It was said that in yesterday's afternoon class, Liu Lei had already injured a commoner student during sparring. Thankfully, the instructor present at the time managed to stop him, before more damage could be done.
The student from a common background needed to rest for one month before he could recover.
The burly teacher admired Ye Qingyu and did not want him to get injured.
"Eh? Teacher Wen, what are you saying?" Liu Lei let out a laugh and said, "The last thirty minutes of a lesson, hasn't the academy always encourage students to spar with each other?"
He said this while looking at Ye Qingyu.
In his glance, there was evident mockery and contempt. Liu Lei laughed, "Haha, what about it? Causing such a big scene at the selection, aren't you very cocky? Why have you now turned into a turtle? Not even daring to accept such an ordinary sparring match, and hiding behind the backs of others…"
Ye Qingyu did not say anything, instead looking at the Liu Ye who was hidden inside the crowd.
Liu Ye was standing behind Liu Lei, his face showing a poisonous and devious smile.
It was an expression that said his plan had worked.
This time, although he was slightly afraid, he did not avoid Ye Qingyu's gaze. On the contrary, he returned the gaze challenging him, soundlessly mouthing something.
But from the shape of the mouth, one could obviously tell that it said six words, "You are definitely going to die!"
Ye Qingyu understood.
This was definitely not a coincidence.
Liu Ye had definitely done something behind the scenes to make the hook-nosed youth cause trouble for himself… That's right, they had the same family name, they should be relatives.
It looks like he was too light last time. This idiot didn't have a good memory!
He wanted to borrow someone else's sword to kill someone?
But I'm afraid your sword is not sharp enough!
After thinking this thought, Ye Qingyu looked at the fist imprint on the steel pillar. He had already calculated the power in that fist.
The lips of Ye Qingyu curled in a smile.
He looked Liu Lei up and down and said with a laugh, "A spar? Fine, but I fear that your body is too thin, it's so similar to a thin gibbon. I'm afraid that you won't be able withstand my strike, and I might accidentally kill you with one punch!"
"What?" Liu Lei was slightly taken aback, then laughed as if he had heard the greatest joke in the world. He said, "You… kill me? Haha, hahahaha…"
Liu Lei, along with several youngsters that he came with all started laughing.
"I'm laughing to death, he said he would be able to injure Senior Brother Liu Lei…."
"Does he even know how many people that Senior Brother Liu Lei has beaten to death before?"
"The retard yesterday also said similar words, and the result? Right now he is still lying on his bed, the doctor saying that he would need a month before he could walk again…"
"Hahaha, arrogant, too arrogant!"
Liu Ye and the others laughed.
"Good, I originally didn't have much of an interest in you, but who would have thought you are so arrogant." Liu Lei laughed like a madman, licking his lips. "A commoner as conceited as you is so rare… If you have the abilities, even if you kill me, I can guarantee that the Liu family will not take any action."
"Since you are looking to die, then come…"
Ye Qingyu slowly walked to an unoccupied area of the practice grounds.
The burly teacher was anxious, wanting to stop this but he saw Ye Qingyu shaking his head.
In Liu Lei's eyes there was a dangerous glare like that of a snake about to swallow its prey. Step by step, he walked till he was ten meters apart from Ye Qingyu.
"I'm about to… start!"
Before the last word, 'start', had already been finished, Liu Lei had already taken action.
His footwork was extremely agile, and in nearly a blink, had close the gap between him and Ye Qingyu, striking his fist out.
The air exploded like thunder.
The air moved violently, currents of wind blowing.
This entire process was as fist as lightning.
The bystanders gasped with unsuppressed shock.
Too quick!
It was so quick that it was impossible to react to.
Ye Qingyu in the instant he was about to be hit, suddenly moved. It seemed like it was just luck or he had calculated the trajectory of the punch, but he avoided the strike by a hair's distance.
"Hehehehe…."
Liu Ye's wrist moved, his punch becoming a claw. There was a faint red glow on the fingertips, as it was a red hot steel claw, relentlessly clawing at Ye Qingyu's shoulder.
This time its was even quicker.
