High Martial Arts Era: Starting Comprehension Increased by 100,000 Times

Chapter 207 The One Who Will Die is Me

Inside an ordinary, abandoned martial arts school.

Within the barrier domain.

The silver-haired youth's figure flashed, his eyes gleaming like lightning, and a punch covered in white energy slammed into the air.

"null--!"

The air trembled violently as an extremely condensed shockwave expanded and contracted repeatedly within a small area, fluctuating thirteen times in an instant! This caused the power to accumulate layer upon layer, unleashing a terrifying force nearly nine times its normal power!

If Jiang Yuan hadn't restrained his power, that single punch would have been enough to shake the space and shatter the barrier formed by the dark gold-grade artifacts!

Eight-star martial art [Air Strike], Minor Success!

After one punch.

Jiang Yuan drew his katana, Cangqie, from his waist again, and in a flash appeared behind a Star Shield Beast corpse that was as large as a house and as hard as A-grade alloy.

"Whoa..."

Jiang Yuan exhaled softly, slowly sheathed his sword, and made a crisp clanging sound.

"Click—"

Behind him.

A meter-long slash remained in the air, dark and deep, its other end seemingly connecting to the boundless void. The Star Shield Beast's incredibly hard body was directly cleaved in two and continuously sucked into the void, disappearing in an instant.

"As expected of a martial skill that reaches the ninth level even in its incomplete form, it is indeed difficult."

Jiang Yuan sighed.

After several hours of exploration and practice, he swung his knife and punched tens of thousands of times.

At this moment, he had only mastered this move to a minor level.

"Unfortunately, the power unlocked this time is the Dragon Magic Circuit."

"If only the power to unseal this time was [Supreme Analysis]."

Jiang Yuan sighed.

In that case, he should be able to fully grasp this move and the "air strike" technique in one night.

Spend more time.

Deducing the complete story isn't too difficult...

After a night of cultivation.

Feeling the immense, molten blood and qi within his body increase slightly, becoming increasingly pure and natural, Jiang Yuan gained a new understanding.

"Practicing martial arts can also nourish the body and enhance physical strength."

"As expected, a martial artist should practice martial arts regularly, rather than simply killing monsters to gain experience points and level up..."

"Skills are shortcuts, but martial arts are the foundation."

"Previously I was killing ferocious beasts, and recently I've been relying on the Blood Sacrifice Gloves to devour other Grandmasters to increase my health and strength. The level increases have been too easy. I haven't been able to calm down and cultivate for a long time..."

"I'm stuck at the thirty-third form of the Immortal Body Forging Technique and haven't made any progress. Perhaps I've been too focused on external forces and forgotten that my own body is the foundation."

Jiang Yuan thought to himself, reminding himself to be vigilant.

While breaking the seal, self-cultivation must not be neglected!

It's time to take a step back and reflect.

"Whoosh!"

Night appeared in the darkness.

She is an epic-level Night Dancer. After fusing with the blood of darkness, Jiang Yuan obtained a set of gold-level armor for her at the Paradise Pavilion, the [Black Kill Set], which is most suitable for her to use now. Her speed and attributes are now even more amazing. Silent and stealthy, with doubled damage, she is simply an executioner in the dark.

"Master, Ye has found him."

Jiang Yuan's next opponent is the five-star Berserker Saint, Uesugi Tiger.

Jiang Yuan glanced sideways: "Where is he?"

"In the Lions Club."

"Oh?" Jiang Yuan raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised, but not much.

According to the information in Gokurakukan.

Uesugi Tora seems to be a boy with a strong sense of justice, who would do anything for justice, even resorting to unscrupulous means.

Therefore, it is highly regarded by the Lions Club, which upholds justice and order.

The two sides have a close relationship.

If one learns that their next opponent is themselves, it's understandable that they would seek refuge with the Lions Club.

"I heard from the Paradise Society that, besides the three founding families, the Lion Society also possesses some impressive secret treasures..."

Jiang Yuan's eyes flickered.

"I think it's called the Bone of a Saint, right?"

…………

Early morning.

Lions Club.

Shining Sword Rider - Kujou Ruri, dressed in a black training uniform with her hair tied in a high ponytail, stood in the center of the empty dojo, holding a bamboo sword in each hand and her eyes closed.

The teacher's words kept echoing in my mind.

"Kujo, go and experience it."

"Feel it with your heart."

"Feel the energy between heaven and earth, feel the breath and rhythm of all things, and in this way, you can... comprehend the true meaning of the sword and master... the realm of the sword."

woohoo hoo...

Tiny wisps of air rippled out from beneath her feet.

The temple where she was located seemed to have transformed into a vast ocean, with blue waves surging and undulating beneath her feet.

A long time passed.

The strange phenomenon disappeared.

Ruri Kujo opened her eyes, her face showing disappointment.

"It failed again..."

