Chapter 3: The Outlaw

If it were not for the fact that the people of the Qingyi Hall had crossed the line and were being overly aggressive, Zhuang Wudao truly did not wish to become enemies with Shi Hu at such a critical moment in his pursuit of the Qi Refinement stage

These three individuals are well-known in the Northern City, each having a certain degree of fame. They are the three major leaders of the Qingyi Hall: "Qinggou" Liu He, "Futu" Hu Tao, and "Fengdao" Jiang Jiu. All of them are practitioners at the marrow refining stage, possessing considerable strength

However, when the two men's fists collided once more, Shi Hu was taken aback again. The force of the punch seemed to strike at an empty space, completely lacking any resistance.

Liu He suddenly plunged into the room. If this place were lawless, it would be one thing to break in without regard. However, once inside, it would be tantamount to seeking one's own death

Thus, although fully aware that he was most likely to face death this time, he felt no fear whatsoever. Not only was he unafraid, but the inherent ferocity within him became even more pronounced, and his fighting spirit soared.

At this moment, Zhuang Wudao's figure suddenly slid backward with great force, crashing against the brick wall behind him.

As the force of the punch collided, the ground beneath the two men was instantly shattered into fragments of mud and stone. Surprisingly, Shi Hu's robust physique was pushed back half a step. However, the fist, which was as large as a basin, collided with the broken armor-piercing cone worn by Zhuang Wudao, and neither sustained any damage whatsoever.

It seems that he never expected Zhuang Wudao to respond. At that moment, Shi Hu's eyes glinted with a cold light as he smiled ominously: "I have seen his corpse, struck by the Dragon Subduing Strike seven times. Most of his bones were shattered. The entire body was decayed, not a single piece of good flesh left!"

He does not care much about the last two individuals. The Dragon Subduing Tiger Fist technique has a complementary set called "Dragon Walk, Tiger Step." The speed of movement is not considered top-notch, but in the complex terrain of this city, it can truly showcase its strengths.

The fist emerged from beneath the ribs, both hands resembling the grip of a giant serpent. A faint, dragon-like energy flowed around him.

In a moment of clarity, Shi Hu realized Zhuang Wudao's intention, his gaze filled with mockery: "Are you trying to escape?"

Fool! The so-called Qinggou Liu He is nothing more than this

A fierce and indescribable aura surged forth, striking him directly and stirring his spirit. Those pair of menacing eyes concealed an endless intent to kill

Shi Hu's gaze was momentarily drawn to the golden silk gloves in Zhuang Wudao's hand. After a brief moment of focus, he soon became indifferent again. His fists were tightly clenched, making a cracking sound, and the voice he uttered seemed to emanate from the depths of the abyss, filled with an endless cold laughter

As the fist force was unleashed, around Zhuang Wudao, there were bursts of explosive sounds, faintly revealing the sound of a dragon's roar

No more nonsense

Triple-armed crossbow

Over the past seven years, Zhuang Wudao has persistently raced through the dense forest at high speed, questioning his own ability to escape; among martial artists of the same rank in the marrow refining stage, he would undoubtedly not be inferior to anyone else

Without Liu He as a key figure, none of the three here, including Shi Hu, have the confidence to trap Zhuang Wudao

In just a moment, ten zhang have already been crossed

Yet the one he feared the most was the towering figure of the man before him, standing at nine feet tall

At this moment, instead of retreating, he advanced, rapidly striking forward with both hands, his body suddenly twisting. Utilizing the arm guards, he forcefully deflected three crossbow bolts. Then, in an incredible posture, he forcibly passed through the net of arrows.

This person is named Shi Hu, the leader of the Qingyi Hall. He practices the external martial art "Golden Armor Mysterious Gang," which is particularly effective against his own boxing style, and is also the main reason for his recent downfall, akin to a lost dog. This individual entered the marrow refining stage at the age of twenty-two and has cultivated the Golden Armor Mysterious Gang body for a full twenty years, reaching the pinnacle of this external skill.

