The Land of Warriors – Zhou Yiran, Zhang Yuxi

The Douluo Continent is a magical land divided into two major empires: the Xingluo Empire and the Tiandou Empire. Many of the inhabitants here are born with innate Martial Souls. Upon awakening their Martial Soul, they have the opportunity to pursue the most honorable profession on Douluo Continent—Soul Master. Soul Masters hunt Soul Beasts to obtain Soul Rings, which allow them to continuously enhance their strength.

The existence of Soul Masters has given rise to many sects, among which the seven most powerful are known as the Seven Great Sects. The Clear Sky Clan ranks first among them and, together with the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan, forms the Upper Three Sects, leading Soul Masters across the continent.

Meanwhile, a special organization known as the Spirit Hall has gradually expanded its influence throughout the continent, becoming powerful enough to rival the two empires. Young Tang San awakens a rare Twin Martial Soul, the Blue Silver Grass and the Clear Sky Hammer. To learn and grow, Tang San becomes a disciple of Yu Xiaogang and enrolls in Shrek Academy alongside his classmate, Xiao Wu.

Together with Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, Oscar, Ning Rongrong, and Ma Hongjun, they form the renowned Shrek Seven Devils. As a team, they participate in the Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition. The seven work together, overcoming numerous challenges, and ultimately make it to the finals. Today, they face the Golden Generation of the Spirit Hall, whose strength far surpasses their own. The battle begins between Shrek Academy and Spirit Hall Academy, with each team consisting of seven exceptionally powerful members.

Bi Bi Dong, the supreme leader of Spirit Hall, and Yu Xiaogang, the vice dean of Shrek Academy, are present to observe the match. When Spirit Hall offers an extremely rare Soul Bone as the competition’s prize, Shrek Academy’s dean believes they have nothing to lose. Liu Erlong, Shrek Academy's vice dean, notes that the rarest headpiece Soul Bone seems to be intended for Bi Bi Dong's personal disciple, Hu Liena, indicating Spirit Hall's determination to win the championship.

The match begins with Hu Liena taking the lead. Her Soul Skill, Enchantment, is a form of mental attack. Before the match, Yu Xiaogang had warned the Shrek Seven Devils to be cautious. Tang San pointed out that no matter how powerful Enchantment is, it still requires the six senses to take effect. Thus, when Hu Liena steps into battle, the Shrek team seals off their six senses to avoid being affected.

Xiao Wu counters with her own second Soul Skill, also an Enchantment ability. It becomes a clash of enchantment against enchantment, with victory depending on whose mental strength is greater. However, Yu Xiaogang explains that Xiao Wu’s true intention isn’t to outmatch Hu Liena’s mental strength but to disrupt her initial advantage, allowing the others to quickly enter the fight. Sure enough, Hu Liena, having lost her edge, retreats.

However, she quickly joins Xie Yue to unleash their Martial Soul Fusion Skill, Demonic Charm. The skill creates a mist that suppresses all senses, reduces Soul Power, and slows movement, making it an extremely powerful control ability. Tang San decides to take a risky approach. Using his Purple Demon Eye, he confronts Hu Liena and Xie Yue, the strongest opponents, on his own.

Meanwhile, the others use Oscar’s Flying Sausages to escape the mist and target the remaining Spirit Hall members. Tang San endures against Hu Liena and Xie Yue, whose strength far surpasses his own. He activates his External Soul Bone to fight back but suffers severe injuries, with his Soul Bone shattering under their attacks. Xie Yue remarks on Tang San’s extraordinary talent and urges Hu Liena to finish him off quickly.

Seeing Tang San in danger, Xiao Wu rushes to shield him from Xie Yue’s attack, disregarding her own safety. Tang San, deeply worried, hesitates, but Xiao Wu encourages him, reminding him that the match isn’t over. Summoning his remaining strength, Tang San uses his shattered Soul Bone to launch an attack on the Spirit Hall team. Hu Liena scoffs at his effort, thinking it’s a desperate and futile move. The attack initially appears ineffective, causing only minor injuries.

However, as Hu Liena moves to deliver the final blow, she and her teammates suddenly realize they’ve been poisoned. Tang San had secretly coated his Soul Bone with poison, knowing it was his only chance to defeat Spirit Hall. The Shrek Seven Devils, moved by his sacrifice, resolve to fight to the end to ensure his efforts weren’t in vain. With both sides exhausted and unable to use Soul Power, the battle devolves into hand-to-hand combat.

Despite their injuries, Tang San and his team refuse to give up. Watching the brutal fight, Dugu Bo (the Poison Douluo) reminds Bi Bi Dong that only he can cure the poison from Tang San’s Eight Spider Lances. If they delay any longer, the Spirit Hall’s Golden Generation might lose more members. In the end, Spirit Hall concedes defeat. After the match, Spirit Hall attempts to capture Xiao Wu, as she is revealed to be a Soul Beast in human form.

Tang San declares that Xiao Wu is his family and the one he loves, and he won’t allow anyone to take her. The Shrek team stands with Tang San to block Spirit Hall. However, they are no match for Bi Bi Dong. At this critical moment, Tang San’s father, Tang Hao, appears to confront Spirit Hall, forcing Bi Bi Dong to retreat.

Tang Hao takes Tang San and Xiao Wu away, while the rest of the team is escorted by the Shrek teachers. With the competition over, Shrek Academy has also made an enemy of Spirit Hall. The teachers announce that the students have graduated and are free to pursue their own paths. Ning Fengzhi, the leader of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan, decides to take Ning Rongrong back with him.

