AST 2433 - Formidable Ling Chen, Leader of the Troop (1/2)

“You know me.” Ling Chen wasn’t surprised and had instead responded calmly.

As though it wasn’t strange for Qing Shui to know him, he said. Still, that wasn’t untrue. Ling Chen was well-known. He was the cream of the crop among the younger generation.

“I don’t actually, but I saw a Berserk Dragon which was killed instantaneously on my way here, and they all claimed it’s you. That’s how I guessed it.” Qing Shui smiled casually.

Ling Chen observed Qing Shui before continuing, “I don’t like beating around the bush. I owe someone a favor and they wanted me to kill you all as repayment.”

“That Fatty?” Qing Shui laughed.

“I can’t tell you. You’re free to make your own assumptions. To be honest, I don’t like killing others for no reason, but I have to repay what I owe. I don’t have a choice.” Ling Chen explained begrudgingly.

“As the saying goes, don’t try to keep a good reputation if you have bad intentions. Isn’t that right?” Qing Shui couldn’t stand the pretentiousness of the elegant man, or perhaps it was because he was too outstanding that Qing Shui felt this way. Beautiful women couldn’t stand the sight of each other, and the same went for capable men.

Ling Chen was startled but wasn’t angered. In fact, he laughed. “You’re right. No one has ever described me in that say. Honestly, I’m not pretentious, but at least you speak the truth.”

“Haha. No wonder they say that the lowly are all pretentious. I see it’s true. Alright, since you don’t have a choice, let us begin start. Life or death is up to destiny now,” Qing Shui chuckled.

“Alright. Are you fighting solo or in a group? You decide.” Ling Chen asked confidently.

“Why don’t we have a fight between just the two of us? I want to see the strength of a young leader like yourself.” Qing Shui replied after some thought.

Qing Shui was caught in a dilemma. It was a given that Ling Chen was strong. In addition, his identity was also another concern. He was a part of Nine Continents Mighty Spear Sect and was likely the next person to lead the sect. If he used any unique abilities to kill him, it would likely incur endless troubles for them.

This was one way a person’s background could affect the battle. One couldn’t just see the person as they appeared but also the powers backing them up. This was why nobody dared to kill the profligate sons. The latter wouldn’t be able to win against women but still, nobody would touch them and could only be bullied.

These people had even stronger people and existences backing them up. Those who were bullied only had their kins, parents, children, siblings, and such. For them, those people were the pawns they used to threaten the common folks.

It wasn’t that Qing Shui didn’t dare to kill Ling Chen, but he would only do it if he was left without any other choice. The timing wasn’t quite there yet. In Upper Three Regions, his abilities didn’t have any advantages. There were innumerable others who would be able to destroy him.

“Alright. Then, please!” Ling Chen agreed easily then leaped into mid-air.

Qing Shui didn’t panic or rush. He shifted his abilities to the highest before following suit.

Ling Chen was a warrior with Level Four Nurture God Realm, an outstanding existence. Compared to Qing Shui’s current abilities, the man was much stronger even if Qing Shui couldn’t be sure of their true potential.

“Please.” Qing Shui indicated.

“Why don’t you go first!” Ling Chen didn’t say much but his entire aura erupted alive. Even towards an opponent like Qing Shui who was clearly not his match, he still wouldn’t let himself be careless.

Qing Shui didn’t stand on ceremony either, attacking with Emperor’s Qi straight away.

He used Heavenly Vision Technique as well.

The weakening abilities of Emperor’s Qi caused Ling Chen to frown. He was weakened by 20% of all abilities. That was a significant amount but still acceptable, although a little painful.

Qing Shui didn’t use his Golden Battle Halberd, leaving his hands empty.

This move had signified that Qing Shui made the first move. With a shift of his hands, the silhouette of a long spear shot towards Qing Shui.

Mighty Spear Palm!