Chapter 159: Never to be Seen Again

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Her bewitching eyes filled with a strange allure fixed on the man in front of her. Hu Liena was fully prepared and would not underestimate this person just because he was only a Soul Elder.

She had also heard that he had killed a Soul King, so she could not take him lightly based on that alone.

Watching the determined Hu Liena in front of him, Zeng Yi dared not be careless. He couldn't afford to underestimate a fully motivated Soul King, considering the huge gap in soul power between two major realms.

His body suddenly showed an aggressive momentum, an invisible fluctuation spreading out. Zeng Yi also released three soul rings, one yellow and two purple. Such a configuration of soul rings on a Soul Elder was quite eye-catching.

His black pupils, instantly tinged with a trace of indifference and silver color. His second soul skill, the Sword of Selflessness, quietly activated, increasing his power by thirty percent.

The deepest purple soul ring on his body flashed again, activating his third soul skill, Sword Domain.

An even more powerful aura erupted from Zeng Yi's body, causing the surrounding space to become heavy, and the temperature turned chilling due to his fierce determination.

Zeng Yi increased his power by an additional fifty percent.

With the passive effect of his [Ronin] ability, the boost from the second and third soul skills, Zeng Yi was confident in matched against a Soul King.

Feeling the fierce momentum rushing towards her, sharp and cold like an icy sword, Hu Liena felt an immense heaviness in her heart. She had heard that this person could kill a Soul King, but she still had some doubts. However, when she faced this man personally and felt the pressure emanating from him, she became truly terrified.

He really had the ability to kill a Soul King!

Perhaps, he could even kill her.

Looking at Zeng Yi, a thought rose in Hu Liena's heart.

No, even if he is strong, he is just a Soul Elder. How can he beat me? I am a genius, the Saintess of the Martial Soul Hall, not an ordinary Soul King!

Rejecting her thoughts, Hu Liena clenched her teeth and her body slightly bowed.

Swish - A sudden sound broke the silence, as Hu Liena quickly rushed towards Zeng Yi. Her shadow in the air transformed into beautiful illusions, with her ghostly speed. In her hands, sharp claws pointed straight at Zeng Yi's throat.

Zeng Yi calmly watched Hu Liena charging towards him and softly uttered a word.

In an instant, a sharp sword intent soared into the sky. A bright silver cold light flashed across the night sky, disappearing in an instant.

The entire space became cold because of this sword intent.

In an instant, Zeng Yi's and Hu Liena's bodies crossed each other and then came to a halt.

The atmosphere instantly became silent.

Hu Liena stood still in a daze, her beautiful eyes wide open, filled with an expression of disbelief.

The black veil that covered her face was cut into two halves, silently slipping down.

"So fast! I couldn't even react. Moreover, in the moment I approached him, I felt my body sinking, as if stuck in mud, and even my soul power was suppressed, causing my reaction to be delayed." This is the effect of his soul skill, right?

Hu Liena was now filled with incredible shock, unable to believe. Her feeling of frustration and defeat stemmed from the fact that Zeng Yi had just shown mercy by only cutting her veil off instead of taking her life.

I lost!

Hu Liena stood motionless, a strong sense of unwillingness welling up in her heart.

A gust of night wind blew, lifting up the veil that had fallen from Hu Liena's face, blowing it towards Zeng Yi.

Sensing something behind him, Zeng Yi turned lightly and grabbed the falling veil. The veil still retained a warm temperature, and a faint fragrance wafted through the air.

"You don't have the intention to kill me, so this battle is meaningless. So, stop." Zeng Yi looked at Hu Liena's back with his silver eyes, calmly stating.

Meaningless?

Hearing Zeng Yi's words, Hu Liena clenched her fists involuntarily.

Does he look down on me? Does that mean being the Saintess of the Martial Soul Hall is also meaningless?

Angry thoughts echoed in Hu Liena's mind. Being defeated by someone younger and weaker than herself shattered all her pride and insulted the honor of being the Saintess of the Martial Soul Hall.

Unwilling! I feel so unwilling!

Drip~

A drop of blood fell onto the asphalt, creating a clear sound, as the enchanting blood flower bloomed and disappeared in an instant.

