As Wu Tian uttered these words, the atmosphere in the venue immediately turned heavy.
Everyone felt as if a shadow had descended upon them, making it difficult to breathe.
Liu Shiyu’s eyes widened in disbelief.
After all, Su Qian Nai held a very high position in his heart, yet Wu Tian dared to speak to her like this. Wasn’t that incredibly audacious?
Su Qian Nai, looking at Wu Tian’s somber expression, didn’t seem angry. Instead, her lips curved slightly.
She chuckled, "It seems the young master has undergone some new changes recently."
"Before, the young master couldn't even last a single move against me."
"What, in just half a year, do you think you've reached a level where you can contend with me?"
Wu Tian gazed at Su Qian Nai and said, "If you want to know, why don't we try right now?"
"Don't worry, I won't run away. I also want to see exactly where I stand with you."
As he spoke, the spiritual energy within him began to gather slowly.
With a slight exertion of his power, the accumulated spiritual energy would erupt in an instant.
But Su Qian Nai shook her head and smiled, "Let's forget it. It's not suitable to fight now, as the competition is about to begin."
"Young master, you should focus on the competition first. As for us, we can talk about it slowly after the match."
She then narrowed her eyes slightly, making them appear more elongated, "But I'll say this upfront: if you don't win, then there will be no need for us to talk any further."
After saying this, Su Qian Nai didn't linger to speak further with Wu Tian.
With light steps, she swayed her waist like a slithering snake and turned to leave.
Watching her captivating retreating figure, Wu Tian's gaze grew even more somber.
This situation was beyond his expectations; Su Qian Nai’s presence was truly incredible.
But he couldn't concern himself with that now. Regardless of anything, his sole objective was to win this competition.
And after the competition, he would definitely have a good talk with Su Qian Nai.
Meanwhile, Liu Shiyu followed Su Qian Nai as she walked.
He finally couldn't help but ask, "Miss Su, who exactly is that person? What do you mean by calling him young master?"
Su Qian Nai replied without looking back, "Didn't I already say that this matter has nothing to do with you? Why are you asking so much?"
"You're not even a member of the Divine Doctor Sect yet, and you're already asking about our affairs?"
Liu Shiyu’s body trembled slightly, and he quickly said, "No, no, how could I dare to do such a thing? I'm just a little worried."
"Since even you call that person young master, then that person's identity must be extraordinary, right?"
"I had a conflict with him just now, and I'm a bit worried..."
Su Qian Nai smiled and said, "Worried? What's there to be worried about? Just do what you need to do, and don't pay any mind to that person."
Liu Shiyu asked, "So, if I win against him, it's okay then?"
Su Qian Nai chuckled, "What are you talking about? You should win anyway, otherwise, how would you get into our Divine Doctor Sect?"
"However, your worry might be unnecessary. You probably don't have the skill to defeat him."
Liu Shiyu was stunned. He wanted to ask more, but Su Qian Nai had already walked ahead and headed towards the lounge, leaving him no opportunity to ask further questions.
He stood stunned for two seconds, then his expression turned grim, and he involuntarily clenched his fists.
Su Qian Nai actually said he couldn't defeat Wu Tian; he couldn't accept such a conclusion.
He had always been proud, believing himself to be an absolute genius, and that the Divine Doctor Sect was nurturing him precisely for him to enter their high ranks in the future.
Now, he absolutely had to defeat Wu Tian, or all his dreams would turn to dust!
As his heart grew heavy, Wu Tian had already composed himself and turned to walk towards the girl.
"How are you?"
He smiled at the girl, "Are you alright?"
The girl finally came back to her senses. Looking at Wu Tian, her beautiful eyes were filled with surprise.
Although she hadn't understood what had just happened, she knew it must have had something to do with the Divine Doctor Sect.
And a place like the Divine Doctor Sect was not something she could access, which made her feel a sense of fear.
She gently shrunk her neck and shook her head, "I'm fine, Th-thank you."
Wu Tian smiled and said, "It's good that you're fine. Don't worry, he won't bother you again."
"By the way, my name is Wu Tian. What's your name?"
The girl replied, "My name is Chen Qinglian. I'm from Z Province."
"Chen Qinglian?" Wu Tian smiled, "What a classical name. It sounds beautiful and suits your temperament perfectly."
"Ah?" Chen Qinglian hadn't expected Wu Tian to say that, and her pretty face instantly flushed red.
After that, Wu Tian didn't chat much more with Chen Qinglian.
He turned and returned to his resting area, waiting for the competition to begin.
As all the contestants took their positions, people in suits and ties, clearly high-ranking officials, walked towards the center of the stadium.
The leading official was named Hu Yong.
When he approached the microphone, all the contestants stood up consciously and gathered around.
Hu Yong smiled at everyone, "Everyone is here, right? First, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Hu Yong, and I am one of the directors of the National Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I am responsible for the Southern Competition Zone this time."
"You are all rising stars who have emerged from your respective provinces. You are not only geniuses but also the future hope of our country's traditional Chinese medicine."
"First, I warmly welcome all of you here!"
Everyone applauded enthusiastically.
Then, Hu Yong continued, "There's not much more I need to say. This competition is selecting contestants to go to the Asian Competition, representing our country's image."
"Today, one of you will definitely secure a spot to go abroad."
"But you must remember, no matter who gets this spot, you must give your all and bring glory to the nation. Do you all understand!"
"Yes!" everyone replied in unison.
Wu Tian had no interest in this. After all, it was all just empty talk; listening or not listening made no difference.
What he wanted now was for the competition to start quickly. This time, he had to win, and he had to win spectacularly.
And after this, Su Qian Nai, you just wait!