Reluctant to part with her, Oscar requests to join the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan. Ning Fengzhi agrees and even extends the invitation to the others. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing return to Xingluo, while Ma Hongjun decides to travel the continent. Before parting, they all agree to reunite at Shrek Academy in five years.

Xiao Wu wakes up and sees Tang Hao, immediately thanking him for saving her life. Tang Hao warns Xiao Wu that staying by Tang San's side is dangerous right now. She is an immature 100,000-year Soul Beast, a prime target for Soul Masters.

He advises that since neither of them is strong enough at the moment, it would be better for them to meet again when Tang San is capable of protecting her, and when she reaches level 60 and matures. Tang Hao shares with Xiao Wu that Tang San’s mother was also a 100,000-year Soul Beast. Despite his own Soul Power having reached level 80 and Tang San’s mother having fully transformed into human form, their union faced immense challenges.

Xiao Wu agrees with Tang Hao’s reasoning and decides to leave Tang San temporarily to focus on increasing her strength. Fearing that she won’t be able to bring herself to leave if Tang San wakes up, Xiao Wu leaves behind her comb as a keepsake and departs for the Star Dou Forest. When Tang San wakes up and finds Xiao Wu gone, he immediately realizes she left to avoid bringing trouble to him.

He wants to chase after her, but Tang Hao stops him, saying that he is currently too weak to protect her. Tang Hao advises Tang San to focus on improving his strength and promises that when he is capable, he can reunite with Xiao Wu. Tang San, acknowledging his lack of power, resolves to train diligently to find Xiao Wu as soon as possible.

Tang Hao assures him that as his father, he doesn’t oppose their love, but he hopes Tang San gains enough strength to protect the one he loves. Tang San notices that he can still sense Xiao Wu’s presence. It turns out that a strand of Blue Silver Grass, transformed into a bracelet, has stayed with Xiao Wu.

Tang Hao explains that despite its appearance as an ordinary plant, Blue Silver Grass is the most abundant and resilient force on the continent, not to be underestimated. This unique connection allows Tang San and Xiao Wu to sense each other, bringing Xiao Wu great comfort. Meanwhile, Er Ming, a 100,000-year Soul Beast known as the Titan Giant Ape, tracks Xiao Wu through the Blue Silver Grass.

Er Ming complains about her leaving the Star Dou Forest for the human world, saying that they’ve all missed and worried about her. Xiao Wu happily reassures him that she has missed them too. Together, they go to find Da Ming, another 100,000-year Soul Beast, the Azure Bull Python. Da Ming, upset over Xiao Wu leaving the forest, initially refuses to appear. Pretending to be angry, Xiao Wu leaves to provoke him into showing himself.

When Da Ming finally confronts her, he asks if she plans to leave again. Xiao Wu shares that the human world is fascinating, with delicious food and someone very important to her. She recounts her story of meeting Tang San: how Tang San, left alone after his father departed, became her family. The two studied together at Nuoding Academy, and later attended Shrek Academy, a school that specializes in training "monsters.

"Xiao Wu explains how rundown Shrek Academy was and how their entrance exam required all seven of them to fend off Zhao Wuji’s attacks for the duration of one incense stick. Despite working together for the first time, they displayed remarkable teamwork and were all admitted. Forming the Shrek Seven Devils, they faced countless battles together, forged deep bonds, and built a strong reputation.

They eventually participated in the Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition, defeating Spirit Hall Academy to claim the championship. However, Spirit Hall discovered Xiao Wu’s identity as the Soft-Boned Rabbit, a 100,000-year Soul Beast, and tried to capture her. In the end, it was Tang San’s father, Tang Hao, who saved them. Da Ming and Er Ming, after hearing Xiao Wu’s story, realize that she has already drawn the attention of humans.

They warn her not to see Tang San again and promise to protect her from harm. Xiao Wu insists that Tang Hao doesn’t oppose her and Tang San’s love, and as long as she reaches maturity, she can reunite with him. She reminds them of her promise to Tang San, saying she cannot break it. Meanwhile, Tang San continues training with Tang Hao. Tang Hao explains that a Soul Beast reaching 100,000 years has two choices.

The first is to endure the Heavenly Tribulation and, if successful, survive to the next 100,000 years and face another tribulation. The second choice is to transform into human form. However, upon transformation, a Soul Beast’s cultivation resets to zero, and they must start all over again. Most Soul Beasts are unwilling to take this path. Transformed Soul Beasts are considered to be in their juvenile phase until they reach level 60.

Before then, even Titled Douluo Soul Masters can detect their true identity and hunt them down. Once they surpass level 60, they can completely conceal their identity and be considered truly human.

Tang San continued training with his father, Tang Hao. Tang Hao instructed Tang San to go all out and fight him. However, even with his Mysterious Jade Hand, Tang San was unable to block several of Tang Hao's hidden weapons. Realizing the vast power gap between himself and his father, Tang San confidently declared that he wouldn’t remain weak forever. Tang Hao noticed the unique techniques Tang San was using and asked if they were taught by Yu Xiaogang.

In response, Tang San showed his Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record, explaining that he had accidentally found the book and discovered it to be a secret treasure of the Tang Sect. The book contained detailed instructions on crafting hidden weapons. Tang Hao acknowledged that the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record had indeed taught Tang San many things. Feeling regretful as a father, he admitted that he had taught Tang San far too little.

Tang Hao reminded Tang San that since he had inherited the teachings of the Tang Sect, he should consider himself a disciple of the Tang Sect and strive to carry forward its legacy. Tang San assured his father that he cherished this opportunity and that once he found rare metals, he would forge all the powerful hidden weapons described in the book.

