Chapter 410: Crushing Defeat
Chapter 410: Crushing Defeat
Gai Er launched his attack without any warning, executing a swift and fierce move. Most people would instinctively react with caution to such a strike.
Chen Chuan's eyes reflected the gradually enlarging end of the staff, but he didn't flinch. As the staff tip reached just inches from his face, it straightened with a sharp metallic sound and halted its advance.
With his keen eyesight, Chen Chuan accurately judged the distance of the initial strike, and his field domain told him that this was just a feint. The real deadly attack was yet to come, and it would depend on his reaction.
As expected, when Chen Chuan didn't dodge, Gai Er swiftly transitioned to the next move. He pushed forward the last section of the three-section staff, and with a series of powerful thrusts, the three sections instantly transformed into a single, solid staff. The tip cracked the air as it thrust forward.
Chen Chuan didn't draw his sword; he merely lifted his hand slightly, precisely blocking the staff's tip. A loud bang echoed as their contact created a burst of air pressure.
Chen Chuan's hand didn't even tremble.
Seeing that the initial strike was unsuccessful, Gai Er swiftly transformed the staff back into three sections with a metallic ring. With a swift spin, he used his waist and back strength to manipulate the staff, creating a loud whirring sound as he whipped it upwards in a diagonal arc.
At this moment, the three-section staff resembled a steel whip being brandished, emitting a deep, powerful whistle through the air.
This strike, combined with the previous one, formed a technique known as the "Armor-Piercing Whip." It began with a forceful thrust to force the enemy to dodge or block. Once blocked, the thrusting force would penetrate the enemy's body at the point of contact, immobilizing them momentarily.
Simultaneously, the staff would separate into three sections, creating a counter-shock that provided a slight advantage in speed. Finally, the technique culminated in a unified strike with all his strength, aiming to defeat the opponent in one blow.
This move was Gai Er's signature killer technique, and he had never failed to execute it successfully.
Facing this attack, Chen Chuan seemed caught off guard by the previous thrust, leaving him no time to dodge. The steel staff struck his neck with a resounding boom!
The Lu Tong Express workers were shocked, their hearts racing as they witnessed the attack. Many felt a surge of excitement, remembering how Gai Er had once split a car in two with a single strike.
But after the attack, Chen Chuan didn't move an inch. He slightly tilted his head, his gaze steady as he looked at Gai Er and asked, "Is that all?"
Gai Er's eyes widened in surprise, hastily attempting to retrieve his weapon for another round.
However, due to his previous exertion, he leaned forward, causing his retreat to be slightly delayed. Chen Chuan seized this moment, stepping forward and closing the distance between them.
Gai Er, feeling Chen Chuan's relentless pursuit, tried to back away, but Chen Chuan matched his pace, staying right in front of him.
Suddenly, Chen Chuan felt a powerful aura emanating from Gai Er, as if it could crush him.
In that instant, Gai Er's breath hitched.
Chen Chuan swiftly grabbed Gai Er's neck, and a capture power flowed into him, effortlessly lifting him into the air. At the peak, Chen Chuan slammed him onto the ground with force!
A loud crash echoed as Gai Er's body hit the ground, cracking the surface beneath him. His legs and knees below were shattered, and his altered tissue couldn't protect him from the impact. Blood seeped through his skin, and even his seven orifices bled.
Chen Chuan released his grip, and Gai Er knelt with a thud, struggling to breathe.
Despite his injuries, Gai Er, a seasoned fighter, glared defiantly at Chen Chuan, refusing to yield. His body began to heal slowly as his blood circulated.
Chen Chuan looked down at Gai Er, then reached out and placed his hand on Gai Er's forehead, pushing him off balance. Gai Er's eyes widened with panic and fear, trying to speak, but his breath was still ragged from the previous strike. His lips moved, but only a faint whisper escaped, unable to form words.
Chen Chuan raised his foot and stomped on Gai Er's head, creating a crater in the ground below. Gai Er's body convulsed once more.
As he pulled his foot out of the ground, almost sinking into the earth, a distorted and deformed face emerged from beneath the rubble, blending in with the stones and debris.
