"Dragon Transformation talent?"
Watching Yu Tianheng's imposing dragon claw, Ling Yun couldn't help frowning.
When Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Soul Masters reached level thirty, they gained the Dragon Transformation talent.
When activated, their right hand turned into a sharp dragon claw. Not only could it tear enemies apart with ease, but it also greatly increased the lightning power within their bodies!
And after level thirty, each Soul Ring they gained caused another part of their bodies to grow dragon scales. Once they became Titled Douluo, they could even transform into true dragons, soar through the heavens, and wield unparalleled power.
"As expected of the world's number one Beast Martial Soul. This Dragon Transformation talent really is impressive. But... even if Yu Tianheng can break free of the vines now, it's already too late!"
Ling Yun smiled, then turned his gaze to Huo Wu.
By then, Huo Wu had reached Ye Lingling, and the third Soul Ring beneath her feet flashed brightly.
"Third Soul Skill: Repulsive Fire Ring!"
In an instant, a wave of heat swept toward Ye Lingling.
Ye Lingling was only a healing-type Soul Master. How could she stand against Huo Wu? In a moment, the scorching heat blew her away. She fell off the platform and was eliminated.
"Lingling!"
Seeing Ye Lingling eliminated, Dugu Yan's eyes blazed with fury. She glared at Huo Wushuang and snarled, "You actually eliminated Lingling! Fine, then don't blame me for what happens next."
"Third Soul Skill: Jade Phosphorus Purple Poison!"
As she spoke, Dugu Yan's third Soul Ring began to glow. She parted her lips and exhaled a deep purple poisonous mist that swept in every direction.
"What?"
Huo Wushuang's face turned deathly pale. He hurriedly retreated. During the battle just now, he had already seen how terrifying Dugu Yan's poison was.
Dugu Yan was the strongest poison-type Soul Master he had ever encountered. Seeing her use her third Soul Skill, Huo Wushuang naturally didn't dare take it lightly.
As the Jade Phosphorus Purple Poison threatened to engulf the entire platform, Ling Yun hurriedly called out a warning.
"Sister Huo Wu, Brother Wushuang, retreat! Be careful—whatever you do, don't inhale that poisonous mist!"
"We know that without you telling us!"
Huo Wushuang called back, then hurried toward the edge of the platform to keep his distance from Dugu Yan.
Meanwhile, Huo Wu also retreated. The dark purple mist carried a nauseating, foul stench. It was obvious that the poison was extremely potent.
At the thought, Huo Wu couldn't help asking, "Ling Yun, what should we do now?"
"Easy, Sister Huo Wu. Use Ring Fusion to blow the poisonous mist away, then I'll rush over and eliminate that female Soul Master."
"Good. We'll do it your way. Ring Fusion!"
Huo Wu cried out. The three Soul Rings beneath her feet shot into the air, fused above her head, and shone brilliantly.
"Third Soul Skill: Repulsive Fire Ring!"
Boom—
As the Soul Rings flashed, a searing gale erupted from Huo Wu and spread in every direction, sweeping the Jade Phosphorus Purple Poison off the platform.
Ling Yun immediately transformed into a Flame Crane and soared into the sky. His snow-white wings burst into blazing flames as he plunged straight toward Dugu Yan.
"Secret technique: Fire Crane Sky Fall!"
"What?"
As Ling Yun swooped toward her at full speed, Dugu Yan's pupils shrank and her face gradually paled. For a moment, she forgot to dodge.
Of course, with her speed, she couldn't have dodged anyway.
Just then, Yu Tianheng hurried over and shouted,
"Yanzi, look out!"
"Take this! Dragon's Fury!"
Yu Tianheng used the skill granted by his Dragon Transformation talent. The lightning power throughout his body instantly doubled. He leaped into the air, swinging his dragon claw straight at Ling Yun.
"Damn it, Yu Tianheng is such a nuisance..."
"No, I have to end this quickly. With Sister Huo Wu's Soul Power, she probably can't keep Ring Fusion going for long. If the poisonous mist gathers again, we'll be in trouble."
"Looks like I'll have to use my External Soul Bone. Heh, now that I think about it, this might be my first time using it in an actual fight. Let's test out its skill."
Ling Yun smiled faintly. A thick scorpion tail burst from his body, its snow-white form blending perfectly with the Flame Crane's pristine feathers.
Then a red light glimmered in the tail's stinger. With a boom, a crimson blast of molten rock shot straight toward Yu Tianheng like a cannonball.
"External Soul Bone Skill: Magma Earth-Splitting Strike!"
The Earth King's Magma Earth-Splitting Strike had two effects. First, it released a fiery red, distorting light that forced enemies into a state of unconsciousness. Then it unleashed a molten blast to finish them off!
As the roaring blast of molten rock came at him, Yu Tianheng's vision blurred. By the time he came to, a scorching pillar of fire had slammed hard into him.
"Gah!!!"
Yu Tianheng let out a bloodcurdling wail, then flew backward like a kite with its strings cut. He crashed off the platform and was eliminated.
Because Ling Yun had restrained the power of the Soul Bone Skill, Yu Tianheng wasn't badly hurt.
After all, this was only a sparring match. Ling Yun didn't want anyone killed. Besides, if he really did kill Yu Tianheng, he'd be the one in trouble.
After eliminating Yu Tianheng, Ling Yun kept up his momentum and charged at Dugu Yan. His scorching flames set the platform ablaze, turning the area into a sea of fire, yet Dugu Yan remained completely unharmed.
Ling Yun stopped behind Dugu Yan and smiled. "Your companions have all been eliminated. Will you surrender, or should I throw you off the platform?"
"..."
Dugu Yan was speechless. She knew Ling Yun had held back just now. Otherwise, it wouldn't be the platform burning—it would be her flesh and blood.
With that thought, Dugu Yan said helplessly, "I surrender. You've won this match!"
With that, Dugu Yan leaped off the platform. At the same time, the host announced the result.
"I now declare the winners of this match to be Five Spirit King, Fire Shadow, and Single-Horn Tyrant Dragon!"
The moment the host finished speaking, thunderous cheers erupted from below. The audience shouted the names of Ling Yun and the others, who came down from the platform looking exhilarated.
Huo Wushuang said excitedly, "We're so strong now! We even beat the top students from Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
"What's there to be proud of about beating people from Heaven Dou Royal Academy?" Huo Wu shook her head. There wasn't the slightest trace of excitement or joy on her face as she calmly replied,
"Brother, you know perfectly well that Heaven Dou Royal Academy is full of spoiled young masters. We beat them all the time in past Soul Master Tournaments. What's there to celebrate?
"But honestly, those three were strong. Even among the top students at Heaven Dou Royal Academy, they must rank near the top."
"Ahem. You may have won this match, but don't get too cocky!"
While the three were talking, Yu Tianheng came over looking disheveled, with Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling behind him. All three were covered in dust.
Yu Tianheng pointed at Ling Yun and said coldly, "Once I get stronger, I'll challenge you again!"
"Sure. But I never consider those who lose to me my rivals. I'll give you time to surpass me—until you can no longer even see me in the distance!"
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