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Chapter 345: Tier Three
Chapter 345: Tier Three
Chen Chuan felt a surge of heat spreading through his body, and with it, the altered tissues seemed to break free from their restraints, becoming active and generating a vital essence from within.
This essence, hidden within his body and all the altered tissues, had always been there, but he had never been able to perceive it until now, as he crossed that boundary and released it for his own use.
With each breath, the essence grew stronger, and he felt it continuously enhancing the heat in the areas it passed through.
Simultaneously, he sensed a surge of power extending upwards from his spine, passing through the occipital bone, over the crown of his head, and finally sinking into his brow, penetrating inward.
A thunderous sound echoed as if some restriction had been lifted. In that moment, it was as if he had returned to the instant when he first entered Central City and donned the Boundary Vessel, with countless lights and sounds flashing before his eyes once more.
The difference was that he felt his spirit continually elevating, as if it were leaving his body. He saw a vast vortex in the sky, seemingly filled with countless indistinct objects.
The chaotic and indistinguishable sounds and lights surrounded him, seemingly trying to force their way into his consciousness. However, he remained calm and unmoved, maintaining his emotional stability.
This was something Cao Guiqi had warned him about. After breaking through the third limit using the ancient ritual, he should ignore whatever he encountered and strive to maintain his mental focus.
It seemed like a long time had passed, but it was only a few breaths. The noises and distractions vanished, and everything around him returned to normal. At that moment, a flash of light seemed to pass through the depths of his dark eyes.
He stood under the dazzling sunlight, feeling the abundant power within him, realizing that at this moment, he had truly entered the third limit.
In the arena, the spectators were captivated by the giant screen displaying the scene.
In the entire frame, Chen Chuan stood alone, facing the glaring sunlight. His collar and hair fluttered in the wind at the intersection, and rising veils of white mist surrounded him.
Behind him, crimson blood overflowed from a shallow crater, flowing to his feet, merging with his shadow.
The giant screen froze on this image as the Central City Processing Bureau's intervention ended the display. The audience sighed, a mix of satisfaction and regret.
Although the fight was brief, lasting only a few minutes, the Tier Three Fighter's ferocity, power, and impact left the spectators craving more. They eagerly discussed the young man who had defeated Wei Wusheng.
Chen Chuan's Processing Bureau uniform and wide-brimmed hat nearby hinted at his identity as the Bureau's expert sent to handle Wei Wusheng.
Some wondered why such a skilled fighter hadn't been dispatched earlier, but it seemed like a fortunate turn of events, as it allowed them to witness such an exhilarating battle.
As the arena's atmosphere shifted, the giant screen returned to the arena, and the host's voice echoed once more. The audience realized they had been so engrossed in the previous intense fight that they had almost forgotten the ongoing competition.
Yu Shen and Huo Yucheng entered the arena amidst this mixed atmosphere. Huo Yucheng performed well, unaffected by the surroundings, while Yu Shen showed signs of restlessness but managed to maintain a decent level of performance.
Despite their efforts, the audience's reaction was subdued, still captivated by the Tier Three Fighter's display. They eagerly discussed the possibility of achieving similar prowess through advanced implants or enhancements.
Meanwhile, in a hidden underground building, several individuals watched the light screen, witnessing Wei Wusheng's demise.
One of them expressed regret, "Wei Wusheng fell just short. Thankfully, our people at the Processing Bureau cooperated, allowing most of Central City to witness the resonance and ascension. Now, let's see if we can..."
Just then, the light screens in the resonance nests went dark, and their boundary communication links were simultaneously severed.
After a brief moment, the screens flickered back to life, and the boundary communication gradually resumed.
The leader of the group asked in a deep voice, "What just happened?"
One of the Resonators quickly replied, "We initiated an emergency field shield..."
The leader furrowed his brows and asked, "For what reason?"
The Resonator hesitated, "Before, we followed your instructions to further investigate that student, and we did find something. It seems to be related to... well..."
"Related to what?"
"The Administrative Bureau..."
Everyone fell silent. After a while, someone spoke up, "Were the traces removed?"
The Resonator hurriedly responded, "Yes, we didn't wait for confirmation and interrupted the path first, shielding the field connection. The other side won't be able to detect us."
