Chapter 780

Chapter 780: Zhao Zhenxuan

Innate!

Wang Chen was truly an innate strong fighter!!

The vast training ground fell into complete silence, with representatives from hundreds of martial arts schools and numerous martial artists who had come to watch, all staring in utter disbelief.

Their long-held beliefs about martial arts were completely shattered by Wang Chen.

A sixteen-year-old innate fighter—was this even human?

The head of Wu Family Martial Arts, Wu Lei, fainted on the spot.

Shao Hongcheng, who had been keeping a close eye on him, immediately sneered, “What are you pretending for? Playing dead won’t save you!”

At that moment, the head of Hongyi Martial Arts School felt an indescribable sense of triumph.

Over the years, Hongyi had been relentlessly suppressed by Wu Family Martial Arts, and Wu Lei had frequently caused him trouble. Due to the overwhelming power of his opponent, Shao Hongcheng had always been forced to endure.

Now, the pent-up frustration had completely dissolved, and he felt as if he were floating on air.

The other school heads around him looked at him as if he were a cunning fox.

Shao Hongcheng must have known all along that Wang Chen was an innate strong fighter but had kept it hidden until the critical moment, setting a massive trap for Wu Lei.

It was clear that without absolute certainty, he wouldn’t have dared to gamble so heavily against Wu Lei.

Even if he won, he needed the strength to collect his dues!

Now, it was all too perfect; Wu Lei was bound to suffer a devastating loss. Not only would he have to pay thirty thousand jade coins, but he might even have to compensate with Wu Family Martial Arts itself.

Otherwise, the Wu family would never allow it.

Who would dare to offend an innate strong fighter?

Everyone’s gaze was filled with reverence and awe.

With the backing of an innate strong fighter, the once-obscure Hongyi Martial Arts School suddenly rose to the ranks of the top schools in Chibi City.

After this competition, countless families would be eager to send their children to study at Hongyi.

The number of disciples they could accept would depend entirely on the school’s capacity.

Shao Hongcheng was truly reaping an enormous windfall!

“As long as you are not the head of the school, anyone can participate.”

The official from the city lord’s office answered respectfully, “Master, please allow me to report this matter to the city lord.”

Innates were revered as holy beings, respected as Martial Saints, and could also be addressed as masters.

“That’s your business.”

Wang Chen smiled and asked, “Do I need to continue competing?”

“Not at all.”

The official from the city lord’s office forced a smile and said, “With a master of your stature, I believe no one would dare to challenge you on stage. The champion of this martial arts competition can only be Hongyi Martial Arts School!”

His words were carefully chosen, declaring Hongyi Martial Arts School the champion rather than Wang Chen.

This was because Wang Chen’s status was far too elevated; compared to the title of champion in the competition, it paled in significance, and he was not qualified to bestow such a title upon Wang Chen.

"Who has any objections?"

The official from the city lord’s office scanned the arena with sharp, commanding eyes.

Though he appeared respectful in front of Wang Chen, he held a superior attitude towards the martial artists below.

In the realm of acquired strength, he could easily dominate over ninety-nine percent of the fighters in Chibi City!

No one dared to disagree, nor did anyone have the courage to step forward.

Seeing that everyone understood the situation, the official retracted his gaze and respectfully invited Wang Chen down from the stage.

Wang Chen did not return to his seat but directly accompanied Shao Hongcheng back to Hongyi Martial Arts School.

After they left, the martial masters present exchanged puzzled glances.

They all felt a sense of disinterest.

Who would have thought that the first battle in this year’s martial arts competition would feature an innate strong fighter?

All the attention was captured by Wang Chen alone, and no matter how intense the following matches might be, it would be hard to inspire excitement. It even felt somewhat ridiculous.

Along the way, Shao Hongcheng felt elated, as if he had regained years of youth.

But he still harbored some concerns: "I wonder what Zhao Zhenxuan thinks…"

After all, Zhao Zhenxuan was an experienced innate strong fighter who had ruled Chibi City for decades, unmatched in prestige.

The authority of this city lord had left an indelible mark in Shao Hongcheng’s heart.

"No problem."

Wang Chen waved his hand, "I’ll wait for him."

Gaining fame and establishing himself in the martial arts competition was Wang Chen’s plan, and he didn’t need to be low-key.

If Zhao Zhenxuan had the capacity to accept others, they might still be able to be friends.

But if this innate strong fighter couldn’t tolerate anyone, Wang Chen wouldn’t mind making a gain from his Qi and blood value.

Wang Chen was quite interested in how much Qi and blood value an innate strong fighter could "exchange."

Upon arriving at Hongyi Martial Arts School, Shao Hongcheng immediately dismissed the serving maids and the martial masters and disciples who stayed behind.

He also opened the main gate wide.

Once Zhao Zhenxuan and Wang Chen erupted into a fight, the entire martial arts school would be destroyed, and those people would definitely suffer.

But Shao Hongcheng remained to accompany Wang Chen.

As the head of the school, he was alone without family or children nearby, which naturally reduced his ties and worries.

After only half a stick of incense’s worth of time, a deep voice reached their ears: "Is Wang Chen here? Zhao has come to visit!"

Wang Chen and Shao Hongcheng exchanged a glance, and the latter immediately stood to respond: "City Lord Zhao’s presence brings great honor to our humble school; Hongcheng welcomes you greatly!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a figure suddenly appeared in the hall.

It was none other than Zhao Zhenxuan!

This innate strong fighter had changed into a white long robe, and his deep gaze first landed on Wang Chen: "I assume this is young friend Wang Chen?"

Wang Chen stood and bowed, "I am Wang Chen, here to meet City Lord Zhao."

Zhao Zhenxuan had an intensely powerful aura, and under his imposing presence, Shao Hongcheng was sweating profusely.

However, Wang Chen remained calm and composed, seemingly oblivious to the oppressive force Zhao Zhenxuan directed at him.

Zhao Zhenxuan’s eyes darkened further: "In your coming-of-age year, you have reached innate strength. Impressive!"

When he first received the news, this innate strong fighter couldn’t believe that Chibi City had another strong fighter of the same level, and one who was only sixteen years old.

But with everyone agreeing, he felt it was necessary to pay a personal visit.

On his way, Zhao Zhenxuan had already thought that if Wang Chen was merely pretending, he would simply crush him with one palm.

Never did he expect that Wang Chen truly possessed innate Qi!

Having practiced martial arts for over sixty years, he had never encountered, let alone heard of, such an extraordinary talent.

His thoughts were complex, a hint of murderous intent hidden deep in his eyes.

As the saying goes, two tigers cannot coexist; Chibi City could only accommodate one innate strong fighter. The most terrifying part was that Wang Chen was so young, and his future achievements would undoubtedly surpass his own.

How would a king of tigers react upon meeting a young challenger?

If Zhao Zhenxuan had not been unsure of Wang Chen’s true abilities, he might have already attacked.

Wang Chen smiled and said, "City Lord Zhao, you flatter me. Please have a seat and let’s talk."

Zhao Zhenxuan paused for a moment but still complied and sat down.

He withdrew the overwhelming aura he had been projecting, allowing the nearly collapsing Shao Hongcheng to feel a release of pressure, exhaling deeply.

"I’ll go brew some tea."

The head of the school quickly found an excuse to leave.

He knew very well that he didn’t even qualify to be cannon fodder here, and staying would only be a burden for Wang Chen!