Douluo Continent: Half-level Innate Realm, but a Sword Cultivator with a Heart-Only Mind

The short, bat-like man heard Qi Dao's faint words and smiled disdainfully.

"What are you babbling about?"

"You think I'll let you go back just because you say you want to live?"

"I was just saying it casually, and you actually made a wish!"

"Go to hell!"

After he finished speaking, his wings returned to the shape of arms, and his fingernails became sharp and pointed, like blades.

He was preparing to use those sharp, blade-like fingernails to slice open Qi Dao's neck.

But just as he was about to make his move, Qi Dao tried hard to recall the special state he had experienced when he faced a life-or-death crisis last time.

His blood-stained face was etched with an unprecedented will to survive in his eyes, and he had only one thought in his mind.

You blockhead, think of something right now!!

Scenes from that time flashed through his mind like a revolving lantern.

But he always felt something was missing!

Until the short, bat-like man's fingernails touched his skin.

In that instant!

Qi Dao's mind suddenly became clear!

No, he wants to live!

hum!

A clear sword cry resounded through the sky, and a giant sword phantom rose into the air.

Qi Dao once again entered the state of oneness with the sword.

No, it's not just about man and sword becoming one!

Wushuang was inherently very spiritual, and Qi Dao had been wearing her since childhood, so the two were already in sync.

At this moment, it also sensed Qi Dao's extremely strong will to survive.

Therefore, it was eager to help Qi Dao.

When it completely merged with Qi Dao's will and soul, it allowed Qi Dao to break through the shackles of man and sword becoming one.

Sword Soul!

If the unity of man and sword is the pinnacle of sword intent, then the sword soul is the threshold for the sword path to the divine realm.

Any sword cultivator who can comprehend the sword spirit will inevitably make rapid progress in their cultivation.

(Sword Soul is a concept from Douluo Continent III.)

Besides the Sword Soul, there is also the Sword God!

Unfortunately, let alone a sword god, even a sword spirit exists only in theory, and no one in the world has ever comprehended it.

In the original story, even with Tang San's secret guidance, Tang Wulin only grasped a trace of the Spear Soul at level 60 or 70.

In addition, when a sword spirit is attached to a soul skill, the power of the soul skill can be greatly increased.

At this moment, Qi Dao seemed to experience a final burst of energy before death. In a state of perfect harmony between man and sword, and with the blessing of the sword soul, his third soul ring lit up once again.

A force of immense power!

This time, Qi Dao did not enter the state of oneness with heaven and earth, thus failing to draw upon the energy of heaven and earth.

But the sword soul has touched the threshold of godhood. It goes without saying how terrifying the power it brought after being added to Qi Dao's third soul ring was.

In contrast, the short, bat-like man was completely unguarded.

So when Qi Dao suddenly attacked, his expression showed a hint of surprise, completely unexpected that Qi Dao could actually fight back.

How did he still have the strength to fight back?

He doesn't understand!

At the same time, in a critical moment.

Qi Dao suddenly drew his sword with his right hand, and a sword light that reached the heavens and the earth immediately shone brightly.

The two were too close, so Qi Dao did not choose to slash downwards with his sword. Instead, he swept across the short, bat-like man like a sweeping army.

It should be noted that Qi Dao's third soul skill can unleash five times the power of the next attack.

Now it's even enhanced by the Sword Soul!

Now, so what if Qi Dao didn't mobilize the power of heaven and earth?

If it can't even kill a mere Soul Emperor, then this sword realm that surpasses the limits of humanity is far too worthless!

Before the sword spirit appeared, the short, bat-like man's body was no different from a block of tofu.

With a soft thud, the sword slid right past his waist.

Cut in half!

With a single swing of his sword, Qi Dao's aura instantly vanished.

But his face was beaming with a bright smile.

On the other hand, the short, bat-like man opposite him froze for a moment, then looked down.

Blood suddenly seeped from his waist, and as he lowered his head, his upper body lurched forward due to inertia, leaving only his legs standing in place.

"ah--"

Heart-wrenching wails echoed through the sky.

Those who are frequently cut in half at the waist know that death does not occur immediately, especially for humans with strong vitality like Soul Masters.

So, the short bat-like man did not die, but he was now suffering from the intense pain of being cut in half at the waist, and wished he could die immediately.

"Kill me! Kill me now!"

The short, bat-like man screamed in pain.

Meanwhile, Qi Dao was utterly exhausted, his energy and spirit completely depleted. Forcing himself to unleash that sword strike had nearly hollowed out his body.

Fortunately, he had previously consumed two immortal herbs, the Fiery Apricot and the Eight-Cornered Mystic Ice Grass, and over the past few months, he had only absorbed 30% of their medicinal power.

Now that his body is completely drained, it's just the right time to stimulate the medicinal herbs to release their power.

While healing his injuries, they continued to strengthen his physique.

Therefore, although Qi Dao's soul power was exhausted, his condition was several times better than last time.

He leaned on his sword with one hand, watching the short, bat-like man's mournful howls, his eyes filled with smug satisfaction.

"It's good that you died too easily; it would have been too good for you!"

Thinking of this, Qi Dao swung his sword twice more.

The sword swept across, severing both arms of the short, bat-like man.

"you--"

Blood gushed out, the short, bat-like man's pupils contracted, and his heart-wrenching cries grew even more shrill, until he was no longer able to speak.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Upon seeing this, Qi Dao grinned and spat out a mouthful of blood.

"Should!"

After saying that, he stood there and waited for a full thirty seconds, watching the short, bat-like man die in agony amidst his cries.

He then slowly took some water from his soul tool to wash himself, and finally changed into a clean robe.

The smell of blood in this Star Dou Great Forest can attract soul beasts.

Qi Dao didn't want to finally get rid of the short bat man, only to end up as food for a soul beast.

After doing all that, he took out a black cloak from his Azure Ring and draped it over his back.

He never expected that he would actually need this Heaven-Deceiving Cloak on this trip.

This cloak can conceal his human scent, which is undoubtedly an excellent way for him to save his life in the present moment.

His soul power was exhausted, and he was unable to control his sword, so he could only walk.

Qi Dao walked for four or five miles, and along the way he found some plants with a pungent and spicy smell, crushed them and smeared them on his body.

Most soul beasts dislike this smell, so it can have a certain effect in repelling them.

After doing all that, he found a small tree hole, crawled inside, and began to meditate to restore his soul power.

An hour later.

Once Qi Dao's soul power was restored, he rode his sword and soared into the sky, flying towards the outside of the Star Dou Great Forest.

Meanwhile, in the Star Dou Great Forest.

Serpent Spear Douluo anxiously darted through the forest, pushing his perception to its limit.

"Damn it, where is Qi Dao?"

"Could he have been eaten by a passing spirit beast?"

He knew very well how much the young master valued Qi Dao; otherwise, he wouldn't have secretly entrusted him with protection.

If something were to happen to Qi Daozhen, Serpent Spear Douluo simply couldn't imagine how serious the consequences would be!

Fortunately, as long as Qi Dao's body hasn't been found, there is still hope.