As the fist struck, Zhuang Wudao's entire body surged with energy, akin to a great serpent writhing and coiling. At the point of the fist, it resembled the head of a colossal dragon

In just a moment, it reached a scalding temperature. One cannot help but wonder what kind of mystery this wicked sword is up to again

In the blink of an eye, it was a flurry of strikes. With each punch he received, Shi Hu almost took a step back.

Zhuang Wudao flipped his hands and took out two fist gloves from his sleeves, which were made of a blend of golden threads and spider silk. Each knuckle was equipped with protruding conical blades. They could withstand weapons and also shatter bones!

Zhuang Wudao inhaled sharply, but fortunately, he had already anticipated that there could not be just Shi Hu lying in ambush in his room, so he had reserved some strength in advance

Even Shi Hu's gaze was filled with astonishment and uncertainty

The external energy is like a snake entwined, while the muscles, bones, and flesh within the body coalesce into a formidable spear, channeling all strength to its utmost limit

If it were a one-on-one situation, Zhuang Wudao would have the upper hand. However, if these three join forces, he would have no choice but to flee in defeat

The instinctive feeling in his heart is that this place, devoid of principles, is where he will go all out, risking his life, in an attempt to kill him here, leading to mutual destruction

It turns out you have already mastered the Dragon's Roar, no wonder my brother met his demise at your hands

Shi Hu, in a state of helplessness, had no choice but to use both hands to defend against the oncoming fist of Zhuang Wudao

The Golden Armor Xuan Gang Technique is not merely a form of external training; it also enhances one's strength. He has immersed himself in this technique for twenty years, and his entire strength could rival that of two oxen. However, just now, even using eighty percent of his strength, he nearly could not withstand the might of Zong Shou's punch

At this moment, both individuals possessed strength exceeding a thousand pounds, exhibiting unwavering resolve. With a resounding boom, Shi Hu staggered back half a step, and the narrow wooden house behind him was instantly shattered

Since it is certain that death is inevitable, then today, regardless of the circumstances, I must drag a few people down with him to join in his demise!

Shi Hu's expression was grave, and he did not speak again. Instead, he made every effort to steady his body and delivered another punch.

Is it a spiritual weapon? No wonder you are so audacious! My brother's life, how he met his tragic end, is something you, Zhuang Wudao, naturally do not take to heart. As his elder brother, I cannot help but care. These days, I have been unable to sleep at night, pondering the excruciating pain my brother endured at the time of his death! Fortunately, heaven has eyes and does not allow enemies to roam freely. Today, I, Shi Hu, will surely crush every bone in your body, Zhuang Wudao! Every piece of flesh will be chopped off to feed the dogs! Unable to seek life, unable to seek death—

After seven punches, the lower body was gradually becoming unstable. At this moment, however, the Tiger Wave was still worried about Zhuang Wudao's escape, which was already twenty zhang away.

Then, his speed increased again, reaching in front of Shi Hu before the second round of crossbow bolts was launched

When Zhuang Wudao is relentless, he does not relent or pause for even a moment, and once again he strikes with a punch! His fists, like a locked giant dragon, resonate with the sound of the dragon's roar, lifting light as if heavy, appearing slow yet actually swift

Thorn Dragon

Zhuang Wudao's figure paused for only half a breath before his left fist shot out in an instant

In the dark corners of Yuecheng, there are countless vicious dogs, eager to choose a person to devour. Once there is a flaw, they will converge like bloodthirsty sharks.

He Zhuang Wudao is nothing but a desperate outlaw; even a cornered dog will jump over a wall, let alone him

His group of brothers, even including himself, only has two in the marrow training period. Competing head-on with these individuals is simply not worth it

Shi Hu's expression was solemn, and at the moment when the dragon's roar was at its most intense, he swung his hand with all his might. His hand was like a giant bowl, twice the size of an ordinary person's. When his five fingers came together, it resembled a large blade, and the sharp whistling sound it produced as he swung it was filled with a powerful energy, even surpassing that of a true weapon.

