The referee heard Chu Linfeng's words and burst into laughter, "Kid, you should know your own limitations. Boasting in front of me, truly astonishing from a young man like you!"
Chu Linfeng's expression flickered unpredictably, seeing that the opponent didn't take him seriously at all, "Being at the Ninth Layer of Black Tortoise Realm is nothing special, I, young master, don't regard it at all!"
The words of the two were clearly heard by everyone present. The remaining four disciples on the stage looked at Chu Linfeng in shock, thinking perhaps this kid is scared silly, even daring to provoke the referee.
"You're bold! But you've already been disqualified; the stage is not your place to stay. Prepare to face the punishment from the City Lord's Mansion!" The referee laughed heartily once more.
"Laugh, my sister! If you have the guts, accept my challenge!" Chu Linfeng had no retreat left. Without teaching this arrogant guy a lesson, he couldn't quell his anger.
A disciple challenging the referee in a competition had never happened before in family contests.
This caused the spectators below to become excited, finding this spectacle more thrilling than anything else, and everyone eagerly supported.
"Accept his challenge!"
"Kill this arrogant brat!"
"Ninth Layer of Black Tortoise Realm, and you're afraid of a mere boy!"
In the VIP box, Chu Yuanba's face was gloomy. He never expected his son dared to do such a thing, unsure whether to commend his courage or lament his foolish actions.
Chu Yuanba glanced at Sima Jingyi, hoping to hear her opinion.
"Well! This family contest is indeed lively, Elder Chu, do you think your son will win?" Sima Jingyi had no intention of stopping it, making Chu Yuanba even more uneasy.
"How could my son possibly be a match for a master at the Ninth Level of Black Tortoise Realm? This is clearly courting death. I hope Miss Sima can spare him due to his youthful impetuosity and lack of judgment."
"Chu Yuanba, your son indeed has a lot of guts. How could we stop such an interesting event? I really want to see if your Chu family's genius can defeat a master at the Ninth Layer of Black Tortoise Realm!"
At this moment, Liu Yuankai laughed heartily to the side, extremely pleased to directly remove Chu Linfeng, this nuisance.
"Liu Yuankai, shut your filthy mouth! Nobody would mistake you for a mute if you stay silent!" Chu Yuanba was polite to Sima Jingyi but didn't hold back with Liu Yuankai.
"Chu Yuanba, what's your yelling about? Wait to collect your son's body later!" Liu Yuankai was so pleased to see Chu Yuanba's helpless expression that he nearly danced for joy.
"Elder Chu, do you really have no confidence in your son? Given his previous killing technique and displayed strength, even if he loses, it won't be too terrible. I have a premonition that he might very well win!"
Sima Jingyi spoke softly, also eagerly anticipating the contest between Chu Linfeng and the referee.
Since Sima Jingyi said this, Chu Yuanba had nothing more to say. His only hope was that Chu Linfeng's Celestial Silkworm Robe would allow him to take the opportunity to severely wound his opponent during their attack.
Chu Linfeng stood quietly on the stage, angrily watching the four astonished youths, "You better get off the platform now, or the next dead person will be you!"
Chu Linfeng's strength was apparent, granting him the right to say such things. Though the four disciples felt fear in their hearts, recalling the referee's declaration of Chu Linfeng's disqualification, none left.
Seeing that the four did not listen, Chu Linfeng laughed instantly, "Since you think I'm joking, then prepare to die!"
With that, he sank his Cyan Frost Sword, launching an attack imbued with Star Power swiftly towards the four.
At this moment, the referee was right by Chu Linfeng's side. As Chu Linfeng moved, he moved too, intercepting Chu Linfeng's move barehanded.
"Boy, I repeatedly told you to leave, yet you refused to listen. Don't blame me for being merciless now!" The referee was instantly enraged, this kid actually acted as if he didn't exist.
Chu Linfeng was precisely waiting for this guy's statement. Although he was initially angry, he quickly calmed down. Challenging a referee without reason would bring punishment even if victorious.
If the referee struck first, then winning would be a different matter.
"Do you think I'm afraid of you! You better let them leave, or I'll kill them instantly!" Chu Linfeng's tone was wildly arrogant, not considering him at all.
