Soul Land IV (Douluo Dalu) : Ultimate Fighting-Chapter 1342 Sky Horse Battle Qi

The bloodline power and soul power within Lan Xuanyu’s body are actually separate, but the two can be combined. A powerful Soul Master must perfectly integrate soul power and bloodline power, and then harmonize them with Martial Soul and soul skills.

However, the Sky Horse Clan’s ability seems extremely pure, consisting solely of Sky Horse Battle Qi. This Battle Qi itself is a convergence of their spirit, essence, and energy. When they fight, the instantaneous explosion of energy creates an awe-inspiring sensation. Each collision leaves the protective cover trembling, showcasing relentless and fierce combat that yields no ground.

In such combat, momentum is undeniably crucial. If anyone harbors a shred of hesitation or cowardice, their opponent is likely to seize the opportunity to gain the upper hand.

From the current situation, it’s evident that the two sides are contending on an even playing field. But from Li Menglong’s words, it is clear he has great confidence in Deng Xu Tong.

The more Lan Xuanyu carefully observed, the more astonished he felt. The seemingly ferocious clashes of Sky Horse Battle Qi revealed intricate techniques, especially the precise control of Battle Qi at the moment of explosion—it was exceedingly refined.

At first glance, it seemed like raw energy collisions. However, upon closer examination, the subtle exchanges were quite extraordinary. Both sides were searching for openings in each other’s defenses, directing their own erupting Battle Qi toward those vulnerabilities while simultaneously shielding against incoming attacks.

This type of power control was truly ingenious! Observing closely, Lan Xuanyu couldn’t help but feel he had gained valuable insights.

Once cultivation reaches a certain level, many principles are interconnected. Learning from an opponent’s abilities often enables one’s own progress.

Lan Xuanyu had always been focused on accumulation, preparing for his future breakthrough to God Rank. No amount of preparation could be considered excessive, especially given that what he aimed to break through was the Dragon God’s bloodline. The tribulation he might face could far surpass anything imaginable, likely an incredibly fierce lightning tribulation.

The Future Newcomer Tournament this time was, for him, a chance to refine the cultivation he had been building and tempering over this period. His proposal for the martial competition today was, in itself, a way to impose pressure on himself, stimulating the release of more latent potential.

At that moment, a sudden "ding" resonated clearly. Lan Xuanyu instinctively turned his head to look, only to see that the payment barrel in front of his arena was surrounded by glowing light.

It was a peculiar glow, carrying a unique wave of energy. It was as if something was about to grow and flourish within it.

Given his formidable spiritual power, Lan Xuanyu immediately focused on the direction from which the contribution had come.

Still Li Menglong’s direction. Why was it him again? This thought subconsciously emerged in Lan Xuanyu’s mind.

Then he saw a young Sky Horse Clan member rise into the air from beside Li Menglong, flying toward the arena.

Li Menglong’s voice echoed in Lan Xuanyu’s ears once again: "Since no one dares to challenge Miss Lan, allow me to pave the way for everyone. It seems Miss Lan is quite interested in our Sky Horse Clan’s Sky Horse Battle Qi—perfect timing. You can personally experience it. This is my friend, Yu Wenliang."

Judging by how the youth had previously stood guard beside Li Menglong, he clearly appeared to be a protector. However, from Li Menglong’s words, he had been presented as a friend instead. This guy, quite the character!

Li Menglong’s maneuver to pave the way immediately diverted many spectators’ gazes from the sixth platform to the central focus of the first arena.

No one wanted to be the first to challenge Lan Xuanyu, knowing they likely stood no chance and wouldn’t want to squander their resources. Yet everyone hoped someone else would challenge first, allowing them to take advantage afterward. Now that someone had taken the initiative, it was naturally a welcome development.

Lan Xuanyu also welcomed the challenge. Though he hadn’t gone to inspect the contents of the payment barrel, he could sense that what had been placed into it was undoubtedly the Sky Nourishing Crystal Stone—only the extravagant Sky Horse Clan would dare to waste such a resource.

