Chapter 109: 100,000-Year Soul Bone Ability: Ten Thousand Feet in One Line!
"What?! Xuan Zi actually lost!"
In the distance, the six High Priests of Star Luo and Princess Xu Jiujiu, who were watching the battle, were shocked beyond words by Xuan Zi's current miserable state.
"His Excellency Fallen Heaven... is he actually this strong..." Princess Xu Jiujiu murmured in a daze, her beautiful eyes reflecting the figure standing atop the pale giant palm.
The Star Luo High Priests, who understood the weight of the words "98th rank peak" even better than she did, were now dripping with cold sweat.
Having the ability to kill Xuan Zi only pointed to one possibility...
Fallen Heaven's strength was even above the 98th rank!
"A... Limit Douluo..." Shattering Star Douluo cried out in shock, his voice cracking from extreme fear.
"Fallen Heaven is actually a Limit Douluo! If we had attacked him just now... then..."
He didn't finish his sentence, but everyone present couldn't help but shudder.
"We really walked right up to the gates of hell..." Medicine Fairy Douluo patted her chest in fear, her gentle face now filled with the relief of a survivor.
High in the sky, Lin Xuan stood with his hands behind his back, quietly standing in the palm of Mahoraga, his two pairs of blood-red eyes looking down indifferently at the falling Xuan Zi.
He felt no waves in his heart regarding the current miserable state of this Super Douluo.
Since the man had schemed against him, such an end was only a matter of time.
"Incredible..."
In the Spiritual Sea, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's exclamation rang out, his tone filled with the relief of surviving a disaster and the excitement of hindsight.
"Lin Xuan, do you have any idea how close I came to being scared to death by you just now?! I never expected you could actually beat Xuan Zi. Are you kidding me?! How can you be so heaven-defying!"
For once, the Ice Empress didn't look down on Tianmeng's fuss. Instead, she nodded seriously, her ice-blue eyes filled with complexity.
If she had only pinned her hopes on Lin Xuan before, now that hope had turned into certainty.
If a genius who could defeat even a 98th-rank Super Douluo couldn't become a god, then those divinities in the heavens should all get lost.
They would be blind and unworthy of their positions.
However, she still had many questions in her heart.
"Lin Xuan, what was that Black Rope you threw earlier, and that final slash... what was going on? How could their power be so terrifying?"
That single slash was something she wouldn't have been certain of blocking even at her peak. In other words, if she were to face Lin Xuan, her end would certainly be no better than Xuan Zi's.
Lin Xuan's gaze remained on the falling Xuan Zi as he said calmly,
"That object is called Black Rope. It can disrupt the flow of Soul Power within a certain distance."
He paused. "In other words, if hit by the Black Rope, skills will be interrupted, and it can even directly break the Martial Soul Body Enhancement state."
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm gasped. "Hiss! That's so broken?! Isn't that just like the Inverted Spear of Heaven? No! It's even more heaven-defying than that!"
Lin Xuan ignored him and didn't mention that the Black Rope was actually a consumable that would eventually run out. He continued, "As for the following attack... I call it Dismantle."
"The principle is simple: the target of the slash is no longer limited to a specific object, but expanded to the entire space, thereby directly cutting through space itself."
A deathly silence fell over the Spiritual Sea.
After a moment, the Ice Empress's voice rang out again, carrying an undisguisable shock.
"Cutting through the entire space?"
She paused, suddenly thinking of something, her voice changing pitch.
"Wait... according to what you said, does that mean as long as you want to, you can cut anything? Like... the Spiritual Sea? Or... the Martial Soul itself?"
Lin Xuan nodded slightly.
"Exactly."
The Spiritual Sea fell into a dead silence once more.
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm and the Ice Empress looked at each other, seeing the same thought in each other's eyes.
Then there was no problem.
It was perfectly normal that Xuan Zi couldn't win.
After all, this person is basically cheating. How are you supposed to fight that?
...
Lin Xuan withdrew his gaze, preparing to leave with Xuan Zi's severed arm.
However, right at that moment.
"Thief, don't you dare leave!"
A furious roar suddenly exploded!
Shattering Star Douluo's figure soared into the sky, with the five High Priests behind him following suit. The auras of six Titled Douluo erupted instantly, rushing straight towards Lin Xuan!
"How can we let someone leave unscathed after they've attacked someone in our Star Luo Empire!"
