Douluo Continent: Martial Soul - Dragon Abyss Sword, Peerless Prodigy

Chapter 45 Sword Tempering in the Secret Realm! The Hope of the Soul Sect, the Oath of Haotian

Everyone looked up.

An elderly man dressed in black with white hair and beard walked in slowly.

The old man was tall and imposing, exuding a terrifying aura. The giant hammer in his hand was even heavier than Tang Hao's Clear Sky Hammer.

This person is none other than Tang Cang, the Supreme Elder of the Haotian Sect and Tang Chen's cousin, an 89th-level Soul Douluo powerhouse.

When Tang Hao saw Tang Cang, a hint of awe flashed in his eyes. He struggled to get up and bow, but Tang Cang raised his hand to stop him.

Tang Cang's gaze fell on Tang Hao, without reproach, but with praise: "At fifteen years old, a level thirty-nine Soul Master, you dare to challenge the peerless genius of the Spirit Hall alone. This courage, this fighting spirit, is worthy of being a disciple of my Clear Sky Sect. Losing is not terrible, what is terrible is losing and losing the courage to start over."

"Elder, I am not reconciled!"

Tang Hao's eyes were filled with resentment. "I wield the Clear Sky Hammer, yet I've lost to a sword. I refuse to admit defeat!"

"If you're not satisfied, then go and cultivate!"

Tang Cang said domineeringly, "Lin Han's achievements today are not solely due to talent, but also to his daily hard work and dedication. Your talent is no less than his, but what you lack is composure and the refinement of your combat skills."

From this day forward, you will enter the Haotian Divine Hammer Secret Realm for secluded cultivation, undergoing daily tempering of the hammer's soul. You are not permitted to leave this realm until you break through to the Soul Master level!

"Your disciple obeys!"

A burning light ignited in Tang Hao's eyes as he bowed and replied, "I will definitely cultivate with all my might to break through to the Soul Realm. The next time I encounter Lin Han, I will defeat him and reclaim my glory!"

Tang Cang nodded slightly, full of expectation: "Remember the unwillingness you feel today, and turn it into motivation for cultivation. The power of the Haotian Hammer lies not in its violent strength, but in the unity of mind and hammer."

Only by focusing one's mind can one truly grasp the essence of hammer techniques.

I look forward to the day you emerge from seclusion, to fight Lin Han again as a Soul Master, and to show the glory of my Clear Sky Sect!

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking.

Lin Han, dressed in white and holding the Dragon Abyss Sword, headed to the Sword Heart Secret Realm behind the Spirit Hall.

The entrance to the secret realm was hidden in a dense bamboo forest, guarded by two Soul Saint Hall guards. Upon seeing Lin Han, they immediately bowed and opened the gate to the secret realm.

The situation inside the secret realm was completely different. The soul power in the air was so dense that it was almost solidified. When inhaled, the soul power circulated rapidly within the body.

Deep within the secret realm stands an ancient sword platform, covered with densely packed ancient sword patterns, shimmering with pale gold light and exuding a sharp sword intent, as if countless invisible longswords were weaving through it.

Lin Han slowly walked onto the sword platform, sat cross-legged, held the sword heart jade marrow in his hand, closed his eyes and circulated the Quasi-Demigod Dragon Abyss Meditation Technique.

The power of the Sword Heart Jade Marrow slowly entered his body, merging with the sword intent.

The ancient sword patterns on the sword platform shimmered slightly under the influence of the surrounding energy, and countless subtle sword intents gathered to refine the sword's core and strengthen its power.

His black, ten-thousand-year-old soul rings lit up, and the three powers of thunder, holiness, and evil-dispelling fused perfectly, flowing into the Dragon Abyss Sword through his meridians.

The Dragon Abyss Sword hummed softly in its sheath, its golden and lightning intertwined, making it even more dazzling.

With the enhancement of the Sword Heart Jade Marrow and ancient sword patterns, the power of the Demon-Slaying Sword Embryo gradually merged completely with the Dragon Abyss Sword.

Time passed, and Lin Han devoted himself to cultivation in the secret realm, isolated from all the noise of the outside world.

He immersed himself in honing his sword intent and enhancing his soul power. His Soul Venerable cultivation level of 35 steadily increased under the nourishment of rich soul power and sword heart jade marrow, bringing him closer and closer to becoming a Soul Master.

Outside the secret realm, Bibi Dong never slacked off, diligently cultivating every day in the Spirit Hall's training grounds.

With the Spider God Meditation Technique operating at full power, the auras of the Death Spider King and the Soul-Devouring Demon Spider grew increasingly powerful. The chilling poison intertwined with the Soul-Devouring spiritual energy, causing his cultivation to steadily rise, gradually approaching level twenty-seven.

