Chapter 230: On the Cutting Edge

A breathing technique daring to be called "peerless" implies an extraordinary and unmatched power. At the same time, this sets up a target, provoking the nerves of the powerful. Once various factions become envious, trouble is bound to ensue!

Especially considering Chu Feng's journey so far, where he has consistently overcome stronger opponents—killing the Azure Wolf King, conquering Mount Pan, dominating the West, and engaging in fierce battles at the foot of Kunlun Mountain.

He started as an ordinary person, and this growth trajectory is astonishing. His rise has been so swift that it's impossible for people not to wonder about it.

"Who spread this?" Chu Feng mused, as faces appeared and faded in his mind, making it difficult to find a clue.

Many people could be responsible, as this kind of speculation doesn't require evidence and could easily push him into the spotlight, creating enemies.

It could be his enemies in the West, some opposing extraordinary beings in the East, or even major financial groups who fear his rapid rise.

Last time, at the Primordial Club in Shuntian, White Dragon, a powerful sea creature, had already speculated that Chu Feng possessed a unique breathing technique and wanted to seize it.

Mu Tian, Qi Sheng, and Jiang Luoshen were all present then. Were they, or the forces behind them, inspired by this?

A brilliant light shone in Chu Feng's eyes. "No matter who it is, if they truly plot against me, they will pay the price!"

Overall, his rapid rise made him a target. Even after this sneak attack, Chu Feng remained relatively calm; there was nothing to fear.

The Black Ox cursed, "This bastard is truly insidious. He effortlessly created enemies for Chu Feng. Perhaps some hotheads will indeed get jealous and try to seize the breathing technique."

The Yellow Ox nodded, his heart filled with worry.

No one knew better than him how extraordinary this breathing technique truly was. If it were leaked, even beings from beyond this domain would go mad, and powerful individuals from other worlds would rush to contend for it.

Fortunately, no one currently knows the name or origin of this breathing technique. For now, only a few hostile individuals are guiding the narrative.

"How about this," Chu Feng said, "we'll spread some news too and muddy the waters!"

After understanding the details, the two oxen exchanged peculiar glances but then nodded in agreement, deeming it feasible.

"Although it's a bit mean," the Black Ox laughed, "finding a few scapegoats to share the burden is only right, haha."

Soon after, a startling piece of news began to spread.

Mu Tian, a hidden master from Heaven's God Biotech, was rumored to have unexpectedly obtained a breathing technique, suspected to be a legacy of the ancient immortal Guangchengzi.

Guangchengzi, recorded in several ancient texts, is known as one of the earliest immortals in ancient China.

This news caused quite a stir upon its release, and soon, people began to dig, unearthing a great deal of sensational information.

Although still very young, Mu Tian was revealed to have become an extraordinary being twenty-one years ago. His power was unfathomable, but he had always kept a low profile.

Then, an extraordinary being came forward, testifying that Mu Tian had indeed achieved super evolution in his childhood and was proficient in various ancient martial arts techniques.

Even partial verification of such news was enough to cause a sensation.

"Guangchengzi's legacy?" This was too astonishing, sparking heated discussions among people.

Some within the Mu family looked displeased; this revelation pushed them into the eye of the storm, and even stepping forward to explain would be useless.

Next, it was rumored that the Pre-Qin Institute, a veritable 'repository of scriptures,' possessed multiple ancient texts containing astonishing breathing techniques.

"No way, is the Pre-Qin Institute that powerful?"

"Of course! Don't you know? The Pre-Qin Institute has excavated countless tombs and even dozens, if not hundreds, of ancient imperial mausoleums. What they obtained surpasses your imagination; naturally, among these are peerless breathing techniques."

"That's right, I remember now! Wasn't it reported a few years ago that the Pre-Qin Institute even tried to excavate the tombs of Chi Songzi and Jiang Ziya? Legend has it they were ancient immortals!"

This rumor astonished many, and quite a few people yearned for such discoveries.

"What's that? The Pre-Qin Institute even tried to excavate the mythical Dragon Palace ruins at the bottom of the sea!" some added, fanning the flames and leaving many listeners spellbound with deep yearning.

Inside the Pre-Qin Institute, some important figures looked solemn. Such rumors were utterly hateful, effectively putting them on a roasting spit.

The matter didn't end there; Bodhi Gene was also dragged into it.

"Bodhi Gene possesses the Sakyamuni Breathing Technique!"

This rumor, once released, shook the world.

Everyone knew this major consortium had a successor to Sakyamuni, supposedly having inherited his legacy. So, when a corresponding rumor emerged, people quickly believed it.

"Who did this?" Dark lines appeared on Jiang Luoshen's beautiful face. They had actually fallen victim too.

At this point, various discussions about breathing techniques came into the open, sparking public enthusiasm and prompting speculation about whether all the kings possessed such techniques.

With the waters muddied, Chu Feng put down his communicator, officially done for the day. He had merely dragged three factions into the fray to share the "damage."

Chu Feng had previously worried that someone would manipulate public opinion, using the masses to pressure him into revealing his breathing technique.

Now, if anyone is envious, let them come forward. If they want a direct confrontation, he'll see it through to the end!

"Schiller was killed by Chu Feng!"

This news, once released, caused an enormous sensation, instantly shaking all regions and once again focusing public attention on Chu Feng.

After Schiller was killed, Chu Feng and his companions kept it a secret, not rushing to inform the outside world to avoid being targeted and affecting their assault on Mount Longhu.

Now, someone revealed that Schiller was dead, and what's more, he was killed by Chu Feng. This was truly explosive news.

