"Afterimage" was also one of the hallmarks of the light speed system. It was an afterimage created by an origin ability user using their own pure energy. To put it bluntly, it was a fake body. However, a light speed user could use their speed advantage to quickly switch between the fake bodies.
If you hit a fake body, then the real body would definitely attack you. If you did not attack, then the real body would use one of the fake bodies to attack you from an angle you would not expect.
The higher the level of "Afterimage", the more fake bodies one could create. The stronger a light speed user was, the faster their attack speed would be. It could be as fast as a few punches per second, ten punches per second, or even dozens of punches per second. At that level, the real body's attack would be like all the fake bodies attacking at the same time, making it very difficult to guard against.
After a period of hard work in the advanced training center, Ding Meng also understood the principle of this martial art technique. He also understood that the truly powerful part of "Afterimage" was actually the wind generated by the flow of origin energy between each afterimage. This was because it would create a great disturbance to a person's vision.
For example, right now, the violent wind had swept in all the tables and chairs around him and was spinning wildly around him, forming a small chaotic space. The outside world could not see what was happening inside, and the inside world could not see what was happening outside.
Fortunately, Zhu Fei and the others could not see. If they could, they would probably be scared to death because at this moment, Ding Meng actually closed his eyes.
Little Red's brain short-circuited. What was going on?
In Teacher Jia Fa's lessons, "Afterimage" was considered a high-end martial art technique for origin ability users. However, it was not invincible. There were many martial arts techniques that could restrain its effects, but no matter which one it was, there was no way to close one's eyes like this.
The force field was still spinning, and the four afterimages were still changing into different postures. Ding Meng was not moved at all. He stood in place with his eyes closed and did not move at all.
This time, it was Little Red's turn to hesitate. Ding Meng was full of openings from head to toe, but she did not know how to attack.
This situation was just like the battle between Leopard and Ding Meng. At first glance, there were no openings on his body, but when you really wanted to attack, you would feel that there were no openings on his body. This was because you would never be able to guess what his next move was. If you attacked carelessly and missed, the consequences would be unimaginable.
At the end of the day, this was actual combat experience.
Most of the time, the academy was like a greenhouse, nurturing only flowers. Although it was nourished by sunshine and rain, it did not have the experience and lessons of life and death battles. However, Ding Meng's experience was gained from struggling on the edge of death.
After running Afterimage for more than a minute, Ding Meng did not show any signs of opening his eyes.
At this moment, Hong Mei couldn't hold it in any longer. She finally understood Ding Meng's sinister intentions. Ding Meng didn't intend to make a move at all because she would be the one to suffer if this continued. Releasing energy from four different points at the same time would consume too much energy. The situation had forced her to make a move even if she didn't want to.
But where should he attack from?
This was another difficult multiple-choice question.
After a brief moment of hesitation, Hong Mei finally made up her mind. At this moment, the force field suddenly disappeared, and all of the wind energy gathered on her fist. Her shiny gloves were like a warhammer in a storm as they whizzed towards Ding Meng's head.
Her choice was undoubtedly correct. The previous exchange had already proven that Ding Meng did not care about her Transient Steps at all. Thus, instead of playing some fancy tricks, she might as well face him head-on and give him a thunderous blow.
This punch could not be called a punch at all. The punch was wrapped in an invisible wave of energy that swept through the entire central arena. At the same time, it also swept up the barbells, elastic machines, and punching machines in the surroundings. It was like a storm was sweeping towards Ding Meng.
At this moment, the surrounding crowd could clearly see the exchange between the two of them. Originally, Zhu Fei was still mocking Little Red for being childish. But now, he was holding his breath as he couldn't help but worry for Ding Meng.
He really couldn't think of any way Ding Meng could dodge this attack.
Ding Meng didn't even try to dodge. He stood in place and took her punch head-on.
The "storm" looked fierce, but when it really enveloped Ding Meng, it was like a bucket of cold water had been poured over him. It quickly scattered and disappeared without a trace.
With a muffled bang, Hong Mei's fist finally landed on Ding Meng's forehead.
