"A dignified Titled Douluo, to actually be so fearful of a young person? Why?"
"I don't know, I've never imagined witnessing this before my own eyes. Is this still the strongest on the continent, the Titled Douluo?"
"And it's the renowned Ju Douluo. In my impression, Titled Douluos are always high and mighty, yet here they are showing this side."
...
The army was abuzz with discussion; the Martial Soul Empire's forces, already lacking morale, became even more dispirited upon seeing this.
The city wall was suddenly destroyed, coupled with inferior military strength. Though there were many Soul Masters, the opposing numbers made up for the lack of Soul Masters. Originally, they had confidence, especially with a Titled Douluo present, but witnessing this scene, they were left in shock.
Ju Douluo's heart was filled with terror; he wanted to flee but knew it was impossible, so he could only beg Ye Yu.
Ye Yu coldly said, "All of you in the Martial Soul Hall must die."
Ye Yu unleashed his Martial Soul, the battlefield was shrouded in golden light, dazzling like the appearance of a sun.
Once everyone adjusted to the intense light and looked over, their eyes widened in horror.
"One, two, three, four..."
They counted with disbelief, both armies were stunned.
"My God! Nine Soul Rings! It's a Titled Douluo!"
"So young and already a Titled Douluo? He seems to be only twenty years old? How can this be?"
"I can't believe it! And why are all his Soul Rings gold?"
"No need to wonder why; our Tian Dou will surely triumph!"
...
The Tian Dou Army was ecstatic, whereas the Martial Soul Empire's forces were completely devoid of morale, each individual filled with terrifying fear.
The battle commenced; one side was high in morale and strong in numbers, while the other was weak in morale and numbers, making the outcome clear.
Moreover, Ye Yu's poison covered the rear supplies, so fewer troops were needed to guard, thus the entire Tang Sect joined the battle.
The Tang Sect's participation made up for some deficiencies on the Tian Dou Empire's Soul Master side, turning the battle completely one-sided; the Martial Soul Empire's army was slaughtered into a rout, losing morale and filled with panic and fear, wanting only to escape.
Ju Douluo knew Ye Yu wouldn't spare him, for the Martial Soul Hall nearly caused Ye Yu's family's demise in the past.
Ju Douluo could only clench his teeth, giving his all to seek a sliver of hope.
Ju Douluo's nine Soul Rings converged as he tried to escape but was stopped by Tang San.
"Get out of my way!"
Blocked, Ju Douluo was furious, his Miraculous Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum shot out as his Seventh Soul Ring activated, the chrysanthemum enlarging to over ten meters in diameter.
At this moment, Ye Yu mockingly said from the side, "Your Miraculous Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum has grown larger, huh? Is it because of my last attack?"
Ye Yu's taunt made Ju Douluo tremble with rage, instantly understanding its meaning.
"Damn it!"
The previous attack had truly shattered his chrysanthemum, leaving scattered wounds on the ground, flower fallen with broken heart, sometimes seeking relief with nothing to hold back, dirtying his pants, causing extreme humiliation.
Yet, he was powerless against Ye Yu.
The enormous chrysanthemum collided with Tang San's Trident of the Sea God, locked in a stalemate, then Ju Douluo dove into the chrysanthemum, shining golden light, merging human and Martial Soul, his momentum stronger.
However, Tang San's attacks were fierce; the hundred-thousand-year Soul Bone attack combined with the Trident's skill halted Ju Douluo.
Ye Yu moved swiftly, saying, "Xiao San, go deal with those scattering Soul Masters from the Martial Soul Hall; leave this to me."
"Okay."
Tang San departed, Ju Douluo was heavy-hearted, attacking with all his might, but Ye Yu didn't even undergo Dragon Transformation, just a punch strengthened by various Soul Techniques and Soul Bone augmentation sent Ju Douluo flying.
The Miraculous Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum shattered, Ju Douluo saw stars, blood seeping from his mouth and nose, his body aching.
Ju Douluo pleaded, "Ye Yu, spare me, you know I merely acted for my position; everything was under the Pope's orders. If you spare me, I'm willing to join the Tian Dou Empire and help you against the Martial Soul Empire. I'm a Titled Douluo too; you know the value of a Titled Douluo."
Ye Yu's voice was cold: "When my father faced a Celestial Tribulation, you didn't act because your strength couldn't let you near the battle. Back then, did your Martial Soul Hall think of sparing my parents? You chose to exterminate, this grudge must be avenged!"
Ju Douluo's heart sank entirely into the abyss, no longer holding any hope.
Ye Yu looked down: "A Titled Douluo is rare on the continent; you understand a Titled Douluo's status, yet you display such behavior, even less than a Soul Warrior with backbone."
Ju Douluo bitterly smiled: "Indeed, as a Titled Douluo, why should I humble myself? To reach today's circumstances is my own fault, greedy for Martial Soul Hall's wealth and honor, otherwise, I wouldn't be in such condition. If there's another life, to choose to live again, I'd surely become a free Soul Master. Freedom in life, freedom in choice, far more important than power, position, money."
On the verge of death, Ju Douluo grasped realization.
Ju Douluo ignited his fighting spirit, solemnly spoke: "To die by your hand is no injustice. You will surely become a God, and when you do, you'll definitely be the strongest God. Thus, to die by the hand of the future strongest God, my death will be worthwhile. But I won't resign to this; even if you're unbeatable below Godhood, even if you already possess the strength that your father had during his Celestial Tribulation, I will fight! With all my might!"
Ye Yu plainly said, "That's not bad."
"Ah!!"
Knowing he would die, Ju Douluo's momentum fully exploded, fighting desperately, letting go of all concerns, abandoning his desire for life and survival, no longer fearing, burning all his Soul Power.
When a Soul Master prepares to fight to the death, greater combat power is unleashed, not to mention a Titled Douluo.
Now, Ju Douluo burning all his Soul Power, Life Energy, and fighting spirit, his combat power even at level ninety-seven cannot be underestimated.
But even so, in Ye Yu's eyes, it was still insignificant and weak.
Ju Douluo appeared crazed, ferocious, sacrificing everything to inject all his Soul Power into the Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum; his Ninth Soul Ring atop him flickered, black light enveloped, turning the sky dim.
Under the dim sky, the Miraculous Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum, swelling with vast Soul Power, restored and gleamed golden, its diameter reaching thirty meters, massive.
The terrifying power made the Tian Dou Army tremble, witnessing the terrifying strength of a Titled Douluo.
Ju Douluo's voice was enchanting as he shouted each word, while the Miraculous Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum shone brighter.
"Chrysanthemum... shattered..., the wounds... scattered across... the ground..., flower... fallen... with... broken... heart!!!"
As the final word fell, the enormous Miraculous Heaven-Reaching Chrysanthemum exploded, the sky cascading as if with golden meteor rain.
Each chrysanthemum petal, like a golden crescent blade, swept out in thousands, forming a giant golden tornado, rushing toward Ye Yu.
The Tian Dou Army was terrified; if this move was aimed at them, the Tian Dou's hundred-thousand soldiers would surely suffer casualties of a fifth!
Moments ago, Ju Douluo's demeanor made them doubt, is this a Titled Douluo? But now they understood he truly was a powerful Titled Douluo.