Douluo Continent: Starting with a Tom Cat

Feeling the sharp sword intent, Shen An couldn't help but breathe rapidly, and his body trembled slightly. This was not out of fear, but rather excitement.

A thrill of being able to unleash one's full potential, a thrill of facing an unparalleled powerhouse.

'Sword intent and pressure? Too bad, what I fear least right now are techniques based on aura.'

Excitement gleamed in Shen An's eyes as a blade of grass sword intent surged forth, soaring into the sky and tearing apart Chen Xin's aura.

A single blade of grass can cleave the sun, moon, and stars; what about your sword intent? Even if you are a Title Douluo, it's just a battle!

This extreme sword intent was felt not only by Chen Xin, who was facing it head-on, but also by the onlookers.

Ning Fengzhi blurted out, "Sword intent? How is that possible?"

Even if others don't know, how could Ning Fengzhi not know? This is a skill that only top swordsmen possess. And swordsmen with sword intent will greatly increase the power of their sword moves, and their extraordinary abilities can even rival those of the Domain.

Chen Xin once said that even he only gained some enlightenment after advancing to level 70 and with the help of the Seven Killings True Body.

It's truly unbelievable that Shen An, who is merely a Soul Venerable, could comprehend this.

Facing Shen An directly, Chen Xin was even more incredulous. For so many years, he had always believed that sword intent was only strong or weak, not superior or inferior.

But at this moment, he felt that Shen An's sword intent, although still in its nascent stage, had a quality that surpassed all other sword intents.

The sword flashed like lightning!

Shen An had already drawn his sword and moved forward, sometimes thrusting, sometimes slashing, sometimes stabbing, sometimes wiping. Although there was no set pattern, there was a natural and innate spiritual energy to it.

Chen Xin remained stationary, defending without attacking, yet he parried all of Shen An's sword moves.

The clash of swords produced a mesmerizing sound.

Although Shen An was exceptionally talented in swordsmanship, he was still somewhat inexperienced compared to Chen Xin, who had been immersed in swordsmanship for decades and had made further progress through Tom's guidance.

'As expected, relying solely on personal qualities and pure swordsmanship is still somewhat naive against the Sword Dao Master Chen Xin. In that case, I'll use my soul skill and let him see where my limits lie.'

The next moment, Shen An's eyes turned azure, and he silently unleashed his sword strikes, unleashing countless sword energies.

Chen Xin clashed with him using the Seven Kill Sword in his hand. His face showed a slight solemnity. He had really underestimated this kid. At the same time, a sense of excitement rose in his heart.

In terms of swordsmanship, he had always been outmatched by Tom. Although he was happily improving his swordsmanship, he was still quite frustrated.

I originally thought that the fight against Shen An would be a pure instruction session, but I never expected that Shen An's swordsmanship would be so exquisite.

Although it lacked structure, it possessed a unique spirit. The ultimate sword intent, combined with his soul power and soul skills, was enough to put a little pressure on Chen Xin.

Chen Xin had no doubt that even if a Soul King came, Shen An could kill him, and even a regular Soul Emperor, Shen An in this state could contend with him.

Chapter 144 Chen Xin, blasted away by Meow Meow Punch

Shen An felt increasingly exhilarated as he fought, and the sword intent carried by each of his sword strikes continued to rise. This was the first time he could so freely unleash his full power.

Driven by the Three Apertures Control Heart, Shen An held a long sword while simultaneously controlling two flying swords, as if three swordsmen were attacking Chen Xin together.

However, Chen Xin intercepted them all with just the Seven Kills Sword in his hand, and the clash of swords sparked out incredibly dazzling sparks.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School disciples watching from the sidelines were already overwhelmed by what they saw. They never expected that the young man on the stage could remain undefeated under the onslaught of Sword Douluo.

Although Sword Douluo did not use any soul power or soul skills, and did not even manifest his soul rings, it was still quite astonishing.

On the vast Soul Battle Stage, Shen An and Chen Xin's figures were everywhere. The sound of swords clashing never stopped, and countless sword energies exuding sharpness were unleashed.

Gu Rong arrived at some point, clicking his tongue in amazement: "Although that old bastard didn't use her soul power, it's already quite remarkable that Shen An was able to hold his own against her for so long."

As he spoke, Gu Rong casually reached out to intercept the scattered sword energy. This sword energy was no ordinary thing; even a Soul Venerable would not be able to withstand any of it once it touched him.

Ning Fengzhi looked at Shen An on the field and sighed, "Such a prodigy, how wonderful it would be if he were a disciple of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. With him here, I believe that within thirty years, the number one sect in the world will change hands to my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

Gu Rong curled her lip: "This kid doesn't seem to be the type to obediently submit to others, unless you marry Rongrong off, then he'll be considered one of our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School members."

"Oh dear, Grandpa Bone, what nonsense are you talking about? I don't want to get married!" Ning Rongrong said shyly, covering her face with her hands.

Her large eyes, peeking out from between her fingers, looked at Ning Fengzhi with anticipation.

He just said it casually, but this girl actually took it seriously.

