RBCT Chapter 99: One Finger Shatters Steel, the Entire Internet Goes Wild
Chapter 99: One Finger Shatters Steel, the Entire Internet Goes Wild
In the internet age, the speed at which information spreads is beyond imagination.
The video of Ma Cong smashing a steel plate table with one finger was uploaded to major social media platforms and short video websites within minutes of the incident.
At first, it didn't cause much of a stir.
Many people's first reaction was that it was a publicity stunt or special effects.
"Is this fake? This table must be a prop."
"Heh, here comes another one who's desperate for fame, and their methods are pretty low-level."
"These days, internet celebrities will do anything to get attention."
The internet is filled with similar doubts and ridicule.
After all, those so-called "masters" have already completely exhausted the public's trust.
However, things soon took a turn for the better.
Videos taken from different angles at the scene were also uploaded one after another.
Some busybodies even went directly to the registration point and started "live-streaming" the scene of metal fragments scattered on the ground.
"Family members, let me tell you, this is definitely not a prop! Look at the cut, look at the thickness, it's a real steel plate!"
"I secretly picked up a piece just now, and I almost cut my hand; it was so sharp!"
"I swear on my integrity, what just happened is absolutely true! That guy is an incredible person!"
As more and more "evidence" surfaced, the online sentiment began to subtly shift.
Some professionals and experts have also started to analyze the situation.
A metal materials science blogger with millions of followers released an analysis video after carefully studying the video and on-site photos.
"...Judging from the fracture surface and the color of the metal, this is indeed an ordinary desk made of cold-rolled steel. Its thickness should be between 1.5 and 2 centimeters. To smash such a desk with a finger and create this 'brittle fracture' effect, the instantaneous impact force required is an extremely terrifying figure. Frankly, with all my years of professional knowledge, I cannot understand how this could be achieved by human power..."
This video went viral instantly!
Even the most professional science bloggers can't explain it!
What does this tell us?
This suggests that it is very likely true!
"Holy shit! Holy shit! Holy shit! My scalp is tingling!"
"Could it be... that the legendary internal energy really exists?"
"This is real Chinese Kung Fu! Compared to this, that Titan is nothing!"
"That was so satisfying! Just thinking about those two arrogant applicants, how scared they were, makes me want to laugh!"
"The young man's last few words were excellent! Martial arts are proven with fists!"
"There are hidden masters out there! Please, please let this guy play! I want to see him smash Titan's head!"
The entire internet is in an uproar!
The phrase "breaking steel with one finger" shot to the top of the trending search list on major platforms at lightning speed!
Countless netizens are frantically forwarding and discussing this matter.
For the first time, the name Ma Cong entered the public eye.
Of course, there are also many people who are still being stubborn.
Especially those "rational and objective" people and "fighting enthusiasts" who previously praised Titan and belittled traditional Chinese martial arts.
"Don't get too excited. This might be a publicity stunt orchestrated by the Titans team. They might have hired an actor to put on a show, just to add some hype to the final match."
"That's right, performance and real combat are two different things. Being able to break a steel plate doesn't mean he can fight. Maybe he's just someone who practices hard qigong, with zero resistance to blows and zero movement speed."
"When he gets into the ring and gets knocked out by Titan with one punch, you'll see who the real joke is."
"Waiting to see him proven wrong! The 'traditional martial arts' maniac will always win; he'll forever live in his own fantasy."
Online, the two sides are clearly divided.
One faction revered Ma Cong as a god, believing him to be the true deity who came to save Chinese martial arts.
The other side scoffed at him, believing him to be just another fraudster who was about to be exposed for what he truly was.
The two sides were arguing fiercely in the comments section.
This debate also propelled the Titans' final "final battle" to an unprecedented level of attention.
……
at the same time.
In the presidential suite of a luxury five-star hotel in Donghai City.
A burly white man with a face full of scars was watching a video on a tablet computer with a gloomy expression.
It's the video of Ma Cong breaking steel with one finger.
He is Titan.
Standing next to him was a blond, blue-eyed man in a suit, his manager, Jack.
"Jack, what's going on?" Titan's voice was filled with rage. "Didn't I say that all the opponents this time had to be pre-arranged by us? Where did this kid come from?"
"I...I don't know either." Jack wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and said tremblingly, "He suddenly showed up at the registration point today. Our staff originally wanted to kick him out, but..."
"As a result, he smashed the table and slapped us in the face repeatedly!" Titan slammed the tablet computer to the ground with a loud bang.
"Right now, the entire Chinese internet is talking about this kid! Everyone wants to see him on stage! If we don't let him go, people will say we're scared! If we do let him go... Jack, tell me, who exactly is this guy? Was that move he made real, or was it fake?"
For the first time, a hint of seriousness appeared on Titan's face.
He may be arrogant, but he's not stupid.
That finger gesture in the video, even if it's a special effect, is so realistic.
If that's true...
Just thinking about it made his scalp tingle.
"I've already sent people to investigate," Jack said hastily. "But we've found very little information about this young man named Ma Cong. He's like... he appeared out of nowhere. However, Mr. Titan, you don't need to worry too much. As they say online, performance and real combat are two different things. This kind of hard qigong often comes at the cost of agility. As long as you're in the ring and don't engage him head-on, using your speed and skill, he'll be a sitting duck!"
Titan's expression softened slightly after hearing his agent's analysis.
That's right, ring fighting is all about overall strength.
Strength is only one aspect.
He has absolute confidence in his Cicada Strike Technique and movement skills.
"Hmph, whether he's truly capable or just faking it," Titan's eyes flashed with a ruthless glint. "Since he wants to play, then I'll play along!"
"Pass on my message." (Thailand)
Tan said coldly, "I accept his challenge. And I'll tell the media that, to show respect for this 'true master,' I've decided to make him my sole opponent in my final battle!"
"What?" Jack exclaimed in surprise, "The only opponent? What about the others we arranged beforehand..."
"They've all been cancelled." Titan's lips curled into a cruel smile. "All the hype was focused on him alone. I'm going to personally expose this scam in front of all of China and the world!"
"I want everyone to see how their hopes are knocked to the ground like a dead dog before me!"