234: Hidden Strength

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone became excited.

“If that’s the case, it’s certainly worth a try.”

“That’s right, even if we join forces and attack en masse, just as Shen Xi said, even if we manage to snatch the token, the casualties would be at least one-third.”

“And who can guarantee that they won’t be part of that one-third!”

“But if we follow what Shen Xi said, in a one-on-one situation, even if we lose, at least we’ll save our lives. If we win, and Shen Xi goes back on his word, we can still join forces to snatch it.”

“This is a sure-win deal. If we win, it’s the Rain Fairy’s Legacy. If we lose, we can just leave. I think it’s acceptable.”

“The most crucial thing is that we’re not fighting Shen Xi one-on-one, but this woman. Her strength shouldn’t be very strong.”

The Martial Artists grew more convinced that this method was feasible the more they discussed it.

If it were a one-on-one duel with Shen Xi, they wouldn’t be confident, but with Ye Zirou, they weren’t afraid.

Firstly, Ye Zirou had no impressive combat achievements, and everyone’s impression of her was merely as Shen Xi’s companion.

Secondly, Ye Zirou was, after all, a woman, which led many to look down on her, believing it would be easy to defeat her.

“If you agree, then let’s begin. Who is the first challenger?”

Shen Xi scanned the crowd and spoke loudly.

“I will!”

Someone stepped forward, taking the lead.

This was a strong Martial Artist in the Houtian Huajin Realm.

His strength among these Martial Artists was average, not the best, but certainly not the worst.

Hearing this, the Martial Artists all stamped their feet in frustration.

How could they have been half a beat too slow and let this guy get ahead?

That’s right, in the eyes of the Martial Artists, Ye Zirou was no threat at all; instead, she was a hot commodity, a mobile gold mine.

As long as one could defeat her, they could obtain the Rain Fairy’s Legacy. Anyone would want a piece of that.

Therefore, whoever could challenge Ye Zirou first had the potential to obtain the Rain Fairy’s Legacy.

This made the group eager to try, rubbing their fists together.

Unfortunately, they spoke a little too late and were preempted by this Martial Artist of the Later Heaven Transformation Realm.

This left them feeling quite regretful.

Wasn’t this just handing over the Legacy on a silver platter?

“This guy is too sly. I was just half a beat too slow, and he snatched the opportunity.”

“Exactly! Isn’t this like picking up a Legacy for free? No matter who stepped forward first, they would definitely get the Rain Fairy’s Legacy.”

“No matter, let him be the first one. If he loses, so be it. If he wins, it’s not like we can’t snatch the Legacy from him again.”

“That’s right, Shen Xi protects his woman, but he won’t protect this guy. Even if this guy wins, he’ll only be making wedding clothes for others in the end.”

The Martial Artists discussed animatedly.

They concluded that Ye Zirou was no match for this Later Heaven Transformation Realm strongman, and they were already flexing their muscles, preparing to snatch the Legacy after the Later Heaven Transformation Realm strongman defeated Ye Zirou.

“Hmph!”

Facing the contempt, Ye Zirou let out a dissatisfied snort.

Although she was not as strong as Shen Xi, she was not weak either.

She was already in the Initial Stage of Innate Realm, and her combat power had reached the Minor Achievement of the Innate Realm. Even looking across the entire Chasing Wind Secret Realm, she was a top-tier strong person.

But these people in front of her were actually treating her like a soft persimmon to be squeezed?

With that, Ye Zirou was about to make her move.

But just then, Situ Ye suddenly shouted, “Wait a moment!”

Everyone’s gaze fell on Situ Ye.

They didn’t understand what this guy intended to do.

Situ Ye ignored everyone and came to Ye Zirou’s side: “Master’s wife…”

Before he could finish, Ye Zirou rolled her eyes and said, “Who, who is your Master’s wife?”

However, the two blushes that appeared on her cheeks revealed her true thoughts.

Shen Xi was Situ Ye’s Master, so what this ‘Master’s wife’ represented was naturally self-evident.

“Cough cough, Master’s wife!” Situ Ye also saw that Ye Zirou’s words were insincere, so he brazenly called out again.

This time, Ye Zirou did not retort: “What is it?”

Situ Ye quickly continued: “Do you still remember the story of the Dao of Prudence strong person that Master told?”

Smart people don’t need things to be said too directly; a hint is enough.

Ye Zirou also understood Situ Ye’s meaning.

That was, to hide her strength and not expose her true combat power.

After all, the Rain Fairy’s Legacy trial required continuously defeating a hundred strong people.

If Ye Zirou exposed her true combat power right from the start, those with insufficient combat power would naturally not humiliate themselves by challenging her.

In that case, Ye Zirou would have to Face opponents with Innate-Grade level combat power, and continuously facing a hundred such enemies, even if she were made of iron, she wouldn’t be able to withstand it.

It was precisely because of this that Situ Ye, who had already gained some insight into the Dao of Prudence, reminded Ye Zirou to hide her true combat power.

At that time, if other Martial Artists misjudged Ye Zirou’s true combat power, those Martial Artists of the Acquired Realm would naturally come to challenge her. Wouldn’t they then be like experience points, adding bricks and mortar to her success in passing the trial?

“I understand!”

Ye Zirou nodded.

Afterward, Situ Ye returned to his original position.

However, as soon as he stepped back, Liu Yiyi glared at him with murderous eyes: “Master’s wife, is it!”

Hearing this, Situ Ye’s heart skipped a beat.

Oh no, how could he have forgotten that Master not only had an unusual relationship with Ye Zirou, but Liu Yiyi, who was standing nearby, was also a strong candidate for Master’s wife.

Situ Ye quickly forced a bitter smile and said, “Master’s wife, I was wrong. Spare my life.”

Hearing this, Liu Yiyi finally showed a bright smile: “Good boy!”

Situ Ye wiped the cold sweat from his forehead with lingering fear.

His cultivation in the Dao of Prudence was still not enough!

How could he have put himself in such a dangerous situation?

In the future, he must Cultivate diligently to stand in an invincible position.

At the same time.

That Later Heaven Transformation Realm strong person was clearly a bit impatient: “Are you fighting or not, little girl? If you’re scared, just admit defeat directly. For Shen Xi’s sake, I won’t attack you.”

This person clearly didn’t take Ye Zirou seriously at all.

In his opinion, he was bound to win.

Even if he showed mercy, it would only be for Shen Xi’s sake.

“No need, dealing with you won’t take much effort at all!”

Ye Zirou frowned in annoyance.

Although she listened to Situ Ye’s suggestion to hide her strength.

But this guy was really too obnoxious; not teaching him a lesson would be a disservice to herself.

“Then don’t blame me for being ruthless.”

The Later Heaven Transformation Realm strong person smiled sinisterly.

As he spoke, a long spear appeared in his hand.

A faint glow moved along the shaft of the long spear, carrying a bloodthirsty aura.