A crimson light swirled, and a spear Entanglement in intense malevolent energy suddenly appeared.
As the Soul Master Tournament progressed, Xuan Ming brought out his Blood Spear for the first time on the field, instantly sparking discussion among the participating teams.
"What does he mean by that? Does that Tang San have the right to make him take this seriously?" Feng Xiaotian stood up angrily.
Although he knew he was no match for Xuan Ming, Xuan Ming had clearly not been serious in their previous encounters!
" Sect Master Ning, is there anything special about this Tang San?" Xue Ye was also somewhat surprised and couldn't help but ask Ning Fengzhi.
Even Thunder Academy back then wasn't enough to make Xuan Ming bring out his weapon. Could this Control System Soul Master from the Shrek Academy be even stronger than Thunder Academy?
"Your Majesty, you will soon see Tang San's special qualities," Ning Fengzhi said.
Xuan Ming was attacked Heaven Dou City by someone suspected to be a direct descendant of the Clear Sky Sect. He investigated the matter extensively but found no information about any direct disciples of the Clear Sky Sect going out. In other words, that person was very likely Tang Hao!
Tang San is Tang Hao's son, and now...
"Stop with those pointless tests," Xuan Ming said calmly.
I don't have that much patience.
Upon hearing this, a resolute glint flashed in Tang San's eyes. The Blue Silver King Vine in his hand grew rapidly, and as his Third Soul Ring flickered, a huge Blue Silver Cage rose from the ground, instantly sealing Xuan Ming inside.
Immediately following, the Blue Silver Cage began to shrink rapidly, while countless thorns formed from vines attacked Xuan Ming from all directions.
Xuan Ming swung his Blood Spear fiercely, unleashing a surge of ferocious blood energy that instantly tore the Blue Silver Cage to shreds!
But before he could take the next step, dense vines of the Blue Silver King sprouted from his body.
"I told you, stop with these pointless tests." Xuan Ming was getting impatient. His Soul Power surged, and the dense vines shattered once more.
In that brief moment, Tang San moved his feet, and with those elusive and unpredictable steps, he had already closed in on Xuan Ming.
"Is he insane?!"
The audience gasped in surprise, utterly bewildered by Tang San's actions.
Engaging in close combat with Xuan Ming? Are you courting death?
Have you forgotten what happened to the Thunder Academy?
Tang San hadn't forgotten, but he knew very well that even if his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul evolved and its strength increased significantly, it still wouldn't be able to stop Xuan Ming's Blood Spear. His only chance of winning was to close the distance and engage in close combat.
The Blood Spear is a long weapon, which is extremely restrictive in confined spaces and even more difficult to use in close combat.
Under the astonished gazes of everyone, Tang San's hands quietly transformed into the color of white jade. One hand gripped the Blood Spear, while the other swiftly struck Xuan Ming's wrist pulse point!
Even the strongest Beast Soul Master has weaknesses.
Joints, meridians... striking these areas doesn't require tremendous force, yet it can cause serious injury.
Using the Blue Silver Cage and Parasitism to divert attention and gain an opportunity to get close, this was Tang San's first tactic.
So far, everything is going well.
However, the moment his left hand touched the Blood Spear, it was too late for regrets.
The indestructible Mysterious Jade Hand was instantly torn apart by the ferocious and malevolent energy, causing excruciating pain!
Before he could even touch Xuan Ming's wrist, he had to use Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track retreat hastily.
Looking at his left hand, which was covered in blood and looked as if it had been devoured by a ferocious beast, Tang San's pupils shrank, unable to comprehend the scene before him.
"Are you... out of your mind?" Xuan Ming couldn't help but look at him like he was an idiot.
"What's going on?" Xue Ye asked in confusion.
"How did Tang San suddenly get injured?"
Ning Fengzhi's expression was somewhat unnatural. "Your Majesty, Xuan Ming's Blood Spear Martial Soul is extremely special. You should have heard some rumors about it; this Martial Soul can devour its master."
"Then how could a weapon that would devour even its own master tolerate being touched by others?"
Xuan Ming's Blood Spear can devour people; this is not an exaggeration, but a fact!
Let alone someone like Tang San whose cultivation is still below the Xuan Ming, even Titled Douluo at the Sword Bone realm would suffer a strong backlash if they touched it!