Eager to improve his strength and reunite with Xiao Wu, Tang San decided to absorb the Spirit Condensing Wisdom Skull, which he had won in a competition. He believed that absorbing the skull would strengthen his body, enabling him to endure more intense training. He asked Tang Hao for assistance in the process.

Tang Hao warned him that absorbing a high-intelligence skull over 50,000 years old would indeed enhance his spiritual power but would also place immense physical and mental strain on him. Given Tang San’s current condition, Tang Hao believed it would be suicidal to attempt absorption. He advised Tang San to rest and recover fully before trying, promising to assist him as a protector when the time came.

Meanwhile, Da Ming and Er Ming grew concerned about Xiao Wu personally collecting Purple Crystal Soft Jade, as she was now just an ordinary human Soul Master. If she were discovered by Spirit Hall, it could place her in grave danger. To protect her, the two decided to handle the collection themselves, leaving Xiao Wu to focus solely on her cultivation. When Xiao Wu learned about their plan, she became furious, insisting that cultivation required her own efforts.

She argued that relying on others would leave her helpless in future battles against enemies. Xiao Wu firmly demanded that they stop interfering with her training. She took the Purple Crystal Soft Jade collected by Er Ming and resumed her cultivation without their involvement. Spirit Hall agents lingered around Shrek Academy, questioning students about Xiao Wu’s whereabouts. The teachers at the academy were deeply worried.

To ensure Ma Hongjun left the academy safely, Liu Erlong intentionally injured him during a demonstration duel. Yu Xiaogang and the headmaster explained to Ma Hongjun that cultivation required various trials and experiences. Understanding their reasoning, Ma Hongjun decided to leave the academy to explore the outside world. After his departure, Liu Erlong revealed that sending the children away was meant to remove distractions, allowing the teachers to confront Spirit Hall directly.

When they arrived to face Spirit Hall, they discovered that the agents had already been defeated by Ma Hongjun. It turned out that he had understood the teachers’ true intentions: they wanted to deceive him into leaving to avoid danger. Wanting to contribute one last time to Shrek Academy, Ma Hongjun had secretly taken action against Spirit Hall. In the end, everyone bid a heartfelt farewell to Ma Hongjun as he left to begin his journey.

Yu Xiaogang received an invitation from Emperor Xue Yue to visit the Heaven Dou Palace. Recently, numerous Soul Masters had gone missing, and the emperor suspected something unusual. He had tasked Crown Prince Xue Qinghe with investigating the matter. The emperor also offered Yu Xiaogang the position of Chief Royal Soul Master, expressing admiration for his ability to train the Shrek Seven Devils, who had earned widespread acclaim.

The crown prince praised the brilliance of each member, especially Tang San, who had left a lasting impression. Impressed by Yu Xiaogang’s educational philosophy, Emperor Xue Yue hoped he could cultivate more talent for Heaven Dou. Yu Xiaogang accepted the invitation. Tang San was eager to absorb the spirit bone, but his impatience concerned Tang Hao. To test Tang San’s resolve, Tang Hao allowed him to attempt it under his supervision.

As Tang San began the absorption process, he fell into a hallucination. In the illusion, Xiao Wu appeared and told him that she missed him so much that she came to find him. She begged him to stay with her, away from the outside world. When Tang San insisted on returning to Shrek Academy, "Xiao Wu" objected, saying they could live together peacefully without involving anyone else.

Recognizing that this was not the real Xiao Wu, Tang San broke through the illusion and successfully absorbed the spirit bone. Tang Hao, pleased with his progress, told Tang San that if he could endure ten of his father’s strikes within five years, he would be allowed to reunite with Xiao Wu. Tang San trained relentlessly and, within three years, managed to withstand ten of Tang Hao’s strikes. Overjoyed, he rushed to find Xiao Wu.

However, upon finding her, Tang San noticed something strange. Xiao Wu insisted she was safe, yet she no longer wore the Blue Silver Grass bracelet that symbolized their connection. When Tang San asked about it, she claimed she had lost it. Realizing something was wrong, Tang San uncovered the truth: he was still trapped in an illusion and had yet to break free.

Tang San finally broke through the illusion and successfully absorbed the spirit bone. Under Tang Hao's guidance, he realized that he must not rush and needed to confront his inner demons—his attachment to Xiao Wu. Tang Hao explained that if Tang San became too fixated on the outcome, he would lose sight of the path he needed to walk. Cultivation required patience and steady progress. With this new understanding, Tang San resolved to proceed methodically.

After absorbing the spirit bone, he entered the Sea of Consciousness and achieved the rank of Spirit Douluo. Tang Hao reminded him not to rush back into cultivation but to first strengthen his physical endurance. The agents of Spirit Hall returned to report to Bi Bi Dong, but they also delivered a message from Yu Xiaogang, asking her to stop harassing the people of Shrek Academy.

Hearing this, Bi Bi Dong was furious, feeling that Yu Xiaogang was always opposing her. Undeterred, she ordered her subordinates to continue searching for Xiao Wu in the forest. Her ambitions were vast—she aimed to consolidate power, unify all Spirit Masters, and ultimately conquer the continent. To achieve this, she not only hunted spirit beasts for her own cultivation but also captured Spirit Masters, making them disappear.

It was revealed that these missing Spirit Masters were victims of Spirit Hall's schemes. One day, Tang San encountered an injured Scaly Beast. Despite Tang Hao's earlier advice to avoid impatience, Tang San believed this was a rare opportunity. He rushed forward to kill the Scaly Beast, intending to make it his first spirit ring for the Clear Sky Hammer.

