Chapter 35: You Thought You Had Me Beat

"Ladies and gentlemen, next up is a newcomer challenge match for a boxer who just joined 'Xingguang.'"

"This newcomer boxer calls himself 'Qinglong,' and he will challenge 'Xingguang' famous boxer 'Stinking Dog' Li Shangwu!"

"How strong is 'Qinglong'? I don't know; after all, this is his first challenge match, and he has no prior record."

"But everyone knows the name 'Stinking Dog,' for he is considered one of the Four Great Masters of 'Xingguang.'"

"'Stinking Dog' excels in leg techniques, fights ferociously, has battled in East China for years, and achieved glorious results."

"This newcomer challenge match is a contest of strength and technique, a peak showdown of perseverance and belief!"

"……"

Around the octagonal cage boxing ring in the underground parking lot, the voice of the host kept broadcasting.

Chen Jie is the newcomer boxer.

This boxing match is his first underground boxing match since joining 'Xingguang.'

When everyone heard that this newcomer's opponent was 'Stinking Dog' Li Shangwu, one of the Four Great Masters of 'Xingguang.'

"Haha... hope to see 'Stinking Dog's' 'Mad Dog Frenzy' killing move later!"

Since he was betting on 【Underground Betting】, he wore a mask on his head, hiding his appearance.

"What good are the odds? You have to be able to win! I bet on 'Stinking Dog'; even a mosquito is meat. Although the odds are low, it's a sure win."

"……"

So,

he did not reveal his real name, but instead gave himself a codename—Qinglong!

At this time,

only three of the Four Great Masters remained, and 'Stinking Dog' was a pillar of 'Xingguang.'

"I'll bet on the long shot! I bet on 'Qinglong' to win, hope he brings me good luck!"

"Too cowardly! 'Thailand Ruffian' swept through 'Xingguang' and sent Zhao Tianlong to the hospital; I bet 'Stinking Dog' scared his guts out."

"This newcomer boxer is unlucky; just joined 'Xingguang' and was actually arranged to challenge 'Stinking Dog.'"

"Forget it, I'll bet on 'Stinking Dog'; a newcomer boxer's chance of beating 'Stinking Dog' is too low."

But,

"Damn... 'Stinking Dog' doesn't challenge 'Thailand Ruffian,' but fights a newcomer challenge match; isn't this bullying?"

The surroundings became very lively, and the atmosphere was quickly stirred up.

"'Stinking Dog' probably lacks the confidence to challenge 'Thailand Ruffian'; in this challenge match, he wants to boost his own confidence."

"The odds for betting on 'Stinking Dog' are 1 to 1.2; the odds for betting on 'Qinglong' are 1 to 6.4; the odds differ greatly, there's something to play for!"

After the two stepped onto the octagonal cage boxing ring.

The surrounding audience, upon hearing of this newcomer boxer 'Qinglong,' felt nothing.

"Watch what killing move? Fighting a newcomer boxer, need to use the 'Mad Dog Frenzy' killing move?"

For a moment,

the entire underground parking lot was filled with discussion.

You see,

'Stinking Dog's' fame in Xingguang is too great, especially recently, with Zhao Tianlong being sent to the hospital.

Since this is Chen Jie's first boxing match, he has no prior record.

So,

everyone basically doesn't know his strength.

According to the betting data from backstage.

Even though Chen Jie's odds are high, very few audience members bet on him to win.

Of course,

Chen Jie had already bet 20,000 yuan on himself to win before stepping onto the ring.

If he wins this challenge match, he can earn 108,000;

after deducting the principal and 10% commission, the actual amount credited is 97,200 yuan, plus 6,000 yuan in appearance fee and prize money after winning the match.

The actual earnings from this match will exceed 100,000 yuan;

for this money, Chen Jie cannot allow himself to lose!

On the octagonal cage boxing ring,

'Stinking Dog' raised his head and glanced at the masked Chen Jie, coldly sneering disdainfully:

"Kid, heard you're very young? Never fought a boxing match before, right?"

"Looking at your sneaky appearance, you must be a student from some boxing gym or martial arts school? Haven't gotten a Professional Boxer License, right?"

"Young man, 'Xingguang' boxing matches aren't that easy."

"Don't think that after learning a few years of kung fu you can come fight underground 'boxing matches'; young people need some setbacks to know the hardships and treachery of society."

"Do you know why 'Xingguang' arranged for me to fight this newcomer challenge match?"

"Because I am called 'Stinking Dog'; under my fists, no one has ever known what mercy means."

"I will make all the rookies who want to come fight at 'Xingguang' carefully weigh whether their bones are hard enough!"

The smile on his face seemed meaningful.

Actually,

tonight, 'Stinking Dog' originally planned to challenge 'Thailand Ruffian.'

Only,

tonight's match arrangements had some changes.

The former Resident Chief Boxer of 'Xingguang' — Xiang Dong — is back.

The final Climax Battle is Xiang Dong challenging 'Thailand Ruffian'!

Truthfully,

the Organizer of 'Xingguang' was very unwilling to let 'Stinking Dog' fight this Newcomer Challenge Match.

But as a Resident Boxer of 'Xingguang', he had no reason to refuse.

Clatter...

The surrounding Audience finished Betting and began cheering for 'Stinking Dog'.

Everyone expected the Bangzhan to begin at once.

"You think you've got me beat? Could it be you've forgotten a Boxer's greatest taboo is Contempt for Enemy?"

Chen Jie said calmly.

He wore a Mask on his head, showing no expression.

But his tone sounded very Calm.

No one knew that Chen Jie's Inner Heart was now like an overturning river and sea, his blood boiling.

Thinking of the Underground Boxing match he was about to Conduct, he couldn't help but feel Excitement.

Xingyi San Ti Zhuang Gong, Pao Quan, Collapsing Fist Quan, Damage Chong Bu, Snake Step!

Fist Intent fused through and through — it was time to display his Peak Combat Power!

Tonight was not only his first Bangzhan conquering 'Xingguang', but also the beginning of sweeping the entire 'Xingguang'!

Tonight's 'Xingguang' was destined to be an unforgettable night!

Ding!

Qinglong VS Stinking Dog!

The Bangzhan officially began.

Swish!

Stinking Dog's Foot Bu suddenly stomped back, without the slightest Hesitation, launching an Explosive Offensive first.

Quick battle, quick decision!

The instant the Bell Rings sounded, Stinking Dog became like a true hunting dog, pouncing at Chen Jie.

Rush Step Stomp Kick, Irresistible Force!

This is the proper Kick technique in Sanda, the movement vigorous and powerful, Momentum Heavy Force, possessing extremely strong Explosive Power.

At this moment,

'Stinking Dog' held nothing back, Heavy Leg Like Axe, targeting Chen Jie's Abdomen Middle Line.

Woo woo...

The Surroundings seemed to kick up a hurricane, Tui Su Du like wind, impossible to defend against.

Not Disgrace one of the Four Great Masters of 'Xingguang', 'Stinking Dog's strength is very strong, his Explosive Power ferocious beyond compare.

But,

Very unfortunately, this Rush Step Stomp Kick achieved no Battle result at all.

(Chapter End)