[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-high-martial-arts-across-two-worlds":3,"chapter-high-martial-arts-across-two-worlds-high-martial-arts-across-two-worlds-chapter-20":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","High Martial Arts Across Two Worlds",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2360991,4616,"Chapter 20: Attachment","high-martial-arts-across-two-worlds-chapter-20",20,"\u003Cp>In Chen Da’s mind, as long as Cang Luo was still a man, he would never choose the first option, so he could only fight him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That way, he could fulfill the task assigned to him by Boss Ouyang Lie—break this brat’s hands!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he thought, Chen Da hurled Cang Luo to the ground and growled, “Speak—do you choose to crawl under my crotch, or fight me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed to his own crotch and sneered at the fallen Cang Luo, “Worthless! Come on, Grandpa’s waiting right here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surrounding disciples immediately split into two groups, one shouting, “Fight! Fight! Fight...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other shouted, “Crawl! Crawl! Crawl...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo lay on the ground in silence for a long time—not because he was injured and couldn’t speak, but because he was too furious to utter a word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo had originally wanted to let things blow over, avoiding conflict with people from this other world as much as possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though the other side had provoked him first, Cang Luo had planned to endure it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he was alone in this foreign world, his cultivation base was weak, he couldn’t win against them, so better to endure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this man had insulted him repeatedly—how could he possibly endure it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every man has pride, let alone a martial cultivator?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So Cang Luo decided to teach him a brutal lesson—and had thought of a way to defeat him, though this method had one prerequisite...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo staggered to his feet; the cheering crowd fell silent, waiting for his choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter what Cang Luo chose, there would be a good show to watch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the crowd, Xiang Yunjiao watched Cang Luo with tense eyes, still holding a sliver of hope for the man who had seen her naked body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She believed a man’s low cultivation didn’t matter—cultivation could be improved gradually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if a man had no backbone, no matter how high his cultivation, she would look down on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she hoped Cang Luo would stand tall and fight Chen Da—even if he lost, he could win back his honor later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo walked slowly toward Chen Da, his gaze flicking to Xiang Yunjiao, whose name he hadn’t even asked, and decided that no matter what happened afterward, he must explain the Soul-Binding Mirror to her immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, misunderstandings would grow, and troubles would multiply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stopping two meters from Chen Da, Cang Luo smiled faintly and said, “Could we change the first option?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words instantly drew a chorus of boos; Xiang Yunjiao lowered her head again, utterly disappointed in Cang Luo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Da froze—he never expected Cang Luo to be this cowardly, choosing the first option just to avoid the fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he had already spoken, so he’d let him off this time, and find another chance later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So Chen Da asked, “How do you want to change it? Afraid of shame, wanting to find a private place?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No good—it has to be right here. Everyone’s waiting for the show.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Da laughed aloud, but Cang Luo ignored him, calmly staring at the man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next instant, Cang Luo roared, “I want to crawl through your mother’s pants! How’s that? Just change the target!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This roar was amplified by Yuan force—the method was simple: channel Yuan force to the throat to strengthen the vocal cords.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, the roar shook the heavens, drowning out the cafeteria’s din.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hundreds of outer-disciples eating nearby all turned toward the sound; those closest rushed over, including Cang Feng and Liu Li.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the echo of the roar had fully faded, everyone burst into laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They couldn’t believe the cowardly Cang Luo now dared to speak such outrageous words—and so amusingly at that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wanted to crawl through Chen Da’s mother’s pants?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn’t that the same as becoming Chen Da’s father?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone turned to Chen Da, who was livid, teeth clenched: “You dare insult my mother?! You’re asking for death!