"The Fighting Club is open!"
"Have you all grown tired of seeing cultivators battling from afar? Tired of those bizarre streams of energy shooting through the air? Tired of hearing 'Sword, come!' all the time?"
"Looks cool, right? Seems impressive, doesn't it? But ask yourselves, what's the point of such duels?!"
"The two combatants are far away from you, gesturing in mid-air, destroying mountains and cutting rivers with a flick of their wrist. By the end, they don't even recognize each other. I ask you all! Is that interesting? Aren't you bored of watching it?!"
"But starting today, this kind of duel will undergo a massive change! Today, you will experience what real combat is like in this club! You will experience what it means to be fired up with passion!"
"Our Fighting Club wants to show everyone that in this vast world, everyone is the protagonist, and everyone has the right to feel the allure of combat..."
Ding Buer, a man who made his living with his tongue, stood at the club's entrance, holding an Amplifying Stone, and loudly promoting today's matches. In less than an hour, the club's arena was packed with spectators.
After Shen Zhao's display of power at the City Lord's Manor, his strength immediately earned him everyone's respect. So, when the Fighting Club opened today, they all came to support Shen Zhao, indirectly trying to improve their relationship with him.
Everyone was curious when they saw the iron cage-like stage, and they couldn't help but wonder what it was for.
The area in front of the stage was bustling with noise, while the inner hall presented a different picture.
Xia Toutou was trembling all over; his legs had been shaking uncontrollably since he entered the Fighting Club.
He Yishou, who was by his side, kept trying to comfort him, "Young Master Xia, the competition will start in another incense stick's time. To help you familiarize yourself with the rules quickly, I'll keep it brief. It's actually very simple; just enter that Iron Cage and win against your opponent, and you'll be victorious. It's nothing to be afraid of; just relax."
Xia Toutou was sweating profusely, his expression more miserable than crying.
If he didn't know Shen Zhao's strength, he might have been fearless. But to see someone defeat a group of Mysterious Void Realm experts with just their body... was that even human?
"Wouldn't I just get beaten to death if I went up on the stage?"
The more he thought about it, the more terrified he became. Finally, he pleaded, "Elder He, can I just forfeit?"
"No way!" He Yishou immediately refused. "The atmosphere is already here. If Young Master Xia doesn't go on stage, it will spoil everyone's fun. Please, Young Master Xia, put aside those impractical thoughts."
Xia Toutou was on the verge of tears. "Elder He, since that's the case, can I make one last request?"
"Go ahead."
"Can I write a will to give to my family?"
"That's fine. The paper and ink are right there. Young Master Xia, please do as you wish."
Xia Toutou shakily picked up the brush and began to write his last words on the paper.
However, when the time came, he really couldn't think of anything to write. In the end, he couldn't help but burst into tears and began to sing:
"You... ask me how much... I love you... How deep is my love..."
"My feelings remain unchanged... My love remains unchanged... This moment represents my heart..."
He Yishou's forehead couldn't help but bulge with veins at the voice, which sounded like a duck.
He swore he had never heard such noise pollution in his life. He wanted nothing more than to slap him and shout, "Shut the hell up!"
Finally, Feng Xiunian pulled open the curtain and said in a low voice, "That's enough. Get ready."
He Yishou cleared his throat and said to Xia Toutou, "Alright, Young Master Xia, it's almost your turn. Be energetic, wipe away your tears. Don't forget you are the Xia Family's pride."
"What pride am I?!" Xia Toutou slapped himself. "It's all because of my face, acting tough. Now it's come to this, Miss Lu didn't even glance at me, and I'm going to lose my life. I really regret it!"
"Alright, alright, I understand how you feel, but it's your turn to fight. Go wash your face!"
With He Yishou half-pushing him, Xia Toutou could only suppress his fear and walk towards the arena.
Inside the Iron Cage, Ding Buer held an Amplifying Stone and shouted loudly, "Ladies and gentlemen! The thrilling fighting competition is about to begin!
Let us welcome our contestants with a warm round of applause!
The contestant entering from the blue corner is the young master of the Xia Family from the Purple Abyss Imperial Capital, Xia Toutou!"
