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"Weisi, you must end this quickly!" Dai Pojun said through gritted teeth. "Your mother and I can barely hold on!"
The two of them had started with only thirty percent of their soul power, and in just a few moments, another twenty percent had been consumed. They were on the verge of collapse.
Though their soul power was burning away at a frightening pace, the results were impressive. The Star Luo Holy Tiger, formed by Dai Weisi and his two partners, was holding its own in midair against Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo, showing no sign of being at a disadvantage.
With two Netherworld clones restraining Gui Mei, Dai Weisi poured his full strength into assaulting Yue Guan. One dazzling soul skill after another struck relentlessly, driving Yue Guan back and causing him to complain bitterly.
The only shortcoming was that his parents' soul power was draining too quickly. At this rate, it wouldn't be long before their reserves were completely exhausted.
"You still have me!"
At that moment, Tang Yuehua stepped forward. She quietly approached Dong Hui from behind, her slender, jade-like hands pressing gently against Dong Hui's back. Joining the emperor and empress, she also began channeling her soul power into Dong Hui's body.
"My cultivation may be weak, but Weisi is my husband. Even if I can only offer a small amount, I'll give everything I have to support him."
Hearing this, Zhu Yaqin's face blossomed into a warm, gentle smile. She chuckled softly. "Truly worthy of being my daughter-in-law. Yuehua, you will surely become a virtuous wife and good mother in the future."
Praised by her "mother-in-law," Tang Yuehua's cheeks flushed crimson. She lowered her head shyly, not daring to meet Zhu Yaqin's gaze.
"Now that I'm entrusting Weisi to you, I can rest easy. You two should hurry and give me grandchildren—I'm still waiting to hold one in my arms!"
Zhu Yaqin smiled faintly. Then, withdrawing her hands from Dong Hui's back, she lightly pinched her daughter-in-law's cheek, making Tang Yuehua even more embarrassed.
Her soul power was completely spent. With nothing left, she withdrew, allowing others to take her place.
"Husband, my soul power is gone. From here on, you and Yuehua will have to carry the burden."
"That's no problem for us," Dai Pojun replied, though his breathing was labored. His eyes lifted toward the Star Luo Holy Tiger locked in fierce combat against Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo, and his expression turned bitter. "The trouble is… our reserves won't last much longer either."
"Don't worry, I'm here too!"
Suddenly, the Third Elder, who had been clashing with Demon Bear Douluo, overheard Dai Pojun's words. With a loud shout, he leaped into the air and dashed straight toward Dong Hui.
Although he was a power-attack type Titled Douluo, his speed was astonishing. He shot forward like a storm wind, whistling across the battlefield.
"Girl, I just need to channel my soul power into you to support the Crown Prince, right?"
"That's right!" Dong Hui nodded quickly. "Any attribute will do, though gold-attribute soul power works best."
"No problem! Every soul ring on my Clear Sky Hammer comes from a gold-type soul beast. My Geng Metal power is the strongest among us five brothers. Hah!"
The Third Elder pressed his broad palms against Dong Hui's back and unleashed his power. In an instant, an immense torrent of pure, powerful soul energy surged into her body, making her tremble!
But at once, she activated her soul bone skill. The Geng Metal energy transformed into pure soul power, which flowed through her Waters of Supreme Goodness martial soul and into Dai Weisi and his two partners.
Now, not only Dai Weisi but also Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing were fully restored, brimming with power and ready for a prolonged battle.
"Third Elder, I truly thank you!" Dai Pojun said sincerely as he withdrew his hands, his own soul power now utterly drained.
"Haha, think nothing of it! That boy is Yuehua's beloved, after all. Besides, His Majesty led his army across a great distance to aid our Clear Sky Sect, and the Crown Prince himself has led by example, taking down three Titled Douluo. We of the Clear Sky Sect are not freeloaders! If the prince requires aid, then we will give it!"
"Well said!" shouted Tang Xiao, who was still locked in battle with Demon Bear Douluo. "Third Uncle, you focus on supplying the Crown Prince. This mangy bear is ours to handle!"
Even weakened, Tang Xiao was still a Rank 87 Battle Soul Douluo. With the might of the Clear Sky Hammer, the world's number one tool martial soul, his power still rivaled that of an ordinary Titled Douluo.
Combined with his self-created Slaughter Word Technique, he could no longer injure Demon Bear Douluo as grievously as before, but exchanging a few more blows was no problem.
Supported by the Second and Seventh Elders, the three of them pressed their assault on Demon Bear Douluo.
Though Demon Bear Douluo was monstrously strong and resilient, even he struggled against three Titled Douluo at once.
"Disciples of the Clear Sky Sect, hear my command!" Tang Xiao roared. "Immediately move to the Third Elder's side. Protect him and that girl! If the Third Elder's soul power is depleted, you will replace him at once. Do you understand?"
"We obey the Sect Master's decree!"
The disciples roared in unison, then swiftly disengaged from combat. They formed a protective circle around the Third Elder and Dong Hui, guarding them closely.
The moment the elder's power ran dry, they were ready to take his place.
These past days, Dai Weisi's actions had earned their full respect. They were willing to fight and bleed to protect him.
A just cause enjoys abundant support. That was surely the meaning of this moment.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
In the skies above, the clash of powers resounded without end!
"Ninth Soul Skill: Hell's Phantoms!"
A chilling roar thundered through the heavens. Gui Mei, after building up his strength, had suddenly unleashed his ninth soul skill!
From the ground erupted two colossal black hands, each hundreds of meters tall. They were accompanied by terrifying howls like the wails of damned spirits, and the sound pierced Dai Weisi's ears. For a moment, he felt as if he were hearing the cries of lost souls from hell itself.
The massive hands easily seized the two Netherworld clones. The clones unfurled their wings, soaring upward like meteors, but in the end, they were crushed into nothingness within the black claws.
"Hmph, Crown Prince, my old ghost has dealt with your two clones," Yue Guan sneered. "Now, you'll have to face the two of us together!"
Having been driven back again and again, Yue Guan's face twisted into a vicious grin. For days, he had been humiliated by Dai Weisi. He was a Titled Douluo, yet he was repeatedly forced into retreat by a Soul Sage. If word of this spread, he would become a laughingstock.
Dai Weisi laughed boldly. "Even if the two of you join forces, I will not show the slightest fear!"
"Arrogant brat! Watch how we finish—"
"Elder Chrysanthemum! Elder Chrysanthemum! This is an emergency!"
Just as Yue Guan prepared to strike the Star Luo Holy Tiger alongside Gui Mei, a speed-type Soul Douluo rushed in.
"Elder Chrysanthemum! The Star Luo Empire's army of three hundred thousand is attacking Spirit City! The city is in peril! By order of Her Holiness the Supreme Pontiff, you must immediately lead our forces back to defend it!"
"What did you say?" Yue Guan's expression changed drastically. He had always wondered why the Star Luo Empire had sent only thirty thousand troops to aid the Clear Sky Sect.
Now it was clear—the rest had marched straight for Spirit City.
"This is a handwritten decree from Her Holiness herself. Elder Chrysanthemum, you must return at once!"
Yue Guan took the letter, scanning it briefly. He looked back at the Star Luo Holy Tiger, weighing his options.
In the end, all his thoughts and frustrations condensed into a single sigh. "So be it. This battle cannot be won. Spirit Master forces, retreat with me! We return to defend Spirit City!"
(End of Chapter)