The Research Institute Is Founded, Qian and Tang Are Defeated (5k Support

After Bi Ji and Scarlet King left, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan did not relax in the slightest. Once the agreement was made, they immediately began to implement it.

Yu Yuanchen personally led the sect's elite forces to find a secluded valley eighty miles west of Dragon City. This valley was easy to defend and difficult to attack, and its Heaven and Earth Origin Qi was abundant. It was far from the official road and rarely visited by people, making it an ideal place to establish a secret Research Institute.

With the sect's resources fully mobilized, various building materials and supplies were continuously transported into the valley. Yu Yuanchen even personally took action, using his understanding of the Thunder Law and combining them with the sect's inherited restriction techniques to set up some concealment, defense, and early warning restrictions around the valley's perimeter, taking advantage of the terrain.

Once fully activated, these restrictions are enough to block the Spiritual Power probing of Titled Douluo- level expert, and can even withstand the combined attack of several ordinary Soul Douluo for a short period of time, making them virtually impregnable.

At the same time, Ye Zhilan also began to assemble her research team. The selection of personnel was extremely strict. The primary condition was loyalty and reliability, and the second requirement was special talent in Martial Soul Theory, pharmacology, or communication with plants and animals.

Ultimately, a capable team consisting of more than ten Core Disciple and several Elder of the Ye Family who were proficient in medical theory and the properties of medicinal herbs was initially formed.

Half a month later, the valley had been completely transformed. Several ancient and grand stone buildings rose from the ground, the largest of which was the main building of the Research Institute, which contained Library Pavilion, laboratories, contract meditation rooms, and Soul Beast breeding area, among other facilities. All around the valley, restrictions appeared and disappeared, lightning flowed, and a solemn and murderous aura was contained.

On this day, the people from the Myriad Beast Sect arrived as scheduled. It was Bi Ji and the Scarlet King who came, along with more than ten "disciples" whose auras were deep and their forms varied, but who all concealed their Soul Beast auras with special methods. Accompanying them were several specially made huge beast cages, which contained the ten Plant System and Beast-Type Soul Beast under the age of one thousand years and with relatively gentle temperaments as agreed in the agreement.

After the transaction was completed, Bi Ji solemnly handed over the copies of the books she had brought to Ye Zhilan. The first two books, <Soul Beast Bloodline Catalogue) > and <Introduction to Spirit Plant Empathy>, had ancient covers, were made of special materials, and felt cool to the touch, making them clearly extraordinary.

"Miss Ye, now that the Research Institute is completed, the cooperation can officially begin," Bi Ji said with a gentle smile. "According to the agreement, our sect will send a researcher to be stationed here to assist in the research. The one we are sending this time is our sect's young master, ' Gu Yue,' whom Miss Ye should remember."

As soon as she finished speaking, a familiar figure stepped out from behind Bi Ji. With silver hair and purple eyes, she possessed a cool and aloof air—it was Gu Yuena. At this moment, her aura was even more perfectly concealed, making her appear like a young Soul Master with exceptional talent but Cultivation Level limited cultivation. She nodded slightly to Ye Zhilan: "Miss Ye, please guide me in the future."

When Ye Zhilan saw Gu Yuena, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, which quickly turned into a smile, "So it's Miss Gu Yue, a very warm welcome! With your help, the research will surely be much more efficient." She had a good impression of this "peer" who had a keen eye and exceptional knowledge.

Yu Yuanchen stood aside, his gaze calmly sweeping over Gu Yuena, understanding dawning on him. The Silver Dragon King's personal presence meant that the "Beast Taming Research Institute" held a greater weight in his heart than he had imagined.

He secretly transmitted his voice to his grandfather Yu Boxuan and Ye Zhilan, reiterating the confidentiality regulations, especially instructing them that the matter of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well and the Immortal Herb must never be mentioned within the Research Institute.