Old Bian, who was behind the Boundary Token, couldn't help but lift his body, as if wanting to escape from his original position. His heart started pounding rapidly without his conscious control.
In the arena, silence enveloped the crowd, only broken by the rapid breathing of those present.
The leader of the Moss Gang was stunned for a moment, then felt a chill run down his spine. He swallowed hard, and then spoke to the Boundary Token, "Gai Er is finished. His head was crushed..."
The person on the other side seemed shocked as well, remaining silent and only ending the communication.
Chen Chuan didn't bother looking at the other person again. He left the scene without even drawing his sword, having defeated Gai Er with his bare hands from start to finish.
Strictly speaking, he had subdued his opponent with just one move. If this had been a friendly spar, the fight would have ended at that moment.
As he passed by the three-section staff, he hooked it with his foot, causing it to spring into the air. He caught the front end in his hand and swung it, bringing the three sections together.
On the Roadway Logistics side, Lan Shenan was the first to regain her senses. Suppressing her excitement, she immediately used the Boundary Token to alert the others at the rear to be vigilant and watch out for any unusual behavior from Venom Ant Express.
Fortunately, everything remained calm. The people from Venom Ant Express were not foolish enough to provoke them. They knew the destructive power of a Tier Three Combatant and wouldn't dare to challenge them at this time.
The leader of the Moss Gang frantically waved his hands, signaling the driver to leave the area immediately. He didn't want to stay there for a second longer. If the Tier Three Combatant on the other side decided to take action, he knew his chances of survival were slim.
Lan Shenan walked forward and approached Chen Chuan. She nodded respectfully at him and then continued forward, facing the Venom Ant Express group. She spoke to those hiding behind the fortifications, "You've lost. According to our prior agreement, Venom Ant Express must withdraw from the occupied territory. If you break this agreement, we at Roadway Logistics will no longer abide by the rules."
After a long wait, no one from the other side stepped forward. Instead, a voice emerged, "Captain Lan, we understand the rules, and we will honor our agreement. But you need to give us some time."
Lan Shenan replied promptly, "Two days is more than enough. If you don't leave by then, we'll take matters into our own hands." With that, she turned around and walked away without another word.
At this moment, Chen Chuan had returned to the RV and took a sip from the cup of hot drink he had left unfinished earlier. It still felt warm.
The previous confrontation between the two had ended almost as soon as it began. Gai Er barely had a chance to put up a decent resistance, but in reality, he wasn't that weak.
Based on his assessment, he was at least a bit stronger than Xiao Sheng and Xian Quan Feng from the Viper Team. If given enough preparation, defeating him in one move would be a challenging task.
When he had come into contact with the Field Domain, he realized that this person was extremely self-serving. If things went awry, he wouldn't hesitate to abandon everyone and flee, disregarding any agreements about the fight.
If this person managed to escape, it would cause significant trouble for Roadway Logistics. That's why Chen Chuan had to ensure he was killed on the spot, and quickly.
His deliberate decision to take that hit was a psychological tactic to intimidate his opponent, blunting their edge. By exploiting the opening and advancing, while also using the Field Domain to exert pressure, he had shaken their mental state, leading to the final successful strike.
On the surface, it seemed like an effortless victory, but behind it was not only his formidable physical attributes and combat skills but also a well-chosen tactical approach.
The blow from Gai Er's staff appeared ferocious, but it wasn't as powerful as Chen Chuan had anticipated. He had prepared to withstand it with his second self, but in reality, his own refined blood and mutated tissue techniques had dissipated the force.
At that moment, a notification sounded from the Boundary Token, indicating an unknown incoming call. He contemplated for a moment and decided to answer it.
A voice with no discernible features spoke, "Mr. Chen, this is deep water you're wading into. Are you sure you want to proceed?"
Chen Chuan asked, "Who is this?"
The voice didn't answer his question but continued, "Mr. Chen, we know your capabilities, and we respect you. But the matters of the Lower City District are not something you can casually involve yourself in. It will cause trouble for many, including yourself and those close to you.
If you withdraw now, we will offer you a satisfactory reward. We hope you make a rational choice, Mr. Chen. If you've made your decision, you can contact us using this signal."
With that, the call ended abruptly.
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(End of Chapter)
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