Three kilometers from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Yu Yuanzhen raised his hand to signal a halt.
These soul masters were all elite forces of Spirit Hall. They were well-trained and did not make a single sound.
The four elders gathered with Jiang Chen, waiting for the best moment to launch their surprise attack.
The operation had been scheduled for after midnight, when people were at their sleepiest. By then, most of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would have fallen into slumber, making it the best time to strike.
Dugu Bo had entered the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect the day before, preparing to play the most crucial role at the critical moment.
Yu Yuanzhen glanced at the other three elders and Jiang Chen, his expression grave. "The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's patrol range extends for one kilometer. Before we act, we must first deal with those patrolling disciples."
Another elder said, "Don't worry. We have soul masters specially trained in assassination. They can easily take care of those patrolling disciples without making a sound."
The other three elders nodded.
"Elders, why not leave this task to me?" Jiang Chen suddenly spoke.
The four Titled Douluo all turned to look at Jiang Chen.
Jiang Chen said, "I have already reached rank seventy-seven. Even without using my martial soul, I can display the strength of a Soul Douluo. I'm confident I can deal with those patrolling disciples."
"Holy Son, you've already reached rank seventy-seven?" one elder exclaimed in shock.
"During the Soul Master Tournament, the Holy Son was only a Soul King. He has risen more than twenty ranks in four years?"
The four elders were utterly stunned. The further soul masters progressed in cultivation, the slower their advancement became.
Yet Jiang Chen had broken through from Soul