Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
The night on the 14th.
MCMAU. Training room.
Observing the people gathered in front of him, Tang Feng spoke in a deep voice, “It’s the final match, as well as the last competition tomorrow!”
“Does anyone have anything to say regarding our lineup tomorrow?”
Everyone started exchanging glances. The selection of members was not an easy feat since this was the last match.
There were still many who had not fought so far. Someone might lose the opportunity to fight.
Fighting meant risk. However, it would be extremely regretful if one was in the team but did not have the chance to fight even once.
Zhao Lei was unwilling to pass the responsibility to others and volunteered. “Instructor, I want to fight!”
Fang Ping pouted and mumbled, “You should give others a chance.”
Zhao Lei’s face turned an ugly green!
‘To whom should I give a chance?’
‘I still haven’t gotten a damn chance to even show my face and I’m supposed to give others a chance? If I continue giving way to others, I’ll just become a bystander!’
No one could deny that Zhao Lei was a top student in MCMAU. His abilities were considered to be one of the best among MCMAU new students. Tang Feng would not turn down his request to fight even if he was not his student.
He nodded. “Fine. I’ll count you in.”
“Instructor, I want to do something for the university as well!”
“Okay, I’ll count Jin Lei in.”
“Instructor, I want to fight too...”
Fu Changding had not finished speaking when Tang Feng said thoughtfully, “Fu Changding, your injuries have not recovered yet. Let others have a go.”
“I...”
Fu Changding lamented and complained, “Instructor, if CCMAU suddenly comes up with some wicked ideas and I’m not there, we will be in grave danger.”
Tang Feng gave him a sideways glance. The MCMAU students were all so confident.
“Instructor...”
“OK. Zhao Lei, Jin Lei, Xu Yikai, Li Zhaoxu: the four of you will fight. Fang Ping will suppress.”
Tang Feng had finally decided on the lineup. Chen Yunxi was standing beside them with her face flushed red. She stammered, “Instructor, I...”
Tang Feng threw her a look and said nonchalantly, “Chen Yunxi will be managing everyone’s logistics.”
“Instructor...”
The redness of Chen Yunxi’s eyes was evident. She was on the verge of tears.
Fu Changding came to her aid and said, “Instructor, this is not right. Chen Yunxi is still a Peak Rank-1 no matter what...”
“Once in the arena, a Peak Rank-1 that does not dare to fight is worse than an Upper-stage Rank-1!”
Fu Changding had nothing to say. He mumbled about something and did not say another word.
Chen Yunxi gritted her teeth and announced, “Instructor, I am not afraid to fight!”
“You are not afraid to fight? Right, once you’re in the arena, you may force yourself to fight, but taking the initiative and fighting passively are two different things!”
Tang Feng’s tone was flat as he said, “If we don’t have enough members then you can go in the arena. Since we have enough people now, I don’t see the need.”
“I...”
Fang Ping saw that Chen Yunxi was about to burst into tears and said lazily, “Easy. Just do what Zhao Xuemei did and arrange a duel with Zhao Lei. If you can defeat him, you can fight. Am I right, Instructor?”
Zhao Lei’s face had turned black. Why me!
There were three other Upper-stage Rank-1 martial artists here!
Tang Feng threw Fang Ping a glance, then turned to Chen Yunxi and said, “Fang Ping’s right. If you really want to go in the arena, choose one from those who are fighting tomorrow and request a duel!”
“Zhao Lei will do. Chen Yunxi, don’t be afraid!” Fang Ping said encouragingly.
Fu Changding felt like he was watching a show. Beaming, he chipped in as well. “Yunxi, if you want to challenge someone, challenge Zhao Lei. That’s the best way for you to showcase your abilities.
“Don’t be afraid. We won’t be short of people even if you injure each other.”
Even if Zhao Lei was injured, he, Fu Changding was still around. It would be better if both of them lost, then he would get the opportunity to fight.
At this moment, Zhao Lei wanted nothing more than to punch the two of them to death!
‘Who the f*ck did I offend now?’
‘I’d been sidelined since the beginning. When I had finally gotten the opportunity, why would you two do this to me`?’
When he saw Chen Yunxi peeking at him and seemed convinced, Zhao Lei had to say something. “Chen Yunxi, if we are injured before the competition...”
“It’s alright. I will suppress. We won’t lose,” Fang Ping said, butting in.
“Fang Ping!”
Zhao Lei gritted his teeth, seething with anger.
Suppressing his rage, Zhao Lei spoke again. “It’s not that I don’t dare to accept the challenge, but we are fighting tomorrow. As a member of the first team, I must fight in the final match no matter what!”
