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Chapter 7: The Young Man Lacks Martial Virtue.
After realizing there was a problem with his state of mind, Ye Cheng quickly began to restrain his anger, working to quell the turbulent soul power within his body.
The originally oppressive atmosphere around them also gradually dissipated as his soul power calmed.
Whew...
Sword Douluo, who was facing him, couldn't help but secretly breathe a sigh of relief. Just a moment ago, facing the subconsciously leaked aura from Ye Cheng, he actually felt like he was suffocating. It was like an ant facing a giant beast, giving rise to a feeling of insignificance before the vastness of the world. If it had lasted a moment longer, he probably wouldn't even have had the courage to make a move.
Only when truly facing a Limit Douluo could he understand the terrifying pressure his own father had once faced.
'Level 96 and Level 99, a mere three-level difference. Yet, it represents a world of difference!' Sword Douluo secretly sighed, simultaneously realizing that he had been a bit too complacent earlier.
This person before him was certainly not one of those juniors in the sect whom he could scold as he pleased.
Instead, he was a peerless expert who had gone through countless hardships, grown from weak to strong, and forged his path through true combat!
He didn't rely on anyone, nor did he need to.
He had reached this realm all on his own.
One could imagine how resolute his temperament and will were!
And yet, a moment ago, he had put on the airs of a senior expert, condescendingly scolding the flaws of such a powerhouse... At this thought, Sword Douluo felt he was probably in grave danger today.
After all, in this world governed by the law of the jungle, offending an expert was not something that could be so easily dismissed.
"..."
Ye Cheng silently gazed at Sword Douluo, not speaking. But the pressure he exerted was incomparably immense!
However, one might lose a battle, but not one's spirit.
Sword Douluo was, after all, an expert renowned for many years. Even knowing he was no match for the young man before him, he wouldn't stoop to begging for mercy or doing anything that would compromise the demeanor of an expert. He likewise watched Ye Cheng silently with an unyielding appearance, making it utterly impossible for anyone to tell that he was actually feeling intimidated inside.
"Good, very good."
Ye Cheng suddenly nodded and praised, "I have long heard that Sword Douluo Chen Xin's way of the sword is profound, and his Seven Kill Sword shakes the Soul Master world. This junior humbly claims to be somewhat proficient in swordsmanship as well and has long wanted to learn from you. Unfortunately, I never had the chance. Since we are fortunate enough to meet here today, Senior, I wonder if you would be willing to give me some pointers?"
Pointers?
Sword Douluo knew that even though the young man before him spoke very politely, the content was not polite at all.
This was clearly just an excuse to humiliate an old man like him.
The gap between Level 96 and Level 99 was enormous. Not to mention, the young man before him also had another Martial Soul.
No matter how arrogant Sword Douluo was, he wouldn't believe he could win. After all, the difference in soul power level was plainly obvious. Alas, it seemed he was inevitably going to lose face and make a fool of himself today.
Secretly sighing, Sword Douluo maintained a calm facade and said, "I wouldn't dare claim to give pointers. Since you are interested, then let's just have a friendly spar and stop before it goes too far." He didn't speak with absolute certainty, giving himself an out.
After speaking, a sharp gleam suddenly flashed from Sword Douluo's eyes. Immediately after, a sword appeared in front of him. It was a longsword, entirely a clear blue, like a crystal carving. The most peculiar thing was that on this longsword were nine stars: two yellow, two purple, and five black.
Seeing this sword, Ye Cheng couldn't help but nod lightly. To be able to cultivate soul rings to the point where they shed their external form and fused with the Martial Soul was no simple feat. It was evident that this Sword Douluo before him truly lived up to his reputation.
Sword Douluo slowly raised his hand, his gaze no longer on Ye Cheng, but focused entirely on his own sword. He calmly stated, "Level 96 Titled Douluo! Martial Soul: Seven Kill Sword!"
