Douluo: From Internal Martial Arts to the Law of Heaven and Earth

Serpent Spear Douluo hesitated for a moment, then slowly shook his head: "Your Highness, it's hard to say. I suspect that this characteristic may only be possessed by one's own martial soul."

Xue Qinghe remained silent for a moment, then slowly exhaled: "As expected of a martial soul that is valued by the master. If all martial souls have such potential, then how many mysteries does the Blue Silver Emperor that the master mentioned hold?"

Tang Shan was completely unaware of the immense trouble his unintentional display of cultivation would cause Tang San in the future.

Wow!

The sound of blood and qi surging through the body grew louder and louder, like a rushing river. The rhythm of the heartbeat was steady and powerful, like the beating of a war drum, making one's eardrums tingle slightly.

At this moment, Tang Shan's body had swelled up, his skin was bright red and hot, and the blood vessels under his skin were clearly bulging, as if a blood-red dragon was churning and swirling inside his body, about to burst out at any moment.

He pushed forward slightly with his left hand, his posture resembling that of pushing a huge millstone. The movement was slow but full of weight, as if he were carrying a thousand pounds of pressure, and every inch of movement was extremely difficult.

call!

A moment later, Tang Shan abruptly stopped moving. A long white breath slowly emerged from his mouth, condensed into a thread, and dissipated slowly in the air without breaking for a long time.

What terrifying organ function!

The two titled Douluo had incredibly sharp eyesight, and almost instantly they sensed the formidable inner strength hidden behind that aura, and the resilience of its internal organs far surpassed that of other Soul Masters of the same level.

As the blood and qi in his body gradually returned to normal, Tangshan's complexion slowly returned to normal, and his body shrank back to its original size.

“Your Highness, my training is over. If you want to learn, with my current experience, it will be no problem to guide you through the basics.”

“Of course I want to learn, but I have some questions about internal martial arts that might involve the secrets of cultivation. Could you tell me about them?” As she spoke, Xue Qinghe revealed the conjecture that Serpent Spear Douluo had just discovered: “Qi and blood may be able to replace soul power.”

After hearing the question, Tang Shan didn't hesitate at all and directly revealed the truth: "Senior She's observation is correct. Blood and qi can indeed replace soul power to some extent, but this should only be limited to the physical martial soul. After all, the physical martial soul is part of the body. Before soul power is generated, what is consumed to maintain the body is blood and qi. Therefore, for the physical martial soul, blood and qi and soul power can be used interchangeably. When my cultivation of the physical martial soul advances further, I even suspect that I can directly use blood and qi to activate soul rings and soul skills."

"A true martial spirit, truly astonishing."

Xue Qinghe didn't say anything more, and looked at Tang Shan: "Since internal martial arts are so profound, and you are willing to teach us, we will not stand on ceremony. After returning to Tiandou City, you will not be short of any resources that are helpful for cultivation."

"Then I won't stand on ceremony with Your Highness."

Tangshan did not refuse and immediately began teaching.

"Senior She, your martial spirit is a spear. First, summon your martial spirit and hold it in your hand. What I will teach you now is the most basic stance training method of internal martial arts, which is also the foundation for beginners. Since you have a spear martial spirit, I will teach you the Three-Body Stance, which is the most suitable."

“Senior Ci, the stance I taught you is the Yin-Yang Stance. Your martial soul is the porcupine, which inherently has the ability to use the opponent's force against them. Combined with your physical characteristics, the Yin-Yang Stance is the most suitable stance for you to practice, maximizing your advantages.”

The two titled Douluo were able to cultivate to level ninety, their talents far exceeding those of ordinary people. Tang Shan only made slight adjustments based on their physical condition, and the two quickly grasped the core essence of the stance, their postures becoming more and more standard, and faint fluctuations of qi and blood gradually emanating from their bodies.

"Your Highness, which type of piling technique would you like to learn?" Tang Shan asked Xue Qinghe.

Seeing that his two uncles had successfully completed the initial training, Xue Qinghe was also full of anticipation. However, he was somewhat surprised when he heard the question: "Isn't there a specific method of piling that's suitable for me?"

