Achieving Demon Godhood from Unlocking Talents

Chapter 236: Chapter 149: Martial Skill Breakthrough, War and Turmoil

「More than half a month later.」

Inside the apartment.

WHOOSH!

With a long exhale, Lu Chao, sitting cross-legged by his bed, slowly opened his eyes.

A flash of crimson light flickered in his eyes, incredibly intense, like a ray of sunlight capable of purging all spiritual pollution.

’Still a ways to go.’

The sharp light receded, and Lu Chao’s gaze returned to its usual calm.

Day after day, he made steady progress.

His cultivation of the Fixed Star Observation Method had become increasingly proficient. Every day, he drew in light to stimulate the acupoint between his brows and refine his spirit. Before he knew it, he was on the verge of mastering Crimson Fire.

He then slowly withdrew his Spiritual Power. The illusory sun in his mind, wreathed in Crimson Fire, remained condensed and stable.

Lu Chao finished his final cultivation session in Ring City and glanced at the panel before him.

[Life Energy: 83→87!]

[Potential Progress: 63%]

From the specialist assessment in Yao Capital until now.

In the month since, his Life Energy had increased by another four points, and his Potential Progress had also grown significantly.

Putting aside his massive daily nutritional consumption, his ability to maintain such rapid progress came down to two factors.

First were the two Senior-Level Potions from Teacher Luo and Captain Yang. Second, he had completed his official transfer and had taken the initiative to claim some of the benefits afforded to a Superpower Captain at the Superpower Bureau.

All told, that was three portions of Advanced Nutritional Resources, plus several mid-level potions he had made himself to fill the gaps. With all that, such an increase was hardly surprising.

And, most importantly...

’Triple Stacked Force.’

His eyes shining, Lu Chao slowly clenched his fist and looked down at his right arm.

Aided by his Flow State talent, all his past accumulations had become the perfect fuel for advancing his Martial Skills.

He had completely mastered Stacked Force Fist, and achieving Triple Stacked Force was a natural consequence.

At that thought, he didn’t hesitate to unleash it on the spot.

BOOM!!

He threw a punch, and the air cracked.

Veins bulged on his entire right arm, looking like tightly wound steel cables.

SWOOSH!

Then, amidst a sound like rushing wind.

He bent his elbow, retracted his arm, and snapped his fist back like a spring before striking out again.

THUD!!

A muffled, deafening boom echoed, as if a barrel of explosives had gone off in the room. A ring of white vapor erupted in mid-air.

And yet, amidst this terrifying commotion...

He suddenly shot out his left arm, which split the air like a javelin.

SWOOSH!!

The air trembled, becoming tangible and incredibly viscous.

It was like surging waves, accompanied by the sound of rushing water.

That was the sound of his heart pounding wildly, driving his blood circulation under immense strain, allowing the third layer of force to fully form and converge in his left arm.

BOOM!!

The air detonated, shaking everything.

He had clearly punched at empty air, touching nothing.

But...

The window several meters away rattled violently, almost shattering, and the surrounding walls and floor trembled intensely.

It was as if the world itself had fallen silent, intimidated by the power of that single punch.

Lu Chao smiled faintly, withdrawing his fist with a look of satisfaction.

Stacked Force Fist was perfected. He had cultivated this beginner-level Martial Skill to its highest realm.

Triple Stacked Force, which doubled his power, was no weaker than some Mid-Level Martial Skills. The significance of this was self-evident.

Although the strain was considerable, his Rock physique greatly lessened the physical burden, allowing him to use the technique multiple times in a short period.

If he combined it with his Adrenaline ability, he was confident he could face a Superpower Level expert head-on without being at a disadvantage.

His gaze instantly brightened.

Lu Chao stood still for several breaths, adapting to this new level of power.

Finally, he unclenched his fist and let his arm fall to his side.

Confirming everything was fine.

He opened the door to his room and looked out into the living room.

Luggage of all sizes was piled on the table. Zhao Yuanqing had already packed up both of their belongings.

Noticing the movement, he looked up.

Beneath his round-collared black short-sleeved shirt was a muscular physique.

Years of making and repairing prosthetics, combined with regularly taking muscle-enhancing Nutritional Potions, had given him a rather robust physique.

By now, his Life Energy had already surpassed 20 points, comparable to some at the Fighting Level.

"It’s all packed."

Zhao Yuanqing said with a smile, gesturing to the things in the room. He had already quit his job at the Prosthetic Clinic.

Lu Chao nodded.

He had told him the truth about his appointment in Red Maple Shelter City, and Zhao Yuanqing had ultimately decided to go with him.

A beginner-level Prosthetic Repairer could find a decent job anywhere, to say nothing of the bond between the two of them.

Without realizing it, they had become like brothers, like family.

"As for Li Heng, I’ve already made the arrangements."

Zhao Yuanqing said again, a complex emotion flickering in his eyes.

Lu Chao fell silent for a moment at his words, finally turning to look out the window.

He hadn’t expected that saving Li Heng would lead him to learn the truth about certain past events.

Some of the questions that had puzzled him when he was weaker were now answered.

And now...

Outside, the dense rows of skyscrapers seemed to mark their imminent departure.

Lu Chao’s gaze gradually returned to a state of calm.

"Let’s go."

’Time to go.’

’And time to settle some old scores for good.’

...

「An hour later.」

Thunder Extreme Martial Arts Hall.

A figure in a sky-blue Martial Arts uniform strode into the back courtyard, his expression cold.

The bamboo swayed and water trickled.

Sensing the slight movement, Lei Wanjun, who was sitting cross-legged before a rockery, ended his cultivation and looked up.

"He’s gone?"

"Yes, Master."

Wu Yuntao nodded and reported, "The Jinshi Boxing Hall saw him off. He left on a cargo freighter. According to our intelligence, he’s headed for an appointment in Red Maple Shelter City."

"Who went with him?"

"The two from the Patrol Department haven’t gone with him for the time being. Only one person is accompanying him..."

Oh?

Lei Wanjun’s eyes narrowed. He mulled it over for a moment before giving a slight nod.