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Chapter 1105: Clearing Away the Filth
Chapter 1105: Clearing Away the Filth
Chen Chuan was well aware of Choi Hyeon Hui, a man who had been involved in the affairs of the Volos Peninsula since the end of the last dynasty. During the tumultuous times of the last dynasty, the Eastern Continent was in turmoil, and the Federation seized the opportunity to exert its influence.
In this period, the Federation either invaded or supported puppet governments on the various islands in the Eastern Ocean, or declared their independence, ultimately breaking free from the Eastern Continent's control and tributary system.
On the Volos Peninsula, there were also opposition forces secretly funded by the Federation, particularly the Xin Guang Sect, a cult located on the West Coast, which quickly spread and gained influence.
Choi Hyeon Hui was born into a family of minor officials and, due to his handsome appearance, was taken in by a member of an envoy as a scribe. He then accompanied the Volos envoy to the Eastern Continent.
Later, during the Daxun Rebellion, the envoy returned to their country, but Choi Hyeon Hui, unwilling to go back, seized the opportunity to leave the envoy. However, the items he had stolen from the envoy couldn't be sold, and he was nearly beaten to death. Fortunately, he was saved by a passing martial artist.
Pretending to be an Easterner, he sought apprenticeship under the martial artist. Impressed by his talent, the master not only taught him his most powerful skills but also married his daughter to him. However, when the master later joined the resistance, Choi Hyeon Hui turned against him, killing both his teacher and wife with his own hands. He then defected to the last dynasty and participated in the massacre of many rebels.
After the last dynasty was overthrown, Choi Hyeon Hui fled back to the Volos Peninsula, willingly surrendering to the Federation and the royalists. He took part in suppressing the local population, accumulating a heavy debt of blood.
As the old era crumbled, Choi Hyeon Hui joined the Xin Guang Sect, personally sacrificing the Volos King and using his bloodline to undergo Alteration, gaining strength far beyond that of ordinary people. He founded the Fei Shen Style, a unique martial arts lineage.
For nearly fifty years after the fall of the old era, Choi Hyeon Hui served as the Federation's enforcer against Daxun, operating in the Eastern Ocean. Eventually, he was killed by a Daxun martial artist on an island, his death an embarrassing end.
The ancient martial artist Choi Hyeon Hui sought had a certain connection to him, as his daughter had married that person.
Despite Choi Hyeon Hui's lack of shame and honor, the Federation portrayed him as a brave fighter against tyranny and injustice, even erecting a life-size statue in his honor.
"Mr. Calvin, do you also have these 'legendary heroes' in your simulation database?" asked Chen Chuan.
"Of course," Joseph replied. "It's for the convenience of future generations to pay their respects and learn. However, some of the collected data is from people who have already passed away, so it's almost identical to the original. But for those still alive and of high status, some data hasn't been updated in many years."
Chen Chuan pointed at Choi Hyeon Hui's image, "So, this person is also available for interaction in the simulation resources."
Joseph was taken aback for a moment, then smiled enigmatically, "Yes, he is."
"I'm interested in this person. Can I have a conversation with him?"
Joseph smiled and said, "That's not a problem at all. I'd be delighted to assist you."
As Joseph agreed, he conveyed this information to the academy's board of directors and management association.
Many high-ranking members of the academy were intrigued when they heard that Chen Chuan wanted to use the Information Hall and specifically requested an interaction with a 'legendary hero.' It was rumored that in the previous battle, he had confronted and defeated three Secret Chamber martial artists, and internal sources suggested he might have even blocked an attack from a Royal Throne martial artist.
For those interacting in the Information Hall, they could record a portion of their information, especially powerful martial artists, who were a valuable resource. Therefore, they welcomed interactions with individuals like Chen Chuan.
As for the required Field Information Frame resources, they were hardly worth mentioning.
Joseph led Chen Chuan down Pioneers' Avenue and into the Information Hall, which resembled a honeycomb structure from the outside. As Chen Chuan was an invited guest and the school's management and board were paying attention, some necessary procedures were simplified.
Chen Chuan waited outside for a while, and soon all the formalities were completed. He was then led into the Interaction Hall.
As he stepped in, the cold metal floor and ceiling rippled, transforming into an endless wilderness with dense water grass and birds foraging nearby.
Not far ahead, a man knelt by the riverbank, resembling the sculpture outside.
"Mr. Chen, you can stop the battle at any time by calling out. For the safety of visitors, we will also terminate the interaction in case of emergencies. Enjoy your conversation," Joseph said, bowing and gradually fading from the Field Information Frame.
