Capítulo 189: The Challenge of the Dragon God’s Soul

The Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword had always been a legend, an ethereal object whose power defied comprehension. It was known to be the most powerful weapon among the Seven Heavenly Profound Treasures, a weapon whose very existence seemed to blur the lines between myth and reality.

Raja who already know the details of the Sword just acted ignorant in front of the Dragon.

In the hands of a mortal, the sword could slay gods and destroy the heavens. It was a weapon of unimaginable destruction, capable of altering the course of fate itself. Raja, although no stranger to powerful artifacts, felt a deep sense of awe when he reflected on the sheer force contained within the Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword. He had experienced the strength of the Sky Poison Pearl, one of the Seven Heavenly Profound Treasures, in his own hands. Despite his relatively average strength, the Sky Poison Pearl had granted him the power to rampage across the Azure Cloud Continent, a force capable of overwhelming even the strongest of foes. However, the Sky Poison Pearl was not a weapon of destruction; its power lay in its ability to poison and corrupt. In comparison, the Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword was on an entirely different level.

Raja's thoughts lingered on the power of the sword and the vastness of its potential. It was a force capable of transcending all boundaries. If the Sky Poison Pearl had made him a force to be reckoned with, what would the Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword make him?

"Why does the Primordial Azure Dragon want me to find this sword?" Raja asked, his voice tinged with disbelief and wonder. He had already encountered the Primordial Azure Dragon's power before, but this was something else entirely. The thought of wielding the Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword, of unsealing its power, was both daunting and awe-inspiring.

The voice of the Primordial Azure Dragon echoed in his mind, but there was a distinct sadness in its tone. "My daughter is sealed within the sword," the dragon revealed. "Her body and spirit are trapped, bound by a curse that can only be broken when the sword is freed."

Raja maintained silent by the revelation. Jasmine, who was also present, stared at Dragon in shock, her expression one of disbelief and confusion. She had never heard of the dragon's daughter before, and now, learning of her existence within the sword, she too felt a deep sense of awe and pity.

The Primordial Azure Dragon's voice grew more solemn as it continued, "I have waited for centuries, hoping that someone would find the Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword. But I fear what might happen if it falls into the wrong hands. My daughter is the last of the pure bloodline of the Dragon God. Her potential is vast—she is a powerful weapon, one that could change the fate of the entire universe. But I cannot let that power fall into the wrong hands."

Raja listened intently, understanding the weight of the dragon's words. The sword, the key to releasing the dragon's daughter, was not only a weapon of untold power—it was also a symbol of the last hope for a father's lost child. The Primordial Azure Dragon was torn between his desire to free his daughter from her eternal suffering and the fear that someone evil might use the sword to unseal her, turning her into a weapon of destruction.

"If you ever enter the Realm of the Gods," the dragon continued, "I ask that you find the sword. If you never leave the Blue Wind Empire, then forget about it. But I have faith in you, Raja. Jasmine's life is connected to yours. Her potential is tied to you, and if you succeed, you may find a way into the divine realm."

Raja was deeply moved by the dragon's words. He could feel the weight of the promise the dragon was asking of him. He had seen Jasmine's strength and knew that her fate was intertwined with his. He also knew that this was not a request made lightly—it was a father's last wish.

"I will remember what you have said," Raja promised sincerely. "If I ever find the Heaven Punishing Ancestral Sword, I will find a way to break the seal and free your daughter."

The dragon's voice softened, a note of gratitude in its words. "Thank you, Raja. You have my deepest gratitude. But before I pass from this world, I have one last gift to offer you."

Raja's heart skipped a beat as the Primordial Azure Dragon continued, "I will grant you the Dragon God Marrow and Dragon God Soul—two powers of my lineage. If you are to face the trials ahead, you will need all the strength you can muster."

The Dragon God Marrow and Dragon God Soul were legendary items, the very essence of the Dragon God's power. Raja had heard of them, but to receive them as a gift, to wield them himself, was a dream come true. He felt the immense weight of the dragon's words and knew that this was no ordinary boon.

"Relax," the Primordial Azure Dragon's voice instructed. "Let go of your mental and physical defenses. The infusion of power begins now."

