Barlin thought his strike would maim Charlie even if it didn't kill, and was surprised to see the brat dodge more quickly than expected.

It naturally didn't inflict significant damage aside from a flesh wound, which was nothing in cultivator terms.

As long as he had sufficient Reiki and healed in time, it wasn't an issue.

Even so, it fueled Barlin's confidence, and he laughed viciously, "Lucky you, brat! I'm in the worst state I've ever been for years, or I would have taken your head right th