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"Thud, thud, thud."
Lu Chen and Huang Jiao exchanged a punch, immediately being forced back three steps by the overwhelming True Qi, their feet leaving a series of deep footprints in the dirt before they finally steadied themselves.
When Lu Chen had secretly learned Huang Jiao's skills on the back mountain of Han Wangfu, Huang Jiao was already a Qi Master of the Unity of Man. Now that his cultivation had advanced further, his Qigong power was naturally even more pure and domineering.
This person, with the surname Huang, had a certain connection to the Yellow Brow Ancestor. Killing served as a bridge between Han Wangfu and Star Gate, and this Huang Jiao was likely brought out by Killing from Star Gate specifically to assist Han Wangfu as a professional enforcer.
Looking over at Huang Jiao, he too was pushed back by the tremendous rebound force after exchanging a blow with Lu Chen.
Once he steadied himself, his expression changed in shock, revealing an incredulous look. Lu Chen's strength completely exceeded his expectations; who would have thought that the former servant at Han Wangfu would grow to such an extent?
Huang Jiao was astonished but felt even more anger. In his view, his authority had been completely provoked and trampled upon by Lu Chen, a former servant. He could not tolerate this; how could he, the Second Leader of the Han Prince's Guard, who commanded respect across seven states, endure such humiliation?
"Huang, let's call it quits. You give me an inch, and I'll return you a mile. We have no grievances or grudges; there's really no need for us to fight here. What do you think?"
Seeing Huang Jiao's furious expression, Lu Chen immediately tried to dissuade him. After all, it was better to avoid trouble if possible; enemies should be resolved rather than created.
Moreover, he felt a bit apprehensive since Chu Yuzhu was practicing Qigong nearby, which meant Killing should also be close. While he wasn't afraid of Huang Jiao, Killing posed a different challenge.
"You’re looking for death," Huang Jiao roared and immediately stepped onto Seven Stars, lunging forward while throwing iron fists—brutal and fierce—each punch aimed directly at Lu Chen's vital points.
As Lu Chen retreated and dodged, he realized that Huang Jiao was fighting for his life; he had been pushed into a corner.
"Huang, why must you do this? Back on Killing Green Mountain, you all wanted me dead. Although I survived in the end, you still owe me a life. I haven't caused you any trouble; yet here you are being unreasonable. If that's the case, don't blame me for being rude."
Lu Chen's Flesh trembled as he executed Fairy Leap, jumping high into the air and landing behind Huang Jiao. He then said, "Huang Jiao, have you really not progressed at all? Today I will show you what the true Crazy Serpent Seven Star Classic looks like."
Lu Chen stepped onto the Seven Stars, advancing with a serpentine movement, and suddenly appeared in front of Huang Jiao, raising his hand to deliver a powerful punch.
Huang Jiao swiftly dodged to the side and countered with a punch of his own. Lu Chen quickly leaned away, narrowly avoiding the attack.
In an instant, both of them leaped into the air, unleashing a flurry of iron fists wrapped in electric serpents.
This move was known as Dragon and Serpent Rising from the Crazy Serpent Seven Star Classic, specifically the Cup Bow Phantom.
Both Lu Chen and Huang Jiao practiced the Crazy Serpent Seven Star Classic, so their fighting techniques were quite similar, with little distinction between them.
As they exchanged various elegant yet fierce moves in mid-air, thin electric serpents danced around them, and two large electric spheres formed simultaneously in the sky.
However, the electric sphere created by Huang Jiao was noticeably smaller than Lu Chen's; it measured about six steps in diameter, while Lu Chen's reached eight steps, completely overshadowing Huang Jiao's.
Amidst the chaos, Huang Jiao's expression changed as he realized that Lu Chen's Qigong mastery was clearly superior to his own. It seemed that Lu Chen's Qigong cultivation was also a notch higher than Huang Jiao's, which left him slightly stunned.
Nevertheless, with no turning back now, Huang Jiao had to push forward. Gritting his teeth, he propelled the large electric sphere toward Lu Chen.
In an instant, the two electric spheres collided in mid-air, unleashing violent electric serpents that illuminated the entire forest.
Lu Chen had undergone significant changes; he had obtained the Essence Sphere left behind by Ye Nanzhai's Corpse Transformation. His Qigong cultivation had reached the Peak of Unity stage, just one step away from entering the Divine Power Body, allowing him to train his bones to be as strong as steel.
Huang Jiao's Qigong cultivation was also around the Peak of Unity level, making them evenly matched.
As they clashed in mid-air, Lu Chen activated his Supreme Garment and utilized the remaining Essence Sphere, continuously replenishing his strength. In contrast, Huang Jiao was not so fortunate.
Not long after, Huang Jiao showed signs of exhaustion and weakness.
Lu Chen coldly smiled, pushing the large electric ball back, directly forcing Huang Jiao to the other side of the forest. In the end, the latter's Qigong burst apart, and he fell to the ground, rolling a few times.
Lu Chen landed steadily on the ground, glaring at Huang Jiao, and said, "Leader Huang, I've given you enough face. It's just that you are too unappreciative and overbearing. If I don't teach you a lesson today, I won't be called Lu Chen."
