Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 798 - 799 Congratulations Family Head

Chapter 798: Chapter 799 Congratulations Family Head

Song Xiaodong had been away from home for a week and had finally returned.

When his family saw the long scar on Song Xiaodong’s chest, each of them was utterly shocked, after which they began sharply criticizing Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaodong could fully understand their nervousness and sadness and could only continually offer them comfort.

"I just got hurt now, much better than being killed by someone two years later. The benefits I gained this time are beyond your imagination," he said.

His words were quite effective. In two years, no, actually a year and a half later in that battle, everyone knew it and how incredibly powerful the opponent was. If Song Xiaodong could improve, that would surely be the greatest benefit.

It was still early, and Song Xiaodong went straight to the backyard to find Su Zhentian.

At that moment, Su Zhentian was sparring with Xu Hao and Shen Ning.

Although there was a gap in strength, Su Zhentian still enjoyed sparring with them because their practical experience was rich. When they made their moves, they never followed the routines. Many times, to win, they would use any method, no matter how tricky or malicious, forcing Su Zhentian to be incredibly cautious and careful.

Su Zhentian was strong, but this kind of real combat was also very beneficial for his improvement, much more than the usual sparring methods.

Upon seeing Song Xiaodong arrive, the three of them stopped. Su Zhentian bowed slightly and said, "Family Head!"

Song Xiaodong smiled faintly and said, "Zhentian, don’t be so formal. It seems your strength has improved again."

Su Zhentian smiled faintly and replied, "Sparring with these two young friends has indeed sparked many new thoughts in me, very beneficial indeed."

Song Xiaodong chuckled and said, "Then let’s have a match ourselves."

Su Zhentian was surprised for a moment, then immediately responded, "Sure!"

Xu Hao and Shen Ning’s eyes gleamed. They had a clear understanding of Su Zhentian’s strength from their time sparring recently, but they never had a direct idea of how strong Song Xiaodong really was. From what they remembered, he should not have been a match for Su Zhentian.

"Family Head, please!" Su Zhentian gestured, and then, with a shake of his body, a formidable aura burst forth, as he didn’t need to hide anything in front of Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaodong also released his aura instantly and, with a swift step forward, raised his hand and attacked Su Zhentian.

Su Zhentian spread his hands and stepped back to avoid Song Xiaodong’s attack, a gesture of respect for the Family Head, and then began to strike back.

Initially, both were holding back, but after fighting for awhile, they got excited and began to fight without reservations.

Xu Xi and Shen Ning watched with wide eyes. They thought they had brought out Su Zhentian’s full strength during practice, but it seemed they had only seen him exert about sixty to seventy percent of his capabilities. More importantly, at this moment, Song Xiaodong was on par with Su Zhentian, which was beyond their expectations.

Su Zhentian was also becoming increasingly astonished. Although their abilities were quite similar, the last time Song Xiaodong had fought with him without going all-out, he had been slightly superior. But now, that advantage was completely gone.

Moreover, when Song Xiaodong made his moves, he was completely calm and composed. It seemed he could always predict the opponent’s moves. Often, before Su Zhentian could even finish a move, Song Xiaodong would directly target its flaw.

This made Su Zhentian actually feel very awkward, as if the opponent had thoroughly studied everything about him and was always prepared to counteract as soon as he made a move.

"Stop fighting!" Su Zhentian suddenly stepped back and stared at Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaodong grinned at Su Zhentian without saying a word.

"Congratulations, Family Head. It’s amazing how much you’ve improved in such a short time. I admit defeat," Su Zhentian said with genuine admiration.

Xu Hao suddenly exclaimed, "Brother Sun, really? From what we saw, it looked fairly even. You wouldn’t be letting him win just because he’s the Family Head, would you?"

Shen Ning also looked shocked and said, "You can’t pull rank on us."

Su Zhentian shook his head and sincerely said, "You’re overthinking it. The Family Head truly has greatly increased in strength. Last time, he was slightly inferior, but because of his rich combat experience and his resolute determination, he managed to defeat me. But now, every move I make seems restricted by him. I’m no longer a match for the Family Head. I just have one question; how is he always one step ahead?"

Song Xiaodong didn’t keep it secret, "Recently, I’ve made some advancements in mental willpower and thus developed a special Perception Ability. I can feel the changes in the airflow around me, which often indicates how you’re exerting force, allowing me to predict your moves."

"Changes in airflow?" Su Zhentian paused, then suddenly punched with a strange expression, closed his eyes, and punched again.

Everyone saw that Su Zhentian was trying to sense what Song Xiaodong had described. Xu Hao and Shen Ning also tried it but felt nothing.

After a while, Su Zhentian opened his eyes and deeply bowed to Song Xiaodong, saying, "Thank you, Family Head, for the guidance!"

Song Xiaodong smiled slightly and said, "It seems Zhentian has gained some insights. Congratulations."

Su Zhentian nodded and said, "I caught a glimpse of its subtlety, but if the Family Head has time in the future, please come and guide us more."

Song Xiaodong generously said, "No problem. I also benefit a lot from sparring with you, Zhentian."

Su Zhentian said, "Gentlemen, I need to retreat for a few days and won’t be able to accompany you," and then he went back to his room.

Song Xiaodong didn’t think it was impolite for Su Zhentian to do so. For a martial artist who had just attained enlightenment, it was absolutely urgent to study it further. Issues of etiquette were completely insignificant to Song Xiaodong.

"Eldest Brother, what exactly is this Perception Ability?" Xu Hao eagerly asked Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaodong pondered for a moment, then shook his head and said, "This kind of thing is more about sensing than explaining. Or maybe, your current abilities aren’t sufficient to comprehend this Perception Ability fully."

"Dang!" Xu Hao and Shen Ning were deeply disappointed, but their eyes still shone with eagerness.

Song Xiaodong smiled again and said, "When I prepare some medicine to boost your skills again, maybe then you’ll almost be able to grasp this concept."

"Dang! What are we waiting for? Let’s get started!" the two said excitedly.