86. Unchained Decorations
Shang Yan Fei collects the colorful smoke into his sleeves. He viewed Bai Ning Bing’s and Yan Tu’s battle. A deeply impressed emotion appears on Yan Fei’s features as he recalls the Killer Move.
‘That Killer Move is still incomplete. But Bai Ning Bing has a direction. It must consume a lot of essence and is effortless to dodge once prepared for it. I would have exchanged the Wind Stream Gu with Shape Blizzard Gu. It would have removed the need for Ice Explosion and left Bai Ning Bing to add Control Ice Gu.’
Shang Yan Fei has a deep comprehension. Although he isn’t an Ice Path Gu Master, he battles several geniuses of various paths. He can point out Bai Ning Bing’s issues and solutions. But he isn’t taken by the idea to guide geniuses. Beasts like Bai Ning Bing tend to surprise. Bai Ning Bing may know these things and could have different thoughts.
Either way, it’s not Yan Fei’s path to walk.
‘But Lo Jik is a different matter. The Gu he possesses has a deep attraction to Ju Kai Bei.’
Thinking about it, Yan Fei waves his hand and releases a Red Paper Crane Gu.
The sight of Yan Tu and Ju Kai Bei cultivating in the same secret chamber will surprise many. Aren’t these two fierce rivals? Why are they sitting together?
Su Shou restored Yan Tu’s lone eye and ice burns, charging a heavy ‘ugly’ tax. Yan Tu’s healing Gu worked the best for his Gu Worms. He needed the Doctor’s help.
“You lost to a kid less than half your age!” Ju Kai Bei jokes and snickers. The stony-looking giant of a man reveals a mischievous smile as his shoulders tremble. Yan Tu huffs, rolling his murky eyes.
“Laugh it up, Brother Kai Bei. I was just caught unprepared. Nobody could have expected a young brat with a mere year of experience to possess a killer move of such shocking strength. Hmph! I already have some ways to deal with it.”
“I watched the match in disguise,” Ju Kai Bei nods. “You should have gone all out. But it’s not your fault. We aren’t roaming the wilderness and acting as the Shang Clan’s hidden External Elders affected our thinking.”
Yan Tu exhales.
“Lord Clan Leader wants to recruit them. We were supposed to be their tests once they challenged us. We would have challenged them had they not initiated it. So, I was busy ‘testing’’ Bai Ning Bing while he prepared to end me.”
The Battle Stage is one of the primary sources and backbones of the Shang Clan’s economy. The Demonic Gu Masters expect to enter the Righteous Factions after years of stressful living. But how can Super Clans allow that? Won’t it be too easy to infiltrate them?
Shang Yan Fei appointed Yan Tu and Ju Kai Bei as the secret Elders to regulate the Battle Stage and keep others from entering the Shang Clan. Their rivalry is a facade. These two are already the Clan’s external elders.
“Sigh,” Yan Tu grumbles. “Heaven is blind. To think I will lose while a big oaf like you will make a deal with Shang Ya Zi.”
The aged Rank 4 Gu Master shakes his head as Ju Kai Bei laughs loudly.
“Envy suits the weak, Brother Yan Tu. You have deep pockets. Recovering from your losses is easy. Isn’t it better? You only kept the Rank 4 Fire Snake Gu for sentiments. Now, you can buy the Rank 4 Fire Dragon Gu instead. It will improve your Killer Move by another level.”
“Fire Dragon Gu is too rare,” Yan Tu sighs. His expression changes as a Red Crane Gu enters the room.
“A letter from the Clan Leader,” Yan Tu takes the Red Crane Gu. He glances at it before giving it to Ju Kai Bei. “It’s for you.”
Ju Kai Bei reads the letter before frowning.
“Lord Clan Leader wants me not to ask for the All-Out Effort Gu once I win,” Ju Kai Bei frowns.
“He cherishes and is fond of talents.” Yan Tu sighs.
