Chapter 58: Fighting Davis with All Might (Penetrator of the Rainbow, Emerge)

"Oh, you say this Tiger Demon Cat is yours? What proof do you have?" Dai Weis said with a soft laugh.

"As the dignified First Prince of the Star Luo Empire, surely you aren't incapable of catching a spirit beast yourself, reduced to snatching one that is already heavily injured."

Nian Yun's tone was exceptionally calm, yet his eyes were chillingly cold.

"Whether we have the ability or not is not something we need to prove to you. This spirit beast is at least of the six-thousand-year level. You two are merely at the Spirit Elder realm—how could you possibly have inflicted heavy injuries upon it?"

At this moment, Zhu Zhuyun, who stood behind Dai Weis, showed no further interest in absorbing the spirit ring and stood up.

"You want proof, do you? Very well." Nian Yun stepped forward slowly, three spirit rings rising around his body.

"Nian Yun, they are both Spirit Ancestors. Forget it, exposing ourselves for the sake of that spirit beast isn't worth it." Zhu Zhuqing grabbed Nian Yun's arm, her eyes filled with worry.

"Dealing with just these two doesn't require me to go all out. Wait for me for a moment, it will be over soon." Facing two Spirit Ancestors, Nian Yun remained utterly nonchalant. "Hey, are you two coming together, or one by one?"

Seeing that Nian Yun, with merely the strength of a Spirit Elder, dared to be this arrogant, Dai Weis grew interested. "Let me see what kind of strength is capable of replacing Dai Mubai."

Roar—

The Evil-Eyed White Tiger let out a long howl and lunged forward, its mighty paw slamming down heavily. Nian Yun met the attack directly with his left hand.

"You're simply courting death. Zhuqing, your taste is truly terrible." Seeing Nian Yun's reckless behavior, Zhu Zhuyun glanced away in disdain.

Bang!

The two were sent reeling apart simultaneously. Dai Weis looked at Nian Yun in slight bewilderment. "A Defense-system Spirit Master?"

"If we're going to fight, stop chattering." Nian Yun waved his left hand, and an earthen wall rose.

"Second Spirit Skill: White Tiger Fierce Light Wave!"

A milky-white orb was spat out from the mouth of the Evil-Eyed White Tiger, instantly shattering the earthen wall. Taking advantage of the opening, Nian Yun closed the distance to Dai Weis rapidly.

He approached, leaped into the air, and threw a punch.

Dai Weis blocked with his left arm while charging power in his right. Before he could strike, Nian Yun opened his fist into a palm, grabbed Dai Weis's arm, twisted it, and delivered a fierce kick straight to his face.

A crisp slap echoed through the air. Before Dai Weis could regain his footing, Nian Yun struck again.

"Weis, watch out!"

Seeing the situation turn unfavorable, Zhu Zhuyun immediately rushed in to intervene. Facing her sharp claws, Nian Yun ducked and spun to evade.

"Oh, you finally decided to make a move?" Nian Yun stood between the two with a smile.

"Defense-system. Almost fell for your trick. But this time, you won't have a chance." Dai Weis's first and third spirit rings rose simultaneously as he charged at Nian Yun.

On the other side, Zhu Zhuyun's third spirit ring also rose as she closed in.

Zhu Zhuqing anxiously wanted to step forward, but she saw Nian Yun raise a hand to stop her.

A long blade faintly materialized in Nian Yun's hand as his third spirit ring rose. With a downward sweep of his hand, layers of rock surged upward.

A shockwave of elemental resonance erupted within Nian Yun, the Geo elements swirling in his pupils. "Vortex Vanquisher, appear!"

A powerful elemental aura burst forth, forcing the two back. Behind Nian Yun, the golden-tipped, stone-shafted Vortex Vanquisher pointed straight at the sky.

"Geo Rainfall!"

Wielding Zhongyan, Nian Yun swung down fiercely. The floating Vortex Vanquisher split into multiple spear shafts that plummeted downward.

Dai Weis and Zhu Zhuyun attempted to retreat, only to realize too late that their surroundings had been sealed off by stone walls.

Swoosh—swoosh—swoosh—

Countless spears of rain fell, instantly snapping all the trees within the area. In Zhu Zhuqing's sight, a wide, open clearing was instantly carved out.