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without regard for sect rules, Chen Da swung his fist straight at Cang Luo’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t use any martial technique—just a plain punch. He feared using a technique might kill Cang Luo on the spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Enforcement Pavilion wasn’t a decoration; he had no valid reason to kill, and would be punished—this wasn’t worth it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, the force behind this punch approached two hundred jin—enough to shatter Cang Luo’s teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing Chen Da’s sudden attack, Cang Luo had already prepared—he had long been activating the Gale Step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he activated the Gale Step, wind surged beneath his feet; he sidestepped smoothly, evading Chen Da’s fist, then sprinted away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Chen Da’s Fifth-Level Warrior cultivation wasn’t for show—Cang Luo was fast, but he was faster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his strike miss, Chen Da immediately activated his body technique, lunging to grab Cang Luo, determined to catch him and beat him senseless to avenge his mother’s insult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And while he was at it, break both his hands—that made sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My mother was insulted, I got emotional and accidentally broke his hands—what’s wrong with that?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s wrong?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He only lost two hands—my mother was insulted by him!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This feud is unforgivable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if the Enforcement Pavilion punishes me afterward, I’ll just get a few lashes—it’s worth it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing this, Chen Da grinned, already imagining completing Boss Ouyang Lie’s task and receiving his reward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ahead, Cang Luo hadn’t expected Chen Da, tall and burly, to react so swiftly—he turned back and his heart lurched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn’t part of the plan!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’d only wanted to provoke him slightly, to gain the upper hand and make him agree to a condition before the duel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But... but Chen Da wouldn’t even give him a chance?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What now? His speed was too fast!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t escape!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo saw himself about to be caught—his heart pounded, filled with regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just then, Xiang Yunjiao, who had been in the crowd, suddenly appeared beside Cang Luo and shoved him aside, letting him narrowly dodge Chen Da’s grasp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo was safe—but Xiang Yunjiao was now in danger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his prey slip away, Chen Da immediately shifted his target to the one who had saved Cang Luo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Huh! Such a delicate little sister...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Xiang Yunjiao clearly, Chen Da beamed, his massive hands swiftly reaching for her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could he let a sister who came to him slip away?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiang Yunjiao’s petite frame looked like a rabbit before Chen Da, who was a hungry tiger—this was a tiger pouncing on a rabbit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiang Yunjiao, seeing the towering Chen Da reaching for her, was filled with terror, her legs trembling, unable to move a step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few meters away, Cang Luo, having escaped death, saw Xiang Yunjiao in danger and roared as he charged toward Chen Da.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Stop!” Cang Luo bellowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Cang Luo no longer cared for his own safety—because a new thread of attachment had suddenly formed in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This thread of attachment came from the petite girl who had saved him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was his only attachment in the Yuanwu Continent right now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did she save him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They’d only exchanged a few words, didn’t even know each other’s names, and he’d deceived her...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh?” Chen Da, seeing Cang Luo not fleeing but charging toward him, felt a surge of delight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hah! So even a worthless like you has a girl this beautiful admiring you—how enviable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ve decided—I’ll not only break your two hands, I’ll break one of your legs too!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle one!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, I’ll have my way with your woman right in front of you...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of it, Chen Da thrilled, secretly activating the Tiger Subduing Fist, ready to strike as Cang Luo drew near.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This punch, though delivered with full force, avoided Cang Luo’s vital points—he aimed for the shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint yellow whirlwind swirled on Chen Da’s fist surface; if it landed, it would tear off Cang Luo’s entire arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Da roared, “For insulting my mother!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No...” Xiang Yunjiao turned back, seeing Cang Luo rush back to save her—she was glad, but her heart turned cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew the power of Chen Da’s punch—death or crippling...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Xiang Yunjiao spoke, a heavy, thunderous crash echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sound was Chen Da’s Tiger Subduing Fist striking its target, accompanied by the tearing roar of a hurricane.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The force behind Chen Da’s punch was ferocious—equivalent to a mad ox charging at full speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But though the fist was Chen Da’s, the target struck was not Cang Luo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Da’s right arm trembled slightly—he stared in shock at the cold-eyed youth who had blocked his full-power punch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Who are you?!” Chen Da growled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t recognize the youth, but from the palm that blocked his Tiger Subduing Fist, he sensed the cold youth’s cultivation was only Fourth-Level Warrior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One level lower than him—logically, he should’ve been flung away!