"I understand. The second trial is meant to test my strength, correct?" Wang Yu looked at the woman, whose expression had grown somewhat haughty again, with dawning understanding.
"Correct. I'll also be participating in the True Disciple Contest at this tournament. Even though I haven't yet awakened my Phoenix Essence Body and advanced to the late stage of Foundation Establishment, I believe my strength is enough to place me among the top three on Pure Fire Peak. To pass the second trial, you must defeat me in a magical duel.
"As long as you're strong enough, an inadequate background, having had a Dao companion, or even ordinary looks won't matter," Lian Ruohua replied without hesitation.
"That puts my mind at ease, Senior Sister Lian. I happen to have some confidence in my strength as well, so allow me to experience your abilities.
"If I lose, I'll leave immediately and won't pester you in the slightest." Wang Yu let out a long breath and replied with a smile.
For this woman to talk so boldly, she had to be quite strong. He also happened to want to test his current strength and see exactly where he stood within the Green Water Palace.
He really wasn't averse to this match.
"Very good. At least you're straightforward, much better than that Xue Yi. He's barely stronger than me, yet he keeps clinging to me like a stubborn pest. Come with me." The White-Skirted Woman nodded and walked toward the door.
Wang Yu followed at an unhurried pace.
The young girl Lian'er had clearly heard their entire conversation from outside the door. She followed them with excitement on her face.
Before long, the two arrived at an open stretch of ground outside the Emerald Jade Cave.
"Here will do. I heard from Master that