68 Chapter 68.

E/N : Here's today's forth chapter. Enjoy!

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"Fortnately, I also specialize in long-range control!"

"Second soul ability, Parasite!" Tang San's voice was low but determined.

With Zhu Zhuqing surrounded by the Blue Silver Grass, she had no room to maneuver and was vulnerable to aerial control attacks. Since Xiao Wu had temporarily lost her combat effectiveness, Tang San had to use his second soul ability to tightly entangle Zhu Zhuqing and then employ toxins to incapacitate her as fast as he can.

Zhu Zhuqing, initially bound only by her hands and feet, was now covered in vines thanks to the parasite ability. She resembled a cocoon, with only her head exposed. Tang San had used this same tactic to secure victory in their earlier 1v1 match.

As Tang San observed the tightly bound Zhu Zhuqing, he noticed a faint smile on her face. It was the first time he and others had seen Zhu Zhuqing smile and it was utterly captivating. Her smile exuded charm, leaving many spectators in a daze.

"Give up?" Tang San asked, his gaze locked onto Zhu Zhuqing.

At this moment, Dai Mubai and the others in the stands watched intently. They knew that Zhu Zhuqing had lost in this manner earlier and Tang San had now used the toxin from his first soul ring as a precaution. Wang Feng, however, appeared unperturbed.

"Give up?" Zhu Zhuqing repeated with a smile. It was her first time smiling and it was truly enchanting.

"You want me to admit defeat but this time, it won't be so easy!" Her face flushed suddenly as her golden eyes gleamed brightly.

In an instant, golden light radiated from the vines wrapped tightly around her body, accompanied by golden electric currents coursing through it.

"It's the lightning from her body that's trying to destroy my vines!" Tang San realized something was amiss.

Boom!

In the next moment, all the vines constricting Zhu Zhuqing exploded into countless shards of light.

It happened in the blink of an eye, too fast for Tang San to react. He was stunned, realizing that this wasn't the speed Zhu Zhuqing should possess. He had fought her earlier and thought he knew her capabilities.

He activated his Purple Demon Eye, trying to track Zhu Zhuqing's movements. 

"To the right!" he yelled as he extended and utilized his Mysterious Jade Hand, using the Capturing Crane Catching Dragon technique to meet Zhu Zhuqing's claws.

But as their hands made contact, Tang San felt an immense force coming from Zhu Zhuqing's claws, forcing him to take several steps back. His arm tingled.

"How can Zhu Zhuqing be this strong just from receiving a single boost from Feng'ge's first soul ability? She's an agility attack system soul master and her Hell Civet martial soul isn't known for raw power!" Tang San was bewildered. Her speed had been impressive before but he could still perceive it with his Purple Demon Eye. 

Now, it was nearly impossible to track her movements. Her speed had increased significantly and even his Mysterious Jade Hand couldn't fully resist the paralysis caused by her lightning-infused strength.

Bang, bang, bang!

In the blink of an eye, Tang San and Zhu Zhuqing exchanged several moves. They attempted to trap Zhu Zhuqing again using Blue Silver Grass and exploit the toxins attached to it. However, something strange occurred: Zhu Zhuqing's speed remained unaffected, as if she were immune to Tang San's toxins.

"How could this be!" Tang San exclaimed, cold sweat breaking out on his forehead. 

"Could it be that she's somehow immune to my toxins? How is that possible... unless... it's brother Feng's soul ability! Could his [Deification] soul ability also grant immunity to toxins?"

Tang San was uncertain, but he soon found out.

With an increase in the soul ring's age, the soul ability gained significant improvements, not to mention raising the upper limit to two thousand years. This enhancement included making the [Deification] ability immune to toxins. Wang Feng, although unaware of this development, now understood it clearly.

After a while, Tang San realized that he couldn't hold out any longer. Zhu Zhuqing's claws hurts him even if he tried to outmaneuver her or block using his Mysterious Jade Hand. In close combat, the paralyzing effect was also inevitable and physical condition would inevitably decline upon contact. 

Tang San could see no path to victory, unless he resorted to using hidden weapons.

But using hidden weapons would be too powerful and Tang San wasn't willing to use them casually just in sparring match between peers.

Bang, bang!

Sometime later, Tang San lay on the ground, a bitter smile on his face as he surrendered. The battle had lasted for half an hour.

At this moment, the golden light on Zhu Zhuqing's body had still not dissipated, indicating that her enhanced state persisted.

As Tang San surrendered, cheers erupted in the arena.

"I can't believe they won!" Ma Hongjun exclaimed incredulously. 

"How did they manage to win? Xiao Wu seemed to lose her combat effectiveness after a few exchanges with Zhu Zhuqing?"

"It must be the lightning from her body." Ning Rongrong speculated. 