Despite the popular opinion, Ju Kai Bei doesn’t care for the Little Giant Gu. Instead, the attraction of an All-Out Effort Gu to a Strength Path Gu Master like him is unimaginable.
Yan Tu notices Ju Kai Bei’s expression and speaks softly, “Take note of your mental state, Brother Ju. It’s the Lord Clan Leader’s command. We are the Shang Clan’s hidden External Elders and cannot defy these orders.”
“Living unrestrained, those were the days,” Ju Kai Bei reminisces.
Yan Tu’s expression turns solemn. “Is Brother Ju thinking of becoming a Demonic Gu Master again?”
“That would be like me asking when you plan to get younger,” Ju Kai Bei snorts. “Do you still not know me, Brother Yan? It sounds like a man’s dream. But the life of a Demonic Gu Master is filled with stress and fear. I won’t return to such a lifestyle, giving up the stable life we created for ourselves.”
Yan Tu smiles.
Ju Kai Bei and Yan Tu were once solitary demonic Gu Masters.
They made a name for themselves while roaming the southern border and endured for ten years. However, they were becoming tired as time passed. Demonic Gu Masters lived free lives but had massive pressure on them. They would have to keep worrying about the food for their Gu, Primeval stones, safety, and other things.
They did not change their ways even if they were exhausted with such a life. They valued freedom—until one day when these two encountered each other in the wild.
There was an extreme lack of trust between demonic Gu Masters. These two attacked each other immediately the second they crossed paths.
Who would have imagined these two were evenly matched and fought from day to night? They used their intelligence, traps, and every kind of trick they knew with all their strength.
When dawn arrived, the two did not have the strength to continue their battle. They completely exhausted their Primeval Essence, and their bodies were filled with injuries. They were both within each other’s reach, but they did not have the strength to kill each other.
They both made an identical decision when the morning light shone on their faces.
“I am tired of this life. Sigh, if I can survive this battle, I will go to Shang clan city and join the righteous path.” Yan Tu softly mumbled.
“I am so sick of it. After this battle, I will go to Shang clan city and fight for that external elder’s position!” Ju Kai Bei fiercely cursed.
They did not know why, but the two spoke simultaneously.
After they finished speaking, the two looked at each other.
After a moment of silence, the two laughed heartily.
This was fate. It was like heaven’s will. On this day, two distrusting veteran demonic Gu Masters gained a best friend for life.
As if they wanted to completely discard their past, they began changing and chose to trust each other.
This trust was a trust without any reservations. The two went from one extreme to another extreme.
Yan Tu changes the topic.
“You have to be careful, Brother Ju. Bai Ning Bing and Lo Jik seem to be a match. Who knows if Lo Jik also has a Killer Move. Although you got a good Gu from Shang Ya Zi, it doesn’t mean you can incorporate it inside your killer move. It may even break it.”
“Hehe, guess what this is.”
Ju Kai Bei smiles and takes out another Gu Worm from his aperture. It’s an iron-like black beetle.
“Eh? Hard Qi Gu?!” Yan Tu’s eyes widen. “It’s great, Brother! Your strongest moment is also your weakest. This Gu is far more suitable!”
Ju Kai Bei laughs. He truly feels lucky.
First, he got the Bitter Strength Gu from Shang Ya Zi at a discount since the Young Master wanted to curb his losses. Second, he also came across a Hard Qi Gu in one of the recent Large Auctions!
But he still sighs.
“My killer move’s power would have been multiplied if I had the Strength Qi Gu.”
“Hehe. You are too greedy, Brother. Now, do you even want the Strength Qi Gu? Qi Path is already extinct.”
“Greed is in human nature,” Ju Kai Bei laughs shamelessly.
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“Die!”
Another bloody palm, another death.
Lo Jik wakes up from his nightmare and rubs his forehead.
He doesn’t focus on it too much. Lo Jik understands it’s merely a mental pressure. The most effortless way to deal with it is to fuck all of it and escape. But Lo Jik doesn’t enjoy running from his fears.
