Chapter 363: Stalling
A shadow fell over Wang Lu's face. He had originally thought Lin Feng would try to match his speed.
But he never expected Lin Feng to choose this path. This meant the fight would just drag on.
Besides, this was very disadvantageous for him; after all, he was fighting on a cliffside.
Once his patience ran out while Lin Feng remained perfectly fine, his defeat would be certain!
His mind raced, searching for a counter-strategy. Suddenly, his eyes lit up. He decided to use the simplest method available: a direct, head-on clash!
His body suddenly shifted its stance, his legs spreading out into an A-frame lunge.
Then he leaped up, his body carving an arc through the air before a side flip sent him plunging into the lake!
SPLASH!
The lake water sent up a spray several meters high. After a moment of turbulence, the surface grew calm again. Wang Lu's figure emerged, his clothes soaked through, looking somewhat disheveled.
But Lin Feng was in a similarly sorry state. He was dripping from head to toe, his face splattered with water.
"Damn you! How dare you make a fool of me!"
Wang Lu roared. With a flick of his hands, two flying daggers reappeared in his grip. By now, Lin Feng had emerged from the lake and was already starting to walk toward him.
"Hmph! Trying to run? Not so easy!"
Lin Feng sneered, casually scooping up a sharp piece of rock from the ground and flinging it straight at Wang Lu's face.
Faced with this sneak attack, Wang Lu's eyes turned cold. He raised a hand and blocked the rock, then sneered.
"Who the hell do you think I am? Someone you can just push around?"
Wang Lu's arm shuddered and his wrist trembled. Dozens of small pebbles flew out, blanketing the air as they rained down on Lin Feng!
THWACK!
The hail of stones peppered Lin Feng's entire body, forcing him to a halt. A hint of gravity appeared on his handsome face.
"Hmph! Your physical conditioning is impressive, I'll give you that. But in the end, you're no match for me!"
Wang Lu sneered, his eyes filled with mockery as he watched Lin Feng, whom he had just forced back.
"Today, I'll let you have a taste of my flying daggers!"
The words had barely left his lips when Wang Lu's figure shot forward. In the blink of an eye, he was upon Lin Feng, his arms swinging in unison. Two flying daggers glinted coldly in the moonlight.
SWOOSH!
The two daggers became afterimages, streaking toward Lin Feng's throat and the spot between his eyebrows!
Lin Feng's eyes widened. He retreated abruptly while simultaneously throwing a punch at the two approaching daggers.
But Wang Lu had anticipated this. As Lin Feng fell back, another dagger was already flying toward him!
SWISH!
Lin Feng's reactions were incredibly fast. In the nick of time, his arm swept out, swatting the dagger away.
But before he could even catch his breath, Wang Lu sent another dagger shooting out, aimed straight for his forehead!
BANG!
Lin Feng tilted his body just enough, narrowly dodging the dagger.
However, as if he had predicted it all, Wang Lu suddenly leaped into the air.
He planted a foot on an ancient tree as thick as a bowl, using the momentum to launch himself into the air once more, pouncing on Lin Feng.
BANG!
Lin Feng threw a punch while leaning forward to avoid a direct collision. At the same time, his right leg whipped out in a roundhouse kick, sweeping toward Wang Lu's groin!
"Heh heh!"
A mocking smile played on Wang Lu's lips. He twisted his waist, turning his body to dodge the viciously sharp attack while reaching out to grab Lin Feng's kicking ankle.
SNAP!
A crisp sound rang out. Wang Lu had actually caught Lin Feng's kicking leg with his bare hands!
Lin Feng's body trembled. He never thought Wang Lu would possess such an agile Body Technique, nor that his strength would be so terrifying!
The immense power contained in his roundhouse kick had been caught effortlessly, his leg now locked firmly in place!
Wang Lu's face was impassive. From his other hand, two flying daggers shot toward Lin Feng's throat.
At that moment, a chill went down Lin Feng's spine. He knew this was bad. If those daggers hit, his life would be forfeit.
Instead of retreating, Lin Feng advanced, shooting forward like a cannonball to close the distance with Wang Lu. At the same time, he threw a vicious punch with his left fist.
The punch flew like a falling meteor, smashing toward Wang Lu. The powerful gust of wind it generated was so strong that Wang Lu couldn't help but shut his eyes.
THUD!
A muffled sound rang out. Wang Lu felt a sharp pain in his shoulder as the immense force sent him stumbling backward.
Wang Lu staggered but managed to steady himself. He clutched his injured left shoulder with his right hand, his face turning pale.
Although Lin Feng's strength was a notch below his own, this powerful, heavy blow had still put him under immense pressure.
"How about that? I told you, you're no match for me!"
Lin Feng stood at a distance, sneering. While that last punch hadn't been enough to completely disable his opponent, it had definitely been enough to make him suffer.
Sure enough, upon hearing Lin Feng's words, Wang Lu clutched his chest, a savage look flashing across his face. "Heh heh..."
He stared at Lin Feng, grinding his teeth. "Don't get cocky. I was just careless! Next, I'll send you to your grave!"
As he spoke, he clenched his right hand, his five fingers curling into a claw as he swiped viciously at Lin Feng.
Wang Lu's speed was incredible. His palm seemed to whistle through the air as it shot toward Lin Feng's chest.
This move was the very essence of the Iron Palm!
Wang Lu had once used the Iron Palm to tear through enemy ranks, slaughtering countless foes!
His Iron Palm was infamous. He had trained in this art since childhood, practicing diligently every day.
He had long since mastered the Iron Palm, and unleashing it now, its power was astounding!
He believed this one move was all he needed to claim victory!
Lin Feng's eyelids twitched violently. He sensed the impending danger. This move was terrifyingly powerful, and he didn't dare be overconfident. He hurriedly circulated his Inner Qi and threw a hard punch to meet it!
Seeing this, Wang Lu was disdainful. As long as Lin Feng didn't use some profound martial technique and relied solely on his bare fists, he stood no chance!
BANG!
The two attacks collided violently. A dull impact echoed as Wang Lu felt a sharp pain shoot through his arm, the shock forcing him back several steps.
But a hint of delight appeared on Wang Lu's face, because Lin Feng hadn't gotten off easy either. Lin Feng's body swayed slightly. Clearly, this exchange had been a draw!
Wang Lu roared with laughter. He looked at Lin Feng with excitement and said, "Lin Feng, oh, Lin Feng. So this is all the strength you have."