Chapter 85

Ding Wenfeng indeed had rich combat experience. After releasing the Thousand Layer Waves, he instantly approached Gu Fan and delivered a devastating punch. Whether in terms of suddenness or power, it was an excellent choice.

However, Gu Fan turned out to be much stronger than Ding Wenfeng had imagined, and his mental fortitude was also far beyond what Ding Wenfeng had anticipated.

The Fireball Spell could counter the Thousand Layer Waves!

Therefore, the Thousand Layer Waves did not distract Gu Fan at all, even though he sensed its difference this time. Gu Fan firmly believed that his Fireball Spell would definitely block the Thousand Layer Waves completely.

Without being distracted, and suppressing the panic caused by Ding Wenfeng's sudden close-range attack, Gu Fan felt confident and even smiled. This was quite natural.

Gu Fan's response to Ding Wenfeng's punch was very simple.

The spiritual energy of the Immortal Doctor burst forth, combined with all his physical strength, and with a tearing sound, he directly confronted Ding Wenfeng's punch.

The close-range collision produced a loud boom, and Ding Wenfeng was directly punched away by Gu Fan.

Gu Fan quickly moved to follow up, intending to defeat Ding Wenfeng in one go.

But suddenly, a sharp spiritual energy force rushed towards him. It was the Thousand Layer Waves!

Gu Fan was surprised. The Thousand Layer Waves had split into two parts, one part countering the fireball, and the other part rushing towards Gu Fan.

Although its power was not great, it was enough to stop Gu Fan's pursuit.

Looking at Ding Wenfeng, who had regained his footing, Gu Fan couldn't help but admire his skill in using secret techniques, which was far superior to his own. In terms of practical combat experience, Gu Fan still had a significant gap compared to these old hands.

However, this made Gu Fan even more interested.

He could hone his practical combat experience from Ding Wenfeng!

As for the quantity and quality of spiritual energy, as well as the techniques and secret skills, being higher than Ding Wenfeng but not winning, Gu Fan felt no disappointment at all.

Because Gu Fan knew this was his weak point.

Soon, Ding Wenfeng began to suffer.

He found that his so-called experience and the use of some strange secret techniques were becoming less and less effective against Gu Fan. Meanwhile, Gu Fan's practical combat experience was rapidly improving, not just by a factor of three, but by five, seven, or even ten. This demonic absorption speed made Ding Wenfeng dare not reveal his trump cards anymore!

But without revealing new trump cards, he couldn't do anything to Gu Fan, and in the end, he was overwhelmed. Under pressure, he had to counterattack, revealing his trump cards, which only further provoked Gu Fan, leading to another overwhelming defeat... This cycle of events quickly turned into a huge, indescribable torment for Ding Wenfeng.

Duan Jingsheng watched from a distance, his eyes increasingly bright.

Gu Fan's combat power was secondary; what was most valuable was his adaptability and learning ability.

Moreover, he was so young, and who knew when he would enter the Foundation Establishment stage.

Once he entered the Foundation Establishment stage...

This would be a 'local' expert born in the Donghai Branch, and the entire Donghai Branch would be able to hold their heads high. They wouldn't have to always seek help from headquarters.

Duan Jingsheng watched with great interest, completely ignoring the fact that Ding Wenfeng was increasingly being overwhelmed.

"Stop fighting!" Ding Wenfeng shouted, quickly retreating and moving away from Gu Fan.

The speed was almost like fleeing for his life.

Gu Fan wasn't satisfied yet.

This kind of intense battle and the rapid progress it brought were something Gu Fan enjoyed.

This was completely different from being beaten by his master.

"Deputy Captain Di, this won't do. You haven't captured me yet. How can you stop fighting?" Gu Fan insisted.

Ding Wenfeng stared at Gu Fan, really wanting to slap him... What was he being so proud about?

But thinking that continuing to fight would only result in more humiliation and that he had no more trump cards left, he had to suppress his anger.

Ding Wenfeng ignored Gu Fan and looked at Duan Jingsheng, moving his lips slightly.

"Captain, try to recruit him!" Ding Wenfeng used lip reading.

Duan Jingsheng smiled. Previously, Ding Wenfeng wasn't like this. Now, it was clear that he had been beaten into submission by Gu Fan.

But Duan Jingsheng just kept smiling bitterly.

He wanted to recruit Gu Fan and had this thought all along, without any change.

Even allowing Ding Wenfeng to attack and the surrounding personnel to move was all aimed at putting pressure on Gu Fan... Whether voluntarily or involuntarily, he wanted Gu Fan to join first.

But now, Ding Wenfeng had been defeated!