"I think it gives her opponents a paralyzing effect. And from what we've seen, Zhu Zhuqing's speed and strength have greatly improved in all aspects."

"As a matter of fact." Oscar chimed in, "It seems that Zhu Zhuqing is also immune to the toxins in Tang San's Blue Silver Grass. I wonder if she ate my sausages in advance to counteract the toxins."

Oscar's sausages also had detoxification and condition-eliminating effects.

"No, your sausages don't detoxify instantly." Dai Mubai pondered. 

"I suspect it's her [Deification] soul ability that grants immunity to toxins... It's incredibly abnormal."

With the 2v2 match concluded, the four returned to the lounge. Xiao Wu wore a bitter expression, as if she had just eaten a bitter melon, looking disheartened. Tang San also appeared somewhat embarrassed. Laughter was on the tip of everyone's tongues but remained stifled.

"Thank you." Zhu Zhuqing said to Wang Feng.

She had returned to her normal state after sometime.

Wang Feng waved his hand casually. "You're welcome."

"I finally understand, brother Feng, why you always refer to yourself as an auxiliary system soul master." Xiao Wu said through clenched fists, her expression a mix of frustration and anger.

They looked at Wang Feng and finally grasped why he prefer to refer himself as an auxiliary system soul master.

His [Deification] soul ability was simply unbeatable.

Ning Rongrong gazed at Wang Feng with a hint of loss. One soul ability, just one soul ability and it may be the best support ability on the mainland.

"Even though it's a single soul ability, it's just too overpowered..." Dai Mubai couldn't help but comment. 

"It comes with a paralyzing attack effect, a defensive effect, and immunity to toxins. It has a long duration and, more importantly, it seems to at least double one's strength and speed and all physical aspects. My White Tiger Vajra Transformation can only double my attributes and last for just half an hour."

Wang Feng smiled as he heard the words, the [Deification] soul ability is not a single user ability—it's can also be applied in a group. The only catch is that it consumes more soul power and he can't handle the soul power consumption of many people at once, yet. 

Unlike the Sven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, which has a broad coverage area and each soul ring possesses unique attributes characteristics to boost. Zhu Zhuqing moved her lips but remained silent. Meanwhile, Dai Mubai and the rest observed the battle. In truth, only Zhu Zhuqing knew how much her overall attributes had improved—threefold! Yes, her overall physical fitness had improved by at least three times.

For the first time, she felt the effects of the [Deification] skills and she hadn't even used her full power yet. Consequently, Tang San might not fully grasp the extent of her strength improvement. It was awe-inspiring—a profound sensation of strength coursed through Zhu Zhuqing as she was in the 'deified' state.

"Hey, Wang Feng, I think your first soul skill is the most incredible one—it enhances your body and also appearance all at once," Ma Hongjun grinned, "When do I get experience your soul ability and can it permanently enhance it, my appearence?" Ma Hongjun wasn't too thrilled about his own appearance.

Wang Feng looked at Ma Hongjun with a hint of embarrassment, "I'm afraid it's impossible. You'll need a complete transformation and my [Deification] skills can't help with that." Laughter erupted from everyone upon hearing this, leaving Ma Hongjun somewhat heartbroken.

"Don't fret, I have a feeling that your appearance will change once your martial soul evolves or have enough soul ring on it." Wang Feng reassured him. In the original story, Ma Hongjun did underwent such a transformation. Ma Hongjun felt much better upon hearing this.

"Alright, let's head back. The master has already returned." Dai Mubai coughed a few times, "Let today's battle be etched in our memories."

A group of friends exited the arena. Ma Hongjun cleared his throat, looking mysterious. "Boss Dai, I fancy paying a visit to the somewhere else. Would you come?"

Dai Mubai's expression changed. If he was his usual self and alone, he'd definitely go along but not now. 

"Forget it!" Dai Mubai quickly waved him off.

Ma Hongjun chuckled, observing Zhu Zhuqing with a knowing glance. "Hey, Boss Dai, why the sudden restraint? Planning to get serious, are you?"

Dai Mubai couldn't help but curse, "Don't compare me to your low taste! Are you implying I'd go carousing?" 

Ma Hongjun shook his head disdainfully. He had no choice but to go, otherwise, he wouldn't consider visiting that type of establishment for fun. But seeing Dai Mubai's disdainful grin, Ma Hongjun raised an eyebrow and bid farewell to the group before leaving directly.

"Boss Dai, where did Fatty Ma go?" Xiao Wu asked curiously.

Dai Mubai chuckled, "Well, he's got a strong 'evil fire' inside him. He needs to cool down or he can't focus on his training. Regular women can't handle it... So, he has to go to a place like Goulan in Suotuo City."

'In ancient terms, that meant a brothel', Wang Feng thought.

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