Douluo: Dragon King's Tai Chi Mystery

"A combination of multiple elements can't compare to a single element. Heaven and earth are on your side, not mine!" Gu Yue gritted her teeth and said, "What kind of ability is this?!"

"Within my own domain, I am the universe, I am the law of nature. The strength of the elements, the interaction of the elements, are determined by me."

The deep blue light in Zhao Xuanzhen's eyes grew even more profound, and the free elements on the entire battlefield began to collapse. Gu Yue was horrified to discover that her elemental control seemed to be covered by a higher-dimensional power, and even the wind element that maintained her levitation had betrayed her!

"Well done, Zhao Xuanzhen! Suppress her completely!"

Na'er was so excited she could hardly contain herself, and she threw left and right hooks with a "ha ha ha" sound to cheer Zhao Xuanzhen on.

Gu Yue glared fiercely at Na'er. Her Dao Heart was about to shatter, and this guy was still making sarcastic remarks!

"With the basic elements ineffective, to turn the tide, we must strike unexpectedly!"

Ultimately, as the embodiment of the Dragon God's wisdom, Gu Yue calmed down and quickly considered how to break the deadlock.

With a flash of silver light, Gu Yue moved horizontally above Zhao Xuanzhen's head, holding an ice blade in each hand, instantly teleporting using spatial elements!

“The character 乾 means to move or shift.”

Zhao Xuanzhen vanished into thin air and reappeared beside Na'er.

The character "巽" means "wind rope".

The swirling wind vortex wove into cyan wind ropes, causing Gu Yue's waist to tighten and her body to be pulled down involuntarily. She urged the dark elements to try to corrode the wind ropes, but as soon as the darkness extinguished one wind rope, more wind ropes wrapped around it, gently but irresistibly sealing off her joints and vital points.

The last rope wrapped around her hands, and the girl glared at Zhao Xuanzhen with a mixture of fierceness and helplessness.

Seeing Gu Yue unable to move, Na'er was overjoyed. She ran over to him, her pretty face close to his, her eyes darting around:

"Oh dear, Gu Yue, what's wrong with you? You couldn't beat Zhao Xuanzhen even in your best element. As the second tester, I'm very disappointed."

"Put me down!"

Gu Yue's face was full of indomitable spirit, and he wished he could have a full-blown fight with Na'er on the spot!

"No, no!"

Under Gu Yue's murderous gaze, Na'er pinched her delicate nose hard to avenge the pursuit by the Demon King four years ago!

Xiao Na is triumphant!

"Alright, that's enough."

Zhao Xuanzhen pulled Na'er back to prevent her from drawing turtles on other people's faces later, and then untied the rope.

Gu Yue rubbed her swollen wrist, and a blush, as if she were thinking of something, flashed across her cheeks.

"Through the soul-guided screen broadcast, the higher-ups of the Spirit Pagoda saw the entire battle we just fought," Zhao Xuanzhen said.

"Can I become a core disciple?" Gu Yue couldn't help but ask.

She was preparing to carry out a plan, on the condition that she become a core member of the Spirit Pagoda. Previously, Zhao Xuanzhen had suppressed her elemental power, and Gu Yue was worried that the Spirit Pagoda would not value her as much as expected.

"Go home and wait for news."

Zhao Xuanzhen said calmly.

“I request a reassessment,” Gu Yue said. “I want to have someone else fight me, like… Na’er next to you.”

"Who is afraid of whom!"

Na'er drew her Silver Dragon Spear, and Gu Yue summoned multiple elements. The two women instantly became tense, with silver and black sparks flying.

Zhao Xuanzhen smiled helplessly, pulled Na'er over, and looked at Gu Yue, saying, "We only have one chance. We have to carry out the Spirit Pagoda mission, so we can't keep you company any longer."

Gu Yue's eyes were slightly dim as he watched Zhao Xuanzhen and Na'er leave. Then he sighed softly and took the initiative to withdraw from the primary spirit-ascension platform.

Gently waking up, Gu Yue saw Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, Zhang Yangzi, and Wang Jinxi still immersed in the battle scene, as well as Wu Changkong, who was equally moved.

"Have you seen it? The gap between you and your peers on the mainland." Wu Changkong's voice was cold.

"There's no comparison; we're like immature children."

