Chapter 104 Next, it’s my turn!
"You’re so weak, so how could your master be much stronger?"
Such words are so infuriating! Xiao Wu, however, felt incredibly satisfied. If I get the chance, I have to have a good drink with this little brother. This is just too satisfying, too awesome!
But Guan Chengye couldn’t bring himself to celebrate. Although he knew that Lin Mu was a Martial Arts Grandmaster, Liu Xianhe’s martial talent was so high that even he was afraid. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have made that ten-year agreement with him back then. At that time, Liu Xianhe’s cultivation was only his equal. Although neither could defeat the other, it was only because Liu Xianhe was wary of his status. Ten years had passed, and the man had long since reached the Grandmaster realm, his Cultivation Level rising to a terrifying degree. If Lin Mu had only defeated his disciple, that would have been one thing, but to humiliate Liu Xianhe so thoroughly... given the man’s vengeful nature, he would never let this go. At that moment, Guan Chengye even regretted letting Lin Mu fight in his place.
Xu Feng looked at Lin Mu with a gloomy expression and said angrily, "Kid, are you wearing some kind of protective armor? Otherwise, how could you have taken two of my punches in a row?"
Hearing Xu Feng’s words, everyone was startled before a look of realization dawned on them. It turned out Lin Mu hadn’t withstood Xu Feng’s two punches with his own strength but had relied on some kind of armor.
Da Jun, however, thought otherwise. Even if armor capable of blocking an External Power Martial Artist’s attack existed, it would be exceedingly rare, and such items were scarce to begin with. To take two of Xu Feng’s punches and remain completely unharmed, even with armor, was rarer still.
"No way, was it really because of armor?" Xiao Wu didn’t know enough to argue, so he felt a pang of disappointment. But then he immediately sneered and shouted, "So what if he used armor, Xu Feng? That’s still our own ability! Why don’t you use gauntlets? You accuse someone of cheating just because you can’t beat them. Do you have any shame?"
Instantly, the members of the Guan Family began to mock Xu Feng, their words filled with disdain.
Xu Feng was so angry he felt like his lungs were about to explode. These people are simply shameless.
"Fine, fine, fine!" Xu Feng snarled, glaring at Lin Mu. "You’re ruthless, kid!"
"What? Are you not going to throw the last punch?" Lin Mu asked coolly, offering no explanation.
Xu Feng almost jumped with rage. This bastard, he’s doing this on purpose, isn’t he?
"Kid, do you really think I can’t kill you?" Xu Feng stared at Lin Mu, a murderous intent emerging in his eyes.
"Oh?" Lin Mu said coolly, his hands clasped behind his back. "If you can actually kill me, that would be a display of your own skill."
"Good! You forced my hand!"
Xu Feng’s eyes were bloodshot. He very seriously took something out from inside his robes. It was a small box. As he opened it, a foul, fishy stench instantly filled the air.
"What is that? It stinks!" Xiao Wu couldn’t help but cover his nose, frowning.
"I don’t know, but for Xu Feng to speak with such confidence, that thing must have a significant origin," Da Jun said, his expression also becoming solemn with a hint of concern.
Lin Mu, however, simply narrowed his eyes.
Xu Feng let out a cold laugh and carefully took out a red insect, holding it in his hand. The creature resembled a centipede, but it was blood-red and carried a foul, unpleasant odor. It writhed and struggled in Xu Feng’s hand, its sharp barbs looking incredibly vicious.
"Where did you get that?" Lin Mu suddenly asked, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
It was the third time he had seen such a centipede. The first was with a man named Zeng Wen, who used the insect to forcibly enhance his Cultivation Level. The second was when he removed one from Liu Zijian’s mother’s body. The third was just moments ago... when he found the very same kind of centipede inside Guan Xinhe.
This is a Gu Insect from the Southern Border! And if I’m not mistaken, this Gu Insect is the handiwork of that so-called Master Ding. But what is the relationship between Xu Feng and Master Ding? One is River City’s number one figure, while the other is a famous Martial Arts Grandmaster, also from River City. Heh. Two Martial Arts Grandmasters. Now things are getting interesting.
"What is it?" Xu Feng’s eyes were savage as he spoke with a feverish glint. "You’ll find out soon enough!"
Then, he swallowed the insect.
"ARGH!"
As the insect entered his body, Xu Feng let out a bloodcurdling scream. The creature must have immediately begun to wreak havoc inside him. His face twisted in agony as he endured immense pain. Seemingly unable to bear it, he collapsed heavily to one knee, his body trembling violently.
After several torturous minutes, Xu Feng’s body slowly calmed, but his aura skyrocketed. His aura climbed from Initial External Strength to Mid-Stage, finally stopping after reaching the Late-Stage of External Strength.
This time, even Lin Mu was somewhat surprised. Can this Gu Insect really be like the Elixirs from the Immortal Realm that enhance one’s Cultivation Level? Can it really raise someone’s cultivation so substantially?
He immediately shook his head. I see now. Although this Gu Insect can enhance a Martial Artist’s strength, the effect isn’t significant. It grants the aura of power, but not the actual strength to back it up. In fact, I don’t even need to do anything. I just have to wait quietly, and this Xu Feng will have his life essence drained by the Gu Insect until he’s nothing but a corpse. Still, the master of this Gu Insect, capable of creating such a formidable thing, must possess some impressive methods.
"So strong!" Xiao Wu’s expression grew serious. "Brother, if you can’t handle it, let’s just concede. There’s no shame in that." If Xu Feng wants to block our door, just let him. It’s frustrating, but compared to staying alive, what is pride worth?
"No need," Lin Mu said with a faint smile, his expression calm once more.
"You..."
Xiao Wu was about to say more, but Da Jun stopped him. He, too, was curious whether Lin Mu was truly a match for Xu Feng. The other man’s strength was now no less than his own.
Guan Chengye opened his mouth as if to speak, but seeing Lin Mu’s utterly serene demeanor, he ultimately said nothing.
"Kid, I won’t hold back with this final punch," Xu Feng declared, lifting his head with a sinister grin.
CRACK!
Xu Feng stomped his foot, and the hard ground fractured beneath him. In an instant, his figure appeared before Lin Mu. His True Qi surged as he smashed his fist downward. The force of the punch was incredibly fierce, creating a whistling sound as it flew. A tangible ring of red mist pulsed into existence around Xu Feng.
BANG!
The punch landed squarely on Lin Mu’s body, its terrifying strength seemingly capable of crushing him into a fine paste. Yet, Lin Mu stood his ground, not taking a single step back.
"This..." Xu Feng’s eyes widened as he shrieked in disbelief. "This is impossible! Absolutely impossible!"
It wasn’t just him; everyone else looked as if they had seen a ghost. How could Lin Mu be unharmed?
Lin Mu shook his head slightly, looking at the utterly panicked Xu Feng. "Three punches are over," he said. "Now... it’s my turn!"