Lü Wu stared with a gloomy look at the rising Primordial Qi fluctuations emanating from Zhong Quan's body. He had originally thought that their quiet breakthrough would allow them to inflict a silent defeat on the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall at the birthday banquet, but unexpectedly, Zhong Quan had also kept a trick up his sleeve.
Lü Wu and Zhong Quan are both leading figures among the younger generation of the two Fourth-Tier Divine Ability Hall, and are also well-known young prodigies in Fengyang Prefecture. Over the years, they have been competing with each other since the time they started to develop their bones, and each has had its own victories and defeats.
Both sides knew each other very well.
Therefore, when Zhong Quan also revealed nineteen Divine Ability Dharma Mark as his foundation, Lü Wu knew that he would probably only be able to continue a fruitless entanglement with Zhong Quan.
This outcome is the most common one in recent years.
" Zhong Quan, you really do have some skill. But you were able to condense the nineteenth Divine Ability Dharma Mark ahead of time. I wonder if Qiu Chu has the same ability?" Lü Wu sneered.
Upon hearing this, Zhong Quan's eyes narrowed slightly.
boom!
At the same time, in a nearby battle, a burst of intense and violent Primordial Qi suddenly shot into the sky. Two figures clashed fiercely, and a loud bell rang out, echoing over the birthday banquet.
Many eyes immediately turned to that direction.
Then a figure was seen being thrown backward in a disheveled state, a golden bell floating in his hand. The bell was covered with cracks and finally shattered with a crash.
That was Qiu Chu, but at this moment, a trace of blood appeared at the corner of his mouth, and he stared at Lü Wen, whose figure appeared in front of him, with shock and anger in his eyes. At this moment, the Primordial Qi around Lü Wen's body surged.
"Eighteen Divine Ability Dharma Mark?!" Qiu Chu said through gritted teeth.
" Qiu Chu, don't tell me you, like Zhong Quan, have hidden a Divine Ability Dharma Mark?" Lü Wen said proudly.
Qiu Chu's expression was uncertain. Although he, like Zhong Quan, possessed High-Grade Divine Ability Bone, there were differences among high-grade individuals due to factors such as resources and temperament. He was always a little behind Zhong Quan.
For example, Zhong Quan had the ability to keep a secret this time, but he couldn't.
According to Qiu Chu's own estimation, he would probably need at least two more months to condense the eighteenth Divine Ability Dharma Mark.
"You took some kind of breakthrough pill, didn't you?!" Qiu Chu said in a cold voice. He had been fighting with Lü Wen for many years and knew him well. In the past, their progress was not much different, but this time the other party was two months ahead of him. Such an anomaly must be due to external reasons.
"This has nothing to do with you. Get out of my way. You can't stop me. Today, your Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall must take this bell!" Lü Wen sneered.
However, what responded to him was a long roar like a dragon, as Qiu Chu unhesitatingly activated another Upper Divine Ability.
Flood Dragon Mystic Gang!
A deep blue azure aura roared forth, with dragon scales emerging on it, resembling a blue dragon emerging from the abyss. Accompanied by Qiu Chu's urging, it carried immense power and directly attacked Lü Wen.
Today's battle represents the face of their Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall. If he backs down, he will have no prestige left in the hall.
Therefore, the only option is to fight to the death and never retreat!
Faced with Qiu Chu's offensive, Lü Wen's sneer deepened. He took a step forward, and his inner Primordial Qi roared out. The next moment, his body turned bright red, as if he had transformed into a body of flames.
Obscure and complex fire runes spread across the skin.
That is the Upper Divine Ability that Blazing Radiance Hall is famous for, the Blazing Radiance Body!
A superior physical supernatural power!
Lü Wen slammed his foot into the ground, causing the floor to crack instantly. His figure transformed into a streak of fire and shot out, while his five fingers clenched into a fist, flames coiling around his arms as if they had become flaming gauntlets.
The burst of flames brought with it an extremely violent power.
boom!
Finally, the fiery fist clashed head-on with the sweeping azure dragon energy.
A violent shockwave of Primordial Qi swept out, continuously crushing the surrounding floor.
After a few breaths of stalemate, it was ultimately Lü Wen's eighteen Divine Ability Dharma Mark that proved superior. As the fiery fist light raged past, the azure dragon-like creature let out a mournful cry and was torn apart by the flames.
Qiu Chu was sent flying backward in a disheveled state, leaving a trail dozens of feet long on the ground, and his aura instantly weakened.
This scene caused many disciples of the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall to change color, their faces turning ashen.
"Ha ha!"
Lü Wen laughed loudly, leaped out, grabbed the golden bell that had landed on the top of the stone pavilion, and shot directly towards the banquet area.
At the birthday banquet, upon seeing this, all the various factions sighed inwardly, realizing that Blazing Radiance Hall had come prepared and was clearly determined to present this clock at the banquet.
Now that Qiu Chu has been defeated, among the young Great Divine Ability Practitioner of the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall, none can stop him anymore.
As for Zhong Quan, he had long been firmly restrained by Lü Wu.
Meanwhile, some of the veteran Great Divine Ability Practitioner in the hall stared intently at Lü Wen's figure, their inner Primordial Qi surging, almost unable to resist rushing out, but in the end they had to restrain themselves.
If they were to break the rules, Lü Huan, who was currently in the air above the birthday banquet, would definitely intervene, and the situation would spiral out of control, making the banquet impossible to continue.
