Killing Intent Rises!

Chapter 33: Killing Intent Arises!

"Finding strength in emotion..." Gu Shaoshang mumbled, pondering the meaning behind the words.

In Dragon-Snake Romance, Wang Chao, guided by others, retraced the Long March, climbing snow-capped mountains and crossing grasslands. He felt the poignant reality of a nation in peril, a land of broken mountains and rivers, and finally broke through to Hidden Force amidst the unfurling red flags, ultimately achieving mastery.

This led to his eventual title as "Wang Invincible," the greatest under heaven!

"You are the most talented young man I've ever seen. Your innate divine strength surpasses even that of Hidden Force martial artists! But this is also a great shackle. Whether you break free and soar, or fade into obscurity, it all depends on you!"

Ba Liming retracted his fist stance and spoke calmly.

"I understand!"

Gu Shaoshang's eyes lit up, knowing the path ahead.

It was to seek his own heart, his own emotions!

"Your fist techniques are progressing incredibly fast. You can already achieve the effects of Hidden Force with Clear Force! Even I cannot surpass you in pure Clear Force! Once you break through to Hidden Force, Transforming Force will be a simple matter for you!"

For the first time, Ba Liming felt the downside of having a disciple who was too intelligent. In just over two years, he had nothing left to teach him.

"Let's go!"

Ba Liming waved his hand and turned his back, not looking at Gu Shaoshang.

"Master, aren't you leaving? I can..." Gu Shaoshang raised an eyebrow. While the security here was tight, it wasn't a significant obstacle for the two of them!

"Hahaha! If I wanted to leave, I would have left long ago! Nothing here can hold me!"

Ba Liming remained still, laughing heartily for a few moments before speaking with a hint of melancholy.

"My era has passed. I'll stay here and study martial arts!"

"You get lost, kid!"

Gu Shaoshang's lips moved, but he ultimately remained silent.

Since ancient times, Chinese martial arts transmission has been burdened by numerous rules, such as not teaching outsiders, and not teaching women.

Tai Chi Grandmaster Yang Luchan faced countless trials before being accepted by Chen Changxing, and only after marrying a woman of the Chen family was he finally taught the art!

Even after passing tests, masters often held back some techniques.

But this boisterous, fierce man, as formidable as Zhang Fei, had imparted all his knowledge to him without reservation!

Gu Shaoshang's heart filled with deep gratitude.

"Disciple Gu Shaoshang bids farewell to my esteemed master!"

Gu Shaoshang bowed deeply, prostrating himself on the ground.

"A dragon returns to the sea, a tiger enters the forest."

Only when the sound of footsteps faded into inaudibility did Ba Liming turn around. Looking in the direction Gu Shaoshang had departed, a phrase suddenly surfaced in his mind.

Gu Shaoshang walked out of the prison cell. He had nothing to pack and, feeling refreshed, bid farewell to the portly Political Commissar Zhang before leaving the prison.

On the wide open ground, a straight asphalt road stretched far into the distance. A green jeep slowly approached.

Gu Shaoshang smiled faintly. With the few pieces of information he had provided, combined with Zhao Liang's own resources, this former prodigal son of a wealthy family had shed his bad habits and, in a short time, amassed a fortune exceeding a hundred million.

Gu Shaoshang's rapid progress in martial arts was also thanks to Zhao Liang, who frequently sent him valuable medicinal herbs in prison.

Otherwise, even with the extraordinary cultivation technique of the Primordial Python Star Devourer Record, Gu Shaoshang could only barely sustain his immense energy consumption with just rice and steamed buns, which would also slow his progress.

This was precisely why ancient martial arts masters sought connections with powerful officials.

The jeep stopped in front of Gu Shaoshang, and a middle-aged man in a grey Zhongshan suit alighted.

"Uncle Zhao, why is it you?" Gu Shaoshang raised an eyebrow, a bad feeling dawning in his heart.

The middle-aged man was Zhao Liang's father, Zhao Aiguo, a stern, old-fashioned man who rarely smiled.

"Shaoshang, get in the car, we'll talk." Zhao Aiguo rubbed his temples, looking somewhat haggard.

