Chapter 147: Feeling Good About Oneself

“Oh! As expected of B-rank hero Xing Yuxiu, he managed to punch with a force of 800 kilograms.”

“That’s incredible. He looks so relaxed, it seems like he wasn’t even using his full strength.”

“I wonder how much I can punch.”

“Why don’t you try it out?”

“No way, I don’t want to embarrass myself.”

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Xing Yuxiu’s punch indeed registered at 800 kilograms, which was considered above average.

Although 800 kilograms was impressive, it didn’t garner an overwhelming reaction. In the world of Starborne heroes, the Elephant rank was known for exceptional strength. While other ranks also had strong warriors, the Elephant star constitution was synonymous with raw power. Xing Yuxiu, being a Soldier starborne, achieving 800 kilograms was commendable.

Amidst the surrounding praise, Xing Yuxiu felt good, wearing a smile and basking in the sense of superiority.

“Not bad, 800 kilograms.”

At this moment, a calm voice came from the side.

Of course, it was Shi Ji. Shi Ji was genuinely complimenting Xing Yuxiu, but to Xing Yuxiu, it sounded almost like mockery. His mood shifted, and his expression turned sour.

Xing Yuxiu glared at Shi Ji, “Why don’t you give it a try?”

Currently, Xing Yuxiu enjoyed comparing himself to Shi Ji in various ways.

Shi Ji had initially planned to give it a shot.

As Shi Ji and Lin Xinyan approached, the surrounding people couldn’t help but cheer, mainly because of Lin Xinyan.

“It’s the newly promoted A-rank hero Lin Xinyan. I didn’t notice her earlier, it’s such an honor to see her here.”

“Yeah, it’s amazing!”

Lin Xinyan was a newly promoted A-rank hero and a stunning beauty. Besides her appearance and strength, her exceptionally good-natured personality made her very popular.

Because of Lin Xinyan’s presence, few people paid attention to Shi Ji.

Shi Ji didn’t mind this. He went straight to Xing Yuxiu and patted his shoulder lightly.

“You still have a long way to go on your hero’s journey. Don’t get discouraged.”

This comment made Xing Yuxiu almost want to vomit blood. He was feeling superior, and here was Shi Ji, this jerk, calling it discouragement.

With a huff, Xing Yuxiu brushed Shi Ji’s hand off his shoulder, unable to hold back any longer.

“You smug jerk, look at you acting all high and mighty. Why don’t you give it a try?”

Shi Ji smiled, a subtle, almost mysterious smile, and without responding to Xing Yuxiu, he went straight to the testing device.

Shi Ji was a new face; apart from Lin Xinyan, Xing Yuxiu, and Chiyang, no one knew him. To the onlookers, he appeared to be an ordinary person. Nobody expected much from his performance and instead mocked him.

Lin Xinyan, however, had a deeper understanding of Shi Ji’s strength, something Xing Yuxiu couldn’t compare to. She was looking forward to seeing Shi Ji’s punch.

Xing Yuxiu, standing nearby, felt a bit nervous. Even though Shi Ji wasn’t a hero, he was indeed formidable. Recalling the time Shi Ji nonchalantly handled the five hundred kilogram barbell during punishment without breaking a sweat, it was clear how strong he really was.

Shi Ji focused on the target area, extended his hand, and gave it a knock as if he were knocking on a door.

Slap!