177: Chapter 177 Reencounter with Lin Hu

A full eightfold cultivation speed.

The increased circulation speed of spiritual qi within his meridians made Shen Xingchen feel thoroughly refreshed.

At this rate, in just a few days, he would be able to reach the bottleneck of the peak Tier 5.

This also brought a greater sense of security for the operation in the Land of Miracles.

However, the marrow cleansing pill had almost lost all effect; eating more would just be a waste.

Up until now, 4 of them remained.

Judging from his observation just now, the massive medicinal power was provided entirely by the first pill. Distributing the remaining marrow cleansing pills separately and giving them to the people around him would also be a good choice.

...

Yucai Martial Arts Hall lobby.

The martial arts instructor was still teaching the students the Embracing the Moon Spear Technique.

The instructor looked to be around 30 years old with a neat short haircut, looking majestic and imposing while demonstrating the spear technique.

This batch of students were new high school freshmen from Wudao No. 2 High School. Their foundation was actually quite decent, but compared to top geniuses, there was still a huge gap.

The instructor had the students thrust their spears into empty air a thousand times.

Seeing that the time was almost up,

the instructor said to the crowd, "This time, I have invited a freshman senior to demonstrate for you all."

As he spoke,

a young man walked in through the entrance of the martial arts hall. Although his appearance was somewhat homely, he still looked spirited.

The instructor introduced the newcomer's identity, "This is Senior Lin Hu. Everyone greet him."

The crowd shouted in unison, "Hello, Senior Lin Hu!"

Lin Hu was someone who had been a boss figure and had seen the world. Under the gaze of many, he said very naturally, "Hello, everyone."

The instructor continued, "Senior Lin Hu used to be a student at Wudao No. 3 High School—the same Wudao No. 3 High School where the top scorer of the previous cohort came from. His current cultivation realm is Tier 2 Level 4."

"So amazing!" the crowd praised in unison.

Among them, who were mostly at the low stages of Tier 1, a Tier 2 Level 4 existence was completely out of reach.

After being praised, Lin Hu's expression turned slightly complacent.

The instructor continued, "Senior Lin Hu is also a legendary figure of No. 3 High School and has even sparred with that top scorer."

"Wow!" The students' eyes were filled with astonishment.

"Did Senior Lin Hu win then?" someone asked.

"The opponent was the top scorer of Qiunan City! How could he possibly win?!"

"That makes sense, but since they've sparred before, their strengths must be about the same."

"Right, Senior Lin Hu is actually someone close to the level of the top scorer. How impressive."

Discussions broke out everywhere.

Lin Hu's weathered face flushed red at these students' words.

He had only casually mentioned this matter to the instructor back then, but he didn't expect it to be brought up publicly like this.

He could understand the instructor's intention; having the gimmick of "having sparred with the top scorer" would make it easier to recruit students.

Fortunately, the martial arts hall was filled with innocent students, and no one knew the whole story.

Seeing that the buildup was just about right, the instructor spoke up, "Alright, next, Lin Hu and I will duel using the Embracing the Moon Spear Technique. Watch from the side and comprehend it."

"Understood."

The students surrounded the instructor and Lin Hu in the center.

The two of them took their stances.

The instructor's aura burst forth—he turned out to be a Tier 4 martial artist.

However, he quickly suppressed his cultivation realm back to Tier 2 Level 1, using only pure spear techniques to meet the enemy.

For this demonstration, Lin Hu took the offensive role.

Lin Hu abruptly rushed forward, fiercely thrusting the long spear in his hand.

Whoosh—

The instructor likewise thrust out a spear.

With this, the tips of the two long spears accurately collided, forming a straight line.

It could be seen that in terms of spear techniques, Lin Hu and the instructor were not far apart in proficiency.

Discussions arose among the surrounding students.

"Wow, Senior Lin Hu's spear technique is so dazzling."

"Senior Lin Hu is only 19 years old and actually has such spear technique. He truly lives up to being someone who fought the top scorer to a draw."

"Didn't he lose?"

"Don't worry about those little details."

Lin Hu had heard these words so many times that his ears had grown accustomed to them, and he even felt a little bit proud.

Come to think of it, he was once someone who had even beaten... that top scorer!

Just as Lin Hu was thinking this,

footsteps suddenly came from around the corner of the hallway where the alchemy room was located.

Although the footsteps were not loud, both the instructor and Lin Hu were in the middle of a battle and were extremely vigilant.

Lin Hu instinctively looked over.

He saw that the newcomer was a well-proportioned young man with clean facial features and clear eyes.

Especially the vibrant energy radiating from within him and that somewhat consummate martial artist aura.

"This..."

Lin Hu's eyes suddenly widened, and the long spear in his hand trembled involuntarily.

As if he had thought of something, his face instantly flushed crimson.

Shen Xingchen also glanced over casually, then felt a tiny bit surprised.

Lin Hu!

This former old rival had actually appeared before him by such a coincidence at this moment.

He even seemed to be a tiny bit terrified of him.

Shen Xingchen chuckled inwardly.

Was he really that scary?

Shen Xingchen didn't have any thoughts of continuing to bully Lin Hu.

He remembered during high school, Tang Chen had sent a family servant to assassinate him.

He only found out later that at the very last moment, Lin Hu had chosen to tip off Principal Chen Lingjun to save him.

Shen Xingchen revealed his white teeth and said, "Lin Hu, long time no see."

Lin Hu stammered slightly, "Long... long time no see!"

His heart was filled with bitterness—how could it be this baneful star again?

Ever since that day of the assassination when he witnessed Shen Xingchen's combat power, he never wanted to run into Shen Xingchen again...

No, wait!

Why was Shen Xingchen smiling so strangely? Was he thinking about beating him up again?!

To his surprise,

Shen Xingchen didn't do anything else. After greeting him, he continued walking toward the entrance of the martial arts hall, looking like he was about to leave.

The instructor shouted, "Continue."

Although Lin Hu was suspicious of Shen Xingchen, he still acknowledged the command, except that the spear technique in his hand grew slightly sluggish.

He was beaten back step by step by the middle-aged instructor.

The martial arts hall's training grounds were quite spacious.

It took Shen Xingchen a full minute to walk to the entrance.

During this one minute, Lin Hu's spear technique was full of flaws.

"What's wrong with Senior Lin Hu?"

"I don't know. It seems that after that good-looking young man greeted him, his spear technique deteriorated."

"Do they know each other?"

Many students guessed curiously.

They were really curious about who that person was to be able to throw Senior Lin Hu's state of mind into disarray with just a greeting.

The instructor also noticed Lin Hu's abnormality.

The teaching atmosphere he had built up had been shattered by that young man; how could this lesson continue?

The instructor suddenly had a flash of inspiration.

Since that young man was an old acquaintance of Lin Hu and could make Lin Hu quite wary, his strength must be exceptionally outstanding.

If he were to serve as the assistant instructor...

Thinking of this,

the instructor shouted toward the entrance, "Classmate, you're also a freshman, right? Would you like to help guide the junior students in their spear techniques?"

Before Shen Xingchen could react, Lin Hu's expression changed first.

That baneful star wants to leave, so just let him leave! Why are you stopping him?!

All the students turned their heads to look at the figure at the entrance.

Some female students were even full of anticipation.

Although they didn't know how strong that person was, his appearance was far better than Senior Lin Hu's. Having him stay behind to be eye candy for them would also be nice.

Shen Xingchen stopped the step he was about to take, turned his head, and smiled, "Isn't that a bit inappropriate?"