Chapter 77

Xiao Luocheng suddenly stepped out, which was undoubtedly a surprise to everyone. Although Yun Che had made a big splash today, winning five consecutive matches and shocking the entire venue, his brilliance ultimately could not compare to Xiao Luocheng's. Yun Che's performance was enough to place him among the top tier of the young generation in Crescent Moon City, but Xiao Luocheng was a super genius capable of entering the realm of the four major sects. If Yun Che were to suddenly challenge Xiao Luocheng, perhaps not too many people would be surprised, at most they would consider it overestimating his own abilities. However, for Xiao Luocheng to take the initiative to step out was far more intriguing...

Could he be wanting to spar with Yun Che? No! It was absolutely impossible. With Xiao Luocheng's status, pride, and strength, how could he possibly lower himself to face a new disciple of the Crescent Moon Mystic Mansion? But if not, what could he possibly be intending to do?

Xiao Luocheng's proactive step out and his continuous gaze on Yun Che also left Yun Che surprised. He smiled and said, "Young Sect Master Xiao, you flatter me. I am just an ordinary disciple of the Crescent Moon Mystic Mansion, and I am far from deserving the title of 'new star.' In Crescent Moon City, the only one who truly deserves the title of 'star' is you, Young Sect Master Xiao."

"Ha ha ha ha!" Xiao Luocheng laughed, his voice filled with a regal aura that did not seem to come from a sixteen-year-old boy: "Brother Yun, you are too modest. I believe that after today's sparring, Brother Yun's name will surely resound throughout Crescent Moon City. Your future achievements will be boundless. It is a great honor for me, Xiao Luocheng, to be here today."

Yun Che's face immediately showed a look of being overwhelmed by the attention, and he hurriedly said, "Young Sect Master Xiao, your words are too flattering. My abilities are like a faint glow before a bright moon, not worth mentioning in front of you. I wonder, Young Sect Master Xiao, what guidance do you have for me? I, Yun Che, will listen attentively."

"Hehe, Brother Yun, there's no need to be so modest. Whether you are a faint glow or a bright moon, everyone here knows the truth. I have a request to make, which might seem impolite. I saw Brother Yun display great prowess, defeating five top disciples of the seven sects in a row. I was amazed and admiring, and also a bit itchy to try my hand. So, I would like to ask Brother Yun for a sparring session. I wonder if Brother Yun would agree?" Xiao Luocheng looked at Yun Che, smiling politely.

As soon as Xiao Luocheng's words were out, the hall was filled with whispers, and even Yun Che was momentarily stunned.

"Xiao Luocheng is going to challenge... no, no, he wants to spar with Yun Che? This... this doesn't make sense."

"Even though Yun Che is extremely powerful, and I believe he is the best disciple of the Crescent Moon Mystic Mansion in a hundred years, Xiao Luocheng is on a completely different level. Why would Xiao Luocheng take the initiative to spar with him? It doesn't make sense no matter how you think about it."

"Could it be that the seven sects lost too badly, and Young Sect Master Xiao wants to save face for the seven sects? And at the same time, let this Yun Che know what a true genius is?"

Yun Che did not respond immediately, standing there in a daze as if stunned by Xiao Luocheng's words. During this time, his gaze never left Xiao Luocheng's eyes. Xiao Luocheng was only five steps away from him, exuding a gentle and calm aura, but Yun Che could feel the thick mystic power and the overwhelmingly powerful,无形的气势 beneath his harmless appearance. He was like a fierce beast lurking in the depths of the abyss, ready to unleash terrifying power at any moment.

But that was not the most important thing. What was crucial was that Yun Che saw a cold, sinister aura in the depths of Xiao Luocheng's eyes.

He was all too familiar with this kind of aura.

This Xiao Luocheng wants to destroy me! This was the immediate answer Yun Che got, and his heart turned cold.

But why? We have no connection, no conflict of interest, and this is only our first meeting. He has no reason to do this.

Could it be just to eliminate a newly emerging "new star" who might become his enemy in the future?

In other words, my performance today has made him somewhat "wary"?

If that's the case, then this seemingly polite young sect master must have the heart and mind of a devil.

With this thought, Yun Che said with a hint of fear, "Young Sect Master Xiao wants to spar with me? This... I, Yun Che, am not being modest. Although I have only recently arrived in Crescent Moon City, I have heard that Young Sect Master Xiao has already reached the verge of the True Mystic Realm at your age. My meager mystic power is far inferior to yours. Sparring with you would be a great honor, but also a great fear." But then he changed his tone and said seriously, "However, since Young Sect Master Xiao looks up to me, I dare not refuse. It would be a great honor for me, Yun Che, to spar with the renowned Young Sect Master Xiao."

"Very good!" Xiao Luocheng nodded in satisfaction and smiled, "Since it's a sparring session, fairness is the most basic premise. Brother Yun has already fought five consecutive matches and must be quite exhausted, and your left arm is also injured. Before we start, Brother Yun should rest for a while. Once your mystic power is restored, we can have a fair sparring session."

"No, that's not necessary." To everyone's surprise, Yun Che shook his head without hesitation in response to Xiao Luocheng's reasonable and advantageous proposal: "Although I am quite exhausted, I still have some strength left, enough to spar with Young Sect Master Xiao. As for the injury on my arm, it's just a minor one and shouldn't be a big problem. Besides, it's just a sparring session, not a life-or-death battle. There's no need to worry about fairness, and there's no need to delay Young Sect Master Xiao and everyone else's time because of my exhaustion and minor injury."

