Chapter 399: The Great Battle of Titled Douluos
Walking to the gates of the Priest Hall, Tang San finally came to a slow halt.
The gates were over ten zhang high, cast entirely from refined steel and carved with a lifelike relief of a Seraphim. Where the two doors met, a golden angel wing unfurled, its tip pointing toward the ground as if guarding the secrets behind the doors.
In the next second, Tang San raised his right hand. Dark Blue Silver Grass vines shot out like Martial Soul snakes, coiled around the door knockers, and then yanked violently.
"Boom—!!!"
The heavy gates were forced open with a deafening roar, and sparks flew from the hinges!
Inside the hall, it was brightly lit.
At the end of a long corridor lay a massive hall.
Six giant pillars stood on either side of the hall, their tops burning with the eternal Angelic Holy Fire. Deepest within stood a ten-zhang-tall statue of a Seraphim, and beneath the statue, a figure stood with hands behind his back.
It was none other than Qian Daoliu.
He wore a golden robe; his hair and beard were entirely white, and though his face was aged, he appeared vigorous and spirited.
Even without releasing his Martial Soul, just standing there gave one the feeling that he was integrated with the entire hall. He was everywhere, yet seemed as if he didn't exist at all.
Qian Daoliu's gaze pierced through the long corridor, landing on the black figure at the entrance.
"Trespassing into the Priest Hall and injuring the guards."
"Young man, do you know that this is a capital offense?"
Tang San did not answer. He simply walked slowly into the hall, his footsteps echoing in the empty space. Each step was steady and powerful, as if treading upon Qian Daoliu's heart. The Dark Blue Silver Grass vines trailed a long shadow behind him like a black cloak.
When he reached thirty zhang from Qian Daoliu, he stopped.
The two locked eyes.
Qian Daoliu's brow furrowed slightly.
He saw the purple-black mist on Tang San's body, the eyes corroded by evil energy, the strange red light within the nine Soul Rings, and even the faint, bizarre rune on Tang San's forehead. It was a twisted sickle pattern, within which an eerie green flame burned.
"Rakshasa God..."
Qian Daoliu's voice was low, carrying a hint of shock:
"You have accepted the Rakshasa God's Legacy?"
The corners of Tang San's mouth curled slightly, revealing a cold smile:
"Junior Tang San greets Senior. You certainly have a keen eye."
Qian Daoliu's gaze became complex.
The Rakshasa God, a first-class god of the God Realm, presided over slaughter, evil, and revenge.
Unlike the Asura God, the Rakshasa God's power was darker and more extreme. Successors were often corroded in mind by the God Position, eventually turning into madmen who knew only slaughter.
The young man before him not only possessed the Aura of the Rakshasa God, but also...
"I did not expect that after Bibi Dong's death, it would be you continuing the Rakshasa God's trials!"
Qian Daoliu's gaze fell upon the blue silver emperor vines behind Tang San, and his pupils constricted slightly.
"Surnamed Tang... you are of the Clear Sky Sect? Could you be Tang Hao's son?"
Tang San's smile deepened. "Senior truly has a Wisdom Eye. Junior is Tang San, my father is Tang Hao. My Great-Grandfather Tang Chen... I presume Senior is no stranger to him?"
Qian Daoliu's expression changed slightly.
Tang Chen, the man he had struggled against for his entire life.
Tang Chen's great-grandson was actually standing before him, and he had obtained the Rakshasa God's Legacy?
Fate was truly ironic.
Qian Daoliu suppressed the turmoil in his heart and regained his composure, saying calmly:
"Tang San, for what purpose have you come to my Priest Hall?"
Tang San did not answer directly. Instead, he raised his right hand, palm upward. A cluster of purple-black flames burned in his palm, and within the flames, one could vaguely see twisted faces wailing.
Those were the Souls he had devoured.
"Senior, Junior has come here wishing to cooperate with the Spirit Empire."
