Douluo: The Blind Ascendant

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The gap between Lin Yongming, Blue Silver Emperor, and the Soul Sage-level opponent before them was like heaven and earth.

Although the Thunder Tiger's Claw was only a hundred-year soul skill from Kuang Hu's first soul ring, with the enhancement of his Spirit Avatar and Soul Sage-level soul power, it was enough to make Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Emperor almost suffocate.

Fortunately, Lin Yongming's Wave Burst and Blue Silver Emperor's Blue Silver Prison worked together to offset a significant portion of the soul power impact.

Of course, this was also due to Lin Yongming's physique, which far surpassed others at his level. With the boost from his external spirit bone, and most importantly, Kuang Hu's thunder attribute, Lin Yongming, who had engraved thunder elements into his waves, had a high affinity for thunder. This granted him a certain degree of immunity to thunder-based attacks.

As for Blue Silver Emperor, her vitality was incredibly tenacious, with a super-strong self-healing ability. Injuries that occurred one moment might heal the next.

At the same time, as the layers of defense created by the Blue Silver Prison were shattered, Blue Silver Emperor immediately activated her second soul ring's skill, enhancing her and Lin Yongming's defenses. "Second Soul Skill, Blue Silver's Protection."

Thanks to their combined efforts, although there was a trace of blood at the corners of their mouths, they had only sustained minor injuries from the overwhelming soul power of Kuang Hu.

"Is this really the so-called 'trash' Blue Silver Grass? To think you've cultivated it to such a level. No wonder Torres holds you in such high regard. You truly are an extraordinary woman," Kuang Hu said, surprised as he watched the Blue Silver Grass transform into countless vines, wrapping around him and blocking his attack.

"What my spirit is capable of is none of your concern," Blue Silver Emperor wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth. A faint green glow surrounded her body, indicating that she was healing her injuries.

"Originally, Torres told me not to harm you. But now, it seems I can't let you live. At such a young age, you've already reached the Spirit Ancestor level. With such talent, leaving you alive would only bring future trouble."

"So, prepare to die together. Thunder Tiger's Claw!" Kuang Hu said, activating his soul skill again without giving the two any time to think.

Indeed, those who could cultivate to the Soul Sage level were not to be trifled with. Kuang Hu, as the head of a family, was decisive and swift in his actions.

"Third Soul Skill, Unparalleled Thunder Surge!" Lin Yongming's body was surrounded by lightning as he activated his engraved waves, killing intent, and willpower. Facing a Soul Sage's attack, Lin Yongming dared not hold back.

"Second Soul Skill, Blue Silver's Protection." Blue Silver Emperor used her second soul skill again, followed by her fourth soul skill, Blue Silver Prison.

However, this time, Blue Silver Emperor changed her approach. Instead of using it for defense, she wrapped Kuang Hu in vines, binding his limbs and torso, disrupting his attack rhythm.

"Not bad. But do you really think this can stop my Thunder Tiger's Claw? Young people are so naive."

"Fourth Soul Skill, Thunder Armor!" Kuang Hu snorted coldly and activated another soul skill. A deep blue armor appeared on his body, with a tiger's head engraved on the chest. The burst of soul power instantly shattered the vines binding him.

However, Lin Yongming's Unparalleled Thunder Surge collided with the Thunder Tiger's Claw. Kuang Hu disdainfully met the attack head-on with his tiger claw.

"What a peculiar soul skill. It can actually absorb the soul power from my Thunder Tiger's Claw," Kuang Hu said, surprised.

"Break!" Lin Yongming controlled the energy sphere formed by Unparalleled Thunder Surge and detonated it directly on the tiger claw.

However, due to the difference in soul power, the Thunder Tiger's Claw was not completely dispersed. The remaining soul power continued to rush toward Lin Yongming. Perhaps due to the impact of Unparalleled Thunder Surge, the trajectory of the Thunder Tiger's Claw was altered, veering toward Blue Silver Emperor.

"Even if most of the soul power is dispersed, it's enough to severely injure both of you," Kuang Hu thought, stepping forward and quickly closing the distance to Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Emperor.

Seeing the Thunder Tiger's Claw heading toward Blue Silver Emperor, Lin Yongming used his speed to instantly appear in front of her.

"Block!" Lin Yongming assumed a defensive stance but was sent flying by the Thunder Tiger's Claw.

"Ugh!" Lin Yongming spat out another mouthful of blood, his face paling as he slid backward, his injuries worsening.

"Xiao Ming!" Blue Silver Emperor immediately caught Lin Yongming from behind.

"How are you?" Blue Silver Emperor asked anxiously, her palm glowing with a green light filled with vitality as she channeled healing energy into Lin Yongming's back.

