Douluo Continent: From Internal Martial Arts to the Law of Heaven and Earth

"Is this kid really only seven years old? I'd believe you if you said he was seventeen."

Perhaps due to his excessive wariness of Tang Shan's earlier scrutiny of his granddaughter, Dugu Bo was the first to question him, clearly indicating that he didn't know much about Tang Shan.

"Tang Shan is indeed only seven years old, but he was born with full soul power, and his martial soul is the original martial soul 'Ben Zun'. Under the influence of the martial soul, he developed faster."

Before Tang Shan could even open his mouth to explain, Xue Qinghe had already answered the question for him.

Ultimately, Tang Shan was someone she brought with her. If she doubted Tang Shan's age, wouldn't that be tantamount to doubting Xue Qinghe's abilities from another perspective?

"A true body martial soul? Could it be the true body martial soul mentioned in the sixth treatise on martial souls, which has special potential but hasn't yet found the correct cultivation method?"

This was a middle-aged man, burly and with a masculine appearance, but Tang Shan did not recognize his true identity.

"I am Ning Fengzhi. The one who spoke just now is an elder of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, a Soul Douluo powerhouse, Yu Xuancang."

Ning Fengzhi's voice transmission reached Tang Shan's ears, informing him of the middle-aged man's identity and also aiming to leave a good impression on Tang Shan.

Tang Shan nodded slightly in the direction of Ning Fengzhi to express his gratitude, and then answered Yu Xuancang's question.

"That's right, it is indeed my main body martial soul. My martial soul includes my entire body, also known as my true body martial soul."

"How could anyone possibly have two soul rings that are both a thousand years old? Even I, Yu Tianheng, couldn't do it, so how could anyone else possibly do it!"

The boy sitting next to Yu Xuancang was somewhat surprised, his voice filled with disbelief.

Without needing any introduction, he revealed his family background himself; he was Yu Tianheng, the eldest grandson of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's leader.

"Tianheng, silence! This is not a place for you to cause trouble."

Clearly, at this point, the "prodigy" had not yet experienced the harsh realities of society, and coupled with his young age, he was in a state of arrogance and disdain. If it weren't for his elders keeping him in check, he probably would have already challenged Tangshan.

Dugu Yan didn't speak, but instead stared at Tang Shan with her large purple eyes, which made Dugu Bo's already gloomy face even darker.

"To have such cultivation at such a young age is unprecedented."

When Sword Douluo Chen Xin first met Tang Shan, he carefully looked him up and down for a moment before offering his assessment.

Seeing that everyone was gradually digesting the shock brought by Tang Shan, Emperor Xue Ye's smile became even brighter: "Hey, what Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, Dugu Family, so what if your family has geniuses? My royal family also has geniuses! A seven-year-old Great Soul Master, two purple soul rings, I ask you, is there another one like him on the entire continent?"

Yu Xuancang cleared her throat and turned to face Emperor Xueye: "Your Majesty, what about Tian Heng joining the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy?"

"Don't worry, with Tianheng's talent, it's a great honor for the Royal Academy to be able to join it. It's just that Tianheng may be needed to represent the Empire in the Continental Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academies later on."

The Great Emperor feigned difficulty on a snowy night.

"Since you've joined the academy, you're now a part of it, and it's only right that you bring honor to the academy."

Yu Xuancang answered very readily.

"In that case, there's no problem! I guarantee that Tianheng will receive the most top-tier treatment from the Royal Academy, with all kinds of cultivation resources and instructors fully utilized."

The words of the Snow Night Emperor were full of heroic spirit.

"Then I will also entrust my granddaughter to His Majesty."

Dugu Bo's distinctive, cold voice rang out.

"Your Majesty, rest assured, your granddaughter will receive the same treatment as Tianheng, and will be nurtured with the same resources. I will personally have Xuexin handle their enrollment matters."

Emperor Xueye patted his chest to assure him, then turned his gaze to Tang Shan, who was sitting next to Xue Qinghe, and said in a kind tone, "Tang Shan, would you like to join the Royal Academy? Self-cultivation is ultimately not as good as having a teacher to guide you. I can ask the top teachers of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy to teach you."

This shows that Emperor Xue Ye's many years as emperor were not for nothing. Even though Tang Shan had joined Xue Qinghe's ranks and, in a sense, had joined the royal family and become his subject, Xue Qinghe still questioned Tang Shan rather than gave him orders.

