Chapter 65: The Fateful Connection Between God King Tang and the Great Struggle
"Seven Treasures have their names, one says strength, two says speed, and three says soul!"
Ning Rongrong, having advanced to a Soul Elder, had even more formidable auxiliary abilities. Not only did she gain a new soul skill to enhance soul power attributes, but her ability to boost her teammates increased from 30% to 40%.
Zhao Wuji didn't hesitate, immediately targeting Ning Rongrong. In a team battle, taking out the auxiliary soul master first was common sense, especially when the auxiliary soul master wielded the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, the best auxiliary martial soul in the world.
In an instant, Zhao Wuji moved. Although speed wasn't his forte and was actually a weakness, with nearly a fifty-level difference in soul power, his movements were still too fast for Tang San and the others to track.
"First soul skill, Bind!"
Seeing this, Tang San immediately used his first soul skill, Bind, trying to slow Zhao Wuji down so they could see his movements more clearly.
However, the Blue Silver Grass, which had not yet awakened as the Blue Silver Emperor, lacked toughness. Zhao Wuji, a Soul Saint known for his strength, didn't even need to use soul power. He simply tore through the vines with his physical strength alone. Within a few breaths, he was already in front of Ning Rongrong.
"Little girl, you're out first!"
With a light shout, Zhao Wuji condensed a small light wave with his soul power and sent it flying towards Ning Rongrong.
He controlled his strength well. Considering Ning Rongrong's status as a twelve-year-old Soul Elder from the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, any severe injury would lead to relentless pursuit from the sect.
In Zhao Wuji's estimation, this attack would knock Ning Rongrong out without causing real harm.
Unexpectedly, as the light ball approached Ning Rongrong, the gem on her chest emitted a rainbow-colored glow. A circular shield expanded from it, instantly neutralizing Zhao Wuji's attack.
"Is this... a soul tool?"
Zhao Wuji frowned slightly. With Xue Qinghe's support, Nine Stars Palace's soul tool business had spread across most of the Heaven Dou Empire. Zhao Wuji had heard of these new types of soul tools, different from traditional storage tools, but he couldn't afford them.
"That's right, Teacher Zhao!"
Ning Rongrong smiled sweetly and said, "This is a level-five defensive soul tool, the Seven-Colored Heart. It can withstand a full-force attack from a Soul King. Teacher Zhao, you wouldn't use soul power above level fifty for an entrance exam, would you?"
Using soul power above level fifty in an entrance exam would make it impossible for any student to pass, turning the exam into a farce.
Zhao Wuji nodded gravely. It seemed he couldn't eliminate Ning Rongrong, which meant Tang San and the others would continue to benefit from the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda's boost until the exam ended.
"A soul tool that serves purposes beyond storage? It seems to use soul power as a medium to activate. Its intricacy surpasses even hidden weapons!"
Not far away, Tang San's pupils contracted slightly as he watched Ning Rongrong use the soul tool.
Unlike Zhao Wuji, Tang San was truly ignorant about soul tools. This was evident when, in the original story, he asked Oscar if the Star Dou Forest was a soul beast reserve of the Heaven Dou Empire during their first trip there.
Master Yu might have heard of soul tools, but in his theoretical mindset, anything that challenged traditional soul master status was heretical. He wouldn't allow his disciple to accept such things.
"Xiao San, be careful!"
Just as Tang San was marveling at the soul tool, Xiao Wu's urgent voice rang in his ears.
It turned out that Zhao Wuji, knowing he couldn't eliminate Ning Rongrong, turned and pounced toward Tang San and the others. With a mighty swing, he aimed a palm strike directly at Tang San.
Distracted by the soul tool, Tang San tried to dodge after Xiao Wu's warning but was already too late.
With a loud "smack," Tang San once again received a heavy blow, just like at the Rose Hotel.
Zhao Wuji didn't hold back in his strike against Tang San. He was lenient with Ning Rongrong due to her powerful background, but Tang San, a Blue Silver Grass soul master, had no such backingโor so Zhao Wuji thought.
The immense power of the giant bear sent Tang San's frail body flying, landing heavily after a considerable distance.
Zhao Wuji should really thank Xiao Yu. If not for Xiao Yu's butterfly effect causing Tang Hao's severe injury, Tang Hao would likely have been lurking nearby, and Zhao Wuji wouldn't escape a severe beating tonight.
"You stinking bear, I'll kill you!"
Xiao Wu was Tang San's inverse scale, just as Tang San was hers. Seeing her beloved brother receive another brutal blow, Xiao Wu was furious and charged directly at Zhao Wuji.
Zhu Zhuqing, observing this, felt speechless. Were these siblings' brains made of mush? One gets distracted in battle, and the other recklessly charges at a seventy-sixth level Soul Saint. Who gave you the courage? Did you think you were a Soul Douluo or a Title Douluo?
Being called a stinking bear made Zhao Wuji's face darken. He wasn't known for his good temper and had once been wanted by the Spirit Hall for his violent tendencies.
Facing Xiao Wu's charge, Zhao Wuji didn't hold back. Activating his first soul skill, Unmovable King Body, he sent Xiao Wu flying several meters, coincidentally crashing into the just-risen Tang San.
"Chatterbox brat, watch how old Zhao deals with you!"
Zhao Wuji roared and charged at the two like an arrow released from a bow.
Seeing Zhao Wuji's aggressive approach, Xiao Wu, as in the original story, used her second soul skill, Charm. However, due to the vast difference in soul power, Zhao Wuji broke free instantly, and the skill backlash caused Xiao Wu to faint with a roll of her eyes.
Next, Tang San entered a berserk state, unleashing countless hidden weapons like rain towards Zhao Wuji.
However, because Xiao Yu had intercepted the Iron Sheet Crystal Hairpin, Tang San lacked the Dragon Beard Needles, which could penetrate Zhao Wuji's defense. Zhao Wuji, with his formidable defense, closed in on Tang San again and delivered another heavy blow.
Despite the overwhelming barrage of hidden weapons causing some trouble for Zhao Wuji, Tang San's exceptional willpower kept him conscious despite several heavy hits. He endured, gritting his teeth and withstanding until the incense stick marking the exam time limit burned out.
Seeing the exam was over, Zhao Wuji stopped pressing the issue. Moreover, the group's talents were indeed impressive. He waved to Dai Mubai, signaling him to arrange the newcomers.
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(End of Chapter)
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