Chapter 26: Lin Qi's Spear Techniques
Chapter 26: Lin Qi’s Spear Techniques (Please Keep Reading)
The tester stood nearly six feet tall, his athletic frame straining against his combat suit. His speed was astonishing—within moments, he’d closed the distance to Lin Qi, lunging forward with a spear strike.
The spear shot out like lightning, piercing the air with bone-chilling force. The tip gleamed with a cold light as it closed in.
Lin Qi’s eyes narrowed. He recognized the move instantly—Collapse Thrust, the third technique of the Mountain-Shattering Spear Method!
“Did he detect my use of spear techniques earlier?” Lin Qi wondered. “That’s why the tester’s using them too?”
The gap between them vanished. Lin Qi’s spear shot forward in a flash, his legs coiling like springs. Muscles bulged, veins rising as power surged through his arms.
Both hands gripped the spear, unleashing a dragon-like thrust—Collapse Thrust!
The identical technique erupted from his hands, a collision of raw power.
Whoosh! The air screamed as their spears clashed.
Clang! Metal rang out, sparks flying. The shockwave rippled through their arms, a visceral impact.
Lin Qi’s expression remained calm. He pivoted, using the recoil to twist his wrist, launching into another spear technique. His movements flowed like clouds parting the sky—Cloud Piercer!
His mind raced, recalling the twelve spear forms, adapting to every scenario.
Clang! Clang! Clang! Their spears clashed repeatedly, lightning-fast strikes igniting the air.
Each collision sent showers of sparks flying. Lin Qi’s eyes burned with exhilaration, his techniques growing sharper, faster.
Faster! Faster!
This was pure ecstasy—the clash of weapons, the surge of power, the duel of martial arts. No hesitation, no restraint. Just unleashing his skills freely. His body felt alive, every muscle humming with energy.
Suddenly, Lin Qi noticed the tester’s movements stiffening.
Clang! Their spears met once more.
“It ends now!”
His eyes blazed. Power erupted from his spine, his body coiling like a compressed spring. The spear lashed out—a razor-sharp bolt of lightning—Swift Advance!
The tester barely reacted, his spear thrust sluggish.
Lin Qi’s weapon struck like a ravenous beast, piercing the opponent’s chest.
Pfft! Blood sprayed, splattering Lin Qi’s face.
[Your first spear technique use detected. Mountain-Shattering Spear Method Proficiency increased. Spear Techniques +1%]
[Your first real combat use of Body Techniques detected. Body Techniques +2%]
[Spear Techniques: Novice 77% → 78%]
[Body Techniques: Novice 68% → 70%]
Lin Qi withdrew his spear, savoring the battle’s afterimage. His mind was razor-sharp, muscles taut. This was unlike training—this was real combat.
[Victory to “Yang Jian”! Test Progress (1/3)]
The arena echoed with a robotic voice.
“Only one of three tests cleared. Two more to go,” Lin Qi muttered, understanding the rules.
“Continue challenge!”
Without hesitation, he pressed forward.
Beep! Moments later, a new opponent materialized—a white-clad warrior charging like a whirlwind, spear slashing with blinding speed.
“It’s Trickling Stream Spear!” Lin Qi identified the style, lunging forward with his black spear, its momentum earth-shaking. The second battle began.
Compared to the first clash, his movements were now fluid, refined.
Twenty minutes later…
Clang! Clang! The arena thundered with dueling spears—black and white, flashing like silver lightning, sparks erupting with every strike.
Lin Qi wielded his black spear, unleashing the Mountain-Shattering Spear Method in a seamless torrent. Each technique flowed into the next, embodying its crushing, unstoppable force.
His opponent, using Rock Solid Spear Techniques, formed a defensive wall—but Lin Qi roared, his spear vibrating with vital energy, coursing like a river through his body.
Muscles swelled, power flooding his limbs. He gripped the spear, thrusting with bone-snapping force—Collapse Thrust!
The strike shattered the defense, piercing the tester’s throat.
Pfft! A fatal blow. The opponent dissolved into mist.
[Victory to “Yang Jian”! Mountain-Shattering Spear Method Proficiency increased. Spear Techniques +2%]
[Spear Techniques: Novice 78% → 80%]
[Victory! Test Progress (3/3)]
[Human-Machine Test Passed!]
The empty arena echoed with the robotic voice.
Lin Qi exhaled, his face alight with triumph, no trace of fatigue.
“Exhilarating!”
He’d unleashed every spear technique he’d learned. Facing Trickling Stream Spear and Rock Solid Spear Techniques had broadened his understanding. The battle had deepened his proficiency, and the thrill was addictive.
[“Yang Jian”, Matchmaking Mode Activated! Start Match? (Y/N)]
Lin Qi hesitated, reviewing his stats.
“I’ve experienced the machine’s rigid, predictable techniques. They’re easy to beat if you know their patterns. But humans…”
“Now entering the Crimson Realm Arena—no ordinary fighters here. Win or lose, this will push me further.”
He tapped “Yes.”
[Matchmaking Started. Both Players: Vital Energy Stat 6.0]
[Mask Identity? Y/N]
Surprised, he browsed the available masks—elegant, eerie, fierce. He chose a sleek black one, completing his dark ensemble with an abyss-like aura.
Three minutes later, an opponent appeared—a tall figure in red, wielding a greatsword. His acne-scarred face framed unruly curls.
His name hovered above: [My Greatsword] (Elite)
“Yang Jian?” The swordsman sneered. “A newbie? I love crushing rookies. Let my blade welcome you properly.”
Lin Qi said nothing, raising his black spear. His status panel updated:
[Nickname: Yang Jian (Newbie)]
Newbies: Passed Human-Machine Test, under 10 matches.
Elites: Over 10 victories in the arena.
“First match, and I’ve got an elite. Lucky me.”
At least ten wins—this opponent was likely his toughest yet.
[Match Starting!]
[3… 2… 1…]
[Arena Battle Begins!]
The robotic voice announced the duel’s start. The fight was on!
(End of Chapter)
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