Chapter 448: Chapter 448: Battle Against Stage 6 (Part 2)

Yue Yihuo resolved to end the battle swiftly.

Just as Zhang Yuan had mentioned earlier, a dignified Tier Six expert competing against a Tier Five for the Outer Guardian position was embarrassing, even if only as a formality.

In this situation, if he couldn’t capture Zhang Yuan with overwhelming force, winning wouldn’t be honorable.

Yue Yihuo wasn’t overly concerned with face, valuing practical benefits more.

But he had to consider his reputation as he continued cultivating in the Upper Scenic Celestial for a few more years.

Most importantly, Yue Yihuo worried that if the fight dragged on and Zhang Yuan conceded, it would be a wasted effort.

Thus, he needed not only to win, but to ensure Zhang Yuan couldn’t concede.

The battle had to be resolved in the shortest time possible.

Unexpectedly to Yue Yihuo, his punch with the full power of True Gang missed!

Zhang Yuan’s figure suddenly vanished from in front of Yue Yihuo.

Actually, "vanished" isn’t quite right; accurately speaking, Zhang Yuan used an evasive maneuver at a critical moment, swiftly shifting to Yue Yihuo’s right side.

An incredible dodge!

This was exactly the effect of Tier Ten ’Carefree Travel’ Body Technique, enhanced by eighteen times agility!

Yue Yihuo’s punch missed, surprising him.

Yet, this Tier Six expert remained unfazed, quickly retracting his punched fist, scanning the area to promptly relock on Zhang Yuan’s position.

Yue Yihuo swiftly turned and punched, matching Zhang Yuan’s silently approaching palm.

Great Stone-Throwing Hand, Cloud Dispelling Technique!

The instant Yue Yihuo’s fist met Zhang Yuan’s right palm, he sensed something was wrong.

Zhang Yuan’s strength suddenly multiplied several times!

Bam!

The Qi Force exploded, causing this Tier Six expert to stagger backward unwillingly.

Only after retreating near the edge of the stone platform did he stabilize!

The arena erupted.

No one expected Yue Yihuo, who had a Tier advantage over Zhang Yuan, would fall behind in the second round.

This situation almost never occurs in Tier Five versus Tier Six encounters.

It’s essential to know that the Outer Guardian selection involved Martial Artist rules—no weapons or talismans, and no elixirs; victory depended entirely on personal Cultivation and martial arts skills.

Under such rules, a Tier Six Martial Artist has an undeniable advantage over a Tier Five Martial Artist.

But Zhang Yuan’s performance entirely shattered everyone’s preconceived notions!

No one disputed Yue Yihuo’s capability; his fierce punches and Gang Force were evident, and no Tier Five could withstand a Tier Six expert’s strike.

The only possible answer was clear.

Zhang Yuan was extraordinarily skilled!

A hue of shame flashed across Yue Yihuo’s face.

His heart was flooded with embarrassment and irritation.

Despite giving his all, he nearly made a fool of himself, failing under public scrutiny.

No matter how deep his composure, he couldn’t suppress the stormy fluctuations in his emotions.

In reality, had Yue Yihuo not fortified himself with Gang Armor earlier, his right palm might have been reduced to a bloody mess from Zhang Yuan’s punch.

Zhang Yuan’s power was truly terrifying!

Yue Yihuo even suspected Zhang Yuan of using some sophisticated cheating methods.

Perhaps secretly wielding a Profound Artifact or talisman, or utilizing special techniques to harness external power, producing such an astonishing effect.

Even though doubt grew wildly within his heart, outwardly Yue Yihuo remained composed.

His countless battles had already forged tenacious, unwavering will.

A temporary setback wouldn’t crush him!

In a flash, Yue Yihuo mobilized the True Gang Heart Method, swiftly stabilizing the turbulent Qi Blood within. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

Regathering Qi and Strength.

Pure Gang Qi surged through his meridians, twisting and fluctuating the surrounding air, as an intangible pressure once again surged and vibrated.

Yue Yihuo shed all contempt for Zhang Yuan and regarded him as an equal.

But reality once again defied this Tier Six expert’s expectations.

Having "luckily" gained an edge, Zhang Yuan took the initiative to attack Yue Yihuo.

With lightning speed, he rushed at his opponent, alternately swinging heavy palm shadows, exploding with terrifying Vigorous Qi, consecutively aiming at Yue Yihuo.

Great Stone-Throwing Hand, Mountain Opening Technique!

Since mastering the Great Stone-Throwing Hand, Zhang Yuan executed this palm technique for the first time in real combat.

The Mountain Opening Technique’s special strength lies in repeatedly layering palm Power Qi, exerting massive pressure on the opponent!

Yue Yihuo stood close to the edge, and the time spent hand-gathering Qi and Strength meant facing Zhang Yuan’s fierce, relentless pursuit left him only able to strain Gang Qi through his fists.

Clashing with Zhang Yuan!

Bam! Bam! Bam!

Fists and palms collided, the explosion of Qi Force continuously thrilled and moved hearts.

Chessboard Peak’s twenty-five arenas saw the day’s first contest just beginning, most focused intently on Zhang Yuan and Yue Yihuo’s stone platform.

Everyone instinctively held their breath, eyes widened.

Lest they miss any detail!

Such a battle wouldn’t be seen normally.

In the blink of an eye, Yue Yihuo intercepted seven of Zhang Yuan’s palms consecutively.

Zhang Yuan’s force seemed limitless, each palm carried the power that made Yue Yihuo’s heart tremble, though unable to breach Gang Force defense, it forced him to retreat.

Although the retreat was small, when Zhang Yuan aimed his ninth palm at Yue Yihuo, he was startled.

This Tier Six expert’s feet suddenly faltered, body leaning backward.

Bam!

At the crucial moment, Yue Yihuo still caught Zhang Yuan’s palm.

But his entire body flew out.

At that moment, the surrounding uproar echoed throughout the skies.

The dignified Tier Six expert was knocked out of the arena in direct face-off by a Tier Five Martial Artist!

Yue Yihuo landed on the ground, mind blank.

Immediately his face flushed crimson!

He lost.

And lost disgracefully!

Although Yue Yihuo wasn’t specialized in bare-handed martial arts, he was predominantly a Swordsmanship cultivator, Tier Six wasn’t a hollow claim, yet lost to a Tier Five opponent.

While he suffered no substantial damage, his Divine Soul Will was struck like never before.

Terrible shame!

Furiously, Yue Yihuo leapt back onto the arena, pointed at Zhang Yuan and said to the arbitrator, "Yue suspects this person used illegal methods, Elder, please investigate!"

Speaking, he bowed to this Martial Pavilion Elder.

Yue Yihuo couldn’t believe Zhang Yuan’s strength was genuinely so formidable, ruling he definitely cheated.

Otherwise, it was simply unexplainable!

In truth, regarding Yue Yihuo’s request for judgment, the crowd didn’t deem it as losing poorly.

They too suspected Zhang Yuan—unbelievably outrageous!