Chapter 255: Squeeze
"BANG!"
The slim youth didn't have time to react before a heavy blow slammed into his shoulder, sending him flying.
"CRACK."
"Ahhh…"
The crisp sound of bone snapping and a piercing scream rang out simultaneously. His entire right arm hung limply, clearly mangled. Pain beaded his forehead with sweat.
He no longer dared to be careless. With a flicker of his body, he dodged Lin Feng's next attack and lunged at him once more.
The slim youth was incredibly fast, leaving a trail of afterimages as he moved. In the blink of an eye, he was upon Lin Feng.
"BANG!"
Lin Feng threw a continuous flurry of punches, his fists hammering down on the slim youth like rain.
The slim youth, however, calmly parried the blows. Their fight was exceptionally fierce, and for a moment, neither could gain an advantage, locking them in a stalemate.
'This kid is unbelievably strong. No wonder Old Ghost sent me to kill him. I can't let someone like him live, or he'll become a major threat down the line.'
The slim youth mused to himself. He grew bolder as the fight went on. After sending Lin Feng flying with a vicious spinning kick, he pressed forward again, intent on striking while the iron was hot to finish Lin Feng off.
"BOOM!"
Their bodies slammed into each other. The powerful impact drove their feet deep into the earth, sending dirt and sand flying.
The two were locked in a tight grapple, tearing at one another. Their hands were clasped, and they used every ounce of their strength to crush each other.
Lin Feng's legs clamped firmly around the slim youth's waist, their bodies pressed flush against each other.
"CRACK!"
Lin Feng kicked off the ground, using the rebound to launch himself into the air. He locked his legs around the slim youth's head and slammed a fist into his temple.
"Ah!"
The slim youth cried out as his body was sent flying.
His head was ringing, and his vision blurred. He could barely make out his surroundings.
"Damn it, kid, you're courting death!"
But his reaction was incredibly fast. He rolled in mid-air to absorb the force, then flicked his wrist, throwing a hidden weapon.
The needle shot out with extreme speed, arriving at Lin Feng's chest in an instant.
"TING!"
Lin Feng twisted his body in an unnatural way, dodging the silver needle. Then, his legs tensed, and he sprang forward like a cheetah, landing heavily on the slim youth's back.
"BAM!"
The immense force slammed the slim youth's back into the ground.
Lin Feng's strength was terrifying. The youth was slammed flat on the ground by the force, unable to get up for some time.
The slim youth roared in fury, "Bastard, die!"
With that, he threw a vicious punch at Lin Feng. His fist seemed to glow, radiating a terrifying aura.
But why would Lin Feng fear such a threat? He clenched his fist and charged straight into the attack.
"BANG!"
The dull thud of their collision echoed through the night as a powerful shockwave of energy erupted.
Lin Feng and the slim youth each staggered back a few steps, both staring at the other with grave expressions.
"Hahh."
Lin Feng gasped for breath, a tightness constricting his chest.
The slim youth's face was dark as he glared at Lin Feng. His fist trembled uncontrollably, a clear sign of his own discomfort. He cursed under his breath.
"Good one, kid. I'm going to eat you alive tonight!"
With that, he suddenly kicked out at Lin Feng.
Lin Feng snorted and threw a punch, meeting the youth's leg head-on.
"CRACK!"
Lin Feng felt a jolt run through his arm, which went instantly numb. He looked down in shock to see his arm trembling slightly. His wrist was red and swollen, his muscles tingling from the impact.
"RRRIP!"
The slim youth seized the moment of Lin Feng's distraction to rip his shirt off, revealing a firm, muscular torso. Lin Feng's body was covered in gruesome scars—innumerable wounds from guns, knives, clubs, and whips.
"Holy shit!"
The slim youth sucked in a sharp breath, a chill creeping into his heart.
'What in the world has this guy been through? Scars all over his body?!'
Lin Feng's eyes narrowed, and an icy killing intent exploded from him. A dense, malevolent aura flickered in his eyes. He was like a savage beast awakened, exuding a bloodthirsty presence.
His gaze was utterly grim as he enunciated each word, "Today, I am going to kill you!"
"You want to kill me? I'll kill you first!"
The slim youth roared and thrust both palms forward, creating a sharp, ear-piercing whistle as they cut through the air.
His hands became a blur, a phantom-like barrage that threatened to overwhelm Lin Feng. The sheer force of the wind generated by his movements was a powerful gale, terrifying in its intensity.
"Perfect timing."
Lin Feng didn't flinch. He bent his knees, coiled and ready to strike back at any moment.
"BANG!"
In a mere ten seconds, they exchanged more than a dozen blows, each one landing solidly. Both were taking the punishment head-on.
Neither chose to retreat or defend. Like tireless, frenzied barbarians, their only goal was to kill the other.
Every one of Lin Feng's punches contained immense explosive power, landing with brutal, meaty thuds.
Every strike from the slim youth sent sparks flying. His knuckles were constantly shattering, being pulverized, and reforming...
Their fists collided again and again in mid-air, the power behind each blow terrifyingly immense.
Both fighters were covered in bruises, and trickles of blood leaked from the corners of their mouths. But their gazes remained resolute, showing no sign of backing down.
After one more exchange of fists, they both retreated several meters. This time, neither made the first move. Both were running on fumes; a rash attack now could lead to defeat.
"Kid, I admit you're strong, but you're still just at the Mid Stage of Innate. There's no way you can defeat me."
The slim youth wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and gave a chilling smile. "So, I suggest you surrender obediently."
Hearing this, Lin Feng burst out laughing, his eyes filled with contempt for the youth.
"What are you laughing at?"
The slim youth's brow furrowed as he asked in a cold voice.
Lin Feng shook his head. "I'm laughing at what an idiot you are. You clearly had the upper hand, yet you wanted to take me alive. Aren't you just asking to die?"
"What?"
The slim youth froze, completely baffled by Lin Feng's logic. He was the one who had the advantage.
Lin Feng looked at him with disdain and said casually, "Your moves are powerful, but they lack finesse. That's why you can't do a thing to me."
As he finished speaking, his body abruptly accelerated. He threw a punch aimed at the slim youth's cheek, moving so fast that he was beside him in an instant.