Kang Qi forced a smile and bowed, “I thank Elder Wu for showing mercy.”

He returned to the crowd.

Wu Daoyuan smiled. “This is a family rule so I cannot break it.”

He put the jade pendant away.

Kang Qi’s defeat was within everyone’s expectations. If Wu Daoyuan couldn’t even defeat a junior who hadn’t yet entered the God boundary, how could the Empty Handed Art have its current reputation?

What truly shocked everyone was that Wu Daoyuan had been far too fast. It had taken him only several breaths of time, and Kang Qi hadn’t even realized it!

Although Kang Qi was at a disadvantage because he went first, everyone recognized his strength.

Kang Qi had suffered such a loss. If anyone else went on stage instead, would their performance be any better?

“I’ll come.” A youth stepped into the circle. He cupped his hands together and said, “I am Roc City’s Miao Qiyu. I greet Elder Wu.”

As he spoke, many people were startled. They looked on intently. It was clear this Miao Qiyu was somewhat famous.

But what a pity, facing Wu Daoyuan’s Empty Handed Art he was only able to last two more breaths of time than Kang Qi.

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