Qian Daoliu remained calm. "Do you think it makes any sense to sow discord at a time like this?"
"It's not exactly sowing discord, but he has taught me a lot over the years, and he has certainly put in a lot of effort. Seeing him make a foolish move, I was just trying to kindly remind him," Xuan Ming said calmly.
He considered himself loyal, but some people might not take him seriously.
Snake Lance Douluo's expression shifted between light and shadow, a flicker of hesitation and resentment crossing his eyes. But he quickly regained his composure, coldly snorting, "Boy, don't try to spread rumors here. My loyalty to the Spirit Hall is as clear as Sun Moon; how can you sway it with a few words?"
Xuan Ming picked up the longsword from the ground. "Look at the situation of Yue Guan and Gui Mei. If you still think I'm sowing discord, then so be it."
Qian Daoliu frowned impatiently. " Xuan Ming, you have nowhere to escape. End your own life, and you'll at least leave with a whole corpse."
"I have no intention of ending my own life." Xuan Ming tossed aside his longsword, summoned Blood Spear, and four Soul Ring— yellow, purple, and black—swirled and floated around his body.
The bloodthirsty aura surged and rose. To the astonishment of Qian Daoliu and the Snake Lance Douluo, the four Soul Ring suddenly transformed into small golden halos, which were placed on the Blood Spear. Then, they abruptly contracted and flickered, disappearing from Xuan Ming's body.
Buzz!
Xuan Ming's eyes narrowed, and he activated Berserk Transformation, unleashing a fierce aura that rapidly increased his power.
" Ring Detonation? No, that's not right!" Qian Daoliu cold, and killing intent emanated from him.
"Who taught you that!"
Chapter 169 Hesitation to Throw a Blow at a Rat
Answer my question!
Qian Daoliu was no longer as calm and composed as before. At this moment, his eyes revealed a chilling killing intent. Even the Snake Lance Douluo was terrified and hurriedly retreated to a distance.
Xuan Ming did not respond. He stomped his feet on the ground and charged towards Qian Daoliu like an arrow released from a bow. The Blood Spear in his hand carried an indomitable momentum and was accompanied by violent fluctuations of Soul Power.
Wherever the Blood Spear passed, the air was torn apart, emitting a sharp whistling sound, as if it were a wail from hell.
"Hmph, overestimating yourself!" Qian Daoliu sneered, and the Six-Winged Angel's soul shadow suddenly appeared behind him. Holy fire surged like a raging tide, gathering into a Holy Sword that radiated a dazzling golden light.
With a gentle swing of his longsword, an incomparably sharp sword aura slashed swiftly towards Xuan Ming.
The sword energy was like a golden lightning bolt, tearing through the sky. Wherever it passed, trees were cut in half and fell to the ground with a crash, leaving a deep trench in the ground and dust flying everywhere.
Xuan Ming's eyes sharpened, and his body twisted strangely in mid-air, managing to dodge the sword energy at the last second.
Immediately afterwards, he thrust his Blood Spear forward, sending a massive crimson spear shadow hurtling towards Qian Daoliu.
" Martial Soul Avatar?" Qian Daoliu frowned slightly.
No, it's not the Martial Soul Avatar, it's an illusion. This kid's Soul Power is far from enough to support the activation of the Martial Soul Avatar.
However, the resonance caused by the Tool Soul Unity has given this spear shadow the full power of Soul Saint- level attack.
Qian Daoliu's expression remained unchanged as he swung his longsword once more, creating a golden sword curtain in front of him.
The crimson spear shadow crashed into the sword curtain, producing a deafening roar. The powerful impact caused the surrounding trees to fall and dust to fly everywhere.
"You have some skill, but it's far from enough!" The longsword in Qian Daoliu's hand shone brightly, and a huge golden sword shadow soared into the sky before slashing down fiercely towards Xuan Ming.
The sword shadow was enormous, as if it could cleave the entire world in two, and the terrifying aura it emitted made Xuan Ming feel suffocated.
Xuan Ming gritted his teeth, frantically circulating his Soul Power, and held the Blood Spear horizontally in front of him to block the attack with all his might.
"Boom!"
The golden sword shadow slashed fiercely at the Blood Spear. Xuan Ming felt an overwhelming force surge through him, his arms went numb instantly, and his body flew backward uncontrollably.
"Pfft!" Xuan Ming spat out a mouthful of blood in mid-air and crashed heavily to the ground.