He had made his intentions clear. If Chen Yunxi still insisted on challenging him, no one should blame him for being cruel.
Chen Yunxi hesitated. She turned her attention to three others.
The three of them, Li Zhaoxu included, were slightly nervous. They were only Upper-stage Rank-1. There was a high chance that they would be no match for her.
All of them had not fought yet. It had taken a lot of effort for CCMAU to be crippled just before the final match, which had opened up the opportunity for them. Failing to participate now would be extremely regretful.
Zhao Lei analyzed the situation and suddenly said, “Instructor, I think that there’s no need for Fang Ping to fight...”
Fang Ping scoffed and replied, “Sure. You can suppress. It’s fine with me. If we lose, the university better not blame us for not contributing.
“Han Xu still has plenty of combat strength in him. Is Zhao Lei confident in defeating Han Xu?
“If he loses...”
Tang Feng ignored Zhao Lei’s suggestion. If Fang Ping did not fight and MCMAU was caught in a counterattack, the vice-chancellor and the dean would rip him apart.
Chen Yunxi had no intention of challenging Fang Ping anyway. She scanned the others and her gaze stopped at Jin Lei suddenly as she announced, “Instructor, I want to challenge Jin Lei!”
Jin Lei’s expression was that of an extremely unlucky person!
‘Damn you. Why did you pick me!’
‘If you were choosing a husband, choose me and I would be more than willing.’
‘Not right now!’
He looked at Tang Feng helplessly. Tang Feng ignored him and said indifferently, “Jin Lei, fight with Chen Yunxi.”
“Yes!”
Jin Lei had to step forward. His expression looked slightly depressed.
Chen Yunxi looked very apologetic and said timidly, “I’m sorry.”
“It’s alright. Bring it on!”
Jin Lei was still a guy. Even if he was extremely reluctant inside, he figured it was inappropriate to complain at this moment.
He had just finished his sentence when a long leg appeared in front of his eyes, aiming for his private part!
“F*ck!”
...
“Oh, ladies.”
“Terrifying!”
Fu Changding and Fang Ping echoed each other and shuddered. What was wrong with these ladies!
Zhao Lei and the others twitched their mouths as well. MCMAU did not have a graceful style at all!
Hitting the face, hitting the private part, headbutting...
All kinds of patterns!
Chen Yunxi was still a twice-honed Peak Rank-1 martial artist. Jin Lei, who was only an Upper-stage Rank-1, was no match for her.
After blocking countless below-the-belt kicks, Jin Lei had no choice but to scream, “I surrender!”
After he surrendered, huge sweat beads formed on his head. He threw a helpless look at Chen Yunxi.
Chen Yunxi’s facial expression was once again shy and apologetic as she whispered, “Jin Lei, I’m sorry...”
“It’s... it’s okay...”
Jin Lei smiled bitterly. What else could he do?
He was no match for her. If he could not defeat her, then he could only admit defeat because he was also afraid of being reduced to an impotent by her.
Tang Feng watched for a moment before saying, “It will be the five of you then. Fang Ping will take the rear while Zhao Lei will be the starter.”
Fang Ping disagreed and gave a suggestion. “Instructor, I think it will be more suitable for Zhao Lei to suppress with me. Let the others have a chance to practice.
“Zhao Lei is so powerful. If he took on all of them single-handedly, then others won’t have a chance anymore, right?
“How about Li Zhaoxu be the starter, Xu Yikai second, Chen Yunxi third, and Zhao Lei fourth...”
Zhao Lei looked like a demon crawling out from hell. How many CCMAU people would be left?
If he was placed fourth, would there even be an opportunity for him to go in the arena?
Unexpectedly, Tang Feng did not retort. He considered for a moment and agreed. “That will do. We should not underestimate CCMAU. Han Xu still has plenty of fight in him. The rest... it is hard to say whether they will enter the arena or not. That includes Li Ran and Zhang Zhenguang who were critically injured today.”
“Can they still fight?”
Fu Changding was deeply moved. “Are they indestructible?”
“CCMAU is more than willing to pay the price. It is hard to say that they will not.”
Tang Feng’s face turned serious as he said, “Two twice-honed Peak Rank-1 and one thrice-honed Peak Rank-1. All of them are equipped with a complete set of combat strength. With a lineup like this, if we... still lose...”
Tang Feng was just about to continue when Zhao Lei said in a growl, “Instructor, I will not let CCMAU reach the fifth stage!”
Fang Ping remained silent. If his words were true then that would be great. If CCMAU fought to the point that Fang Ping had to step in, then it would be a complete embarrassment for Zhao Lei.
...
January 15th.
The final match of the championship.
