Chapter 4: The Dragon's Roar and the Tiger's Howl
A pair of enormous hands did not attempt to shield the vital throat but instead reached out to the sides of the body. This was a measure to guard against Zhuang Wudao, a final chance for escape
This sword again
As the sound of the dragon's roar rises, Zhuang Wudao thrusts out another punch. The "Armor-Piercing Spike" still glimmers with a white aura, the force of the punch sharp as a spike
Zhuang Wudao's figure simultaneously retreated in an instant, his steps executed with exquisite precision, evading the combined assault of the Tiger Wave and the "Wind Blade" as he positioned himself in an open area
In that very moment, the burning sensation behind me suddenly intensified once more. The searing pain pierced my mind like a steel needle
At that very moment, a silver hook chain abruptly wove through the crowd. His figure, however, did not flinch or evade, allowing the hook to grasp and lock onto his arm
The counterattack from behind seemed to have undergone a slight change in angle. The sound of the dragon's roar suddenly resounded, clear and high-pitched, even surpassing when Zhuang Wudao executed the "Dragon Shatter Strike." At the critical moment, the figure forcefully turned around, and the fierce punch struck directly against the steel blade.
What is going on
On his bronze-colored skin, a faint impression of a fist was visible. Although Zhuang Wudao's punch, "Dragon Shatter Strike," did not break through his Golden Armor Profound Barrier, it still managed to shatter several of his ribs.
With a muffled sound from the "canopy," the two layers of iron armor on Shi Hu immediately shattered
An inexplicable will has taken control of his own body.
Zhuang Wudao sighed helplessly in his heart; even at this moment, he had not given up. He forcefully halted the Dragon Strike midway, moving with the grace of a dragon and the strength of a tiger, striving to shift his body to evade.
This thought had just arisen in his mind. His limbs and body seemed as if they no longer belonged to him.
"Brothers will stand by each other in times of trouble, indeed! Zhuang Wudao, this is heaven's decree for your demise"
Unfortunately, he was only three months and the time for books away from entering the Qi Refining Realm. His practice of the Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Fist was still not diligent enough. At this moment, there was no need to focus on the full technique; mastering the twelve forms of the Dragon Strike, each accompanied by a dragon's roar, would be sufficient to reach the pinnacle. He believed that today he would definitely be able to turn this historical tiger into a meat pie!
Armor Break! Dragon Shatter
With four people surrounding and joining forces, this villain must undoubtedly meet his demise
At this moment, Zhuang Wudao's chest and heart, his limbs and bones, were all chillingly cold. A sense of utter despair filled his heart; was everything he had, all about to come to an end
His right foot, however, involuntarily stomped down fiercely. Instantly, the earth and stones collapsed, and the sound of a tiger's roar suddenly erupted
Even the "Axe Butcher" Hu Tao and the "Wind Blade" Jiang Jiu understood the situation and once again leaped forward.
The lower body has completely lost its balance, making it impossible to stand firm. Worse still, that punch's force penetrates directly to the heart, causing his entire body to be on the verge of chaos. The turmoil in his vital energy directly brings the Golden Armor Profound Gang Body close to collapse.
This strike is the Shattered Dragon
Unfortunately, whether his practice will be of any use remains unknown. Even at this moment, Wu Xiaosi shows no intention of stopping.
The angle and stance of the punch were slightly different from before. Beyond the dragon's roar, there was also the tiger's howl! It was fierce and domineering, the punch striking against the blade, causing his hands to go numb, almost unable to maintain their grip
Wu Xiaosi parted his lips, seemingly at a loss for words, and fell into a moment of silence
The astonished gaze quickly turned to one of horror. Zhuang Wudao's strike showed no mercy, leaving not even a trace of reserve. It was only at this moment that he suddenly realized that the person before him had no intention of survival whatsoever. This was a firm resolve to perish together with him
Then, the "Axe Butcher" Hu Tao and the "Wind Blade" Jiang Jiu approached within five zhang of Zhuang Wudao. Even the Qing Hook Liu He had already broken through the wall at this moment. A pair of double hooks reached out with probing claws.
