Douluo: I have too many clones

Chapter 790 The First Battle of Youlan Dai'e

The competition in the round-robin stage of the martial arts contest for marriage is intensifying and continuing to advance under the spotlight.

After the intense competition on the first day, the second day's schedule showed a significant increase in both the intensity of the competition and the level of skill, pushing the competitive atmosphere of the entire event to a new climax.

In the collision between the two competitors in the third group, one of them was seriously injured, losing an arm and suffering a large hole in his chest and abdomen.

If it weren't for the Spirit Pagoda's healing soul masters' all-out efforts to save him, he would have died already, and the blood seemed to ignite the passion of all the contestants.

By the end of the second day of competition, there were almost no upsets. Those who made it through four rounds of elimination to the round-robin stage were not only strong, but also had a wealth of practical experience. It was not an easy thing to pull off an upset.

However, compared to the excitement of the first two days, the third day of the competition undoubtedly carried a higher level of attention and expectation.

The reason is simple: in the fifth and sixth groups of the day, two heavyweight figures will make their official debut – the genius successor of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex family: Yu Longyue.

And the Spirit Messenger of the Spirit Pagoda: Qian Gu Zhang Ting, their appearance alone was enough to spark widespread discussion both inside and outside the arena.

However, the appearance of these two strong players alone was not enough to raise the level of excitement for the third day of the competition to such an unprecedented height.

What truly captivated countless viewers and drew the entire martial arts contest to this point was the unique situation of the sixth group.

In the sixth group, apart from the giant white goose forged by the divine craftsman, the other nine contestants had all reached the pinnacle of the Soul Master world: Title Douluo.

what does this mean?
This means that the competition in the sixth group will be more intense than ever before, and that every match in the sixth group will be a battle between titled Douluo.

After analysis, many people reached a consensus: if the Silver Dragon Princess were to choose a partner in this tournament, the strongest person who stood out from the sixth group would undoubtedly have the most significant advantage.

This has nothing to do with anything else; it's mainly because of the contrast with its peers.

Among the other nine groups, Nan Fusheng's second group only had two Title Douluos, while the remaining eight groups had no more than four or five Title Douluos each.

And what about the sixth group?
Nine, a full nine Title Douluos plus a goose—that really creates a strong contrast.

The titled Douluo who emerged from the sixth group may not be the strongest in the entire martial arts tournament, but he will definitely be the most eye-catching focus.

After all, he needed to defeat eight Title Douluos of the same realm in succession, plus a goose!

With this achievement as a bonus, they will undoubtedly gain an advantage in the final mate selection process. Even if they cannot directly win the Silver Dragon Princess's heart, they will certainly leave a deep impression on the princess, making her pay more attention to them.

Therefore, although Group 6 was dubbed the "Group of Death" due to the fierce competition, it was also widely regarded as the "Golden Group" with the best chance of winning the favor of the beauty.

……

Tang Wulin sat quietly in the corner of the rest area, his eyes lightly closed, surrounded by a chilling aura that kept strangers at bay.

Because the character Yu Longyue, whom she plays, is designed to be an extremely arrogant person, this doesn't seem unnatural.

In this rest area, besides her, there were eight other people and a goose; they were all contestants in the sixth group.

"Goose, goose, goose—my son! My little rascal!"

A crisp yet somewhat arrogant call echoed in the rest area, where a large white goose, pure white with full plumage, was flapping its broad wings and pacing back and forth on the smooth ground.

Its movements seemed leisurely, but its eyes would occasionally sweep over every contestant present. Its nonchalant attitude caused several usually composed Title Douluos to frown and turn their gazes to this "contestant" with a special identity.

Of all those present, the one most curious about the giant white goose was Qian Gu Zhangting, the young master of the Spirit Pagoda. Dressed in white robes, with a handsome face and an innate air of nobility, he was currently observing the giant white goose wandering around with great interest.

As the heir of an ancient clan, he had read extensively since childhood, seen countless soul-guided artifacts and rare treasures, and even personally touched the masterpieces of several divine craftsmen. However, he had never seen a creation like the white goose, which was made of metal yet could display such a vivid and spiritual nature.

"These peculiar life forms... are they truly all forged from metal?"

Qian Gu Zhangting's eyes were full of inquiry, and his spiritual power reached out towards the white goose without warning, but it was instantly bounced back when it touched the goose's feathers.

