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Chapter 524 The Tide Never Returns: If You Are Confused, Do Not Strike
When this weak thought, which doesn't seem like something I would follow.

The next second that appeared in the man's mind.

Chen Qi's heart was instantly filled with emotions of anger and confusion.

【retreat?】

Instead of unlocking more abilities to suppress him?

When did I, Chen Qi, become so weak?

Looking not far away.

After giving the response that ended the dialogue.

He calmly withdrew his fist and flexed his fingers.

Fang Yi seemed to have done something insignificant.

Just for a moment.

The two emotions in a man's heart determine the winner.

Doubt had overwhelmed anger.

Am I afraid? Afraid of becoming his enemy?

Why did I have such a thought?

Even though the Stand user who posed a significant threat to me didn't show up, and revealing more of their abilities would be detrimental to the 'trial,' I shouldn't have done this.
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The man named Fang Yi in front of me is indeed very strong.

This sentence is very powerful.

It wasn't flattery or politeness.

It also contains no 'water'.

Whether it was the opponent's simple and unpretentious basic skills displayed in previous battles, which left people only in awe.

The world we just used is called [Element Manifestation].

Only a portion of people possess 'talent'.

As one gradually discovers and recognizes their own talents on the path to 'extraordinary' status, they can then rely on the 'auxiliary abilities' derived from those talents.

Its effects and power were far beyond anything I had ever heard of.

Although he believes his talent as 'Shadow' is second to none.

The [Stand-in: Shadow King], which is a manifestation of spiritual power, can also be considered part of 'talent' in a sense.

Therefore, I have a unique advantage in exploring the path of the 'extraordinary'.

The outcome of the battle.

It's not a simple game of comparing sizes.

It is not determined by the magnitude of attributes or the amount of 'talent', but by its actual performance.

But Chen Qi also had to admit a fact.

Talent has different levels.
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My talent can be considered outstanding.

However, judging from the astonishing performance of the still-immature "branches" derived from the other party's "talent".

If the other party can develop their 'talent' or what those people call 'elements' to the same level as themselves.

Or, a [Stand] that is closely related to the materialization of awakened spiritual power and talent.

It won't be long.

This person, who was suspected of being recruited by Chen Shu, is most likely Gu Qi's trading partner.

They are born to be at odds with their own principles.

And by killing the 'God of War' and revealing the 'enemy' who might sabotage this plan, one will surpass oneself.

But definitely not now.

[It's definitely not the case that Fang Yi's use of the [Elements] was extremely clumsy, or that his [Stand] hadn't awakened yet!]

He clenched his left hand stubbornly.

Even if the 'shadow' isn't here, I can still...

They adopted a tough stance of continuing the fight.

He uttered strong words.

"Refuse things you don't like? That's not up to you."

However, the next second.

This tough stance.

She was easily defeated by the man in front of her.
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Fang Yi, having withdrawn his fist, looked at the man's clenched left hand.

He shook his head with some regret.

"You're wavering."

Chen Qi's expression changed slightly.

"what?"

Fang Yi loosened his clenched fist.

Let your hands hang down to your waist.

"Although it adopted a tough stance and even sent out signals of battle."

"But you don't have the 'awareness' to match it."

Some harsh words echoed in the air.

The words, once they reached Chen Qi's ears, enraged the man like igniting a powder keg.

"you"

"Click"

A crisp click echoed through the air, signaling the release of the weapon's safety.

The man had already raised the pistol named "Prometheus".

The gun barrels were also pointed at Chen Qi, who stood at the entrance.

As always, calm words came from the man's mouth.

"Then I'll tell you."

"Just like the determination when pulling the trigger of a gun to kill the target."

"To engage in battle, one must also have the corresponding 'awareness'."

As he spoke, Fang Yi walked towards Chen Qi without any guard up.
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And then he saw Fang Yi walking slowly towards him.

After concluding that "he made no preparations for battle, and theoretically, as long as he made a move, the opponent would have no chance to resist,"

Chen Qi felt every cell in his body tremble.

It's like a frog encountering a snake, a helpless prey, and then facing its predator.

Therefore, before Chen Qi could react.

His body instinctively took a half step back.

She reacted by trying to distance herself from the man.

However, the increased distance did not stop the man from speaking.

"Therefore you should understand and know this sentence."

