In the massive cave, Wu Pianpian and the other three women were busy collecting energy while Ning Xuan and the man in the black robe engaged in a silent battle of wills.
"Kid, I admit defeat. Let the master backing you come out," the black-robed man sighed, softening his stance.
But Ning Xuan knew this was a feint; the man was preparing to strike.
"Master?" he feigned surprise. "What are you talking about? There's no one backing me."
This response completely baffled the man in the black robe. If Ning Xuan had admitted it, he would have been certain of his guess and dared to attack. But with this denial, he hesitated once more.
Because it could very well be the truth!
Seeing this, Ning Xuan celebrated inwardly.
A battle of nerves, a game of push and pull. I can't say I'm the best at it, but I'm definitely a step ahead right now.