"Interesting!" Although the probe failed, Qian Gu Zhangting's interest only grew.

As if sensing his probing, the large white goose, which was pacing, suddenly stopped and turned its round eyes to look at the Qian Gu Zhang Pavilion.

The moment their eyes met, it suddenly stretched its neck and let out an exceptionally loud cry: "Goose-goose—Shunzi! Grandson!"

"..." Qian Gu Zhangting's curiosity froze instantly, then turned ashen. He suspected that the large white goose had done it on purpose, and he even had evidence.

It should be noted that when the white goose was wandering around the rest area, no matter which titled Douluo it encountered, it called out "goose, goose," which, while not exactly respectful, was just a casual way of addressing him.

But when it came to himself, not only did the "goose" become a "straight", but he also forcibly added a "grandson" at the end. The difference was obvious.

The surrounding titled Douluos clearly sensed something amiss. Some couldn't help but smile slightly, but they forcibly suppressed their laughter due to Qian Gu Zhangting's status, though their eyes held a hint of anticipation for a good show.

Qian Gu Zhangting took a deep breath, suppressing his frustration—he couldn't possibly argue with a goose; if word got out, it would only tarnish his reputation.

"In the first match of Group Six, please welcome contestants Youlan Dai'e and Lu Xingyu to the stage."

The staff member's calm voice pierced the tranquility of the rest area, reaching everyone's ears clearly.

As soon as the words were spoken, the restless white goose immediately stopped pacing, raised its neck slightly, and flapped its wings as if it had understood the command, walking towards the entrance.

At the same time, a middle-aged man dressed in an earth-yellow robe also stood up and walked towards the arena.

Tang Wulin, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them, a sharp glint flashing in his deep eyes as he looked toward the arena.

Undoubtedly, their group's situation was the most unique. Even though she was confident in her abilities, she didn't want to suffer an unexpected setback, so she naturally asked the Tang Clan to gather information on the other contestants.

The ranking of the sixth group's strength had already spread among the audience and contestants.

This list, compiled by various forces based on factors such as soul power, martial soul quality, and combat record, may not be absolutely authoritative, but it does reflect the external evaluation of the contestants to some extent.

Their rankings from highest to lowest are as follows:

First, the Panlong Staff – the Eternal Zhangting Pavilion.

Second, Ice Dragon - Jade Dragon Moon.

Third, Yanlong – Xinnan.

Fourth, Wind Eagle - East Shirt.

Fifth, Black Rhino – Bei Miao.

Sixth, Snow Mastiff – Xi Zhao.

Seventh, Earth Tiger – Kunzhong.

Eighth, the Black Gold Ancient Sword – Zhang Qiling.

Ninth, Yellow Sand – Lu Xingyu.

Tenth, Heavenly Forging - Orchid and Goose.

The left side of the list shows the rankings, the middle shows the martial spirit, and the right side shows the player's name.

The basis for this ranking is clearly visible: Qian Gu Zhangting ranks first with the cultivation of a level 95 Super Douluo. His martial soul "Panlong Staff" contains domineering dragon might, and he is recognized as the strongest in the sixth group with the deepest soul power and the most profound foundation.

Tang Wulin's character, "Yu Longyue," was ranked second due to the extreme attributes and formidable combat power of his Ice Dragon Martial Soul.

What's most interesting is that the five people ranked third through seventh are all powerful figures from the Temple of War.

The eighth person is a powerful figure from the common people, and the ninth person seems to be related to the Spirit Pagoda.

As for the large white goose, "Youlan Dai Goose," it was considered a mere accessory by most people due to its status as a "creation of a divine craftsman" and its goose-like form. In their view, even if it was made by a divine craftsman, a goose's fighting power was ultimately limited, hence it was ranked last. However, this seemingly reasonable list was not entirely credible in Tang Wulin's eyes.

Putting everything else aside, that big white goose alone is far more complex than it appears on the surface. Tang Wulin, who had been in close contact with it, knew that this goose's attack and defense capabilities far exceeded what ordinary people imagined.

……

The referee's voice resonated throughout the arena, carrying an undeniable authority: "Countdown begins, five, four, three, two, one—the match begins!"

Before the words were even finished, a storm was brewing on the competition stage.

Lu Xingyu, a Douluo-level powerhouse known as "Yellow Sand," was the first to display his astonishing explosive power.

