Chapter 44: I Want Three Days Off

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  Xia Xing Xiao subconsciously furrowed his brow. This Yan Baoqing, had actually killed a Makoto soldier? He really did have some guts! In fact, the combat strength of the Makoto people wasn't particularly strong. At least, the combat strength of the Makoto people was no match for that of the Samoan people, and compared to the Dejia tribe and the Harilan predators, it was even more insignificant. However, their toxicity was truly terrifying. Without a great deal of courage, one wouldn't dare confront them head-on.

  No matter what Yan Baoqing's process of killing the Capricorn people was like, his courage to take action is indeed commendable. After all, he was only a first-class soldier who encountered the Capricorn people, and the risk was still great. In the fighting process, as long as there was a little accident, being caught by the Capricorn people's sharp claws would have unthinkable consequences.

  After a moment of contemplation, Xia Xing said thoughtfully: "How is his martial arts?"

  Ma Peng said: "Extremely ruthless. The martial art he specializes in is called Yin Tuo's Claw. His internal skill is Huashi Shengong, and it is said that he has already cultivated it to the state of Dacheng."

  Fossil Divine Technique, in the ancient Earth era, was only cultivable by virgins. In the ancient Earth era, Murong Jiuniang cultivated Fossil Divine Technique, but it was ruined by Xiaoyu'er. However, after numerous epochs of evolution, humans gradually transformed it, and men could also cultivate it. Its main effect also shifted to defensive techniques.

  Yan Baoqing specializes in this internal skill, which shows that his talent is not low. Because the cultivation speed of Huashi Shengong has never been fast. Compared with other internal skills, it doesn't have any outstanding features. Without exceptional talent, it's hard to stand out.

  Xia Xingxiao deeply suspected that Yan Baoqing's cultivation index was only three points. In theory, a cultivation index of three points for cultivating the Huashengong martial art is actually quite difficult. If his cultivation index really had only three points, then he must have relied on a large number of auxiliary means to increase his cultivation speed, such as elixirs and the like.

  Ma Peng continued: "Two years and eight months ago, Yan Baoqing participated in a rugby match for the first time and kicked many people..."

  Xia Xingxiao asked somewhat puzzled: "Kicked?"

  Yan Baoqing's martial arts skills aren't from Indra's grasp, are they? How could he kick his opponent to injury?

  Ma Peng explained, "Yes, apart from Yin Duo's grasp, he also cultivated the Shadow Step. However, he rarely uses it in normal times and only brings it out at critical moments. He also strictly forbids those around him to mention the Shadow Step, keeping it highly confidential."

  Xia Xing nodded thoughtfully. It seemed that this Yan Baoqing was indeed a man of some means, with quite a few tricks up his sleeve! He had also cultivated the "Shadowless Legs" martial art. Once unleashed, this technique would render his legs as swift and relentless as a stormy rain, ceaselessly kicking his opponent until they fell or his own true energy was completely depleted. If his opponent were caught off guard, they would indeed suffer greatly.

  However, Xia Xingxiao speculated that the Shadowless Leg must not be Yan Baoqing's ultimate technique. Because this secret, even Ma Peng could hear about it, so it can't be considered a secret at all. If Ma Peng knows about it, others won't possibly know either! Especially Yan Baoqing's opponents will definitely try every means to thoroughly study the Shadowless Leg.

  Yan Baoqing specially let the people around him keep it a secret, but in fact, he was pretending to be mysterious, letting everyone's attention focus on his Shadow Legs. This is a more advanced disguise technique. When everyone's eyes are focused on his Shadow Legs, his other secrets are safe. He must have some other hidden skills. That's his real trump card.

  Ma Peng said: "The match between Li Yuzhi and Yan Baoqing, many people have placed bets on it. Because it involves economic interests, that's why so many people are paying attention to it. Their dispute is no longer just about the two of them, but also involves hundreds of millions of star coins in bets. Now, the odds outside are over 90% in favor of Yan Baoqing winning, while Li Yuzhi's chances of winning are less than 10%. The odds between the two are five to one, and there is still a trend of continuous expansion."

  Xia Xingxiao frowned and said: "Just now, didn't Li Yuzhi already lose?"

  Ma Peng explained: "They are adopting a best-of-three format, Li Yujie lost one game and still has two games left. They will play two games today and one game tomorrow."

  Xia Xing nodded thoughtfully, his eyes quietly turning around, as if thinking of something. The match between Yan Baoqing and Li Yuzhi actually involved a bet of several tens of millions of star coins, which was indeed surprising. It seemed that making money wasn't difficult after all. Suddenly, he said: "Ma Peng, help me place a small bet, on Li Yuzhi to win."

  Ma Peng frowned and said: "Xing Ge, his situation is really not looking good!"

  Xia Xingxiao said casually: "Wealth and honor are sought in danger, aren't they? If everyone buys Yan Baoqing's win, how can we make any money?"

  He took out his credit card from his pocket and gestured to Ma Peng to take out his own credit card. Xia Xingxiao swiped 50 million Star Coins into Ma Peng's card, saying casually: "I'll just put in 50 million. We're all betting on Li Yuzi winning, remember."