"This is… battle technique!" someone shouted with shock.
"This is not fair. Liu Lei has already learnt how to use techniques while senior brother Qingyu has only begun to train…"
"This is bad, both the [Serpentine stance] and the [Bear stance] are methods to train one's body and not techniques used in battle. They don't have any practical use… Senior Brother Qingyu is in danger!"
Within these exclamations, Ye Qingyu looked as if he was extremely lucky once again, narrowly avoiding Liu Lei's second move.
The face of the burly teacher was also anxious, breathing quickly. When Ye Qingyu could not endure it anymore, he would stop this match no matter what.
Boom!
Liu Lei once against missed his strike, hitting the ground.
The ground slowly cracked, spreading out in a spiderweb pattern on the stone tiles. The center of the stone tiles had already been turned into smithereens. One could imagine, if that strike had landed on a person, what the consequences would be.
Liu Lei evidently was looking to kill!
The group of teenagers were covering their mouths, with those who were afraid covering their eyes.
If this continued on, within ten moves, Ye Qingyu definitely could not avoid any longer.
"Haha, aren't you very cocky? Why are you evading…"
"Little trash, you don't dare to receive one of my moves?"
"Haha, look at you, what is the difference between you and a frightened mouse…"
"Don't run, you're like a dog, so shameful. Quickly let me kill you with one of my punches… Hehehe!"
Liu Lei became more and more crazy.
His footwork became more and more bizarre, his hand constantly changing from a fist to a claw. He was evidently utilizing an impressive battle technique that utilized his entire power with terrifying results. The air around them exploded with the unceasing sound of thunder, and the wind around them was like a stormy sea breeze.
Ye Qingyu's figure also kept changing his position with difficulty.
Every time, he would nearly be hit and be sent flying.
But every time he manages to avoid at the last second, as if he had the most ridiculous luck in the world. He mysteriously avoided these life threatening strikes, managing to survive.
Astonishment slowly began to appear in the burly teacher's eyes.
And those students who had covered their eyes had already opened them again.
"This… It looks like the [Serpentine stance]"
"Senior Brother is using the [Serpentine stance] to evade… how is this possible, can the [Serpentine stance] be used in this way?"
"How can a technique used for basic body training be used in a real battle?"
Gradually, the students began to realize the secret of how Ye Qingyu was able to evade.
They would never have thought that the basic body refining technique, [Serpentine stance], could be used in battle. Ye Qingyu's body was like a snake, incomparably agile and flexible as if he had no bones in his body. He utilized the [Serpentine stance] to its fullest, and the brutal strikes of the battle technique of Liu Lei could not even harm Ye Qingyu in that slightest.
Was this what a genius was?
Even the worst techniques, in his hand, could bloom with such incredible brilliance?
"Time to end this." Ye Qingyu moved his body, using the [Teng Snake in the Fog] stance, appearing four or five meters away. Widening the distance, he said, "You're technique, I have already entirely seen through. There are nine punches and six claws, there is no need to compete anymore. Next, I will defeat you in one strike!"
"Defeat me in one strike? Hahaha, little trash, I will kill you in one strike!"
Not being able to hit his target, Liu Lei was already mad but hearing this made him even more furious.
When had he been treated with such disregard?
Slamming his foot into the ground explosively, Liu Lei was like an eagle catching his prey, as fast as lightning. His left hand was a claw and his right hand was a fist, striking a killing blow against Ye Qingyu.
Using claw and punch at the same time!
It was his strongest technique!
Ye Qingyu did not move from his position, a bright light appearing in his eyes.
As the body was about to land onto him, he ducked rapidly. Liu Lei's claw and fist both impossibly missed and went past him and in that instant, Ye Qingyu's shoulder moved upwards like lightning.
This move, was part of the [Bear stance's] keywords, the 'knock'.
Simple and unpretentious.
But at this instant, Liu Lei was as if he was facing the most frightening technique in the world. Because, he found that he could not avoid this move at all.
An indescribable ability to grasp the opportunity.
Boom!