The Seven Kill Sword was a renowned Martial Soul on the Douluo Continent. If the Clear Sky Hammer was known for its weight and power, then the Seven Kill Sword was known for its absolute sharpness, resounding throughout the continent!
But compared to the Clear Sky Hammer, currently, only Sword Douluo Chen Xin possessed the Seven Kill Sword Martial Soul. So, in terms of fame, the Seven Kill Sword's reputation was far less resounding than the Clear Sky Hammer's, but in terms of Martial Soul tier, the Seven Kill Sword was absolutely a top-tier Martial Soul, not inferior in the slightest to the Clear Sky Hammer!
Gripping the Seven Kill Sword, Chen Xin, who previously had a calm and ethereal demeanor, suddenly seemed like a different person. His face instantly filled with killing intent, and his entire being abruptly turned overtly aggressive.
Ye Cheng looked at this version of Sword Douluo and thought to himself, 'This old man really knows how to put on a show.' Yet, a smile appeared on his face as he said, "Quite interesting. However, the difference in our soul power levels is too great. If I were to suppress you with my soul power, it would inevitably be unfair. Since that's the case..."
As he spoke, he gently raised his left hand.
A dazzling and colorful light emerged, transforming into a small pagoda—the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda!
Around this dazzling, nine-layered pagoda, which resembled a work of art, each layer was encircled by a halo.
A blood-red halo!
This represented the supreme hundred-thousand-year soul ring of the Soul Master world! A priceless treasure coveted by countless Soul Masters.
If an ordinary Soul Master could possess even one hundred-thousand-year soul ring, they could probably boast about it for a lifetime.
But the pagoda in his hand actually had nine of them!
A subtle, indescribable, yet profound and surging sensation imperceptibly spread out!
This was pure power!
Although he had seen it long ago in previous videos, when he truly saw this scene with his own eyes, Sword Douluo was still profoundly shocked.
A full nine 100,000-year soul rings!
His vision was completely enveloped by that magnificent and dazzling red light. His opponent had merely summoned his Martial Soul and made no further movements.
But an invisible pressure still surged forth, blanketing everything!
Sword Douluo could even feel the Seven Kill Sword in his hand trembling! It was as if it was facing an insurmountable mountain!
'That's just a support-type Martial Soul!'
Sword Douluo couldn't help but roar in his heart.
Ye Cheng merely displaying the non-offensive Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda had already completely suppressed the sharp aura of the Seven Kill Sword in his hand. It was simply too inconceivable and defied common sense.
Even if he were currently using some other famous sword, Sword Douluo's emotions wouldn't be in such disarray.
One could only say that a normal person should never compare themselves to someone who uses cheats. Otherwise, it's purely inviting misery upon oneself.
After summoning the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, Ye Cheng looked at Sword Douluo, whose aura was completely suppressed, and shook his head. He then activated the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda's soul skill: "Nine Treasures Have Names, Third is Soul!"
In an instant, the third soul ring on the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda burst forth with light!
The opposing Sword Douluo couldn't help but secretly groan in dismay upon seeing this. He immediately started cursing in his heart.
'This kid truly lacks martial virtue!'
'His soul power level is already higher than mine, yet in our fight, he's actually using a soul skill to amplify himself, bullying an old man like me.'
Who would have known that in the next moment, a dazzling and colorful light would directly envelop Sword Douluo.
In an instant, Sword Douluo felt the soul power within his body surge explosively!
He soon broke through the Level 96 boundary, reaching Level 97!
This was not yet the limit.
He could feel the soul power within his body still expanding boundlessly.
Level 97... Level 98...
Until Level 99!
Boom!
The explosive surge of soul power finally came to an abrupt halt.
Sword Douluo's expression was dazed as he felt the power within his body, a power incomparable to anything he had felt before. He finally understood what had happened.
It turned out that Ye Cheng hadn't summoned the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda to amplify himself, but to amplify him, his opponent!
He had literally elevated his soul power from Level 96 to the peak and limit of a Soul Master!