  Ma Peng was still hesitant. He really couldn't accept the speculation that Li Yuzhi could win. In his opinion, betting on Li Yuzhi to win was purely throwing money into the water. Although Xia Xingxiao, this second-generation rich kid, wasn't short of money, but neither did he have such a wasteful attitude towards it!

  Xia Xingxiao was indifferent to Ma Peng's expression and said casually, "If you believe me, take some money and bet on Li Yuzhi to win. I guarantee you'll get a handsome return. Although the odds of five to one are not high, you can still make some small money to drink."

  Ma Peng frowned, not knowing how to respond. Xia Xingxiao had thrown money at Li Yuzi before, and Ma Peng was unwilling. Now, Xia Xingxiao suggested he throw money at Li Yuzi again, and he was even more unwilling. However, he had already displeased Xia Xingxiao earlier, and if he didn't listen to him now, wouldn't that displease Xia Xingxiao again? Displeasing Xia Xingxiao once might still offer a chance for forgiveness, but if there was a second time, he would definitely be kicked out.

  At the time Ma Peng was hesitating, Li Yuzi had already turned back. Judging from his expression, he should not have found a suitable substitute. Also, many people present knew the details of his team very well. No one would easily join his team. Who would want to join a team that can't see any hope of winning?

  Moreover, with Yan Baoqing's big name around, ordinary people wouldn't dare to intervene at this time and make Yan Baoqing feel uncomfortable. Losing would be unpleasant, but winning might also provoke Yan Baoqing's counterattack. From another perspective, this is simply offending someone for no reason. Only a fool would do something with no benefits.

  When Li Yuzi appeared, Xia Xingxiao's expression changed slightly, and he deliberately slammed the beer glass in his hand onto the table, making a loud noise, just in time to attract Li Yuzi's gaze.

  Li Yuzhi's gaze fell on Xia Xingxiao again. After a moment of hesitation, he finally decided to walk over and sit across from Xia Xingxiao, saying in a low voice: "What is your name? Are you willing to join my team? What benefits do you hope to gain?"

  Xia Xingxiao said: "My name is Xia Xingxiao, I voluntarily join your team. The benefit I want to get is the anonymous leave card in your hand. I hope to have a three-day holiday."

  Li Yuzi hesitated for a moment and said slowly: "My team, the lowest rank is second-class soldier. But you are third-class soldier."

  Xia Xingxiao didn't answer, she just looked at him.

  His meaning is very clear, you can't even find anyone, what are you pretending for?

  Li Yuzi had no choice but to change the subject and said: "Alright, I do need a substitute now. What kind of martial arts are you practicing? How's your speed?"

  It's probably because he hasn't paid much attention to the movements of the Myanmar military base during this period, so he doesn't recognize Xia Xingxiao. Indeed, when one reaches his level, they have to go to the battlefield, and naturally everything has to be prepared for the battlefield. Other things can be ignored, and they are all ignored. As for new recruits, they care even less. The vast majority of first-class soldiers are like this. Yan Baoqing next to him also doesn't recognize Xia Xingxiao.

  "Jia Yi Shen Gong."

  Li Yuzhi didn't hide his furrowed brow and said: "I'll test your strength."

  It's clear that Li Yuzi doesn't quite believe in Xia Xingxiao's abilities. After all, Xia Xingxiao is only a third-rate soldier, and his strength isn't anything to write home about. The gap between first-rate and third-rate soldiers is almost like an insurmountable chasm. If he didn't really need a substitute, he wouldn't have bothered with Xia Xingxiao at all.

  Xia Xing Xiao put down his beer glass and said casually, "Okay."

  Li Yuzhi stood up and turned to leave. This person, obviously not very good at interacting with others, wore his emotions on his face. No matter what he did, he was always straightforward, without any subtlety or courtesy. Such a guy would easily offend people. It's probably also an important reason why no one wants to join his team.

  Xia Xingxiao drained his beer in one gulp and immediately stood up.

  Others may not like Li Yuzhi's personality, but Xia Xinxiao has a few points of appreciation for him. Because, essentially, his character is similar to Li Yuzhi's, both are straightforward and don't know how to turn corners. Dealing with such people doesn't require so much effort. People who are too hypocritical, Xia Xinxiao actually dislikes.

  Ma Peng said with a bitter smile: "Xing Ge, don't take risks."

  Xia Xing smiled slightly and said confidently, "Don't worry, I will definitely win. Remember to help me place a bet, remember to continue helping me investigate Yan Baoqing's background. Also, help me keep an eye on the movements of Song Haicheng and Song Hailong brothers."

  Ma Peng saw that he had made up his mind and could only reluctantly agree.

  Xia Xingxiao followed Li Yuzi out of the Rolling Stone Bar.

  They say it's walking, but in fact they're all flying. Outside the Rolling Stone Bar, there are floating meteorites everywhere. There are hundreds of meters between the two closest meteorites. The farther out you go, the farther apart the meteorites become. Without superhuman flight skills, it would be impossible to keep up with Li Yuzhi's footsteps. I reckon Li Yuzhi is also intentionally testing Xia Xingxiao's flying skills.