In fact, Emperor Xueye saw things very clearly: Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng joining the Royal Academy would only be temporary. After graduation, those who were supposed to return to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan would return to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and those who were supposed to return to the Dugu family would return to the Dugu family.

The experience of studying at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy is only a fragment of life. The academy has no ability to completely bind them to the Heaven Dou Empire. It would be good enough if they could leave behind a trace of kinship.

After all, it's just an academy.

A certain academy in the future says: That's because your strength and skills are insufficient! Learn about the Shrek brainwashing method; you deserve it.

Emperor Xueye knew very well that Tang Shan was the future pillar of their Heavenly Dou Empire. Such a genius had to be given the respect he deserved.

Tang Shan did not immediately agree, even though he had already discussed it with Xue Qinghe.

He feigned hesitation, looked at Xue Qinghe with a questioning expression, the meaning of which was all too clear: I will listen to Xue Qinghe.

This simple move didn't make most people think much of it, except for the shrewd Ning Fengzhi and Emperor Xueye, who were moved by it.

Emperor Xueye: It seems Qinghe has almost won over the hearts of the people of Tangshan. That's good. If Qinghe ascends the throne in the future, it's best to keep the top experts in his own hands, instead of letting the core military force fall into the control of others like I did.

If Xue Xin hadn't saved Dugu Bo back then, how could this overwhelming power of mass killing have fallen into his hands?

With Tangshan in power, Qinghe can truly secure its military foundation in the future.

Thinking of this, a dark glint flashed in Emperor Xueye's eyes. On the surface, he maintained a good relationship with Princess Xuexin, but in reality, it was only a pretense. After all, it was Princess Xuexin, not him, who had saved Dugu Bo in the first place.

He needed the deterrent effect of Dugu Bo's ability to kill in groups, and Prince Xuexin needed the enjoyment of her princely status; this created a balance between the two brothers.

Otherwise, how could he allow the existence of a prince? That's practically a position second only to the emperor, above tens of thousands of people. Anyone with a bit of ambition, how could they not covet that ultimate position?

If it weren't for the good relationship between Emperor Xueye and Ning Fengzhi when they were young, and the deterrent effect of two Title Douluos, he really wouldn't be able to guarantee who would be sitting in this position now.

Ning Fengzhi: It's a pity. Xue Qinghe acted too quickly and has completely won over the hearts of the people of Tangshan. It's probably impossible to win over such a genius to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School now. But it's good though. As long as he doesn't side with the Spirit Hall, it's a good thing for the Heaven Dou Empire and our sect.

With two thousand-year soul rings and innate full soul power at the age of seven, even though the cultivation system of his main martial soul is not yet mature, this potential is enough to make the entire continent take notice.

Since we can't take it for ourselves, it's always good to make some investments in advance.

Maintaining friendly relations with future top powerhouses is a sure-fire way to make money for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, which relies on support skills.

The two old foxes were each plotting their own schemes, but Xue Qinghe didn't think so much. Seeing Tang Shan seeking his opinion, he knew that the other party was trying to increase his importance in Emperor Xue Ye's heart. Touched, he nodded slightly on the surface.

After receiving Xue Qinghe's response, Tang Shan turned to Emperor Xue Ye and said, "Your Majesty, I am willing to join the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy."

Emperor Xueye nodded and said, "Alright!"

Looking at Tang Shan and Xue Qinghe, an uncontrollable thought arose in his mind: Can Tang Shan and Qinghe restore the glory of Tian Dou back then? Devouring stars... Devouring stars... to fulfill the long-cherished wish that his grandfather could not realize until his death.

Thinking of this, Emperor Xueye was unusually excited and said without hesitation, "Tang Shan, I've decided. After you join the Royal Academy, you will enjoy the same treatment as Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan!"

Such generous treatment did not surprise anyone present. After all, with the first and second soul rings of the millennium already in place, even though the future of his original martial soul was still uncertain, Tang Shan's talent and past achievements alone made him a strong contender for the Title Douluo title.

Regardless of the Title Douluo combat power of this martial soul, its cultivation level cannot be faked. Even if it's weak, how could it be weaker than Poison Douluo Dugu Bo? That's impossible!

Even at the very least, his cultivation level alone is enough to crush the vast majority of Soul Douluos.

A certain million-year-old ice silkworm lowered its head: It possesses at least the cultivation of a Limit Douluo, yet its daily combat strength is no match for a ten-thousand-year-old soul beast, unless it uses its mental power to self-destruct. Sorry, I've lowered the bar for "overpowering others with force."