Level 99!
(end of chapter)
After realizing there was a problem with his state of mind, Ye Cheng quickly began to restrain his anger, working to quell the turbulent soul power within his body.
The originally oppressive atmosphere around them also gradually dissipated as his soul power calmed.
Whew...
Sword Douluo, who was facing him, couldn't help but secretly breathe a sigh of relief. Just a moment ago, facing the subconsciously leaked aura from Ye Cheng, he actually felt like he was suffocating. It was like an ant facing a giant beast, giving rise to a feeling of insignificance before the vastness of the world. If it had lasted a moment longer, he probably wouldn't even have had the courage to make a move.
Only when truly facing a Limit Douluo could he understand the terrifying pressure his own father had once faced.
'Level 96 and Level 99, a mere three-level difference. Yet, it represents a world of difference!' Sword Douluo secretly sighed, simultaneously realizing that he had been a bit too complacent earlier.
This person before him was certainly not one of those juniors in the sect whom he could scold as he pleased.
Instead, he was a peerless expert who had gone through countless hardships, grown from weak to strong, and forged his path through true combat!
He didn't rely on anyone, nor did he need to.
He had reached this realm all on his own.
One could imagine how resolute his temperament and will were!
And yet, a moment ago, he had put on the airs of a senior expert, condescendingly scolding the flaws of such a powerhouse... At this thought, Sword Douluo felt he was probably in grave danger today.
After all, in this world governed by the law of the jungle, offending an expert was not something that could be so easily dismissed.
"..."
Ye Cheng silently gazed at Sword Douluo, not speaking. But the pressure he exerted was incomparably immense!
However, one might lose a battle, but not one's spirit.
Sword Douluo was, after all, an expert renowned for many years. Even knowing he was no match for the young man before him, he wouldn't stoop to begging for mercy or doing anything that would compromise the demeanor of an expert. He likewise watched Ye Cheng silently with an unyielding appearance, making it utterly impossible for anyone to tell that he was actually feeling intimidated inside.
"Good, very good."
Ye Cheng suddenly nodded and praised, "I have long heard that Sword Douluo Chen Xin's way of the sword is profound, and his Seven Kill Sword shakes the Soul Master world. This junior humbly claims to be somewhat proficient in swordsmanship as well and has long wanted to learn from you. Unfortunately, I never had the chance. Since we are fortunate enough to meet here today, Senior, I wonder if you would be willing to give me some pointers?"
Pointers?
Sword Douluo knew that even though the young man before him spoke very politely, the content was not polite at all.
This was clearly just an excuse to humiliate an old man like him.
The gap between Level 96 and Level 99 was enormous. Not to mention, the young man before him also had another Martial Soul.
No matter how arrogant Sword Douluo was, he wouldn't believe he could win. After all, the difference in soul power level was plainly obvious. Alas, it seemed he was inevitably going to lose face and make a fool of himself today.
Secretly sighing, Sword Douluo maintained a calm facade and said, "I wouldn't dare claim to give pointers. Since you are interested, then let's just have a friendly spar and stop before it goes too far." He didn't speak with absolute certainty, giving himself an out.
After speaking, a sharp gleam suddenly flashed from Sword Douluo's eyes. Immediately after, a sword appeared in front of him. It was a longsword, entirely a clear blue, like a crystal carving. The most peculiar thing was that on this longsword were nine stars: two yellow, two purple, and five black.
Seeing this sword, Ye Cheng couldn't help but nod lightly. To be able to cultivate soul rings to the point where they shed their external form and fused with the Martial Soul was no simple feat. It was evident that this Sword Douluo before him truly lived up to his reputation.
Sword Douluo slowly raised his hand, his gaze no longer on Ye Cheng, but focused entirely on his own sword. He calmly stated, "Level 96 Titled Douluo! Martial Soul: Seven Kill Sword!"
