Chapter 0007: Competition

Ah!

Elder Feng felt a surge of joy in his heart, secretly thinking, "Unaware of their own mortality!"

Elder Feng's eyes flashed with a murderous intent, and without any warning, he leaped forward, raising his hand to deliver a punch. The punch was thrown silently, not even causing the flowers and grass to tremble, let alone creating a thunderous impact. However, the speed of the punch was extremely fast, leaving Xu Yi almost no time to evade, and this silent punch was already at his face.

Hello

With a loud bang, it seemed as though the earth shook slightly

A thunderous howl resounds through the valley

In the world, there are many practitioners of martial arts, as numerous as the fish crossing the river, yet those who can truly enter the hall and master the art are one in a hundred.

At this point, Elder Feng's gloomy face suddenly broke into a smile as he fixed his gaze on Xu Yi, saying, "Perhaps my previous contributions were insufficient, but if I can successfully capture and kill you this time, it will be a tremendous achievement. After all, you have crippled the most beloved nephew of the Martial Sovereign by severing one of his arms."

The pinnacle of body forging is a crucial level. Only by surpassing this level can one be considered to have initially entered the profound realm of martial arts.

Suddenly, Xu Yi caught the long sword, and Elder Feng nearly raised his eyebrows in surprise. With a stomp of his foot, the mountain path beneath him abruptly collapsed. Like a whirlwind, Xu Yi thrust the broken sword into Young Master Zhou's shoulder in an instant. Elder Feng had already arrived, one hand resting on Young Master Zhou's shoulder, while the other hand was shaped like a blade, fiercely slashing towards Xu Yi.

The pinnacle of body refinement! You are actually the pinnacle of body refinement! I remember seeing you two years ago; you were frail and weak, completely untrained in martial arts. In recent years, upon hearing that you began practicing martial arts, we all laughed at you for having only superficial skills, merely a show without substance. Moreover, since you started training late, it was believed that you would achieve little, and no one took you seriously. Unexpectedly, in just two short years, you have progressed from a blank slate to the pinnacle of body refinement; even the core disciples of prestigious families cannot compare! Truly terrifying and awe-inspiring!

As the fists collided, it was as if a thunderclap had erupted throughout the venue. Xu Yi's feet sank half an inch into the ground, not retreating an inch. Elder Feng stood firmly in place, effortlessly absorbing the full force of Xu Yi's punch, as if it were a light weight. This exchange clearly indicated that Elder Feng held the upper hand.

And the young man, not yet twenty years old, raised in the wilderness, is indeed exceptionally gifted; without a tremendous opportunity, it would be nearly impossible to attain such a fate

Xu Yi coldly mocked.

Xu Yizhong was caught off guard, like a kite with a broken string flying back three zhang, crashing into several silver firs the thickness of a bowl, and falling to the ground, motionless

One may pursue the ultimate mastery of martial arts, or alternatively, become a wealthy gentleman or a guest of nobility, thus never again suffering the hardships of making a living. This can be considered a step towards wealth and honor

Boom

Elder Feng said angrily, "What do you understand? In today's world, it is true that martial arts are flourishing, but precisely because of this prolonged prosperity, the major sects and families have established their dominance. The top-tier cultivation techniques and nourishing medicinal materials required for practice are almost monopolized by these few factions. Without money and medicine, relying solely on sheer bravery, what martial arts can one truly cultivate? You have excellent fortune, managing to reach the peak of body refinement in just two years, but do not be too self-satisfied. Without opportunities, your life will inevitably be like mine, forever remaining at this level. This is the sorrow of us ordinary martial artists!" You have excellent fortune, managing to reach the peak of body refinement in just two years, but do not be too self-satisfied. Without opportunities, your life will inevitably be like mine, forever remaining at this level. This is the sorrow of us ordinary martial artists!

I was just saying, how could you so easily let me sever one of Anu's arms? It turns out Elder Feng was dissatisfied with the merits.

As the two fists collided, Xu Yi struck Elder Feng on the left shoulder, while Elder Feng hit Xu Yi in the abdomen.

