Ancient Strengthening Techniques
Chapter 41 - Qing Bei vs Lan Yan`er
Although the competition had no limits in terms of the number of people the clan could send, the clan would only choose those who had at least cultivated to the 6th Class of the Martial Warrior Realm. The reason was that/it was a division between 5th and 6th grade could be said to be the first big cliff that cultivators would face. Cultivators from Class 5 were at most considered to be slightly stronger humans. Only when one broke through to Grade 6 would they be considered to have set foot on the path of cultivation. As a result, no matter how many Cla.s.s 5 Martial Soldiers were sent, they would all be helpless against a 6th Martial Warrior Class. They would only be defeated in vain but only one move, like an egg hitting a rock.
Qing Hu was the first competitor, and since he had just broken through to the 6th Class of the Martial Warrior Realm, he decided to test his new strength in the arena. As soon as he entered, an opponent of the same age had entered the arena.
Perhaps because Qing Hu was empty-handed, his opponent did not carry any weapons with him when he entered the arena.
’’ Qing Clan, Qing Hu! ’’
” Lan Clan, Lan Xing! ’’
After the two warriors did their self-introductions, Situ Nan Tian gently announced the introduction to the battle.
Qing Shui wasn't sure if Qing Hu had learned another martial technique from the Qing Clan, but he was sure that/that technique Qing Hu was currently using was none other than the Solitary Rapid Fist that he taught him! In Qing Shui's eyes, the attacks and attitudes executed by Qing Hu looked extremely clumsy, but it seemed that it was enough to go against Lan Xing.
The spectators below the arena could tell that/it was when it came to the level of strength, attack speed and body movement, Qing Hu was below Lan Xing. However, just based on the strange fist technique he used, Qing Hu relied on his agile hands to adequately defend against Lan Xing, and even managed to cause Lan Xing to take a single step back. After the exchange, both parties retreated, and Lan Xing stood to the side with his brows furrowed as he********** his hands were numb, as if in shock.
Not giving his opponent any time to rest, Qing Hu rushed forward while carefully considering what the best attack path was. Qing Hu could already be considered knowledgeable about the location of the weakest acupoints of the human body and the important meridians. However, when he faced an opponent with the same strength, despite knowing his position and weaknesses, the chances of attacking at a certain acupoints were not high. Even so, Qing Hu's execution was brilliant, and after the second exchange Lan Xing was shocked.
Despite her numb hands, Lan Xing forcefully clenched his fingers into a fist, and roared as he rushed towards Qing Hu. It seemed like he had learned his lesson, and wanted to rely on his favorable speed and body movements to fight with Qing Hu rather than fight head-on.
Qing Hu calmly held back his ground despite Lan Xing's speed. Qing Hu knew that/that if Lan Xing wanted to defeat her, it was by no means an easy matter. Whenever Lan Xing wanted to attack Qing Hu, he had to come within Qing Hu's frightening fist range. Qing Hu slightly raised his arm and readied his fist, giving a devastating attack whenever the opportunity arose. Gradually, Lan Xing's reactions became slower and slower, while Qing Hu's fist attacks became increasingly agile! This was the effect caused by experiencing an actual battle!
Because the rules forbid attacks that would lead to death, and in addition because there was no hatred between Qing Hu and Lan Xing, there was no hatred between Qing Hu and Lan Xing, Qing Hu refrained from attacking any of the lethal acupoints located in the head area of his opponent. Binding his time, and waiting for the right opportunity, Qing Hu finally jumped forward, and shocked his opponent. Using his nimble hands to execute the Quick Fist Technique, he positioned himself on Lan Xing's back and skillfully thrust at Tian Zhu, Fu Fen, Da Zhu, and the others, Fei Yu acupoints [1] around the back neck area of Lan Xing.
Even Qing Shui was amazed by Qing Hu's graceful execution. When Qing Hu turned his head, Qing Shui showed his agreement with his eyes, and with a slight smile on his lips, he slightly nodded towards Qing Hu.
After the fight, the Lan Clan sent two more Martial Class 6 warriors who were defeated by Qing Hu in an equally skilled manner. At this point, not only were the other clans shocked by Qing Hu's appearance, even the 2nd and 3rd generations of his own Clan felt that/that he was outstanding.
Gradually, Qing Hu was defeated by the 7th class Martial Soldier. There was glory even in his defeat. After which, a Grade 7 Martial Warrior of the Tong Clan defeated a Grade 7 Martial Warrior of the Lan Clan, but they in turn lost to a girl from the Feng Clan.
At the end of the 7th Martial Warrior fight, Lan Yan`er was the only one left standing. No one could match him below the 8th grade. Seeing the unyielding woman he loved standing in the arena, a bitter feeling surfaced in Qing Hu's heart.