Oh, running from undefeated enemies is a tactical retreat.
But to let fear cloud his judgment?
That’s a slippery slope.
‘That Su Shou better be a Platinum!’ He sighs. ‘Chains, eh? She thinks I’m chained by the knowledge. No. She believes the fear generated from her past is enough to chain me down.’
A twisted smirk appears on his face.
‘Today is the battle with Ju Kai Bei.’
He stretches his arms and grunts. Lo Jik feels refreshed.
Shang Clan’s three inner cities teem with excitement as a heavy stream of people pay their savings to enter the Third Inner City’s Battle Zone before booking a seat for the match. This flow of the crowd is more than Bai Ning Bing’s match. It can be said his victory only increased the crowd’s expectations.
Several Young Masters book private rooms. Meanwhile, rich experts take the public seats to experience the battle on their ‘skins.’
The Battle Zone’s manager, Shang Chi-Wen, can be considered one of the greatest beneficiaries of the flow of spectators. This match alone allowed her to earn more revenue than 80 Popular Matches combined!
“Ju Kai Bei Vs Lo Jik! This is the resurrection of the Strength Path!”
“Heh! Many said the same thing during Lo Jik’s match with Li Ran.”
“What do you think Senior Ju will choose? The All-Out Effort Gu or the Little Giant Gu.”
“Hmph! Why are you sure Ju Kai Bei will win? This is the era of the new generation! Bai Ning Bing won an uphill battle. Can’t Lo Jik do the same?”
“Gu Yue Lo Jik!” Shang Ya Zi grits his teeth as he watches a figure enter the super-sized black rock forest battle stage. A cold glint appears in the Young Master’s eyes. The character decides fate. Shang Ya Zi is the kind of animal that won’t ever let go of petty grievances born from his own doing. ‘You’re dead meat! Hehe! So what if I had to sell the Bitter Strength Gu? I recovered half the losses.’
“Brother Monkey,” Xin Ci stares at the figure. She and Wei Yang sit beside a disguised Bai Ning Bing.
Lo Jik’s loose robes and short hairstyle make him look conspicuous among the sea of men with long hair. He looks peaceful. His gaze travels around the arena.
‘So many people to witness my last match,’ he smiles softly.
He glances at the disguised trio, who met him before the match. Xin Ci revealed other Young Masters are also present.
Ju Kai Bei enters the match under everyone’s gaze. His towering body surpasses Lo Jik’s height and frame. The aura of a Rank 4 Gu Master flows, curbing Lo Jik’s Rank 3 Peak Stage aura. However, the reality is different and cruel.
‘Sorry, Ju Kai Bei,’ Lo Jik remains quiet. ‘I’ll have to use you for my goals, too.’
He doesn’t feel arrogant or smug. Lo Jik knows others with his gifts could already be a Gu Immortal by now! Unscrupulous men could use Lo Jik’s Trait by violating others. Those with better talents may already be Masters in several paths. Wealthier men and women may use his Trait to establish a Large Force!
How far Ju Kai Bei could have gone with Lo Jik’s Trait?—Plenty ahead.
What about women like Su Shou?
She may have killed Yan Fei, protected her unborn child, and become an Immortal!
What about Xin Ci?
Well, she would have barely used Lo Jik’s Trait.
But understanding this, Lo Jik remains calm instead of arrogant.
Ju Kai Bei is an expert in the Strength Path.
The duo remains quiet, unwilling to talk. It would have no use. So, the contestants conserve their energy.
*Ding*
The bell rings as Lo Jik dashes ahead. He uses the Wise Cat Steps to close the distance. Prepared for Lo Jik’s attack, Ju Kai Bei parts his lips, revealing rows of straight white teeth. His canines extend into inward tusks that stab into his shoulders. Blood doesn’t flow from his injuries as bone armor forges around Ju Kai Bei.
‘Good timing!’
