Palmer and his group had an extremely smug expression on their faces, as they knew that Connor's strength was largely attributed to the Chi Recieving Pill.
Without it, he would be just an ordinary martial artist. This gave Wadi a slightly higher chance of winning.
Connor continued walking up the mountain path. The reason he chose to give up the Chi Recieving Pill was simple. He understood that this battle didn't just represent himself; it represented the martial artists of the continent and even the Purple Cloud Sect.
He believed that no matter the outcome, he should maintain his dignity. He didn't want others to think that he defeated Wadi solely because of the Chi Recieving Pill, or that he still lost to Wadi even after taking the pills.
Such a situation would bring shame to the martial artists of the continent, to the Purple Cloud Sect, and even to Jorge.
However, without the pill, his chances of winning might significantly decrease.
