<h4>Chapter 1247: Chapter 1255: Heavenly List Versus Heavenly List (1)</h4>


    "Good, good, good!" Tong Zhentian said the word ’good’ three times in a row, expressing his inner excitement.


    For a long time, everyone thought Ling Chen had encountered misfortune and was deeply grieved. Now, learning that Ling Chen is alive, their mood naturally lifts. "Hu Fei, remember to notify us as soon as Ling Chen returns."


    "Understood." Hu Fei nodded, saying, "Masters, I need to tell Elder Qiu this news, so I’ll take my leave."


    "Elder Tong, this is good news. Since Ling Chen is alright, we can rest assured about the uing martial artspetition," He Ziyun said with a smile. Although Tong Zhentian is the hall master of Dragon Tiger Hall, everyone knows in their hearts that Ling Chen is the backbone of the Dragon Tiger Hall. The reason is simple, whether it’s Hu Fei, the eight entrics, He Ziyun, or Tong Zhentian, they are all gathered together because of Ling Chen.


    If Ling Chen were to die, the bond connecting them would slowly disappear. It might be that in a few months or years, everyone would gradually leave and live their own lives independently.


    "We need to quickly inform Ling Chen about this matter and see what he thinks," Tong Zhentian said.


    "I’ll notify Hu Fei to make sure Ling Chen knows about this as soon as possible."


    After finishing up with the Dragon Tiger Hall business, noticing that the sky was gradually darkening, He Ziyun went home first. Although everyone works at Dragon Tiger Hall, only students, martial artists, and some masters originally belonging to the hall reside there.


    "Elder Tong, should I drive you home?" Tian Hanzhong met Tong Zhentian at the door and asked.


    "No need, I live nearby, it’s not far by foot. You go get busy," Tong Zhentian said. Tong Zhentian still holds Tian Hanzhong in high regard. Although his aptitude is so-so, he is incredibly responsible in his work; it is because of this that Tong Zhentian entrusts him with the important role of managing the students.


    Walking on the way home, Tong Zhentian’s pace is slow, neither hurried nor sluggish. By this time, the sky hadpletely darkened, and the streetmps emitted a dim, yellowish glow.


    The ce where Tong Zhentian resides is about three kilometers away from Dragon Tiger Hall. The Tong Family is considered affluent, owning several properties in East Sea City. Moreover, Tong Zhentian doesn’t like living elsewhere; ustomed to his own home, he arranges all his properties in the sameyout. Thus, no matter where he resides, it feels just like home.


    Looking at his residence not far away, Tong Zhentian quickened his pace. But after walking a short distance, he suddenly stopped and stood quietly in ce, motionless. If one were to pay close attention, they would notice his ears slightly trembling, listening to the surroundings.


    "Come out." After a while, Tong Zhentian slowly raised his head, speaking as if talking to himself, "I know you’re here."


    As his words fell, a person appeared from the greenery beside him, standing behind Tong Zhentian.


    Feeling the presence of the other person, Tong Zhentian turned his head, scrutinizing them. The person before him was dressed in ck, with a face veil obscuring their features, but the wrinkles on their forehead and physique suggested that the person’s age should be quite advanced.


    "Are you from the Martial Arts Academy?" Tong Zhentian asked.


    The other remained silent, as if not hearing Tong Zhentian’s question. Suddenly, it seemed as if the surrounding trees were swept by a breeze, with the leaves rustling.


    Tong Zhentian’s eyes narrowed, lightly tapping his foot, instantly retreating over ten meters. Upon looking at his previous position, the ground was deeply caved in. Witnessing this, a hint of astonishment shed in Tong Zhentian’s eyes.


    Heavenly List expert!


    From the move just executed by the other, their strength is incredibly formidable. Even as a martial arts legend, Tong Zhentian felt a slight pressure at that moment.


    "Who exactly are you?" Tong Zhentian continued to ask. The other’s power was so terrifying, they were definitely not a nameless figure. Searching his mind for someone who fit these conditions, he could only think of one or two individuals. Could the person before him be one of them?


    As he pondered swiftly, the opponent gave no opportunity for Tong Zhentian to catch his breath, their body tilted forward, speed unravelling instantly, fierce fist power roaring as it sliced through the air, ferociously heading straight for Tong Zhentian’s forehead.


    Seeing the opponent rapidly approaching, Tong Zhentian grabbed arge handful, causing the nearby trees to emit a faint sound. Following this, dozens of leaves fell,nding into Tong Zhentian’s hands. With the leaves in hand, Tong Zhentian stepped back while simultaneously flicking his wrists. In an instant, the dozens of leaves shot out as if sharp des, slicing through the air.


    Seeing this, the assailing figure in ck twisted their waist, forcibly pulling their body upward, leaping above the leaves. Although the leaves blocked their path, their assault was not stopped, continually pressing towards Tong Zhentian. In the blink of an eye, the two were within a meter of each other.


    As the steel fist approached, Tong Zhentian did not continue retreating. He took a deep breath, Inner Strength instantly gathering, raising his palms slightly, meeting the opponent’s fist.


    Bam!


    As fist and palm collided, a strong wave of energy burst forth immediately, spreading to the surroundings, the corners of their clothes lifted by the force, swirling without wind.


    Feeling the other’s formidable Inner Strength, Tong Zhentian’s brows furrowed slightly, his entire body’s Power continuously channeled to his palms, resisting the other’s fierce strength.


    After tens of seconds of stalemate, sweat appeared on both Tong Zhentian’s and the ck-d figure’s forehead, their breath bing rapid.


    The Inner Strength contest is an extremely dangerous confrontation, lightweight injuries at best, life-threatening at worst. As time passed, the duel between Tong Zhentian and the ck-d figure reached its final stages. The ck-d figure’s face veil made his condition untraceable, but Tong Zhentian’splexion appeared somewhat pale, his arms slightly trembling, evidently reaching exhaustion.


    "Why...why are you doing this?" Suddenly, Tong Zhentian stared straight into the other’s eyes, speaking word by word.


    Upon hearing Tong Zhentian’s words, the ck-d figure’s eyebrows slightly twitched, remaining silent, merely stepping forward once more, pressuring Tong Zhentian.


    As the other’s Inner Strength surged, Tong Zhentian felt his body weakenpletely, his own power being gradually worn down. If this continued, his life would be at risk sooner orter.


    "Do you really want to do this?" Seeing the other not speaking, Tong Zhentian took another deep breath, asking, "You should be aware of my character; if truly pushed, we might as well die together."


    The ck-d figure remained silent, seemingly unmoved by Tong Zhentian’s words. However, at this moment, a strong sense of crisis suddenly arose in Tong Zhentian’s heart. Almost instinctively, Tong Zhentian rapidly turned his head, looking behind him. Instantly, he saw a figure rushing out from the greenery beside him, heading straight for his back.