Chapter 273: Intrusion
Chapter 273: Intrusion
The moment the sound rang out, the two figures in the aquarium moved simultaneously, and a surge of water rushed out.
The spectators' interface tokens instantly filtered out the splashing water, presenting the fight as clearly and completely as possible. Despite this, most of their eyes still couldn't capture the fighters' movements until the life domain's overclocking was activated, allowing them to observe clearly.
The Wilderness Sect fighter was evidently faster and more proactive. Upon entering the water, he didn't maintain a standing posture but instead darted forward like a fish.
The implanted fighter remained in his original position, not because he didn't know how to move more effectively in the water, but because standing on the ground gave him better control over his center of gravity and made it easier to exert force.
As the Wilderness Sect fighter approached his opponent, his body tensed, and he became as straight as an arrow, leaving a long trail of water behind him. He unleashed a punch straight ahead!
The implanted fighter didn't flinch in the face of his opponent. He slightly separated his feet, lowered his center of gravity, and after a moment of gathering strength, he also punched forward!
Their fists collided in an instant, but a shocking scene unfolded before their eyes. At the point of contact, a circle of rippling water appeared.
Both fighters' arms exploded simultaneously. The Wilderness Sect fighter's entire arm shattered, with shattered bones and flesh spreading outward, while the implanted fighter's forearm was severed, and his bodily fluids instantly dispersed in the aquarium.
The spectators were left stunned and speechless. They hadn't expected the fight to be so explosive from the start. They had anticipated a cautious probing, circling, and entanglement, but instead, there was only a pure collision of strength!
Chen Chuan witnessed this outcome in a split second. Both fighters had independently chosen the same strategy, concentrating all their force on offense from the beginning, focusing it on their arms, and abandoning all defense to gamble on this one strike, resulting in a straightforward clash without any fancy maneuvers.
Perhaps both fighters were aware of each other's intentions, but neither changed their minds. They were determined to execute the strike that best aligned with their own will and what they believed to be the correct choice!
Despite the gruesome scene, neither fighter showed any change in expression, as if the broken limbs were of no consequence. At this moment, their eyes were fixed only on their opponents.
Although the implanted fighter appeared to have sustained less severe injuries, the force that hit the Wilderness Sect fighter was neutralized by the latter's shattered arm. However, a portion of the force from the Wilderness Sect fighter's attack had penetrated the implanted fighter's body.
This caused his center of gravity to shift, and even with the water's resistance, he didn't fall easily. However, his body tilted at a slight angle.
This slight tilt was all the Wilderness Sect fighter needed. He seized the remaining momentum, quickly closing the distance to touch his opponent. Using his spine as an axis, he spun in place, and the swinging arm became like a whip, with the fingertips tracing a path from the implanted fighter's chest to his abdomen.
As if sliced by a sharp surgical knife, the implanted fighter's chest and abdomen instantly gaped open, revealing cut muscles, bones, nerves, and internal organs.
However, this strike didn't achieve the expected effect. Despite the severe injury, the implanted fighter's physiological functions seemed unaffected, and his movements remained agile.
His body retreated backward, and as he did, the mutated tissue closed the massive wound. He then crouched and spun, delivering a side kick aimed at his opponent's neck!
The powerful kick created a ripple in the water, and the Wilderness Sect fighter, following the momentum of his arm's movement, spun halfway, bringing up his shoulder where the arm had been severed. Another collision erupted between them, and blood splattered.
The Wilderness Sect fighter's shoulder shattered and collapsed, while the implanted fighter's metatarsal bones shattered, and only three toes remained on his foot.
Due to the force exerted, the tightly closed wound tore open, and implanted tissue fluid and blood gushed out. One could clearly see the severed organs and their cross-section from the torn opening.
Both fighters retreated a distance, and the implanted fighter, using his uninjured foot, lunged forward toward his opponent. The Wilderness Sect fighter was about to adjust his stance for a counterattack, but at that moment, the ground suddenly cracked open, and a vortex appeared below.
The implanted fighter seemed to have anticipated this, maintaining his momentum without hesitation. He had the advantage of knowing the terrain changes in advance, and this strike was premeditated.
This might seem unfair, but in combat, there is no true fairness. The opponent had agreed to fight here and should have considered the disadvantages of fighting on their opponent's home ground.
The Wilderness Sect fighter seemed affected by the vortex, but at that moment, his body followed the water current, spinning and floating like a swimming fish. He not only dodged the incoming punch but also utilized the water's momentum to quickly reach his opponent's side.
Due to the difficulty of changing direction in the water and the implanted fighter's all-out effort, he could only manage a slight sidestep, avoiding the head.
If all went according to plan, the Wilderness Sect fighter's hand should have pierced the implanted fighter's chest. But at that moment, from the cracked opening, a massive object suddenly emerged, its body covered in thick bristles, and it opened its sharp jaws to bite the nearest Wilderness Sect fighter.
This unexpected event caused a slight distortion in the implanted fighter's movement, but he seized the opportunity to turn and dodge the attack. The two fighters brushed past each other, and outside the aquarium, a thin trail of water could be seen passing in front of the implanted fighter.
