Douluo Continent: The Martial Soul Luo Sanpao, a Counterattack Against the Dragon God

Chapter 5 The Vast Bright Empire, Level 97 Poison Douluo!

The clamor of voices eventually coalesced into fervent prayers.

The believers prostrated themselves on the ground, offering their faith to the figure above the temple with a purer and more powerful force than ever before.

At the highest point of the temple, Yu Jingcheng stood with his hands behind his back, feeling the surging power of faith washing over his soon-to-be-completed divine position, causing even the last barrier to show signs of loosening.

However, Yu Jingcheng's face did not show much joy, but rather a hint of helpless frustration.

"Pig... This Heavenly Retribution is really... showing absolutely no mercy."

Yu Jingcheng said to himself in a low voice, with a self-deprecating tone.

Sixty years of aloofness and majesty, the establishment of the empire's glory, and a transcendent status that is almost godlike.

The phrase "body of a pig" seems somewhat comical in comparison.

He could imagine the wonderful expressions on the faces of his people in his hometown, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, on the distant Douluo Continent at this moment.

However, after a brief period of helplessness, what followed was a sense of relief and catharsis that had finally been released after sixty years.

"The best of the best...the worst of the worst..."

A complex emotion flashed in Yu Jingcheng's eyes.

He had no ill feelings toward his nephew, Yu Xiaogang, whom he had never met.

There was only a trace of pity from someone who also possessed the "Luo Sanpao" martial soul.

But the words of Heaven also accurately revealed the most fundamental difference between the uncle and nephew—their choices when facing difficulties.

One choice is to face the challenge head-on and defy fate.

One option is to wallow in self-pity and escape reality.

"Elder brother, father, uncle..."

Now you should know that my choice, Yu Jingcheng's choice, was not wrong, right?

Yu Jingcheng murmured softly, as if bidding farewell to the past sixty years ago.

Just then, several streaks of light shot down from beneath the sacred mountain, landing behind Yu Jingcheng and kneeling on one knee.

Leading the group was an elderly man with a resolute face, clad in armor of light; he was the Pope of the Empire of Light.

He is also Yu Jingcheng's most loyal follower, a level 97 Super Douluo.

"His Majesty!"

The old pope's voice trembled slightly with excitement.

"The divine revelation of the Heavenly Dao has spread throughout the four borders of the empire!"
The people weep for your past and are awestruck by your will!
The empire's faith is united like never before!

Yu Jingcheng slowly turned around, his demigod aura naturally flowing out, making the surrounding light elements incredibly docile.

"Get up."

Yu Jingcheng said calmly.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

The old pope and a group of high-ranking officials rose respectfully.

"What are your thoughts on the matter of the Heavenly Curtain?"

Yu Jingcheng's gaze swept over everyone.

The old pope stepped forward and said in a deep voice:
"Your Majesty, this is a golden opportunity!"
Heaven will vindicate you and let the world know your greatness!

More importantly, that "blessing from heaven" actually has the power to defy fate and change one's destiny!

Ning Fengzhi, merely tenth place, was able to have his martial spirit shattered and then rebuilt.

If Your Majesty is on the list, the blessings you receive may... help you take that final step!

Yu Jingcheng nodded slightly, as this coincided with his thoughts.

He is just one opportunity away from becoming a god.

He originally planned to use time and effort, spending several more years, to forcefully break through the barrier with the power of the entire empire's faith.

But now, this Heavenly Dao Ranking is undoubtedly a shortcut!
“However, Your Majesty,”

Another minister spoke with a worried expression.

"The Sky Curtain has also completely exposed your existence to that... Old Continent."

"Your homeland, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and the top powers of that continent will likely all be extremely interested in you, perhaps even... covetous." Upon hearing this, Yu Jingcheng's lips curled into a meaningful smile.

"Covet it? Let them come."

His eyes gleamed with confidence:
"I had always planned to return home in glory after becoming a god."

Now, it's just that this process has been accelerated a bit.

Yu Jingcheng paused, his tone carrying a hint of imperial authority and decisiveness.

"Give me the order!"

"exist!"

All the senior executives bowed in unison.

"First, appease the people by defining this divine revelation as a 'sign before the descent of the God of Light,' and further solidify their faith."

"Secondly, the Empire has entered a state of high alert!"
Strengthen coastal patrols and be vigilant against any uninvited guests from across the ocean.

"third."

Yu Jingcheng's gaze deepened.

"Send people to prepare a nautical chart for the journey to Douluo Continent."

Perhaps it won't be long before we... go home and visit.

"As ordered!"

The others obeyed and left, leaving only Yu Jingcheng atop the temple.

He looked up again at the sky, which had returned to calm, as if he could pierce through the endless void and see another continent.

"In three days?"

"Where exactly does my Light Dragon King rank?"

"And... what kind of blessing will Heaven bestow upon me?"

An unprecedented sense of anticipation rose within him.

Sixty years of forbearance and accumulation may well shine brightest in this grand review of the heavens!

Douluo Continent, within the Heaven Dou Empire, Sunset Forest.

Deep within this vast forest lies a valley perpetually shrouded in a colorful, poisonous miasma, a place that even ordinary soul beasts and titled Douluo dare not venture into lightly.

However, beyond this deadly barrier lies a paradise-like haven.

Half of it is as red as fire, and the other half is as white as frost. A strange spring is flowing in the center of it, emitting extreme heat and cold.

This place is the eye of both ice and fire.

At this moment, on a blue stone beside the spring, sat a tall, thin old man with long green hair.

He is the master of this treasure land, the titled Douluo known as "Poison"—Dugu Bo.

The grand sound of the sky had long since dissipated, but Dugu Bo still maintained his posture of looking up at the sky.

He was completely frozen in place, except for his pair of emerald green eyes, which were contracting and trembling violently.

It reveals the turbulent emotions churning within Dugu Bo's heart.

Behind him stood a middle-aged man with the same green hair, whose face resembled his but whose temperament was more composed. This was his son, the level 89 Soul Douluo, Dugu Xin.

Beside Dugu Xin stood a pretty young girl, his granddaughter Dugu Yan.

"Grandpa...you..."

Seeing her grandfather's unprecedented loss of composure, Dugu Yan spoke with concern.

"Father."

Dugu Xin's eyes were also filled with shock and confusion.

"The one mentioned on the sky... Yu Jingcheng, is someone you often talk about..."

"Shut up!"

Dugu Bo suddenly shouted, interrupting his son.

He slowly stood up from the bluestone. His terrifying soul power, which was as high as level ninety-seven, was somewhat out of control due to the intense fluctuations in his emotions, making the surrounding air thick and oppressive.

(End of this chapter)