Wow! The item-dropping rate is really high!-Chapter 1016 - 702: Humiliation

"We come from the Human Federation Central, heading to 'Ming Pearl Port' on official duty, not intending to intrude on your territory. We mean no harm, would you allow us passage?"

She knew that reasoning with a Beastman was mostly futile, but she had to try to avoid unnecessary conflict. Their time was precious and couldn't afford delays, nor did they want to lose manpower here.

"Federation? Central? Official duty?" Knife-faced Kan seemed to have heard something amusing and laughed heartily, rocking back and forth. The Beastman lads beside him joined in the uproarious laughter, "Wahaha! I don't care about your official business! All I know is that your human vehicle looks sturdy and could probably yield plenty of good parts! And moreover..."

His yellow eyes roamed over Kiro Lan and Morphie, lingering on Morphie, as if sensing the surging Spiritual Energy and unusual aura from him, and his battle intent began to ignite.

"You look... tougher than those ordinary human sprouts, don't you? Especially you, the kid with the sword!"

He pointed his enormous axe at Morphie, challenging boorishly, "Come! Fight me! Let me see if there are any good opponents like 'that previous human' among humans now!"

"'That previous human'?" Morphie's eyes narrowed.

"Yes! A human who used a bow, then a sword, and even fists to waaaaagh beat me up!" Knife-faced Kan's voice seemed to carry a hint of admiration and... respect?

"He was strong! Very waaaagh! The most waaaagh human I've ever encountered! You..."

He scrutinized Morphie, shook his head, and spoke with obvious disappointment and disdain, "You look... far inferior. But among those I've met recently, you're the strongest. Come, fight!"

This undisguised evaluation ignited a fire in Morphie's heart, but he forced himself to remain calm.

He knew the other was referring to Bai E.

He was indeed far inferior to Bai E, that was the truth.

But being so underestimated by a Beastman, especially in front of Kiro Lan and many subordinates he had to protect, still made him feel humiliated.

Most importantly... will he never be able to surpass Bai E?

"Fight or not? If not, get out of the way, leave the vehicle and goods, and if I'm in a good mood, maybe I'll let you sprouts go!" Knife-faced Kan impatiently waved his huge axe.

Morphie hung his head, his shoulders trembling slightly.

"Morphie..." Kiro Lan whispered through Spiritual Energy, "Don't be impulsive. We have a mission; it's not wise to get into a fight. Find a way to break through or... try negotiating some terms."

She knew Morphie's competitive nature but now was not the time to be reckless.

Facing those eyes filled with provocation and disdain, listening to the jeering and bizarre shouts of surrounding Beastmen lads that grew louder and louder, a rush of hot blood surged to his head.

He was not only the protector of this team but also destined to replace Bai E as the strongest human!

If he backed down here, how could he ever catch up to or surpass that savior seen by all of humanity?

"I accept your challenge, Knife-faced Kan." Morphie's voice came through the loudspeaker, cold and resolute, "One-on-one. If I win, you let us pass; if I lose..."

He paused, "I'll let you deal with me as you wish, but let my companions go."

"Morphie!" Kiro Lan was anxious.

"Hahaha! Interesting!" Knife-faced Kan roared excitedly, "I like sprouts with a bit of guts like you! Fine! One-on-one! Let me see if there's anyone who can fight besides that monster among humans now!"

Negotiations broke down, and a fight was inevitable.

Kiro Lan knew she could no longer dissuade, so she gritted her teeth and ordered, "Everyone, stay alert, prepare to support Captain Morphie!"

Morphie took a deep breath, leaped down from the car roof, wielding a battle sword glimmering with subtle Spiritual Energy, moving toward the space between the convoy and the Beastmen.

Knife-faced Kan also jumped off his extravagant battle vehicle, wielding his enormous axe, striding heavily, making the ground seem to tremble slightly.

The two stood 20 meters apart. Without wasting words, the battle erupted almost the moment their eyes met!

"Waaaaaagh!" Knife-faced Kan launched the first attack, his massive body bursting out with astonishing speed not matching his size, charging like a cannonball towards Morphie, swinging his enormous axe down with a fierce, whistling wind!

Simple, crude, but terrifying in power! 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

Morphie dared not directly block it; Spiritual Energy empowered his legs as his figure slid like a ghost to the rear side, simultaneously slashing his battle sword in a cunning arc towards Knife-faced Kan's side.

He knew his strength was far inferior to the opponent's and must rely on speed, agility, and the enhancement of Spiritual Energy.

"Clang!" Knife-faced Kan seemed to anticipate his move, inconceivably redirecting the giant axe mid-swing to parry Morphie's strike.

Amid the loud clash of metal, Morphie felt his arm go numb, causing alarm in his heart:

This Beastman's reaction speed and combat instinct are indeed terrifying!

Yet, such enormous strength had once been defeated by his own hands?

The ensuing battle went on to overwhelmingly suppress him.

Knife-faced Kan wielded his enormous axe like an untiring war machine, his overwhelming and formidable attacks forced Morphie into continuous dodging and blocking, facing constant peril.

Morphie's Spiritual Energy Sword Technique was exquisite and sometimes could seize openings to leave shallow wounds on Knife-faced Kan. However, for the thick-skinned and robust-recovering Beastman war boss, these damages were almost negligible.

In contrast, even a glancing blow from Knife-faced Kan's attack was enough to make Morphie's energy and blood surge convulsively.

"Too slow! Too soft!" Knife-faced Kan continued to lash out while roaring discontentedly, "Is that all you've got? You're way worse than 'that previous human'! He was able to cut at me with a sword and punch me flying!"

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