Hey, hey, hey, is it really necessary to be so worked up? 

Seeing the woman's back, trembling slightly, her tightly clenched fists and sharp nails sinking into her flesh, blood continuously flowing and dripping onto the pavement.

Is she going to cry? Why did she have to pick a fight with me?

Zeng Yi felt somewhat helpless, but he wouldn't comfort a woman, especially one who had come to cause trouble for him.

"Well, I'm leaving now. It's late at night, so be careful walking alone. I won't escort you anymore, never to be seen again!" Zeng Yi said and immediately turned around, using his [Forward Steps Slash] to disappear in a burst of smoke.

Hu Liena didn't chase after Zeng Yi, but remained silent in her place as if she hadn't yet recovered from the shadow of her defeat.

After a while, Hu Liena loosened her tightly clenched fist, her two arms hanging down, the blood-soaked palm looking rather terrifying.

Lifting her head, she looked at the bright moon in the sky with lifeless eyes.

Three months ago, Hu Liena inexplicably gained a fiancé, Zeng Yi. As the Saintess of the Martial Soul Hall, she knew that many things were out of her control, including her own marriage. Hearing that the person was very powerful and even more talented than her, her master chose to marry her off to him in order to win him over. However, as someone with extraordinary talent, she naturally could not accept it, hence she practiced even harder to prove to her master that she was not inferior to Zeng Yi.

Just half a month ago, she successfully broke through to the 50th level of soul power, obtained her fifth soul ring outside of the Martial Soul City, becoming a Soul King. She became the youngest person in the Martial Soul Hall to break through to that level, which filled her with even more confidence and pride.

Full of confidence, she came to Suotuo City, wanting to see what kind of person her fiancé really was and intending to teach him a lesson.

However, the events that unfolded left her in utter despair.

She was defeated, thoroughly defeated.

All her former confidence and pride were shattered mercilessly by Zeng Yi, leaving her completely defenseless.

Suddenly, a figure appeared next to Hu Liena, a middle-aged man in white clothes.

"Your Holiness." The man in white clothes spoke softly.

"Elder Chrysanthemum, you saw it too, right? Am I useless? I've brought shame to the Martial Soul Hall." Hu Liena looked at the man in white clothes blankly, her face filled with desolation.

This man in white clothes was precisely the Titled Douluo of the Martial Soul Hall, Elder Chrysanthemum, Yue Guan. This time, he accompanied Hu Liena to the Star Dou Forest to obtain her fifth soul ring.

"That Zeng Yi is very powerful, his swordsmanship is extraordinary and his soul skills are also quite strange. Your Holiness lost because you didn't know the effect of his soul skills, which led to your defeat. If you were to fight again, Your Holiness will definitely win against him." Yue Guan said, but he himself didn't believe those words.

As a Titled Douluo, with his keen eyes, he could naturally see Zeng Yi's strength from that one sword strike. If they were to fight again, their Saintess would still lose. They would only be able to hold on a little longer under Zeng Yi's sword.

"But if I die, will there be another chance?" Hu Liena whispered.

At this statement, Yue Guan fell silent.

"Zeng Yi is your future husband! Someone this strong can protect you even better in the future! So, relax a little bit, have confidence, and don't dwell on these matters anymore." Yue Guan smiled and tried to persuade her.

To be honest, Zeng Yi's performance had indeed amazed him. If not for the engagement already arranged through the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, he would have wanted to make a move earlier to eliminate this dangerous sprout before he grew up.

But with their marriage set, he would eventually become his Martial Soul Hall's son-in-law. A monstrous figure like him belonged to their Martial Soul Hall, and there was no need for any more trouble.

That Sword Titled Douluo was really lucky to have such an excellent disciple!

Thinking this, Yue Guan's eyes narrowed slightly, revealing a faint smile.

"My future husband, huh?"

Hu Liena murmured softly, closing her eyes as she seemed to be lost in thought.

After a while, Hu Liena opened her eyes, seemingly regaining some spirit.

"Elder Chrysanthemum, let's go."

"Yes, Your Holiness."

Before leaving, Yue Guan took a deep look in the direction where Zeng Yi had left.

Such an interesting kid!