The leader made a decisive statement, "From now on, regarding this student, only pay attention to the surface-level information. Don't delve deeper into investigating this student."
In the Eternal Victory Hall of the Tian Shu Gang, Elder Yu Hongming also witnessed Wei Wusheng's demise through the Resonator's holographic screen. Despite the death of his own disciple, he remained calm throughout, showing no visible emotions.
Only at the very end did he glance deeply at Chen Chuan, who was standing nearby.
Lowering his head, he also looked at Guan Chengqi, who was standing beside him with clenched fists. He said, "Kid, there's no need for that look. This is the fate of our fighters—to constantly overcome powerful opponents or be defeated by stronger ones. This was the path Xiao Wu chose, and he must bear the consequences."
"Hatred is useless. You must fight for yourself, not for others."
With a wave of his hand, a servant approached and led Guan Chengqi away. After taking a few steps, he spoke to a disciple following behind, "Xiao Guang, bring back Xiao Wu's body. Although he is no longer a disciple of Tian Shu Gang, he was still my disciple. Any expenses will be covered by me."
The disciple replied solemnly, "Master, rest assured. I will take care of Wei Shixiong's matter."
At the crossroads, Chen Chuan heard the sound of a vehicle approaching from a distance, followed by a series of sharp and piercing braking noises, and then hurried and chaotic footsteps drawing near.
Behind the damaged vehicles emerged members of the Processing Bureau. Upon arriving, they unanimously slowed their pace, many of them looking at Chen Chuan with eyes filled with astonishment and admiration.
The leading captain approached Chen Chuan and nodded solemnly. He then quickly went to Wei Wusheng's body, examined the corpse, and breathed a sigh of relief. Placing his hand on the boundary vessel, he reported to the bureau, "Wei Wusheng is confirmed dead..."
After a moment, he glanced at the distant Chen Chuan and said, "Confirmed!"
Seeing that they had taken over, Chen Chuan did not linger. He nodded to the crowd and left the scene. At this moment, Ni Qianqian's call came through.
Her voice was loud, and her excitement was evident. "Chen Ge, you're amazing! This time, you've saved face for me and our bureau. Let those bigmouths talk; they'll be praising you soon enough."
Chen Chuan asked, "Did I cause any trouble for you, Ni Jie?"
"What trouble could there be? Right now, they're all rushing to praise you," Ni Qianqian chuckled, "You don't know that in just a short while, several old-timers have contacted me, wanting to communicate more with you."
Chen Chuan sincerely said, "It seems like you're well-liked within the bureau, Ni Jie."
Hearing this, Ni Qianqian couldn't help but giggle.
After a while, Qianqian calmed down and said, "Speaking of which, some higher-ups want to meet you. Chen Ge, find time to visit the bureau in the next few days, okay? Mm, focus on your own matters first, don't be distracted by external influences. I'll handle things on my end."
Chen Chuan nodded and said, "I do have some matters to attend to. Thank you, Ni Jie."
"It's nothing. I'm well-liked, after all," Ni Qianqian smiled.
After ending the call with Ni Qianqian, Chen Chuan retrieved the Snow Lady Sword and its sheath, sheathing the sword. He then proceeded to collect his clothes.
Just then, he noticed someone approaching. It was Bai Laoshi, the teacher from Wu Yi Academy, who had his outerwear and hat in hand. Bai Laoshi gestured to him, "Chen Tongxue, your things are here."
Chen Chuan quickly stepped forward and took the items, politely thanking him, "Bai Laoshi, thank you."
Bai Laoshi smiled faintly and said, "No need to be so polite. Let me see..." He examined Chen Chuan up and down and sighed, "You're not even twenty yet, and you're already a Tier Three Fighter. Such students are very rare.
Some students choose to graduate after reaching Tier Three. Chen Tongxue, may I ask about your personal plans?"
Chen Chuan knew that some students did choose to graduate after reaching the third tier, but they usually had spent several years in the academy. He, however, was not in a hurry. He had been in Central City for less than a year, and the school provided many resources that were unavailable outside.
He replied, "I still have much to learn."
Bai Laoshi nodded, "Yes, you've only been in school for half a year. My advice is to stay a little longer. There are some things that are more conveniently known and obtained within the school. You'll understand soon enough."
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(End of Chapter)
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