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Daro Master appeared to be nothing more than a disheveled drunkard, yet Fang Lin Kong discerned subtle mysteries beneath the surface. Despite the dirt that obscured his attire, there was not a single tear in Daro Master's clothing, and even the most inconspicuous buttons were fastened tightly. Although he had been holding a bottle of alcohol moments ago, Fang Lin Kong could sense through the vibrations in the air that this man’s hands showed no signs of tremor whatsoever.
Ordinary people often experience involuntary muscle tremors, as only about twenty percent of human muscles can be consciously controlled. Most muscles do not fully respond to human will. If one raises their hand and observes closely, it becomes evident that almost no one can maintain a completely rigid arm in suspension. The stronger a person's arm strength, the less noticeable these tremors become, and the longer they can endure it. However, someone like Daro Master, who exhibited no muscle movement at all, was beyond what even rigorously trained soldiers could achieve.
This indicated that Daro Master could perfectly control every fiber of his muscles.
Though Fang Lin Kong was immensely experienced in combat, this was his first time confronting a master immersed in gun techniques. He recalled a saying from Oren Vikin: “In this world, the number of people who use the Psycho Gun is the highest, but those who truly master this weapon number no more than twenty. The Psycho Gun is not designed for ease of use or to enhance combat power; it is an extension of your will, a part of your body. Only when you can no longer distinguish between the gun and yourself can you say, ‘I am qualified to wield a gun!’”
Although Fang Lin Kong had put considerable effort into shooting practice, he understood that he lacked the qualifications to compete with someone like Daro Master, who bore the title “Golden Finger.” Thus, he unhesitatingly chose to employ his strongest skill: Celestial Martial Arts.
Confidence radiated from Daro Master. Although a layer of green mist enveloped Fang Lin Kong, it was nothing that a man of his caliber could not handle. As the two faced off against each other, six or seven strands of Spiritual Wave had already intertwined and covered the land around them. It seemed there were quite a few high-level spectators present.
After sizing up Fang Lin Kong for a moment, Daro Master suddenly smiled slightly and said, “Your Wood Elemental Aura is indeed powerful, but it is clearly not your forte. Be careful when dueling me; there won’t be any chance for regret if you let your guard down!”
With a cold smile, Fang Lin Kong replied confidently, “What I choose to use is none of your concern; you should worry about where to hold your own funeral later! At least call an ambulance; you might still have time for rescue.”
Raising both hands high, Daro Master laughed arrogantly and declared, “In that case, I’ll make the first move. Watching you act so slowly is just wasting time.”
As spiritual energy flowed within him, Fang Lin Kong quietly cast a Triple Shield. While the Transforming Mask could alter a person’s Spiritual Wave attributes, it could not change its intensity. Having gained considerable insight into the Five Elements Taoist Techniques, he had a particular fondness for wood-based spells. Thus, he first released a protective spell for himself and was eager to see what abilities Daro Master possessed to boast so boldly.
With a slight smile, Daro Master noted Fang Lin Kong’s dazed expression and slow movements were all part of his calculations. “With just one protective spell, let’s see how you withstand my Flame Emblem.”
Coming from the Demon Hunting Team, Daro Master’s marksmanship was inherited from the same lineage as that of Oren Vikin. He did not draw any firearms; instead, he simply curled his fingers and summoned a Psychic Bullet. The fire-elemental magic formed into a conical shape as it surged with dazzling flames and struck fiercely against Fang Lin Kong’s protective spell. With just one hit, it pierced through the protective barrier and impacted his body.
Fang Lin Kong staggered back slightly but quickly flipped his hand upward as dozens of Azure Origin Arrows transformed into streaks of azure light for counterattack. In response to Fang Lin Kong’s retaliation, Daro Master retreated into thin air with just one step—a technique known as instant movement, an essential evasion skill for shooters in battle.
“Impressive! With such a simple strike, he broke through my protective spell; yet his Spiritual Energy Index isn’t even stronger than mine!”
It seemed that Daro Master’s spiritual energy did not exceed three thousand. Meanwhile, Fang Lin Kong had tested before that the Transforming Mask had its limits; if he continued to raise his spiritual energy further, it would cause the mask to burst and expose his disguise. Therefore, he could only elevate his energy slightly above three thousand.
With equal levels of spiritual energy, it was clear that Daro Master possessed superior cohesion and control over his abilities.
