The Glory of the Sun and Moon in the Peerless Tang Sect

Although the two did not appear to be fighting openly, their intentions actually clashed fiercely.

Ji Juechen's martial soul is a sword, an ordinary sword-type martial soul with no special abilities whatsoever. His innate soul power is only level three, barely enough to be considered capable of cultivation.

But he took a different approach and found the path that suited him best.

Infusing the soul into the sword. This is the cultivation method of Ji Ji Juechen.

Through decades of relentless training and his astonishing focus, he transformed his physical sword-like martial spirit into the purest energy form, merging it into the meteorite iron sword from outer space. Man is sword, sword is man; there is no distinction between them.

Ji Juechen's swordsmanship emphasizes sword intent. Once he can suppress his opponent in terms of momentum, no matter how strong the opponent is, he will kill them with a single sword strike.

Unfortunately, his sword intent was completely overwhelmed by Xu Zihuang's intent. Naturally, he lost the previous contest.

Xu Zihuang's original intention was to rule the world, which was taught to him by Master Mu, but he also incorporated his own understanding and abilities into the rule of the world.

In Ji Juechen's eyes, Xu Zihuang was like a majestic and awe-inspiring emperor. That kingly aura completely shattered his sword intent on a spiritual level.

Standing silently in place, Ji Juechen pondered for a full quarter of an hour. The burning passion in his eyes transformed into unwavering resolve.

He knew that following in Yu Tianhuang's footsteps would be incredibly difficult. But it also further validated his cultivation method. His path was correct, and even if it meant spending his entire life chasing after Yu Tianhuang, he would steadfastly continue on it.

For the first time, the blood of the sword fanatic Ji Juechen, which had been dormant for so long, began to boil.

However, once back in his dormitory, Xu Zihuang completely forgot about Ji Juechen and entered a state of cultivation.

Among all his peers, no one was worthy of being called his rival. His only rival was himself.

Ji Juechen is essentially the same as Xiao Hongchen and others; at most, he is just a whetstone on his path to growth.

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Over the next few days, Xu Zihuang's studies and life gradually stabilized. During the day, he spent his time in the laboratory making soul tools, occasionally chatting with Ju Zi and Ke Ke.

Because of what happened six years ago, Ju Zi didn't feel any aversion towards Xu Zihuang. And Ke Ke was a simple and kind-hearted girl, so the three of them easily became friends.

Instead, it turned Zimu into an outsider.

It's worth mentioning that Wang Shaojie suddenly withdrew from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy the following day. The news was delivered by Xuan Ziwen.

Upon hearing this news, Zi Mu was stunned for a long time before she could recover.

Although Xuan Ziwen did not explicitly explain the reason, it was obvious to everyone that this matter was inextricably linked to Yu Tianhuang, the genius boy from Shrek Academy.

Yu Tianhuang's image in Zi Mu's mind became even more unfathomable.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

During this time, Xu Zihuang successfully crafted the bow-shaped soul tool. The main material was the rib of the thousand-year-old silver wolf, and the bowstring was also made primarily from the silver wolf's tough tendons, mixed with other materials.

Level 5 Soul Guidance Device, Wind-Breaking Bow.

This morning, when Xu Zihuang finished making it and showed it to Xuan Ziwen, even Xuan Ziwen, an eighth-level Soul Master, expressed his approval of the Soul Tool.

However, its exact power still needs to be tested and evaluated.

The sixth grade consists of two teaching buildings and a laboratory.

Xuan Ziwen, Ju Zi, and Ke Ke stood on the outer perimeter of the soul tool testing area in the center of the laboratory, while Xu Zihuang and Zi Mu were inside the testing area.

Since Wang Shaojie withdrew from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, Xuan Ziwen's student body has returned to four. The academy's higher-ups have not assigned Xuan Ziwen any further teaching duties.

The test area was spacious. Xu Zihuang and Zimu stood facing each other, about fifty meters apart.

Zi Mu held a fiery red soul-guided longsword, infusing it with soul power, which faintly emitted a scorching aura. Unlike Shark Tooth, a top-tier level-six soul-guided weapon crafted by Xu Zihuang, the soul-guided longsword in Zi Mu's hand was a rapier, and only a level-five melee soul-guided weapon.

Xu Zihuang's left hand hung naturally at his side, holding an exquisite silver bow. Under the illumination of the soul-guiding lamp, it reflected a strong brilliance, just like the fur of the thousand-year-old silver wolf, extremely dazzling.

The bowstring was also silver-white. There were no extravagant or useless decorations.