The sliding door to the temple was pushed open, and an old woman knelt at the entrance, respectfully saying:

"Miss Kujo, it's time for breakfast."

"Just leave it there. I still need to cultivate, so don't disturb me."

"Yes……"

The old woman withdrew.

Kujou Ruri opens the Grand Rank rankings.

As time passed overnight, the list underwent some changes.

【Tyrant】 - Shirakawa Gen has four stars and is ranked twelfth.

She's already at four stars now, I wonder if she'll ever run into him.

"I hope I don't run into..."

Kujo Ruri prayed in her heart.

"You won't run into them."

As if someone had heard her thoughts, a bold male voice rang out from not far away.

The sliding door opened, and a figure rushed in.

Kujo Ruri looked over, her brows furrowing slightly.

"Is it you?"

Wearing sunglasses, the rugged young man with spiky gray hair raised his hand at her and grinned:

"Yo, Ruri, it's been a long time."

"It's you. What are you doing here?" Kujou Ruri frowned, not having a good impression of her childhood friend.

She had witnessed him use a young girl who loved him to kill an enemy, which ultimately led to the girl's death in an accident.

Afterwards, when Ueyama Tiger stood in front of the girl's tombstone, he said something in the pouring rain that Kujo Ruri would never forget.

She didn't die because of me; she sacrificed herself for justice.

No matter the cost, I will change this.

"You're as cold as ever. You have such a cute smile. I wonder who will marry you in the future."

Uesugi Tora chuckled, despite his young age, his head was completely white, making him look like a dying old man.

Just as Kujo Ruri was about to say something.

Uesugi Toraka suddenly said:

"If I die, could you please send a bouquet of flowers to Nanako's grave this year?"

Nanako is that girl's name.

Kujo Ruri felt a slight tremor in her heart.

"you……"

Suddenly, the barrier covering the Lions Club distorted and fluctuated, and several Lions Club grandmasters opened their eyes in the shadows.

Under the shocked gaze of Kujo Ruri.

A tall, slender, and familiar figure appeared in the darkness of the room. He wore a scarlet glove on his left hand, an ancient and weathered stone mask on his face, his full head of silver hair swept back, and a smile on his lips. He was mysterious and noble, powerful and ruthless.

"They've come as expected," Uesugi Tora sighed softly.

It came faster than he had imagined.

Fortunately, preparations are complete.

"Shirakawa Gen?!" Kujo Ruri exclaimed in surprise.

Uesugi Tora stepped out from beside Kujo Ruri, leaving behind a single sentence.

"You won't be matched with him; you'll die at his hands. That's me."

Kujo Ruri was taken aback.

Uesugi Tiger walked up to Jiang Yuan.

Jiang Yuan: "You knew I was looking for you?"

"Although I'm not good at studying, I still have a brain," Uesugi Tora said with a smile.

"Your vitality is like a candle flickering in the wind, but there is no despair in your eyes. What are you planning?" Jiang Yuan asked curiously.

"In shogi, even the most lowly move can sometimes checkmate the king," Uesugi Tora said, crushing the forced displacement crystal hidden in his palm.

"Whoosh!"

A mysterious purple light descended instantly, enveloping the two of them.

When Kujo Ruri opened her eyes again, the two had already disappeared.

"What exactly happened?"

As if she had just thought of something, she immediately rushed towards the ancestral hall deep inside.

Of the four grandmasters who originally guarded this place, only one remains, and the saint's bone, which was enshrined at the highest point and wrapped in cloth, has also disappeared.

"Elder, what exactly are you planning to do?"

silence.

Where did they go?

"Lion Cave Ruins"

Upon hearing this answer...

Nine of Ruri's pupils contracted slightly, revealing a startling conjecture.

"Elder, could it be that you intend to...?"

"good."

The elderly Lions Club elder, seated cross-legged high above, spoke softly with his eyes closed: "His existence threatens the order."

"For the sake of justice, he must be killed, even if it means sacrificing myself. That's what that Uesugi kid told me."

Kujo Ruri slowly opened her eyes wide.

"Could it be that he intends to...!"

"He was prepared to die, so I let him take the Saint's Bone with him. When necessary, the Saint's Bone will respond to his resolve."

……

at the same time.

Within the world of ruins controlled by the Lions Clubs.

Amidst the endless yellow sand, giant stone pillars pierce the sky and the earth.

Jiang Yuan was entangled by three ninth-level Lions Guild elders.

And under the effect of the Light Relic held by one of them, his Dark Domain was greatly weakened.

"Da da da da da da!"

"Bang bang bang bang bang bang!!"

Uesugi Tiger burned his life force, unleashing his talent to create countless gun barrels and cannons around his body, spitting out flames. Countless bullets, imbued with magic, rained down on Jiang Yuan.

"This is my final dance! Taste the giant missile!!" Uesugi Tora laughed, spitting blood as he manufactured guns and weapons.

"Swish swish!!"

