Douluo: Soul-Breaking spear

Chapter 105: Beginning the Training

After returning to the clan, Yang Potian pondered his future development and training path.

The recent hunt in the Star Dou Forest had yielded great results. Not only had he obtained a rare spirit ring, but he had also acquired three valuable spirit bones.

One of the three spirit bones had been given to Dugu Bo as both compensation for his efforts and a "hush fee." As for the remaining two, Yang Potian met with his grandfathers Yang Wudi and Yang Wushuang, his father Yang Zhentian, and Niu Gao in a secret room, where they decided that the spirit bones would be absorbed by the two grandfathers. Since the ring and bone had come from the same beast, this would maximize their effectiveness.

As a gesture of gratitude, Yang Potian's father gifted a ten-thousand-year herb to his maternal grandfather. Yang Potian also advised that his cousin Niu Meng's father should be the one to use it, as sudden power boosts wouldn't suit Niu Meng, who was still in training. He also hinted that he would provide Niu Meng with resources in the future.

This hunt had indeed been a significant gain for Yang Potian.

Aside from the three spirit bones, his own level had advanced to 53, and he had acquired a new spirit skill.

Fifth Spirit Skill: Tyrant Dragon Destruction Strike. When using this skill, Yang Potian swings his Soul-Breaking Spear, delivering a powerful ranged attack that mirrors the Monoceros Tyrant Dragon's horned charge, dealing immense damage and capable of armor penetration. Each use consumes 10% of his spirit power.

In addition, his physical strength had greatly increased, allowing him to handle the 2,000-jin Soul-Breaking Spear with ease.

Now that he had reached the level of Spirit King, Yang Potian decided it was time to leave the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. He had learned everything he could there, and basic training no longer had any meaningful effect.

However, there were still things to address at the academy. He couldn't let the team he had meticulously trained fall into unworthy hands.

Returning to Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Yang Potian immediately sought out the three teaching board members.

"Esteemed board members, I would like to request a three-year leave for training. Basic training at the academy no longer provides any benefit for my development."

The three board members, all Spirit Douluo-level experts, understood that one cannot become a true powerhouse by merely training at home. Given Yang Potian's strength and the backing of the Po Clan, they assumed his family had arranged the training for him, so they agreed to his leave.

They also confirmed that he would retain leadership of Team Two at the academy, with no interference from others.

After meeting with the board, Yang Potian gathered all his teammates.

Looking at the familiar faces of his team, Yang Potian felt a pang of reluctance but addressed them firmly. "Everyone, I plan to go out and train for a while. I've received approval for a three-year leave."

"While I'm gone, Ping'an and Sister Yan will be in charge. I hope that when I return, all of you will have made significant progress."

"Before the next Spirit Master Tournament, if anyone hasn't reached the Spirit Elder rank, I'll make sure you regret it."

...

Yang Ping'an asked seriously, "Big Brother, why do you need to go out for training?"

"Ping'an, at my current level, neither simulated environments nor standard training exercises provide much benefit. Even fighting in the Great Spirit Arena wouldn't be enough of a challenge."

"This time, I plan to train in a spirit beast forest, improving myself through life-and-death battles with spirit beasts."

Seeing some confusion among the group, Yang Potian continued, "For a spirit master, true growth comes from life-and-death encounters. When you all reach Spirit Elder level, I'll take you to a spirit beast forest for training, too."

He explained key aspects of their training plan, including auxiliary training techniques, and passed these on to Teacher Li Xiang for further supervision.

After the group dispersed, Yang Potian spoke privately with Dugu Yan and Yang Ping'an. "Ping'an, Sister Yan, I'll need both of you to watch over the team. If anyone interferes, please, Sister Yan, handle it. And if things get especially tricky, ask Senior Dugu Bo to step in."

With Dugu Bo's backing, those at the academy would think twice before meddling with his team.

"Ping'an, keep a close eye on the medicinal baths and monitor everyone's training."

Ping'an nodded in understanding. As a Po Clan member, he was already familiar with the medicinal baths.

After making these arrangements, Yang Potian spent some time with Ye Lingling.

After sharing a tender moment, Ye Lingling seemed reluctant. "Potian, can't you avoid going on this training trip? You'll be gone for so long... I'm worried."

"Lingling, you know that to become truly strong, training is essential. Don't worry; I'll be safe."

"Then let me go with you! I could help heal you, and it might make your training easier."

