With this thought, Horace immediately tried to stop his son. "Little brat, don't be ridiculous! No matter how you challenge him, you will never be a match for Mr. Fred. Please understand how big the skill gap is between the two of you!""Dad, are you looking down on me? As your son, you should know how strong I am. You also know very well that I can wipe the floor with this guy if he wants to fight! Please understand the gap between me and him!”Nohn's mind was made up, and there was no room for negotiation. However, Fred said slowly, "I’m fine with having a duel. Let’s see if you are a martial arts prodigy or just a mediocre brat.""You have found the wrong person, Fred!" Nohn clenched his fists. A raging flame began to light up behind him, burning continuously.However, in Fred's view, this was just a gimmick."It seems that your main training is related to your fists. Am I right in saying that you are most proud of your iron fists?" Fred asked."Yes. There is no enemy that I c
Fred observed Nohn’s power and was quite satisfied with the boy’s strength. His talent far exceeded his imagination.Fred was sure that if he brought this person to his side, it would mean adding a powerful aide to his arsenal.However, Fred felt that the boy was not perfect. From all aspects, it seemed that something was missing. Fred frowned and looked at him carefully.Nohn was awed by Fred's agile jumping ability.He thought, “Who…Who is this...?’Nohn smirked and revealed a cruel smile. "You are deliberately provoking me like this, aren’t you?"Fred shook his head and said, "No, I'm just giving you a chance to show off your ability! However, I don’t think that’s all you have, right?"Nohn said, "Just wait and see!"Given such a challenge, how could Nohn let Fred go so easily?No matter what, he had to preserve his dignity.Nohn was so angry that he could kill Fred at any time.Fred did not care. He was quite happy to see Nohn’s murderous fighting spirit."Nohn, I know
Nohn looked more dismayed than being forced to swallow sewage. He thought he could easily defeat Fred, but now the gap between him and Fred was not just a small one—it was completely incomparable.Fred was quite impressed with Nohn’s speed. From this alone, Nohn was not an ordinary person.Horace was getting even more anxious. His son was indeed very rebellious and capable, but compared with a monster like Fred, Nohn was not at the same level!Horace wanted to interfere and stop the confrontation but did not have the courage to even move. He probably would not even be able to stretch out his hand.He thought, ‘This, this is too difficult…’Fred noticed it. He looked back at Horace and asked skeptically, “I noticed your expression. Are you that unhappy with me? Why don’t the two of us practice together? Maybe you can score a win.""No, no, no, I didn't mean that. Don't get me wrong, Brother Fred!"Nohn saw through Horace’s expression. He knew how powerful Fred was now, otherwise,
To build up such strength required strenuous practice and perseverance, and so Fred decided he would keep trying when he got the opportunity. “Sure! If we’re both alright with this, I don’t mind. We’ll fight him together!” he agreed quickly. Horace felt conflicted. The image of the elder dying at Fred’s hands was still fresh in his mind. He did not know whether he should agree to fight or not.Fred shrugged impatiently. “If you’re going to fight, then do it. I know you have a few tricks up your sleeve, so come on!” Horace knew there was no escaping this fight, so he gathered his courage. “Very well, Fred. Come on, Nohn. We’ll fight him together!” Fred curled his finger. “Come on, then. I’ve been waiting for you two. Fight me with everything you have. Don’t hold back.”“I don’t like the way you’re looking at me, Fred!” Nohn added, “Let’s make him pay for this, Dad!” The two of them surrounded Fred, but h the latter still remained unfazed. It was as if fighting the two of th
Fred eventually explained himself.Horace realized as well that it would not be easy to get Fred to go easy on him. Fred watched as Horace’s expression slowly turned into one of despair. Fred smiled. He would teach Horace a lesson the man would never forget. Martial prowess alone was not enough to gain one’s loyalty. He needed more than one tactic if he wanted Horace to respect him and be willing to follow him truly. Suddenly, Nohn shouted, “Are you stupid, Dad?”Horace turned around, confused as to why Nohn would say so. Nohn continued, “You're the sect leader of the Shadowflame Sect! People respect and admire you! I’m not so stupid that I don’t know who Fred is, but he’s still just a supreme elder from the Triple Flair Sect! Who gave him the right to cross me?!” Fred raised his brows amusedly. “I thought you had been in seclusion this whole time. I wasn’t aware you had heard of me.” Nohn replied, “Of course! I knew you’d never be an opponent worthy of my time, so I jus
“When did I lie to you? You must have misunderstood something.” Fred scratched his head and asked, “What do you mean? Explain it to me, okay?” Nohn asked, “Haven't you realized it yourself? Aren’t you strong enough already? Why would you overpower my father like that? What are you trying to prove?” Fred felt a strong urge to break character. “Why are you talking to me like that? Didn’t I already tell you I wouldn’t go easy on him? Didn’t I make myself clear enough?”Nohn was infuriated too and started howling at the sky. Fred did not understand what Nohn was trying to do, so he decided to watch silently. What Fred did not expect was for Horace to look appalled and nervous. “What are you doing, Nohn?! You’re being too impulsive!”Fred was confused. “What’s this? Some secret practice of the Shadowflame Sect?” He was even more interested now.Horace suddenly said, “Fred, I think you’ll want to get out of his way for this.” “Get out of the way? That’s not really my style, t