Lin Xuan raised an eyebrow, feeling a bit surprised. He slowly turned his head, his two pairs of blood-red eyes calmly falling on the six charging figures.
With just that one look, Shattering Star Douluo was instantly drenched in cold sweat, but he didn't stop, maintaining his charging posture.
Just as they were about to enter attack range, a faint voice reached Lin Xuan's ears.
"Your Excellency! Wait!"
It was a voice transmission from Shattering Star Douluo.
Lin Xuan gained a bit of interest and didn't make a move.
While maintaining his offensive stance, Shattering Star Douluo transmitted his voice at a rapid pace.
"Your Excellency, your fight with Xuan Zi has already attracted the attention of everyone in the city! Many people are already rushing this way!"
"If we, the Imperial High Priests, don't act now, how can we explain ourselves to the world, to our citizens, and especially to Shrek Academy in the future?!"
"If we, the Imperial High Priests, don't act now, how can we explain ourselves to the world, to our citizens, and especially to Shrek Academy in the future?!"
Lin Xuan didn't speak, just looked at him coldly.
That gaze made Shattering Star Douluo's spine go cold, but he gritted his teeth and continued the transmission.
"So I hope you can put on a show with us! The Imperial Family will certainly present you with a generous gift in the future!"
"From now on, you will be the most honored guest of my Star Luo Empire. You may even enter and leave the Inner Imperial Palace at will!"
Lin Xuan was silent for a moment, then he nodded slightly.
Shattering Star Douluo immediately breathed a sigh of relief, a heavy stone lifting from his heart.
...
In the distance, those who had been alerted by the commotion and were quietly watching the battle saw the following scene.
The six High Priests of the Star Luo Empire attacked together, engaging in a world-shaking battle with that terrifying Fallen Heaven Douluo!
The battle was incredibly intense!
Martial Soul abilities roared and brilliant light shone, almost tearing the night sky apart!
Unfortunately, Shattering Star Douluo and the others simply didn't have the strength to confront him head-on. They were beaten back repeatedly, looking quite pathetic.
But everyone was fearless!
Every time they were pushed back, they would immediately charge forward again, vowing to eliminate this scourge for Xuan Zi and the people of the world!
The scene was so moving it would make any observer fall silent and any listener weep!
Even at the final moment, the blood-covered Shattering Star Douluo let out a furious roar, his Soul Power surging wildly as he charged directly at the Fallen Heaven Douluo!
"For the safety of all living beings..."
"Today, even if I have to blow myself up, I will take you down!"
Hearing this, Lin Xuan's eyelid twitched slightly.
Wait... are you freaking addicted to acting? You're even adding extra lines for yourself?!
But he couldn't be bothered to argue. Since they were putting on a show, they might as well do the whole thing.
Lin Xuan gave a cold snort, his voice as frigid as frost.
"I'll give you credit for your courage."
He glanced at the six "fearless" High Priests, then at the unconscious Xuan Zi on the ground, and said coldly,
"Today is just a small lesson. If there is a next time..."
"Hmph, Shrek Academy won't need to exist anymore."
As his voice fell, the holy radiance blazing sun left leg bone given by Shrek Academy suddenly lit up beneath Lin Xuan's feet!
Countless rays of brilliant golden light surged from his body, enveloping him like a suddenly rising miniature sun!
The next moment.
"Whoosh—!"
His entire being turned into a golden meteor, shooting towards the distance at a speed that could not be captured by the naked eye!
The speed was so extreme that it only left a clear golden line in the night sky that didn't dissipate for a long time.
100,000-year Soul Bone ability.
Ten Thousand Feet in One Line!
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Star Emperor Hotel, top floor.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!!!"
The violent knocking made the door frame tremble slightly.
Lin Xuan had just returned to his room. His expression was normal, but hearing the urgent knocking, he raised an eyebrow, a hint of a smile flashing in his eyes.
He then walked to the door and pulled it open, feigning confusion.
"Who is it? What's the rush?"
The next moment, a bright figure as fiery as fire burst in and grabbed his wrist.
It was Ma Xiaotao.
Her beautiful face was now filled with anxiety and panic, her eyes were even slightly red, and her voice was trembling.
"Quick, come with me! Something terrible has happened to Elder Xuan!"
Lin Xuan frowned slightly, a look of confusion appearing on his face at just the right moment.
"Elder Xuan? Something terrible? What could possibly happen to Elder Xuan?"
