Chapter 163: No More Pretending, Instantly Defeating the Savanna Wolf!

Chapter 163: No More Pretending, Instantly Defeating the Savanna Wolf!



"Hmm? What's Zhao Zheng up to now?"

Old Chu was startled. "Why isn't he using Fist Gale Strike? What does he mean by approaching the Savanna Wolf?"

"Does he intend to engage in close combat with the Savanna Wolf?" One of the teachers, Ms. Qian, speculated.

Song, the president, who had just been scolded by his daughter, was in a foul mood and immediately retorted, "I think he's just asking for trouble!"

The others also had peculiar expressions on their faces, puzzled by Zhao Zheng's actions.

Only Song Haitang maintained her composure, her face calm.

On the arena, Zhao Zheng was walking towards the Savanna Wolf.

He wasn't walking fast, strolling casually with a relaxed expression on his face.

Why wasn't he using Fist Gale Strike this time?

It was because Zhao Zheng knew that against a tough and thick-skinned monster like the Savanna Wolf, Fist Gale Strike would be useless.

He wanted to test his own strength!

In contrast, the Savanna Wolf was charging towards Zhao Zheng, holding a giant axe.

The two quickly collided.

When they were close enough, the Savanna Wolf raised its axe and struck Zhao Zheng directly on the head.

"Woom!"

A piercing sound tore through the air.

It was as if the air itself had been split.

Flames appeared on the Savanna Wolf's axe, showcasing the power of its strike.

The Extraordinary Insight instantly warned Zhao Zheng of the danger, estimating that the attack could potentially break through his Steel Body.

However, the warning wasn't intense, indicating that at most, the Savanna Wolf's attack would only injure Zhao Zheng.

This was assuming Zhao Zheng stood still and did nothing.

Zhao Zheng sighed inwardly.

The fact that the Extraordinary Insight had issued a warning meant that his current defense was still significantly weaker than that of the original Superman.

The real Superman, when facing the Savanna Wolf's attack, would have ignored it completely without dodging.

Zhao Zheng wasn't there yet!

Zhao Zheng slightly turned his head, exposing his shoulder, and then his Armored Color Dominance activated.

"Vroom!"

His shoulder and half of his neck instantly turned pitch black, shining with darkness.

Zhao Zheng's Armored Color Dominance had reached its peak, achieving Supreme Mastery.

Even the renowned 'Naval Hero Garp', known for his powerful Armored Color Dominance, couldn't match this.

At its maximum level, the Armored Color Dominance provided a 400% defense boost!

Combined with Zhao Zheng's Steel Body, he was virtually invincible, like an 'Invincible Body'!

The warning from the Extraordinary Insight instantly vanished...

At the same time, the Savanna Wolf's axe descended.

"Clang!"

A crisp sound reverberated throughout the entire stadium!

It was the sound of metal clashing!

The impact was so powerful that the arena beneath Zhao Zheng's feet instantly crumbled, forming numerous cracks.

The Savanna Wolf's strength was terrifying!

However...

Despite taking the full force of the attack, Zhao Zheng remained standing, unyielding.

He even had a smile on his face.

The next moment, Zhao Zheng clenched his fist and punched the Savanna Wolf...

"Boom!"

A thunderous sound, like an explosion, echoed across the arena.

When Zhao Zheng hit the Savanna Wolf, a terrifying shockwave emanated from the point of impact, spreading outward.

As for the Savanna Wolf, its body flew like a cannonball, out of the arena, and crashed into the protective barrier surrounding it before falling to the ground.

The attack was similar to the one delivered by the previous 'One-Punch Man', Ma Dongwu.

Zhao Zheng had won effortlessly!

...

It wasn't until Zhao Zheng stepped into the portal and left the arena that the stunned audience began to buzz with discussion.

"What just happened? Did I see that right? Did that newcomer win?"

"No, you didn't see it wrong. He won, and he won easily. He defeated a Senior 6th Rank Savanna Wolf with just one punch!"

"This is... unbelievable!"

"You're all missing the crucial point. The truly impressive part is that he just withstood a full-power strike from the Savanna Wolf, a heavy blow with a weapon, and he didn't even flinch!"

"I saw the Armored Color Dominance..."

"It's impossible to block such an attack with just the Armored Color Dominance. One's foundation must be strong. It shows that his body's defensive power is incredibly formidable."

"No, wait... Isn't he a newcomer? How can he have such terrifying strength?"

