Chapter 383: Crushing the Enemy's Defense
Chapter 383: Crushing the Enemy's Defense
Chen Chuan glanced at the serpent-shaped pendant on the fallen man's chest, a symbol of the Viper Organization, which was included in several documents provided by the Processing Bureau.
Prior to today, he had thoroughly reviewed the files of these armed gangs multiple times, meticulously studying the recordings and records of each individual.
Not only did he do this himself, but he also discussed each person with Wu Yi's teachers, strategizing how to deal with them when encountered, how to quickly conclude the fight, and devising specific plans for each one.
The man lying before him was named Jin Leihan, a native of the Voro Peninsula, particularly skilled in cross-training.
As he recalled this man's information, the voice of Bai Laoshi echoed in his mind:
"For someone like Jin Leihan, who excels in external cross-training, it's almost impossible to defeat them within a short time. If you ask me if there's a quick way to win, there is one method...
His cross-training force, the simplest 'Firm Mountain Force,' is not easy to master to this level. However, softness cannot be maintained, and prolonged rigidity leads to difficulty in achieving greatness.
When he attacks, he will momentarily gather all his force, and if this force is broken by a stronger force from the front, his entire body will shatter. But this is just in theory, because even if it's possible, you'd need to seize that moment of maximum force concentration, otherwise, it won't achieve the desired outcome..."
Chen Chuan looked at the soft corpse, and to achieve this goal, he had first released a simulated field, a field signal that gave an intense sense of danger. This stimulus provoked a strong reaction from Jin Leihan, forcing him to concentrate all his strength.
At that moment, Chen Chuan instantly merged with his Second Self, guiding the Furnace Breathing Method, and with the accumulated power of the Cloud-Crushing Technique, he delivered a punch that directly shattered the strongest point, instantly fracturing every bone in Jin Leihan's body.
But it wasn't over yet. At this point, Jin Leihan was only severely injured, not fatally, even for a cross-training expert. If his Essence Blood had accumulated enough, he might have even been able to stand up. So, Chen Chuan unleashed a second force from within his body, penetrating his opponent's unprotected internal organs and brain, shaking them to death instantly.
To onlookers, it appeared as if Chen Chuan had merely thrown a single punch, directly shaking Jin Leihan to death with a head-on strike. This display left the Viper Organization members who witnessed it in awe.
In reality, this strike was the pinnacle of Chen Chuan's current combination of techniques and strength, utilizing field techniques, Furnace Breathing Method, and the merging of his Second Self.
Not only that, Jin Leihan also became the first sacrifice for the Secret Sect Ritual, as his body absorbed the ritual's energy, which could play a role in the upcoming battles.
Xiao Sheng witnessed the scene ahead and was shocked, silently thinking, "This is bad."
Their usual tactic was to have Jin Leihan lead with his cross-training skills, engaging the enemy and buying time for the rest of the team to observe their weaknesses. Then, the remaining members would swarm in for the kill, and this strategy had always worked flawlessly.
However, precisely because this tactic was so effective, they had never bothered to practice backup strategies. Everyone was too lazy to invest the effort.
But now, this flaw was exposed, and it was clear that they would have to fight individually.
His prediction was accurate, for as he paused, a figure swiftly rushed past him, heading towards the enemy.
Chen Chuan turned towards the person rushing at him. This individual wore a black training suit, had a hooked nose, deep-set eyes, and agile movements. He wielded a long sword of foreign make, even slightly longer than Chen Chuan's own.
From these features, Chen Chuan identified him as Zhu Haiwu, an attack specialist from the Viper Organization, a mixed-race individual from the Outer Ocean Islands. Zhu Haiwu was adept at seizing opportunities, and he likely saw Chen Chuan's confrontation with Jin Leihan as a chance to strike, assuming that Chen Chuan's energy and force were not yet balanced or that he had sustained significant injuries.
As he watched Zhu Haiwu approach, the words of Teacher Zheng echoed in his mind:
"This person's sword techniques are solid, and his skills are commendable. If I were to fight him? Within three moves, I could cut him in half. At his current level, no matter how many times he tries, the outcome will be the same.
If you ask me if I can defeat him in one move, my answer is yes, but there's a price to pay..."
Chen Chuan faced the incoming slash, stepped back, and drew the Xian Jun Sword from its sheath on the ground, slashing forward to meet the attack.
If it were just a straightforward exchange of attacks, a life-for-life situation, the opponent would likely dodge. They might not engage in a direct confrontation because they had the advantage of numbers; they only needed to restrain Chen Chuan and create opportunities for their teammates.
Even with Chen Chuan's extraordinary speed and strength, due to the distance between them, a well-prepared opponent could react in time, avoiding a fatal blow.
His speed, while formidable, did not yet reach the level of a Tier Three Fighter overwhelming a Tier One or Tier Two Fighter. Against an opponent of similar caliber, he couldn't afford to be fast; instead, he needed to be slow, making the opponent believe they could strike first...
