A Duel

This man was not someone to be trifled with!

Even the Zhao Family probably would not lightly provoke a genius like him!

The Oriental Family had truly suffered a crushing defeat this time.

Dongfang Yuanchen, who was holding Dongfang Yichen, stared at Si Tingxuan in shock.

A bitter smile appeared on his face.

His gaze toward Hua Wufeng, Hua Qingluo, and Hua Mengxin carried a hint of resentment.

What a trap!

You people had gotten involved with someone like him—why hadn't you said so earlier?!

At the same time, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief!

Being severely injured by this man in a single move was not so hard to accept.

After all, he was the person in the entire Baroque Kingdom most likely to become a Titled Douluo!

Just like Zhao Wuji of the Baroque Kingdom in the past, who was Invincible at the Same Rank.

Defeating someone of the same rank in one move was nothing difficult for him.

The spectators in the distance also became excited.

"He's actually Si Tingxuan from Odd Weapons Academy. No wonder."

"The Hua Family will probably rise again after this!"

"Quick, look at those two from the Fang Family. With those expressions, heh, they probably regret it so badly they want to eat shit!"

"They deserve it. Who told them to go so far? If they hadn't been so ruthless, considering how the Hua Family conducts itself, even if the engagement had been broken off, they might have continued their relationship out of past affection!"

"Now? The Hua Family would have to burn incense in thanks if they didn't come looking for trouble with them."

Si Tingxuan glanced at Dongfang Runhong. Given his temperament, his preferred choice would have been to eliminate the roots entirely.

But he represented not only himself, but also Odd Weapons Academy.

Thus, killing all three Soul Emperors of the Oriental Family would seem excessively vicious, overbearing, and ruthless!

It would affect Odd Weapons Academy's reputation.

It could directly lead to a loss of students, which was something he did not wish to see.

After a brief silence, Si Tingxuan waved a hand. "If there is a next time, I will show no mercy. Get lost!"

To Dongfang Runhong and Dongfang Yuanchen, Si Tingxuan's attitude was exceedingly harsh!

Yet they felt immensely fortunate!

They even had no choice but to bow respectfully to Si Tingxuan and thank him.

Thanking Si Tingxuan for not wiping them out completely!

Only then did they leave!

This was the truest reflection of a world where the strong were revered!

The weak could only survive under the mercy of the strong.

Clap, clap, clap!

At that moment, a round of applause rang out!

An old man with a head full of white hair, an extraordinarily burly build, and sharp eyes walked out from the side.

Behind him followed a young woman of seventeen or eighteen.

At this moment, she was staring curiously at Si Tingxuan.

She had never seen someone so talented before.

More importantly, he was handsome!

She could not help comparing Si Tingxuan in her heart with Dongfang Ming, the similarly renowned genius she was about to become engaged to.

After making that comparison, Dongfang Ming, who had once seemed so charming in her eyes, appeared inferior to the man before her in every way.

Upon seeing these two, Dongfang Runhong and Dongfang Yuanchen, who had not yet gone far, could not help stopping.

A strange light flickered in their eyes.

The others, however, wore baffled expressions.

In their view, even Dongfang Yichen, Dongfang Runhong, and Dongfang Yuanchen had only been humiliated beneath Si Tingxuan's hands.

There should not have been anyone in all of Noble Wind City foolish enough to step forward now!

Si Tingxuan, however, looked at the two of them thoughtfully.

A flash of realization passed through his mind. The corner of his lips lifted slightly, revealing a cold smile. "People from the Zhao Family?"

That was right. Even the Oriental Family, the foremost family of Noble Wind City, had submitted.

Yet someone still dared to step forward.

Only the Zhao Family, who had come to form a marriage alliance with the Oriental Family, could be responsible.

The old man smiled faintly. "I am Zhao Zhengtian!"

Si Tingxuan said, "What? You want to fight me too?"

Zhao Zhengtian waved his hand. "I am a Soul Saint. No matter how strong you are, you are still only a Soul Emperor. Everyone knows the gap between us, so I am not shameless enough to do such a thing."

"I stopped you only because I was curious what the person hailed as the number one genius of the Baroque Kingdom actually looked like."

As he spoke, he carefully examined Si Tingxuan, then swept his gaze over Hua Qingluo, Hua Mengxin, Long Wu, and Wang Shengnan, who stood beside him.

"At the same time, I would like to witness the teaching ability of a mentor from Odd Weapons Academy!"

"So, why don't we arrange a duel?"

"My granddaughter, Zhao Haitang, will join the Oriental Family's team, while your disciples..."

As he spoke, he once again glanced at Hua Qingluo, Hua Mengxin, Long Wu, and Wang Shengnan.

There was no need to ask. Among these four, there had to be students of Si Tingxuan's, perhaps even his personal disciples.

Otherwise, Si Tingxuan would not have shown himself to protect the Hua Family.

Si Tingxuan was somewhat surprised. He had thought this man had come to stand up for the Oriental Family!

Well then!

This duel could be considered standing up for them too!

But just moments ago, he had thought the man intended to fight him directly.

Si Tingxuan carefully sized up the old man before him and thought to himself, He does have the bearing of a great family.

He glanced at Hua Qingluo and Long Wu, then nodded. "Fine! But one month from now. Qingluo and Long Wu have only entered under me for a day or two, and I have not taught them anything yet!"

Upon hearing this, Hua Qingluo's clever eyes rolled constantly.

Then she said to Zhao Zhengtian, "Senior, Noble Wind City's annual Guifeng City Tournament will take place in a month and a half. How about we settle this contest at the tournament?"

Hearing that, Zhao Zhengtian gave Hua Qingluo a meaningful look. Clearly, he had recognized that she was Si Tingxuan's disciple.

Otherwise, she would not dare speak up, nor would she do so.

She lacked both the qualifications and the confidence!

Then he turned to Zhao Haitang beside him. "This is probably your opponent. Don't lose, or this old man's face will be utterly disgraced."

His words clearly meant that he had agreed.

Zhao Haitang looked at Hua Qingluo, her fighting spirit surging. "Don't worry! You know my precious granddaughter's talent and strength, don't you?"

Hua Qingluo showed no fear whatsoever. Their eyes met, and the fighting intent between them immediately soared.

The cold arrogance on Si Tingxuan's face finally eased somewhat. This was becoming interesting!

With Zhao Zhengtian's suggestion, this battle had become tied to the honor of Odd Weapons Academy!

It seemed he would have to train his two disciples properly. If they lost, the dean would probably spray his face with spittle when he returned.

But what was Zhao Zhengtian trying to accomplish by arranging this?

If he wanted to stand up for the Oriental Family, there was no need to make things so troublesome!

Little did he know that Zhao Zhengtian was secretly delighted at that moment. As expected, among the Zhao Family's three elders, I am the cleverest one! Not only have I demonstrated how highly the Zhao Family values the Oriental Family...

I can also observe the teaching ability of this youngest mentor from Odd Weapons Academy. Whether Zhao Ling'er goes to Odd Weapons Academy or Exotic Beast Academy next year will depend on this battle!

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