Urban All-Round Master

Furthermore, especially since the founding of the nation, the offspring of powerful families have become increasingly less competent with each generation. This time, the small duchies are dissatisfied with their annual tributes, so every time they come, they bring some powerful young people to challenge us, partly to see if the younger generation in the Lianyun Empire is strong.

It’s also a test. If they lose, Lianyun Empire is still seen as a divine presence in their eyes.

If they win, they would look down on the Lianyun Empire.

”Don’t worry, everything is under control with me here.” The National Guardian Martial God Dongfang Haoxuan smiled, indicating for the chubby Emperor to rest assured.

After some discussion, the chubby Emperor took Dongfang Haoxuan to meet the envoys of the two small duchies, while Lin Zifeng followed Dongfang Xiaohuang wandering around the Imperial Palace.

Initially, Dongfang Xiaohuang intended to take him on a casual stroll through the palace, but Lin Zifeng insisted on going to the library to check some information. So, under the guidance of the servants, Lin Zifeng went to the largest library in the palace.

Originally, it was supposed to be an exciting event, but after entering the palace library, Lin Zifeng couldn’t find what he needed at all, leaving him utterly hopeless...

Very soon, the requirements proposed by the two small duchies could only be met head-on, with three contests to be held, and whoever wins two out of three rounds is declared the victor.

The National Guardian Martial God personally selected the contestants, and these participants were pre-determined as Dongfang Ziyue from the Dongfang Family, Situ Mingzheng from the Situ Family, and a guard general from the Emperor’s side.

All three are powerful figures among their peers. Wanting to select stronger peers in the Lianyun Empire isn’t impossible, but there’s no one willing to participate in these so-called contests.

Dongfang Ziyue is considered a prodigy in the Lianyun Empire, Situ Mingzheng is currently the Great General and a powerful Dragon Knight, who also has complicated ties with some Ancient Clan.

As for the identity of the mysterious guard beside the chubby Emperor, it is said that although he is not yet thirty, his combat power is unmatched among his peers.

Moreover, the three experts brought by the two small duchies are nothing short of impressive, as they are young super warriors in their own countries.

When Lin Zifeng and Dongfang Xiaohuang returned, the great battle had already begun, with Dongfang Ziyue being the first to face an opponent.

Dongfang Ziyue’s opponent was a burly man chosen by the Lamei Duchy. His massive figure and the muscles on his bare torso twisted like a wyvern, looking extremely intimidating.

”Wow, it’s a good thing I didn’t miss the exciting show.” Dongfang Xiaohuang appeared unusually excited, whereas Lin Zifeng was very calm.

”Come on, Brother Lin, quickly come over and sit.” The chubby Emperor waved warmly at Lin Zifeng with a smile. This chubby man’s surname is Liu, called Liu Meng, but Lin Zifeng secretly refers to him as Liu Fatty in his heart.

”Thank you, Emperor.” Lin Zifeng smiled.

”Haha, what’s there to thank! We’re all one of us, using the word ’thank’ seems too formal, isn’t it?” Liu Fatty laughed heartily before personally inviting Lin Zifeng to sit and watch the following contests together, which made Lin Zifeng feel slightly honored. He deliberately noted Dongfang Haoxuan’s expression beside him and, seeing it, whew, this old guy seemed quite pleased with him mingling with Liu Fatty.

Damn it, are this Liu Fatty and old Dongfang guy partners or something? Otherwise, how could Liu Fatty be so kind to me?

The result was... Lin Zifeng sitting with Liu Fatty caused quite a stir and astonishment in the whole venue. To be able to sit with Liu Fatty, what kind of status must this person have?

”Hello, my name is Kai Menwei.” The burly man cupped his fists in salute to Dongfang Ziyue, but the face-masked Dongfang Ziyue completely ignored the muscle-bound block in front of her.

This made the burly man very angry; he was a prominent figure among his peers, yet was belittled by this little girl in front of him. He was infuriated at once.

Crossing his fists, he suddenly uttered a low shout, and between his fists sprang a purple aura circle. The aura circle was full of energy, wrapping around his fists, seemingly having defensive capabilities.

Lin Zifeng frowned slightly, pondering secretly, is this the so-called Daoist Technique? Damn it, how is this any different from the Totem Battle Skills that we came up with in the Mortal World?

His Gray Dragon Hand is also formed from the Elemental Power within, and its color can change variably to be defensive or offensive, again no different from Totem Battle Skills.

”If you want to fight, fight! Waste fewer words!” Dongfang Ziyue’s icy pupils flashed with intense battle intent, longsword in hand, and with a fierce shake, the blade was covered with an intense Sword Qi.

Facing the opponent, her snow-like gaze bore no hue. This contest must not be lost; not only would her reputation as a prodigy be utterly tarnished, but her father’s reputation, the National Guardian Martial God’s, would also be greatly affected. Therefore, she must defeat and slay the opponent in the shortest time to secure victory.

However, she miscalculated, despite the opponent not showing much of a master’s demeanor, Dongfang Ziyue’s face changed drastically when the opponent struck, a simple punch right onto her Sword Net.

”Boom!”

The first layer of the Sword Net was utterly shattered under the burly man’s fierce punch!

”What!”

Not just Dongfang Ziyue widened her almond eyes in shock, even the National Guardian Martial God almost stood up in excitement. The surrounding civil and military officials saw with their own eyes that the person could break through Dongfang Ziyue’s intense Sword Net with just a bare fist punch, fully proving this person’s strength, reaching such a level among his peers, he was indeed quite formidable.

”Haha, little girl, you’re nothing but this, come again!” The burly man laughed heartily, proudly pounding his own chest, and then walked slowly towards Dongfang Ziyue with large steps.

Even though the burly man was slow and not very nimble, his strength was tremendous, and if his punch landed and Dongfang Ziyue couldn’t withstand it, she would be heavily injured by him.

”Ah~”

Dongfang Ziyue murmured a light cry and narrowed her eyes, knowing the burly man’s strength lies in his great power, so she dared not get too close, using her own advantages to battle him.

”Little girl, what’s the fun in running around, do you have the guts to fight me!” The burly man chased her for quite a few rounds in the Martial Arts Arena, sweat forming on his forehead, but Dongfang Ziyue deliberately avoided close combat, understanding that engaging in close combat due to his tremendous body strength would put her at a disadvantage, hence turning it into a battle of attrition.

However... what’s most discomforting for Dongfang Ziyue is that after being injured by Lin Zifeng a few days ago, her injuries haven’t healed, and running now felt like a blade cutting through her abdomen, causing unbearable pain, only pulling at her wounds during the few runs making it even more painful.

(The book is free today, for two days! Finally, everyone can continue reading for free. Huahua has put in a lot of effort, you know.)