Tang Shan thought to himself, "If you really had a swan spirit, it would be easy to find a crane stake to match. But your real spirit is a six-winged angel, so finding a suitable stake isn't so easy."

Although he had such thoughts in his heart, he put on a serious face on the surface: "Your Highness, if you are learning Zhan Zhuang (standing meditation) only for physical fitness rather than for actual combat, then you can learn any Zhan Zhuang method. But to see the effects of Zhan Zhuang, you must accumulate it day by day, and the process of persisting is actually very tedious and hard. Therefore, Your Highness should choose a Zhan Zhuang method that you like to practice, which will make it easier to persist for a long time."

Xue Qinghe was somewhat troubled. She wasn't learning Zhan Zhuang (standing meditation) simply to improve her health, but because she saw the enormous potential behind internal martial arts. If she couldn't find a suitable Zhan Zhuang method, her practice would be much less effective and she would find it difficult to grasp the essence.

Tang Shan was also secretly worried. Suddenly, he remembered the weapon corresponding to the Angelic Martial Soul and had an idea. He then coaxed, "Your Highness, since you don't need to pursue profound cultivation for the time being, then liking it is the key motivation to persevere. I wonder if you have a favorite weapon? I can teach you the appropriate stance based on the characteristics of the weapon."

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe feigned displeasure, saying, "Don't underestimate my perseverance." But a thought flashed through his mind, and he instantly remembered his Angelic Holy Sword.

She pretended to ponder for a moment, then looked at Tang Shan: "I prefer using a sword. Are there any stances centered around the sword?"

“Of course, Your Highness. I will now teach you the sword-drawing stance. The key points are…” Tang Shan immediately responded and began to explain in detail the stance, breathing rhythm, and blood circulation of the sword-drawing stance. Every detail was explained clearly and easily.

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Chapter 84 The Golden Crocodile Douluo is on his way, arriving at Heaven Dou City.

On the wide open space, three figures were in peculiar poses, while another figure moved among them, carefully adjusting and correcting any mistakes in their movements.

In the blink of an eye, half an hour had passed. Xue Qinghe was the first to succumb to the terrifying consumption of qi and blood brought about by standing in the stance, and his body swayed precariously.

Tang Shan reached out his large hand and pulled her around the waist, steadily supporting her body.

A hint of unease flashed in Xue Qinghe's eyes. He coughed twice and changed the subject, asking, "Why am I so exhausted even though I haven't been cultivating for very long?"

Tang Shan hadn't thought much about it, but seeing Xue Qinghe about to fall, he casually caught her. Hearing her question, he replied casually, "Standing meditation isn't that simple. It inherently has the effect of mobilizing qi and blood and strengthening the body, but this effect of mobilizing qi and blood is passive, so you don't perceive it clearly."

Your energy and blood are constantly being depleted, so you will naturally feel tired.

Tang Shan looked at the two Douluo and continued, "You two seniors have profound cultivation. Even though you have never practiced internal martial arts before, the powerful physiques nurtured by your strong soul power have given you considerable blood and energy. It is normal that you can last longer than you."

Goooo!

A sudden rumble came from Xue Qinghe's stomach, creating a brief moment of awkwardness.

"Ahem, it's getting late, it's lunchtime, let's head back."

Tangshan took the initiative to step up the ladder.

Xue Qinghe hummed in response, feigning composure on his face, but unconsciously quickened his pace, increasing the distance between himself and Tang Shan, and strode towards the direction where the Royal Guards were stationed.

"I'll go protect the young master first. Old She, you stay here and continue practicing."

Serpent Spear Douluo nodded, maintaining his Three-Body Stance, while the pufferfish Douluo's plump and round body vanished without a trace in a flash.

……

Two streaks of light swept across the sky, rapidly approaching the distant canyon.

A moment later, the light fell in front of the canyon, revealing the figures of two old men.

The two men looked almost identical, with tall and imposing figures, exuding an aura of invincibility.

These two were none other than Qianjun Douluo, the sixth elder of the Spirit Hall, and Jiangmo Douluo, the seventh elder.

"Brother, is the Second Elder still inside? Should we go in and look for him?"

The Demon-Slaying Douluo looked at the thick fog before him and asked.

