"Altar Master Hong, please!" Chi Si said.
"Since Deputy Gang Leader Chi is giving me the first move, forgive my offense," Hong Yi said, cupping his fist.
The moment his words fell, he charged at Chi Si.
Chi Si watched Hong Yi closely, and the instant Hong Yi moved, he swiftly went forward to meet him.
With a bang, both men shuddered. Chi Si was driven back three steps, while Hong Yi retreated one step before immediately charging forward again.
But by the time Hong Yi reached Chi Si, Chi Si had recovered and swept a leg at Hong Yi's lower body. Hong Yi kicked out, however, and their shins collided with a loud crack. The force bursting from their legs made all the experts present look slightly moved.
The two broke apart again. Hong Yi looked at Chi Si with some surprise, while Chi Si watched Hong Yi with a smile.
After watching their brief exchange, Huang Xiao felt somewhat puzzled.
Judging by what had just happened, Hong Yi had gained no advantage. On the contrary, it seemed Huang Xiao had underestimated Chi Si's strength. Of course, Hong Yi might have underestimated him too.
Still, Huang Xiao was not worried for Hong Yi. Even if Chi Si's power had improved a little, he was no match for Hong Yi.
The two men on the platform gave their somewhat numb lower legs a slight shake, then tangled with each other again.
They were evenly matched for the moment, since neither Hong Yi nor Chi Si had yet used his full strength.
As they continued exchanging blows, the onlookers began to show their surprise. Most of the experts marveled at their considerable power, particularly Hong Yi's. To possess such power at his young age, he truly deserved to be called a