Yu Yuanchen wasn't worried that the other party coveted the immortal Immortal Herb — the Silver Dragon King, who possessed the entire Star Dou Great Forest, wouldn't lack a few Immortal Herb. What he was truly wary of was that the other party might associate the Immortal Herb with the remains of the Ice Fire Dragon King. Yu Boxuan and the others naturally understood the gravity of the situation and solemnly agreed.

The daily work of the Research Institute thus began. As the person in charge, Ye Zhilan spent most of her time at the Research Institute.

She devoured the books brought by Bi Ji, and the secrets about the potential of Soul Beast, their evolutionary paths, and ancient bloodlines opened a whole new door for her. Many mysteries about Star Eater that she had never been able to understand before were vaguely confirmed or inspired by these books.

Simultaneously, attempts to form contracts with living Soul Beast were also underway. Under the guidance of Gu Yuena and Bi Ji, the research team selected several disciples with pure hearts and outstanding Spiritual Power to attempt to establish initial contact with those docile Soul Beast.

The process was not smooth sailing; failures far outnumbered successes, but every small step forward thrilled Ye Zhilan.

Yu Yuanchen did not participate much in the specific research. Human energy is limited. His path lies in self-transcendence and the ultimate mastery of the Thunder Law. Although the "Way of Beast Taming" has broad prospects, it is not his path.

He only occasionally visited Ye Zhilan at the Research Institute to hear progress reports and, based on the concept of "Beast Taming" novels from his past life, proposed some directional and imaginative ideas, such as "Bloodline Resonance Contract," "Soul Power Synchronization Secret Method," and "Companion Growth Model." These ideas always made Ye Zhilan and Gu Yuena ponder deeply, sometimes finding them absurd, and sometimes suddenly enlightening, providing them with a lot of inspiration.

What truly propelled the Research Institute forward at an astonishing pace was the collaboration between Ye Zhilan and Gu Yuena.

Ye Zhilan is exceptionally gifted, possessing an extraordinary affinity and understanding of Life energy and Plant Spirit Beast. She also combines the rigor of the Ye Family's Medical Skill with the broad perspective brought by Yu Yuanchen. Gu Yuena, as the Silver Dragon King, possesses the vast knowledge inherited from the Dragon God, and has unparalleled insight into the nature of Soul Beast, energy circulation, and even fragmented memories of ancient contracts.

Whenever Ye Zhilan puts forward an idea or encounters a problem, Gu Yuena only needs a few words to get straight to the point, point out the key fallacy, or provide an unbelievable solution. Ye Zhilan can always understand quickly and draw inferences from one instance to another, raising deeper questions.

"Zhilan, don't you think there's a fixed phase difference between the mental fluctuation frequency of this ' Entangling Vine ' and its Life Force tide? Perhaps the stability of the contract doesn't lie in forced synchronization, but in grasping this difference and guiding resonance?" Gu Yuena pointed to the observation data, her purple eyes gleaming with wisdom.

Ye Zhilan observed intently, and after a moment her beautiful eyes lit up. "That's right! This phase difference is like the 'breathing rhythm' of Soul Beast. Forcing synchronization will only cause repulsion! We should try to Simulation this rhythm with Soul Power to achieve 'resonance' rather than 'suppression'! Gu Yue, you're amazing!"

Bi Ji and the other researchers could only stare in disbelief as the two talked back and forth, their thoughts sparking brilliant ideas. The topics of their discussion were far beyond their comprehension, and they could only bury themselves in taking notes.

Bi Ji's eyes were filled with satisfaction and amazement. Her master was indeed her master, and Ye Zhilan was a woman of extraordinary talent. The two of them worked together so well.

In this incredibly efficient exchange, the research on Beast Taming is progressing at an astonishing speed. A preliminary framework for the "Soul Power Resonance Contract" has been established. Although it is still far from the deep symbiosis between Ye Zhilan and Star Eater, it has already enabled Soul Master to establish a preliminary and stable mental connection and Soul Power channel with specific Soul Beast, achieving simple command transmission and weak energy complementarity.

