Chapter 494: Bloodline Pill
Wang Tianhu knew that continuing to fight like this would bring him no benefit whatsoever, but even so, he couldn't just give up now.
If he backed down at this point, how could he possibly save face?
Since that was the case, he couldn't retreat no matter what—even if he had to grit his teeth and endure.
"Han Zhengyun, what are you talking about? Sure, I used to like you, but don't think you can say whatever you want just because of that!"
"Oh? I was only telling the truth. You really think I'm just talking nonsense right now?"
"Yes, you are talking nonsense. You're saying your strength surpasses mine? Do you honestly believe that's true? How long have you been cultivating? And how long have I? I think you're perfectly aware of the gap between us. The only reason I told you to stop just now was because I wanted to give you a chance—a way out. Don't you get it?"
Han Zhengyun nearly burst out laughing. He said he was giving her a way out? Please. It was obvious he just wanted to save face himself.
In fact, she hadn't even realized how strong she had become until their clash just now. It was only after exchanging blows that Han Zhengyun came to understand she had already surpassed him.
And for that, she had to thank Ye Tian. If not for his help during this time, her cultivation wouldn't have improved so rapidly.
Now, with a light laugh, Han Zhengyun said, "Fine, I won't waste time talking anymore. If you want to fight, then let's fight. However you want to go about it, I'm game. If you think you can beat me, then come on and try!"
That was exactly how she felt. You want to defeat me?
Then go ahead and try. She was ready to fight him head-on. If he insisted on beating her, then she'd let him give it his best shot.
At that moment, hearing her words, Ye Tian spoke up. "Alright then. If that's the case, don't hold back."
Ye Tian truly hoped that this half-disciple of his wouldn't let him down.
Han Zhengyun responded to Ye Tian, "I won't. I promise I won't disappoint you. I won't hold back anymore—he's been pestering me so much I'm about to lose my mind!"
She had no intention of showing mercy to someone like Wang Tianhu. Meanwhile, Wang Tianhu himself was feeling more and more nervous.
What now?
From their earlier exchange, he had already realized the true extent of her strength.
If they really kept fighting, he knew he wouldn't stand a chance.
So what was he supposed to do now?
Should he keep fighting, or should he stop?
A whirlwind of thoughts swirled through his mind—he had no idea what the right choice was, what the best move should be.
"Heavens… can you just tell me what I'm supposed to do right now?"
At that moment, Ye Tian looked at him and said coldly, "Hmph. You're hesitating, aren't you? You don't know what to do. Fine, let me tell you. Admit defeat and leave—just do that, and this whole thing ends here."
Ye Tian wasn't wrong. They weren't the type to press someone when they were down. If Wang Tianhu were willing to admit defeat and back down, then they could let it go.
But Wang Tianhu responded, "Heh… Do you know who I am? You actually expect me, Wang Tianhu, to admit defeat? Let me tell you now—that's impossible. You want me to surrender? You think that's gonna happen?"
Clearly, Wang Tianhu still couldn't let go of his pride.
Ye Tian couldn't help but feel this man was truly foolish.
He already knew he couldn't match Han Zhengyun's strength, and yet he still refused to admit defeat?
If he kept this up and got beaten later, he'd lose face completely.
Yet if he admitted defeat now, at least he could still save some dignity. But instead, the man was too stubborn—even after being handed a way out, he refused to take it.
Han Zhengyun was also at a loss for words. Did he really need to be beaten personally before he was willing to walk away?
Since there were people like that in this world, she had no choice but to oblige.
"Alright then, Wang Tianhu. Since you insist, I'll grant your wish. I'm going to defeat you right now and show you exactly what happens when you mess with me."
"Bring it on!"
The two resumed their fight.
But just then, Ye Tian noticed something strange—Wang Tianhu's strength had suddenly surged in a short period of time.
"How could Wang Tianhu boost his power so quickly?"
Ye Tian was genuinely surprised. Logically, there was no way Wang Tianhu could've improved his strength so dramatically in such a short time. And yet, he had.
"Hm… it has to be a pill."
Ye Tian figured he wasn't mistaken—Wang Tianhu must've taken some kind of pill just now. He hadn't seen it happen, but that was likely because he hadn't been watching him closely.
It wasn't surprising—if Wang Tianhu had made a quick move while talking, it would've been easy to miss.
Sure enough, Wang Tianhu had just taken a Bloodline Pill. That was the reason his strength had increased so rapidly.
Seeing the transformation, Ye Tian quickly warned Han Zhengyun, "Han Zhengyun, be careful! Wang Tianhu took a pill!"
Upon hearing that, Wang Tianhu immediately shouted, "Ye Tian, you're talking nonsense! Who took a pill?!"
"Hmph, getting flustered, are you? If you didn't do it, why so defensive? I saw it clearly—you covered your mouth while talking earlier. I'm pretty sure that's when you took the pill."
"So what if I did?"
Clearly, Wang Tianhu had no shame left.
Ye Tian turned to Han Zhengyun and said, "You need to be careful. He might actually have the upper hand on you right now."
Ye Tian truly hoped Han Zhengyun would be extremely cautious—because compared to earlier, Wang Tianhu's strength had already more than doubled.
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