Chapter 118: Vajra Drill

The Old Ape, the Golden-Winged Great Peng King, and the Crane entered Shuntian City together, causing a huge stir. People were shocked. Many were stunned; were the beast kings arriving together a blessing or a curse?

That day, many felt a sense of oppression, constantly worrying. If the supreme beast kings, now in Shuntian City, were to turn violent, the consequences would be immeasurable. Everyone was anxious, wondering what the beast kings intended. Was it still possible to send experts there now? "Let's hope the three powerhouses from Eight Scenery Palace, Jade Void Palace, and Biyou Palace arrive in time, otherwise the consequences would be unimaginable!" someone whispered. This event was too impactful; a single misstep could lead to a world-shattering catastrophe, as too many humans lived there. Both online and in reality, people felt a heavy weight in their hearts. Such a major event was bound to have far-reaching effects!

Yet, that day was unusually quiet, without clamor, because people felt suppressed and were silently awaiting the outcome. "I think you're overthinking it," someone analyzed, believing there wouldn't be a major disaster. "Shuntian's defensive capabilities are among the best in the country, if not the very best. Beast kings are huge and easily identifiable; they'd be monitored from a great distance. They wouldn't be allowed into the city unless there was a tacit agreement."

However, the next piece of news disturbed people. "Oh my God, incredible news! The beast kings have transformed, entering Shuntian City in human form!" This was like an earthquake, terrifying everyone. If this was true, the implications for humanity were dire. Once beast kings could transform, it meant they could enter and exit human society at will, making them very difficult to distinguish. If they decided to strike then, who could stop them immediately? "I suppose there won't be a major calamity," someone ventured in a faint voice, but they lacked confidence and couldn't truly be sure there would be no disaster. "After all, the crane from Mount Shu is very friendly to humans, and that old ape isn't a fierce brute."

Two days later, the supreme beast kings left Shuntian. When the news spread, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. The Old Ape, the Golden-Winged Great Peng King, and the Crane represented not only themselves but also other beast kings behind them. They negotiated with humans and reached some consensus. "It's rumored that humans and other species can now coexist peacefully, and there's no longer a need to worry about beast tides!" Someone revealed the news immediately, causing a sensation; this was the news everyone had been hoping for. Of course, this so-called peaceful coexistence primarily applied to some renowned mountains that were already "claimed." As for places still embroiled in fierce battles, it was uncertain whether this agreement would be observed. Regardless, this was truly great news, and celebrations erupted everywhere.

During these days, Chu Feng had stayed in Jade Void Palace, not going anywhere, because the Great Sage Niu Mo's influence was immense, and he was currently under intense scrutiny. He didn't want to be swarmed by people, and even more, he feared entertainment reporters fabricating stories. He could only temporarily lay low, hiding here to study martial arts.

He had killed the Azure Wolf King, earning great merit, and Lu Tong, as promised, brought him another ancient Xingyi boxing manual. The slightly yellowish scripture carried the mottled aura of accumulated years. This manual contained things that interested Chu Feng: Dragon Form, Tiger Form, and Monkey Form! He decided to master the Dragon and Tiger forms thoroughly. That day, when Chen Hai, acting on the Mu family's orders, pursued him, he had demonstrated the "Dragon-Tiger Struggle" ultimate move, clashing with him with immense power. The Twelve True Forms of Xingyi Quan were considered the essence of ancient martial arts. Old masters who had trained their entire lives would sigh, saying that mastering even one form was enough to benefit one for a lifetime!

"Roar..." When Chu Feng produced the tiger's roar, Lu Tong's eyes widened, and he called him a freak, astonished that Chu Feng had mastered it in just a few days. Three days later, Chu Feng let out a low roar. With his left hand forming the Dragon Form and his right hand the Tiger Form, he struck simultaneously in the underground training ground of Jade Void Palace. His punch broke the sound barrier, producing a thunderous roar! Boom... Faintly, a dragon and a tiger appeared in the void, vanishing in an instant, but it was still incredibly astonishing!