Indeed, Lan Yan`er was a little genius who was the pride of the Lan Clan. Even Qing Yang and Qing Hui suffered a defeat at his hands. The brief moments of Qing Hu's glory were brought to the Qing Clan, quickly disappearing when the Lan Clan stole the limelight.
Seeing Lan Yan`er who was currently in high spirits and showing off an air of boundless arrogance stood on the stage. After he defeated another Cla.s.s 7 Martial Warrior at the peak of 7th grade, Qing Bei gritted her teeth and jumped into the arena.
Although there was a distance between Lan Yan`er who was at the peak of Class 7, as well as Qing Bei who had just stepped into Class 7;Qing Bei showed no fear as she narrowed her eyes and locked her gaze onto Lan Yan `er.
Lan Yan`er was already fully matured as she was already past puberty, and could be considered dazzling by males anywhere as they were lured by the flirtatious expression in her gaze. In comparison, Qing Bei was a fully immature rose, which exuded a pure and vibrant feeling.
” You are not my opponent, just obediently retreat, big sister will not bear to see you in pain. ” Lan Yan`er smiled widely, with her eyes twinkling, as they narrowed to a crescent moon shape.
” Ahh, what a pity. Even he is older, his character is definitely not my cup of tea. Furthermore, Qing Hu fell in love with her. ” Qing Shui said to himself in secret, as he stared at Lan Yan`er's dazzling face.
’’ Ten moves! I only need ten steps to defeat you. If you still haven't been defeated at that time, I'll admit defeat. ” Qing Bei calmly said as her words made everyone in the audience flinch.
Even Qing Shui was struck by lightning. He had always regarded Qing Bei as a gentle little lamb, and it seemed like this was not so. Qing Bei actually dared to issue such a proclamation!
Perhaps the proclamation had humiliated Lan Yan`er, because she had not expected Qing Bei to act so boldly. As her smile froze on her face, she said grimly ” Oh so, you better be careful then. ” Lan Yan`er whipped out a light blue sharp sword that had defeated many others. The color of the sword was as clear as water, so it could be likened to the eyes of a clear woman.
In response, Qing Bei took out a set of gloves made of chains and equipped them. Gloves covered his entire arm. He tilted his head to look at the waiting Lan Yan`er.
Qing Shui knew that/it was a chain glove that Qing Bei used made of silkworm silk ice that was only found deep in the northern regions. It was resistant to cuts and slashes from ordinary weapons. Under the arena, earlier when Qing Hu fought, Qing Bei had already told Qing Shui about the origin of this chain glove array. It was purchased by Qing Luo, and there was only one pair of them within the Qing Clan. It could be considered an above-average weapon, as users could still move quickly with them, compared to being wrapped in heavy gloves made of gold and steel that slowed down the user.
When Qing Bei first made her move, Qing Shui was shocked. Not only Qing Shui, even the entire Qing Clan as well. Who knew that/it Qing Bei had already reached the early stages of the Qing Clan Lotus Steps. Combining the Lotus Steps together with the Solitary Rapid Fist, it was truly a dazzling sight to behold!
Of course, it would not be enough to guarantee such a start. What was truly extraordinary, was that/it was the execution of the Solitary Rapid Boxing by Qing Bei even more spectacular than Qing Hu's previous execution. It seemed as if Qing Bei had grasped the true essence of the words ” Solitary and Rapid ’, and had completely grasped the classic essence of this technique's fist!
Qing Bei was comparable to the ferocious, agile and agile leopard, yet she also had an overbearing strength. He left the audience gasping for breath as he advanced towards Lan Yan`er.
” No wonder this little boy dared to issue such a statement. It seemed like he was willing to use the psychological battle pressure in combination with the insights he held to completely destroy Lan Yan`er. ” Qing Shui realized this when he watched the small frame Qing Bei gave an attack with pressure from Mount Tai, as he slowly pushed Lan Yan`er back.
To win in a fight, one must tread a narrow path to victory. Right now, this description best described the situation between Lan Yan`er and Qing Bei. The complicated attack from Qing Bei was comparable to a hurricane. His arm could be likened to a snake, as he mercilessly attacked.
” Step 8! ” Qing Bei declared, as her body flashed as she avoided the horizontal sweep of Lan Yan`er's sword.
After getting used to Lan Yan`er's sword attack, Qing Bei did not waste any more time. ” I've seen all of your techniques, ” he said before nimbly rushing forward at the speed of a shooting star, and mercilessly hitting his fist at Lan Yan`er Tian Tu Acupoint (2), which he had, which made him faint.
This was the 9th step of Qing Bei!
