Yan's opponent was an 88th-level Soul Douluo with the Martial Soul Shadow Lion.
The Lion Martial Soul was considered a top-tier Martial Soul. For example, the Four Elders of the Spirit Hall were Lion Douluo with the Lion Martial Soul. Their majestic and domineering aura could make all beasts bow down.
Yan's opponent was a Soul Master whose Martial Soul had mutated, and through the evil magic of the Holy Spirit Cult, his Martial Soul had developed in the direction of Shadow. Although far inferior to the Four Elders, he was still a very challenging opponent for Yan.
However, Yan's Flame Lord Martial Soul, coupled with the assistance of the Ultimate Flame, was precisely what countered Shadow-attribute Martial Souls. In addition, Yan's own Martial Soul was both offensive and defensive. The battle between the two sides became stalemate.
Because of the timely arrival of Sword Douluo and Demon Subduing Douluo, the battle between Qian Renyue, Xie Yue, and Hu Liena ended early, and Ning Rongrong then focused all her attention on Yan. Her Seven Apertures Exquisite Heart operated smoothly, always able to provide Yan with the most appropriate assistance at the most crucial moments.
Watching Yan and the Shadow Lion's battle, Qian Renyue thought to herself that her own soul power had almost recovered, and she wondered how to help her partner end the battle as soon as possible.
"Rongrong, Soul Fusion!" Qian Renyue called out to Ning Rongrong. Since Ning Rongrong was leading the Soul Fusion Technique and providing support, how could it not be considered Ning Rongrong's support?
"Soul Fusion Technique—Goddess's Descent!" In a moment, the two completed the Soul Fusion Technique, and a woman of stunning beauty and tall stature appeared before everyone.
"Goddess's Descent, blessing all things," a gentle voice rang out. The woman opened her arms, and light shone everywhere. Yan's attributes instantly increased by 190%. His injuries were also instantly healed, and his soul power was almost fully restored.
Ning Rongrong's Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda only provided a 70% boost, while Goddess's Descent provided a 190% boost. In an instant, Yan's attacks became even more ferocious.
The Shadow Lion, facing Yan's relentless onslaught, was utterly overwhelmed. He not only had to face such a troublesome Soul Emperor, but also had to be wary of the opponent's extreme fire.
What truly terrified Shadow Lion was that, besides this kid named Yan, there was an extremely dangerous figure lurking behind him. It seemed that if he even entertained a wicked thought or uttered a single insult, the one in the shadows could crush him.
With these uneasy thoughts, Shadow Lion, caught off guard, fell into Yan's trap, and a series of attacks followed. About the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Yan achieved final victory. Although slightly disheveled, Yan smiled happily.
Hu Liena, worried, stepped forward and helped Yan, who was slumped on the ground, to his feet: "Yan, are you alright? Are you okay?"
Yan smiled happily, feigning weakness, and said, "My legs are weak; I need Nana to carry me to feel better."
Hearing Yan's teasing words, Hu Liena rolled her eyes at him, annoyed that he had worried for so long for nothing.
Yan bowed deeply in one direction, saying, "Yan thanks Fourth Elder for his help."
A golden-red figure emerged from the shadows—it was none other than the Fourth Elder, Lion Douluo.
Lion Douluo ignored Yan and Hu Liena, walking directly to Qian Renyue and gently placing his large hand on her head.
"Fourth Grandfather! You'll stunt my growth!" Qian Renyue exclaimed, startled, then suddenly bristled.
Lion Douluo didn't move, but said in a deep voice, "Fifth Brother always loves to join in the fun. He's not here because he and Third Brother went to the far north to cultivate."
"Fifth Grandfather and the others?" Qian Renyue was somewhat shocked.
In her memory, Light Feather Douluo was the most childlike, often getting into mischief with her. When Qian Renyue was little, the two of them frequently bullied the Elders' Hall and the Spirit Hall Academy, always ending with Grandpa Qian Daoliu cleaning up the mess, and Third Grandfather angrily scolding Fifth Grandfather.
Qian Renyue hadn't seen Guangling for a long time and assumed it was due to the effects of the immortal herbs, with Guangling Douluo still in seclusion in the Hall of Offerings. She hadn't expected him to have gone to such a remote place as the far north for arduous cultivation.
The Lion Douluo's voice trembled slightly: "Good children, you've done very well. To achieve so much at such a young age, you are truly outstanding. But you are still just children. Sometimes it's appropriate for you to rely on us old folks."
Hearing her great-grandfather's words, Qian Renyue's eyes welled up with tears. Suddenly, she threw herself into the Lion Douluo's arms, hugging his waist. She simply didn't want history to repeat itself and wanted to protect her family. She didn't want them to worry.
Seeing Qian Renyue remain silent, the Lion Douluo sighed helplessly, gently patting her back to soothe her emotions. "Sigh, you child."
The Demon Subduing Douluo also put away his Dragon-Coiling Staff, walked to Qian Renyue's side, and gently ruffled her hair.
The two grandfathers' warm, gentle hands gave Qian Renyue strength and strengthened her resolve to complete the Divine Trial as soon as possible, determined not to let history repeat itself.
Qian Renyue broke free from the lion's embrace and looked at her companions.
First, she released her Healing Angel Martial Soul to heal everyone's wounds, then she inquired about their progress in the Divine Trial.
"My Divine Trial mission was to kill a Title Douluo-level evil Soul Master. Now, only obtaining the Killing God Domain remains," Hu Liena said. "The rest of you, except for Rongrong who is assisting, all of you killed one Soul Douluo-level evil Soul Master, and you also only need to obtain the Killing God Domain."
"My mission was to assist you in killing one Title Douluo and three Soul Douluo-level evil Soul Masters. I've already exceeded the mission requirements," Ning Rongrong said with a playful smile. Because everyone was unharmed after the ambush, Ning Rongrong relaxed.
"Then Rongrong, aren't you ready to complete the mission?" Qian Renyue looked at Ning Rongrong with some surprise.
Seeing Ning Rongrong nod, the others withdrew their gazes with a hint of envy.
"Next, we're going to the Slaughter City. It's clear Rongrong isn't suited to go with us. You and Master will return to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School later," Qian Renyue said to Ning Rongrong.
Ning Rongrong pouted, but she knew that going to the Slaughter City wouldn't help anyone; she'd only be a burden. So she said, "Alright then."
Hu Liena asked curiously, "Rongrong, what's your reward for the assessment? Tell us to motivate us!"
Ning Rongrong nodded, "Okay."
Then, the red mark on Ning Rongrong's forehead lit up.
"Ning Rongrong, Fourth Trial of Red-Rank Eight: Assist teammates in combating evil spirit masters. Assist teammates in defeating at least one Title Douluo and three Soul Douluo-level evil spirit masters. Assisting teammates in defeating three Title Douluos and three Soul Douluos results in exceeding the trial requirements, and rewards are stacked. Ning Rongrong was undaunted by difficulties during the trial, remained calm and composed towards her teammates, and diligently assisted them, providing essential help to defeat opponents and complete the trial; she treated the masses with kindness and courtesy, handling matters in an orderly manner. Rewards are stacked. The fourth trial has a three-year time limit, and she completed it in only one-third of the time, resulting in stacked rewards. The current reward is one spirit bone, one divinely bestowed spirit ring, a three-level increase in spirit power level, and a five-thousand-year increase in spirit ring age."
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