“Hmph, keeping me, Xu Hao, won’t be that easy!” At this moment, the powerful aura of a Third Stage Martial Venerable radiated from Xu Hao. With a swift movement, he charged towards Cao Shi, unleashing a fierce punch.
Since the challenge was made publicly, he wasn’t afraid of Cao Shi reneging after a defeat.
Watching Xu Hao rush forward, a cold smile curled on Cao Shi’s lips. He threw a punch, clashing directly with Xu Hao’s fist.
Boom!
A loud crash echoed, and a surge of air exploded outward, the immense force of the collision giving the impression that the void itself was trembling. The battle between Third Stage Martial Venerables was indeed formidable.
Under the intense impact, the crowd saw Xu Hao’s body being forced back several dozen feet.
In their first direct clash, Cao Shi held a slight advantage.
At this moment, the onlookers were filled with amazement, acknowledging the impressive strength of a top Cao family genius.
Xu Hao’s brows furrowed slightly. He had felt the immense power of Cao Shi’s strength. No wonder Cao Yuhua dared to send him forward; this battle was likely to be a tough one.
Immediately, Xu Hao unleashed a palm strike, avoiding another head-on clash with Cao Shi.
The unparalleled palm force carried the pressure of a Martial Venerable, brimming with immense power. It surged forward with overwhelming momentum, blasting towards Cao Shi.
Cao Shi responded with a punch, radiant fist light accompanied by a gale-like force, crashing fiercely onto Xu Hao’s palm strike.
Boom!
A thunderous roar resounded as a dazzling burst of light erupted. Terrifying energy exploded outward, sending unparalleled shockwaves in all directions.
“Cloud-Seizing Palm!” Xu Hao unleashed another palm strike, brilliant light bursting forth instantly, forming a massive palm print. It swept forward with surging mist, pushing a torrent of energy towards Cao Shi.
“Scarlet Wind Fist!”
Not to be outdone, Cao Shi executed a powerful martial technique. A vast expanse of light radiated from his fist, the blinding fist light unleashing immense power, stirring fierce gales with a howling roar.
Even from a distance, the strength of this strike was evident.
Boom!
Another earth-shaking crash rang out as their forces collided, unleashing a sea-like surge of airwaves, shaking the heavens and earth.
The crowd below couldn’t help but exclaim in awe. Both fighters’ attacks were incredibly powerful, and the battle between young Martial Venerables was thrilling. It had been some time since the Cao family’s Fifth City had witnessed such an exciting fight.
Boom! Boom! Boom! …
The battle grew fiercer. Xu Hao drew a long blade, slashing out beams of blade light that swept in all directions. Cao Shi countered with relentless punches, his fist light clashing against the blade light, producing continuous booming sounds. Radiant light illuminated the sky, and unending shockwaves rippled through the city, drawing the attention of countless onlookers.
After roughly a quarter of an hour, a mocking smile appeared on Cao Shi’s lips as he spoke to Xu Hao, “You’ve attracted enough attention. Now, it’s time for you to visit the Cao family.”
With that, Cao Shi pushed his fist forward, radiant light bursting forth, and unparalleled shockwaves surged from his fist.
“Cracking Heaven Fist, Thousand-Splitting Light!”
Cao Shi’s punch was like moving a mountain, carrying immense force that seemed to stir the entire space. A dazzling fist light shot out like a beam across the sky, surrounded by transparent, shattering energy, charging towards Xu Hao with the sound of splintering bamboo.
“That’s a core Cao family martial technique, mastered only by the most talented disciples and elders. Cao Shi has actually succeeded in cultivating it!”
“The power of the Cracking Heaven Fist is terrifying!”
“Cao Shi is getting serious!”
Exclamations of shock rang out, and many in the crowd secretly marvelled at Cao Shi’s strength. Were it not for the three top geniuses of the Cao family overshadowing him, Cao Shi’s reputation would likely be significant.
“Blazing Void Charge!”
At the same time, across from Cao Shi, Xu Hao’s brows furrowed deeply. He swung his long blade, unleashing a sun-like blade light that shimmered with blazing flames and radiant golden light, as if it could tear through the void itself.
The golden blade light, brimming with immense power, collided with the fist light that seemed to rip through the void.
Boom!
Another thunderous roar echoed, and a tsunami-like surge of airwaves erupted, sending unparalleled shockwaves towards Xu Hao’s side.
Pfft!
A large spurt of blood sprayed from Xu Hao’s mouth as his body was flung back like a leaf in a storm.
He stopped only after retreating several hundred feet in the void, stabilising himself and beginning to regulate his breathing to heal.
Xu Hao’s eyes locked onto Cao Shi ahead, stunned by the sheer power of his opponent.
On the street below, countless exclamations arose. As expected, Cao Shi had won this battle.
Defeating a Xu family genius of the same rank was a great loss of face for the Xu family, and news of this would likely soon reach their ears.
Whoosh! After injuring Xu Hao, Cao Shi swiftly flew to his side and said, “You’ve lost. Come with me!”
Xu Hao let out a cold snort, knowing he was no match for Cao Shi. He didn’t continue fighting and followed Cao Shi as they descended, landing near Cao Yuhua before heading towards the Cao family’s residence with Cao Yuhua, Cao Shi, and the others.
Firstly, even if he wanted to escape, he couldn’t. Secondly, fleeing would tarnish the Xu family’s reputation.
Following the Cao family was his only option.
Soon, as Cao Yuhua, Xu Hao, and the others disappeared, the crowd on the street gradually dispersed.
However, the news spread even more fervently throughout the city.
“Heh, what a coincidence, Mei’er, we’ve got something to do now,” Lin Xiao said with a wicked smile, watching the departing crowd.
“Hm?” Mei Tianmo, quick-witted as ever, immediately caught on to something.
Lin Xiao chuckled, “Let’s wait a bit. Since they’ve captured Xu Hao, they won’t stay silent. Just capturing him for questioning means the Cao family will definitely make their next move. Let’s head back to the tavern and see what the Cao family says next.”
With that, Lin Xiao turned and walked towards the tavern.
Nodding, an intrigued expression appeared on Mei Tianmo’s face, and the two returned to the tavern.