Tang Wulin smiled bitterly. Zhao Xuanzhen not only used his skills to outmaneuver his strength, but also showed him with a simple punch at the end that those who can deflect a thousand pounds with four ounces of force also possess the strength of a thousand pounds!

"As vast as a chasm, as insurmountable as a chasm."

Xie Xie lost all confidence. Na'er's Silver Dragon Spear was unpredictable, and even the combined power of the Light and Shadow Dragon Dagger couldn't withstand more than a few moves. Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi were in similar situations. The most talented class in Donghai Academy, Class Zero, was completely crushed by these talented monsters.

"There are always people better than you, and there is always something beyond your understanding. It's good to experience the gap early on, so as to prevent you from becoming too arrogant."

After a half-second pause, Wu Changkong changed the subject: "However, never doubt yourselves. You are all geniuses of Shrek Academy, but even if those two were placed in Shrek, they would be unparalleled prodigies that only appear once every few thousand years."

Especially Zhao Xuanzhen, I saw no weaknesses in him. He was able to counter Wu Lin in close combat and surpass Gu Yue in long range. His manipulation of multiple elements meant that he had a powerful mental state. Overall, his strength was almost impeccable.

My personal assessment is that he is highly likely to be the next leader of the Spirit Pagoda, and at that time, the Spirit Pagoda may even surpass Shrek Academy to become the number one Soul Master force on the continent.

"That's terrifying!?"

Apart from Gu Yue, everyone in Class Zero stared wide-eyed.

"That's true." Wu Changkong nodded slightly. "After the academy's holiday, I will train you even more rigorously, and you must continue to pursue Zhao Xuanzhen."

"Add supplements, and train even harder!!!"

Class Zero screamed and howled in agony at the East Sea Spirit Transmission Tower. Zhao Xuanzhen and Na'er ventured deeper into the Primary Spirit Ascension Platform, searching for the guardian that Leng Yaozhu had mentioned.

After defeating Tang Wulin, the king of numerical power, and Gu Yue, the king of mechanics, Zhao Xuanzhen couldn't help but feel elated. It turns out I am the true emperor of technique!

Like the Golden and Silver Dragon Kings, one must be a true descendant of the dragon!

The next second, Zhao Xuanzhen's peak level 29 soul power naturally broke through to level 30, and a jet-black soul ring quietly condensed within his body.

Na'er twirled the silver dragon spear. Although she didn't want to admit it, Gu Yue's appearance made her a little uneasy. She poked Zhao Xuanzhen's arm with her fingertip and tentatively asked:

"Zhao Xuanzhen, isn't Gu Yue beautiful?"

"A girl's appearance should not be judged by outsiders."

Zhao Xuanzhen immediately stacked armor, thinking, "You little brat, I can't fall for your clumsy tricks!"

"Then you have to answer who's prettier between the two of us!" Na'er stomped her foot angrily.

"One of you two is very good-looking."

"..."

Na'er raised her soft, white fist and threatened, "You better be talking about me!"

"Wow—"

A powerful aura suddenly erupted from afar, and the two simultaneously suppressed all inappropriate emotions.

The aura spread rapidly, the light in the forest suddenly dimmed, and the chirping of insects and birds fell silent.

The earth trembled as a colossal bear covered in dark golden fur tore through the towering ancient trees blocking their path and came into view. The bear was over five meters tall, with a broad and powerful back, a body as thick as a city wall, and cold, dark golden claws extending from the tips of its thick arms.

"The Thousand-Year-Old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear is most likely a guardian of the Ascension Platform..."

Zhao Xuanzhen's eyes brightened slightly. The hundred-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear had been replaced by a thousand-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, and this new guardian seemed to have hidden secrets!

The Spirit Ascension Platform at the Spirit Tower headquarters is also guarded by a thousand-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, giving Zhao Xuanzhen a very direct comparison. This Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear in Donghai City has claws that are thicker and sharper than the headquarters guardian's, gleaming with a majestic dark gold luster!

"A beast with two claws? The teacher has given us an incredible gift..."

Zhao Xuanzhen finally understood Leng Yaozhu's intentions; no wonder she forced them to kill the guardian!

