199: Chapter 196 A one-stop service for the funeral, with the ashes returned to the country the next day?

At this moment, Zhou Guoli's heart skipped a beat; he knew very well how fierce and domineering Li Changsheng's strength was.

Although Li Changsheng had appeared gentle and refined earlier, even using subtle force and perfectly timed blocks and counters.

But there was no denying that every time he was blocked and countered, Zhou Guoli could clearly feel the thick, heavy force in his opponent's wrists; there was simply no way to resist, and he could only follow the flow of the other's power.

If this punch landed, Zhou Guoli could imagine that he wouldn't need to worry about any missions anymore; he would be sent off on the spot, no need for emergency treatment, just straight to a one-stop funeral service and cremation, with his ashes flown back home the next day.

However, the moment the fierce gust of wind hit his face, the tip of his opponent's fist suddenly flicked upward. This abrupt change made Zhou Guoli realize that his opponent was holding back.

But his own move, the "Chain-Firing Cannon," had already been launched, and the force was too great to pull back.

Yet, Li Changsheng, right before him, did not relax in the slightest, and his upward-flicking fists changed moves once again!

He stepped forward, his entire frame seemingly shooting up by over half a meter. His arms swung in a wide arc, and the next instant, his body lunged downward. His arms, like two heavy, massive axes, chopped fiercely down toward Zhou Guoli's arms.

Baji Quan Pigua Zhang!

The Pigua Zhang of Baji Quan is somewhat similar in concept to the Tiger Form and Splitting Fist of Xingyi Fist. The Xingyi Splitting Fist also involves opening the arms as if expanding the breath of the lungs, then gathering all one's energy to chop down suddenly, possessing the power to split mountains.

The Xingyi Tiger Form is the same, emphasizing rising up and pouncing, like an eagle striking the sky or a tiger hunting prey; the roar of a tiger in the mountains, with a pounce that is unpredictable to gods and demons alike.

Li Changsheng had now mastered Dark Force, and he had been Cultivating Baji Quan and Xingyi for quite some time. With the help of the System, every move he made now seemed to show a sense of mastery and integration.

This move of Baji Quan Pigua Zhang even incorporated the leaping strike of the Tiger Form and the mountain-splitting power of the Splitting Fist, complementing the Baji Quan perfectly. Just the Aura from executing it was enough to intimidate bystanders.

Originally, Zhou Guoli had been worried about Li Changsheng, but now he was dumbfounded. "So this is what you had waiting for me."

In his panic, he hurriedly tried to force a change in the direction of his palm, aiming at a downward angle to deflect as much of the power of this Pigua Zhang strike as possible.

However, the power of Li Changsheng's Baji Quan Pigua Zhang combined with the Tiger Form Splitting Fist was not easily blocked. Even without erupting his Dark Force, just the eruption of Li Changsheng's Integrated Force meant this strike was a mixture of multiple forces, layered upon each other, heavy as a thousand jun!

"Crack!"

Accompanied by a sharp pain and a crisp sound, Zhou Guoli didn't need to think to know his arm was broken. Immediately after came a pain that felt like it was piercing into his marrow.

His arm, thick as a woman's thigh, had been broken into an unnaturally twisted shape.

"Captain Zhou!"

In the distance, Xiao Zhang exclaimed in shock upon seeing this.

"Don't f***ing yell! Quick! Bring some ice over!"

Captain Zhou roared. It had to be said that he was a tough, iron-willed man; it would have been perfect if he could just wipe away the tears in his eyes.

It was mainly because the pain was making his tear glands uncontrollable. Cold sweat streamed down his forehead, his face instantly turned pale, and his expression was twisted in agony, yet he gritted his teeth and refused to utter a single groan.

Li Changsheng kept his gaze fixed on his nose, his heart calm. He had said long ago that if they fought like this, neither of them would be able to hold back.

In truth, it wasn't impossible for him to take that palm strike, but why should he have to bear it?

If he had taken that palm strike, Li Changsheng felt that even with an emergency release of force, he would likely have a slight cough for a few days. But this way was better; this Captain Zhou didn't have a single word of truth in his mouth.

It was much better now; at least there was less talking.

Before long, Xiao Zhang brought out several ice packs from inside and applied them to the surface of the wound. He wanted to treat it further, but after taking a look... it seemed like he needed to go to the orthopedics department.

"Captain Zhou, you..."

"It's nothing, I just can't use this arm for a few months. It won't hinder anything; don't I still have you guys?"

Captain Zhou grimaced; it was simply too painful. As he looked at Li Changsheng, his heart was filled with shock.

"This kid has been holding back against me the whole time. I had already lost back during that 'White Snake Spits Out its Tongue' move!"

Zhou Guoli didn't have much to complain about regarding this; he had brought it entirely upon himself.

In fact, after that 'White Snake Spits Out its Tongue' move had easily neutralized his fierce technique combining the Great Sage Pigua Zhang, he had already lost.

The fact that he couldn't stop afterward was purely because he had lost his head and that stubborn streak of refusing to admit defeat had taken over. If he got injured or even killed like that, he couldn't blame anyone else.

There had always been this rule in the past: if the other party had already stopped at the limit, and you still didn't stop, not knowing when to advance or retreat, then no one would say anything even if you were beaten to death.

Just breaking an arm was already being benevolent.

"Brother Li, I yield to your Kung Fu!"

Zhou Guoli gave a thumbs-up with his other hand. "Even my master, I feel, wouldn't last a few moves in front of you. Impressive! Someone like you should join us and be our combat instructor. I believe those old veterans, whether they are unconvinced or not, would have to submit!"

Li Changsheng was noncommittal. To be honest, since his Breakthrough to Dark Force, he hadn't really used Dark Force while sparring with others properly.

It didn't count when he was dealing with those gunmen. Before, when he fought the master of the Zhirou Pavilion, although the other person was a Dark Force expert, it was just a friendly spar, so there was really no need to use Dark Force.

Therefore, strictly speaking, Li Changsheng had never truly fought anyone with his full strength.

"Forget it. I'm used to being free and unfettered; I couldn't stand your rules and regulations." Li Changsheng shook his head.

"That's true. But not necessarily; someone with your talent would definitely have special treatment. Of course, that's on the premise that you are willing; we can't force talent like you."

Zhou Guoli shook his head regretfully. He truly admired Li Changsheng now.

He didn't need to brag about how formidable his own skills were; looking across the entire special department, he could definitely rank among the top in combat.

Of course, those externally hired Traditional Martial Arts consultants might include some very powerful experts, but they were not in this category.

After chatting for a while longer, Zhou Guoli left, saying he was going to find a doctor.

Li Changsheng didn't ask further. He guessed that these people wouldn't go to the local hospital to find a doctor; they might have their own department-exclusive doctors.

"Mr. Li, you can stay here for the time being. The room has been tidied up, and the bedding and toiletries are all new. By the way, is there anything you need to buy? I can go out and purchase it for you."

Xiao Zhang smiled and led Li Changsheng to a room with good lighting on the third floor of the Acupuncture Clinic.

The first and second floors of this Acupuncture Clinic served customers, while the third floor was where employees and the owner lived. Li Changsheng's room was an independent single room with a small balcony. Standing on the balcony, one could see the distant coastline, and the sea breeze brushing against one's face was quite pleasant.

"Hmm... there are indeed some things I need to buy. Could you check my size and help me buy a few jackets in different styles that would suit me?"

Li Changsheng emphasized, "Different styles."

After what happened last time, he had never worn that Baoli hoodie again and had been wearing short sleeves ever since. It was only because martial artists have a good Physique that he didn't feel too cold, but he couldn't keep doing that all the time.