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he wasn’t flung, his right hand should’ve been destroyed—so why did he look completely unharmed?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who is this man?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And what’s his connection to that worthless?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cold youth said nothing, calmly gripping Chen Da’s right fist, even taking a moment to glance at Cang Luo and signal him not to fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Cang Feng... Senior Brother!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo stared at Cang Feng in shock, stunned by his power, and without thanking him, immediately pulled Xiang Yunjiao over to Liu Xuande and Li Zhan, putting distance between them and Chen Da.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within a few breaths, Chen Dahu changed his target three times, but was finally blocked—around him, the disciples watching the spectacle turned to Zang Feng, whispering among themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s Zang Feng.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why is Zang Feng saving him?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I know—I just saw them enter together. Zang Feng’s dorm only has nine people; he must be new.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So that’s it... Zang Feng is incredibly strong—he blocked Chen’s Tiger Subduing Fist without a scratch, and he’s only Cultivation Base Level Four, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, he’s strong. I sparred with him before. Even though I’m Level Five, I couldn’t beat him...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many of the watching disciples knew Zang Feng; seeing him appear suddenly, they murmured among themselves, speculating on how things would unfold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zang Feng took a deep breath; his dantian’s energy wheel spun rapidly, frantically channeling qi to support his right arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After gathering his strength, Zang Feng grunted and shoved Chen Dahu back two steps, then regarded him calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After steadying himself, Chen Dahu glanced toward Cang Luo, then coldly said to Zang Feng: “You want to interfere in my matter with that waste? Have you thought this through? If you want to play the numbers game, I’ll match you step for step.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zang Feng ignored Chen Dahu and walked straight to Cang Luo. “What happened?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo glanced at Xiang Yunjiao, then told Zang Feng everything that had just occurred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had only just learned her name—from Li Zhan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Cang Luo finished, Li Zhan added: “Brother Zang, I know Chen Dahu.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He relies on the backing of a Level Nine General disciple to bully weaker disciples, often teaming up with his brother Chen Dalong to extort protection fees—he’s utterly despicable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zang Feng nodded, turned to Chen Dahu, and said calmly: “I apologize on behalf of my junior brother Cang. I’ll compensate you with five low-grade qi stones. Let this matter end here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Impossible!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Dahu refused outright, pointing at Cang Luo coldly: “This waste overturned my lunch first, then insulted my mother. You expect me to let him off so easily?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Chen Dahu finished speaking, Zang Feng’s expression turned icy. Qi surged around him, nearly coalescing into Gangqi ; his outer-disciple green robe stirred without wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This display stunned the surrounding disciples; exclamations rose in waves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A disciple with Cultivation Base Level Four exclaimed: “Gangqi? That’s gangqi?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, just the embryonic form of gangqi—like how Tiger Subduing Fist generates a whirlwind on the fist’s surface.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Still, that’s incredible! Zang Feng is only Level Four! Gangqi is supposed to be beyond General-level cultivation...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Dahu was equally shocked inside. What kind of technique is he practicing? To manifest gangqi at the Warrior stage!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this aura, if they truly fought, even though his cultivation is one level higher, he might still lose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Best to wait for another chance—let the waste off for now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking this, Chen Dahu sneered at Cang Luo: “I’ll spare you this once. No apology needed—hand over five low-grade qi stones.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zang Feng gave Chen Dahu a contemptuous look, then reached into his robe and pulled out five qi stones...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just then, Cang Luo suddenly blocked Zang Feng’s hand and shook his head: “Brother Zang, this started because of me—I’ll handle it myself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, Cang Luo gently pried loose Xiang Yunjiao’s hand, which had been clutching his sleeve, and slowly walked toward Chen Dahu amid the onlookers’ startled gazes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo looked at Chen Dahu, took a deep breath, and said coldly: “You want to duel me? Fine—but only if you agree to one condition.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Dahu’s eyes lit up with delight, then narrowed. He didn’t know what Cang Luo was up to. “What condition?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cang Luo said calmly: “Blindfolded duel.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, I won’t take advantage—I’ll blindfold myself too.”\u003C\u002Fp>",2186,"2026-06-21T06:04:04.528Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","9a624525bc0a76a84b1b8fdf2a1f06f2b568cce931c31a37aabe9aebc5b9400a","high-martial-arts-across-two-worlds-chapter-21","high-martial-arts-across-two-worlds-chapter-19",157,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhigh-martial-arts-across-two-worlds-cover.jpg"]