How could Ma Xiaotao have time for a detailed explanation? She just tightly gripped Lin Xuan's wrist with incredible force and dragged him outside.
Lin Xuan was pulled along, stumbling two steps. Immediately after, he feigned a look of sudden realization and asked in surprise, "Wait... could the commotion outside the city have been caused by Xuan Zi?"
Ma Xiaotao did not answer, only quickening her pace.
The two hurried along the corridor and arrived in front of the meeting room door.
The door was wide open, and the room was already packed with people.
Everyone from Shrek Academy was present, each with a solemn expression, silent. In the center of the meeting room stood several unexpected figures.
The Emperor of the Star Luo Empire, Xu Jiawei, and the princess, Princess Xu Jiujiu.
As well as the six great High Priests: Shattering Star Douluo, Tiansha Douluo, Giant Hammer Douluo, Giant Strength Douluo, Medicine Fairy Douluo, and Nebula Douluo.
All six Titled Douluo were covered in blood, their clothes tattered, clearly having just experienced a brutal battle.
In the corner of the meeting room, on the sofa, Xuan Zi was lying quietly.
Half of his body was stained with blood, and his right arm had been severed at the root. Although the wound had been given emergency treatment, the brutal sight was still shocking.
His eyes were tightly shut, his face pale as paper, and his breath was so weak it was almost imperceptible.
Inside the meeting room, the atmosphere was suffocatingly oppressive.
No one spoke; only the sounds of discussion from the distance outside the window, which had not yet completely subsided, drifted in faintly.
Medicine Fairy Douluo Wang Xian'er was standing beside Xuan Zi, her hands hovering, a soft emerald-green light enveloping his entire body.
After a long while, she withdrew her hands and slowly opened her eyes.
Everyone looked at her in unison, their eyes filled with expectation and anxiety.
But immediately after, Wang Xian'er shook her head.
She paused and sighed.
"Being able to barely maintain the level of ninety-five is already the greatest fortune within this misfortune."
Ninety-five.
These four words hit everyone's heart like a heavy hammer.
Just the day before, he was a peak ninety-eight-level Super Douluo; overnight, he had fallen to level ninety-five.
What does that even mean?
That represented countless years of arduous cultivation, countless efforts, and countless life-and-death trials, all washed away in an instant.
Everyone looked at each other, their hearts filled with mixed emotions.
They could not imagine what Xuan Zi's state of mind would be when he woke up and discovered that his cultivation had fallen to this point.
But when they put themselves in his shoes, they all felt like dying.
Wang Yan stood to the side. This usually steady and composed team leader was now covered in tears, biting his lip tightly to keep from making a sound.
Just then, Ma Xiaotao suddenly stepped forward. She looked at Lin Xuan, her beautiful pink eyes filled with pleading.
"Lin Xuan... can you take action and save Xuan Zi?"
She paused, as if grasping at the last straw.
"With your terrifying healing ability, you must be able to restore Xuan Zi's arm!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the meeting room changed abruptly.
Xu Jiawei's gaze instantly landed on Lin Xuan, a flash of keen light appearing in his eyes.
The six High Priests also looked at this young man in unison, their eyes filled with surprise and uncertainty.
Especially Medicine Fairy Douluo Wang Xian'er, whose gentle eyes were full of curiosity as she looked Lin Xuan up and down, as if she were getting to know this terrifyingly talented young man all over again.
Shattering Star Douluo couldn't help but speak up, "Judging by this young lady's words... Little Brother Lin Xuan also possesses healing abilities? And they don't seem weak?"
Lin Xuan's expression remained unchanged. He first bowed to Xu Jiawei and the High Priests, showing perfect etiquette.
Then, he raised his head, a look of helplessness appearing on his face, and shook his head, saying,
"Respected seniors, this junior does indeed possess healing abilities, but that ability... requires time to accumulate."
He paused and looked at the unconscious Xuan Zi, "If one were to repair injuries like Xuan Zi's... it would require at least five years."
Five years.
Ma Xiaotao was stunned. Only then did she recall what Lin Xuan had said after saving Xixi and the others in the cave.
That was the healing power he had accumulated over several years, completely exhausted in one go.
She lowered her head, her eyes turning even redder.
"...I'm sorry, I was too anxious and forgot what you said before..."
Lin Xuan shook his head, patted her shoulder gently, and said in a gentle tone, "I understand how you feel."
