Douluo: Emerald Poison King

Chapter 498 The Aftermath of the Turmoil

How the God of Slaughter Xiu Pu Ruos deals with Tang San and Tang Chen is none of Chen Ming's business. What Chen Ming needs to deal with now is the affairs on the mainland.

Ever since the day he revealed his divine test and second martial soul, Chen Ming immediately became the center of attention across the entire continent. Only a day or two had passed, but Chen Ming could feel that the faith power he received each day had already doubled.

While it's impossible for those who know about this to become believers simply because of it, and currently only a minority know about it, the problem is that this small group already represents the pinnacle of existence on the Douluo Continent. Even if each person contributes only a small portion of their faith power, the amount of faith they can provide is enormous.

Since Chen Ming and Dugu Bo were exposed, in just a few days, several soul master families and sects have secretly gone to see Dugu Bo to discuss pledging allegiance. Several top sects, including the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the Star Crown School, and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, have sent invitations to Chen Ming, wanting to meet him privately.

The gifts from various factions alone amounted to nearly one hundred million gold soul coins, not to mention countless other items. Even so, not everyone was qualified to give gifts. Many people, despite having plenty of gold soul coins, couldn't find a way to present them.

In the Douluo Continent, gods have always been legends. Let alone those who have truly become gods, even those who can be associated with gods are all figures of legend. Apart from the Angel God, whose existence has always been explicitly acknowledged, many people in the Douluo Continent don't even believe in a second god.

Regardless of whether this world is considered low-level martial arts or not, no one can deny that the Douluo Continent's principle of supremacy based on martial prowess is undeniable. The greatest martial power in the world represents the greatest power.

Chen Ming exposed himself at this time because he wanted to use this opportunity to gain fame in Douluo Continent and then try to integrate his own forces.

After ending his "seclusion," Chen Ming began to deal with interpersonal relationships. The first group he chose to meet was the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, with whom he already had many vested interests.

Less than half an hour after giving the reply, Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo arrived at Chen Ming's temporary residence in Wuhun City through the spatial tunnel opened by Bone Douluo.

Unlike his usual gentle and elder-like demeanor, Ning Fengzhi's face this time carried a slightly restrained expression. The way he looked at Chen Ming was no longer the gaze one would give to an outstanding junior, but rather a look of reverence for a senior.

"Young friend Chen Ming, it's been a long time."

Ning Fengzhi, who was originally eloquent, sat at the table, holding a teacup, and spoke to Chen Ming in a dry voice.

"Sect Leader Ning, it's been a long time indeed."

There was really no "long time no see" to it. Let alone when he was secretly selling soul tools in Heaven Dou City, even after arriving in Spirit City, Ning Fengzhi casually greeted Chen Ming and Dugu Bo's group while looking at Ning Rongrong. It was purely a matter of making conversation when there was nothing else to say.

The scene became awkward for a moment, and Ning Fengzhi didn't know what to say. Helpless, Gu Rong, the Bone Douluo, nudged Chen Xin, who seemed to be thinking about something, and pushed him forward.

"Young friend Chen Ming, the swordsmanship you displayed that day seemed extraordinary. That longsword with three 100,000-year soul rings, could it be your second martial soul? But it doesn't seem to be related to poison attributes?" Chen Xin cursed Gu Rong inwardly, then voiced the question he had been pondering these past few days. Chen Xin hadn't expected Chen Ming to directly explain, thinking he'd just give a vague answer, but to his surprise, Chen Ming nodded and summoned his martial soul.

As the Dragon Ascension Sword was released, it unleashed a divine artifact-level aura, with dragon energy emanating from within and enveloping Chen Ming. The oppressive feeling originating from his martial spirit caused Chen Ming to straighten up and summon his Seven Kill Sword, using his own sword intent to resist.

In terms of pure swordsmanship, Chen Ming's swordsmanship is inferior to Chen Xin's, because Chen Ming is involved in too many aspects, and in his current state, he cannot be proficient in all aspects.

However, Chen Ming's Ascending Dragon Sword is far superior to Chen Xin's Seven Kill Sword. The power of destruction condensed on it is already the most advanced artistic conception. Even if it is not released, it can suppress Chen Xin's sword intent.

The Seven Kill Sword is the most powerful sword-type martial soul on the Douluo Continent, arguably the number one sword martial soul in the world. Every successor of the Seven Kill Sword is a master swordsman, and their Seven Kill Sword Technique is awe-inspiring, possessing an unyielding sword intent and heart.
But a difference in quality is a difference in quality. The Seven Kill Sword is merely a top-tier martial soul, while the Dragon Ascension Sword is a genuine divine weapon.

The Seven Kill Sword in Chen Xin's hand trembled and buzzed as if it had been electrified. Sword intent enveloped the sword and fought against the dragon energy and sword energy, constantly radiating its own presence.

Even knowing that he would no longer be oppressed if he withdrew his martial spirit or showed submission, Chen Xin would rather withstand the sword intent of Denglong than show the slightest weakness. Chen Xin's face turned red, and after a long silence, he slapped his chest, spitting a mouthful of blood onto the Seven Kill Sword.

The Seven Kill Sword absorbed Chen Xin's blood and turned bright red. The nine soul rings then transformed into nine gems and merged into the Seven Kill Sword, which had been trembling and buzzing.

Looking at Chen Xin like this, Chen Ming slowly spoke.

"Senior Chen Xin, my second martial soul was obtained with the help of a deity. It was also with the help of a deity that it grew into a true divine weapon. Although I cannot directly help Senior Chen Xin further strengthen his martial soul, I do know a place where Senior Chen Xin can continue to hone his sword intent."

As Chen Ming spoke, he looked at Ning Fengzhi, who took a sip of tea and gave an awkward but polite smile.

"Okay, I understand. It's better to be straightforward about some things."

“We have high hopes for your talent, and your relationship with our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is quite close. Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School wants to support you in order to try to gain benefits for us, whether it is to complete the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda or to help Uncle Sword and Uncle Bone make further progress, it is all possible.”

“Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is, after all, a major sect. Our business scope extends beyond Soul Masters to all walks of life. So, we are bound to be able to provide you with assistance.”

“We’ve analyzed you in detail. You’re a very sentimental person, so we trust you a lot. We just don’t know if you need our help.”

(End of this chapter)