Ning Fengzhi...

After a long battle, even Shen An's usually robust soul power was starting to give out.

He secretly used a Soul Power Experience Pack on himself and said, "Senior Chen Xin, I have never been quite clear about my own strength. May I ask if you could tell me?"

Chen Xin's face showed undisguised admiration, and he said with a slightly solemn expression, "The Soul Sect is invincible and can kill Soul Kings. Even the Golden Generation of the Spirit Hall is not as good as you at your age."

Shen An was somewhat relieved; it turned out that his strength had reached this level.

“Senior Chenxin, with your strength, I am naturally far inferior to you. However, I have created a new move these days, please take a look.” Shen An said with a smile.

"Create your own soul skill? Interesting. Bring it on."

Chen Xin also had a look of curiosity in his eyes. Shen An's sword skills and strength were already enough to shock him, but now he had even created a self-made soul skill. How strong must it be? It was really something to look forward to.

Shen An has always understood that with the system at his disposal, cultivating soul power would be a waste of time. Therefore, he has been pondering how to use soul power and developing sword techniques.

The system can assist Shen An in improving his cultivation and lay a solid foundation for him. What Shen An needs to study is how to make the most of his foundation.

Shen An gripped the Nine-Leaf Sword Grass tightly with his well-defined knuckles. In an instant, the two flying swords in the air, shimmering with azure light, merged into it. His aura surged, and a pure, sharp edge shone from his body.

After witnessing the ultimate sword intent that could cleave the sun, moon, and stars deep within his mind, Shen An had been pondering how to recreate the power of that sword strike.

After much thought, Shen An came to the conclusion that he was simply unable to recreate the brilliance of that sword strike.

It wasn't just a lack of strength, but also because it was an ultimate sword strike, a kind of confidence that made him the only one worthy of respect in the world, something that Shen An couldn't comprehend at the moment.

After all, he can't even beat the chimpanzees in the Star Dou Great Forest right now, so how could he possibly cultivate such an invincible mentality?

I'm still a beginner; I need to practice.

However, he also seized that fleeting inspiration and created a sword move that was uniquely his own.

Though I am but a nobody, unable to slay the stars and the moon, I shall begin with the clouds that fill the sky.

His azure sword eyes were filled with indifference, and his round pupils transformed into sword shapes. The nine-leaf sword grass blade shone with a cold azure light, and then he drew his sword fiercely!

'Sword Style: Cloud Cutting'.

Everything froze in Shen An's eyes. The wind stopped moving and the clouds stopped drifting. At this moment, there was only the old man in front of him—Sword Dao Chen Xin.

With a single sword strike, the overwhelming sword energy dispersed the clouds overhead, and a sword beam, rising and falling like breath, emerged. At first, it was just a glimmer of light, but it gradually expanded and transformed into a blue crescent moon, heading straight for Chen Xin.

This sword strike was silent, yet extremely sharp.

Chen Xin stared at the sword, his eyelids twitching. The sword intent contained within it startled him. Most importantly, Qi Sha was also excited. This was the excitement of meeting a worthy opponent and a worthy general.

Regardless of Shen An's current realm or cultivation level, the sheer power of this sword strike alone is enough to command Chen Xin's respect—the respect due to a swordsman.

A slight smile appeared on Chen Xin's indifferent face as he unleashed the Seven Kills Technique without hesitation, 'First Soul Skill, Longsword Strike.'

Chen Xin silently recited the mantra in his heart, using his level 97 Title Douluo body to activate it without a sound.

The Seven Kill Sword Qi surged forth and collided with the Cloud-Clearing Formation in mid-air, instantly causing the sword qi to groan.

A powerful burst of energy erupted, transforming into powerful sword energy that scattered around. Gu Rong immediately used her soul skill to intercept it, and silent bone spurs appeared out of thin air.

Shen An's sword strike was infused with all his soul power and sword intent; it was a strike that combined all three of his soul skills and unleashed his full power. The brilliance of this strike was absolutely remarkable.

However, the difference in soul power is enormous.

Even though Chen Xin was only using his first soul skill, this sword strike collapsed after only a brief stalemate.

The Seven Kill Sword Qi continued its relentless charge towards Shen An, even though Shen An used a Soul Power Experience Pack to replenish his Soul Power the instant he had used all of his Soul Power.

However, the enormous depletion of his physical strength still made it difficult for him to dodge, so he could only hurriedly hold the Nine-Leaf Sword Grass horizontally in front of him to defend himself.

"boom!"

Shen An was sent flying in an instant. Having knocked others away so many times, this was the first time he had been knocked away himself, which was quite a novel experience.

Ning Rongrong's little face immediately showed worry: "Grandpa Gu, hurry up and pick him up!"

The ancient banyan tree flashed instantly, catching Shen An as he flew through the air, but the Seven Kill Sword Qi still left deep, bone-revealing wounds on Shen An's body.

Chen Xin also looked over with concern. Shen An's sword strike was so impressive that it made him itchy to fight, completely ignoring Shen An's cultivation level.

This obsession with swordsmanship is one of the reasons why Chen Xin has reached his current level.

