Supreme Dragon Martial Soul-Chapter 345 - 21: Plan Ahead, Storm the Divine Bridge!

"That old fox, I have no idea what tricks he has up his sleeve..."

Luo Cheng, with his acute perception, walked far away but could still sense Qin Douyuan’s gaze brimming with murderous intent!

Shaking his head, Luo Cheng pushed aside these distracting thoughts.

If soldiers come, bring generals to block them; if water approaches, use soil to stop it!

Worrying was useless now. The only thing he could do was to strengthen himself as much as possible, to prepare in advance and ward off future perils!

Back at Qingxuan Peak, Luo Cheng headed straight for his master Chen Xuan’s practice hall.

When he arrived at the practice hall, there were already two people standing outside in the square.

It was none other than Chen Lingyu and Lin Xiaoyun!

"Luo Cheng!"

Seeing Luo Cheng, Chen Lingyu briskly approached him, puffing up her round cheeks, and spoke angrily:

"Why are you only coming back now? You had Lin Senior Brother and me worried sick these past few days!"

"Got delayed on the road,"

Luo Cheng replied with a faint smile as he glanced at the two of them.

Though it had only been a month, their auras had grown much stronger.

Especially Lin Xiaoyun, whose entire presence now felt more restrained—deep, like the ocean.

"Senior Brother Lin, did your Martial Arts Realm make a breakthrough?"

"Huh? You actually noticed!" Chen Lingyu exclaimed in surprise.

When she saw Lin Xiaoyun, she only felt that his temperament was slightly different, but she hadn’t expected Luo Cheng to discern the changes at a glance.

Lin Xiaoyun smiled faintly, "In that battle during the Outer Sect Tournament, though I lost an arm, it shattered the shackles within my heart. My Martial Arts Realm has entered the Human Martial Integration stage, and I am on the brink of achieving the Divine Bridge!"

Luo Cheng nodded. "Congratulations, Senior Brother!"

Some crumble into despair in the face of adversity.

Others rise, growing stronger with each challenge!

Lin Xiaoyun clearly belonged to the latter category. With such unyielding determination, it was impossible for him not to become powerful.

At that moment, the sound of footsteps echoed as Elder Chen Xuan emerged from the main hall.

"Master!"

Luo Cheng walked forward and saluted respectfully.

Chen Xuan nodded, then sighed. "You’ve returned too late. We set off for Jinyu Peak tomorrow. There’s no time for you to train in the Washing Body Pond."

Chen Xuan had originally planned for Luo Cheng to refine himself in the Washing Body Pond before the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition.

With Luo Cheng’s already formidable physique, the quenching of his body in the Washing Body Pond would have elevated his power to staggering new heights!

But now, there was no time.

Changing the subject, Elder Chen Xuan said, "Luo Cheng, come with me to meet Elder Qin Douyuan."

Luo Cheng was taken aback. "Meet him?"

Chen Xuan nodded. "He’s a member of the Crown Prince Hall. If you fail to claim first place in the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition, the Eighth Prince Jin Min will undoubtedly seize the opportunity to make trouble for you. By then, it will be too late! Let us go and apologize. Considering my face, Qin Douyuan should withdraw the bet."

Luo Cheng shook his head. "He won’t agree. And even if he did, I wouldn’t! I’ve done nothing wrong. Why should I bow my head and apologize?"

Chen Lingyu tried to persuade him, "Luo Cheng, don’t act on impulse. Haven’t you heard? Luoxia Sect’s Outer Sect disciple Yan Qingshuang has already achieved Human Sword Integration Perfection!"

"And Fierce Cloud Sect’s Outer Sect disciple Hua Jingyang is even more extraordinary. He killed an Awakening Vein Realm First Layer powerhouse two months ago! His strength has likely reached unimaginable heights. You aim to secure first place in the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition..."

Her words trailed off.

Luo Cheng laughed boldly, "Don’t worry. Since I’ve returned, I naturally have the confidence to claim first place in the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition!"

"Oh?"

Chen Xuan was surprised by Luo Cheng’s confidence and curiously asked:

"What progress have you made this past month?"

Without hesitation, Luo Cheng condensed and withdrew his Primordial Breath Technique, channeling his Essence Energy.

In an instant, his entire aura shifted dramatically.

Boom!

