Li Se also noticed Zhou Shao staring at him, but he paid no mind. Instead, he focused on the two combatants on the stage. The fight wasn't over yet, so he casually placed a bet. These underground boxing matches were essentially gambling arenas. He didn't bet much, only a million. However, when he saw what happened next, his brow furrowed. The person he bet on actually lost, and it seemed like an intentional loss.
Clearly, there was foul play involved, and his million yuan was wasted!
Meanwhile, in the control room, the surveillance screen was focused on Li Se. Wang Pengxuan chuckled, "This brat actually dared to show up. It seems he's relying on his own skills and fears nothing?"
Guo Liangjun sneered, "When my teacher makes his move later, his little bit of skill will be nothing."
He then turned to an old man behind him and respectfully said, "Teacher, this is your opponent later."
The old man frowned, "Such trivial matters are worthy of my attention?"
"Master Wen Tian, if you are willing to take action, I will pay you one million," Wang Pengxuan said quickly.
Wen Tian's expression softened slightly. He snorted, "Let this be the only time. If there are such opponents in the future, don't call me. Also, Liangjun, with your strength, how could you lose to such a brat?"
Guo Liangjun replied somewhat awkwardly, "Teacher, this guy is incredibly strange. I lost to him in both strength and speed."
"Isn't that just your lack of proper training?" Wen Tian said displeasedly, "I'd be ashamed if I were to say publicly that I was your teacher!"
Guo Liangjun felt embarrassed. He had always been Wen Tian's proud disciple, having won the national martial arts championship. To lose to such a scoundrel made him extremely unhappy.
After this match concluded, Wang Pengxuan stepped out and shouted through a loudspeaker, "In the next bout, my uncle, Guo Liangjun, the national martial arts champion, and his teacher will take the stage!"
The announcement caused a stir throughout the venue.
"Guo Zongshi's teacher?"
"Could it be Master Wen Tian!"
"My heavens, how did they invite such a powerful figure? Who are they going to fight?"
"No matter who it is, it's bound to be spectacular."
"I can't believe Master Wen Tian is here. We definitely came to the right place today."
"..."
Discussions erupted continuously, and many faces lit up with excitement. While some of the earlier matches were thrilling, they knew that if Wen Tian was to fight, it would be genuine skill. Inviting Master Wen Tian implied that the opponent might also be very formidable.
Thus, the murmurs persisted. In such underground boxing rings, one could bring their own experts. If they won, they could earn a substantial amount of money. Wealthy individuals often favored bringing their own fighters. With the casino having invited Master Wen Tian, it was unlikely anyone would dare to challenge them.
Wen Tian walked onto the stage with his hands behind his back, exuding an air of arrogance and the demeanor of a true master.
"Does anyone wish to challenge Master Wen Tian?" Wang Pengxuan asked.
"I will!" Immediately, a man leaped onto the stage.
"It's Wild Bear!"
"He's the undefeated fighter of this underground arena!"
"This is getting interesting, truly interesting now."
"Rumor has it that Wild Bear has an eighteen-fight winning streak!"
"..."
Many were filled with exhilaration.
Wild Bear was powerfully built, while Wen Tian was older, around sixty years old. Compared to Wild Bear's robust physique, the contrast was striking.
"You are not my match!" Wen Tian said with a slight shake of his head. "I've watched your fights. Your strength, speed, and physical conditioning are all excellent, which is why you've won so many matches. But compared to a true martial artist, these are far from enough. You can be an excellent boxer, but you can't yet be called a master."
"Heh, I also wish to challenge Master Wen Tian," Wild Bear replied with a smile, but a sharp glint appeared in his eyes. Being so belittled, he was naturally displeased. As soon as the fight began, he lunged at Wen Tian like a ferocious bear, clawing at him mid-air.
Wen Tian's eyes remained dismissive. He took a step back, turned his head, and dodged Wild Bear's aerial claw. He then quickly took another step forward, returning to his original position as if nothing had happened. With a casual flick of his palm, he sent Wild Bear flying back.
"So fast..." Wild Bear, from his attack to being dodged and then sent back by a palm strike, hadn't even had time to react. He was back in his initial position, and it was as if nothing had occurred. Yet, his chest vibrated violently, and his internal organs felt as if they were shifting.
"What happened?"
"Master Wen Tian is so powerful! He easily sent Wild Bear back!"
"Truly worthy of being Master Wen Tian!"
"Wild Bear's eighteen-win streak is likely over today."
"..."
Many were astonished.
Wild Bear's owner looked displeased, but there was little he could do. After all, this was Master Wen Tian. Wild Bear's defeat was not surprising. He only hoped his fighter wouldn't sustain too much injury, as he still relied on Wild Bear for income.
On the stage, Wild Bear had no intention of surrendering. He lunged at Wen Tian again, appearing behind him in the blink of an eye and unleashing a swift, fierce kick.
However, Wen Tian didn't even turn around. He simply raised his arm, blocking the kick. Then, with a grab, he seized Wild Bear's ankle and yanked him back. Wild Bear's massive frame flew into the air, only to be sent flying again by Wen Tian's palm.
"Ugh..." Wild Bear grunted, crashing out of the ring. He could no longer get up.
Pah pah pah pah...
Applause erupted.
"As expected of Teacher!" Guo Liangjun sighed, admitting his inferiority. "I still have a long way to go to reach Teacher's level."
Wang Pengxuan smiled, picked up the loudspeaker, and asked, "Does anyone else wish to challenge Master Wen Tian?"
Silence fell over the venue. Naturally, no one dared to challenge him. If even a seasoned fighter like Wild Bear was so easily defeated, who else could contend with Wen Tian?
"In that case, let us reveal the expert who will face Wen Tian tonight!"
As Wang Pengxuan's voice echoed, everyone grew curious. This match was undoubtedly the highlight of the evening. Eyes scanned everywhere, wondering who would be Wen Tian's opponent.
Soon, under the spotlight, everyone saw a figure. It was a young man, appearing somewhat slender. This perplexed many. Could this seemingly weak individual be a worthy opponent?
"What the heck, why is it him?" Zhou Shao was bewildered. Could this guy really fight Wen Tian?
Indeed, the person in the spotlight was none other than Li Se!