The Continent's Shock

The other Worships looked at Golden Crocodile Douluo, whose momentum had changed drastically, their eyes filled with envy and shock.

Even a Martial Soul as powerful as the Golden Crocodile King only ranked 16th Place. Then what rank could the Six-winged Angel Martial Soul possibly hold...?

A shadow of unease inevitably fell over their hearts.

Qian Daoliu watched the excited Golden Crocodile Douluo, but his gaze turned once more toward the Sky Screen.

He silently murmured, "16th Place... Golden Crocodile King... It seems the competition on this Ranking List is far crueler than I imagined. Xue'er..."

Across the continent, these two rankings once again caused an uproar.

"Bone Dragon! It's Bone Douluo from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect! His Martial Soul made the list too—17th Place!"

"Golden Crocodile King! The Second Worship of Spirit Hall's Worship Hall! Good heavens, his Martial Soul only ranked 16th?"

"This is insane! Completely insane! The Bone Dragon's spatial abilities and the Golden Crocodile King's absolute power are both the very pinnacle of power! How could they rank so low?"

"How monstrous must the fifteen Martial Souls ahead of them be? Could they all be God-Tier Martial Souls?"

"Clear Sky Hammer! Seven Killing Sword! Those legendary Martial Souls must be ranked near the top!"

"It seems Douluo Continent runs far deeper than we ever imagined!"

Discussions, speculation, and cries of shock rose from every corner.

Every rank revealed by the Ranking List continuously redefined people's understanding of what a "top-tier Martial Soul" could be.

Over at Shrek Academy, the atmosphere became somewhat subtle as well.

Zhao Wuji scratched his head and said in a muffled voice, "Even legendary Martial Souls like the Bone Dragon and Golden Crocodile King rank beyond the top ten... Grandmaster, Little San's Clear Sky Hammer..."

Flender also pushed up his glasses. The excitement had vanished from his small eyes, replaced by a hint of concern. "Xiaogang, this situation... seems a little off."

Yu Xiaogang's brow furrowed even deeper. He clenched his fists tightly and said in a low voice, "I know that the Martial Souls of Bone Douluo and Senior Golden Crocodile Douluo are universally acknowledged to be top-tier existences."

"Their rankings truly exceeded my expectations, but..."

He suddenly raised his head, his gaze fixed firmly on Tang San. "I have faith in the Clear Sky Hammer! It is the Number One Tool Martial Soul Under Heaven, its attack power unmatched in the world! I believe it will certainly achieve a rank worthy of its illustrious name!"

Feeling the trust and expectation in his teacher's gaze, Tang San was filled with soaring resolve. He nodded heavily. "Teacher, I won't let you down!"

Yet deep in his heart, the caution cultivated through his experiences in the Tang Sect in his previous life made him begin to ponder.

Just what other unknown, powerful forces were hidden on this continent?

Xiao Wu tightly held Tang San's hand and said softly, "Third Brother, no matter your ranking, you're still the best."

Dai Mubai, Oscar, and the others also spoke up to encourage him, but the atmosphere was no longer as relaxed and optimistic as it had been at first.

They had begun to truly realize that the Martial Soul Ranking held value far beyond their imagination.

Heaven Dou Empire.

Qian Renxue stood with her hands behind her back, gazing at the Sky Screen. A trace of sharpness flashed deep within her gentle eyes.

"Bone Dragon, 17th Place. Golden Crocodile King, 16th Place... Even the Martial Souls of these two veteran powerhouses can only be ranked here..."

The unease in her heart grew increasingly intense. Can my Angel Martial Soul truly remain securely within the top three? The Sea God Martial Soul... and those unknown ones...

She could sense that a tremendous storm destined to sweep across the entire continent was quietly brewing beneath this Sky Screen.

And in this storm, she had to secure the greatest possible benefit and initiative for Spirit Hall—and for herself.

"Pufferfish. Snake Lance."

She called softly.