However, attempting to add spirit rings to both his martial spirits simultaneously overwhelmed his body, and he fell unconscious, critically injured. Tang Hao arrived just in time to heal him. Meanwhile, in the forest, Xiao Wu sensed Tang San's peril and, disregarding her own safety, channeled spirit power to him through the Blue Silver Grass connection. With their combined efforts, Tang San regained consciousness. Tang Hao was furious.

Although Tang San had let go of his emotional attachment to Xiao Wu, he had not given up his obsession with gaining strength, which led him to recklessly endanger himself. Tang Hao sternly told him that someone so reckless would never be capable of protecting his loved ones. Tang San, deeply ashamed, finally understood that there were no shortcuts to cultivation and resolved to train honestly and diligently.

In the Star Luo Palace, Zhu Zhuqing found it difficult to adjust to life in the royal court. She missed the simplicity of Shrek Academy, where life lacked the luxuries of the palace but was much more straightforward. Dai Mubai explained that he had gone to Shrek Academy to escape the royal family's power struggles, while Zhu Zhuqing had sought refuge there to avoid being controlled by her family.

Now that they had defeated Davis and Zhu Zhuyun, they had gained control over their own destinies and should be happy about it. Zhu Zhuqing revealed that she had made a deal with her father: if she could defeat Zhu Zhuyun, she would be allowed to renounce her noble status and travel the continent. Dai Mubai reassured her that, no matter what challenges lay ahead, he would always stand by her.

However, Emperor Star Luo summoned them and declared that since they had defeated Davis and Zhu Zhuyun and become the new heirs to the throne, they must shoulder the responsibilities that came with it. The emperor emphasized that they could not afford to oppose Spirit Hall over a hundred-thousand-year-old spirit beast. He also hinted that Davis and Zhu Zhuyun needed to be eliminated for the stability of the kingdom.

Oscar and Ning Rongrong returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, where they demonstrated the hidden weapons Tang San had crafted. The intricate designs and effectiveness of the weapons amazed the clan's teachers, and they asked Oscar to explain the usage of each weapon in detail. Meanwhile, Ning Rongrong, as the clan's heir, struggled with her training in accounting.

She repeatedly made mistakes, frustrating her father, Ning Fengzhi, who lamented that if she continued this way, she might eventually bankrupt the clan. Rongrong, feeling immense pressure, grew increasingly dejected. Seeing her distress, Oscar comforted her, reminding her that being the heir of a clan was inherently exhausting. It was impossible to please everyone, and she should not place undue pressure on herself. His words reassured her, helping her regain her confidence.

Elsewhere, Bi Bi Dong continued using captured Spirit Masters for her cultivation. Some of the captives accused her of committing atrocities and declared that she would ultimately face the scorn of the world. Bi Bi Dong, unfazed, retorted that once she stood at the pinnacle of power, with the world beneath her feet, no one would dare to despise her. Instead, they would kneel in worship.

Tang San became extremely anxious when he could no longer sense Xiao Wu’s presence. Tang Hao explained that it was likely Xiao Wu had intentionally severed their connection. Meanwhile, Xiao Wu had lost the Acacia Heartbroken Red flower that Tang San had given her. Da Ming searched for it in the lake but couldn’t find it. At that moment, Er Ming said he had discovered some spiritual grass.

Upon seeing it, Xiao Wu recognized it as her missing Acacia Heartbroken Red. Da Ming told her that with this flower, she wouldn’t need the Purple Crystal Radish for cultivation. However, Xiao Wu decided not to use the flower for cultivation because it was a gift from Tang San, and she wanted to keep it as a memento. Xiao Wu prepared to train in a mixed cultivation area where Purple Crystal Radish could be found.

She asked Er Ming to return her Blue Silver Grass bracelet, expressing that Tang San had likely realized his mistake, and she had forgiven him. Tang San continued training under Tang Hao’s guidance. Watching Tang San’s dedication, Tang Hao was reminded of his younger self and began reminiscing about Tang San’s mother. When Tang San asked what kind of person his mother was, Tang Hao described her as a gentle woman who loved them both deeply.

He explained that Tang San’s Blue Silver Grass martial spirit was inherited from her. As per royal law, there could only be one heir, and the defeated Davis and Zhu Zhuyun were to be executed. Dai Mubai brought two cups of poisoned wine to their cell. Although Zhu Zhuqing was reluctant to go through with it, Zhu Zhuyun reminded her that this was the law, and if the situation were reversed, she and Dai Mubai would face the same fate.

Resolutely, Davis and Zhu Zhuyun drank the poisoned wine. However, knowing Zhu Zhuqing’s unwillingness to harm them, Dai Mubai secretly saved them after ensuring they were out of sight. When Davis and Zhu Zhuyun regained consciousness, they were both surprised and grateful. Dai Mubai instructed them to change their identities, leave the empire, and live peaceful lives. Hu Liena entered the Limbo Realm, feeling an oppressive force suppressing her.

Bi Bi Dong explained that the Limbo Realm’s power was far more formidable than what Hu Liena was currently experiencing. Ever since her defeat at the hands of Tang San in the competition, Hu Liena had been determined to train harder, pushing herself to the brink of death to awaken her potential and surpass Tang San.

Pleased by her disciple’s dedication, Bi Bi Dong handed her a spirit bone to absorb and encouraged her to continue training, emphasizing that she must survive the ordeal. In the forest, Xiao Wu was cultivating when she found a Purple Crystal Radish. Overjoyed, she picked it and prepared to leave, but she soon noticed people from Spirit Hall nearby. They seemed to be searching for her.