Chu Feng immediately questioned Xiong Kun, Ouyang Qing, and others, who repeatedly stated that they had absolutely not leaked any information and had no idea how the outside world found out.

"My goodness, Chu God is too powerful; he actually killed Schiller! It seems he truly possesses a peerless breathing technique!"

"It's astonishing. Is the influence of breathing techniques really that profound? It allows Chu the Demonic King to contend across ranks and compete with peerless experts who have broken six shackles."

All regions were abuzz with excitement!

Chu Feng's face darkened. Someone had indeed targeted him. He had just barely defused the situation and dragged others into the mess, only for someone to directly launch such a fierce attack.

This time, he became the focal point; it was impossible for him not to attract attention.

Previously, his actions like killing the Golden Lion or slaying the Western Dragon could be rationalized, but this time, he directly slaughtered a peerless master, which was truly astonishing.

Lu Tong immediately contacted Chu Feng to understand the situation, then helped him debunk the rumors, stating that there were hidden circumstances behind Schiller's death and it was the result of multiple parties collaborating.

However, the news of Chu Feng killing Schiller still spread, causing an uproar in the Western world and generating immense ripples.

"That Demonic King Chu from the East actually killed Schiller?!"

"Hmm, he also created the Eastern Expeditionary Army's food ranking list," someone else remarked. "There's already evidence; he's indeed formidable."

Now, with various reports circulating, all the attention converged on Chu Feng. People in both the West and the East were talking about him.

Chu Feng's popularity soared, earning him various praises. However, everything about him was being magnified, various secrets were being uncovered, and ultimately, all of it pointed to him possessing a peerless breathing technique.

This series of actions—praising to undermine, creating animosity, and setting him up as a target—made Chu Feng's face darken.

"Chu Feng is at Mount Longhu, about to conquer the entire mountain and occupy the ancestral land of Taoism!" After this news spread, all parties were shaken.

"Heh heh..."

In a magnificent golden living room, a young man in white, exceptionally handsome, chuckled. He sat on a sofa, gently swirling a stemmed wine glass, allowing the wine's aroma to waft through the air.

He was calm and composed, a mocking smile playing on his lips. "The one who spread the news certainly isn't strong enough themselves, otherwise they wouldn't have resorted to this," he said. "But it's very interesting. That Chu Feng will likely be in a mess and might genuinely be defeated in the end."

Across from him sat another young man, so handsome he was almost demonic, making many women feel inferior in his presence.

Moreover, a tightly closed vertical eye on his forehead added a strange beauty. His voice, magnetic, asked, "You want to get involved too?"

"Hmm, I do suspect he has an extraordinary breathing technique. What harm is there in fanning the flames?" the white-clad man said with an elegant smile. He added, "Ultimately, this world speaks through strength. For now, let's not touch him. Let's use him to scout ahead; let him attack Mount Longhu."

The handsome man with the demonic aura's vertical eye slightly opened, divine light flowing within. "You might not be his match," he said. "Even if you've mastered ten of the twelve true forms of Xingyi Fist, you might find it difficult to withstand his punch imprint."

"My friend from the Sea Tribe," the white-clad man corrected, "I have already mastered all twelve true forms and completely grasped the peerless breathing technique hidden within them."

"I see. Cheers to our cooperation," the three-eyed man said, raising his glass.

"I hope Chu Feng, under pressure, will want to improve himself quickly and seize the opportunity to attack Mount Longhu, scouting the way for us," the white-clad man said with a smile, taking a small sip of wine.

"What if he just leaves and no longer attacks Mount Longhu?" the three-eyed man asked.

"Then I'll ask you to take care of him," the white-clad man replied.

"Won't you have a showdown with him?" the three-eyed man asked.

The white-clad man shook his head, a mocking smile on his lips. "I can't be bothered to fight him; contending for strength is meaningless," he said. "Since you have a great weapon, just cripple him directly. Then interrogate him and obtain the breathing technique he possesses."

In the following days, Chu Feng and the two oxen tried every possible method to ascend Mount Longhu, but they all failed and sustained injuries.

Now, with the world spreading rumors that he possessed a peerless breathing technique, Chu Feng felt the pressure and was determined to improve himself. He believed that with sufficient strength, all schemes, monsters, and demons could be shattered!

Subsequently, more than a dozen groups, including beast kings and even some major financial groups, arrived at Mount Longhu one after another. After meeting Chu Feng, they proposed joining forces to conquer the mountain.

"The rumors from the outside carry clear malice," one remarked, "pushing Brother Chu into the eye of the storm is truly despicable."

"Don't worry," another said, "we are not three-year-old children; such instigation is meaningless."

These individuals were quite direct. Upon arriving, they expressed their intention to join forces with Chu Feng to attack the mountain, hoping to jointly conquer the ancestral land of Taoism.

The Yellow Ox and Black Ox had been studying the Celestial Master's Demon Subduing Art and the lightning rune for the past few days. However, they didn't believe it was the so-called key to entering the mountain, thinking Chu Feng was overthinking it.

Chu Feng did join forces with those people, attempting to climb the mountain multiple times. However, they were still unsuccessful, being harmed by the mountain's sun fire essence and geomagnetic light. This place seemed almost insurmountable.

"Forget it, let's stop here this time," Chu Feng discussed with the two oxen. They truly lacked the strength to ascend the mountain right now; the place was too dangerous.

When Chu Feng informed the beast kings and the forces of the major financial groups, they expressed regret but acknowledged there was no other choice.

"Huh, what's that? A UFO?!" People were shocked, seeing a craft swiftly approaching with a silvery glow.