"No need. Our eldest brother's orders are for us to guard the Death Canyon and prevent that beast from sneaking away. As for the Second Elder, he is only one step away from the ultimate level. That beast can't do anything to him."

As soon as the words were spoken, a dim golden light spread from the depths of the mist to the outside world, just in time to be seen by the two worshippers.

"I never imagined that such an exaggerated soul beast actually existed in this world. I thought it was just a legend."

Looking at the dim golden light deep within the mist, the Demon-Slaying Douluo said with a touch of emotion.

"Yes, with nearly ten thousand years of cultivation, to be able to withstand a single blow from a level ninety-eight Second Elder is simply outrageous."

Suddenly remembering something, Demon-Slaying Douluo asked with some doubt, "Why didn't you let Xiaoxue absorb this soul beast's soul ring last year? It has nearly ten thousand years of cultivation, so this soul beast should be much better than that Light Unicorn, right?"

"Firstly, the attributes don't match. This is clearly a power-type soul beast, which has no compatibility with Xiaoxue's light, fire, and divine attributes. Secondly, the absorption difficulty is too high."

As Qianjun Douluo gazed at the earth-shattering commotion faintly emanating from the depths of the Death Canyon, and the ever-increasingly brilliant golden light, a hint of solemnity appeared in his eyes.

"You should know that although there are records of Soul Masters in our Spirit Hall absorbing the Soul Rings of super Soul Beasts like the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear and the Titan Giant Ape, several of them died from their bodies exploding due to excessively violent Soul Power. If absorbing those two Soul Beasts was such a disaster, imagine what would happen if they absorbed the Soul Ring of this beast inside?"

The Demon-Slaying Douluo fell into deep thought, and upon thinking of the terrifying power of the beast inside, he could only sigh helplessly in the end.

Roar!

A deafening roar echoed from the depths of the Death Canyon, its sound resounding like thunder even as it reached the outside world.

Countless flying soul beasts took to the air, while the land-based soul beasts couldn't help but flee in panic.

"With such a commotion, it might trigger a small beast tide. Be careful."

Although Qianjun Douluo said to be careful, his expression remained calm and composed, without the slightest panic.

The Spirit Hall had already thoroughly investigated the details of the Death Canyon. Apart from the legendary soul beast that had been sleeping since ancient times and was currently fighting against the Golden Crocodile Douluo, the maximum age of the other soul beasts was only close to 100,000 years, which posed no threat to them at all.

"What if the beast tide really breaks out?"

As the Demon-Slaying Douluo gazed at the increasingly turbulent Death Canyon, his expression gradually grew solemn.

"That is indeed a problem."

Qianjun Douluo looked at the small town set up by the Spirit Hall behind him and quickly made a decision.

"In that case, let's intimidate them and make them stay put."

As soon as he finished speaking, a long staff exuding an ancient aura and wrapped with a white dragon suddenly appeared in Qianjun Douluo's hand. The first six soul rings under his feet lit up at the same time, and a level 96 soul power was frantically poured into his martial soul.

"Get there for me!"

With a flick of his arm, Qianjun Douluo sent the Panlong Staff surging forward, its size rapidly expanding to hundreds of feet in the blink of an eye, and its thickness reaching several square meters.

A boundless, indomitable will surged forth from the long staff. The dragon that had been coiled around the staff, now resembling a giant pillar, came to life, raising its head and letting out a resounding roar. The surging dragon might spread wildly outwards from the towering pillar.

The thick fog that hangs over the valley year-round has been forcibly torn open by the weather, creating a huge hole through which brilliant sunlight pours down, illuminating this perpetually dark canyon.

Immediately afterwards, another identical giant pillar suddenly rose up, and the same dragon roar resounded throughout the heavens and earth. With the double dragon might superimposed, the intimidating power increased several times over.

Countless soul beasts fleeing towards the outer edge of the Death Canyon were suddenly forced to stop by the terrifying dragon's might, staring dumbfounded at what they thought was their path to survival, filled with despair.

What sins have they committed today? Two terrifying beings are locked in fierce combat behind them, and two seemingly giant dragons are blocking their path ahead. Who are they?