"Don't waste time," Xuan Ming said.
"Or is this all you've gone for?"
Tang San took a deep breath, his Fourth Soul Ring flashed, and the Blue Silver Grass grew rapidly. In a deep blue light, a spear made of Blue Silver Grass appeared in his hand.
Blue Silver Overlord Spear!
Xuan Ming raised an eyebrow slightly. "You want to play with guns with me?"
Tang San's expression was cold and stern, his Blue Silver Overlord Spear gripped tightly, its tip pointing directly at Xuan Ming. "How will you know if you don't try?"
Guns and spears are similar in shape but different in substance.
The gun is heavy for piercing, and its shaft is flexible, making it more agile.
The spear shaft is rigid, relying even more on strength.
Strictly speaking, the gun is an evolution of the spear, with no less power and greater agility.
"Then let's go." The Xuan Ming Blood Spear trembled, its murderous aura surging, and the entire arena was enveloped in a chilling atmosphere.
Tang San showed no fear. With his Soul Power infused, the Blue Silver Overlord Spear shone brightly. He touched the ground with his toes, his body flashing like lightning, and rushed out, the spear cutting through the wind and piercing straight for Xuan Ming!
Xuan Ming stood firmly in place until the spear tip was almost upon him, then he swung his spear to meet the attack.
A deafening clang rang out, sparks flew! The powerful impact caused cracks to spread across the ring.
Tang San felt a tremendous force coming from the gun, which made his arm go numb and he could barely hold the gun. But he gritted his teeth, forcibly steadied himself, and circulated his Soul Power again, intending to counterattack.
Xuan Ming gave him no chance, his Blood Spear sweeping across, a crimson arc of light slashing down at his waist!
Tang San's heart skipped a beat. He quickly used his Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track to dodge the attack, but the strong wind made his cheek sting.
"A spear can indeed overcome the cumbersome nature of a lance, but with your meager skills, you shouldn't embarrass yourself." Xuan Ming said indifferently.
"Is that so?" Tang San's First Soul Ring flashed again, and the Blue Silver King vines once more entangled Xuan Ming, briefly binding him to the spot!
Even if it was only for a moment, it was enough for Tang San. He exerted all his strength, and the Blue Silver Overlord Spear thrust out once more!
Xuan Ming frowned, breaking free of his restraints, and his Blood Spear met the attack.
In the fierce collision, cracks spread across the Blue Silver Overlord Spear, and after a brief stalemate, it shattered with a deafening roar! Tang San was also thrown backward by the impact, nearly falling off the stage.
"Have you made enough of a scene?" Xuan Ming asked impatiently.
Tang San steadied himself, a trickle of blood spilling from the corner of his mouth, but his eyes remained firm, showing no sign of retreat.
He had already used all his strength in the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul, but it was clear that this power was meaningless in front of Xuan Ming.
If that's the case, why hasn't Xuan Ming knocked him down yet?
What is he waiting for?
He started thinking about this last night: with Xuan Ming's strength, could his evolved Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul really pique his interest?
That's obviously impossible.
Why would Xuan Ming still want to fight him?
There's only one answer left.
Clear Sky Hammer!
Chapter 276 Clear Sky Hammer, Chaotic Cloak
Tang San took a deep breath, his gaze fixed intently on Xuan Ming, and he had already made his decision.
He once again used the Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track to approach Xuan Ming, and black light surged in his right palm, revealing a seemingly simple black hammer.
The moment he entered the attack range, he stopped in his tracks, and a loud explosion erupted beneath his feet, causing the arena floor to crack inch by inch, centered on his legs!
With a half-turn of his body, Tang San gripped the hammer with both hands, used his calves to exert force, and with all his strength, he swung the Clear Sky Hammer from bottom to top, aiming it straight at Xuan Ming!
"Boom--!"
A deafening roar reverberated throughout the arena as the Clear Sky Hammer and the Blood Spear collided violently, unleashing an astonishing shockwave.
Tang San felt an immense force emanating from the hammer, which numbed his arms and caused his body to sink further, his calves already embedded more than halfway into the arena. He gritted his teeth and forced himself to steady himself, frantically circulating his Soul Power as he turned and swung the hammer again—this time, the power was even greater than before!
Xuan Ming also brandished his spear to meet the attack, his Blood Spear swirling so tightly that it was impenetrable, engaging in a fierce clash with the Clear Sky Hammer.
