Supreme Dragon Martial Soul-Chapter 249: The Bait, How to Conclude!

"Success!"

Luo Cheng opened his eyes, the sharp glint in his gaze like a cold blade. He rose and, with a casual flick of his finger toward the Practice Field, struck out across the air.

With a boom, a brilliant streak of Finger Strength sliced through the air and left a deep groove on the Training Post. The fingerprint was impeccably clear.

Upon seeing the mark, Luo Cheng’s eyes lit up.

"Tongxuan Realm Second Layer! And I’m even close to breaking into the Middle Stage of the Second Layer! What a remarkable feeling!"

Opening the Heart Life Gate, as Qi and blood fused together, Luo Cheng could distinctly feel a transformative leap in his blood, bones, and flesh — his entire body had undergone an astonishing metamorphosis!

The transformation was all-encompassing, shattering the physical limits of his body. Not only was his Essence Energy more than twice as robust as before, but its quality had significantly improved. His physical strength had also surpassed the staggering fifty-thousand-pound threshold!

With these two factors combined, Luo Cheng couldn’t even estimate the level to which his strength had surged. But he had a gut instinct —

With his current power, a single casual attack could obliterate the version of himself from yesterday!

That is to say, he could easily annihilate a Martial Artist in the Late Stage of the Tongxuan Realm Third Layer!

As for confronting top-tier experts like Cheng Gong and Qin Ming, masters at the Third Layer Peak of Tongxuan Realm, he was confident he could now hold his ground. No longer would he need to tread cautiously!

"However, I just ascended to the Second Layer of the Tongxuan Realm, and yet I’m already on the verge of another breakthrough..."

Reflecting on the abrupt changes in his cultivation, a trace of doubt flickered in Luo Cheng’s eyes.

That doubt quickly dissipated:

"Of course! I’ve achieved the Golden Body Realm and cultivated the True Dragon Technique, granting me a body of unmatched resilience, and my Qi and blood far surpass those of Martial Artists at the same level!"

"In the Tongxuan Realm Second Layer, Qi fortifies the blood, and blood nourishes the Qi — the two complement each other! The stronger the Qi and blood, the faster one’s cultivation progresses! By that reasoning, I should be able to achieve the Middle Stage of the Second Layer very soon!"

A faint smile graced Luo Cheng’s face.

No wonder his master had said that the Golden Body Realm was the foundation of Supreme Martial Arts. The benefits it provided were truly innumerable!

"Time to head out for a bit!"

Releasing a long, steady exhale, Luo Cheng stepped out of the courtyard and headed toward the Lingyun Pavilion’s exit.

He worried that if this bait stayed hidden any longer, the fish might all scatter.

That would be a loss too great to bear.

Leaving the Lingyun Pavilion, Luo Cheng chose a bustling street and leisurely strolled along, stopping occasionally and appearing utterly unhurried.

"Luo Cheng’s out! Go inform Senior Brother Cheng Gong quickly!"

"Heh, looks like he’s leaving Linjiang City! Today will mark his end!"

In the crowd, two Fierce Cloud Sect disciples gathered together, spotting Luo Cheng’s figure. One of them darted off swiftly.

Almost simultaneously, several figures silently began tailing behind Luo Cheng.

"One! Two! Three! Four... quite a few, huh!"

In just a short moment, Luo Cheng had already sensed six shadowy figures lurking around him.

As time passed, their numbers only increased.

A cold smile tugged at the corner of Luo Cheng’s lips, but he continued to wander around as if unconcerned.

After wandering for a while and feeling that everything was in place, Luo Cheng finally turned back and strolled toward Lingyun Pavilion.

As he rounded a street corner, a group of people came hurrying toward him. Among them were none other than Cheng Gong and Qin Ming.

"Huh?"

Upon seeing Luo Cheng, both Cheng Gong and Qin Ming paused in surprise.

They had received word that Luo Cheng was leaving Linjiang City and had rushed here immediately.

But now it seemed that wasn’t the case at all.

Looking at the group, Luo Cheng’s face bloomed with a bright smile. "What a coincidence; we meet again."

Ren Qian’s expression darkened as he said coldly, "Luo Cheng, aren’t you supposed to be heading to register for the Outer Sect Grand Tournament? If you don’t leave Linjiang City soon, you’ll miss the deadline for registration!"

Luo Cheng gave a faint smile. "No rush; there’s still time."

