In the Central Continent, martial arts masters were as numerous as clouds, most of them having come to participate in the Martial Arts Tournament. The duel between Lu Fan and the Jiang family head was particularly anticipated.
Meanwhile, on the surface of the Central Continent lake, a small boat glided across. The Jiang family head stood on the boat, his expression indifferent, like an old man.
"I've heard the Jiang family head is in the top ten of the Heavenly Ranking, a true master of this era!"
"Who wouldn't agree? The top ten of the last Heavenly Ranking have likely grown even stronger!"
Many spoke, their gazes turning towards the Jiang family head, their eyes filled with admiration.
The Jiang family head stood with his hands behind his back on the boat, clad in snow-white robes, his silver hair like a galaxy.
The crowd was instantly fired up. Such a battle between masters held great significance for them, potentially even improving their own realms. The exchanges between masters allowed for a deeper understanding of the true essence of martial arts.
After a long while, Lu Fan's figure still hadn't appeared. Many began to speculate if Lu Fan would break his promise. After all, given the Jiang family head's formidable strength, it was natural for Lu Fan to be afraid to show up.
The Jiang family head, standing on the boat, also frowned slightly. Lu Fan's absence stirred something within him, as he believed this battle was unavoidable.
"What's going on? Why isn't that kid here?" Jian Ying frowned, "Could he really be scared? If that's the case, it would be a huge embarrassment!"
"Didn't you just say his strength could sweep through the martial world? Why would he not come?" Han Bing stated directly.
As soon as these words were spoken, a figure, like a phantom, appeared on the shores of the Central Continent lake under everyone's watchful eyes.
"You've finally arrived!" The Jiang family head looked at Lu Fan, "I thought you were going to break your promise!"
"Since I sent the challenge, why would I be afraid to fight!" Lu Fan smiled, "Actually, this matter has nothing to do with you, Jiang family head. You don't need to be like this!"
"To go to my Jiang family and capture someone is to insult the Jiang family," the old master Jiang said coldly. "How can my Jiang family tolerate such insult."
"That reason is too far-fetched," Lu Fan chuckled. "If Old Master Jiang wants to fight, then let's fight."
"As one of the top ten on the Heavenly Ranking, I am considered an elder among powerhouses. For you to issue a challenge to me is unfair to you," the old master Jiang stated. "Within ten moves, I will not harm your life, but after ten moves, I will show no mercy."
"No need!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "Jiang family head, just make your move. If I take a single step back, I'll consider myself defeated!"
On both sides of the Central Continent lake, many exclaimed in surprise. The old master Jiang was a Heavenly Ranking expert, and Lu Fan's disregard and astonishing words deeply shook them.
"Good, good, good! Truly full of youthful arrogance," the old master Jiang sneered. "Since you insist on seeking death, this old man will fulfill your wish!"
The Jiang family head's expression turned cold, a powerful aura surging from his palm. In an instant, the water on both sides of the Central Continent lake rippled, and a water dragon, manipulated by the Jiang family head, appeared ferociously.
Above the lake, the crowd watched the scene, their hearts filled with immense shock. To conjure a water dragon with a mere gesture, and the aura emanating from this water dragon made many fifth-level masters feel wary.
"Is this what a Heavenly Ranking expert is like?"
Many martial arts masters marveled. They had never witnessed such formidable techniques.
"If I'm not mistaken, the Jiang family head might be a legendary Great Power!"
The Ba Dao Sect Master spoke, "The experts in the top ten of the last Heavenly Ranking were not easily dealt with. This Lu fellow is likely trapped with no escape this time."
The other elders of the Ba Dao Sect nodded in agreement, showing smiles. They were delighted that someone was dealing with Lu Fan for them.
"Move like thunder!"
Lu Fan smiled, "As expected of a Heavenly Ranking expert, your techniques are indeed formidable!"
"If you kneel and admit your mistake now, and hand over Du Haisheng to my Jiang family, I can spare your life," the old master Jiang said. "I am an old man and do not wish to make enemies. For you to reach the Grandmaster realm at such a young age is a fortunate encounter."
"Thank you for your kind regard, Jiang family head," Lu Fan said with a faint smile. "Unfortunately, the deep hatred of blood, I will never forget!"
"Since that is the case, this old man will say no more!"
As soon as the Jiang family head finished speaking, the water dragon shot towards Lu Fan like a fired arrow, carrying an endless killing intent.
The Jiang family head was infinitely close to the Grandmaster realm, and the techniques he unleashed were unbearable for ordinary Grandmasters.
Gu Wen and the others held their breath. Although they believed in Lu Fan, the Jiang family head's strength was extraordinary, and they were well aware of the danger involved.
Sensing the approaching water dragon, Lu Fan didn't move an inch. He even stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes filled with calmness.
"Is this kid crazy?" Han Bing exclaimed, "If he doesn't make a move soon, he'll be killed on the spot!"
"Perhaps he has a hidden move. This kid is not simple," Jian Ying stated directly.
As expected, just as the water dragon was about to strike Lu Fan, Lu Fan waved his hand, and an immense force extended from his arm. The water dragon collided with Lu Fan but did not make him retreat an inch. Instead, it ultimately turned into nothingness and dissipated on the shores of the Central Continent lake.
"How is this possible!" The Jiang family head's expression changed. "You can dissolve it so easily!"
And on the shores of the Central Continent lake, many were even more astonished. Such a powerful water dragon was dissolved by Lu Fan with a wave of his hand. How terrifying was that.
"You are not a Great Power after all," Lu Fan chuckled. "The strength you display is naturally limited."
"Great Power?"
The old master Jiang trembled slightly. He was indeed not a Great Power, even if he was infinitely close, he ultimately was not.
However, Lu Fan's words just now were profound, causing him to feel a sense of dread.
"Jiang family head, I have no enmity with you, nor do I wish to pursue you relentlessly," Lu Fan said solemnly. "If you admit defeat, leave on your own. If you insist on fighting, I will show no leniency."
The Jiang family head stood motionless on the water's surface for a long time, unsure how to respond. He knew very well that with Lu Fan's previous display of skill, he was no match for him.
And to be pushed to such a desperate situation, only a true Great Power could achieve this.
"Could he be hiding his strength?" Han Bing said, "With the technique he just used, even the two of us might not be able to do it. Could he already be a Battle Spirit?"
"No need to guess. If he can contend with me and remain undefeated, how can he be an ordinary Grandmaster?" Jian Ying stated directly. "This kid's realm is unfathomable, but at least he is in the Battle Spirit realm!"
"To reach the Battle Spirit realm without being cultivated by the Dragon Country, such a powerhouse is indeed rare," Han Bing was shocked. "No wonder the boss looked highly upon him!"
"Naturally!"
Jian Ying nodded slightly. "If he didn't have some strength, the boss wouldn't have insisted on him joining with a stern face."
And on both sides of the Central Continent lake, the crowd was also in discussion. Especially the Jiang family head, who stood motionless on the lake, seemingly wary of something.