Zhang Chi clearly hadn't expected Zou Feng to act so decisively. Not only that, but his first move was a Mid-air Palm Strike using Inner Qi Release.
Despite his shock, his reaction wasn't slow. He quickly raised his arms to block, his Protective Qi Force flaring to life.
However, the impact from the exploding Fire Lotus, condensed from Zou Feng's Inner Qi, was still more than he could bear. He was slammed forcefully against the wall.
'Seventh Grade!?'
Zhang Chi was stunned, looking at Zou Feng in disbelief.
'For Inner Qi Release to have such power... even if he isn't a true Seventh Grade, he must be just half a step away...'
"Master Zhang, are you all right?"
Zhang Chi hadn't come alone, of course. He had five subordinates with him, two of whom were Ninth Grade Martial Artists.
"I'm fine!"
Seeing his men about to help him up, Zhang Chi immediately waved them away, about to signal for everyone to attack together.
