C103 Fight Fivestar Thousand Word Big Talisman(2)

Even within some Sixth Level civilizations, Fifth Level geniuses are a rarity.

While Fourth Level geniuses are certainly among the elite, they pale in comparison to those of the Fifth Level. Chu Yi, however, is an exception to this rule as a Fourth Level genius.

Those who come to witness the Genius Battle are well-versed in its rules.

They understand that Chu Yi, despite being a Fourth Level genius, can hold his own against Fifth Level adversaries. This is not only because he has met the necessary criteria but also due to his string of consecutive victories!

Indeed, Chu Yi believed he qualified based on the conditions alone, but without his winning streak, he would never have been able to contend with Fifth Level talents.

Many observers recognize that while Chu Yi may be classified as a Fourth Level genius, his strength and potential are on par with any Fifth Level genius.

When two such exceptional geniuses clash, their respective forces are so formidable that they are beyond imagination, each striving to overpower the other.

The battle truly begins with a confrontation of wills at the very first instant.

To strike prematurely is to concede defeat.

In fact, the one who strikes first often finds themselves at a disadvantage, as their momentum vanishes in the moment of attack, leaving them vulnerable to a crushing retaliation.

Both Chu Yi and Donglai Chang'an are aware of this, as are the onlookers.

Therefore, despite the apparent calm between them, an intense and unseen struggle has already commenced.

Chu Yi watches, as does Donglai Chang'an.

At this moment, even Donglai Chang'an's usually confident smile has vanished.

He must acknowledge that Chu Yi is a truly formidable and fearsome genius, possessing a level of strength that is simply astounding.

Though Donglai Chang'an harbors a belief in his own invincibility, he is aware that even he could falter if he's not careful.

So, he approaches the battle with utmost seriousness.

And then, he makes his move!

Shockingly, it is Donglai Chang'an who moves first!

While many regard Chu Yi as an extraordinary and terrifying genius, he is often seen as slightly less formidable than Donglai Chang'an. Yet, in this battle of wills, it is Donglai Chang'an who falters first.

"No," an ancient being spoke, his voice tinged with an unusual tone. "It's not that Donglai Chang'an was defeated in their clash of wills."

"It's because..."

"That Chu Yi is too cunning..."

Some of the less experienced spectators were puzzled. It wasn't that Donglai Chang'an had been bested, but rather that Chu Yi was too cunning. No one offered an explanation. After all, those who understood the situation needed no further clarification...

Indeed, Chu Yi was exceedingly cunning. This realization struck Donglai Chang'an at the very moment Chu Yi made his move. Throughout their confrontation, Chu Yi and Donglai Chang'an seemed evenly matched, with neither appearing superior. Yet, in that brief moment, Chu Yi's momentum wavered.

Such fluctuations are common, often resulting from imperfect control over one's momentum. And in battles between top-tier prodigies, these moments are even more prone to occur. Initially, Donglai Chang'an hadn't been concerned, simply assuming that Chu Yi was faltering.

But when he took decisive action, Donglai Chang'an understood the gravity of his error. In a flash, as he closed in on Chu Yi, Donglai Chang'an didn't encounter a look of panic but rather one of mockery on Chu Yi's face.

With a simple gesture, a formidable momentum surged. It was an indescribable sensation. Donglai Chang'an felt like a tiny boat amidst a vast ocean, at the mercy of a tempest, constantly on the brink of capsizing.

Terrifying, truly terrifying!

This was the essence of Chu Yi's momentum. Donglai Chang'an was astounded. He realized that had Chu Yi unleashed this force from the start, Donglai Chang'an wouldn't have even considered standing his ground.

What Donglai Chang'an found most unacceptable, however, was Chu Yi's tactic. Chu Yi could have easily overpowered him with his momentum alone, yet he resorted to such underhanded methods! A true genius should never stoop to such lows.

But Chu Yi had done just that.

Despicable, utterly despicable!

Donglai Chang'an was itching to unleash a tirade against Chu Yi, but he knew that the opportunity for such an outburst was not forthcoming.

Chu Yi had made his move.

Initially, it was Donglai Chang'an who struck first. Yet, now it appeared as though he had simply run up to Chu Yi and was waiting for Chu Yi to strike first and teach him a lesson.

This was the essence of power!

"Suppress!"

Chu Yi uttered softly, and the aura around him erupted in that instant.

Countless forces converged on his fist, enhanced by the power of his Strength Attribute, making Chu Yi's punch devastatingly powerful!

Such a punch had not been seen in the previous seven battles, not because Chu Yi was incapable, but rather because none of those opponents were worthy of eliciting such a strike from him.

Only Donglai Chang'an, a Fifth Level Genius, could compel Chu Yi to take the fight seriously!

Bang!

A punch tore through the air, and Donglai Chang'an barely managed a response.

It must be acknowledged that Donglai Chang'an truly lived up to his reputation as a Fifth Level Genius, a genius among geniuses. Despite clearly being ensnared in Chu Yi's strategy and under his control, he still managed to launch a counterattack in such dire circumstances.

Regrettably, his counterattack was hasty, while Chu Yi's assault was the result of meticulous planning.

Thus, the outcome was clear.

Donglai Chang'an was sent flying.

Chu Yi refrained from pursuing him further. Continuing the chase and using his momentum to dominate Donglai Chang'an would have left no doubt about the battle's outcome.

But that was not Chu Yi's intention.

To him, the significance of being a Five-star genius was the opportunity to challenge even mightier adversaries.

His primary goal in coming here was to enhance his combat experience.

Victory alone was pointless.

From afar, Donglai Chang'an swiftly rose from the ground, steadying the tumultuous blood and Qi within his body. His gaze towards Chu Yi was fiery with indignation.

Yet, Donglai Chang'an was puzzled.

If Chu Yi had pursued him earlier, he would have been defeated. So why had his opponent stopped?

Had Donglai Chang'an not witnessed Chu Yi's underhanded tactics earlier, he might not have questioned the decision.

Through our recent interaction, Donglai Chang'an had clearly come to view Chu Yi as a contemptible scoundrel!

If he was seen as such, why would he spare himself?

Chu Yi laughed softly, apparently grasping Donglai Chang'an's line of thinking: "I was merely conducting an experiment."

"I just hadn't anticipated your... intense animosity."

After a brief pause, Chu Yi finally uttered two words—

"Naïve..."

Donglai Chang'an's face turned crimson, the sting of Chu Yi's remark evidently more offensive than his prior actions!

It wasn't particularly harmful, but it was deeply insulting!

Naïve?

To call a Fifth Level Genius naïve?

That's essentially calling him foolish!