[Challenger 1: Tang Hao] [Martial Soul: Clear Sky Hammer] [Soul Power Level: 96] [Special Techniques: Disorder Splitting Wind Hammer, Nine Clear Sky Hammers, Great Sumeru Hammer, Ring Detonation] [Traits: Extreme strength, overwhelming burst power] [Challenger 2: Xiong Jun (Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear)] [ cultivation: 460,000 years] [Special Techniques: Dark Gold Terrorclaw, Sky-Ripping Claw] [Traits: Extreme defense, overwhelming destructive power] [Defender: Masked Superman] [Martial Soul: Formless] [Cultivation: Classified] [Special Techniques: Capable of anything] [Traits: Unmatched, undefeated]
Before the challenge began, the basic information about the two challengers and the defender was announced to the world.
Tang Hao was no surprise. Almost everyone knew about him.
He was the most talented disciple the Clear Sky Sect had produced in nearly a century. The moment he broke through to Titled Douluo, he had killed the former Pope, Qian Xunji, with a single hammer strike.
But the fact that Xiong Jun was a Soul Beast shocked everyone.
Its cultivation, in particular—460,000 years—was far beyond anything they could have imagined.
In almost everyone's eyes, the highest cultivation a Soul Beast could reach was 100,000 years.
Who could have imagined that a Soul Beast with 460,000 years of cultivation would appear on the continent?
A 100,000-year Soul Beast was equivalent to a Titled Douluo. Just how powerful was one with 460,000 years of cultivation?
It was probably already on par with a Limit Douluo.
One was a Titled Douluo renowned throughout Douluo Continent, wielder of the Clear Sky Hammer. The other was a Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear with hundreds of thousands of years of cultivation.
Either Tang Hao or Xiong Jun alone would be enough to awe the vast majority of people.
Could two such formidable opponents defeat the mysterious top-ranked defender?
"I never imagined there really were Soul Beasts with more than 100,000 years of cultivation."
"Looks like Yu Xiaogang isn't quite as useless as I thought. He actually got it right."
"I wonder just how powerful this Soul Beast is."
"If I get the chance, I'll kill it and claim its Soul Ring and Soul Bone!"
Bibi Dong had taken a keen interest in Xiong Jun.
Her Second Martial Soul still needed two more Soul Rings. If she could obtain one from this Ferocious Beast, it would raise her combat strength by several levels.
As for Masked Superman, she had no interest in him whatsoever.
Anyone with half a brain could guess that Masked Superman was the peerless expert who had single-handedly changed the fate of Spirit City's disaster a few days ago.
With him there, no one could take the top spot.
That fool Tang Hao could just wait to get beaten.
"Heh, Tang Hao's finished."
"Picking a fight with my teacher? Isn't he just asking for a beating?"
"But I am surprised to learn that Soul Beasts with hundreds of thousands of years of cultivation exist."
Qian Daoliu seemed to already picture Tang Hao getting thrashed. His face was full of mockery.
His esteemed teacher was far too powerful—he had unquestionably reached the level of a hundred-rank god.
No matter how many people or Soul Beasts came, they would all leave empty-handed.
"Xiao Xiao, what's going on?"
"Didn't I tell you to bring Hao'er back?"
"Why is he challenging the top-ranked defender?"
"Has he lost his mind?"
Tang Chen was ready to explode with anger.
His grandson was challenging that peerless senior. How was that any different from asking to die?
"Grandpa, don't worry."
"We still haven't found where Brother Hao is."
"But I don't think that senior would hold a grudge against someone younger. He shouldn't be in any danger."
Tang Xiao was breaking out in a cold sweat.
He had no idea what Tang Hao had been thinking, going after that big shot.
Then again, Tang Hao hadn't been in Spirit City a few days ago. How could he have witnessed that man's power?
All Tang Xiao could do was hope that the senior would show mercy.
"Tang Hao's in for it."
"He's always been so arrogant. This time, he's kicked an iron plate."
Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo saw the list of challengers and couldn't help laughing at Tang Hao. They were already looking forward to the show.