Chen Chuan approached the man kneeling by the lakeside and walked towards him.
Earlier, Joseph had explained that the Information Hall, when collecting information, sometimes captured the spiritual power and a small portion of the Altered Tissue of martial artists, including some of their experiences and memories.
Within the simulated domain, these individuals retained their original personalities and behavioral traits, a complete replication of their former selves.
Martial artists, however, typically only share their physical information with others in dire circumstances or when they have no other choice. Native Federation martial artists would never do such a thing. Conversely, non-native martial artists might provide this information to demonstrate their loyalty to the Federation.
As the figure approached, he became aware of Chen Chuan's presence. Rising from the ground, he turned to face Chen Chuan, his expression stern. "Fei Shen Style, Choi Hyeon Hui," he introduced himself, his voice carrying a distinct Volos Peninsula accent.
Chen Chuan, being a dead man, had no interest in responding, and who would bother greeting a target anyway?
Noticing Chen Chuan's lack of response, as if looking down upon him, a hint of anger flashed across Choi Hyeon Hui's brows.
He took a step back, standing on one leg with his hands spread wide, assuming a stance. At that moment, a gray flame rose from his body, and a massive shadow appeared behind him.
A simulation of a human form...
Chen Chuan glanced at it, impressed by the high-level technology and the complexity of the projection. However, in this Martial Artist City, it seemed perfectly normal.
The administrators of the Free Starlight Academy sat behind the domain screen, silently observing the scene.
After adjusting his stance, Choi Hyeon Hui saw that Chen Chuan was still approaching steadily, his steps seemingly unaffected.
Choi Hyeon Hui let out a loud shout and kicked outward with his raised leg. The human form shadow behind him mimicked his movements precisely, but due to its size, the shadow reached Chen Chuan first.
Just then, Choi Hyeon Hui suddenly appeared in front of the Lingxiang, his feet merging into one at the front!
The academy's high-ranking officials behind the screen were all surprised by this strike. Despite the assistance of domain technology, most of them still couldn't quite understand how he had moved so quickly.
Although Choi Hyeon Hui was not a Federation citizen, and despite the statue erected outside, the officials had initially looked down upon him. However, this strike displayed exceptional skill and combat prowess, instantly changing their preconceived notions.
This strike not only demonstrated a fusion of strength but also allowed any damage to be borne by the Lingxiang upon contact with an opponent. This was the essence of the Fei Shen Style, utilizing the Lingxiang and one's own body in perfect coordination to gain a temporary advantage and overpower the opponent.
Chen Chuan didn't dodge but instead countered with a high whip kick, a cluster of platinum light momentarily appearing at the tip of his foot.
Onlookers were startled. Was he confronting the Lingxiang and the physical body's combined strength with his own body?
They knew that the domain simulation accurately reflected one's true strength. If Chen Chuan lacked power, he would genuinely be struck, and if an interactor were killed here, they would truly die.
In the next moment, their kicks connected, and the two clusters of light instantly exploded. However, the outcome surprised everyone—the massive Lingxiang began to dissipate, and where the contact occurred, it disintegrated into mist.
Choi Hyeon Hui's eyes widened as he realized the strength of his opponent. However, since the Lingxiang had taken most of the damage, as long as he was unharmed, he could quickly reshape it using the Fei Shen Style techniques, even if the Lingxiang dispersed. So, instead of retreating, he borrowed from the momentum and spun, using the kicking leg as an axis to deliver a spinning back kick!
Normally, even if Chen Chuan hadn't been at a disadvantage during the clash, the force of the collision would have been real, and there was no way it wouldn't have had an impact. Therefore, the timing and rhythm of this kick were incredibly precise.
Chen Chuan didn't move a step, as if he had predicted it. He bent his kicking leg and slightly turned his body, perfectly blocking the attacking foot.
This time, they truly collided, and spiritual flames scattered from the point of contact. However, contrary to the onlookers' expectations of an evenly matched battle, Choi Hyeon Hui's technique failed almost instantly. He lost his balance and was sent flying by the impact.
At that moment, Chen Chuan suddenly lunged forward, reaching out with his hand to make a grappling move. He not only tore apart the Lingxiang's spiritual fire on Choi Hyeon Hui's body but also grabbed his waist and, with a forceful squeeze, snapped his spine with a crisp crack. Then, with a slap to the back of Choi Hyeon Hui's head, he sent him flying face down, landing with a loud thud on the ground in front of him.
With the outcome decided and the battle over, Chen Chuan showed no signs of stopping. Instead, he continued walking forward.
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