Daro Master was equally astonished. With his extensive combat experience, he knew that Fang Lin Kong, a wood spirit, had a tenacious life force. However, he did not expect that his Flame Emblem would break through Fang Lin Kong's protective spell yet cause no damage at all. The withered yellow skin of Fang Lin Kong was only marked by a small black spot.
"Looks like the Eastern wood spirit shouldn't be underestimated."
Daro Master shifted his stance, his hands moving as nimbly as a magician's, launching streaks of fire that continuously struck Fang Lin Kong's tall and thin body. If Fang Lin Kong had not already activated the Triple Shield, Great Freedom Heaven Realm Seven Treasures Banner, Thirty-Three Heavens Guardian, and Azure Shield, he would have likely been blown to pieces under Daro Master's Psychic Bullet and Flame Emblem.
Liexiezi hovered in a sphere of Azure Light, observing the battle between Fang Lin Kong and Daro Master. The aura and appearance of Fang Lin Kong had long diverged from that of Fengshan Village, and for a moment, Liexiezi did not recognize his true form. He and Azure Sky Ancestor had been at the Grand Auction House for several days; during this time, Liexiezi not only purchased a batch of modern Psycho Weapons and various tools but also acquired some ancient relics.
His keen eyes could easily discern whether the auction items at the Grand Auction were worth buying. Moreover, with Azure Sky Ancestor conducting extensive research and holding numerous patents in the Dark World, they received substantial royalties every year. Whatever Liexiezi wanted to buy, Azure Sky Ancestor would certainly support him. Thus, these days were spent acquiring treasures and cultivating magical artifacts.
When Liexiezi noticed Fang Lin Kong auctioning the Essence Beast, he realized their presence. However, since he had no need for that pet, he quickly overlooked it until the real Daro Master appeared.
Liexiezi had taken Zhou Qingzhe's Azure Dragon True Spirit Cannon; although its usage was simple and he had mastered it, he still lacked sufficient research on modern combat modes. Therefore, when Daro Master appeared, Liexiezi immediately used the Illusory Light Technique to observe their battle from a distance.
Although Azure Sky Ancestor had lived in modern society for quite some time, he had grown accustomed to the combat style of the Eastern Immortal Path and never considered changing it. He had a VIP lounge at the Grand Auction House equipped with all necessary facilities; every auction item came with a list for him. Thus, there was no need for him to crowd into the auction venue and sweat among others. This privilege stemmed from his exceptional status within the International Demon Alliance; even Prince Oshir did not have such qualifications. Although Zhou Qingzhe and Zhang Rongying controlled most of the International Demon Alliance's power, there were still two other Chairmen whose presence ensured Azure Sky Ancestor's position remained unshaken.
Azure Sky Ancestor glanced at the battle within the Azure Light but soon lost interest. He said to Liexiezi, "Twelfth Disciple! We have offended Zhou Qingzhe and Zhang Rongying; they might really summon Eight Gods, Extreme Human to deal with us. To be honest, I have no confidence in fighting Kyo Kusanagi."
Liexiezi focused intently on Daro Master's movements while paying little attention to Fang Lin Kong. He replied calmly, "Fourth Senior Brother need not worry. Since I have attained the Celestial Demon position, even an ascended immortal may not be able to contend with me. Although Kyo Kusanagi has also embarked on that path, their strength must be suppressed by remaining on Earth; we are evenly matched—victory is still uncertain."
Azure Sky Ancestor smiled lightly and said, "Uncertainty in victory is not enough; we must have a solid assurance of winning."
Only then did Liexiezi briefly withdraw his gaze and look at Azure Sky Ancestor in surprise. "Although I haven't seen Kyo Kusanagi's true strength, one can roughly infer the level of combat power from those who reach that realm. Even if I become a Celestial Demon, I cannot guarantee victory—does Fourth Senior Brother have any brilliant strategies?"
Azure Sky Ancestor smiled slightly and said, "Indeed! Twelfth Disciple certainly hasn't forgotten our Kunlun Celestial Path's signature technique—the Golden Light Phosphor Demon Sword Formation!"
Liexiezi exclaimed in surprise, "Fourth Senior Brother intends to raid Kunlun for those nine Flying Swords? Didn't you advise me against troubling our sect's juniors back then?"
