Proud Goddess Falls in Love with Me
Chapter 423 - 423 404 One Move is Enough_1

423: Chapter 404: One Move is Enough_1 423: Chapter 404: One Move is Enough_1 In the center of the courtyard.

Luo Xingchen stood tall, his gaze full of scorn as he looked at Lu Chuan, clearly not taking this upstart challenger seriously.

At that moment, he had been struggling to break through to the Profound Realm, ending once again in failure, his mood extremely depressed.

He worried about how he could possibly win the upcoming martial contest in a week’s time when Luo Zhenhua came to tell him someone had challenged him, offering to take his place in the Luo family’s contest against the Muh family.

Startled by these words, he thought his father had lost faith in him and had purposely found some unrivaled genius to challenge him, making him nervous for a moment.

However, as soon as he found out that the challenger was the son of an aunt he had never met, he relaxed again, and even found it somewhat funny.

A few years ago, when Luo Zhenhua had people investigate Lu Chuan, Luo Xingchen had heard some things about Lu Chuan from his father, such as the fact that the guy was just a delivery man.

Despite being outmatched by Muh Jianfeng from the Muh family, and having been suppressed for years, he was still among the elite of the younger generation in the Capital City’s martial arts circle, one of those with the most top-tier talent— not just anyone could challenge him on a whim.

That was why he found it laughable when he learned that Lu Chuan wished to take his place and represent the Luo family in the contest.

His mood was sour from his failure to break through, and he wanted an opportunity to vent.

Since Lu Chuan had so foolishly presented himself, he certainly didn’t plan to be polite.

Luo Zhenhua stood to the side and said to Luo Xingchen, “The contest is to be settled by point scoring, do not take his life, understood?”

Warming up his wrists, Luo Xingchen replied with a smile, “Don’t worry, father, I know my limits.”

Luo Zhenhua glanced again at Lu Chuan as if to offer a word of caution, but in the end, he said nothing and stepped back, declaring, “Begin.”

After loosening up his muscles and bones, Luo Xingchen sneered at Lu Chuan and said, “I don’t know what you’re thinking, do you really think you can beat me?”

Lu Chuan looked at him calmly and said indifferently, “One move.”

Luo Xingchen was taken aback, “What?”

Lu Chuan stated, “To defeat you, one move is sufficient.”

Luo Xingchen’s eyes narrowed, then he burst into a loud laughter, “Do you really think you’re some kind of unparalleled master?

Just because of your words, today I will surely beat you till you can’t fend for yourself, to show you just how ridiculous you are!”

No sooner had he finished speaking than he charged at Lu Chuan at breakneck speed, clearly not intending to hold back at all.

Standing not far away, Guan Yue smiled and said, “My son is still so dashing, his presence alone already completely overwhelms that Lu Chuan by who knows how many times.

Winning should be a piece of cake for him.”

The onlookers echoed her sentiment.

“Indeed, young master Xingchen is a renowned genius in the Capital City, not someone an unknown hillbilly can compare with.”

“In my view, this Lu Chuan simply came here to seek a beating.

I bet he wants money but is too embarrassed to ask for it directly, so he thought up this scheme.

Just wait for young master Xingchen to beat him up, then he’ll ask for compensation!”

…

Luo Zhenhua, watching his son make the first move, couldn’t help but nod, “Xingchen’s strength has improved again, at this rate, he should break through within a month.

Even though he’ll miss the contest, as long as his strength steadily increases, it’s good for our Luo family.

However, I told him to hold back, and he’s gone all out.

Lu Chuan will probably have a tough time.”

Luo Shiyu watched her brother charge at Lu Chuan, shouting and bellowing, and pursed her lips, commenting, “A crude warrior!”

“But although brother is crude, he is indeed formidable.

This Lu Chuan doesn’t look like someone who could beat him.”

…

Luo Xingchen reached Lu Chuan and threw a heavy punch towards his chest.

