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With a loud crash, Fang Lin Kong was embedded into a wall. The reinforced concrete structure, perhaps originally part of a shoddy construction project, was smashed open by his flesh and blood, creating a gaping human-shaped hole.
Fire Quirk, who had leaped ahead, quickly followed through the breach and grabbed the still-dizzy Fang Lin Kong, shouting, "Hurry up! What are you waiting for?"
It took Fang Lin Kong a moment to regain his senses as he was pulled along. Turning his head, he saw Fire Quirk dragging him away at full speed, while about seventy or eighty meters away, Electric Ghost was engaged in battle with an enormous monster. Clearly, they could no longer afford to pay attention to him.
Half of the monster's body was still buried underground, but the part that emerged towered three stories high. Its body resembled that of a giant worm, covered in thick flesh and bristling with sharp hairs.
"What on earth are these things? Why am I experiencing this? This must be a dream; it has to be a dream! I actually broke through a fifty-centimeter wall and I'm still alive..." Fang Lin Kong muttered to himself, marveling at the fact that he hadn't completely lost his mind yet—it felt like a miracle.
"Oh! Do you want to know why we came to rescue you?"
"Yes!"
If Electric Ghost were by Fang Lin Kong's side now, he would have knocked this kid out with one strike before discussing anything else. But at this moment, it was the more agreeable Fire Quirk who was with him. After thinking for a while, Fire Quirk finally grinned and said, "If we hadn't come, you wouldn't have faced these dangers for now. But someone very arrogant believes that if you don't go through these experiences, your future growth will be greatly hindered. So they sent us to protect you while sending another group to hunt you down."
"Uh-huh! Although that's somewhat inaccurate, given your current level of understanding, that's about the best you can comprehend."
"What kind of absurdity is this? To ensure my growth, they send people to hunt me down."
"Exactly. It's like saying that without experiencing romance, how can one understand desire? The principle is the same."
Fang Lin Kong believed he had completely lost his mind or perhaps had watched too many American blockbusters; now he felt trapped in a particularly bizarre nightmare.
"Really!? Who would care about my growth? My parents just want me to be an ordinary person. I don't know any perverts like that in this world."
Fire Quirk pulled Fang Lin Kong along as they sprinted forward. Fully awake now, Fang Lin Kong realized that his speed was actually... faster than those black-clad men chasing the cars earlier. They were running on a highway, and cars were being overtaken one after another. Fang Lin Kong felt the astonishing frequency of movement in his legs.
"Don't worry, with the Gouli in hand, your potential is slowly being unlocked. This is exactly what that person wanted."
" Gouli?"
"The book in your hands!"
At that moment, Fang Lin Kong felt a warm sensation enveloping him. The ancient book was sending waves of heat into his body, granting him endless strength. If it weren't for being dragged along by Fire Quirk and consuming a massive amount of energy, this power would have already filled him to the brim. Even while running for his life, he felt the replenishment of heat was faster than his energy expenditure.
"What on earth is this thing? Why was it sent to me? And how did you three end up trapped inside the book?"
"Don't ask questions; we need to hurry. If we slow down even a bit, it won't just be you in trouble; we'll all be in deep trouble."
At this point, even Fire Quirk, who seemed to have a good temper, gritted his teeth in frustration, looking ferocious as if ready to devour someone. "Damn it! If we could fight back, we would have done so already instead of suffering through this ordeal. You can ask that Idiot later why he stuffed us into that damn book."
"Isn't there no one chasing us right now? Why are we still running?"
"Because—enemies will appear soon who can fly. Kazama is no match for that person, and we can't interfere with their pursuit of you. You need to reach the airport; the flight landing at six-thirty will have a savior who can help you escape."
"Aren't they the ones trying to hunt me down? If you all talk it out, wouldn't it be great if they could just stop?"
Fang Lin Kong was making one last effort when Fire Quirk shattered his dreams with a single sentence.
"The item in your hand is the number one treasure in the dark world, stolen and framed onto you. These people are just bounty hunters; there's no way to communicate with them."
"What the hell! Is there no justice in this world?"
