"Swish—"
As his words fell, several figures shot up from the ground, lunging towards Bai Zihe from multiple directions.
In an instant, they were within three feet of Bai Zihe.
"I didn't want to stir up a bloodbath..."
Bai Zihe let out a cold snort, his body suddenly soaring into the air, and he unleashed a spinning kick.
The powerful gust of air sent the Sixth Elder and his companions flying, crashing heavily onto the ground and spitting blood.
Each of them tried to get up and continue, only to find that they couldn't muster even a trace of inner energy.
At this moment, they were all terrified.
Bai Zihe landed on the ground, his hands clasped behind his back, staring coldly at the few people as he walked towards them.
"Bai Zihe!"
The Sixth Elder's eyes were filled with venom, but his aura was no weaker. "I am an elder of the Ancient Martial Arts Association. If you dare to cripple me, you are making an enemy of the entire Ancient Martial Arts Association."
"When the Chairman arrives..."
"There will be no place for you in the entire Jiangdong Province!"
The others also shouted in anger.
"Bai Zihe, you won't be arrogant for long."
"Bai Zihe, make an enemy of our Ancient Martial Arts Association, and you'll be waiting to die!"
"Bai Zihe, no one can save you..."
They believed that because they were from the Ancient Martial Arts Association, Bai Zihe wouldn't dare to kill them.
Therefore, their words were unrestrained.
"Noisy!"
Bai Zihe narrowed his eyes, took a step forward, and appeared before the Sixth Elder, raising his leg to end the Sixth Elder's life.
"Audacious brat, how dare you!"
A thunderous roar suddenly came from behind.
Following it was an immense and irresistible aura, aimed at Bai Zihe's back.
Bai Zihe had no choice but to abandon his intention of killing the Sixth Elder and darted to the side, dodging this earth-shattering strike.
An aged figure landed in front of the Sixth Elder.
The newcomer had white hair and beard, but his face was ruddy, devoid of wrinkles. However, he was now filled with rage, his eyes blazing with a ferocity more intense than the midday sun.
With his hands clasped behind his back, he exuded an air of mastery, coldly observing Bai Zihe.
"Chairman!"
"Chairman Gu, you've finally arrived!"
"Thank you, Chairman, for saving our lives!"
The Sixth Elder and the others spoke in unison.
The newcomer was none other than the Chairman of the Ancient Martial Arts Association, Gu Tianhao's grandfather, Gu Chenkong!
"Bai Zihe!"
Gu Chenkong spoke in a deep voice, his words like a booming bell that made hearts tremble. "Why did you not abide by the agreement?"
"Since you accepted my challenge, why did you forcibly attack?"
His eyes were captivating, and his voice carried a hint of bewilderment.
Bai Zihe's expression remained unchanged, and he said calmly, "The challenge was a matter between you and me. The key was a matter between me and the Zhou and Xu families. What does it have to do with you?"
"Presumptuous rogue!"
Gu Chenkong immediately flew into a rage, his snow-white eyebrows shooting straight up. "I am the Chairman of the Ancient Martial Arts Association!"
"The three great ancient martial arts families all take orders from me."
"Even the Long family has to live under my breath and act according to my face!"
Hearing this, Bai Zihe laughed.
He said softly, "Then I'll make it clear today. From now on, you old scoundrel, don't interfere with the Long family's affairs."
"Meddling too much..."
"Is a sure way to shorten your life!"
Bai Zihe's tone was light.
But to Gu Chenkong, it was undoubtedly naked provocation!
It was a provocation to his authority as the Chairman of the Ancient Martial Arts Association!
It was a provocation to Gu Chenkong's authority!
Rumble!
In his fury, a powerful vortex of energy erupted from Gu Chenkong, spreading outwards with lightning speed.
At this moment, he was enraged, his white hair billowing.
"Brat, since you're seeking death..."
A few chilling words, as if squeezed from the back of his molars, devoid of any emotion, Gu Chenkong struck out with a palm.
A colossal palm of energy condensed in the void and slammed down towards Bai Zihe.
It seemed as if he intended to suppress and kill him on the spot.
Seeing this, the Sixth Elder and the experts from the Xu family rejoiced in their hearts.
Bai Zihe was indeed arrogant.
But to be so arrogant in front of Chairman Gu was to pick the wrong opponent.
Chairman Gu had long ago reached the level of Grandmaster. He had sat on the position of Chairman of the Ancient Martial Arts Association for decades, as stable as Mount Tai.
It wasn't due to seniority or connections.
It was due to his solid combat strength, achieved through his own fists and feet.
Today, Bai Zihe would surely pay the price for his arrogance.
Immediately, they looked at Bai Zihe with pity.
His death was imminent!