Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King-Chapter 307 - 264: True Face Revealed, Lady Luo Surprised, Martial Arts Transformation, Infinite Wonders

Chapter 307: Chapter 264: True Face Revealed, Lady Luo Surprised, Martial Arts Transformation, Infinite Wonders

He made a resolution in his heart and said in a deep voice, "Apologies!" As his whole body surged with blood and energy, his arms rapidly thinned, turning into skin wrapped over bones.

He prepared his palm strike. This palm strike was called the "Blood Bat Muscle-Reducing Palm," the most powerful killing move of the Black-faced Bat King. After building up momentum for some time, he said, "Watch my palm!" and thrust both palms forward fiercely.

The blood mist was foul and turbid, and the surrounding flowers, plants, and trees withered upon contact. Blood flowed on the leaves, and the tree trunks were dyed crimson. This palm strike had been gathering force for a long time and was extremely formidable.

Li Xian laughed loudly, "Great, hahaha, this is intense!" showing his arrogance. However... when those two palms thrust in front of him, he suddenly dodged. The Black-faced Bat King was overjoyed, thinking even someone as renowned as Hua wouldn’t dare face this palm directly. Yet, he never expected Li Xian to suddenly draw his sword, and two streaks of Yang Yuan Sword Qi hit his body with a "swoosh swoosh".

The Black-faced Bat King cried out in agony, attempting to retreat defensively but too late. This palm utilized the momentum of his entire body and, once released, was as unstoppable as a raging river.

With the first palm, he feared Li Xian might deceive him, releasing 30% of his palm force and holding back the remaining 70%, with numerous follow-up moves hidden. By the second palm, although he acknowledged Li Xian’s worthiness, he released 70% of his palm force and held back 30% to ensure a future escape. By the third palm, he was already intimidated and believed he must injure Li Xian to have a chance of survival.

Thus, he never anticipated a follow-up move for the third palm.

Li Xian’s talk of "an agreement of three palms" was precisely for this moment. He suddenly struck when the enemy was exhausted and out of options. The Black-faced Bat King, hidden beneath his cloak, awaited an opportunity to attack unsuspecting foes, angered and frustrated, before surprising them with an unexpected attack.

Yet, Li Xian’s layer upon layer of inducement was slightly more sophisticated. Once his sword was drawn, he showed no mercy, each move ferocious and swift.

The Black-faced Bat King bellowed, "You brat! You tricked me! You actually dared to deceive me!" As his attacks lost momentum and he stumbled from the continuous assault, he was utterly embarrassed.

Li Xian said, "Hua Feiyan! Aren’t you coming yet!"

Luo Feiyan was momentarily startled but quickly understood the situation. It turned out Li Xian had pretended to be a high-skilled master, tricking the Black-faced Bat King into using all his might before fully depleting his energy.

Luo Feiyan cursed, "Bastard!" yet her face was joyful as she assisted in the flank attack.

Luo Feiyan’s palm strikes were relentless, using the Luo Family Cotton Palm, Silk-thread Hand, and Falling Flower Scatter Palm. Li Xian executed the Daluo Saber Technique to assist from the side. The Black-faced Bat King, heavily wounded, resisted for a moment longer before suffering several more sword and palm strikes.

The Black-faced Bat King felt hopeless, riddled with regret and resentment. If he had chosen direct combat, fighting while escaping, he might have prolonged the battle. By dusk, there was a chance to escape.

He was flung backward and collapsed on the ground, cursing, "You wretched kid! I was fooled by you; my death is so unjust. My master will avenge me! Just you wait!" With one last breath, he died.

Li Xian muttered, "She also struck, so why blame me?" Luo Feiyan’s face darkened as she shot a fierce glance at Li Xian.

Li Xian anticipated that in Jianghu, masters had numerous tricks, and just because his breath ceased didn’t mean he was dead; he had to cautiously test. So, he used stones to strike and ensured by breaking the skin and opening the flesh... Finally convinced the Black-faced Bat King was truly dead, he was somewhat relieved.

Li Xian said, "Miss, thank you for your help. Regarding what was said earlier, please don’t mind." Luo Feiyan said gladly, "Young Master, you’re too formal! I’m not someone who holds grudges."

Li Xian replied, "That’s good then!"

Luo Feiyan laughed, "To be honest, given your talent, why disguise yourself as ugly? I... I was so oblivious on the way here, treating you quite rudely. At the crucial moment, you held no grudges and heroically rescued me; I’m incredibly grateful!"

Her face blushed, glancing at Li Xian’s face. She thought to herself, "What a handsome appearance, and wondered, "Is the red mole on his forehead a sign of Rebirth? If given a chance, I should ask."

Li Xian said, "It’s hard to speak of... ah, but it’s quite a sad affair." Luo Feiyan gently said, "Now that the villain is gone, if Young Master has the leisure, why not... why not share with me?"

Li Xian said, "Miss Feiyan, you... you’d really like to hear my mundane tale?" Luo Feiyan smiled, "If Young Master is willing to speak, I’m willing to listen."

Li Xian felt grateful, "Then... that’s great! I have so much on my mind, with nowhere to vent; you being willing to listen, I’m truly... truly so thankful. Ahem ahem..." Saying halfway, his legs suddenly weakened, and he fell towards the ground.

Luo Feiyan was very concerned, immediately supporting him, and asked, "Young Master Hua... what’s wrong?" Li Xian replied, "Perhaps... perhaps it’s because I forcefully handled two palm strikes and suffered internal injuries!"

Luo Feiyan said, "I have healing medicine." Li Xian said, "Miss Yan... I’m so thirsty, could you please get some water for me."

Luo Feiyan fed Li Xian an elixir and said, "Alright! Wait here." She turned and went to look for a stream.