Hiding quietly, she overheard them talking about capturing her, a hundred-thousand-year-old Soft Bone Rabbit, to claim a reward from Spirit Hall. Suddenly, one of them caught her scent, and Xiao Wu quickly fled before they could find her. Tang San finally earned Tang Hao’s approval, and Tang Hao lifted the seal on him, allowing him to obtain his fifth spirit ring. Tang San came to understand the care and effort his father had put into his training.

Initially, Tang San assumed Tang Hao had chosen a spirit beast for him to hunt, but Tang Hao explained that sometimes adding a spirit ring didn’t require killing a spirit beast. He instructed Tang San to release his Blue Silver Grass martial spirit and sense its essence carefully. As Tang San entered his spiritual sea, he heard a voice calling to him. The voice explained that Tang San’s martial spirit wasn’t merely Blue Silver Grass but the Blue Silver Emperor.

Tang San doubted this, as his Blue Silver Grass martial spirit had always seemed fragile and weak. The voice revealed that it was the oldest living Blue Silver Grass and that all Blue Silver Grass were Tang San’s kin. It offered to help awaken Tang San’s Blue Silver Emperor martial spirit. In this process, Tang San saw a vision of his mother and realized that his Blue Silver Grass martial spirit was inherited from her. Both he and his mother possessed the Blue Silver Emperor’s bloodline. At last, Tang San awakened his Blue Silver Emperor martial spirit.

Xiao Wu sensed that Tang San had awakened the Blue Silver Emperor bloodline, and she was genuinely happy for him. However, Da Ming and Er Ming still opposed her being with Tang San. They believed the human world was too dangerous, especially since Spirit Hall was actively searching for her. Xiao Wu expressed her determination, saying that Bi Bi Dong had killed her mother, and she would not let her go unpunished.

Da Ming warned her not to dwell on revenge, explaining that Bi Bi Dong had gained immense power through the hundred-thousand-year spirit ring from Xiao Wu's mother, making her strength far beyond ordinary. He also reminded her that living with hatred was exhausting. Xiao Wu replied that she intended to live her life to the fullest, not just for herself but also for her mother.

She promised not to seek revenge hastily, but she believed that one day, when her strength grew, she would never forgive Spirit Hall. Moreover, she wanted to contribute something meaningful to the future of spirit beasts and vowed not to retreat in the face of Spirit Hall. The Blue Silver Emperor martial spirit was a legacy from Tang San’s mother, and his fifth spirit ring could evolve according to his body’s changes.

After truly awakening his martial spirit, Tang San told his father that he had seen his mother while absorbing the spirit ring. Tang Hao was deeply emotional and asked where he had seen her. Tang San explained that it was in his spiritual sea, where his mother had also apologized to him. Tang Hao, however, tearfully admitted that it was he who should be sorry, as he had failed to protect her.

When Tang San saw his father coughing up blood in agitation, he became extremely worried and checked Tang Hao’s injuries. He discovered that Tang Hao’s internal organs had shifted from past injuries, and if he were to engage in combat again, it could trigger a fatal relapse. Tang San told Tang Hao that his Tang Sect techniques could heal him, urging him not to fight anyone.

However, Tang Hao insisted that he had many unfinished matters and couldn’t be held back. Left with no other choice, Tang San threatened to take his own life unless Tang Hao agreed to let him treat him when Tang San reached his father’s level of strength. Reluctantly, Tang Hao agreed. Tang Hao then brought Tang San to a mysterious place, saying he could gain great power there.

To pass through the capital of the Netherworld, one had to first drink the Spring of Yellow Springs Dew. Tang San refused, as drinking it was mandatory, but the Netherworld capital respected only the strong. Anyone strong enough could break the rules. Tang Hao encouraged Tang San to train there and instructed him to survive and come back to see him before leaving.

In the Netherworld capital, spirit power was sealed, and Tang San, having trained under Tang Hao’s seal, easily defeated the Nether Guards who blocked his way, earning the Life-and-Death Token and gaining entry to the capital. Meanwhile, Hu Liena was also training in the Netherworld capital and noticed Tang San’s presence. Tang San inquired about the rules of the Netherworld capital. A guide explained that once inside, leaving was not easy. The law enforcement team constantly monitored everyone.

To leave, one had to win a hundred consecutive victories in the Hell Infernal Arena and then successfully pass the Hell Path trial to earn the title of God of Slaughter, which granted free access. However, over the past thousand years, only eight people had achieved this. The Netherworld King ruled this place, and while spirit techniques were unusable within the city, one could rely on spirit power and instincts to survive.

There was no currency; all food was free, but its safety was not guaranteed. As long as one was capable, they could do whatever they wanted. The guide took Tang San to the Hell Infernal Arena, where battles were held in groups of ten, with only one winner. The victor could absorb the spirit power and possessions of the other nine.

Tang San noticed that much of the absorbed spirit power was being funneled to the arena itself, leading him to suspect that the Hell Path might be located beneath it. When Hu Liena saw someone about to attack Tang San, she intervened and killed the attacker, warning Tang San, the "newcomer," to be cautious. She assumed this masked individual wasn’t Tang San, as his skills seemed far superior to what she remembered of him.

She speculated that he might be a disciple of the Clear Sky Sect undergoing a trial. The guide cautioned Tang San to avoid Hu Liena, as her ruthless methods had already earned her sixteen consecutive victories in the Hell Infernal Arena, ranking her among the top one hundred. Oscar and Ning Rongrong went out shopping but were harassed by a couple of street thugs.