Despite knowing how dangerous Nohn was in feral mode, it did not change how Horace saw his son. Nohn was terrifying in feral mode. He was practically unstoppable, and there was one time the Shadowflame Sect almost got annihilated while he was in feral mode.No one could hold him back, let alone stop him. He was undefeatable.Horace knew how serious the damage could be, so he tried his best to stand and flee. His injuries had him hissing in pain and close to tears, however, so he could hardly walk. Horace yelled, “Fred Hoffman, what are you doing?!” “I’m waiting for him to transform. I want to know what he can do,” Fred said calmly. “I want to leave. Let me go!” Horace said again. “Okay… You have legs, don’t you? It’s not like I’m in your way either. You can go. I won’t stop you,” Fred said calmly.“Yeah, but did you have to kick me so hard? How am I supposed to go like this? Talking alone is taking up all the strength I have left in me," Horace said truthfully. He knew t
Fred did not realize how Nohn’s strength suddenly burst out in all directions. It was unreal how powerful Nohn was. Every fist seemed to be wrapped in layers of hungry flames, ready to kill whatever target they landed on. Fred was well aware that these fists were actually large balls of flames, and right now, they were heading for him at almost impossible speeds. He kept his eyes on the fists, and he could clearly see the path he should take to land an attack. However, what he did next shocked everyone.Fred could have dodged each fist before they landed but instead chose to meet those attacks with those of his own.With fists of powerful wind and an unstoppable momentum, Fred dodged and fought with ease. Horace was stunned. He thought that Nohn would be able to land at least a hit on Fred in feral mode. Fred’s ease had Horace reassessing his understanding of the young man's power. He could not believe that those gusts of wind actually had enough momentum to move forwa
Marciella walking away did not bode well with the giant snake. Marciella was its food! How could it accept that its food had escaped?Marciella had not moved far yet. She reluctantly looked back at Fred.She did not know how Fred would handle the River God. She could only hope Fred would be okay!When Fred saw that she had left, he geared up, rubbing his palms in glee. He had an eager look on his face, which confused the giant snake.It was the snake’s first time meeting a man like Fred!How strange indeed!At this time!Suddenly, Fred said with hostility etched on his face, "Hey, Big Snake, what are you going to do now?"The snake's attention was entirely focused on him, which seemed off to Fred."What I’m going to do?"The giant snake fixated its eyes on Fred. It felt that it could handle a human like Fred easily.“I’m going to kill you with one bite! How dare you look down on me like this!"The giant snake rushed toward Fred fiercely at a speed so fast that no one could
Fred was annoyed by the giant snake's arrogant tone. Fred squinted his eyes at the snake and asked in confusion, "Why are you making that face?"“Huh?"The giant snake was shocked. He thought that Fred would submit to him, but to his surprise, Fred was not shaken at all.The snake was about to lose his temper.“Dirty snake, haven't I made myself clear enough? I think you are probably sleep-talking if you want me to hand over my people to you..." Fred said impatiently.At this moment…Feeling that it was being ridiculed, the snake said suddenly, "You punk, this is the first time anyone spoke to me this way. What is your name?"“Me?"Fred was stunned subconsciously, not knowing what the snake wanted. Suddenly, he understood.“Did you want to know my name so you can remember me, bow down before me, and become my follower? Sure, I’ll give you that chance!"He was adding fuel to the fire. The giant snake almost spat out blood in anger!"What? You want me to follow an immature bei
Huh!?Putting aside Marciella, even Fred could not hide his shock as a giant snake appeared from under the water!A giant snake!How could it be!?Fred's eyes widened at the sheer size of the snake. "A Giant Snake… Is this the so-called River God?"Moreover, the size was humongous. The snake must be at least ten stories high!What a huge snake!Fred finally understood why he felt a powerful force under the water!There was a sharp glint in the giant snake’s eyes! That was the blinking light from time to time!"Who comes here? Are you from the village? Who do you plan to sacrifice to me this time?" As soon as the giant snake spoke, Fred realized that this was not the first time it had done this.The snake seemed familiar with the ritual process. Obviously, the villagers had witnessed this giant snake before. This was the meeting between the two sides! Fred felt uncomfortable at this. As for the giant snake, it felt bemused when it saw Fred. The snake had never seen Fred befo
