Chapter 144: Rule Two
"Prepare to be swallowed whole!" Chen shouted, overriding the sound of the swirling vortex encircling him.
Arthur could feel the pressure of the wind and the raw force of the technique aiming to consume him. Yet remained unmoved.
The dragon then charged toward him. He stood his ground, his expression inscrutable, his eyes locked onto the approaching technique. In that intense moment of connection, the dragon lunged, enveloping him whole!
Inside the swirling winds, he could hear the roar of the dragon. Chen, knowing he had succeeded, felt victorious. "That's it—I've got you!" he exclaimed, feeling triumphant.
The force of the tornado increased, razor-sharp winds slicing through everything within. As the dust settled, Chen felt a curious stillness. The winds around him died down momentarily, but all he could focus on was the victory he believed was at hand.
When he landed, he turned to the announcer, waiting for the confirmation of his win.
"Call the match! He's down!"
Yet to his surprise, the announcer's face was filled with anxiety; his voice caught in his throat. The crowd murmured, as it seemed the match was still hanging.
"What's the matter?" he barked in confusion, glancing back at the announcer. "Call it already! He's down."
But just as he was about to demand again, he felt an immense force grip his entire face. He gasped, caught completely off guard.
'Chakra-enhanced strength...'