Martial Arts Overlord

"Angry Tiger Coming Out of the Cave!"

With a single stride, Luo Feng's right fist unleashed an immense blast of Gang Qi, forming a tiger's head that resounded with ferocious roars as it barreled towards Gu Yufeng.

Under the scrutiny of many eyes, the two fists collided fiercely.

Everyone in the private room was momentarily blinded by the fierce gust of wind that swept through.

BOOM!

The muffled, thunder-like sound followed a moment later, visible ripples spreading fiercely outward. The floor around the two men crumbled inch by inch, and the nearby tables and chairs were instantly torn to pieces by the winds.

THUMP, THUMP, THUMP...

A figure stumbled back several steps.

When the dust settled and the surroundings became clear, several people widened their eyes in disbelief.

Luo Feng stood firm, not having moved an inch. A figure stood five steps in front of him, the sleeve of his right arm completely shredded, a trickle of crimson blood seeping from the corner of his mouth.

The person knocked back was none other than Gu Yufeng!

"Gu Yufeng actually lost!"

Looking at the two in the room, Yang Wen couldn't help but gasp.

Gu Yufeng was a renowned genius in Wind Howl City, his strength unfathomable.

Several people knew Luo Feng's strength was considerable, but they had never expected him to be this terrifyingly so.

A single punch had sent Gu Yufeng, a cultivator at the peak of the Seventh Stage of the Essence storage Realm, staggering back!

Such profound Yuan Qi! If it weren't for my Shattered Crystal Palm, which is a supreme-quality Yellow Grade Martial Art, I would have been severely injured!

Gu Yufeng's right hand couldn't help but tremble slightly as he looked at Luo Feng with lingering fear.

He had never expected Luo Feng to also be at the peak of the Seventh Stage of the Essence storage Realm. If not for his Shattered Crystal Palm, a supreme-quality Yellow Grade Martial Art that integrated both offense and defense, the consequences of that single punch would have been far more severe than merely being knocked back a few steps.

Luo Feng's brows furrowed slightly.

His Furious Tiger Fist, a mid-quality Yellow Grade Martial Art, was indeed of a lower grade. It had been a significant asset to his combat strength early on, but now, against top fighters like Gu Yufeng, it didn't prove very effective. If not for his profound Yuan Qi, he might have even been suppressed by his opponent.

Turning his gaze to Gu Yufeng, Luo Feng coldly asked, "Do you want to continue?"

Gu Yufeng's expression immediately darkened.

Their brief exchange had already determined the victor. Even if the fight continued, he had no hope of winning.

However, he was unwilling to admit defeat just like that.

If word of today's events were to spread, his reputation as the Eldest Young Master of the Gu Family would be utterly ruined!

"Since you don't plan on continuing, then get out!"

Luo Feng returned to his seat and waved dismissively.

"Young Master, should we call for backup?" the martial artist with small eyes, standing beside Gu Yufeng, shot Luo Feng a cold glance and whispered.

"This..."

As Gu Yufeng hesitated, a sudden sound of footsteps came from the stairway.

"Young Master, the Young Mistress should be on the second floor."

A deep male voice rang out. It was Guard Lin, whom Luo Feng and his companions had encountered at the city gate earlier.

"That girl Caiyun, daring to venture into a perilous place like the Ghost Howl Forest! She's truly getting more and more out of hand!"

"Young Master, you can't blame the Young Mistress entirely. It must have been Liu Feihong who lured her with sweet talk, convincing her to go with him."

"Humph! I've disliked that Liu Feihong for a long time. If he dares to pester Caiyun again, I'll make sure to cripple him!"

"Shopkeeper, waiter! Where has everyone disappeared to?!" Guard Lin shouted, seeing no one around.

The shopkeeper, who had been at his wit's end, brightened upon hearing the voice. Guard Lin was from the Hu Family, one of the six great families, and held a position of considerable standing within it. If he could mediate, today's matter could possibly be resolved! With this thought, the shopkeeper turned and hurried out.

