Chapter 689 (1/2)
Chapter 689: The Duel Between the Old and New Commander
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Amid the countless gazes, Cao Feng stepped out gradually, and with every step, the spiritual energy fluctuations emanating from his body increased at an alarming speed. Within a mere three steps, his spiritual energy fluctuations had surpassed that of the maximum potential of a First Grade Sovereign! In fact, the power of his spiritual energy had surpassed any opponent that Mu Chen had met on the peak of the Golden Pool!
As Cao Feng steadied his steps, with a sardonic smirk on his face, his spiritual energy fluctuations had reached that of a Second Grade Sovereign. The overwhelming oppressive energy he was emitting now enveloped the entire Daluo Golden Platform. Cao Feng had actually advanced as a Second Grade Sovereign!
Below the peak of the Golden Pool, countless gasps rang out in the air. No wonder Cao Feng was not fearful of Mu Chen’s challenge, for he had reached a breakthrough, advancing him to the rank of Second Grade Sovereign successfully!
Tang Bing and Tang Rou’s expressions became somber, as they were clear that the differences between every rank in the Sovereign-stage were significant. Thus, it was not easy to compensate for this difference in ability.
“Sister, Mu Chen won’t lose, right?” Tang Rou pulled on Tang Bing’s hand and asked quietly. She knew that, if Mu Chen lost this time, Nine Nether Palace’s reputation would suffer a disastrous decline, and Lord Blood Hawk would then rake up past matters in an attempt to disband Nine Nether Palace.
Tang Bing hesitated slightly, before gritting her teeth. “Mu Chen is not an idiot, and I believe he had anticipated this to happen. Thus, he wouldn’t be so confident, unless he already had methods to counter this.”
At this moment, she had no other option but to have faith in Mu Chen.
Upon hearing this, Nine Nether couldn’t help but smile, as she said, “Bing’er, you have finally shown some confidence in him.”
Tang Bing blushed slightly, as she retorted stubbornly, “I’m just making considerations for Nine Nether Palace. He was so arrogant just now. If he loses, see how I will end him!”
A gentle smile bloomed, replacing Nine Nether’s usual cold expression. As she stared at the huge Spiritual Energy Screen, her eyes narrowed at the two figures confronting each other. She then stated softly, “Rest assured… One mere Cao Feng is unable to stop him…”
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Cao Feng stood at the center of the Daluo Golden Platform, his gaze looming over Mu Chen. It was the ability of a Second Grade Sovereign that allowed him to have such confidence.
In Blood Hawk Palace, he had always remained low-key, leaving many decisions to be made by Wu Tian, as he had concealed his true capabilities. Other than Lord Blood Hawk, very few people knew that his abilities were barely less than those of Wu Tian.
Furthermore, he was more patient and knew how to bide his time, as compared to Wu Tian. In fact, if it wasn’t for Mu Chen, he would have continued to hide his true strength, until he could utterly defeat the three other Commanders, who were currently ranked higher than him.
“Originally, I didn’t intend to display my ability…”
A majestic spiritual energy rippled around Cao Feng, causing the space to fluctuate, resulting in a wave of ripples, which were visible to the naked eye. He glanced coldly at Mu Chen. “As the previous Commander of Nine Nether Troop, I believe I need to test if you are qualified enough to become the new Commander.”
Mu Chen’s brows knit together tightly, as he stared at Cao Feng, before stating slowly, “I hope you never speak this sentence again, as you are not worthy enough to have any relationship with Nine Nether Palace.”
He paused for a moment, then continued, “Also, I would like to tell you something… You’re an ungrateful and vicious animal. Thus, I want one hand from you to pay the price of the betrayal. Although I think this would dirty my hands, you must be accountable toward the thousands of brothers of the Nine Nether Troop.”
Mu Chen’s calm voice rang throughout the Daluo Golden Platform, leaving the five men dumbfounded upon hearing it. Even Xu Qing’s and Zhou Yue’s glances surged with astonishment. They stared at the composed young man with stunned expressions, as it was hard to imagine that such an arrogant threat was issued by such a seemingly gentle and polite young man.
His words had been akin to regarding Cao Feng as a fish on the chopping board, and as one who was on the verge of slaughtering him easily. They wondered if he had forgotten that Cao Feng had already advanced as a Second Grade Sovereign! Even though he had displayed outstanding combat ability, Mu Chen was still in no position to say such arrogant statements in front of a Second Grade Sovereign!
“Heh heh… how interesting.” Wu Tian glanced at Mu Chen with an unsettling gaze as he cackled and wondered to himself: Was this new Commander of Nine Nether Palace foolish to such a degree?
Cao Feng stared chillingly at Mu Chen, his calm expression completely wiped off. As the corners of his mouth twitched, his face twisted maliciously.
“Heh heh…”
A chilling laugh emitted from Cao Feng’s clenched teeth, as Mu Chen’s words had angered him to the point where of incredulity. Over the past years, it was his first time to have met such an insolent fellow.
He had originally intended to humiliate Mu Chen verbally. But, now that the latter had shocked him with such insolent words, it seemed that he did not view him as a threat in the slightest.
“Looks like the new Nine Nether’s newly found Commander is truly disappointing,” Cao Feng said stiffly.
Mu Chen knit his brows and frowned deeper, staring at Cao Feng, before stating, “Two hands.”
“You insolent brat!”