"Sister A-Yin, I'm fine! I can still hold on," Lin Yongming said, gripping his Thunder Blade tightly with his right hand and wiping the blood from his mouth with his left.

"Can you still move? Let me help you up," Blue Silver Emperor said, one hand healing Lin Yongming's back while the other helped him stand.

However, Kuang Hu gave them no time to catch their breath. In just a few seconds, he was in front of Lin Yongming, his hand transformed into a tiger claw, condensed with soul power, and he struck with a heavy palm.

"Die for my son!"

"Block!" In a moment of desperation, Lin Yongming instinctively used his blocking skill.

Under Kuang Hu's palm strike, the block was completely ineffective. The semi-transparent shield shattered, and the Thunder Blade bent under the force, striking Lin Yongming's chest.

Blue Silver Emperor, holding Lin Yongming from behind, was sent flying with him like a kite with its string cut. They landed more than ten meters away from Kuang Hu.

As expected, both of them spat out another mouthful of blood, intense pain coursing through their bodies.

"A-Yin!"

"Xiao Ming!"

Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Emperor lay on the ground, calling out to each other. They struggled to sit up, their hands tightly clasped.

"How touching. But you two are truly tenacious. Even after taking three of my attacks, you can still stand. Even if you die today, you should be proud," Kuang Hu said, watching the pale-faced duo with their indomitable expressions as they struggled to their feet. He walked toward them as he spoke.

"Cough... We are members of the Spirit Hall. Aren't you afraid that if the Spirit Hall finds out about this, you won't be able to escape death?" Lin Yongming coughed and said with a bitter smile.

"The Spirit Hall! Haha... You're so naive. The Spirit Hall is indeed the largest spirit master organization in the world, with members spread across the continent."

"However, precisely because of this, do you think the Spirit Hall would go to war with my family over a dead person? Even if the Spirit Hall comes looking for me, as long as I offer some compensation, it won't be a big deal for me."

"Although I have to admit, you have great talent. But a genius who hasn't grown up is nothing. So, the Spirit Hall won't go out of their way to antagonize small families like mine over a dead person, especially when facing a level 73 Soul Sage like me. You should understand which is more important," Kuang Hu said with a sneer, slowly analyzing the situation for Lin Yongming.

Lin Yongming fell silent. He had to admit that Kuang Hu's words made sense. If he really died here, even if the Spirit Hall came to seek justice, Kuang Hu could simply offer some compensation, and the matter would likely be settled. After all, he would already be dead.

A dead person holds no value. The Spirit Hall truly wouldn't go out of their way to antagonize a Soul Sage over a corpse.

"Now that you've lost hope, you can only blame yourself for not staying in Spirit City and for provoking someone you shouldn't have. Don't worry, after you die, I won't leave your body here to rot in the wilderness. Instead, I'll take you to my son's grave, where you'll kneel forever as an offering and atonement," Kuang Hu said, stepping closer to Lin Yongming as he spoke.

"If your target is me, can you let her go?" Lin Yongming said after a moment of silence.

"Xiao Ming, no! I won't leave you here alone. If we leave, we leave together. If we can't leave, then let's die together," Blue Silver Emperor immediately declared.

"Sister A-Yin, I can't drag you into this. If you can leave, please take care of my family for me."

"No, don't say anymore. I won't agree."

"Sister A-Yin!"

"Enough, you two. I won't let the tiger return to the mountains. Today, both of you will stay here," Kuang Hu said with a disdainful smile, raising his hand as he looked at the weakened duo.

"Thunder Tiger's Claw." Kuang Hu revealed a cruel smile and activated his soul skill again.

"You think you can keep us here? Dream on! Purple Lightning Thunder Wings!" Lin Yongming had been gathering a trace of soul power while speaking. Now, as Kuang Hu prepared to attack, he immediately activated his external spirit bone, the Purple Lightning Thunder Eagle.

Lin Yongming turned and quickly wrapped his arms around Blue Silver Emperor's waist. Blue Silver Emperor, understanding his intent, hooked her arms around his neck, pressing herself against him.

With a whoosh, Lin Yongming flapped his wings and soared into the air.

"Wings! A spirit bone! An external spirit bone!"

Kuang Hu was shocked. Seeing the wings suddenly appear on Lin Yongming's back, he realized it had to be a spirit bone. But since Lin Yongming's spirit was a tool spirit, and there was no wing-type spirit bone among the six standard spirit bones, he immediately thought of the other type—an external spirit bone.

"Trying to escape? Not a chance! Sixth Soul Skill, Heaven-Shattering Thunder Hand!"

