Chapter 153: First Place on the Power Ranking
About Lu Xiao's Strength!
Everyone, no matter how they guessed, felt it was unbelievable.
A hundred-level Soul Power, a combat strength surpassing a Second-Level Deity?
It might even approach or reach a First-rank Deity?
This completely overturns the fundamental understanding of the Soul Master System!
Countless gazes, filled with astonishment, shock, curiosity, and disbelief.
They once again collectively turned their attention to Big Dipper Academy.
Star Dou Great Forest, by the Lake of Life.
The gravely wounded Di Tian, under the combined healing of Gu Yuena and Bi Ji, stabilized slightly.
He also saw Storm Dragon King's ranking and keenly sensed that "absence".
"My Lord!"
Di Tian's weak spiritual ripple, filled with confusion, said, "Lu Xiao, what exactly..."
Gu Yuena's exquisite face now also showed deep contemplation and gravity.
Her violet eyes gazed toward Big Dipper Academy, as if to pierce space and see that person's true nature.
"There's a very strange feeling about him!"
Gu Yuena whispered to herself.
"When I went to demand a Soul Bone last time, I sensed that his power doesn't fully belong to this World, or rather, his way of wielding power breaks the conventional framework."
"The heavenly curtain's assessment may be based on some 'composite combat power' we cannot comprehend, including the trump cards he possesses."
As a Dragon God Clone, her perception of power far exceeds that of ordinary people.
She vaguely feels Lu Xiao's greatness!
Perhaps it's not just a simple addition of Soul Power level and skill potency.
But something more fundamental.
Big Dipper Academy.
Lu Xiao, now the focus of everyone's gaze, also has thoughts racing in his mind.
"The third place is Storm Dragon King!"
Lu Xiao pondered silently.
"The heavenly curtain hasn't displayed my name yet; it seems it evaluates not my apparent hundred-level Soul Power."
"But it also counts the brief 'System boost' power I used when confronting Silver Dragon King, as well as any other foundations I might possess?"
He recalled when Gu Yuena previously came to demand the Ice and Fire Dragon King Soul Bone.
To be safe, he indeed employed some methods that surpassed his current Soul Power level.
Although it was only for a moment, perhaps the heavenly curtain captured and recorded it.
"Composite combat power, huh, that's interesting."
A barely perceptible curve formed at Lu Xiao's mouth.
In that case!
My ranking will probably truly frighten many people.
Just as the entire continent, due to Lu Xiao's 'absence,' fell into speculation and shock.
The vast voice of the heavenly curtain did not cease, resonating again.
[Li Bai! Have you applied to open the 'Endless Arena' to challenge the third-place Storm Dragon King?]
The voice fell, and the spectators, whose hearts had been stirred by witnessing Di Tian's crushing defeat,
instantly redirected their attention toward Big Dipper Academy.
Storm Dragon King is the guardian Soul Beast of Big Dipper Academy.
Will Li Bai challenge?
Li Bai, who had just finished a massive battle with Di Tian, his Soul Power and mind exhausted, his complexion still a bit pale,
"I refuse!"
Li Bai stated clearly.
The heavenly curtain seemed to accept this response, its bloodlight rippling slightly.
"Boom Boom Boom!"
With Li Bai's refusal, the heavenly curtain's light flashed intensely again.
Above the heavenly curtain.
The vortex in the middle spun at its utmost speed!
At the vortex's core, a point of pure, extreme silver light suddenly ignited!
The silver light wasn't dazzling.
Yet it contained the most fundamental rules and powers of water, fire, wind, earth, light, darkness, space... the elemental Origins!
The silver light slowly coalesced.
Finally it transformed into a noble, mysterious mark bearing the Supreme dignity of the Dragon Clan.
The ranking information appeared.
[Power Ranking, Second Place]
[Name: Gu Yuena (Silver Dragon King)]
[Affiliation: Star Dou Great Forest]
[Creature Type: Soul Beast (Dragon God Clone)]
[Combat Evaluation: Dragon God Benevolent Clone, embodiment of elemental control. Perfectly inherits the Dragon God's authority over the seven fundamental elements of water, fire, earth, wind, light, darkness, and space. Its injuries have mostly healed, wielding the Super Divine Artifact 'silver dragon spear', greatly enhancing elemental control and offensiveness, its strength is now infinitely close to the God King Realm.]
[Reward: A brand-new elemental prototype, greatly increased mastery and Fusion of elemental authority, enhanced compatibility with the silver dragon spear, and acquisition of 20% Gold Dragon King Bloodline (to be distributed).]
Second place, Gu Yuena!
Silver Dragon King!
Injuries healed, wielding the Super Divine Artifact.
Power... infinitely close to the God King!
Even though he was mentally prepared, when this evaluation was starkly displayed before him,
the entire Douluo Continent, especially the human Soul Masters, still felt a bone‑chilling cold and suffocating oppression!
God King!
Based on the information previously revealed by the heavenly curtain, they reasoned.
The vast majority learned that the God King is the Supreme ruler of the divine Realm in legend, controlling the core of the divine Realm.
A being that stands above all First-rank Deitys!
Even if it's only 'infinitely close,' Gu Yuena still possesses the power to destroy everything.
Enough to easily erase any Empire or Sect on the continent!
...Inside the Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong's face turned deathly pale, and the Supreme Pontiff's staff in her hand was almost crushed by her grip.
