The so-called needle chess was actually a very ancient form of acupuncture confrontation.
One party had to set up an acupuncture formation in front of a wooden dummy, creating an acupuncture energy field, and then have another person break it.
Speaking of which, this was very similar to the confrontation between Wu Tian and Yimulan before, the only difference being whether or not living beings were used.
Upon hearing Jin Zhewu say this, Wu Tian sneered.
Ancestors?
This guy probably couldn't tell who was the grandfather and who was the grandson, could he?
Since Jin Zhewu insisted on elevating the matter to the level of cultural origins today, Wu Tian would absolutely not hold back.
Therefore, he directly said, "Alright, alright, enough of this rambling nonsense. Let's prove everything with strength."
"Since you've boasted so highly of your Star Needle Technique, I'll let you set up the needles first this time, and I'll break the formation."
Jin Zhewu grinned sinisterly and said, "You will never be able to break my formation!"
"Once my Star Needle Technique formation is complete, let alone confront it, I bet you won't even be able to understand it!"
After speaking, Jin Zhewu took a set of silver needles from the committee members and began to insert them into the wooden dummy.
Jin Zhewu had indeed hidden his abilities. He was by no means incompetent in acupuncture; in fact, he had reached a very impressive level.
His technique was very professional, and his force was very well controlled!
Gradually, the complete diagram of the Star Needle Technique was revealed under his hands.
Seeing this, everyone felt a sense of being overturned.
After all, they had no idea that Jin Zhewu possessed such skills.
For a time, many people began to feel worried about Wu Tian's situation.
They all believed that Wu Tian had agreed to compete with Jin Zhewu because he thought Jin Zhewu was definitely not very good at acupuncture.
However, now that Jin Zhewu had displayed such a formidable needle technique, wasn't this catching Wu Tian completely off guard?
However, although these people thought so, Wu Tian, as the protagonist, showed no change in his expression.
He maintained a calm demeanor, as if he was not at all shocked by Jin Zhewu's performance.
After a while, Jin Zhewu completed his work.
He casually tossed aside the remaining silver needles and then grinned at Wu Tian, saying, "I'm done. If you want to break it, come now!"
Looking at the silver needles on the wooden dummy, everyone was plunged into a new round of shock.
From those silver needles, they seemed to see a galaxy floating out!
That galaxy was like a universe, mysterious and profound, easily drawing people in and causing them to lose themselves.
No wonder Jin Zhewu had said such things. To deal with such a needle technique, one couldn't consider how to break it first.
Because when one was within that galaxy, they would even lose their sense of direction!
If one couldn't understand the logic of the needle placement, how could they break it?
This needle technique was definitely a top-tier one!
A sense of dread filled everyone's hearts.
This Jin Zhewu was truly extraordinary. Many people thought to themselves that if it were them, they would definitely not be Jin Zhewu's opponent!
Sensing the surrounding amazement, Jin Zhewu felt proud. He grinned at Wu Tian and said:
"How about it? Do you know how powerful my Star Needle Technique is now?"
"I told you you couldn't break it, and you still can't. I don't think you need to make a move anymore. Just surrender and save yourself the embarrassment!"
He was actually quite handsome, but at this moment, his mocking expression looked so comical, like a clown in a circus.
Faced with his playful demeanor, Wu Tian merely smiled faintly, "Do you want to raise the stakes?"
"What?" Jin Zhewu was taken aback.
Wu Tian continued, "It seems you are full of confidence in your needle technique."
"Since that's the case, shouldn't you be pressing your advantage?"
"We don't seem to have any extra stakes right now, so what's the point of such a competition? Therefore, I think it would be more interesting if we played for higher stakes."
Hearing the translation coming through his earpiece, the participating contestants were stunned.
They hadn't expected Wu Tian to dare to say such a thing!
They had all witnessed the mystique of the Star Needle Technique. Such a technique was practically unbreakable!
But why did Wu Tian still dare to say that?
Did he have some secret to guaranteed victory?
Or had he gone mad?
The doubts in everyone's minds deepened like the rising tide.
They couldn't fathom Wu Tian at all, only feeling that this person had surpassed their scope of understanding.
On the other hand, Jin Zhewu was also caught off guard by Wu Tian's words.
He paused for a moment, then said with a gloomy expression, "What do you mean?"
"How dare you say that to me? If the stakes are raised, wouldn't you be the one to suffer?"
Wu Tian casually smiled, "Nothing, I just genuinely think it would be more interesting this way."
"If you're scared, then forget it. Just pretend I didn't say anything."
Jin Zhewu felt that he had victory in his grasp, so Wu Tian's words naturally struck at his pride.
He said with a hint of ferocity, "What did you say? I'm scared? What a joke!"
"I will definitely win this round against you. Why would I be scared!"
"You want to bet with me? No problem. You can set the terms of the bet however you like, and I won't say a single word of objection!"
Wu Tian smiled, "Good, I admire your spirit. Seeing you so confident makes me a little scared."
Jin Zhewu laughed, "You can't scare me. I know how powerful I am!"
"I know you can't possibly win against me, so these low-level tactics are just a joke to me!"
Wu Tian clapped his hands, "Well said. Since you are so confident, let's not raise the stakes then. It would be awkward if I ended up losing, wouldn't it?"
Jin Zhewu thought Wu Tian was genuinely scared.
So he immediately said, "It's too late to be scared now. You said it yourself, and you should abide by it!"
"So many people are watching. It wouldn't be good if you went back on your word, would it?"
Wu Tian sighed, "Alas, I've really dug a hole and buried myself."
"Fine, since you've said it, what else can I say?"
"You set the stakes yourself. I don't want to mention it anymore."
Jin Zhewu's mind was already clouded by the feeling of victory, so he didn't consider things too deeply.
Seeing Wu Tian's regretful expression, he felt a surge of satisfaction.
He revealed a sinister smile and said, "How about this: whoever loses will kowtow three times to the other!"
"What do you think of this bet?"