Mystic power swirled around him, roaring like dragons and tigers, as a fist hurtled forward, carrying with it gusts of forceful wind.
Facing such a powerful punch from Gong Luyun, Chu Feng also furrowed his brow and couldn't help but take a step back. He didn't dare to be careless and quickly employed the unique methods of a Spirit World Master, condensing a semi-transparent barrier in front of him.
"Boom!"
However, when that mystic-powered fist struck, the barrier wall he had just condensed shattered into pieces with a thunderous sound, utterly unable to withstand the might of Gong Luyun's punch.
"Oh no! Chu Feng can't block this punch!"
At this moment, everyone who had any connection to Chu Feng or hoped he would win was filled with terror, breaking into a cold sweat for him, because Gong Luyun's punch was truly formidable. Having shattered the barrier, not only was its power undiminished, but it was already upon Chu Feng.
"Sigh~"
At this instant, the experts who could clearly see the situation couldn't help but feel some regret. Gong Luyun was simply too strong; he shouldn't have remained within the Azure Dragon Sect. Even the first disciple of a first-rate sect, the Thousand Wind Sect, had been defeated by him. His strength was something that even some of the sect masters present admitted they could not match.
And what about Chu Feng? A year ago, he was at the Spirit Martial realm. Even if he possessed Mental Power, even if he was a Spirit World Master, even if his talent was heaven-defying, what could he have possibly achieved in just one year? How could he possibly withstand the attack of a Xuan Martial Fourth Level powerhouse? Therefore, many believed that Chu Feng simply couldn't block this strike.
"Whoosh!"
But just when most people thought Chu Feng was doomed to perish and felt sorry for this rare genius, Chu Feng activated the Mystic Art within his body, and streaks of lightning radiance rose from beneath his feet. His figure flickered, and he slid aside like a beam of light, dodging Gong Luyun's attack.
"Look! He dodged it! Chu Feng dodged it! He actually dodged Gong Luyun's attack!"
"Heavens, how is that possible? He's only at the Yuan Martial Seventh Level, so how could he dodge the attack of a Xuan Martial Fourth Level powerhouse? Has Chu Feng truly defied the heavens?"
"That's not right, that can't be! Didn't they say Chu Feng was only at the Spirit Martial realm a year ago? How is he at the Yuan Martial Seventh Level now? Did he break through several levels within a single year?" Seeing Chu Feng actually manage to dodge, many people stared wide-eyed, jaws agape, unable to contain their cries of astonishment.
"Hmph, you people are truly making a fuss over nothing. You only know Gong Luyun is a genius, but you don't know Chu Feng is even more monstrous! Remember this: a year ago today, Chu Feng was at the Spirit Martial Seventh Level. So, it's not that he broke through several levels in a year, but that in one year, he crossed an entire major realm."
"Furthermore, don't be surprised that Chu Feng, with a Yuan Martial Seventh Level cultivation, could dodge Gong Luyun's Xuan Martial Fourth Level attack, because his combat power is just that astonishing."
"As early as half a year ago, Chu Feng, with a Yuan Martial First Level cultivation, had already slain someone at the Yuan Martial Fifth Level, and he did so with complete ease. Therefore, this young man's combat power completely overturns common sense and exceeds your imagination."
At the same time, some who were informed about the situation began to proudly proclaim Chu Feng's heaven-defying deeds to the others.
After learning all this, some might doubt whether it was true, but those who had no doubts were already so shocked their jaws hit the ground, exclaiming with full faces of astonishment: "Is this still human?"
However, Chu Feng had no time to listen to the various exclamations from the crowd. At this moment, he was also covered in cold sweat, because that previous punch was truly not to be underestimated. Gong Luyun did possess some real skill compared to others.
Nevertheless, although that punch had been extremely dangerous, Chu Feng successfully dodged it and let out a triumphant laugh, saying to Gong Luyun: "Two more moves! If you can't kill me, your life is forfeit!"
"Hmph! I only used a fraction of my strength in the first punch to test your abilities. This second punch, I won't hold back!"
Being ridiculed by Chu Feng like this, Gong Luyun's expression changed slightly, feeling his face was losing its luster. So, he activated his Mystic Art, circulated his mystic power, and threw another punch directly at Chu Feng.
"Boom!"
This punch was faster and stronger than the previous one. Regardless of whether Gong Luyun had truly used only a fraction of his strength before, one had to admit that his second punch was indeed much fiercer than the first.
However, having witnessed the power of the first punch, Chu Feng had become cautious. He didn't waste time trying to truly block it. Instead, the moment Gong Luyun threw the punch, he used his Mental Power to determine the direction of the strike and executed a movement martial art at the very first instant, dodging just as the attack was about to hit him.
"He dodged it again!"
"Incredible! He actually dodged it again! If the first time was luck, then this second time is absolutely skill!"
When Chu Feng dodged Gong Luyun's attack once more, the crowd erupted in even more piercing cries of astonishment than before, because they were all marveling at Chu Feng's talent and strength, shocked by his combat power. But compared to the spectators enjoying the show, those around Gong Luyun were frowning deeply with worry.
In their one-year duel, Gong Luyun had to kill Chu Feng within three moves. If he failed, he had to commit suicide on the spot. This was the bold boast he had made back then, and naturally, he couldn't go back on his word.
Now, two moves had already been made, and Chu Feng was not only still alive but completely unharmed. If Gong Luyun couldn't kill Chu Feng with the third move, then it would be his own life on the line.
In fact, even Gong Luyun himself was frowning deeply, with beads of sweat the size of beans appearing on his forehead. He had actually been hesitating—hesitating about how much strength he should use against Chu Feng. After all, their cultivation levels were so far apart, and he was now considered a notable figure among the younger generation in Qingzhou.
If dealing with a mere Yuan Martial Realm Chu Feng required him to use his full strength, even if he won, he would become a laughingstock. That was why he hadn't gone all out before. But now he knew he couldn't hold back in this final punch; he had to use his full power, or else he would truly become a joke.
"Gong Luyun, one move left! Are you ready to face your self-destruction?" Chu Feng looked at the combat platform not far away, which Gong Luyun had cratered with his previous punches, wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, and then provocatively beckoned at Gong Luyun with his finger.
"Chu Feng, don't get cocky! Now I'll show you my true strength! Prepare to die!!!"
"Whoosh!"
With an angry roar, Gong Luyun didn't attack directly. Instead, he took a step forward, and his entire figure instantly vanished. When he reappeared, he was already behind Chu Feng.
His right fist was clenched, radiating streaks of brilliance as concentrated mystic power surged violently within it. His fist was condensed with incredibly terrifying mystic power, and he was now smashing it down towards Chu Feng. Most importantly, the pressure from his Xuan Martial Fourth Level cultivation was firmly enveloping Chu Feng, sealing off all avenues of retreat. At this distance, Chu Feng had nowhere to dodge.
P.S. Happy Dragon Boat Festival! Wishing you all a great time, good food, good drink, and everything good! The surge continues—here's the third chapter!