"Explode!"
Fire Quirk shouted sharply.
A creature resembling a giant centipede burst forth from the ground, but before it could unleash its power, Fire Quirk unleashed a ball of flames that split it in two. As if responding to this, countless strange monsters suddenly emerged from the previously calm highway. Fire Quirk's speed couldn't match Kazama's, nor did it have the electrifying presence of Electric Ghost, but the flames he casually released carried a strong explosive force, making his escape seem imposing and dignified. Fang Lin Kong watched with envy.
However, at the moment of crisis, he knew that hiding behind Fire Quirk was a better chance of survival than trying to play the hero himself.
Suddenly, amidst the chaos of dodging the monsters, Fang Lin Kong remembered something and asked, "Since time is tight, why waste so much time in the clothing store? Wouldn't it be better to run earlier?"
"This? Well..."
Fire Quirk leaped with effort and casually replied, "Only after we sent out a signal did they realize that the Gouli was in your hands. The pursuit would only begin then. So wasting a bit of time doesn't matter!"
"What?"
Fang Lin Kong completely lost it. Confronted by a giant wasp descending from the sky, he threw a punch without thinking.
A surge of heat rose from his dantian, igniting countless meridians throughout his body, which instantly converged into a powerful force. The wasp had not even approached when Fang Lin Kong's punch unleashed a shockwave that crushed it into a pulp, showering the area with a heavy rain of blood.
"When did I become this strong?" After landing the blow, Fang Lin Kong was momentarily stunned.
Fire Quirk swirled around him in dozens of fiery orbs, obliterating any nearby monsters in an instant. It quickly grabbed the still-dazed Fang Lin Kong and sprinted away.
"These monsters are either illusions created by someone using a spell or ordinary beings that have been transformed into giants. They pose no real threat; they are merely distractions. The ones hunting us may not have received accurate information yet. They should be rushing here now. We can't waste time on these things."
"Who is that person who will become my savior? Why would they definitely save me?"
After breaking free from one layer of encirclement, Fang Lin Kong seized the moment to ask another question.
Fire Quirk answered simply, "Unfortunately, all I know is that the human's name is Li Bing, the most powerful monster in this city. I don't know anything else."
"This is bad; Crimson Peak King has already discovered us. This is terrible! I'm going to be done for. Even Bear King is here."
Every word from Fire Quirk made Fang Lin Kong's heart race. By the end, he felt as if his heart might shatter. He had no time to ask further questions.
"Li Bing! The most powerful monster in this city? Dark forces?" Fang Lin Kong's mind was flooded with chaotic information, feeling it was more unbelievable than a live concert featuring Britney Spears.
They hadn't run far when Fang Lin Kong spotted an ordinary-looking middle-aged man standing on the highway, clearly intending to block their path. This seemingly average man wore a trench coat and cowboy pants, indistinguishable from an ordinary human—except for the ominous aura surrounding him.
Even a novice like Fang Lin Kong could sense a strange power emanating from the middle-aged man. Vehicles that had already been thrown into chaos by the monsters were repelled as they approached within ten meters of him; no car could get close. The situation was exceedingly bizarre. Clearly, this unremarkable-looking middle-aged man was no ordinary person.
Compared to the indifferent expression of the middle-aged man, Fire Quirk's face was tense with anxiety. Facing an inexplicable enemy, he was in a state of high alert, every muscle ready to spring into action. The stance that Fire Quirk took reminded Fang Lin Kong of Master Huang Feihong; it seemed that Fire Quirk's skills in Chinese martial arts were indeed extraordinary.
The enigmatic middle-aged man spoke coldly, "I don't recognize who you are! However, you better hand over that thing immediately. Otherwise, you won't escape this calamity today. Even if someone is backing you, they wouldn't dare offend the International Demon Alliance."
Fire Quirk's bright eyes were fixed on every minute movement of the opponent, not daring to divert his attention to respond. He also knew that he couldn't trust a single word from this middle-aged man. As a notorious figure in their field, the man's ruthlessness was well-known.