Could it be that you have encountered a tremendous opportunity

The sharp wind unexpectedly severed the disheveled hair near Young Master Zhou's ear

Xu Yi's abdomen contracted violently, expelling a stream of white air, while the fist that had been clenched tightly in his lower abdomen seemed to be launched like a cannonball.

Young Master Zhou was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, and throughout his life, he has not encountered any major hardships. In his martial arts cultivation, he relies on medicinal materials and techniques to break through various barriers, taking the fast track, unlike Xu Yi, who endures the arduous process of tempering his body and bones, suffering greatly.

Young Master Zhou is at the late stage of body refinement, with strong bones and resilient skin. Xu Yi is actually able to tear apart with his bare hands, which is clearly a level only achievable at the peak of body refinement

As he spoke, Elder Feng's eyes shone brightly, "Capture you and force out this set of skills, I have hope of entering the Qi Sea realm!"

The young man seeks death

Xu Yi sneered coldly

Where can one endure such pain, to the point of fainting from it

Xu Yidao said, "Opportunities, opportunities, you have submitted yourself to the Zhou family as a servant, has Zhou Daoqian ever granted you the so-called opportunities."

With a single move, Elder Feng's heart was stirred by a surge of overwhelming waves. In that moment of distraction, Xu Yi seized the opportunity, grasping the left arm of the startled Young Master Zhou. With a surge of divine strength, he twisted and pulled, accompanied by a bone-chilling scream, and astonishingly, he tore off Young Master Zhou's left arm.

Elder Feng was filled with a mix of shock and anger, looking up to the sky and roaring furiously, his arms tearing through his clothing as he lunged at Xu Yi like an enraged lion

This has led to the current flourishing era of martial arts

The world values martial prowess; whether it be merchants or commoners, or high-ranking officials and nobles, all take pride in martial strength

However, it took him a full twenty years to reach this point, and the hardships endured are not for outsiders to know

Take Elder Feng, for example. Before reaching the peak of body refinement, he was merely a martial artist at the escort agency. Once he stepped into the peak of body refinement, he became a sought-after figure by the noble families of Guang'an and the government offices.

Elder Feng remained motionless despite the punch, his legs embedded half an inch into the ground, with fresh blood oozing from the corner of his mouth

Elder Feng, both you and I have reached the pinnacle of body refinement, and we have achieved accomplishments in the path of martial arts. Why have you taken up the menial task of guarding the gate and the courtyard? It is truly disgraceful.

Xu Yi deeply hated Young Master Zhou, having expended great effort to bring this person into his grasp. How could he easily let go? Without flinching or avoiding, he faced the Elder Feng's palm strike head-on with a punch.

Xu Yi struck with a single move, not pausing for a moment, like a swift arrow, retreating over ten zhang in succession

Elder Feng moved his fingers swiftly, sealing more than ten acupoints on Young Master Zhou's body, stopping the bleeding from his shoulder and severed arm. He set him aside, reached out, and with a tug, his magnificent robe billowed in the wind, standing with his feet in a stance that was neither straight nor crooked, his eyes filled with disbelief

Elder Feng's face flushed with anger as he said, "What do you know? I have only been in the Zhou family for five years, my contributions are insufficient, and the Martial Sovereign would not bestow rewards indiscriminately"

As the conversation drew to a close, Elder Feng's gaze revealed a hint of melancholy.

Since it cannot be avoided, let us not avoid it. Both are at the pinnacle of physical training; who fears whom

Elder Feng suddenly realized, his eyes shining with brilliance, murmuring, "Indeed, indeed, your martial arts, which seem to transform you into a bull demon, possess extraordinary power. I have reached the peak of body refinement for over ten years, and through diligent practice, a single palm strike of mine can surpass the strength of a bull. Ordinary masters at the peak of body refinement cannot withstand it at all. Yet, you, having just entered the peak of body refinement, are able to receive it steadily, which clearly demonstrates the unspoken wonders of your set of skills"