The Liu Lei who was in midair seemed to stop for an instant, then it was like he was attacked by a battering ram. Letting out a smothered grunt, he flew away.
Gasps of shock could be heard.
Liu Lei staggered about, looking flush. He fiercely bit his lips together, managing to not spurt out blood, his chest heaving…
This strike was like a mountain had fell on him. There was a huge pain in his chest, as if he had broken several ribs. This type of strength and impact was enough to make him feel frightened.
In reality, even Liu Lei did not understand how he was defeated in an instant.
Because he had practiced in both the [Serpentine stance] and [Bear stance], and having mastered it entirely, he had completely disregarded it. But in Ye Qingyu's hand, it became incomparably unfamiliar, even his [Nine Moves of Soul Stealing Talon and Fist] could not withstand it!
At this time, Liu Ye and his friends were all dumbfounded.
They could not believe what had happened in front of their eyes.
Liu Lei was… sent flying?!
He was defeated by such a simple stance in the [Bear stance]?
Was this a joke?
"Haha, hahahaha…" Liu Lei also began laughing, his eyes shining with the dangerous light of a wounded best. "You've actually injured me, actually injured me… This is not over until one of us dies, haha, I will definitely tear you to pieces!"
"Eh?" Ye Qingyu laughed. "Wasn't this just a spar? How did it turn into a fight to the death?"
"Fuck your mother, who's sparring with you? I'm going to beat you to death today…" Liu Lei crazily laughed, tears appearing in his eyes. "I'm going to beat you till you die…"
This person had gone crazy!
"Pretending to be crazy after being injured slighty, his personality is really poor…" Ye Qingyu provocatively waved his finger. "You've really scared me to death, come then, beat me to death!"
"You motherfucker… you scumbag trash, if you dare then don't avoid me!"
Liu Lei could feel that he was being made fun of, swinging his fists with his entire strength.
This fist, after being enraged with anger, was definitely stronger. Sounds of thunder could be heard and one could vaguely make out air currents being warped around the fist. Compared to the fist that dented the steel pillar, this was more terrifying many times over!
This time, Ye Qingyu did not evade.
He stood where he was and swung his fist in a similar fashion.
The next instant, the two punches collided.
"Hahaha, direct confrontation? Fine, I despise retarded rich people like you. I'll let you know with one fist who's a fucking trash!" Within Ye Qingyu's eyes, a gaze similar to that of a violent wild beast also appeared.
Liu Lei's heart, at that instant, suddenly constricted.
The next instant.
Boom!
Blood was everywhere.
The layer of skin on Ye Qingyu's fist suddenly broke apart, exposing the flesh and blood spurted out.
But at the same time, a series of cracking sounds emitted from Liu Lei's arm.
One could see the arm that could warp steel suddenly curving in an unnatural manner, a shard of bone piercing out.
"Ahhh…"
In the hideous scream that followed, Liu Lei was sent flying.
His right arm, in the moment of contact with Ye Qingyu's fist, had no way to bear such a torrent of power. In an instant his bones were broken… There was a sense that his arm was being devastated.
It was a feeling that Liu Lei had never experience previously.
Without saying anything more, Liu Lei spurted out blood, landing on the floor and fainting.
There were sounds of cold inhalations from all directions.
Under the eyes of numerous stunned gazes, Ye Qingyu examined his hand. He could see the bloody right fist and the exposed white knuckles. It was slightly disconcerting.
He lightly breathed out, then attempted to move his fingers, discovering that the bones were not broken.
This kind of injury he had already calculated that he would suffer, and it was within the bounds of acceptance.
It looked like he would have to hurry and quickly finish the six stages of body refining.
His strength was higher than Liu Lei, but because of the fact that his body was still in the process of refinement, he also suffered injuries in the clash.
Ye Qingyu was clear that if he was at the sixth stage of the ordinary martial stage — no, even the fifth stage of the ordinary martial stage, and he had clashed with Liu Lei's punch, something entirely different would have occurred. He would have caused Liu Lei's right arm to burst open entirely, and not just break his bones.
But after experiencing this battle, Ye Qingyu had obtained a clear understanding of his own battle prowess.
