Even Dugu Yan looked in disbelief as Oscar swung that sword. It was true that Oscar was now a genuine twin martial soul wielder, but his second martial soul didn't have any attached soul skills.
Moreover, Oscar clearly hadn't completely mastered the Slaughter God Domain, yet that single sword just now carried its aura.
The final attacks from Ma Hongjun and the Nether White Tiger had definitely reached the Soul Sage level, but Oscar had easily neutralized them with a single, casual strike.
They all knew Oscar was strong, but they hadn't realized he had become this powerful.
Ma Hongjun slowly landed, staring blankly at his old leader whom he hadn't seen in over a year. If he had to face Oscar now, how many of Oscar's swords could he even withstand?
Even if Ma Hongjun used his sixth soul skill, Rebirth from the Ashes, the result would likely be the same,one sword to cripple, two to kill.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing once again ate Oscar's Super Recovery Sausage to restore their injuries and soul power, and then another specially made Detox Sausage to dispel the lingering burn of Ma Hongjun's phoenix flames.
Noticing everyone's astonished gazes, Oscar held a teacup calmly and smiled faintly. "That kind of sword strike,I can only swing five of them at most right now."
Five? Only five? Did he even know how terrifying that one sword was?
Everyone couldn't help but complain internally. This was too frightening. A single sword could heavily wound a Soul Sage. Five swords? What did that even mean?
In truth, Oscar wasn't exaggerating. Although he had already reached level seventy-five, his second martial soul still didn't have soul rings attached. That sword had been pure sword intent condensed from his own will, infused with the effect of the Slaughter God Domain.
It hadn't consumed much soul power, but it had drawn heavily on his spiritual energy and condensed sword intent.
If Oscar were to attach soul rings to his second martial soul, the power of that sword could increase several times over, while the consumption would drastically decrease.
In the past, Oscar could only rely on the fourth or fifth soul skill of his Sausage Martial Soul to achieve strong combat power.
Now he was not only an all-around soul master but also a swordsman whose blade could cut through anything.
Ever since he had comprehended his own domineering sword intent, the sword in his hand had become stronger and sharper.
Compared to the likes of Sword Douluo Chen Xin and others, his sword intent was already on par. The only difference left was the depth of soul power.
Besides Oscar's terrifying sword, Ma Hongjun, Ning Rongrong, Dai Mubai, and Zhu Zhuqing's strengths had also become impressive.
Even Ning Rongrong, originally a pure support-type soul master, could now fight as a battle soul master thanks to Oscar's replicating sausages.
Her actual combat ability had also improved greatly. By copying a top-tier martial soul and relying on her body's ability to absorb higher-level soul rings, she could now battle opponents above her level.
Before battle, she could even buff herself with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, creating a perfect self-sufficient loop.
Oscar, in a sense, had already become a legendary and exceptional food-type soul master.
Even among all food-type predecessors, none could possess such heaven-defying soul skills,this was the advantage of absorbing soul rings beyond one's level.
After several group battles, they switched to one-on-one duels.
Xiao Wu versus Zhu Zhuqing, Zhu Zhuqing versus Ning Rongrong, Xiao Wu versus Ning Rongrong, Ma Hongjun versus Dai Mubai…
But the most eye-catching match was Oscar versus Dugu Yan.
Ever since Dugu Yan's martial soul evolved, she had transformed from a pure control-type soul master into a semi-all-around fighter who could attack, control, and even support.
In her duel with Oscar, Dugu Yan fought evenly against him even though he had eaten the Dark Evil God Tiger Whip Sausage.
This alone showed how terrifying her current strength was. Neither of them used the Slaughter God Domain, since neither had yet fully mastered it,and using it recklessly might accidentally harm their allies.
Their reunion lasted a full seven days. After Gai Yue's wedding, everyone parted ways to resume their duties.