Li Xian watched Luo Feiyan leave, his injuries healed, laughing, "The little girl is still easy to fool, sorry Miss Luo." He then proceeded to search the corpse of the Black-faced Bat King.

He found three treasures: the Heaven and Earth Box, Blood Training Three Classics, and the Blood Muscle Regenerating Recipe.

The Heaven and Earth Box contains the "Yellow Nine Ginseng". Yellow and smooth as jade, its beard lush and dense. A section of ginseng head and a segment of ginseng beard...Though incomplete, Li Xian, mastering the "Perceiving Characteristic", enhances its magic essence, surely more than enough!

Li Xian murmured:

"Heaven doesn’t fail a determined person. I truly snatched this Yellow Nine Ginseng by accident. Thus, I’m just one ingredient ’Dew of Dawn’ away from Magic Dao·Golden Light. Even if I can’t obtain Dew of Dawn, gaining other Human Yellow might help perceive Magic Dao. The quality of Magic Dao, however, is hard to predict."

He looked into the distance, contemplating once again: "It seems Luo Feiyan doesn’t know that the Black-faced Bat King hides precious treasures. Otherwise, why would she fetch water for me? I intentionally tested her, and she fell into the trap. But if that’s the case...how do I respond? Later, I must find a way to send her off. If she returns to the Luo mansion and reveals the situation, the Luo mansion will definitely frame me and issue a warrant against me!"

"Oh dear! The Luo mansion isn’t too much trouble; it’s just local powers. I can flee far away, out of this region. Their power wanes, making it difficult to catch me. But I fear drawing Wen Caishang’s attention!"

There’s not much good strategy to consider.

Li Xian faintly heard a movement, knowing Luo Feiyan rushed back. He couldn’t examine the other treasures carefully and tucked them into his chest pocket.

Luo Feiyan said, "Young Master Hua, the water has arrived, drink quickly." Her face flushed suddenly: "This... This is my water bag. But the matter is urgent, so just bear with it."

Li Xian mused: "Do all women change their faces so quickly?" Accepting the water bag, lingering fragrance remained, faintly visible on the red lips. He drank a few sips, smiling: "Thank you, young lady. I’m much better now. This water is exceptionally sweet."

Luo Feiyan’s pretty face turned slightly red, a mix of bashfulness and joy. She said, "You slew the Black-faced Bat King, a great deed indeed. Come back with me to the Luo mansion; I can ask our clan doctor to treat you."

Thinking of her family’s promise, anyone slaying the Black-faced Bat King might compete with her. Feeling shy, previously she had resented him, but now she hid her shyness mixed with happiness.

Strangely, she felt no aversion.

Luo Feiyan asked, "Young Master, where are you from? Where does your family reside? Do you belong to a clan or sect?"

Li Xian replied, "Of little fame, a drifting life." Luo Feiyan rejoiced: "Then... do you have marital engagements?"

Li Xian replied, "Turns out you’re concerned about that matter. No worries... I will discuss such matters with your family personally. For a lady’s significant matters, how can one speak so recklessly and decide unilaterally?"

Luo Feiyan felt grateful, finding Li Xian to be quite reasonable. Yet she couldn’t help utterly being slightly disappointed, muttering: "I didn’t mind it after all."

Luo Feiyan said, "Young Master, the matter you mentioned earlier that saddened you is..." Li Xian replied, "Please lend me your ear."

Luo Feiyan’s cheeks turned slightly red, lightly leaning her head over, the fragrance of her hair vague. Li Xian said, "That matter is..." Warm breath fell, tickling her ear.

It seemed to tickle her heart. Li Xian said, "That is...please don’t blame me, Miss Luo." Suddenly, he used "Miao Yun Hand" to hit Luo Feiyan’s acupuncture point.

The Inner Qi was strong and vigorous.

Luo Feiyan was completely unprepared; her eyes rolled over, then she fainted, falling onto Li Xian’s chest. Li Xian pondered: "Better tie her up and find a way to escape."

"We meet by chance, offense is inevitable. But preserving my life is urgent, offense then offense."

Li Xian’s "Silk Jade Rope" was already in the box, buried elsewhere. He feared Wen Caishang would trace him through the silk. Though he couldn’t ascertain whether Wen Caishang had such an ability, the Silk Array in Tiger Cry Ridge certainly could locate him. Thus, he dared not keep it.

Li Xian had no rope, suddenly his expression brightened, remembering the "Golden Leopard Tendon". Since borrowing the "Yellow Dao Bow", the Golden Leopard Bow became redundant. He carried a variety of things, making it difficult to carry two bows. The Yellow Dao Bow belonged to Wen Caishang, inevitably hard to abandon. Wen Caishang ordered Li Xian to borrow it. He had no choice but to abandon the Golden Leopard Bow.

He didn’t want to completely abandon it, so he removed the bowstring. Using it at his waist, this time it came in handy.

Li Xian straightened the Golden Leopard Tendon, roughly tied her hands, laid Luo Feiyan flat on the ground, seeing her clothes disheveled, unable to conceal her charms. Li Xian saw her inner wear and laughed: "This Luo Feiyan dresses quite boldly."

He was carrying "Ma Poison", increased the dosage, and fed it to her. After completing these tasks, he estimated she would be unconscious for several hours, which would be more than enough, thus marking the time.

"In this way, these two hours, I can deal with the Black-faced Bat King’s body carefully. This forest, though not too big or small. Encountering wandering Jianghu guests could be troublesome."

Li Xian held the Sinking River Sword, using the "Daluo Saber Technique". Chopping and digging the ground, he carved out a large dirt pit.

Tossing the Black-faced Bat King into the pit. Covered with soil, mission accomplished.