Mrs. and Mr. Smith

Chapter 940: Chapter 940: Empathy for Each Other

Golden Light suddenly appeared, instantly closing in on the Crane!

The Crane resisted the oppressive feeling brought by the Divine Dragon Power and raised its hand to meet Ethan Smith!

In the instant of the collision, the Crane was actually forced back three steps!

However, Ethan Smith’s condition wasn’t much better either, as he only felt a sharp pain coming from his fist!

“What an incredibly powerful body!” Ethan Smith couldn’t help but exclaim!

This might be the most formidable body that Ethan Smith had ever encountered!

Surprise flashed across the Crane’s face as well.

It coldly stared at Ethan Smith and said, “If you stepped into the Martial Saint realm, I might not be your match.”

Ethan Smith grinned and said, “Among those of the same level, you are also the most formidable opponent I’ve ever encountered!”

Having said that, Ethan Smith charged at the Crane once again!

This time, the Crane’s body exuded faint white light!

Its strength also instantly increased by several points!

Both sides trembled together in an instant, both going all out and constantly clashing!

From time to time, explosions could be heard throughout the grotto-heaven, attracting countless people to listen attentively!

The battle between the two lasted for three whole hours.

Three hours later, the sweat on the Crane’s forehead grew more and more, seemingly unable to withstand the pressure.

Both of them had sustained various injuries, and Ethan Smith’s condition was obviously more severe!

This couldn’t help but shock Ethan Smith to the core!

Being at the same level, Ethan Smith couldn’t gain the upper hand, and was even steadily suppressed by the Crane!

After all, the Crane was fighting while withstanding the pressure of the Divine Dragon Power!

“So strong…” Ethan Smith wiped the blood traces at the corner of his mouth, revealing a hint of caution on his face.

At that moment, the Crane waved its hand and said, “Take a short rest.”

Ethan Smith was startled, then nodded and said, “Alright.”

So, Ethan Smith found a spot to sit down and wait for the Crane.

On this day, the two sides fought three times, not stopping until nightfall.

The injuries on Ethan Smith’s body appeared severe, making it difficult for him to even walk.

Left with no choice, the man with the mustache had to carry Ethan back.

“Did he really suppress his realm to Half-step Martial Saint…” Lying in bed, Ethan couldn’t help but feel annoyed, as a sense of defeat welled up within him.

The man with the mustache beside him rolled his eyes and said, “Alright, don’t be discontented. If it were an ordinary person, they would have been instantly killed.”

Despite the comforting words, Ethan’s heart could not calm down for a long time.

Ever since he started his career, he had never tasted defeat among those of the same level! The appearance of the Crane had completely overturned Ethan Smith’s values.

The next day, Ethan came to the grotto-heaven as usual and exchanged moves with the Crane.

On this day, Ethan was still slightly at a disadvantage.

It was the same on the third day, and the fourth day as well.

After a full ten days.

Ethan and the Crane had reached a stalemate, virtually a draw.

During the mid-fight break, Ethan couldn’t help but laugh bitterly, “It’s been so many days, and I haven’t made any progress…”

The Crane glanced at Ethan and coldly said, “Your progress is much greater than I imagined. You are the most formidable human I have ever met.”

Ethan frowned and said, “Really? But it’s been ten days, and I’ve only just managed to draw even with you….”

“Don’t forget, as you are making progress, my fear of the Divine Dragon Power is gradually disappearing as well,” the Crane reminded.

Ethan suddenly realized!

Yes! The Crane’s pressure from the Divine Dragon Power seemed to be slowly dissipating as well!

“I understand now!” Ethan exclaimed in delight.

He stood up and bowed slightly to the Crane, cupping his hands and saying, “Thank you!”

The crane remained silent, just casually handing Ethan Smith a jug of fine wine.

After ten days of getting along, the relationship between the two seemed to have grown closer and closer.

In their spare time, the two would casually chat.

Through their conversations, they learned that their temperaments and personalities were somewhat similar.

Crane had been a stubborn person since childhood, never giving in when facing powerful demonic beasts, ultimately fighting his way through and establishing the might of a Martial Saint.

For Crane, the only thing left he could not resist was the Divine Dragon Power, which was why he had Ethan Smith accompany him in his cultivation.

“I don’t believe in bloodline suppression. Born into this world, we stand tall alone,” Crane said quietly.

Ethan Smith couldn’t help but admire Crane more and more.

When Crane learned about Ethan Smith’s story, he was also somewhat touched.

Especially when he found out about the dispute between Ethan Smith and the Capital City Martial Arts Association, as well as his confrontation with the elegantly dressed young men from aristocratic families.

“Alright, time to continue.” Crane emptied the wine in his hand with a tilt and stood up.

“Okay!” Ethan Smith nodded.

In the next few days…

Ethan Smith and Crane basically maintained a balanced state.

Crane had gone from sweating profusely at the beginning to now being almost able to ignore the pressure of Divine Dragon Power.

However, just as Ethan Smith and Crane were both cultivating, a change occurred in the martial arts world of Pyro once again.

Obadiah Heptinstall re-established the Immortal Slaying Sect, relying on the white bone army, he had become almost unbeatable!

Not only that, Obadiah Heptinstall had also carried out multiple massacres on the martial artists of this era, killing countless people.

He would capture the divine sense of martial artists, swallow it into his stomach, and use it for cultivation.

This led to panic throughout the martial arts world, with Marc Fraley, who acted as the “leader,” turning a blind eye to everything.

Star frowned, “Master Fraley, don’t you think Obadiah Heptinstall’s actions are a bit too much?”

Marc Fraley put down the wine in his hand, glanced at Star, and said, “Too much? How is it too much?”

Star, somewhat angrily, said, “He treats human lives like mere grass, relying on the divine sense of martial artists for cultivation, isn’t that too much?!”

“Many innocent people have already died at his hands, shouldn’t we do something about it?”

Marc Fraley sneered, “Uncle Star, are you being too soft-hearted? A bunch of ants, if they die, they die. What does it have to do with us?”

Star’s face turned pale, but he didn’t know how to vent his anger.

“If you’re not going to stop him, I will!” Star gritted his teeth and said.

However, Marc Fraley stopped Star and coldly said, “You’re not allowed to go either! Since my dad wants you to follow me, you have to obey my orders!”

Star trembled slightly, seemingly battling his thoughts.

Finally, the furious Star punched and shattered a stone pillar in the Great Hall before leaving angrily.

Marc Fraley snorted and continued drinking wine.

He wasn’t worried that Star would betray him because Star’s loyalty to Luke Fraley was beyond imagination.

…

In the blink of an eye, Ethan Smith had been in this city for twenty days.

During these twenty days, Ethan Smith’s strength rapidly improved, and even his realm had greatly improved.

“We can end this now.”

On the twenty-third day, Crane said softly.

Ethan Smith clasped his hands and said, “Alright, I’ll listen to you.”

“Thank you for practicing with me during this time,” said Crane.

Ethan Smith repeatedly waved his hands, saying, “I should be the one thanking you. No wonder you became the City Lord here.”

Twenty-three days had made Ethan Smith admire Crane to the point of prostration.

Not only did Crane have ambitious aspirations, but he also had a rare pure heart.

Such a character was hard to find among human martial artists.