"I've seen arrogance before, but not as much as you, a guy at the Fifth Layer of Black Tortoise Realm, speaking such bold words. Remember to be more restrained in your next life!"
"My affairs don't concern you, but I have one condition. If I defeat you, does this round count as passed? And if I kill you, will I be punished?"
"If you can kill me, you'll be commended by the City Lord's Mansion! Kid, prepare to die! You brought this on yourself!" The referee had reached the end of his tolerance, itching to kill Chu Linfeng on the spot.
A strength at the Ninth Level of Black Tortoise Realm is no joke. The referee unleashed a chop with immense Star Power, targeting Chu Linfeng's face with incredible speed.
Before the palm arrived, its pressure was already palpable. Chu Linfeng felt almost suffocated, realizing he could no longer conceal his strength, immediately performing Shift Form and Shadow.
At the critical moment, he laterally moved five meters.
"Boy, your speed is impressive! But dodging won't help, show me your strongest power! Perhaps if you can offer me this body technique martial skill for a look, I might spare you!"
"You want my body technique martial skill? Even garbage like you doesn't qualify!" Chu Linfeng deliberately said this.
"Little bastard, you're courting death!" Clearly, the referee was driven to the extreme of fury by Chu Linfeng's words.
He retrieved a nearly two-meter-long, half-foot-wide giant sword from his storage belt.
No sooner had the referee spoken than the giant sword swung towards Chu Linfeng, its speed exceeding the previous, its force even greater.
Chu Linfeng gripped his Cyan Frost Sword tightly, Star Power within his body surging madly. Seeing the formidable power of the opponent's sword, he shouted, "Storm and Turbulence!"
This was the Sixth Form of the Wind Chasing Sword Technique, a form Chu Linfeng had tested in the back mountain, capable of cutting a large tree into smithereens instantly.
He had a thought: to see if this move could contend against the opponent's strike. Even if it couldn't, with the Celestial Silkworm Robe given by Chu Yuanba, it should withstand it.
All spectators watching the bout between the two fixed their eyes on this confrontation, almost forgetting Chu Linfeng's strength was only at the Fifth Layer of Black Tortoise Realm.
"Boom!" The giant sword collided with the Cyan Frost Sword, their massive energy attacks immediately shattered the stage made of Cyan Spirit Stone.
Smoke instantly filled the air. The referee was forced back more than ten steps by Chu Linfeng's strike, his hand holding the sword trembling unceasingly, and a stream of blood unwillingly flowed from the corner of his mouth.
Unexpectedly, this kid actually injured him; this was a tremendous disgrace.
Chu Linfeng, however, was in a worse condition. After all, the opponent's Star Power was far superior to his, and in weaponry, he was obviously at a disadvantage. He was instantly blasted away, landing ten meters away.
Though wearing a Celestial Silkworm Robe, fresh blood still trickled down the corner of his mouth, indicating serious injuries.
His hand holding the sword was trembling incessantly as he slowly climbed up from the ground, wiping the blood from his mouth with a hand. A sinister smile appeared on his face, "And Ninth Level of Black Tortoise Realm is just so-so! Come at me if you can!"
The referee's expression became horrifying. His eyes burned with rage, wanting to devour Chu Linfeng. After today's fight, his reputation was irrevocably tarnished, and he could no longer hope for the favor from the City Lord's Mansion.
"Die!" This word was almost shouted with all his might, the loudness of the voice made everyone's eardrums ache.
A phantom shadow came with lightning speed to attack Chu Linfeng. Chu Linfeng knew this was the opponent's strongest strike and put in his utmost effort to evade.
Having calculated in his mind, he quickly executed Shift Form and Shadow, then shouted, "Wind-Rolling Clouds!"
This was currently his most powerful move; whether it could slay the opponent remained unknown...
PS: Yesterday afternoon, my mother suddenly fainted due to high blood pressure, resulting in a cerebral infarction. Xiao Xiao had to take care of her in the hospital. This chapter was written at 1 a.m. after rushing back from the hospital. I seek the support of all my readers! Your collection and recommendation are my greatest motivation! Thanks a lot! Xiao Xiao is indeed feeling very distressed, seeking comfort!