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Upon receiving Xu Sheng's approval, the Elder nodded his head and immediately released his Martial Soul. Behind him, a massive black Magic Bear slowly emerged, his very own Martial Soul. Nine standard soul rings rose from beneath his feet...
He was clearly a direct-attack class Titled Douluo!
In the next moment, the Elder took a deep breath and did something utterly unthinking...
The seventh soul ring at his feet lit up instantaneously, "Seventh Soul Skill, Black Bear True Body!"
The entire black bear Martial Soul behind him fused with his own body, causing his size to increase by a good half again. Just by looking at those bear paws, which were several meters thick, one could tell that this guy's offensive power was incredibly strong!
This astonishing scene changed the expressions of the Elders and guest elders at Xu Sheng's side...
Could this Elder be an undercover agent sent by the Hao Tian Clan?
Did he intend to completely destroy their path to the Hao Tian Clan and delay them in one fell swoop?
Calling this guy out for a trial, yet he actually used his Martial Soul True Body for the test. He was either not in his right mind or he was doing this on purpose!
Even Xu Sheng's mouth twitched several times, immediately judging that this Elder of the Hall of Martial Souls was an honest man who had probably been bullied quite a bit.
However, the Elder seemed oblivious to the unusual looks around him. He raised his bear arm, which was several meters thick, and slammed it directly onto the massive net woven by the Netherworld Ghost vines...
All the Elders of the Hall of Martial Souls turned their heads away in horror, while the Spirit Hall soul masters behind were curiously watching the scene.
With the Elder of the Hall of Martial Souls using his Martial Soul True Body, shattering this plant should be a piece of cake...
After the huge bear paw slammed into the Netherworld Ghostvine... all the rocks around began to tremble slightly...
However, since it was a plant being hit, the noise wasn't very loud...
Gazing down at the vine that had withstood his bear paw without a single change, the Elder rubbed his head in confusion, wondering, "Could it be that I've made a mistake in what I saw?"
It was only then that the side-headed Elders looked towards the area that had been struck, and they gasped in amazement, "Hiss... this Netherworld Ghostvine can actually withstand the attack of a direct-attack class Titled Douluo!!!!!"
"It's probably not just that; not even a sign of cracking can be seen on those vines! What kind of defensive power is this?"
"Indeed, worthy of His Highness the Holy Son, not only is his attack extremely outstanding, but his defense is also so remarkably strong!"
The Elder who had used his Martial Soul True Body looked down once more, slowly stretching out a hand as if to strike down again...
The sight made the surrounding Elders' eyelids jump as they hurriedly cried out to stop him, "Magic Bear Elder, that's enough!! Stop your hand!"
"Stop now! Magic Bear Elder!"
"Is the Magic Bear Elder here to test his own offensive strength or what? Can't he act normally!!"
On hearing this, the Magic Bear Elder stopped his massive descending paw in mid-air and then released his Martial Soul True Body form...
Xu Sheng covered his forehead with his hand and slowly began to speak, "Stop the chit-chat. You five Elders quickly go ahead and explore. The three of us, including Snake Spear Porcupine, will take care of the rear."
"Yes!"
After receiving Xu Sheng's command, the five Elders turned into several shadowy figures and easily passed through the chains...
Seeing this, Xu Sheng slowly turned around and signaled to the dense crowd of Spirit Hall soul masters behind him, "Now, all Spirit Hall soul masters should quickly move along this vine, being careful not to touch the grey flames!"
If these lower-level Soul Masters touched the Netherworld Flame, their spiritual power would be destroyed in a matter of minutes!
They would be directly subjected to the excruciating pain of soul rupturing and die!
No sooner had he spoken than the swarm of soul masters began to stir, rapidly stepping on the path woven by the Netherworld Ghost vines to pass through...
Of course, there were also some soul masters who curiously touched the raging gray flames...
As a result, they were naturally swallowed up by the Netherworld Flame and fell off the cliff...
...
The five Elders from the Hall of Martial Souls exploring the way ahead suddenly felt the presence of six strong soul power fluctuations in front of them and immediately halted their steps...
The eyes of the Elders from the Hall of Martial Souls scrutinized the six figures ahead, and as they keenly felt the soul power fluctuations emanating from them.
An Elder said with an unsightly expression, "How is this possible? These six people are all Titled Douluo!!!!!"
