Soul Emperor Martial God

Following the words of the Second Elder,

Dozens of shocking auras pressed toward him.

"Pfft." Xiao Yi suddenly spat out a mouthful of bloody sputum.

The combined pressure of numerous Heavenly Origin Realm was indeed terrifying.

"Northern Mountain Sword Master," Zhou Yueyao and the others cried out in alarm.

Yet their expressions remained as they were before,

Seeming both astonished and... disappointed with Xiao Yi's Fire Control Beast Martial Soul.

In this world, the notion that the strong are revered was deeply ingrained in people's hearts.

Originally, Xiao Yi was seen as an incredibly strong, superbly talented Heavenly Talent in their eyes.

But the thought of Xiao Yi possessing the Fire Control Beast Martial Soul,

And that they were defeated by a warrior with the Fire Control Beast Martial Soul,

That sudden shock was something they were slow to react to.

At this moment, Xiao Yi was still being oppressed by the shocking auras.

He couldn't even speak, the discomfort making his body want to collapse.

But his body remained erect.

His defiant gaze coldly looked toward the Elder's Seat above.

Suddenly, a disdainful sneer appeared.

"Hmph, a bunch of fools."

The speaker was Zhong Wuyou.

From beginning to end, he alone hadn't changed his expression.

He was now disdainfully pointing at the Meteor Sword Master, Jie Mo, and others' noses.

"So what if it's a Fire Control Beast Martial Soul."

"This is the Flame Dragon Continent. Power is respected."

"If the Northern Mountain Sword Master is stronger than you, then he is the powerful one you should look up to."

"Power is the best proof of everything."

"Don't talk nonsense about the Martial Soul."

"I once thought you were someone significant, but now, hmph."

"And you," Zhong Wuyou coldly looked at the Second Elder in the Elder's Seat.

"Targeting our Northern Mountain County warriors, just be straightforward."

"Why spout a bunch of nonsense."

"Don't say the Northern Mountain Sword Master has a Fire Control Beast Martial Soul."

"Even if he had no Martial Soul,"

"If he has enough strength to step on you,"

"Then you are nothing but an ant to be stepped on at any time."

"You're insolent," the Second Elder's face darkened, and he bellowed.

He made a motion to punish Zhong Wuyou with a move.

However, the Great Elder stepped forward first, shouting, "Well said."

"Second Elder, he's right, where is the insolence?"

"You are considered a notable warrior in the Flame Martial Kingdom."

"Are you really as ignorant as those mediocre warriors?"

"Strength is indeed the best proof of everything."

"Strength represents talent; talent does not necessarily represent strength."

"At his age, the Northern Mountain Sword Master has shown strength that surpasses those who bore the title of the strongest Sword Masters in history."

"If he is not qualified to be called the strongest Sword Master,"

"Wouldn't it imply that all the strongest Sword Master ancestors in your eyes are also unqualified?"

The Great Elder said this, and bowed to the sky.

"Heh," the Second Elder said with a laugh, "Great Elder, no need to be so agitated."

"There's no need to press me with ancestors."

"You can ask the many elders here if they think the Northern Mountain Sword Master has shown enough strength."

The Great Elder looked towards the other elders.

The elders shook their heads one after another.

"Then tell me, what constitutes 'enough strength'?" the Great Elder asked sternly.

"Not even thirty-five Sword Masters combined are his match."

"How else do you intend to trouble him?"

"Or do you, the Elder, intend to personally challenge him?"

The Great Elder said, sneering.

"Heh," the Second Elder laughed, "Great Elder, you exaggerate."

"I would certainly not bully the young by showing up personally."

"But, proving his strength is simple,"

"He just needs to defeat Ling Yu."

"Ling Yu?" The Great Elder's expression changed.

"Ling Yu?" People on the Martial Arts Arena also showed shocked expressions.

Although the Elder's Seat was quite far from the Martial Arts Arena,

The quarrel between the two elders was somewhat loud,

Naturally reaching the ears of everyone on the Martial Arts Arena.

The name Ling Yu was probably known to everyone in the Royal Capital.

Ranked second among the Six Heavenly Pride of the Royal Capital.

Chief of the Sect's Sword Hall.

At just 25 years old, already a Sixth Layer Earth Origin Warrior.

Amongst the disciples of the Sky-splitting Sword Sect, he was the strongest.