Three purple and six black spirit rings, a total of nine, suddenly appeared around him. The purple and black intertwined halo reflected on his resolute face, demonstrating the terrifying strength of a Title Douluo.

However, the moment his spirit rings were fully revealed, his body crumbled like weathered rock, turning into a sky full of yellow sand and disappearing on the spot.

The scattered yellow sand did not drift away with the wind; instead, it increased tens of thousands of times in an instant, creating a violent swirl on the arena.

In the blink of an eye, a vortex formed from yellow sand took shape, its edges expanding outward like sharp blades, and in an instant it spread to the feet of its opponent—the large white goose named "Youlan Dai Goose".

Those familiar with Lu Xingyu knew perfectly well that his martial spirit and title shared the same origin: "Yellow Sand." This powerful figure, born in the desert, had honed his martial spirit amidst the wind and sand since childhood, and had already mastered the properties of yellow sand to the extreme.

As a rare genius soul master in the desert region, Lu Xingyu's path to growth is fraught with difficulties. His talent for cultivation is beyond doubt, but he is limited by the barrenness of his birthplace.

Long before his spirit rings reached the fifth ring, his own financial resources were no longer sufficient to support further upgrades to his spirit rings and spirit. In his despair, the Spirit Pagoda extended an olive branch to him.

The Spirit Pagoda has always focused on recruiting promising new talents, and it will try to recruit any Soul Master who has outstanding strength and considerable potential.

Although they provide enough resources to support cultivation, one must sign a contract that is almost like a "slave contract"—this contract, though full of constraints, has also created many powerful individuals, with Lu Xingyu being a prime example.

With his extraordinary perseverance and the support of the Spirit Pagoda's resources, he eventually broke through to the Title Douluo realm, and his status within the pagoda rose accordingly.

If it weren't for the scarcity of Soul Masters in the desert region, making it unsuitable for building branch towers, and the fact that he had long been accustomed to life in the desert, he might already be the master of a branch tower.

Even so, the Spirit Pagoda has greatly relaxed its restrictions on him and even granted him the position of elder, which shows how much it values ​​him.

Lu Xingyu is carrying out a secret order from Qian Gu Dongfeng for participating in this martial arts contest to find a husband: if he is in the same group as Qian Gu Zhangting, he must protect him; if they are in different groups, he must do his best to block his potential opponents.

In return, Qian Gu Dong Feng promised that for every opponent he defeated in the round-robin tournament, he would grant him a chance to enter the Ten Thousand Beasts Platform.

The significance of the Beast Platform to Soul Masters is self-evident—each additional opportunity to enter increases the chances of breaking through a bottleneck and improving one's own strength.

Therefore, even though his opponent was just a seemingly ordinary white goose, Lu Xingyu did not underestimate it in the slightest and went all out from the start.

The yellow sand spread across the entire competition platform at a visible speed, turning the hard surface into a vast desert in an instant, while Lu Xingyu's aura completely merged into the yellow sand, leaving no trace.

For most Soul Masters, opponents who "conceal their form after releasing their Martial Soul" are the most troublesome—they cannot see the arrangement of the opponent's Soul Rings, cannot determine their location, and have no way of predicting the level and form of the next Soul Skill.

Even if one is slightly stronger, it often requires a fierce battle, and these opponents are mostly proficient in escape techniques, making them extremely difficult to capture.

After fully unleashing his martial spirit, Lu Xingyu immediately demonstrated his signature move, "Yellow Sands Fill the Sky on the Road to Heaven," to all the spectators.

Suddenly, towering sand dunes rose from the ground, shooting straight into the sky like tornadoes. In an instant, they coalesced into nine thick sand pillars, sweeping towards the white goose from all directions and blocking all escape routes.

Faced with the overwhelming onslaught of yellow sand, the white goose seemed unfazed. Remarkably, despite being just a bird, everyone present clearly read the word "disdain" in its eyes.

"Goose--"

A clear cry pierced the sky, and the white goose suddenly flapped its wings.

In an instant, a gust of wind far exceeding the rotational force of the sand pillar suddenly rose up. Instead of being suppressed by the yellow sand, it swirled the sand particles in the opposite direction, turning them into several small sandstorms that roared towards other directions of the arena.

