Chapter 53: Chapter 53: Crushing the Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo Stunned
"Dark Demon Evil God Tiger?
"What kind of soul beast is this?"
Liu Erlong was slightly confused. She had never heard of such a soul beast.
"The Dark Demon Evil God Tiger is one of the top predators among soul beasts. A 10,000-year-old Dark Demon Evil God Tiger can challenge a 100,000-year-old soul beast…"
Yu Xiaogang shared his knowledge, marveling, "This Dark Demon Evil God Tiger must have at least 50,000 years of cultivation!"
Zhou Yi added, "Sixty-five thousand years!"
"Hiss!"
Upon hearing Yu Xiaogang's description of the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger's strength, and Zhou Yi's statement of its age, everyone was dumbfounded.
Although they knew Zhou Yi was extremely strong, far surpassing his cultivation level, they never expected him to be this terrifying.
A 65,000-year-old Dark Demon Evil God Tiger was killed!
Wasn't this the power of a Titled Douluo?
Moreover...
This Dark Demon Evil God Tiger was split in half from the center of its forehead. The wound was clean and smooth, with no other injuries anywhere else.
Clearly, it had been cleaved in two by a single strike.
This was a clear instant kill!
"Master is truly incredible!"
Yu Xiaogang marveled. As someone who knew a lot about soul beasts, he understood just how powerful and troublesome a Dark Demon Evil God Tiger could be.
He never expected Zhou Yi to cut it in half with a single strike.
How terrifying.
"With Master's current strength, I'm afraid even most Titled Douluos would be no match for him!"
Sword Douluo Chen Xin sighed deeply, but at the same time, he couldn't help but be curious about Zhou Yi's power. However, as a disciple, it was not appropriate for him to challenge Zhou Yi directly.
"I have indeed tamed several 100,000-year-old soul beasts, but I've never fought against a Titled Douluo."
Zhou Yi immediately sensed Chen Xin's thoughts and noticed the fighting spirit in his eyes. He smiled and said,
"Why don't you let me see how much you've improved lately?"
"Please, Master, instruct me!"
Chen Xin was overjoyed and full of fighting spirit.
The two moved to the practice field.
Zhou Yi stood calmly, holding the Frost-Defying Sword, his demeanor as serene as water. "You don't need to hold back; feel free to use all your soul skills!"
"Understood!"
Chen Xin cupped his hands in respect, then raised his head, his eyes now sharp.
"Master, I'm going to offend you!"
The Seven Killing Sword martial soul appeared in his palm, and nine brilliant soul rings—yellow, purple, black, black, black, black, black, black, black—rose from beneath his feet.
Yu Xiaogang, Liu Erlong, Ah Yin, Li Shishi, Li Baishi, and even Flender all gathered around, their faces filled with nervous anticipation.
The battle exploded in an instant.
Zhou Yi didn't activate his martial soul, nor did he use any soul skills.
He casually wielded the Nine Swords of Dugu.
One strike, breaking all methods.
Though the Nine Swords of Dugu, the Fourteen Deadly Swords, and the One Sword to Part the World had merged into a single technique—Heaven-Cleaving Sword—the individual sword styles Zhou Yi had learned didn't disappear.
[TL/N: Changed Heaven-Cleaving Slash to Heaven-Cleaving Sword.]
In fact, after merging them into the Heaven-Cleaving Sword technique, Zhou Yi's understanding of each sword technique grew even more profound, making their use feel more natural and effective.
The Nine Swords of Dugu were based on offense over defense.
No move was stronger than a move without form.
As Zhou Yi attacked, a terrifying sword intent and sword energy spread throughout the area. Even Chen Xin, who had reached the level of a 96th-ranked Titled Douluo, felt an immense pressure.
"How is this possible?"
Bone Douluo Gu Rong exclaimed in shock. He had accompanied Ning Fengzhi to invite Sword Douluo Chen Xin back to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect for the Titled Douluo ceremony.
After receiving Liu Erlong's approval, he and Ning Fengzhi entered, only to see Chen Xin sparring with Zhou Yi.
And...
Zhou Yi had completely suppressed Chen Xin.
"How could Zhou Yi be this strong?"
Ning Fengzhi's eyes widened in disbelief. He couldn't believe what he was seeing, especially as Zhou Yi hadn't even activated his martial soul or used the soul skills granted by his soul rings.
