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Chu Sheng followed the Elder out of the Martial Arts Arena, his mind a tangled mess. The terrifying aura that had just been present had vanished without a trace, as if it were a ghost—coming and going without a sound.
"Elder, that aura just now..." Chu Sheng started to speak but swallowed his words back down, feeling as if he were constipated.
The Elder smiled faintly, an expression that was both profound and inscrutable.
Chu Sheng nodded and turned to head back to his dormitory.
In his mind, the Merit Book buzzed incessantly:
[Outstanding performance in assessment, inspiring others]
[Reward Merit Points: 500]
[Current total Merit Points: 2000]
Pushing open the dormitory door, he immediately sat cross-legged on the floor.
"Second Rank Boat Realm..." Chu Sheng's eyes sparkled with excitement, like a hungry wolf. "It's time to break through, damn it!"
The Merit Book unfolded in his mind with a rush, dense Merit Points transforming into shimmering golden dots that flitted around inside him like fireflies. Chu Sheng summoned all his energy and began to assault the barrier of his realm.
"Boom!" A powerful surge of energy erupted within him, crashing through his meridians like a floodgate being opened. Chu Sheng gritted his teeth in pain; this sensation was a hundred times more intense than he had imagined.
"Break for me!" Chu Sheng roared like thunder, drawing forth even more Merit Points. The golden dots spun wildly within him like a blender; with each rotation, his strength increased.
Suddenly, a rapid knocking sounded at the door, urgent and insistent!
"Chu Sheng, are you there?" It was Lin Yue's voice, sounding quite anxious.
Chu Sheng frowned, cursing inwardly: Being interrupted at such a crucial moment was incredibly frustrating! But hearing Lin Yue's tone made it clear that something urgent was at hand. He had no choice but to forcibly suppress the chaotic energy within him; it felt akin to holding in a desperate need to relieve himself—uncomfortable!
"I'm fine," Chu Sheng replied hoarsely, sounding like a broken gong. "You should go rest."
"But..." Lin Yue began to protest but was abruptly cut off by Chu Sheng's rough interruption.
"Trust me."
These three simple words carried an undeniable authority, as if an emperor had issued a decree. Lin Yue was momentarily stunned but obediently walked away.
Once the footsteps faded, Chu Sheng quickly closed his eyes and resumed his cultivation. The forced suppression of his breakthrough had caused the energy within him to surge violently, akin to a volcanic eruption. However, this pain felt trivial to him, like a mere itch.
"Continue!" Chu Sheng formed hand seals, and the Merit Points erupted once more. Tiny golden sparks within him coalesced into a massive vortex, swirling like a tornado as it relentlessly battered against the barriers of his realm.
With a crisp crack, reminiscent of shattering glass, Chu Sheng felt a refreshing energy flood through his limbs, akin to drinking ice-cold soda—invigorating! The previously turbulent energy instantly calmed down, becoming as gentle as a docile kitten.
[Ding! Breakthrough successful]
[Current Realm: Second Rank Boat Realm]
[New Ability Slot: 1]
[Current Ability Slot Count: 2]
Chu Sheng slowly opened his eyes, a glint of golden light flashing within them, similar to an X-ray. He could sense that his strength had increased several times over, feeling as if he had been injected with adrenaline. Not only that, but his mental acuity had also undergone a qualitative leap; it was as if he had opened a third eye, allowing him to perceive even the slightest movements around him.
"So this is the power of the Second Rank Boat Realm?" Chu Sheng clenched his fists, reveling in the surging energy within him, feeling exhilarated. Suddenly, he sensed something unusual.
Outside the dormitory, a shadow stealthily approached, like a thief in the night. The person's aura was weak but carried a hint of murderous intent, akin to a venomous snake. Had this been before his breakthrough, Chu Sheng might not have noticed at all. But now, he could hear every subtle movement clearly.
"Interesting," Chu Sheng smirked slightly. "It seems someone is eager to test my strength; truly reckless!"
At that moment, the shadow outside suddenly lunged forward, brandishing a glinting dagger aimed straight at Chu Sheng's back.
Chu Sheng's expression sharpened as cold light flickered in his eyes. His body moved like lightning; he dodged just in time to evade the deadly strike. The dagger plunged into the wooden floor with a sharp "thud," embedding itself deeply—a testament to the assailant's strength.
"Quick reflexes," came a chilling laugh from outside the window, the tone eerie and spine-chilling. A shadow then burst through the broken window and landed steadily in the center of the room. Moonlight streamed through the shattered glass, illuminating the face of the intruder—a cold and sinister visage that seemed to have emerged from hell itself.
Chu Sheng narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing the newcomer. Dressed in black with an austere expression and eyes as cold as a snake's gaze, he exuded an intimidating aura of lethal intent. "One from Heishan sect?" His voice was icy, laced with inquiry.
