Chapitre 68: Chapter 68: Zhou Yi Takes on the Entire World
Slap!
At this moment, the sound of metaphorical face-slapping echoed in everyone's minds.
A literal slap in the face!
Their faces were metaphorically swollen from the blow.
The great Consecration of Spirit Hall, Qian Daoliu—a Rank 99 Pinnacle Douluo, a figure hailed as the apex of the Soul Master world and proclaimed invincible under the heavens—was taken down in a single punch.
The crowd was petrified, their expressions frozen in shock.
They couldn't believe their eyes.
Was this the power of martial arts?
It was like a cow soaring into the heavens—absolutely unbelievable!
Zhou Yi's displayed defense was more terrifying than that of a defense-type Soul Master.
His exhibited strength surpassed that of a power-type Soul Master; the blackened circles on Qian Daoliu's face spoke volumes.
His speed outclassed even agility-type Soul Masters, leaving the Rank 99 Qian Daoliu unable to react in time.
Qian Daoliu: Am I a measuring stick now?
With unbreakable defense, overwhelming strength, and unparalleled speed, Zhou Yi was simply flawless.
And that was just what he had shown.
There were undoubtedly countless other abilities he had yet to reveal.
Not to mention, Zhou Yi hadn't even used his martial soul or soul skills.
It was terrifying.
Utterly horrifying.
It felt as though he was invincible beneath the heavens.
"Father!"
"Great Consecration!"
Qian Xunji, Yue Guan, Gui Mei, and the others were the first to recover from their shock. They rushed to Qian Daoliu's side, helping him up.
"Father, are you all right?"
"I'm fine!"
Qian Daoliu waved them off. After all, he was a Rank 99 Pinnacle Douluo, highly resilient to damage.
Besides, Zhou Yi had only casually thrown that punch.
He hadn't even used his full strength.
And yet, he had fallen.
"Young friend, your mastery of martial arts is truly divine. This old man has witnessed something extraordinary today," Qian Daoliu said, his tone tinged with irritation.
One does not strike another's face.
And yet, Zhou Yi had landed a direct punch to his.
Though anger simmered within him, Qian Daoliu refrained from showing it.
After all, if things escalated further, tearing down their mutual respect and engaging in a full-blown fight, he would only end up in a more humiliating position.
Even with his soul bones and soul skills left unused, he knew Zhou Yi hadn't even activated his martial soul or used his unparalleled swordsmanship.
Even if he fought with all his might, he would likely lose.
"Great Consecration, you flatter me!" Zhou Yi replied with a faint smile, adding, "As it happens, I am also skilled in healing techniques. Why don't I treat you, Great Consecration?"
Qian Daoliu initially wanted to decline, but curiosity about Zhou Yi's healing abilities won him over. "Then I'll trouble you, young friend."
"It's no trouble at all," Zhou Yi said.
He channeled his Sacred Heart True Qi and healed Qian Daoliu's panda-like black eyes from a distance. The bruises quickly faded, restoring him to normal in the blink of an eye.
His healing ability rivaled that of a top-tier healing-type Soul Master.
"This young man can actually heal too? But is this healing technique a martial skill he developed himself, or is it an inherent effect of his martial arts true qi?" Qian Daoliu wondered, though he couldn't discern the answer with certainty.
The surrounding Soul Masters, however, were in an uproar.
"My heavens, this martial arts system is far too versatile!"
"Indeed! His defense surpasses defense-type Soul Masters, his speed exceeds agility-types, his strength outmatches power-types, and now he's proficient in healing, rivaling healing-type Soul Masters. Is there anything he can't do?"
Have children!
"Terrifying!"
Countless Soul Masters now gazed at Zhou Yi with blazing admiration.
It was evident that after today, the power structure of the continent's strongest would shift entirely.
The former dual dominance of Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu would now transform into a hierarchy: one supreme figure—Zhou Yi—and two lesser powers, Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu.
The people of Sea God Island, led by Bo Saixi, were not included in this reckoning.
Today, Zhou Yi had ascended to the summit by stepping on Qian Daoliu's reputation.
He was now hailed as the continent's strongest individual.
An undisputed title.
Taking down Qian Daoliu in one punch.
Even if Tang Chen hadn't fought Zhou Yi yet, it was almost certain he wouldn't be a match.
"Young friend, was that golden-bell-shaped barrier you used earlier one of your self-created martial techniques?" Qian Daoliu asked, setting aside his curiosity about Zhou Yi's healing and instead focusing on the terrifyingly powerful defensive shield.
Even he couldn't break through it.
What a terrifying martial technique.
It was hard to believe that this was something self-created.
Qian Xunji, Ghost Douluo, Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan, Yu Yuanzhen, Ning Fengzhi, and all the other Soul Masters present pricked up their ears, clearly intrigued.