"Cooperate?" Qian Daoliu raised an eyebrow, his tone carrying a hint of amusement. "You, a single person, represent whom? The Clear Sky Sect? Or the Tang Clan?"
Tang San shook his head. "Junior represents only himself."
"Then on what basis do you offer cooperation?"
Qian Daoliu's voice was flat yet carried an unquestionable majesty. "The Spirit Empire possesses tens of thousands of Soul Masters, over a dozen Titled Douluos, and the Priest Hall is full of experts. You, a Titled Douluo who has just reached level ninety—even with the Rakshasa God Legacy—what qualifications do you have to discuss cooperation with me?"
"Senior is right; Junior's strength is not worth mentioning before the Spirit Empire. But Junior has one thing that the Spirit Empire does not. Knowledge of Tang Chuan."
Qian Daoliu's eyes flickered slightly.
"More importantly—"
Tang San emphasized his tone, "Tang Chuan and Junior share a blood feud. He killed Junior's brothers and caused the death of Junior's lover. Junior hates him to the bone, wishing to eat his flesh and sleep on his skin."
A deep-seated hatred erupted from his eyes, causing even Qian Daoliu to be slightly moved.
"Therefore, Junior wants to kill him more than anyone else." Tang San took a deep breath, suppressing his surging emotions. "And Junior is more willing than anyone else to give his all to kill him."
Qian Daoliu was silent for a moment before slowly speaking: "How do you wish to cooperate?"
Meanwhile, beneath Star Luo City, the smoke had not yet dissipated, and the blood was not yet dry.
The news of the Marshal of Star Luo's death spread through the defenders like a plague. The surviving soldiers' morale collapsed as they retreated in waves. The Spirit Empire's army had already breached the Outer City and was advancing toward the Inner City; wherever they passed, fires scorched the sky and wails filled the air.
However, at this moment of despair.
Five figures descended from the sky, blocking the path of the Spirit Empire's army.
Dugu Bo, Ning Fengzhi, Sword Douluo Chen Xin, Bone Douluo Gu Rong, and Yang Wudi.
Five Titled Douluo-level powerhouses stood in a line, their Aura as magnificent as a rainbow.
At the front of the Spirit Empire's formation, six figures stood side by side.
The leader was none other than Golden Crocodile Douluo.
He was burly with white hair and beard, his face as resolute as if carved by a knife, and nine Soul Rings circled his body.
A level ninety-eight Super Douluo with the Gold Crocodile Martial Soul, he was a figure of real power within the Spirit Empire's Priest Hall.
After Bibi Dong's death, he became the commander-in-chief of the Spirit Empire's external conquests. At this moment, he stood with hands behind his back, his gaze as cold as ice as it swept over the five people opposite him.
Behind him, five Titled Douluos were lined up on either side.
Each one emitted a suffocating pressure.
Grey Wolf Douluo, level ninety-three, Martial Soul: Azure Moon Wolf King. He was thin with a sinister face, his wolfish eyes glowing with an eerie green light; he specialized in speed and group combat.
Red Tiger Douluo, level ninety-two, Martial Soul: Scarlet Flame Tiger. He was heavily built with a full beard, surrounded by dark red flames; he was hot-tempered and known for his strength.
Mystic Crane Douluo, level ninety-two, Martial Soul: Iron Feather Mystic Crane. He was slender with white hair falling over his shoulders, a pair of grayish-white wings fanning gently behind him; he had a cold temperament and excelled in aerial combat.
Stone Turtle Douluo, level ninety-one, Martial Soul: Diamond Stone Turtle. He was short and stout with grayish-brown skin covered in cracks like a tortoise shell; his defensive power was astonishing, serving as the team's shield.
Green Python Douluo, level ninety-one, Martial Soul: Green Scale Python. He had a long, narrow face and cold eyes, with a faint greenish poison mist swirling around him; like Dugu Bo, he was a poison-type Soul Master.
Six Titled Douluos against five.
A great battle that would decide the fate of Star Luo City was about to erupt.