"Answer my question!" Qian Daoliu approached slowly with a cold face and asked again.
"Who taught you that trick!"
Xuan Ming ignored Qian Daoliu and kept his eyes closed.
With just one blow, all the bones in his body were shattered.
Divine Soul Power invaded his body, and the devouring Soul Power of the Blood Spear was powerless to resist it. Even the regenerative power of the Blue Silver Emperor Soul Bone was forcibly suppressed.
This scene is so familiar. It was just like this back in Spirit City, in the Worship Hall.
However, Qian Renxue was replaced by Qian Daoliu.
He was still utterly vulnerable, still lying on the ground.
"Hmm?" Just as Qian Daoliu was about to press for more information, he suddenly noticed that the surrounding plants seemed to be moving.
A pale blue light shone from Xuan Ming's wrist, and the vines of the Blue Silver Emperor grew out, wrapping around Xuan Ming's nearly broken body. At the same time, a rich Life force surged from the forest, like a rushing river, continuously flowing into Xuan Ming's body.
Xuan Ming felt a warm and powerful force surging within his body, and his recovery ability, which had been suppressed by the divine Soul Power, gradually began to improve.
" Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone?" Qian Daoliu's expression changed.
The Snake Lance Douluo standing not far away also changed his expression, his gaze drawn to the faint blue light emanating from the Soul Bone on Xuan Ming's right leg.
Only Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone can withstand the dissolving effect of Qian Daoliu's Level 99 sacred Soul Power and forcibly provide recovery!
"What are you doing?" Xuan Ming was somewhat helpless. He had planned to wait for Qian Daoliu to get close so that the Ice Dragon King Ghost Possession and launch a sneak attack.
"You're going to die soon," Ah Yin said worriedly.
"What a load of crap." Xuan Ming sighed.
" Sister Bing, can you beat them?"
"It's a bit difficult here, but if we get to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, I can cripple him for you!" the Ice Dragon King said coldly.
"Stop bragging. If he wants to run away, do you think you can stop him?" Xuan Ming felt his body breaking apart.
I originally thought I could stay at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well for a few more years, at least until I obtained my Sixth Soul Ring before leaving. Now it seems I'll have to embark on my grand adventure in the Slaughter City ahead of schedule...
" Qian Daoliu!!"
The chilling coldness had just emanated from Xuan Ming when a malicious shout rang out from the sky, followed immediately by a purple streak of light crashing down like a meteorite.
With one hand holding Qian Renxue, Bibi Dong completed a partial possession of the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor. The cold green light flickered on the Eight-Winged Purple Light Wings, and the barbs were directly placed on Qian Renxue's fair neck, as if they would pierce her in the next second.
"Go ahead and try moving again if you dare!"
Qian Daoliu abruptly stopped, his steps toward Xuan Ming halted abruptly, a look of astonishment and seriousness flashing in his eyes.
He never expected Bibi Dong to suddenly appear at this critical juncture and threaten him in such a resolute and insane manner.
" Bibi Dong, have you gone mad?!" Qian Daoliu roared, his body ablaze with holy fire, the Six-Winged Angel's soul shadow shining brightly, and a terrifying aura spreading out.
Bibi Dong's lips curled into a mocking sneer. With a slight tightening of the barbs on her wings, a bloody gash instantly appeared on Qian Renxue's fair neck. " Qian Daoliu, you know perfectly well whether I'm insane or not. If you dare lay a hand on Xuan Ming again today, I guarantee your precious granddaughter will be buried with him!"
Qian Daoliu was burning with anger, but he was also afraid of harming the innocent.
Before he arrived, Qian Renxue hadn't made a move, and he thought she had given up on Xuan Ming, but he didn't expect her to suddenly change her mind!
If it were before, he wouldn't have minded giving Qian Renxue some more time, but just now, after witnessing a familiar yet different move, he changed his mind!
This kid must die today, or he'll become a major threat in the future!
Qian Daoliu a deep breath. " Bibi Dong, what exactly do you want? Are you going to break ties with me for this kid?"
"Shouldn't I be asking you that?" Bibi Dong said coldly.
"A highly respected Great Enshrined has actually lowered himself to personally kill a child who is only a teenager?"
Was it out of necessity, or was it a revelation of one's true nature?
"..."
Xuan Ming lay on the ground, watching this sudden scene unfold, completely taken aback.