As Fang Yi approached Chen Qi, he pointed his gun at him and flashed a perfectly standard smile.

"If you are confused, don't fire."
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Looking at the dark muzzle of the gun in the man's hand.

And the smile on the man's face.

Chen Qi fell silent.

this moment.

He had learned a formula for winning over business associates in the past.

Methods to gain an advantage in negotiations.

The skill of forging alliances and establishing mutually beneficial relationships, which has proven infallible in the past.

Even the entire contingency plan I had prepared for this dialogue after thinking for a long time.

Faced with the man's words.

Like bubbles blown by a child with soapy water, they all shattered.

He already knew an unchangeable reality.

This conversation cannot proceed.

He didn't want to be my friend during this time.

At the same time, he will most likely sabotage my plans and become an enemy that prevents me from killing the messenger.

He loosened his clenched left fist.

Like a defeated rooster, it withdrew from the shadows.

Then he calmly gave his response.

"I've remembered this interesting saying."

In response.

"Next time we meet, I will come with 'resolve'."

If you become an enemy who hinders my plans, then, unfortunately, I have no choice but to kill you.

After saying that sentence.

Chen Qi turned his head and started to leave.
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They only took a few steps.

Looking at the somewhat gloomy sky.

Recalling the brilliant talent the opponent displayed in the battle.

And the 'Stand Arrow', which spins wildly upon contact with the opponent, indicating the opponent's 'Stand' has enormous potential.

Chen Qi felt as if he had returned to the time when he met the man named DIO.

They learned of the existence of the [Stand] and their own talents.

And then, he received the 'Substitute Arrow' from the other party and listened to their 'theory of gravity' that night.
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Do you believe in gravity?
Do you believe in the existence of a gravitational force that destined certain people to meet?

It came with some inexplicable words.

He was a man wearing a gold jacket who called himself DIO.

That man who, like himself, walks in the shadows.

After saying those two sentences, he struck a strange pose.

He raised the constantly spinning arrow in his hand.

"Like you, with that kind of potential, walking along the shadows."

"And me, who can only stay in the shadows and hold the 'arrow'."

"We are destined to meet here, and you will receive an arrow from me, just like awakening a [Stand]."
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It dispelled some distant memories.

Chen Qi turned his head and looked back.

Looking at the man's face.

He couldn't help but feel a little regretful.

He had previously thought that men could receive assistance from DIO in the same way he did.

Awakening to become one of their own through their own 'arrow'.

They became friends. This 'attraction' is the friendship that brought the two together.

Now it seems that the other party is an enemy with a stance opposite to our own.

This 'gravity' is the cage that forces the two to fight each other.

We have absolute confidence in this battle.

Chen Qi concluded that "if we were to fight, he would die at my hands."

He then said his last words with some regret.

"in addition.

I can't be friends with you.

"It's a really regrettable thing."

"I originally thought we had a lot in common and would have a lot to talk about."

After finishing speaking.

Chen Qi shook his head and quickly left.
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Looking at Chen Qi's back.

Fang Yi also shook his head.

"But if you pull the trigger and shoot the enemy..."

"One should be prepared to be killed by the enemy."

He turned to look at Miss Kanroji beside him.

After giving him a look that said 'keep up'.

He then turned to Corey and Vaughn, who stood bewildered outside the door.

"Let's go.

"It's time to go to the 'battlefield' you've chosen, the training ground that will help you master the [elements]."

"If we finish early, we'll have some time to recover and adjust before entering the 'dungeon' at night."

The man walked towards the guild.

Hearing the man's words.

A flicker of surprise crossed the old soldier's remaining eye.

He instinctively clenched his fists.

Did he find out our tactics?

I recalled the scene where the man effortlessly broke free from his shadow.

Looking at the bricks and stones beneath his feet, shattered by the weight of his shadow.

I couldn't help but feel a little apprehensive.

He seems to have gotten stronger again.

If this level of pressure can't affect him, then it seems there's no way to cheat him in the battle to qualify for the team.

He turned to look at the young swordsman beside him.

We need to discuss and optimize our strategy to defeat them.

Although there was a clear sense of foolishness in the other person's eyes.

And a touch of naiveté.

But he got the sword hilt from Woyin.

He then engaged in a half-day of extremely tedious, unarmed swordsmanship practice with himself.