Ju Kai Bei meets the opposition as a tremendous howl echoes behind Lo Jik. Space fluctuates, revealing a lean ape with a human-like body, white fur, brown skin, and flames for hair!
Rank 4 Mutated Beast Strength Phantom—Infernal Ape!
Lo Jik clenches his fist and strikes Ju Kai Bei’s. The latter’s expression stiffens as he flies back.
Lo Jik quietly chases the man as Ju Kai Bei crashes through three giant rock pillars!
Cracks in Ju Kai Bei’s bone armor rapidly recover as he stares at Lo Jik with surprise.
The Infernal Ape howls again as Lo Jik attacks. However, the man doesn’t dodge. Ju Kai Bei trades moves with Lo Jik, avoiding a few attacks before being sent flying back again!
“This…”
“Isn’t the Infernal Ape a Rank 4 Beast Phantom? How can Lo Jik summon it?”
“The Rank 3 All-Out Effort Gu can only summon Rank 4 Phantoms 50% of the time. He cannot be this lucky.”
“So, it wasn’t Bitter Strength Gu?” Wei Yang’s eyes pop open as Bai Ning Bing narrows his eyes.
‘The Rank 4 All-Out Effort Gu?’
Ju Kai Bei grits his teeth before smiling.
‘Good. It’s good! I can’t take the All-Out Effort Gu, but I can test my new set!’
*Howl*
A Dragon Elephant suddenly appears behind Ju Kai Bei as his punch sends Lo Jik crashing and dragging through the hard ground.
“It appeared! Lord Ju’s Habitual Strength Gu is showing its effects!”
“Eh? It’s too early. How can Ju Kai Bei’s habitual strength already collect enough strength?”
Doubt fills the spectators as Lo Jik stands with shallow injuries. He dusts his robe before smiling at Ju Kai Bei.
“So,” he chuckles. “You got the Bitter Strength Gu, huh?” Lo Jik clenches his fists as battle intent rages in his eyes. His Body Refinement Set is enough defense for now. Even the full attack of a Dragon Elephant barely did him harm since flying back absorbed most of the momentum.
Ju Kai Bei narrows his eyes, nodding slightly.
It can’t be hidden. But Ju Kai Bei didn’t think Lo Jik would instantly guess accurately.
“The Bitter Strength?”
“Bitter Strength and Habitual Strength… it’s a match that can counter the All-Out Effort Gu!”
“Eh? What is going on? Someone explain it to me! I don’t know everything about the Strength Path!”
Bai Ning Bing and Xin Ci look at Wei Yang as he explains.
“Strength is like a vat of water. The Beast Strength fills the vat with more water. Sometimes, a Gu Master can scoop some of the water. It’s the reason behind the unpredictable Strength Phantoms. The All-Out Effort Gu is like a tap into the vat that allows the Gu Master to control when they release the water. But it’s an extinct Gu Worm. To emulate its effects, the Gu Masters created the Habitual Strength Gu.”
“Once activated, the Habitual Strength Gu stores energy over a while and unleashes it at once. Its weaker variant, Rank 3 Store Strength Gu, doesn’t allow the Gu Master to move while storing energy. There are also the Love and Hateful Strength Gu that have other prerequisites. The Habitual Strength Gu is like a bucket steadily drawing from the water vat. It takes time. Here comes the Bitter Strength Gu. This Rank 4 Gu Worm allows the Gu Master to exert more strength the more injured they are.”
“Once paired with the Habitual Strength Gu, the more injured Ju Kai Bei gets, the quicker the Habitual Strength will draw water from the vat. But if paired with All-Out Effort Gu, the Bitter Strength adds more holes in the vat, allowing the All-Out Effort to connect taps in those holes and draw more Beast Phantoms!”
“Ah!” Xin Ci understands. “So, attacking Senior Ju is like helping him!”
“Yes. The Bitter Strength is an incredible support Gu with wide applications,” Wei Yang replies with a heavy expression. “It cut one of Ju Kai Bei’s crucial weaknesses!”