With a reputation for never leaving survivors, Fire Quirk had no faith that surrendering what was demanded would lead to any different outcome.
At this moment, Fang Lin Kong didn’t dare to interject. In a battle between experts, even the slightest mistake could lead to Fire Quirk being taken down by the enemy. That would be an unjust fate leading him straight to the underworld.
When the middle-aged man received no response from either of them, his impatience grew. He said, "Fine! I was going to give you a way out since we are of the same kind. But now you can’t blame me; you will pay the price."
With that, the middle-aged man stepped forward, closing the distance between himself and Fire Quirk before launching a powerful punch.
Fang Lin Kong hadn’t noticed anything unusual while the man remained still. It was only when he took that step that Fang Lin Kong realized the middle-aged man wasn’t even touching the ground; he was hovering just slightly above it.
Stepping on air—this revelation caused Fang Lin Kong’s confidence to wane significantly. His initial intention to assist Fire Quirk vanished as he hesitated to act.
Fang Lin Kong couldn’t grasp the significance of this difference, but Fire Quirk understood well the implications of not being grounded; it indicated that the middle-aged man's cultivation had reached an extraordinary level.
Fire Quirk dared not take on what seemed like a casual punch from his opponent. He swiftly retreated, gritting his teeth as dozens of fireballs erupted around him, intending to use his retreat as a means to dissipate power and counterattack in an instant.
After a series of explosive sounds filled the air, the middle-aged man was caught off guard and took a hit first. Following a brief but intense exchange, both fighters separated again; Fire Quirk did not dare approach and quickly distanced himself from his opponent.
In this encounter, although there was a slight advantage, the opponent showed no signs of injury and barely had a few more rips in his clothing. The shock within Fire Quirk was beyond words.
A startled exclamation escaped: "Bear King’s Fierce Charge!"
Only then did the middle-aged man reveal a hint of pride, speaking in a deep voice, "I suppose you have some knowledge. I spent six months in seclusion to master the Bear King’s Fierce Charge. Today is just right for me to test my skills against you and see what mysteries your flames hold."
Fire Quirk snorted coldly; his previously calm demeanor now turned serious. He did not recognize Bear King, but he was aware of the level of power Bear King possessed. He estimated he had at most a seventy percent chance of winning, assuming that the hidden Crimson Peak King did not intervene.
As the Bear God’s energy surged, the middle-aged man's true form was about to emerge. He was originally a thousand-year-old bear roaming the Northeast, and after achieving mastery, he called himself Bear King. He was one of the six leaders of the notorious Northeast Chifeng Army. This time, the Chifeng Legion had received a request from the International Yokai Organization to retrieve an important item from these nameless individuals.
Bear King was puzzled; these nameless individuals not only possessed considerable strength but seemed to know every move his brothers made. As soon as they received the information, the Chifeng Legion mobilized, yet they only managed to intercept them now.
Determined to establish his dominance, Bear King pushed the Bear God’s energy to its limits. The dark energy rapidly coiled around him. With a wild burst of power, the surrounding dust was blown away from twenty meters away by his overwhelming true energy.
Fire Quirk realized that Bear King intended to end the battle quickly. Although he believed he had a slight edge in strength, he dared not engage in a direct confrontation. When Bear King’s Bear God energy repelled his flames once more, Fire Quirk used that force to turn and retreat. He shouted loudly, "Kid, you better run! I can’t protect you anymore. Remember, if you reach the airport, you’ll be safe." At this moment, Fang Lin Kong, knowing he could not assist Fire Quirk, hurriedly turned and fled, disappearing into the distant bridge road after a few leaps.
Bear King knew that Crimson Peak King, hidden nearby, would not allow Fang Lin Kong to escape, so he did not pursue him. Instead, he smiled darkly and leisurely walked forward as the momentum of his Bear God energy eased. He was ready for a direct confrontation with Fire Quirk.
Without even glancing at the direction where Fang Lin Kong had fled, Bear King displayed a confident expression and muttered to himself, "If you think your companion can escape while only I from the Chifeng Legion am present, aren’t you underestimating everyone’s intelligence?"