Ning Rongrong returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan to continue training, while Dugu Yan went back to Yuexuan to refine her temperament and master the Slaughter God Domain faster.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing brought Ma Hongjun back to the Star Luo Empire. Oscar reminded them that with the continent's political situation becoming more unstable, the sooner they seized control of Star Luo, the better their chances of future success.
Especially Dai Mubai, who was now displaying true princely dignity. Though he still acted like a little brother before Oscar, within the Star Luo imperial court, he was now the first in line for the crown prince position.
Davis was still only a Soul King, while Dai Mubai,seven years younger,had already reached level sixty. After obtaining his sixth soul ring, he would become a genuine Soul Emperor.
His strength had surpassed that of the eldest prince, and more and more officials had begun to support him. Everyone knew that Dai Mubai was close friends with the Sword Sect's young sect master.
Even Ma Hongjun, the Sword Sect's closest junior, was training with Dai Mubai in Star Luo. Once Dai Mubai ascended the throne, it would be a powerful alliance between the empire and the sect.
Perhaps one day, the long-cherished dream of unifying the continent by conquering the Heaven Dou Empire would no longer be impossible.
Countless ministers sought to pledge allegiance to him. Dai Mubai's prestige rose rapidly, while Davis, within a year, had gone from high-spirited confidence to a man surrounded by enemies.
Had he not spent years building his influence, he might already have been beyond recovery.
But Davis was no coward. If he had given up easily, he would never have achieved his current position.
He had secretly allied himself with several imperial pillars of power. As long as they didn't turn against him, there was still a chance to reclaim his position.
Moreover, since the emperor was still alive, he still had room to maneuver. While Dai Mubai's foundation wasn't yet fully solidified, Davis still had an opportunity to seize the throne.
If Dai Mubai could ally with the Sword Sect, why couldn't Davis?
The Sword Sect was now in its prime. Only the three upper sects could compare,but the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan supported the Heaven Dou Empire, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was also friendly with Heaven Dou, and the Clear Sky Clan had sealed itself away.
The only faction that could rival the Sword Sect was the Spirit Hall.
Davis had once had contact with the Spirit Hall, but back then, in his arrogance, he hadn't thought much of them.
Now, however, things were different. To reverse his fate, the Spirit Hall was his only possible ally.
After the wedding, Shui Bing'er and Shui Yue'er both went to study at Shrek Academy, while Xue Qingluan stayed with Gai Yue in the Sword Sect as the true wife of the Grand Elder.
The two were clearly made for each other. Newly married, they were deeply affectionate, and Gai Yue even let Xue Qingluan participate in sect affairs and decision-making.
This wasn't a challenge to Oscar's position as young sect master but rather a way to help her truly integrate into the Sword Sect.
Less than a month after their wedding, Gai Yue gave her several precious pills without hesitation.
At first, Xue Qingluan had been shy about accepting them, but under Gai Yue's influence, she began to adapt to her role as the Grand Elder's wife.
Now at level eighty-eight, with ample resources, it wouldn't be long before she could attempt to break through to level ninety.
When that time came, the Sword Sect would gain another Titled Douluo-level powerhouse,and the Grand Elder's wife, no less.
Meanwhile, Oscar continued his rigorous training. Through constant effort, he soon achieved full mastery of the Slaughter God Domain, perfectly controlling his killing intent.
He also made major progress toward forming his soul core. His first soul core's attribute was a special elemental type,not a single element, but pure elemental energy itself.
In Oscar's vision, once he successfully condensed this soul core, it would allow him to temporarily amplify all the elemental powers he controlled to their extreme.
Not just one element,all of them at once.
And if any of his elements had already reached the ultimate limit, this soul core would push them even further.
In the current world, ultimate elements were exceedingly rare, only existing temporarily through the special effect of Oscar's fifth soul skill.
The ultimate represented the current peak of martial souls,but beyond that peak? That would transcend the realm of soul power itself. Beyond that might lie the realm of gods.