Then, Liu He, known as "Qing Gou," was originally sprinting on the rooftop. At this moment, upon seeing the situation, he suddenly burst into hearty laughter. With a fierce stomp of his right foot, the building beneath him collapsed in large sections.

Subduing the Dragon and Overcoming the Tiger - Zhenlong Style

Among the three, he alone cares about the "Green Hook" Liu He, whose skill in using the hooked chain is unparalleled. Once ensnared by him, there is no possibility of escape.

Zhuang Wudao chuckled lightly, and in the final moment as his figure approached the wall, it suddenly slowed down. With a push of his feet against the wall, his body contracted and then expanded, resembling an arrow released from its string, leaving a trail of afterimages in the night sky

In an instant, a sudden surge of power erupted, yet the momentum was even greater than before. The sound of the dragon's roar resonated, further emphasizing its grandeur and desolation

Thus, although there were four practitioners of marrow refining present, he chose without hesitation the strongest among them, Shi Hu

Zhuang Wudao, however, knew that at this moment, he could not afford to be distracted in the slightest. Although it was strange, he temporarily had no inclination to pay it any mind

However, whether it can ultimately break through Shi Hu's "Golden Armor Mysterious Gang" remains unknown

A person who licks blood on the edge of a knife all day long would hardly take their own life seriously

My younger brother, Shi Bao, was killed by you, Zhuang Wudao

Shi Hu is the pillar of the Qingyi Hall. If this person were to die, what reason would the remaining scoundrels have to continue dominating a street? Without Shi Hu, the Qingyi Hall would not only struggle to seek revenge, but it would also be questionable whether it could survive even half a day in this Yue City.

Shi Hu also took action, not dodging or avoiding, but directly advancing with a punch, engaging in a direct clash. His muscles bulged, exuding the same ferocity as a wild beast

At this moment, the pair of golden silk gloves on Zhuang Wushang's hands also emitted a faint white light

That Shi Bao was killed by the blows of these gauntlets. In addition, both hands were equipped with finely crafted iron armguards, which could also withstand weapons

However, there are concerns that Zhuang Wudao is merely putting on an act. After forcing him to retreat from hetushucomcom, he then takes the opportunity to escape.

In the past ten years, he has experienced no fewer than thirty battles and skirmishes, several times teetering on the brink of despair, and can barely be considered a veteran of countless conflicts

Since he was about to fall out with the Qingyi Hall, how could he not be prepared? This pair of gloves, named "Armor-Piercing Spike," is a low-grade spiritual weapon that he acquired by chance, having exhausted the savings of his brothers to purchase it at a high price, something that many cultivators do not possess

Strangely enough, when he focused his mind and prepared to strike, the unknown decayed sword he carried on his back inexplicably began to heat up

It is both a fear of the lawlessness of this estate and a tactic of misdirection. This lures the two of them to leave their positions recklessly

In the distance, the encroaching "Axe Butcher" and "Wind Blade" caused the two individuals to freeze in place, their expressions revealing a hint of hesitation

Wearing two additional layers of iron armor, it is said that even a practitioner at the first level of Qi Refinement, wielding a weapon and striking with full force, would be unable to harm a single inch of their skin. This is why they can dominate a street in the northern city.

In addition to himself, he has more than a dozen brothers who have shared life and death with him, and they must continue to make a living in this world. Since death is inevitable, why not do something good for his brothers?

After a brief contemplation, Shi Hu remained steadfast in his position, unwilling to yield even a half step. What does it matter if he struggles? His Golden Armor Profound Gang Body is least afraid of direct combat.

The figure, fierce as a tiger, once again evaded the rain of arrows and pounced this way.

The voice suddenly came to a halt, and one could see Zhuang Wudao charging forward. His entire figure resembled that of a saber-toothed tiger in full sprint, crashing towards them. Not only was his movement swift, but his momentum was also exceedingly fierce

Yet Shi Hu remained motionless, while behind him, more than twenty crossbows protruded from the roof and the door and window openings. The cold light flashed sharply, and with a buzzing sound, the bowstrings snapped, sending iron arrows soaring into the night sky with a piercing shriek.