「The next day.」
Shen Changqing went to find Gongye Yue. The latter's mental state was very good, clearly having made ample preparations. He did not waste words.
"Let's start. Strike at me with all your might, without holding back," he said. "This will determine my assessment of you."
"Lord Defender, I seek your guidance!"
Gongye Yue did not offer any false modesty. He knew that his strength was no different from that of a child in front of Shen Changqing.
As soon as Shen Changqing finished speaking, Gongye Yue first bowed respectfully. Then, with a solemn expression, he assumed a stance, and the scene calmed down.
One breath.
Two breaths.
Shen Changqing stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes calm and undisturbed.
Gongye Yue's forehead began to show a sheen of sweat. Although Shen Changqing made no movements, in Gongye Yue's eyes, he seemed to stand there like a mountain, exerting tremendous pressure on him. He wanted to attack but didn't know where to begin.