The thugs mocked Oscar for being just a support-type spirit master and beat him until he couldn’t stand. At that moment, Wang Zheng appeared and saved the two. After thanking him, they left. Unbeknownst to them, the thugs had been deliberately arranged by Wang Zheng.

Tang San participated in the battles at the Hell Infernal Arena. When he hesitated to kill the remaining nine opponents, the guide reminded him that he could only claim victory when the others were all dead. With no other choice, Tang San killed his opponents. The spectators around him murmured in agreement, saying that he should have done so earlier.

Looking at the blood on his hands, Tang San struggled to accept what he had done, feeling deeply conflicted and tormented. Xiao Wu, sensing his inner turmoil through their connection, comforted him by singing through the Blue Silver Grass. Gradually, Tang San's agitated emotions calmed down. Yu Xiaogang pointed out that the missing spirit masters were usually captured at night and suggested to the emperor to enforce a curfew.

He also advised that groups of five or more should travel together, and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan should assist in securing the other clans. Yu Tianheng dined with Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong, mentioning that their grandfather missed Yu Xiaogang and hoped he could visit with Erlong.

Yu Xiaogang replied that while he knew their grandfather missed him, as the shame of the clan, he believed his grandfather did not truly wish for him to return. Tianheng didn’t understand why Yu Xiaogang had been expelled from the clan just because his martial spirit mutated into Luo San Pao during its upgrade, something that wasn’t his fault. Yu Xiaogang avoided answering and instead told Tianheng that he no longer had a home.

Tianheng then offered Yu Xiaogang some mugwort cakes from their clan, sent by their grandfather. The gesture touched Yu Xiaogang, who deeply missed his clan but felt it wasn’t the right time to return. He hoped to one day make his father proud and vowed to return to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan only when Tang San and his companions stood at the peak of the spirit master world, proving the worth of his theories.

The Star Luo Emperor confronted Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing, telling them that mercy toward their enemies was cruelty toward themselves. He had discovered that the two had secretly let Davis and Zhu Zhuyun go, violating the ancestral rules. As punishment, the emperor decreed that the two pairs would battle, with the victors becoming the crown prince and princess.

Davis and Zhu Zhuyun mocked them, revealing that their actions had been under their father’s watchful eyes all along, leading to their capture. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing, however, still could not bring themselves to harm Davis and Zhu Zhuyun. Instead, the four reached a consensus not to kill each other. Zhu Zhuqing asked the emperor to spare Davis and Zhu Zhuyun if she could reach level 60 by the age of 25.

The Star Luo Emperor doubted the possibility, but Davis promised to accompany Zhu Zhuqing in her efforts. Wang Zheng visited the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. The clan leader invited Ning Rongrong and Oscar to meet the guest. Oscar felt deeply frustrated for failing to protect Ning Rongrong earlier, admitting that if not for Wang Zheng, they would have been bullied. Ning Rongrong, however, found the situation suspicious, noting that Wang Zheng's appearance had been too timely, as if orchestrated.

Wang Zheng feigned humility, claiming it was a coincidence that he encountered Rongrong and joking about their "fate. " Ning Rongrong politely exchanged a few words before excusing herself, saying she felt unwell. The clan leader later spoke with Ning Rongrong, acknowledging that Wang Zheng had likely set up the incident. While his methods were clumsy, it highlighted a potential issue for Ning Rongrong and Oscar in the future.

As a support-type spirit master, Oscar’s combat ability was weak, making it hard for him to protect Rongrong. The clan leader reminded Ning Rongrong that she was the next clan leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, and historically, all clan leaders’ spouses had been battle spirit masters. Oscar, he concluded, was unlikely to become the clan's son-in-law. Oscar overheard this conversation while looking for Ning Rongrong.

Disheartened, he left, realizing that unless he became stronger, he might lose the chance to stay by Rongrong's side. Tang San continued to progress through the Hell Infernal Arena, earning the nickname "King of Shura. " He was on the verge of completing his hundred victories, but his injuries during matches made others attempt to kill him while he was vulnerable.

Tang San defeated all his attackers, but while recovering, he was poisoned by the toxic air of the Netherworld capital. He took some pills but was unsure if they could neutralize the poison. Sensing Tang San's distress, Xiao Wu used the Blue Silver Grass bracelet to heal him. Seeing him recover, she finally felt at ease and began absorbing her spirit ring. Meanwhile, Bi Bi Dong increased the number of people searching for Xiao Wu in the forest. Xiao Wu had reached level 50 and needed to focus on her cultivation.

Oscar told Ning Rongrong that he planned to leave the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. He wanted to test himself in the extreme cold regions and become as capable as a battle spirit master so that he could truly protect Rongrong. Knowing his mind was made up, Rongrong didn’t try to stop him. She offered to go with him, but Oscar refused, reminding her that she had her own responsibilities.

Oscar promised that once he became stronger, he would return for her. Rongrong gave him hidden weapons for protection and urged him to stay safe and come back as soon as possible. In the Netherworld Capital, Tang San heard cries for help and rushed to rescue a young boy. However, under the influence of the malevolent aura, the boy stabbed Tang San with a knife.

Tang San, already injured and affected by the aura himself, nearly lost control and tried to kill the boy. Xiao Wu’s voice snapped him back to reason. Hu Liena arrived and attempted to kill the boy, saying that in a place like this, the weak didn’t deserve to live. Tang San stopped her, arguing that even the weak have their own ways of survival.