"Elder Master Zhong, please accept this birthday gift from my Blazing Radiance Hall!"
Lü Wen moved with lightning speed, arriving outside the banquet area in just a few breaths. He laughed wildly and struck out with his palm, sending the golden bell flying out and crashing down into the banquet hall with a deafening roar.
Zhong Taiyue stared intently at the falling golden bell, his face grim and a murderous glint in his eyes.
However, in the sky above, Lü Huan stared at Zhong Taiyue with a cold smile, his terrifying Primordial Qi pressure ready to erupt at any moment, intending to confront Zhong Taiyue.
He was actually hoping that Zhong Taiyue would break the rules and make a move, so that he would have enough excuse. With all the forces in the picture, no one could say anything against the Blazing Radiance Hall, but Zhong Taiyue would be the one who would be criticized.
Buzz!
The golden bell crashed down, and before everyone's eyes, it was about to land on the banquet table.
But just as it was still half a zhang from the ground, a figure suddenly darted out, its foot wrapped in powerful Primordial Qi, and kicked directly at the golden bell.
boom!
The giant bell rang loudly, having been kicked away by the force of the kick, and landed on the ground outside the banquet area.
Wow!
The sudden turn of events left everyone stunned. Then, all eyes turned to him, and there stood a strange young man standing in the banquet hall, his body radiating Primordial Qi.
It was Lu Ming!
The young man remained calm, slowly retracting his foot, staring at Lü Wen, and said, "Keep this bell for yourselves."
Lü Wen was stunned for a few moments. He stared at the unfamiliar young man and then flew into a rage. "Boy, are you looking for death? How dare you interfere in the affairs of the Blazing Radiance Hall?"
In the sky, Lü Huan's face darkened as he stared at Lu Ming, a terrifying pressure descending from the heavens.
" Zhong Taiyue, outsiders are not allowed to interfere in the competition between the two venues. You have broken the rules," Lü Huan said coldly.
Zhong Taiyue crossed his arms and stood up. A terrifying pressure of Primordial Qi gradually rose, completely blocking the oppressive force from Lü Huan.
At the birthday banquet, the other factions exchanged glances, their brows furrowed, because Lu Ming's actions were indeed somewhat against the rules.
The current rules between the Blazing Radiance Hall and the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall are the result of the efforts of various forces in Fengyang Prefecture, and they do not want to see anyone break them.
Under the watchful eyes of many questioning figures, Lu Ming looked up at Lü Huan and smiled, "Master Lü, my actions did not break the rules."
"Oh? I don't recall having a disciple named you at the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall," Lü Huan said casually.
"Then what are disciples of the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall?" Lu Ming asked.
"Naturally, one must formally become a disciple of the school and learn its supernatural abilities before one can be considered a true disciple."
Lu Ming nodded, a smile appearing on his face.
"That's perfect timing. A few days ago, with my grandfather as my witness, I paid my respects at the temple. As for the supernatural powers..."
He stretched out his palm, and golden light gathered in his hand, finally transforming into a small golden bell to the astonishment of the crowd. It was engraved with many mysterious runes and appeared indestructible.
"I've also finished repairing this Great Golden Bell."
The various factions were somewhat surprised that this young man had actually cultivated the " Great Golden Bell," so in that case, it really wasn't considered breaking the rules.
"Haha, that's right. My grandson has learned the supernatural powers of my Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall, so he is naturally considered a disciple of the hall. His actions are not against the rules." Zhong Taiyue's loud laughter rang out.
Lü Huan's aged face was indifferent. He remained silent for a few breaths, then withdrew the terrifying pressure of his released Primordial Qi. At the same time, he gave Lü Wen a look full of chilling killing intent.
Lü Wen nodded slightly, and the next moment, a ferocious look gradually appeared on his face.
"Boy, judging from your meager Primordial Qi, you probably only have the foundation of about ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark. Showing up with such meager strength, are you tired of living?"
"You try." Lu Ming laughed, but a fierce glint flashed within his bright smile.
As the two men faced off with murderous intent, Huo Qing, witnessing this scene at the banquet, shook his head slightly and said, "This Brother Lu Ming has quite the temper, but unfortunately, his strength is far inferior to Lü Wen's. It's truly unwise for him to show his face now."
Zhou Fuling frowned slightly, somewhat displeased, and said, " Lu Ming is not a reckless person. Since he's taking action, he must have a plan."
"With ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark, what plan do you have to withstand Lü Wen's eighteen Divine Ability Dharma Mark?" Huo Qing asked with a smile.
Zhou Fuling was speechless. In fact, since the gathering at Qingyuan Market, she had never actually witnessed Lu Ming fighting with all his might. After all, whether it was their battles against Peach Mountain Band or Golden Gang Sword Hall, those events all took place outside the city, and she was not there.
Therefore, Zhou Fuling did not know Lu Ming's true combat strength. She only knew that this kid seemed to have strong supernatural talent, but she did not know what level he had reached.
Using the foundation of ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark runes to fight against a powerful enemy with eighteen Divine Ability Dharma Mark —such a leapfrog ability is usually only found among the geniuses of top-tier divine power families with profound foundations.
Lu Ming, can he do it?
She gazed at the boy's tall, spear-like figure, a hint of worry appearing in her eyes.