"Wow—"

Another shriek rang out, and the enormous one-eyed creature floated over, its four silver tentacles drooping to the ground, leaving behind deep grooves. The dark gold dinosaur was domineering and powerful, while the giant eye was even more ruthless and ferocious!

Thousands of years, evil-eyed tyrant!

"Zhao Xuanzhen, leave the Evil Eye Tyrant to me!"

Na'er volunteered, determined to get her own gift!

The two charged toward their opponent, Zhao Xuanzhen's three ten-thousand-year soul rings swirling upwards, the third soul ring shining brightly!

Black and white ripples spread wildly, and a head of black hair was dyed white from the roots. Body, spirit, and soul power broke through the shackles and stepped into another realm!

Third Soul Skill: The Way of Limitless!

From strength, become even stronger!

Chapter 18 Three External Soul Bones, Leng Yaozhu's Gift (4K)

The Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear stared at Zhao Xuanzhen, sensing the surge of power emanating from him. A bloodthirsty light appeared deep within its beastly eyes. Its two giant claws rubbed together, emitting a piercing shriek, and a terrifying pressure emanated from it!

As a show of force, the Dark Gold Devilclaw Bear seemed to be asserting its dominance over the forest before humans, claiming to be the master of this area!

It truly possesses the qualities of a king. The maximum cultivation level for a low-level Spirit Ascension Platform spirit beast is a thousand years, while the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, as a super spirit beast standing at the pinnacle of the Douluo Continent, boasts near-flawless basic attributes in attack, defense, strength, and speed, its combat power overwhelming ordinary spirit beasts. Among the past ten most ferocious beasts, there was a Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear king, who even dared to challenge the Beast God Di Tian!

Zhao Xuanzhen completely ignored the oppressive aura of the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear. His third soul ring shone brightly, two pale flames ignited in his pupils, his soul power surged, his hair stood on end, and white streams of light from the ends of his hair illuminated the surrounding air. His body seemed clear and transparent, and his bones, muscles, and blood exhibited a translucent jade-like luster.

In the state of Wuji Dao, Zhao Xuanzhen was as if he had been sublimated, becoming one with heaven and earth, and the surging power within his body was endless, seemingly without limit.

“兑” means glass.

His arms and hands clung to the black glass, reflecting a cold, hard luster in the sunlight. At the same time, his first spirit ring shone brightly, and black and white energy flowed around his fists and palms.

The Eight Trigrams and Qimen Dunjia are superimposed, and Qi moves with the mind!

With both abilities unleashed at full power, this was a side of Zhao Xuanzhen he had never shown before. The enemies he had faced in the past were not worth doing this for, but this extremely special Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear was enough!

"The character '乾' should be moved!"

Space flickered, and Zhao Xuanzhen teleported to the front of the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear. The bear's crystalline yellow eyes were slightly taken aback, not expecting that a human would possess spatial abilities.

Zhao Xuanzhen arrived suddenly, and the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear couldn't dodge in time. But this overlord of soul beasts never even considered dodging. That would be the cowardly act of the weak. The Dark Gold Terrorclaw slammed down with an incomparably sharp aura!

With the hardness of the Dui-shaped glass and the protection of Yin and Yang energies, Zhao Xuanzhen channeled his energy like drawing silk, using his Tai Chi Yin Hand to stick to the Dark Gold Terror Claw, and then forcefully deflected it.

The Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear slowed its momentum, its face showing surprise at the unexpected force. Zhao Xuanzhen had already pressed close to it, his strength penetrating the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear's chest. Then, the entangled and soft Yin hand transformed into a fierce and domineering Yang hand, striking the heart with a powerful palm strike!

"Roar--"

The life-threatening crisis awakened the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear's self-preservation instinct. Its fur erupted with dark gold light, and it landed firmly on the ground with a powerful thud. Although it was a clash of flesh and blood, the sound of metal clashing echoed through the forest!

With a roar, the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear raised its signature and most ferocious pair of giant claws, and a dark gold shadow over five meters long descended from the sky, instantly cutting several cracks through the air!

Innate Soul Skill: Dark Gold Terror Claw!

Trees, wild grass, earth—everything was torn apart by that terrifying dark golden light and shadow. This was the domineering soul skill of the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear clan, which tore apart a giant dragon!

