Chapter 461: Head-on Fighters!

"To the peak again?" Lu Yu snorted coldly, "You speak as if you can take my martial spirit alive."

The old man's face darkened, and he said coldly: "You don't know what's good for you! If that's the case, don't blame me for being cruel and ruthless!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the old man suddenly threw the black bead into the air. The bead immediately emitted a dazzling black light, and countless black chains shot out like poisonous snakes, heading straight for Lu Yu.

Lu Yu's face changed slightly, and he quickly formed seals with his hands. The Fantian Seal instantly appeared from behind him, suspended in the air, exuding a heavy and majestic aura.

"Soul skill! Suppress all four directions!" Lu Yu shouted softly, and the Fantian Seal burst out with a strong golden light, instantly shattering some of the attacking black chains.

However, the black bead suddenly vibrated, as if it sensed some kind of threat, and made a sharp buzzing sound.

"Hmm?" A hint of doubt flashed across the old man's eyes. "This bead is actually afraid of your martial soul? Impossible! This is a soul weapon that I spent decades refining!"

Lu Yu sneered and said, "It seems that your Horcrux is not that good either."

"Shut up!" The old man shouted angrily, and his hand gestures changed. The black beads suddenly expanded, and countless black light threads poured out from them, blocking the surrounding space.

"See how you can escape!"

Lu Yu frowned slightly. He could feel that these black light ribbons were highly corrosive, and even the soul power barrier could not completely resist them.

"If that's the case, let's give it a try!" Lu Yu whispered, his eyes instantly becoming sharp, "Second soul skill! Suppress the spirits and destroy the evil!"

The Fantian Seal shone brightly, and a righteous spirit burst out from the seal, colliding head-on with the black light. Sharp hissing sounds continued to ring out, and the black light quickly dissipated as if it had met its nemesis.

"This is impossible!" The old man's face suddenly changed and he looked at the scene in disbelief.

However, at this moment, the black bead suddenly vibrated violently, as if being pulled by something, and flew straight towards the Fantian Seal.

"What's going on?" The old man was horrified. He stretched out his hand to stop it, but found that he could not control the bead at all.

The moment the bead rushed into the Fantian Seal, a deafening roar sounded, black light and golden light intertwined, and the entire space was shrouded in dazzling light.

"This is impossible! My Horcrux!" the old man screamed in horror.

Lu Yu also felt a shock in his heart. He clearly felt that the power in the black bead was continuously pouring into the Fantian Seal, and the Fantian Seal seemed to be undergoing some changes.

"This power." Lu Yu closed his eyes and felt it carefully. His first three soul skills seemed to be affected by the power of the beads and were undergoing a qualitative improvement.

Seeing this, the old man's face flashed with a ferocious look: "No! We must not let him succeed!"

He suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, and his whole body turned into a phantom, rushing towards Lu Yu, trying to take over his body by force.

However, the moment he approached Lu Yu, a terrifying mental force burst out, knocking him flying backwards.

"Ah!" The old man screamed, and his shadow looked particularly weak.

Lu Yu slowly opened his eyes and looked at the old man with cold eyes: "Take over my body? Just you?"

The old man looked at Lu Yu with horror: "How can your mental power be so strong? What kind of monster are you!"

"You don't need to know what kind of monster I am." Lu Yu sneered, flipped his hand, and the Fantian Seal appeared in his palm.

"Third soul skill, calm the soul and destroy the spirit!"

The Fantian Seal shone brightly, and a huge golden beam of light descended from the sky and landed directly on the old man.

"No! No!" The old man screamed in despair. His shadow quickly dissipated in the light column and eventually turned into specks of dust.

The surroundings returned to calm, with only Lu Yu standing there, holding the Fantian Seal in his hand.

He looked down at the Fantian Seal and frowned slightly: "What exactly is the power in this bead? Why did it cause such a huge change in my soul skills?"

Although he was puzzled, Lu Yu did not think much about it. He clenched the Fantian Seal, took a deep breath, and continued to move forward into the depths of the forest.

In the darkness, his figure gradually disappeared, leaving only a silent battlefield, indicating the fierce battle that had just taken place.