"That technique is called the Golden Bell Shield. To be precise, it's a body refinement cultivation method that integrates both internal and external training."
"Body refinement that integrates internal and external training?"
Qian Daoliu frowned slightly and asked, "How is that different from martial techniques?"
"Martial techniques are akin to soul skills; they allow us to harness and unleash the power we possess," Zhou Yi explained. "In contrast, cultivation methods are the means of generating power, akin to the meditation techniques Soul Masters use to cultivate their Soul Power."
His explanation enlightened everyone present.
However, they were still puzzled about the idea of internal and external body refinement. Could there be other types of cultivation methods as well?
Seeing their confusion, Zhou Yi elaborated further:
"Cultivation methods can be categorized into internal and external methods. Internal cultivation refines martial energy, much like how meditation techniques cultivate Soul Power."
"External cultivation, on the other hand, focuses on refining the physical body, enabling it to become as powerful as that of defense-type or strength-type Soul Masters!"
"My Golden Bell Shield consists of twelve stages. Upon mastering it to perfection, one can achieve a Vajra Body, impervious to water and fire, immune to all poisons, and capable of enduring without sleep or rest. Furthermore, the power it generates is inexhaustible. In other words, I can maintain peak condition and fight until my lifespan naturally runs out!"
As his words fell, the entire venue descended into silence.
Everyone's eyes widened in disbelief.
Their first reaction was skepticism.
Impossible.
Absolutely impossible.
Could such a feat still be considered human?
Even a god wouldn't be able to fight endlessly without rest, would they?
"Your claim seems rather exaggerated, don't you think?" Qian Daoliu's tone was laced with doubt. To him, Zhou Yi's words felt like an attempt to intimidate them.
"I'm merely stating a fact. Whether you believe it or not is up to you, but don't say I didn't warn you." Zhou Yi cast a meaningful glance at Qian Daoliu, his gaze then sweeping across the likes of Emperor Xue Ye, Emperor Dai Jinba, and other prominent figures in attendance.
The power Zhou Yi had displayed that day, combined with his intention to establish a sect, posed a significant threat to the major empires and Spirit Hall alike.
By revealing the capabilities of the Golden Bell Shield, he hoped to instill fear in them.
If they chose to act recklessly, Zhou Yi would have no choice but to show them what it truly meant to face one man against a nation.
What it meant for one man to slaughter countless thousands.
In the Douluo Continent, even the most powerful Soul Masters expended significant energy during battles. Not even a Rank 99 Pinnacle Douluo like Qian Daoliu could single-handedly contend with an entire nation.
If restricted in movement and unable to break free, even the strongest could be overwhelmed by sheer numbers.
Thus, while Zhou Yi's power might surpass Qian Daoliu's, it was not enough to deter everyone present—especially when the stakes were high enough.
The room remained silent as everyone pondered Zhou Yi's words.
Zhou Yi continued, "Taking this opportunity today, I have some good news to share. I intend to establish a sect, the Martial Sect, to promote and spread martial cultivation!"
Boom!
The declaration was like a stone tossed into a calm lake, stirring up waves of shock.
Qian Daoliu, Tang Chen, Ning Fengzhi, Yu Yuanzhen, Emperor Xue Ye, Emperor Dai Jinba, and other leaders of great influence were visibly shaken.
When Zhou Yi had explained the power of the Golden Bell Shield, they had already suspected that he had a larger plan in mind. His display of strength was meant to intimidate them and force their caution.
And now, their suspicions were confirmed.
Zhou Yi was indeed making a bold move!
He was establishing a sect!
With the strength Zhou Yi had demonstrated, countless Soul Masters would undoubtedly flock to join his Martial Sect to learn martial cultivation.
After all, martial cultivation didn't conflict with the path of Soul Masters—in fact, it complemented it perfectly.
This made it far more appealing than Spirit Hall.
It was a direct threat to the foundation of Spirit Hall.
Furthermore, martial cultivation wasn't limited to Soul Masters. Even ordinary people without innate Soul Power could train in it.
This would ignite a fervor among the masses.
It was a threat to the very foundation of the empires.
The reason Spirit Hall hadn't yet dominated the continent was due to the scarcity of Soul Masters; they could still be overwhelmed by the vast armies of ordinary soldiers.
Thus, a delicate balance of power had been maintained between Spirit Hall and the two great empires.
But Zhou Yi's Martial Sect could attract not only large numbers of Soul Masters but also the countless ordinary people who couldn't become Soul Masters.
Given time...
The entire world could be practitioners of martial cultivation.
They would all be disciples of the Martial Sect.
They would all be followers of Zhou Yi.
With a single call to arms, Zhou Yi could change the heavens and remake the earth.
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