Chapter 809: Chapter 814: Qingyang Society (1)
However, to Ling Chen’s surprise, that person didn’t look at him upon approaching but rather at Qin Genglong beside him. The middle-aged man glanced twice and spoke arrogantly, "You’re the Qin Genglong who excels in Cross Training, right? I’ve heard your strength is formidable, and your muscles have reached a level where they are impervious to blades and bullets."
Saying this, the middle-aged man clasped his fists in a formal gesture and said earnestly, "My name is Luo Haicheng, I belong to no sect or school, and I practice family-inherited martial arts. I ask for your guidance." As he finished speaking, Luo Haicheng took a few steps back and made a single-handed gesture of invitation, beckoning Qin Genglong to step forward.
"I’m not afraid of you." Qin Genglong snorted and quickly stood up, stepping forward to accept the challenge.
"Old Qin, don’t go." Before Qin Genglong could approach Luo Haicheng, Ling Chen’s hand had already landed on his shoulder, stopping his movement.
"Your injuries haven’t healed, so take a good rest. I’ll handle this person."
After finishing speaking, Ling Chen took a few steps forward, bypassing Qin Genglong, and stood in front of Luo Haicheng, gazing directly at him. Ling Chen slightly raised the corners of his mouth with a faint smile and said, "Mr. Luo, right? Since Mr. Luo wants to experience my skills, I’ll play with you."
"Just you?" Luo Haicheng looked at Ling Chen with disdain and said contemptuously, "Do you qualify?"
Ling Chen raised a hand, his smile unchanged, and said, "Qualified or not, I don’t know. Why not give it a try, Mr. Luo?"
"Mr. Luo, stop wasting words with him, just take him down, just leave him alive for us," Huang Bai said coldly from behind.
"Alright then, since you’re seeking death, I’ll fulfill your wish." Pausing for a moment, Luo Haicheng continued, "I’m older than you, so I’ll let you strike first, lest you accuse me of bullying."
Upon hearing this, Ling Chen smiled and nodded, "Okay, since Mr. Luo is so courteous, I won’t stand on ceremony." As soon as his words fell, Ling Chen didn’t hesitate; he gently tapped the ground with his toe. Instantly, his body shot out like a cannonball, directly rushing toward Luo Haicheng.
Facing Ling Chen’s rapid approach, Luo Haicheng was momentarily dazed, not expecting Ling Chen’s speed, leaving him no time to prepare.
Thankfully, Luo Haicheng’s own skills were not weak. After a momentary daze, he quickly reacted, pushing his hands forward.
The fists and palms met, and due to the hasty defense, Luo Haicheng’s preparation was inadequate. The explosive force of the punch erupted, and Luo Haicheng’s body immediately lost balance, retreating with staggered steps.
Only after retreating three or four steps did Luo Haicheng manage to stop, looking at Ling Chen with disbelief.
Ling Chen smiled slightly, beckoning with his finger, "Mr. Luo, what are you daydreaming about?"
The moment he spoke, Luo Haicheng immediately snapped back to his senses, all contempt in his eyes vanished, his expression gradually turning serious. He nodded solemnly and said, "Well done, I underestimated you. Considering your strength alone, you’re worthy to be my opponent. Come on, I will take this seriously."
Feeling Luo Haicheng’s sharp gaze, Ling Chen’s smile instantly faded, his waist slightly twisting, right shoulder facing forward.
Suddenly, dust rose from beneath Luo Haicheng’s feet. Then, Luo Haicheng’s body shot forward like an arrow, rapidly closing the distance. In the blink of an eye, the five-meter distance shrunk to one meter.
Seeing those fleshy palms approaching, Ling Chen felt a gust of wind blow across his face, slightly swaying his hair at the forehead.
As the palm wind approached, Ling Chen didn’t opt for a counterattack, instead waiting for Luo Haicheng’s palms to reach in front. Once they were within ten centimeters, Ling Chen’s right shoulder gently nudged upwards, impacting Luo Haicheng’s wrist, instantly deflecting the incoming arm.
The palm wind skewed, passing over Ling Chen’s head, missing the target.
After the failed strike, Luo Haicheng didn’t hesitate, immediately withdrawing without giving Ling Chen a chance to counterattack. As he retreated to a safe distance, Luo Haicheng didn’t continue his offensive but circled around Ling Chen, seeking an opportunity to strike.
Seeing this, Ling Chen stood still, eyes firmly fixed on Luo Haicheng, gradually moving with his steps.
When Luo Haicheng circled to Ling Chen’s back, his formerly lateral movement suddenly tilted forward, sending his palm wind swiftly through the air.
However, Ling Chen’s body maintained a state of high vigilance. As he sensed the encroaching danger, his body immediately reacted. Instantly, Ling Chen’s feet twisted on the ground, his waist coordinating with his steps toggled left and right, his body seemingly transformed into a residual shadow, elusive to the naked eye.
Nine Yang Qiankun Step!
This was the apex movement technique Su He had initially taught to Ling Chen.
Nine Yang Qiankun Step, treading on the universe, stepping in the starry river. The body like a breeze, traceless and shadowless.
Luo Haicheng, preparing to attack, merely saw an illusion of the figure before him, Ling Chen’s body suddenly disappearing.
"Where is he?" Luo Haicheng couldn’t help but be startled, eyes widened, quickly scanning around him, searching for Ling Chen’s whereabouts.
"Are you looking for me?" At that moment, Ling Chen’s voice came from behind Luo Haicheng.
As the voice resounded, without thinking, Luo Haicheng immediately executed a spin kick towards his rear. But as he turned around, he found nothing there. Meanwhile, a hand extended over, gently patting Luo Haicheng’s shoulder.
"Mr. Luo, I’m over here."
Hearing this, Luo Haicheng’s pupils contracted, quickly turning his head. Sure enough, he saw Ling Chen standing behind him with a smiling face. Before Luo Haicheng could react, a steel fist suddenly swung over, striking his shoulder with force. The immense power surged, instantly forcing him to retreat several steps.
"Mr. Luo, do you want to continue?" Ling Chen looked directly into Luo Haicheng’s eyes, smiling.
Luo Haicheng opened his mouth, his expression fluctuating. After hesitating for a while, he withdrew his fleshy palms and sighed, dejected, "I lost."
In this prolonged exchange, he had been on the offensive throughout yet hadn’t even touched the hem of Ling Chen’s clothes. Moreover, having witnessed Ling Chen’s elusive movement technique, continuing to fight would be a waste of time better to concede outright.
"Ling Chen, I’ve practiced martial arts for many years and encountered numerous masters, but I must say, achieving such heights at your age is rare indeed. I lost today’s duel, rest assured, I won’t trouble you. Though my skills are lacking, I still adhere to Martial Arts Ethics." After speaking, Luo Haicheng turned to look at Huang Bai and Luo Yuan, and coldly said, "I don’t care what grudges lie between you, from now on, no one is allowed to trouble Ling Chen. Otherwise, Qingyang Society will not let you off. Do you hear me?"