Chapter 383: Crushing the Strong and Overwhelming the Enemy
Chapter 383: Crushing the Strong and Overwhelming the Enemy
Chen Chuan glanced at the snake-shaped pendant on the chest of the fallen man, a symbol of the Viper Organization, one of the groups detailed in the files provided by the Handling Bureau.
Prior to today, he had thoroughly reviewed the information on these armed gangs several times, meticulously studying the recordings and records of each individual.
Not only that, but he also discussed each person in detail with Wu Yi's group of teachers, strategizing how to handle each one, how to quickly end the fight, and devising specific plans accordingly.
The man lying before him, named Jin Lei Han, was a native of the Voro Peninsula and was particularly adept at cross-training.
As he recalled this man's information, the voice of Teacher Bai echoed in his mind:
"For someone like Jin Lei Han, who excels in external cross-training, it's nearly impossible to defeat them in a short period. If you're asking if there's a quick way to win, there is one method...
This type of cross-training force is the simplest 'Mountain Force', and it's not easy to cultivate it to such a high level. However, softness cannot defend, and hardness cannot endure. If hardness and softness are not in harmony, it's difficult to achieve greatness.
When he launches an attack, he will momentarily gather all his force. If, at that moment, a force far stronger than his own breaks through from the front, his entire body's consolidated force will shatter. But this is only in theory, as even if it's achievable, it requires seizing the precise moment when the force is at its peak, or else the goal won't be accomplished..."
Chen Chuan looked at the limp corpse, knowing that to achieve this, he had first activated a simulated field, a type of field signal that could instill an extreme sense of danger. This prompted Jin Lei Han to react intensely, forcing him to concentrate all his strength.
In that moment, Chen Chuan instantly merged with his second self, guiding the Furnace Breathing Technique and unleashing the long-prepared Cloud-Busting Style with a single punch, shattering the strongest point and instantly fracturing every bone in Jin Lei Han's body.
But it didn't end there. At this point, Jin Lei Han was only severely injured, not fatally, by the standards of a cross-training expert. With enough accumulated essence blood, he might have even been able to stand up. So, Chen Chuan immediately followed up with a second force, penetrating and shattering his unprotected internal organs and brain tissue, ensuring his death on the spot.
To onlookers, it appeared as if Chen Chuan had simply thrown a single punch, crushing Jin Lei Han head-on. This display left the Viper Organization members who witnessed it in awe.
In reality, this strike was Chen Chuan's peak combination of field domain techniques, Furnace Breathing Technique, and the merging power of his second self.
Moreover, Jin Lei Han became the first offering to the secret ritual, as the secret ritual on his body absorbed the first sacrifice. This would provide an advantage in the subsequent battles.
Xia Sheng, witnessing the scene, was shocked and silently exclaimed, "This is bad."
Their usual tactic involved using Jin Lei Han's cross-training skills to hold off the enemy, tire them out, and observe their weaknesses, allowing the rest of the team to swarm in for the kill. This strategy had never failed them.
However, the very reason this tactic was so effective was why they had never bothered to practice backup strategies. Everyone was too lazy to invest the effort.
Now, this flaw was exposed, and they would undoubtedly fight individually.
His prediction was accurate. As he paused, a figure swiftly moved past him and charged forward.
Chen Chuan turned to face the person rushing towards him. Dressed in black training clothes, with a hooked nose and deep-set eyes, this agile individual wielded a long Western-style blade, slightly longer than Chen Chuan's own.
Recognizing these features, Chen Chuan identified the attacker as Zhu Hai Wu, a half-blood member of the Viper Organization known for his opportunism. Zhu Hai Wu likely saw Chen Chuan's confrontation with Jin Lei Han and judged that his breath and force were not yet balanced, possibly even injured, making it an opportune moment to strike.
As Zhu Hai Wu approached, Chen Chuan recalled Teacher Zheng's words:
"This man's knife skills are solid, and his techniques are commendable. If I were to fight him, I could cut him in two with three strikes. At his current level, no matter how many times he tries, the outcome will be the same.
If you're asking if I can finish him in one strike, I can, but there's a price to pay..."
Facing Zhu Hai Wu's incoming slash, Chen Chuan stepped back and drew the Xue Knife from its sheath, which was stuck in the ground behind him, and countered with his own slash.
If it were a simple exchange of attacks, a life-for-life situation, the opponent would likely dodge. They might not engage in a direct confrontation because they had numbers on their side; all they needed was to restrain Chen Chuan and create an opening for their teammates.
Even with Chen Chuan's extraordinary speed and strength, due to the spatial distance, a well-prepared opponent could react in time, preventing a fatal blow.
Chen Chuan's current speed was not yet at the level where he could overwhelm a third-degree combatant, let alone first or second-degree ones. Therefore, he couldn't afford to be fast; he had to be slow, allowing the opponent to feel that they could strike first. So...
