Dominating Martial King
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104: Chapter 101 Acting Like a Master (Seeking Monthly Ticket, Seeking Subscription) 104: Chapter 101 Acting Like a Master (Seeking Monthly Ticket, Seeking Subscription) The main hall of Tongfu Inn was over half an acre in size, filled with dozens of tables and chairs that were all occupied by guests.

They were all around fifteen or sixteen years old, with the occasional older individual, though none exceeded eighteen.

At this moment, they all turned their heads, peering curiously towards the entrance.

“Who is this Zhou Liangchen?

How did he manage to get the Silver Patterned Tiger Lu Chen to strike up a conversation voluntarily?”

“That’s the legitimate eldest son of the Coastal Zhou Family, next to the Coastal Twin Tigers, he’s the strongest in our county among the Ninth Grade ranks.

It’s said that he’s just a step away from the Qingyun List.”

“So he’s quite a formidable figure too.

How come we’ve never heard of him before?”

The Silver Patterned Tiger Lu Chen, at this moment, was looking Chu Xisheng up and down with great interest.

Besides having a handsome face, there was nothing particularly striking about the youth before him.

The clothes he wore were very ordinary, and he was only adorned with two magic artifacts, indicating that his family background wasn’t very notable.

Why would the Zhou Family treat him like an honored guest?

And why would Zhou Liangchen be so respectfully attentive to him?

“This is quite strange.

You, Zhou Liangchen, have always been as stubborn as a mule, never willing to admit defeat to anyone.

Yet there’s actually someone in this world who can make you prostrate yourself in admiration?”

Lu Chen’s hand quietly rested on the hilt of the hefty saber at his waist.

His lips curled to reveal a row of stark white teeth: “Brother Chu, interested in sparring a little?”

Chu Xisheng, seeing Lu Chen’s hand gripping the saber, instinctively became alert.

The curiosity and fighting spirit in the other’s eyes were not concealed at all.

Furthermore, a Sword Intent from him was bearing down, causing a tingling sensation on Chu Xisheng’s skin.

Chu Xisheng felt somewhat helpless.

He had never expected that he would have to confront one of Qingyun’s geniuses as soon as he arrived in Coastal.

Was this the rhythm of facing a boss before the game even started?

Chu Xisheng immediately opened the virtual treasure house screen, ready to exchange for the ‘Qin Muge 11-year-old character card (official version)’ at any moment.

Yet his expression remained unchanged, as he calmly responded with his hand on his own saber: “Why not?”

In the booklet Chu Yunyun gave him, it was clearly stated that Lu Chen had a hidden injury on his right shoulder.

After his Draw Sword Style, there would be a slight disconnect in his swordsmanship.

However, Lu Chen’s strength was exceedingly strong, and the flaw was not something Chu Xisheng could exploit if he wanted to.

Only Qin Muge’s character card could ensure victory over him.

The trouble was that this character card had a great hidden danger, especially with so many eyes on him at this moment, and with Zhou Xiangshan, a Sixth Grade Martial Cultivator, standing nearby, Chu Xisheng was reluctant to use it.

Ten Martial Arts Points for a two-minute session with the 11-year-old Qin Muge character card was a loss if used on this person!

In Lu Chen’s eyes, however, a glint suddenly appeared.

His Divine Sense had already detected the sharp Sword Intent from Chu Xisheng.

But just as Lu Chen’s combativeness grew stronger, Zhou Liangchen said coldly, “Don’t say I didn’t make it clear to you, Brother Chu defeated me with a single strike more than twenty days ago.

Before you make a move, think carefully for yourself.”

The man, after all, was his sworn friend, having grown up together since childhood.

While Zhou Liangchen wouldn’t mind seeing him make a fool of himself in front of a large audience, he still remembered their past friendship and gave him a subtle warning.

His words caused an uproar both inside and outside of Tongfu Inn.

Not only did many young faces in the hall show surprise and shock.

People in the tents outside also heard the commotion and gathered around.

“This guy can defeat Zhou Liangchen with a single strike?

Are you kidding me?”

“Zhou Liangchen is prideful and disdainful of lying, so it must be true.

Besides, who would degrade themselves like that without good reason?”

“Incredible, if what he says is true, then the competition for the Ninth Grade Secret Realm is going to have one more powerful adversary.”

“In that case, this Chu Xisheng must be a strong reinforcement invited by the Coastal Zhou Family.”

