Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 545: Defeat You Again

"Die." Luo Yong’an threw a punch at Xu Ping’an.

The punch was imbued with potent True Elemental Power, unbearable even for a general Ninth Rank Initial Stage powerhouse.

Not to mention a Cultivator of the Seventh Rank Peak Level.

So if Xu Ping’an were just an ordinary Seventh Rank Peak Cultivator, he would have no doubt perished under this punch.

Of course, such an attack posed no threat to Xu Ping’an.

"Buzz!"

Just as Xu Ping’an was about to make his move, Li Qingyi took the initiative and stepped forward.

With a single palm strike, she instantly forced Luo Yong’an to retreat.

The crowd all around was shocked.

It seemed that after breaking through to the Ninth Rank, Li Qingyi’s strength had indeed soared tremendously.

Even Luo Yong’an was no match for her.

Luo Yong’an retreated a full dozen zhang before stabilizing his stance, his face unsightly as he looked at Li Qingyi.

"Li Qingyi, do you really intend to break the rules of the Fire Divine Palace for this guy?" Luo Yong’an questioned.

"Breaking rules? When did Wang Tao break the rules? She humiliated me first, and Wang Tao was merely teaching her a lesson on my behalf. As a Direct Disciple of the Sect’s Fire Phoenix Elder, am I someone she can humiliate?" Li Qingyi immediately retorted with a cold snort.

Upon hearing this, the crowd all showed a wary expression.

The Fire Phoenix Elder held an extremely high position within the Fire Divine Palace.

Li Qingyi had always been favored by the Fire Phoenix Elder, and just as she had said, few dared to insult her as the Elder’s Direct Disciple.

When Luo Yong’an heard the mention of the Fire Phoenix Elder, his eyes too were filled with wariness.

Clearly, even he had to be cautious of the Fire Phoenix Elder’s prestige.

Xu Ping’an was somewhat curious—who was this Fire Phoenix Elder?

"Even so, Wang Tao is just a Seventh Rank disciple. How can he be so arrogant? Today I must teach him a lesson no matter what," Luo Yong’an said with a furious glare.

If he couldn’t teach Wang Tao a lesson, where would his face be put?

In time, he would inevitably become the laughingstock of the whole Fire Divine Palace, even the entire Great Flame Immortal Dynasty.

"What kind of lesson do you want to teach me?" Xu Ping’an asked with a smile.

"Accept my challenge. If you can defeat me, I’ll have nothing to say. But if you can’t, you don’t deserve to be with Li Qingyi. Kid, do you dare or not?" Luo Yong’an immediately declared.

Mocking smiles appeared on the faces of the people all around.

Luo Yong’an’s demand was undoubtedly meant to make Wang Tao look bad.

Wang Tao was merely at the Seventh Rank Peak Level, whereas Luo Yong’an had reached the Ninth Rank Third Layer Realm.

The difference between them was so vast; how could Wang Tao possibly be Luo Yong’an’s opponent?

"How could he, a mere Seventh Rank Cultivator, stand a chance against Brother Luo? He’s probably not even worth one of Brother Luo’s fingers," Zhao Ling’er disdainfully said.

The other disciples expressed their admiration; how could a Seventh Rank Peak Cultivator be a match for Brother Luo Yong’an?

Li Qingyi also looked towards Xu Ping’an and shook her head slightly.

Xu Ping’an just smiled at her, signaling her to be at ease.

Li Qingyi did not know that Xu Ping’an had already defeated Luo Yong’an once before.

Now that his strength had increased tremendously, how could Luo Yong’an be his opponent?

"Fine, I accept your challenge. But there has to be a stake; otherwise, what’s the point if I win?" Xu Ping’an said with a light laugh.

"Haha, you want a stake? Do you think you can win against me?" Luo Yong’an laughed as if he had heard the funniest joke in the world.

The surrounding disciples also laughed heartily, teasing endlessly.

Wang Tao must be out of his mind, right?

To actually think he could beat Brother Luo Yong’an?

Zhao Ling’er, standing nearby, sneered even more, thinking Wang Tao was utterly arrogant.

