Chapter 199: The Ultra-Durable Gu Chen
As expected of the one-hundred-thousand-year Soft Bone Rabbit who had re-cultivated into human form—this soul ring skill was maxed out in life-saving capabilities.
Even Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo in the VIP stands couldn't help but marvel at Xiao Wu's Invincible Golden Body. If they truly understood the full effects of this soul skill, Bone Douluo's reputation as the continent's number one defense-type Title Douluo might be in jeopardy.
After all, even Bone Douluo couldn't claim his defenses were unbreakable unless facing divine-level attacks.
After knocking Shen Liuyun off the stage, the Nether White Tiger set its sights on Yu Hairou and Gu Qingbo. It activated Nether White Tiger Strike—its power rivaled a full-force attack from a Soul Emperor, and it was poised to eliminate them just like it had Shen Liuyun.
At that moment, a streak of golden light shot forth, piercing between Yu Hairou and Gu Qingbo to meet the Nether White Tiger Strike head-on.
To the eyes of strong soul masters, it appeared as a blue-golden spear—three meters long, not entirely metallic, but resembling plant-metal fusion.
Indeed, it was Qian Renxue's fifth soul skill, the Blue Silver Overlord Spear. Shui Bing'er had used her fifth soul skill, but Xiao Wu's Invincible Golden Body had neutralized it entirely, consuming much of her strength. If things continued this way, Tianshui Academy might actually lose.
Boom!
The collision of the two soul skills exploded in waves of energy. The Overlord Spear shattered, and the Nether White Tiger dispersed due to the massive energy drain. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing reappeared, both bleeding from their palms—injured by the spear's impact.
In front of their eyes, countless golden particles—remnants of the shattered spear—floated. Suddenly, they emitted a burst of blue light, and the two found themselves completely paralyzed, unable to move or circulate soul power.
That was the true horror of the Blue Silver Overlord Spear—not only did it boast immense offensive power, but upon detonation, it generated a Blue Silver Domain that forcibly interrupted enemy soul skills and left them stunned temporarily. The duration of this stun depended on the strength of the affected targets.
Additionally, the Overlord Spear's power could be further amplified by drawing vitality from the surrounding Blue Silver Grass. The longer the buildup within the domain, the more explosive the spear's force could be. With enough time and grass present, this 30,000-year soul skill could unleash power akin to a 50,000- or even 60,000-year soul skill.
If Qian Renxue were in a Blue Silver Forest, where all the Blue Silver Grass offered their strength to protect their homeland, the Overlord Spear could reach the level of a 100,000-year soul skill—capable of injuring or even killing a Title Douluo.
The Blue Silver Forest's collective sacrifice had led to Qian Renxue's soul ring and the awakening of the Blue Silver Emperor, which explained the overwhelming power of his skills.
But Tianshui Academy had their own rule-breaking abilities.
Qian Renxue shouted, "Qingbo, Hairou—knock them out! Now!"
Though confused about why Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing suddenly froze, Yu Hairou and Gu Qingbo quickly reacted. With their first soul skills—a punch and a kick—they struck the midsections of their stunned opponents, knocking them off the stage.
Tianshui had lost Shen Liuyun, their weakest combatant, while the Heaven Dou Second Team had now lost Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing—especially Dai Mubai, their strongest after Gu Chen. With only Gu Chen, Xiao Wu, and Ma Hongjun left to fight, the Second Team was down to three.
Xiao Wu had used all three Invincible Golden Body charges. She had also burned through a lot of soul power using repeated teleports and her Eight-Stage Drop to stall Shui Bing'er. Oscar, who had been continuously crafting recovery sausages to restore Gu Chen's soul power, was running low himself.
Tianshui Academy, long on the defensive, finally launched a counterattack.
"Rongrong!"
Oscar activated his third soul skill again. His face was pale from overusing soul power to make super recovery sausages and six Fantasy Mushroom Sausages. Now, after this last activation, he was completely bloodless and exhausted.
With what little soul power he had left, Oscar made two Fantasy Mushroom Sausages and two super recovery sausages. He didn't take any himself but handed them to Ning Rongrong and Ma Hongjun, then exited the stage.
Ma Hongjun took the sausages, ascended into the air, his second soul ring glowing. His whole body was engulfed in flames. Phoenix in Fire Mode activated. With Shui Yue'er, Gu Qingbo, and Yu Hairou lacking flight, they were rendered helpless.