Bai Ning Bing’s heart excitedly throbs as he looks at Lo Jik.
How will he overcome this?
As expected, others soon understand why Ju Kai Bei didn’t heal his injuries as Lo Jik beams. He charges at Ju Kai Bei like a man possessed.
*Howl*
A Dragon Elephant with purple tusks appears behind Lo Jik.
Ju Kai Bei used three different Dragon Elephant Huge Strength Gu to attain the strength of three elemental Dragon Elephants. For some reason, he never increased it further. It’s not like Ju Kai Bei has a weak Body Refinement Set. He’s an established expert with deep foundations.
But Lo Jik willingly suppresses himself. He only revealed the purchase of Sky Gryffin, Infernal Ape, and Dragon Elephant Strength.
That’s his limit.
“Come!” Ju Kai Bei meets the attack head-on. Once used, the Habitual Strength needs time to draw more strength. However, the Bitter Strength Gu Worm’s advantage appears here. Since Ju Kai Bei is injured, this time limit will lower until he can use three Beast Phantoms consecutively!
Punches, kicks, chops, elbows, sneaky groin attacks—these close combatants use it all. Ju Kai Bei had his share of Demonic Gu Masters and isn’t phased by such tricks.
*Howl*
Two Dragon Elephants burst behind Ju Kai Bei as Lo Jik’s figure shoots back until covering half the arena. Blood spills from his mouth as he rolls against the ground before using the Wise Cat Steps to steady himself. He licks his blood like a battle maniac as his chest turns blue. His bones quake and his organs tremble. This is the first severe injury on Lo Jik’s body as he uses the Self-Reliance Gu.
Unlike Ju Kai Bei, Lo Jik isn’t relying on the Bitter Strength Gu. The effect of Rank 4 Self-Reliance resonates with the Strength Path marks left on his body using the Body Refinement Gu set, increasing his recovery speed.
‘This beast,’ Ju Kai Bei bathes in several injuries. The disadvantage of the Bitter Strength is the inability to heal oneself without losing the benefits. The Senior senses a familiar, long-lost sensation.
A demon. The seeker of individualism.
Untamed.
Unwavering.
Unapologetic!
Slight disgust appears in Ju Kai Bei’s expression as faint memories of wild slaughter resurface in his mind. The pure days of living one’s will. To take what one desires.
‘No! I left that life behind! I’m a member of the Righteous Path!’
Disgust turns into vile hatred as Ju Kai Bei clenches his fist, meeting Lo Jik’s attack.
‘Demons like you should die!’
In this disgust is an envy that Ju Kai Bei denies with all his being.
Three Dragon Elephants appear behind Ju Kai Bei as Lo Jik laughs.
“There you are!”
He coils like an eel before grasping Ju Kai Bei’s massive wrist and overturning the man!
Using one’s strength against themselves!
A massive cloud of dust rises as the impact knocks the breath out of Kai Bei’s lungs. His expression turns stern as he grabs at Lo Jik’s face only to find him backing away. The spectators hold their breath as they witness Lo Jik’s relentless assault.
Ju Kai Bei is undeniably strong.
However, the crowd goes into a daze at Lo Jik’s masterful use of All-Out Effort Gu. He switches between the Infernal Ape and the Dragon Elephant. Ju Kai Bei is suppressed even if he uses the strength of two Dragon Elephants on average.
Bai Ning Bing shudders with excitement. He feels the truth. Lo Jik is like him!
“A-Ah!” Wei Yang loses his composure. “It can’t be. So, it was the truth after all.” He cannot contain himself.
Lo Jik has the upper hand even if Ju Kai Bei bursts with the Strength of three Dragon Elephants. The former displays the ferocious might of using a Healing Gu in the middle of fierce combat! His control seems even more refined since his battle with Li Ran.
The most surprising part is Lo Jik has yet to use the Little Giant Gu!
