C7 Enemy

As Yu Xiaogaang and Tang San were strategizing to take Ye Cann alive, Ye Cann was deep in the throes of merging with the Ancient Saint Body.

The Ancient Saint Body, also referred to as the Inextinguishable Golden Body, is one of the most formidable physiques in the Shrouded World!

Ye Cann's initial integration with the Ancient Saint Body had only unlocked its first talent—the Inextinguishable Golden Body—granting him temporary immunity to all forms of damage.

As Ye Cann's spirit continued to meld with the Ancient Saint Body, its second talent began to stir awake: Indestructible. This granted him a staggering 90% resistance to all curses and elemental damage, and any malevolent creature attacking him would find their power diminished by 30%.

Host: Ye Cann

Soul Power: Level 6

Cultivation Technique: Twelve Trials of Immortality

Bloodline: Ancient Saint Body (Inextinguishable Golden Body, Indestructible)

Martial Spirit: Icy Jade Emperor Scorpion (Super Martial Spirit), Spirit Eye White Tiger (Unawakened)

Soul Bone: None

Weapons: Sword of Judgment (Seventh Level Soul Tool), Blue Electric Dagger (Sharp Weapon)

Items: Title Douluo Experience Card x1

With a steely gaze, Tang San addressed his teacher, "With this hundred-thousand-year Soul Beast, we could trade for a wealth of cultivation resources, and perhaps even resolve the issue with your martial soul's mutation."

"San," the master exhaled a resigned sigh, "My martial soul's mutation is a congenital defect, unlike any other. It's a puzzle that not even the priests of the Martial Soul Hall can solve. San, your aptitude for cultivation and combat is unparalleled in my experience. I've pinned all my hopes on you."

In under three minutes, the Netherworld Cat had caught up with Yu Xiaogaang, Tang San, and Ye Cann. Ye Cann, still engrossed in his fusion with the Ancient Saint Body, was oblivious to the impending peril.

The Netherworld Cat advanced on Yu Xiaogaang with deliberate steps.

Perched on Yu Xiaogaang's shoulder, Luo Sanpao had exhausted his strength, having unleashed three Soul Techniques. He was now powerless to continue the fight.

"San, I fear today we might both meet our end at the paws of this Netherworld Cat. It's my fault. Had I not insisted on bringing you into the Star Dou Great Forest, you wouldn't be facing such peril."

Notting Academy had designated a Soul Beast Forest named Sunset for their work-study students to obtain Soul Rings. But upon witnessing Tang San's Twin martial spirits, Yu Xiaogaang was convinced that only within the depths of Star Dou Great Forest could Tang San find a Soul Ring befitting him.

With resolve, Tang San shielded Yu Xiaogaang with his frail body, and in his right hand, a black hammer materialized. It bore a striking resemblance to the hammer depicted in Ye Cann's portrait in Yu Tianlang's room, though there was a slight difference in size.

"The Vast Heaven Hammer! It is indeed the Vast Heaven Hammer!" exclaimed Yu Xiaogaang, awestruck. "I never imagined I would see the Vast Heaven Sect's legendary martial spirit, the Vast Heaven Hammer, in my lifetime! The hammer acclaimed as the world's foremost strength-based weapon martial spirit! San, you must survive and emerge from the Star Dou Great Forest to become the most formidable Soul Master on the Douluo Continent."

Blood trickled from the corner of Yu Xiaogaang's mouth as the skirmish between Luo Sanpao and the Netherworld Cat concluded in the blink of an eye.

The damage inflicted on the Martial Spirit rebounded onto Yu Xiaogaang, fracturing several of his ribs under the Netherworld Cat's assault.

"Teacher, I cannot leave you behind!"

As Tang San spoke, he drew three purple short needles from his right sleeve. These were the Tang Sect's concealed weapons, the Sleeve Arrows.

In that instant, the whistling of the three short needles slicing through the air was audible.

The Netherworld Cat's body seized up midair, its purple fur sparking against the three purple needles. A cacophony of metal clashing rang out.

"Beast!"

Tang San had devoted considerable time to mastering the art of forging under his father's tutelage to craft these Sleeve Arrows. Fashioned from Hundred Smelting Iron, each piece required a volume of metal a hundred times its own to be forged, resulting in unparalleled durability.

A flicker of astonishment crossed Ye Cann's gaze. Tang San, the son of the Douluo Continent's plane, was currently devoid of any fighting prowess. Just like Ye Cann, he was a Soul Warrior with a very weak Soul Point. Yet, when confronted by the Netherworld Cat, Tang San displayed not a hint of fear. Instead, he courageously stepped forward.

Is this Tang San?

The son of the plane?

I will surpass you all one day!

A flash of blue lightning sparked from the Blue Electric Dagger in Ye Cann's grasp. Yu Xiaogaang, nursing his injuries, noticed the rusty pattern on the dagger Ye Cann held—a distinctive mark of the Blue Lightning Overlord Sect.

The Netherworld Cat's body tensed up after being struck by three of Tang San's Sleeve Arrows, its movements becoming rigid. It tried to press on with its attack against the human before it, only to find its body uncontrollably shaking.

Seizing the moment, Ye Cann thrust his dagger deep into the belly of the Netherworld Cat. The blade sliced through fur, skin, and muscle, rupturing blood vessels. Hot, purple blood steamed as it flowed down the steel.

After the successful strike, Ye Cann withdrew the dagger and leaped aside to watch.

The Netherworld Cat's dark eyes blazed with unchecked fury, but the gaping wound inflicted by Ye Cann rendered it unable to continue its assault on the presumptuous Human Soul Masters.

"Why didn't you finish off that Soul Beast? It hurt my teacher!" Tang San demanded, his voice tinged with anger.

"Why should I risk my life against the Netherworld Cat for the sake of your revenge?" Ye Cann responded coolly.

"We saved your life! Without us, you would have been killed by that Netherworld Cat," Tang San insisted, supporting Yu Xiaogaang. "I demand that you kill that Netherworld Cat immediately!"

Ye Cann's brow furrowed. He was somewhat relieved he had chosen to stand his ground against the Netherworld Cat rather than follow Tang San out of the Star Dou Great Forest. But it was true that Tang San and his companions had saved him, even though he had an ace up his sleeve that could have instantly ended the beast.

Ye Cann was not one to leave a debt of gratitude unpaid.

Yu Xiaogaang spoke feebly, "By killing that Netherworld Cat, you've settled any debt with us!"

"Agreed!"

Ye Cann accepted the request from Yu Xiaogaang and Tang San. His gaze sharpened once more. Despite his dwindling Soul Points, the Netherworld Cat was now sluggish from Tang San's assault.

"Enough! Cease this! It's time to put an end to this charade!"

A weathered voice echoed from the heavens.