Amidst the billowing dust, short breaths could be heard.

Dai Weis clutched his chest tightly, looking at the figure standing not far ahead within the dust, a sudden sense of terror rising in his heart.

When the dust cleared completely, the sight of Zhu Zhuyun collapsed on the ground made Dai Weis lose his composure entirely. "Ah—!"

His fourth spirit ring rose. "White Tiger Annihilation Wave!"

His previously weakened body was reinforced once more, enhancing both his speed and attack power to a brand-new level.

Nian Yun flicked his fingertips lightly, and the rock formations in Dai Weis's path shattered and reassembled.

Bang, bang, bang!

Facing the converging boulders, Dai Weis smashed them apart one by one.

Just as he was about to strike Nian Yun, Nian Yun's first and second spirit rings flashed, meeting the attack with his right hand. With a single impact, the rock shield on Nian Yun's right arm began to shed, and he retracted his hand using the recoil.

Spinning his torso, he flanked Dai Weis from the side. The shattered rock shield condensed into a spear. As both of them abruptly stopped moving, Dai Weis threw a punch backward, only to find Nian Yun standing sideways with his spear aimed squarely at his forehead.

"Weis..."

Zhu Zhuyun called out to Dai Weis in a weak voice from the ground, pulling Dai Weis's scattered thoughts back.

"First Prince of Star Luo, your current spirit power is enough to take her away and leave. But if you still want to fight, I will gladly accompany you to the end."

Thinking of Zhuyun, Dai Weis finally put away his martial soul. He glanced at Nian Yun before turning around to walk toward Zhu Zhuyun.

"Nian Yun, I will remember you. Since you know the consequences, be prepared." With those words, Dai Weis picked up Zhu Zhuyun and left. Before departing, Zhu Zhuyun cast one final glance at Zhu Zhuqing.

Nian Yun finally let out a long sigh; he had almost failed to withstand that punch from the fourth spirit ring just now.

"Nian Yun, are you alright?" Zhu Zhuqing quickly hurried to Nian Yun's side to support him.

"My spirit power is almost bottomed out. I didn't expect him to pull off a fourth spirit skill; I nearly couldn't block it. Go on and absorb your spirit ring. My domain is still enveloping the area, hurry up."

Zhu Zhuqing wanted to stand guard for Nian Yun, but Nian Yun didn't give her a chance to speak, gently pushing her toward the target.

The moment Zhu Zhuqing sat down, Nian Yun switched his martial soul to provide support for her. Not wanting Nian Yun to worry, Zhu Zhuqing eagerly began absorbing the spirit ring.

System: "Congratulations to the host for completing the one-versus-two mission. Spirit power is being distributed, and Zhu Zhuqing's subsequent main storyline, 'Clash of Star Luo,' has been unlocked."

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Heaven Dou Imperial Academy

Watching her sister stare blankly out at the balcony, Huo Wushuang walked over with a helpless sigh. "Huo Wu, you've already confirmed today's spirit duel, so why are you still so glum?"

"Brother, do you think it's possible for someone to possess two martial souls?" Huo Wu's clear eyes looked at Huo Wushuang.

"How could that be? Every spirit master is born with only one martial soul. How could anyone have two?"

Listening to Huo Wushuang's reply, Huo Wu shook her head, the doubt in her heart failing to fade in the slightest.

Inside a VIP room of the academy:

"The Young Master's side is fully prepared, and has sent me to inform you."

"I didn't expect Elder Snake Lance to be sent to notify me. Some unexpected situations have arisen here; I kindly ask the Elder to report the situation back." Nian Yun spoke humbly to the suddenly visiting She Long.

"The Young Master is already aware of the situation here. Proceed with the plan as originally scheduled."

"Understood."

Swoosh.

Confirming that She Long had departed, Nian Yun finally allowed himself to take a few deep breaths. "He unleashes his coercion the moment he arrives, as if deliberately making sure I know a Titled Douro is in my room."

...

Upon returning to the imperial palace, She Long reported the situation to Qian Renxue at the earliest opportunity.

Listening to the description, a warmth spread across Qian Renxue's cold and stern face. "Well done. Hmph, trying to act all high and mighty and ordering me around. Time to let you know who's really in charge."