With that, Lu Chen stepped forward towards Huang Jiao.
"Lu Chen, what are you going to do?" Chu Yuzhu hurried over and shouted from the side, trying to stop Lu Chen.
Huang Jiao rolled on the ground a few times before quickly getting up. Seeing Lu Chen approaching him, he thought that Lu Chen must be planning something against him. He immediately shouted and swung his iron fist to charge at Lu Chen.
But how could he be a match for Lu Chen? Lu Chen snorted coldly, swinging his hands; in an instant, a beastly roar erupted. With one punch, he sent Huang Jiao flying backward into a large tree.
With his current skills, he wouldn't hesitate to confront a master of the Divine Power Body. For example, he would dare to fight against the Great Strength Monk, let alone someone like Huang Jiao who hadn't even entered the Divine Power Body yet.
At this moment, Chu Yuzhu stood by and could see that with her abilities, she naturally couldn't stop Lu Chen. After thinking for a moment, she began to reconsider her approach.
Lu Chen had already become a formidable expert on his own. Rather than making an enemy of him, it would be better to recruit him under her banner to serve her. After all, Korea had already advanced into Central Plains and would need manpower.
Thinking of this, Chu Yuzhu changed her attitude and said, "Lu Chen, let's discuss this properly."
Upon hearing this, Lu Chen abruptly stopped and turned around. "What is there for us to discuss, Princess Xiangyi? Although I was once your servant, that is no longer the case. I am now a person of status and freedom; you have no authority over me."
Chu Yuzhu's eyebrows twitched. If it were usual circumstances, she would have been furious and would have beaten Lu Chen half to death just to vent her anger. But now the situation was different; Lu Chen had long since shed his identity as a servant, and she couldn't control him at all. Moreover, the initiative was now in Lu Chen's hands.
"Lu Chen, I know I was wrong before and misjudged things. Those were all my mistakes. Can't I admit that I was wrong?" Chu Yuzhu's tone had changed dramatically, as if she were a different person.
Lu Chen silently scoffed to himself; Princess Xiangyi would eventually face this. Such people only shed tears when they see the coffin.
He listened as Chu Yuzhu continued, "Lu Chen, how about this? You come back to Korean House, and I'll have my father grant you a higher position. The head of Korean House? No, I'll make you a general, the commander of the three armies. What do you think?"
Lu Chen coldly smiled, licking his lips as he replied, "Princess Xiangyi, you think too highly of me, Lu Chen. Am I the kind of person who bows and scrapes, letting others call the shots? If you had been sincere with me back then and hadn’t tried to kill me at Killing Green Mountain, things wouldn’t have developed to this point."
Each word from Lu Chen hit Chu Yuzhu hard, causing her chest to rise and fall as her thoughts became chaotic. She had never anticipated Lu Chen would say such things; his growth and transformation shocked her.
Chu Yuzhu furrowed her brows tightly, pursing her lips as she forced down her anger. "Lu Chen, since those things are in the past, let them stay there. Let's start anew. As long as you are willing to return to Han Wangfu and pledge loyalty to my father, once we unify the Central Plains, wealth and nobility will be within reach. What do you think?"
"I spit."
Lu Chen spat disdainfully and said, "What wealth and nobility? Someone has already offered me an olive branch before; I, Lu Chen, wouldn't even look at it. Don’t think that it’s just your Chu Family’s doing; who knows who will end up on top!"
Lu Chen looked down on the conditions offered by Chu Yuzhu. He hadn’t even agreed to someone as respectful and sincere as Crimson Lotus Princess Huangfu Xun; how could he possibly agree to someone as tricky and domineering as Chu Yuzhu?
His alliance with Sun Zizhao had reached a point of unwavering loyalty; how could it be easily shaken by mere words from others?
In addition to his alliance with Sun Zizhao, Lu Chen also bore the important mission entrusted by Li Shian: the Fall of Zhou and Rise of Han—supporting the Han People’s emperor. This original intention would never change for Lu Chen.
Now that Chu Yuzhu and Huang Jiao's lives were entirely in his hands, he had previously feared Killing but was no longer afraid at all. Lu Chen was certain that Killing was not here because he had gone to deal with Yellow Brow Ancestor's affairs.
"Lu Chen, what do you want now?"
Chu Yuzhu looked at Lu Chen and asked directly, "What's going on? Hehehe."
Lu Chen rubbed his hands together, a wicked smile on his face, his eyes fixed on Chu Yuzhu's delicate figure. "Now that things are in my hands, I can do whatever I want, right?"
"You?"
Chu Yuzhu screamed and began to back away.
"You bastard, don't hurt Princess. If there's anything, come at me."
Suddenly, Huang Jiao stumbled over from the side and shouted loudly, "You dog servant, get lost! You don't even have the right to talk to me. What are you?"
Lu Chen turned and roared at Huang Jiao, instantly intimidating him into silence, leaving him standing still in fear.
Lu Chen placed his hand on Chu Yuzhu's shoulder, licked his lips, and grinned menacingly. "This is the last time I'm calling you Princess Xiangyi, Princess."
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