Thus, if this soul core succeeded, Oscar's power would take a qualitative leap, strengthening both his foundation and recovery.
With his direction clear, Oscar devoted himself day and night to this pursuit. His cultivation continued to rise steadily in tandem.
While Oscar trained, something unexpected,though not entirely unforeseen by him,happened deep within the Star Dou Great Forest.
One day, as Oscar's clone discussed future plans for the Spirit Soul system with Da Ming, Er Ming, and the three Titan Ant Emperor brothers, a massive surge of energy erupted from the bottom of Star Moon Lake.
Da Ming, Er Ming, and the three ant emperors instantly took up battle positions. The terrifying aura of five hundred-thousand-year soul beasts locked onto the depths of the lake.
Oscar sensed that ancient and mighty presence and raised an eyebrow.
The Azure Bull Python turned to the Titan Giant Ape. "Er Ming, do you still remember where our parents went?"
The Titan Giant Ape's eyes widened in realization. "You mean… the formation we've been guarding all this time?"
Da Ming nodded. "Such vast and ancient power,other than that formation, what else could it be?"
Er Ming was shocked. "You mean the being inside is about to emerge?"
"Most likely."
The three Ant Emperor brothers exchanged confused looks. What formation? What being? Could there really be an existence in the forest stronger than their Soul Beast Alliance?
Oscar listened to the two beasts and confirmed his suspicion.
At that moment, a terrifying dragon's might spread from beneath Star Moon Lake. The pressure was so immense that it seemed capable of subduing all beasts with its presence alone.
Every soul beast in the Star Dou Great Forest, including the five hundred-thousand-year ones nearby, felt an irresistible urge to kneel.
Then, a massive, shadowy gate,over a hundred meters tall,appeared above the lake, the dragon's aura emanating from beyond it.
Fortunately, the pressure soon vanished, and it didn't seem hostile.
The beasts and Oscar all looked up. In the center of the gate appeared two enormous golden eyes,vertical pupils, unmistakably belonging to a dragon.
Those eyes alone seemed to pierce through all five soul beasts and Oscar's clone.
The Azure Bull Python and Titan Giant Ape immediately bowed. "Greetings, Venerable One."
Seeing this, the Ant Emperor brothers felt something stir deep within their bloodlines. They, too, bowed respectfully. "Greetings, Venerable One."
Oscar stood calmly and cupped his hands. "Oscar of the Sword Sect greets the senior."
The golden pupils first glanced over the two great beasts, then the three ants, and finally rested upon Oscar.
A cold, distant voice echoed. "You. Come in."
Just three simple words, yet they left Oscar stunned. Among all the powerful beasts present, why had the being chosen him,a human?
"Venerable one, my senior brother…" The Azure Bull Python tried to explain, but the golden eyes immediately cut it off.
"Do what you must. I have my own arrangements."
The tone was absolute. The Azure Bull Python knew that if it spoke another word, it might invite instant annihilation.
The two great beasts exchanged helpless looks and gave Oscar an apologetic nod.
Oscar simply nodded back, unfolded his black wings, and flew toward the massive gate.
The two beasts didn't stop him,they knew this was merely one of Oscar's clones. Even if it were destroyed, it wouldn't matter much.
Besides, the being's aura carried no malice, only indifference.
Oscar agreed mostly out of curiosity,to see what this entity intended.
He had a good guess as to the owner of those golden eyes.
What puzzled him was why the being had remained silent for so long, only to suddenly appear now.
In the original history, the fierce beasts of the Star Dou Great Forest didn't reveal themselves until ten thousand years later. Appearing now, so early,could this be part of some greater plan?
Or perhaps they had seen the immense potential of the Spirit Soul system and wanted a share of the benefits?
After all, becoming a god was the ultimate goal of all beings on the Douluo Continent. Now that the opportunity was closer than ever, only a fool would choose not to fight for it.
Of course, that was only Oscar's speculation. To know for sure, he would have to go and see for himself.
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