Translated by: Novellise
Fist Intent: Wind and Thunder!
Golden Bell!
Iron Cloth Shirt!
Iron Sand Palm!
...
Quantity makes up for the lack of quality.
Facing Wu Hongsheng, a legendary figure who had long been famous, Lu Yuan dared not be careless.
He displayed dozens of third-rate martial arts one after the other.
However, advanced martial arts were a complete downgrade to third-tier martial arts.
Besides, there was already a huge gap in strength between Lu Yuan and Wu Hongsheng.
He had just entered the grandmaster realm, while Wu Hongsheng was a well-known martial arts grandmaster both domestically and internationally!
In the face of the Eight Extremities Fist, all of Lu Yuan's moves were like paper, unable to resist at all.
As expected, Lu Yuan's shoulder was hit by Wu Hongsheng's fist, his body retreated tens of metres, and his left arm was bleeding profusely, obviously suffering a severe blow!
Seeing this scene, everyone couldn't help but sigh.
The difference between advanced martial arts and third-rate martial arts was simply too great.
There was simply no way to defend oneself!
Up until that moment, many martial artists finally understood why Lu Yuan was willing to take such a risk and challenge others.
After all, compared to advanced martial arts, third-rate martial arts were child's play!
"The title of 'God Fist' is well deserved."
Lu Yuan coughed a few times, blood dripping from the corner of his mouth.
At this point, he could only use his last resort.
"Hard work pays off, open!"
One minute of work is worth a hundred times!
For the duration of the talent, Lu Yuan could receive a hundred times the profit no matter what he did.
This meant that in a battle with the enemy, he could gain a hundred times the combat experience from just one encounter!
As long as he wasn't killed, there was still a chance to turn the tables!
Thus, all the martial artists present witnessed a strange scene.
Although Wu Hongsheng's attack was fierce and he had the upper hand, Lu Yuan was like an indestructible bug. No matter what kind of attack he faced, he could survive resiliently.
And as time passed, Lu Yuan's fighting style became more skilled, his moves became more proficient, and his inner strength became even tougher.
At the end of the battle, everyone discovered an unbelievable fact.
Lu Yuan was getting stronger as he fought, growing at an unimaginable rate!
[You have greatly increased your combat experience by facing a strong enemy!]
[You have refined your inner strength to the utmost, breaking through to the Grandmaster realm!]
[You have developed your moves to the fullest, seamlessly blending multiple martial arts techniques!]
A fight to the death easily unleashes one's full potential, especially with the blessing of "Hard Work Pays Off".
Half an hour later.
Lu Yuan, who had been suppressed throughout the fight, finally turned the tide and was able to face Wu Hongsheng on equal terms.
One hour later.
Lu Yuan is gradually gaining the upper hand.
Two hours later.
A roar erupted from Lu Yuan's entire body as he combined dozens of third-tier martial arts into one, delivering a heavy blow to Wu Hongsheng with a single fist.
Wu Hongsheng's figure flew backwards, leaving a long trail on the ground.
The legendary figure of the martial arts world had been defeated!
"The old head has finally been defeated."
From astonishment, to shock, to disbelief, to complete numbness, each of the martial artists present reacted differently.
"The successor has offended you, please forgive me."
Lu Yuan bowed once more and paid his respects.
"No problem, strength is respected in the martial arts world. Whoever has the stronger fist is right."
"I also did such things in my youth."
Wu Hongsheng took it lightly.
Years ago, when he travelled far and wide with his iron fists, who knew how many martial arts schools he had visited.
Now that Lu Yuan came to challenge him, he could accept it as well.
"With your talent, practising a bunch of third-rate martial arts is indeed a waste."
"Now that you have the Eight Extremities Fist scripture, perhaps within twenty years you will have a chance to break through to the peak of martial arts."
Wu Hongsheng could both take and let go.
After losing, he did not hold any grudge against Lu Yuan. Instead, he appreciated him even more.
Lu Yuan couldn't help but feel inferior in the face of such a temperament.
"May I ask, what is the realm of ultimate martial arts?"
Lu Yuan inquired humbly.
He had heard about this realm from the old master of Wudang last time.
However, the old master was reluctant to elaborate on it.
"The end of Dao."
Wu Hongsheng remained silent for a long time before uttering these four words.
"Like Patriarch Bodhidharma hundreds of years ago and Zhang Zhenren of Wudang, they have reached this realm."
"When you enter this realm, you can walk in the air and breathe out swords, hence the title 'Invincible on Earth' for the ultimate in martial arts!"
"But what about the ultimate in martial arts?"
"In this era of the Dharma's decline, no matter how strong your martial arts skills are, no matter how great your talent is, in the end it's all in vain."
Wu Hongsheng sighed heavily, feeling somewhat disheartened.
"Senior's words are wrong."
Lu Yuan shook his head.
"The path of martial arts is like rowing against the current - if you do not go forward, you will go backward."
"We martial artists should be more courageous and move forward without hesitation, push forward!"
"Restoring the glory of martial arts is our duty!"
Wu Hongsheng smiled.
But there was a sense of desolation and sadness in that smile.
He was once like Lu Yuan now.
Famous at a young age, full of ambition, eager to revive the martial arts.
But only after experiencing certain events would one understand how absurd everything they had done was.
But looking at Lu Yuan's youthful face, Wu Hongsheng suddenly felt an unrealistic hope.
"Because of that incident, my Dao heart was damaged, and I have been declining ever since."
"But he is still young, and his talent is even better than mine. Maybe he can really do it?
...
The challenge was over.
The news of Lu Yuan's victory over the Eight Extremities Dojo immediately spread through the entire network via various media.
As soon as the news broke out, the entire martial arts world was in an uproar!
Especially Lu Yuan's words.
"Restoring the glory of martial arts is our duty.
It was the credo of countless martial artists.
Many ordinary young people were inspired by this phrase, inspiring them to dedicate themselves to martial arts and become warriors!
In a moment.
The entire martial arts world was in an uproar, and all forces were focused on Lu Yuan.
Qian Country, Capital City.
Inside a certain laboratory.
"The Eight Extremities Dojo lost?"
A man in his thirties looked somewhat incredulous upon hearing this news.
Dressed in a white coat and wearing black-framed glasses, he appeared unremarkable, similar to the expert professors often seen on television.
But only those with him knew.
The man before them, Chen Hongyu, possessed a terrifying power beyond any title or reputation.
His three words, Chen Hongyu, were enough to make many dignitaries treat him as an honoured guest.
Even the current emperor had to treat him as a national treasure!
"This doesn't seem right. Lu Yuan's growth rate seems a bit unreasonable. I want all his records and information."
"And get me a copy of the complete video of this battle."
Chen Hongyu pushed off his glasses and spoke firmly.
"You are responsible for constantly monitoring his movements. If there are any abnormal occurrences, report to me immediately."
"He has caused such an uproar, it must be stopped immediately."
"If the situation gets out of control, have the Dragon Group pay him a visit."
"The Ark Plan is at a critical juncture; there must be no room for error!"
(End of chapter).