Body Tempering Pill

The two figures, one after the other, leaped over the wall and charged into another alley!

The alley was narrow and deep, with broken walls and remnants on both sides, and piles of miscellaneous items.

As soon as Lu Tian landed, he wanted to escape again, but suddenly heard an angry roar!

"Lu Tian! Don't run!"

A streak of silver light pierced through the air. It was an iron whip, carrying a sharp whistling sound, and it fiercely whipped towards Lu Tian's face!

"What?!"

Lu Tian couldn't dodge in time. The tip of the whip reached him and brutally struck his shoulder!

"Hiss--!"

His skin split open, and blood splattered. Lu Tian stumbled and fell to the ground!

Li Hongye leaped into the alley, her eyes sharp. With a flick of her wrist, the whip swirled back, humming ominously!

"Junior Brother, don't fight him head-on, he's gone mad!"

Gu Chang'an had already charged forward, his saber light like thunder, slashing fiercely at Lu Tian's knee, forcing him to the ground, attempting to kill him!

However, Lu Tian's hair stood on end in rage, his expression manic. He gritted his teeth fiercely, pulled a red pill from his chest, and swallowed it in one gulp!

"None of you will leave here alive!!!"

Lu Tian roared like thunder. His qi and blood surged, his veins bulged, his eyes turned blood red. He was like a berserk beast, his aura instantly skyrocketing!

"It's you! Kid, you're the one who got my brother captured, you're the one who chased me here--"

"Even if I die, Lu Tian, I'll drag you down to hell with me!!!"

Gu Chang'an's heart tightened, his pupils contracting!

"Blood Burst Pill?!"

It was a crazy secret medicine that completely burned one's potential and stimulated their limits. Once swallowed, one's strength would soar in a short period, but after the medicinal power wore off, they would be lightly injured at best, or explode and die on the spot at worst!

He could tell at a glance that Lu Tian's action was a move of mutual destruction!

After consuming the high-grade Blood Burst Pill, Lu Kai's Constitution had surged, exceeding 300 and reaching 355.

Terrifying indeed.

Seeing this, Gu Chang'an quickly retreated a few steps.

"This is bad!" Li Hongye also cried out in anger, "He's going to fight desperately!"

As Lu Tian roared, he stomped his foot, cracking the ground, and his body suddenly exploded forward!

His target was directly at Gu Chang'an!

Gu Chang'an's heart trembled, and he thought to himself:

"If I don't block this attack, I'm afraid I'll really be finished here..."

But his expression remained unchanged. He shifted his stance, fully activating Flowing Wind Steps. His movements were as agile as smoke and clouds, evading the sharp edge!

Lu Tian pursued relentlessly, his claws tearing through the air, aiming straight for Gu Chang'an's chest!

At this very moment--

"Hah!!!"

Li Hongye let out a cold shout. The whip in her hand transformed into a silver snake, lashing fiercely at Lu Tian's left arm from the flank!

At the same instant, Gu Chang'an seized the opportunity, turned sharply, and unleashed Mountain Shattering Saber Technique!

The saber light was like a mountain collapsing, striking Lu Tian's lower abdomen!

Bang--!

Blood splattered. Lu Tian grunted in pain and staggered back several steps!

His eyes widened in fury, staring intently at Gu Chang'an, and he roared as he lunged again!

"Die--!!!"

Lu Tian was like a mad wolf, leaping forward, his fingers like hooks, aiming straight for Gu Chang'an's throat!

Gu Chang'an's expression was cold. He shifted his right foot, narrowly dodging Lu Tian's claw, and retaliated with a horizontal slash!

The saber light was like a crescent moon, its cold glint piercing, striking Lu Tian's right arm!

"Bang!!"

Blood splattered. Upon closer inspection, it had only cut through his sleeve and flesh, not hitting bone!

The amplification from the Blood Burst Pill was truly terrifying!

Lu Tian, only lightly injured, retaliated with an elbow strike!

Gu Chang'an's breath hitched. He forced himself to dodge sideways, but the fierce wind still tore at his clothes. His chest felt heavy, and his qi and blood churned!

At this moment, Li Hongye had already rushed over!

"Don't you dare harm my Junior Brother!!"

The long whip swung, like raging waves breaking on the shore, striking Lu Tian's back repeatedly!

Lu Tian grunted, turned in a furious rage, and threw a punch back!

"Bang!"

Li Hongye was hit in the chest, her body flying backward, crashing heavily against the stone wall of the alley!

Blood trickled from the corner of her lips. Curled up, she endured the intense pain, yet still stared fixedly at Lu Tian:

"Little... Junior Brother... be careful of him..."

"Senior Sister!!"

Gu Chang'an's heart trembled, killing intent boiling!

At this moment, his chaotic thoughts vanished, a chill rising from the depths of his heart, his expression colder than ever.

He slowly tightened his grip on the saber hilt and grunted:

"Lu Tian, you won't be leaving alive today..."

He no longer retreated, stomping his foot down hard!

Flowing Wind Steps erupted to their limit!

His figure flickered, turning into an afterimage that lunged straight at Lu Tian!

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Lu Tian laughed wildly, his eyes bloodshot:

"Kid, you're no match for me!!"