A guest elder to the side exclaimed with a look of surprise, "When did the Hao Tian Clan acquire six Titled Douluo? If they continue to grow for a while longer, won't they be able to contend with the Spirit Hall!!"
Another guest elder cautiously reminded them, "Everyone, be careful, among these six people, there are likely to be several who have reached the level of Hyper Douluo!!"
At this moment, they were indeed one man short compared to their opponents! They did not have the upper hand!
An elder from the Hao Tian Clan said coldly, "Has the Spirit Hall become so weak? Sending only five chicken-hearted fools to think they can annihilate our Hao Tian Clan?"
Another elder drew close to Tang Xiao, puzzled, "Sect Master, it seems that Xu Sheng, as mentioned by Tang Hao, isn't present. These five elders from the Spirit Hall are on par with us, or even slightly weaker!"
Tang Xiao narrowed his eyes, "Don't take them lightly. The soul masters from the Spirit Hall are probably still in the rear. These five elders from the Spirit Hall are likely just here to scout. Everyone, release your martial souls!"
The other five elders from the Hao Tian Clan nodded and each unleashed their martial souls, with fifty-four soul rings flashing with terrifying soul power fluctuations!
Seeing this, the elders from the Spirit Hall also released their martial souls!
Forty-five soul rings slowly rose...
In an instant, the situation showed a clear polarization...
Tang Xiao clenched the Hao Tian Hammer in his hand as his fourth soul ring lit up beneath his feet...
"Charge!!" At his command, all the elders of the Hao Tian Clan charged with endless killing intent towards the elders of the Spirit Hall!
An elder shouted coldly, "Do you really think we're scared of you Hao Tian Clan? Charge!!"
With that, the person grasped their Coiling Dragon Staff and charged out first...
The elders from the Spirit Hall at this elder's side followed suit and engaged in battle...
In an instant, the elders of the Spirit Hall and the elders of the Hao Tian Clan clashed...
...
Gradually awakening from unconsciousness, Tang Hao coughed a few times and, sensing something was wrong, immediately opened his eyes...
He looked around urgently, only to see himself lying on a stretcher carried by the disciples of the Hao Tian Clan...
And it was clear that the disciples of the Hao Tian Clan were in the midst of fleeing!!!
An elder of the Hao Tian Clan, seeing Tang Hao awaken, spoke out, "Tang Hao, you're awake."
Tang Hao looked coldly at the elder, narrowed his eyes, and demanded, "Where is my elder brother? Where are the other elders of the Hao Tian Clan!!!!"
This elder chose not to answer Tang Hao but remained silent "..."
Tang Hao exclaimed angrily, "Damn it!!"
Tang Xiao must have led the other six Titled Douluo to battle!!!
With those words, he endured the pain and stood up, hopping off the stretcher with one leg, his hand releasing a blood-colored giant hammer...
The elder of the Hao Tian Clan frowned, "Tang Hao, what are you doing?!! Get back on the stretcher!"
Tang Hao's pupils radiated intense killing intent, "I'm going back!"
The elder of the Hao Tian Clan scolded, "You're no longer the Hao Tian Douluo at this moment!! Going back would mean just dying in vain!!"
Tang Hao gave a cold glance, "So what."
Meanwhile, Tang San, apparently hearing the dispute, hurried over...
Seeing Tang Hao standing below the stretcher, clutching the Hao Tian Hammer, he knew full well what he was thinking!
In an anxious voice, he said, "Dad! You're already too injured..."
Tang Hao's icy gaze fell on Tang San, "Xiaosan, follow the disciples of the Hao Tian Clan and leave. This is your last test from your father! If you succeed, you will be worthy to be my son, Tang Hao!!"
He then bowed to the elder of the Hao Tian Clan, "Please take care of Xiaosan!"
The elder of the Hao Tian Clan frowned, "But..."
Before he could finish, Tang Hao, with just one leg and one arm, suddenly burst out with terrifying speed and vanished...
Tang San widened his eyes, wanting to follow, "Dad!"
Suddenly, he felt pain in his neck, and his vision went dark, his body collapsing...
Catching the falling Tang San, the elder of the Hao Tian Clan looked at Tang Hao's retreating figure with a complex expression in his eyes, "Tang Hao..."
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