Chapter 67: Stand Still, You Can't Hurt Me — A Punch to Leave You Bruised
Tang Yuehua stood beside Tang Hao, her beautiful eyes shimmering like water as she gazed at Zhou Yi's upright figure, exuding an extraordinary and transcendent aura.
She knew Zhou Yi was powerful—terrifyingly so.
After all, she couldn't even get out of bed most times.
However, she hadn't often seen Zhou Yi truly in battle, save for that one time in the cave when he effortlessly killed the flower thief, Luo Zhifan, with a single sword strike.
Although she had followed Zhou Yi through countless miles of warfare, experiencing one battle after another…
She always ended up injured, relying on Zhou Yi's specially crafted Nine-Flower Jade Dew Ointment.
But those battles could not compare.
They weren't even the same kind of fight.
"Is this Zhou Yi's self-created martial path?"
Tang Chen narrowed his eyes, staring intently at Zhou Yi.
The others hadn't seen it clearly earlier.
But with his cultivation as a Rank 99 Pinnacle Douluo, Tang Chen had caught everything.
Just as Huyan Zhen was about to collide with Zhou Yi, a faint golden light had radiated from Zhou Yi's body.
It was as if a golden bell had enveloped him.
When Huyan Zhen struck, he didn't even touch Zhou Yi's clothing but was instead violently repelled.
The sheer force of the rebound shattered an unknown number of Huyan Zhen's bones in an instant.
Terrifying.
"This is Zhou Yi's self-created soul skill—or rather, a martial skill. It doesn't rely on a martial soul or soul rings to activate?"
Qian Xunji's gaze flickered as he focused on Zhou Yi's figure.
Though he didn't want to admit it, he had a sinking feeling that even he might not be able to break Zhou Yi's defense.
Let alone withstand his attacks.
After all, Zhou Yi had incapacitated Yue Guan with a single punch.
While he was stronger than Yue Guan, there was no guarantee he could endure the same blow.
Clap! Clap! Clap!
A crisp round of applause broke the silence. Qian Daoliu stepped forward slowly, smiling as he said:
"Your martial path is truly remarkable, little friend. Even an old man like me can't help but feel intrigued. Today, allow me to witness the brilliance of your unparalleled martial arts!"
He understood that Qian Xunji was likely no match for Zhou Yi.
Thus, he had no choice but to step in and suppress Zhou Yi's growing momentum.
"Elder Consecration, please go ahead."
Zhou Yi smiled faintly, his hands still clasped behind his back.
His gaze seemed to convey: I am invincible; do as you please.
Everyone held their breath.
This was Qian Daoliu, the Grand Elder Consecration of Spirit Hall!
A figure incomparable to someone like Huyan Zhen, who wasn't even a Titled Douluo.
Even if Zhou Yi were not a match for Qian Daoliu, the upcoming battle would surely be a fierce clash between dragons and tigers.
"Well then, young man, I won't hold back!"
Qian Daoliu moved, soaring into the sky. Behind him appeared a radiant Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul, bathing him in divine light and making him appear transcendent.
"So this is the Angel Martial Soul?"
"Amazing!"
Countless Soul Masters, who had only ever heard of the Angel Martial Soul passed down in the Qian family, now beheld it for the first time.
"What terrifying power!"
"It feels as though my very soul is trembling!"
"Is this the pinnacle of a Soul Master's strength?"
As the oppressive aura spread, Soul Masters retreated far away, leaving the area around Zhou Yi completely deserted for a hundred meters.
"So this is the might of Rank 99?"
"It's overwhelming!"
"Right now, I wouldn't stand a chance!"
Chen Xin, the Sword Douluo, now at Rank 96, stared gravely at Qian Daoliu in the sky. His heart was shaken, but his battle spirit burned brightly.
Rank 99?
With the swordsmanship his teacher had imparted…
One day…
He would surpass it.
"Grandfather, can Brother Zhou withstand the Elder Consecration's attack?"
Tang Hao asked in shock, turning to Tang Chen.