Golden Crocodile Douluo narrowed his eyes, his gaze sweeping over the five before finally landing on Dugu Bo.
"Dugu Bo, are you certain you want to wade into these muddy waters?"
Dugu Bo gave a cold laugh as emerald-green poison mist spread around him, transforming into the massive phantom of a Jade Phosphor Serpent: "Old man Gold Crocodile, if your Spirit Empire destroys Star Luo, Heaven Dou is next. Rather than waiting for you to come knocking, I might as well beat you back here first."
"With just you?" Golden Crocodile Douluo said with disdain.
"With us." Sword Douluo Chen Xin took a step forward, his long sword unsheathed, his Sword Intent piercing the heavens.
Ning Fengzhi stood at the rear, holding the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in his palm. The pagoda's light flowed as six buffing lights simultaneously fell upon Dugu Bo, Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Yang Wudi.
"Seven Treasures turn to Glazed Tile. First: Strength, Second: Speed, Third: Martial Soul, Fourth: Defense, Fifth: Attack, Sixth: Boost!"
All attributes increased!
A massive white bone phantom emerged behind Bone Douluo Gu Rong, the bones creaking and emitting a heart-palpitating Aura of death.
Yang Wudi shook his Soul Breaking Spear, the tip flashing with a cold light and a chilling Killing Intent.
Golden Crocodile Douluo snorted coldly and raised his right hand.
"Since you all seek death, I shall fulfill your wish."
"Attack!"
Golden Crocodile Douluo barked, his body lunging forward as he charged straight for Dugu Bo!
His speed was extreme, crossing the hundred-zhang distance in an instant. He struck with a palm, golden light shining brilliantly as a golden crocodile phantom emerged within his palm, opening its bloody maw to bite at Dugu Bo's throat!
Gold Crocodile Sky-Tearing!
Dugu Bo was prepared. The Jade Phosphor Serpent phantom coiled around him as he waved his hand, sending a emerald-green poison mist transformed into a venomous python to meet the golden crocodile!
"Boom—!!!"
The two forces collided, erupting in a deafening explosion!
Poison mist scattered and golden light shattered as both men retreated three steps!
A flash of surprise crossed Golden Crocodile Douluo's eyes:
"Dugu Bo, your poison is even stronger than the rumors suggested."
A trace of blood leaked from the corner of Dugu Bo's mouth, yet he sneered:
"Old thing, your strength isn't half bad either."
Both men struck again simultaneously!
Golden Crocodile Douluo attacked with both hands, each palm strike carrying the power to split mountains and shatter stone! Dugu Bo's movements were eerie as he wove through the palm winds, his poison mist following like a shadow, constantly eroding Golden Crocodile Douluo's protective Soul Power!
On the other side, Sword Douluo Chen Xin faced off against Grey Wolf Douluo and Red Tiger Douluo.
Silver sword beams intertwined with gray wolf claw shadows and red tiger flames, erupting in brilliant light in the sky! Grey Wolf Douluo's speed was like a ghost, launching attacks from all directions as his wolf claws tore the air! Red Tiger Douluo attacked head-on, his Scarlet Flame Tiger phantom roaring as every punch carried a scorching heat wave!
Sword Douluo fought one against two, yet he did not fall into a disadvantage at all!
"Seventh Spirit Ability—Seven Kill True Body!"
Sword Douluo shouted as he transformed into a ten-zhang-long silver giant sword, its blade flowing with holy light as it swept outward!
Grey Wolf Douluo's expression changed as he retreated violently, yet he was still struck in the left arm by the sword beam, blood splattering! Red Tiger Douluo roared, meeting the sword blade with both fists, only to be shaken back dozens of steps, his hands splitting open!
"Fine sword!" Red Tiger Douluo gritted his teeth.
Sword Douluo snorted coldly, and the silver giant sword slashed down again!
Bone Douluo Gu Rong faced off against Mystic Crane Douluo and Stone Turtle Douluo.
