Tyrant Sky Martial Soul
Chapter 136 Martial Arts Soul Realm_1

Chapter 136: Chapter 136 Martial Arts Soul Realm_1

It could be said that today’s Wild Ox Power had already shed the shackles of Basic Martial Arts and even surpassed the Transcendental Realm, stepping into a domain that no one had ever touched before.

Ling Xiao had named this realm "Soul Realm."

As the name suggests, it was a realm that involved the integration of Soul Power.

Its power had already surpassed Advanced Martial Arts, comparable to the Beginner Stage of top-level martial arts.

"Eh?"

Upon witnessing this scene, Lin Ze uttered a sound of surprise.

He truly had not expected Ling Xiao’s comprehension of martial arts to have reached such a degree.

It was known that those who had cultivated their martial arts to the Transcendental Realm were rare throughout history, and entering into this unprecedented realm was something he had never heard of before.

This child’s comprehension was simply too astonishing.

Although surprised, Lin Ze did not speak, as realm was one thing while power was another.

He was curious to see what effect Ling Xiao’s seemingly casual punch would achieve.

"Moo—!"

The Wild Ox let out a bellowing cry.

Wrapped in the gang of Gang Qi shaped like a Wild Ox, Ling Xiao charged towards William Turner.

William Turner couldn’t help but sneer, "Ling Xiao, you’re far too overconfident, thinking of creating your own martial arts? Even a Martial Master might not dare to do so!"

Although he perceived there was something special about Ling Xiao’s punch, he didn’t take it to heart.

Still, based on the lesson from his previous loss to Ling Yixue, he instinctively went on the defensive.

His fists waving, a shield made of Gang Qi actually appeared in front of him.

"Vajra Shield!"

"That must be a rare, top-tier martial art, purely defensive, how can Basic Martial Arts break through such defense?"

This was the real thought inside the minds of nearly all martial artists watching the battle.

Ling Feifan also sneered in disdain, "Idiot, do you think this is the Ling Family, trying to dominate with Basic Martial Arts?"

"Bang!"

Ling Xiao’s fists struck the Vajra Shield, indeed unable to advance even an inch.

"Bravo!"

To the shock of the crowd, a voice suddenly exploded near the platform, commending the move.

The onlookers were about to curse at the fool who would cheer at such a moment—still saying bravo?

But as they turned towards that direction, they were instantly dumbfounded.

Because the person who shouted out was none other than Lin Ze.

At that moment, the words on the verge of being spoken by the spectators were swallowed back down.

Yet they still did not understand why Lin Ze would praise the move when it was obviously blocked by William Turner.

It couldn’t be that his praise was for William Turner.

Lin Ze didn’t have that good of a relationship with William Turner after all.

"Pfft—!"

While the crowd was bewildered, William Turner suddenly spit out a mouthful of fresh blood on the other side, his whole demeanor immediately becoming listless.

"What! What’s going on?"

This sudden turn of events left the martial artists with poorer vision dumbstruck once again.

"General, please forgive my ignorance, what exactly happened just now? Was William Turner previously injured by Ling Yixue?"

Lin Chen asked in confusion.

"Didn’t you feel it? Ling Xiao’s punch, the truly terrifying aspect was its attack on the soul!"

Lin Ze said with a smile, "Such talent, truly a talent. Young man, it seems the General has failed to recognize a gem! Your talent surpasses that of anyone present, including the General himself!"

This evaluation was indeed very high.

It was known that Lin Ze had broken through to the Ninth Layer Pinnacle of Martial Veins around the age of thirty, opening up nine Martial Meridians.

If he said Ling Xiao’s talent was even better than his, didn’t that mean Ling Xiao could also break through the Ninth Layer Pinnacle of Martial Veins before the age of thirty?

"The General’s praise is too generous!"

Ling Xiao bowed with a smile and said.