He hadn't expected Bibi Dong to confront Qian Daoliu for his sake, and in such a forceful way.
"Shall we continue?" the Ice Dragon King asked.
"Let's see how things go first," Xuan Ming said.
If things escalate to a confrontation, he'll have no choice but to leave immediately. He can't stay at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well any longer. After all, if Qian Daoliu knew he was such a big threat, he would definitely gather all the Titled Douluo from the Spirit Hall and storm into Sunset Forest to destroy him no matter what.
Ah Rou and the others know nothing right now. If he suddenly disappears, who knows what will happen?
Moreover, how did Bibi Dong know he was here in the middle of the night?
"..."
Qian Daoliu's gaze swept back and forth between Xuan Ming and Bibi Dong, weighing the pros and cons in his mind.
He knew Bibi Dong was strong-willed and a woman of her word; if he pushed her too far, Qian Renxue's life would be in danger.
But he has already gone this far, leaving no room for reconciliation with Xuan Ming. They will inevitably become enemies in the future, and if they are not eliminated now...
Qian Daoliu frowned, his eyes filled with a mixture of killing intent and hesitation. After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke, "Release them first."
Bibi Dong glanced at Xuan Ming, who was half-dead on the ground, and then released Qian Renxue.
" Xiao Xue, come here," Qian Daoliu said calmly.
Qian Renxue stood still, not Qian Daoliu, her head lowered, her expression extremely complicated.
She never expected things to escalate to this point. If she had made up her mind sooner, gone to the Martial Soul Holy Temple sooner, and arrived earlier, perhaps her grandfather wouldn't have made a move yet.
There's still room for maneuver if no action is taken.
But now...
Chapter 170 Would I possibly harm him?
The sky gradually turned a pale white, and the soft morning light pierced through the thin mist in the forest, scattering across the ravaged ground.
The once lush trees were now leaning and crooked, with broken branches and leaves scattered all over the ground. The air was still filled with a faint smell of blood and the lingering scorching aura of the collision of Soul Power.
Bibi Dong had already vanished without a trace with Xuan Ming, leaving only Qian Daoliu, Qian Renxue, and the anxious Snake Lance Douluo standing in the distance.
The surroundings were deathly silent, save for a gentle breeze that rustled the fallen leaves on the ground.
" Xiao Xue, you'll regret this." Qian Daoliu looked at Qian Renxue with a deep and complex gaze.
He knew Bibi Dong; even if Xuan Ming died today, that woman wouldn't openly break ties with him, no matter how angry she was.
At most, as Xuan Ming said, she would just find an opportunity to kill She Long to vent her anger for the sake of her disciple.
But having come to this point, he could no longer take action against Xuan Ming.
Qian Renxue slightly raised her head, her gaze meeting Qian Daoliu's. Her bright eyes were filled with a mixture of stubbornness and confusion.
Her lips trembled slightly, as if she had a thousand words to say, but she swallowed them back down.
"I'm sorry, Grandpa."
Qian Daoliu sighed, a hint of disappointment and helplessness in his eyes.
He had initially planned to use a life-or-death crisis to reverse the relationship between the two, but now, that's probably no longer possible.
The commotion, however, gave Bibi Dong an opportunity.
" She Long, who has that kid been in contact with?" Qian Daoliu suddenly changed the subject, his gaze sharp as he looked at the Snake Lance Douluo.
She Long was slightly taken aback, then quickly began to think, "He's been in Heaven Dou City all these years, so if I had to say something..."
As he spoke, he subconsciously glanced towards the Sunset Forest in the distance. "He often goes into this forest."
" Sunset Forest?" Qian Daoliu narrowed his eyes slightly.
That kid didn't use Ring Detonation Ring Detonation, but the effect was extremely similar!
These are all techniques that forcefully push one's Soul Power and Martial Soul to a level far exceeding one's own by releasing all the energy of the Soul Ring at once!
When Xuan Ming used that move, it was clearly not the first time!
He perfectly controlled the energy unleashed by the Soul Ring, and even transformed it into its ultimate power through the Tool Soul Unity!
Just like that kid Tang Hao back then!
" Dugu Bo lives inside," Snake Lance Douluo said cautiously.
"I'm afraid it's not just Dugu Bo." Qian Daoliu slightly cold.
"Call over the Gui Mei Yue Guan and the people from the Martial Soul Holy Temple, go inside and search!"