Cai Hong Vs Tong He
Brandishing his sword, Cai Hong disappeared from his position and clashed with Lord Tong He. He was using the rules of gale to counter the speed of Lord Tong He's sword.
As they clashed, Lord Tong He's eye emitted a strange light. There was a trace of excitement in his eyes. It was as though it had been a long time since he had fought someone who was of the younger generation and who was strong enough to counter his attacks.
Even though he knew Cai Hong was a newly promoted Saint Emperor, he still found him very strong, unlike the others. As a peak Saint Emperor and a rogue cultivator who climbed his way up the ladder without anyone's help, he was aware of how hard it was to become a peak Saint Emperor without someone supporting him.
This was why everyone only had positive impressions of him because of his bravery and courage to go against what was conventional.