Hiss... Hiss...0

The air, like sharp blades, frantically escaped through the gaps in Simone's sleeves. He assumed a stance resembling a bird of prey spreading its wings, arms outstretched and fingers clawed. Scorching Qi oozed out of his pores.0

It puffed up his clothes, making his entire figure appear enlarged, with his trench coat flapping loudly. As Simone's pupils emitted a wisp of black light, his bones and joints crackled all over like a series of firecrackers going off.0

"Did I underestimate him? This surge of Qi is not weak!" Hugo furrowed his brow deeply. From his appearance, Simone had activated his Qi but had not released it externally. With his Qi circulating only internally, he hadn't violated the sparring agreement yet. Hugo snorted coldly and likewise circulated the Qi of his Evil Eye Fist within his body. Powerful strength instantly filled his body.0

"Simone, to master the basic application of Qi so soon after breaking through to combat artist, you are indeed gifted… However, to compete in techniques with a seasoned combat artist like me, I'm afraid you're not qualified!"0

Before he finished speaking, Hugo had already vanished from where he stood. Earlier, when sparring with Simone, he hadn't put in much effort. It was more like guiding a junior.0

Now, fighting with Simone seems to have become interesting. He became fully interested, treating the challenge seriously.0

Swish!0

As the afterimage disappeared from...0