MCMAU gym.
“In the blink of an eye, it has come to the last day of the championship. MCMAU will fight with CCMAU once more.”
The opening of the final match was kicked off with Liu Huarong’s touching speech.
“In these few days, I have been deeply moved in many ways. Even now, some people are still engraved in my mind.
“Eight School Alliance. Wang Yuelong who teared up after collapsing on the ground in their final match.
“Martial Arts University Alliance, Sun Mingyu who fought with his one hand.
“Fighting three matches before succumbing. Chen Jiasheng knelt and cried in their final match yesterday...
“Honestly, these young martial artists have ignited the passion in my heart.
“How many years has it been. These few days, I have been hoping to fight in the arena myself for just one match. Fight like crazy. Who cares about life or death!
“Indeed, young martial artists need this kind of courage and vigor!”
Chen Xueyan added, “Not only male martial artists, but the female martial artists had also performed exceptionally well!
“Zhao Xuemei won even though she was weaker. Fighting until the end.
“Yang Xiaoman sacrificed herself to take out Han Xu, injuring herself to injure him.
“Li Ran fought with injuries. When her wounds opened up, she continued fighting until the end, refusing to give up even when death threatened...
“It is because of these martial artists that we are here today, that we have this day...”
After both of them made the opening remarks, Liu Huarong got straight to the point. “Today, CCMAU fights MCMAU for the second time!
“Will CCMAU make a comeback and turn the tables. Or perhaps, will MCMAU defeat CCMAU and win for the second time?”
“Will MCMAU rise to the top or will CCMAU make a comeback?”
“Let’s look at the lineup for both teams.”
“MCMAU: Li Zhaoxu, Xu Yikai, Chen Yunxi, Zhao Lei, Fang Ping.
“CCMAU: Fang Wenxiang, Zhang Zhenguang, Han Xu, Zhang Yichuan, Yang Shuai.”
Seeing this lineup, Liu Huarong was slightly surprised. “From what I can see, MCMAU is going steady while training their members in the process. Fang Ping suppresses, ensuring stability.
“On the other hand, what is the situation with CCMAU?
“Can Fang Wenxiang and Zhang Zhenguang still fight?
“Placing Han Xu in the middle. What does this mean?
“Five people from CCMAU all carry injuries. Zhang Yichuan and Yang Shuai have been injured badly yesterday. I don’t think I can read CCMAU’s lineup.”
...
Meanwhile.
Fang Ping frowned slightly. “Fang Wenxiang and Zhang Zhenguang are fighting... both of them are injured quite badly.
“Regarding the two of them at the back, I have a feeling that they are dragged out to fill the numbers.”
At this moment, Tang Feng was on the second floor while Bai Ruoxi stayed on the first floor. Bai Ruoxi furrowed her brows slightly and said, “CCMAU may be plotting something. The other party may still bear hopes of fighting for the first place.
“Han Xu’s injuries are not too heavy. If CCMAU has truly given up, then Han Xu will be the starter.
“Han Xu would defeat a few of them and boost morale by fighting in the opening match for CCMAU. It will not be so embarrassing even if the ones at the back lose.
“However, Fang Wenxiang is the starter now...”
“Fang Wenxiang’s abilities are not weak but he was injured badly in the previous match. Even so, his grandfather, a Grandmaster, is here as well...”
As Fang Ping spoke, he looked at Li Zhaoxu and said, “This is the last match now. Avoid getting injured and holding up the time. If you can’t defeat the other party then don’t force yourself.”
Li Zhaoxu nodded but did not respond.
“The same with all of you. If you can’t defeat them, then there’s no need to struggle to the death. This is not the time for that.
“If we’re talking about risking lives, our fourth member Zhao Lei can do that...”
Zhao Lei was already tired of responding. ‘What did I do to you this time?’
Even if Fang Ping did not say anything, he would not let CCMAU reach their fifth member. Why was Fang Ping always picking on him!
If Zhao Lei was discontent, so was Fang Ping. ‘Your instructor is the one who is constantly bullying me.’
...
In the arena.
Li Zhaoxu and Fang Wenxiang went into the arena promptly.
Fang Wenxiang was still pale as a ghost. It was obvious that his previous wounds have not healed yet.
When he saw Li Zhaoxu, Fang Wenxiang scanned around and his attention was caught by Fang Ping who was standing at the back.
Fang Ping rubbed his hands as if asking him to compensate him for money. Fang Wenxiang suddenly felt like he had just eaten a pile of dung. He diverted his attention away immediately.
“Start!”
Once the referee had given the cue, like a snake, Li Zhaoxu moved his steps and maneuvered around the arena.