She often looked towards the Sword Heart Secret Realm, silently praying for Lin Han, while working even harder to cultivate, hoping to catch up with Lin Han as soon as possible.

Inside the Papal Palace, Qian Xunji and Qian Daoliu were discussing matters.

Qian Xunji said solemnly, "The news of Lin Han's defeat of Tang Hao has spread to all the major sects. The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect have both sent people to investigate, which shows that they attach great importance to Lin Han."

Qian Daoliu nodded slightly, his tone calm: "Of course. Lin Han's talent and combat power are too heaven-defying. A level 35 Soul Venerable defeated a level 39 Soul Venerable, and he also has a ten-thousand-year black ring. Such a prodigy is enough to make all sects wary."

But this is also a good thing, as it will deter the major sects from easily provoking the Spirit Hall.

"But the Haotian Sect probably won't let this go so easily."

Qian Xunji frowned slightly. "Tang Hao is a once-in-a-century genius of the Haotian Sect. After this crushing defeat, the Haotian Sect will definitely make him cultivate diligently."

Tang Hao will surely challenge Lin Han again in the future.

"It's alright."

A sharp glint flashed in Qian Daoliu's eyes. "Lin Han's growth rate far exceeds expectations. When Tang Hao breaks through to the Soul Master level and comes back, Lin Han may well be able to defeat him again."

Moreover, such an opponent can actually help Lin Han grow, enabling him to break through bottlenecks more quickly and become a top expert on the continent.

Within the Sword Heart Secret Realm, Lin Han's aura rapidly increased.

Level 35: Mid-game, Late-game, Peak —

The power of the Sword Heart Jade Marrow gradually dissipated, and the ancient sword patterns and sword intent completely merged into his body.

His sword intent became increasingly sharp and refined, and the fusion of thunder and sword intent reached a new level.

Buzz—! ! !

Lin Han's aura suddenly surged, and his soul power, several times stronger, erupted, sweeping across the entire Sword Heart Secret Realm.

On the sword platform, the ancient sword patterns shone with dazzling golden light. The Longyuan Sword rang out with a clear and long sound, automatically unsheathed and hovered in front of him, radiating sword light.

Level 36 Soul Master!

Lin Han successfully broke through, taking another step closer to becoming a Soul Master.

He slowly opened his eyes, his pupils filled with a mixture of golden and lightning light, his sword intent restrained yet becoming increasingly domineering.

He raised his hand, grasped the Dragon Abyss Sword, and with a gentle swing, the sword flashed. A sword aura, infused with the power of thunder and the power to ward off evil, slashed towards the distant rocks, instantly turning them into powder without leaving a trace.

"My sword intent has improved once again, and my soul power has stabilized at level thirty-six."

Lin Han smiled faintly, but was secretly delighted.

The Sword Heart Secret Realm lives up to its name; I've made tremendous progress in just a few days. At this rate, it won't be long before I break through to the Soul Master level and unlock my fourth Soul Skill.

He did not stop, but continued to sit cross-legged to consolidate his level 36 cultivation, while comprehending the deeper mysteries of the Thunder Dragon Abyss Sword.

He could sense that a large amount of lightning power was hidden within the ten-thousand-year-old black ring, and after fully comprehending it, the power of his third soul skill could reach new heights.

Meanwhile, in the Haotian Mountain Haotian Divine Hammer Secret Realm.

Tang Hao is undergoing the tempering of the Hammer Soul.

Countless violent hammer shadows slammed down, each impact causing him excruciating pain and damaging his meridians.

But he did not back down. He gritted his teeth and activated the Haotian Hammer Technique, transforming the power of the hammer shadow into his own soul power to hone his physical body and hammer technique.

The arrogance in his eyes gradually turned into composure, and only one thought remained in his mind: cultivate, break through, and defeat Lin Han!

A silent battle is quietly unfolding between the Spirit Hall and Haotian Mountain.

Lin Han tempered his sword and cultivated in the Sword Heart Secret Realm, attempting to break through to the Soul Sect.

Tang Hao forged his hammer technique in the Haotian Divine Hammer Secret Realm and vowed revenge.

Two unparalleled geniuses, one pointing to the pinnacle with a sword, the other set the world apart with a hammer blow.

Their growth is destined to influence the entire Douluo Continent.

Sunlight streamed through the gaps in the forest, casting a pale golden glow on Lin Han's white robes in the Sword Heart Secret Realm.

The Dragon Abyss Sword hovered in front of him, its sword light and lightning intertwining, telling of its future sharpness.

Lin Han understood that his path of cultivation was still long and there would be countless challenges ahead.

But he was fearless.

With the support of the Spirit Hall, the companionship of Bibi Dong, and an opponent like Tang Hao.

His legend will continue to be written, and he will eventually embark on the path to the pinnacle of Douluo Continent in the name of the sword.