"Stay here!" Kuang Hu hadn't expected Lin Yongming to have such a trump card. Seeing Lin Yongming about to escape, he immediately changed tactics, forcibly canceling his first soul skill, Thunder Tiger's Claw, and activating his sixth soul skill instead.

Kuang Hu's Heaven-Shattering Thunder Hand was massive, with a palm spanning ten meters. It descended from the sky with overwhelming force, aiming to grab Lin Yongming.

"A-Yin, hold on tight!" Lin Yongming endured the pain and reminded Blue Silver Emperor, channeling his remaining soul power to increase his flight speed.

However, the shockwave from Kuang Hu's soul power still struck Lin Yongming's back. The Purple Lightning Thunder Wings were severely damaged, making it impossible to maintain stable flight. They wobbled, on the verge of crashing at any moment.

"Xiao Ming, there's a mountain not far ahead. Let's hide in the mountains," Blue Silver Emperor said, seeing fresh blood trickling from Lin Yongming's mouth. She knew he couldn't fly much farther.

"Alright!" Lin Yongming nodded, gritting his teeth as he flew over a village and into the lush, green mountains.

However, Kuang Hu had no intention of letting them go. He watched as Lin Yongming flew into the mountains.

"Family Head, we're here!" Kuang Hu's seven subordinates finally caught up.

"They won't get far. Follow me into the mountains and search. We must find them," Kuang Hu ordered. He knew Lin Yongming was only making a desperate last stand, especially after his final attack had worsened Lin Yongming's injuries.

As Kuang Hu had guessed, upon landing in the mountains, Lin Yongming retracted his Purple Lightning Thunder Wings. His soul power was completely depleted.

Although Lin Yongming had only used a few soul skills, each one had required his full strength to barely withstand Kuang Hu's attacks.

Lin Yongming knew this wasn't a friendly match in the Great Spirit Arena but a true life-and-death battle, especially against a Soul Sage far stronger than himself.

Thus, Lin Yongming had used his full power in every defense, depleting his soul power rapidly.

"Ugh!" Landing in the grass, Lin Yongming couldn't help but spit out another mouthful of blood.

"Xiao Ming, hold on! I'll heal you," Blue Silver Emperor said. However, she was in a similar state, with little soul power left, though her condition was slightly better than Lin Yongming's.

Blue Silver Emperor used her remaining soul power to heal Lin Yongming, stabilizing his injuries.

"Sister A-Yin, that's enough. Let's leave this place and find somewhere else," Lin Yongming said, clutching his chest with one hand and stopping Blue Silver Emperor's healing with the other. The area was a mess, with clear traces of their presence. Lin Yongming knew Kuang Hu would soon search this part of the mountain.

"Alright, I'll help you," Blue Silver Emperor said, noticing the traces on the ground.

With Blue Silver Emperor's support, Lin Yongming left the area, carefully avoiding leaving any more traces.

The mountain wasn't large, with an elevation of less than a thousand meters. For now, the two needed to find a hidden spot to avoid Kuang Hu and his men while they recovered their soul power.

Soon, Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Emperor found an ideal location—a small waterfall about几十米高, with several small caves nearby covered by vines and weeds.

Thanks to Lin Yongming's心眼, he was able to spot the caves.

Lin Yongming entered the cave first, while Blue Silver Emperor erased their tracks and used her Blue Silver Grass to grow more vines, further concealing the entrance.

"Xiao Ming, they shouldn't find us here for a while. How are you? Can you meditate to recover your soul power?" Blue Silver Emperor asked, her heart aching as she saw the large bloodstain on Lin Yongming's chest.

"Sister A-Yin, I'm fine. You should also focus on recovering your soul power," Lin Yongming replied with a weak smile.

"Alright. Once I've recovered enough, I'll heal you first. My spirit is Blue Silver Grass, so in a place filled with plants and Blue Silver Grass, I can recover faster than in the city," Blue Silver Emperor nodded.

"Okay."

With that, Lin Yongming and Blue Silver Emperor sat down to meditate, ignoring the damp cave floor as they focused on recovering their soul power.

In such an environment, Blue Silver Emperor's recovery was indeed faster. The resilient Blue Silver Grass could grow anywhere, and even in the cave, there were a few stalks. Outside, the area was covered in vast fields of Blue Silver Grass.

As the emperor of Blue Silver Grass, these ordinary plants could provide Blue Silver Emperor with energy, vitality, soul power, and everything else she needed.

Meanwhile, Kuang Hu and his seven subordinates had already entered the mountain by the time Lin Yongming found the cave.

"This mountain isn't big. We'll find them soon. Everyone, keep an eye out for any traces."

"Yes!"

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