"Your Highness, do you want to ask me what I think of the Spirit Hall?" Lu Yu smiled slightly, his tone calm but with a hint of deep meaning. Looking at the prince sitting opposite him, his eyes were no longer the simple and honest one at the beginning, but revealed a hint of subtle alertness.

"Yeah." Qian Renxue nodded slightly and looked at Lu Yu with a little interest. This young man, who was as low-key as grass and trees at the beginning, gradually showed a calmness and wisdom that did not belong to his age. "You are a citizen of the Tiandou Empire. You should understand the foundation and future of our Tiandou Empire. Have you considered the power of the Spirit Hall in the career you are engaged in?"

Lu Yu slowly lowered his head and thought for a moment, as if weighing his words. "The Spirit Hall..." He paused, "I have always admired it, Your Highness. The Spirit Hall has great power and profound heritage, and is the place that countless Spirit Masters pursue. However, what I yearn for more is the peace and stability that the Spirit Hall can bring to the world."

"Peace and stability?" Qian Renxue raised her eyebrows slightly, with a slight gleam in her eyes. "Then what do you think of the relationship between the Heaven Dou Empire and the Spirit Hall?"

Lu Yu smiled slightly, but did not rush to answer. He looked up at the blue sky outside the window, and his heart was filled with subtle emotions. The Tiandou Empire was where he had lived for twenty years, and its stability and glory seemed to be deeply rooted in his soul. However, the great power of the Spirit Hall often made people feel awe and even desire.

"I believe that if every aspiring person can find a balance between the two, they will be able to make better contributions to the country, the family, and the Wuhun Continent." Lu Yu spoke slowly, his voice still steady.

Qian Renxue stared at him, her eyes full of deep thought. "You mean, you are willing to be loyal to the Heaven Dou Empire, but also acknowledge the strength of the Spirit Hall? There is no conflict in your heart?"

"Conflict?" Lu Yu chuckled, raised his eyes, and his gaze met Qian Renxue's. "I think, Your Highness, a truly powerful person should be able to see multiple aspects of things, rather than being limited to a single perspective. The Heaven Dou Empire has its mission, and the Spirit Hall has its ideals. Everyone has a different position and role in it. I am just a practitioner, and my goal is to achieve a breakthrough and growth in my spirit."

Qian Renxue seemed to be interested in these words. She raised her eyebrows and smiled slightly. "Well said. You are a young man with foresight. Your 'yearning' for the Spirit Hall makes it hard not to wonder whether you will eventually become a member."

Lu Yu's heart was moved secretly, but his face did not show any fluctuation. He raised the corners of his lips, and a hint of ambiguous smile flashed in his eyes. "Your Highness's suspicion is not unreasonable. After all, the Spirit Hall is indeed a place worth following, especially the changes and opportunities it can bring to the world."

Qian Renxue's eyes showed a hint of sneer. "Your words are somewhat ambiguous. It makes people feel that you are pursuing the ideals of the Spirit Hall, but also makes people doubt whether you are loyal to the Heaven Dou Empire. This attitude may cause some unnecessary misunderstandings."

Lu Yu was slightly stunned, then lowered his head and said softly: "I understand your concern. As a citizen of the Tiandou Empire, I will certainly not forget my responsibilities and mission. But if I can fight for opportunities for more people on a bigger stage, it is also a responsibility for me."

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Qian Renxue seemed to be lost in thought. She looked at the young man in front of her and felt a little complicated. She quickly calculated in her mind that Lu Yu was indeed not a simple person. There was no trace of disobedience or radical emotions in his words, but there was a potential and wisdom that could not be ignored. This kind of person seemed to be bound to become a powerful force in the future of Douluo Continent.

She narrowed her eyes and smiled faintly: "I hope you can maintain this mentality, Lu Yu. What the Tiandou Empire needs is loyalty and courage, and the Spirit Hall may be interested in people like you." She paused and her tone softened, "But remember, don't lose your direction."

Lu Yu raised his head and met her gaze, with a subtle fluctuation in his heart. Qian Renxue's words carried a deep warning, but also a hint of temptation.

