Xu Huo didn't go in a second time. Although the entity encountered in the Inquiry Hall might be some form of tangible mental interference force, simply cutting a few times and setting a fire doesn't mean the opponent was killed. It's likely just a test from the opponent, and if this force might be from the Goddess possibly being the instance boss, then her power likely far surpasses this level. Given he was injured, there was no need to take risks at this time.