The Rakshasa God Position she pursues!
In the face of the Silver Dragon King's evaluation of "infinitely close to the God King," it seems so insignificant.
Qian Daoliu even feels that the Legacy of the Angel Temple behind him has become unbearably heavy.
The ancestors' glory also seems unable to illuminate the present dire predicament.
On Sea God Island.
Bo Saixi clings tightly to Tang Chen, her sea‑blue eyes filled with worry.
The Sea God is a First-rank Deity.
And the Silver Dragon King, infinitely close to the God King… Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan… all the upper echelons of human forces now have a thick shadow over their hearts.
The Soul Beast Clan possesses such a Supreme being!
What should become of humanity's future?
Star Dou Great Forest, Core Circle.
It is a different scene.
Even though Di Tian is gravely wounded, the gloom brought by Li Bai has not lifted.
But the Silver Dragon King's "infinitely close to the God King" appraisal still acts like a strong‑hearted injection, coursing through all Soul Beasts!
"Congratulations, my Lord!"
Xiong Jun, the Myriad Demon King, and other Ferocious beasts reignited fervor and awe in their eyes, crawling and growling toward Gu Yuena.
Expressing their submission and worship of the Supreme Dominator.
Bi Ji continues to treat Di Tian.
At the same time, excitement flickers in her eyes.
When the Lord regains strength, the Soul Beast Clan truly has a backbone.
In Di Tian's massive dragon eyes, pain and loss are replaced by a light mingling awe and hope.
The stronger the Lord!
The brighter the future of the Soul Beast Clan.
Gu Yuena herself stands quietly on the surface of the Lake of Life, her silver hair moving without wind.
She watches her ranking and evaluation on the heavenly curtain, her violet eyes unruffled, as if she had foreseen it.
Her gaze does not linger excessively on the words "infinitely close to the God King."
Instead, it passes beyond her own name, landing on the far‑right vortex, which remains empty yet destined to bear a name.
"Lu Xiao..."
She whispers the name.
Deep within her violet eyes, a flash of extremely complex light flickers.
There is doubt, curiosity, and solemnity.
Even a hint… of a subtle Battle Intent that she herself has not yet sensed.
"Lord, has Lu Xiao's strength truly reached the God King level?"
Di Tian's weak voice comes.
Gu Yuena shakes her head slightly: "No need to guess; the answer will be revealed soon."
Her gaze deepens: "The heavenly curtain can evaluate my strength with such precision."
"It has not yet displayed Lu Xiao, perhaps because, in its judgment logic, Lu Xiao's overall combat power… is still above mine."
As soon as she uttered the sentence, Di Tian and the surrounding Ferocious beasts understood its meaning.
The newly risen fervor and hope are instantly replaced by a deeper chill and incredulity.
A human… how could that be possible?
Big Dipper Academy.
Sikong Zhen, Monkey King, and Li Bai all put away their relaxed expressions.
They look solemnly at the Silver Dragon King's ranking on the heavenly curtain.
"Infinitely close to the God King, my goodness, this dragon is so fierce?"
Monkey King scratches his head, golden light flashing in his eyes, eager to try.
But there is more solemnity.
Li Bai takes a swig of wine, smacking his lips: "Tsk, it seems when she came for a Soul Bone last time, she really gave a huge favor!"
He recalls Gu Yuena's aura then, and compared with today's heavenly curtain evaluation, it has indeed been greatly restrained.
Storm Dragon King emits a low hum, and its massive dragon eyes reveal approval and a hint of competition.
Both are Dragon Kings!
It can sense the pure and powerful elemental Origin on Gu Yuena.
Everyone's gaze once again focuses on Lu Xiao.
Lu Xiao faces the crowd's eyes, remaining calm.
He looks at Gu Yuena's ranking, understanding in his heart.
"Infinitely close to the God King, plus the silver dragon spear, on the Douluo Continent this plane, it is indeed almost invincible."
The curve of his mouth deepens a bit more.
First place on the power ranking?
The answer will be revealed soon.
The heavenly curtain's vast voice, following the established challenge rules, sounds again.
[Storm Dragon King! Do you wish to initiate the 'Endless Arena' and challenge second‑place Gu Yuena?]
As the voice fades, countless gazes instantly shift from Gu Yuena's name to the third‑ranked, sky‑controlling Ancient Dragon King.
Storm Dragon King and Silver Dragon King!
One is the guardian Soul Beast of Big Dipper Academy, wielding the power of nature.
The other is the ruler of the Star Dou Great Forest, controlling the seven elemental dominions.
If these two Supreme Soul Beasts clash, the spectacle would be even more grand than the battle between Di Tian and the Deep Sea Demon Whale King.
Undoubtedly, this is the pinnacle duel every spectator has dreamed of!
Deep within Big Dipper Academy.
In that valley designated as a Forbidden Land!
An exceptionally tall ancient tree of life, its branches flowing with starlight and natural qi, sways gently.
At the very top of the canopy perches a dragon shadow, reduced countless times in size yet still magnificently divine.
Its body is covered in lapis‑blue scales, with tiny wind‑and‑thunder runes flickering at the edges.
Its dragon whiskers flutter, sparking faint electric arcs.
A pair of dragon eyes, deep as abysses, contain the forces of swirling winds, flashing lightning, and thunder.
This is precisely the miniature version of the Storm Dragon King.
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