Chen Qinghe threw three punches, and Xiao Zheng received all three directly.
Although Xiao Zheng appeared "disheveled and coughing up blood" in the end, only he knew that it was just an act.
Xiao Zheng was well aware that Chen Qinghe's "three punches" test was merely a probe to gauge his true capabilities. If Xiao Zheng managed to take all three punches unscathed, Chen Qinghe would surely harbor suspicions afterwards. Yet pretending to be overly weak wouldn't work either, so acting like he spat out a bit of blood but remained standing was the least suspicious outcome.
Seeing the admiring gazes from everyone, Xiao Zheng knew in his heart that he had ninety percent passed this test. As for the remaining ten percent, it depended on Chen Qinghe's attitude.
Feigning injury, Xiao Zheng coughed lightly, then wiped away the blood from the corner of his mouth.
