Mystery Descends: My Exchanges Are Not Equal Chapter 4: After revision - 4, Crisis! Terrifying Combat Power!

"A reanimated corpse? No, this is the Martial World, not some Immortal Realm!"

The cadaver suddenly spoke, causing Wang Teng to jump in alarm.

"Hero, please look closely, I am merely passing through this area," Wang Teng managed to compose himself and replied evenly.

"I did not anticipate you remaining so calm in my presence. Judging by your attire, you must be a disciple of the Beggar Gang. Those from the Western Xia First-class Hall are currently hunting the Beggar Gang, and their typical disciples are fleeing in every direction. Why do you dare to stay here?"

The figure unexpectedly sat up, his eyes chilling, his voice drifting as if he were carefully gauging Wang Teng’s reaction, poised to strike with lethal force at any perceived anomaly.

To his surprise, a faint obsidian ripple shimmered within Wang Teng’s eyes.

[A Glimpse Activated!]

[Name: Murong Fu]

[Comprehensive Combat Power: 950 points (Injured state, only 30% combat power remaining: 285 points).]

Murong Fu!?

The North Qiao Feng, South Murong!

This was indeed one of the formidable experts from "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils".

"These Western Xia ruffians have wronged my compatriots, how could I simply turn away? You, hero, have already vanquished several Western Xia masters; truly, it is a fitting example of: ‘Valiant men feast on barbarian flesh when hungry, and quench their thirst with Western Xia blood in jest!’ " Wang Teng offered his praise.

"However, given that you still live, these spoils of war naturally remain yours."

Wang Teng withdrew his hands from the pile of fallen bodies.

In this precarious situation, feigning ignorance was the wisest course, lest the opponent extinguish his life in an instant.

The Murong Fu before him clearly relished such flattery.

"‘Valiant men feast on barbarian flesh when hungry, and quench their thirst with Xiongnu blood in jest,’ well said! I, Murong Fu, find those words deeply resonant," Murong Fu nodded, his thoughts turning to the mockery he had endured from the Western Xia, causing him to involuntarily clench his teeth.

"You, a solitary individual, devoid of martial arts or power, perishing in this desolate wilderness would go unnoticed. But encountering me is your good fortune! I shall grant you an opportunity for advancement, provided you agree to perform a few tasks for me!"

Murong Fu contemplated for a moment before speaking slowly.

"Please command me, Hero Murong!" Wang Teng responded swiftly.

"Hmm~ As long as you comply, you will subsequently join my Gusu Murong Sect and are assured a lifetime of prosperity and honor!" Murong Fu sat up straighter, articulating his words with eloquence.

Wang Teng felt a sensation of numbness; was this not simply an attempt to enlist him as a pawn for Murong Fu’s grand restoration scheme, cloaked in the guise of righteousness?

If Murong Fu were to materialize in another world, he would undoubtedly be exceptionally suited for the art of multi-level marketing.

Wang Teng quickly assisted Murong Fu, pulling him from amidst the corpses, only to discover that the lower part of his torso and abdomen seemed to have lost all sensation and mobility.

"I carelessly fell prey to the Western Xia’s Sadness Butter Clear Wind; I am currently suppressing it with Star Shifting Inner Strength, yet eliminating a person remains a simple matter," Murong Fu’s expression held a cold smirk.

This was a tactic of alarming the snake by beating the grass, a reminder to Wang Teng that his opponent still possessed formidable power.

Murong Fu’s face was streaked with blood, and the chilling smile lent him a sinister appearance, akin to a malevolent spirit.

Hearing these words, Wang Teng was also taken aback.

For now, his only recourse was to bide his time and act when the opportune moment arose.

"Star Shifting?" Wang Teng feigned astonishment.

"Precisely! Star Shifting is the exclusive technique of my Murong Family! This divine art comprises nine profound realms, and when fully mastered, one can even perceive the Celestial Dao and manipulate the intangible and unseen. The nine realms are extensive; I cannot elaborate on them with you in detail, but draw nearer, and I shall impart this divine skill to you now."