Wu Xiaosi's complexion changed dramatically, and the steel knife in his hand was unexpectedly broken in two by this punch. He spat out blood and his figure retreated ten zhang.
Zhuang Wudao's expression was extremely grim. He knew that he was powerless and that he had no hope of survival
In Shi Humu's eyes, there was a moment filled with madness and hostility. It would only take him half a breath to readjust. Even if he could not return to his original state, with injuries sustained, he could still possess ninety percent of his previous strength.
Zhuang Wudao's pupils widened slightly, and the chill intensified. Is this possession by a ghost? Is entering dreams not enough, and now it seeks to seize the body?
It is estimated that the next moment will be when the blade pierces the body
Wu Xiaosi's complexion was even paler, and the hand gripping the broken knife was veined and tense
However, the latter completely disregarded it and directly struck with a punch. The Dragon Subduing Strike shook the dragon!
At that moment, the will controlling his limbs and body was in extraordinary harmony with the thoughts in his heart. Both were filled with a fierce fighting spirit, ruthless and unyielding in their intent.
The changes in the Dragon Strike specialization, the unpredictable nature of the fist techniques, and the power of the fist after the explosion represent the weakest form among the twelve variations of the Dragon Strike fist technique
Zhuang Wudao let out a sigh, no longer seeking an explanation from Wu Xiaosi, and simply shook his head slightly: "From now on, you and I shall be enemies. We can no longer be brothers"
Struggling with all his might, it ultimately proved to be of some use. Zhuang Wudao forced himself to turn slightly, coldly and unfamiliarly gazing at the person who had long since steadied himself, a once sworn brother in life and death.
Is it a moment of life and death, a surge of potential? It does not seem so
When the fists collided, a look of astonishment appeared in Shi Hu's eyes. His hands finally drew blood, the bones in his palms nearly shattered, and his massive arms felt slightly numb, forcibly shaken apart by the impact of the incoming punch
In the heart of the unprincipled, a cold and calm demeanor has reached its utmost, with no signs of sorrow or joy on the face
With fists clenched, the bones of his entire body crackled like frying soybeans, coldly staring at Zhuang Wudao: "In a moment of carelessness, I almost capsized in the gutter. Your reputation as a mad tiger is indeed well-deserved. However, today, I want to see what tricks you can still pull! It seems that tearing your flesh piece by piece and chopping it up to feed the dogs is not enough. I wish death upon each of your brothers! I heard that a few of your sisters have already married when you were begging on the streets in your early years? Ha, I, Shi Hu, feel ashamed as an elder brother, yet I have some ability to bring ruin to their families. What do you think about me selling them into those brothels? A pair of jade arms for countless pillows, no, that’s not enough, it would be better to send them to the funeral homes, where there are countless beggars—"
This particular technique, the Shaking Dragon, is not the one he is most familiar with. However, it is undoubtedly the most powerful and intense strike among the Twelve Techniques of the Descending Dragon!
Shi Hu let out a roar akin to a beast on the brink of extinction, his body staggering backward in retreat
Shi Hu chuckled softly: "Although it is said that great kindness does not require thanks, this life-saving grace is indeed of great significance. Once today's matter is resolved, I will reward you, Xiao Si, with one thousand taels of silver, enough to ensure that your family can live in peace and comfort."
Among the twelve techniques of the Dragon Subduing Strike, there is one move called "Returning Dragon," which is specifically designed to guard against surprise attacks from behind
Upon seeing this, Shi Hu was also momentarily taken aback, but soon understood the situation and immediately burst into laughter
Even until the end, it was impossible to drag one or two people along to accompany him down; dying today truly feels suffocating
The Twelfth Style of the Dragon Subduing Strike, which he is truly most skilled at and employs in its purest form
At this moment, everyone present, including Zhuang Wudao himself, was taken aback
Zhuang Wudao raised an eyebrow, only then realizing that his body from hetushu.com had once again slipped out of control
Having just escaped from a dire situation, Shi Hu seemed to be invigorated. In addition to his increasingly approaching figure, he incessantly chattered away.