Left with no other choice, the surging torrent of soul beasts could only turn around and flee sideways, no longer daring to approach the only exit even a fraction of the way.

After an unknown amount of time, the enormous commotion originating from within the Death Canyon gradually subsided, and the dazzling golden light ceased to emanate outwards.

Ten minutes later, an elderly man with wrinkles on his face, resembling the bark of an old tree, emerged from the mist, humming a tune, clearly in a very good mood.

Upon seeing this, the two Douluo, Qianjun and Jiangmo, hurriedly stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Second Elders."

Golden Crocodile Douluo glanced at the two people in front of him, slowly nodded, and his powerful voice reached their ears: "I searched inside these past few days and finally found that guy. I just fought with it and seriously injured it. It will probably take several years to recover. Remember to keep an eye on it and don't let it get away."

"I will obey the instructions of the two masters."

Qianjun and Jiangmo Doulu responded in unison.

"Alright, that's enough. I'm going to Tiandou City to check on Xiaoxue and Tang Shan."

Golden Crocodile Douluo waved his hand, then his figure flickered and disappeared from the sight of the two Title Douluos in a few steps.

The scenery around us flew by, and in the blink of an eye, we were already dozens of miles away.

As Jinluo Douluo hurried along, he looked down at the five deep wounds on his left hand. A bright smile suddenly appeared on his face, which resembled the bark of an old tree. His deep whisper disappeared into the rapidly passing scenery, unheard by anyone.

"What a beast! I wonder who will be so ruthless in the future."

……

A well-organized procession slowly entered the city gate, instantly attracting the attention of those at the gatehouse.

"These must be the Royal Guards, right? Who's in that carriage? They're personally escorting us."

"It should be the eldest prince; you can still recognize the royal insignia on the carriage if you look closely."

As a gathering place for various forces, Tiandou City had spies everywhere at its gates. The news of Xue Qinghe's return quickly reached the desks of many power leaders.

……

Inside the study of the imperial palace, Emperor Xueye heard a knock at the door and said, "Come in!"

A maid entered the study and bowed to report: "Your Majesty, the Crown Prince has entered the city."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Xueye's aged face showed a hint of relief, and he waved his hand, saying, "Alright, I understand. You may leave now."

The maid bowed and withdrew. Emperor Xueye stood up, walked slowly to the window, and looked at the scenery outside with anticipation on his face: "Qinghe, you must not disappoint me."

……

In a courtyard, all kinds of flowers bloom in competition, vying for beauty, and the rich fragrance of flowers permeates the air, making people feel intoxicated.

A refined middle-aged man was half-embracing a stunningly beautiful woman whose belly was noticeably protruding, clearly indicating that she was pregnant.

"Fengzhi, how is everything at the sect lately?"

The woman's long, dark brown hair fell naturally to her shoulders as she leaned gently against the middle-aged man and asked softly.

"All is well, and the sect is thriving."

Ning Fengzhi held his wife's waist, his face full of doting affection.

"That's good."

The beautiful woman's eyes darted around, and suddenly her tone changed. She asked with a smile, "I heard that you bought a fox spirit at the auction a few days ago? Where is that sister? Bring her over so I can take a look."

Ning Fengzhi's expression stiffened slightly, then he gave a slightly awkward but polite smile: "You're overthinking it. It's not what you think. I just felt sorry for her situation, so after buying her, I gave her back her freedom. As you know, I've always disapproved of this kind of human trafficking."

The beautiful woman sat up from Ning Fengzhi's embrace, looking at her husband with a half-smile: "Really? I don't believe it."

Ning Fengzhi's eyes darted away slightly as he forced himself to calm his inner turmoil. Then, he looked directly at his wife with a serious expression and said, "Of course, why would I lie to you?"

"Then I'll trust you this time."

The beautiful woman leaned back into Ning Fengzhi's arms and didn't press the matter further. Some things are better left unsaid, especially since it's unrealistic to expect Ning Fengzhi, as the head of a sect, to love only her. As long as he devotes 60% of his attention to her and the remaining 40% to other women, it's fine.

"Sect Master, the First Prince has returned to Tiandou City."