He stated that it wasn’t the boy’s fault for being born in the Netherworld Capital and vowed to create opportunities for people like him to have a choice someday. Hu Liena, having been raised under Bi Bi Dong's belief that the weak should perish, was deeply influenced by the malevolent aura. Tang San’s words awakened her from this mindset.

Watching him leave with the boy, Hu Liena reflected on how not everyone was fortunate enough to have the power to choose their fate. In the forest, a little fox noticed a large number of people searching for Xiao Wu. It carried a dropped portrait of Xiao Wu into the forest's core to warn her. While defending its tribe from human invaders, the little fox was severely injured.

When Xiao Wu saw this, she halted her spirit ring absorption and used her spirit power to save the fox despite the toll it took on her body. The interruption caused serious inner damage, and the process of converting the spirit ring became chaotic and agonizing. Tang San, sensing her pain, used the Blue Silver Grass to transfer his spirit power to her to ease her suffering.

Yu Xiaogang learned that Bi Bi Dong was searching for Xiao Wu in the forest, disrupting the spirit beasts and risking the outbreak of a beast tide. He went to the Martial Hall to warn Bi Bi Dong that continuing a large-scale search would only lead to disastrous consequences. Bi Bi Dong, reminiscing about her past with Yu Xiaogang, felt conflicted. She recalled their former relationship, how kind and caring he used to be toward her.

Saddened by the state of their current relationship, she instructed her subordinates to switch to discreet operations to avoid alarming the elders. Hu Liena approached Tang San to ask why the Tang Clan, which had been in seclusion for years, was suddenly interested in the God of Slaughter Domain.

Tang San was puzzled by her question, so she explained that defeating the Hell Road not only granted freedom to enter and leave the Netherworld Capital but also bestowed the God of Slaughter Domain, a powerful domain-type skill. Such abilities are rare and grow stronger as the user’s malevolent aura increases. Tang San realized this was his father Tang Hao’s true intention for sending him to this place. When Hu Liena proposed working together, Tang San refused.

Bi Bi Dong sent people to Gengxin City, ordering the blacksmith association there to pledge allegiance to the Martial Hall to ensure a supply of weapons and armor. Miles, the envoy, initially attempted to bribe the association, but when they remained unmoved, he prepared to use force. However, his plans were interrupted by the leader of the Power Clan, Titan, who had already achieved the rank of Title Douluo.

The Martial Hall's envoys had no choice but to leave in disgrace, stating they would report the matter to their superiors. Titan watched them leave but seemed preoccupied. When asked, he revealed that he had sensed his master’s presence. Shortly after, a strong wind blew through the area, and all the money Miles had brought in his chest mysteriously vanished.

Tang San was about to participate in the Hundred Battles Challenge when Hu Liena approached him with a proposal for cooperation. She explained the secrets of the Malevolent Aura Domain to him. In return, Tang San shared a secret with her: the air in the Netherworld Capital contained a slow-acting poison that made people irritable and restless.

Prolonged consumption of Yellow Springs Dew was akin to drinking poison, as the poison hidden in the blood was likely tied to the Hell Road, using spirit power to tempt people into continued consumption. Tang San gave Hu Liena a pill to suppress the poison, and without hesitation, she swallowed it, expressing her trust in him. However, she noted that Tang San always wore a mask and hadn’t revealed his real name.

Tang San replied that while expressions could be faked, a mask was more reliable, making his current appearance even more trustworthy. He then introduced himself as Tang Yin. For Tang San’s Hundred Battles Challenge, the King of the Netherworld arranged for an Illusion Soul Douluo to fight him. Soul Douluos are capable of using spirit skills.

At the start, Tang San was momentarily caught in an illusion, mistaking it for Xiao Wu calling out to him, and he was struck by an attack. However, he eventually broke free from the illusion, defeated the opponents, and won the match. This victory granted him the opportunity to challenge the Hell Road. Tang San informed the King of the Netherworld that he wouldn’t face the challenge alone—Hu Liena, the Hell Emissary, would join him.

The King of the Netherworld, fearing that their challenge to the Hell Road might disrupt the Netherworld Capital and weaken his spirit power, offered them an exception. He proposed granting Tang San and Hu Liena the title of God of Slaughter, which would allow them to freely enter and exit the Netherworld Capital, second only to his own authority. However, both of them declined the offer.

The King warned that working together on the Hell Road might increase their danger, and once they entered, their lives could no longer be guaranteed. Even so, Tang San and Hu Liena decided to proceed with the challenge. The King reminded them that their identities destined them to be enemies, to which Hu Liena replied, “There are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests. ”As the two prepared to face the Hell Road, the King of the Netherworld opened its gates.

Contrary to its appearance as a refuge for the fallen, the Hell Road had been draining the spirit power of its inhabitants all along. Tang San believed such a place should not exist. Working together, they managed to pass the first trial, defeating a three-headed bat. Hu Liena, surprised by Tang San’s innate domain ability, asked about it. Tang San then realized that the domain had appeared naturally after his second martial spirit awakening.

In the second trial, they encountered the legendary Primordial Beast, the Ten-Headed Fiery Sun Snake. This snake was not only highly venomous but also possessed an inner core. To defeat it, they needed not just power but also unwavering conviction and willpower. The pair successfully cut off six of its heads, but the snake chose to self-destruct. Tang San used the Clear Sky Hammer to prevent the explosion.

Just as they thought they had cleared the trial, Tang San sensed something was wrong. Both of them were plunged into chaos, reliving painful memories from their pasts and turning on each other. Tang San, on the verge of succumbing to the influence, was about to attack Hu Liena. However, he remembered Yu Xiaogang’s teachings: the Blue Silver Grass was not a useless martial spirit, and harboring constant suspicion and hostility would lead to a life of loneliness.

