Chapter 132: Absolute Overpowering Force
Despite Yu Xiaogang's countless reminders, Tang San detested failure.
Unlike in the original tale, Tang San's Eight Spider Lances hadn't undergone refinement by the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, nor had he absorbed the energy of a ten-thousand-year Man-Faced Demon Spider. Even the Man-Faced Demon Spider he had acquired only had a cultivation level of around fifteen hundred years, so its enhancement effect wasn't as substantial as in the original.
Therefore, to secure victory, Tang San had only one choice: the Clear Sky Hammer.
As soon as the Clear Sky Hammer appeared, Tang San gripped it tightly, his body twisting as he drove power from his lower leg, spinning to meet the oncoming Xie Wu with a devastating strike.
Boom—
Though Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer didn't have any attached soul rings, his soul power had surpassed the level of a Soul Elder, and its weight now exceeded five hundred jin (around 250 kg), giving it power well beyond Xie Wu's, even under the enhancement of his fourth soul skill.
Xie Wu, facing the Clear Sky Hammer head-on, was instantly sent flying by its terrifying force.
On the main platform, Emperor Xue Ye, recovering from the initial shock of seeing the Clear Sky Hammer, slowly returned to his seat, saying gravely, "Who would have thought that Tang San is a twin martial soul wielder, and a disciple of the Clear Sky Clan!"
Beside him, Ning Fengzhi smiled faintly. "Indeed, Your Majesty, this Tang San is the son of the Clear Sky Douluo."
"Clear Sky Douluo!"
A gleam appeared in Emperor Xue Ye's eyes, and he looked at Tang San on the arena as if he were a priceless treasure.
"Tang Hao's spawn!"
Ning Fengzhi didn't lower his voice; in fact, he had deliberately revealed Tang San's identity for all to hear. Salas's eyes turned icy upon hearing Ning Fengzhi's words, and he signaled to a guard behind him, who understood and quietly exited the arena grounds.
Ning Fengzhi's decision to reveal Tang San's identity publicly wasn't intended as a betrayal but a necessary choice.
The Clear Sky Clan had been isolated for over a decade, with no direct disciples outside. The only one out in the world was Tang Hao, and Ning Fengzhi knew this well—he believed the Spirit Hall knew it too.
From the moment Tang San revealed the Clear Sky Hammer, hiding his lineage became meaningless. The Spirit Hall would inevitably deduce that Tang San was Tang Hao's son.
Thus, Ning Fengzhi decided to put everything on the table. While Tang San would now be a target for the Spirit Hall, it would also draw the protection of the Heaven Dou Empire.
Ning Fengzhi was confident that Emperor Xue Ye wouldn't pass up the opportunity to befriend a powerful Titled Douluo with a deep-seated grudge against the Spirit Hall.
"Chaotic Cloak!"
Meanwhile, on the arena, Tang San, using Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, pursued Xie Wu as he was flung backward, swinging the Clear Sky Hammer with each step forward.
The Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique continuously builds momentum, with each strike more powerful than the last, the force stacking with each successive hit.
By the time Tang San caught up to Xie Wu, the Chaotic Cloak had reached its tenth strike. With a fierce shout, he brought the Clear Sky Hammer down on Xie Wu's chest with a powerful rush of air.
Bang!
Though Xie Wu had quickly summoned his soul power for defense, it crumbled like paper before the stacked power of the Clear Sky Hammer. The hammer struck his chest with a powerful impact, creating a visible dent as he was blasted off the stage like a cannonball, landing heavily outside the arena.
"Next!"
Tang San took a deep breath, suppressing the dizziness from his hurried use of the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique. Raising the Clear Sky Hammer in one hand, he pointed it at the Nine Stars Palace waiting area, his expression cold.
There was no way he'd forget the beating he took in Nine Stars Palace. Now that he had a chance to redeem himself, he wouldn't miss the opportunity to vent his frustration.
"You're asking for death!"
Tang San's provocative stance instantly angered everyone at Nine Stars Palace. Xiao Yu, casting a cold glance at the barely-standing Tang San, held back Huo Wu, who was next in line to take the stage.
"What are you doing?"
Huo Wu looked at Xiao Yu in confusion.
Xiao Yu shook his head. "Tang San has already been forced to use the Clear Sky Hammer and won't be using his Blue Silver Grass martial soul, which your fire abilities can restrain. Besides, you lack defensive soul skills."
"You're underestimating me!"
Before Xiao Yu could finish, Huo Wu glared at him. "Tang San isn't in great shape after his fight with Xie Wu, so why are you so sure I would lose?"
"I didn't say you'd lose, but if you go up, you'll most likely end up in a drawn-out battle."
Xiao Yu's eyes flashed coldly. "This kid is so arrogant; I can't stand it even for a second longer. He needs to understand what harsh reality feels like!"
With that, Xiao Yu wrapped an arm around Huo Wu, gently rubbing her back. "Consider it a little indulgence for me. I want to see how it feels to watch this cocky brat get instantly crushed."
Huo Wu huffed, realizing that while Xiao Yu's words sounded pleasant, he was clearly worried she might struggle against Tang San. But, after a moment's thought, she also saw that he was concerned about her getting hurt. After all, the Clear Sky Hammer's power, as the renowned "world's top weapon martial soul," had been legendary for over a century.
After placating Huo Wu, Xiao Yu turned to Cang Mo, who was originally fourth in the lineup and wasn't initially scheduled to fight. "Cang Mo, go teach that brat a lesson!"
"Young master, leave it to me!"
Cang Mo grinned with a menacing smile, nodding to Xiao Yu before making an exceptionally bold entrance.
With a light push off his toes, he leapt from the viewing platform, landing gracefully on the railing, and executed a flawless 360-degree spin before settling firmly in the center of the arena. Fixing his gaze on Tang San, he sneered, "Brat, you'll pay for your arrogance!"
Tang San tightened his grip on the Clear Sky Hammer, responding coldly, "If you've got the skills, bring it on!"
"Watch closely, then!"
Cang Mo roared, and a blazing lion manifested behind him, its body shrouded in flames. Five soul rings—yellow, yellow, purple, black, black—shone brilliantly, leaving the audience in stunned silence.
A Soul King with five rings, boasting a configuration beyond the optimal arrangement!
In an instant, Cang Mo's appearance overshadowed Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer. Even Ning Fengzhi couldn't remain calm.
Ning Fengzhi had long known of Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer, but he was aware that Xiao Yu was the only one from Nine Stars Palace who had achieved the feat of absorbing soul rings beyond their age limit. Now, seeing Cang Mo possess this ability as well suggested that Nine Stars Palace might have perfected a method for absorbing high-level soul rings.
"Fifth Soul Skill, Blazing Burst!"
In an instant, flames engulfed Cang Mo's entire body. With a powerful push of his legs, he shot toward Tang San like a lightning bolt, blazing like an arrow.
Feeling the intense heat approaching, Tang San's expression changed drastically. Quickly, he began swinging his Clear Sky Hammer once more, employing the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique.
But Cang Mo's speed was too great—by the time Tang San had stacked only three strikes, Cang Mo was already upon him.
(End of Chapter)
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