Azure Sky Ancestor smiled lightly and said, "Forming the Golden Light Phosphor Demon Sword Formation does not necessarily require Kunlun's signature celestial swords. You still haven't grasped the conveniences of modern society! Look at this!"
Azure Sky Ancestor casually spread out twelve celestial swords hovering above his palm. Although these swords were reduced in size, they radiated dazzling brilliance with vibrant light swirling around them; the aura contained within astonished Liexiezi greatly.
“Fourth Senior Brother, how can there be so many celestial swords? Although the power of these swords is slightly inferior to our Kunlun Celestial Path's signature sword, it’s still... no, not all of them are worse than our Flying Sword. This one, and this one, they won't lose to my Liexie Twin Hooks... Fourth Senior Brother, why do these Flying Swords look so familiar to me?”
The Azure Sky Ancestor smiled lightly and said, “Twelfth Disciple, you indeed have a keen eye. These twelve Flying Swords include some that were once renowned artifacts of ours. This one with the flowing colors is the Extermination of Immortals from the Qingye Patriarch back in the day, and this fiery red one is the most famous fire-type Flying Sword, Southern Ming Fire. The others, you should have heard of them as well, but you probably haven't seen them: the Five Poisons Extermination of Immortals, the Hundred Demons Slaughtering Gods, the Yuan Ying Sword, and the Nine Sons Mother Yin Soul Sword. They were only forged into sword blanks back then before being interrupted in their refinement. I recently collected them and completed their final crafting.”
Liexiezi tapped his index finger lightly, his expression becoming incredibly fervent. Creating a Golden Light Phosphor Demon Sword Formation with just one person's strength might seem nearly impossible for an ordinary cultivator, but Liexiezi was confident that as long as he possessed these twelve celestial swords, even if he faced Zhou Qingzhe, Arlen Xuding Si, Camberto, and Wu Dong Shen surrounding him, his defensive circle would remain unbroken.
At this moment, Fang Lin Kong's battle with Daro Master had become unbearably fierce. Fang Lin Kong had already been pierced through by Daro Master’s attack, leaving no intact skin on his body. Although he struggled to maintain his composure without revealing any weaknesses, he could no longer hide his true strength.
Daro Master was in an even worse situation than Fang Lin Kong; he hadn’t anticipated that this enemy would be so difficult to deal with. No matter how exquisite his marksmanship was, he couldn’t inflict significant damage on Fang Lin Kong. Fang Lin Kong's counterattacks grew increasingly powerful; even after switching six Love Guns, Daro Master couldn’t suppress Fang Lin Kong’s fierce retaliation.
Caught in such a brutal fight, Fang Lin Kong hadn’t realized that Daro Master's shooting skills had reached a level where he could intuitively perceive all of his opponent's weaknesses. Up to this point in their battle, Daro Master had not fired a single shot in vain; if it weren’t for his Triple Shield being too strong, Fang Lin Kong would have been dealt with within thirty seconds.
Daro Master was unaware of Fang Lin Kong’s background; both his spiritual power and equipment far surpassed Daro Master's. Moreover, Fang Lin Kong's combat experience came from the trials within Ancient God Chaos’s Azure Glow and Golden Barrier. Although he wasn’t yet fully adapted to Daro Master's combination of intelligence and strategy in combat methods, he had been tempered through countless battles.
Fang Lin Kong hesitated to increase his strength again because he wanted to hone his combat skills through real-world experience. Despite his current dire situation, he gradually found ways to counter Daro Master's shooting techniques. The attacking side could condense spiritual energy into a point of focus, which was naturally stronger than the defensive side spreading energy into a shield. The Azure Smoke surrounding Fang Lin Kong expanded increasingly; when he sensed the trajectory of the bullets, he immediately condensed a stronger defense ahead of them. If he hadn’t disguised himself as a slow-moving wood spirit, Fang Lin Kong would have had an even better method: using innate foresight and telekinesis to set up a warning net within a hundred miles around him. Any gathering or dispersing of energy would be known to him beforehand. Even if the opponent's Psychic Bullet was fast, it couldn’t outpace his interception. After all, interception occurred over a shorter distance; if he could anticipate his enemy's moves in advance, even if he was slightly slower at reacting, he could still strike calmly.
Daro Master shifted positions again; he was a notorious assassin from the Dark World and now radiated a heavy killing intent. Sensing Fang Lin Kong's boundless potential, Daro Master no longer wished to prolong the battle. With determination in his heart, a seventh handgun appeared in his hand—a pure silver pistol adorned with angelic engravings.