Fred was going to risk it all to open this girl's eyes!The force from the punch was extraordinary! As soon as the tree was hit by the seismic fist, it fell immediately and the whole tree split neatly in two!Marciella was dumbfounded!Although she knew how powerful Fred was, to witness his power was a different thing entirely!"Master Fred, your power is insane!"Marciella could not help but applaud.Fred seemed indifferent, as though he had no feeling at all about this."Is it? Why do you think so?"He looked so indifferent.For Ancient Martial Arts, things did not get any simpler than this!"You’re so strong. Anyway, I don’t doubt you anymore..." Marciella sighed, suddenly feeling very sad. "This is the reward of being educated. If we were more knowledgeable, we wouldn’t be so clueless.”"Haha, if you can't solve your issues, your descendants can work harder," Fred said with a wink.Marciella said, "Mr. Fred, I needed to ask you something! What if our luck was changed ju
What Fred said aroused her curiosity."What does it look like when you offer a sacrifice?"Fred knew he could not speak of this matter. Sure enough, Marciella felt a little downcast after Fred said the words. She did not know why Fred would say such a thing. Suddenly, Fred felt bad about it.He coughed and said, "Don't think too much about it... I just want to find a clue. Maybe we could find a solution. Why does it never rain in your village?""Huh?"Marciella's eyes, which were still a little dejected, suddenly realized what was important and asked hurriedly, "Mr. Fred, are you saying that the reason why it never rains in our village is because someone is behind it?"Although Fred was unwilling to admit it, he could not help but nod. "Yes, this is exactly what you thought!""For real?!"Marciella felt hopeful again when she heard this. She said hastily, "The thing you asked about is pretty simple. You can just check out that place!""That place?"Fred turned around to see w
Marciella found herself nodding in agreement with Fred's harsh assessment. "You're spot on," she said. "That woman is nothing but vile!"Seeing Marciella's reaction, a rare smile crossed Fred's face as he nodded back. "Glad you see it my way," he said.What caught Fred off guard was the villagers' reaction. One by one, their faces turned ashen with despair.It seemed to them that nothing could be worse than the predicament they were facing. The absence of the witch spelled doom for the village—it was like their last shred of hope had vanished. They had all put their faith in her to charm the River God into blessing them with rain, which would have brought some peace to their troubled lives. However, now their chances seemed to have dried up just like their fields. Fred stood there, his face a mask of serenity amidst the chaos.In the moments that followed, the village chief was a picture of despair, his only option was to send everyone home while he racked his brain for a backup pl
"What?"Fred did not even have time to blink before the witch suddenly made a move.It was like a bomb went off.Kaboom!Then, she was dead!Fred dusted off his hands, even surprising himself with his lack of tolerance for the witch.Now, though, he had a real headache. He had planned to clear the air with the witch and lay out the past so everyone would know the full picture.He thought that might just turn things around.The situation changed when she vanished, and Fred's plans were completely derailed. Then again, changing the villagers' minds was not going to be a walk in the park anyway. They were pretty set in their ways, thanks to all the stuff they had been fed.As such, just talking it out might not cut it. Heck, it could even mess with history!With the witch out of the equation, Fred figured he might as well try a different tactic. Maybe if he took out the guy in the cloak and worked his own magic to bring some rain, it could save a lot of hassle. The more he thoug
"No way!"The witch bristled with defiance. She could not accept that she was no match for Fred.As she noticed Fred's focus was locked on her, a sly idea popped up in her mind.Before she could act on it, though, she found herself pinned against the wall by Fred in a flash...Her face contorted in disbelief. She was pinned so tightly that she could not even move!The witch was completely overpowered, her heart racing with panic.How could he be so much stronger than her?Fred, on the other hand, seemed unfazed."What's going through your head? You don't seriously think you can take me on, do you?" Fred asked, his voice laced with skepticism.The witch felt utterly trapped, as if at any second, Fred might just finish her off."Look, I messed up, okay? Can we not do this? I'm old, just a pile of brittle bones—I can't take this kind of rough treatment!" the witch pleaded with Fred, trying a new tactic to get through to him.Fred was not falling for it. He looked at her with a
"Heh, I caught on to you a while back, you know. You've been tailing me, and I'm pretty sure you're here for me. Plus, you don't have the look of someone from our village. That means you are an outsider, and I'm your target, right? Listen, man, we don't have any beef with each other, so why are you sticking your nose where it doesn't belong?"The witch had sensed the raw power rolling off Fred, and it was enough to send shivers down her spine!At that moment, she knew that challenging Fred was not going to be a walk in the park! If she had spotted him earlier in the forest, it would not have been good news for her. For starters, she had no clue how many tricks Fred had up his sleeve, and if he took her down, she and her buddy would be toast.However, the witch was not about to let Fred take her out without a fight! She racked her brain and finally settled on one strategy!She would try to sweet-talk him, hoping Fred would fall for her words just like everyone else, and fall into he