The two got into the car. The driver, dressed in a military uniform, glanced at Gu Shaoshang before starting the engine and driving.

"Uncle Zhao, did something happen to Liangzi?" Gu Shaoshang asked first.

"Last night at eight o'clock, Xiao Liang was kidnapped in GD. They're demanding ten million in cash within seven days, or they'll kill him!" Zhao Aiguo looked exhausted, clearly having not slept all night. He had rushed straight to Gu Shaoshang upon hearing the news.

"Who are the kidnappers?"

Although he had a vague premonition, Gu Shaoshang couldn't help but feel a surge of killing intent.

"I don't know. The coastal areas have chaotic security, unlike the inland regions. There are countless gangs and syndicates, and I have no leads." Zhao Aiguo frowned, his eyes slightly reddening.

"Don't worry, Uncle Zhao. I'll head to the coast."

Gu Shaoshang waved his hand, signaling him to relax.

"Since these criminals are after money, they won't harm Liangzi easily."

Gu Shaoshang understood clearly. The coastal areas were rife with disorder and numerous gangs. Coupled with the protection of some princelings who acted as their backing, obscuring their activities, even foreign forces were involved!

How chaotic indeed!

"My Source Power still has a huge deficit. I hope this time won't disappoint me!"

Gu Shaoshang said this to comfort Zhao Aiguo, but inwardly, his killing intent surged.

Refusing Zhao Aiguo's suggestion to travel together, Gu Shaoshang boarded the train alone.

He took an overnight train, departing after 3 PM and arriving at G City train station just after midnight.

The train was packed, with people sitting even on the floor. The mixed smells of body odor, foot odor, food, the metallic tang of trains and subways, and engine oil were indescribable.

As soon as he arrived, Gu Shaoshang couldn't wait to use his movement techniques, pushing through the crowd to exit the station.

Although it was late at night, this large city was still brightly lit, with neon signs everywhere and a constant stream of traffic on the roads.

Before even reaching the plaza, he encountered three or four middle-aged women and thin, dark men trying to drag people off to some guesthouses or small inns. These people would often grab your bag and clothes, like robbers.

As Gu Shaoshang's martial arts deepened, he would often walk far away before these people could even grab him.

In the plaza, people came and went, shoulder to shoulder.

So many young men and women from the countryside, driven by the desire for a better life, came here with hopes for this city.

Only to be brutally taught a lesson by reality!

"G City is this chaotic in this era?" Gu Shaoshang raised an eyebrow, a little surprised inwardly.

In less than ten minutes after arriving, he witnessed over a dozen pickpocketing and robbery incidents! There were even open, brazen thefts. Even if Gu Shaoshang wanted to play the hero, he couldn't possibly intervene in all of them.

"Hm?"

As Gu Shaoshang was marveling, a pair of hands suddenly reached out from behind him and wrapped around his neck. Gu Shaoshang's heart stirred, and he let them embrace him.

"Pickpocket his bag!" Several hoodlums surrounded him, intending to rifle through his pockets.

"They're targeting me?" Gu Shaoshang let out a cold laugh!

He spun around, his right elbow striking like a spear towards the hoodlum holding his neck.

"Crack!"

The hoodlum holding Gu Shaoshang's neck's eyes bulged. He felt like he'd been kicked by an elephant, flying five or six meters away with a whoosh, landing on the ground and screaming.

"Ah! Damn it, take him down!" The surrounding hoodlums were startled at first, then pulled out switchblades from their pockets and advanced with sinister grins.

"Hmph!"

Gu Shaoshang raised his eyebrows. These hoodlums were skilled: one would grab, while several others surrounded, and they'd resort to knives if there was resistance. Ordinary laborers, having never seen such a situation, would often be robbed of everything and left to sleep on the streets!

"Today, we brothers will teach you a lesson. No matter if you're a dragon or a tiger, you have to crawl in G City!" A hoodlum in a black jacket with dyed yellow hair, brandishing a switchblade, said menacingly.

The crowd in the plaza suddenly scattered. No one dared to get involved.

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