"Sou!"
Tai Tan casually waved his hand, and an incense stick was nailed into the ground. The tip ignited at the same time.
"Kid, don't say I'm bullying you. As long as you can last one incense stick's time under my hand, this matter will be dropped."
"Hmph!" Lu Feng snorted coldly and said, "Enough nonsense. Let's fight."
"Good kid, you've got guts. I actually admire you a bit."
Tai Tan's eyes darted, and he said seriously, "How about this, let's make a bet. I won't use my Martial Soul. If you can last for one incense stick's time, I'll make Tai Long kowtow and apologize to you."
"Otherwise, I want you to join our Strength Clan and take me as your master."
Hearing this, the Bone Douluo couldn't help but curse inwardly. Shameless.
How powerful was a Soul Douluo? Just by relying on his physical body and abundant soul power, he could crush a Soul Saint who wasn't using their Martial Soul True Body.
The Strength Clan's Martial Soul was the Power Gorilla, a Martial Soul especially skilled in strength. They had a natural advantage in fist techniques.
Moreover, their family's heirloom cultivation method was a fist technique.
"Heh, take you as my master? If I win, does that mean I get to take you as my disciple?" Lu Feng said mockingly.
At the same time, Lu Feng glanced imperceptibly at the roof of the teaching building. In Luo Wu Pao's perception, Ning Fengzhi and the Bone Douluo had been watching for a long time.
Hmph, these great families are all old foxes, Lu Feng complained inwardly.
"Hahaha, good kid, you truly don't know the immensity of heaven and earth." Tai Tan laughed loudly. An abundant soul power suddenly erupted from him, and the air instantly became viscous.
Tai Long, standing beside him, was uncontrollably forced back four or five steps. Including Lu Feng, all the spectating students also took a step back.
The next moment, the air on the field distorted, rippling out in waves.
Lu Feng's expression suddenly changed, and he took another step back. At the same time, he immediately released his Knuckle Duster Martial Soul.
A bright golden light surged from his body, and his already robust frame swelled slightly. In the span of a breath, his entire body was covered in a layer of intense golden light, as if he were gilded.
Third Soul Skill: Justice Fist.
Facing an attack from a Soul Douluo, even one who wasn't using his Martial Soul, Lu Feng didn't dare to be the slightest bit careless.
Tai Tan's figure approached rapidly, his right hand clenched into a fist as it hammered toward Lu Feng's body.
Hm? He actually plans to take my attack head-on? A trace of mockery flashed in Tai Tan's eyes.
Even without his Martial Soul possession, with the physical constitution he'd built from years of smithing, a casual blow wasn't something a Soul Ancestor could take. This kid is pretty arrogant.
The thought flashed through his mind, but Tai Tan did not stop his attack.
Having practiced fist techniques for many years, he had absolute control over his strength. This punch wouldn't kill, but under the effect of its hidden power, it would perfectly injure Lu Feng's meridians.
And it was the kind of injury that could be healed after a few days of rest.
The Black Jade Paste is a treasure of the Strength Clan. It's best to save it when possible.
Facing the oppressive, sharp wind of the fist, Lu Feng's eyes focused, a light flickering within them.
His first soul ring shone. He quickly swung his left fist through the air. The next moment, he took several quick steps, swung his right fist, and charged straight at Tai Tan.
First Soul Skill: Heavy Fist.
Bang!
The moment the two fists met, Lu Feng instantly felt an immense force rush toward him. His body was sent flying backward uncontrollably.
"Hmph!" Tai Long looked at Lu Feng in mid-air, a trace of disdain on his lips.
Competing in strength against a Power Gorilla... he's just seeking death.
"Ai." Ning Fengzhi closed his eyes and sighed.
Lu Feng's strength and talent are top-tier among his peers. But inevitably, he still has some of a young man's hot-headedness.
Ning Fengzhi shook his head. "Ai, still too young..."
However, before he could finish his sentence, a blinding white light suddenly erupted on the field.
"Ah, my eyes!" the students at the edge of the field exclaimed.
"So white, so bright!"
"Don't run around! Who stepped on my foot?"
Instantly, the sidelines fell into chaos.
"Yi? This is... a self-created soul skill?" Gu Rong looked at the brilliant white light on the field and asked doubtfully.
Although the dazzling light completely obscured their vision, for a Titled Douluo, it was naturally nothing.