Faced with the Dark Gold Terrorclaw, Zhao Xuanzhen used the Eight Trigrams and the Gen character to create rocks to block it. The Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear took the opportunity to retreat. The Soul Beast Overlord, who was always keen on melee combat, chose to keep his distance from humans for the first time.

Even though it blocked the palm strike, the intense pain of its heart pounding continued to travel through its nerves to its brain. The Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear broke out in a cold sweat and secretly regretted underestimating the human Soul Master, which almost cost it the terrible price of being instantly killed!

This wasn't the first time the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear had encountered humans. Most of them would scream and run at the sight of a bear, with the slightly braver Soul Masters only managing to unleash ranged Soul Skills. But for the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, a peerless hero like Zhao Xuanzhen, who could teleport right to its face and launch a close-quarters attack the next second, striking a fatal blow, was a first in its beastly life!

The human and the beast locked eyes. The human was indifferent and solemn, while the giant bear was bloodthirsty and brutal. After one round, they both understood the strength of their opponent's attack and defense. Next, it was time for a second battle with no holding back. The two beams of light and shadow collided heavily!

On the other side, Na'er and the Evil Eye Tyrant simultaneously began a life-or-death battle.

The Evil Eye Tyrant and the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear are two very different races. The entire latter race is of the metal element, while the former has the potential for multiple attributes. However, the Evil Emperor, who suppresses the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear King on the continent's list of ferocious beasts, has only one innate attribute: spirit!

At this moment, the four tentacles of the Evil Eye Tyrant that Na'er was fighting were all silver-white, just like its giant eye. This meant that this guy only had mental attributes and his bloodline was similar to that of the Evil Eye Tyrant Overlord. He was one of the top-tier members of the Evil Eye Tyrant clan!

The silver dragon roared, the evil eye howled, and the storm of soul power and mental power frantically destroyed the environment of the Ascension Platform Forest. The air hysterically distorted, and everything seemed to become ethereal. The plants within range withered at an alarming rate, and the life structure became diseased under that terrifying mental torment!

The Evil Eye Tyrant's expression was ferocious, and his mental fluctuations became even stronger. His four tentacles stretched out fully, each one flashing with intense silver light.

As a spirit-attribute soul beast, the Evil Eye Tyrant yearns to absorb high-quality spiritual power. Looking at Na'er holding the Silver Dragon Spear, the Evil Eye Tyrant's eyes are filled with uncontrollable greed.

It had a faint intuition that if it could devour Na'er's spiritual power in one fell swoop, it would definitely be able to transcend the shackles of its bloodline and leave the prison-like Spirit Ascension Platform in the future!

Driven by greed, the Evil Eye Tyrant unleashed 120% of its fighting power, and a beam of silver light shot out from the enormous evil eye, causing the space to tremble wherever it passed!

Evil Eye Gaze, an innate soul skill of the Evil Eye clan, is one of the most terrifying mental attack abilities, with its power and effects varying depending on the individual Evil Eye.

Seeing the silver path that obliterated everything in its path, Na'er had no choice but to temporarily avoid the attack, activating the amplification of her second soul skill, Silver Dragon's Fury, and dodging to the side.

"Spatial power... is that something you should be trying to understand at your age!?"

Na'er recognized the familiar spatial attribute and accused the Evil Eye Tyrant of cheating!

Even a pure mental-type Evil Eye Tyrant, with a thousand years of cultivation, could not comprehend the power of space. Therefore, the source of this Evil Eye Tyrant's bloodline must have been an extraordinary individual, enabling its descendants to touch upon spatial attributes by standing on the shoulders of giants!

"I won't eat it if it's not a descendant of the Evil Emperor!" Na'er gritted her teeth.

Without the protection of the Evil Eye Tyrant, the Demon Forest was in far worse shape than the Star Dou Great Forest. After humans made friendly exchanges with the Evil Eye Tyrant, the entire Evil Eye clan moved to the Spirit Pagoda. A large number of descendants, including the sons and grandsons of the Evil Emperor, became the most popular spirit spirits among spirit attribute soul masters!

"Thorn Dragon!"

Zhao Xuanzhen was, after all, a three-ring Soul Master, while Na'er was only a two-ring Great Soul Master. When they encountered a descendant of the Evil Emperor who had comprehended spatial attributes, they still needed the assistance of a Soul Spirit.