"Victory is ours—Phoenix Fire Line!"
"Nine Treasures: First, Power. Third, Spirit."
"Fourth Soul Skill, Ice-Snow Storm."
Shui Bing'er was pale as snow. After fighting so long and using her fifth soul skill, she was nearly drained. The Ice-Snow Storm she unleashed—normally five meters high and one meter wide for a Soul Ancestor—was only four meters tall due to her depleted soul power.
It couldn't withstand the dual boost from the Nine Treasure Pagoda and the Phoenix Fire Line, which pushed Ma Hongjun's flames to the level of a Soul Ancestor.
As his fire snake hit the Ice-Snow Storm, it transformed into a fire wall. Ice and fire clashed violently, the energy difference sparking a fierce explosion.
Boom!
Brilliant flames erupted in the air. Ma Hongjun's Phoenix Possession deactivated, and his bulky body crashed hard to the ground, bouncing twice.
Shui Bing'er also lost her spirit possession. The chill that had surrounded her dissipated with her soul power, revealing her stunning true face.
Qian Renxue quickly used split-focus control, sending out a Blue Silver Grass vine to catch Shui Bing'er before she hit the ground.
Xiao Wu was also caught in the blast. Having used all her teleports and Invincible Golden Body charges, she slid several meters across the stage, her uniform torn at the back, skin bloodied.
The audience had gone silent. Every eye was locked on the center stage, captivated by the fierce clash.
On the battlefield, Tianshui Academy had Qian Renxue, Gu Qingbo, Yu Hairou, Xue Wu, Shui Bing'er, and Shui Yue'er—all with depleted soul power. Heaven Dou's Second Team only had Gu Chen and Ning Rongrong left, the latter's illusionary wings fading as time ran out.
How could one Gu Chen defend against four enemies and protect the powerless Ning Rongrong? Not to mention, Rongrong was already shivering from the cold mist created by Xue Wu.
"Together! Take him down!"
Qian Renxue, Yu Hairou, and Gu Qingbo launched their attack.
"Fifth Soul Skill, Bone Fortress!"
Black bones surged up as Gu Chen's body tripled in size. Pale bones formed a wall of armor around him, complete with sharp spikes.
"You think you can break my defense?!"
Facing a 1v4, Gu Chen showed no fear. He blocked every incoming soul skill with his bony armor, standing like an immovable mountain.
"Fourth Soul Skill, Blue Silver Blade!"
"Fourth Soul Skill, Tidal Surge!"
"Third Soul Skill, Frenzied Shark!"
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Three soul skills struck Gu Chen, but his Bone Fortress barely lost a few spikes.
"Come on! Again!"
Gu Chen activated his first soul ring. Two bone spears shot out. Qian Renxue used Blue Silver Grass to pull Yu Hairou and Gu Qingbo out of harm's way.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
A storm of attacks erupted. On stage, only Qian Renxue and Gu Chen remained. Yu Hairou and Gu Qingbo were completely drained. One couldn't pierce defenses; the other couldn't deal meaningful damage.
"Fifth Soul Skill—Blue Silver Overlord Spear!"
With Xuan Tian Art's inner strength and his opened meridians, Qian Renxue reactivated his fifth soul skill after charging for two minutes in the Blue Silver Domain. The spear reached the power of a 40,000-year skill.
But even then, the spear only pierced halfway through Gu Chen's armor—it couldn't break through.
"Not enough energy from the arena's Blue Silver Grass?"
Qian Renxue gritted his teeth. In a better location, with denser Blue Silver Grass, he might've broken that fortress.
"Your Holiness, Sect Master Ning, how about we call this match a draw?" Emperor Xue Ye suggested. It was clear neither side could finish the other.
Ning Fengzhi nodded. The scene reminded him of his Uncle Sword fighting Bone Douluo—Sword might be stronger, but he couldn't break Bone's defense.
Bone Douluo didn't object. His son wouldn't lose, but endlessly tanking hits without countering was frustrating. Clearly, he needed to give Gu Chen a stronger sixth soul skill—bone spears and bone prisons weren't cutting it.
"Let's go with His Majesty's suggestion," said Qian Xunji.
He was already bored. Tang San wasn't here. He had wanted to see Qian Renxue unleash Thousand-Hand Asura and shred the Shrek Six Devils. Maybe that spectacle would have to wait until they met again at Spirit Hall. After all, his team was holding Qian Renxue back—five deadweights.
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