Chapter 4

"Damn it, this wilderness road is really hard to walk. I'm so tired. I got such a tough job early in the morning, it's really bad luck. I must find that kid and vent my anger on him later," a slightly sharp complaining voice sounded.

"Third Brother, complain less. The young master only entrusted us with this task because he trusts us. Do you think we won't get a reward when we finish the job and return?" Another voice whispered, scolding Third Brother.

"Hehe, that's true. If I get some more reward money this time, I can go to the Green Jade Tower again. I've been thinking about that little Yu all the time," Third Brother said with a lecherous laugh.

"I've told you countless times, spend less energy on women. You're still at the third level of Body Tempering, and I feel ashamed for you..."

Hearing these two people's conversation, Lu Xuan's heart tightened. If he guessed correctly, the kid Third Brother mentioned was himself, and the young master the other person mentioned was probably Long Yang. He didn't expect that even after beating him up, Long Yang still wasn't at ease.

Soon, the two people spoke again, and Lu Xuan continued to listen intently, his mind racing to think of a plan.

"If I remember correctly, we should be there soon. Heh, that kid is probably still lying on the ground, unable to get up!"

"Right, let's finish it quickly and go back. Don't kill that kid, just destroy his dantian."

Hearing this, Lu Xuan was both shocked and angry!

Long Yang, you really don't trust me. You're so ruthless. The dantian is the foundation of a martial artist. Once it's destroyed, there's no hope left. For a martial artist, it's the same as death.

However, although he was shocked and angry, Lu Xuan didn't lose his composure. From their conversation, Third Brother was at the third level of Body Tempering, and the other person was at least at the fourth level. Lu Xuan knew that he couldn't match them alone.

A wise man doesn't fight a losing battle. He could settle this score later.

Taking advantage of the fact that the two hadn't seen him yet, Lu Xuan decided to avoid the confrontation and turned to leave.

But just as Lu Xuan was about to leave, he accidentally stepped on a dry branch under the tree.

A crisp "snap" echoed in the area, clearly heard by Lu Xuan and the two people!

Lu Xuan's heart sank. He knew that the sound had definitely been noticed by the two people!

So he decided not to hide anymore and burst into a sprint.

As Lu Xuan ran, the two people, attracted by the sound of the broken branch, finally approached. Seeing Lu Xuan's back, Third Brother immediately shouted, "Second Brother, it's that kid! Quick, chase him!"

Seeing Lu Xuan trying to escape, Second Brother didn't hesitate and immediately burst into his fastest speed to catch up!

Hearing the wind rushing behind him, Lu Xuan didn't dare to look back. He had just advanced to the third level of Body Tempering, and he was no match for Second Brother, who was at the fourth level, let alone Third Brother, who was also at the third level.

But Second Brother's speed was far superior to Lu Xuan's. At the fourth level of Body Tempering, he was not comparable to the third level. Soon, he swept past like a gale, blocking Lu Xuan's path. Lu Xuan's way forward was instantly blocked.

Without time to turn around, Lu Xuan was stopped, and the slightly slower Third Brother had also caught up from behind. With a wolf in front and a tiger behind, Lu Xuan was surrounded.

"Heh, a second-level Body Tempering trash, actually daring to run. Not bad! Run, I dare you to keep running. Do you think I can't crush you with one hand?" Third Brother slowly approached Lu Xuan, his face full of arrogance.

Seeing that Lu Xuan didn't dare to run anymore, Third Brother gloated, "You deserve this. Young Master Long Yang is kind-hearted, wanting to spare your life, but unfortunately, your life is worthless to Young Master Long Tai. Today, I'm here to take your life."

"So, the one who sent people to attack me is actually Long Tai," Lu Xuan thought. Yesterday, Long Yang didn't dare to kill him, but Long Tai didn't care at all. To him, Lu Xuan's life was as insignificant as an ant. Destroying Lu Xuan's dantian was just a matter of a word.

However, even though he was surrounded, Lu Xuan didn't panic. He watched Third Brother approach silently, slowly gathering his strength in his hands, thinking, "Closer, a little closer..."

