The powerful kick from Jing Tao Men shattered the girl's energy, sending her muscles twitching. She instantly collapsed to the ground like a deflated ball.
The girl struggled unwillingly, her hands bracing against the ground, trying to get up, but her body wouldn't obey her. No matter how hard she tried, she couldn't move an inch. A choking breath lingered in her chest, causing her eyes to bulge.
After a while, the girl finally breathed in with difficulty. That kick had nearly killed her.
Xu Yunfan watched coldly, his expression impassive, his arms drooping silently as he stood at the threshold.
He was furious, but fortunately, he had reacted quickly; had it been anyone else, the sword would have likely killed them.
Xu Yunfan glanced around quickly, confirming that Qinghe Lane was deserted. Without hesitation, he strode over to the girl, grabbed her by the skirt, and lifted her up as if she were a chicken, preparing to walk back.
Being targeted by such a vicious person made him feel inexplicably anxious.
Moreover, this person was calling for violence without any reason; he had to get to the bottom of it no matter what.
"Brother, please spare me!"
A powerful voice suddenly boomed from beside Xu Yunfan, followed by a sharp gust of wind that struck the back of his head.
Xu Yunfan moved swiftly, taking a sharp step forward and ducking his head, barely avoiding the fierce blow. The wind whistled past the back of his head, sending his hair flying wildly.
"Huh?"
the man exclaimed in surprise, clearly not expecting Xu Yunfan to easily avoid the powerful blow with just a step forward and a slight dip of his head.
This man was a master!
Just as he was about to withdraw and change his tactics, Xu Yunfan reacted incredibly quickly. His backhand shot out like lightning, and with incredible speed, he precisely grasped the attacker's wrist.
Instantly, Xu Yunfan's hips sank, and his muscles tensed like taut bowstrings, stretching his loose clothing to its limit. Especially his right hand, which had grasped the attacker's wrist, caused the clothing to cling to his arm like a straitjacket.
"Get up!"
The attacker, before he could react, felt the world spinning before his eyes, and was flung uncontrollably into the air.
Then, with a dull thud, he slammed heavily into a large bluestone standing by the river, causing him to grunt in pain.
The attacker's reaction was also incredibly quick. Using the force of the collision, he suppressed the pain in his back and twisted his body in mid-air. Using his hips to generate a sudden surge of power, he adjusted his posture in mid-air and landed steadily on the ground.
Only then did Xu Yunfan get a
clear look at the newcomer. He had sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, a tall and straight figure, and was dressed in a cyan-colored, muscular suit.
Every movement exuded a vibrant energy, his muscles tensed so tightly that even through his clothes, the steel-like strands of muscle could be clearly seen pulsating with each movement.
The newcomer's expression had lost its initial carefree expression, replaced by a solemn expression as he stared intently at Xu Yunfan, standing as steady as a towering city wall in the alley.
He hadn't imagined that in such an unassuming town, he would so easily encounter a master martial artist, one who had also just bought his house, completely upsetting his plans.
Xu Yunfan narrowed his eyes slightly. The force he had just unleashed must have exceeded a thousand pounds. A normal person thrown to the ground with such force would, if not shatter internal organs, at least suffer broken bones and severe damage to their internal organs, leaving them paralyzed if not dead.
But as the man before him landed, he employed a clever force-dissipating technique, effectively dissipating his own immense force.
Otherwise, even a highly accomplished martial artist would have struggled to withstand his full-strength attack.
With a "click," Xu Yunfan extended his finger and gently tapped the girl's neck, instantly sending her into a tizzy. He tossed her to the ground and slowly approached the man.
Seeing Xu Yunfan's lack of compassion for the girl, his methods so brutal and ruthless, Qin Bo
stepped back, assuming a poised stance, and hurriedly explained, "Brother, I am Qin Bo, a disciple of the Jingtao Sect. I'm here solely for this house.
A few months ago, I put this ancestral home up for sale at a real estate agent to raise the funds to pursue my apprenticeship.
Now that I've returned, having successfully completed my training, my only wish is to redeem this ancestral home. Today, I went to the real estate agent to inquire, but to my surprise, the house had already been sold."
Qin Bo glanced at the unconscious girl, a trace of resignation and apology on his face.
"Junior Sister Fei grew up within the sect, doted upon by the elders. She's unfamiliar with the ways of society below, leading to a somewhat arrogant disposition. If I've offended you, I hope you'll forgive me. I'm willing to compensate you, and I hope you'll be magnanimous."
These words were spoken with genuine emotion, and paired with Qin Bo's sincere expression, they seemed like a sincere apology.
But upon closer inspection, it seemed he had simply brushed off Junior Sister Fei's faults, brushing aside all issues with a simple statement of "inexperienced with worldly affairs and a volatile personality," as if she meant no harm.
Furthermore, he specifically pointed out Junior Sister Fei's surname.
For the past few days, Xu Yunfan hasn't just been diligently practicing martial arts.
The Changfeng Tavern was bustling with people of all tastes. The private rooms on the second and third floors, along with the open lobby on the first floor, naturally attracted a diverse crowd of travelers, from all walks of life to merchants and passersby.
After feasting and drinking, these people enjoyed chatting and discussing everything.
Xu Yunfan had also heard of the Jingtao Sect, a renowned Qingzhou sect known for its muscle-strengthening techniques.
Their Jingtao Palm was renowned throughout the province, considered a supreme skill. Its leader, Fei Qi, was a master of the Outer Three Combinations, a renowned practitioner of the Three Great Training Techniques.
"Junior Sister Fei... "
Xu Yunfan's eyes were deep, revealing his inner thoughts.
Qin Bo was also panicking. It was unbelievable that a martial artist had actually bought his house, which filled him with inexplicable anxiety. Could it be that the items he had left behind had leaked out?
Had the person before him already taken possession of them?
"I've already bought this house,"
Xu Yunfan said calmly. "If you want compensation, bring me five hundred taels of silver, and I'll let bygones be bygones."
Qin Bo's wry smile froze, his face darkening as he said coldly, "Brother, are you kidding?"
"Who am I kidding?"
Xu Yunfan said, stomping hard on Junior Sister Fei's stomach. Even though the girl was unconscious, she groaned in pain.
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