The ground beneath Chen Feng's feet trembled slightly. A profound and unfathomable black soul ring rose from beneath him, slowly rotating in the air with an ancient and mysterious power.
Chen Feng's arm seemed to be awakening a sleeping soul. As his right hand slowly rose, the pitch - black soul ring, like a summoned beast soul, spun, leaped, and merged around his hand, finally forming a perfect black halo.
As the void portal in front of the black halo gently opened, an extremely terrifying chill surged out from within. It seemed as if it could freeze time and space, awakening both fear and awe deep in one's soul.
Within this portal, a huge black dragon gradually emerged, noble and solemn. Its body was extremely magnificent, carrying an unshakable majesty.
The scales of the black dragon were like the dark - night refined steel tempered for a thousand years, airtight, devouring all the light around, depicting the symbols of fear and power to the extreme.
Even Dugu Bo, this experienced and renowned elder, felt a shock he had never felt before in the face of this power.
The image of the black dragon was reflected in his eyes, a mixture of amazement and disbelief.
Dugu Bo's heart was surging like a tempest. His gaze shifted between the black dragon summoned by Chen Feng and the mysteriously vanished Nine - Section Jade Snake.
The aura emanating from the black dragon was undoubtedly thicker and more mysterious than that of the Nine - Section Jade Snake. But what surprised Dugu Bo was that the deep eyes of the black dragon seemed to carry a green light similar to that of the Nine - Section Jade Snake. There seemed to be an indescribable connection between the two on some mysterious level.
In his memory, the Nine - Section Jade Snake was like a turquoise - green scenery line, silent yet occupying a place.
But now, it had disappeared without a trace, as if it had never appeared.
All these changes made the doubts and shock in Dugu Bo's heart even stronger.
As is well - known, the Nine - Section Jade Snake is a daunting existence in the soul - beast world. Its powerful vitality and terrifying toxicity make even a level - 70 Soul Sage have to keep their distance.
However, now such a soul beast comparable to a Soul Sage had disappeared without a sound, and this young soul master, Chen Feng, summoned a black dragon comparable to a divine beast under such incredible circumstances.
Was this really just a coincidence?
Could it be that in this short period of time, Chen Feng not only successfully defeated the Nine - Section Jade Snake that had experienced fifty - thousand years of training but also completely absorbed it and transformed it into his own soul ring and soul skill?
In the entire soul - master world, such a feat was unprecedented, enough to cause a huge stir and shock everyone.
There was no shadow of fear in Chen Feng's eyes, nor the arrogance of a victor. There was only a deep tranquility, as if he had long transcended the current dispute.
Under that calm gaze, Dugu Bo suddenly had an astonishing thought: he might really have underestimated this young soul master.
He thought to himself, "If Chen Feng really has fused the power of the fifty - thousand - year - old Nine - Section Jade Snake, presumably his strength should be around level 40 - something. Although a level like this can't directly break through my offensive, it definitely won't be fatally hit."
Just as he was making such inferences, the aura in the center of the battlefield became even more intense.
The two forces were like two ancient dragons vying for supremacy, fiercely tangling in the void.
The fist force that Dugu Bo unleashed with all his might collided with the black dragon summoned by Chen Feng. The resulting rumble was like thunder splitting the sky, and the surrounding space seemed to lose its color.
Dust and gravel flew everywhere, and the scene was in a chaotic state as if the end of the world had arrived.
As the wind and dust gradually subsided, Dugu Bo was astonished to see that Chen Feng had merely taken a few steps back. In the wind and dust, his eyes were still clear and calm.
Conversely, Dugu Bo himself just stood where he was, calming his shock.
Although he hadn't used his soul skills, it was still a full - force punch from a titled Douluo. Such a result was truly unexpected and challenged all his understanding of power.
In Duguyan's eyes, a wonderful luster was formed by the intertwined emotions of surprise and disbelief.
She stood aside, staring intently at Chen Feng in the center of the battlefield, witnessing all this.
In her eyes, Chen Feng's figure seemed to become taller and brighter at that moment, like a solitary star shining brightly in the dark night sky, attracting attention.
The scene in front of her filled Duguyan's heart with an indescribable sense of pride and joy.
In her mind, Chen Feng was already an outstanding hero. Facing her inviolable grandfather, Dugu Bo, a titled Douluo famous in the soul - master world, Chen Feng was not afraid and could even resist him.
This strength and courage made Duguyan feel extremely proud and happy about Chen Feng.
The light shining in her eyes seemed to be telling a story, as if emphasizing in every twinkle:
"Look, that's the hero in my heart. No matter how big the challenges and difficulties are, he can move forward bravely and never back down."
"Thank you, senior, for showing mercy," Chen Feng said calmly.
Dugu Bo's gaze at Chen Feng became even deeper. His eyes were full of exploration and curiosity. That calm expression with a bit of mystery seemed to be trying to uncover every secret of Chen Feng.
"You're quite capable, kid. Did you really absorb that Nine - Section Jade Snake?"
"Yes."
Chen Feng's concise answer, though simple, surprised Dugu Bo a bit.
As a legendary figure in the soul - master world, he himself dared to challenge a fifty - thousand - year soul ring only when he reached level 70. However, this young soul master in front of him, at just level 40, had already taken this big step. This courage and potential were indeed remarkable.
The younger generation is really formidable!
Dugu Bo's gaze shifted back and forth between Chen Feng and Duguyan. Looking at the tenderness and tacit understanding revealed in their eye - contact, although he felt a bit mixed - up, he gradually understood something.
In his opinion, although Chen Feng was skilled in martial arts, he was an outsider after all. His precious granddaughter was in love with him, and as a grandfather, he naturally felt a bit uncomfortable.
"Chen Feng, did you force Yanzi?" At the moment, Dugu Bo's tone carried a hint of accusatory chill.
Just as Chen Feng was about to respond with a firm gaze and sincere tone, Duguyan's voice, like a warm spring breeze, interrupted him. Her soft voice echoed in the air.
"No, grandpa, I was willing."
These few short words were like sunlight on the glacier, melting some of the frost in Dugu Bo's heart.
His brows furrowed tightly, and a hint of helplessness appeared at the corner of his mouth.
"Sigh, my granddaughter really makes me worried and hard to let go."
Dugu Bo's sigh carried endless doting and helplessness.
"Grandpa, don't be angry. Chen Feng cured my poison," Duguyan softly comforted, with a pleading look in her clear eyes.