The Great White Goose is a creation of Heavenly Forged Metal that has undergone the tempering of eight-colored lightning tribulations, and it is born with the ability to manipulate elements!
In the clash between elements, the key to victory lies in two points: first, the affinity and control over the element; and second, the strength of one's mental power. At this moment, the white goose clearly has the upper hand in both aspects.

"Puff puff……"

A violent sandstorm enveloped the entire arena, but was firmly blocked by the outer protective shield, and could only rage within a limited space.

Lu Xingyu, hidden deep in the yellow sand, suddenly changed his expression, and a strong sense of shock and doubt welled up in his heart—he could clearly sense that as the white goose exerted its wind-controlling power, his control over the yellow sand within a five-meter radius of it was being lost at an alarming rate.

This desert was originally his home turf, built with his martial spirit, and should rightfully be under his absolute control. But now, his home-field advantage is being gradually eroded by a goose, which is undoubtedly an extremely dangerous sign.

"We must fight quickly!"

Without further hesitation, Lu Xingyu immediately mobilized all the yellow sand around him and rushed towards the white goose.

Hidden within the dense, surging sand grains are countless weapon shapes formed from sand grains, such as knives, spears, swords, and halberds. They are mixed in with the yellow sand, launching all-around attacks from all directions.

It should be noted that Lu Xingyu's yellow sand is no ordinary sand—once it touches an opponent's body, it can instantly draw out the moisture from their body.

If covered by a large amount of yellow sand, even a Soul Douluo-level powerhouse could be drained of moisture and turned into a dried-up corpse. The fact that one could advance to the Title Douluo level with this martial soul speaks volumes about its power.

However, faced with this deadly sandstorm, the white goose didn't even try to dodge; it simply took the hit head-on.

A series of rapid impacts rang out as weapons formed from yellow sand bombarded its body, yet not even a white mark was left.

Its body was made of metal, and there was no moisture inside that could be extracted by the yellow sand; coupled with the extreme hardness given by the Heavenly Forging process, Lu Xingyu's Yellow Sand Martial Soul was completely useless at this moment.

"Quack quack!"

Suddenly, the white goose's gaze locked onto a corner in the yellow sand. With a sudden flap of its wings, it transformed into a white blur and swooped down in that direction at a speed far exceeding Lu Xingyu's prediction.

"not good!"

Lu Xingyu was terrified. He could sense that the other party's target was his hiding place, so he quickly activated his soul power to try to change his location.

But the white goose was too fast. The explosive power that burst forth from its seemingly small body was so great that even a titled Douluo like him could hardly react.

In the blink of an eye, the large white goose had pounced on Lu Xingyu. Then, a scene that left everyone speechless unfolded—a series of honking cries and the sound of tearing fabric rang out simultaneously, followed by Lu Xingyu's sudden scream: "Ah! Stop! Stop it!"

He could clearly feel the sharp pain in his scalp, so he quickly raised his palm and used his soul power to slap the white goose, trying to knock it down.

"Boom!"

After a dull thud, Lu Xingyu screamed even more shrilly: "Ah! My hand!"

His face instantly contorted into a ferocious grimace, and the excruciating pain in his palm made him almost think his bones had cracked—this goose's body was incredibly tough!

"I surrender! I surrender! I surrender!" Overwhelmed by the excruciating pain, Lu Xingyu hurriedly shouted his surrender, but the tearing sensation on his head did not lessen at all.

All he could do was cry out for help towards the referee: "Referee! Help me!"

Upon seeing this, the titled Douluo referee, who had been closely watching the battle, quickly stepped forward and loudly announced, "Contestant Lu Xingyu concedes defeat. Contestant Youlan Dai'e wins this match!"

After saying that, he looked at the big white goose that was still "ravaging" Lu Xingyu's head and carefully advised, "Contestant Youlan Daige, contestant Lu Xingyu has already admitted defeat. Please be merciful."

"Goose~"

Upon hearing this, the white goose released its beak, spitting out the strand of hair it had been carrying onto the ground. Then, it let out a triumphant cry and, with its signature "unapproachable" gait, calmly walked off the stage.

On the stage, Lu Xingyu covered his balding head, feeling the stinging pain on his scalp and the humiliation in his heart. Finally, a tear slid down his cheek.

Who would have thought that a dignified Title Douluo would be "shaved" into a bald patch by a goose?
Moreover, the goose was extremely skilled; it polished his hair without leaving a trace of blood.

(End of this chapter)