"Thank you for your reminder, Your Highness." He nodded, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes, "I will keep it in my heart and never forget my original intention."

Qian Renxue's smile deepened, and she nodded slightly. "That's good. I believe you can go further in the future." Her voice carried a faint sense of command, as if she was issuing some invisible instructions.

Lu Yu remained silent, his heart still calm. This was just Qian Renxue's test, but the deep meaning she implied had already caused fluctuations in his heart. The power of the Spirit Hall and the loyalty of the Heaven Dou Empire, the relationship between the two, will sooner or later make him make a choice. And he already had his own plan.

"Your Highness, thank you for your guidance." Lu Yu's voice was still steady, but the light in his eyes became more determined.

Qian Renxue looked at him, as if she wanted to say something, but in the end she said nothing, just nodded slightly, indicating that the topic was over. A question emerged in her mind: Lu Yu, which path will you choose?

In this quiet place surrounded by an ancient forest, Lu Yu walked out of the abyss of meditation with firm steps. In front of him, the familiar grassland was still the place where he once fought against the fear in his heart. Today, it was no longer a lonely battle, but a sublimation brought by the challenge.

"This is the place." Lu Yu stopped and looked far ahead. On the green grass, faint blue light emanated from the shadows, as if some power was guiding him. The air around him also became strange due to some power, and the cool breeze blew, carrying a hint of mystery.

Suddenly, a deep voice came from behind him: "Lu Yu, are you ready?"

Lu Yu turned around and saw the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger. His dark figure almost blended into the forest, and his eyes flashed with purple light. It existed like a ghost in the shadows, but the strong sense of oppression was still clearly visible.

"I'm ready, Master." Lu Yu took a deep breath, and a determined light flashed in his eyes. This breakthrough will completely change his fate.

"Remember, strength is not just a superficial enhancement, it is more about sharpening your heart." Dark Demon Evil God Tiger said in a low voice, "This challenge is not only the sublimation of your soul skills, but also a deep insight into your self-cognition."

Lu Yu nodded. Although his master's words were full of meaning, he didn't have much time to think about them at this moment. He looked forward. The flashing blue light was exactly his goal. The power of the wind was already surging in his body, waiting to be released.

At this moment, Lu Yu felt a powerful force bursting out from his body, as if some mysterious force was calling him, allowing him to merge more closely with the power of the wind.

With a low shout, Lu Yu instantly waved his hands, and a golden light cut through the air, like an indestructible giant diamond seal, smashing fiercely into the void in front of him. Just as the diamond seal was about to hit the target, Lu Yu suddenly felt a strange force flowing in his body, and that force actually instantly increased the speed of the diamond seal, making it faster than ever before.

"The power of the wind..." Lu Yu muttered to himself, with a look of surprise on his face. He felt that the speed of the Vajra Seal was no longer a simple physical attack, but under the blessing of the power of the wind, it became more flexible and deadly. The Vajra Seal instantly passed through the entire space, as if carrying endless wind speed, smashing towards the target in the distance.

"Good! You have mastered the essence of the power of wind." The voice of the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger sounded behind him, full of satisfaction and praise. "Your first soul skill has not only increased its power, but also gained a boost in speed. This is the blessing brought by the power of wind. Your soul skill is no longer limited to a single attack method, but has begun to incorporate more complex elements."

Lu Yu took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and felt the power of the wind in his body combined with his soul skills. He could feel that the power seemed to be integrated with his body, controlling his every movement and every bit of strength. After integrating with the wind, his body seemed to become lighter, and his speed and agility were greatly improved.

"Master, is this change caused by the power of wind?" Lu Yu asked, his voice full of doubt.

"That's right." Dark Demon Evil Tiger nodded. "The power of wind is a very unique energy. It can make your movements more flexible and quick. Not only do you have powerful attack power now, but you can also react quickly in battle and use speed to perform clever tactical operations. This change means that you can control more diverse fighting methods."

Lu Yu concentrated again, his mind racing. This breakthrough was not only an improvement in strength, but also a reshaping of his fighting style. He was no longer the fighter who relied solely on strength and head-on confrontation, but had a flexible fighting style, able to respond more flexibly according to different situations.