No one expected that when Ye Chu arrived in the Eleventh City, his opening words would be to seek out Tan Chen, declaring that Tan Chen’s blood was sweet and he wanted to drink a few mouthfuls.
Ye Chu’s peculiar habit had long been common knowledge. Hearing this fellow so shamelessly announce it in public, everyone could not help but shiver. They thought that a quirk like drinking human blood was truly that of a fiend.
Ji Die and the fat man had also not expected Ye Chu to suddenly pull a stunt like this. It made the fat man look at Ye Chu oddly, wondering if Ye Chu was asking for a thrashing.
Although he was a prodigy with terrifying combat prowess, was the other man any less capable? Also a prodigy, his combat strength was not necessarily inferior to Ye Chu’s. Furthermore, the opponent’s cultivation realm was a full level higher. How could Ye Chu possibly win against him.
Naturally, they were highly interested in such a spectacle. News quickly spread throughout the city. A clash between two prodigies, this was far too appealing.
“Are you sure you want to challenge him?” Ji Die could not help but ask curiously, “You must think this through clearly. When the time comes, what you lose will not just be sacred liquid.”
Ye Chu shrugged, indicating he was not afraid of Tan Chen.
“For Tan Chen’s blood?” Ji Die was very curious, “Blood holds such great appeal for you. You fought your way here just to obtain it. Now you are even provoking a prodigy!”
“Because the taste is simply too delicious!” Ye Chu said with a smile.
This sentence made Ji Die frown. She naturally did not believe Ye Chu would truly drink blood. Besides, taking only one drop from each person, what could he possibly drink?
“He who sins against himself shall not live!” Ji Die said no more, waiting for Ye Chu to suffer a heavy loss. Although Tan Chen was considered to have a lower realm among prodigies, his combat power could not be underestimated. Ye Chu had just reached the King realm and went to provoke a prodigy, which was practically no different from seeking death.
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The Eleventh City was abuzz with the news about Ye Chu wanting to drink Tan Chen’s blood. This naturally reached Tan Chen. Without knowing where he appeared from, Tan Chen stood suspended in mid air, landing on the roof where Ye Chu was staying and laughing loudly.
“Brother Ye Chu wants to drink my blood, so I have personally delivered it to your doorstep. Will you not come and take it, Brother Ye Chu?” Tan Chen’s laughter echoed through the void, attracting countless people to rush over.
Ye Chu shot out from the inn, also standing suspended in mid air. After reaching the King realm, his intent merged with his body, and his power could now support him in the air along with his intent.
Ye Chu and Tan Chen stood facing each other. Ye Chu looked at the high spirited Tan Chen and smiled, “Brother Tan, I trust you have been well since we last parted. It has been half a month, and I have somewhat missed you. I was afraid you had already moved on to the path ahead.”
“With Brother Ye here, how could I possibly leave such a tempting offer. You have invited me, so I wonder how you plan to drink my blood? If you provide me with sacred liquid, would it really matter if I let you drink a whole jin?”
“Although I do have sacred liquid, I am not one to give it away casually. Of course, if you can offer something of equal value in exchange, I will not be stingy,” Ye Chu said with a smile.
Tan Chen looked at Ye Chu, his sharp gaze attempting to see through him. Ye Chu was not foolish, and making such a reckless move now must have had his own calculations. However, no matter his plans, Tan Chen was not afraid of him.
Tan Chen was arrogant, looking down on anyone who was not a prodigy. Although his realm was not the highest among prodigies, if they were at the same realm, he believed he feared no one.
Let alone Ye Chu. Half a month ago, his strength was still at the Mystic Fate realm. A person like that, even with schemes, could not cause much trouble.
“Since Brother Ye Chu does not wish to give it away, what do you intend to do? Do you not plan to drink my blood for free?” Tan Chen said, looking at Ye Chu with a smile. “Blood is extremely important for cultivators. Although I am willing to help you, I hope you will not mind. I must also remind you that one should not drink too much blood, lest people curse you behind your back.”
“Curse me? Would this young master fear being cursed?” Ye Chu laughed heartily. “I do not mind bearing a bad reputation. As long as you are willing to give me your blood, you can curse me right now, and I absolutely will not curse back.”
Ye Chu smiled, “It does not matter. Since Brother Tan has the intention, I will simply take it myself. I imagine Brother Tan’s blood must be exquisite. The blood of a prodigy, tsk tsk, I wonder if it is golden!”
As Ye Chu spoke, he took a few steps forward. Only then did Tan Chen realise Ye Chu was actually suspended in mid air, not standing on the roof. This shocked Tan Chen deeply. He had not expected that in just half a month, the other’s strength had reached such a level.
“No wonder Brother Ye has the courage to challenge me. Congratulations, Brother Ye!” Tan Chen cupped his hands towards Ye Chu. “However, in merely half a month, reaching this stage already shows your extraordinary talent. But to harbour delusions of fighting me, you are still not qualified. Actual combat is not a contest of intent. Do not think that winning in intent means you can defeat me in actual combat.”
Ye Chu shook his head and said, “I do not merely wish to defeat you. I am here to tell you. I will absolutely defeat you!”
“Such confidence!” Tan Chen laughed loudly, but his tone quickly turned stern, and he roared at Ye Chu, “But you will surely lose!”
While speaking, Tan Chen fiercely clawed towards Ye Chu’s chest. The attack carried a sound that split the air, astonishingly powerful.
No one expected Tan Chen to strike the moment he finished speaking. Watching that swift hand shoot out made their hearts palpitate. They could not help but step backwards, daring not to get too close. A clash between two King realm experts was absolutely terrifying.
The strike quickly reached Ye Chu. Ye Chu stepped on the Instant Wind technique. Although his speed in the void was considerably slower, he still managed to dodge Tan Chen’s attack.
“The speed is insufficient. Did you not eat breakfast this morning, Brother Tan?” Ye Chu laughed loudly.
“Whether I ate or not, you will know soon enough,” Tan Chen said, sweeping out a kick as he spoke.
Ye Chu had already noticed it. His figure flashed to avoid the attack, and he smiled at Tan Chen, “Brother Tan did not go visiting pleasure houses yesterday, did he? Your footwork looks rather weak.”
Having been mockingly teased twice by Ye Chu, Tan Chen’s expression grew even uglier. His power surged, and he no longer tested Ye Chu. His strikes became far more domineering!
Everyone stared at the centre, anticipating the clash between the two, as both were prodigies. The fight would undoubtedly be intense. They just wondered how many moves Ye Chu could withstand against his opponent.
Although Ye Chu had an endless string of victories along his path, Tan Chen, standing before him, could equally achieve the same.
“Two King realm experts clashing. I wonder what secret techniques they will employ this time.”
“We have all seen Ye Chu’s secret techniques. I wonder what Tan Chen possesses.”
“Indeed, Ye Chu is in the open. Tan Chen is very familiar with his moves. How can this battle even be fought?”
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The crowd shook their heads. Someone instantly opened a betting pool, wagering on how many moves it would take for Ye Chu to fall.
Ye Chu naturally knew none of this. At this moment, he quietly watched Tan Chen’s fierce fist attack. Ye Chu’s power also erupted completely. Amidst terrifying clouds that shook the heavens, it crushed the void.
Every strand of power was terrifying to the extreme, filling everyone’s hearts with dread.