Chapter 7: The Young Show No Respect for Their Elders
Upon realizing his mindset was unstable, Ye Cheng immediately suppressed his anger, forcing himself to calm his turbulent soul power.
As his soul power stabilized, the oppressive atmosphere around them slowly dissipated.
Hoo…
Across from him, Sword Douluo couldn't help but let out a silent sigh of relief.
Just moments ago, the mere leakage of Ye Cheng's aura had made him feel like he was suffocating as if an ant were facing a colossal beast.
Had it lasted even a little longer, he might have lost the will to even draw his sword.
Only by truly facing an Ultimate Douluo did he finally understand the immense pressure his father once endured.
"A mere three rank difference… yet the gap is an abyss!"
Sword Douluo sighed inwardly.
At the same time, he realized he had been too presumptuous earlier.
The young man standing before him was not some junior from the sect whom he could casually reprimand.
This was a true powerhouse, one who had climbed from weakness to dominance through blood and battle!
He had relied on no one.
He needed no one.
He had walked this path alone.
His determination and will were unshakable!
And yet, Sword Douluo had foolishly acted superior, lecturing him as if he were just another disciple.
"I may have made a grave mistake today."
In this world of survival of the fittest, offending a powerhouse was not a trivial matter.
...
Ye Cheng stared at Sword Douluo in silence.
He said nothing, yet his presence alone was overwhelming.
But a strong man does not back down.
Though Sword Douluo knew he wasn't Ye Cheng's match, he still refused to lower his head.
He remained calm, standing firm though deep down, he was uneasy.
"Good. Very good."
Ye Cheng suddenly nodded and praised, "I've long heard of Sword Dao Chen Xin a master swordsman whose Seven Kill Sword shakes the soul master world. I, too, have some knowledge of the sword and have always wished to experience your skill firsthand. Now that we have met, I wonder… would you grant me the honor of a spar?"
A spar?
Sword Douluo instantly understood
Though Ye Cheng's words were polite, his intent was not.
This was a blatant challenge!
The difference between Rank 96 and Rank 99 was vast.
Let alone the fact that Ye Cheng had a second Martial Soul!
Even with all his pride, Sword Douluo knew he couldn't win.
This was going to be humiliating.
He sighed inwardly but maintained his composure, replying, "I wouldn't dare call it 'guidance'… but since you are eager, we may exchange a few moves nothing more."
By leaving his words open ended, he gave himself a way out.
As he spoke, a sharp light flashed in his eyes.
Then
Before him, a long sword materialized!
Its entire blade was translucent blue, as if carved from crystal.
But its most distinctive feature was the nine soul rings embedded within it
Yellow, Yellow, Purple, Purple, Black, Black, Black, Black, Black.
Seeing this, Ye Cheng nodded slightly.
To refine one's soul rings into the very essence of one's Martial Soul was no easy feat.
Sword Douluo was indeed deserving of his reputation.
Sword Douluo raised his sword, no longer looking at Ye Cheng.
Instead, he focused entirely on his blade and calmly declared:
"Rank 96 Titled Douluo. Martial Soul: Seven Kill Sword!"
The Seven Kill Sword was one of the most fearsome Martial Souls on the Douluo Continent.
If the Clear Sky Hammer was known for its sheer power, then the Seven Kill Sword was feared for its absolute sharpness.
Unlike the Clear Sky Hammer, however, the Seven Kill Sword had only ever belonged to one person Sword Douluo Chen Xin.
Thus, it was not as famous.
But in terms of quality, the Seven Kill Sword was on par with the Clear Sky Hammer!
The moment Sword Douluo gripped his sword, his aura transformed
His previously calm and refined presence became piercingly sharp, exuding an intimidating killing intent.
Ye Cheng watched and smirked.
"This old man really knows how to put on a show."
Then he said, "Interesting… However, the difference in soul power between us is too great. If I rely on soul power alone, this wouldn't be fair. So "
As he spoke, he raised his left hand.
A radiant, multicolored light emerged
A small pagoda materialized in the air
Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda!
This breathtaking nine tiered tower, resembling a masterful work of art, floated beside Ye Cheng.
Each tier of the pagoda was surrounded by a single glowing ring.
Nine bloody red rings.
Nine hundred thousand year soul rings!
In an instant, a monumental pressure spread silently across the landscape!
This was the presence of absolute power!
Even though Sword Douluo had already seen this in the video, seeing it in person was an entirely different experience.
"Nine… nine hundred thousand year soul rings…"
Even without moving, Ye Cheng's mere presence weighed down upon him like a mountain.
Sword Douluo could even feel his Seven Kill Sword trembling as if intimidated!
"But… but this is just a support type Martial Soul!!!"
Sword Douluo wanted to scream.
The Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda was not even an attack type Martial Soul!
Yet, just by revealing it, he had completely suppressed the edge of the Seven Kill Sword.
This was utterly unbelievable!
Even if Ye Cheng had used his Flying Rainbow Sword, Sword Douluo wouldn't have reacted this badly.
"This is why you don't compare yourself to someone with cheats… you'll only make yourself suffer."
...
Ye Cheng looked at Sword Douluo, whose momentum had completely collapsed, and shook his head.
Then
He activated his third soul skill.
"Nine Treasures Shine Bright Third Skill: Soul!"
At that moment, the third soul ring of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda shone brilliantly!
Sword Douluo immediately had a bad feeling.
"This kid… he's not playing fair!"
"He already has higher soul power, and now he's using a support type soul skill on himself?!"
But then
A brilliant glow enveloped Sword Douluo instead.
In the next instant
He felt his soul power explode upward!
Rank 96...
Rank 97...
It didn't stop
Rank 98...
Until finally
Rank 99!!!
BOOM!
His soul power surged, flooding through his body like an unstoppable tidal wave.
Sword Douluo's mind reeled
He had never experienced such overwhelming power before.
And then, he realized
Ye Cheng hadn't used his boost on himself.
Instead, he had used it on him forcing him up to the pinnacle of the soul master world!
Rank 99 Ultimate Douluo!
(End of Chapter)
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