C3 Sacred Body Showing Its Power
Upon hearing the remark, Xiao Xiaofan emerged from the system interface, his brow furrowed as he regarded the trio before him. In his recollection, these individuals were fellow beggars from the same district, albeit older than himself. They appeared to be part of an organization akin to the Beggar Gang he recalled from his past life. Their cultivation levels weren't impressive, but each was a Fighter branded with Holy Marks.
The more corpulent one was Zhang San, boasting the prowess of a Two-star Apprentice. His leaner counterpart, Li Si, possessed the strength of a One-star Apprentice. The one who had spoken up was their ringleader, known as Wang Er Ma Zi, with the capability of a Three-star Apprentice.
Typically, they exploited their slight edge in strength to torment Xiao Xiaofan. Seeing his current plight, they seemed ready to kick him while he was down. But Xiao Xiaofan had undergone a transformation; with the system at his disposal, his power had soared to that of a Ten-star Apprentice. He was determined to settle the score for the young man whose body he now inhabited.
Securing the gold coins within his pocket with utmost care, Xiao Xiaofan issued a chilling ultimatum, "You have three seconds to disappear from my sight, or else face the consequences."
The trio paused, taken aback by his words, then anger flared within them. The little beggar they once pushed around was now defying them—unbelievable audacity!
"What's this? Did the Chen family's guards knock some sense out of the kid?" one jeered.
"He even fancies Miss Mo Qingyan from the Mo family. A toad lusting after swan meat!" another scoffed.
"Big bro, second bro, no need for you to lift a finger. I'll handle this upstart," the third declared with contempt.
Li Si approached Xiao Xiaofan with a sneer, ready to throw down the gauntlet. "Listen up, kid. I'm giving you one chance: kowtow, apologize, and hand over your money. Fail to comply, and you won't live to see tomorrow's sunrise."
Wang Er Ma Zi and Zhang San held back, content to watch with smirks plastered on their faces.
Li Si was considered to have the strength of a One-star Apprentice, so taking on a frail little beggar seemed like no challenge at all to them!
Xiao Xiaofan, on the other hand, appeared as if he hadn't heard their taunts. Rising to his feet, he spoke softly, "The time for three breaths has passed. Since you seek your own demise, I shall oblige!"
The trio couldn't help but feel a tinge of surprise at the sight before them. Xiao Xiaofan had undergone a drastic transformation!
Previously standing at a mere 1.6 meters and looking underdeveloped, Xiao Xiaofan now towered at 1.8 meters, surpassing them in height!
His body was now a showcase of robust, proportionate muscles. Brushing aside his disheveled hair, he revealed a face that was dirty yet exuded determination.
Had they not been keeping an eye on Xiao Xiaofan, they surely would have mistaken him for someone else!
"Humph! Such trickery!" Li Si snapped out of his astonishment, sneering, "What does it matter if you've bulked up? I am a One-star Apprentice!"
"In the face of Battle Aura, your muscular physique is as flimsy as paper!"
With that, he advanced and swung a punch towards Xiao Xiaofan's chest, the technique lacking finesse but his fist flickering with a faint red glow—clearly the work of Battle Aura!
Wang Er and Zhang San, witnessing this, felt a bit more at ease. Despite Xiao Xiaofan's surprising metamorphosis, they didn't believe he stood a chance against Li Si, a One-star Apprentice with a Fire-Type Holy Mark!
The disturbance had caught the attention of passersby; a beggar using Battle Aura in a scuffle was indeed a novel sight!
A luxurious sedan chair had also come to a halt in the distance. A delicate hand emerged from within, parting the curtains just enough to allow a peek at the unfolding scene, the onlooker seemingly intrigued.
The guard beside the sedan approached and whispered, "Miss, it's merely a scuffle among beggars, hardly noteworthy."
Inside the sedan sat a young woman around twenty-eight, dressed in a white gauze gown, her long black hair shining. Her features were delicate, her eyes bright and teeth white, her eyebrows arched like willow leaves—she possessed a beauty that could captivate and awe.
Her figure would be too long with an inch more, too short with an inch less; too pale with powder, too flushed with rouge. Her waist was as slender as a bundle of silk, her teeth gleamed like pearls!
"Is that so? Although he's a beggar now, who's to say he'll always remain one?" A light and pleasant voice emanated from the sedan chair, "Sylhasera truly is a place of intrigue!"
The guard dared not contradict her, so he simply stood to the side.
Seated within the sedan was none other than the eldest daughter of Golden Vault, one of the most prominent merchant houses in the Azure Dragon Empire. If she made such a remark, it was surely with good reason!
Meanwhile, Xiao Xiaofan didn't show a hint of panic when Li Si charged at him; instead, he raised his palm to meet the attack head-on!
Wang Er and Zhang San sneered at the sight. Did he really think he could stand a chance against a One-star Apprentice with mere physical strength?
The thought was utterly ludicrous!
They could almost visualize Xiao Xiaofan being sent flying, and Li Si's smile hinted at his anticipated victory!
"Ah!"
A scream pierced the air, but it wasn't from Xiao Xiaofan. Instead, it came from Li Si, who possessed the strength of a One-star Apprentice!
Wang Er and Zhang San's eyes widened in disbelief at the unfolding scene.
How could this be? Li Si was the one sent flying!
"Weak!" Xiao Xiaofan said with contempt, "You are far too weak!"
In the clash with Li Si, Xiao Xiaofan had decided to test the strength of his Sacred Body, refraining from using his Battle Aura.
Yet, he had effortlessly repelled his opponent and felt absolutely nothing!
It was as if he had swatted a fly with ease!
Typically, unless a Fighter actively displays their Sacred Mark or employs their Battle Aura, their level of Battle Aura cultivation remains concealed.
Thus, to the onlookers, it appeared that a One-star Apprentice had been sent flying by a mere commoner!
The young lady inside the sedan chair's eyes sparkled at the sight. This young man indeed had some skill; she hadn't misjudged him.
"Curse it!" Wang Er Ma Zi regained his composure, seething with rage, "You dare to fight back, you little wretch! Third Brother, let's take him down together!"
Zhang San, teeth clenched in anger, responded, "Fine! Let's give him a lesson he won't forget!"
As a red glow enveloped both individuals, it became apparent that they too had awakened the Fire Holy Mark!
The young lady within the sedan grew curious. The two beggars who had initiated the attack possessed the strength of two-star and three-star Battle Apprentices, respectively!
How would the boy respond to their challenge?
Would he rely solely on his physical prowess to clash with them, or would he reveal his mastery of Battle Aura?
She was convinced that the boy had a formidable Battle Aura cultivation; it was a mystery why he would choose to live as a beggar.
Indeed, such formidable physical strength could not exist without the sustenance of Battle Aura!
Yet, she was bound to be disappointed. With a slight upward twist of his lips, Xiao Xiaofan opted to meet their force with his own unyielding strength!
"Let's see the true might of your Divine Body!" she thought.
Upon realizing that Xiao Xiaofan was not wielding Battle Aura, but relying solely on his physical strength to launch two punches, their tension eased.
Thank goodness he was not versed in Battle Aura, or they would have been doomed!
A glint of malice flashed in their eyes as they intensified their Battle Aura output.
How dare a non-Fighter beggar show them disrespect and even harm one of their own? Today, they were determined to teach him a lesson!
Xiao Xiaofan, however, remained composed. As their fists collided, two agonized screams pierced the air!
"Ah!"