"Bang!" The steel wall in front of him was literally punched through! It was a foot or two thick, cast from refined steel, yet he tore through it effortlessly with the combined technique of Dragon and Tiger forms, as if it were paper, not steel. "You brat, you're a menace! Are you trying to demolish the underground training room?" Lu Tong was alarmed, his eyelids twitching wildly. How many days had this kid been practicing Xingyi Quan? And he was already this formidable! He slowly approached, examining it closely, and seeing the steel wall completely cracked, he sighed, "You've discovered the secret of Xingyi Quan."

"Yes!" Chu Feng nodded. Having mastered the Great Strength Ox Demon Fist, practicing Xingyi Quan was twice as effective. When he practiced the Dragon and Tiger forms among the Twelve True Forms, he developed a spiral force. This force was peculiar; it could easily tear through steel, and its power was unmatched. "Many old masters train their entire lives and can't grasp this secret," Lu Tong sighed, "yet you've comprehended it so quickly." The spiral force was a closely guarded secret of Xingyi Quan, its very foundation, hidden within the Twelve True Forms! Chu Feng was delighted. Studying ancient martial arts manuals indeed brought immense benefits, and he felt he had gained a lot that day!

"Here!" Lu Tong handed Chu Feng a ring, as white as jade, crystal clear and lustrous. Chu Feng was puzzled; what did he need a bracelet for? Lu Tong explained, "This is that rare metal you brought back. It looks like silver, but it's not. It's many times harder than diamond, and its melting point is extremely high!" Of course, this was just a small piece; the larger portion was kept for the laboratory, but they couldn't not give Chu Feng something as a token. "I had people from Eight Scenery Palace forge it into a Vajra Girdle for you," Lu Tong said.

"What?!" Chu Feng was startled. In myths and legends, the Grand Supreme Elder Lord, who resided in Eight Scenery Palace, possessed a Vajra Girdle. Could it be that the national organization of extraordinary beings—Eight Scenery Palace—truly understood some "secrets"? Old man Lu Tong laughed heartily, saying, "What are you thinking? It's just a defensive bracelet I had made for you; it can serve as a sharp weapon in crucial moments." Chu Feng glared at him but happily put it on his wrist. He tried repeatedly, unable to leave any finger marks no matter how hard he squeezed. Then he used the spiral force of Xingyi Quan and vigorously tried to damage it, but the Vajra Girdle resisted.

Lu Tong spoke very seriously, "Stop trying. This thing is ridiculously hard; there's nothing more durable. We used the most advanced forging methods, hammering it hundreds of thousands of times before finally casting this artifact. It's considered a treasure-grade cold weapon of the present era." Chu Feng smiled, expressing his gratitude.

Over the next few days, Chu Feng, aside from occasionally going home, continuously practiced boxing at Jade Void Palace, studying several true forms of Xingyi Quan, especially the Dragon and Tiger forms, which he had deeply comprehended. During this time, Ye Qingrou, Chen Luoyan, Du Huaijin, and Ouyang Qing also frequently came here to train. Upon seeing him easily tear through several feet of steel with his spiral force, they were all wide-eyed and stunned beyond belief. "Boss, you're truly abnormal, are you even human? I think if you keep this up, you'll be able to fight a real beast king!" Ouyang Qing exclaimed. These few people were also rapidly improving themselves. Jade Void Palace kept its word and gave them an ancient method, which contained parts of a breathing technique, allowing their strength to advance swiftly. They were extraordinary beings; practicing ancient martial arts could stimulate evolution, yielding immense benefits.

That day, old man Lu Tong arrived again, stopping Chu Feng. "Stop practicing," he said, "you're almost a martial arts fanatic." "Aren't I just trying to avoid the limelight?" Chu Feng grumbled. Otherwise, he wouldn't want to hide away. "You don't need to hide anymore," Lu Tong said. "There are people outside now who are drawing more attention than you." "What's going on?" Chu Feng was surprised.

