Chapter 402 - 245: Intercept (2)

Chapter 402: Chapter 245: Intercept (2)

Fang Yue understood that the three men across from him were elites from the Observatory headquarters. Each one undoubtedly came from an extraordinary background.

He knew that while he could easily defeat them in a fight, any deaths or injuries would lead to an endless conflict with the powers behind them.

At this thought, a flash of determination crossed Fang Yue’s eyes.

He took a deep breath, and the power within him instantly surged. He charged at the three men, his figure moving like a bolt of lightning, too fast to be followed.

The three men were startled. They hadn’t expected Fang Yue to suddenly attack, let alone with such incredible speed.

"The nerve! You dare resist arrest? You’re courting death!"

Lu Sheng’s brief panic gave way to rage. ’This scoundrel! It’s one thing not to surrender peacefully, but to dare strike first... He deserves to die!’

Anger burned like a raging fire in their hearts. They quickly composed themselves and met Fang Yue’s attack.

As the leader of the trio, Lu Sheng was naturally the strongest. With a single movement, he became a blur, instantly appearing at Fang Yue’s side and striking at his shoulder with a palm.

This palm strike contained eighty percent of Lu Sheng’s power. Had it landed, even with Fang Yue’s enhanced physique, he would have likely been seriously injured.

However, Fang Yue’s reflexes were far faster than Lu Sheng had imagined. He sensed the attack the moment Lu Sheng moved, dodging the palm with a slight twist of his body.

Simultaneously, he countered with a backhanded thrust of his Longsword, aiming for Lu Sheng’s chest.

The strike was so fast and vicious that Lu Sheng had no time to dodge. He could only take it head-on.

BAM!

With a muffled thud, Lu Sheng was struck by Fang Yue’s Longsword. He was sent flying backward, crashing heavily to the ground and spitting out a mouthful of blood.

"Brother!"

The other two men paled in shock and rushed forward to help Lu Sheng up. They never imagined Fang Yue could be so powerful that even Lu Sheng was no match for him.

"I’m fine. I can still take it."

Lu Sheng wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and struggled to his feet. His eyes, fixed on Fang Yue, were filled with a mixture of fear and fury.

"Kid, you’re good! I’ll admit defeat for today, but we’ll remember this! This isn’t over. We’ll see about this!"

After spitting out this threat, Lu Sheng turned and left with the other two men.

He knew he couldn’t capture Fang Yue today. There was no point in continuing the fight.

’Besides, Fang Yue is so powerful, the three of us together might not be enough to handle him. It’s better to retreat and get reinforcements than to be humiliated here.’

Watching the three flee in disarray, Fang Yue didn’t give chase. He knew he had achieved his goal: to intimidate them so they wouldn’t dare act recklessly.

Besides, he needed to hurry back to Yujing City to deal with more important matters.

He sheathed his Longsword and continued on his way toward Yujing City. His mind was already working on his next steps, and he remained vigilant for any potential enemies.

Fang Yue knew that despite having intimidated the trio, the crisis was far from over. That mysterious organization would not give up so easily. A greater storm was likely brewing.

He had to get back to Yujing City as quickly as possible and report the situation to the Observatory’s leadership so they could prepare a response.

Fang Yue remained on high alert throughout his journey. He chose a winding route, but it was safer.

He did his best to avoid contact with anyone, lest he be discovered by members of that organization.

After several days of trekking, Fang Yue finally neared Yujing City.

In the distance, the majestic city walls looked especially solemn and mysterious in the light of the setting sun.

A thrill of excitement rose in Fang Yue’s chest. He was finally returning to the place where he had grown up and fought.

However, just as he was about to enter the city, he suddenly sensed a powerful aura bearing down on him.

His heart went cold. ’The organization’s pursuers are here.’

Without hesitation, Fang Yue accelerated, charging toward the city gate.

He knew that if he could just get inside Yujing City, he would have a chance to shake his pursuers.

Just as Fang Yue was about to reach the city gate, a figure suddenly descended from the sky, blocking his path. Fang Yue’s pupils contracted as he got a clear look at the newcomer’s face.

"It’s you?" Fang Yue exclaimed.

