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Chapter 129: Earth-Shattering Axe Technique Level 10
Chapter 129: Earth-Shattering Axe Technique Level 10
September 25, 2017
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Name: Hu Yinqu
Attributes:
Strength: 73, Politics: 20, Strategy: 15, Leadership: 25
Skills:
Yin Serpent Intention
Yin Serpent Blade Technique: 12
Basic Saber Technique Lv: 20
Fundamental Inner Strength Lv: 20
Basic Archery Technique Lv: 20
Venomous Strength: 11
Wild Wolf Body Conditioning Fist: Lv: 3
Wild Wolf Fist Technique: 10
Equestrianism: 2
These attributes of Hu Yinqu were discovered by Lu Haikong through his Reconnaissance Technique, and with a Strength value of 73, he is the most formidable opponent Lu Haikong has faced.
Hu Yinqu's attributes are impressive, and apart from the Yin Serpent Intention, which Lu Haikong couldn't quite understand, it was evident that several other skills were of high quality and level. The Wild Wolf Body Conditioning Fist, for instance, was two levels higher than Lu Haikong's.
Moreover, Hu Yinqu's focus was clearly on the Yin Serpent Intention and Yin Serpent Blade Technique, suggesting a preference for agility. This type of agile opponent was undoubtedly Lu Haikong's nemesis.
As a result, Lu Haikong was determined to keep Hu Yinqu at a distance, fearing that if the latter had the opportunity to unleash his Yin Serpent Blade Technique, he wouldn't stand a chance.
In this moment, Lu Haikong understood why Yue'er, that little sister, fought with such recklessness, putting herself in life-threatening situations.
Under the shadow of death, skill proficiency increased rapidly, and Lu Haikong's Mountain-Breaking Axe Technique, already at level 9, experienced a surge in growth under this tense and strained state. Lu Haikong's technique was on the verge of breaking through to level 10 at any moment.
This in-combat breakthrough seemed cool and powerful, but given a choice, Lu Haikong would never wish for it to happen during this battle.
Lu Haikong was currently walking a tightrope, with every aspect, be it strength or speed, perfectly controlled. This was a state of super-performance under the threat of death, which allowed Lu Haikong's Mountain-Breaking Axe Technique to gain experience so rapidly.
However, this was also an extremely precarious balance, where everything was at its optimal point, allowing no room for deviation.
Once Lu Haikong's Mountain-Breaking Axe Technique reached level 10, this balance would be shattered, and the consecutive strikes that had kept Hu Yinqu at bay would be interrupted.
In other words, the moment Lu Haikong's Mountain-Breaking Axe Technique reached level 10, Hu Yinqu would be able to close in, and the initiative would shift. Under these circumstances, how could Lu Haikong possibly be happy about leveling up?
But leveling up wasn't something Lu Haikong could consciously control. With the experience of his Mountain-Breaking Axe Technique skyrocketing, Lu Haikong couldn't maintain this state for long, and Hu Yinqu, his opponent, was well aware of this. Thus, he wasn't in a hurry and watched with amusement as Lu Haikong effortlessly dodged his attacks.
In Hu Yinqu's eyes, Lu Haikong was merely a trapped beast, desperately fighting for survival, even though his fate had been sealed from the start.
Hu Yinqu relished this moment, enjoying the sight of his opponent, who, despite knowing their fate was sealed and having no hope of survival, still fought with all they had, only to be slowly devoured by fear and despair.
This feeling was absolutely exhilarating for Hu Yinqi.
"Oh no, I've leveled up!"
Lu Haikong sparred with Hu Yinqi once more, and as he did, his heart skipped a beat. Simultaneously, he felt a warm sensation and received a system notification.
"Through persistent effort and training, your Mountain-Breaking Axe Technique has leveled up. Your strength and physique have increased, and your strength points have gained 1 point, now totaling 66 points!"
A surge of power rushed through Lu Haikong, and his physical state was better than ever. However, his situation was the worst it had ever been.
In the 619th chapter, he took a look at the book and found no errors.
The increase in strength was indeed a welcome development, but the sudden surge disrupted Lu Haikong's attack rhythm. His perfectly timed combo was thrown off as the growth in strength caused his axe to swing too far.
"Here it comes. The opportunity came so quickly. I thought you'd last a bit longer."
Hu Yinqi spoke mockingly, but his actions were swift and precise. He seized the moment and closed in on Lu Haikong, brandishing his curved saber. With a cruel smile, he slashed towards Lu Haikong's neck.
"Die, Han man! Thank you for your futile struggle. By the way, I think I'll enjoy the blood that will spray from your throat."
Hu Yinqi's voice was low and cruel, his smile chilling. In his eyes, the battle had ended the moment he got close. But his smile didn't last long.
"Dian Wei, break his saber!" Lu Haikong's face showed a hint of reluctance as he shouted.
As soon as Lu Haikong finished speaking, a curved saber flashed like lightning, slicing through the air between him and Hu Yinqi. Hu Yinqi's hand went numb, and a powerful force jerked the saber from his grip, causing him to stumble backward several steps.
"How is this possible? How can someone be this powerful?"
Without even looking, Hu Yinqi knew his curved saber had snapped at the hilt. What he couldn't comprehend was how Dian Wei could be so precise and quick, breaking his saber from several dozen meters away at the exact moment he attacked.
Hu Yinqi cultivated the Yin Serpent Blade Technique, which was known for its lightning-fast strikes. When unleashed, few could withstand it, especially at such close quarters. How could someone from a distance of several dozen meters achieve this? Was this person even human?
"I'm so frustrated. I thought I could take you down myself, but in the end, I still needed Dian Wei's help. I told him to only break your saber and not attack you, minimizing our involvement as much as possible. But I guess the experience and treasure chest will still be reduced. Damn it, my Silver Chest is gone, and I'm so frustrated!"
Lu Haikong, unaware of Hu Yinqi's terror, was lamenting the loss of his Silver Chest. He wondered if a Silver Chest could summon a super warrior, though the chances were slim. Now, with Dian Wei's intervention, even the Silver Chest was gone.
With this frustration, Lu Haikong took a step towards Hu Yinqi, ready to continue the fight...
(Chapter End)
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