On the Elder's Seat, the Great Elder shouted angrily, "Second Elder, don't go too far."

"The Northern Mountain Sword Master is merely a novice disciple."

"You're asking him to compete with the Sword Hall Chief?"

The Second Elder chuckled playfully, "Great Elder, you always say I'm harsh on the Northern Mountain Sword Master."

"Now, even if I were to be harsh, it would be for the last time."

"If the Northern Mountain Sword Master can defeat Ling Yu."

"Then he will be the strongest among the Sword Sect disciples."

"This title of Strongest Sword Master would indeed be well-earned."

"Of course, if he dares not, then that's another matter."

On the Martial Arts Arena, Xiao Yi clenched his fists tightly.

Suddenly, his body shook.

The dozens of oppressive auras weighing on him dissolved in an instant.

"Compete with the Sword Hall Chief? I accept," Xiao Yi said, wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth.

The surrounding crowd was instantly startled.

They all looked uniformly at the figure in the center of the arena.

The figure seemed somewhat desolate and lonely.

Yet, the defiance and resilience in his face stirred emotions.

"Xiao Yi." Zhou Yueyao called out hesitantly.

"Northern Mountain Sword Master." Meteor Sword Master, Jie Mo, and Fierce Tiger Sword Master wanted to say something.

At that moment, in the Elder's Seat, the Second Elder shouted, "Good, it's good that you accept."

"Ling Yu, come out and let him see what it means to be ignorant of the heavens and the earth."

The Second Elder's shouting ceased.

Strangely, no one emerged.

The Second Elder frowned and looked towards a certain section of the spectator stands.

There, a figure was also frowning—it was Ling Yu.

"Elder, I don't understand, nor do I wish to fight," Ling Yu said in a deep voice.

The Second Elder, being one of the Sword Hall Elders.

However, he addressed the Second Elder as "Elder," not "Master."

Because he was a disciple of the Sect Master.

"In my opinion, the Northern Mountain Sword Master has already earned the title of Strongest Sword Master."

"There's no need for him to compete against me."

"If there must be a competition, let it be in the future, not now."

Ling Yu spoke gravely.

The Second Elder shouted angrily, "When I tell you to fight, you fight, what need is there for idle talk?"

"Are you going to defy the command of your senior?"

"This…" Ling Yu hesitated, sighed.

Then, his figure flashed, appearing on the Martial Arts Arena.

"Northern Mountain Sword Master, my apologies," Ling Yu cupped his hands.

"Against me, you stand no chance."

"Give up the title of Strongest Sword Master."

"There's no need to persist needlessly."

Xiao Yi shook his head, "Star Shadow Sword Ling Yu, I've heard of you."

"But whether you are as formidable as the outside world claims."

"I would indeed like to see for myself."

A cold smirk crossed Xiao Yi's lips.

This battle was not for the title of 'Strongest Sword Master.'

He simply refused to compromise.

He wouldn't allow the 'unfair treatment' to be imposed on the Martial Artist of Northern Mountain County again.

Because this 'injustice' had been suffered by a Martial Artist from Northern Mountain County years ago.

Xiao Yi wouldn't let it happen again.

"You are quite arrogant," Ling Yu frowned.

"As long as I have the strength, why not be arrogant?" Xiao Yi scoffed.

"Make your move."

"As you wish." Ling Yu, clearly angered, struck immediately.

A blue sword emitting starlight appeared out of thin air.

That was the Star Shadow Sword.

It was also Ling Yu's Martial Soul, ranked in the Blue Tier.

With a clang.

The Star Shadow Sword collided with the Blood Slaughter Sword, emitting a crisp thunderous sound.

The next second, there was a loud bang.

Xiao Yi was directly blasted away.

The two had just exchanged blows, and Xiao Yi had already been overpowered.

"It's useless," said those around the Martial Arts Arena, shaking their heads resignedly.

"Star Shadow Sword Ling Yu is very strong; the Northern Mountain Sword Master is destined to lose."

Jie Mo spoke, his face full of regret and frustration.

Zhou Yueyao, Meteor Sword Master, and others felt the same.

On the other side, Xiao Yi, who had been struck flying.

Flipped in midair and barely stabilized himself.

His expression turned solemn.

Sword Sect disciples had extraordinary combat abilities, far beyond ordinary Martial Artists.

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First update.