Even by my own demanding standards.

He could be considered a decent teammate, albeit barely.

However, the veteran turned his head to make a gesture indicating "tactical communication" and began to communicate.

But all he saw was Vaughn staring at the man with shining eyes.

I heard the words spoken by the young swordsman.

"I can only say that he truly lives up to the title of Lord Fangyi."

"He shattered the enemy with a single punch."
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Watching the swordsman's actions.

The old man frowned.

He cursed inwardly.

Is that something you should be concerned about? No, it's not.

"That line was just too cool."

"If you are confused, do not fire."

"It's just like a line from a play, hey, if only..."

I retract my previous assessment; this incompetent, hopeless idiot!

The old man gripped his right hand tightly.

After spending several seconds suppressing the urge to draw his shield and strike the swordsman.

He then nudged the swordsman with his elbow in annoyance.

I interrupted the other person's monologue.

"The tactics for later may need to be changed."

"Changes? But we've already obtained the targeted [potion], and..."

He looked at his right hand, which was already curled up to its limit.

The old man's right hand was trembling uncontrollably, and he seemed about to hit someone.

Vaughn's voice immediately became softer.

"And there's also the assistance of Lord Woyin's 'binding'."

"The support might not be working anymore; we might need it."

He looked on intently.

An elderly man who occasionally makes gestures to explain tactics.

The young swordsman's carefree attitude gradually disappeared.
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A few minutes later, at the underground training ground.

The sound of footsteps could be heard as the group arrived together.

He examined the silver parchment in his hand under the dim light.

He then gently rolled up the parchment.

Send to [Identity Badge].

Then he raised his head.

He greeted her with a slightly expectant tone.

"You're here."

"Although it's a bit earlier than the scheduled time, it's not impossible to start now."

Then, Woyin made a surprising discovery.

Apart from Fang Yi's polite response, "No, it will start on time."

The others did not respond to him.

Everyone here seems very busy, as if they all have something to do.
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Miss Kanroji, who always stayed by the man's side.

After entering this training ground, which has special advantages at certain times, I found a corner on my own.

They practiced the boxing techniques meticulously.

We began our warm-up routine before starting our workout.

After sleeping for most of the day, Miss Kanroji clearly had some new insights into the flaws and shortcomings of yesterday's boxing technique.

I'm going to make some revisions.

Corey and Vaughn, who were standing very close by, kept waving their hands.

They were engaged in a heated exchange.

They were clearly discussing the upcoming battle.
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As for Fang Yi.

After the man arrived at this training ground, which at fixed times could amplify his [elemental] perception abilities, he...

Then he closed his eyes.

Begin to experience the strange sensations you felt when you used the '境' (jing) before.

After [Mental] and [Physical] have nearly reached the attributes required for [Towards the Extraordinary I: Midday Exercise].

It is imbued with the power of [mysticism].

When fighting using the techniques of 'Realm'.

The man then sensed a faint call coming from within his body.

I sensed the message coming from my body.

[Just a little bit more.]

We are not far from turning the techniques of 'Realm' into [Elements] like Woyin did.

As long as fist techniques and swordsmanship are further improved, the [Realm of Self-Reliance] can be continuously perfected.

He will then be able to access things called "elements".

At the same time, with the improvement of mental strength.

The system also delivered several notifications about ability enhancements.

In addition to the improved control over your physical body, your mastery of the Nine Transformations of Dragon Refinement has also increased.

Aside from this kind of meaningless notification sound.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the mastery of [This Fist, Only the Right Method] has improved.

Continuing to develop this skill will grant additional benefits.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the effect of "Gaining the Upper Hand" has been enhanced.

You have gained a buff that slightly increases your perception of danger.

And the enhancement of the abilities derived from these two [Stands].

"Basic" means only one thing.

He is not far from awakening his [Stand].

A few minutes later, the time on the panel pointed to the hour.

Fang Yi opened his eyes.

With a single wave of his hand.

As the [Flame Magic] was activated, rings of fire appeared around the man's legs.

Fang Yi did not look at Wo Yin, who had already covered the entire training ground with 'bindings', to inquire about his intentions.

Instead, he looked at Corey and Vaughn, who were fully prepared and ready to go.

He reached for the long sword at his waist.

“Then let’s get started.

"You two still have two more chances to make your move."

(End of this chapter)