Some distance away from Golden Ao Island.
Where the Four Saints stood.
The moment Zhao Gongming viciously slapped Xuandu.
Taishang's face turned green.
His Human Sect had few disciples, only a handful to begin with.
Xuandu was the only one presentable enough to show off.
He had sent Xuandu out because he thought his disciple was strong enough to kill someone from the Interception Sect, then withdraw with his mission accomplished and give him a chance to show off.
But unexpectedly, Xuandu did make his move.
Only to have Zhao Gongming slap him straight across the face afterward.
The slap rang out, exceptionally crisp.
And exceptionally clear.
Xuandu had always represented Taishang's dignity.
Now, Zhao Gongming's slap was equivalent to striking Taishang across the face.
It burned with searing pain.
And at that moment.
Jieyin, Zhunti, and Heavenly Venerable Yuanshi looked at Taishang with strange expressions.
Taishang instantly felt embarrassed.
He gave a light cough.
Then said:
"Ahem... that was just a mistake, a mistake. This disciple of mine is still quite capable. At the very least, he should be able to win this round!"
Taishang said this.
Hoping to salvage some of his dignity.
After he finished speaking, the other three Saints all nodded.
Expressing their agreement, they looked toward the battlefield together.
At that moment.
Outside Golden Ao Island.
As that exceptionally crisp sound rang out.
The scene fell into deathly silence.
No one had expected Zhao Gongming to be so domineering when he appeared.
So ruthless.
His actions left them all stunned.
After all, anyone would be dumbfounded if someone walked up and immediately slapped them.
Qiu Shou Xian gave Xuandu an indifferent glance.
His gaze was icy as well. Although he still wanted to fight, Zhao Gongming's appearance meant that he was no longer needed.
Thus,