Chapter 107: Chen Xin's Request — A Peak Showdown!
Just at that moment,
Dugu Bo arrived with Dugu Yan. He had planned to meet Lin Yuan, but the instant he stepped into view, he witnessed a scene he would never forget for the rest of his life.
"Holy hell!"
The old poison freak blurted out a curse, nearly losing his footing in shock.
He hurriedly pulled Dugu Yan behind him, emerald-green Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor poison mist surging wildly around his body as if facing a great enemy.
"Rank 99?!"
"Ultimate Douluo?!"
Dugu Bo's voice trembled. Though he was a Titled Douluo, in front of this level of powerhouse, he was nothing more than a younger brother!
"Yanyan…"
"Th-this wouldn't happen to be the teacher you mentioned before, would it?"
"This is way too strong!"
…
The entire area fell into deathly silence.
Under the shroud of that absolute spear intent, no one dared to speak. Even breathing became cautious.
Zhao Yun stood holding the Dragon Gallant Bright Silver Spear, his gaze sweeping indifferently across the crowd.
At last, his eyes settled on Lin Yuan and instantly softened.
Then he looked toward Chen Xin and Ning Fengzhi, his voice deep and majestic:
"I am Zhao Yun, courtesy name Zilong. Master of Lin Yuan."
"You wished to see me?"
As his words fell, the spear in his hand trembled slightly.
Chen Xin let out a muffled grunt, shock filling his eyes.
"Rank 99…"
"A true Ultimate Douluo…"
Watching this unfold, Lin Yuan felt an indescribable satisfaction.
He stepped forward and gave Zhao Yun a respectful bow, his expression carrying both reverence and familiarity.
"Teacher."
Zhao Yun nodded and withdrew his terrifying aura. In an instant, he appeared like an ordinary young man again, but no one dared to underestimate him in the slightest.
"Mm."
"Since someone wished to see me, I have come."
"Lest certain people believe my disciple stands alone."
Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath and stepped forward, bowing respectfully.
"This junior, Ning Fengzhi, Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, greets Your Excellency Zhao Yun!"
"We have offended you just now, please forgive us!"
"We meant no doubt, only admiration, and came to pay our respects!"
His posture was humble to the extreme.
Before a Rank 99 Ultimate Douluo, even the Sect Master of one of the Three Upper Sects had to lower his head. Even if Spirit Hall's Grand Worship, Qian Daoliu, were present, he would have to show due respect!
Without borrowing the Angel God's power, even Qian Daoliu might not defeat Zhao Yun!
Zhao Yun glanced at him calmly and waved his hand lightly, letting the matter pass.
At this moment,
The previously silent Sword Douluo, Chen Xin, suddenly stepped forward.
Though his sword intent had been suppressed, it had not dissipated. Under that immense pressure, it had instead been refined to its utmost limit.
"Your Excellency, Zhao Yun."
Chen Xin's voice trembled slightly, yet his eyes were incomparably firm.
"I have immersed myself in the sword for decades. I have been stuck at Rank 96 for many years."
"Today, witnessing Your Excellency's spear intent has shaken me deeply."
"I… have an impudent request."
Ning Fengzhi's expression changed drastically. Guessing what was coming, he quickly tried to stop him.
"Uncle Jian, you mustn't—"
But Chen Xin had already clasped his fists and bowed.
"I boldly request guidance from Your Excellency!"
The entire crowd was stunned.
Ning Rongrong covered her mouth in shock, while Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo stared in disbelief.
Challenge an Ultimate Douluo?
Wasn't that just asking to be crushed?
Zhao Yun raised a brow slightly and looked at Lin Yuan, seemingly seeking his "lord's" opinion.
Lin Yuan's heart stirred.
"Give Chen Xin some guidance?"
This was actually a perfect opportunity.
If Zhao Yun could help Chen Xin break through to Rank 97, that would be a tremendous favor to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!
Whether it was deepening his relationship with Ning Rongrong or leveraging the sect's influence in the future, everything would become much smoother.
After all, certain matters couldn't always be handled by Zhao Yun personally; that would be beneath his stature.
Moreover, Lin Yuan's impression of Chen Xin was quite good.
If it had been Bone Douluo making this request, he probably wouldn't have agreed.
With that thought, Lin Yuan transmitted his voice to Zhao Yun:
"Zilong, agree."
"Just offer some guidance. Let him see the gap and the path ahead."
"Selling the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect a favor benefits us."
Zhao Yun gave an almost imperceptible nod.
Looking at Chen Xin, a trace of approval appeared in his eyes.
"To act despite knowing it cannot be done."
"Your sword still has backbone."
"Very well."
"For the sake of Ning Rongrong's good relationship with my disciple, I shall guide you."
With a casual wave of his hand,
A pale silver soul power barrier rose instantly, enveloping a hundred-meter radius and forming a temporary domain.
"Lin Yuan, take the others outside the barrier."
"Be careful not to be caught in the aftermath."
Lin Yuan immediately ushered Ning Fengzhi, Dugu Bo, and the others back.
Dugu Bo dragged Dugu Yan the fastest, muttering under his breath.
"Mad, absolutely mad!"
"That old Chen Xin is truly a battle maniac, daring to challenge someone at this level!"
…
Inside the barrier.
Chen Xin held the Seven Kill Sword. His nine soul rings pulsed as his aura surged to its peak.
"Thank you for granting me this opportunity, Your Excellency!"
"Forgive my offense!"
"Seventh Soul Skill: Seven Kill True Body!"
He went all out from the very start!
A colossal phantom of the Seven Kill Sword shot skyward, carrying an edge that seemed capable of severing everything as it cleaved down toward Zhao Yun.
Yet in the face of that world-shattering strike,
Zhao Yun merely held his spear with one hand. He did not even activate his martial soul true body.
He simply stood there, straight as a pine tree.
At the instant the massive sword descended,
"Too slow."
Three soft words left his lips.
With a light upward flick of the Dragon Gallant Bright Silver Spear, a crisp metallic clash resounded through the heavens!
That seemingly unstoppable Seven Kill True Body was effortlessly deflected with a single motion!
"What?!"
Chen Xin's pupils shook violently.
Was this the gap in the realm?
"A sword that leans too far toward sharpness, though deadly, lacks steadiness."
Zhao Yun casually neutralized Chen Xin's attacks while instructing him.
"Your sword intent is excessive, too rigid, and thus prone to breaking."
"Balance hardness with softness. That is the great path."
"Watch closely!"
With a twist of his wrist, the spear moved like a dragon emerging from the sea.
"Seven Exploration Coiling Serpent!"
The strike was unpredictable, as though seven silver serpents spiraled through the air, instantly sealing off all of Chen Xin's escape routes.
Chen Xin roared, his ninth soul ring lighting up!
"Ninth Soul Skill: Twin Slashes of Gods and Demons!"
A gigantic sword aura tore through space, attempting to clash head-on with that peerless spear strike.
"BOOM!"
Terrifying energy fluctuations raged wildly within the barrier. Without Zhao Yun's soul power shield, the entire back mountain might have been reduced to ruins.
Outside the barrier,
Ning Fengzhi stared at the battlefield, palms drenched in sweat.
Dugu Bo stood dumbfounded.
"Th-this… is this the power of a Limit Douluo?"
"Chen Xin's Ninth Soul Skill was broken so casually by a single spear strike?!"
End of Chapter