Fortuitous Encounter, An Epiphany!

At the sight of the sky above splitting apart, Yun Yuan could not calm his heart for a long while. His breathing grew heavier, and his gaze gradually turned fervent.

"So this was the clash of Peerless Douluo, invincible beings of the mortal world? They truly were powerful!"

Yun Yuan did not even need to think to know who the two people clashing above were: Tang Chen, the Clear Sky Douluo hailed as invincible on the continent, and Qian Daoliu, the Angel Douluo hailed as invincible in the skies.

Both of their Soul Power Levels had reached level ninety-nine, the ultimate limit of this world. One more step forward would bring them to the realm of becoming gods at level one hundred.

Not only had they reached the ultimate limit of the world in Soul Power Level, but both had also attained the realm of "Soul" in the weapons they wielded.

Moreover, given their mastery of their weapons, they had likely already reached the pinnacle of the "Soul" realm. With just one more step, they could enter the domain of the "God" realm.

Yet that single step was the difference between heaven and earth.

Having witnessed the power of Peerless Douluo for the first time, Yun Yuan planted a seed deep within his heart.

One day, he would become stronger than the two men above Spirit Hall!

Yun Yuan's eyes brimmed with confidence. He firmly believed that his talent was absolutely the greatest of this era, and that he would surely ascend to the throne of the strongest in the future.

While Yun Yuan's thoughts drifted, the clash between Qian Daoliu and Tang Chen had yet to end.

They were opponents, yet also kindred spirits. They might not meet even once in ten years, so both wished to properly test themselves against the other.

The next moment.

A gigantic hammer and a massive golden sword appeared high above Spirit Hall. The hammer was Tang Chen's Clear Sky True Body. Though the golden greatsword was not Qian Daoliu's martial soul, it was a soul skill of his martial soul.

The two wielded their weapons, fully displaying their insights and understanding of cultivation through this strike.

"Boom—!"

A collision that resounded through the heavens erupted. The domineering, unyielding intent of the Clear Sky Hammer and the bright, sacred intent of the Angel's Sword were perfectly manifested in that instant of impact.

Papal Palace Back Mountain, mountaintop.

After witnessing the clash of Peerless Douluo, Yun Yuan had moved past his initial shock and was now gaining insight—insight into the understanding of cultivation contained within their clash.

Watching the battle between the two in the sky, Yun Yuan absorbed what he needed from it, continuously sorting through the results of his own cultivation in his mind.

At the same time, Yun Yuan's understanding of his Spear Intent deepened further, and the sharp aura around him grew increasingly pronounced.

As time passed, Yun Yuan's understanding of cultivation gradually entered an exceptional state, and the speed at which he integrated the results of his cultivation continued to increase.

Finally, at a certain moment.

Yun Yuan directly entered a special state. In this state, he could not sense the passage of time in the outside world, yet his rate of comprehending cultivation had reached a level unimaginable to ordinary people.

If Qian Xunji had been beside him at this moment, he would have known that his most satisfactory Disciple had entered the state all soul masters dreamed of—Epiphany!

Not long after Yun Yuan entered his state of Epiphany, the clash between the two Peerless Douluo high above Spirit Hall temporarily came to an end as well.

They were still within Spirit Hall's territory. If they went all out, they would likely cause enormous damage to Spirit Hall.

Thus, the two had merely warmed up and taken the opportunity to see whether the other had improved.

Two figures stood in the skies above Spirit Hall.

One wore black robes, with resolute features and a body like a mountain. His eyes were filled with domineering intent.

The other wore a golden robe, his golden hair cascading down. His features were refined and handsome, while his aura was both sacred and holy, like an angel descending into the world.

These two were the two Peerless Douluo who had just finished clashing: Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu.

"Brother Qian, it has been a long time. Your sword is still as sharp as ever."

Looking at Qian Daoliu, Tang Chen slowly offered his praise.

At that, Qian Daoliu smiled and returned the compliment.

"Brother Tang, you flatter me. The might of your Clear Sky Hammer is even fiercer. If we went all out, my Angel's Sword would not be a match for your Clear Sky Hammer."

This was not their first or second exchange. No one knew Tang Chen better than he did.

The force of that Great Sumeru Hammer was truly immense.

After reminiscing for a while longer, Qian Daoliu seemed to recall something and asked Tang Chen, "Brother Tang, what brings you here this time?"

This was Qian Daoliu's doubt. He did not understand Tang Chen's purpose in coming here this time. Could it really have been merely to spar with him?

Hearing this, Tang Chen draped an arm directly over Qian Daoliu's shoulder. A wicked smile appeared on his face as he slowly said, "Brother Qian, well, I want our juniors to have a match. What do you think?"

"Let's see whether the younger generation of your Spirit Hall is stronger, or the younger generation of our Clear Sky Sect."

Upon hearing Tang Chen's proposal and seeing the proud expression on his face, Qian Daoliu immediately grew wary.

"Brother Tang, could it be that some peerless genius has been born in your sect? Otherwise, why would you make such a suggestion?"

In an instant, Qian Daoliu roughly saw through Tang Chen's intentions. He simply wanted to show off his sect's prized Disciple in front of him.

Sure enough, after hearing Qian Daoliu's words, the smile on Tang Chen's face faded somewhat. It seemed his little scheme had already been guessed by Qian Daoliu.

The reason he had made this suggestion was naturally because an extraordinary genius had emerged from their Clear Sky Sect.

His grandson, Tang Hao—a true peerless genius who might even surpass him in the future and lead the Clear Sky Sect to even greater heights.

This time, he had come to Spirit Hall to bid farewell to Qian Daoliu, and he had also brought along some disciples from the Clear Sky Sect.

Naturally, this included his pride and joy, his grandson Tang Hao. He had brought him here precisely to show him off in front of Qian Daoliu.

When people were young, they compared themselves to others. Once they had children and grandchildren, they compared their descendants instead.

He and Qian Daoliu had competed their entire lives, and the Clear Sky Sect and Spirit Hall had competed their entire lives. Now, it was time for the fresh blood of their respective factions to compete.

In response to Qian Daoliu's earlier question, Tang Chen no longer held anything back and openly said to him, "Brother Qian, of course. Our Clear Sky Sect has produced a peerless genius, one who may inherit my Clear Sky name in the future."

"His name is Tang Hao, and he is my grandson. I brought him here this time because I want him to spar with the younger generation of your Spirit Hall. What do you think, Brother Qian?"

Hearing this, Qian Daoliu fell silent for a moment before nodding in agreement to Tang Chen's request.

Qian Daoliu was also curious about Tang Hao, the peerless genius Tang Chen praised so highly.

After reaching an agreement, the two descended from the sky, intending to hold a contest between the younger generation.

At the same time, before Yun Yuan Palace, Yun Yuan stood tall and firm, without the slightest wavering.