Ancient Strengthening Technique - Chapter 2433

Chapter 2433

AST 2433 - Formidable Ling Chen, Leader of the Troop

“You know me . ” Ling Chen wasn’t surprised and had instead responded calmly .

As though it wasn’t strange for Qing Shui to know him, he said . Still, that wasn’t untrue . Ling Chen was well-known . He was the cream of the crop among the younger generation .

“I don’t actually, but I saw a Berserk Dragon which was killed instantaneously on my way here, and they all claimed it’s you . That’s how I guessed it . ” Qing Shui smiled casually .

Ling Chen observed Qing Shui before continuing, “I don’t like beating around the bush . I owe someone a favor and they wanted me to kill you all as repayment . ”

“That Fatty?” Qing Shui laughed .

“I can’t tell you . You’re free to make your own assumptions . To be honest, I don’t like killing others for no reason, but I have to repay what I owe . I don’t have a choice . ” Ling Chen explained begrudgingly .

“As the saying goes, don’t try to keep a good reputation if you have bad intentions . Isn’t that right?” Qing Shui couldn’t stand the pretentiousness of the elegant man, or perhaps it was because he was too outstanding that Qing Shui felt this way . Beautiful women couldn’t stand the sight of each other, and the same went for capable men .

Ling Chen was startled but wasn’t angered . In fact, he laughed . “You’re right . No one has ever described me in that say . Honestly, I’m not pretentious, but at least you speak the truth . ”

“Haha . No wonder they say that the lowly are all pretentious . I see it’s true . Alright, since you don’t have a choice, let us begin start . Life or death is up to destiny now,” Qing Shui chuckled .

“Alright . Are you fighting solo or in a group? You decide . ” Ling Chen asked confidently .

“Why don’t we have a fight between just the two of us? I want to see the strength of a young leader like yourself . ” Qing Shui replied after some thought .

Qing Shui was caught in a dilemma . It was a given that Ling Chen was strong . In addition, his identity was also another concern . He was a part of Nine Continents Mighty Spear Sect and was likely the next person to lead the sect . If he used any unique abilities to kill him, it would likely incur endless troubles for them .

This was one way a person’s background could affect the battle . One couldn’t just see the person as they appeared but also the powers backing them up . This was why nobody dared to kill the profligate sons . The latter wouldn’t be able to win against women but still, nobody would touch them and could only be bullied .

These people had even stronger people and existences backing them up . Those who were bullied only had their kins, parents, children, siblings, and such . For them, those people were the pawns they used to threaten the common folks .

It wasn’t that Qing Shui didn’t dare to kill Ling Chen, but he would only do it if he was left without any other choice . The timing wasn’t quite there yet . In Upper Three Regions, his abilities didn’t have any advantages . There were innumerable others who would be able to destroy him .

“Alright . Then, please!” Ling Chen agreed easily then leaped into mid-air .

Qing Shui didn’t panic or rush . He shifted his abilities to the highest before following suit .

Ling Chen was a warrior with Level Four Nurture God Realm, an outstanding existence . Compared to Qing Shui’s current abilities, the man was much stronger even if Qing Shui couldn’t be sure of their true potential .

“Please . ” Qing Shui indicated .

“Why don’t you go first!” Ling Chen didn’t say much but his entire aura erupted alive . Even towards an opponent like Qing Shui who was clearly not his match, he still wouldn’t let himself be careless .

Qing Shui didn’t stand on ceremony either, attacking with Emperor’s Qi straight away .

He used Heavenly Vision Technique as well .

The weakening abilities of Emperor’s Qi caused Ling Chen to frown . He was weakened by 20% of all abilities . That was a significant amount but still acceptable, although a little painful .

Qing Shui didn’t use his Golden Battle Halberd, leaving his hands empty .

This move had signified that Qing Shui made the first move . With a shift of his hands, the silhouette of a long spear shot towards Qing Shui .

Mighty Spear Palm!

The spear was about ten meters long, bringing about a snow-white aura . It was like a giant dragon as it pushed towards Qing Shui, engulfing him .

How strong!

Qing Shui could feel the incomparably might and murderous intent from the spear . Reaching out his hand, he landed a fist on the spear’s silhouette . With Heavenly Vision Technique, the strike was tactful and made use of Taichi, landing a hit on the weakest point .

Even through this, Qing Shui retreated three steps with surprise painting his features . Even a casual strike from his opponent could be this strong .

Ling Chen was shocked too . He had thought that the strike was enough to injury Qing Shui, maybe even heavily so . Little did he expect his opponent to merely retreat three steps, looking as though they were hardly even hurt .

At that moment, Qing Shui used Buddha Wisdom Seal .

It was a normal attack but it could lower its target’s attack powers without their realization .

World Annihilation Swipe!

Ling Chen moved again as the silhouette of a spear formed with it . It was more substantial than the previous and swept across . The speed of it didn’t allow rest for the spectator’s eyes and in just a moment, Qing Shui was engulfed in the silhouette .

Qing Shui felt a tremble, then another followed by unceasing shaking . Its strength was enough to combat ten warriors . With the difference in their realms, any casual attack was dangerous .

Windwhisk Willow .

Qing Shui’s Heavenly Vision Technique deciphered the silhouette of the spear . It was sweeping . Hence, once he spotted the location of the spear, he struck with Taichi Repulsion .

Leveraging on the strength, they retreated by hundreds of meters in an instant .

Qing Shui didn’t wish to fight force with force . His opponent was too strong and too quick .

A smile tugged at the corner of Ling Chen’s lips . He observed Qing Shui . While his opponent managed to dodge two of his attacks, his own abilities far surpassed them . There was no way they could fight against him .

Qing Shui didn’t know his opponent’s might, but Level Four Nurture God Realm was much higher than his own Level One . Every level would increase a person’s abilities significantly . Even with substantial weakening and Divine Weapon Flying Sword, their remaining powers still exceeded his own by a lot .

This was a difficult fight . His opponent was a member of Nine Continents Mighty Spear Sect . Once they used a weapon, their might would increase by another level .

Art of Pursuing!

With the use of Art of Pursuing, Qing Shui relaxed a little . After all, his rival’s speed wouldn’t be as quick anymore .

“Your cultivation is interesting . If you cooperate with me, I can kill off quite a few of those who surpassed my abilities . ” Ling Chen looked at Qing Shui . He did have that thought in mind of keeping this person by his side .

Qing Shui thought, “If you knew all my abilities, your eyes might just pop!”

“Fight with your full potential . You won’t be able to kill me otherwise . ” Qing Shui took out his Golden Battle Halberd .

Golden Battle Halberd’s abilities were still decent . After he broke through Nurture God Realm, the Divine Artifact had restored its powers and increased the damage significantly . It had perhaps more than its initial damage powers now . The exact number was a blur, but it didn’t exceed twice the initial . It was a great surprise .

Other weapons had its own increment, or at least the powers when in his hands increased by much . Qing Shui hadn’t used a weapon before and didn’t wish to change, much less throw away Golden Battle Halberd . This was a weapon from Golden Battle God Inheritance after all .

Weapons in the Nine Continents wouldn’t increase in might, generally . However, some techniques required the aid of weapons to reach its full potential, just like how sword techniques couldn’t be done without swords . Using hands as a substitute for such would dull its effects by a lot .