Chapter 8: One Punch Knockout

  Dead silence.

  Everyone gazed at the words on the inkstone, their expressions changing, a kaleidoscope of colors.

  Immediately afterwards, there was a collective deep breath, as if everyone couldn't believe what they were seeing.

  On the rostrum, Lu Hao had already stood up, his face excited beyond measure.

  Lu Fan did it!

  Made it!

  Lu Feng's face was shocked, he couldn't believe that Lu Fan, who had been a waste for over a decade, suddenly rose to prominence.

  Even Lu Hao Ran stood up. Achieving the sixth level of Body Refining was not a big deal, but what was frightening was that just one month ago, Lu Fan was only at the third level of Body Refining.

  Is it possible for something to rise threefold in just one month?

  Lu Hao Ran clearly knew that the effect of the Gathering Power Pill he gave to Lu Hao was that even if it killed him, it would only be able to raise Lu Fan's cultivation by one level.

  But now, it's three times as much!

  Lu Ming, who was originally prepared to watch Lu Fan's jokes, had his mouth wide open at this moment, and he was so shocked that he couldn't say anything.

  Several of the Lu family's young men seemed to have gone mad and started shouting wildly.

  "This is impossible, absolutely impossible!"

  But those four big characters of Jin Can's six-refined physique were irrefutable.

  Lu Fan withdrew his fist, and his emotions returned to calmness.

  All these years of suffering have taught him nothing but how to control his emotions.

  Lu Fan walked back slowly, each step of his seemed to be stepping on the faces of those who had mocked him, causing their expressions to change.

  Look at their achievements, how many of them can be like him, a six-layer cultivator?

  Not to mention Lu Fan's terrifying promotion speed.

  Lu Feng gritted his teeth and turned his head towards Lu Hao, saying: "Lu Hao, what kind of pill did you give him?"

  Lu Hao had never felt so carefree before, and he smiled, saying: "Don't you know about the Gathering Power Pill?"

  Lu Feng said: "Impossible, the Gathering Power Pill absolutely does not have the effect of allowing someone to advance three realms in just one month."

  Lu Hao replied, "What you said is correct, the Jili Dan does not have this effect. Everything was a result of Lu Fan's own efforts. It's clear that he is very diligent and intelligent."

  Lu Hao's words were like a slap in the face to Lu Feng, who had just been boasting about his evaluation of Lu Fan. Now, with one punch from Lu Fan, everything was turned upside down. Lu Feng's face turned extremely ugly, but he couldn't retort.

  "No, he must have used some trick to deceive Mo Shi. I don't believe he has cultivated his body to the sixth level, absolutely not! Lu Fan, you despicable cheat, don't think that using some crooked and evil methods can fool everyone. A waste will always be a waste!"

  Lu Tianpeng shouted loudly, he had only refined his body to the fifth level, one level lower than Lu Fan. He couldn't accept this cruel reality, a guy he called trash every day was actually stronger than him in cultivation.

  Infuriated Lu Tianhang didn't care about the consequences, his yelling made even Lu Haoran furrow his brow.

  Lu Hao also got angry and shouted loudly at Lu Tianxia: "Lu Tianxia, what do you want to do?"

  This loud shout already carried a strong momentum, with the wind suddenly rising, Lu Hao's roar was like a tiger roaring in the mountains, which is also why he was called the "Tiger of Momentum".

  Lu Tianpeng reluctantly closed his mouth, and the veins on his forehead throbbed.

  Lu Hadron's gaze swept across everything, and everyone's expression was taken in by his eyes.

  Lu Tianpeng's anger and shame, Lu Ming's pale face, as well as the jealous and astonished expressions of the Lu family children all disappointed him.

  Is this the young generation of the Lu family? Not even a bit of the composure that a member of a large family should have.

  Only Lu Fan, who had been calm and composed from start to finish, showed no sorrow or joy, with a demeanor that was beyond reproach.

  Lu Hao Ran secretly sighed, it seemed that he still didn't understand this grandson of his very well. If Lu Fan's strength could be a bit stronger and his talent a bit better, perhaps Lu Fan would make a very suitable third-generation successor.

  "With a plan in mind, Lu Hao Ran spoke out: 'No one can deceive Mo Shi, not even the people from Wu Dao Academy can do it, so how can you think that you can? Be careful with your words, you are the children of the Lu family, and Lu Fan is too.'"

  Lu Hadan's words were final. Lu Tiange didn't dare say more, he could only bow his head and acknowledge. Even if he was arrogant, he wouldn't dare defy the family master Lu Hadan to his face.

  "Lu Tianpeng, you don't believe it? Alright, you can use up your challenge opportunity this year to challenge Lu Fan. If you win, there's no reward. If you lose, you'll go to Pinshan County to guard the forest for a year. What do you say?"

  Lu Hao Ran said calmly, his gaze falling on Lu Tian Ge like a knife.

  Winning nothing, losing such a great punishment, this kind of thing is something that Lu Tianpeng would never do normally. But today, he who had already been confused, actually agreed without any hesitation.

  "Reporting to the master of the house, I am willing. I will challenge Lu Fan right now!"

  On the platform, Lu Tian Ge's father suddenly became anxious. But Lu Hao Ran lightly glanced at him and he didn't dare to say another word.

  Lu Hao Ran sat down and said, "Alright, you can start competing now. Consider it a warm-up for the upcoming family competition."

  Lu Tianpeng suddenly tore off his clothes and walked out with big strides.

  Lu Fan had no choice but to walk out again, looking at Lu Tian Ge with a calm gaze.