Zhu Hai Wu's eyes flashed with determination, and in that instant, he was certain his blade would reach his opponent first. Maintaining his stance, he aimed a downward slash at Chen Chuan's neck.
But at that moment, Zhu Hai Wu was startled to find that Chen Chuan's figure was no longer in its original position but had abruptly appeared two steps away, just out of reach of his blade.
After sensing something amiss, Chen Chuan's reaction was swift. With a swift pull of his Zhouyuan Force, he raised his wrist, swiftly changing the angle of his knife from a slash to a stab, still aimed at his opponent.
However, as he made this move, he realized that Chen Chuan was still in his original position, as if everything he had just seen was an illusion. This realization caused his pupils to constrict.
Chen Chuan stepped forward, allowing his opponent's knife to pass harmlessly above his shoulder. With two swift slashes of his Snow Lord's Blade, the knife's gleam flashed, and as the two crossed paths, Zhu Haiwu's body was instantly severed into three pieces.
Chen Chuan took two steps forward and stopped, brandishing his long knife. Behind him, the two severed body parts and the flying head fell to the ground one after the other.
He lifted his head, gazing forward, and said, "The second one!" At that moment, another flash of light passed through his clothes and mask.
After sacrificing Jin Lei Han, the secret ritual's effect was to create a sensory distortion, and Chen Chuan utilized this to his advantage. Without any cost, he had successfully killed Zhu Haiwu.
Now, with another sacrifice, the ritual had an additional effect, which Chen Chuan intended to use on his next opponent.
Those who were about to step forward hesitated, and in the blink of an eye, the second person fell under Chen Chuan's blade. The outcome was decided in a single move, a situation that greatly surprised them.
Although they didn't care about their comrade's life, they were well aware of their strength. This made them cautious and wary, and none dared to rush forward recklessly.
Chen Chuan's gaze fixed on the three figures ahead. The Viper Team consisted of six Third-Degree Combatants, but not all of them were experts. Including Jin Lei Han, there were barely half who were truly exceptional, while the rest were mediocre. However, each member had their unique strengths.
When combined and working together, they became a formidable force.
Fighting against one person at the same level was different from facing two or more. It required the lone combatant to possess several times the strength to have a chance at victory.
Even with his second self to bear the damage, Chen Chuan didn't want to face such a situation. He preferred to create a one-on-one scenario and defeat them individually in the shortest time possible.
Standing on the left was Sheng Hui, a fresh graduate who led the Viper Team. It was impressive that such a team was under his command.
In the middle was a seductive woman named Xian Quanfeng, wearing a short dress. Although her combat strength was not exceptional, she was the team's interrogation expert and medic. She could revive her teammates from non-fatal injuries and was suspected of possessing advanced life field interference abilities. Therefore, the suggestion in the intel was to prioritize eliminating her first.
The last person was unique in appearance, hunched over, and his age was indiscernible. His hands nearly touched the ground, and his slender muscles were wrapped in a green protective suit. His back muscles, especially the exaggerated latissimus dorsi, seemed to spread like wings, resembling a standing snake.
This person was Lao Han, the strongest fighter in the Viper Team after the leader, Xu Xianwen. He was the leader's trusted right-hand man and had accomplished many challenging tasks.
Previously, the Handling Bureau had wanted to deploy more people, even one less would be unacceptable. Their primary concern was Lao Han and Xu Xianwen.
As Chen Chuan observed, a mysterious and ethereal field made contact with his biofield, attempting to influence his mental state with a bewildering change.
At this moment, Teacher Jiang's lazy voice echoed in his mind:
"Those skilled in biofields often possess a dual nature of caution and impulsiveness. On one hand, they are fearless in field clashes, and on the other, they are hesitant to act without fully understanding their opponent.
Such individuals are usually cautious, and when they sense something amiss, their survival instincts kick in. Their teammates will also support them. Therefore, they are not easy targets for elimination.
If you want to resolve this quickly, you must find a way to significantly influence their mental state during the field clash. Although I believe it's challenging, there might be a method to achieve this."
As Chen Chuan felt the field contact, he turned his gaze to Xian Quanfeng, and at the same time, his secret ritual was activated by her field.
The ritual amplified his senses and elevated his mental state, allowing him to communicate with a worshipped entity. In this moment, Xian Quanfeng perceived a distorted scene, even more surreal and bizarre than if she had taken special medication. Her mind couldn't help but waver for an instant.
Chen Chuan swiftly drew his Thunderbolt Pistol, aiming the dark muzzle at the bewildered and suspicious face of the seductive woman.
With a pull of the trigger, a thunderous boom reverberated, and half of Xian Quanfeng's head was instantly blown to bits. The loud noise caused the surrounding leaves to rustle.
Chen Chuan looked at the fallen corpse on the ground, and the muzzle of his Thunderbolt Pistol still emitted a wisp of smoke. He spoke calmly, "The third one!"
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(End of Chapter)
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