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Chapter 73: Reactions from All Sides
🕑 Added 2024-11-07 18:19:57 +0000 UTCYang Podi's Soul Fight drew significant attention.
In the Crown Prince's mansion, Crown Prince Xue Qinghe looked at the recent news about Yang Podi, especially noting that he had already obtained the Purple Gold Soul Fight Medal, and couldn't help but let out a cold snort. "Didn't this guy say he lacked battle experience and didn't want to participate in this Soul Master Tournament? But now, as soon as he goes to the Soul Fighting Arena, he keeps winning, undefeated the entire time!"
"Spear Douluo, you're the only Titled Douluo in the world who uses a spear. What do you think of his combat strength?"
Below him, Spear Douluo responded, "Young Master, as per your arrangement, I've watched two of Yang Podi's Soul Fights. This kid's spear techniques are very good; both his soul power and strength are excellent. Within the Soul Elder realm, he's hard to match. Even an average Soul Ancestor would struggle against him."
"Then, what do you think of the odds for this fight? His opponent has the Diamond Mammoth Martial Soul."
Spear Douluo thought for a moment before speaking, "Young Master, I think the Heaven Invincible participant has a slight edge, but it's likely to be a tough battle."
Xue Qinghe smiled faintly, "Since he's a genius, we might as well go watch. Let's see if they're both true geniuses."
Major forces were also abuzz, particularly the Elephant Armor Sect's leader, Hu Yan Zhen: "A mere Soul Elder of the Breaking Clan dares challenge a Soul Ancestor from my Elephant Armor Sect. Quite bold."
"Lie'er has been fighting in the Great Soul Arena of Heaven Dou City for years and has a wealth of battle experience. He'll definitely win easily. Let the world witness the defense of our Elephant Armor Sect's Diamond Mammoth Martial Soul."
Meanwhile, at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Yang Podi was having a hard time, as his parents had shown up at the academy early in the morning.
His mother was especially worried: "Podi, how has your courage grown so much? You've only been at school a few months, and you already dare to engage in Soul Fights, and at a higher level no less. Do you know your opponent's information? Do you understand how strong they are?"
"Mom, don't worry. I'm confident."
"Confident in what? Your opponent is at level 48, with the Diamond Mammoth Martial Soul. Clearly, he's from the Elephant Armor Sect. From what I know, that brat known as Heaven Invincible is already over 30 years old and has spent years in the Great Soul Arena of Heaven Dou City, bullying people at his level with his powerful defense."
Yang Podi was speechless: "Mom, it's just a Diamond Mammoth. It's no match for your Armored Giant Rhinoceros. Watch me use my Breaking Soul Spear to shatter his defense."
His father, Yang Zhentian, seemed completely unconcerned: "Podi, why are you participating in this Soul Fight? It's not like you to join such a high-profile match."
Yang Podi thought for a moment before answering, "Dad, I've been doing Soul Elder-level Soul Fights recently and haven't felt much pressure. Since the arena's manager suggested it, I thought I might as well try it out to sharpen my combat skills."
"Alright, Podi. If you want to fight, then fight wholeheartedly. We'll discuss everything afterward."
Yang Podi felt puzzled: "Dad, aren't you worried I might lose?"
"Podi, I know a little about your combat skills. With your abilities, winning shouldn't be hard; the difference will be in how much of your strength you reveal."
"Don't worry, I know my limits. If things get really dire, I won't push myself." Yang Podi understood his father's words well. If he used the Crocodile King Spear, he could defeat or even kill his opponent, but that trump card was not something to reveal, especially when his power wasn't yet fully developed.
Suddenly, Yang Podi had an idea, "Dad, since you're here at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, why not stay a few days? I've got plenty of space in my dorm, and you can teach me how to use Fusion Ring while you're here."
Yang Zhentian couldn't help but smile, "You're quite greedy, wanting to learn Fusion Ring at such a young age. Our clan's Fusion Ring technique is a bit different from other families. It's almost a life-or-death move and requires a very high level of physical endurance. I planned to teach you in a few years, but since you're eager, I'll teach it to you now."
In the following days, apart from doing weighted obstacle running in the afternoon to strengthen his body, Yang Podi spent the rest of his time in his dormitory training. His father also taught him the clan's Fusion Ring technique.
Fusion Ring involves merging all the soul ring power into a single ring, then using the soul skill of that ring. It's essentially a last-ditch effort, unleashing a life-or-death move. The Breaking Clan's Fusion Ring is especially dangerous and powerful, as all their soul masters primarily have offensive soul skills. Stacking soul rings of the same type increases the power, making the attacks even stronger.
After teaching his son the basic principles of Fusion Ring, Yang Zhentian repeatedly warned him not to use it unless absolutely necessary.
Yang Podi understood that Fusion Ring required significant physical strength, especially for Tool Soul Masters, and that he might not be able to use it in the short term.
As for Yang Zhentian and Niu Jinfeng staying in Yang Podi's dormitory, Teacher Li Xiang had already reported it to the academy, so no one disturbed them.
Time passed quickly, and after ten days, all the students were set to go to the Soul Fighting Arena together, eager to see their captain's true strength and to support him.
When they arrived, the entire arena was bustling, with odds and detailed profiles for both fighters displayed everywhere. A large number of spectators bet on Heaven Invincible, not wanting to miss an opportunity to make money.
Yang Podi himself went to the betting counter and placed all his gold soul coins on himself to win, totaling 5.6 million gold soul coins, which he had earned over the past three months.
Meanwhile, the main Soul Fighting Arena was packed, especially the VIP seats, which were occupied by numerous distinguished figures.
Among them were Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, Sword Douluo, and Ning Rongrong, along with Poison Douluo Dugu Bo, the Elephant Armor Sect's leader Hu Yan Zhen, the Breaking Clan's leader Yang Wudi, and the Jade Clan's leader Niu Gao. Even the Spirit Hall had sent representatives.
Crown Prince Xue Qinghe wanted to see just how talented Yang Podi truly was.
Ning Fengzhi wasn't initially interested, but upon learning it was Yang Podi's Soul Fight, Sword Douluo became intrigued, so the three of them decided to attend.
Poison Douluo, having a good relationship with the Breaking Clan and having been invited by his granddaughter, came to lend his support.
The rest of the audience mainly had some connection to either of the Soul Fighting participants.
As for Yang Podi's parents and teammates, they used the participant passage to take front-row seats.
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SunyLaw1
Was Dugu Bo a Titled Douluo at this point?
