Chapter 139 - Three Days' Time

It was late to speak, but in that instant, the Third Master’s figure had already darted toward Ye Chenfeng, his toes lightly touching the ground, and with every point, he would drift a great distance.Ye Chenfeng’s steps continuously moved backward, retreating directly out of Mao Kangping’s herbal shop.

The space inside was too narrow, not advantageous for confronting an enemy, let alone the possibility that the Third Master’s strength could be much higher than his own!

Outside the building, the cool night breeze blew in waves, and the silver moonlight from the night sky poured down, illuminating Ye Chenfeng’s stern face, while the Fifth Level peak Soul Force within his body churned continuously.

Just as Ye Chenfeng stepped out of the herbal shop, a piercing wind attacked his ears.

Without hesitation, his right arm shielded by his ear, “Bang!” The Third Master’s kick struck Ye Chenfeng’s arm while airborne.

A numbing sensation spread through the right arm, and the force transmitted from the arm jolted his body, pushing him back three to four meters.

Ye Chenfeng was inwardly shocked, despite having already guessed that the opponent was stronger than him.

After all, he had now advanced to the peak of Fifth Level Soul Force, yet he was easily put at a disadvantage from a single move?

How much stronger could the opponent be?

The strength of the Third Master in front of him was not something that the Ancient Martial Artist Ye Chenfeng encountered in Tianhai could compare to; they were clearly not on the same level.

Last time in Tianhai, Ye Chenfeng’s strength was barely at Fourth Level Soul Force, and he had relied on the external release of Soul Force to barely deal with the assassin, but now Ye Chenfeng’s strength had risen to Fifth Level Soul Force.

If he were to confront someone of the same level as that Tianhai assassin again, he was confident he could easily defeat them.

However, the Third Master’s strength was far beyond Ye Chenfeng’s; unless his Soul Force could break through to the Sixth Level, only then might the Third Master in front of him be readily defeated.

His right arm dropped, the veins on the back of his hand bulging, the whole arm temporarily losing sensation.

He knew that defeating the Third Master tonight was impossible—their strengths were just too disparate.

Ye Chenfeng couldn’t surprise the enemy with the external release of Soul Force like last time in Tianhai.

“Not bad, your reaction is quite quick.

I thought you wouldn’t even be able to take one of my moves,” said the Third Master, his expression still not relaxed.

He believed that no matter how weak the enemy, one must always be vigilant to prevent capsizing in the gutter.

No sooner had the words fallen than the Third Master’s figure once again swooped toward Ye Chenfeng.

Fortunately, Ye Chenfeng was slightly faster than his opponent.

Every time the Third Master’s fist aimed for his body, he could dodge at the last critical moment.

After back and forth like this for over ten minutes, the Third Master still hadn’t landed a hit on Ye Chenfeng. Tʜe sourcᴇ of thɪs content ɪs ɴovᴇl(F)ɪre.ɴet

The Third Master became restless, fury rising in his heart.

To him, the enemy clearly seemed weak, someone he could easily defeat in one or two moves, yet Ye Chenfeng’s figure was as agile as a monkey.

No matter how he increased his speed, he was always just that bit too short.

He bellowed, “It’s useless, no matter how you dodge.

How much energy do you have left to avoid my attacks?”

Just like the Third Master said, maintaining the extreme speed of Fifth Level Soul Force was incredibly draining, and Ye Chenfeng could distinctly feel his strength rapidly diminishing.

If things continued like this, he would be left with no choice but death.

His body suddenly executed a 180-degree sharp turn, his figure darting towards the outskirts of the trade market.

If he could make it out of the trade market and into the Primeval Forest, perhaps he could use the terrain to gain the upper hand over the Third Master.

Seeing Ye Chenfeng attempting to flee, the Third Master chased after him without hesitation.

Fighting Ye Chenfeng tonight he felt quite stifled, having not managed to land a single blow on Ye Chenfeng after a long battle.

The two of them, one in front, one behind, were caught in a relentless chase!

There was a considerable distance between the Primeval Forest and the trading market!

As time passed, the power within Ye Chenfeng’s body drained rapidly.

He was even caught up to by the Third Master a few times, taking several heavy punches squarely to his back.

A sweet taste filled his throat, and before he knew it, he spat out a mouthful of fresh blood.

He gritted his teeth and desperately circulated his Soul Force to barely increase his speed once more.

As the thick taste of blood spread in his mouth, Ye Chenfeng cursed inwardly, “Don’t let me catch the opportunity, or I’ll make you experience a pain far worse than death.”

After running for a full two hours, the Primeval Forest finally came into view for Ye Chenfeng.

He increased his speed once again and dashed quickly into the forest.

Having entered the Primeval Forest once before, Ye Chenfeng found it much easier the second time around, and he quickly found a hidden place to take cover.

After the Third Master entered the Primeval Forest, he was surrounded by lush trees and Ye Chenfeng’s figure had disappeared without a trace.

The vastness of the Primeval Forest, filled with countless hiding spots, made it impossible for the Third Master, no matter how powerful he was, to locate Ye Chenfeng quickly.

Hidden in the dark and ready to seize any opportunity, Ye Chenfeng tensed up when the Third Master spoke, “Young man, you can run but you can’t hide forever.

Don’t think that just because I can’t find you now, you are out of danger.”

“Don’t forget that I have your two friends in my hands.

For today, I’ll spare you, but in three days, bring the woman you abducted to Yishun Auction House and take your own life in front of me.

Otherwise, be prepared to collect your friends’ remains!”

After speaking, the Third Master left the Primeval Forest without looking back.

He knew that if he continued to search for Ye Chenfeng’s hiding place, he would be putting himself in great danger and might even be eliminated by his opponent if caught off guard.

He could tell that Ye Chenfeng was a person who valued loyalty, using the threat of Mao Kangping and the others’ lives was most effective.

And with just three days, he was confident that the other party wouldn’t be able to cause much trouble.

Could Ye Chenfeng’s strength possibly surpass his own in just three days?

The very idea was preposterous.

Hidden in the dark, Ye Chenfeng was momentarily stunned before exhaling deeply.

Three days was, at least, a grace period.

As long as he could elevate his strength to a Sixth Level Soul Force within these three days, he was confident that his opponent would be no match for him.

“Cough cough cough.” A violent coughing fit ensued, and Ye Chenfeng spat out another mouthful of fresh blood.

After these repeated events, Ye Chenfeng felt the urgency to improve his strength more acutely than ever.

At the very least, he needed to restore his Soul Force to its peak state in his previous life, Eighth Level Soul Force.

With that, he estimated there wouldn’t be many who could best him.