You still call yourself an ordinary person, yet you can easily defeat Yu Yao!

"Impressive!"

The beautiful eyes fell on Yuchi, and her small heart was naturally quite moved.

But Yu Yao was so dizzy that she could only see Yuchi mouthing words, but she couldn't hear a thing. The clapping sound earlier was too loud, too sudden.

Seeing this, she grabbed a piece of bluestone from the nearby weapon rack and fiercely hurled it at Yuchi. No matter how skilled you are, a cleaver will scare you; no matter how skilled, a brick will lay you down!

The miracle weapon of moving bricks appeared.

Yuchi, however, nonchalantly dodged the flawed attack.

"Still not admitting defeat? Alright then." Yuchi assumed a stance again, "I'll let you see the true power of a fully mastered Tiger Wing Fist!"

"This is a finishing move, not grappling techniques!"

"Ah?!" Yu Yao said, "Where did you learn that line?!"

Yuchi didn't actually know what a Tiger Wing Fist was; he just said it offhandedly. But from his perspective, this simple martial art was really easy for a Golden Core Stage cultivator to mimic—just some straightforward movements.

If Yu Yao was like a kitten's paw earlier, then Yuchi's Tiger Wing Fist was a truly ferocious tiger!

Muscles twitched, body trembled, and as the tiger form emerged, Yuchi had locked onto Yu Yao in front of him! Roaring like a tiger descending a mountain, the little monkey suddenly transformed, showing tiger might!

A punch to rule the land!

Even though Yu Yao crossed her arms in front of her, how could she withstand the full power of the Tiger Wing Fist!

Her cross-arm stance was immediately shattered, her arms collapsing messily, leaving her completely exposed!

A punch came.

What a heavy punch it was!

The knuckles thrust violently, directly striking Yu Yao's shoulder, precisely aiming at her fragrant shoulder. Yu Yao was instantly bewildered, her body, like a plastic bag, was sent flying, flipping three times in the air for a meter before scattering leaves and dust on the arena. Then she was fiercely smashed onto the ground only to be caught around the waist by Yuchi.

See, I'm giving you face here.

"So, do you admit defeat?" Yuchi asked.

Of course, he didn't really intend to hit Yu Yao. It wasn't necessary; she was just a little girl, trying to step on him, but as long as she wasn't wearing shoes, it was all good.

Bu Tingyue: "..."

"I admit it." Yu Yao cried out in pain.

It wasn't fear in her heart but the actual pain that made her cry. She could feel multiple fractures all over her body and a spinning, tearing pain that made it impossible for her to control her tears. More than tears, even drool came out.

"Admitting it is just right."

Yuchi said softly.

After helping her up, while the audience was still in shock, he raised his hands high, then placed them in front of his abdomen and performed a most gentlemanly bow:

"Ladies and gentlemen, forgive us. This was the battle between me and Miss Yu Yao for your entertainment. Although both of us are rather weak, we sincerely hope that such competitions will continue. We also hope that on this martial competition platform, many true loves can be found."

"Lastly, we wish that this competition will make the citizens of Cuncha City stronger in body and filled with joy every day."

Yuchi began his concluding statements, and the audience couldn't help but applaud.

Damn, Yuchi's charisma is truly remarkable. His gentleness is downright frightening. As expected of someone from the Celestial Craft Workshop, his way of handling things is exceptionally good, making everyone feel quite comfortable!

Of course, Yu Yao was also very respectable. As the eldest young lady of the largest teahouse in Cuncha City, she was originally thought to be very arrogant. But now, it's clear that the rumors were misleading.

An eldest young lady actually willingly appeared on the stage, even sparring with someone from the Celestial Craft Workshop. Moreover, the battle just now was a real fight, with no intention to fool anyone.

Truly impressive!

Yu Yao: "..."

Listening to the praise around her, she felt a mix of emotions inside.

If she really intended to do this, there would be no problem, but the truth was, she didn't. It was all due to this young man next to her giving her a way out.

So heartwarming...

Then my two million was gone!

Ahhh.

The two million was gone!

"Let's go."

"Okay..."

Then Yuchi took Yu Yao, bowed, and left the scene, heading directly to the opposite inn. Meanwhile, the competition on the stage became even more lively.

In a row of small rooms, three factions had already gathered. On the far right was Yu Yao's father, in the middle were Yuchi and the others, and on the left was Bu Huoran.

Yu Yao's father, seizing the moment Yuchi and the others didn't notice, had his old servant take him flying over rooftops and escaping, as there was no need for him to appear in the following situation. Yuchi's performance had completely reassured him, with each of the young man's steps being precise and neat.

Really well done.

Bu Huoran also left immediately, having similar thoughts to Yu Yao's father, feeling a sense of helplessness. If only he had been born twenty years earlier, he thought, he would be just a year or two younger than Yuchi now.

What a pity.

In this room, Yuchi was already leisurely pouring tea for himself. His intention was simple: to turn the recent match into a mere performance, ensuring no one would lose face over it.

Leave a bit of room when doing things to meet again pleasantly later.

Though, at this moment, he had to take this chance to give a good talking-to. After all, Yuchi didn't believe no one was watching in the shadows. Since neither Yu Yao's father nor anyone from the Celestial Craft Workshop had appeared, it meant his actions had no issues.

Yes, he successfully integrated into Cuncha City.

But he was indeed going to make Yu Yao understand her recklessness this time. This 500,000 silver tuition wasn't considered expensive, right?

Yuchi deliberately said, "Thank you, little sister Yu Yao, for the two million taels of silver. Wishing you well."

Yu Yao cried without a reply.

Yuchi continued, "Sister Tingyue, since that's the case, I won't head back to our Celestial Craft Workshop for dinner today. I'll go find a courtesan in Cuncha City to chat."

Using my money to find a courtesan? And you even say it right in front of me... Yuchi, where is your conscience!? Did a dog eat your conscience?

Bu Tingyue, of course, understood what Yuchi meant. She nodded and casually said, "It's perfect, Yuchi, you have a few courtesans to support, and originally you were short on cash. But now, thanks to the two million taels from sister Yu Yao, you can support a few more."

Scoundrel!

Yu Yao, wiping her tears, stood up, leaning on the table: "Then I'll leave. You all stay here."

With emotions growing more sorrowful, had she really miscalculated this time? Was it true that she'd been reckless? Just like her father said, was this two million merely tuition?

But this tuition was way too expensive.

Boo hoo.

Yu Yao didn't know how to explain it all to her father later, as she walked out somewhat lost. Then she met Yuchi's gentle smile as he appeared before her.

"What's up..." she asked through tears.

"Giving you change."

Yuchi handed over the remaining 1.5 million, and while Yu Yao stood there dumbfounded, trying to understand the situation, he laughed and said, "If I took the full two million, I'd have to marry you. But I only took 500,000, so I don't have to marry you, hahaha."

Laughing without a trace of guilt, as he left the room with Bu Tingyue, it gave off a rascal-like vibe of leaving after pulling up his pants. Yet, Yu Yao's heart was deeply touched.

I...

Did I just see ghosts?