"I have only a suggestion. The Divine Domain Selection has already begun, and none of us should be wasting anyone's time."
"If you believe that Chu Feng reaching the tenth level of the Heavenly Lightning Stage was all show and no substance, then you can use this Divine Domain Selection to compete with him."
"Both of you enter the Gate of Death. Whoever comes out first wins. How about that?" said Chu Ruoshi.
"Hmph, I have no objections," said Chu Haoyan dismissively.
"Chu Feng dear, what about you?" Chu Ruoshi turned to look at Chu Feng.
Chu Feng did not answer, even though Chu Haoyan continued to clutch his collar, provoking and humiliating him.
Even though he could feel the skeptical gazes of everyone present, Chu Feng still did not respond.
It was not that Chu Feng was afraid — how could he possibly fear Chu Haoyan?
He was not afraid of Chu Haoyan, but he was worried about Chu Yue. He feared that once they left this place, Chu Yue would be harmed.
"This matter is merely a spar between you and Chu Haoyan. Regardless of who wins or loses, it concerns no one else."
"If anyone uses the outcome of this match to target others, or seeks revenge in the future, I, Chu Ruoshi, will step forward to uphold justice," said Chu Ruoshi.
Chu Ruoshi was clever — at least far cleverer than most people present. She did not believe that Chu Feng's prolonged silence was born of fear toward Chu Haoyan. On the contrary, she saw that Chu Feng was worried about Chu Yue.
That was why she had spoken those words.
And after Chu Ruoshi said this, the grip of Chu Yue's hand loosened somewhat. It seemed that having Chu Ruoshi as her backing had put her mind at ease.
So at that moment, Chu Feng finally spoke, uttering two words: "Fine."
"Hmph, fine? Now you're fine? Earlier you wouldn't agree to spar with me?"
"The tenth level of the Heavenly Lightning Stage — hahaha, nothing impressive after all."
As he said this, Chu Haoyan suddenly gave Chu Feng a violent shove, flinging him several meters away. The force was so great that it nearly sent Chu Feng crashing to the ground.
In that instant, Chu Feng was freed from Chu Yue's grasp. Like a beast released from its cage, the killing intent in his eyes erupted once more.
"What, you're not convinced?" Chu Haoyan asked.
"Enough, stop wasting time. Go in." Just then, Chu Ruoshi spoke again.
"This lady has no time to stand here watching you two bicker. Whether you go in or not, I don't care — I'm going in first."
At the same time, Chu Lingxi suddenly chimed in, and after those words, she immediately shot toward the depths of the open grand gate, vanishing from sight in the blink of an eye.
Chu Lingxi's departure seemed like a signal to begin the Divine Domain Selection. Many people present immediately set off as well, following in her wake toward the depths of the gate.
"Hmph, waste. I'll give Chu Ruoshi some face today and let you see what a true genius looks like."
"If you still refuse to accept it after the Divine Domain Selection, I, Chu Haoyan, will deal with you properly."
With that, Chu Haoyan pointed at Chu Feng, then also flew toward the depths of the gate.
As for Chu Feng, he did not begin immediately. Instead, he went to Chu Yue's side and asked with concern, "Sister Chu Yue, are you alright?"