Chapter 136: Chapter 135: Impact
After a hushed exchange, Shi Huai’an and Fan Shiyan’s expressions turned grave. Without lingering, they quickly left the Martial Arts Arena, their destination unknown.
The other renowned martial arts experts also began to depart.
Zhang Hongyun stood amidst the crowd, still replaying the recent match in his mind.
’Wu Yin, the heir to the Western Border Gu Martial Arts, had already mastered three of the Five Qi in the Cultivation Method of Five Qi Tongxuan. In terms of sheer physical ability, not even "Hundred Rivers" Hong Yukun, who had once hunted him, could compare. However, Hong Yukun was now a veteran expert whose martial arts experience and fighting style were beyond anything Wu Yin could match. Taking everything into account, Wu Yin’s overall strength was probably still a notch below Hong Yukun’s.’
’Even so, my chances of winning against Wu Yin right now would be slim. Yet Zhao Xuanqi actually fought and defeated him. This means my junior brother’s current strength is even greater than my own.’
"After this match, this Zhao Xuanqi has truly made a name for himself in the Jinmen Martial Arts Realm. His strength puts him in the top tier. After all, the strength of the Western Border Wu Family alone qualifies them for that top tier. What an incredible figure... I hear he’s with the Zhen Nan Chamber of Commerce? The Zhen Nan Chamber of Commerce really struck gold this time."
Zhou Quansheng, standing beside Zhang Hongyun, remarked with some emotion.
"Zhen Nan Chamber of Commerce? Zhou, please do me a favor and look into this Zhao Xuanqi’s background."
Zhang Hongyun said quietly to Zhou Quansheng.
"What are you planning to do?"
Zhou Quansheng asked, looking at Zhang Hongyun with some surprise.
"It’s nothing. I’m just interested in getting to know and befriend a person of his caliber."
Zhang Hongyun said.
"You have a point. Befriending more people like him would be a good asset for the future. Leave this matter to me."
Zhou Quansheng nodded and said, having no suspicions. He assumed Zhang Hongyun was doing this as part of his preparations to restore the Su Family.
Meanwhile, within the crowd of spectators, two men of average build, dressed like ordinary citizens, left the Martial Arts Arena with the flow of people.
"I didn’t expect this. An unforeseen gain today. We originally just wanted to gather intel on the strength of the Western Border Wu Family’s successor, but we ended up discovering another unexpected expert. Zhao Xuanqi. His strength is enough to qualify him for the list. Moreover, the Fist Technique he uses seems rather peculiar. It’s different from all the top-tier Secret Transmissions of the Divine Land currently on record. Judging by his Beast Form Fist, it might even be superior to the Secret Transmissions of the Four Saints Sect."
One of the men, who had a portly build, spoke in a low voice. The words that came out were not the language of the Divine Land, but surprisingly, the Neon tongue.
In Jinmen, the Six Nations each had their own concessions, and foreigners came and went frequently. Thus, it was common for foreigners to come and watch the matches at the Jinmen Martial Arts Arena.
"The Divine Land is truly vast and resourceful. The Empire has been secretly investigating the Divine Land’s Martial Dao for nearly thirty years, and now an unknown, powerful Fist Technique and expert have emerged. It’s truly incredible."
The other man, who sported a mustache, also spoke with some emotion. Even though their stances were different, he had to admit that the fight just now was exceptionally brilliant.
"Indeed. This is a magical and mysterious land. Who knows how many secrets are buried in its long history. However, all of this glory will eventually be inherited by the Empire."
The portly man said in a deep voice.
"Of course. Long live the Empire."
The mustached man said with a solemn expression.
"Long live the Empire."
The portly man also whispered at the same time.
After the match, the reveal of Zhao Xuanqi’s true strength and the Profound Technique of his Hundred Beasts Fist stirred up a hidden undercurrent.
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Accompanied by Ge Chuanming, Zhao Xuanqi walked into the backstage area of the Martial Arts Arena.
A figure was already waiting there in the backstage rest area.
It was Yang Zhongliang, his contact from the National Salvation Association.
"Mr. Zhao, please come with me."
Yang Zhongliang said immediately upon seeing Zhao Xuanqi, his expression grave.
Originally, after learning that Zhao Xuanqi had accepted Wu Yin’s challenge, Yang Zhongliang had already made the necessary preparations.
After all, a battle of this level not only made injury likely, but also risked fully exposing Zhao Xuanqi’s true strength, which would create considerable risk.
But Zhao Xuanqi’s performance tonight had completely exceeded Yang Zhongliang’s expectations. He had actually managed to defeat Wu Yin. Yet, precisely because of this, countless eyes would now be focused on Zhao Xuanqi. His files and intelligence would inevitably circulate among the major powers, and there would be no shortage of people interested in him.
What’s more, he was now severely injured and his strength greatly diminished. It could be said he was at his most vulnerable. If they didn’t make arrangements for his protection, a dangerous incident could very well occur tonight.
Zhao Xuanqi nodded upon hearing this and followed behind Yang Zhongliang, quickly leaving the Martial Arts Arena. As for the subsequent procedures and match earnings, Ge Chuanming was left behind to handle them.
Under Yang Zhongliang’s arrangements, Zhao Xuanqi was taken to a safe house in the Gaul Federation’s concession. He would wait there until his injuries improved and the external situation became clearer before appearing in public again.
Inside the safe house, Yang Zhongliang had someone secretly transport all the Medicinal Materials and belongings from Zhao Xuanqi’s residence.
Zhao Xuanqi sat cross-legged inside the room. His broken arms had already been set, but in truth, they were the least of his injuries.
At this moment, he felt intense pain all over his body. Countless muscle fibers and fascia had been torn. Every slight movement brought excruciating pain, and his internal organs felt as if they had been turned upside down, an utterly unbearable sensation.
’This was the most severe injury he had sustained since his rebirth. The damage to his body from repeatedly stacking and unleashing Secret Techniques was simply too immense.’
He assessed his current injuries, his brow deeply furrowed.
’At a normal rate, even with his current physical foundation, his digestive talent, and a large supply of Secret Medicine and Wound Medicine, it would still take at least half a month for his body to fully recover.’
’The physical damage was secondary; the real trouble was the damage to his internal organs.’
His gaze fell upon a Jade Bottle to the side. It contained the Golden Willow Jade Liquid, of which he had only used a single drop last time.
’This stuff could not only treat external injuries but also accelerate the healing of internal ones. The only question was how effective it would be.’
Zhao Xuanqi picked up the Jade Bottle, opened it, and directly poured half of the Jade Liquid into his mouth, beginning to heal his injuries.
’The price he paid this time was not small, but the rewards were equally great. Spurred on by Wu Yin, a part of his core consciousness broke through the haze of his body’s instincts and revealed a portion of its true form. This had greatly enhanced his control over his body—it could even be called a qualitative leap. This was an unexpected and pleasant surprise.’
’Achieving Internal Organs Resonating was now a matter of course for him. As for the limits of his improved bodily control, he would only know after his body had fully recovered.’
And as he was recovering from his injuries, the repercussions of this battle were continuing to spread.