The Sky Horse youth, Yu Wenliang, landed onto the arena. Up close, seeing the two absolute beauties before him, his gaze momentarily faltered.

However, he quickly took a deep breath, his eyes regaining their focused determination.

"Golden Dragon Princess, Yu Wenliang challenges you."

Lan Xuanyu nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

In the next instant, Yu Wenliang’s eyes suddenly lit up. His body, much like earlier appearances of Deng Xu Tong and Wang Junjie, rapidly expanded, swelling to a height of four meters in no time. A suit of white armor enveloped his entire form, and blazing white Battle Qi erupted around him. His Sky Horse Battle Qi was the same color and attribute as Deng Xu Tong’s.

The light-attributed Sky Horse Battle Qi.

Lan Xuanyu, as a master of element control, was highly familiar with elemental waves. Now, without the protective cover obscuring him, he could sense the characteristics of Sky Horse Battle Qi more closely.

The light element contained within this Battle Qi differed from the light element found in nature. Simply put, it was like a mutated form of light. In an instant, Yu Wenliang’s entire being was assimilated with this light element—or rather, the light element had already become a part of him. Every fragment of the light element was burning, erupting. It bore some resemblance to Soul Masters igniting their bloodline power, yet the Sky Horse Battle Qi’s combustion appeared controllable, neither unconditional nor self-destructive. This was because it burned not of their own bodies but purely light elements. Moreover, this Sky Horse Battle Qi could autonomously absorb atmospheric light elements, altering them, thereby unleashing even stronger energy fluctuations.

In other words, if the opponent possessed the strength of Titled Douluo-level cultivation, then while their attacks might lack the diversity of soul skills, the simplicity equaled an output akin to burning Martial Soul itself—combat through pure, unadulterated energy, followed by ingenious control over that energy.

The Sky Horse Clan’s combat style was undoubtedly straightforward, yet it carried a unique sense of brute-force dominance that triumphed over intricacies.

Lan Xuanyu’s eyes narrowed slightly. Beside him, Bai Xiuxiu did not move forward with him but instead stepped further to the side. This was part of their pre-arranged strategy. If they wanted prolonged endurance during battle, alternating their participation was necessary, while intervening only when essential.

Yu Wenliang’s weapon was also a heavy sword. With a sudden roar, he gripped his massive four-meter-long sword with both hands, slid forward, and charged straight toward Lan Xuanyu. The heavy sword, imbued with concentrated Sky Horse Battle Qi, slashed downward fiercely without any flourish—direct and overwhelming.

Lan Xuanyu’s gaze remained calm. He stood motionless, watching as the colossal sword descended onto him.

The crowd of spectators gasped at this scene, their excitement rippling through the stands. How could he not block? It seemed as though the Golden Dragon Princess was about to be utterly engulfed by the radiant white Battle Qi.

"Clang—" A crisp clash rang out immediately.

White light silently dispersed, and the scene on the first arena became clear once more.

Stunned expressions appeared on the faces of all the spectators, including Li Menglong.

What had they just witnessed?

A single hand. Lan Xuanyu had raised her right hand, the palm covered with golden dragon scales, high above her head, firmly clutching the blade’s edge of the heavy sword.

Yes, she used no weapon—just her hand—to seize the mighty sword imbued with Sky Horse Battle Qi.

Had the Sky Horse Battle Qi erupted? Indeed, it had just exploded. Yet, when the Battle Qi erupted, Yu Wenliang felt an overwhelming, unshakable force emanate from the slender, delicate-looking palm.

An indescribable majesty burst forth into his Battle Qi. In the next instant, the mutated light elements that formed the core of his Battle Qi began dissipating dramatically. The Battle Qi couldn’t penetrate even a fraction of the opponent’s body. Meanwhile, a faint golden glow shimmered on Lan’s body, completely isolating the Sky Horse Battle Qi outside.