The grand halls of Spirit Hall were abuzz with activity as Xin Tian sat cross-legged within the sacred Awakening Chamber, a secluded space reserved for prodigies. Today marked a momentous day—Xin Tian would awaken the remaining martial souls that lay dormant within him.
The elders, including Qian Daoliu and Bibi Dong, stood as witnesses. Even they were uncertain of the power that might be unleashed.
Preparation for Awakening
"Xin Tian," Bibi Dong began, her tone both cautious and expectant, "you've already awakened some of the most powerful martial souls ever seen. If all eleven awaken today, the power you wield may surpass even the gods."
Qian Daoliu nodded. "This is uncharted territory. Be prepared for anything."
Xin Tian remained calm, his gaze steady. "The heavens have entrusted me with these martial souls. I will not falter."
As the ceremony began, the room filled with divine energy. The system's voice echoed in Xin Tian's mind:
System Notification:
• Activation Process Initiated.
• Remaining martial souls will awaken sequentially.
The Awakening Process
The Divine Dragon Soul, Eclipse Sword, and Celestial Halo, already awakened, glowed faintly as Xin Tian's energy surged. One by one, the dormant martial souls awakened, each unleashing a wave of power that left the elders in awe.
1. Void Walker
• A shadowy figure materialized behind Xin Tian, its form shifting between the void and reality.
• Ability: Dimensional Rift – Grants the ability to teleport across short distances and distort space.
• Spirit Ring: A 100,000-year ring formed automatically.
Qian Daoliu gasped. "To manipulate space itself... such a martial soul hasn't been seen in eons!"
2. Celestial Bow
• A radiant bow appeared, glowing with celestial light. Its string hummed with divine energy.
• Ability: Starfall Arrow – Fires energy arrows that explode upon impact, covering a wide area.
• Spirit Ring: Another 100,000-year ring emerged, golden and radiant.
3. Ethereal Phoenix
• A majestic phoenix of translucent fire spread its wings, illuminating the chamber with a holy glow.
• Ability: Rebirth Flame – Revives allies and heals wounds within its range.
• Spirit Ring: A fiery red ring turned golden as the system enhanced it to 100,000 years.
The elders exchanged stunned looks. "A support ability of such magnitude... this is divine intervention," one muttered.
4. Primordial Tome
• A glowing book hovered before Xin Tian, its pages flipping as if reading itself.
• Ability: Fate Rewrite – Allows limited manipulation of probability and events.
• Spirit Ring: A golden ring with runic patterns formed around Xin Tian.
"This power defies the laws of reality itself," Bibi Dong murmured, her expression unreadable.
5. Heavenly Scythe
• A colossal scythe appeared, its blade shimmering with both light and shadow.
• Ability: Judgment Cleave – Deals devastating damage to enemies while draining their spirit power.
• Spirit Ring: Another 100,000-year ring encircled Xin Tian.
6. Soul Mirror
• A mirror of crystalline light floated above Xin Tian, reflecting infinite possibilities.
• Ability: Mimicry – Copies an opponent's martial soul ability temporarily.
• Spirit Ring: A golden ring with intricate designs materialized.
Qian Daoliu's voice trembled. "With this ability, he can turn any opponent's strength against them..."
7. Starlight Compass
• A celestial compass spun into existence, its needles pointing toward the heavens.
• Ability: Guiding Star – Enhances allies' abilities and provides battlefield control.
• Spirit Ring: A luminous golden ring appeared, exuding an aura of leadership.
8. Godly Mandate
• A divine aura filled the room as Xin Tian's final martial soul awakened—a radiant insignia representing the will of the heavens.
• Ability: Divine Decree – Affects all within range, forcing them to obey Xin Tian's will.
• Spirit Ring: The system bestowed a dazzling red-gold ring, surpassing even 100,000 years.
The Aftermath
The energy within the Awakening Chamber slowly subsided as Xin Tian opened his eyes. His eleven martial souls floated around him, their power harmonizing into a divine aura that left even the elders kneeling in reverence.
Bibi Dong rose to her feet, her voice steady but filled with emotion. "With these martial souls, you are no longer simply Spirit Hall's prodigy. You are its future... its arbiter of destiny."
Qian Daoliu stepped forward. "Xin Tian, you are now the beacon that will guide Spirit Hall into a new era. The heavens have truly chosen you."
System Panel Update
As the awakening concluded, Xin Tian accessed the updated system panel:
[System Panel]
• Name: Xin Tian
• Title: Celestial Arbiter
• Spirit Power: Rank 40 (Spirit Ancestor)
• Martial Souls (Awakened):
1. Divine Dragon Soul (Skill: Infernal Domain)
2. Eclipse Sword (Skill: Lunar Slash)
3. Celestial Halo (Skill: Divine Shield)
4. Void Walker (Skill: Dimensional Rift)
5. Celestial Bow (Skill: Starfall Arrow)
6. Ethereal Phoenix (Skill: Rebirth Flame)
7. Primordial Tome (Skill: Fate Rewrite)
8. Heavenly Scythe (Skill: Judgment Cleave)
9. Soul Mirror (Skill: Mimicry)
10. Starlight Compass (Skill: Guiding Star)
11. Godly Mandate (Skill: Divine Decree)
A New Era Begins
Xin Tian stood tall, his eleven martial souls surrounding him in a radiant display of power. The system chimed once more:
New Quest Unlocked:
• Title: The Heavens' Vanguard
• Objective: Lead Spirit Hall to its rightful dominance across the Douluo Continent.
• Reward: Divine Martial Spirit Integration (Fusion Ability).
Xin Tian smiled faintly. The heavens have entrusted me with this power for a reason. It's time to reshape the world, one step at a time.
End of Chapter 4