Every morning, the two wake up in a completely new world, which might sound romantic, but the reality is quite different when you're dealing with all sorts of creatures that are constantly trying to kill you.
In these three thousand worlds, Qi Ling and his companions experienced deserts, swamps, glaciers, plains, and even many inexplicable worlds. It can be said that they tried everything imaginable.
If Qi Ling were to be a tour guide now, he could name even the most dangerous places in the world like the back of his hand. He could probably make a movie called "Follow Qi Ling on an Adventure".
It was during these three hundred days and nights that Qi Ling truly mastered the sword skills he had previously learned and put them into actual combat. After all, with his Soul Power sealed, this sword was the only weapon he could use.
After the final world transformation ended, the two returned to a blank space once again. Qi Ling instantly relaxed, knowing that he had passed the second test.
[Ding! Congratulations, host, on passing the second trial of the King's Trial! You have received the system reward: Domain Skill: Xuanyuan Sword Realm. Please cultivate it diligently!]
[The next trial is about to begin. There are three trials remaining to complete all the trials. Please prepare yourself!]
Upon seeing the reward he received, Qi Ling couldn't help but be slightly surprised. A domain! He had actually gained another domain ability!
So far, Qi Ling has obtained three powers that can be called domains: the Poison-Prohibition Domain, the Dragon Dominates the World, and the Xuanyuan Sword Realm. Yet, he is still only a Soul King!
It's likely that many Titled Douluo don't possess as many domain abilities as Qi Ling, which is a classic case of "comparison is the thief of joy."
The Xuanyuan Sword Realm, as the name suggests, is a domain that can only be used with the Xuanyuan Sword as its foundation. Therefore, Qi Ling cannot confirm all its information before gaining the Xuanyuan Sword's approval.
However, based on the information we have so far, the Xuanyuan Sword Realm is different from the Poison-Prohibition Domain and the Dragon Dominates the World Domain. It does not gain an advantage by suppressing the opponent, but rather greatly enhances Qi Ling's own abilities.
"Wow, that's a great reward, just what I wanted," Qi Ling said with satisfaction. "After all, I risked my life for three hundred days, so at least I didn't lose out!"
After that, another door appeared in front of them. This time, they did not hesitate and headed straight for the third trial.
Upon arriving at the third trial area, Qi Ling was instantly dumbfounded, muttering involuntarily, "No way? Really? Is this some kind of melodramatic farce?"
Qi Ling was so surprised because the scene before him was so classic; it had been seen at least ninety-nine times in various novels, if not a hundred.
In the intricately designed space, countless swords of various styles were stuck in the ground. Each sword differed in material, shape, and weight, making it almost like an exhibition of famous swords.
As is customary, the system did not offer much explanation to Qi Ling this time. He casually picked up a sword from the ground and compared it with the iron sword in his hand, unable to distinguish which sword was better.
"Could it be that this system is asking me to pick out the real Xuanyuan Sword from among these swords?" Qi Ling said, quite frustrated. "How am I supposed to choose? Jian Lan, do you even know how to choose a sword?"
Jian Lan shook her head and said, "My Martial Soul, Immortal Slayer, was awakened when I was born. It's the sword that has accompanied me since I was a child, and it's the only sword I've ever used. So, I can't distinguish between good and bad swords at all."
"However, Qi Ling, I think this trial isn't just about letting you distinguish between good and bad swords and choose one based on its quality; it has other purposes as well."
"Not choosing based on good or bad? Then what should we use?" Qi Ling wondered. "Are you telling me to put my heart into it too? Isn't that a bit too melodramatic?"
Jian Lan smiled slightly and said, "Perhaps we need to use the blood oath you mentioned, Qi Ling? Why don't you give it a try?"
Qi Ling stared at the tens of thousands of swords before her, cold sweat pouring down her back. "If you want me dead, just say so! What kind of cruel torture is this?!"
After ten years of getting to know each other, the two have become the closest of friends. They understand each other perfectly and there is no barrier between them. So even the usually serious Jian Lan would occasionally joke Qi Ling.
As the two got to know each other better, Jian Lan gradually discovered that Qi Ling had many secrets. In addition, Qi Ling was never wary of people she trusted, so Jian Lan would often hear some strange words from Qi Ling's mouth.
Fortunately, Jian Lan was considerate and never delved too deeply into Qi Ling's secret. In fact, there were some things that the two of them didn't need to say explicitly, as they naturally understood each other.
In any case, the blood oath method is absolutely not feasible, and even if Qi Ling were drained dry, there probably wouldn't be enough blood, so they have to think of another way.
After a moment of contemplation, Qi Ling suddenly remembered that she had just obtained the power called the Xuanyuan Sword Realm. Why not use it now and see if it could guide her to find the real Xuanyuan Sword?
Qi Ling immediately activated the Xuanyuan Sword Realm, but since he did not have the Xuanyuan Sword in his hand, he could only release a layer of Sword Intent. He then continuously used this Sword Intent to call upon the Xuanyuan Sword, trying to find its true form.
As Qi Ling continued to exert her power, the swords on the scene gradually responded. Qi Ling exclaimed in surprise, "Oh? Oh! It moved, it moved... Damn, I didn't tell you to move like that!"
At Qi Ling's summons, the tens of thousands of swords emitted soft chimes and began to tremble slightly. Then, in a moment, the tens of thousands of swords simultaneously rose into the air and shot towards Qi Ling.
Qi Ling looked at the tens of thousands of swords and felt a chill run down her spine. If she were hit by any of them, wouldn't she be reduced to ashes? That would truly be being torn to pieces!
Qi Ling hurriedly stopped the Xuanyuan Sword Realm, and the tens of thousands of swords stopped shooting at Qi Ling. After dodging several swords that fell from the sky, Qi Ling breathed a sigh of relief.
"What a brilliant move, 'Ten Thousand Swords Return to the Origin '! Qi Ling, your technique is far more powerful than my master's!" Jian Lan teased with a smile. "My master can only condense swords with Soul Power. This is the first time I've ever seen someone control tens of thousands of real swords simultaneously like this. Truly amazing!"
"Damn it, Jian Lan, I've found you're getting more and more outrageous! Where's your aloof and dignified image? How come you're so different from how you used to be!" Qi Ling complained helplessly.
Jian Lan smiled slightly and said, "Really? But this is actually the real me. How about it, isn't it disillusioning?"
"Tch, I've seen plenty of difficult women, you're nothing compared to me," Qi Ling said dismissively.