Using his brute herculean strength, he could crush those who were at the fifth stage and compete with those on the sixth stage. However, if he encountered those like Qin Wushuang who were already half a step in the Spirit spring stage and could already sense the yuan qi in Heaven and Earth, then there was no way he could oppose them.
It seems like there were even more secrets than expected in his own body.
At the same time.
The surrounding people were dumbfounded.
"I hear he heavily injured a student yesterday? Tut tut, karma has come so quickly!" Ye Qingyu looked at the Liu Lei who had lost consciousness, and pretended to lament over his injuries. "With his injuries, I fear he will have to rest in bed for at least two or three months?"
"You… you… you…" Liu Ye recovered, pointing his finger at Ye Qingyu and stuttered. "You really dare injure senior brother Liu Lei, are you crazy? You…"
Ye Qingyu gave him a glance, and could not help laughing. Step by step, he walked closer.
"Look at you, you're still speaking such malicious words. It looks like the lesson last time was by far not enough!"
This type of smile, in the eyes of Liu Ye, was even more frightening than a devil.
He gave out a shrill shriek. "You… What are you going to do, don't come near, you…"
"I've come to spar with you," Ye Qingyu said with a righteous laugh. "The reason you've come here, wasn't it to spar with me?"
"I … No…" Liu Ye realized what was about to happen, terror evident on his face. He was about to turn and run.
"You only remembered to run now? It's too late!"
Ye Qingyu would not be soft-hearted. He moved, utilizing the footwork that Liu Lei had just used, and in an instant appeared behind Liu Ye. His hand took the form of a claw, latching on to Liu Ye's shoulder.
"Aaaaahh…" Liu Ye began squealing like a pig, feeling a pain like his body was being cut to shreds. He turned his head, about to speak…
Ye Qingyu directly gave him a slap.
Liu Ye landed on the ground with a thud.
Accompanied by the gasps of the bystanders, golden stars appeared in Liu Ye's eyes. His ears ringing, his vision went black and he directly fainted.
"Eh? He fainted? But I only beat him lightly… Er, no, that's not right, I meant I only sparred with him lightly!" Ye Qingyu threw away Liu Ye, then gave the other teenagers who had come with Liu Lei a glance. He laughed, "I'm sorry I've neglected you guys, who else wants to spar with me?"
The five other teenagers gave each other a stunned glance.
They knew that this time Liu Lei had kicked a steel board. Thinking back to Ye Qingyu's brutal actions previously, their legs began cramping. They could feel a chill travelling from their spine into their brains, as if their souls were about to depart.
"No, no, no, how could we be your opponents!"
"We only came by coincidence, and just came here for a look and not a spar…"
"This… you guys are busy so we won't disturb you any longer…"
They smiled lightly, without any shred of fighting spirit. They ran off like dogs with their tails between their legs. After running for a few steps, they thought of something and ran back carrying the Liu Lei and Liu Ye who were both passed out. In the blink of an eye, they disappeared into the distance.
Birds of a feather really flock together!
Those who followed Liu Ye, naturally wouldn't be any decent people.
"Yes! Victory!"
"We've vented our anger!"
"Senior Brother Qingyu, how did you manage to produce that kind of punch? It was really too cool!"
"I have some medicine for wounds here, Senior Brother Qingyu quickly come bandage your injuries!"
The other teenagers began cheering, faces filled with excitement and triumph surrounding Ye Qingyu. They chattered incessantly, admiration and worship in their gazes when they looked upon Ye Qingyu.
The burly teacher also let out a sigh of relief.
"Okay, today's lesson will end here. If you have any questions, you can ask them in the lesson." The burly teacher clapped his hands, announcing the end of the lesson. He then pointed at Ye Qingyu, saying, "You little brat, follow me!" ...
After a short time.
In the secluded lakeside pavilion.
"You were a bit too heavy-handed. The influence of the Liu family is not small, it's not a good idea to aggravate them." The burly teacher stood with both of his hands behind his back, gazing at the sparkling distance.
Ye Qingyu stood beside him.
