Chapter 394: Blood Debt Must Be Repaid in Blood

Xue Wanzhong was truly a rare prodigy among the Nine Sects. Those who could surpass him were few and far between. If he lost, Kong Yuanba wouldn't necessarily refuse to acknowledge it. But to lose to Jiang Fan? He couldn't accept that.

"Who lost?""You only gained an advantage by taking me by surprise!" As if provoked, Xue Wanzhong glared at Jiang Fan, flushed with anger and shame. "If you're man enough, fight me again! Let's see who's the hero and who's the coward!"

Jiang Fan's expression remained calm. Completely unfazed by the provocation, he said lightly, "Fighting you won't prove anything about courage, nor will it distinguish between heroes and cowards. It would only be a waste of spiritual power. If you want to reclaim your honor, it's best you show some sincerity."

He thought a few words would force him into a fight? What was he thinking? If Jiang Fan fought and lost, he'd be injured. If he won, there was no benefit. There was no need for a challenge. Xue Wanzhong, on the other hand, was desperate to defeat Jiang Fan and reclaim his honor.

Xue Wanzhong was furious. If it weren't for his fear of You Yunzi, why would he care if Jiang Fan agreed or not? He would have attacked directly long ago. Now he even wanted a wager?

Suddenly, Xue Wanzhong's eyes darted. He sneered, "You want a wager? Fine! If you win, I'll tell you the whereabouts of your Qingyun Sect disciples, Wang Chengjian and Liu Qingxian. Their current situation isn't looking good. They desperately need support."

Jiang Fan's heart subtly quivered. He had come to the Giant Sect specifically to confirm Liu Qingxian's safety. However, he hadn't encountered anyone familiar and didn't know whom to ask about their whereabouts. Of course, there was also a chance Xue Wanzhong knew nothing and was merely provoking him.

"Can you guarantee that what you're saying is true?" Jiang Fan asked.

Xue Wanzhong chuckled. From his sleeve, he pulled out a jade bottle. Inside was a jade-green pill. It was clearly a Rejuvenation Pill.

"I won this from Liu Qingxian. Oh, and the Gale Bead she wore around her neck? I won that too and gave it to my junior martial brother Sun. Tell me, do you think I know her whereabouts?"

Jiang Fan stared at him coldly. His calm eyes gradually deepened and turned icy. Traces of coldness seeped from his gaze.

"When you took her things, did you hurt her?" Jiang Fan asked coldly, his voice so calm it sent shivers down one's spine.

A flicker of discomfort crossed Xue Wanzhong's face. He subtly glanced at You Yunzi and Gu Huaxi, then said loudly, "You misheard me. I said, I *won* it!"

Jiang Fan shook his head. "I'm not sure if she would bet a Rejuvenation Pill with you. But as for the Gale Bead you mentioned, I gave that to her. She wouldn't gamble it away!"

You Yunzi frowned. Was this true? The disciples of the Nine Sects gathered at the Giant Sect not just to fight off the beast tide, but also to indirectly protect the Giant Sect, which was on the frontline, right? The Giant Sect was supposed to offer full support, not rob the Nine Sects' disciples?

Gu Huaxi had heard rumors about this before, but hadn't been certain. Learning that even the top female prodigy of the Qingyun Sect had been robbed, she couldn't help but frown.

Xue Wanzhong saw the expressions of the two Vice-Pavilion Masters change. He cursed Jiang Fan internally for being nosy. He hastily demanded, "Are you going to bet or not? If you win, I'll tell you Liu Qingxian's whereabouts!"

Jiang Fan shook his head. "Bet? There's no need for that anymore." The moment his words fell, his voice suddenly turned cold, and a sharp killing intent gleamed in his eyes. "Now, all I want is for you to pay with your blood!"

He could imagine how desperately Liu Qingxian would have fought to get the Gale Bead back. And given her inferior strength, what kind of harm Xue Wanzhong must have inflicted upon her! As he thought of this, the rage in his heart erupted like a volcano!

With a whoosh, his movement technique burst forth. The two were only about five or six zhang apart. He instantly closed the distance, his blood and qi boiling within him like rapidly boiling water. His fists struck forcefully towards Xue Wanzhong's chest.

"I was expecting that!" Xue Wanzhong bared his teeth and sneered. A rumbling sound emanated from his body. Visible purple meridians, like centipedes, tightly coiled around his entire body. His already incomparably powerful physique reached an even greater intensity at that moment! He exuded an immense oppressive aura, like that of a primordial giant!

"Let me show you my true physique!" Xue Wanzhong roared. Being effortlessly pushed back by Jiang Fan was a humiliation to him! As someone with the Ancient Giant bloodline, losing to an ordinary person in terms of physical strength was unforgivable! Now, he could finally redeem himself! Therefore, from the very beginning, he activated his Ancient Giant bloodline and unleashed his strongest attack in return!

"Get lost!" Xue Wanzhong thrust both fists forward. The terrifying power vibrated the air, causing a slight distortion. This punch made You Yunzi's expression change drastically. He raised a hand, intending to stop them. "The Ancient Giant bloodline enhancement has directly raised his physical strength to that of a Core Formation Stage Three cultivator!" You Yunzi exclaimed in a low voice. But it was too late to intervene. The two sets of fists collided fiercely in a flash of sparks.

*CRACK*— A thunderous roar erupted without warning. Kong Yuanba and the two unprepared Vice-Pavilion Masters felt their ears ring from the shock. Following closely was a violent surge of energy from the collision, which, like sharp blades, sliced a foot-wide crack in the ground beneath their feet, extending ten zhang in both directions!

This scene made Kong Yuanba's pupils constrict sharply. "Jiang Fan, Jiang Fan can actually contend with my disciple in physical strength?" When he saw Jiang Fan foolishly initiating with a physical attack, he had already anticipated the outcome: Jiang Fan would end up with shattered bones, perhaps even dying on the spot. The result, however, was completely unexpected! He was actually able to fight Xue Wanzhong to a standstill!

Gu Huaxi's mouth fell open in surprise. "What? A Qingyun Sect disciple, matching Xue Wanzhong in physical strength? Vice-Pavilion Master You, what's going on with this old acquaintance of yours?"

You Yunzi couldn't answer at this moment either. Because he was equally astonished. He prided himself on having witnessed Jiang Fan's exceptional talent, yet only now did he realize Jiang Fan possessed such astonishing mastery in physical cultivation! But this was only the beginning.

Xue Wanzhong's face stiffened. He had expected to send Jiang Fan flying and spitting blood, but instead, they were locked in a stalemate! "You, where did you learn that body technique? How can you be like me?" He had activated his Ancient Giant bloodline. He had unleashed his strongest attack! Yet he was matched by an unknown junior! He couldn't accept this!

Kong Yuanba also found it hard to accept, shouting, "Xue Wanzhong! If you lose to a Qingyun Sect disciple, don't call me Master! I won't be able to show my face!" It would have been slightly better if Jiang Fan had defeated Xue Wanzhong using a magical technique. But to defeat the Giant Sect's top disciple in the very field they specialized in—physical cultivation—wasn't that a blatant slap in the face? How could the Giant Sect dare call itself a body cultivation sect in the future?

Xue Wanzhong's breath hitched. He gritted his teeth and roared, "Get out of my way!" He stomped his feet, trying to forcibly push Jiang Fan away. However, Jiang Fan didn't budge. His expression was as cold as ice: "You've used your full strength. Now, it's my turn."