The power of a Grade 9 Grandmaster lent his punch a terrifying force, even causing the air to burst with noise.

Lu Chuan simply watched calmly as the punch hurtled toward him, and only when it was about to hit him did he lightly raise his hand and effortlessly caught Luo Xingchen’s fist.

The terrifying power of Luo Xingchen’s punch dissipated instantly, unable to advance even a fraction further.

Disbelieving, he stared at Lu Chuan and mumbled, “How…

how is this possible!”

But then, Lu Chuan raised his other hand and casually slapped Luo Xingchen’s stomach.

At the moment his palm made contact with Luo Xingchen’s body, a burst of terrifying force was unleashed, propelling Luo Xingchen back through the air.

Bang!

Luo Xingchen collided straight into the wall at the far end of the courtyard, creating a large crater in it, almost knocking the entire wall down.

He then fell to the ground with a trickle of blood at the corner of his mouth.

The entire courtyard fell instantly silent, faces creased with astonishment and disbelief.

Guan Yue was the first to recover, rushing over to help Luo Xingchen up, asking anxiously, “Son, are you okay?”

Luo Xingchen didn’t reply; he wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his expression complex as he looked at Lu Chuan.

He hadn’t anticipated that Lu Chuan would actually defeat him in one move.

His earlier arrogance and conceit had evaporated in that instant, leaving him engulfed by a profound sense of defeat.

“Young master Xingchen, defeated with just one move—how could this guy be so formidable?”

“Is this…

could this be real?

Perhaps even that person from the Muh family couldn’t defeat young master Xingchen in one move, could he?”

“We must have underestimated this fellow…”

…

Luo Shiyu’s pretty face showed deep shock, her mouth agape wide enough to fit an egg.

However, she soon regained her composure, her face full of disdain as she said, “It seems Grandfather was right, that Luo Yunshang might really be something special if her son is a bit formidable, but this guy is still nothing more than a crude warrior, hardly fit for refined society!”

Lu Chuan was wearing a look of surprise, and his eyes changed the moment he looked toward Lu Chuan.

“I didn’t expect that he actually has some skills, able to defeat Xingchen in one move.

His strength must have reached the Profound Realm.

It seems I’ve underestimated him.”

At this moment, Guan Yue shouted, “Someone come!

Quickly arrest this man who hurt the young master!”

Immediately, several guards with a powerful presence appeared in the courtyard, ready to seize Lu Chuan.

Seeing this, Luo Zhenhua immediately ordered, “Everyone stand down!”

Guan Yue frowned and looked at Luo Zhenhua, saying, “Master, this man injured your son.

Are you just going to overlook it?”

Luo Zhenhua said indifferently, “Injuries during a martial contest are nothing out of the ordinary.

If he was not skilled enough, he has no one but himself to blame.

Don’t try to make trouble for him just because he’s Yunshang’s son.”

At this point, Luo Xingchen also spoke up, “Mom, don’t make things more complicated.

Indeed, I was not as strong as he was.

It’s a fair fight; where does it say that if you can’t win, you look for help from home?

If this gets out, I will become the laughingstock to others.”

Guan Yue clenched her teeth; although she still didn’t like the sight of Lu Chuan, she couldn’t say anything more.

Luo Zhenhua looked at Lu Chuan and said, “You’ve surprised me.

Since that’s the case, I’ll give you an opportunity.

If you truly represent the Luo family and defeat the Muh family this time, I will acknowledge you as my nephew and restore your mother’s status as a member of the Luo family.”

Lu Chuan said lightly, “Patriarch Luo, my only goal is the Soul Herb.

As for the rest, I’m not interested.”

Luo Zhenhua’s expression darkened, then, with a flick of his sleeve, he said in a low voice, “Ungrateful!”

He then turned and walked towards the interior courtyard, calling out as he walked, “Arrange a room for him, let him stay in the house.