The one blocking his path was none other than the black-robed man from the Dynasty Sacrificial Department!

Zhou Tiande!

The black-robed Zhou Tiande stood silently before Fang Yue. His face was expressionless, but his eyes glittered with a cold light.

"Fang Yue, you really have returned."

Zhou Tiande spoke slowly, his voice deep and powerful. "Heh heh, let’s see you escape death this time!"

Fang Yue’s heart sank.

He knew Zhou Tiande was an expert from the Dynasty Sacrificial Department, an Expert of Shape-Shifting whose strength had previously been a cut above his own.

But that was before. Now, if his opponent’s cultivation level hadn’t increased, Fang Yue was confident he could win!

"Zhou Tiande, you’d best not stand in my way. I have urgent business and must return to the Observatory. If you dare to interfere, you’d better consider the consequences!" Fang Yue said coldly.

He knew there was no room for negotiation between him and Zhou Tiande. It was either defeat him or be defeated by him; there was no third option.

But even so, Fang Yue decided to feign weakness. ’If I can stop him with words, it’s better not to fight.’

"Oh? Is that so? Heh heh, you’re already a wanted criminal by the Observatory. Killing you is the righteous thing to do!" Zhou Tiande sneered, his body blurring as he launched an attack on Fang Yue.

Fang Yue was already prepared. The instant Zhou Tiande moved, he attacked as well.

’As an expert from the Dynasty Sacrificial Department, Zhou Tiande must have mastered many powerful Secret Skills. I can’t afford to be careless. I have to give it my all if I want to win.’

Their figures intersected in mid-air before quickly separating. Fang Yue felt a slight numbness in his arm, while Zhou Tiande had to take several steps back to steady himself.

"Not bad, kid. But your luck runs out today. I’m going to kill you for sure!" Zhou Tiande said, glaring at Fang Yue.

Then, he once again launched a ferocious assault on Fang Yue.

This time, his attacks were even fiercer, each and every move brimming with immense power.

Fang Yue didn’t dare let his guard down, meeting Zhou Tiande’s assault with everything he had. ’I have to find an opening soon if I want to win.’

The two clashed again in mid-air. For a moment, crisscrossing waves of Qi Force filled the air with a stunning display of power.

’Now’s the time!’

Having gotten a measure of Zhou Tiande’s strength, Fang Yue suddenly unleashed his full power.

He kicked off the ground, his body shooting upward. With a flick of his wrist, he pointed directly at Zhou Tiande.

A thunderous ROAR erupted from within his body as streams of Qi Blood Power surged from him. The power continuously gathered, coalescing into a great banner—the Red Blood Battle Banner!

The great banner radiated waves of formidable power, seeming strong enough to topple the surrounding mountains!

Zhou Tiande was startled to see Fang Yue unleash such a Secret Technique. He had never expected Fang Yue’s power to have grown this much!

Without a moment’s hesitation, Zhou Tiande rapidly retreated.

But would Fang Yue’s attack allow him to escape so easily?

With a muffled grunt, Zhou Tiande was sent flying backward once again.

With a loud BANG, Zhou Tiande’s body slammed against the city wall, the impact collapsing a nearby hill over a hundred feet high.

He crawled out from the pile of rubble, his face ashen.

"You... you actually..."

He clutched his injured chest, his face a mask of disbelief. He had been so sure he understood the full extent of Fang Yue’s power, so confident he could kill him this time.

He never imagined his opponent’s strength had grown so much!

Without any hesitation, Zhou Tiande immediately turned to flee!

"Where do you think you’re going!" Fang Yue roared, his figure shooting forward like a lightning bolt, aiming straight for Zhou Tiande’s back.

He was determined to kill Zhou Tiande. Otherwise, he would remain too great a threat!

Seeing Fang Yue bearing down on him, Zhou Tiande didn’t dare to fight back directly and could only dodge in a hurry.

But why would Fang Yue pass up such a perfect opportunity? His attacks grew even sharper.

He threw a rapid series of seven or eight punches, each one unleashing a violent shockwave.

Unable to dodge in time, Zhou Tiande took a punch squarely in the chest.