Several figures stood at the entrance of the stairway.

The shopkeeper hurried over. Anxious to resolve the matter with Gu Yufeng's group, he hadn't noticed the people accompanying Guard Lin.

"Guard Lin, you're finally here! Young Master Gu and a young man got into a fight inside. I hope you can mediate."

"Gu Yufeng? That kid has gotten into trouble again?" Guard Lin frowned. Gu Yufeng was known for his arrogant and overbearing ways and had often caused trouble.

Guard Lin involuntarily glanced at the well-dressed young man beside him. The young man had a noble air, a treasured sword hanging from his waist. He nodded and said, "Important matters first. Let's go and see."

Guard Lin nodded.

The shopkeeper was overjoyed and quickly led the way, though he felt a pang of puzzlement. It seemed Guard Lin had been asking for the young man's opinion. Considering Guard Lin's status, even the City Lord of Wind Howl City would show him some respect. He found this rather incredible.

Maybe I'm overthinking. The shopkeeper shook his head and led them directly towards the private room.

Upon reaching the outside of the room, the shopkeeper looked at Guard Lin hesitantly and said, "Guard Lin, the young man who was fighting with Young Master Gu is said to be a student on the Hidden Dragon List of the Purple Sun School. He is very powerful! He had even defeated Young Master Gu just moments ago."

"Oh? Able to defeat Gu Yufeng? Could it be Yang Hong, the 'Twin Sword Guest' of the Purple Sun School? But Yang Hong shouldn't possess such strength..." The young man in brocade robes walking beside Guard Lin showed a flicker of interest in his eyes.

"We'll find out who it is when we go inside," Guard Lin said, pushing the door open.

Luo Feng and his companions were in a standoff with Gu Yufeng. Hearing the noise, their gazes shifted towards the door.

"Young Master, it's Guard Lin! We can ask him to help us deal with this brat!" the martial artist with small eyes saw Guard Lin at the head of the group and whispered to Gu Yufeng.

Gu Yufeng glanced at Luo Feng. A cold glint flickered deep within his pupils, and he gave an almost imperceptible nod.

"Brother!"

Hu Caiyun's gaze fell on the young man behind Guard Lin. Her eyes lit up, and she ran over.

Caiyun's brother?

Luo Feng's thoughts stirred. He turned his gaze towards the young man in brocade. With sharp brows and star-like eyes, an imposing bearing, it was none other than Hu Yitian, the young master of the Hu Family, whom he had met once at Sky Wolf Camp.

"Caiyun!"

Upon seeing Hu Caiyun, a smile spread across Hu Yitian's solemn face. He tapped her on the forehead and chided, "You dared to run off to the Ghost Howl Forest? Do you realize how worried Mother was?"

Hu Caiyun stuck out her little pink tongue, tugged on Hu Yitian's arm, and pointed at Luo Feng. "Brother, look who I brought to see you!"

"Luo Feng, it's you!"

Seeing Luo Feng, Hu Yitian was taken aback, then said with an understanding smile, "I was just wondering who had defeated Gu Yufeng. I didn't expect it to be you."

Luo Feng studied Hu Yitian carefully. His aura was profound, his Jing Qi consolidated, and his eyes shone with a keen light. He had already reached the late Seventh Stage of the Essence storage Realm. He had made considerable progress during this time.

"What do you mean by that?" Gu Yufeng, already displeased, heard Hu Yitian's implicitly mocking words, and his gaze turned cold.

"Brother, this man is awful! He tried to forcibly take our private room! And he even fought with Luo Feng," Hu Caiyun said, pointing at Gu Yufeng and pouting her red lips.

Hu Yitian frowned, his sharp gaze falling on Gu Yufeng. "Is this true?"

Gu Yufeng scoffed, "So what if it is?"

Hu Yitian stated plainly, "Apologize to my sister and Luo Feng, and I won't pursue this matter."