Each collision produced a deafening roar, and the entire arena trembled incessantly during their fierce battle.
"That's... the Clear Sky Hammer?"
"How could the Clear Sky Sect's inherited Martial Soul appear here?"
"Could this Tang San be related to the Clear Sky Sect?"
In the VIP and audience seats, many older Soul Master stared wide-eyed, their faces filled with disbelief.
That small black hammer was a top-tier Tool Martial Soul that had forged countless glories in the Soul Master World, representing the glory of a sect and symbolizing the most formidable power and attack.
Clear Sky Hammer!
" Sect Master Ning, is this what you meant by... something special?" Xue Ye's expression was complicated, but more so, it was one of frustration.
Shrek Academy once attempted to join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, but was rejected by Prince Xue Xing.
And now, they actually have a successor of the Clear Sky Hammer!
Unlike Xue Ye's regret and Xue Xing's fear, the atmosphere on the Spirit Hall's side suddenly became subtle.
The Soul Master from the Martial Soul Holy Temple of Heaven Dou City all turned their gazes toward Pope Bibi Dong in front of them.
Although the conflict between the Spirit Hall and the Clear Sky Sect has come to an end with the sect's closure of its mountain, it is never difficult to find an excuse if one really wants to take action.
" Your His Holiness the Pope, should we capture him?" Yue Guan asked telepathically.
" Tang Hao must be lurking in the shadows. We can use this boy as bait to lure Tang Hao out. With our current strength, capturing him shouldn't be difficult."
Their defeat to Tang Hao back then was largely due to the special magnetic field of Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, coupled with the domineering Divine Slaughter's Domain of Tang Hao, which suppressed even Qian Xunji's Angel Domain.
But now, Bibi Dong also possesses the Divine Slaughter's Domain!
Moreover, Tang Hao was severely injured when he forcibly used the Great Sumeru Hammer back then, and he was on the run for many years, so his old injuries probably haven't healed yet!
"No need, the time is not right." Bibi raised her hand and pressed down, and the group of Soul Master from the Spirit Hall immediately calmed down.
Tang Hao was also a crucial part of the grand drama in Spirit City.
It's too early to take action now.
On the arena, the Blood Spear and the Clear Sky Hammer were still colliding at high speed.
Even without Tang San having added Soul Ring to the Disorder Splitting Wind Hammer, the power of the Clear Sky Hammer Technique was still terrifyingly powerful when unleashed.
For the first twenty blows, Xuan Ming easily blocked them with just one hand holding the spear. But after twenty blows, even he had to use both hands to grip the spear.
He could clearly feel that as Tang San swung his hammer more often, the power was constantly increasing, seemingly without end!
What's even more troublesome is that the Clear Sky Hammer itself emits a special force field that firmly holds onto his Blood Spear.
As the hammer force increases, this viscous force also continuously increases.
If they are Soul Master of the same level, unless they have special Soul Skill, they are powerless to break free and can only be forced to clash head-on with the Clear Sky Hammer!
"How many swings of the hammer can you make right now?" Xuan Ming suddenly asked.
"Forty-eight." Tang San didn't hide anything. He could sense that Xuan Ming was going easy on him.
The Disorder Splitting Wind Hammer is the ultimate control over one's own strength, using the force of the blows to rebound and amplify the power, allowing for up to eighty-one consecutive strikes.
His Clear Sky Hammer, though powerful without the aid of Soul Ring, was far from enough to contend with the Blood Spear, which had at least five spirit rings, not to mention that Xuan Ming's own power was already terrifying.
If Xuan Ming were to fight seriously, he wouldn't have time to unleash his Chaotic Cloak —at least for the first twenty strikes, Xuan Ming could easily defeat him.
He had already swung the hammer twenty-eight times. From the twenty-fourth strike onwards, he could no longer fully control the violent power of the Clear Sky Hammer.
He could unleash his power, but he could no longer retract it.
In other words, he couldn't stop.
With the thirtieth hammer blow, a large area of the ground beneath Xuan Ming's feet cracked, and his feet sank deep into the arena.
Anyone in the VIP section could see that Xuan Ming was doing it on purpose—he was even cooperating with Tang San to create the Chaotic Cloak, making it a pure contest of strength!