"Of course, I believe I can win. I won’t make a move without a stake," Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

"Alright, you want a stake, right? I’ll indulge you. This is refining material for a Superior Grade Immortal Artifact, the Divine Fire Mysterious Iron Ore. If you can win, it’s all yours. But if you lose, you’ll have to kneel and knock your head on the ground three times, calling me ’Grandpa’ thrice," Luo Yong’an sneered.

"Agreed!" Xu Ping’an’s eyes shone brightly.

Divine Fire Mysterious Iron Ore was a treasure indeed.

"This component is the cream of the crop among the materials for refining superior grade Immortal Artifacts,"

Now he just happened to be in need of a handy weapon, and getting this Divine Fire Mysterious Iron Ore would allow him to refine a superior grade Immortal Artifact.

Even if he didn’t refine an Immortal Sword for himself, making a sword armor for Qingyi would also be good.

"Clueless fool," Luo Yong’an sneered as soon as Xu Ping’an agreed.

The nearby disciples also shook their heads.

Wang Tao was simply courting death. Did he really think he could defeat Brother Luo?

"Wang Tao is simply too arrogant; how could he possibly be a match for Brother Luo?" Zhao Ling’er scoffed contemptuously.

"Hmph, it’s his own fault for seeking death. It’s best if Brother Luo beats him to death," the female disciple previously struck by Xu Ping’an snorted coldly.

Suddenly, the atmosphere of the place became as tense as a drawn bow.

"You..." Li Qingyi’s voice held a note of concern as she spoke to Xu Ping’an, seemingly wanting to say something.

Xu Ping’an, however, shook his head slightly: "Don’t worry, he’s no match for me."

Hearing this, Li Qingyi nodded as well.

If Xu Ping’an said so, then he must be capable of defeating Luo Yong’an.

But after all, Luo Yong’an was the top disciple of the Inner Sect of the Fire Divine Palace, and his strength was not to be underestimated.

"Be careful," Li Qingyi reminded.

Xu Ping’an gave a slight smile, said nothing more, and took a step forward, standing opposite Luo Yong’an.

"Kid, punches have no eyes. If you’re seriously injured by me, don’t blame me," Luo Yong’an said with a cold laugh.

Xu Ping’an chuckled lightly: "I’ve heard that not long ago, a Seventh Rank Peak Cultivator defeated you, and today, so can I."

At these words, a strong surge of anger welled up in Luo Yong’an’s eyes.

This was a humiliation in his heart.

Being defeated by Wu Qing was one thing, but now even this trash, Wang Tao, dared to speak insolently to him.

If he didn’t teach him an unforgettable lesson today, how would the world regard Luo Yong’an?

"Brat, you’re courting death," bellowed Luo Yong’an in fury.

The next moment, his aura exploded.

His True Yuan burst forth from his body without reservation.

Then Luo Yong’an struck with a punch, flames surged, and in an instant, a massive fiery giant eagle charged fiercely toward Xu Ping’an.

"The Fierce Flame Wild Eagle Punch – it seems Brother Luo is truly enraged. Wang Tao is likely to suffer now," remarked someone.

"Indeed, the Fierce Flame Wild Eagle Punch is a Ninth Rank superior martial skill. Brother Luo is unleashing his full power, and the might is enormous. Even an ordinary Ninth Rank Fourth Layer Realm Cultivator couldn’t withstand it, let alone Wang Tao, a Seventh Rank. How could he possibly resist?" said the surrounding disciples in awe.

Zhao Ling’er also sneered: "It serves him right for seeking death, daring to challenge Brother Luo’s authority. Does he really think he’s invincible just because he caught the fancy of that contemptible woman?"

Just as everyone thought ’Wang Tao’ wouldn’t be able to block this attack,

’Wang Tao’ chuckled lightly, watching the approaching fiery giant eagle, and threw a punch.

"Bang!"

The fiery giant eagle was instantly shattered.

What?

The crowd was shocked beyond belief.

The Fierce Flame Wild Eagle Punch was actually broken?

"Impossible!"

Disbelief surged in Luo Yong’an’s eyes.

"Oh? Why is it impossible?"

However, just then, a chuckle suddenly sounded.

Luo Yong’an’s body stiffened instantly, his pupils contracted, and his neck turned stiffly.

When? When did he get behind him?

He didn’t even notice?