Chapter 260: The Battle Begins
Three days later, at the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
Yu Yuanzhen received word from his spies that Luo Ling had returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
"Is the information accurate?" Yu Yuanzhen asked sternly.
"Patriarch, we saw Luo Ling with our own eyes entering the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect—absolutely no mistake!" the informant confirmed.
Yu Yuanzhen's lips curved into a cold smile. "Good. Notify the Clear Sky Sect—prepare to strike the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
"Father, when we capture Luo Ling, can you hand him to me for punishment?" Yu Xiaogang asked bitterly, his body trembling with hatred.
Yu Yuanzhen gave his son a disdainful glance.
Yu Xiaogang's reputation was now in ruins, and his body crippled. If not for bringing the Blood Demon Ritual to their clan—and still being called the "Divine Messenger"—Yu Yuanzhen would have expelled him long ago.
"If we catch Luo Ling, once we've taken his spirit bones, you can do whatever you please," Yu Yuanzhen said indifferently.
At those words, a delighted, almost maniacal grin spread across Yu Xiaogang's face.
"Good!" he said through gritted teeth, trembling with anticipation as if already picturing Luo Ling's suffering.
Watching his son leave, Yu Yuanzhen shook his head. Yu Xiaogang was beyond saving—perhaps it was time to consider finding a replacement.
...
At the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Luo Ling had already returned and informed Ning Fengzhi of Yu Yuanzhen and the Clear Sky Sect's scheme.
Spirit Hall's forces had arrived in secret and taken hidden positions throughout the sect, waiting for their prey to come to them.
At that moment, Luo Ling was sparring casually with Ning Rongrong and several others on the training field.
Facing him were Ning Rongrong, Xiao Wu, Hu Liena, Qian Renxue, and Zhu Zhuqing.
Hu Liena had reached Spirit Emperor rank, Qian Renxue was a Spirit Saint, while the others were Spirit Kings.
Since the end of the Soul Master Tournament, each had trained diligently, achieving levels that ranked them among the continent's top prodigies.
Yet even the five of them combined could not withstand the might of Luo Ling's Raven Shadow Puppet.
As Luo Ling continued the mock battle with faint amusement, Ning Fengzhi's voice called from a distance:
"Luo Ling, scouts report that members of the Clear Sky Sect have arrived in Heaven Dou City!"
Luo Ling stood up slowly, expression calm. "Understood, Uncle Ning. Proceed as planned."
...
Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
Yu Yuanzhen welcomed the elders of the Clear Sky Sect.
Seven Titled Douluo stepped into the courtyard, their overwhelming aura making the surrounding clan members tremble in fright.
"Friends, since you're here, please restrain your spirit pressure. We must not reveal our alliance," Yu Yuanzhen said, forcing a strained smile despite his shifting expressions.
He knew well what this display meant. The Clear Sky Sect was asserting dominance, reminding him of their power.
Hmph! Once they and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect bleed each other dry, I'll make them pay for their arrogance, he thought viciously, though outwardly he remained smiling.
"You're right, Clan Leader Yu. Lead the way," Tang Xiao, the Clear Sky Sect leader, said before reining in his aura. The others followed suit.
"The assault on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is set for midnight, three days from now. Any objections?" Yu Yuanzhen announced in the council hall.
"We'll follow your arrangements," Tang Xiao replied coolly.
"Good. Then please rest here for the next few days," Yu Yuanzhen said, signaling attendants to escort Tang Hao and the others to their quarters.
...
Three days later.
The night was calm and heavy, silvered by moonlight.
Luo Ling stood beneath the stars, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect eerily quiet except for the flicker of lanterns.
It seemed peaceful—but hidden within the shadows, Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, Ning Fengzhi, and the sect's strongest disciples waited in ambush.
"Brother Ling… will the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and the Clear Sky Sect really come tonight?" Ning Rongrong asked nervously, clutching his sleeve.
Ever since learning of their planned attack, she had been consumed by worry.
Luo Ling took her hand and smiled faintly. "Don't worry. Spirit Hall is ready. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is in no danger. They're just walking into their own graves."
No sooner had he spoken than a thunderous explosion echoed in the distance.
The night sky lit up with blazing fire as the ground shook violently.
From afar, a massive force of thousands from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan surged forward.
"Quick! The wall has fallen! Before they can react, kill everyone inside!" shouted Yu Luomian, leading the charge.
After undergoing enhancement from the Blood Demon Ritual, Yu Luomian was on the verge of advancing to Titled Douluo himself.
As a peak Spirit Douluo leading the assault, the Blue Lightning forces moved like a raging tide.
"Uncle Ning, begin the operation," Luo Ling said quietly.
Ning Fengzhi nodded, flying off with Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo to intercept the attackers.
...
"Who dares trespass into the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!" a furious voice roared across the night.
Ning Fengzhi stood atop the wall beside Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, their combined Titled Douluo pressure sweeping across the battlefield.
The advancing Blue Lightning clan members faltered. Most were Spirit Masters of the Soul King or below—none dared face the power of two Titled Douluo head-on.
As the moment hung heavy, a figure shot into the air.
Yu Luomian unleashed his aura, his peak Spirit Douluo strength barely lessening the oppressive might of Sword and Bone Douluo.
"Ning Fengzhi! Such arrogance!"
"Yu Luomian?" Ning Fengzhi feigned surprise, his face darkening. "Yu Luomian, leading your clan to assault us—is this your declaration of war?"
"Ning Fengzhi, we've gone too far to turn back. Don't you think your words are meaningless now?" Yu Luomian sneered.
"Insolent fool! With your Blue Lightning Clan's meager power, you dare provoke the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Tonight, Sword Douluo and I will personally teach you a lesson!" declared Sword Douluo Chen Xin.
His Seven Killing Sword flashed into being, cutting through the night as he charged directly at Yu Luomian.
The strongest offensive Titled Douluo on the continent needed no introduction.
"First Soul Skill—Sword's Sharp Edge!"
A blinding arc of sword light split the air, forcing Yu Luomian's hair to rise in terror.
Even as a peak Spirit Douluo, he was no match.
Sword Douluo Chen Xin—level ninety-seven—had few rivals alive who could stand against him.
Yu Luomian roared, unleashing his seventh spirit skill—Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon True Body—along with the Dragon Transformation Secret Technique.
(END CHAPTER)
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