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Chapter 24: Mastery of the Sun Palm
Chapter 24: Mastery of the Sun Palm
At that moment, Luo Yu suddenly dismissed everyone around him. All the attendants and entertainers stood up and left, and the rest of the uninvolved people followed suit.
Seeing this, Chu Tianxiong's expression grew serious.
"According to the latest reports, the Divine Warrior King's army has already taken control of most of Danyang County. At most, it will take another year for the army to occupy the entire Danyang County.
"At that time, the Divine Warrior King's army will certainly march into Taishan County.
"Now, the Great Xuan Dynasty's fate is sealed. The Divine Warrior King has gained control of three counties in just a few years, and there is a great possibility that he will eventually unify the land and ascend to the supreme throne.
"Currently, if we can take down the White Stone Path first, we can coordinate with the Divine Warrior King's army to capture Guangyang City. When the Divine Warrior King ascends the throne, you and I will both be honored as founding heroes!"
Luo Yu's stern expression and words made Chu Tianxiong's face change slightly, but he soon smiled.
"To serve the Divine Warrior King is indeed an honor for the Chu family. Whatever needs to be done, just say the word, and I will have no objections!"
"The next step is simple: while dealing with the Qin family, we will gradually erode the other forces of the White Stone Path.
"By the time the Divine Warrior King's army arrives, I want the White Stone Path to have only one voice—the Iron Bone Gang."
"What about the Tianyun Sect?"
"The Tianyun Sect is no concern of yours. Yun Changkong is already serving the Divine Warrior King, just like me."
Luo Yu smiled faintly.
Hearing this, Chu Tianxiong relaxed.
Then, Chu Tianxiong continued, "Recently, my Chu family has been gradually targeting the Gu family, but they seem to have no reaction. Despite our relentless pressure, the Gu family remains silent.
"Is there something amiss?"
Mentioning the Gu family, a hint of wariness appeared in Chu Tianxiong's eyes.
He was not afraid of the Gu family's resistance, but he was wary of their silence.
As the saying goes, the dog that bites doesn't bark.
The more silent the Gu family remained, the more uneasy Chu Tianxiong felt.
Especially with the Gu family's patriarch, whose strength was unfathomable. From Chu Tianxiong's assessment, the patriarch was likely a Mid-Stage Blood Refinement or even a Late-Stage Blood Refinement expert.
Luo Yu's expression was indifferent. "You don't need to worry about the Gu family. Just continue to erode their power. If Gu Qingfeng doesn't act, so be it. If he does, I will deal with him personally.
"Anyone who dares to oppose the Divine Warrior King will meet a grim fate!"
To Luo Yu, the Gu family was never a concern.
When he had initially sent people to recruit the Gu family, they had politely declined. In Luo Yu's mind, the Gu family's fate was already sealed.
Having the Chu family gradually erode the Gu family was because the Iron Bone Gang was currently focusing all its efforts on the Qin family and had no spare hands.
Additionally, the Iron Bone Gang could not openly attack the Gu family.
After all, there were still many neutral forces in the White Stone Path. If the Iron Bone Gang were to openly attack the Gu family, it might make the other neutral forces feel threatened and push them toward the Qin family.
Such a scenario was not what Luo Yu wanted.
Currently, having the Chu family erode the Gu family was also because the Iron Bone Gang had suffered significant losses in its conflict with the Qin family and needed to plunder resources from other sources to replenish its losses.
Once the issue with the Qin family was resolved, it would be much easier for the Iron Bone Gang to deal with these other forces.
Hearing this, Chu Tianxiong felt relieved.
With the Iron Bone Gang's backing, the Gu family would no longer be a problem.
Even if the head of the Gu family were powerful, he could not possibly be a match for Luo Yu.
After all, Luo Yu had long reached the pinnacle of the Blood Refinement stage, his strength unfathomable. Across the entire White Stone Path, only the Qin family’s patriarch could rival him.
...
Upon receiving the order from the Iron Bone Gang, the Chu family began to secretly encroach on the Gu family’s assets with increased intensity.
However, the Chu family never took direct action. Instead, they worked behind the scenes, inciting and nurturing others to target the Gu family.
This way, even if the Gu family responded, they could not directly confront the Chu family.
In fact, Chu Tianxiong secretly hoped the Gu family would lose control and openly attack the Chu family. That way, the Chu family would have a legitimate reason to join forces with the Iron Bone Gang and directly annihilate the Gu family.
A family with a Blood Refinement expert as their guardian would undoubtedly possess a wealth of resources. If the Gu family were to fall, even if the Iron Bone Gang took the lion's share, the Chu family would still benefit greatly.
To Chu Tianxiong’s disappointment, no matter how much the Chu family pressured the Gu family from the shadows, the Gu family remained indifferent, allowing their assets to be taken without a fight.
This made Chu Tianxiong feel as if he were punching into a cotton ball.
Moreover, the Chu family could not directly confront the Gu family. Once things went public, the situation would change entirely.
Given the current state of the White Stone Path, the Iron Bone Gang would not allow the Chu family to openly attack the Gu family.
On the other side, at the Gu family estate:
Every day, Meng Peng reported on the external situation and the problems the Gu family faced. Gu Qingfeng listened quietly, making mental notes but taking no additional action.
However, deep in his heart, he had already resolved to eliminate the Chu family. He was only biding his time.
Over the past month, Gu Qingfeng had been focusing on cultivating the Fiery Sun Palm, which became increasingly difficult at the fourth level. Despite his efforts, he remained at the beginner stage of the fourth level.
Meanwhile, Gu Qingfeng poured all the resources of the Gu family into helping Gu Yang break through.
One day, while Gu Qingfeng was practicing, the long-dormant information panel finally updated.
"Your offspring ‘Gu Yang’ has broken through to the peak of the Skin Refinement stage!"
"Reward: 10 Enhancement Points!"
"Reward: 100 Blood Refinement Pills!"
"Reward: Intermediate Martial Art ‘Heavenly Thunder Sword Technique’!"
...
"Finally!"
Gu Qingfeng’s face lit up with a rare smile as he read the message.
After years of waiting, Gu Yang had finally reached the peak of the Skin Refinement stage.
The rewards for this breakthrough were more generous than ever before:
- 10 Enhancement Points
- 100 Blood Refinement Pills
- The Intermediate Martial Art, Heavenly Thunder Sword Technique
Without hesitation, Gu Qingfeng used the Enhancement Points to enhance the Fiery Sun Palm.
...
"Consume 1 Enhancement Point!"
"Fiery Sun Palm breaks through to the fifth level, peak!"
...
"Consume 2 Enhancement Points!"
"Fiery Sun Palm breaks through to the sixth level, peak!"
...
"Break through..."
...
"Consume 2 Enhancement Points!"
"Fiery Sun Palm breaks through to the ninth level, peak!"
...
In a short time, Gu Qingfeng had advanced the Fiery Sun Palm from the beginner stage of the fourth level to the peak of the ninth level.
(End of Chapter)
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