At this moment, Ouyang Qing, Ye Qingrou, and the others also arrived. Du Huaijin, who had Thousand-Mile Eyes, said, "Boss, you truly ignore everything outside and focus solely on practicing your Xingyi manual. Big things are happening; the outside world is in an uproar, bustling to death!" "Some other species have entered Shuntian!" Ouyang Qing stated. Chu Feng was puzzled. The great beast kings had visited a few days ago, so it wasn't unusual for other species to arrive now. Ye Qingrou added, "They are the descendants of beast kings, and they've all transformed, traveling through human society, creating a huge impact!"

Chu Feng was startled. Other species were beginning to transform? It wasn't just limited to beast kings; even their descendants had achieved it. "Are they of significant origin?" Chu Feng asked. "More than significant, they're incredibly important. I'll just tell you a few, and you'll be surprised," Ouyang Qing, who had Clairaudient abilities, sighed. "The Silver Moon Wolf King, the top expert among other species on the Mongolian grasslands, its descendant has arrived, transformed into a silver-haired young man, and is incredibly popular." Then he continued, "The Old Ape from Dalin Temple, its power is undeniable; it's known as a supreme beast king. One of its descendants has also appeared in Shuntian." Even Chen Luoyan spoke up, "And there's someone even more powerful, whom the Old Ape from Dalin Temple admits inferiority to—the Peacock King. It's rumored that it once tried to conquer the ancient imperial sacrificial lands. Its descendant has also arrived!"

Chu Feng drew a sharp breath. This was the first time he'd heard of a terrifying king-level creature eyeing the sacrificial lands, and it was the Peacock King. Could it be the one who once manipulated the Azure Wolf King and the Eagle King? He was somewhat suspicious but couldn't be certain, as there was more than one beast king interested in the sacrificial lands!

Chu Feng asked, "Are they all causing a big stir? From what you're saying, these transformed beings are very popular?" "Alas, after transforming into human form, the males are more handsome than the last, and the females are more beautiful than the last, making people envious!" Du Huaijin said with intense jealousy. "As descendants of beast kings, it's impossible for them not to cause a sensation when entering human society. Some powerful figures, celebrities, and others are eager to associate with them." "That astonishing?" Chu Feng was surprised. Ouyang Qing, who had Clairaudient abilities, sighed, "These young other species are indeed extraordinary themselves, and each one is backed by a beast king. Do you think influential people wouldn't try to connect with them?" The news they brought surprised Chu Feng. During his period of seclusion, the outside world had been abuzz. The descendants of beast kings entering human society had attracted widespread attention.

"There's a reception tonight, with many invited, solely to welcome those beast king descendants. Boss, are you going?" Ouyang Qing asked. "I don't want to go," Chu Feng shook his head, unwilling to move. Lu Tong spoke up, "You should still go. Befriending the descendants of those beast kings has its benefits. You might deal with them often in the future, so it's good to get acquainted now." "Who else is going?" Chu Feng asked. "Quite a lot of people, actually. For example, some celebrities, socialites, and people from major factions will likely be there." Among them, people from the Pre-Qin Research Institute, Bodhi Gene, Tonggu Alliance, Extraterrestrial Civilization Institute, and Celestial Being Bio would all be attending. Chu Feng stared blankly. People from all these major powers would participate? Ye Qingrou sighed, "There's no other way. These other species have extremely significant backgrounds, each backed by a beast king, representing terrifying power. Many people want to associate with them, hoping to leverage their strength in the future." Lu Tong instructed, "Remember, if you enjoy yourself once you're there, stay longer. If you don't feel comfortable, then leave. Try not to cause trouble." He hoped Chu Feng and the others could establish connections with some beast king descendants, which would be beneficial for the future. "Alright!" Chu Feng nodded.

That evening, in front of Qilin Building, various luxury cars continuously arrived, and the people stepping out were all influential, including popular actresses and high-level executives from financial groups. Chu Feng and the others also arrived. For the occasion, he was dressed more formally; Ye Qingrou and the others had helped him pick out his attire on the way.