Chapter 457: Dodging
Li Xi's gaze grew even more sinister. With a flicker, he charged at Lin Feng again. Lin Feng wasn't in good shape either; a head-on clash would surely put him at a disadvantage, so he had no choice but to fall back and dodge.
His eyes were dark and menacing. Tapping a toe to the ground, he shot toward Lin Feng like an arrow loosed from its bow.
Veins bulged on his fists. He was clearly channeling his Inner Strength, making his assault all the more ferocious.
Seeing this, Lin Feng's expression turned grim. He could tell how dangerous this move from Li Xi was. He absolutely could not let Li Xi get close, or death would be certain.
He dodged, searching for an opening. This wasn't good for him; his body was growing increasingly hot.
His strength was gradually fading. If this continued, he would eventually collapse from exhaustion. Then, Li Xi would surely torture him to death.
But Lin Feng showed no sign of panic. In fact, the longer he fought, the more stable he became, his body exuding a powerful aura. He had actually managed to hold his ground despite the disadvantage and was gradually turning the tables.
This was a good sign. It meant Lin Feng's willpower was formidable, allowing him to remain calm even in the face of desperation.
Thus, even if Li Xi was stronger, defeating Lin Feng would be no easy task. After all, willpower is a Martial Artist's most important asset, and not every Martial Artist can remain composed in the face of adversity.
"Hah!"
Lin Feng sent Li Xi flying with a single punch and quickly closed the distance. He was ready to end this.
SWOOSH!
Lin Feng lunged forward, creating a sonic boom as he moved. His body cut through the air like a sharp sword, aimed straight for Li Xi's chest.
"Brat, you think you can hurt me? Dream on!"
Li Xi sneered. He had already regained his footing and slapped at Lin Feng's incoming leg.
Lin Feng's kick missed, but he didn't retract it. Instead, he used the momentum to flip upside down in mid-air, his right leg lashing out at Li Xi like an iron whip.
CRACK!
The kick landed squarely on Li Xi's shoulder. Li Xi couldn't stifle a grunt as his body was thrown backward.
Lin Feng twisted, his feet tracing a graceful arc through the air before he kicked out once more.
THUD, THUD, THUD!
A series of kicks sent Li Xi flying, and he landed hard on his ass.
PTUI!
He spat a mouthful of blood toward the sky. His face was deathly pale, and his body trembled uncontrollably, a testament to the damage from Lin Feng's last attack.
Li Xi's face was unnaturally pale, but his eyes remained vicious. As his eyes darted about, his gaze toward Lin Feng was filled with venomous hatred.
He had never imagined Lin Feng's strength could have reached such a formidable level. After all, his own attack had already been unexpectedly powerful.
Yet even that hadn't been enough to take Lin Feng down. It was a clear indicator of just how immense Lin Feng's potential truly was.
'How can this kid be so strong?'
Lin Feng stood his ground, slowly shaking his head. The burning sensation in his body was intensifying, filling him with dread. He knew he had to make a choice now, or death was the only thing waiting for him.
Since Li Xi came here to die, Lin Feng would be happy to oblige.
With that thought, Lin Feng moved. He shot toward Li Xi, his fist smashing toward Li Xi's face, carried by a tyrannical gale.
Li Xi's pupils dilated, and his expression changed drastically. He had been injured and coughed up blood only because he'd been caught unprepared. Now, he was on guard and wouldn't be taken by surprise again.
He crossed his arms to protect his chest and pushed off the ground with his feet, leaping into the air to dodge the fatal blow.
Lin Feng's fist smashed right into the treetop where Li Xi had been standing. The top of the tree instantly snapped in half and plummeted to the ground.
BAM!
The treetop crashed to the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust as leaves fluttered down.
Seeing his attack miss, Lin Feng spun. He stomped his left foot on the tree trunk, launching himself high into the air and bringing his right leg down like a steel blade.
SLASH!
A piercing whistle echoed through the air as a dazzling golden blade of energy sliced through the sky, hurtling straight for Li Xi.
Li Xi's expression changed abruptly, and he hastily crossed his arms to block.
An immense force erupted at the point of impact. Li Xi's arms were instantly thrown aside by the overwhelming power, and he was sent flying.
THUD!
Li Xi's body slammed viciously into the ground, carving a deep crater in the earth.
BAM! BAM!
Moving like lightning, Lin Feng charged into the pile of rubble beside Li Xi. His fists flew like a raging dragon bursting from the sea, unleashing a barrage of golden fist-lights that rained down on Li Xi.
BANG! BANG! BANG!
Fist Seals howled through the air amidst the whistling wind from his punches. At that moment, it was as if Lin Feng had become a different person, attacking Li Xi with savage ferocity.
Li Xi gritted his teeth, struggling to fend off Lin Feng's furious onslaught. The pressure was immense; Lin Feng wasn't giving him a single moment to breathe. He was already being forced back, step by step.
'Damn it, this guy is a real handful!'
Cold sweat dripped from Li Xi's brow, and a trickle of blood seeped from the corner of his mouth. He'd taken a glancing blow from one of Lin Feng's fists and was lightly injured.
But that was the least of his worries. The main problem was the sheer ferocity of Lin Feng's assault; his own stamina was draining rapidly.
Li Xi knew he couldn't let this drag on. If this kept up, he would just be worn down to death.
BANG!
Lin Feng suddenly threw a punch. The power it contained was immense—it seemed to cross the distance and arrive before his opponent the instant it was thrown.
Li Xi's eyes narrowed. He knew there was something strange about this Fist Technique, but he had no other choice. Gritting his teeth, he mustered the last of his True Qi and met Lin Feng's iron fist with both palms.
A muffled explosion rang out. A searing numbness shot through Li Xi's arms; he could have sworn he felt his bones crack.
Li Xi's eyes were wide with horror. He had never imagined Lin Feng's strength could be so immense.
STOMP, STOMP, STOMP!
Li Xi stumbled back several steps, his arms trembling uncontrollably. He left two deep footprints in his wake, and the entire patch of grass shuddered from the impact.
BAM!
Lin Feng seized the opportunity and shot forward. He unleashed a flurry of kicks, each one striking with the force of a thunderclap.
He aimed directly for Li Xi's head and Dantian. If either of those kicks landed, even a Basic Level Grandmaster like Li Xi would likely be killed instantly.
Seeing Lin Feng attack again, Li Xi didn't dare to take the blow head-on. He ducked and dodged to the side.
SWISH!