freenovelworld Chapter 366 Duel
Chapter 366 Duel
The two exchanged no unnecessary words; the moment their eyes met, the battle erupted. Liu Yan launched the first attack. He had always focused on developing his abilities, maintaining excellent physical fitness and possessing immense confidence in his own abilities. With lightning speed, he rushed towards Nangong Jingming, his punches and kicks whirring with the sound of the wind, each move imbued with immense power.
However, his opponent this time was Nangong Jingming. Nangong Jingming had not only mastered the basics of cultivation but had now reached the second level of the primary realm, his strength far surpassing what it once was. Facing Liu Yan's attacks, Nangong Jingming calmly responded, deftly avoiding his sharp attacks. Initially, Nangong Jingming intentionally yielded ten moves, carefully observing Liu Yan's attack patterns and strength, quickly gaining a firm grasp on his opponent's abilities.
After ten moves, Nangong Jingming wasted no more time. He seized the opportunity, crouched slightly, and then, with a sudden burst of force, rushed towards Liu Yan like a bolt of black lightning. Then, he raised his palm high, gathering all his strength and striking out with a single blow. This palm was packed with such powerful force that a dull roar seemed to echo through the air.
Liu Yan was unable to dodge and was hit hard by the palm. He flew out like a kite with a broken string and fell heavily to the ground. The dust that rose up instantly submerged his figure.
"You lost!" Nangong Jingming stepped lightly and instantly came in front of Liu Yan, looking down at him condescendingly, his tone calm but unquestionable.
"You, I lost!" Liu Yan slowly stood up and dusted himself off. Although he lost, his eyes didn't show too much frustration, but rather a hint of admiration. He knew that Nangong Jingming was far more powerful than him.
"This is my ID card!" Liu Yan took out her ID card and handed it to Nangong Jingming without hesitation. According to the rules, as long as Nangong Jingming pressed the button on the ID card, he would be eliminated.
"There's no killing intent in your eyes, only a desire to fight. You're here to fight me, aren't you?" Nangong Jingming took the ID card, but didn't press the button immediately. Instead, he looked at Liu Yan with a sharp gaze and said affirmatively. He keenly sensed Liu Yan's intentions: not simply to seize the crystal core, but to desire a hearty battle.
"Yes, so let my team members go!" Liu Yan said sincerely, her eyes revealing her concern for her team members.
"Captain!" His teammates shouted anxiously, their eyes full of worry and reluctance.
Nangong Jingming observed the deep bond between them and realized that this team wasn't the type of villains who would resort to any means necessary to obtain a crystal core. After a moment's reflection, he decided not to pursue the matter further.
"You guys can go now, but since you did lose, give me half of your crystal core." Nangong Jingming looked at Liu Yan and said firmly. He wasn't being unreasonable; he was just following the rules. This was the fruit of his victory.
"Are you sure?" Liu Yan's eyes widened in disbelief. He had never imagined Nangong Jingming would only want half a crystal core. After all, he had quite a few crystal cores, and in this assessment, they were extremely important, representing points and crucial to the final result. He looked at Nangong Jingming with a puzzled look, as if trying to detect a hint of joking in his expression.
"Yes, sure." Nangong Jingming's expression was calm and his tone was firm, without the slightest hesitation. His eyes were clear and firm, leaving no room for doubt.
"Thank you." Liu Yan stared at Nangong Jingming. Once he was certain he was being sincere, a complex wave of emotions welled up within him. On the one hand, he felt fortunate to have managed to keep half his crystal core; this meant he still had a chance to achieve a good score in the assessment and continue pursuing his dream of joining the First Legion. On the other hand, he was filled with gratitude for Nangong Jingming's generosity and tolerance. He bowed his head slightly and solemnly expressed his gratitude to Nangong Jingming, his tone brimming with sincerity.
"You're welcome. Your physique is excellent, but your moves are excessively redundant. Many areas shouldn't be overly aggressive." Nangong Jingming nodded slightly, his gaze fixed on Liu Yan, as if examining a meticulously crafted yet flawed work of art. He frowned slightly, then spoke again, his tone laced with earnest admonition. During the previous battle, he had keenly noticed that Liu Yan's physique was excellent and she possessed great potential, but her technique had several problems. She over-emphasized the use of grand, sweeping movements, neglecting practicality and efficiency.
"Thank you. Captain Nangong, can we work together?" Liu Yan felt a spark of hope after hearing Nangong Jingming's words. He realized that this man was not only powerful but also willing to share his experience. This was a rare learning opportunity. With a glint of anticipation in his eyes, he asked eagerly, his tone tinged with flattery and desire.
"No!" Nangong Jingming rejected Liu Yan's proposal without a second thought. His voice was terse and crisp, leaving no room for negotiation. He believed that if he brought Liu Yan and the others along, he would have to share half of the spoils with them if they encountered Zerg. He was confident in his own team's abilities; they were perfectly capable of handling any Zerg species on their own. Why would they give up half of their gains for no good reason? He shook his head slightly, thinking to himself that agreeing to this deal would be a huge waste of money.
"Uh, well, if we work together, we can handle more Zerg and other challenges from other teams." Liu Yan was caught off guard by Nangong Jingming's blunt refusal, and for a moment, he froze in his tracks. After a while, he came to his senses and spoke hastily, trying to convince Nangong Jingming again. His eyes were filled with anxiety, and as he spoke, he unconsciously gestured, trying to convince Nangong Jingming of the benefits of cooperation.
"Then if we encounter the Zerg, don't split up and go. We can handle it on our own. We don't need your help. It's better for us to go our separate ways." Nangong Jingming frowned slightly, a hint of impatience in his tone. He looked at Liu Yan with a firm gaze, reaffirming his stance. In his mind, the team's tacit understanding and strength were forged through countless battles. He believed his team members could handle any challenge without anyone else's help.
"Captain Nangong, there are only five days left until tomorrow. Many people have already formed teams. Most of the people we'll meet later will be challenging us this way. If we work together, we can intimidate more teams." Liu Yan didn't give up. He knew the importance of cooperation, especially in the final stages of the assessment. He took a slight step forward and spoke seriously, trying to make Nangong Jingming realize the urgency of the situation.