Tang Hao and Chen Xin are undoubtedly the second most powerful people on the Douluo Continent, wielding the Clear Sky Hammer and the sword, respectively, because the most powerful person is watching from the sidelines.
Although there is a one-level difference in strength between the two, it does not have a significant impact on them. Moreover, Tang Hao possesses two Soul Bone, which is enough to make up for this disadvantage.
Watching the battle between the two sides, Qi Ling was suddenly surprised to find that the Seven Kill Sword in Chen Xin's hand was not a complete sword, but a broken sword!
Qi Ling knew that Chen Xin's sword had broken after the duel with the Elder Ge, but so much time had passed since then. Why hadn't Chen Xin's sword recovered?
After questioning Jian Lan, Jian Lan said, "Master's sword doesn't not want to be restored, but it can't. For some reason, when he summons his Martial Soul again, the Seven Kill Sword is already in a broken state."
After Martial Soul is destroyed, it should be restored to its original state if it is summoned again. The fact that the Seven Kill Sword has been in a broken state is undoubtedly extremely abnormal, and should not even happen.
"We've discussed Senior Jian's situation many times, but unfortunately, even someone as learned as our teacher knows nothing about it," Tang San said helplessly. "For Martial Soul to be damaged is beyond the realm of ordinary understanding."
Qi Ling watched as Tang Hao fought Sword Douluo. Tang Hao's attacks were as fierce and domineering as ever, and every move he made seemed to destroy everything in front of him. He was brave and invincible.
Strangely, despite using a broken sword, Sword Douluo was not at a disadvantage when facing Tang Hao. On the contrary, he seemed to be in complete control and dealt with Tang Hao's attacks with great ease.
" Jian Lan, after Senior Jian's Martial Soul changed like this, has his strength declined?" Qi Ling couldn't help but ask, "Especially in swordsmanship, how do you think he is compared to before?"
Jian Lan said, "That's what we find strange too. Although Master's Seven Kill Sword is damaged, both his strength and his swordsmanship seem to have improved significantly! Even he himself can't explain why."
"I see, that makes sense now." Qi Ling smiled. "I now know why Senior Jian's Seven Kill Sword is damaged."
Tang San and Jian Lan were both surprised. This was a reason they had been researching for months without success, and even the learned elders of the Spirit Hall had no experience with it. How could Qi Ling know the reason with just one glance?
" Qi Ling, what caused Teacher's Martial Soul to turn into a broken sword?" Jian Lan asked anxiously. She was undoubtedly the most worried about her teacher's situation.
"The reason is actually quite simple. You've all noticed that damaged Martial Soul are extremely rare, almost unprecedented, but you've forgotten another point," Qi Ling said, "That is, Martial Soul Evolution is very common!"
" Martial Soul Evolution?" Tang San and Jian Lan exclaimed in surprise, and even Xiao Wu showed a puzzled expression.
"Yes, because of the Seven Kill Sword's damaged state, you didn't think of this, but it's actually a special kind of evolution," Qi Ling said. "As for what Senior Jian actually gleaned from this broken sword, only he himself knows."
Tang San and Jian Lan suddenly understood what Qi Ling said. Their thinking was indeed limited by common sense. They thought that it was bad for Martial Soul to become broken. They did not expect that it was because Chen Xin had learned something from this broken sword that he kept the sword in a broken state.
The best proof is that although Chen Xin wielded the broken sword, his strength had greatly increased, and he had comprehended a unique Sword Intent. In addition to the sharpness, his swordsmanship had gained something different.
It was these new powers that Chen Xin had comprehended that made him appear exceptionally relaxed in his battle with Tang Hao. He could easily neutralize even the fiercest attacks because he had realized that power did not necessarily have to be resolved through direct confrontation.
"I'm not fighting anymore! I'm not fighting anymore!" Tang Hao said helplessly at the end. "If this continues, I'm afraid I'll have to use the Great Sumeru Hammer! The Seven Kill Sword is indeed powerful."
Chen Xin replied, "You flatter me. It is the ferocity of the Clear Sky Hammer that is truly admirable. I only just happened to comprehend a new power; otherwise, I imagine I would have had a very difficult time dealing with it."
Afterwards, the two met Qi Ling and exchanged pleasantries. Qi Ling then said, " Senior Jian, regarding the fact that your Seven Kill Sword has always been in a damaged state, my guess is as follows."
Qi Ling then shared her conjecture, and Chen Xin suddenly realized, "So that's it! No wonder I felt my strength had improved again."
"If Senior Jian wishes, I have a way to help you restore the Seven Kill Sword to its original state," Qi Ling said.
However, after thinking for a while, Sword Douluo said, "No, thank you for your kindness, Qi Ling, but perhaps this is the state I've always been pursuing."
It's only a matter of time before Sword Douluo breaks through to become Limit Douluo, and he might even reach an even higher level in the future. Perhaps after Qi Ling leaves Douluo Continent, Sword Douluo will become the new guardian god of the Douluo Continent.
Afterwards, Qi Ling met with the people in Dragon's Glory City and then returned to his house. Only two months remained before the Demon God Contention Battle resumed, and he needed to prepare.
Upon entering her room, Qi Ling, who had intended to rest, suddenly paused, then smiled helplessly and said, "I remember, aren't people of your strength supposed to be unable to freely come to the mortal realm? But this is our second meeting, Second Leader of the Demon Alliance."
Indeed, the person standing before Qi Ling was none other than the second-in-command of the Demon Alliance who had taken Luna away earlier. Looking at Qi Ling, she smiled and said, "Of course, others can't, but coincidentally, I can."
"Also, don't call me 'Second-in-Command of the Demon Alliance' anymore, it sounds too formal. My surname is Bai, and my given name is Qian. Just call me Sister Bai, after all, I'm a few years older than you."
"Alright, Sister Bai," Qi Ling said nonchalantly. "I'm sure Sister Bai didn't come just to chat with me, did you?"
Bai Qian smiled slightly and said, "Of course not. I actually came here to tell you two things. First, on behalf of the Demon Alliance, I want to apologize to you."
"I already know what Hao Long did during the competition, but I never expected him to do something like this, let alone come to this world and interfere in your struggle."
" The Demon Alliance has now completely severed ties with Hao Long and will no longer allow him to commit evil deeds under the Demon Alliance's banner. I came here specifically to explain this to you."