The contract letters totaled three copies: one for Baibao House, and one each for Wu Chengtian and Wu Jun.
“If your gambling match involves any money or items, those must be entrusted to Baibao House for safekeeping. At the end, Baibao House will distribute the winnings to the victor based on the outcome,” the staff member said.
Upon hearing this, Wu Chengtian waved his hand, revealing a storage ring containing twenty million Haoyue crystal stones.
He then handed it to the staff member.
If Wu Chengtian won, the money would be returned to him. If Wu Jun won, Baibao House would directly give the money to Wu Jun.
This arrangement ensured that the losing party couldn’t back out of their promise, with Baibao House acting as a neutral third party.
The audience’s betting had also begun.
“Since both fighters will suppress their realms to the same level, the outcome is quite uncertain.”
“That’s exactly what makes it interesting.”
“Even at the same level, Wu Jun from the Wu Clan has a much higher chance of winning.”
…
The audience was abuzz with discussion, and the majority were betting on Wu Jun.
After all, Wu Jun had the backing of the Wu Clan’s vast resources, while the outcast Wu Chengtian did not.
At Lin Yun’s location, he said, “If Brother Wu can’t win, Wu Jun wouldn’t go as far as to kill him, right?” Lin Yun was slightly worried, given that both had signed a life-and-death contract.
“Although my brother signed a life-and-death contract with him, Wu Jun wouldn’t dare take a life. If my brother gains the upper hand, he won’t take Wu Jun’s life either,” Wu Yue said.
Hearing this, Lin Yun felt somewhat reassured.
Regardless of the outcome, at least their lives were safe.
The time for one incense stick to burn passed quickly.
In the arena, the referee announced the official start of the match.
“Wu Chengtian, let’s begin!” Wu Jun waved his hand, revealing a fiery red war blade, his eyes burning with eager anticipation.
Clearly, Wu Jun had been waiting for this moment for a long time.
As soon as he spoke, Wu Jun unleashed the aura of the Second Layer Tongtian Realm. His war blade surged with fiery red light, slashing toward Wu Chengtian with lightning speed.
Whoosh!
The slash produced a piercing whistle through the air, its power ferocious.
Wu Chengtian didn’t dare hesitate, instantly drawing his long spear. He fully unleashed his Second Layer Tongtian Realm strength, channeling his divine sense, physical power, and various techniques. His signature “Quicksand Spear Technique” erupted, the spear transforming into flowing sand as it surged forward.
Clang!
In their first clash, Wu Chengtian was forced to retreat, his expression changing drastically.
“You’re using a True Sacred Weapon!” Wu Chengtian stared wide-eyed, his face filled with shock.
Even with their realms suppressed to the same level, the gap caused by the weapon alone was enough to give Wu Chengtian a serious headache.
“Haha, betting on Wu Jun was the right call!”
Many in the audience cheered at the turn of events, as most had bet on Wu Jun.
“This is bad!”
Wu Yue and Wu Qing, watching this scene, grew anxious.
Lin Yun’s expression also shifted.
The weapon disparity alone meant Wu Chengtian would need some superior techniques to bridge the gap.
Lin Yun knew the situation had heavily tilted in Wu Jun’s favor.
In the arena, Wu Jun laughed loudly. “That’s right, a True Sacred Weapon! Wu Chengtian, you’re done for! Haha!”
He pressed forward aggressively, launching even fiercer attacks that enveloped Wu Chengtian.
“You think you can make me lose that easily? Not a chance!”
Wu Chengtian roared through gritted teeth, his body glowing with cyan light as he unleashed all his techniques without reservation.
“Quicksand Sea!”
His spear erupted with overwhelming power, meeting Wu Jun’s attack head-on.
Boom!
The intense collision sent violent shockwaves rippling through the entire arena.
With Wu Chengtian’s full effort, he managed to block Wu Jun’s assault.
“Wu Chengtian, your strength isn’t bad, but compared to me, you’re still far behind!”
“Watch my technique!”
“Blood Flame Slash!”
With a confident smile, Wu Jun’s war blade transformed into a tidal wave of fire, descending with terrifying force.
Boom!
As their fierce attacks collided again, Wu Chengtian’s face paled, and he spat out a mouthful of blood, his body flying backward.
Wu Jun’s attack was too powerful!
Wu Jun swiftly followed, his ferocious assault pressing toward Wu Chengtian once more.