The two immediately clashed again, saber and claws meeting, the air exploding with force!

Gu Chang'an stopped trying to overpower him, instead using his extreme movement technique to restrain Lu Tian, circling him, dodging and weaving. Each time he found an opening, he struck with a heavy blow!

The ferocity of the Mountain Shattering Saber Technique and the agility of Flowing Wind Steps were combined by him with natural mastery!

Within a few breaths, Lu Tian already bore three saber marks!

Blood poured out, yet he grew even more frenzied!

"I'll kill you--!!"

"Come on!!"

Gu Chang'an's eyes narrowed, and his figure suddenly retreated three steps!

The next instant, he leaped up abruptly, his saber intent like mountains and peaks, gathering all his strength—

"Mountain Shattering · Peak Break!!!"

Roar----!

Lu Tian roared furiously, attempting to resist head-on!

However, the saber light was like the sky cracking open, a strike descending through the air, cleaving directly towards his head!

Boom!!

Lu Tian blocked with both arms, but it was insufficient to stop the saber's momentum. He was struck between the shoulder and neck!

Instantly---!

Flesh and blood flew, his shoulder blade shattered, half his body torn apart. With a scream, he crashed to the ground!

As Gu Chang'an landed, he knelt on one knee, his face pale, gasping for breath like an ox.

Silence reigned all around.

Lu Tian's eyes were filled with unwillingness, blood gushing from his nose and mouth, only a final whimper left in his throat.

"Bro... Brother... I... I'm sorry..."

"Brother... I'll... go on ahead..."

Finally, he swallowed his last breath, his eyes wide open in death.

Gu Chang'an stood up, gasping, looking at the corpse on the ground, his knuckles white from gripping the saber.

Behind him, Li Hongye also struggled to support herself, blood on her lips, managing a weak smile:

"Well done... Junior Brother."

Gu Chang'an hurried over and supported her, his face full of guilt:

"It was... me being too impulsive, that's how you got hurt."

Li Hongye took a breath and waved her hand:

"It's fine, just a minor injury, I'll be better in a few days."

Gu Chang'an frowned, still uneasy: "But--"

"Ouch!" Li Hongye rolled her eyes and said irritably, "Junior Brother, why are you so hesitant now, like a woman?"

Gu Chang'an was speechless, unable to help but glance at her, the corner of his mouth twitching.

That Senior Sister is truly... so fierce she leaves you speechless.

Just then, other constables arrived one after another. Upon seeing Lu Tian's body in the alley and the bloodstains on Li Hongye, they were all greatly shocked.

"Red Wolf Lu Tian... is actually dead?"

"And he was killed by Brother Gu and Head Constable Li working together?"

"This Red Wolf Lu Tian has been arrogant and tyrannical for years, and now he's finally died by our hands... That's so satisfying!"

"..."

A moment later, the group sealed off the scene, transported the body back to the Martial Guard Division, and reported their meritorious deeds.

When the news reached them, Division Head Wang Hao personally summoned them. He publicly commended Gu Chang'an and Li Hongye, stating that the two of them had joined forces to kill Lu Tian, a wanted fugitive on the Most Wanted List at the peak of Ninth Rank, achieving outstanding results.

Afterward, Wang Hao personally bestowed rewards:

"Gu Chang'an and Li Hongye are each granted one Body Tempering Pill, which can strengthen tendons and bones and improve physique! In addition, you are granted three days of leave for rest and recuperation!"

Amidst the applause, Gu Chang'an felt a little embarrassed. He glanced back at Li Hongye beside him.

"Senior Sister, this Body Tempering Pill... I... should I give it to you?"

Li Hongye looked at him, blinked, and chuckled:

"Junior Brother, I already told you not to worry about it. If you mention it again, I'll really get angry."

Gu Chang'an could only shake his head and smile helplessly. His attempt to pass on the gift had failed.

However, this Body Tempering Pill was indeed quite precious. Even the lowest quality one was worth at least 200 taels of silver, and they were priceless in the market.

After returning to the Sky Wind Martial Hall, Li Hongye went to tend to her injuries, while Gu Chang'an was called over by his master, Li Tianfeng.

Li Tianfeng sized him up from head to toe, his eyes full of admiration.

"Good kid, you're truly a little monster. In just a few days, your strength has soared to the peak of Ninth Rank."

Gu Chang'an cupped his hands and smiled, "This disciple's achievements are all thanks to Master's guidance."

Li Tianfeng shook his head and chided with a laugh:

"Don't try to butter me up. I've taught so many disciples, and you're the most shameless... but also the most promising."

After speaking, he instructed his wife to prepare a medicinal bath.

"You just went through a great battle, and your qi and blood are churning. This Body Tempering Pill is perfect for a medicinal bath to strengthen your body and consolidate your cultivation."

A moment later, the medicinal soup in the wooden tub steamed and swirled. Faint golden medicinal power slowly seeped into his skin.

Gu Chang'an swallowed the Body Tempering Pill and sat down cross-legged. He slowly circulated his cultivation technique, feeling a surge of heat like a spring rising from his dantian. It flowed along his meridians to his limbs and bones, his skin trembled, and his joints creaked faintly.

He gritted his teeth, remaining steady and still.