"Uncle Bone, what happened?" Ning Fengzhi raised his right hand to shield his eyes. He couldn't see the situation on the field at all.
In an instant, the white light retracted into Lu Feng's body. Immediately after, an extremely dangerous, murderous intent burst forth from him.
At this time, the crowd could finally see the situation on the field.
However, every one of them stared wide-eyed, their mouths agape, as if they could fit an apple inside.
After a long time, a student said with a tremble, "Ho... holy crap! So cool!!!"
At this moment, Lu Feng stood in the field, a layer of crystal-clear soul power covering his body. This soul power was like flowing water, its light circulating, mysterious and deep.
At the same time, the crystalline soul power gradually transformed, from its initial transparency to the color of pure white snow, and then like refined silver, pure and cold.
Gradually, a tangible, armor-like soul power covered Lu Feng's entire body.
On the armor's surface, fine, interlocking patterns resembled the stripes on a white tiger. The pauldrons were broad and solid, and the lines of the vambraces and greaves were fluid.
On the helmet, two sharp tiger ears stood tall, outlining the shape of a white tiger's head.
The eye sockets were inlaid with two gems that emitted a dark light, deep and sharp. At the tiger's mouth, wisps of soul power seemed to flow, mimicking a white tiger's breath, carrying an invisible deterrent force.
The breastplate was the most striking, with a huge crystal inlaid in the center, containing a white tiger insignia.
Light radiated from the crystal, spreading outwards to form mysterious runes.
"Hiss! So cold!" The students on the sidelines immediately shivered.
This chill was not a drop in the surrounding temperature, but a murderous intent they felt spiritually.
The Martial Soul Seal Method records that when a Soul Master perfectly fuses with their Martial Soul, there are two forms:
The first is dominated by the Martial Soul: the Martial Soul True Body!
In this state, the Soul Master can exert the power of the ancient heroic spirit to the greatest extent. Their combat power is formidable and extremely fierce.
This form is the initial state of Martial Soul possession. When a Soul Master is weak, they can only rely on the power of the Martial Soul to fight. The quality of the Martial Soul determines the level of the Soul Master's combat power.
The second is dominated by the Soul Master, with the Martial Soul as support: the Martial Soul True Body Armor!
The Armor form is a more advanced state of Martial Soul possession. Some powerful Soul Masters can even fuse multiple armor elements, and their own strength will experience a qualitative leap!
However, this stage has extremely high requirements for the Soul Master's strength; otherwise, they cannot fully utilize the Martial Soul's power.
Right now, Lu Feng's was just a simple armor form. Only by cultivating to level 70 could he fully utilize the power of the True Body Armor.
"Dai Mubai, your Martial Soul is really useful!" Lu Feng clenched his fists, and an intangible, murderous aura erupted from his body.
The Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record states: The White Tiger of the West corresponds to the Turtle Beak constellation.
Since ancient times, the White Tiger star has presided over slaughter.
Lu Feng's 'alternative' method of Martial Soul possession truly made him look like a killing star descended to earth, indomitable.
"Kid, what soul skill is this?" Tai Tan stared blankly at Lu Feng, an expression of disbelief on his face.
In his perception, the abundance of Lu Feng's soul power was already no less than that of an average Soul Emperor. It even made him feel a trace of danger.
This undisguised killing intent emanating from his body made Tai Tan suspect he wasn't facing a student, but a battle-hardened general.
He hadn't seen clearly what happened inside that white light.
Previously, Tai Tan had heard from his grandson how much of a genius Lu Feng was, how powerful. Tai Tan actually hadn't really believed it, thinking he was exaggerating, or even making excuses for his own failure.
For this, Tai Tan had even beaten his son and grandson, letting them feel the deep care of an elder.
But now, he had no choice but to believe Tai Long's words. His heart stirred, Tai Tan had already decided that he must recruit this young man, no matter what.
However, as a Soul Master who had weathered many storms, Tai Tan's state of mind quickly adjusted.
A trace of solemnity flashed in his eyes. "Kid, you've really made me see you in a new light. This time, I will give you my greatest respect!"
Hearing Tai Tan's words, Lu Feng quietly sensed the information coming from Luo Wu Pao. Through its dog-like nose, he discovered that Dugu Bo had already arrived at the city gate.
Lu Feng chuckled lightly and said mockingly, "Hmph, I don't take disciples, but I do take mounts."