Rockets crackling with blue arcs of electricity crisscrossed the air as they hurtled toward Jiang Yuan.

This truly embodies the meaning of overwhelming firepower and the rage of saints who sacrifice everything for justice.

"Bang bang bang bang bang!!"

Huge explosions continued to erupt in the air.

Jiang Yuan emerged from the smoke and dust, his body enveloped in golden energy, his silver hair flowing freely, and the black mark between his brows adding to his eerie and mysterious aura.

"Using yourself as bait to lure me into a trap, then teleporting me to the world of ruins to suppress my power—the idea is good, but... it's not enough!"

As Jiang Yuan spoke, golden light burst forth from the depths of his eyes, unleashing a powerful aura that forcefully resisted the oppressive force of the world upon him.

He looked at Uesugi Tora in the distance.

"If you dared to do something like this, I think you were already prepared to die, right?"

Under his oppressive aura, Uesugi Tiger was pressed firmly to the ground, almost crushed to pieces, but he remained conscious and gritted his teeth to endure it.

A faint golden light appeared on his chest, and the cloth covering the saint's bones shattered inch by inch.

"This guy... his strength is indeed as monstrous as the rumors say!" the Lions Club's Third Elder exclaimed. "No, it even exceeds expectations."

"Don't be careless! He must have a big secret. If we can take him down, our Lions Club will have the power to contend with the three major families!" The Fourth Elder's voice was cold.

This is the Lions Club's ultimate goal in deciding on this siege.

"Heh." Jiang Yuan sneered, "If you're capable of doing it, then come and try."

"Arrogant!" The ninth-tier Grandmaster swordsman shouted coldly, holding the Bright Blade, and slashed down, the huge light of the blade instantly filling the entire field of vision.

Lanlan appeared around Jiang Yuan, and a dreamy blue light appeared.

[Return to Emptiness]

All attacks missed.

Jiang Yuan flashed again, arriving in front of the ninth-tier magic grandmaster holding a staff, and punched down.

next moment.

The ninth-tier magic grandmaster and the ninth-tier shieldman in the distance swapped positions.

Jiang Yuan used the [Air Strike] technique, shattering the ninth-tier shield elder's large shield with a single punch. His fist also shattered and splattered blood due to the opponent's parry skill.

Jiang Yuan didn't care at all, his left hand, wearing the blood sacrifice glove, clenched into a fist.

[Dry Strike] + [Moment]

A punch that pierced through the gap in time slammed heavily into his abdomen, sending him flying backward, coughing up blood.

Jiang Yuan transformed into a black light and caught up at lightning speed, instantly unleashing punches from all directions around him.

Nine-hit combo in the air!

Nine white spheres formed from shockwaves appeared around the shield bearer, and then exploded simultaneously.

"Bang bang bang bang bang bang!!!"

The terrifying power was condensed into a small space, and the destructive force generated by its continuous accumulation could tear apart even a ninth-tier star shield beast, let alone a ninth-tier shield warrior with a human body.

In an instant.

A shield master with tens of thousands of health points and over eight thousand defense points was reduced to a head and body, his limbs missing and his health points depleted.

Just as Jiang Yuan was about to get rid of him completely.

The Grandmaster Shieldsman uttered with difficulty, "Life Shield...trap."

In an instant, an immense force crushed Jiang Yuan, making him feel as if he were carrying a giant mountain, drastically reducing his speed. At the same time, black halos bound Jiang Yuan's limbs, making it difficult for him to move.

"The harm I have suffered will be transformed into your suppression."

As the Grandmaster Shieldman spoke, a top-grade life crystal appeared before him, and just as he was about to bite it to pieces.

Blue Blue made its move. It rushed out at an extremely fast speed, slapped the life crystal away with its tail, and then swallowed it whole.

"What?!" The Grandmaster Shieldbearer's eyes widened in disbelief.

"Waaaaah~~"

Lanlan made a cheerful sound and then unleashed her skill.

【Three Thousand Strikes of Divine Water】

"Splash!!"

The sound of ocean waves echoed from the void, followed by a rapid convergence of water elements between heaven and earth. To the horrified gaze of the Shield Master Grandmaster, a vast ocean formed above his head, and then... crashed down with a deafening roar!

"Shield of Holy Light!"

The ninth-tier Grandmaster of the magic system finished chanting and made his move, forming a huge light shield that blocked the attack, which was like a forbidden spell.

But before the shield master could even relax for a moment.

Jiang Yuan's eyes flashed, and his terrifying mental power, amplified by the [Sage's Mask], surged towards the three of them, causing the stone pillars to collapse and the sky to be torn apart by this extremely terrifying force.

"It's a psychological attack!"

"not good!"

The strongest of the three, the old swordsman, had a drastic change in expression and retreated rapidly.

The shield master's soul was instantly destroyed, and the magic master barely managed to block the attack after using several defensive spirit items.