Chapter 479: Breaking Through
"Die!"
Night Blade sneered grimly, then thrust a palm at Lin Feng's head. The Palm Seal was like a flash of lightning, creating a sharp, piercing whistle as it cut through the air.
"Pathetic tricks."
A smirk touched the corner of Lin Feng's mouth. He grabbed Night Blade's wrist and, with a reverse twist, torqued it back!
With that one precise application of force, Lin Feng diverted Night Blade's powerful close-quarters killing move.
SWISH!
Night Blade's figure shifted, and he chopped a hand toward Lin Feng's neck.
But Lin Feng was faster. He threw a punch that landed squarely on Night Blade's midsection, sending him flying sideways. Night Blade sailed two or three meters through the air before he managed to steady himself.
Clutching his aching abdomen, Night Blade trembled all over. His face was slightly pale, his eyes filled with gravity.
He never imagined that in close combat—his own specialty—he would not only fail to gain any advantage after just a few moves, but would even get caught by one of Lin Feng's counter-attacks!
"How in the world did you cultivate? Your power is clearly only at Late-stage Innate Great Perfection, so why are you so strong?!"
Night Blade was shaken and uncertain, his mind filled with doubt.
He couldn't see through Lin Feng at all, unable to gauge his true combat strength.
'I'm a true Half-Step Grandmaster, a powerhouse forged in countless battles!'
'How could I be suppressed by an Innate Martial Artist who's only in his twenties?'
Lin Feng wasn't in perfect condition either. He shook out his arms, which had gone numb. Though he had suppressed Night Blade, Night Blade was indeed a genuine Half-Step Grandmaster. The quality of his physical body was vastly superior to the previous Innate Martial Artists Lin Feng had faced.
After all, only after reaching the Innate realm could one's physical strength be considered that of a true Innate Martial Artist, unlike the specious realms of ordinary Martial Artists.
"No need to guess. You're about to die."
Lin Feng gave a cold smile, and his figure shot forward again. He aimed an elbow strike at Night Blade's ribs!
"Impossible! How can you keep up with me?!"
Night Blade's pupils contracted violently. He simply couldn't understand how Lin Feng was able to match his speed!
'Logically, I should be the one dominating this fight!'
"Nothing's impossible. You're just stupid!"
Lin Feng laughed heartily. He planted his feet firmly on the ground, then bent his knees slightly. His body shot out like a cheetah, rushing toward Night Blade at extreme speed.
BANG!
Lin Feng's fists smashed into Night Blade's forearms, creating a deafening roar. Night Blade felt an irresistible force crash into him, tearing open the webbing of his thumbs and splattering blood.
But he didn't retreat. Instead, a cold glint flashed in his eyes.
"Kid, don't think this is all I've got!"
Night Blade roared. He puffed out his chest as an incredibly ferocious aura surged through his body.
His aura climbed higher and higher, as if it were endless!
Lin Feng's brow twitched. He clenched his fists, the blood and qi in his body surging as his own aura grew even stronger!
BOOM!
Lin Feng punched out with both fists, viciously smashing them into Night Blade's arms. A dull, explosive crack echoed out as Night Blade's arms were completely twisted out of shape.
Night Blade's body was sent flying backward, while Lin Feng was also pushed back several steps by the immense force.
Thump, thump, thump.
Night Blade stumbled back. He looked down at his ruined left arm, and turbulent waves crashed through his mind.
'Lin Feng's strength is just too immense! It's far more terrifying than my own!'
Night Blade's expression flickered between pale and grim. After a moment, he took a deep breath, and an icy chill surfaced in his eyes.
'Looks like I have no choice but to go all out!'
Black and red flames began to emanate from the surface of his body. He looked up at Lin Feng and grinned, revealing bone-white teeth and a row of pale gums.
"You've angered me, kid."
Night Blade gave a disdainful smile. His figure suddenly blurred into an afterimage and shot forward, his palm swinging viciously toward Lin Feng's face!
Night Blade's palm was jet-black and ice-cold, striking like a viper's tongue—strange and malevolent.
"Heh, trash like you dares to talk about killing me?"
Lin Feng shook his head and sneered, then dodged Night Blade's slap with a quick sidestep.
"Hmm?!"
Night Blade's expression shifted slightly. His body suddenly vanished, reappearing behind Lin Feng like a phantom!
SHINK!
He thrust out a clawed hand, aiming for Lin Feng's spine. He clearly intended to snap it and cripple him completely!
'So fast!'
Lin Feng's eyes narrowed. He hastily rolled away, barely avoiding Night Blade's vicious strike.
SWISH!
However, just as he evaded the attack, Night Blade appeared at his side again, launching another sneak attack. This was starting to give Lin Feng a headache!
"Heheh, die!"
Night Blade grinned ferociously. His palm began to glow with a faint green light as he struck at Lin Feng's back once more!
"You're courting death!"
Killing intent filled Lin Feng's eyes. He stomped his foot, his entire body shooting forward like an arrow released from a bow. He whipped a roundhouse kick straight at Night Blade's head.
"Pathetic tricks!"
A mocking sneer crossed Night Blade's lips. He threw a punch, smashing it viciously into Lin Feng's kick!
With a sharp CLANG, a searing pain shot through Lin Feng. His leg was nearly shattered by the blow, and the impact sent him staggering backward uncontrollably!
"Heh, so you're not all that after all!"
Night Blade sneered and threw another punch at Lin Feng, who quickly dodged.
BAM!
Lin Feng was hit again. He was knocked to the ground, veins bulging on his cheeks.
"Haha, weren't you so arrogant? Weren't you so cocky? What, you've lost your nerve now?"
Night Blade sneered. Only now did he feel like he was truly the one with the higher realm!
'Wait, he seems fine...'
Just then, Night Blade suddenly realized that his "fatal" blow hadn't actually caused Lin Feng any real damage!
His Fist Force had struck Lin Feng's skin, but aside from causing a bit of pain, it had no other effect!
But at that moment, Lin Feng stood up. He stretched his arms and legs, then began to slowly advance on Night Blade.
"Not bad. As expected of someone with a joint bounty from those three, who they even want captured alive. You actually withstood one of my attacks."
Night Blade praised him, but his tone was still thick with sarcasm.
"But do you think I'm afraid of you? Today, I'm going to cripple you, make you kneel and beg for mercy, and teach you the price of offending me, Night Blade!"
"If that's the case, then you can taste my wrath!"
"ROAR!"
Lin Feng roared at the sky. His muscles bulged slightly as Inner Strength surged through them, and his aura became incredibly violent!
"Hmm?"