"Well now, you seem quite knowledgeable," the shadow grinned widely, revealing sharp white teeth like those of a beast ready to devour its prey. "I am Hei Ye, sent here to take your life."
"Is that all you've got?" Chu Sheng sneered, his tone dripping with disdain.
"Of course, I'm not alone," the figure in the shadows replied. As soon as the words left his mouth, a dozen dark figures surged from the corners of the room, surrounding Chu Sheng like an iron barrel, sealing off any escape. "When we of the Black Mountain Society take action, we always do it thoroughly," the speaker added, a hint of pride in his voice, as if victory was already assured.
Chu Sheng scanned his surroundings, his gaze growing colder, like ancient ice. The black-clad figures exuded a calm yet formidable aura; even the weakest among them was at the peak of the First Rank Boat Realm. The leader, along with another man wearing white gloves, was clearly a master of the Second Rank Boat Realm. The situation was dire; they clearly intended to kill him.
"Well, it seems you think highly of me," Chu Sheng said as he loosened his muscles. His internal energy surged, crackling like popping beans in a hot pan. Having just broken through to the Second Rank Boat Realm, he had been looking for an opportunity to test his skills, and now this group had come knocking—what a stroke of luck.
"Kid, you'd better surrender while you still can," the man in white gloves said coldly, his tone arrogant. "I am Contractor Luo Ji. If you sign the contract willingly, I can guarantee it won't be too painful."
A chill ran through Chu Sheng at the mention of Luo Ji's abilities. He had heard tales of how signing such a contract would bind one forever, turning them into a puppet at the mercy of another. This power was particularly effective against strong opponents.
"Is that all you've got? You think you deserve to make demands?" A flicker of contempt crossed Chu Sheng's eyes as he suddenly lunged forward, delivering a powerful punch to the nearest black-clad figure. The man barely had time to react before he was sent flying through the wall with a deafening crash, leaving his fate uncertain.
"That was fast!" Night's eyes widened in shock. He hadn't anticipated Chu Sheng's strength to be so formidable—far beyond his expectations. "Everyone, attack together! Don't let him escape!"
The dozen black-clad figures lunged at Chu Sheng simultaneously, blades flashing and cold glints dancing in the air, weaving a deadly net around him. However, Chu Sheng remained unfazed, moving like a specter through their attacks. Each strike he made was precise and lethal, quickly taking down several opponents who fell to the ground in agony.
"Contractor's Hand!" Seeing the tide turn against him, Luo Ji shouted as a beam of golden light shot from his hand, transforming into an invisible chain that coiled toward Chu Sheng like a serpent.
Chu Sheng chuckled coldly as he felt a slight tremor in his mind.
[Detected Evil Contract Power]
[Cost: 100 Merit Points]
[Purifying Contract Power]
As soon as the golden chain touched Chu Sheng's body, it dissipated like snow meeting fire. Luo Ji's expression changed dramatically as disbelief filled his eyes. "How is this possible? My contract power has failed!"
"Now it's my turn," Chu Sheng said as he vanished from sight and reappeared before Luo Ji in an instant. He unleashed a punch that struck Luo Ji squarely in the chest. Luo Ji didn't even have time to react before being sent flying by this thunderous blow, crashing heavily to the ground with blood spraying from his mouth and the sound of cracking ribs echoing in the air.
In the darkness, Black Night sensed danger and, filled with fear, swiftly appeared behind Chu Sheng, aiming a dagger straight at his heart with a lethal intent to kill. However, Chu Sheng was already prepared; without turning around, he delivered a powerful kick that struck Black Night squarely in the chest. Like a kite severed from its string, Black Night flew backward and crashed heavily to the ground, struggling to rise.
"You all underestimate me too much," Chu Sheng said, flexing his wrist as his cold gaze swept over the remaining black-clad figures, his tone laced with mockery. "Do you want to continue?"
The remaining assailants exchanged fearful glances. They had thought that dealing with a newly advanced Second Rank Boat Realm expert would be easy with their numbers, but they were instead being overwhelmed and had no chance to retaliate.
"Retreat!" Black Night groaned as he clutched his chest and struggled to stand. The others felt as if they had been granted a reprieve and hurriedly began to flee, dragging their injured comrades along in their panicked escape.
Chu Sheng did not pursue them; he remained where he was, surveying the chaos around him, lost in thought.
" Heishan sect..." Chu Sheng's eyes narrowed as he contemplated. "It seems that your organization is closely tied to my family's affairs."
At that moment, hurried footsteps echoed from a distance. Chu Sheng turned to see Lin Yue approaching quickly with several martial artists in tow.
"Chu Sheng! Are you alright?" Lin Yue asked, concern etched on her face.
"I'm fine," Chu Sheng replied coolly. "However... there are some matters I need to confirm with uncle Li."
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