This wasn't just about holding back Shi Yunzhou for a moment. Even if they somehow succeeded, an enraged Xia Hanshi would tear Hongxuan to shreds moments after Su Chen's death.
They would also have to count on Shi Yunzhou reacting instantly, suppressing his own rage, realizing Hongxuan couldn't be allowed to die, and then intervening to stop Xia Hanshi.
The chances of this entire sequence of events playing out successfully were far too low.
"The window of opportunity will only last an instant, and the chance of success is admittedly slim. But in a situation like this, we have to risk it all." Hongxuan didn't answer his question and had already walked out.
'The duel is just a front. Killing Su Chen is the real goal. Even if the probability is low, this is the only way I can think of. The outcome can't be any worse than death.'
The area beneath the reception building was spacious. Both parties had retreated a good distance, leaving more than enough room for the two to fight.
