This declaration earned him the silent approval of many Elders on the sidelines.
Gracious in victory and undiscouraged in defeat—that was the proper bearing for an elite from a major sect.
Chen Qing also clasped his hands in salute. "Your swordsmanship is exquisite, Senior Brother. It was a true eye-opener for me. I await your challenge any time."
Their exchange helped to diffuse the somewhat awkward atmosphere in the arena.
But everyone knew that after today, the name Chen Qing would spread like wildfire throughout the Haisa Sect and even all of Lin'an Prefecture. He would become a figure that every master of the younger generation would have to take very seriously.
The crowd gradually dispersed, still reeling from the events at the Martial Arts Arena. Elder Wu Hui personally went forward to help Chen Lin up before taking him away to treat his injuries.
Qiao Hongyun shot a look at Shen Xiuyong, who was visibly trying to suppress a laugh, and snorted in annoyance.
