Lin Ye seemed to have already seen Liang Houyun's gleeful and eager look at this moment.
But to be honest, Liang Houyun is indeed a well-known top master in the arena...
Lin Ye's combat skills were partly honed in the Secret Realm, and partly taught by Liang Houyun.
It can be said that the two share a mentor-and-friend relationship.
Of course, in this lifetime, Liang Houyun evidently doesn't know these things, and Lin Ye has a good idea of why he came to match for a battle.
This guy simply has an itch to scratch, seeing some excitement in the arena, he can't help but jump in.
He just happened to get lucky and indeed matched with Lin Ye.
Lin Ye also felt his luck wasn't bad; if it were someone else, he might find it tricky, but with Liang Houyun, victory seemed assured.
Simply because he is so familiar with Liang Houyun's tactics!
Within this combat value bracket, none are pushovers. Meeting a familiar opponent is indeed a delight for Lin Ye.
Lin Ye chose to face the challenge directly!
This time, he was determined to give Liang Houyun a big surprise.
The news that Lin Ye might achieve the final round of the twenty-win streak instantly energized all the waiting spectators!
Many people, even stepping into the Tower of Competition for the first time, were there just to witness this historical moment.
Everyone hoped to see the moment when history's youngest athlete with a twenty-win streak appears.
But upon seeing the opponent Lin Ye had matched with, some old hands of the Tower of Competition chuckled.
"It's actually Liang Houyun? Lin Ye's twenty-win streak is doomed..."
"Of all opponents, matched with this guy; it's tough to win against him..."
"Matched with Liang Houyun, what a shame."
"Liang God is online, Lin Ye might as well surrender."
Liang Houyun evidently enjoys tremendous fame in the Tower of Competition. In the eyes of many veteran athletes, if they had to name the strongest current athlete in the tower, there's no doubt it would be Liang Houyun.
Liang Houyun is considered the uncrowned king of the Tower of Competition.
While Lin Ye is strong, he is just a half-grown teenager who awakened less than half a year ago.
Perhaps he is indeed formidable, but facing Liang Houyun, whose tactics and skills are already top-notch, lacks sufficient tempering.
Many veterans in the Tower of Competition felt a bit regretful.
If it weren't for encountering Liang Houyun, Lin Ye might really have a shot at a twenty-win streak.
But now, the chance is slim.
Without delay, once Lin Ye chose to face the battle, he was transported to the combat scene.
This time, the scene was the same four-square as his match with Zong Muxue.
"Another four-square? Can Lin Ye use the same strategy that beat Zong Muxue against Liang Houyun?"
Some spectators who entered immediately inquired.
"No way, even though Liang Houyun is from the Close Combat Profession, his archery skills are unparalleled, he doesn't need to chase Lin Ye."
"Even without archery, his close-range combat isn't comparable to the likes of Zong Muxue. There's no chance of tricking him!"
"Indeed, trying to outwit him will only lead to a quicker, more miserable defeat..."
Those veteran observers engaged in the battle praised Liang Houyun, showcasing their admiration for him.
Only these enthusiasts truly understand Liang Houyun's dominating presence in the Tower of Competition!
Here, he is nearly invincible!
This led those unfamiliar with the tower to get to know this figure named Liang Houyun.
Especially upon learning that this guy is actually a Holy Knight, they were even more astonished.
It was indeed surprising to discover the tower's ruler is from the Holy Light Profession!
With Lin Ye also being from the Holy Light Profession, this battle indeed brings unexpected elements...
As the countdown ended, both Lin Ye and Liang Houyun appeared on the arena, gazing at each other from afar.
Neither moved hastily.
"Haha... Didn't expect to be so lucky to get matched with you." Liang Houyun said with a cheeky grin.
"So, does a senior like you really feel comfortable fighting me?" Lin Ye remarked.
"What's there to be embarrassed about? Stop trying to play tricks on me!" Liang Houyun said, rubbing his fists and eager to start.
He seemed ready to show no mercy.
"How about a wager?" Lin Ye suggested.
"Oh? What's the wager?" Upon hearing the word 'wager,' Liang Houyun's eyes lit up, full of expectations as he looked at Lin Ye.
Lin Ye smiled, knowing this guy wouldn't resist such a playful offer.
"We won't use skills, remove our gear, and have a pure melee fight. If you win, I'll follow you to Alliance Battle Profession University." Lin Ye slightly lifted his head and said.
Liang Houyun chuckled at this, as if he had heard something utterly astonishing, and couldn't help but tease, "Is that considered a bet? As if going to a top university puts you at a disadvantage right?"
As for the spectators, upon hearing Lin Ye's words, they couldn't hold it any longer.
In their view, Lin Ye was intentionally throwing away his only cover for defeat!
Although the Tower of Competition has rules balancing levels and attributes, skills and equipment attributes are retained.
With the same attribute panel, higher-level athletes still hold an advantage.
Lin Ye's proposal seemed to eliminate unfair elements for himself, but the veterans believed he should not engage in pure melee with Liang Houyun.
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Lin Ye's proposal practically amplified his disadvantage multiple times!
"You just answer, do you bet or not!" Lin Ye lifted his head again.
Seeing Lin Ye's stance, Liang Houyun chuckled a few times and said, "You haven't mentioned what happens if I lose. I won't play blind bets."
"If you lose, then give me a billion!" Lin Ye was eyeing that billion from Liang Houyun.
"Deal!" Liang Houyun accepted directly.
He wanted to see what confidence Lin Ye had to dare make such a wager with him.