Originally, Xiao Yufan had the upper hand in the battle, but the situation suddenly reversed. Tian Xuan now attacked without restraint, her assaults in every round becoming increasingly perilous…
As the saying goes, “Misery springs from one’s own actions.” Xiao Yufan hadn’t expected Tian Xuan to be so sensitive. To avoid hurting her, Xiao Yufan dared not unleash his full strength, yet even so, Tian Xuan still gained no advantage.
“Master’s strength is far from as simple as you all imagine. To reach such a level in such a short time seems even better than what Grandmaster Situ anticipated!”
It sounded like self-muttering, yet it was also like revealing a truth to the members of Tian Team. Ye Tu’s gaze brimmed with admiration; Xiao Yufan’s progress was indeed terrifying.
Upon hearing this, the Tian Team finally fell silent. Their only pride had now become a laughingstock in front of Xiao Yufan’s current strength. From disdain months ago to reverence today, all because of Xiao Yufan’s transformation.
Each member of the Tian Team was an elite among special forces, specially selected and trained from childhood under the strictest regimen. Their achievements were not due to talent or potential alone…
In contrast, Xiao Yufan’s progress fully demonstrated his extraordinary talent and potential. In just a few months, he had reached heights others hadn’t touched in decades. Every member of the Tian Team was now numb with disbelief.
Just as they continued to marvel, the situation on the arena had quietly shifted significantly. Tian Xuan, unable to break through after prolonged attacks, gradually lost her patience.
Xiao Yufan seemed to anticipate every move Tian Xuan would make next, defending himself perfectly without leaving her any opportunity. This feeling of being completely controlled frustrated Tian Xuan immensely.
They endured over a dozen rounds like this—an ordeal for both Tian Xuan and Xiao Yufan…
“I’m not fighting anymore, no point at all! If you had used your full strength, I would have been utterly defeated ten rounds ago!”
Knowing that continuing the fight would lead nowhere, Tian Xuan abruptly stopped. She cast a stubborn glance at Xiao Yufan, who wore a wry smile, her heart churning with emotions.
Initially, Tian Xuan had thought the odds of winning were fifty-fifty between them, but now she realized how foolish that belief had been. Xiao Yufan’s strength had silently outpaced hers, creating a gap that made her feel inferior.
Of course, the greatest shock was felt by the other members of the Tian Team. They knew Tian Xuan’s strength well. To defeat the strongest of the Tian Team within ten rounds, they couldn’t even begin to imagine the terrifying true power Xiao Yufan possessed.
The vast underground arena was eerily silent. Gazing at Xiao Yufan on the platform like a battlefield god, every member of the Tian Team now held a look of reverence in their eyes…
Feeling the pouting accusation in Tian Xuan’s words, Xiao Yufan could only shake his head with a smile. It seemed this girl’s temper had not yet subsided, and he dared not say much more at this moment—knowing not what might happen next.
“Clap…clap…clap…”
Scattered applause echoed through the chamber. Xiao Yufan turned his head sideways, meeting Ye Tu’s deep gaze. A smile immediately curved his lips. For this very strict instructor, he held equal respect.
“Master’s current strength, I fear, is beyond anyone in the Tian Team to rival. Such a leap forward is something we can only watch in awe…”
Ye Tu’s voice carried genuine admiration. Although in the past few months he had only been responsible for Xiao Yufan’s firearms training, he had carefully observed every step of his progress. With his immense potential and talent, combined with near-hellish training, his current achievements were not unexpected.
“You already know my strength, Instructor Ye. Could it be that you’re unwilling to test it yourself?”
Xiao Yufan’s eyes gleamed with eagerness. As the chief instructor of the Tian Team, if Ye Tu’s strength were less than Tian Xuan’s, no one would believe it. Xiao Yufan longed for a stronger opponent to test his own limits.
“Master jests. Even if I were to fight Tian Xuan, I couldn’t defeat her within ten rounds. As for your current strength, having reached the pinnacle, why would I seek unnecessary embarrassment?”
Clearly, Ye Tu had no intention of sparring with Xiao Yufan. However, Xiao Yufan understood that Ye Tu’s words contained a significant amount of modesty. Facing Ye Tu, Xiao Yufan knew he had no certainty of victory…
“Still angry? I really just wanted to give you a surprise; I never expected you to misunderstand!”
Turning his gaze back to Tian Xuan, Xiao Yufan softened his expression. Over nine months, this woman who had shadowed him like a presence, every smile and frown had tugged at his heart.
“Why would I be angry? To the Master, I’m merely a sparring partner. You no longer need me, so there’s no need to explain anything to me!”
Her stubborn expression pained Xiao Yufan slightly. Tian Xuan’s furrowed brows conveyed an indescribable bitterness. She understood that the Xiao Yufan standing before her could never truly belong to her…
Without needing to think, Xiao Yufan knew Tian Xuan was still angry. Although she usually appeared so sunny, he understood she hated deception most of all—something they shared in temperament.
“What about what you promised me before? Does it still count?”
As if recalling something, Xiao Yufan stared directly into her delicate face, his gaze playful yet expectant.
“Did I promise you anything? I don’t remember at all!”
Her beautiful eyes flickered evasively. Tian Xuan avoided Xiao Yufan’s probing gaze, feigning indifference, her soft voice carrying a hint of girlish shyness. Witnessing this, the other Tian Team members fell into stunned silence once more!
Each of them had suffered under Tian Xuan’s hands, fully aware of this beauty’s ferocity. Suddenly seeing her in such a demeanor, even with their hardened dispositions, they were astonished enough to nearly drop their jaws…
“You said that if one day I surpassed you, you would leave with me. Have you forgotten that promise, or do you just not want to leave with me anymore?”
Lowering his voice deliberately, Xiao Yufan raised his eyebrows teasingly, a graceful curve forming at the corner of his mouth. Close enough to catch the faint fragrance of her body, he couldn’t help but be entranced.
“No, I didn’t…”
Tian Xuan’s heart inexplicably tightened. Without thinking, she instinctively replied, but soon realized she had fallen right into Xiao Yufan’s trap. Panic quickly set in. At this moment, the usually composed members of the Tian Team started catcalling from below.
Blushing furiously, Tian Xuan felt Xiao Yufan drawing closer. Instinctively, she had no desire to resist. Tilting her head up, her red lips gently pressed against Xiao Yufan’s…
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