"What kind of logic is that? Do you really think Spirit Hall has so much power that it can control the voices of everyone in the World?"
Tang Xiao naturally refused to back down. Ever since he arrived here in the name of the Clear Sky Sect, he had been finding fault at every turn.
Dai Weisi also voiced his support: "I also find it inappropriate. Ordinary Spirit Masters will only waste resources. Why should they be given the opportunity?"
With those two taking the lead, the attitudes of others followed their direction.
"Our Academy's resources were not easily obtained; it's all thanks to the support of the Empires."
"Looking at past developments, we still relatively support the Clear Sky Sect's proposal."
"Spirit Hall has so many stains on its own reputation, yet it has the nerve to try and dictate affairs?"
Clamor broke out again. It was clear that words alone would not bring their opinions together.
But this was the reality of the situation, and Chu Feng had long foreseen it.
Therefore, he would convince them with reason, and fists were the hardest reason of all.
Thus, Chu Feng smiled and said, "Since everyone is at an impasse, why don't we have an interesting contest? Whoever wins gets the final say."
Tang Xiao retorted, "Do you think this matter is something that can be decided so casually?"
Chu Feng replied, "What, you don't dare?"
"Hmph, then tell me how we shall compete. I'd like to see just how capable this Hall Master of Spirit Hall really is."
Tang Xiao was provoked; he seemed to be getting worked up.
Bibi Dong watched from the side. Like many others, she was filled with anticipation.
This was a contest concerning the status of Spirit Hall and the Clear Sky Sect. In the future, it would be remembered as a legendary moment in history.
Naturally, the others were fine with it. After all, the proposal itself didn't matter as much as a duel between two of the World's top-tier powerhouses, which was not to be missed.
Moreover, it was uncertain whether a proposal would even be accepted by the World once passed, so a contest was far more exhilarating for everyone.
Seeing the momentum, Chu Feng continued, "How about this: I won't use spirit power, while you can do as you please. If you can make me retreat three steps, I will agree to your proposal."
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire audience was shocked, followed by rising voices of doubt.
Although Chu Feng was the Hall Master of Spirit Hall, the gap in strength between him and Bibi Dong was far too great.
Of course, this was the intuitive feeling of most people present, because they could not sense any spirit power from Chu Feng.
Furthermore, Tang Xiao was a long-renowned top-tier Titled Douluo, and he was highly skilled with the Sect's inherited Clear Sky Hammer.
Coupled with the fact that the Clear Sky Sect had been in seclusion for many years and could now face Spirit Hall directly, it showed that their confidence was extraordinary.
Given all these factors, no one believed that Tang Xiao couldn't even match Chu Feng. Moreover, saying he only needed to retreat three steps was a complete insult to Tang Xiao.
If Tang Xiao even casually used his spirit power, it would be like a whirlwind sweeping away clouds. Forget three steps, three hundred steps wouldn't be a problem.
"Kid? Did you really not misspeak? Or did this old man misunderstand?"
Tang Xiao gave a rare, brilliant smile. He must have thought his ears were playing tricks on him; how could anyone dare to make such a request?
"Three steps is actually just a compromise. In reality, you don't even have the ability to make me take a single step back."
Chu Feng uttered even more arrogant words with a calm expression. Originally, he intended to be polite, but if he had to be blunt, this was the only way.
Chu Feng truly felt that way; it was impossible for Tang Xiao's strength to make him take even one step back.
The faces of Bibi Dong and the various Spirit Hall Elders were filled with conflicted expressions. They had never seen such a scene before.
Even Qian Renxue was a bit panicked. Whether it was one step or three steps, there were too many variables.
Not to mention that Tang Xiao's own strength was top-tier. If he had the support of some mysterious power, Chu Feng would definitely be at a disadvantage.
Chu Feng continued, "Please, Sect Master Tang. It's only three steps."
"No need to go outside. Right here, I'll make you show your true colors immediately."