Also, spread the word that my nephew has returned to specifically help the Luo family in the contest.

This way, the Muh family won’t be able to accuse me of finding an unrelated person to cheat.”

Everyone was discussing Lu Chuan, but soon after, they dispersed to attend to their own affairs.

A servant approached Lu Chuan and led him in the direction of the guest rooms.

Lu Chuan stayed at the Luo Family Mansion for the time being, feeling the hostility from the Luo family members, but he endured it for the sake of the Soul Herb.

In the afternoon, Lu Chuan was cultivating in his room.

At that moment, there was a knock at the door.

“Hey, hurry up and come out, come meet my grandfather!” Luo Shiyu’s impatient voice sounded.

Lu Chuan walked to the door, opened it, and saw a beautiful girl about eighteen or nineteen years old standing outside.

She was young and beautiful, dressed in a pleated skirt and long socks, and he asked in confusion, “Who are you?”

Luo Shiyu humphed and said, “Your cousin.”

Lu Chuan realized that she must be Luo Zhenhua’s daughter.

You’re much better than your dad, at least you recognize me as your cousin.

He smiled and said, “Turns out you’re my cousin.

What do you need me for?”

Luo Shiyu said, “Grandfather heard you were here and asked me to bring you to see him.”

Lu Chuan raised an eyebrow.

Luo Shiyu’s grandfather, naturally, was also his maternal grandfather, but he wasn’t sure what kind of attitude this grandfather would have toward him.

He asked, “What does he want to see me for?”

Luo Shiyu looked at Lu Chuan with a frown and said, “Why do you keep dawdling!

The old man heard you’re back and is a bit excited to see you.

Does he need a reason to see you?”

Lu Chuan suddenly understood and quickly said, “Okay, I’ll go with you.”

Luo Shiyu turned and walked towards the outside of the Luo Family Mansion, muttering, “Grandpa really is something, making me fetch this guy and interrupting my time appreciating Master Qingyun’s calligraphy.

It’s so irritating!”

Lu Chuan didn’t catch her words and asked, “What did you just say?”

Luo Shiyu said, “Nothing, you’re a crude martial artist, you wouldn’t understand even if I told you.”

Lu Chuan couldn’t help but laugh; he felt that although his cousin had a bad attitude, she was much better than those Luo family members who considered themselves far above others.

The two left the Luo Family Mansion and arrived at a small and independent courtyard nearby.

This small courtyard was simple and tranquil, which could only be described as plain compared to the luxurious Luo Family Mansion, but it was very clean inside, making one feel comfortable.

Luo Shiyu led Lu Chuan into a room in the small courtyard, which was filled with various styles of calligraphy.

An elderly man with white hair was standing in front of a desk, holding a brush and creating calligraphy.

This man was the Luo family elder, Luo Risheng.

“Grandpa, I’ve brought that Lu Chuan to you,” Luo Shiyu spoke up.

The elder stopped his actions, looked up at Lu Chuan, and instantly became excited, his face streaming with tears.

He quickly stepped forward to Lu Chuan, extended a trembling hand to touch Lu Chuan’s cheek, and said, “Child, you’ve suffered these years.

If I had known earlier that Yunshang had a child like you, I would have brought you to the Capital City sooner—it’s all Zhenhua’s fault for keeping it from me and making me only find out now that I have such a grandson.”

Upon hearing this, Lu Chuan was also moved and couldn’t help but call out, “Grandpa.”

The elder’s face beamed with joy, and he said, “Good, good, good, just for calling me grandpa, I can’t let you have come here for nothing.”

He turned to look at Luo Shiyu and said, “Naughty girl, bring me the key to that Dragon Lake Villa I gave you.

Give it to your cousin; also, divide your pocket money and give half to your cousin.”

“Besides, your cousin is not familiar with the Capital City.

During his time here, you will serve him as a maid for a few days, and you must take good care of him.

Did you hear me?”