The power of True Gang was ten times stronger than the qi and blood released by ordinary martial artists!
Chu He, who was at the ninth level of Body Tempering, had a cultivation of only the peak eighth level of Body Tempering, but his True Gang power was comparable to the early ninth level of Body Tempering.
This was the gap!
There was a qualitative difference between the ninth and eighth levels of Body Tempering.
"Not bad, worthy of being the Patriarch of the Chu family. The cultivation technique you practice is of extremely high grade."
A mocking curve appeared on Chu Chen's lips.
The next moment.
He opened his mouth and spat out a sword qi!
Chī lā!
The sword qi unleashed by Chu He, who was at the ninth level of Body Tempering, was instantly shattered and annihilated, dissipating in the air.
"How is this possible?" Chu He's expression changed drastically, his pupils contracted, and his eyes were filled with shock and confusion.
He, the dignified head of the Chu clan, practiced the "Hundred Herbs Art," a martial art of the peak eighth level of Body Tempering.
He was actually blocked by a waste at the eighth level of Body Tempering?
Boom!
At the same time, Chu Jiang lunged at Chu Chen, using a secret killing technique, intending to kill Chu Chen!
"Little brat Chu Chen!"
"Take your life!"
The other three at the ninth level of Body Tempering also moved simultaneously, joining forces to launch a siege on Chu Chen!
With their four combined efforts, even martial artists of the same level would surely die.
Let alone a junior at the eighth level of Body Tempering?
"Chu Jiang, if you dare to kill Chu Chen, I'll fight you to the death!"
Chu Feng roared and charged forward desperately.
"Stop him!" Chu Jiang roared.
"You dare!"
The other three at the ninth level of Body Tempering erupted simultaneously, forcing Chu Feng back, while they all lunged at Chu Chen.
Chu Chen did not dodge or evade, only a mocking curve on his lips.
"Die!"
Chu Jiang sneered.
But at this moment—
Shuā shuā shuā!
Chu Chen's figure flashed, evading all attacks as if teleporting.
Immediately, he held a sharp blade and stabbed towards Chu Jiang's neck from the side!
"Pfft!"
Chu Chen's dagger pierced Chu Jiang's throat, and blood splattered three feet high!
"Ah!!!"
Chu Jiang let out a piercing scream!
Chu Chen's dagger strike was precise, piercing directly into Chu Jiang's throat and directly muffling his voice.
"You three wastes, what are you waiting for? Kill him, kill him!"
Chu Jiang struggled painfully, flailing his arms.
The other three at the ninth level of Body Tempering rushed forward, intending to rescue Chu Jiang.
However...
Chu Chen moved again!
"Shuā!"
Another hand chop.
Chu Jiang's entire right shoulder exploded, revealing white bones and dripping blood.
"Ah!!!"
Chu Jiang screamed in pain, his features contorted, and a deep fear surged in his heart.
He was finished!
Chu Chen, when he went mad, was like a demon god, completely disregarding the consequences.
He was not afraid of death.
But he didn't want to die!
"I, I surrender! I admit defeat! Please spare me!"
Chu Jiang wailed, knelt before Chu Chen, and begged.
He was from a collateral branch of the Chu family, with shallow roots within the clan. He usually relied on Chu He's favor.
He had bullied clan members, acted arrogantly, and done many bad deeds.
Now, he had offended a malevolent star, and he feared Chu He would not forgive him!
"Too late!" Chu Chen shook his head and coldly drew his halberd.
Chī!
Blood splattered!
Chu Jiang's eyes widened, and he died with his eyes open.
He never imagined that Chu Chen would kill him without hesitation with a halberd strike!
The other several martial artists at the ninth level of Body Tempering changed their expressions, filled with terror!
"Chu Chen!"
Chu He roared in exasperation, "You dare to kill Chu Jiang, I will never let you go!"
"Noisy." Chu Chen couldn't be bothered, he stepped forward and crushed Chu Jiang's head, blood splashing everywhere.