Fang Wenxiang, however, did not move a single hair. He was only facing Li Zhaoxu directly.
The direction where Li Zhaoxu was standing at, Fang Wenxiang would face him straight – not moving forward nor stepping backward.
...
Behind the arena.
Fang Ping observed for a moment and furrowed his eyebrows, saying, “Fang Wenxiang’s injuries have not healed yet. Even though he has combat strength, he may only have enough strength for one or two punches.
“Right now he is not avoiding or escaping. He may be waiting for Li Zhaoxu to get closer and lay a punch to win the match.”
As he said those words, Fang Ping looked at Xu Yikai and explained, “Li Zhaoxu may not be his match. When you are in the arena later, try not to think only about depleting his Vitality. Focus on avoiding. Catch him off guard and lay a few punches on his chest. From what I can see, the injuries on his viscera have not recovered yet. His movements are probably limited.
“Laying a few punches should be more than enough to defeat him. Of course, don’t get hit yourself. His punches are not that pleasant to receive.”
“Got it,” Xu Yikai answered.
At this moment, changes were taking place in the arena.
Li Zhaoxu had circled many rounds, yet Fang Wenxiang still did not move an inch. This made Li Zhaoxu slightly desperate.
This was also his first time fighting in the arena in this championship. Under the eyes of the spectators, he was facing a critically injured person but he did not dare to get closer. This was not a good sign.
Due to his desperation, Li Zhaoxu could no longer stand it.
Immediately after, energy was channeled into Li Zhaoxu’s feet. He stepped heavily on the ground, and his shadow jumped forward to attack in the speed of light!
Fang Wenxiang’s arm that was unmoving all the time suddenly swelled up at this moment. Li Zhaoxu was only halfway there when Fang Wenxiang threw a heavy punch!
From this punch, everyone could feel a brilliant red flashing light coming from his fist. His Vitality was surging out!
Li Zhaoxu could feel the pressure too. He retreated immediately.
Fang Wenxiang who was rooted to the ground previously took a step and jumped into the air. His fist was aiming for Li Zhaoxu’s head!
As Li Zhaoxu sensed danger approaching, he also noticed something. By making this move, crimson red liquid was trickling out of the corners of Fang Wenxiang’s mouth. Clearly, his internal injuries had not healed. Now that he had used a lot of Vitality, his injuries had gotten worse!
Seeing this, Li Zhaoxu suddenly stopped retreating. He roared madly, stomped his left leg, and swept his right leg high up in the air toward Fang Wenxiang.
Fight toughness with toughness. Even if he was injured, Fang Wenxiang would bear a greater impact which would make his injuries worse!
Bang!
Fist and leg collided. The bones on Li Zhaoxu’s leg made a clicking sound. Fang Wenxiang was no better: the crimson red liquid on the corners of his mouth grew even more obvious.
Li Zhaoxu was sent into the air, but he shifted midair and landed on one foot. Once he was on the ground, Li Zhaoxu darted toward Fang Wenxiang once again. He had made up his mind to exchange injury for injury!
Fang Wenxiang frowned slightly. He had no choice but to wave his fist heavily once again. His fist landed on Li Zhaoxu’s arm, while Li Zhaoxu’s other hand landed heavily on his chest!
Pu!
Fang Wenxiang spat out blood from his mouth and kicked violently at Li Zhaoxu. Li Zhaoxu had injured the bones on his leg, hence his reaction was not quick enough. He was kicked on the knee...
Li Zhaoxu was half-kneeling on the ground but had not surrendered yet. He seized the opportunity and punched at Fang Wenxiang’s private part...
...
“The MCMAU members...”
Liu Huarong did not know how he should judge the competition anymore. These guys from MCMAU were quite experienced at attacking the crotch area!
However, Fang Wenxiang was still a powerhouse amongst Peak Rank-1. Even if he was hurt, Li Zhaoxu could not defeat him. Very soon, after blocking a few moves, he managed to land a kick which knocked Li Zhaoxu out of the arena.
Fang Wenxiang won. It came as no surprise to everyone. A twice-honed Peak Rank-1 and a once-honed Upper-stage Rank-1 had a huge gap between them.
It was not an easy feat for Li Zhaoxu to injure Fang Wenxiang once again to the point that he even spat blood.
First round. CCMAU won.
The atmosphere at CCMAU was no better than MCMAU. It was rather depressing. Fang Wenxiang fought with injuries. He had struggled seriously fighting only an Upper-stage Rank-1. The helplessness amongst the people of CCMAU was clear.
If Fang Wenxiang was not injured, he could have handled Li Zhaoxu in three moves. Things would never turn out this way!