Challenging Wang Xianzhi

Challenging Wang Xianzhi

Previously, Wang Ritain had defeated Yu Xinlang and shattered Wang Xianzhi's awe-inspiring Martial Dao Will, sending his reputation soaring to a remarkable peak.

Now, he had dared to challenge Wang Xianzhi, the jianghu's universally acknowledged invincible powerhouse. The news instantly became the hottest topic of discussion, and people had wildly differing opinions.

In taverns and teahouses across the jianghu, and even in remote mountain villages, people talked about the news. A young martial artist's eyes shone with excitement and admiration as he waved his arms and exclaimed, "Wang Ritain is a role model for all of us! He's so young, yet already terrifyingly strong. First he defeated Yu Xinlang, and now he's challenging Wang Xianzhi. Among the younger generation, I doubt anyone can hold a candle to him!"

But some scoffed at the news. An elderly, white-haired man sat in the corner of a tavern, holding a cup of wine. He took a small sip, then slowly shook his head and said with disdain, "Wang Ritain is completely deluded! Who is Wang Xianzhi? He's an invincible figure who has stood unshaken in the jianghu. Wang Ritain is just a newcomer, yet he dares to challenge Wang Xianzhi. Isn't that just asking for death? The difference between them is like heaven and earth. They can't even be compared." Though the old man's voice was quiet, everyone in the tavern heard him clearly, and many nodded in agreement.

Atop Wudang Mountain in the Liyang Dynasty, Wang Zhonglou stood in his Taoist robes, their sleeves fluttering in the breeze as if he were an immortal descended into the world. He gazed into the distance, a hint of delight on his face. "Wang Ritain's appearance is truly a blessing for the jianghu!" he murmured, his voice tinged with emotion. Hearing their master's words, the disciples behind him looked curious. One stepped forward and asked, "Master, who exactly is Wang Ritain? Why do you praise him so highly?" Wang Zhonglou turned around and swept his gaze over his disciples before saying slowly, "He has extraordinary talent and exceptional strength. Even with my current Great Finger Profound cultivation, I might not be able to suppress him." His disciples stared in shock. They knew their master was already one of the jianghu's foremost masters, so his words made it clear just how terrifying Wang Ritain's strength was. The disciple continued, "Master, how likely do you think Wang Ritain is to win this challenge against Wang Xianzhi?" Wang Zhonglou shook his head slightly, his expression grave. "Wang Xianzhi is far stronger than you can imagine. He can toy with Great Celestial Phenomenon experts at will. If Wang Ritain can survive a fight with him, that alone will shock the entire jianghu." His disciples listened, filled with curiosity and anticipation about Wang Ritain's strength and the battle to come.

In the Liyang capital, Han Diao Si sat in his study, working through a mountain of piled-up affairs. His brows were furrowed, and fatigue showed in his eyes. Suddenly, one of his subordinates hurried into the room and whispered a few words in his ear. Han Diao Si's expression immediately grew serious. He set down his brush and slowly rose to his feet. "Wang Ritain is an interesting fellow," he said softly, a hint of amusement in his voice. As an important figure in the Liyang Dynasty, famed as "Finger Profound Kills Celestial Phenomenon" and possessing astonishing strength, he naturally kept a close eye on everything happening in the jianghu. Wang Ritain, caught between Beiliang and Liyang, had especially drawn his attention. Yet when he heard that Wang Ritain had challenged Wang Xianzhi, he couldn't help letting out a long breath, a mocking smile appearing on his face. "Wang Ritain really doesn't know his limits," Han Diao Si muttered. He knew how terrifying Wang Xianzhi was; even with his own strength, he wouldn't dare approach him lightly. In his view, Wang Ritain challenging Wang Xianzhi was like a moth flying into a flame. He had no chance of winning.

Xuanyuan Dapan had now arrived outside Wudi City. Standing at a distance, he sensed the aura of battle permeating the city and couldn't help feeling alarmed. "Wang Ritain is so powerful now. He's nothing like the man he used to be," Xuanyuan Dapan said quietly, a trace of wariness in his eyes. He had planned to deal with Wang Ritain and eliminate the Xuanyuan Family's greatest threat. But now Wang Ritain had challenged Wang Xianzhi, and Wang Xianzhi had accepted. For a moment, Xuanyuan Dapan didn't know what to do. If Wang Ritain manages to escape Wang Xianzhi, I can make my move afterward. Xuanyuan Dapan decided to hold back and wait for the right moment.

On Mount Hui, Xuanyuan Qingfeng stood in the courtyard, her hands trembling slightly, her eyes filled with shock. "Wang Ritain has become this powerful! He challenged Wudi City, defeated the Twelve Martial Slaves and Yu Xinlang, and now he's challenging Wang Xianzhi. Every one of these feats is enough to shake the entire Xuanyuan Family," she murmured. She turned and entered the hall, where Xuanyuan Guoqi sat in a chair, looking grim, his brows tightly furrowed and his unease plain to see. Xuanyuan Qingfeng approached him and asked softly, "Father, now that Wang Ritain has challenged Wang Xianzhi, what should we do?" Xuanyuan Guoqi sighed and said helplessly, "The situation is unclear, so we'll wait and see. Wang Ritain has become the Xuanyuan Family's greatest threat. If we get the chance, we must eliminate him."

Afterward, Xuanyuan Qingfeng went to Xuanyuan Jingcheng's room. She looked at him, her eyes full of confusion, and asked, "Elder Brother, how likely do you think Wang Ritain is to win this challenge against Wang Xianzhi?" Xuanyuan Jingcheng lifted his head. His gaze was profound as he slowly shook it. "Wang Xianzhi is invincible. Wang Ritain is strong, but he still falls far short of Wang Xianzhi. If he can survive this challenge, perhaps he'll have a chance to truly test himself against Wang Xianzhi in the future."