Douluo Continent: Phoenix God Ma Hongjun intercepts and marries Zhu Zhuqing!

Chapter 62: Defeating Salas, Winning Him Over, and Being Tempted.

"That attack was incredibly powerful; I couldn't possibly withstand it!"

"What kind of monster is this?"

As Salas watched the spear being shot down, his pupils contracted, and a sense of impending death filled his heart. In his opinion, the opponent shouldn't be this outrageous; this had already surpassed the power that a Soul Emperor could unleash.

He decisively summoned his seventh soul skill, Martial Soul True Body!

Its entire body transformed into a gigantic figure of a platinum earth dragon longsword, slashing upwards.

Boom!

After the massive explosion, Salas's true form of martial spirit was mercilessly blasted away, crashing into the valley and being buried by countless rubble and dust.

With just one strike, a peak Soul Douluo was rendered so miserable; one can only imagine just how powerful Ma Hongjun is now!

"You're so weak," Ma Hongjun said. "With strength like that, how dare you stop me? A mere Soul Douluo is nothing special!"

"Young man, how dare you be so insolent!"

With a roar, the Platinum Earth Dragon leaped out from the pile of rubble, a black soul ring appeared, attached to the greatsword in its hand, and slashed fiercely down at Ma Hongjun!

"Sixth Soul Level - Seven Star Earth Dragon Slash!"

Behind him, seven star-like objects appeared, quickly connecting together and ultimately channeling all their power into the sword, making it incredibly powerful!

The power of Contra was not hidden in the slightest.

If I were to lose to a Soul Emperor, it would be incredibly embarrassing. He's a Platinum Bishop of the Spirit Hall! How would I ever face anyone again? I might even lose my job!

"Then let's fight!"

Ma Hongjun didn't use any weapons, but let out a loud shout, full of fighting spirit.

Flames erupted from his body as he threw a punch!

He wanted to see just how tough this armor was!

BOOM!!!

A punch and a sword clashed, and the resulting impact sent both of them flying.

The armored fist was completely unharmed. Ma Hongjun only felt the impact but was not injured. This armor has very strong defensive capabilities!

With a flap of its wings, it rushed forward.

Salas refused to admit defeat and used his movement and soul skills to quickly engage in fierce combat with Ma Hongjun.

BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM!!!

For a moment, the two moved so fast that only two long streaks remained, and they fought fiercely.

The feeling of each punch landing squarely on the skin gave Ma Hongjun great satisfaction.

Throughout the entire exchange, Salas was overwhelmed and unable to defend himself, suffering numerous injuries. His longsword shattered under the relentless barrage of punches.

"Eighth Soul Skill: Earth Dragon Sky-Slaying Technique!"

Salas was completely enraged. Enduring the excruciating pain, he unleashed his strongest ultimate move, transforming into a platinum rainbow that rapidly swung around Ma Hongjun.

One after another, the Platinum Earth Dragon Sword Qi attacked Ma Hongjun from all directions, completely blocking his retreat!

If this attack were delivered by another Soul Douluo, they would be seriously injured.

What's more, this was a terrifying finishing move he unleashed under his rage, fully utilizing the power of a level 89 peak Soul Douluo.

Every sword strike contained his furious will!

In their anger and frustration, they forgot all about sparing the other person's life.

Ma Hongjun had humiliated him so much that he wished he could tear him to pieces to vent his hatred!

Rumble!!!

The next second, streaks of sword energy struck Ma Hongjun, causing him to explode.

Thick smoke billowed out.

After a fierce battle, Salas landed panting heavily, his elegant demeanor replaced by a disheveled state, drenched in sweat.

I won this battle by a narrow margin.

If you are at the same level as your opponent, or if your opponent is at the same level as you, then you are bound to lose today.

"Since you won't join the Spirit Hall, you're doomed. Pfft!"

As Salas spoke, his expression suddenly changed, and he spat out a mouthful of blood.

"Damn it, this guy is only a Soul Emperor, yet he's so powerful. What does he eat to cultivate like that?"

Clutching the painful area, Salas felt he needed a major treatment, otherwise it would definitely leave lasting problems.

He planned to turn around and leave.

However, at that moment, an unexpected event occurred.

As the thick smoke was dispersed by a powerful force, a fiery red phoenix figure slowly emerged from within.

The terrifying sense of oppression made Salas's hair stand on end as he turned around, and he decisively turned back to look.

His pupils trembled, and his soul shuddered.

At this moment, that figure was like a god, inspiring fear in everyone!

He gasped, "How can he be completely unharmed?"

Ma Hongjun's armor was not shattered; under the scorching flames, it emitted a dazzling reflective color, looking brand new.

Not a speck of dust or dirt remained on it.

"Damn it, what the hell are you?!"

Salas screamed in terror.

There was a sense of despair.

Only now could he truly realize just how enormous the gap between the two sides really was!

"You've been at the peak of Contra for a long time, haven't you?" Ma Hongjun suddenly asked.

There was no intention to kill.

With his current strength, killing Salas wouldn't be difficult; he could have easily done it in the battle just now. The reason he didn't do so was twofold: first, he wasn't a bloodthirsty person, and second, he wanted to recruit Salas into Phoenix Academy.

Now that Phoenix Academy is newly established, it is precisely the time when it needs manpower.

"So what if it is?" Salas frowned.

"You've served the Spirit Hall for so many years, yet you haven't broken through to the Title Douluo level. That's really pathetic."

"Are you interested in coming and working for me? I guarantee you'll become a Title Douluo immediately, and I'll give you the position of Second Elder of Phoenix Academy."

"Elder, only Title Douluo are qualified to serve as elder."

Ma Hongjun's voice carried a hint of disdain for the Spirit Hall.

Of course, the Spirit Hall's contributions to the common people are undeniable.

However, he disliked the atmosphere inside the Spirit Hall.

"If I betray the Spirit Hall, I'm doomed. I know a lot about the Spirit Hall, and even if I break through to the Title Douluo level, it won't matter, because the Spirit Hall has no shortage of powerful Title Douluos who can kill me!"

To be honest, Salas was indeed tempted by the opportunity to break through to the Title Douluo level. After fighting Ma Hongjun, he also realized how powerful the other party was.

A Soul Emperor could defeat him, a peak Soul Douluo.

If the opponent breaks through to the Soul Saint level, can they directly confront a Title Douluo?

This is outrageous!

"You know Dugu Bo, right?" Ma Hongjun said dismissively.

"I know, I've investigated. He's now the Grand Elder of your Phoenix Academy." Salas nodded.

Ma Hongjun said, "He was only level 92 before, but after he followed me, his strength broke through to level 97 Super Douluo in a short period of time."

Salas was shocked: "What?! That's terrifying?! Let me think about it." He fell silent.

He did so much for the Spirit Hall, and now he's betraying it all; it's indeed a difficult decision.

The moment he said, "My family is still in Wuhun City," it meant he was completely smitten.

No one wants to not become a Title Douluo.

Salas longs for it too!

Ma Hongjun's favorite thing to do is to turn enemies into friends and swords into plowshares.

Of course, this does not include despicable hypocrites like Xiao Biao San and Tang Hao.

(End of this chapter)