Chapter 292: Angel vs. Sword Douluo

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After resting for two days, Qian Renxue set out. Her soul power was now at Level 94, and she possessed three hundred-thousand-year soul rings, having fully absorbed all six pieces of the Angel God Armor's soul bones.

With this configuration, she was practically invincible below the Limit Douluo level.

(A/N: Regarding the Angel soul bones, wasn't the final piece supposed to require Level 100? For the purposes of this trial, the Asura God adjusted the rules to allow her to absorb the soul bones early.

Though the difficulty of the trials increased as a result.)

Qian Renxue rose, activating her martial soul. Six wings unfurled behind her back as she soared toward the headquarters of the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect.

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Tian Dou Empire, Nine Treasures City (Originally Seven Treasures City)

"Ah, Rongrong has been gone for so many years. I wonder how she's doing…"

The Bone Douluo lay sprawled on the Elders' Seat in a posture of despair, his eyes devoid of any light.

"Sigh… Rongrong, Grandpa Bones misses you so much. Without your lively presence, the entire Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect feels lifeless."

"Enough, Old Bones. Rongrong left to grow stronger, not to disappear forever. She promised us she'd return with a surprise.

Besides, Oscar is there to protect her. What are you worried about? And if that's not enough, there's Li Luochen. His strength surpasses both of ours—surely he can keep her safe?"

The Sword Douluo cut off the Bone Douluo's pessimistic musings.

"Hey, you old rascal, don't you miss Rongrong too?"

"Of course I do! But she'll return eventually. If you miss her so much, why don't you visit her at Sea God Island?"

"True." The Bone Douluo sat up straight, suddenly finding this idea appealing.

"Cough cough, Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone. The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect still needs both of you. Though the continent is currently at peace, the Spirit Hall remains a formidable force.

A few years ago, they annihilated the Hao Tian Sect. Who's to say they won't come for us next? Even though we've already submitted our loyalty, it's better to remain cautious."

Ning Fengzhi, seated in the sect leader's position, interrupted the two elders' plans to leave.

"Fengzhi, the Spirit Hall seems perfectly normal these days. Over the past few years, the number of personnel at the Spirit Hall branches in the Tian Dou Empire has decreased significantly.

Aside from the annual visits by officials to awaken martial souls in villages, they haven't made any major moves. Even the Platinum Bishop Salas has been reassigned.

The current Platinum Bishop of the Holy Spirit Hall, though younger and less experienced, is far more tactful than Salas.

It seems the Spirit Hall doesn't prioritize the Tian Dou Empire anymore. Besides, you're the teacher of Emperor Qinghe and hold the title of Imperial Preceptor. What is there to fear?"

The Bone Douluo was somewhat puzzled, wondering if Ning Fengzhi was overthinking things.

"Uncle Bone, what if the Spirit Hall has already completely taken control of the Tian Dou Empire? The current Qinghe Emperor differs subtly from the previous Xue Qinghe.

The original Xue Qinghe always had lofty ambitions and carried an innate noble aura. The current Xue Qinghe lacks that regal bearing. This is something I've observed carefully.

On the day of his coronation, Xue Qinghe's demeanor differed slightly from the man currently sitting on the throne.

I dare to make a bold guess: Xue Qinghe has been replaced. Perhaps the current emperor is merely a stand-in.

Perhaps the switch happened even before I took him as my disciple. Otherwise, why would all the other princes have died under mysterious circumstances, including even the dissolute Xue Beng?

This person's schemes run deep. Perhaps he's already one of the Spirit Hall's agents?"

Ning Fengzhi's sharp gaze reflected his deep contemplation. He had thought about this for a long time. On the eve of Xue Qinghe's coronation, Xue Qinghe had spoken to Ning Fengzhi.

During their conversation, Xue Qinghe revealed a chilling look, which Ning Fengzhi noticed immediately. With this question about the Spirit Hall in mind, he had pondered for a long time.