"Your Majesty, isn't this a bit hasty? After all, his original spirit is a recognized 'trash spirit.' We can't assume he's a genius just because of the master's theory and his thousand-year spirit ring, can we?"

A slightly immature voice rang out. The powerful figures of the Heavenly Battle looked at Yu Tianheng with somewhat strange expressions, not expecting that Emperor Xueye's decision would be interfered with by this junior.

Yu Xuancang's face turned ashen. If it weren't for the fact that the other party was the sect leader's grandson, she would have slapped him long ago. Damn it, Emperor Xueye's decision was a waste of the royal family's resources. What right did you, a little brat, have to interrupt!

Even while forcibly controlling his hands, Yu Xuancang still let out a low shout: "Tianheng!"

Sensing the anger in his uncle's tone, and seeing that the other elders didn't support him for his "correct viewpoint," but instead gave him strange looks, Yu Tianheng felt like he had done something wrong. But then, glancing out of the corner of his eye, he saw Dugu Yan still looking at Tang Shan with curiosity. He gritted his teeth, feeling a "special mission" on his mind, and forced himself to say, "A Soul Master's talent can't be judged solely by the age of their Soul Rings and their innate Soul Power. Ultimately, it comes down to whether they can fight! No matter how high their Soul Power or innate Soul Power is, if they can't fight, they're practically useless!"

Ning Fengzhi, who was sitting to the side watching the drama unfold with great interest, typed a question mark: No, I am a support-type Soul Master. I only have support abilities and no combat power. Am I a piece of trash?

Dugu Bo, who was known as the "Shame of Title Douluo"—unable to defeat any Title Douluo but capable of crushing the vast majority of Soul Douluos (unless he encountered a combination of an overpowered Martial Soul and a divine skill like the Clear Sky Hammer), had his already gloomy face turn even darker. He felt that Yu Tianheng hadn't mentioned him in any of his words, but every word was directed at him: Sorry, I am the kind of trash you described who "has no other characteristics besides Soul Power and Soul Rings".

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Chapter 124 Yu Tianheng, poisoned by Yu Xiaogang, and Ning Fengzhi's mockery.

If he hadn't been certain he couldn't afford to offend the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, Poison Douluo Dugu Bo would have definitely gone to their family to poison them after leaving. The Poison Douluo's reputation wasn't just empty boasts; it was built upon the corpses of countless annihilated factions.

Other titled Douluo might not be able to kill everyone in a faction, but at least they could kill the strongest member of that faction; as for Dugu Bo, he might not be able to kill the strongest member of a faction, but he could wipe out that faction until only the strongest member remained.

Yu Tianheng's words struck a nerve with Dugu Bo. He could barely tolerate the other Title Douluos teasing him—after all, he couldn't beat them. But he never expected that one day he would be teased by a junior. Although he knew that the other person was not actually referring to him, Dugu Bo was still very unhappy.

On the other hand, Tang Shan did not get angry because of Yu Tianheng's rude remarks. After all, the other party was just a child under eight years old, while Tang Shan was already close to thirty. If he were to argue with a child, wouldn't that be exactly what the saying goes—first bring you down to the same level, and then defeat you with his rich combat experience?

Looking at Yu Tianheng, whose eyes were filled with defiance, Tang Shan's lips twitched slightly. He always felt that Yu Tianheng had been "poisoned" by Yu Xiaogang, and that he had an inexplicable arrogance about him, and was confident without any reason.

"So you mean support-type Soul Masters are also useless?"

Tang Shan didn't speak, but the angel lady next to him, who was provoked and got angry, retaliated with a bombshell, directly pointing out the major flaw in the other party's words.

Yu Tianheng is impulsive, but not brainless, well, pretty much.

Reminded by Xue Qinghe, he immediately realized the extent of the trouble his words had caused him. Instinctively, he wanted to explain, and subconsciously looked at Ning Fengzhi: "Sect Leader Ning, that's not what I meant, I..."

He's just a child after all. His body is developing faster than usual, but that doesn't mean his mental age is keeping up. Yu Tianheng struggled to find the right words, but couldn't utter a sound.

Ning Fengzhi still wore a warm smile. It has to be said that he and Xue Qinghe did have something in common in this respect—one was warm and gentle, and the other was refined and mild-mannered, making it difficult for them to arouse hostility from others.

He didn't look at Yu Tianheng, but instead looked at Yu Xuancang: "Elder Yu, exceptional talent alone is not enough to make a good successor. After all, if you only have strength but no brains, it's easy for your faction to attract trouble that it shouldn't."