It was the level-five soul tool he had created during this period, the Wind-Breaking Bow.

Xu Zihuang held a golden spiral arrow in his right hand. While crafting the Wind-Breaking Bow, he also made several Thunderfire Arrows.

Including the one in his hand, there are ten in total.

The silver wind-breaking bow and the golden thunderbolt arrow complemented each other beautifully. Xu Zihuang, who wielded them, possessed extraordinary handsome features and an ethereal, noble elegance. Standing there, he was like a figure from a painting.

Without comparison, there is no harm. The purple wood, which used to have a very good appearance, is destined to have a dull and lackluster ending next to Xu Zihuang.

"This guy is so good-looking. His skin is even better than yours, Orange Sister. I don't know how he got it." Keke had exclaimed this countless times, her tone full of envy.

"It's a pity I don't have a younger sister, otherwise I would definitely introduce her to him."

Orange chuckled and whispered teasingly in Keke's ear.

"It's okay. People always say that a woman five years older than you is like an old mother, right? If you take the initiative, you might still have a chance."

"Pah, pah, pah! You're the old mother!" Keke retorted immediately, her pretty face slightly flushed and a little annoyed.

Normally, given her carefree personality, she wouldn't have reacted so strongly. But what could she do when Orange's words struck a chord with her true feelings?

Of course, she could not admit that she had actually seriously considered this matter.

For some unknown reason, a hint of mockery flashed in Keke's eyes.

"Sister Orange, you're only a few months older than me. No matter how you look at it, you have a better chance than me. His Golden Eye Martial Soul can even observe the subtle changes in rare metals, so mastering the heat and seasonings in cooking is a piece of cake for him. Maybe he's even the dream lover of someone with your strength as the world's number one chef."

"Don't talk nonsense." Orange couldn't help but scoff, but her delicate, jade-like cheeks, like Keke's, had two charming blushes.

Just then, Xuan Ziwen's voice interrupted their conversation.

"The full capabilities of a soul tool can only be demonstrated in actual combat. After I call 'start,' Tianhuang and Zimu, you can go all out. I will take care of the details." As he said this, a hint of helplessness appeared on Xuan Ziwen's face.

"Tianhuang, you are prohibited from using your soul skills during the sparring session."

For some special reason, Mingde Hall has been searching for powerful spirit-attribute soul masters. As a result, Xuan Ziwen has also gained some understanding of spirit-attribute soul skills.

Spirit-attribute soul skills are known for their unpredictability and are therefore the most difficult to defend against. If Yu Tianhuang were to use a soul skill, a soul master like Zi Mu, who relies on drugs to enhance his cultivation, has a mediocre martial soul quality, and lacks sufficient foundation, would inevitably be unable to withstand it. This would deviate from the original purpose of testing the power of the Wind-Breaking Bow and Thunder Arrow.

"Yes," Xu Zihuang replied.

Zi Mu nodded. Although he longed for a fair and square duel with Yu Tianhuang, he possessed a superior quality that Wang Shaojie lacked: the ability to see reality clearly.

"Let's begin." Xuan Ziwen wasted no more time. At his command, Xu Zihuang and Zimu moved simultaneously.

Zimu was the first to make a move.

With the aid of two level-four propulsion soul tools at his legs, he suddenly transformed into a blur as he approached Xu Zihuang. His speed was comparable to that of other agility-type soul masters of the same level.

Two yellow and three purple spirit rings pulsed rapidly around him, flashing in succession. With each spirit ring that shone, his aura surged upwards.

Like most melee Soul Masters, the five Soul Ring skills he acquired were all used to enhance his physical abilities and Soul Power.

Xu Zihuang's response was simple. He merely nocked an arrow, his golden eyes gleaming, especially the markings around his pupils, which appeared exceptionally bright.

No matter how fast Zimu was moving, under his dynamic vision, it was as slow as a tortoise.

The silver Windbreaker bow was drawn to its full extent, and a ray of azure light extended from the bowstring to both sides. Almost instantly, the originally bright silver Windbreaker bow was transformed into a translucent azure, and this azure light also spread along the bowstring to cover the Thunderfire Arrow.

The arrow was fired, but strangely, it didn't make a sound like it was cutting through the air. Even though the lightning arrow was accelerated a second time by the internal core array, the lightning and flames were all enveloped in that layer of cyan light, without a trace spilling out.

All sounds and breaths seemed to be shut out.

Zi Mu's pupils suddenly contracted. He was clearly moving at high speed, but it was as if Yu Tianhuang had predicted his trajectory beforehand, and the arrow was precisely in his path. Moreover, the arrow's speed was astonishing.