Should they really all attack together? If so, bringing Gu Fan in might not be a good outcome!

"Captain Duan!" Seeing Ding Wenfeng back down, Gu Fan looked at Duan Jingsheng and said with a smile, "Why don't you try to catch me?"

Gu Fan was eager for more... He was like a thick sponge that had never met water, always dry.

Ding Wenfeng had only made the sponge slightly wet, far from satisfying.

Ding Wenfeng was just a deputy captain; as the captain, Duan Jingsheng must be even stronger! This would be an excellent sparring partner!

Yes, just a sparring partner!

They were here to recruit him, so even if they were stronger than Gu Fan, he didn't need to worry about his life.

Duan Jingsheng's expression stiffened slightly, then he said with a righteous tone, "In the world of martial arts, there are grudges and rules. The Special Task Force's mission is to maintain social harmony. As long as your actions with the Yi Wu Gate don't involve ordinary people, there's nothing wrong with them. Why would we need to capture you?"

Ding Wenfeng was stunned... He had never realized that the captain could lie and do so with such righteousness. Truly, the captain was the captain!

Gu Fan was even more stunned. How could the captain and deputy captain have such different attitudes? Why wasn't Duan Jingsheng like this before? Damn, strength is the foundation, and it's so real.

"Captain Duan, since that's the case, I'll take my leave!" Gu Fan was regretful, but he had already gained a lot and shouldn't be too greedy.

Duan Jingsheng waved his hand.

The Special Task Force members near the tomb instantly disappeared, giving the impression of being well-trained.

"Gu Fan, are you really not considering joining the Special Task Force?" Duan Jingsheng said seriously, "If you join, all conditions can be negotiated. Moreover, we are all guardians, protecting the peace and tranquility of our country, defending against foreign infiltration, and contributing to the nation. Many people, whether ancient martial artists, psychics, or cultivators, the stronger they become, the more they lose their sense of home and country. They only follow the law because they lack the power to resist it. In my view, such people have lost their true hearts!"

"As cultivators, we seek personal strength, and that's not wrong. But if it's only personal strength, it's too shallow. Without a home and country, how can an individual survive? During the wars decades ago, when foreign forces invaded, many ancient martial artists, psychics, and cultivators only cared about their own safety! Many survived, but even more were found and killed by foreign forces. How many of our traditions did they steal? Why do foreign countries have ancient martial artists? Why are their psychic systems so complete? Why can foreigners cultivate? Isn't it because they stole from us? Only when our country is strong and we are united can we prevent our treasures from being taken. Gu Fan, you are young, and I have reviewed your records. You are an excellent student, especially in political science. I believe your understanding of the concept of home and country is different from others. I sincerely hope you will join our big family, contribute a little, and help more people live in peace and more families enjoy happiness!"

Gu Fan felt the same way.

No matter what, the education Gu Fan received was quite traditional, not much different from ordinary people.

Duan Jingsheng was right about one thing: Gu Fan did have a sense of home and country.

Rescuing Feng Bingbing was partly because of their acquaintance, but more importantly, it was because John was a foreigner!

How could China allow foreigners to run rampant?

Therefore, Gu Fan solemnly clasped his hands and said, "Captain Duan, I am a Chinese person in life and a Chinese soul in death. I live within the law and never forget my home and country. I always keep my responsibilities in mind. Whenever my country needs me, and whenever someone invades our land, I will spare no effort, even if it means sacrificing my life!"

Duan Jingsheng's face lit up; he hadn't expected Gu Fan to be so passionate.

He wanted to seize the moment and press further.

But before he could speak, Gu Fan continued, "But I cannot join the Special Task Force. It's not that I don't want to, but that I can't!"

Don't want to! Can't!

Two words, but a world of difference.

"Why?" Duan Jingsheng was puzzled, and Ding Wenfeng looked at Gu Fan with equal confusion.

"Captain Duan, Deputy Captain Di, look at this!" Gu Fan smiled bitterly, then without hesitation, threw something.

It was an ancient token. Apart from its simplicity, it had no other special features, no mysterious patterns, no special materials, and no shiny surface. On one side was the character for 'Immortal' (仙), and on the other side was the character for 'Doctor' (医).

Although Duan Jingsheng and Ding Wenfeng were just the captain and deputy captain of the Red Team of the First Brigade of the Donghai Branch, their status in the entire Special Task Force system was still quite high due to Donghai's importance in the country.

Therefore, they knew a lot.

At first, the token confused them, but after a moment's thought, both Duan Jingsheng and Ding Wenfeng were shocked!

"Immortal Doctor Sect! Sect Master!" Duan Jingsheng and Ding Wenfeng looked at each other, their faces full of shock.