  "Gritting his teeth, Lu Tianxie almost squeezed out the words from between his teeth: 'Lu Fan, I've said it before and I'll do it - I'll beat you until you kneel down and beg for mercy. I'll make everyone see your true face, you're just a useless waste.'"

  Lu Fan raised his eyes and looked at Lu Tian Ge saying: "Are you done with your nonsense?"

  Lu Tianpeng's eyes were about to spew out flames as he strode towards Lu Fan in large strides.

  With a loud punch, Lu Tianyi's fist had already brought the sound of breaking wind, a standard rush punch, straight towards Lu Fan's nose.

  Lu Fan slightly shifted his body and dodged this punch. But Lu Tianxia still wouldn't give up, one fist didn't hit, the left fist struck out again.

  This time, Lu Fan raised his left hand and grabbed Lu Tian's fist.

  His arm trembled slightly, and Lu Tianxia's strength was neutralized. Immediately afterwards, Lu Tianxia felt an unstoppable force coming from Lu Fan's right arm, and with a push, he was directly pushed back several steps.

  On the platform, Lu Hao smiled happily, this was clearly a manifestation of overwhelming power, and Lu Tian Ge would definitely lose miserably.

  Lu Tianpeng stood firm, his eyes already showing a change.

  Was that majestic power just now emitted from Lu Fan's body? Lu Tian Ge instinctively chose not to believe, then his foot heavily stomped the ground, and he shot towards Lu Fan like an arrow leaving a bowstring.

  Storm Fist!

  Lu Tianpeng used his own martial skills, and during the charge, he condensed his strength on his right fist. As long as he touched his opponent, it would explode. This move was taught by his father's military martial arts, which was much better than ordinary martial arts.

  But the next moment, Lu Tian Ge felt the arrival of doomsday. Facing Lu Tian Ge's fierce punch, Lu Fan didn't dodge or evade and countered with a hard punch.

  Bōzan-ken!

  Two fists collided, and in an instant, a cracking sound of shattered bones was heard.

  Lu Fan's fist was like iron and stone, and with a single blow, he shattered Lu Tianjue's arm.

  In an instant, Lu Tianjue's whole body shook violently, and he flew backward for a distance of one zhang (about 3.3 meters), heavily slamming onto the ground.

  The terrifying power was unlike anything a Sixth-Order cultivator could unleash, stunning the entire audience in an instant.

  This time, even Lu Ming couldn't help but stand up. Although he was a cultivator of the eighth level of body refinement, when he saw Lu Fan's punch, he still instinctively felt threatened. If this punch were to land on his own body, he probably wouldn't be doing well either.

  "Good!"

  Lu Hadan suddenly spoke out, a smile hanging on his mouth.

  Such an iron fist, really strong and fierce. With Lu Hao Ran's cultivation, he naturally knew that to practice such an iron fist at Lu Fan's age would require a lot of effort and suffering.

  This is real kung fu, no room for even half a bit of falsehood.

  Lu Tianpeng struggled to get up, feeling as if his entire world had collapsed.

  What was once trash in his eyes, Lu Fan, now looked down on him like a war god. Jealousy, regret and fear filled his mind, while the people around him already showed him pitying glances.

  Lu Tianpeng still wanted to continue fighting with Lu Fan, but he couldn't even stand steadily.

  Lu Fan walked slowly in front of him and said, "Do you want to keep fighting?"

  Lu Tianpeng looked at Lu Fan, his eyes flashing, but in the end he lost the courage to make a move and closed his eyes, falling to the ground with a thud.

  Lu Tianpeng's fall was like a heavy hammer that smashed into the hearts of those who had once mocked Lu Fan.

  Lu Fan raised his head and swept his gaze across the entire scene, saying: "Is there anyone else who wants to challenge?"

  The voice was not loud, but it made everyone hear clearly, and the overbearing aura was revealed. All the Lu family children who were swept by Lu Fan's gaze almost lowered their heads and didn't dare to meet Lu Fan's gaze.

  Lu Ming finally couldn't bear it anymore and walked forward saying: "Lu Fan, I've come to meet you."

  Just then, Lu Feng stood up and said: "Lu Ming, step down."

  Lu Feng desperately made eye contact with Lu Ming, because judging from Lu Feng's strength, it was clear that Lu Fan hadn't used his full force and had only thrown a simple punch. It was possible that Lu Fan still had a hidden killer move that he hadn't brought out yet.

  Lu Ming's challenge at this time is not in line with etiquette. Lu Tianlie only has a five-layer cultivation base, and it's okay to use the word "challenge" against Lu Fan's six-layer cultivation base. However, Lu Ming is older and has a higher cultivation level than Lu Fan, so his sudden appearance would raise suspicions of bullying, which could easily leave a bad impression on Old Man Lu.

  For the greater good, Lu Feng must stop his own son from making a mistake.

  Lu Hao Ran also saw it and raised his hand: "Lu Ming, you can go down now, there's nothing for you to do today. Lu Fan, you can also go down. You performed very well today."

  Lu Ming and Lu Fan both nodded in agreement.

  Lu Ming walked away with a huff, while Lu Fan didn't stop for a moment, picked up some wine and dishes, and left the banquet under everyone's gaze.

  Although Lu Fan also left alone in previous years, his back this year gave everyone a different impression.

  Lu Haoran turned his head and smiled at Lu Hao, saying: "Lu Hao, you have a good son."

  Lu Hao burst out laughing, sweeping away the gloom of over a decade.