This is a groundbreaking breakthrough!

Spending so much time together has subtly changed the relationship between Ye Zhilan and Gu Yuena. Although Gu Yuena is simple-minded, she is inherently proud and initially only regarded Ye Zhilan as an important "research partner" and "object of observation".

However, Ye Zhilan Goodness, and treats people sincerely. She never laughs at Gu Yuena for her occasional "naivety" or "shocking remarks". Instead, she patiently explains and takes good care of her in life.

Over time, when Gu Yuena faced Ye Zhilan, the cold shell of the Silver Dragon King gradually melted away, and she would occasionally reveal some of the girlish, slightly clumsy true nature. She would even unconsciously show a hint of her proud and arrogant nature when the discussion got heated.

"Hmph, this information is obviously wrong, they must have made a mistake in recording it! I... I wouldn't be wrong!" Gu Yuena pointed at a record and pouted slightly.

Seeing this, Ye Zhilan didn't argue, but simply smiled and went to check the documents herself. She indeed found it was a mistake by her disciple. She handed the corrected documents to Gu Yuena and said with a smile, "Gu Yue, you are so meticulous."

Gu Yuena slightly raised her chin, a hint of smugness flashing in her purple eyes, before quickly regaining her cool demeanor, though her ears had quietly turned a little red.

Ye Zhilan observed all of this and felt that although this "Gu Yue girl" had a mysterious identity and was occasionally a little temperamental, she was pure in nature, knowledgeable, and a friend worth getting to know better. Over time, the two of them developed a subtle intimacy, like best friends.

Just as the Research Institute's work was getting on track and Ye Zhilan and Gu Yuena's relationship was becoming increasingly harmonious, Dragon City welcomed two uninvited guests.

Let's go back a few days.

Deep within the Hall of Hall of Elders of the Spirit Hall.

Qian Daoliu sat cross-legged, his body enveloped in holy golden light. His Six-winged Angel Martial Soul was fully manifested behind him, radiating a rich holy aura, and the angel mark between his brows shone brightly. After years of arduous cultivation, coupled with the insights gained from his battle with Yu Yuanchen, he finally succeeded in condensing the unique "Angel Soul Core," officially stepping into the realm of a Level 92 Titled Douluo, with the title "Angel"!

After achieving his title, he ventured deep into the Star Dou Great Forest and, with his formidable strength, successfully hunted down a 100,000-year-old "Sacred Sword-Winged Tiger," obtaining its Soul Ring. His Six-winged Angel Martial Soul was fully unleashed, and his Divinity became increasingly apparent. If Yu Yuanchen were to see this, he would have no doubt that with such a foundation, if Qian Daoliu were to undergo the Divine Examination, he would undoubtedly pass the Nine Angel Trials.

Moreover, perhaps inspired by Tang Chen's study of hammer techniques, Qian Daoliu also began to refine his swordsmanship. He was already exceptionally talented and had a solid foundation in swordsmanship, and he even successfully comprehended "Sword Intent"!

Under the guidance of his father, Qian Chongxiao (the former Angel Douluo), he combined his pure Angel Soul Power with Sword Intent, using the "Sacred Sword" as a vessel to create a set of unparalleled sword techniques called "Sky Dome Sacred Sword," whose sword energy was dazzling, like divine punishment.

At the same time, he has further refined many secret techniques inherited from the Angel Lineage, such as "Sacred Fusion Technique," "Accumulate Power," and "Divine Barrier," resulting in a surge in combat power. Now, he is confident that he can rival an ordinary level 95 Super Douluo.

Clear Sky Sect, the forbidden area in the back mountain.

Tang Chen was shirtless, his bronze muscles bulging, and the dark Clear Sky Hammer in his hand seemed to be one with him. He had also successfully condensed his Soul Core, advanced to Level 92, and been given the title "Clear Sky"! His Ninth Soul Ring came from a 100,000-year-old "Earth Demon Rhinoceros", and its power was domineering and unparalleled.