“A Master!” Wei Yang gushes. “Lo Jik! Oh, Lo Jik!”
Xin Ci's eyes widen once she hears this. She may not have enough experience, but she understands what a ‘Master’ represents.
‘Does he have a Killer Move, too?’ Bai Ning Bing licks his lips. He wants to fight again!
‘You’re kidding me!’ the spectating Yan Tu shudders. ‘Such a young Master? Be careful, Brother Ju! Don’t make the same mistake as me! End him!’
“Haaagh!” Ju Kai Bei roars, quickly retreating with severe injuries. He cuts a sorry figure as Lo Jik’s movement Gu fails to keep up with the Wise Cat Step’s advancement—Rank 4 Dragon Travel Tiger Steps Gu.
“Oh, no!” Wei Yang frowns. “Ju Kai Bei realized the situation. He’s going to use his Killer Move.” He explains hurriedly. “But this Killer Move has a weakness. Lo Jik can maintain this upper hand and defeat Ju Kai Bei if he attacks now!”
Ordinarily, others would be like Bai Ning Bing and attain victory by not letting the opponent use their best attack.
However, Lo Jik stays behind. He gently removes the tattered robe before stretching his mostly uninjured body. His languid appearance stuns others. However, Ju Kai Bei doesn’t wait.
He reveals a strict look.
Djinn Heart Gu.
Djinn Mind Gu.
Djinn Body Gu.
Killer Move—Djinn Transformation!
Ju Kai Bei’s towering body inflates three times its former size! The armor from the Rank 4 Ivory Armor Gu crackles and falls down. Ju Kai Bei is almost eight meters tall! His burly physique is like the Bandit Monkeys of the Fei Hou Mountain. Mystical white qi floats around Ju Kai Bei as a mist-like aura converges around the man.
Djinn Transformation is a killer move that increases Ju Kai Bei’s capabilities thrice! He now possesses the Strength of nine Dragon Elephants! His mental energy is also multiplied. But it also consumes Ju Kai Bei’s essence quickly.
But this move has a flaw. The Ivory Armor Gu isn’t flexible and needs to be regenerated. So, Ju Kai Bei is also defenseless!
“Attack!” Wei Yang grits his teeth, almost howling. He’s too stunned by Lo Jik’s display. This man must NOT lose!
However, Lo Jik doesn’t move. Instead, he chuckles and climbs one of the remaining rocks to match Ju Kai Bei’s height.
Bai Ning Bing’s gaze dims. Xin Ci appears worried. Others sigh, too.
Lo Jik’s arrogance will be his undoing! Shang Ya Zi leaps with joy.
‘Did he notice the Hard Qi Gu?’ Ju Kai Bei frowns. He isn’t defenseless! ‘Hard Qi is formless. How can Lo Jik notice it? So? What is he planning?’
Lo Jik stands on the peak of the rock. The distant Ju Kai Bei still appears a few heads taller as Bone Armor grows around his body.
“Good,” Lo Jik nods and smiles. “It will now be a worthy fight.”
Others cannot hear Lo Jik’s soft comment. But Ju Kai Bei’s gaze turns chilling.
‘This demonic aura,’ he grits his teeth. Since Ju Kai Bei is three times his former size, his speed is also quicker using the Dragon Travel Tiger Steps Gu. Dragon and Tiger roars and booms from his steps.
Lo Jik’s body steadily enlarges. His skin turns coarse. His hair turns black, and his gaze glimmers green. But…
He looks smaller.
Shallow white scars tattoo his body, forming ancient totems.
The barely 3.5-meter-tall Little Giant holds his ground.
“Something is different.”
“Why is Lo Jik smaller?”
“Look at his skin! What are those scars?”
“Battle scars?”
Wei Yang mutters with a stupefied expression, “Rank 4 Little Giant King Gu.”
“Even that won’t save you!” Ju Kai Bei is green with envy as he roars!
Nine dragon elephants erupt behind the massive Djinn as he crushes any rock pillar in his way.