Tom seemed more anxious than anyone else. He ran quickly to Shen An and, seeing that Shen An was seriously injured and unconscious, shed many small tears.

Tom, his entire body shrouded in black, silently approached Chen Xin and threw a punch.

To be honest, with Chen Xin's sharp eyesight, he naturally saw Tom hitting him with the Meow Meow Punch, and feeling somewhat guilty at the moment, he didn't dodge.

It was just a weak cat punch, how could it possibly hurt him like that?

Holy crap!

As a titled Douluo, Chen Xin was completely powerless to resist and was directly knocked into a mountain peak, where he was deeply dented.

"Who am I? Where am I? How did I get knocked away by a cat?"

Chapter 145 I Seem to Be Gradually Becoming Tom's Shape

'Sword Douluo was sent flying by a cat!'

Everyone present was dumbfounded; how could anyone not be confused?

Everyone gasped in shock; they would never have believed it if they hadn't seen it with their own eyes.

Even Gu Rong fell silent as he watched his old friend trapped in the mountain. He opened his mouth as if to say something, but found himself speechless.

He subtly moved two steps away from Tom. The cat looked so cute, but its little fists were surprisingly powerful. He couldn't afford to lose face in public like Chen Xin.

And because of this, he can laugh at Chen Xin for the rest of his life.

Ning Fengzhi remained calm and composed. "Quickly go and invite Master Tan Jing here." Ning Fengzhi dismissed the crowd and gave the instructions in an orderly manner.

As one of the top three sects, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is naturally well-equipped, and it is not lacking in healing-type Soul Masters.

Ning Rongrong looked at Shen An with red eyes and tears welling up in them. At this moment, Shen An's clothes were torn, sword energy lingered around his wounds, and blood was flowing incessantly. He was almost covered in blood.

Ning Rongrong, who is always very clean, ignored the bloodstains on Shen An and hugged him, crying, "I hate Grandpa Jian the most. He hit so hard during a sparring match. Shen An, please don't get hurt."

Tom rushed back immediately, tears streaming down his face, as he took out his medical kit to examine Shen An and fed him a few pills.

Shen An, who had been unconscious and had a furrowed brow as if in pain, took Tom's medicine and his expression gradually calmed down.

Tom looked distressed and kept sobbing softly. That wicked old man Chenxin dared to hurt his master. He would never fight him with swords again.

Soon, a female Soul Master dressed in white arrived, her face gentle and warm, possessing a unique quality of a healer's benevolence.

Ning Rongrong's eyes lit up when she saw Tan Jing: "Aunt Tan, please save Shen An! Shen An was injured by Grandpa Jian's Seven Kill Sword Qi."

Tan Jing is a healing-type Soul Saint of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and her Soul Power is as high as level 79, which is only one step away from becoming a Soul Douluo. Therefore, Ning Rongrong saw her as if she had seen a savior.

Tan Jing frowned: "He was injured by Chen Xin. If I'm not mistaken, this young man's soul power shouldn't even exceed level 40. How could he be so ruthless?"

Ning Fengzhi smiled helplessly after hearing this. There weren't many people in the sect who dared to speak ill of Chen Xin, and Tan Jing in front of him was one of them.

As a healing-type Soul Saint, he would be treated as an honored guest by various forces wherever he went. The reason why Tan Jing was willing to come to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was because he had a connection with Chen Xin.

It's a very cliché story; to sum it up, it's nothing more than a hero rescuing a damsel in distress.

Add to that Chen Xin's good looks; he was a handsome man in his youth and remains so in his old age, so it's understandable that a beautiful woman would fall for him.

Unfortunately, Chen Xin was so engrossed in swordsmanship that he paid no attention to Tan Jing's feelings for him, which led to Tan Jing harboring a slight resentment towards Chen Xin.

"Yes, Shen An was hit by a sword aura from Uncle Jian's first soul skill. Please ask Master Tan to treat him."

At this moment, Chen Xin also pulled himself out from halfway up the mountain. His expression was no longer indifferent but slightly anxious as he said, "Tan Jing, can these kids be healed? Please don't let them suffer any hidden injuries."

Whether it was Ning Rongrong's relationship with Shen An, her appreciation for Shen An, or her improved swordsmanship due to Tom, all of these made Chen Xin feel quite guilty for hurting Shen An without being able to hold back.

Tan Jing glanced at Chen Xin: "You have your moments of anxiety too. With me here, your life is safe. However, your Seven Kill Sword Qi is too fierce, and I can't guarantee that it won't leave any hidden injuries. We can only leave it to this kid's fate."

As soon as she finished speaking, a hazy white light bloomed on Tan Jing's hand, and a delicate medicine pouch appeared in her palm.

"Sixth Soul Skill: Rejuvenation and Regeneration".

A refreshing medicinal fragrance wafted from the medicine pouch, permeating Shen An's body along with a soft white glow.

"Something's not right, there's something strange about this kid's body," Tan Jing said with a surprised expression.

......

In the dim light, Shen An seemed to see an unparalleled sword slashing down at him, cutting him in two.