However, Tang Chen's greatest achievement was not the improvement of his Soul Power, but his revolutionary innovation of the Clear Sky Hammer Technique! He refined the complex Clear Sky Hammer Technique passed down through generations of the Clear Sky Sect, combined it with his own lifelong learning and Force Application Technique, and finally created the nine simple yet powerful hammer techniques that are easy to learn but difficult to master - the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes!

These are: the Empty Character Art, the Seal Character Art, the Pierce Character Art, the Penetrate Character Art, the Entwine Character Art, the Shock Character Art, the Break Character Art, the Stop Character Art, and the Collapse Character Art.

The power of the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes is in no way inferior to the original complex Clear Sky Hammer Technique, but the threshold for cultivation has been greatly lowered, allowing more disciples in the sect whose talent is not exceptional to have the potential to master powerful combat abilities, which is of great significance to the improvement of the sect's overall strength!

In addition, Tang Chen has also created a preliminary prototype of the "Great Sumeru Hammer"! Although it is far from perfect, the power dissipates severely after the Explode Ring, and only 50% or 60% of the power can be exerted. Moreover, it puts a great strain on the body. However, the concept of this style is already amazing!

With this skill and the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes, his hammer technique has reached its peak, and he has officially entered the realm of "Hammer Soul"! Now, if all eight rings explode at the same time, the power of his ultimate hammer strike is enough to shake mountains!

With Cultivation Level cultivation greatly improved and their ultimate skills initially mastered, Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen's confidence soared. They both thought of the blue-haired youth who had left a deep impression on them and even caused them some "psychological trauma"—Yu Yuanchen.

Almost simultaneously, two newly promoted Titled Douluo arrived in Dragon City, specifically requesting to spar with Yu Yuanchen!

The result nearly caused their Daoist resolve to collapse.

The first match is against Qian Daoliu.

Qian Daoliu unfurled his six wings, the Angel Sacred Sword shone with golden light, its Sword Intent soaring to the heavens, and a sacred aura covering the sky. "Sky Dome Sacred Sword - Judgment!" He unleashed a sword strike, the sword light cascading like a celestial river, containing the will of Purification and judgment, its power surpassing the full-force attack of an ordinary Super Douluo.

Yu Yuanchen remained calm, without even using his Martial Soul Avatar. He simply formed his fingers into a claw and unleashed Thunder Dragon Shatters Void that incorporated the erosive properties of Yin Five Thunders. It struck first despite being delayed, directly clashing with the sword light.

"Sizzle!"

The holy sword light did not gain the upper hand; instead, it was torn apart, eroded, and dissolved by the cold and unpredictable lightning claws! Qian Daoliu groaned, his sword and he were forced back more than ten steps, his sword-wielding arm slightly numb, his eyes filled with disbelief. His holy attribute could not gain the slightest advantage in the face of the opponent's lightning!

"Your technique is good, and your inherent strength is also very strong, but your power release is somewhat lacking, and it's a bit too flashy," Yu Yuanchen commented calmly.

Qian Daoliu gritted his teeth and used the Angelic Sacred Fusion Technique, causing his aura to surge once again and his swordsmanship to become even more ferocious. However, he was still unable to break through Yu Yuanchen's seemingly casual yet profoundly principled lightning defense.

Finally, Yu Yuanchen unleashed his Yang Five Thunders "Holy Dragon Town Prison Tribulation," a majestic pillar of thunder that, like the Heavenly Might, pressed Qian Daoliu Liulian and his sword into the ground. Although he was not injured, he was in a sorry state and his Soul Power was greatly depleted.

"Monster..." Qian Daoliu climbed out of the pit, looked at Yu Yuanchen whose breathing was as steady as ever, and couldn't help but curse under his breath. He was convinced but also unwilling, and turned to leave.

The second match is against Tang Chen.