"It's hard to say. I can't see through Zhou Yi anymore," Tang Chen replied, shaking his head. "However, the power of Rank 99 far exceeds that of an ordinary Titled Douluo. Zhou Yi is probably not a match. But with his defense, it won't be easy for Qian Daoliu to kill him either."
"He won't lose!"
Tang Yuehua clenched her fists, her beautiful eyes fixed on the battlefield.
"Angel Light Blade!"
Without wasting words, Qian Daoliu attacked directly.
Blinding golden light erupted as fifteen smaller golden swords materialized around him. They merged into a massive golden blade of light.
The sight of this enormous sword made countless Soul Masters tremble.
If it were aimed at them, they knew they would die without question.
The power was too overwhelming.
Even though Bibi Dong and Tang Yuehua knew Zhou Yi was strong, sweat drenched their palms as their hearts seemed to stop.
This blade's power was enough to cleave a mountain in two.
Boom!
Qian Daoliu grasped the massive golden blade with both hands and slashed downward toward Zhou Yi.
Zhou Yi looked up, his gaze tranquil as ever. With hands still clasped behind his back, he remained motionless.
This time, however, no one assumed he was paralyzed with fear.
Everyone stared intently, eager to see if Zhou Yi's technique that repelled Huyan Zhen could withstand the terrifying power of Qian Daoliu's blade.
Buzz!
As the golden blade descended, just a foot above Zhou Yi's head, a golden bell materialized once more, shielding him entirely.
Dong!
A resonant chime echoed, accompanied by a shockwave of energy. Stones shattered and flew in all directions.
Countless Soul Masters hastily activated their Soul Power to resist the blast.
This time, they finally saw it clearly—a golden, bell-like soul power shield enveloped Zhou Yi completely.
The massive golden blade descended…
And failed to move the shield even an inch.
The blade disintegrated piece by piece, vanishing into the air.
Everyone's breath caught.
He blocked it.
He truly blocked it.
And so effortlessly.
Without lifting a finger.
"What terrifying defense!"
Qian Daoliu was inwardly alarmed. While this wasn't his most powerful attack, even a Rank 96 Titled Douluo couldn't have withstood it.
Yet Zhou Yi's golden bell had stopped it with ease.
No cracks.
Not even a dent.
"Angel Sacred Sword!"
The next strike followed instantly. A golden vortex appeared before Qian Daoliu's palm, condensing into a fearsome golden sword of light.
This sword was even more formidable, streaking toward Zhou Yi's chest like a flying blade.
Clang!
The golden bell chimed again. The light sword shattered upon impact.
The battlefield fell into deathly silence.
Countless Soul Masters stared, wide-eyed and breathless.
The first strike might have been a test, but the second carried at least seventy percent of Qian Daoliu's strength.
Yet it was still effortlessly repelled.
This golden bell's defense was practically invincible.
No wonder Huyan Zhen had ended up in such a miserable state.
"How is this possible?"
"How could this brat be so powerful?"
Qian Xunji's disbelief was written all over his face...
Zhou Yi's display of power had already surpassed all expectations.
"Brother Yi is amazing!"
Bibi Dong's eyes sparkled with admiration, as if she might melt into a Zhou Yi-shaped figure entirely.
"What is this Golden Bell Shield? How could its defense be so strong?"
At this moment, Qian Daoliu was truly infuriated.
Even after unleashing two strikes, he hadn't managed to break through Zhou Yi's defense.
It was utterly humiliating.
"Angel's Radiance!"
Qian Daoliu clasped his hands together in a prayer-like gesture, holding them close to his chest as he activated his ninth spirit ability. A brilliant golden light erupted from his body.
As he gently pushed his clasped hands forward, an enormous golden beam of light shot forth with explosive force.
This strike was earth-shattering, powerful enough to terrify both the heavens and the underworld.
Countless Soul Masters trembled as their very souls quaked; those with weaker wills collapsed to the ground in sheer terror.
"Qian Daoliu is going all out now!"
Tang Chen's expression turned grim. Even he would need to give his utmost effort to block this attack. A single misstep, and he might sustain injuries.
