Lin Yi returned to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well Branch Sect a changed man.
His soul power, at the peak of level 89, surged through him like mighty rivers. With the Ice Dragon Martial Soul empowered by four rings, his aura was deep and vast, carrying the bone-chilling cold of a world frozen solid. It intertwined with the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger's sinister dominance, forming a unique pressure that made the heart tremble.
Even the sect's Soul Douluo elders felt a faint oppression deep in their souls when they stood before Lin Yi.
Such a massive increase in strength needed to be tested and adapted to in actual combat. And the best opponent was still Sword Douluo Chen Xin, the man who had watched him grow step by step and had been both mentor and father figure to him.
They met once more at the Trial Grounds in the rear mountains, reinforced with a Soul Power barrier.
This time, however, there were more spectators. Even Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo Gu Rong had come in person. Everyone wanted to see just how far Lin Yi had come.
Chen Xin studied his disciple, whose aura was utterly different from what it had been a few months ago. Pride and fighting spirit mingled in his eyes. He could feel that the power within Lin Yi had reached a level that demanded his full attention.
"Teacher, please instruct me." Lin Yi cupped his hands. His gaze was calm, yet sharp as a blade.
"Good. Let me see what you've gained this time." Chen Xin nodded slightly. The Seven Kill Sword remained sheathed, but invisible sword energy had already spread through the air.
"Seventh Soul Skill, Snow Lotus True Body!" Lin Yi didn't underestimate his opponent. He activated his strongest state