Both of them became sluggish then they began to react. Jiang Hengchuan protected his body with his left palm and pushed his right palm out. It was difficult for Meng Qi to withdraw his long saber. Meridian was drawn with sword light across the heaven like lightning. They almost made their move at the same time out of bodily instinct and combat experience, even before the intention came up in their minds.
Drawn by the Qi activity, both of them reacted before they even realized.
The long sword stabbed Jiang Hengchuan's right palm wrapped with genuine Qi, drawing out the surging inner force with an inclined slice.
The momentum of Jiang Hengchuan's palm was drawn away, but only by a bit. The Genuine Qi and heavy wind were twisted into a mass, slapping Meng Qi on the side of his left chest.