Both of them thought Lu Xuan was still at the second level of Body Tempering. As soon as Third Brother entered his attack range, Lu Xuan would strike suddenly. If he could take out Third Brother with one hit, he might have a chance against Second Brother, who was at the fourth level!

As Third Brother stepped within two meters of Lu Xuan, Lu Xuan was about to strike, but Second Brother's voice suddenly interrupted.

"Wait!"

With Second Brother's command, Third Brother stopped, and Lu Xuan had to hold back his attack. He only had one chance to ambush, and it had to be successful.

Second Brother was now staring at Lu Xuan suspiciously. He clearly remembered that this kid had been beaten to near death yesterday, yet he was now full of energy. It was strange.

"Kid, do you have something valuable on you? Hand it over, and I might spare your life. Otherwise, hmm..." Second Brother said menacingly.

Lu Xuan remained silent, not because he didn't want to speak, but because he was holding his breath, not daring to let it out.

"Silent, huh? Since you refuse the easy way, don't blame me!" Second Brother sneered, "Third Brother, search him."

In his view, Lu Xuan, a mere second-level Body Tempering kid, was easy to handle. Third Brother was more than enough to deal with him, while he would stand by to prevent Lu Xuan from escaping.

"Treasures? Let me search." Hearing Second Brother's command, Third Brother's eyes lit up. He rolled up his sleeves and walked toward Lu Xuan, closing the distance in one step!

This was the moment!

As Third Brother stepped within one meter of Lu Xuan, Lu Xuan's fists suddenly shot out!

With nearly a thousand pounds of force, he struck Third Brother's chest with all his might!

Although Third Brother was also at the third level of Body Tempering, he had spent all his strength on women and was now just a shell. Without any defense, he couldn't withstand Lu Xuan's full-force attack.

In one blow, Third Brother's chest caved in as if hit by a sledgehammer, and he was knocked unconscious, likely dead.

The sudden turn of events completely caught Second Brother off guard. He saw Third Brother being hit and flying back, spitting out blood, and didn't know if he was alive or dead.

"Third Brother!" Second Brother cried out in grief, instantly enraged. What he thought was a sure thing had turned into this. He no longer cared about the treasure or the young master's orders; he just wanted to tear Lu Xuan apart!

After the successful ambush, Lu Xuan didn't have time to breathe a sigh of relief. He turned and ran, but Second Brother, now enraged, charged at him like a madman.

After just a few steps, Lu Xuan was caught by the enraged Second Brother. A powerful punch aimed at the back of Lu Xuan's head came with a gust of wind.

With no choice, Lu Xuan turned and swung his fist to block the attack.

The two fists collided, and Lu Xuan immediately spat out a mouthful of blood, being sent flying. The gap between the third and fourth levels of Body Tempering was significant.

The third level of Body Tempering had a strength of only nine hundred pounds, while the fourth level required a strength of one thousand four hundred pounds!

Although he was hit and sent flying, the enraged Second Brother didn't stop. He accelerated and threw another punch, aiming directly at Lu Xuan's dantian. If this punch landed, Lu Xuan would either die or become a cripple.

In mid-air, Lu Xuan had nowhere to brace himself. He could only watch helplessly as the punch, carrying a thousand pounds of force, aimed at his dantian.

Lu Xuan couldn't help but show a bitter smile. Was it really the will of heaven to destroy him? He had just obtained a great opportunity and seen a glimmer of hope, but it seemed he was destined to be unable to enjoy it...

"Die!" Second Brother roared, his fist striking Lu Xuan's dantian.

Lu Xuan felt a sharp pain, and the force of the punch penetrated his body, hitting his dantian directly.

At that moment, the mysterious sword crystal in his dantian was slowly rotating. Suddenly, it was struck by the powerful blow, trembling as if hit by a heavy object. A thin crystal flake was knocked off and instantly disappeared.

At the same time, a sword aura burst out from the sword crystal, instantly piercing through Lu Xuan's body and shooting straight at Second Brother!