Yun Che's words stunned everyone in the hall. Even the deaf could hear the extreme confidence and arrogance in his words!

"Damn! What does this Yun Che mean?"

"What does he mean by 'I still have some strength left, enough to spar with Young Sect Master Xiao'? Who does he think he is? Who does he think Xiao Luocheng is?"

"Yun Che is indeed a top genius, that can't be denied. But to be so arrogant in front of Xiao Luocheng is simply overestimating his own abilities and inviting humiliation! Xiao Luocheng could crush him with one foot in a moment."

"Sigh, forget it. He just arrived in Crescent Moon City, so he probably only knows a little about Xiao Luocheng's reputation and doesn't realize how terrifying he is. I bet if he stays in Crescent Moon City for a month, he wouldn't dare say those words even if he had ten times the courage."

"Hehe, this is interesting. I bet Xiao Luocheng will be angry after hearing these words. He might make Yun Che suffer a humiliating defeat... Hehe, this will be a good show."

"Junior Brother Yun!" Lan Xueruo frowned and whispered, "This Xiao Luocheng is the same age as you, but he is on a completely different level from those you have fought. You mustn't..."

"Relax, Senior Sister." Yun Che interrupted her, unconcerned, "My current state isn't as bad as you think. Besides, it's just a sparring session. No matter the outcome, it's not a big deal."

"But..."

Lan Xueruo wanted to say more but saw Yun Che give her a reassuring look. Then he turned to Xiao Luocheng and said, "Young Sect Master Xiao, shall we start now?"

In fact, after saying those words, Yun Che had no way to back down. Lan Xueruo could only sigh inwardly and sit down, her heart filled with worry.

Xiao Luocheng smiled, but anyone could see that his smile was somewhat stiff. Perhaps this was the first time in his life that he had encountered someone so presumptuous. He narrowed his eyes and said slowly, "Since Brother Yun insists, I will respect your wishes. However, your current state is truly concerning. After five consecutive matches, your mystic power must be greatly depleted, and your protective power must be much weaker, possibly even on the verge of collapse. If you were to be hit by me at that moment, you could suffer serious injuries. In that case..."

"Ha ha, Young Sect Master Xiao, you are overthinking it." Yun Che laughed unconcerned, "In a sparring session, it's normal for things to get out of control, and light or even serious injuries are common. Besides, I insisted on sparring with you in my current state. Even if I suffer serious injuries, I won't blame Young Sect Master Xiao. Everyone here can be witnesses. So, Young Sect Master Xiao, please proceed without hesitation. Let me, a newcomer to Crescent Moon City, witness the strength of the top young talent in Crescent Moon City."

Yun Che's words scared the elders of the Crescent Moon Mystic Mansion almost off their seats. On the side of the seven sects, especially the Xiao Sect, many people burst out laughing.

This is like digging his own grave!

Xiao Luocheng looked deeply at Yun Che, his eyes... like looking at a fool.

"But, if I, Yun Che, were to accidentally... seriously injure Young Sect Master Xiao..."

As soon as Yun Che said this, the seven sects burst into laughter again. Some people laughed uncontrollably, even rolling on the ground, as if they had heard the funniest joke in the world. On the side of the Crescent Moon Mystic Mansion, no one could laugh. Their faces were filled with anxiety... If possible, they would want Yun Che to take back all his words to Xiao Luocheng... Of course, except for Murong Ye. He clenched his teeth, his cheeks trembling, almost unable to control his laughter.

This idiot, digging his own grave and preparing to jump in! Is there anyone as stupid as this... Xiao Luocheng, you must beat him to a pulp, beat him to near death!

"Ha ha ha ha!" Xiao Luocheng laughed loudly, "If I, Xiao Luocheng, were to be injured by Brother Yun, it would be my own fault, and I wouldn't blame Brother Yun at all. Everyone here can be witnesses."

As soon as Xiao Luocheng's words were out, the chief elder of Yunyang Sect, Yan Zizai, shouted, "Rest assured, with so many people here watching, we will be the most reliable witnesses. No matter who gets seriously injured during the sparring, they cannot blame the other, otherwise, they would be dishonorable and despicable."

Yan Zizai's words were met with immediate agreement from the major sects. Of course, these words were directed at Yun Che and the Crescent Moon Mystic Mansion, as no one believed Yun Che could injure Xiao Luocheng.

Especially not a Yun Che who was already exhausted and had a minor injury.

Sikong Han's face turned bitter, and he looked to Qin Wuyou for help, but saw Qin Wuyou nod slowly under the intense gaze of the seven sects.

"Good!" Xiao Luocheng said calmly, "Since that's the case, I will spar with Brother Yun. Please, Brother Yun... go easy on me."

The words "go easy on me" sounded particularly grating from Xiao Luocheng.

Yun Che smiled faintly, did not respond, and his breath became calm, his gaze focused. The first realm of his mystic veins opened again!

Following Jasmine's warning, his current state could only sustain the first realm for a few more seconds, otherwise, his body and mystic veins would exceed their limits and suffer unpredictable damage.

But a few seconds... would be enough!!

A dangerous light flickered in the depths of Yun Che's eyes...

I didn't provoke you, I didn't offend you, but you want to destroy me.

Since that's the case...

I'll destroy you first!!