The situation at this moment is utterly bizarre, and it is only known to be related to the sword behind him. He can only struggle with all his might, trying to regain control over his own body.
The dragon roars and the tiger howls, this is the subjugation of dragons and tigers
However, the malevolent thoughts within the mind have thus become even more intense. The blood in the chest boils hot, yet the heart gradually grows cold.
However weak the power may be, when combined with this spiritual weapon, the armor-piercing cone, it is more than sufficient to completely shatter Shi Hu's throat
Yet at that moment, when the fist was about to pierce through Shi Hu's throat, a sudden sharp force unexpectedly surged from behind.
Shi Hu's arms were shaken apart, unable to protect the center. This punch, without any suspense, landed directly on Shi Hu's left chest, precisely where the heart is located
However, at this moment, despite the fear, Zhuang Wudao had to divert his attention outward, striving to conceal any sign of abnormality.
The "Returning Dragon Strike" clearly exceeded his capabilities. Of the Twelve Styles of the Dragon Subduing Strike, he could only master the Seven Styles of the Dragon's Roar. As for this technique, the "Returning Dragon Strike," it was the one he was least proficient in
However, at this very moment, he has found himself in a dire predicament
Behind him was an even more intense heat, and a sharp sound of a sword ringing out awakened Zhuang Wudao's senses
Before his folding dragon strike shattered Shi Hu's neck, the sudden weapon behind him was already capable of piercing his heart
However, an extremely strange feeling began to rise within Zhuang Wudao's chest
Zhuang Wudao was momentarily taken aback before recalling that it was Wu Xiaosi. This fellow was closest to him, while Shi Hu had connected seven punches and retreated seven steps. At this moment, Wu Xiaosi's position was precisely behind him.
He can tolerate the betrayal and betrayal of Wu Xiaosi out of helplessness, but he cannot forgive the knife that Wu Xiaosi just stabbed him in the back. Although it did not penetrate his body, it felt as if it had pierced his heart, causing pain deep into his bones
The "wind blade" at his side suddenly startled him as it struck towards Zhuang Wudao's hands, which were entangled by the hooked chains, with a swift motion of the dual blades.
It is only natural to know that Shi Hu's counterattack at the moment of his death would be a tumultuous wave, astonishing to the extreme! It could certainly plunge him into an irretrievable abyss. However, given his current situation, he has no hope of survival, so he does not care much about it.
However, that fierce punch had already been thrown before this moment! The sound of the dragon's roar was high and clear, and Zhuang Wudao was like a mad tiger in his entire demeanor
What is the reason for this again
Zhuang Wudao possesses no true essence within his body, and thus he is not a cultivator. Even if he exerts himself to the fullest, he can at most activate the Armor-Breaking Technique for only three breaths of time. However, at this very moment, these three breaths are already sufficient
The Twelfth Strike of the Dragon Subduing: The Broken Dragon
It is a practitioner at the peak strength of the Blood Refinement stage
In a moment of panic, Shi Hu raised his hands to protect his chest. Zhuang Wudao's fist, however, changed direction midway and struck directly at Shi Hu's throat
With a shake of his arm, immense power surged forth. In the distance, Liu He was unexpectedly unable to maintain his footing and was forcibly pulled over.
It also completely brought his body, every piece of flesh, every drop of blood, under control
Zhuang Wudao remained in a state of confusion, unable to discern the nature of his previous self and what state he was truly in.
Compared to the imminent crisis of being surrounded and almost certain to die, the troubles within oneself are trivial. If one cannot preserve their life, then losing their body is of little concern.
Although still surrounded by four individuals, there is currently no imminent danger to life.
Zhuang Wudao furrowed his brow slightly, realizing that his body and limbs were still in a state of uncontrollable chaos
Zhuang Wudao felt a sudden jolt in his heart, sinking to the bottom of the valley, just as he secretly thought to himself that he was completely doomed.
The Armor-Piercing Technique is an inherent spell contained within his pair of "Armor-Piercing Spikes".