At this moment, Ding Meng was supposed to fly into the air, then fall to the ground with a bloody nose. Finally, he would kneel and beg for mercy …
Unfortunately, the scene that Little Red had imagined did not happen. Ding Meng was standing in the same spot as if nothing had happened to him. He slowly opened his eyes and stared at her before coldly saying, "I've said it just now. In my eyes, you're trash."
He was indeed confident. The "Diamond Star Technique" had created four complete origin points, and all of them were used to strengthen his resistance. Even a normal Origin Energy Warrior with a Body Tempering Origin Energy would not have a body as strong as his.
Hong Mei's punch was enough to take down a fierce person like Zhu Fei, but in front of Ding Meng, it was still not enough.
Only now did she realize where she had gone wrong.
Ding Meng actually couldn't do anything to her because her movement technique was definitely faster than his. Ding Meng wanted to bait her into attacking him with all her strength. This way, Ding Meng would have a chance to counterattack.
Unfortunately, Little Red realized it too late. With a swish, Ding Meng grabbed her wrist and twisted it forcefully.
With a "plop", Hong Mei knelt on the ground, the expression on her face contorting.
Ding Meng's palm was like an alloy iron hoop, holding her wrist tightly. The more she struggled, the more pain she felt. Her wrist felt like it was being broken.
Another "bang" rang out. This time, it was Ding Meng's kick that sent Hong Mei's body flying toward the door.
Ding Meng landed on the ground and stomped on the ground. A shiny barbell suddenly bounced up. Ding Meng then swept his leg, sending the barbell flying like a missile. The tip of the barbell accurately hit Hong Mei's forehead.
"Pu — — —"
Everyone could clearly see that Hong Mei, who was in mid-air, spat out a large amount of blood.
Hong Mei was indeed quite capable. Under such circumstances, she somersaulted in the air and used the "Fierce Tiger Landing Stance" to half-kneel on the ground. She supported herself with one hand and barely managed to stabilize herself.
However, Ding Meng's figure suddenly became blurry. Hong Mei knew that her opponent had moved, but she couldn't see him clearly because Ding Meng was already in front of her. He used his signature "Karate Reverse Chop".
"Kacha!"
Hong Mei fell heavily to the ground and let out a blood-curdling scream that made everyone's hair stand on end.
Her ankle had been cut off, and the sole of her foot was like a ball of soft, rotten meat hanging from her calf. She couldn't stand up at all.
Many girls in the hall screamed, and countless people ran out of the door. Zhu Fei also felt a chill in his heart when he saw this. Brother Ding's attack was really … fast, direct, and cold.
Most of the basic cultivation techniques of light ability users started from the four limbs. Ding Meng's attack was also intended to cripple Hong Mei.
Hong Mei curled up on the ground and wriggled. Tears flowed out of her eyes because she finally felt fear. Not only was her opponent's resistance strong, but his movement technique and strength were also far above hers. When faced with such an opponent, she could only beg him to go easy on her.
"Wait."
Hong Mei hurriedly waved her hands and begged for mercy. She was almost crying. "You … you … you are an origin energy warrior, and I … I am just an origin energy user. This … this is not fair."
Ding Meng lowered his head and looked at her coldly, as if he was looking at a reptile that was struggling on its deathbed. "When you crippled Zuo Min yesterday, did you mention the word 'fair'?"
When she heard this, Hong Mei felt her entire body turn cold. She was in complete despair.
Ding Meng didn't care about her feelings at all. He grabbed her other leg and lifted her up.
"Brother Ding, Brother Ding."
Only then did Zhu Fei feel terrified. He hurriedly went forward to persuade him. "She's already crippled. You see … let's just … cough cough … that's enough … that's enough …"
"Hmm?" Ding Meng turned his head and glanced at him coldly.
Zhu Fei immediately felt a chill run down his spine. Although Ding Meng was usually calm and indifferent, when it came to showing off his power, his eyes were even colder than the edge of a blade. Zhu Fei's legs trembled a little, and he didn't dare to say another word.
At that moment, a dignified voice suddenly came from outside the door. "Stop!"