CHAPTER 423: CHAPTER 093: ANOMALY

Li Weifeng blocked General Xu’s punch, defying everyone’s expectations.

Even if they couldn’t believe it, the undeniable reality was right in front of them, forcing them to accept it, shattering the worldview they had formed since becoming Martial Artists.

A moment ago, everyone believed Li Weifeng was bound to lose, but the next second, they were utterly shocked.

Not only did he fully receive the punch, but he didn’t even take half a step back!

With a loud bang, General Xu stormed out, disappearing into the stairwell.

Everyone around was momentarily stunned, silent as cicadas in winter, scattering like birds and beasts.

Many people’s eyes held a hint of astonishment when they looked at Li Weifeng.

Not even an Official Martial Artist, yet he managed to fend off General Xu’s punch; it was truly incredible, sparking countless thoughts in their minds.

Li Weifeng’s face remained calm as he slowly gathered his energy.

Blocking General Xu’s punch didn’t bring him much pride.

It was merely the eruption of First Grade Qi and Blood Power; there are higher Realms beyond Martial Arts Ninth Grade.

Since he came to this world temporarily unfit to return, he must accomplish something here, gain more strength to empower himself.

"Uncle Chen, can we leave now?"

Walking to the dazed Chen Nanchao, Li Weifeng asked.

His gaze swept over him as if seeing his friend’s son for the first time.

After a moment, he said:

"Yes, let’s go."

Under the gathered gazes, the two left the affairs hall one after the other.

On the street, people came and went.

One in front, one behind.

Suddenly, Chen Nanchao spoke:

"Weifeng, General Xu gave you trouble just now; hope you don’t mind."

"Actually, General Xu wasn’t targeting you; he went through something in the past... Since then, he believes that talented young people like you should stay in Martial Science University to enhance your Cultivation so you can be of greater use in the future."

"He just doesn’t want talented young people like you risking your lives here."

Chen Nanchao didn’t elaborate, but clearly, there’s a story behind it.

Years ago, something happened.

It was that event that created a heart knot within General Xu.

Otherwise, why would a person in a general-level position guarding Pioneer City trouble a passerby like Li Weifeng?

"Rest assured, Uncle Chen, I’m not someone who can’t see the situation."

From General Xu’s words and behavior, Weifeng also guessed some things.

Yet, despite this, he was somewhat annoyed.

After all, facing such trouble for no reason, had he not possessed certain tricks, he’d probably be bedridden for the next ten days or half a month.

Even if it was done out of good intentions, a knot remains in his heart.

Within the affairs hall, people clearly held General Xu in high regard.

As soldiers defending the frontline and secretly protecting mankind’s prosperity, Weifeng respected them deep down but personally didn’t like it.

"Forget it, even if General Xu is like that... he’s still a quick and decisive man who keeps promises; since he acknowledged your qualifications, he won’t trouble you anymore."

"I’ll first find a place for you to settle; the Nanxiang adventurer team’s members are away, so you can cultivate here while helping check the vacant houses in the base. You’re too weak right now; when you become an Official Martial Artist, you can join us for exploration."

"In the Underground Cave World, Cultivation is several times faster than in modern society. This is a rare opportunity for ordinary people, so seize it."

While introducing, he led Weifeng to an area.

Weifeng followed behind without objection.

...

Now, on the second floor of the Pioneer City Affairs Center.

"Old Xu, you still can’t hold your temper. Look, doesn’t your face hurt from the slap?"

Behind the office desk, a middle-aged fat man sat in a chair, smiled slyly as General Xu stormed in, and teased leisurely.

"That little brat, totally ungrateful!"

General Xu cursed as he walked in; seeing the fatty’s demeanor, his anger flared up again.

Bang!

His palm suddenly slapped the desk.

"You don’t need to laugh, old fellow; we might be facing trouble this time."

General Xu’s expression turned ugly, becoming exceptionally grave.

"You think I nagged that kid for no reason? I just want him to leave this place; with his little frame, what could he possibly do in the battle against the Underground Cave humans? Better to return to school for some serious training!"

The middle-aged fatty’s leisurely demeanor suddenly vanished as he too became serious.

He heard the meaning behind General Xu’s words.

"Old Xu, have you caught wind of something?"

"Would I rush over here for nothing?"

General Xu cursed, but his face became extremely grim.

"Over in Celestial South City, they’re gathering supplies, troops are mobilizing, and they’ve summoned young adults from nearby villages. It looks like war might break out again."

The air became deathly silent.

This was why General Xu targeted Li Weifeng.

After all, a young man in the Bone Tempering stage wouldn’t be of much use in the impending war and might likely die in it.

More or less doesn’t matter; dying here is not worth it.

Yet he couldn’t leak the information, causing panic, so he used some small tricks to make Li Weifeng leave.

Unexpectedly, he stumbled in front of that brat.

If that’s the case, he might as well let it go.

"Is your intelligence accurate?"

The middle-aged fatty’s voice was somewhat strained.

"Over eighty percent accurate, and this attack’s scale might be larger than before! Old Wu, we need to prepare."

Silence, another deadly silence.

Old Wu took a smoking pipe from under the desk, stuffed it with some unnamed leaves, lit it, and smoked.

Puff by puff, smoke swirled.

General Xu remained silent, as did Old Wu.

They sat quietly, smoking.

For a long time,

"Recently, the nearest cave to us, Nanjiang Cave, was lost. Our combat strength suffered greatly, forcing us to seal off Nanjiang Cave."

"The loss of Nanjiang Cave caused a huge stir."

"There might be connections between caves, and caves nationwide experienced varying degrees of turmoil, launching varying degrees of attacks; combat strength is very tight, and we might not receive support."

"So, does this mean we just await death?"

General Xu’s expression turned calm.

"At this time, even if we report it, we won’t get much support; we’ll have to defend ourselves."

Old Wu slightly shook his head.

"If that’s the case, then we’ll just focus on defense; even if we die, I’ll bite a piece of their flesh!"

His vengeful voice resonated powerfully!