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Sure enough, as Yang Xiong's words faded, a figure gradually emerged from the shadows.
This person was extremely tall, exuding an overwhelmingly terrifying aura of slaughter. He wore a massive scarlet cloak, and behind him were two enormous wings. His face was pale, and his eyes glowed crimson.
This was none other than the Slaughter King. Upon closer inspection, his face was covered in dense, intricate demonic patterns, similar to those that had appeared on Yang Xiong when he underwent body refinement in the Blood River years ago.
The Slaughter King clapped his hands slowly: "It's been a long time. I never expected someone who was once just a mere Soul King to reach such strength in such a short period. It seems you've encountered quite a few opportunities over the years."
Yang Xiong smiled: "No matter how you compare us, I can't match you, Slaughter King. In this City of Slaughter, you are truly formidable—perhaps even the master of all who reside here."
After Yang Xiong had activated his Killing God Domain earlier, he began to understand how the Slaughter King granted ordinary soul masters the ability to use their soul skills. It likely involved something akin to attaching the Killing God Domain to a person, allowing them to utilize their abilities within Slaughter City.
The Slaughter King chuckled: "Slaughter God, surely you didn't come here without purpose. What brings you to Slaughter City? Surely it isn't just so this Yang Wudi could meet me?"
Yang Xiong sneered: "You're mistaken. It's precisely Senior Yang beside me who wishes to see you. He has some matters to discuss with you."
The Slaughter King looked at Yang Wudi with interest: "So the Breaking Clan has produced a Title Douluo. But even a Title Douluo like you is but an ant before me. Why do you wish to see me?"
Yang Wudi stared at the Slaughter King, his eyes filled with hatred: "Slaughter King, the one I seek isn't you—it's an old acquaintance of mine."
The Slaughter King laughed: "I've lived in Slaughter City for all these years. How could I have any acquaintances? And even if I did, they wouldn't be someone as insignificant as you."
As he spoke, the Slaughter King emanated waves of blood-red light, as if attempting to pierce through Yang Wudi.
Yang Xiong stepped directly in front of Yang Wudi, his body radiating a red glow. The two streams of light collided in the air, dividing the surrounding environment into two distinct halves.
The Slaughter King's expression darkened: "How intriguing. I didn't expect your domain to evolve after all these years. Unfortunately, your strength remains too weak—you haven't even reached the level of a Title Douluo."
Yang Xiong sneered: "Whether or not I'm a Title Douluo doesn't matter. What matters is who—or what—you really are. Are you the Slaughter King, Tang Chen, or something else entirely?"
The Slaughter King instantly grew furious: "Slaughter God, do you think the evolution of your domain makes you my equal? Killing you would be as effortless as crushing an ant."
Yang Xiong shook his head: "Don't get so worked up. I still have two more questions for you. Is the Asura Sword comfortable in your hands? Or, after spending so many years inside Tang Chen, have you truly started to believe you're human?"
The Slaughter King's face twisted with rage: "Slaughter God, you shouldn't provoke me. I am the ruler of Slaughter City—this is my world. You've learned things you shouldn't know."
Yang Xiong smiled: "Then let's see who's stronger—especially whose domain reigns supreme."
With that, both figures erupted in radiant red light, and the entire space seemed dyed crimson. Yang Xiong's body gleamed golden yet radiated blood-red hues, resembling a demonic god.
As their domains collided, three figures shot out from the gate Yang Xiong had initially entered, swiftly forming a triangular formation around the Slaughter King, cutting off his escape route.
The Slaughter King was startled. He hadn't expected so many powerful individuals to suddenly appear in Slaughter City. Especially Tang Hao, whose body emitted a blood-red glow that enveloped both Sword Elder and Tang Xiao.
Under the crimson light, Tang Xiao, Sword Elder, Tang Hao, and even Yang Wudi revealed their martial souls and soul rings.
The Slaughter King's expression twisted further: "Yang Xiong, what are you trying to do? Do you really think you ants stand a chance against me?"
Yang Xiong chuckled: "We may not be able to deal with Tang Chen, but we can certainly handle a bat—especially one that only knows how to parasitize."
Enraged, the Slaughter King charged at Yang Xiong with blinding speed. Even a simple strike caused the entire space to tremble.
But before the Slaughter King could reach Yang Xiong, the four others attacked simultaneously.
Tang Hao and Tang Xiao wielded their enormous Hao Tian Hammers, unleashing their full strength in a devastating strike. Sword Elder swung his Seven Kill Sword, releasing countless sword qi that seemed capable of splitting the entire domain apart.
Especially notable was the deep azure glow emanating from Sword Elder's body—his Seven Kill Domain, which under the support of Yang Xiong's Slaughter Domain, became even more ferocious, exuding a stronger killing intent.
Yang Wudi, gripping his Soul-Piercing Spear, swiftly attacked other enemies, including the Ghost Tiger Douluo and Black Snake Douluo.