The white bone phantom collided violently with the mystic crane and stone turtle! Mystic Crane Douluo's wings were like blades, diving from high altitude as every attack precisely struck the Bone Douluo's skeleton! Stone Turtle Douluo's defense was amazing, tanking Bone Douluo's attacks and occasionally counter-attacking with heavy punches!
"Seventh Spirit Ability—Bone Dragon Avatar!"
Gu Rong's size surged as he transformed into a ten-zhang-tall white Bone Dragon!
The dragon bones were as hard as iron and the bone claws as sharp as knives; one swipe of a claw sent Mystic Crane Douluo flying! A breath of dragon fire erupted, forcing Stone Turtle Douluo to retreat into his shell!
But Stone Turtle Douluo's defense was simply too strong; the Bone Dragon's sharp claws actually couldn't break his shell!
"Skeleton, is this all the strength you have?"
Stone Turtle Douluo poked his head out from his shell and gave a sinister laugh, slamming a fist into the Bone Dragon's chest!
"Boom—!!!"
The Bone Dragon staggered back three steps, fine cracks appearing on the white bones of its chest!
Yang Wudi faced off against Green Python Douluo.
The Soul Breaking Spear clashed intensely with Green Python Douluo's Poison Fang Needles, spear shadows and needle shadows intertwining as sparks flew!
Green Python Douluo's movements were eerie, like a venomous snake slithering through a forest, constantly launching attacks from tricky angles! Though his poison mist was not as fierce as Dugu Bo's, it was still highly corrosive; several charred spots had already appeared on Yang Wudi's robes.
"Break!"
Yang Wudi roared as blood-red light erupted from the Soul Breaking Spear. One thrust of the spear transformed into a blood-red dragon, lunging straight for Green Python Douluo!
Green Python Douluo's expression changed as the Green Scale Python phantom coiled around him and poison mist condensed into a shield!
"Boom—!!!"
The poison shield shattered and Green Python Douluo was sent flying, blood spraying from his mouth!
"Is this all you can do?" Yang Wudi said with disdain.
Green Python Douluo crawled up from the ruins, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his eyes filled with malice.
In the center of the battlefield, Ning Fengzhi held the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, six buffing lights constantly falling upon his side's Titled Douluos. His face grew paler and paler; though the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda was powerful, providing continuous buffs to four Titled Douluos was a massive drain on him.
But he did not dare stop.
Because he knew that once the buffs were interrupted, their defensive line would immediately collapse.
The fate of Star Luo City rested upon his Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
Golden Crocodile Douluo shook off Dugu Bo with a palm strike, his gaze sweeping the battlefield, his brow furrowing slightly.
The opponent's tenacity exceeded his expectations. He had thought that with six Titled Douluos attacking, they could easily crush them, but he hadn't expected Dugu Bo and the others to actually hold firm.
He couldn't delay any longer.
"Gray Wolf, Red Tiger, come and assist me!" Golden Crocodile Douluo said solemnly, "Kill Dugu Bo first!"
Grey Wolf Douluo and Red Tiger Douluo exchanged a glance, forced back Sword Douluo simultaneously, and flashed to stand beside Golden Crocodile Douluo.
The Auras of the three Titled Douluos intertwined, pressing down on Dugu Bo like three great mountains!
Dugu Bo's expression changed, yet he did not retreat.
He knew he couldn't. Behind him was Star Luo City, the soldiers who were still resisting, and the innocent commoners.
"Old Poison, I'll help you!"
Sword Douluo Chen Xin took a step out, landing beside Dugu Bo, his long sword held across his chest, his Sword Qi piercing the heavens.
Bone Douluo Gu Rong also broke free from the entanglement of Mystic Crane Douluo and Stone Turtle Douluo, standing side by side with Dugu Bo and Sword Douluo.
Yang Wudi shook his spear tip, forcing back Green Python Douluo, and joined them as well.
Four Titled Douluos facing six.
Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda shining brilliantly. The six buffing lights lit up once more, and all attributes were boosted again!
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