At the summit of Dao Questioning Mountain.
Under countless watching eyes, the Chess Dao duel between Li Hao and the Dao Realm Avatar had begun.
Almost none of the competing disciples present could understand this contest. Only a handful enjoyed the Chess Dao, but they had not studied it deeply and were only at the second or third dan. They could barely follow the game, much less discern the intricacies of the contest.
High in the sky, however, Emperor Chu and the Imperial Emperors of the various dynasties watched with relish.
Among the Sect Masters and elders of the other Immortal Dynasties, there were also skilled players and enthusiasts who stroked their beards in appreciation.
Li Hao wore a grave expression. After only a few moves, he had already realized that this Chess Dao Avatar was no weak player. Its skill approached the eleventh dan as well.
That meant he had to stand fully prepared and concentrate completely to win this game. The slightest mistake could cost him everything, even if there was a gap between their playing strengths.
"The Flying Knife Formation, the Precious Dragon Game-truly splendid!"
Watching the board, the Heavenly Illumination Emperor could not help applauding.
Surprise also appeared in Emperor Chu's eyes. To him, the game Li Hao had played at the foot of the mountain had been merely competent. Though that level of skill far surpassed the other contestants, it had not yet reached the first rank.
But now, in this duel at the summit, the situation changed in an instant. Every stone placed offered numerous solutions and corresponding paths, as though two peerless swordsmen were exchanging moves, each strike concealing endless variations. Their attacks and defenses fit together without a gap, interlocking with exquisite precision!
Simply watching such a battle was an immense pleasure.