Within the Body Sect, blood and soul power soared into the sky. The former solemn hall was now filled with an inexpressible, majestic aura of blood and brilliant golden light. At the center, Chen Yi stood tall and straight, his entire body wrapped in a condensed golden radiance, as if his very breath was resonating with this ancient hall and the world itself.
Chen Yi, who had just completed his second awakening, was still exploring and mastering this golden-level power. Yet, the radiant energy he accidentally released shocked every powerhouse present in the hall.
Ghost Douluo stood quietly beneath the shadow of a coiled dragon pillar. His eyes, hidden in darkness all year round, now stared intently at Chen Yi through the golden glow. On Gui Mei's face, an expression of shock could not be concealed.
Having entered the Body Sect under the title of Douluo, Gui Mei had, in just a few days, gained preliminary insight into many of the sect's core secrets—especially the second awakening system of body martial souls, known as "Celestial Ascension." Not long ago, he had paid a significant price to complete the second awakening of his Ghost Martial Soul, greatly enhancing his strength and experiencing the qualitative leap this awakening brought.
Because of this, he understood even more clearly how terrifying the talent and potential symbolized by the golden light of Chen Yi's awakening was. He had heard from many sect elders that the golden-level awakening was a legendary realm. In the long history of the Body Sect, only Sect Master Chu Sanhe had ever reached such a level during his third awakening. It was precisely this ultimate power that allowed Chu Sanhe to face the invincible 99th-level Douluo of the world with unwavering confidence.
Yet Chen Yi had already entered this legendary domain at his second awakening. This was no longer a matter of mere genius—it was the posture of someone destined to lead an entire era!
"Is this the capital of the gods?"
Chen Yi gazed at the ever-deepening, ever-weightier golden light around him. The usually stoic Chu Sanhe now revealed an uncontrollable pride and relief in his eyes. His broad palm subconsciously gripped his seat's armrest as waves of emotion surged in his chest:
"A golden-level second awakening... May the blessings of the gods be upon my Body Sect! This child will surely raise our sect to the very top of the continent and usher in an unprecedented age of prosperity. A new beginning!"
Chu Sanhe's gaze swept slowly over the sect's core members. As he looked at their faces—whether excited, awestruck, or filled with anticipation—a determination stronger than ever before welled up in his heart.
After so many years in slumber, and with all the resources we've accumulated, the time has finally come... It's time for the name of the Body Sect to resound throughout the entire Soul Master world with newfound strength.
Chu Sanhe slowly stood up. He didn't deliberately release his aura, but the invisible pressure belonging to a top-tier powerhouse spread out naturally, and the whole hall instantly fell silent. All eyes focused on this pillar of the sect.
"Zhu Changyou! Gao Zhan! Gao Wen!" Chu Sanhe's voice wasn't loud, but it carried a strange magical power and unmistakable authority, ringing clearly in everyone's ears.
"Here, Sect Master!" The three responded at once, their breaths steady and heavy. Having reached the realm of Soul Saints, they strode forward.
Chu Sanhe's gaze swept the audience like lightning before his voice rang out like a great bell, echoing through the hall that symbolized the sect's glory:
"I, Chu Sanhe, Sect Master of the Body Sect, Body Douluo, hereby, in the name of Body, proclaim the following decree to the entire Douluo Continent Soul Master world, the Soul Skill Transformation!"
The words had barely left his mouth when the entire hall fell into a brief silence, soon followed by uncontrollable excitement and commotion. Everyone's eyes burned with fervor.
Such a move required unparalleled power, enough influence to convince all Soul Masters, and the great spirit to establish new rules. Throughout history, every initiator of a successful 'soul skill transformation' was among the brightest and most powerful of their era.
Now, the Body Sect was taking the lead under its own name—an announcement both direct and dominant, declaring to the continent that the Body Sect had the right to make rules and lead the times.
Amid expectant gazes, Chu Sanhe's voice remained calm and powerful, as if stating an undisputed truth:
"On Douluo Continent, the battle styles of Soul Masters today are divided into soul skills and self-created skills. Yet the titles are vague, the definitions unclear, and the system complex—unsuitable for inheritance and development."
He paused to let everyone absorb this, then declared:
"From today onward, all Soul Masters are to comprehend and create their own battle techniques. Collectively, these shall be called Battle Skills!"
"Among them, those with clear inheritability, a systematic structure, unique cultivation methods, and core secrets—these self-created soul skills—shall be given the honorary title: Secret Arts!"
"From now on, the Soul Master world shall use these clear and standardized titles as the basis!"
With this one statement, the world was shaken. From now on, the generic term "self-created soul skill" would be replaced, and only "Battle Skills" and "Secret Arts"—each with distinct layers and meanings—would remain.
The Body Sect had not only proposed this new naming convention but, with their current flourishing power and growing influence, this new system would soon be known, accepted, and used by more and more Soul Masters.
As the initiators and leaders of this change, the Body Sect would gain a massive advantage in the struggle for "discourse power" in the Soul Master world, and their influence would permeate the very core of cultivation.
"Obey the sect's decree!" Zhu Changyou, Gao Zhan, and Gao Wen were so excited their faces flushed, and they replied in unison. Knowing the significance of this order, they quickly led their elite disciples out of the hall to spread the news that would soon shake the continent.
Within the main hall, excitement surged like a tidal wave, and it took a long time for everyone to calm down. Chu Sanhe leaned back in his seat, his gaze deep and thoughtful, remaining silent for a long while. Once everyone had finally settled, he waved his sleeve.
"Buzz—!" An invisible yet majestic force instantly enveloped the entire Archive Pavilion. The heavy doors quietly closed, ancient runes on the walls and dome began to glow, and a faint light completely isolated the inside from the outside.
Everyone was briefly stunned, then quickly filled with awe. The previously somewhat restless atmosphere became solemn and dignified in an instant.
They all knew—the Sect Master was about to begin a major event, one that concerned the fate of the sect itself.
Chu Sanhe's gaze swept over everyone. Those who could remain here at this moment were the true core and backbone of the Body Sect—the most elite force of the sect.
Ten titled Douluo with various martial souls—the Body, Brain, Jade Skin, Terror Arm, Golden Body, Dragon Fist, Fierce Blood, Spirit, Soul, Ghost—and Xie Xiaoqing, who was rapidly growing with the unprecedented potential of triple golden awakenings, as well as Chen Yi, who had just completed a second golden awakening and represented the sect's future.
It could be said that the most outstanding and powerful figures in the history of the Body Sect were all gathered here, united for a common goal: to reinvent the sect and create a plan that would look down upon the ages.
Chu Sanhe looked at these determined and wise faces, taking a deep breath. His voice, as deep as ten thousand years of mysterious ice but burning with resolve, resounded through the sealed hall:
"Everyone!"
"Our Body Sect boasts a long and profound heritage and is the world's most formidable combat sect—but it is also easy to mix and difficult to master!"
His eyes blazed like torches, igniting passion in everyone's hearts:
"Today, the time, place, and people are all ready!"
"I will gather the wisdom of my entire sect, collect the essence from past dynasties, weed out the inferior, and preserve the best, uniting all into one!"
His voice suddenly rose, filled with groundbreaking determination and authority:
"I will found the unique and unrivaled Secret Art of our Body Sect, one that can be passed down for generations!"
"Its name shall be—The Innate Secret Method!"
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