A powerful wave of Essence Energy burst forth from him, accompanied by an immense sword intent soaring skyward. His presence now resembled a treasure sword unsheathed, brimming with terrifying explosive power!

Caught off guard, Chen Lingyu and Lin Xiaoyun were both forced to take a step back!

"Tongxuan Realm Third Layer Peak! And this sword intent... Human Sword Integration Middle-stage!"

Chen Xuan gasped sharply.

Even though he had been somewhat prepared, he was still startled by Luo Cheng’s incredible display of strength.

"Tongxuan Realm Third Layer Peak!"

"Human Sword Integration Middle-stage!"

Chen Lingyu and Lin Xiaoyun stood stunned, staring at Luo Cheng with wide eyes.

They distinctly remembered that during the Outer Sect Tournament, Luo Cheng was only at the Tongxuan Realm Second Layer Peak!

To cross an entire Great Realm and reach Tongxuan Realm Third Layer Peak in one month—this cultivation speed was unheard of!

Not to mention, Luo Cheng had also comprehended Human Sword Integration Middle-stage!

The cultivation of the Sword Dao Realm was excruciatingly difficult!

Across all the Outer Sects of the Three Great Sects, perhaps less than a handful of swordsmen had reached Human Sword Integration Middle-stage!

Snapping out of his daze, Chen Xuan burst into hearty laughter:

"Excellent! Truly excellent! If you can secure first place in the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition, you’ll become a great hero of the Xuanyuan Sect!"

"Tomorrow, I will personally lead the team to take you to Jinyu Peak!"

Hearing this, Luo Cheng’s eyes glimmered.

He had been worried that the elders leading them to Jinyu Peak would all be from the Crown Prince Hall.

With his master Chen Xuan accompanying them, he was far more at ease!

Chen Lingyu couldn’t help but exclaim, "Your cultivation speed is monstrous! If word gets out, it’ll shock countless people and leave them utterly humiliated!"

Chen Xuan mulled it over for a moment before speaking, "Let’s keep this a secret for now. We’ll reveal everything once the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition concludes."

Because of the bet between Qin Douyuan and Luo Cheng, he worried that if this information leaked, members of the Crown Prince Hall might target Luo Cheng.

Moreover, the Xuanyuan Sect had endured humiliation in the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition for many years.

Chen Xuan wanted Luo Cheng to shine bright during the tournament, restoring the Sect’s honor and pride!

"Understood!"

Both Chen Lingyu and Lin Xiaoyun agreed in unison.

The master and disciples spent some time discussing cultivation matters.

As evening fell, Chen Xuan instructed the three to rest well and prepare to gather at the Outer Sect Square at dawn the next day for departure!

Bidding farewell, Luo Cheng returned to the Xuanyi Residence. freeweɓnøvel.com

In the Practice Field,

Luo Cheng sat cross-legged on a meditation mat, eyes closed.

Within his Dantian, a single Blood Drop swirled, radiating dazzling blood-golden light—resembling both metal and jade, shimmering with brilliance.

Feeling the immense vitality contained within the Blood Drop, Luo Cheng took a deep breath.

"It’s time to put you to use!"

After meeting Qin Douyuan today, Luo Cheng’s sense of crisis had intensified.

Whatever scheme the other had, he could only respond with unrelenting strength and adaptability!

Luo Cheng resolved to refine the Blood Drop in his Dantian and attempt to ascend to the Divine Bridge.

Once he achieved the Divine Bridge, he could wield his Martial Soul, amplifying his combat power!

Additionally, achieving the Divine Bridge would allow him to start cultivating the Second Layer of the All Heavens Dragon Control Technique!

"Don’t disappoint me!"

With a thought, Luo Cheng’s mind controlled his Essence Energy to enshroud the Blood Drop, beginning the process of refining it.

Rumble!

The moment the refinement began, the Blood Drop exploded violently, releasing torrential waves of blood energy that surged throughout Luo Cheng’s body!

Instantly, his bloodline roared like thunder, swelling with power, while his skin exuded faint traces of blood-golden energy.

It was the sign of a body pushed to its limits, with blood energy seeping outward!

"Truly domineering!"

Luo Cheng marveled inwardly.

But having experienced refining the Martial Soul Essence of an Awakening Vein Realm powerhouse before, he stayed composed, methodically channeling his Essence Energy to refine the immense qi contained within the Blood Drop!