Chen Liang Vs Xiu Luo

The air trembled as the match began, tension crackling across the arena. On one side stood Xiu Luo with a lean frame, his cultivation at the Third rank Foundation Establishment stage.

Across from him stood his opponent Chen Liang with his robust body, he is at the Eighth Rank Foundation establishment stage.

Even before the match was started, Xiu Luo clutches his sword tightly, pouring the Qi into it, the blade humming faintly with spiritual energy. He knew the gap was immense, but he couldn't back down.

The Elder raised his voice "Begin"

Xiu Luo charged forward, holding his sword wrapped by the spiritual qi, his sword slicing through the air toward Chen Liang.

Yet Chen Liang didn't flinnch rather retreat. Instead, he raised his bare hand, unarmored. He stopped the blade. Two fingers pinched the edge effortlessly, holding it in place mid swing. No defensive technique, no Qi shield, just raw strength.

Gasps rippled through the crowd.