Without a word, Tang Chen immediately unleashed the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes. "Break Character Art - Collapse Heaven!" he roared, and the Clear Sky Hammer, carrying unparalleled power, crashed towards Yu Yuanchen like a meteor falling to earth. The Hammer Intent locked on, and even space seemed to freeze.

Yu Yuanchen still didn't use his Martial Soul Avatar; instead, a flash of lightning surrounded him as he met the attack with a punch, his fist intertwined with Yang Thunder. "Yin Yang Thunder Collapse!"

"Boom--!!!"

The fist and hammer collided, unleashing a deafening roar! The violent shockwave scraped three feet off the ground of the Martial Arts Arena! Tang Chen felt a terrifying force, combining strength and gentleness, yin and Yin-Yang, pass through the hammer, which deflected, dispersed, and even rebounded the force of his extremely powerful strike! He staggered back seven steps, his tiger's mouth Rupture open, and his Blood Essence churned.

"What bizarre lightning techniques!" Tang Chen's fighting spirit intensified, and he unleashed the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes one after another, sometimes entangling, sometimes shaking, sometimes penetrating, sometimes piercing, his hammer techniques were unpredictable and his power was unparalleled. Yu Yuanchen countered each move, sometimes using extreme yang to break evil, sometimes using extreme yin to erode essence, fully demonstrating the fierceness and unpredictability of lightning, and always maintaining a firm advantage over Tang Chen.

Unable to gain the upper hand after a prolonged battle, Tang Chen gritted his teeth, a glint of madness flashing in his eyes. "Yu Yuanchen, take my final blow! The Great Sumeru Hammer!"

In an instant, all eight of his Soul Ring lit up simultaneously, then exploded with a deafening roar! An unimaginable surge of Soul Power poured into the Clear Sky Hammer, causing it to expand instantly and emanate a Destruction aura! This strike had reached the peak power of level ninety-five!

"Well done!" A hint of seriousness finally flashed in Yu Yuanchen's eyes, and he shouted in a low voice, "Seventh Soul Skill, Thunder Sacred Dragon True Body!"

Purple-Gold dragon scales instantly covered his entire body. He transformed his fist into a claw, and on the Dragon Claw, the Yin-Yang dual lightning was compressed to the extreme, transforming into Purple-Gold sphere the size of a fist, inside which seemed to Thunder Dragon Roar —the "Two Forms Thunder Pearl"!

"Go!"

The Thunder Bead and the Giant Hammer collide once again!

"Thump--!!!"

This time, the sound was much lower, but the terrifying shockwave caused the entire Martial Arts Arena's defensive shield to fluctuate violently, almost collapsing! The Holy Dragon that Yu Yuanchen had transformed into trembled slightly, slid back three steps, the lightning beads on its Dragon Claw dissipated, and its Blood Essence fluctuated slightly, but it instantly calmed down.

Tang Chen, on the other hand, was Primordial Era flying backwards, hammer and all, crashing heavily into the protective shield. He coughed up a mouthful of blood, his aura instantly weakening as the backlash from the Explode Ring began to manifest.

Yu Yuanchen deactivated his Martial Soul Avatar, looked at Tang Chen who was barely standing and pale-faced, and said calmly, "The concept is good, but the control of power is too rough, and the backlash is too severe. It still needs polishing."

Tang Chen wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, looked at Yu Yuanchen whose aura was still unfathomable, and said with a wry smile, "Damn it... how exactly did you cultivate?" He was confident that his hammer, which gathered the power of eight rings, was enough to severely injure or even kill a level 95 Super Douluo, but it only made Yu Yuanchen take three steps back and his Blood Essence sway slightly? The difference was so great that he felt somewhat powerless.

The two sparring matches ended without any suspense. Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen, these two peerless geniuses destined to be famous throughout the continent, still paled in comparison to Yu Yuanchen. Their breakthroughs and progress were indeed astonishing, but Yu Yuanchen's improvement was even more beyond imagination.