Yu Xiaogang had also told him never to submit to his own dark thoughts. With this in mind, Tang San tried to wake Hu Liena from her torment. Hu Liena, recalling her companion’s teachings—that one must be ruthless against enemies but open-hearted with friends—admitted she could no longer hold on. She entrusted her life to Tang San, hoping he would bring her out alive. If they survived, she would owe him her life.

Seeing that she had lost control, Tang San knocked her unconscious. Tang San finally broke free from his inner darkness, realizing that this trial was the third challenge. Having cleared it, he obtained the Ten-Headed Fiery Sun Snake’s inner core. Meanwhile, the King of the Netherworld was affected by Tang San’s actions—his hair turned completely white in an instant. The King realized he had underestimated Tang San.

Tang San, remembering his vow to give the children of the Netherworld Capital a better future, destroyed the Netherworld Capital. With Hu Liena by his side, he left the Hell Road, bringing an end to the cruel cycle.

Niu Junhong approached the Three Vagabond Swordsmen to sign up for a "Love Training Camp. " He was informed by others that it was actually a scam and had connections to the Spirit Hall. Among them, the worst offender was a man named Bu Le. Niu Junhong found him, paid the enrollment fee, and introduced himself as a spirit master.

He claimed he joined the camp purely to find love, explaining that he wore a mask because of a contagious rash on his face. While there, he indeed spotted Bu Le, whom he had encountered before when he was out with Xiao Wu. At that time, Bu Le had tried to take advantage of Xiao Wu but was subdued by her instead. Seeing Bu Le here, Niu Junhong grew suspicious that there was more going on behind the scenes.

Tang San and Hu Liena both obtained the Malevolent God Domain. Tang San told Hu Liena that she could seize the chance to kill him, but Hu Liena replied that since she had entrusted her life to him once, and he had done the same for her, they were now even. Hu Liena lamented that while she was from Spirit Hall, Tang San came from the Clear Sky Clan.

Tang San warned Hu Liena that if Spirit Hall continued its evil deeds, he would show no mercy if they crossed paths again. Yan and Xie Yue searched for traces of the 100,000-year-old Soft-Boned Rabbit in the Star Dou Forest. However, their large-scale movements alarmed other spirit beasts, triggering a beast tide that caused Spirit Hall significant losses. Meanwhile, Xiao Wu was in the process of converting her spirit ring.

Er Ming heard the commotion and wanted to investigate, but Da Ming reminded him that protecting Xiao Wu during this critical moment was more important. During the process, Xiao Wu fell into a loop of painful memories of her mother being captured by Spirit Hall, reliving the agony of loss repeatedly. Tang San sensed her distress and used his Blue Silver Grass to transfer his spirit power to help her overcome the ordeal.

Ma Junhong noticed that Xiao Jia, a student at the Love Training Camp, had gone missing. When he asked his classmates, he learned that many students, especially spirit masters, had been disappearing lately. Bu Le told Ma Junhong that he would help him "transform" into the next Xiao Jia and invited him to observe his "charm" in action. Ma Junhong saw Bu Le pretending to be the second prince to deceive a young woman for money.

Just as Ma Junhong was about to expose him, a masked young woman stepped forward and revealed Bu Le’s lies. She pointed out that Bu Le’s plain hemp clothing and worn-out shoes were clear signs that he couldn’t possibly be royalty—what kind of prince wouldn’t even own decent clothes? However, the deceived young woman believed Bu Le’s excuse, thinking he was a compassionate prince who empathized with the common people.

Ma Junhong showed her the evidence of Bu Le’s fraud, and upon realizing the truth, the woman slapped Bu Le and left. The masked woman also departed. Ma Junhong captured the Three Vagabond Swordsmen and paraded them through the streets, forcing them to confess to being shameless scammers. He interrogated Bu Le about the missing spirit masters, but Bu Le claimed he didn’t know anything and was merely borrowing Spirit Hall’s name to commit fraud.

Hu Liena reported to Bi Bi Dong that another person had obtained the Malevolent God Domain. Bi Bi Dong instructed her to investigate the individual’s intentions, and if they posed a threat to Spirit Hall, to eliminate them. Bi Bi Dong initially wanted to assign this task to Yan, but Hu Liena volunteered, explaining that since she had interacted with Tang Yin in the Netherworld Capital, she would recognize him more easily.

Bi Bi Dong agreed and ordered Hu Liena to find Tang Yin and, if possible, kill him. Yan, noticing Hu Liena’s admiration for Tang Yin, warned her that Tang Yin was from the Clear Sky Clan, making them destined enemies. Tang Hao took Tang San to Yue Xuan in Star Dou City, instructing him to study there in the future. When Tang San asked what he would learn, Tang Hao replied, "Self-cultivation.

" As they arrived at Yue Xuan, they witnessed Spirit Hall recruiters nearby trying to lure talent. When the recruiters were rejected by a Yue Xuan maid, they began harassing her. Tang Hao stepped in to help, but the Spirit Hall members insulted him and prepared to fight. Tang San had no choice but to intervene, defeating them. Hearing the commotion, Yue Xuan’s owner invited them inside.

It turned out that Yue Xuan’s master, Tang Yuehua, was Tang San’s paternal aunt. Tang Hao explained that Tang San had just returned from the Netherworld Capital and needed her guidance. He entrusted Tang San’s future studies to her. Tang Yuehua asked Tang San to change into Yue Xuan’s attire and follow her.