After all, he and Qian Daoliu were evenly matched in strength.
On the ground, Tang Chen had the upper hand.
But in the air, Qian Daoliu reigned supreme.
"Zhou Yi!"
Bibi Dong couldn't help but cry out in alarm. This attack was utterly terrifying, a world-shattering force that made it hard for her to breathe.
Even though she had faith in Zhou Yi, she couldn't suppress her worry.
"This is the end for Zhou Yi!"
"The Martial God Douluo, just as he's risen, will soon fall!"
"A tree that stands out is always the first to be felled!"
No one believed Zhou Yi could withstand such a devastating blow.
The sheer power of the attack left no room for doubt.
No one, except for Chen Xin, Liu Erlong, and Zhou Yi's closest allies.
Yet, just when everyone was certain Zhou Yi was doomed, he defied all expectations.
He appeared in the sky at an unimaginable speed, so fast that it left the spectators in utter disbelief.
What shocked them even more was that Zhou Yi, possessing such extraordinary speed, could have easily dodged the attack.
Instead, he didn't evade it at all.
He flew directly into the golden beam with his body.
"Is he insane?"
"I can't let you destroy my Yihua Manor!
"I spent a lot of money building it!"
Zhou Yi's calm voice reached everyone's ears, leaving the crowd collectively stunned.
He charged headlong into an attack of apocalyptic proportions just to protect his estate?
How bizarrely unconventional could his thinking be?
Boom!
The Angel's Radiance struck Zhou Yi's Golden Bell Shield with full force. The resulting explosion of golden light was blinding, forcing every Soul Master to shield their eyes instinctively.
When they finally opened them again, what they saw left them speechless.
Zhou Yi stood tall in the void, his hands clasped behind his back, his robes fluttering gracefully.
He looked like a deity descended upon the mortal realm, without a single scratch or trace of battle on him.
"How is this possible?"
For the first time, Qian Daoliu's previously composed expression cracked. He was visibly shaken.
If Zhou Yi had dodged with sheer speed, it wouldn't have been surprising.
But Zhou Yi had taken his ultimate attack head-on and remained completely unscathed?
Even more terrifying was the fact that Zhou Yi hadn't moved a finger throughout the entire exchange.
He hadn't even drawn upon his unparalleled skill in swordsmanship.
If Zhou Yi unleashed his full power, how dreadful would it be?
It wasn't just Qian Daoliu who was astounded.
Qian Xunji, Chrysanthemum Douluo, Ghost Douluo, and countless other powerful Soul Masters were equally stunned.
Was this even human?
This level of power was beyond comprehension.
It was divine.
The Martial God Douluo truly lived up to his title. His might was terrifying beyond measure.
"What's so impossible about it?"
Zhou Yi chuckled softly and vanished, reappearing right in front of Qian Daoliu in an instant.
The distance between their faces was less than ten centimeters.
"Ah!"
Qian Daoliu yelped in surprise, his pupils contracting as every hair on his body stood on end.
How could he move this fast?
Before he could even react, Zhou Yi was already in front of him.
Ascending Immortal Steps.
Silent. Invisible.
Faster than the speed of sound.
"Take this!"
Zhou Yi clenched his fist and landed a punch squarely on Qian Daoliu's eye.
Bang.
"Argh!"
Qian Daoliu let out a wretched scream as he plummeted like a rag doll, crashing into the ground below.
The earth trembled from the impact, and dust billowed into the air.
The crowd turned to look, only to see a human-shaped crater in the ground.
Zhou Yi descended gracefully, as serene and divine as an immortal descending to the mortal world.
Yet, Qian Daoliu, a Rank 99 Pinnacle Douluo, truly lived up to his reputation.
His vitality was astounding.
He struggled to sit up from the crater, but one of his eyes was already swollen purple, bruised beyond recognition.
Countless Soul Masters stared in shock.
Then, unable to suppress their laughter, they burst out.
Was this still the same otherworldly, divinely handsome Angel Douluo?
This was a complete humiliation.
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