Sword Douluo swept forward like a sword immortal soaring above the clouds, riding his sword through the air as he descended before Eternal Night with lightning speed.
Gratitude overflowed in Eternal Night's heart. He hurriedly bowed, his voice filled with respect.
"Senior, I will never forget your great kindness! Your help today is nothing short of granting me a second life. If fate allows us to meet again, I will repay you generously!"
Sword Douluo smiled faintly, his smile carrying a hint of carefree detachment.
He waved a hand gently and said,
"There's no need to go. Our sect master has already sent someone to notify them. Hurry back to the Star Luo Empire!"
With that, his piercing gaze turned toward the Third Elder.
"I'll hold things here!"
A warm current surged through Eternal Night's heart at those words, and he bowed deeply once more.
"Thank you, Senior!!!"
Then he turned and sped toward the Star Luo Empire.
"You... you're Chen Xin of the Sword!"
The Clear Sky Sect's Third Elder furrowed his brows deeply, disbelief flashing in his eyes.
"I was wondering why you wouldn't side with us. So you're with Chen Jue!"
"But you'll pay for what you've done!"
As he spoke, his aura surged violently, the soul power surrounding him rising like a sudden gale.
The Seventh Soul Ring shone brilliantly.
"Martial Soul Avatar!!"
At his low shout, even heaven and earth seemed to change color.
Behind him, an illusory, majestic figure slowly took shape-the enormous Martial Soul Avatar of the Clear Sky Hammer.
Sword Douluo's eyes narrowed, his hands clamping around the hilts of his two swords like iron pincers.
His aura surged, and the Seventh Soul Ring blazed brilliantly.
"Martial Soul Avatar!!"
He gave a low shout as mighty soul power surged around him.
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