“Save me?” Lo Jik snickers as he jumps forward. His powerful jump shatters the rock pillar beneath. His figure tears through the air as the Sky Gryffin makes its appearance!
*Crackle*
Lo Jik shatters the Hard Qi’s defense before smashing into Ju Kai Bei’s chest.
Fast!
Lo Jik uses his ‘tiny’ body’s advantage to kick Ju Kai Bei’s legs before overturning him!
His powerful voice booms as Ju Kai Bei cannot use his gathered might! Frustration fills his heart as he snarls, grabbing at Lo Jik as four Dragon Elephants howl.
Lo Jik feels something stir inside him.
It was the same when he fought and dominated Li Ran.
Months of frustration and worry flow from his fists to Ju Kai Bei’s body.
He punches and kicks. His elbows show Ju Kai Bei the stars! When others use Long-Range attacks to target Ju Kai Bei, Lo Jik fights! All his nightmares and fears—Everything!
Every word and plot!
All of it turns ‘white.’
Lo Jik cannot help but howl in laughter. Fuck it! He never felt like this while defending against angry husbands.
This is the first time he feels…
Unadulterated rush.
“What I wear are my decorations!” His voice booms, and his slap sends the grunting Ju Kai Bei to the ground. “The chains I shatter turn to dust!”
Bai Ning Bing’s expression changes.
“Heart remains unchained!”
Lo Jik smiles brightly as his fist flies to crush Ju Kai Bei’s skull.
“And this insignificant vagabond steps on the shackles unhindered.”
He stops inches from the quiet Ju Kai Bei as the latter whispers—I give up.
His fist opens as he laughs.
Ju Kai Bei…
Surrendered!
It’s Lo Jik’s victory.
“Oh?” Watching the match live, Yan Fei narrows his eyes. “The chains he chose to wear are the decorations, and the ones he shatters turn to dust. Heart unchained, the Vagabond steps on all shackles.” His eyes reveal a strange look of fondness. He laughs lightly. “Just a Lo Jik calling the Shang Clan shackles won’t make us so. Stepping on the Shang Clan ‘unhindered’ is also easier said than done.”
“What a boast,” Su Shou smiles while watching the match from her sources. She recalls her previous conversation with Lo Jik. It may seem like Lo Jik’s response to her being a chain to his freedom.
“A decoration, he calls me,” she smirks. “But he has the ability for that. A Master-level attainment in Strength Path.”
“A Vagabond…” Bai Ning Bing laughs. His voice is quieter than the booming Giant’s laugh. But he feels good. “As he said. We’re here for the sights.”
“Heart unchained,” Xin Ci whispers in her heart. She feels sad but also happy. Her expression turns fond. It’s great.
None should chain her Brother Monkey in the first place.
‘Sigh, such boldness,’ Wei Yang exhales. ‘It’s confirmed with the appearance of Rank 4 All-Out Effort and Little Giant King Gu. He must have received an ancient inheritance inside the Qing Mao Mountain.’
The Twin Stars…
The Giant and Frost Demons tore through the sky, shining brilliantly.
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Alternate Title: Shang Yan Fei’s Order; The Truth About The Battle Stage; The Fierce Rival’s Past; Another Nightmare; Hard Qi and Bitter Strength; The Start of the Match; Speculations; The Combination With the Bitter Strength Gu; Strength Path’s Might; I Feel Good—Lo Jik; When Xianxia Infects the Mind; Oh, No, Lo Jik is Singing Poems, Too!; Fiercely Suppressed; Wei Yang Moments from Creaming; The Answer To Everything; Clearing Fears; Those That I Accept Aren’t Chains; Oh, Decorations? Harem When?—Giant Sun Venerable; Never Let Lo Jik Step Into Northern Plains; Giant VS Djinn; Giant King; Going Against the Norm; To Being Individual and a Demon; Ju Kai Bei’s Deepest Wishes; To Roam Unhindered
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