The Slaughter King merely sneered, raising his hand and emitting boundless blood-red light. With sheer force, he withstood the combined attacks of Tang Hao, Tang Xiao, and Sword Elder.
Even though Tang Hao, Tang Xiao, and Sword Elder were among the world's top experts, upon colliding with the Slaughter King, the overwhelming power left them deeply shaken.
Despite the might of the Hao Tian Hammer and the formidable sword qi of the Seven Kill Sword, they were instantly repelled, highlighting the vast gap in strength.
Meanwhile, Yang Xiong remained stationary, primarily using his Slaughter God Domain to envelop everyone present while countering the Slaughter King's domain with his own.
Tang Xiao and the others exchanged glances, then swiftly launched another assault on the Slaughter King.
Initially, the three had held back, fearing that attacking the Slaughter King too forcefully might harm Tang Chen, whose body the King inhabited.
However, given the current situation, the Slaughter King's strength far exceeded everyone's expectations. If they didn't give it their all, they would likely perish here.
In just a few minutes, the two sides had clashed countless times, causing the ground of Slaughter City to quake violently.
Though Yang Xiong's Slaughter Domain could rival the Slaughter King's, the latter possessed the body of a Limit Douluo. Compared to Tang Xiao and Sword Elder at Level 97, and Tang Hao at Level 95, the Slaughter King's strength was overwhelmingly superior.
Yang Xiong had already planned everything meticulously. Everyone followed the plan, launching a full-scale attack on the Slaughter King. Only by forcing the King to unleash his full power could they hope to suppress the Blood Red Nine-Headed Bat King and ultimately awaken Tang Chen.
At this moment, the Slaughter King was seething with anger. So many people had dared to invade Slaughter City and attack him—it was as if they didn't take him seriously at all.
Just then, the Slaughter King let out a thunderous roar, emitting concentric circles of blood-red halos. The crimson light carried potent corrosive power and a mysterious energy.
Under the influence of this energy, Tang Hao's Killing God Domain was completely suppressed. Even Yang Xiong's Slaughter Domain seemed to encounter resistance. After all, the Slaughter King was a Level 99 Limit Douluo, while Yang Xiong was only a Level 90 quasi-Title Douluo.
The air seemed to explode. Even Sword Elder's Seven Kill Domain and Tang Hao's Killing God Domain momentarily slipped out of their control.
A trace of blood seeped from the corner of Yang Xiong's mouth. Clearly, the Slaughter King had pushed his Domain to its peak.
The Slaughter King laughed maniacally: "Yang Xiong, Tang Hao—you may possess the Killing God Domain, and Yang Xiong, you even have the Slaughter Domain. But my Slaughter Domain surpasses yours by far. Especially here in Slaughter City, where the Slaughter Domain is the most tyrannical domain in existence. How dare you try to stop me?"
Even while being attacked by three individuals, the Slaughter King remained composed, even counter-suppressing them.
Seeing the tide of battle turning against them, Yang Xiong gritted his teeth and activated his seventh soul ring.
A blood-red figure enveloped Yang Xiong, his golden body now covered in demonic patterns, radiating waves of crimson light.
The crimson halos emanating from Yang Xiong and the Slaughter King collided in the air. Surprisingly, the Slaughter King's domain now seemed suppressed by Yang Xiong's.
Yang Xiong had unleashed his seventh soul skill—the Asura True Body. Under the Asura True Body, not only did his Slaughter Domain reach its zenith, but it also unleashed a unique energy. This energy seemed to originate not just from Yang Xiong himself but also from the essence of his evolved Asura martial soul.
The Slaughter King was stunned. He hadn't expected his Slaughter Domain to be countered, even in Slaughter City, by someone who hadn't yet reached the level of a Title Douluo.
Seeing the Slaughter King's domain suppressed by Yang Xiong, Sword Elder, Tang Hao, and Tang Xiao intensified their attacks. Even the Slaughter King, with his immense strength, began to struggle against simultaneous assaults from three directions.
The Slaughter King let out a cold snort. His wings, sharp as blades, swiftly deflected the incoming attacks, while his hands brimmed with infinite power.
Yang Xiong gritted his teeth and charged forward, joining Sword Elder and the others in a coordinated assault on the Slaughter King.
The Slaughter King was even stronger than Yang Xiong had anticipated. With Slaughter City as his home turf, he was unleashing combat power equivalent to a Limit Douluo.
His physical constitution was terrifyingly robust. Even when Yang Xiong struck him, it felt like hitting an unyielding stone—no matter how much force Yang Xiong exerted, he couldn't budge the King.
The battle grew increasingly intense. Both Tang Hao and Tang Xiao displayed extraordinary combat prowess.
Yet the Slaughter King remained fearless, his body possessing the resilience of a true Limit Douluo—a strength that inspired awe.
Notably, despite everyone else having used their martial souls and soul skills, the Slaughter King had yet to reveal his martial soul or soul rings. He was relying solely on his pure physical strength to contend with Yang Xiong and the others.
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