Chapter 1292: Chapter 1291: Challenge
Based on Chen Tianlong’s understanding, apart from the fact that the sect leader Pure Yang Daoist of the Celestial Pill Sect is somewhat special, the rest are ranked according to their strength. He is ranked second, which means that Zhong Ruofeng’s strength is at most at the peak of Celestial Dao Seven Stars, even less than Chen Hai.
In this way, although they are both at Celestial Dao Seven Stars, no matter how strong Zhong Ruofeng is, he is at most slightly stronger than Xue Kong. Therefore, Chen Tianlong has already figured it out in his heart.
Chen Tianlong roughly understood why the Celestial Pill Sect is so powerful and can command all the influential figures in Huaxia. First, they possess a kind of Gu poison called Heart-Eroding Gu, which is successfully planted on these influential figures, and because this poison is incurable, they all obey its command.
Another reason is that Pure Yang Daoist possesses the Golden Bell Shield Divine Skill. It is not about having strong power, but having impenetrable defense. In terms of specifics, Chen Tianlong could break through it.
Chen Tianlong intends that if given the chance, he will go to the Celestial Pill Sect to eliminate Pure Yang Daoist. He had been poisoned before and knows the power of this poison well. If this person is not eliminated, there will be an endless source of trouble in the future.
Soon, Chen Tianlong, accompanied by Tan Xianglan and Huang Zhong, was followed by a group led by Zhong Ruofeng, along with some martial arts and business figures not yet acquainted, as they grandly appeared in the square.
Upon hearing the news, Manor Master meant to stop it, but upon learning it was Zhong Ruofeng from the Celestial Pill Sect, he halted his steps.
He most feared the people from the Celestial Pill Sect coming to this auction because rumors had it that once they knew about the auction, they would surely participate, and once they joined, practically no one dared to bid against them, thus good items would not fetch high prices.
Moreover, there is talk that even if the Celestial Pill Sect consents to bid, when it comes to payment time, they would find all sorts of excuses to delay the payment and eventually find a chance to secretly threaten with violence, paying nothing at all.
This rumor, although not to be treated as fact, is enough to make Manor Master somewhat helpless. If this is true, his stagnant funds would become even more stagnant.
Now that someone is available to teach them a lesson, the hope was for severe injury, perfect if it meant they couldn’t participate in today’s noon auction. So why would Manor Master foolishly go and stir up trouble with such a good opportunity?
With this thought, Manor Master calmly drank tea in the hall and secretly ordered his butler to go watch and report the battle situation back to him promptly.
"Alright, everyone, today I, Chen Tianlong, will duel with Zhong Ruofeng, the second disciple of the Celestial Pill Sect. If any accidental injury occurs, I hope everyone can stand as witnesses for me, after all, we have both promised that on stage, life and death will not be held accountable."
Chen Tianlong once again addressed the crowd, to avoid being besieged by everyone in case he accidentally injured someone.
"Enough with the nonsense, are we fighting or not? Spread my order, this is a personal vendetta between me and Chen Tianlong. He injured my friend, and I’m only here to seek justice for him, nothing more."
Zhong Ruofeng clearly didn’t take Chen Tianlong seriously. The whole reason Chen Tianlong said so much was to ingratiate himself with everyone, so that in case of defeat, he could ask them for help.
So, Zhong Ruofeng thought for a bit and added: "During our duel later, no matter the outcome, I hope everyone refrains from intervening, giving the Celestial Pill Sect some face."
Chen Tianlong was overjoyed upon hearing this, as this was exactly the effect he wanted, and Zhong Ruofeng fell into his trap so easily.
Initially, Chen Tianlong really feared the involvement of some unfamiliar sects, especially since those people were also from Japan, and he didn’t know their relationship with the Celestial Pill Sect.
However, Chen Tianlong was being overly suspicious. The only ones slightly influential below were Ren Kun from the Island’s Assassin Group and Feng Shi from the Scorpio Gang, both of whom wished for Zhong Ruofeng to be killed by Chen Tianlong and would not assist him at all.
The crowd was abuzz with discussions, and after a while, everyone quieted down.
Evidently, when it came to interference, it might just be Lao Feng, for Lei Laowu was already crippled, and Feng Shi from the Scorpio Gang and Ren Kun from the Assassin Group were sure not to intervene.
The rest were some merchants from Guiyang and representatives from prominent families, though their strength wasn’t very formidable, a number were cultivators. As they weren’t familiar with these people, they mostly were there to watch the excitement.
"Alright, I’ve prepared everything, how about you?"
After preparing everything, Chen Tianlong directly walked to a patterned area in the center of the square. Though no stage was set, this patterned area served well as one.
"I’ve been ready ages ago, you’re the one dragging it out."
When they reached the patterned area, Zhong Ruofeng had forgotten the reminders given to him earlier, and now viewed Chen Tianlong entirely as someone waiting to be defeated.
Chen Tianlong coldly smiled, stepping back slightly, recognizing that he was up against a peak-level Celestial Dao Seven Stars master, not to be underestimated. His Nine Yang Celestial Dragon Technique had started condensing a Powerful Qi Bomb ever since defeating Lei Laowu.
Chen Tianlong intended to finish this in one move; he would show no mercy to anyone from the Celestial Pill Sect.
Zhong Ruofeng noticed Chen Tianlong beginning to set his stance and became alert, showcasing his peak Celestial Dao Seven Stars power without reservation.
He wanted those around to feel his power and earn their admiration.
Indeed, those cultivators who could sense strong Qi fluctuations were generally awed by Zhong Ruofeng, for in such a time when strength ruled supreme, power was king.
"Wow, the Celestial Pill Sect really lives up to its name."
"Yeah, I can feel a wave of strong Qi, not sure how powerful it is though."
"I heard it’s Celestial Dao Seven Stars."
"Oh my god, Seven Stars..."
Hearing the praise from the crowd, Zhong Ruofeng was elated. He had truly styled himself well, let’s see who would dare cross him at the auction afterward.
At this moment, Chen Tianlong’s Qi Bomb was already charged to ninety percent. Additionally, he could execute the first move of the Wildfire Fist, which was just right, allowing the opponent to feel his attack, lower his guard, and then deliver the fatal blow.
Clearly, Zhong Ruofeng also wanted to try first, to test Chen Tianlong’s actual strength, to see how he managed to defeat Xue Kong.
"Hmph!"
Chen Tianlong suddenly punched out as Zhong Ruofeng sneered and unleashed a punch with full force simultaneously.
"Bang!"
The first move of Chen Tianlong’s Wildfire Fist, his right fist struck out swiftly, catching Zhong Ruofeng off guard. He hurriedly blocked, only realizing afterward that its power was average, causing no harm, instantly emboldening him.
"Humph, so you’re winning with fancy fist techniques? Wonder how Xue Kong was beaten by this, it could be easily avoided with caution."
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