Chapter 139: Grueling Training
After the enormous spotted tiger walked out of its cage, it immediately became incredibly ferocious. No wonder it was a thousand-year-old soul beast.
At this moment, Yang Xiong was far more nervous than before. Although he hadn't used his soul skills much in the past, now, with his soul power completely suppressed, his self-created soul skills were useless, leaving him almost like an ordinary person.
With the physical quality of a Soul Master, without any soul power, defeating the spotted tiger was practically impossible.
But seeing the tiger charge straight at him, especially those massive tiger claws that seemed to rip through the air, Yang Xiong understood his predicament. His heart became resolute, and he charged straight at the spotted tiger.
Just as the two were about to collide, Yang Xiong twisted his body at the last moment, narrowly avoiding the tiger's attack. He then threw a powerful punch, landing it squarely on the tiger's arm.
But with his current physical condition, lacking soul power, it was impossible to cause serious harm to the spotted tiger.
The tiger roared angrily, opening its massive jaws and lunging directly at Yang Xiong's neck.
Yang Xiong was startled and immediately reached out with both hands, like claws, aiming for the tiger's neck.
But the tiger's speed was incredible, and its strength far exceeded what Yang Xiong could currently match.
In just a few minutes, Yang Xiong had already endured several attacks from the tiger's massive paws, and his body was covered in deep gashes.
But at that moment, Yang Xiong became just as ferocious, disregarding his wounds, fighting the tiger like a gladiator.
After over an hour of intense battle, Yang Xiong finally brought the tiger down. However, he was in a miserable state himself.
His clothes were in tatters, his body looking like that of a beggar. Blood streamed from his mouth, and his body was covered in countless claw marks. Many of his bones had been broken.
The fight with the spotted tiger had been incredibly brutal. Yang Xiong had never sustained such heavy injuries in his entire life.
The spotted tiger was even worse off, having taken countless blows from Yang Xiong. Many parts of its body had been scratched by his claws, and there was even a terrifying bite mark on its neck.
Yes, a bite mark. At the critical moment, in order to survive, Yang Xiong used every method he could, even using his teeth.
In the final moment of the battle, man and beast had fought fiercely. Yang Xiong, using all his strength, bit through the tiger's throat, achieving victory.
Only then did Sword Douluo approach and slap Yang Xiong twice. Immediately, the suppressed soul power and martial soul were restored.
Once his martial soul and soul power were activated, Yang Xiong's body began recovering at an astonishing speed. Even the previously inflicted wounds began to heal rapidly.
Sword Douluo spoke, "Your body is quite something. It's probably far beyond the physical body of a typical Soul King-level Soul Master. Although you defeated the spotted tiger, you still didn't look much like a true Soul Master. You could say your body is tougher than the tiger's, and your reflexes are superior as well."
Yang Xiong slightly bowed, "Please, Teacher, guide me."
Sword Douluo asked, "Do you know what allowed you to defeat the spotted tiger just now?"
Yang Xiong thought for a moment and replied, "Teacher, perhaps it was my stronger will to survive, and my fighting skills were much better than the tiger's."
Sword Douluo nodded, "That's true. I didn't have you fight the tiger to test your combat abilities. I wanted you to understand why you're fighting, or perhaps to experience the most primal form of battle."
As Yang Xiong pondered, Sword Douluo suddenly released an overwhelming killing intent. Yang Xiong felt as though he was submerged in a deep abyss, and even his soul seemed to tremble.
At that moment, Sword Douluo no longer seemed like a person but like a sword drawn from its sheath, capable of slaying anyone with sheer might.
Yang Xiong, feeling the intense pressure from Sword Douluo's presence, collapsed to the ground, gasping for breath. He was drenched in sweat, feeling as if he had just emerged from a pool of water.
Sword Douluo continued, "To truly become stronger, you need to understand the gap between you and your enemies. You need to fight with the purest, most instinctual will to survive. Only then can you begin to cultivate killing intent."
"I won't teach you any combat techniques from here on. Based on your previous battle, it seems that you don't lack fighting techniques. What you truly lack is that relentless drive to risk everything against your enemies."
"From now on, you will fight soul beasts every day. Today, it was just a regular spotted tiger. Tomorrow, you might face multiple thousand-year soul beasts, or even elite and ten-thousand-year soul beasts."
"As my disciple, I hope you can control yourself and fight to survive. If you fall so easily, then I'll just forget I ever had a disciple like you."
Yang Xiong couldn't help but swallow nervously. It seemed that every Title Douluo had their unique way of handling things, and Sword Douluo, known as the number one attacking Douluo in the world, had reached the peak of Title Douluo from all aspects.
