Chapter 153: World Domination

At the same time, Xu Yang's aura surged upward, empowered by the Sun Domain of the ferocious beast Golden Crow.

"You think you're the only one who can use a Sun Domain?"

Feeling the transformation within his body, Xu Yang's pupils turned crimson-gold. A scornful smile curled at the corner of his lips as a halo of crimson-gold light spread out from his body.

The halo expanded, instantly enveloping Chen Xin. In that moment, the endless Sun True Fire surrounding him vanished into nothingness.

The soul power that had been rapidly depleted due to burning and purification came to a complete halt.

"Gah!!"

Seeing Xu Yang use his own Sun Domain to neutralize its domain's effect, the Golden Crow let out a furious roar.

In a flash, the thirteen Golden Crows with cultivation levels of ten thousand years that had been circling around Xu Yang transformed into streaks of rainbow light. Their twin talons shone with crimson-gold light, clearly having concentrated large amounts of soul power as they lunged toward Xu Yang's vital points.

"Too bad your cultivation's still lacking. Even your rainbow transformation speed isn't fast enough to catch me off guard."

Unfazed, Xu Yang's expression remained calm. Crimson-gold wings unfurled from his back, and his body transformed into a blazing stream of light, moving far faster than the attacking Golden Crows.

Boom!

High in the sky, Xu Yang kept his distance precisely within the range that allowed his Sun Domain to continue protecting Chen Xin. At the same time, he withdrew the Sun Sacred Blade from his right hand, clenched his fist, and punched out.

In an instant, the air rippled, locked in place by a tremendous force, and condensed into a shockwave that blasted directly into the nearest Golden Crow.

"Gah!"

The Golden Crow let out a miserable cry as it was sent hurtling backward like a cannonball, slamming into the island below with a thunderous crash. It lost consciousness on the spot.

The sheer force of the punch shook the entire island. That the shockwave alone could cause such destruction showed just how terrifying Xu Yang's strength truly was.

This Golden Crow was also the most powerful of the flock—aside from the ferocious beast itself—with a full eighty thousand years of cultivation.

Xu Yang had no intention of killing these Golden Crows, so he deliberately held back, controlling the force to seriously injure and knock them out without taking their lives.

That was precisely why he'd put away the Sun Sacred Blade. If his intent were to kill, a single slash would have been more than enough to wipe them all out.

Boom! Boom! Boom! ...

Next, Xu Yang used the same technique—one punch per crow—leaving thirteen massive craters across the island.

The few remaining Golden Crows tried desperately to flee, but no matter how quickly they executed their Rainbow Transformation Technique, Xu Yang would flash forward and strike them down one by one, leaving them to join their unconscious brethren.

After knocking out all thirteen Golden Crows, Xu Yang turned his gaze toward the battlefield where Chen Xin was locked in combat with the ferocious beast Golden Crow.

By now, the two were already deep in a fierce battle. Even though the ferocious beast had immense power, it couldn't match Chen Xin, who was fighting at full strength. Its body was covered in sword wounds, and crimson-gold blood was seeping out continuously.

Though its cultivation had indeed reached the level of a ferocious beast, it was only just over two hundred thousand years. That was roughly equivalent to a Rank 96 in human. Even with its noble bloodline, it couldn't make up the gap in power across three whole levels.

"Humans… dreaming of taking my soul ring and soul bone? You can forget it! I'd rather destroy myself than let you succeed!"

It was the first time the ferocious beast Golden Crow had spoken since Xu Yang and Chen Xin arrived. Its eyes were filled with venomous hatred.

It could clearly see that the youth was also radiating powerful sun energy. There was no doubt in its mind that this human intended to kill it—so the boy could claim its ring and bone.

But it was no ordinary beast—it was a noble Golden Crow. Even in death, it would not allow humans to take its soul ring and soul bone.

As soon as it finished speaking, intense golden light erupted from its body. That light sent a wave of danger through Chen Xin's heart—it was clear that touching it would be fatal.

More importantly, the energy contained within that golden light was simply beyond comprehension.

"You still trying to blow yourself up? Sit down!"

At that moment, Xu Yang's figure appeared directly above the Golden Crow. His right fist, glowing as red as molten iron, came crashing down with overwhelming force.

World Domination!

This technique was Xu Yang's own creation, developed by imitating Elder Mu'sWorld Domination. It infused his attack with spiritual power. Not only was its destructive force immense, but under the enhancement of the Sun Golden Eyes, it could also interrupt the flow of soul power and spiritual power—instantly disrupting the opponent's soul skills.

Especially now, after forming his Golden Core, his soul had undergone a transformation. His spiritual power had grown tremendously and had even begun to exhibit traits of the legendary quasi divine sense. As a result, this move's power had increased severalfold.

Boom!

The ferocious beast Golden Crow felt a tremendous force slam into its head, and immediately afterward, an immense surge of pure energy rushed into its body. A wave of dizziness overtook it. Even its attempt to self-destruct its soul core and soul bone was abruptly interrupted.

"How… how is this possible?"

That was the only thought left in the Golden Crow's fading consciousness. It simply couldn't comprehend how such terrifying power could come from that small human body.

BOOM!

A thunderous explosion echoed across the island. Smoke and dust blanketed the sky, shaking the land and sending ripples through the surrounding sea, where tidal waves surged outward in every direction.

The Fusang Tree began to emit a golden-red glow, and the tremors of the island settled almost instantly.

Xu Yang's Sun Golden Eyes were operating at full capacity, piercing through the smoke to observe the condition of the Golden Crow deep within the island.

Its appearance was utterly miserable—half its head had been caved in. Crimson-gold blood soaked the ground around it, a testament to the sheer force behind Xu Yang's punch.

And yet, even in that state, the Golden Crow had not lost consciousness. It raised its head with pride and glared in Xu Yang's direction. Its wings fluttered ceaselessly, trying to escape the earth's hold.

But within its body, Xu Yang's quasi–divine sense was rampaging wildly. The beast simply couldn't muster enough power to resist.

"Good kid, that was one hell of a punch."

Chen Xin didn't hold back his praise. With his sharp eyes, he had clearly seen the intricacies of Xu Yang's strike. At the same time, the Seven Kill Sword in his hand began glowing blue. He raised it in a poised, two-handed stance, aiming its tip squarely at the wounded Golden Crow below. He laughed heartily.

"I'm your grandpa—no way I'm letting you show me up!"

"Sixth Soul Skill: Earth-Shaking Slash!"

As he spoke, he pressed both hands downward. Behind him, his Martial Soul avatar mimicked the movement. The massive Seven Kill Sword—over thirty meters long—plunged down like a divine judgment.

Schlunk!

The blade sank deep into the Golden Crow's body. Crimson-gold blood erupted into the air, painting the entire island in vibrant hues. The slash nearly bisected the beast.

Even so, Chen Xin wielded his sword with precision. The strike left the Golden Crow near death—but did not take its life.

"Yang'er! Finish it now! Take its soul ring and soul bone!"

"Got it!"

At Chen Xin's reminder, Xu Yang summoned the Sun Sacred Blade into his right hand. The weapon expanded with the wind, transforming in a flash into a colossal Tang Sword nearly ten meters long.

"Heh!"

A cold smirk played across Xu Yang's lips. In the next instant, he became a streak of crimson-gold lightning, diving straight downward.