Back then, Xiaofan first encountered Ren Zhongtian in the fir woods.
He couldn't possibly imagine that human speed could reach such a level. In just an instant, Ren Zhongtian could effortlessly rescue a special forces soldier. It also highlighted the power of the Five Ghosts at that time.
Now, Xiaofan has already begun to touch the threshold of that speed.
The thirty years of power Xiaofan has is different from the thirty years of power Ren Ling acquired. Why is it different? Clearly, the power Ren Ling possesses has been cultivated from childhood, stored until adulthood, and then exploded at once. Meanwhile, the thirty years of power Xiaofan gained was painstakingly practiced step by step, following Ren Zhongtian.
Thirty years is just a concept of time, but for both, the quality is completely different.
The essence of the Inner Strength in Xiaofan's body is unmatched. For instance, when facing the Patriarch of the Wu Family, Xiaofan feels no pressure at all. He can suppress him without using any techniques.
Everyone watched the martial competition scene in astonishment, unable to fathom that the once invincible Wu Family Patriarch was being overwhelmed by a teenage boy.
Xiaofan's attacks were very straightforward, a change in footwork was a move, a tap with the tip of the toe was another move.
What good were the Wu Family's Iron Sand Palms? What good was the imposing Triple Strength? In the face of speed, Wu Da couldn't unleash his true power. He was just a punching bag.
He didn't even need the Ghost Shadow Step; his monstrous speed was enough to prove everything.
Xiaofan really understood. If Ren Zhongtian's strength was at its peak back then, the Five Ghosts would only be able to take hits. Coordinated attacks were just nonsense. It's a pity, people inevitably age. Even martial arts geniuses can't escape the ravages of time.
'Whoosh.'
'Whoosh.'
"Hmm? Ghost Shadow Step? Didn't you just say you can't use martial arts from other families to fight?" Xiaofan asked in confusion upon seeing the opponent's footwork.
Evidently, Wu Da felt helpless and could only use the Ren Family's unique footwork.
"Of course, this is our Wu Family's martial arts. Back then, Mr. Ren personally guided us. Our four families were originally one, there's no division between us afterward. Besides, the genuine Ghost Shadow Step requires the Celestial Burning Technique from the Ren Family to execute it, which we don't have. So, this Ghost Shadow Step is not uniquely Ren Family's martial arts footwork."
The grandiose and righteous excuse was said with such confidence. Wu Da truly had thick skin.
"Oh, creating your own counts, huh. I get it." With those words, Xiaofan suddenly stopped, ceasing his attacks.
Seizing the opportunity, Wu Da immediately launched an assault on Xiaofan.
'Whoosh whoosh.'
Two toothpicks suddenly flashed, abruptly blocking Wu Da's path.
"You said that creating one's own moves counts." With that, Xiaofan suddenly dashed over again, the toothpicks continuously shooting towards Wu Da.
Being able to strike with toothpicks that weighed almost nothing with such powerful force frightened Wu Da into retreating.
Xiaofan pursued relentlessly, seeing that he was about to catch up.
"Triple Strength."
"Triple Strength. Iron Sand Palm."
"What?"
'Boom.'
The two exchanged palms, causing Wu Da to stagger back several steps.
"When did you secretly learn our Wu Family's Triple Strength?" Wu Da asked in shock, staring at Xiaofan.
"Secretly learn? Hey, hey, I used the Celestial Burning Technique to drive the Triple Strength, how could that be considered stealing? Earlier, you mentioned that the four families don't distinguish between each other, right? You're allowed to use Ghost Shadow Step, but I'm not allowed to use Triple Strength?" Xiaofan immediately retorted.
"This... You..." Wu Da was again tongue-tied, watching Xiaofan helplessly. He suddenly realized that he had absolutely no way to handle the opponent; he couldn't believe he was not the match.
"This kid's at it again, learning the opponent's moves just by watching once. Mr. Ren used to be like that, and now Xiaofan is too. I truly don't know how they do it." Cyan Dragon looked at Xiaofan, who was again in berserk mode, and sighed admiringly.
"Huaxia martial arts are driven by Qi to operate techniques, and the Qi concentrated in everyone is consistent. I asked Chongtian before, his ability to learn the opponent's moves after observing them once was entirely due to the simplicity of the moves and his understanding of muscle and acupoint meridians. Don't forget, Xiaofan's grandfather is Ye Aotian. Among those familiar with tendons and acupoints, Chongtian might not know better than Ye Aotian. Chongtian may have consulted Ye Aotian on this matter back then." Old Mrs. Ren slowly revealed the truth.
"Ye Aotian's strength doesn't seem particularly strong though. Never heard of him accomplishing any astounding feats or undertaking special tasks." Cyan Dragon asked again.
"Ye Aotian was not obsessed with martial arts. His strength back then might not have been equal to Wu Da on the martial stage, but his medical skills were unmatched. Especially in task scenarios, the number of people he saved in combat was beyond counting. That's how the name of the Three Great Heavenly Kings came to be. If people admire Chongtian, then they're grateful to Ye Aotian. Now, with Ye Xiaofan holding the qualities of both, his future achievements are unimaginable." Old Mrs. Ren might have profited too, but Xiaofan might seek women like Shen Zuimo. He's already accepted his role as the Ren Family's grandson-in-law. So, Ren Family's revival is anticipated.
"Quadruple Force."
"Oh, impressive. You can still keep increasing." Xiaofan quickly withdrew his speed, using the Continuous Evasion Technique to block this terrifying strike.
The strike hit Xiaofan with the soft sensation like cotton, making Wu Da realize his Palm Force had been deflected. This feeling was identical to battling Ren Zhongtian back then.
Then, the opponent needed merely a light palm to send himself flying.
'Boom.'
Indeed, once the power of the Quadruple Force was completely deflected, Xiaofan immediately struck.
Wu Da stumbled back several steps before he could stand upright.
"I concede." He realized that the opponent showed mercy in that palm earlier. Continuing to fight would only further disgrace the Wu Family.
"Thank you for letting me win." Xiaofan bowed and said: "Finished fighting?"
"Xiaofan, come back, you've already won." Old Mrs. Ren happily called out to Xiaofan.
In face of absolute strength, the opponent didn't have the slightest chance. However, Xiaofan didn't seem to exert any effort, even the sweat from earlier was completely dried, which meant that the confrontation wasn't any harder than running over.
"By the way, where's your car parked?" asked Ren Ying curiously.
"Oh, the third ring, on the Pinghai Overpass." Xiaofan answered honestly.
"Pinghai Overpass? Six kilometers away at Pinghai Overpass?" My god, how hard did this kid run?
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