In that brief moment when Daro Master held the gun aloft, Fang Lin Kong felt a flash of brilliance before him as if an angel with outstretched wings descended upon this world bathed in infinite light. He instinctively sensed a dangerous aura and unleashed the Azure Flame within him without hesitation. The Azure Flame from Ancient God Chaos was peculiar and unpredictable in its power. Fang Lin Kong’s battered body seemed like a torch igniting under the flames; as the Azure Flame soared upward, he began to tap into every ounce of his abilities.
Onlookers Lin Yu and Evelyn felt entirely different emotions at this moment. Lin Yu witnessed Daro Master's extraordinary marksmanship and Fang Lin Kong’s exposed disguise; her heart filled with deep concern. Though she suppressed her feelings to avoid adding chaos for Fang Lin Kong, her Eight-Nine Yuan Skill surged throughout her body as she prepared for action in a tense state. Evelyn was completely astonished by Fang Lin Kong's formidable strength; having lived in England all her life, she understood more about this country's Dark World than Fang Lin Kong did.
Evelyn had grown up without knowing who her father was; her natural beauty attracted countless admirers. Her mother managed to maintain their lives only through help from childhood friend Oren Vikin but had always suffered poor health. Living alone with her mother instilled in Evelyn all the rebelliousness typical of teenage girls. She once neglected her studies to follow some lower-class young monsters around London’s streets getting involved in chaotic activities.
In her young life, Evelyn had envied those powerful monsters—local tyrants like Blood Prince Oshir and Golden Finger Darro Master were always heroes in young girls' eyes despite their questionable actions. Evelyn had always admired strength above all else regardless of whether those strong figures did good or evil deeds.
Lin Yu's appearance didn’t excite Evelyn at all like those rascals she had encountered before; however, Fang Lin Kong was entirely different for her—a refreshing change. He was taciturn yet willing to risk everything for his precious Essence Beast while confronting formidable foes while hiding such immense power within him. Everything about him seemed perfect to Evelyn compared to how she overlooked Fang Lin Kong’s less-than-attractive appearance.
“Go for it! My prince! Evelyn believes you can win!”
This was Evelyn’s pure heartfelt wish.
The Azure Fire Divine Flame was unleashed, and Fang Lin Kong's movements became less sluggish. Daro Master’s Psychic Bullet and Platinum Glory missed their target, striking empty air beside Fang Lin Kong. This was almost unbelievable for Daro Master.
"Why am I unable to defeat him despite giving it my all?"
Daro Master couldn't comprehend this, but from a distance, Liexiezi saw through it all. He toyed with the twelve celestial swords gifted by Azure Sky Ancestor and remarked lightly, "This battle is rather dull. That wood spirit's strength far exceeds expectations. Although his combat skills are lacking, the overwhelming power is something that man cannot change."
Azure Sky Ancestor watched Liexiezi play with the celestial swords without any reluctance. He had long collected several top-tier celestial swords but knew that due to his own limitations in talent, he could never cultivate the Golden Light Phosphor Demon Sword Formation. He simply asked, "We may not have much time left. How long will it take for Twelfth Disciple to master the Golden Light Phosphor Demon Sword Formation?"
Liexiezi fell silent for a moment, observing Fang Lin Kong manifesting a massive blade of light that struck Daro Master severely. He then turned back and said, "I could barely manage to master the Golden Light Phosphor Demon Sword Formation in about half a month at best, but to wield it proficiently against an enemy would likely take three to five years."
Azure Sky Ancestor pondered for a moment before replying, "Earth is neither too big nor too small. If we focus on avoiding confrontation, even Eight Gods, Extreme Human might not easily find us. Three to five years isn't too long."
Liexiezi waved his hand and put away the twelve celestial swords. He said confidently, "Senior Brother, you underestimate others too much. If that Arlen Xuding Si were to come alone with Camberto, I wouldn't necessarily fear him. As for all four coming together, it might not be so easy to negotiate."
Azure Sky Ancestor chuckled and glanced at Liexiezi before extending his palm. Liexiezi slapped his hand back, and they exchanged a hearty clap, rekindling the camaraderie of their brotherhood.
Fang Lin Kong displayed great prowess as he overwhelmed Daro Master.