He boldly speculated that Xue Qinghe might be an agent of the Spirit Hall! Perhaps the Tian Dou Empire was already in their grasp. And the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect was now precariously balanced on a tightrope.

"No way, Fengzhi, that's truly terrifying!" The Sword Douluo found the idea equally alarming.

"If… he really is from the Spirit Hall… Hmm? Who's that!"

Just as the Sword Douluo was about to ask a question, his spiritual sense detected someone approaching at incredible speed.

The Sword Douluo was the first to notice, followed by the Bone Douluo. Both Title Douluos quickly shot into the air.

A golden speck in the distance gradually grew larger. The figure was a woman, clad in a golden palace gown. The dress was a one-piece design, seemingly woven from golden threads, without excessive embellishments. Its style was simple yet elegant.

The high collar protected her long, fair neck, while her golden hair flowed loosely down her back, uncombed, forming a striking contrast with her otherwise immaculate attire.

"I remember you—you're one of Li Luochen's wives. I saw you at Shrek Academy. I never expected you to be such a powerful individual?"

The Sword Douluo's sharp gaze betrayed his familiarity with Qian Renxue. After all, when Li Luochen had brought her home, it hadn't escaped the notice of many influential factions, including the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect.

"Heh, my name is Qian Renxue. I'm quite familiar with all of you. Sword Chen Xin, do you dare to fight me?"

Qian Renxue suddenly materialized the Angel God Sword in her hand, pointing it at the Sword Douluo.

"Hey, old rascal, she's here to duel you. Do you have the guts to accept? If you get hurt, Li Luochen might never forgive you, hmm? Why aren't you saying anything, old rascal?"

The Bone Douluo didn't recognize Qian Renxue's martial soul, but the Sword Douluo knew exactly what it was.

"The Six-Winged Angel! You possess the Six-Winged Angel martial soul? What's your relationship with Qian Daoliu?"

The Sword Douluo gazed at Qian Renxue with a grave expression.

"He's my grandfather. Since you refuse to make the first move, I'll take the initiative. First soul skill, Angel Assault!"

Qian Renxue concentrated the sacred energy of the Six-Winged Angel into her sword, launching an attack that formed a golden shield, combining offense and defense. The sacred energy eroded and suppressed the soul power of her target.

"Second soul skill, Soul Sword Protection!"

The Sword Douluo summoned his Seven Kill Sword to form a protective shield. However, upon being struck by the sacred energy, the shield was instantly dissolved.

"What?!"

"Angel Domain!" Qian Renxue unleashed her domain.

The Six-Winged Angel's innate domain, called the Angel Domain, symbolized justice. Once activated, it could cover an area of several thousand square meters in the air. Within this range, Qian Renxue was the absolute ruler.

The Angel Domain allowed Qian Renxue to become intangible, increasing her own strength by 30% (boosted further in True Martial Soul Form, and extendable to allies), while reducing her opponent's power by 10%. The domain was filled with self-purifying sacred energy that continuously eroded the opponent's soul power. It also greatly diminished the enemy's sensory abilities and could lock them in the center of the domain. Even teleportation would only result in staying in place.

Even if the opponent managed to move a short distance using Qian Renxue's attacks, they would immediately return to the center once the attack's effects faded.

"What?! A domain?!" The Bone Douluo, watching from afar, grew solemn. Domains were rare abilities mastered only by a few Title Douluos—he didn't possess one.

"Seven Kill Domain!"

The Sword Douluo unleashed his own domain. Within his domain, his attacks and killing intent were greatly amplified, which had always given him the upper hand over the Bone Douluo.

But now, even the Seven Kill Domain was at a disadvantage within the Angel Domain! The Seven Kill Domain was slowly being eroded by the opposing Angel Domain!

"Father, was the opponent you faced back then this terrifying? But I don't think that top-tier expert used a domain, did they?"

The Sword Douluo recalled his father's dying words—the true strength of that supreme expert!

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