From initially wanting to humiliate Xu Chen in public to now struggling just to hold on for five exchanges without falling, his attitude had undergone a seismic shift. This drastic change was primarily because Xu Chen had displayed enough strength to defeat him. He now regretted it. He regretted why he couldn't help himself and had to say those extra few words. Well, look at him now—he had backed himself into a corner. If he lost, it wouldn't just be his reputation on the line; his dignity would be gone too. He could not lose! He absolutely could not lose! He warned himself inwardly.
"Hoo!" He forcibly channeled his Spiritual Power to crush the lingering Sword Intent that had invaded his body, then stepped forward, closing in on Xu Chen. With every step he took, the ground beneath him cracked with a sharp, crunching sound. The Spiritual Power within him burned like a raging fire, releasing a terrifying aura.
At this moment, a crimson flame rose from Fan Bao's skin. It was the manifestation of his Spiritual Power. The red flames surged and churned, eventually coalescing into a snarling Fire Dragon behind him.
Chapter 27