However, although Xu Hao had lost the use of his arms, his legs still exhibited formidable strength.
Minutes later, the only ones who could still stand were Xu Hao, Wu Kui, and Tu Ziyue!
Even the First Protector, a Grandmaster Level Expert, was covered in injuries from Xu Hao's kicks, which could be called "Iron Legs." His own legs were even kicked and broken.
However, Xu Hao's legs were also trembling slightly at the moment, evidently having sustained serious damage as well.
But Wu Kui and Tu Ziyue were not faring much better, as they too had suffered heavy injuries.
Zhou Talang approached at this time and said, "Let's call it a night. Any further commotion is to no one's advantage."
Wu Kui glanced at Tu Ziyue, then at Xu Hao, and snorted coldly, "Wu Family members, take the injured and follow me! Xu Hao has lost the use of his arms, and his legs are nearly fractured. He won't be able to engage in martial arts for at least a month. Those of you with grudges, it's time for revenge!
Furthermore, Xu Hao, I'm giving you three days. After three days, I will send someone to take over all your property. If you don't comply, don't blame me for not being polite. You should be aware that the injuries we have sustained will heal within a week."
Xu Hao said indifferently, "Wu Kui, are you certain you can take over my property?"
Wu Kui snorted coldly, "Hmph! What do you mean 'your property?' Those were originally the Wu Family's; you merely seized them by force. Now we are simply reclaiming what is ours."
"If the Wu Family didn't compete with me, harbor ill will, or resort to vicious means, how could I have possibly acted against you? I only use financial power to obtain what I want, but you forced me to resort to martial force..."
Wu Kui interrupted Xu Hao, snorting coldly, "Why should I care about all that? Hand over all your property honestly within three days, and I won't lay a hand on you or put you under house arrest. Otherwise, prepare to be completely crippled!"
After dropping this harsh warning, Wu Kui left with the Wu Family members.
Anna and Chen Suyi hurried over to support Xu Hao, preventing him from falling to the ground.
Xu Hao said with a smile, "It's alright, I can hold on."
He silently lamented that his legwork was indeed not mastered yet; otherwise, he wouldn't have sustained such severe injuries. Nevertheless, tonight had helped him identify some of his weaknesses.
Anna said with some reproach, "Brother knew they had an ambush, we shouldn't have come at all. They're too sinister."
Xu Hao smiled and said, "It's fine, but I need to go back and recover from my injuries."
Anna looked at Xu Hao's arms, wanting to ask, but fearing it would make him feel worse, she refrained from asking. This content is presented by *.
Having learned a lot about martial arts recently, she clearly understood how crucial meridians are to a Martial Artist—they are their lifeline!
A Martial Artist with severed meridians cannot channel Qi Force, making them worse off than a common person – a complete invalid.
Although Xu Hao only had his arms' meridians severed, his strength was bound to be greatly reduced.
From what Wu Kui had just said, it was evident that the Wu Family no longer feared Xu Hao.
Even if the Tu family stopped sending Grandmaster Level Experts to assist the Wu Family, they would no longer dread Xu Hao's strength. Moreover, given that Tu Yilong had claimed he could restore severed meridians, once Tu Yilong regained his footing and made a comeback, it would certainly be Xu Hao's death sentence.
Everyone assumed Xu Hao had a powerful force behind him, so they didn't dare to go too far, let alone take his life.
But Tu Yilong didn't care!
Being the Third Young Master of the Tu Family, he held a prestigious status and was young. Even if he killed Xu Hao, it could be claimed to be an accident, and no matter how strong the forces behind Xu Hao were, they could only grit their teeth and swallow the loss.
After saying goodbye to the Qian Family, Sun Family, and other families, Xu Hao left with Anna's assistance.
After Xu Hao departed.
Beneath the mountain summit, the banquet continued as usual.
The disputes among the major familial powers had a long history, and ordinary people had long since grown accustomed to them, hardly caring, since whoever rose to power had little to do with them.
However, many still hoped Xu Hao would ultimately triumph, as he seemed a bit better than those Noble Families.
The public didn't care who emerged victorious; they were only interested in who could bring them benefits and a more stable life.
But on the mountaintop, even though the family members were also dining, the meal was tasteless.
Change was imminent in Huadu.
Not long ago, Xu Hao emerged dramatically, causing unrest in Huadu's upper-class society. The leading and largest family of Huadu, the Wu Family, was almost overthrown, saved only by the support of the Third Young Master from the Tu Family. Although Tu Yilong was defeated, it at least delayed Xu Hao's progress in toppling the Wu Family.
But that very evening, when everyone thought Xu Hao was sure to win, he unexpectedly suffered the loss of his arms and severe leg injuries!
Everyone was silent, just quietly eating their meal.
After dinner, no one spoke, and nobody left.
Around them, the silence was somewhat terrifying.
Qian Jiuyue swept his gaze around the circle and sighed deeply, "Gentlemen, with Young Master Xu on the brink of collapse, Wu Family propped up by the Tu Family, and the emergence of the Demonic Blade Successor, whose strength is extremely formidable, what are your thoughts on this situation?"