Yang Xiong quickly spoke, "Thank you, Teacher. I will work hard to train."
Sword Douluo nodded, "Your talent in all aspects is quite good. But you need to understand, anyone who breaks through to Title Douluo is highly gifted and unique. They never simply train in an ordinary manner, so your journey will be long."
Yang Xiong immediately responded, "Thank you for your guidance, Teacher."
Sword Douluo then leisurely left.
Over the following days, Sword Douluo arranged for daily battles with various soul beasts, mostly under the condition that Yang Xiong's soul power was suppressed. Every time, Yang Xiong's training was life-threatening, and on several occasions, he nearly lost his life.
However, through continuous combat with soul beasts, Yang Xiong began to understand the purpose of Sword Douluo's training. Only by fighting in the most primal way, relying on his will to survive, would he be able to overcome his enemies. He had to stop calculating and instead fight with his body's strength to survive.
This training method was somewhat similar to the legendary Slaughter City, with its unique similarities.
After more than ten days, the three single-attribute families finally moved to Yunwu Mountain from the Star Luo Empire.
The three families had nearly a thousand soul masters, along with a significant number of non-soul master dependents, as not everyone could awaken a martial soul.
Ning Fengzhi had already made preparations. Yunwu Mountain was equipped with various buildings and cultivation tools, enough to accommodate and sustain thousands of people. Many of the necessary facilities had been constructed overnight.
Under the guidance of Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo, Yang Xiong and the others met with Yang Wudi, Niu Gao, and Bai He. It was clear that Ning Fengzhi attached great importance to the three families, confirming the specific details of their cooperation on the spot, even assigning key family members to follow up and ensure that the families were satisfied.
Once all the discussions were completed, the only people remaining were Yang Xiong, Lin Gong, Yang Wudi, Niu Gao, and Bai He—this was the foundation of Yang Xiong's planned Body Sect.
It seemed that the three were quite satisfied with Yang Xiong's arrangements. At least for now, all the family members had a proper place.
Yang Wudi spoke with some confusion, "Sect Master, according to the plan, we will stay near Yunwu Mountain and Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect for the next period, but is there no other arrangement?"
Yang Xiong appeared particularly serious. "Elders, I've already discussed with Sect Master Ning. In the coming years, we must all remain low-key. Whether it's the soul masters or yourselves, everyone must focus on cultivation and strive to become stronger."
"My estimate is that in five to ten years, there will be significant changes in the world, and that will be when our Body Sect makes its debut."
"We've set up the necessary cultivation facilities here in Yunwu Mountain, and Lin Gong will also stay here to primarily teach some cultivation techniques."
The cultivation methods Yang Xiong referred to were mainly focused on body tempering, including training on wooden dummies, weighted training, and other methods. While these may seem simple, they were quite effective.
Additionally, according to Yang Xiong's plans, a complete cultivation system would gradually be established in Yunwu Mountain, mostly designed based on martial arts worlds, which would be highly beneficial for the three families.
Yang Xiong didn't hesitate and handed two jade boxes to Niu Gao and Bai He.
He gave Niu Gao a millennium Earth Reishi, a top-tier herb, although not a celestial herb, it was exceedingly rare and suitable for Niu Gao, whose defense and physical qualities were exceptional.
For Bai He, he gave a millennium Heavenly Immortal Herb, a top-tier medicinal material that aligned with Bai He's attributes.
Both Niu Gao and Bai He were extremely pleased with the herbs and expressed their deep gratitude to Yang Xiong for his generosity.
However, Yang Xiong remained extremely serious. "Elders, whether it's cultivation resources or these herbs, they are privileges for you as the elders of the Body Sect. I hope you remember the promises you made to me."
"Your joining the Body Sect is a great honor for our sect, and I hope you treat it like your own family. But traitors will die. Please do not disappoint me."
At this stage, the sect had already been established, and they had all come to the Heaven Dou Empire. There would be no more comings and goings. Anyone who wished to act as a betrayer would not only lose these herbs but much more.
Yang Wudi, Niu Gao, and Bai He all stood up and bowed deeply, "Sect Master, we will never disappoint you. No matter what, we will not betray the Body Sect or its master."
Yang Xiong nodded with satisfaction. "Thank you, Elders, for your support. I hope you remember these words."
"Of course, you should remember that Yunwu Mountain is the first step in the rise of our Body Sect. In the future, the Body Sect will make the entire world tremble."
Upon hearing these words, everyone felt deeply moved. As soul masters, who wouldn't want to stand at the pinnacle of the soul master world?
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