"Silly girl, if you came along, it wouldn't be proper training. I plan to head to the Sunset Forest first, and it would be far too dangerous for you there."

Reluctantly, Yang Potian forced himself to say goodbye, suppressing his emotions. He knew that only by undergoing rigorous training and countless battles could he become a true powerhouse and face the challenges that awaited.

After saying his goodbyes, Yang Potian left Heaven Dou Royal Academy alone.

His first destination for training was the Sunset Forest, where he would learn to face danger alone and hone his combat skills through life-and-death encounters.

The Soul-Breaking Spear was a weapon meant for relentless attack. Only through endless battle could he strengthen himself.

The Sunset Forest would serve as a natural battleground, filled with spirit beasts to fight, allowing him to train various skills and cultivate his mental focus by staying on high alert.

When Yang Potian arrived at the spirit-hunting town outside the forest, he noticed several people eyeing him curiously. A young man, appearing less than 20 years old, who dared to enter the forest alone without supplies was a rare sight. Evidently, they deduced he carried a storage soul tool, and perhaps he was from a powerful family to attempt such a solitary journey.

Yet Yang Potian ignored them, heading straight into the forest.

Immediately, he felt the difference. Every movement around him required his full attention, whether it was a hidden spirit beast or a lurking danger.

He needed to be vigilant and prepared to handle ambushes and react swiftly.

In this solo training, there was no safety net; he was responsible for his own survival.

However, in a spirit beast forest, the greatest threat was often not the beasts but other people's schemes.

Only three hours into the Sunset Forest, he sensed something approaching from behind.

Sure enough, five people soon caught up with him.

The leader was a sinister-looking older man, accompanied by four middle-aged men who resembled the mercenaries Yang Potian had noticed at the forest entrance.

Observing their soul power levels, Yang Potian noted that the older man was a Spirit King, one of his team members was also a Spirit King, and the remaining three were Spirit Elders. Not weak.

The five men quickly surrounded Yang Potian, clearly intending to rob him.

Yang Potian spoke without emotion. "Judging by your appearance, you must be from a mercenary group. I don't need your services, so please leave."

The older man responded smoothly, "Now, now, young friend, don't be so quick to dismiss us. Our mercenary group is quite capable. For the right price, we could help you obtain any spirit ring you need."

"And what would this price be?"

"Oh, just everything you have."

Yang Potian chuckled. "If you're here to rob me, drop the pretense."

"Kid, we're only after your valuables. If we have to fight, it won't just be about your valuables anymore."

"Two Spirit Kings and three Spirit Elders? I'd like to see what you can do."

"Don't be so cocky, boy. We are—"

Before the old man could finish, Yang Potian summoned his Soul-Breaking Spear and lunged at him.

The man scrambled to summon his own martial soul—a mantis, with forearms like scythes.

But as he blocked with his scythe-like arms, he was overwhelmed by the sheer power of Yang Potian's strike, which pierced straight through his arm, sending him flying.

Shocked and terrified, the man realized this young spirit master's strength was formidable—he hadn't even released his spirit rings yet.

"Everyone, attack! He's just a kid!"

The four others summoned their martial souls and charged at Yang Potian.

A quick scan showed him they all had beast martial souls. Besides the leader's mantis, the others were a rat, a leopard, a black bear, and a mandala snake.

Yet none of them had a ten-thousand-year spirit ring, and two even had white first rings.

Yang Potian couldn't help but scoff to himself. With such weak rings, you dare to rob people? You must be here to serve as practice dummies.

Without any mercy, Yang Potian wielded his Soul-Breaking Spear, focusing his attack on the leader.

The old man used his soul skills to block, but with the spear's weight of 2,000 jin, even a basic strike exceeded the power of many hundred-year soul skills.

Using a move called "Direct Strike to the Dragon's Heart," Yang Potian thrust his spear forward with full force, piercing the old man's shoulder.

After piercing his shoulder, he withdrew his spear and delivered a downward slash, splitting the man in two.

The remaining four were paralyzed with fear. Their leader, a Spirit King, hadn't survived a single move.

Unfazed, Yang Potian swung his spear, stabbing another man and shooting a spear-light straight through his throat.

He quickly took down the remaining three, who barely had time to react. Even one who managed to flee about 30 meters was pinned to the ground by a spear throw.

Yang Potian shook his head as he surveyed the bodies. These five were so weak, they didn't even give me a challenge.

After searching their bodies for valuables, he continued deeper into the Sunset Forest.

(End of Chapter)

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