Ning Fengzhi barely mentioned any names from beginning to end, but any normal person could tell that he was practically slapping the words "brainless" on Yu Tianheng's head.

"Sect Leader Ning, I was impetuous. Please forgive me."

Yu Xuancang forced a smile, forced to endure Ning Fengzhi's sarcastic remarks.

Putting aside the huge difference in their status, he also believed that Yu Tianheng had many problems.

If there were only one exceptionally talented successor, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan would reluctantly nurture him. But this time, there's also Yu Tianxin. Since there's a substitute, it's not unacceptable to do things that might affect a Soul Master's future cultivation mindset.

"Tianheng, apologize to everyone present for your rude remarks just now."

Yu Xuancang's expression was solemn, and his voice was cold and stern. He was a cunning old fox, and he keenly noticed that Yu Tianheng's words had also affected Dugu Bo. However, he couldn't single out Ning Fengzhi and Dugu Bo, so he simply made Yu Tianheng apologize to both of them.

Brilliant, truly brilliant! Tang Shan sat on the sidelines, thoroughly enjoying the spectacle. What does it mean to reap what you sow? He, the "first victim," hadn't even retaliated, yet Yu Tianheng had already ruined himself because of the far-reaching impact of his words. To achieve this, one has to admit, he's quite the character.

In reality, given Ning Fengzhi's past composure, he wouldn't have taken the impetuous remarks of a junior to heart. However, Yu Tianheng's attack was too broad, not just targeting him, but essentially encompassing the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Later, Xue Qinghe pointed out this fact, forcing him to show his stance.

"Seniors, since some people are questioning the strength of the original spirit, why not demonstrate it on the spot? This will also prove whether the original spirit is a useless spirit or not."

Tang Shan spoke up at the right moment, temporarily stopping the child from apologizing. Of course, he wasn't sure whether Yu Tianheng, who seemed to be heavily influenced by Yu Xiaogang, would actually apologize.

Tang Shan's words were well-thought-out. The conflict stemmed primarily from him and Yu Tianheng; neither could escape responsibility. After this gathering, once everyone present had gone back and reflected on it, even knowing that Yu Tianheng bore the majority, or even all, of the blame, they would inevitably wonder: Does Tang Shan really have no fault whatsoever?

As long as his strength or talent remains undiscovered, these peculiar thoughts will never disappear. This instinctive suspicion might not hinder Xue Qinghe's succession to the crown prince position, but it's still a troublesome matter. Rather than not knowing when a bombshell will explode, it's better for Tang Shan to deliberately detonate it. Once his strength is revealed, any problems that arise will have nothing to do with Tang Shan.

Moreover, by showcasing their strength to the Heaven Dou Empire and some neutral forces, and securing their investment, they might even be able to extract some valuable items from them. If the Spirit Hall possesses a Titan-type external spirit bone not mentioned in the original work, then it's hard to say what valuable items the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon School, or even the Heaven Dou Empire might have.

Moreover, fighting Yu Tianheng has another advantage: Xue Qinghe previously mentioned that Ning Fengzhi and Emperor Xue Ye might be testing him. Although the specifics of the test are unknown, what could be more convincing than challenging and defeating a standard genius from the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan? Other tests might lack persuasiveness, but defeating Yu Tianheng would undoubtedly make this a truly impressive feat.

Seeing Tang Shan offer him a way out, Yu Tianheng, already resentful, naturally didn't hold back and immediately shrugged him off. However, he didn't remember Tang Shan's kindness and instead said directly, "That's right, let's see if you have talent on the spot. By the way, Tang Shan, you're an offensive type, right?"

Hearing Yu Tianheng's follow-up question, which sounded like a preemptive strike, Tang Shan smiled and nodded. In reality, he didn't care what element he was. In his view, the Douluo Continent system was centered on Martial Soul cultivation, with the core being improving Soul Power and strengthening the Martial Soul, not forcibly confining oneself to a fixed element. However, to satisfy Yu Tianheng's "desire to be beaten up," he wasn't entirely opposed to temporarily becoming an offensive element.

"Alright, then fight me. If you can hold your own against me for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn without being defeated, I will acknowledge you as a genius, worthy of enjoying the same resources and treatment as me and Dugu Yan."

Sitting next to Tang Shan, Dugu Yan stared at him curiously with her purple eyes. She was puzzled as to why he could remain so calm in the face of Yu Tianheng's provocation. If it were her, she would have already started a fight.