Beside him, the martial artist with small eyes sneered, "Who do you think you are, daring to tell our Young Master to apologize! Our Young Master is the Eldest Young Master of the Gu Family of Wind Howl City. Even the City Lord of Wind Howl City must show him deference! This is between my Young Master and Luo Feng. You'd best not meddle!"

"The Gu Family of Wind Howl City..." Hu Yitian burst into hearty laughter.

Gu Yufeng's brow furrowed, and he asked coldly, "What are you laughing at?"

The shopkeeper, seeing Guard Lin also smiling, sensed that something was amiss. He asked Guard Lin, "Guard Lin, which family's young master is this?"

Guard Lin shook his head, stepped forward, and addressed the martial artist with small eyes sternly, "Hu! Lin! Duanmu! Hong! Gu! Dan! This is Hu Yitian, Eldest Young Master of the Hu Family, one of the Six Great Families of the Flowing Cloud Region. The Gu Family is indeed a prominent clan in Wind Howl City, but compared to the Six Great Families, there's likely still a considerable gap..."

The Eldest Young Master of the Hu Family!

The martial artist with small eyes swallowed hard, his face paling.

The Hu Family ranks among the top three of the Six Great Families, possessing immense power and even maintaining a base in Wind Howl City! Although the Gu Family is second only to the Six Great Families, there's still a substantial disparity when truly compared.

Gu Yufeng was also shocked. Since Guard Lin himself had said it, it couldn't be false.

Gritting his teeth, Gu Yufeng composed himself and cupped his fist. "My apologies for the offense earlier. We shall leave now!"

Shooting Luo Feng a cold glare, Gu Yufeng led his men out of the private room in disgrace. He didn't dare offend the Six Great Families, so naturally, all his resentment was directed at Luo Feng.

Once Gu Yufeng and his men had left, the shopkeeper rushed forward with an apologetic smile. "Young Master Hu, Young Master Luo, I was in a difficult position earlier. Please, don't take it to heart, Young Masters. I will arrange another private room for you right away..."

Luo Feng waved his hand. "No need. Just replace the tables and chairs."

"Yes, yes! Right away!"

Seeing that Luo Feng didn't intend to pursue the matter, the shopkeeper was overjoyed. He bowed repeatedly while he and a waiter quickly replaced the tables and chairs.

After the shopkeeper left, Hu Yitian asked Guard Lin to find Bing Ruolan and the others, then sat down opposite Luo Feng.

Looking at the wrecked room, Hu Yitian mused, "Luo Feng, it's only been two months, and I didn't expect you to have already made it onto the Hidden Dragon List. Given that you could defeat Gu Yufeng, you must also be at the peak of the Seventh Stage of the Essence storage Realm, correct?"

Luo Feng nodded. "Yes, I broke through just a few days ago."

Although he had anticipated it, Hu Yitian couldn't help but draw a sharp breath when Luo Feng confirmed it. The last time they met, Luo Feng had only been at the late Sixth Stage of the Essence storage Realm. To reach his current stage in just two months—such a cultivation speed was truly astounding.

"Two months ago, my cultivation was still above yours. Now, I've been left far behind. You've truly caused a sensation," Hu Yitian remarked with admiration.

Luo Feng smiled. "You're not doing badly yourself. If I'm not mistaken, you should be able to reach the peak of the Seventh Stage of the Essence storage Realm very soon."

Hu Yitian grinned confidently. "I came this time hoping to obtain the Bigang Pill. If I can get that pill, I'll be able to break through within ten days!"

Luo Feng was momentarily stunned; Hu Yitian's confidence suggested he was indeed on the verge of a breakthrough.

"Luo Feng, I've also heard about your situation with Duanmu Yu," Hu Yitian said, idly turning the teacup on the table. "Do you need my help?"

Preferring to handle his own affairs, Luo Feng shook his head. "I can manage."

Hu Yitian knew that martial artists had their own ways of doing things, so he didn't insist, merely saying, "If you truly run into trouble, you can find me anytime at Cold Cloud Valley. You've saved my sister and me twice. I, Hu Yitian, am not one to forget such kindness!"

Luo Feng nodded. "Count on it."