As the dragon's words resonated in his mind, Raja could feel a powerful energy begin to swirl around him. The air grew thick with an ethereal presence, and he could see a crystal glowing before him, its light shining like a distant star. The crystal cracked open, releasing a wave of energy so immense that it felt as though the very fabric of the universe itself had been torn open. Raja was flooded with a sense of overwhelming power, and he was transported into a vast starry sky. The sensation of closeness and distance both overwhelmed him.

The Dragon God Marrow and Dragon God Soul were now entering his body, merging with his very being. The process was not one of simple infusion; it was a test, a challenge that would push Raja to his limits. The Primordial Azure Dragon had initially planned to grant them separately, but now, he had changed his mind. He would allow Raja to complete the fusion himself.

"This will test your strength, your willpower," the dragon's voice echoed. "The Dragon God's Soul could allow you to open the Dragon Soul Domain—a legendary ability feared by all beings in the universe."

The moment the energy entered Raja's body, he felt a searing pain, as though he were being skewered by a thousand needles. His body trembled violently as the energy flowed through his veins, filling him with a power he could scarcely comprehend. The pain was unbearable, and his soul quaked in fear as the overwhelming presence of the Dragon God pressed upon him. It felt as though the entire sky had entered him, suffocating him with its weight.

The Dragon God Marrow began to burn through Raja's bones, its power enhancing his physical attributes, making him feel stronger than ever before. But the pain was far from over. The Dragon God Soul was a far more difficult force to merge with. His soul was compared to an ocean, vast and deep, yet the Dragon God's Soul was like ancient ice being dropped into it, freezing everything in its wake. Raja's body trembled under the pressure, but it was his soul that was truly being tested.

Visions flooded his mind. He saw a vast starry sky stretching beyond the horizon, and in the distance, a massive azure dragon appeared. The dragon's form was so immense that it dwarfed the entire sky. Its roar shook the heavens, destroying entire stars with its force. The power of the Dragon God was terrifying beyond belief.

Raja realized that the power he was facing was not just a legend—it was a divine presence. The soul of the Dragon God distorted space itself, making him feel insignificant and powerless in comparison. This was a force far beyond the realms of ordinary power, and Raja knew that he was facing a challenge unlike any other.

The presence of the dragon pushed against Raja's soul, threatening to crush him under its weight. The overwhelming pressure was suffocating, and Raja felt as though the very world was collapsing upon him. Yet, despite the fear and the pressure, Raja refused to back down.

He clenched his fists, his will burning with an unyielding resolve. "I will make this soul submit to me," he declared fiercely. "No matter the cost, I will make it mine." and Released his King's Haki.

With that, Raja charged forward, pushing against the immense power that threatened to crush him. His soul stirred, no longer passive, but actively fighting for control. The battle was far from over, and Raja's will was the only thing that could guide him through this trial.

The Azure Dragon's massive form descended upon him, its mouth opening wide, preparing to engulf him in darkness. This moment marked the beginning of Raja's mental and spiritual trial. The world around him went dark as the dragon's soul crashed into his mind, its power threatening to overwhelm him completely.

Raja's mind reeled from the shock, his mental defenses shattered by the sheer force of the Dragon God's soul. He had prepared for this moment, but no amount of preparation could have prepared him for the intensity of the pressure he was under. His mental state felt fragile, like a fragile boat tossed in a storm, at the mercy of the dragon's soul.

Despite his efforts, Raja found himself unable to merge with the soul. He had hoped that his strength would be enough, that his willpower could carry him through this trial. But the reality was far worse than he had imagined. The Dragon God's soul was far beyond his capacity to control, and Raja found himself powerless to withstand its force.

His body trembled under the weight of the energy coursing through him. His chest shuddered, and he heard the sound of bones cracking as the power of the Dragon God's Marrow began to overpower his resistance. Raja's complexion grew pale, and he felt his energy waning. Despite his immense strength and willpower, he was on the brink of collapse. Both his body and mind were nearing their limits.

The Primordial Azure Dragon, watching from afar, realized the mistake it had made. It had underestimated Raja's capacity to withstand the soul's power. Despite his impressive abilities, the dragon wondered if there was a latent divine soul within Raja—a soul that had allowed him to endure the overwhelming pressure. The dragon pondered the miraculous nature of Raja's resistance and wondered if this was the key to Raja's success.

But for now, Raja could only struggle against the unimaginable force pressing down upon him, as he fought to claim control over the Dragon God's Soul using his Extreme Adaptability and Kings Haki in the process.