Then he looked at Xuan Zi again, his eyes helpless, his tone regretful, "But were it not for my insufficient strength, how could I possibly stand idly by while Xuan Zi suffers such grievous injuries?"
Xu Jiawei suddenly began to applaud.
"Clap, clap, clap."
"Good!"
Xu Jiawei walked up to Lin Xuan, looking at him with burning eyes, his gaze full of appreciation.
"What a fine sentiment—'how could I possibly stand idly by'."
He reached out and patted Lin Xuan's shoulder.
"To have such character and such a sense of responsibility at such a young age—you are truly worthy of being a student of Shrek Academy."
His voice was sincere, his tone earnest; anyone listening would feel that His Majesty the Emperor was praising him with genuine heart.
Lin Xuan lowered his head slightly and bowed again.
"Your Majesty is too kind."
Xu Jiawei waved his hand, signaling that he need not be so formal.
Immediately, he turned around and looked at everyone present, the smile on his face fading, replaced by sorrow and solemnity.
"Everyone, regardless of the circumstances, Xuan Zi met with this disaster in the capital of my Star Luo Empire. For this, I express my deepest regrets and also my deepest guilt."
He paused and continued, "If your academy is willing, my Star Luo Empire is prepared to take out the rare treasures from our national treasury to do everything possible to treat Xuan Zi's injuries."
Then his voice rose sharply, his tone extremely majestic, "At the same time! I promise here and now that my Star Luo Empire will exhaust all efforts to hunt down Fallen Heaven Douluo! To hunt down all Evil Soul Masters!"
"We are determined to restore peace and justice to the people of the world!"
These words were spoken with resounding force and righteous indignation.
The Shrek group, upon hearing this, could not help but be extremely moved.
Especially when they saw those six Star Luo High Priests, covered in blood and riddled with injuries, they were deeply touched.
For the sake of upholding justice, for the sake of fighting against Evil Soul Masters, these Star Luo experts had actually fought to the death!
Dai Yueheng straightened his back, his chest heaving slightly, his eyes full of pride, as if he were saying, 'Did you see that? This is the integrity of my Star Luo Empire! This is the responsibility of my Star Luo Empire!'
Xu Jiawei looked around, and seeing that the atmosphere had been built up sufficiently, he did not stay long.
"I shall return to the palace to handle the follow-up matters. Teacher Wang, if you have any needs, you may send someone to the palace to pass a message at any time."
Having said that, he took Princess Xu Jiujiu and the six High Priests and left the meeting room.
...
After the door closed, the atmosphere in the meeting room did not improve in the slightest.
Although the attitude of the Star Luo royal family was moving, Xuan Zi's injuries remained like a giant boulder pressing on everyone's hearts.
Xu Sanshi plopped onto a chair and let out a long sigh.
"Sigh... the Evil Soul Masters of today are becoming more and more rampant. They actually dare to act in the capital of a nation and challenge a Super Douluo head-on..."
Bei Bei gritted his teeth tightly, holding back his tears.
Dai Yueheng shook his head, his tone grave, "I didn't expect that Fallen Heaven Douluo to be so strong; even Xuan Zi was no match for him..."
"Indeed, a Limit Douluo..." Chen Zifeng murmured, "There aren't even a few existences of this level on the entire continent; I didn't expect us to run into one."
Everyone spoke up one after another, their tones filled with lingering fear and emotion. After all, that was a Limit Douluo—the peak experts among Soul Masters who were rarely seen and only lived in people's tales.
Ning Tian walked to Lin Xuan's side and gently tugged on his sleeve.
Lin Xuan turned to look at her.
Ning Tian's voice was very low as she looked into Lin Xuan's eyes with a serious expression, "I will send a message to my Sect shortly and have a Titled Douluo High Priest come here."
"To protect you, and to protect me."
Lin Xuan looked at her earnest eyes, couldn't help but reveal a smile, and nodded gently, "Okay."
Just then, Wang Yan wiped away his tears, stood up with red eyes, and looked around, his gaze sweeping over everyone.
"Alright, everyone, cheer up! Xuan Zi may be injured, but we still have a mission to complete!"
His voice gradually rose, "And that is to win the championship of the Soul Master Competition! To comfort Xuan Zi!"
He paused and suddenly revealed a hint of a smile.
"As it happens, I have some good news to tell you all."
Wang Yan took a deep breath and said word by word, "Zheng Tian Academy has voluntarily forfeited tomorrow's individual match!"
"Which means—"
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