Fire Quirk smiled faintly and replied, "Last time during the IQ test of the International Demon Alliance, you scored eighty-five points, right? That’s still below passing! What qualifications do you have to discuss intelligence?"
Provoked by Fire Quirk's sarcasm, Bear King instantly became furious, his imposing aura diminishing drastically.
Bear King was quite puzzled as to how the other party knew his personal matters so clearly. However, he believed that taking action was more powerful than mere words.
Fang Lin Kong, who had already fled, of course, could not hear Bear King's words. Yet, even without Bear King's reminder, he sensed that something was amiss. Ever since leaving the highway, he felt someone was chasing him. Despite exerting all his strength, he could not shake off his pursuer even a little. This immediately reminded him of what Fire Quirk and Electric Ghost had mentioned earlier about another expert from the Northeast Chifeng Army, Crimson Peak King.
Feeling the Scroll of Gouli in his possession, a torrent of heat surged through him, filling every limb and bone with immense power. Fang Lin Kong leaped gracefully and swiftly. He pushed himself to accelerate, hoping to lose this tail. The thought of turning back to fight never crossed his mind. Bear King was already formidable; judging by Electric Ghost's attitude, Crimson Peak King's abilities were evidently superior to Bear King's.
The human visual system requires an object to remain on the retina for 0.3 seconds before it can react. If an object's speed exceeds this limit, humans will fail to perceive it as it passes by. As Fang Lin Kong sprinted at high speed, passersby could only catch a fleeting glimpse and could not capture his figure at all.
Even so, Fang Lin Kong inexplicably felt a dangerous aura lingering above him, increasing the chill running down his spine. No matter how he turned around or scanned his surroundings, he could see no trace of any enemy.
Just as Fang Lin Kong was feeling anxious and uneasy, a soft yet sharp voice came from not far away. It said, "Little brother's escape skills are indeed impressive, but you won't be able to escape from my grasp, Ding Chifeng. You might as well stay with me!"
Hearing the voice echoing behind him made it impossible for Fang Lin Kong to discern the speaker's location. A wave of coldness surged within him; with Crimson Peak King's calm and peaceful tone ringing in his ears, he wondered where this guy was hiding!
Before Fang Lin Kong could think of anything else, six scorching finger strikes were already pursuing him through the air.
"Above! It's above!" Just as the thought crossed his mind regarding the enemy's position, Fang Lin Kong's body was struck multiple times by Ding Chifeng's six fiery finger strikes—targeting his limbs, back, and dantian. His body suddenly became immobilized; while running wildly, Fang Lin Kong stumbled and fell to the roadside.
With a slight ripple in the air, a phantom figure gradually became solidified about ten meters above ground. The one who had immobilized Fang Lin Kong was Crimson Peak King—tall and handsome. Dressed in a fitted suit that looked no different from an urban white-collar worker's attire, Ding Chifeng smiled slightly after deactivating his invisibility and descended to the ground. He reached out to grab Fang Lin Kong and was about to search him.
"Ah! Strange."
As soon as Ding Chifeng's fingers touched Fang Lin Kong's body, they felt like they had come into contact with a burning hot iron. He quickly withdrew his hand.
With his own name as the banner of the organization, the Crimson Peak King was undoubtedly the boss of the Northeast Region. The higher the level of a monster's life, the easier it was for them to cultivate, and their power increased rapidly. The Crimson Peak King, despite being of the lowest insect class, could lead the monster forces in the Northeast Region, which spoke volumes about his innate talent and abilities.
However, the changes occurring within Fang Lin Kong were indeed unexpected for him. Frowning slightly, the Crimson Peak King slowly gathered energy in his left hand and pressed it against Fang Lin Kong's back, intending to probe what strange anomalies lay within him.
As Ding Chifeng's left palm made contact with Fang Lin Kong's back, he felt a tremendous force surging back at him. He forcibly raised his power until he could barely withstand sixty percent of the energy emanating from Fang Lin Kong. Realizing this, Ding Chifeng couldn't help but feel surprised.