He didn't wish to annihilate his opponent completely; thus, he withdrew after inflicting heavy injuries on Daro Master, who lay there bloodied and dazed. The Werewolf Clan was known for its remarkable recovery abilities; despite Fang Lin Kong's Azure Flame burning within him like fire, Daro Master struggled to rise. His Pure Silver Angel Relief Pistol had flown hundreds of meters away, and he slowly crawled toward where it had fallen.
Fang Lin Kong watched for just a moment before feeling a pang of compassion. With a gesture, the pistol flew into his palm automatically. He walked over to Daro Master and gently placed the gun down.
Daro Master glared fiercely at Fang Lin Kong's wooden face and struggled to speak through gritted teeth, "Wooden Face, you don't need to pretend to be kind! I lost to you today not because my marksmanship is lacking but because your hidden strength is too formidable. Once I reach level twelve in Holy Power, we'll have a rematch!"
Fang Lin Kong had no response; he merely shrugged his shoulders, looking rather indifferent alongside his wooden expression. Daro Master's eyes burned with anger as he glared at Fang Lin Kong's long legs while stepping away in frustration, clenching his fists in resentment.
Evelyn was naturally ecstatic and rushed over to pull Fang Lin Kong closer. However, still caught up in the aftermath of battle, Fang Lin Kong ignored her and coldly stepped onto the Magic Carpet beside Lin Yu. Concerned, Lin Yu asked, "How do you feel now? Is anything wrong?"
Fang Lin Kong shook his head without speaking; what he needed most was time to reflect and digest the experiences gained from this battle. Little did he know that due to a momentary hesitation on his part—choosing not to use any magical artifacts—he had avoided detection by Liexiezi.
Nonetheless, his performance had already left a profound impression on all those secretly observing the battlefield, some of whom began contemplating recruiting Fang Lin Kong for themselves.
Evelyn rode on the Magic Carpet, feeling an immense joy. The ancient buildings and the yellowed earth swept by beneath her, mirroring the rapid changes in her mood. Fang Lin Kong was deep in thought, while Lin Yu was concerned about Evelyn returning home alone, so neither of them immediately parted ways with the monster girl.
As the Magic Carpet slowly descended into a dilapidated neighborhood of the city, Evelyn glanced at Fang Lin Kong with a hint of unease, hoping he wouldn’t mind her family's poverty. It was only when the Magic Carpet came to a stop that Fang Lin Kong snapped out of his reverie. His Transforming Mask was completely damaged, barely held together by the magic he infused into it. He didn’t want anyone to see through his disguise, so he moved cautiously, afraid that any sudden movement would cause the withered leaves and branches on him to fall away.
Upon returning home, Evelyn seemed to come alive, shouting, “Mom! I’m back! I brought you the Magic Eye Crystal for your treatment!”
When she burst through the door, she was taken aback to see two men inside. After a moment of surprise, she slowly said, “Oh, it’s Uncle Vikin! Is this your companion?”
Oren Vikin had been a childhood friend of Evelyn's mother. Although he had left to join the Demon Hunting Team for training and their relationship hadn’t progressed further, they remained close. He had even risked breaking the rules of the Demon Hunting Team to secretly help Evelyn and her mother. The team did not allow its members to have any ties with monsters or evil beings.
Oren Vikin opened his arms affectionately as he looked at the now graceful Evelyn. When she rushed into his embrace, he held her tightly and said, “Evelyn, what did you just say? The Magic Eye Crystal! How did you come by such a precious item? If it’s not obtained properly, you should return it. You don’t need to worry about your mother’s illness anymore. I’ve brought my companion; this is Uncle Allen. His abilities far exceed mine and he will help your mother recover.”
Evelyn protested, “I didn’t do anything wrong! A kind person gave me this Magic Eye Crystal voluntarily; they’re still outside! Hello, Uncle Allen!”
As Evelyn turned to greet the man who had come with Oren Vikin, she couldn’t help but gasp softly.
Arlen Xuding Si stood tall and handsome; these traits wouldn’t particularly catch Evelyn’s attention. However, there was a divine aura about him that captivated her as a young girl. Despite having Fang Lin Kong as a comparison, this man who hadn’t done anything for her still evoked a deep sense of attachment and trust within her.
The newcomer was none other than Arlen Xuding Si, the top expert of the Demon Hunting Team!
(To be continued)
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