Zhu Haiwu's eyes flashed, and in that instant, he had made his assessment. Confident that his sword would strike first, he maintained his stance and aimed a straight downward slash at Chen Chuan's head and neck.
However, at that moment, Zhu Haiwu was startled to find that Chen Chuan's figure wasn't where it should have been, but two steps away, just out of the sword's reach.
After sensing that something was amiss, he reacted swiftly, adjusting his body's power. He lifted his wrist, swiftly changing his blade's path from a slash to a thrust, still aimed at his opponent.
However, as he made this move, he realized that Chen Chuan remained in his original position. The scene he had just witnessed seemed like an illusion, causing his pupils to constrict in surprise.
Chen Chuan stepped forward, allowing his opponent's blade to graze past his shoulder. With two swift slashes of his Snow Lord Blade, the blade's light flashed, and as they crossed paths, Zhu Haiwu's body was instantly severed into three pieces.
After taking two steps forward, Chen Chuan halted, brandishing his long blade. Behind him, the two severed body parts and the flying head fell to the ground.
He lifted his head, gazing forward, and said, "Second one!" Simultaneously, another flash of light passed through his clothing and mask.
After sacrificing Jin Leihan, the secret ritual's effect was to create a sensory misalignment, allowing him to take advantage of this without any cost, slaying Zhu Haiwu.
And now, after sacrificing another person, the ritual had another effect, which he intended to use on his next opponent.
Those who were about to approach hesitated, and in the blink of an eye, the second person fell under Chen Chuan's blade. Despite being a single move, it decided the victor, a situation that greatly surprised them.
Although they didn't care about their comrade's life, they understood his strength, making them cautious and careful. None dared to rush forward recklessly.
Chen Chuan's gaze shifted to the three people ahead. The Viper Team consisted of six Third Limit Fighters, not all of whom were experts. Including Jin Leihan, only half were truly outstanding, with the rest being mediocre. However, each had their unique strengths.
When combined and complemented, they became formidable.
Fighting against one opponent or two was entirely different, let alone facing several. This required the lone fighter to have a comprehensive strength several times greater to have a chance.
Even with his second self to bear the damage, he didn't want to face such a situation. Ideally, he wanted to create a one-on-one scenario and defeat them one by one in the shortest time.
On the left stood Sheng Hui, a recent college graduate with decent abilities. He was the Viper Team's strategist, but leading such a team wasn't easy.
In the middle, wearing a short skirt, was Xian Quanfeng, a seductive woman. Although her combat skills were average, she was the team's expert in interrogation and medical treatment. She could revive teammates unless they suffered fatal injuries. Additionally, she seemed to possess advanced life field interference abilities, so the information suggested prioritizing her elimination.
Finally, there was an unusual-looking person with a hunched back, making it hard to discern his age. His hands almost touched the ground, and his lean muscles were wrapped in a green combat suit, especially his exaggerated latissimus dorsi muscles, which seemed to spread like wings, giving him the appearance of a standing snake.
This person was Lao Han, the Viper Team's strongest member after the leader. He was the leader's trusted aide, possessing formidable strength. Many challenging tasks were assigned to him.
The Processing Bureau needed more people, and even one less was unacceptable. They primarily feared this person and the leader, Xu Xianwen.
As he observed, a mysterious and ethereal field interacted with his life field, seemingly carrying a bewildering influence to affect his mental state.
Teacher Jiang's lazy voice echoed in his mind:
"Those skilled in life fields often possess a cautious and impulsive dual nature. On one hand, they fearlessly clash in the field, while on the other, they never strike until they see their opponent's true strength."
Such individuals are usually cautious. Once they sense something amiss, they prioritize survival, and their teammates will fully support them. So, they aren't easy targets for quick elimination.
"If you want to resolve this quickly... Hmm, unless you can significantly impact her mentally during the field clash, which I think is difficult, but who knows, there might be a way."
As Chen Chuan felt the field's contact, his gaze turned to Xian Quanfeng, and simultaneously, his secret ritual was activated by her field.
It amplified his senses and elevated his spirit, a ritual used by sacrificers to communicate with a worshipped entity. At this moment, Xian Quanfeng witnessed a scene akin to consuming special medication, even more absurd and eerie. Her spirit momentarily became dazed.
In that instant, Chen Chuan swiftly drew his Thunderbolt Pistol, aiming its dark muzzle at her bewildered and suspicious face.
With a pull of the trigger, a thunderous boom erupted, and half of Xian Quanfeng's head was instantly shattered into fragments. The loud noise caused the surrounding leaves to rustle.
Chen Chuan gazed at the fallen corpse on the ground, and the pistol's muzzle still emitted a wisp of smoke. He spoke calmly, "Third one!"
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(End of Chapter)
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