Chapter 50: God of War

It was proper for warriors who were engaged in battle to scheme, conspire, and utilise underhanded strategies. No one would have considered such a scheming warrior to be shamelessly despicable.

Nonetheless, it was indeed a rare sight to see one who leveraged the spectators to seize an opportunity for the advantage of the first move.

“Shameless!”

“Despicable!”

“A sinister dog!”

Mockery and jeering began to tumble like the huge wave of tsunami. Amidst their thunderous screams and pandemonium, the crowd started to throw silver coins, bottles, rice boxes, and makeup bags towards the fighting platform.

Gao Pan was indignant. He was struggling with his internal turmoil. He wanted to let out his rage through his screams. He was not upset with Xu Yi’s sneak attack. He felt it was unfair for Xu Yi to seize his pretense opportunity without allowing him a chance to play the same game.

It was obvious that Xu Yi desired to win, and he was not bothered by what others thought. He had planned for first move advantage in every execution in order to secure his victory over Gao Pan.

Gao Pan was indeed formidable as a warrior who attended eight fights to defend his title. Despite the chaotic situation, he was deft and swift. He focused on his weathertight defence and did not give Xu Yi any opportunity.

“Despicable rascal! I shall make you pay dearly with your life for your sneak attack!” Gao Pan swore nastily when he was able to catch his breath.

Xu Yi was steady and unwavering. He was unaffected by others’ criticisms. The thunderous bolts from the viewing platform only spurred him on. He focused intently on delivering his blows to Gao Pan.

Gao Pan continued to berate him. Upon realising that his enemy was unresponsive, he began to feel the pressure from Xu Yi’s attacks. He was enraged, and he roared, “Oh so we’re pitting our strengths and stamina? Bring it on!”

Gao Pan was a stoic man. His body weight was twice that of Xu Yi’s. Such assets had made him a heavyweight warrior. Gao Pan was the champion in that category.

He had been through eight battles and had used his weapons in three challenges. In the remaining five duels, he had used empty fists to take down his opponents.

The spectators were able to hear Gao Pan’s words through the amplifiers. There was an uproar within the audience. Countless people were chanting, “Hammer him, hammer him…”

The roars spread like wildfire, and Gao Pan was elated. He covered his face with one arm and the other arm was not used to block anymore. There was an opening.

Bang!

Xu Yi’s fist landed on Gao Pan’s chest. The powerful fist hit the armour and resulted in a sharp, piercing tweet. A flash of green air on Gao Pan’s face appeared. His body had not moved an inch.

Xu Yi realised in the nick of time that the armour on Gao Pan was extraordinary. He lamented his bad fortune.

“The lowly rat wants to wound me. Go to hell!”

Gao Pan shouted loudly, and his huge fist punches in the air caused air ripples. “Sundering fists!”

The fists were overpowering. Xu Yi was fearful to take them on. Instead, he deftly twisted his body to dodge them.

Bang!

The brutal fist hit the iron-steel floor and dented the floor plates.

The spectators cheered and clapped!

Gao Pan’s fist had forced Xu Yi to move away. He was proud that he did it. His feet did not stop. He continued to pursue with the silver spear.

He was halted in his pursuit by Xu Yi. The latter’s obnoxious fists were once again in his face.

The fight went on for a while. Gao Pan took a blow from Xu Yi, and he rendered another Sundering Fists in order to push Xu Yi away. Subsequently, he followed on with his silver spear.

Despite his whole-hearted efforts, he was unable to get Xu Yi off of him.

Gao Pan was utterly frustrated. He had never seen a rogue’s moves like Xu Yi’s. There was an uproar among the crowds. The spectators were full of rebuke for Xu Yi for his despicable tactics.

Xu Yi was oblivious to the commotion. He was more focused on saving his dear life than his face.

Gao Pan was infuriated by Xu Yi’s nonsensical moves. Despite his anxiety, he was aware that he could not hang on much longer. Even though his Sundering Fists were indomitable, they were depleting his stamina very quickly. His opponent had amazing body movement, and his Sundering Fists were rendered futile. If he were to continue like this, he would be dead from exhaustion. He decided to try something different. “Damn you rascal! Do you wish to fight with your fists? Then let’s do just that! We fight!. The loser will be the mother fucker!” he roared at Xu Yi.

As soon as he finished his words, he let go of his block. He swung his neck swiftly and deftly. His two fists headed for Xu Yi’s chest.

The crowd echoed, “The loser will be the mother fucker!””

“Let’s fight!”

Xu Yi also let go of his block and his fists were aimed at Gao Pan’s abdomen.

Bang!

Bang!

The two collided simultaneously. The head-on collision caused them to move apart. Gao Pan’s golden armour clinked in a sharp pitch. Xu Yi’s body was trained well under his pugilistic foundation work. His body did not utter a sound. It was as dead as a door nail.

“Obviously you’ve come prepared!”

Gao Pan peered at Xu Yi coldly. An experienced warrior like Gao Pan understood his powerful fists well. No ordinary pugilistic training could have enabled Xu Yi to take his blow. He was certain that Xu Yi had come equipped with some sort of armour.

He was elated at his logical deduction. He had anticipated Xu Yi’s strategy — to use his deft body moves and the protection of his armour to allow him to engage in small space attacks. Xu Yi was good at the latter, and that could provide him an opportunity to win.

Gao Pan despised such a strategy. However, his opponent’s remarkable body movement and his use of wits had already made him let his silver spear slip. Despite his irritation, he had to put up with Xu Yi’s moves.

However, Xu Yi may be too naive and inexperienced. He was unable to fathom the vast gaps in the duo’s respective prowesses. Gao Pan was indeed a formidable opponent who would not succumb easily to crafty plots.

The duo were pitting the robustness of each other’s armour and the power of each other’s fists against one another. He simply refused to believe that the special armour bestowed to him would be unable to protect him from Xu Yi’s fists.

Gao Pan was renowned for his Sundering Fists. He believed that no one within the peak of the Body Forging Stage would be able to surpass him.

His analysis was performed in a flash. With his new intention, Gao Pan initiated a strike.

Xu Yi did not dodge. Both men moved to another place for more combat.

Initially, both dodged and blocked. Occasionally one would attempt to strike where there was no armour protection. After a few feeble trials, both decided to quell the idea of sneak attacks. They each focused on tackling one another.

After a few hundred exchanges, both men confronted each other squarely.

They had given up on fancy moves. They pitted against their strengths and mind power. Such tactics were mad as a March hare. The audience were in awe.

In previous duels, warriors were engaged in endless fanciful moves and tactics. This duel was utterly different. Both of them fought like two savage gods. Everyone was exhilarated and enchanted.

Shouts and screams continued. In the finale, everyone cheered, “May the God of War reign!”

It was plainly obvious that the crowd supported Gao Pan for two main reasons. Firstly, Gao Pan’s prowess was significantly superior to Xu Yi’s. Secondly, Xu Yi’s sneak attacks had eroded the dismal support he was receiving.

The situation was in full swing. The shouting and screaming was endless. When the sun rays shone on Gao Pan’s stalwart and stoic body, his golden armour glistened with flames. It was as if he were being worshipped as the God of War.

No one would have empathised with Gao Pan’s fear and anxiety.

He would like to swear at the crowds if he could be allowed to. He hated such warriorship. However, the crowd had been spurring on the fight as a contest of physical strength and mental strength.