He slowly walked out of the main hall, stood at the entrance, and swept his cold gaze towards Chu He.
"Still want to kill me? Then come at me together." Chu Chen said faintly.
In an instant!
Chu He's face changed wildly.
"Stop, stop!"
He immediately waved his hand, sweat beading on his forehead, and his tone softened.
"There were many misunderstandings just now. I hope nephew Chu Chen will not take offense."
"I apologize to you on behalf of Chu Jiang and guarantee that I will not trouble you again!"
"Chu Jiang is dead, and your objective has been achieved. You should stop and leave the Chu family."
Chu He fawned subserviently, completely lacking the dignity and aura of a ninth-level Body Tempering expert.
"Hmph!"
Chu Chen snorted and turned to leave.
"Wait." Chu He called out to him, pondered for a moment, and said, "Since Chu Chen, you are unwilling to stay in the Chu family.
Then I will give you a treasure."
"Hmm?" Chu Chen's eyebrows slightly arched, and he looked over with some surprise.
"Do you know that the Chu family's ancestor, Chu He, cultivated the [Azure Profound Sword Art] which has been passed down for thousands of years?
This cultivation technique is very difficult to practice, but once mastered, its power is boundless!"
Chu He's expression was excited, "Your talent is extraordinary, and you will surely be more than capable of cultivating the [Azure Profound Sword Art].
I hope you will join the Chu family and become a disciple of the Chu family!"
Hearing this, Chu Chen frowned.
"Heh, you think I'm too weak and are worried I'll seize the Chu family's inheritance, right?" he asked with a cold smile.
"Alas, you don't understand our difficulties..." Chu He sighed and shook his head.
"I understand." Chu Chen nodded in agreement.
"Haha, that's great! Chu Chen, you are indeed smart!"
Chu He was overjoyed and quickly said, "From now on, you and I will be like brothers.
I, Chu He, will do my best to nurture you!"
"You two, go and inform the Chu family to prepare spirit stones and precious medicinal materials."
Chu He commanded, then added, "Tell them that this time the bet counts as my win!"
Chu Chen remained silent. He turned and walked towards a courtyard in the distance.
This used to be his home.
Unfortunately, it was now destroyed and had become Chu Jiang's private property.
The house was already dilapidated, the walls were peeling, and thick dust covered the ground.
Chu Chen entered the room.
A skeleton lay on the bed, its clothes long since tattered.
It was covered in black bloodstains and even carried a decaying smell.
A rusty bronze iron sword was stuck in the skeleton.
The iron sword seemed to have been damaged and was broken, covered in rust, appearing very ordinary.
Chu Chen picked up the iron sword and rubbed its edge with his finger.
This was a broken sword, its body covered in various cracks, looking very old.
"You've finally returned..."
A hoarse, ancient voice sounded.
The skeleton suddenly opened its eyes!
It sat up, its eyes turbid and dull, looking like a walking corpse.
"Grandfather, is that you?" Chu Chen was greatly shocked.
He hadn't expected that while he was away from the Chu family, someone would sneak into the Chu family ancestral hall and steal ancestral relics!
This person was Chu He's father, Chu Yunshan.
"Who gave you these things?" Chu Yunshan asked.
Chu Chen was stunned.
"I don't know, Chu He gave them to me."
He replied truthfully.
"Scoundrel!" Chu Yunshan cursed.
"I'll go drag him here right now and let you deal with him."
Chu Yunshan said.
As soon as he finished speaking, Chu Yunshan disappeared from his spot.
Chu Chen stood quietly in the room, his eyes deep.
"What does my grandfather mean by this?"
"Are these things very precious?"
Chu Chen frowned and pondered.
Suddenly!
A cold breeze blew past, and Chu Chen couldn't help but shiver.
He suddenly turned his head.
He saw a figure in a black robe eerily appearing behind him!
This was a hunched figure, its body bent like a bowstring, thin as if skin and bones.
But a suffocatingly cold killing intent emanated from its surroundings!
"A ghost?"
Chu Chen was startled.