...

"Chen Kai, did you see that? Zhao, he... he won again!"

"I saw it. He's indeed unfathomable. I guess he was the main force that led us to the Hypergod level before!"

...

"Haha, Zhao, I told you, your cousin is no ordinary guy!"

The Battalion Commander laughed heartily. "He even defeated such a formidable monster with ease."

Zhao Rong's face was frozen in shock, filled with disbelief. "I feel like I'm dreaming."

"A freshman with such formidable strength... the only explanation is an extraordinary talent." The Battalion Commander spoke, "It seems your cousin has fully unlocked the secrets of the Kryptonian heritage."

...

At that moment, almost everyone in the venue was discussing Zhao Zheng. Even the Beyonders still fighting on the arena were being ignored...

Zhao Zheng's performance was truly astonishing. If he were a well-known powerhouse, the crowd wouldn't be so surprised. But the key point was that he was still a freshman! Which freshman could possess such monstrous strength?

So, when Zhao Zheng returned to his seat, apart from Song Haitang's smile, the rest of his teammates stared at him with disbelief.

Their expressions seemed to suggest that the Zhao Zheng before them wasn't real...

Even Gu Yuying and the members of other teams nearby looked at him with incredulity.

"Why are you all staring at me like that?"

Facing everyone's gaze, Zhao Zheng said, "I told you I had Seventh Rank strength, but you didn't believe me!"

His words finally snapped everyone back to their senses.

However, it was still hard for them to accept what they had just witnessed.

A freshman, a Seventh Rank powerhouse? How should they, as his seniors, react to this? Especially Old Chu.

As Zhao Zheng's teacher, he felt like he had a mountain of pressure on his shoulders. He was about to ask something when—

Song Leader suddenly spoke up, "Let's discuss Zhao Zheng's strength later in the resting room. Everyone, let's focus on the competition for now!"

With these words, everyone understood that Song Leader didn't want Zhao Zheng to reveal too much in public.

Although this was Challenge Mode, and there wouldn't be direct confrontations between teams, it was still beneficial to keep competitors in the dark about their team's information.

So, everyone stopped talking and held back their curiosity, even though they had countless questions.

The members of other teams, who had been ready to eavesdrop, could only look away in disappointment, occasionally stealing glances at Zhao Zheng...

The team behind Zhao Zheng felt particularly uncomfortable. They had mocked him earlier, creating some conflict between the two teams.

Now, with Zhao Zheng's exceptional performance, it was like he was slapping them in the face.

"It seems my guess was correct."

The Seventh Rank powerhouse, Director Sun, smiled and said, "The Kryptonian heritage is indeed extraordinary."

...

That evening, in the resting room, everyone surrounded Zhao Zheng, ready to interrogate him.

Zhao Zheng, however, seemed unbothered. He sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, exuding the aura of a true powerhouse.

"If you have any questions, ask them now!"

Hearing this, Old Chu was the first to speak up, "Zhao Zheng, is your strength really at the Seventh Rank?"

Zhao Zheng thought for a moment and replied, "I haven't tested it, but I think so."

If someone else had said this, no one would have believed it. Who would believe that a freshman who had just passed the Ninth Spirit Realm could have Seventh Rank strength? No one would dare to boast like that!

But the day's performance was right before everyone's eyes, and they had to believe it.

"Is your strength due to consuming the Tremor Fruit?"

Ms. Shen asked, but then immediately negated her own question, "That's impossible. Even if the Tremor Fruit hadn't lost its power, how long has it been since you consumed it? Such a short time couldn't have made you this strong..."

"So, is it because of the Kryptonian heritage? Have you uncovered its secrets?"

Zhao Zheng nodded, "Yes! The Kryptonian heritage should be the strongest talent in the Holy Land."

Upon hearing this, everyone was amazed, but Song Leader's expression changed.

After much deliberation, he couldn't help but ask, "Are you saying that when you exchanged talents with my daughter, you had ulterior motives? Did you already know the power and secrets of the Kryptonian heritage?"

With these words, the atmosphere in the room became tense.

If Song Leader's assumption was correct, the relationship between Song Haitang and Zhao Zheng would be in question.

Zhao Zheng had anticipated this question from Song Leader, and he was well-prepared with his response.

"Uncle Song, don't you think your words are a bit biased?"

