Chapter 22: The Gene of Immortality, Dominant Powers

"This..." Lu Yuan was genuinely surprised. The sight before him was utterly beyond the bounds of normal understanding.

A figure towering two meters tall, muscles knotted and bulging, especially the right arm, which resembled a massive stone pillar. Even though they stood some distance apart, the sheer power contained within was palpable.

"I've burned up my life, taken forbidden drugs—my strength is dozens of times greater than normal." The team leader Zhao, though retaining a shred of reason, now gazed at Lu Yuan with a savage, beast-like glare. His words pronounced a death sentence, for his current strength was far beyond that of ordinary men; even if a world champion boxer stood before him, he was confident he could kill in an instant.

In this state, his defense, speed, and strength were all terrifyingly enhanced. Without another word, he launched his attack.

Boom!

With a leap, he crossed dozens of meters in an instant. The ground beneath his feet caved in, leaving a crater. His right arm drew back, gathering force, then swung down upon Lu Yuan.

The punch was fierce, producing a sonic boom. If struck by such a blow, any ordinary person would be reduced to a pulp.

"Is it a contest of strength?" Lu Yuan narrowed his eyes, remaining motionless. He bent his legs, then, right fist drawn back, met the giant arm with his own punch.

Thanks to the medicinal essence from the Meridian Heaven Furnace, his physique had been tempered to rival that of a first-stage awakened one after mutation. No matter how bizarre Zhao's state, he was still flesh and blood.

Therefore, Lu Yuan had absolute confidence in his physical strength.

More importantly, he had lived two lives; his combat experience and skills far exceeded those of most men.

Boom—

The next moment, their fists collided.

A deafening sound resounded, echoing across the surroundings. The clash of their power stirred up a shockwave.

Especially under Lu Yuan's feet, the earth sank half a meter deep and cracks spread outwards. The magnitude of their strength was unimaginable.

Yet Lu Yuan's body did not budge; he maintained his original stance.

In contrast, Zhao's eyes were filled with astonishment; his right hand, overwhelmed by the force, had ruptured vessels.

"This...How can this be? Is this man even human?" Zhao was stunned, unable to comprehend. He had achieved this strength only by taking drugs—yet the opponent appeared perfectly ordinary.

"Was that your full strength?" Lu Yuan suddenly spoke, then continued, "Then it's my turn."

As soon as he finished, his right hand transformed from a fist to a palm, seized Zhao's fist, and threw him over his shoulder.

Boom! Boom!

The two-meter-tall giant was tossed onto the ground with ease.

The terrifying impact shattered the earth, creating a crater dozens of meters wide. Zhao could not withstand it, vomiting blood and trembling violently.

He tried to struggle up, intending to use his formidable right hand to fend off Lu Yuan temporarily. But Lu Yuan twisted his wrist just slightly—there was a cracking sound, and the massive arm, thick as a millstone, snapped cleanly.

He had shown restraint; otherwise, tearing the arm off entirely would not have been difficult.

The gap between them was simply too vast.

"Well? Anything you want to say now?" Lu Yuan gazed calmly at his opponent.

He did not know what kind of pill Zhao had consumed, but it was likely nothing more than a product of modern science.

As for himself, he had integrated the essence of immortal medicine.

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