He had suppressed the full force of Sword Douluo?
If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes...
He wouldn't have believed it even if he was beaten to death.
"Is this the soul skill Zhou Yi created himself?"
Bone Douluo was now at a loss for words.
Although he had heard of Zhou Yi's swordsmanship theory and had even heard Sword Douluo refer to him as a "master of swordsmanship," Gu Rong didn't take it seriously.
He had thought Chen Xin was simply too obsessed with swords and that Zhou Yi had merely fooled him into believing such exaggerated praise.
But now...
His worldview had been completely shattered. He no longer had the slightest desire to challenge Zhou Yi.
Zhou Yi truly...
Was a master of swordsmanship.
Terrifying!
It should be noted that Gu Rong was only at level 95, far below Chen Xin's 96th-ranked Titled Douluo. If Zhou Yi could suppress Chen Xin, Gu Rong certainly wasn't a match for him either.
"How strong is Master really?"
Chen Xin's heart sank further as he fought on, beads of cold sweat forming on his forehead. He had used almost all his soul skills, yet Zhou Yi had easily suppressed him with the Nine Swords of Dugu.
It seemed like Zhou Yi hadn't even exerted any effort!
"Master, be careful!"
Chen Xin called out, then activated his ninth soul skill. His body and his martial soul, the Seven Killing Sword, merged into one, transforming into a giant sword that swung toward Zhou Yi.
Boom!
The terrifying momentum slammed down, and the spectators around couldn't help but step back in fear, staring at the giant sword descending from the sky.
Liu Erlong, Ah Yin, Li Shishi, Li Baishi, and the others clenched their fists, nervous for Zhou Yi. Although they knew Zhou Yi would be fine, they couldn't help but feel concerned.
This strike was too frightening!
The ninth soul skill was considered one of the strongest moves of a Titled Douluo.
But in the face of this strike...
Zhou Yi didn't use his sword.
He looked up, watching the descending figure. With two slender, powerful fingers, he lightly pinched the gigantic sword that even Titled Douluos would fear, stopping it mid-air!
Silence!
A silence so deep it was almost suffocating.
Gu Rong, Ning Fengzhi, Yu Xiaogang, Liu Erlong, Ah Yin, Li Shishi, Li Baishi, and the others stood frozen in place, completely petrified.
Their wide eyes were filled with an overwhelming sense of shock, terror, and disbelief!
Clang!
Zhou Yi casually pulled and flicked his fingers. The massive sword flew backward, sending Chen Xin tumbling to the ground, sliding several steps backward!
"How is this possible?"
Chen Xin's eyes were filled with horror, and his mind was replaying the scene of Zhou Yi's two fingers, a move never seen before, that had stopped the giant sword.
It was too terrifying.
Too unbelievable.
Invincible.
"The Nine Swords of Dugu have improved a bit, but there's still room for growth!"
Zhou Yi spoke indifferently, his face not showing the slightest pride or excitement from crushing Chen Xin. It was as though he had simply done something ordinary.
"Yes, thank you, Master, for the guidance!"
Chen Xin suddenly came to his senses, bowing deeply in respect.
In that moment, he finally understood why Zhou Yi could kill the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger with a single strike.
It wasn't that the soul beast was too weak.
It was that Zhou Yi was just that powerful.
And Zhou Yi hadn't even used the same strike that had killed the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger. He felt that strike might have been capable of killing him as well.
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Ning Fengzhi, smiling, clapped vigorously and praised,
"Mr. Zhou, your swordsmanship today has truly opened my eyes, and I will never forget it for the rest of my life!"
"You flatter me, Young Sect Master."
Zhou Yi looked at Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong. He had already noticed their arrival.
Moreover, Liu Erlong had allowed them to enter, also at Zhou Yi's suggestion.
Ning Fengzhi had told Zhou Yi the reason for their visit.
Now,
He could see that Ning Fengzhi's gaze toward him held a hint of admiration and awe.
On the continent of Douluo, strength commanded respect.
Titled Douluos were even addressed as "Your Majesty" by low-level soul masters.
Although Zhou Yi hadn't reached the level of a Titled Douluo, there was no doubt about his strength.
Zhou Yi had completely risen to prominence.
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