Zhao Zheng calmly said, "The Kryptonian heritage isn't a one-off occurrence. That person in South Korea tried various methods but couldn't uncover the secrets of the Kryptonians. How could I possibly know them from birth? Do you think I was born a saint, knowing everything?"

Indeed, this was the most unreasonable part of the argument.

Song Leader was left speechless.

Zhao Zheng continued, "I've watched the live footage from over a decade ago and know that Haitang made a vow. I also know how desperately your daughter wants to become stronger to fulfill her wishes!"

At that moment, Zhao Zheng displayed the best acting skills of his life.

"The first time I saw Haitang in high school, I was captivated by her... Uncle Song, I'm going to say something shameless. I secretly admired your daughter for three years!"

"After I obtained the Burn Fruit from the Holy Land, the first person I thought of was Song Haitang. I felt she needed it more than I did, so I didn't consume the fruit immediately."

"Regarding this, you can check the video footage from that time or ask my classmates. After getting the Burn Fruit, I held the box and walked away without any intention of consuming it right away."

"Haitang hadn't even entered the Holy Land at that time. You can't say I had the ability to foresee the future, right?"

"Later, when Haitang acquired the Kryptonian Heritage, known as the Useless Talent, in the Holy Land, I saw the disappointment in her eyes. I felt so heartbroken, fearing she might lose all hope. In a moment of impulsiveness, I offered her the Burn Fruit."

"Actually, after the exchange, I watched Haitang consume the Burn Fruit and gain the ability to control flames. At that moment, I suddenly regretted my decision."

"My regret wasn't about losing the Burn Fruit, but I realized that Haitang might soar to new heights, leaving me behind in a different world. I feared I would never be able to get close to her again..."

"So, I took a bold step. I merged with the Kryptonian Heritage card that Haitang gave me. I wanted to possess extraordinary power, and more importantly, I wanted to continue pursuing Song Haitang."

"I didn't want the gap between us to be so vast that even looking at her would become a luxury!"

As Zhao Zheng spoke, he seemed to be moved by his own words, tears streaming down his face.

At that moment, his acting reached a new level, even convincing himself and believing his own story as the truth.

To deceive others, one must first deceive oneself.

And so, Zhao Zheng succeeded.

His performance was flawless and impeccable.

Most importantly, Zhao Zheng's words were reasonable and logical, providing the best explanation for his actions, making his story highly believable.

Hearing Zhao Zheng's confession, Song Leader felt ashamed.

The young man before him loved Song Haitang more than he, her own father, ever could.

As for Song Haitang herself... At that moment, her eyes were filled with tenderness as she looked at Zhao Zheng, tears welling up.

It was the first time she had heard Zhao Zheng's heartfelt words, and she was deeply moved...

"As for how I discovered the secret of the Kryptonian Heritage..."

Zhao Zheng continued, "As I mentioned, I didn't want to be a useless person, and the gap between Haitang and me was growing. So, I began to research the Kryptonian Heritage, and I found that there were two extreme views about Kryptonians online."

"Most people believe the Kryptonian Heritage is a useless talent, but there are also some who think that due to its rarity, it must be powerful, and its secret remains undiscovered."

"I agreed with the latter opinion, and I started trying various methods!"

"Here, I want to thank the old gentleman from South Korea. He had tried many methods without success, so I just had to avoid his approaches, which narrowed down my options significantly..."

"However, after numerous attempts, I still failed..."

"Until one day, as I was wandering aimlessly on the street, I came across a Sunbath Experience Center. So, I went in with a 'let's give it a shot' attitude!"

"I believe you all understand now."

"The secret of the Kryptonian Heritage is to absorb sunlight and become stronger!!"

...

Everyone suddenly realized the truth.

No wonder the previous two owners of the Kryptonian Heritage had tried various methods without any effect.

No wonder Zhao Zheng was the one to uncover its secret.

The Sunbath Machine was a recent invention, so the previous owners didn't have the opportunity to try it...

No wonder Zhao Zheng had one in his dormitory, using it as a bed...

No wonder his physique was getting stronger and stronger despite not training...

"Alright, Zhao Zheng, you don't need to say more."

Song Leader's face was filled with shame as he said, "It's my fault. I shouldn't have doubted your sincerity or questioned your good intentions. Uncle Song apologizes to you."

At that moment, Song Leader's impression of Zhao Zheng completely changed, and one could say he had accepted Zhao Zheng.

(End of Chapter)

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