Using the Earth Rank Mid Level Dou Technique twice in a row depleted a large amount of Yun Tianming's Dou Qi, causing his breath to become increasingly rapid.
"Hoo~"
"It's fortunate that Flame Mantra has evolved to Earth Rank Mid Level, otherwise it really couldn't sustain such consumption."
Operating his Qi Method, absorbing the energy of heaven and earth, Yun Tianming's complexion gradually improved.
"What Qi Method is this? It's unexpectedly more high-level than the one this Protector practices?"
Seeing this, Protector Wu's expression became even more unsightly. He practiced the Earth Rank Low Level Qi Method of the Hall of Souls, which was considerably more powerful than some Qi Methods of the same level on the mainland.
However, the mysterious and subtle aspects of the Flame Mantra are no less than an Earth Rank High-level Qi Method, widening the gap in an instant.
If it weren't for Yun Tianming being only at the Dou Spirit level, Protector Wu's injuries would be even more severe.
Before Protector Wu could catch his breath, attacks from Yun Yun and Queen Medusa struck again, genuine blows from Dou Ancestors!
"Damn it."
Protector Wu, struggling to deal with two opponents, attempted to flee several times but was held back by the relentless Yun Shan.
"Even if I have to risk my life today, I will keep you here!!"
With his disciple Yun Yun breaking through to Dou Ancestor, securing the Misty Cloud Sect's safety, Yun Shan had no more worries. He fiercely engaged Protector Wu in close combat.
"You old fool, Yun Shan!"
With anger, Protector Wu sent Yun Shan flying with a palm strike, only to be struck by Yun Yun's sword from behind, spitting out a mouthful of blood.
"Go down!"
Queen Medusa seized the opportunity and pursued the advantage, conjuring a colorful energy python with a raised hand, smashing heavily down from above Protector Wu's head, sending him crashing to the ground.
"Very good, just like this, his strength is becoming weaker and weaker."
Yun Tianming narrowed his eyes, a strong killing intent emanating from his gaze. His hands began to form complex soul seals, and in an instant, a terrifying Soul Power enveloped the entire area, causing everyone present to look on in astonishment.
"Is this... Soul Technique?!"
"It can't be! Soul Techniques has been lost for many years, only preserved by those ancient races."
"Could it be that you are also from one of those families?!"
Protector Wu was suddenly shocked and pale.
Although the Hall of Souls was one of the top forces on the Dou Qi Continent, it still paled in comparison to the ancient clans.
They were transcendent forces that could be mentioned in the same breath as his Hun Clan that created the Hall of Souls!
"Such formidable Soul Power!"
Yun Yun widened her eyes, revealing a thoughtful expression.
Back when they were in the Magic Beast Mountains, the reason she was able to kill the Amethyst Winged Lion King was probably also due to Yun Tianming's covert help, right?
But then again,
With Yun Tianming possessing such formidable Soul Power, how could a mere Yellow Dragon's poison make him lose his sanity?
In other words, that day, it was intentional!
Yun Yun suddenly realized, a blush of embarrassment and anger flooding her cheeks. She couldn't help but feel bitter in her heart: Ah, who would have thought that this seemingly harmless young man would be so audacious!
"Interesting, this overwhelming Soul Power, even I, as I am now, would probably struggle to resist."
A hint of brilliance flashed through Queen Medusa's pale purple eyes.
She didn't reject men who were stronger than her!
Run!
Without any hesitation, Protector Wu, upon realizing the danger, immediately turned and fled.
"Haha! Are you scared?"
With blood in his mouth, Yun Shan once again unleashed a large amount of wind barriers, blocking Protector Wu's path.
For the past few months, he had been threatened by Protector Wu every day, feeling exhausted both mentally and physically, on the verge of giving in to the other party.
Now seeing Protector Wu's miserable appearance, it relieved Yun Shan of a great deal of resentment.
Inadvertently, a thought came through, and Yun Shan, who had been stuck at the peak of Dou Emperor for many years, faintly showed signs of breaking through the bottleneck.
"Boom!"
Protector Wu shattered Yun Shan's wind barrier with a palm strike, but just in that moment of delay, he was entangled again by Yun Yun and Queen Medusa from behind, unable to escape at all.
"Wait, wait a moment!"
"Let's talk!"
"I am from the Hall of Souls. If you kill me, you will suffer devastating retaliation!"
Protector Wu issued a threat with a fierce expression, but inwardly, he was somewhat unsure.
Yun Yun and Queen Medusa frowned, and their attacks involuntarily weakened slightly.
Although they weren't afraid of retaliation from the Hall of Souls, with Misty Cloud Sect and the Snake People Tribe behind them, they couldn't help but worry about their own forces.
The power of the Hall of Souls was indeed very frightening. Just a mere protector possessed the strength of a Dou Ancestor. What about the higher-ups? Wouldn't they have Dou Venerate level experts?
In that case, wouldn't destroying them be as easy as crushing ants?
"Protector Wu, you seem to be overestimating your own value a bit."
"Just a regional protector, there are plenty in the Hall of Souls. The death of one won't even draw the attention of the elders."
Yun Tianming sneered recklessly.
He had a basis for saying this. In the original work, Xiao Yan had already killed two protectors of the Hall of Souls, but the Hall of Souls didn't send anyone to retaliate. After all, the Hall of Souls conducted shady activities behind the scenes. If they were killed, it wasn't something new. If they were to retaliate for just one protector's death, wouldn't the Hall of Souls end up at war with all the forces in the Central Plains?
Moreover, in peripheral areas like the Jia Ma Empire, the influence of the Hall of Souls is very weak. Otherwise, Protector Wu wouldn't have to go to such lengths to control the Misty Cloud Sect, using the latter's local power to get things done.
"You... You are indeed from those families!!"
Seeing Yun Tianming so knowledgeable about the Hall of Souls' affairs, Protector Wu became even more convinced that the latter belonged to the ancient clans.
Yun Tianming didn't explain this. Inheriting the Ling Clan's Dou God Soul Technique, he could barely be considered half a member of the Ling Clan, right?
"Soul Technique: Divine Finger!"
Yun Tianming completed the final seal, and invisible giant Soul fingers appeared in the sky.
Except for Yun Shan, who couldn't see it, all Dou Ancestors present could clearly see the substantial five giant fingers.
"I'll fight you to the end!"
Protector Wu, seeing this, panicked as well. He quickly pulled out a pouch from his sleeve, from which he took out a large number of Soul bodies. These were Alchemist Soul bodies he had been chasing on the mainland for years, originally meant to be supplied to the Hall of Souls. Now, in order to save his life, he couldn't care less about that.
"Myriad Phenomena: Funeral of Souls!"
The distorted Soul bodies were forcibly gathered together, forming a rather eerie black skull that continuously released Soul shockwaves!
"What is this... Ah?!"
Yun Shan was only hit by the shockwave's aftermath, but he was sent flying, his eyes rolling back as he foamed at the mouth, unconscious.
"Sister Yun'er, Your Majesty, you two step back!"
Yun Tianming shielded the two women, bracing against the first wave of Soul shock.
"Tianming, please be careful!"
Yun Yun gritted her teeth, her face full of worry.
"Hmph! You're not allowed to die until you refine the Spirit Fusion Pill for me!"
Queen Medusa snorted coldly.
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