Chapter 68: One, Two, Seven

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Wang Li wasn't particularly bothered by the challenge. A fight was a fight. He nodded and said:

"I don't mind, but your current condition doesn't seem optimal. How about we wait until you recover, and then we can have a fair and just match?"

Yu Tianheng, filled with battle intent, wasn't satisfied with merely fighting Team Two. Although his soul power had been drained, his strength hadn't been diminished. He replied:

"As a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Soul Master, pride comes with the territory. If I'm willing to fight, then I will fight—no need to wait for me to recover. I can fight right now!"

As he spoke, Yu Tianheng glanced at Dugu Yan. Winning this battle would allow him to prove that he was the strongest.

The people around them wore expressions full of anticipation. On one side was Yu Tianheng, the strongest among them; on the other was Wang Li, who had trained under the Titled Douluo for three years. It was a match that everyone eagerly awaited.

After a brief moment of hesitation, Qin Ming agreed to the duel. He was also curious about Wang Li's strength. It was clear that Wang Li would become a crucial force in the Heaven Dou Royal Battle Team, and understanding his abilities beforehand would be useful.

"I agree to this duel," Qin Ming declared. "Everyone, move aside to clear the arena!"

The crowd immediately stepped back. Dugu Yan was upset with Yu Tianheng, as she hadn't had a chance to speak properly with Wang Li. She could only say a few words:

"Yu Tianheng's strength is still formidable, so be cautious. But I believe in you—give him a good beating. He has to fight you as soon as you return!"

Wang Li nodded and smiled:

"No problem. I've been training hard these past years. The situation from three years ago won't happen again!"

Soon, only the two of them remained in the arena.

With a call from Qin Ming, "Prepare yourselves and summon your martial spirits!"

Yu Tianheng transformed as usual. His martial spirit, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, manifested, and his right arm fully morphed into a dragon's limb. Three soul rings rotated around his arm, and blue-purple lightning crackled around it, flashing wildly, creating an intimidating spectacle.

Wang Li summoned his martial spirit as well. His surroundings were surrounded by Blue Silver Grass, and three soul rings—yellow, yellow, purple—circled and pulsated. While his aura was nowhere near as overwhelming as Yu Tianheng's Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, Wang Li remained calm and confident, his face adorned with a steady smile.

"First Soul Skill, Thunder Dragon Claw!"

Yu Tianheng immediately unleashed his soul skill, charging up his right arm as lightning crackled and surged. He then fired a thunderous beam. Three years ago, this attack had been powerful enough to obliterate a large area of Blue Silver Grass.

This time, Wang Li didn't dodge or evade. Instead, he brought his hands together in front of him and used his first soul skill. The Blue Silver Grass surged in the wind, rapidly growing and gathering in front of him. The vines intertwined and connected tightly, forming a thick wall of Blue Silver.

Boom! Boom!

The violent explosions rang out as the lightning crackled, and the air was filled with a blinding flash of light, making it impossible to look directly at the battle.

But when the dust settled, everyone was stunned, including Yu Tianheng. His first soul skill had left a scorched mark across the Blue Silver Wall but hadn't pierced through it.

The thick, serpentine vines of Blue Silver Grass left Yu Tianheng momentarily stunned.

However, Wang Li wasn't caught off guard. Seizing the opportunity, over ten Blue Silver Vines shot out and quickly closed in on Yu Tianheng.

Yu Tianheng immediately sensed the danger, but by the time he reacted, the vines had already reached him. He could only swing his right arm, unleashing more lightning in an attempt to destroy the vines—something he had easily done in the past.

But now…

The thick vines, enduring the lightning's burn, wrapped around Yu Tianheng and bound him tightly. The thick armor of the Great Titan Vine had greatly enhanced the Blue Silver Grass.

Wang Li manipulated the vines with force. The terrifying pressure caused Yu Tianheng's bones to creak painfully. Even with his powerful Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon physique, he was in immense pain. He gritted his teeth and used his third soul skill.

"Third Soul Skill, Thunder Fury!"

Thunder Fury 100% Boosted, the blue-purple lightning suddenly surged in intensity. Even the Blue Silver Vines were scorched, quickly blackened and weakened. Taking advantage of this, Yu Tianheng broke free from the vines' grasp, enduring excruciating pain. He then used his second soul skill:

"Second Soul Skill: Thunderbolt Fury!"

Under the enhancement of his third soul skill, countless bolts of blue-purple lightning gathered around him, forming into sharp arrows of pure thunder.

The air itself seemed to be filled with the acrid scent of burning. The deafening roar, the blinding light, and the terrifying soul power fluctuations all revealed the immense strength Yu Tianheng possessed.

But the very next moment, Wang Li activated his third soul skill:

"Raging Dance!"

The Blue Silver Grass gained a 50% boost across all attributes—strength, speed, defense, and armor-piercing power.

The vines, now gleaming with a metallic sheen, blurred into afterimages as they lashed out at Yu Tianheng. Despite the relentless barrage of lightning, they struck with such force that Yu Tianheng's bones shattered and his body was heavily wounded, both inside and out, even causing him to lose consciousness.

Throughout the entire exchange, Wang Li never moved from his spot. He stood motionless, watching as the battle concluded in an instant.

The surrounding onlookers were left in stunned silence. They had expected a fierce clash between two formidable opponents, but what they witnessed was an overwhelming one-sided battle. Was that really Blue Silver Grass? It was truly Blue Silver Grass!

The silence was broken when Wang Li spoke:

"Qin Teacher, should I help Yu Tianheng Senior? My healing soul skill works pretty well."

Qin Ming, looking at Wang Li, felt an overwhelming sense of shock. Was it Wang Li's extraordinary talent, or was it the training he had received from Dugu Bo? What kind of monster was this?

After a moment of silence, Qin Ming turned to the others and called out:

"Leng Leng, go and help Yu Tianheng!"

A slender, graceful girl with long dark blue hair like a waterfall and deep blue eyes—her face concealed by a veil—immediately ran onto the battlefield. She briefly glanced at Wang Li, clearly intrigued by his healing abilities, before heading toward Yu Tianheng. She summoned her martial spirit, a camellia flower, its petals and vines stretching outward. Yellow, yellow, purple—three soul rings fluctuated in rhythm.

The purple soul ring flared with light, releasing a fragrant aroma. Petals drifted down onto Yu Tianheng's body, merging with him. His aura rapidly stabilized, and his internal and external injuries began to heal.

Seeing this, Qin Ming finally exhaled in relief, and just as he was about to speak, a round of applause erupted from a distance.

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Meng Shenji, Bai Baoshan, and Zhilin had witnessed the entire battle. They now looked at Wang Li with mixed expressions—shock, joy, and even a hint of excitement. The genius of their own academy was even more extraordinary than they'd imagined.

Meng Shenji sighed, speaking with admiration:

"Wang Li, your talent surpasses anything we could have imagined. Your cultivation speed and potential place you among the top-tier geniuses of the continent. We are truly fortunate to have you join our academy!"

Wang Li, moved by the words, turned to the three academy officials and said:

"Teachers, I believe that what I have achieved today is only one part due to my mutated martial spirit, and another two parts due to the guidance of all my mentors who have carefully instructed me and given me the best soul ring combinations. The remaining seven parts, however, are entirely thanks to the dedication of Senior Dugu. Without Senior Dugu's training, I wouldn't be who I am today."

(End of chapter)