"Your subordinate is here." Two figures silently appeared.

"Strengthen the surveillance of the Sky Screen. At the same time, closely monitor the movements of the Star Luo Empire and the other sects. I have a feeling that the real turbulence is about to arrive."

"Yes, Your Highness!"

After the brief uproar, all of Douluo Continent sank into an even deeper silence and anticipation.

Everyone's hearts hung in suspense, their gazes locked tightly onto the Sky Screen.

They waited for the announcement of 15th Place.

The world fell silent, as though even the wind had stopped moving.

Countless gazes were fixed firmly upon the vast Golden Sky Curtain Above the Sky, awaiting the revelation of the next ranking.

Bone Dragon, 17th Place. Golden Crocodile King, 16th Place.

These two rankings had already struck the hearts of every powerhouse like heavy hammers.

They cast an indescribable solemnness over the confidence and anticipation they had once held.

After a brief silence, the Golden Light upon the Sky Screen surged once more like boiling water.

That familiar voice of Heavenly Dao, which seemed to arise from the depths of one's soul, rang out again with solemn majesty:

[Martial Soul Ranking, 15th Place: Seven Killing Sword]

[Holder: Chen Xin (Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect)]

[Rating: Top-tier Power Attack System Tool Martial Soul. Born while bearing the Killing Aura of heaven and earth, its edge is peerless and nothing can withstand it. It is hailed as the Number One Offensive Tool Martial Soul Under Heaven. Current Development Level: 90%]

[Reward: Soul Power Level Increased by One Level, all Soul Ring Ages increased by Three Thousand Years, Innate Domain: Seven Killing Sword Domain]

"What?!"

"Seven Killing Sword?! The Number One Offensive Tool Martial Soul Under Heaven only ranked 15th Place?!"

"How is that possible?! Sword Douluo Chen Xin's Seven Killing Sword is an unparalleled edge that even Spirit Hall fears!"

The entirety of Douluo Continent instantly erupted. Cries of shock, voices of doubt, and sharp intakes of breath rose one after another.

It was even more intense and unbelievable than any of the previous rankings!

Seven Killing Sword!

That was the Seven Killing Sword!

The very synonym for attack power!

The pinnacle every Tool Martial Soul Soul Master yearned for!

Although its overall strength might not match the Clear Sky Hammer, in terms of attack power alone, it far surpassed the Clear Sky Hammer.

In the hearts of countless Soul Masters, even if the Seven Killing Sword could not rank among the top five, it should absolutely have been within the top ten.

Yet reality was... 15th Place!

This ranking was like a silent bolt of thunder.

It exploded within the minds of every Soul Master who believed they understood the structure of the continent's top powers, utterly overturning their established understanding!

Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

When the words "Seven Killing Sword, 15th Place" clearly appeared upon the Sky Screen.

The gentle smile on Ning Fengzhi's face instantly froze, revealing the extreme turmoil in his heart.

The flush that had just appeared on Bone Douluo Gu Rong's face due to his increased strength instantly faded, replaced by utter shock.

He abruptly turned his head toward his old friend beside him, filled with incomprehension.

And the person involved, Sword Douluo Chen Xin,

This peak powerhouse, who had devoted his life to the sword, been Obsessed with the sword, and regarded the Seven Killing Sword as the pride and faith of his entire life, now seemed to have turned into a stone statue.

Those eyes, usually sharp enough to pierce through the Void, were now filled with astonishment.

"Fif... fifteenth?"

Chen Xin muttered, his voice so soft it was nearly inaudible.

He had pursued the pinnacle of the Sword path throughout his life and believed that he had cultivated the Seven Killing Sword to an unprecedented realm. In terms of attack power,

he was confident that it lost to no Tool Martial Soul in the world.

Yet the Heavenly Dao Ranking List had dealt him such a heavy blow.

Even the Seven Killing Sword was only 15th Place?

Just what kind of monsters were the fourteen Martial Souls ahead of it?