Place your hand here and feel the true power in your heart!
Xue Qinghe said, guiding Karna to awaken his martial soul in the Prince's Mansion.
Any soul master can awaken a martial soul, which is why the Spirit Hall conducts awakenings across Douluo Continent. To keep Karna's awakening private, Xue Qinghe chose a secluded spot.
Karna followed instructions, placing his pale hand on the martial soul awakening gem.
Wong!
A glowing circle appeared on the floor. A sudden gust swept through the windless room, and the gem's light lit up everything.
Amazing!
Xue Qinghe's eyes sparkled. Such a grand display meant Karna's martial soul was extraordinary.
The strong winds and bright light didn't block Xue Qinghe's view. Having experienced his own awakening, he watched Karna with growing excitement.
Karna's gaze remained calm, not cold but wise, as if he'd seen through the world yet chose to stay in it. He extended his right hand, and golden light shone from the back of it.
Turning his hand, the light stretched, forming a unique golden spear in his grip.
"This…" Xue Qinghe felt a thrill meeting Karna, as if they were destined to connect. Now, facing the spear, not just his body but his soul trembled. What a powerful martial soul!
Xue Qinghe couldn't help but marvel. This martial soul matched his own in quality—perhaps even surpassed it.
"What's its name?" Xue Qinghe asked, voice shaking.
"God-Killing Spear," Karna replied without hesitation, his honesty absolute.
"God-Killing Spear… It could shake all of Douluo Continent!" Xue Qinghe paced, then stopped and crouched to meet Karna's eyes. "Never reveal its true name. From now on, call it the Golden Spear. Understand?"
Karna's clear green eyes stayed pure, untouched by the warning.
"Forget it, you're just a child. The name probably doesn't matter," Xue Qinghe muttered, standing up as if reassuring himself.
"Now, let's test your soul power. Place your hand on this crystal and channel your inner strength," Xue Qinghe instructed.
Karna pressed his hand on the soul power test crystal, which glowed brightly.
"Soul power… level 10…" Xue Qinghe stared at the result, puzzled. "Was I mistaken?"
He'd felt something special about Karna, but level 10 wasn't exceptional like his own innate level 20 soul power. What caused that feeling?
An idea struck him. "Could it be… martial soul fusion?"
If their martial souls were compatible, it would explain the high quality of Karna's soul. Martial soul fusion required similar quality and affinity, and Karna's spear matched Xue Qinghe's soul in strength.
Fusion wasn't just about using combined skills. Daily interactions could boost soul power growth, hinting at compatibility.
"Karna, your martial soul and talent are impressive. I'll keep you in the Prince's Mansion and train you well. Go home, discuss with your father, and give me your decision," Xue Qinghe said confidently.
Known across the Tiandou Empire for kindness and responsibility, Xue Qinghe was a beloved prince. His reputation was clear when Su Duo, fearing illness might delay Xue Qinghe's plans, brought Karna to the mansion. Recruiting a talented child to train as a future ally was only natural for a crown prince destined to be emperor.
Karna nodded. "I'll tell my father."
"Good. That's all for today. Go home. I'll send someone to escort you and deliver a gift," Xue Qinghe said, knowing a gesture would secure Su Duo's agreement.
He began handling Tiandou Empire affairs as usual. Moments later, he noticed Karna still standing there.
"Why haven't you left?" Xue Qinghe asked with a smile.
"I have another martial soul," Karna said, looking up.
Xue Qinghe froze. Karna's gaze felt piercing, as if nothing could be hidden. "Another martial soul? Twin martial souls… like my mother…"
Twin martial souls were a closely guarded secret tied to his mother. In one day, Karna had touched two of Xue Qinghe's deepest secrets.
"Show me your second martial soul," Xue Qinghe said, steadying himself.
Golden light glowed from Karna's left hand, and golden armor formed over his body. His simple clothes transformed, making him look like a young god.
"My second martial soul: Golden Armor," Karna said, meeting Xue Qinghe's eyes.
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