Cheng Gong stepped forward and directly said, "Kid, enough nonsense! I’m giving you one final chance. Hand over all your wealth obediently, and I may spare your life! You should know by now — you can’t stay holed up in Linjiang City forever!"

With a teasing smirk, Luo Cheng replied, "Spare my life? I don’t think you’re qualified for that."

Qin Ming gave Luo Cheng a once-over, a look of surprise flashing in his eyes:

"The Second Layer of the Tongxuan Realm? So you’ve had a breakthrough! No wonder you’re so cocky. But alas, even if you’d advanced to the Third Layer of the Tongxuan Realm! Killing you would still be as easy as slaughtering a chicken!"

Cheng Gong’s voice turned icy and sinister. "Choose — death, or life. It’s your call!"

For them, what they truly coveted was the wealth Luo Cheng carried.

As for his life, they could take it at any moment. It was inconsequential.

Luo Cheng shook his head lightly. "Last time was your best chance to kill me. Unfortunately, you didn’t seize it."

Cheng Gong sneered. "Trying to provoke me into striking here? Hoping to use it as an opportunity to escape? Don’t play such childish tricks; I’m not that foolish!"

Glancing at him, Luo Cheng scoffed. "If you’re too afraid to make a move, then scram."

Throwing out these words, Luo Cheng walked past them without looking back.

"Damn it!"

Staring after Luo Cheng’s retreating figure, Cheng Gong clenched his fists tightly, veins bulging on his face.

Cheng Junxian furrowed his brows. "Do we keep waiting?"

"Of course!"

Cheng Gong and Qin Ming responded in unison.

A cruel grin twisted Cheng Gong’s lips, his narrow eyes rife with malice:

"He can’t stay in Linjiang City forever! Daring to waste my time? Once he falls into my hands, I’ll make him wish for death but be unable to die!"

Qin Ming, too, had been enraged by Luo Cheng’s audacity and said coldly:

"Keep a close watch. Don’t let him slip away no matter what!"

Back at the Practice Field, Luo Cheng sat down on a meditation mat.

"Only seven days left until registration for the Outer Sect Grand Tournament! I’ll train for five more days and aim to break into the Late Stage of the Tongxuan Realm Second Layer in one go!"

Drawing in a deep breath, Luo Cheng traced his Storage Ring, retrieving two porcelain bottles into his hands.

The bottles were filled with Blood Nourishing Pills, which could fortify the blood and nourish the body!

In the Tongxuan Realm Second Layer, Qi strengthens the blood, and blood nourishes the Qi. Consuming Spiritual Medicine that enhances Qi and blood made cultivation tremendously efficient!

Without hesitation, Luo Cheng tipped out all ten Blood Nourishing Pills and summoned the Nine-colored Scale to begin refining them.

With his current Realm, refining Three-star Spirit Pills with the Nine-colored Scale was a breeze.

In less than two hours, Luo Cheng had already refined all ten Blood Nourishing Pills!

After being tempered by the Nine-colored Scale, the Blood Nourishing Pills had become even more brilliant, glistening like rubies while emanating a rich and potent bloody golden aura.

Plucking up two of the pills, Luo Cheng swallowed them in one gulp.

Gulp!

The moment the Blood Nourishing Pills slid down his throat, a fiery energy erupted within him, spreading throughout his body. His Qi and blood were nurtured, boiling fiercely as though they were molten lava.

Luo Cheng didn’t dare relax, quickly settling his mind and activating the All Heavens Dragon Control Technique to refine the medicinal power.

Meanwhile, in a luxurious pavilion elsewhere...

Luo Yao reclined lazily on a lounge chair, clad in a flowing Phoenix Wing Long Dress. Her alluring curves were faintly visible.

Though only seventeen or eighteen years old, her every gesture exuded an irresistible charm.

"Oh? He went out for a bit and has returned to his Cultivation Room?"

Listening to the report from Ah Mu, Luo Yao’s eyes blinked with intrigue.

"Hmm, he just wandered around the city, probably unable to bear the monotony of cultivation and went out for a change of scenery. He did, however, encounter Qin Ming and the others mid-way, which caused a few sparks of conflict."

Faced with Luo Yao, Ah Mu dared not speak ill of Luo Cheng directly, but the disdain in his tone was poorly concealed.

Heh.

Luo Yao clasped her hands beneath her chin, her crimson lips curling into a sly smile:

"At a time like this, forgoing peaceful cultivation and stirring up trouble instead... it all seems far too deliberate."

"He’s becoming increasingly interesting. I can’t wait to see how he’ll handle this mess he’s made..."