At this moment, the Implanted Fighter should have seized the opportunity to counterattack when his opponent missed a killing blow. He was about to do so, but suddenly he paused, turning his head to look outside.
The Wilderness Fighter also looked in the same direction.
In the corridor outside the aquarium, a tall figure was steadily approaching them. This person was around 1.9 meters tall, in his thirties, with slanted eyebrows, a straight nose, and a square jaw. He had broad shoulders and a slim waist, exuding a valiant aura. A hammer hung at his waist, and he wore a blue belted long robe.
The Gong Clan steward in the audience couldn't help but be startled and pointed, saying, "Young Lord, it's Wei Wusheng!"
"What?"
Gong Zhanyi stood up abruptly, fixing his gaze on that person.
The audience found it odd that this person was walking towards the arena. The security guards on both sides immediately rushed to stop him as they strictly prohibited outsiders from approaching the combat area.
But the man's figure flickered, and in an instant, he passed through the security guards. As his robe fluttered, he directly arrived in front of the aquarium, his gaze fixed on the two fighters inside.
The two fighters also looked at him.
He glanced at the aquarium and said, "During a duel between fighters, how can they be bound by such things?"
He reached for the hammer at his waist, took it in his hand, and then, under the watchful eyes of everyone, he lifted it up. With a twist of his body, he slammed it down.
The security guards behind him hurriedly rushed to stop him, but it was too late. As the hammer struck the glass wall, a loud 'dang' sounded, and in an instant, cracks appeared beneath the hammer's surface, accompanied by a 'kaka' sound. Fractures quickly spread in all directions.
The fighters in the arena realized something was wrong and immediately stood up, starting to retreat towards the exit. However, the faster ones discovered that the outside door was locked, causing them to pause in surprise.
At that moment, a loud boom came from behind them, and the water inside the arena surged out, like a tidal wave, sweeping the nearest security guards away.
In the main deck cabin, Sun Xuechang and the cruise ship's management staff also witnessed this scene. The manager beside Sun Xuechang asked, "Mr. Sun, should we open the door and let the guests out?"
Sun Xuechang stared at the Interface Token, his expression solemn. "We can't open it. Initiate the regional life domain interference and inform the outside that due to a disruptor, this match is temporarily suspended."
"Yes."
"Also, check the identity of that person."
After giving the instructions, the Interface Tokens of all the audience members turned pitch black, and they could no longer see anything.
After a while, another notification came, stating that the security guards were handling the uninvited disruptor, and the match was temporarily suspended. They would be informed when it would resume, and as compensation for their losses, the cruise fees for the next three days would be waived.
Most of the people who came here were not short on money, but the owner of this cruise ship was Canglong Corporation, one of the giant enterprises in Dahuang. No one dared to offend them lightly. Since they had given face, no one dared to complain openly, only grumbling privately.
"We've checked, Mr. Sun. That person is Wei Wusheng from the Heaven Forgive Gang."
Sun Xuechang's eyes flickered. "Heaven Forgive Gang..." He didn't ask further about how Wei Wusheng got on the ship. Each invited fighter could bring one to three people, so someone must have invited him. Pursuing this matter would be meaningless.
"Mr. Sun, confirmed. Due to the broken water barrier, the life field of 'Multieye' is spreading outward..." Another manager nervously reported to him.
Sun Xuechang nodded. "Timely sealing the combat arena is the correct decision."
The manager seemed uneasy. "But the fighters inside might be affected..."
However, many of the fighters who came to watch the match on the ship had their own backgrounds. If something happened to them, it would definitely not be a good thing.
"Also, we found that Gong Zhanyi from the Palace Royal Family is also inside..."
Sun Xuechang's attention was piqued. "Gong Zhanyi? What is he doing there?"
Over the years, the Palace Royal Family had been well aware of Canglong Corporation's constant infiltration into various island countries. They could only unite to support a Ferris Wheel to counter them. Although the Palace Royal Family appeared obedient on the surface, they generally avoided Canglong Corporation.
Sun Xuechang keenly sensed that there was more to this incident. He believed it might be related to today's events. He said, "Immediately send someone to investigate thoroughly. Also, pacify 'Multieye' and try to calm it down."
In the combat arena, the Wilderness Fighter and the Implant Fighter stood up. They continued to stare at each other. The Wilderness Fighter spoke first, "Gao Qiu."
The Implant Fighter was taken aback, realizing that the other fighter was addressing him by name. He responded solemnly, "Lu Shiqi."
"Sixty-seven? Interesting."
The two fighters looked at Wei Wusheng, who stood steadily. As wisps of white smoke rose from his body, his previously soaked clothes were gradually drying.
Wei Wusheng looked at them and said, "I think your match isn't over yet. It should continue."
Gao Qiu shook his head. "The match has been disrupted. The duel can't go on."
Lu Shiqi remained vigilant, keeping his gaze fixed on Wei Wusheng.
Wei Wusheng spoke casually, "It doesn't matter. Either you two fight, or you fight me. Don't think about leaving. The door outside is locked, and no one will come in." He looked at the two fighters, "Today, only one person will be able to walk out of here standing."
(End of Chapter)
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