He didn't have time to change direction and avoid the arrow.

Driven by his fighting instincts, he swung his red soul-guided rapier unconsciously, creating three distinct deep red sword flowers in the air. Like blooming lotus flowers, they overlapped one another.

However, the three sword flowers were instantly pierced and shattered by the arrow, which then continued straight towards Zi Mu's brow without the slightest pause.

The white protective shield that rose from beneath the purple wood continued to shatter; it was a level-five soul-guided shield.

The sudden change caught Xuan Ziwen off guard.

Keke covered her red lips, her expression shifting.

Zi Mu was, after all, her classmate, and being kind-hearted, she certainly didn't want him to die here.

But Ju Zi's gaze suddenly shifted to Xu Zihuang's indifferent, golden eyes, which once again reminded her of that scene from six years ago.

The sound of Xu Zihuang using his soul skill next, which resembled the condensation of ice crystals, was also extremely familiar to her.

At the critical moment, strange dark red ripples silently enveloped the entire area. The lightning rocket, containing violent lightning, scorching flames, and cyan light, was suddenly encased in a layer of sharply angled dark red crystal, losing all its power.

The crystal landed with a series of crisp clinking sounds. Xuan Ziwen, Ju Zi, and Ke Ke then seemed to wake from a dream.

Having experienced the terrifying power of the Thunder Rocket up close, Zi Mu's face turned deathly pale. He looked at Xu Zihuang opposite him with a complicated expression.

"I never imagined that the Thunderfire Arrow, when paired with your Wind-Breaking Bow, would possess power surpassing the level of most ranged level six soul tools. Its speed even exceeds that of soul-guided rays. Moreover, the azure light it emits also isolates sound and aura. I must admit, Tianhuang, your design is extremely creative. I think the only drawback is its attack range. However, its penetrating power against single targets more than makes up for this deficiency. It can easily break through the level five soul-guided shield of the Purple Wood, making it difficult for Soul King-level Soul Masters, and even Soul Kings with defensive martial souls, to withstand it."

Xuan Ziwen exclaimed in amazement.

Yu Tianhuang brought him another huge surprise.

A Soul Master with spiritual attributes, and possessing exceptional spirituality at the Soul Guidance level. Such a talent is truly born for Soul Guidance Devices.

Xuan Ziwen calmed himself down a bit and continued to ask, "By the way, Tianhuang, how did you lock onto the purple wood just now?"

"Teacher Xuan, that's the innate ability of my Golden Eye Martial Soul," Xu Zihuang gave a vague answer. He then approached Zi Mu, and with a thought, the dark red crystal reflecting a magnificent halo shattered. Holding the Wind-Breaking Bow and Thunder Arrow, he walked towards Xuan Ziwen, Ju Zi, and Ke Ke.

Zi Mu stared at Xu Zihuang with a bitter expression.

Xuan Ziwen didn't press the matter further; the secrets of a martial soul are absolute taboos for any soul master. Yu Tianhuang's willingness to reveal these things was quite frank.

But an idea still kept popping into his mind.

If Yu Tianhuang's ability could be used to calibrate the fixed-mount soul-guided cannon, it would be nothing short of a killing machine born for war.

However, none of these things concerned him. What he cared about and pursued was how to make powerful soul tools available to ordinary people.

As soon as Xu Zihuang arrived at the edge of the soul tool testing area, Keke couldn't hold back any longer and quickly came to Xu Zihuang.

"Hey, Tianhuang, could I play with your Wind-Breaking Bow and Thunder Arrow?"

To be honest, she never expected that the two soul tools created by Yu Tianhuang could possess such terrifying power when combined.

"Senior Keke, please go ahead." Xu Zihuang happily handed the package to Keke.

Keke, eager to try it out, took the Wind-Breaking Bow and Thunder Rocket and walked over to Zimu, excitedly saying...

"Zimu, move aside. Be careful not to accidentally hurt yourself."

Zi Mu was clearly traumatized by Xu Zihuang's lightning rocket. The usually composed man quickly and somewhat awkwardly left the soul tool testing area.

Watching Keke use the Wind-Breaking Bow and the Thunderfire Arrow, Xu Zihuang explained to Xuan Ziwen beside him: "Although the Thunderfire Arrow can be charged in advance, using the Wind-Breaking Bow still consumes soul power, and the soul power consumption is not small."

Keke quickly realized this. Shooting an arrow consumed more than a tenth of her soul power, and what was most difficult to bear was that her arrow missed the target drastically. It almost hit the soul-guiding lamp on the ceiling.