Tang Xiao had never endured such mockery. He slammed the table and threw a punch toward Chu Feng.
Everyone quickly moved away, leaving an open space.
Chu Feng was in no hurry. He stood firm and extended two fingers of his left hand.
Relying solely on the aura circulating through his two fingers, he resisted Tang Xiao's heavy punch. With a gentle flick of his finger, a massive shockwave stirred through the entire Grand Cathedral.
Chu Feng shook his head and said, "Why don't you try again? Surely you can't be unable to even get close to me."
Ghost Douluo and Chrysanthemum Douluo were stunned. Their blood had nearly boiled just facing that punch earlier; how could the Hall Master be so fierce?
Even though they had witnessed Chu Feng's strength before, they couldn't think of any reason to explain how he did it.
After all, he showed not a hint of spirit power or any desire to attack. He just stood there and was able to block Tang Xiao.
"Take another punch from me!"
Tang Xiao gritted his teeth, refusing to accept this. He used his spirit power to throw a punch enveloped in lightning.
He believed that this time, things should go as he wished.
Whoosh!
For a moment, everyone found it hard to believe.
Chu Feng caught the punch with his bare hand. After gripping it, he gave a forceful push, sending Tang Xiao stumbling backward.
Tang Xiao managed to steady himself with great difficulty, but his face was now filled with rage.
Having been toyed with twice, his dignity was completely gone. Moreover, Chu Feng hadn't used any spirit power at all, which was a massive humiliation for him.
"Are you coming again?" Chu Feng still had a smile on his face.
What would Tang Xiao think? He would surely use any means necessary to defeat Chu Feng; that was his reckless nature.
Even if he had to use Spirit Abilities and spirit power, he had to defeat Chu Feng. Otherwise, the reputation of the Clear Sky Sect would be completely destroyed in his hands.
The onlookers were shocked time and again. The strength of the Spirit Hall's Hall Master had reached such an absurd level, where formlessness triumphed over form.
"I don't care what tricks you're using. Clear Sky Hammer!"
Tang Xiao grew desperate and directly used his Tool Spirit to attack.
The World's number one Tool Spirit. Everyone couldn't help but feel excited. It was a rare sight to see the Sect Master of Clear Sky personally demonstrate it.
Bibi Dong began to feel a bit worried, and the Elders were also unsure of how things would turn out.
However, Chu Feng didn't care. His short time in the Grotto-Heaven Blessed Land had taught him a great deal.
Bang!
Tang Xiao's Clear Sky Hammer smashed down, the triggered lightning making the Grand Cathedral tremble.
The meeting table instantly shattered into pieces, and even the floor cracked open into a deep trench.
While everyone was in shock, they also held absolute expectations; most people judged that Chu Feng was surely going to lose.
But Chu Feng still easily caught the hammer strike using his extremely powerful protective aura.
The hammer was like it was wrapped in cotton-like air; it sank in and couldn't be pulled out, and the more force was applied, the deeper it sank.
"What's going on?"
Tang Xiao's hand holding the hammer handle trembled violently. He had never seen such a strange energy.
At this moment, he thought of the Man in Black Robe, that existence who could completely overwhelm him.
Could it be that to deal with Chu Feng, he also needed to borrow the power the Man in Black Robe had left him?
If he didn't use it, judging by the attitude of everyone present, the Clear Sky Sect's comeback would desperately need the success of this hammer strike.
"Asura Clear Sky!"
Thus, Tang Xiao shouted at the top of his lungs, his entire body emitting a deep and dark red mist.
His Clear Sky Hammer instantly turned a crimson blood-red, and the lightning it released evolved into a glow of scarlet flames.
This was a manifestation of the divine force from the Asura God. Others couldn't tell, but Chu Feng understood it very well.
He had originally only wanted to test the waters, but he hadn't expected Tang Xiao to reveal his trump card so quickly.
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