Still, they couldn't help but admire Tang Hao's talent.
He had already reached level 96 so quickly.
If Tang Hao survived, it wouldn't take long for the Clear Sky Sect to produce another Limit Douluo.
[Challenge begins. Simulated arena: Gravity Space!]
The challenge began. Duan Changsheng, Tang Hao, and Xiong Jun suddenly vanished, appearing in a dim world.
The gravity here was ten times that of Douluo Continent.
If the three of them weren't so powerful, they wouldn't even be able to stand.
Duan Changsheng still looked like Masked Superman.
Those who had seen Duan Changsheng fight a few days ago covered their mouths in shock.
They couldn't believe Masked Superman was that senior.
It seemed there was no suspense in this fight. Tang Hao and Xiong Jun were bound to lose.
"Hahaha, ten times gravity!"
"I like this arena!"
"With ten times gravity boosting me, my Clear Sky Hammer will be several times more powerful!"
"So you're Masked Superman. Show me what you can do!"
"Otherwise, don't blame my hammer for not knowing friend from foe. I'll smash you to mush!"
Tang Hao loved this space. He summoned his Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul and released his Divine Slaughter's Domain, pushing his aura to its peak.
"Damn it, that unfilial grandson!"
"He's far too arrogant!"
"If he offends that senior, the whole Clear Sky Sect is finished!"
"I'd like nothing more than to slap him dead!"
Seeing Tang Hao's arrogance, Tang Chen burned with fury.
How had he raised such a disrespectful brat?
He had no respect for anyone.
Didn't he know this was being broadcast live?
"Oh no, oh no. Brother Hao's really done for this time!"
"Hasn't he just offended that senior?"
"And he says he'll smash him to mush."
"That senior could crush you with a single finger!"
Tang Xiao's face turned deathly pale. He had no idea what to do.
If the senior got angry, there was no chance Tang Hao would survive.
"Hahaha, this is hilarious!"
"Tang Hao's practically begging to die!"
"Teacher, you can't let him off easy. Just poke him to death with one finger!"
Qian Daoliu was overjoyed!
He sincerely hoped Duan Changsheng would go all out and kill Tang Hao.
"Dad, that's my dad!"
"Xiao Wu, look! That's my dad!"
"My dad is amazing. He'll definitely defeat Masked Superman and become the strongest person in the world!"
Tang San gazed at Tang Hao's imposing figure, his eyes sparkling with admiration.
"You pathetic little ant, daring to swagger around in front of me!"
"Get out of the way, or I'll crush you with one swipe of my claw!"
Xiong Jun was an arrogant, domineering sort.
Seeing a little human steal the spotlight from him, he instantly lost his temper.
In his eyes, the power Tang Hao had just unleashed was nothing impressive.
It might not even be enough to break through his defenses.
"You're the one who should get out of the way!"
"This is my battlefield. You're barging in!"
"Think I won't smash you first?"
Xiong Jun's words made Tang Hao furious.
No one on Douluo Continent had ever called him an ant. That was practically asking to die.
"Damn it, you're asking for it!"
"Take this claw!"
Xiong Jun was livid. He swung his enormous bear paw at Tang Hao, the air popping as it tore through the space.
"Like I'd be afraid of you!"
"Take this hammer!"
Tang Hao had never feared anyone, especially not Soul Beasts.
He swung the Clear Sky Hammer straight at Xiong Jun.
Everyone watching was dumbfounded.
What was going on?
Weren't they supposed to be challenging the top-ranked defender?
Why had they started fighting each other first?
This was ridiculous.
"Interesting!"
"I've got nothing better to do, so I might as well munch on some seeds and watch the show!"
Duan Changsheng was amused. He found a spot to sit, pulled out a handful of sunflower seeds from who knew where, and started cracking them open.
He sat without a trace of decorum and ate without a trace of grace. Everyone watching was left utterly bewildered.
Did peerless experts these days just not care about their image?
"No way!"
"That's Dad's style!"
"Right, where did Dad go?"
"Dad, where are you? Come out, quick!"
"Look, doesn't he remind you of yourself?"