He was the leader of a local monster group and had no authority over international monster organizations. However, for the sake of his group's development and certain disputes over interests, he had cooperated with the International Demon Alliance to capture those who had stolen Gouli Heaven's Tome.
The International Demon Alliance had issued a bounty that reached across the globe, and Ding Chifeng had not anticipated that such an item would appear in his city. Thus, from receiving the news to mobilizing personnel, he was a step behind. But now that he had finally cornered Fang Lin Kong, Ding Chifeng felt a sense of relief. The generous bounty attached to the International Demon Alliance's warrant was enough to excite any monster organization.
Cultivating as a monster was not easy; enhancing combat power was a slow process that often took centuries. Therefore, it had become common practice internationally to inject powerful monster or otherworldly Spirit genes into weaker monsters. This genetic modification rapidly increased their power. The subordinates Ding Chifeng had sent earlier were among those modified monsters. Currently, only the International Demon Alliance possessed this technology for monster modification. Other organizations could only send their members to research facilities within the International Demon Alliance for genetic adjustments. This time, the bounty from the International Demon Alliance included six hundred vials of powerful Gene Serum, which meant that any monster force obtaining them would gain hundreds of capable subordinates, significantly boosting their strength.
Given such a compelling incentive, it was easy to understand why Ding Chifeng was tempted.
After a moment of contemplation, Ding Chifeng abandoned his plan to seal Fang Lin Kong's meridians. With a swift motion, he inserted a red peak needle into Fang Lin Kong's shoulder. The highly anesthetic needle immediately plunged Fang Lin Kong into deep unconsciousness.
Having delayed for so long, Ding Chifeng's subordinates had already arrived on the scene. Under Ding Chifeng's command, they loaded Fang Lin Kong into a car and sped away.
A light rain began to fall from the sky as they exited the airport; there were few people moving about. Li Bing did not wish to take a taxi back to the city immediately. He infused some magic into his umbrella and let it float above him to shield him from the rain while using both hands to carry a large pile of items as he strolled down the rainy street.
If anyone were to investigate Li Bing's identity, they would conclude as follows:
Li Bing, male, twenty-one years old, a first-year student at C University in this city, with an unblemished reputation and no suspicion whatsoever. However, in reality, only a select few "people" knew Li Bing's true identity.
Having just arrived in this city from his "home," Li Bing was clearly not here merely for the purpose of studying. As he stepped into the human city for the first time, he felt a wave of emotions wash over him. The modernization of the city and the rapid advancements in technology all indicated one thing—
"I've been asleep for thousands of years; it seems I've fallen behind!"
Li Bing murmured to himself. Although he had memories of this era in his mind, they were not experiences he had lived through. Instead, they were memories plundered from a human named "Li Bing," just like his current identity.
The airport was located on the outskirts of the city, and walking back to the urban area was clearly an unwise choice. However, Li Bing didn’t mind; as various modes of transportation sped by him, the people inside cast surprised glances in his direction.
Just as he was enjoying a sense of calm and ease, he opened his palm to transform the raindrops that landed on it into a light mist. Suddenly, Li Bing sensed an unexpected presence.
He was taken aback, his mouth agape as he muttered, "The Gouli? How could Gouli Heaven's Tome have appeared! Wasn't the Gouli supposed to be in Yuan Qian Kun's hands? Who could have stolen it from that Old Monkey?"
Li Bing's previously relaxed demeanor shifted sharply as his gaze became piercing. After contemplating for a brief moment, he decisively used a transportation spell to rid himself of unnecessary burdens, discarding his umbrella.
The rain continued to pour heavily, but under the protection of Li Bing's profound true energy, not a single drop touched him. With each powerful step taken by Demon Boy, a figure suddenly vanished into thin air.
Once one reached a certain level of cultivation, an energy field would form around them, shielding them from external detection. Generally speaking, the deeper one's cultivation, the better the shielding effect. To ordinary humans, this ability was known as the Invisibility Technique.
This spell not only evaded human senses but could also bypass electronic devices. Whether human, monster, or Divine Demon, the Invisibility Technique was one of their common means to avoid detection by ordinary people.
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