This attack on William Turner was but a trial for him; honestly, he hadn’t expected William Turner to be so fragile, vomiting blood from a single move.

He still had many techniques that he had not yet deployed.

For instance, integrating soul attacks into the "Falling Star Fist" and the "Heavy Shadow Sword Technique".

Not to mention, he hadn’t even used his Martial Soul yet.

Is this over already?

"No, no, no, what misplaced favor! This general never speaks falsely or emptily, you truly are the most talented martial prodigy I have ever seen!"

Lin Ze walked over excitedly and patted Ling Xiao on the shoulder as he spoke.

He’s a genius?

Then what am I?

Although William Turner spat blood, his injuries weren’t severe.

After all, he was at the pinnacle of the Martial Meridian Sixth Layer, and while his soul was wounded and in great discomfort, his anger made him momentarily forget the pain of his soul.

"General Lin Ze here. If you are willing to join the Border Guarding General’s Mansion, let’s be friends,"

Lin Ze said to Ling Xiao with a smile.

His demeanor was just like that of someone chatting with an old friend not seen for many years.

His words, once again, took everyone present by surprise.

"General, isn’t this a bit much?" Lin Chen also felt a spark of jealousy.

After all, he had followed Lin Ze for a long time, and at most, Lin Ze merely treated him as an apprentice; yet here was Ling Xiao, who had only just met Lin Ze, being offered friendship.

If he wasn’t jealous, that would be the real surprise.

"Lin Chen, you understand me—do I need to explain such matters?"

Lin Ze merely glanced at Lin Chen and spoke indifferently.

However, these words struck Lin Chen like the evening drum and the morning bell, awakening him instantly.

Though Ling Xiao was young,

his talent was astonishing, and he would eventually shock not only Baiyun Province but also the entire Northern Han Kingdom and even the Human Sacred Dynasty.

What could be wrong with befriending such a person?

Although Lin Ze was a high-ranking general and a master at the Ninth Layer Pinnacle of Martial Veins, he had the vision to look to the future.

He saw the terrifying potential in Ling Xiao.

"I am honored by your generous offer, General, but Ling Xiao is unworthy!"

Ling Xiao had the sense to know his place. Though his potential was good, potential was just potential after all, and it must not be converted to arrogance until it transformed into true strength.

"There’s nothing ’unworthy’ about it. From now on, you, Ling Xiao, are a friend of mine, Lin Ze. Anyone who dares to touch you will be offending me!"

Lin Ze gave Ling Xiao a few more hefty pats on the back and burst into hearty laughter.

He was truly happy.

After many years of searching without finding a suitable successor, he had finally encountered one—how could he not be elated?

"Alright then, if that’s the case, Ling Xiao will no longer decline."

Once may be modesty, but twice would seem like a refusal of kindness.

After all, if Lin Ze, a martial artist at the pinnacle of the Ninth Layer of the Martial Veins, was willing to be your friend and you still were not pleased, it would be a disgrace to Lin Ze’s reputation if word got out.

Besides, Ling Xiao truly did aspire to become Lin Ze’s friend, for he had always admired the distinguished general.

"Junior sister, it seems that coming to Dragon Gate Harbor was indeed the right choice."

Ling Yixue revealed a smile more beautiful than the plum blossoms of winter, almost casting the young martial artists present into a daze.

Seeing Ling Yixue’s smile, and witnessing Lin Ze’s treatment of Ling Xiao, Ling Feifan below could scarcely bear it.

And William Turner on the stage was grinding his teeth in resentment.

"By the way, Ling Xiao, I haven’t formally invited you to join the Border Guarding General’s Mansion yet—are you willing?"

In truth, there was no need for Lin Ze to pose such a question.

Because he is the Border Guarding General!

A martial artist at the Ninth Layer Pinnacle of the Martial Veins!

He didn’t need to save face for Ling Xiao!

But he asked nonetheless!

Because he truly saw Ling Xiao as a friend—and as his future successor.