The Seven Kill Sword was a renowned Martial Soul on the Douluo Continent. If the Clear Sky Hammer was known for its weight and power, then the Seven Kill Sword was known for its absolute sharpness, resounding throughout the continent!
But compared to the Clear Sky Hammer, currently, only Sword Douluo Chen Xin possessed the Seven Kill Sword Martial Soul. So, in terms of fame, the Seven Kill Sword's reputation was far less resounding than the Clear Sky Hammer's, but in terms of Martial Soul tier, the Seven Kill Sword was absolutely a top-tier Martial Soul, not inferior in the slightest to the Clear Sky Hammer!
Gripping the Seven Kill Sword, Chen Xin, who previously had a calm and ethereal demeanor, suddenly seemed like a different person. His face instantly filled with killing intent, and his entire being abruptly turned overtly aggressive.
Ye Cheng looked at this version of Sword Douluo and thought to himself, 'This old man really knows how to put on a show.' Yet, a smile appeared on his face as he said, "Quite interesting. However, the difference in our soul power levels is too great. If I were to suppress you with my soul power, it would inevitably be unfair. Since that's the case..."
As he spoke, he gently raised his left hand.
A dazzling and colorful light emerged, transforming into a small pagoda—the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda!
Around this dazzling, nine-layered pagoda, which resembled a work of art, each layer was encircled by a halo.
A blood-red halo!
This represented the supreme hundred-thousand-year soul ring of the Soul Master world! A priceless treasure coveted by countless Soul Masters.
If an ordinary Soul Master could possess even one hundred-thousand-year soul ring, they could probably boast about it for a lifetime.
But the pagoda in his hand actually had nine of them!
A subtle, indescribable, yet profound and surging sensation imperceptibly spread out!
This was pure power!
Although he had seen it long ago in previous videos, when he truly saw this scene with his own eyes, Sword Douluo was still profoundly shocked.
A full nine 100,000-year soul rings!
His vision was completely enveloped by that magnificent and dazzling red light. His opponent had merely summoned his Martial Soul and made no further movements.
But an invisible pressure still surged forth, blanketing everything!
Sword Douluo could even feel the Seven Kill Sword in his hand trembling! It was as if it was facing an insurmountable mountain!
'That's just a support-type Martial Soul!'
Sword Douluo couldn't help but roar in his heart.
Ye Cheng merely displaying the non-offensive Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda had already completely suppressed the sharp aura of the Seven Kill Sword in his hand. It was simply too inconceivable and defied common sense.
Even if he were currently using some other famous sword, Sword Douluo's emotions wouldn't be in such disarray.
One could only say that a normal person should never compare themselves to someone who uses cheats. Otherwise, it's purely inviting misery upon oneself.
After summoning the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, Ye Cheng looked at Sword Douluo, whose aura was completely suppressed, and shook his head. He then activated the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda's soul skill: "Nine Treasures Have Names, Third is Soul!"
In an instant, the third soul ring on the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda burst forth with light!
The opposing Sword Douluo couldn't help but secretly groan in dismay upon seeing this. He immediately started cursing in his heart.
'This kid truly lacks martial virtue!'
'His soul power level is already higher than mine, yet in our fight, he's actually using a soul skill to amplify himself, bullying an old man like me.'
Who would have known that in the next moment, a dazzling and colorful light would directly envelop Sword Douluo.
In an instant, Sword Douluo felt the soul power within his body surge explosively!
He soon broke through the Level 96 boundary, reaching Level 97!
This was not yet the limit.
He could feel the soul power within his body still expanding boundlessly.
Level 97... Level 98...
Until Level 99!
Boom!
The explosive surge of soul power finally came to an abrupt halt.
Sword Douluo's expression was dazed as he felt the power within his body, a power incomparable to anything he had felt before. He finally understood what had happened.
It turned out that Ye Cheng hadn't summoned the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda to amplify himself, but to amplify him, his opponent!
He had literally elevated his soul power from Level 96 to the peak and limit of a Soul Master!
Level 99!
(end of chapter)