As Murong Fu uttered these words, his breathing grew increasingly labored, as if the poison's effects were intensifying.

Sensing his demise drawing near, he acted abruptly.

Swish!

Wang Teng felt the opponent’s hand seize him like an iron claw, ripping through the fabric of his chest attire.

Then, his nails dug into Wang Teng’s flesh, drawing blood.

"Damn it! He intends to kill me!" Wang Teng experienced excruciating pain in his chest, as if his very heart were being crushed by a colossal hand.

Pop!

At this critical juncture, Murong Fu’s sleeve billowed with a surge of internal energy. "Boy, my Star Shifting Inner Strength has now been implanted within your heart. Should any misfortune befall me, this inner strength will surge uncontrollably, and you will perish instantly!"

As he declared this, he pressed his palm forward.

The torrent of inner strength flooded into Wang Teng’s heart, coursing violently through his meridians.

"However, if you remain loyal to me, this Star Shifting Inner Strength can be utilized by you to cleanse and refine your essence! At that point, you will effortlessly comprehend and master any martial art with ease!"

"It’s agonizingly painful..."

Wang Teng clutched his chest, on the verge of fainting from the intense suffering, teeth clenched as he endured.

"Go search the Western Xia commander to see if there is an antidote to Sadness Butter Clear Wind," Murong Fu uttered his command, his voice growing progressively weaker.

As Wang Teng observed Murong Fu’s frail meditative breathing, a cold glint appeared in his eyes.

He proceeded to search the corpse of the Western Xia commander, while also discreetly examining the other fallen Western Xia soldiers.

Buzz~

A white light flickered, visible only to him!

[Endless Extraction Successful! Acquired 2 points of Physique!]

[Endless Extraction Successful! Acquired 2 points of Comprehension!]

...

"Wasting time! Are you seeking death?" Murong Fu, suppressing his poisonous injury, spoke with rising impatience.

"Found it!"

Having extracted all available attributes from the corpses, Wang Teng retrieved two small porcelain bottles, one blue and one gray, from the Western Xia commander's person.

"Good, good, good! Quickly find a hidden place," Murong Fu declared with evident delight.

The sky gradually descended into darkness.

With Murong Fu on his back, Wang Teng navigated through the dense woods, guided by his companion, eventually reaching a dilapidated temple.

Inside the crumbling sanctuary, Wang Teng gently set Murong Fu down. While Murong Fu tended to his wounds, Wang Teng opened his attribute panel.

[Name: Wang Teng]

[Game ID: 440***********2868]

[Level 1 (0/100)]

[Blood Volume: 100/100]

[Physique: 16 points (click for details)]

[Power: 29 points (click for details)]

[Agility: 15 points (click for details)]

[Spirit: 15 points (click for details)]

[Comprehension: 4 points (click for details)]

[Destiny: 12 points (click for details)]

[Lifebound Talent: Unequal Exchange (5 hours remaining cooldown).]

[Affiliated Talent: Endless Extraction, Powerful Mountain Pulling]

[Martial Arts: A Glimpse]

[Comprehensive Combat Power: 79 (this combat power does not include talent)]

[Evaluation: Great Strength and Power.]

In less than a single day, his power had surged to an astonishing 29 points, surpassing the capabilities of most individuals, and he had acquired three distinct talent abilities.

Presently, on the surface, his comprehensive combat power stood at 79 points.

However, when factoring in his talent abilities, his overall combat prowess exceeded 100 points, making him even more formidable than Su Qiang had been previously.

Yet, when confronting Murong Fu, whose comprehensive combat power registered a daunting 285, victory for Wang Teng was still far from assured.

He subtly withdrew a gray porcelain bottle from his sleeve; the antidote had already been administered to Murong Fu.

This particular bottle contained the potent poison known as Sadness Butter Clear Wind!

Poison!.........