With that, Pei Yuanqing spread his Eight-Flanged Plum-Blossom Bright Silver Hammers to either side, spurred his mount up to the two men, and brought his hammers crashing down at them.
Seeing the Silver Hammers bearing down with a vicious rush of wind, Wu Tiansi finally realized that this fellow was not to be underestimated. He raised his short-handled Phoenix-Winged Gilt Trident to block them.
Wu Yunzhao likewise recognized Pei Yuanqing's strength and dared not be careless. He braced his Eighteen-Foot Snake Spear Bright Silver Lance before him.
Two deafening clangs rang out. Wu Yunzhao and Wu Tiansi were driven back several paces, horses and all, while Pei Yuanqing remained as steady as a mountain. The difference in their strength was plain.
"Brother, this boy is formidable. We mustn't let our guard down," Wu Tiansi said to Wu Yunzhao as he steadied his warhorse.
Wu Yunzhao nodded, his expression grave.
"Not bad. You two have some skill. Looks like I can finally enjoy a proper fight," Pei Yuanqing said.
Then he spurred his mount forward, spreading his hammers to either side as he attacked them both.
Wu Tiansi and Wu Yunzhao sharpened their focus and met Pei Yuanqing head-on.
Three men, three horses, and five weapons clashed in battle.
The three circled one another like figures on a revolving lantern, fighting fiercely as clouds of dust rose around them. Those in the allied army who knew nothing of Pei Yuanqing's abilities watched the duel without blinking.
The generals on Cheng Yaojin's side, however, were not remotely worried that Pei Yuanqing might lose. Li Yuanba even began placing bets with Jiang Song and Yuwen Chengdu.
"B-big... big fellow, p-p-pale face, how many exchanges do you think that little k-k-kid will need to beat those two?" Li Yuanba asked Jiang Song, also known