Zhou Xiangshan couldn’t help but bring his hand to his forehead, looking helpless.

His family’s Young Master had quite the personality!

How could one reveal their true trump card before the conflict even begins, exposing it for all to see?

Chu Xisheng also felt helpless.

A new piece of information had already appeared in his mind.

——Your Vengeful Blade Intent has escalated to weak strength.

Zhou Liangchen’s comment brought upon him many hostile and enemy intents.

Does this guy hate him so much that he’s not dying fast enough, trying to dig a pit for him to be roasted over the fire?

If he didn’t have Qin Muge’s character card, he would have been done in by him sooner or later.

However, at the same time, a massive firework exploded in Chu Xisheng’s eyes.

His Martial Arts Points actually surged to 103 points in an instant.

Lu Chen was extremely surprised, his expression full of shock and doubt.

He knew Zhou Liangchen inside out and was aware that this guy’s talent was no less than his.

Only because the Zhou Family’s direct Cultivation Technique was particular, Zhou Liangchen’s current strength was inferior to his.

Yet he would need at least a dozen rounds to defeat Zhou Liangchen.

Could Chu Xisheng really have defeated Zhou Liangchen with just one sword strike?

But he knew Zhou Liangchen’s character—this guy was truly straightforward to a fault and never lied.

When Lu Chen looked at Chu Xisheng again, he perceived him with a completely different sense than before.

He was dressed simply, his Magic Artifact modest, but his aura was reserved and smooth, making it difficult to discern the real from the fake.

The only certainty was that the man’s limbs showed extreme coordination, and his Divine Sense was strong.

Just now, Chu Xisheng’s Sword Intent seemed to have grown a bit stronger.

Strong, sharp, domineering!

It was like an invisible blade cutting into his heart.

The man’s demeanor was, however, leisurely and indifferent as if he could handle anything with ease.

That smile of his seemed to contain anticipation, mysterious and profound.

Lu Chen felt this man must be a great master!

Lu Chen felt a headache coming on, as the situation seemed to have become a bit tricky to get out of.

A thought crossed his mind, and he chuckled dryly, removing his hand from the hilt of his sword, “I never expected that we in East State would have a peer who could bring Zhou Liangchen down with one strike.

Brother Chu, you have made me more and more interested.

Nevertheless, this place is too narrow, and we wouldn’t be able to enjoy ourselves in a match here—”

Before he could finish, a chorus of boos erupted around him.

The expressions of many young people present were incredulous.

“Lu Chen, you’re not chickening out, are you?

If you’re interested, just draw your sword and get on with it!”

“Too narrow my foot!

Can’t you guys fight outside where there’s plenty of space?”

“Young Master Lu, don’t you boast every day that you’re the top Ninth Grade in East State?

Don’t wreck your reputation now!”

“Don’t be afraid, Zhou Liangchen was just so-so.

What’s there to boast about defeating him with one strike?

Lu Chen, you are a Qingyun’s genius, you can win!”

After hearing this, Lu Chen could only sneer inwardly.

All of these people were up to no good.

Some were hoping to see him make a fool of himself, others wanted to use him to gauge Chu Xisheng’s strength, and still others were hoping that they both would get injured before the opening of the Ninth Grade Secret Realm.

He’d have to have been kicked in the head by a donkey to play into these people’s hands.

Lu Chen acted as if he hadn’t heard anything, his expression calm as he said, “You seem to have traveled a long distance and look exhausted.

It is not in my nature to take advantage of others’ weakness.

Take a good rest.

There’s no rush, we can settle the score after entering the Secret Realm.”

After saying this, he sidestepped and walked up the nearby stairs, his demeanor as proud as a formidable tiger.

However, the jeers around him only grew louder.

Despite how elegantly Lu Chen spoke, everyone could see clearly.

This guy clearly did not want to draw his sword.

He was avoiding combat!

Zhou Liangchen couldn’t help but laugh at the sight; he knew it would end up like this.

Chu Xisheng looked puzzled.

All the way he had been traveling by carriage and boat, quite comfortably, where was there any hardship or dust from the road?

Then he relaxed himself mentally.

Being able to maintain his reputation as a master while keeping his Martial Arts Points was always good.

At that moment, another firework exploded in Chu Xisheng’s eyes.

His count of Martial Arts Points had increased from 103 to 111.

This was clearly the reward for repelling Lu Chen.