"What about it? It was he who forced me. That guy is a crazy dog, he wanted to have a battle to the death with me," Ye Qingyu said with a aggrieved tone. "Do you want me to stand there and be beaten to death by him?"
The burly teacher was speechless for a moment.
"These years, White Deer Academy is decaying from the inside through these noble and wealthy families. Liu Lei only entered the academy for a few days and he is already so cocky, he does deserve to be taught a lesson." The burly teacher sighed a little, then said, "However, the one who should teach him a lesson is not you. You don't have any forces backing you up, and you are different from Liu Lei and Liu Ye. They are truly members of the wealthy; they will not let this go so easily!"
Ye Qingyu did not say anything.
After ten breaths, the burly teacher seemed to have thought of something. He said, "From the start, you've already judged that Liu Lei was not a match for you, isn't that right? The strange strength in your body… then why did you fight in such a prolonged fashion with him?"
"Oh, it's been quite a while since I've had a fight, so I've been itching for one," Ye Qingyu said with a straight face.
"You…" The burly teacher gave him a glare and then said angrily, "You have to be a little more careful, you really think I can't see through you? You're trying to steal his techniques right?"
Ye Qingyu laughed. "Don't describe it so badly. I only thought the madman's fist and claw technique were pretty interesting and wanted to try and use it for myself. I let him use it as he pleases and only observed for a bit and did my best to imitate him, hehe!"
"Although the [Nine Moves of Soul Stealing Fist and Talon] is not any special high level technique, but within the rankings of ordinary battle techniques, it can be counted as above average. Liu Lei only demonstrated the moves twice, you not only remembered it entirely but also used the most basic [Bear stance] to break his technique…" The burly teacher sighed again. "Previously I did not believe that there could be such a genius that exists in this world!"
"Hehe, don't praise me so much, I'll become proud." Ye Qingyu's laugh was like a weasel that had managed to steal a chicken.
"Smooth talking little kid." The burly teacher gave a small reprimand then asked, "The [Nine Moves of Soul Stealing Fist and Talon], how much did you understand?"
"Not bad I guess, around seventy to eighty percent," Ye Qingyu casually said.
"Oh, then that means you've completely grasped it." The burly teacher nodded his head saying, "You have to remember, this type of techniques most important point and essence is these words 'Advance courageously, without returning'."
Ye Qingyu had a blank stare for a moment, then realized that the burly teacher was giving him advice. He cupped his hands in thanks saying, "Thank you, teacher Wen."
Previously when Liu Lei had challenged him, he had said that this teacher was named Wen.
The burly teacher nodded his head, "You little brat, look after yourself. Apart from the Liu family, there are still many people targeting you. Who asked for your family name to be Ye… if you really encounter trouble you cannot handle, then you can come find me. I'm called Wen Wan."
Before he had finished speaking.
The burly teacher took a step on the shining waters of the lake. In the blink of eye, he was several hundred meters away.
"In the battle to defend the city, I was fighting side by side with your parents."
The voice of the burly teacher came from far away.
His entire figure finally disappeared.
"Uh, why do you teachers always have to appear and disappear in such a dramatic fashion? Can't you just walk normally? Don't tell me that experts must be cool?" Ye Qingyu looked at the lakeside pavilion.
He originally wanted to ask why did the burly teacher treat him so well.
But it looks like there was no need to ask anymore.
Exactly what happened in the battle to safeguard the city? Perhaps the burly teacher Wen Wan would know. But Ye Qingyu would not ask him right now because he knew, that with his present strength, he was still not qualified to know.
...
The several days after this, Ye Qingyu rarely attended the theoretical lessons. Instead, he devoted his entire time and energy to practice with Wen Wan, training in the [Eight Divine Stances] and refining his body.
He had already reached the grandmaster level in the [Bear stance], breaking firmly past the second muscle stage.
The impurities and old injuries in his body were entirely gone. The strength of his muscles had improved several times over, making Ye Qingyu better able to control his herculean strength.
Of course, for Ye Qingyu, this was by far not enough.
*Chinese idiom, means made a mistake.
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