As soon as the words fell, the shills from the Yangwei Dojo and the Wuwu Martial Arts Hall immediately erupted in a huge cheer, pushing the atmosphere to a new peak.
This scene made many cultivators present, who had originally come just to watch the fun, feel curious.
The curtain on the left side of the inner hall was drawn open, and Xia Toutou, trying to appear calm, slowly walked towards the Iron Cage.
"Is it really him?"
Lu Xuanji frowned slightly when she saw Xia Toutou sitting in his seat.
Lu Chen, who was beside her, said, "I didn't expect him to actually dare to challenge Shen Lao for a match. His courage is truly astonishing."
Lu Xuanji asked, "Brother, do you think Shen Lao really possesses a level of strength we can't imagine?"
"If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't tell you this. It's a pity you weren't at the venue that day, Little Sister. Shen Lao's actions were decisive and swift. In just a few exchanges, all five Netherworld Demon Envoys were killed."
Lu Xuanji fell into thought upon hearing this, and after a long while, she said, "If it's really as you say, Brother, then why have we never heard of Shen Zhao in the path of cultivation?"
Lu Chen replied, "Shen Lao is indifferent to fame and fortune, enjoying life as a game. Perhaps this is a special quirk of a master?"
While they were talking, Xia Toutou had already entered the Iron Cage.
This chapter wasn't finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Ding Buer immediately went up to him and put the Amplifying Stone near his mouth: "Young Master Xia! You are the first contestant from our club. What are your thoughts on today's match?"
Xia Toutou was this close to grabbing the Amplifying Stone and shouting "I don't want to die." But before he could, Ding Buer whispered, "I advise you to stick to the script. It'll save you some beatings later."
Xia Toutou shuddered, then said, "I'm honored to be standing on this grand stage today. I'm grateful to the Fighting Club for giving me a platform to perform,
allowing me to participate in the first-ever martial arts fighting competition in the Immortal Martial Continent. I will give it my all and give everyone a good show."
After saying these words, Xia Toutou felt a burning sensation on his face, as if he had a fever.
Ding Buer took the Amplifying Stone and shouted to the audience, "Excellent! Young Master Xia spoke very well. Now, please welcome our red corner contestant,
the club's owner, and also the leader of the Sinister Alliance, Shen Zhao!"
The moment his words fell, the entire venue erupted in cheers, louder than those for Xia Toutou, more than doubling in volume.
The next moment, Shen Zhao, shirtless and draped in a purple cloak, wearing boxing gloves, made a flamboyant entrance, striking boxing poses as he approached the crowd.
"Ugh, vulgar!"
Lu Xuanji's cheeks flushed crimson at the sight of Shen Zhao's bare chest. She turned her head away, spitting softly.
"Disgraceful! Sigh..."
Seeing Shen Zhao's entrance, Mo Xinchen immediately abandoned the idea of recruiting him into the sect as an outer court manager. After all, Qingyun Sect disciples were first and foremost required to be properly dressed and well-mannered. Clearly, Shen Zhao's style was too wild and didn't fit with Qingyun Sect.
However, Gu Yunxiao was quite intrigued, constantly saying, "This Shen Zhao is truly unconventional. Interesting, very interesting."
Shen Zhao, making a dazzling entrance, snatched the Amplifying Stone from Ding Buer once he entered the Iron Cage and shouted, "Welcome, everyone, for taking time out of your busy schedules to watch my match! Tell me, who will win this match?"
After speaking, he aimed the Amplifying Stone towards the audience outside the Iron Cage, feigning to listen to the sounds.
The next moment, a group of shills shouted in unison: "Shen Zhao! Shen Zhao! Shen Zhao!"
"Can't hear you! Louder!"
"Boss Shen!"
"Boss Shen!"
"Boss Shen!"
This time, not only the shills were shouting enthusiastically, but even the audience on-site was infected by the atmosphere, and couldn't help but shout along.
Lu Chen was also fired up by this scene.
Didn't expect there was a way to act cool like this?
He had to learn it seriously, vowing to carry forward this style of showing off.
This was what a real man should be like.
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