I Can See Your Combat Power
Chapter 1818 - 249: A Lesson

Chapter 1818: Chapter 249: A Lesson

Any "product" is most precious during the research and development stage. Once production truly begins, it is no longer as important.

Thus, when Tang Luo killed two Dragon Beasts with a single glance, Cao Lie wasn’t particularly moved. On the contrary, he felt somewhat delighted.

As he had judged, Tang Luo indeed had pinnacle achievements in the path of the Soul Mark. This technique of bypassing his rules and King Will to erase a Soul Mark was something Cao Lie longed for.

Therefore, his attitude remained as cordial as before, speaking to himself: "What a pity, these two Dragon Beasts were originally promised as finished products for the Mao Sect and Corpse Sect. But never mind, once we reach Luyang, with you joining hands with me, we can create even better ones for them whenever needed."

Such a degree of one-sidedness bordered on mania.

So Tang Luo was baffled by Cao Lie’s confidence: "That day on Red Cloud Mountain, this king made it very clear. Did you not understand?"

"That was then, this is now."

Cao Lie, confident, smiled and said: "But ultimately, the decision lies in your hands. If you are unwilling, I will not force it."

As he spoke, Cao Lie cast his gaze towards Du Sha, who was trying to make sense of the situation in the valley, and said with unabashed happiness: "It’s just that I happened to receive some news. Aside from meeting you, there is another task to accomplish here in Red Cloud."

"In Chaochang City, a mighty warrior under Devil Lord Gou Chen’s command, Star General Jiao Su, such a person might suppress the beastly nature and become my greatest masterpiece. What do you think?"

Gazing quietly at the kingly figure amid the clouds, Tang Luo calmly replied: "I believe you cannot do it."

"Why?"

"The King Will cannot erase Du Sha’s determination."

"Such resilient willpower in a warrior is indeed rare."

Recalling the fierce resistance when the King Will descended upon him, Cao Lie nodded in approval: "But there will always be a way. For instance, I heard he has a beloved lover and a treasured relative. As long as a chink in his Dao Heart is made, I can tear open an entire world. Do you not believe I can achieve this?"

It was clear that Cao Lie’s demeanor was very calm as he spoke, as if discussing a broken waterwheel on a ditch or crushing a small insect among vegetable leaves.

Not at all like discussing life, family, much less feeling guilt for what he intended to do.

This was a species that, after transcending, truly separated itself from humanity.

There was really no need to be angry with such a "thing," nor any need to continue the conversation.

Tang Luo’s voice was indifferent as he issued a final ultimatum to Cao Lie: "You still can’t do it, because I will not allow it!"

"Hahaha, I really love your confidence!"

Standing among the clouds, Cao Lie spread his arms and laughed heartily, as if to embrace Tang Luo from afar: "So, when do you plan to head to Luyang with me?"

"It seems you truly don’t understand human language."

Having lost patience, the Divine Light revolved in Tang Luo’s eyes, and naturally the Dao Realm descended to cover the area.

Originally merged with the Great Thousand World, the two King Domains collided, turning the sky of the valley into two colors. At the middle line of the Dao Realm’s friction, countless Primary Qi transformed into streams of light scattering and falling upon rocks and trees, sparking embers.

The Unparalleled Institute’s principal’s response left Cao Lie a bit surprised: "Do you intend to fight me?"

"It’s not a fight, it’s a lesson!"

The words barely settled when the natural Dao Realm ground over Cao Lie’s King Domain. In Luyang King’s slightly discolored expression, a segment of mysterious, inexplicable information flowed from the divine eye into the Great Thousand.

Though the Dao Realm was suppressed, Cao Lie, facing the advancing natural domain, laughed. Even though developments were somewhat beyond his expectations, sparring between the two would indeed facilitate future cooperation.

More importantly, it clarified the hierarchy and prevented more fatal conflicts from occurring in the future.

This was indeed a fair arena for the duel, though hastily arranged, it was time to display some capabilities.

The purple imperial dragon robe fluttered without wind, the solid King Will transformed into a sharp blade, slicing through the natural Dao Realm from bottom to top.

With hands behind his back, Cao Lie had Divine Light emitting from all seven orifices, and powerful intentions formed countless intricately-crafted Spirit Art models of astonishing scale, projecting them into the Great Thousand.

If a Martial Saint from the Bu Family of Martial Saint Mountain were present, they would be amazed. Firstly, because of Cao Lie’s martial prowess, and secondly, because the opponent could simulate an effect comparable to the Sacred Martial Body with his immensely powerful King Will.

Such a figure, in the entire history of Xiehe martial arts, appeared but a few.

Engaging in battle with such a figure was like standing against the whole universe. Cao Lie with King Will simultaneously constructed dozens to hundreds of Earth Level Spirit Arts. The transcendent Spirit Injuries caused by three transformations would ceaselessly batter even a King Body to shambles.

Furthermore, with the addition of the power of laws, anyone under such a fierce assault would feel utter despair.

If any king faced such a scenario, they would immediately erect a domain and craft laws to find a resolution.

Yet, Tang Luo seemed oblivious to these dangers, systematically advancing his domain forward, as if the looming threat was merely thin smokey mist, easily dismissed.

Cao Lie frowned slightly, as though for a moment he thought Tang Luo too arrogant, but then he felt a faint unease.

In Xiehe, perhaps there are kings with personality or emotional flaws, but never foolish ones.

The greatest folly is arrogance. Perhaps before the battle, kings might assume certain victory, but in true combat, they surely respond carefully to every attack unless...the attack poses no threat at all.

But what kind of King Body would regard Spirit Arts empowered by three transformations as insignificant?

Watching as the Spirit Arts took shape, Cao Lie fell into thought.

Gazing at the opponent in the distance with seven orifices glowing with Divine Light, Tang Luo felt calm, even slightly amused.

Since ascending to the King Realm with a subsequent change in his eyes, he had not favored combat with others, feeling that in such circumstances, engaging others amounted to bullying.

Take Cao Lie before him, certainly a very powerful Martial Arts Monarch.

Though the Dao Realm strength was mediocre, his vigorous intentions were unmatched, even surpassing the Hundred Herbs Divine Monarch by a margin.

His martial skill prowess was indeed astounding, constructing dozens of Earth Level Spirit Art models simultaneously, something Tang Luo couldn’t achieve.

It wasn’t a lack of control or spirit, but a lack of so many Earth Level Spirit Art model samples within him.

If this were a duel of masters or a clash at the start of the King Realm, Cao Lie’s martial accumulation alone could offset the bloodline disparity.

Unfortunately, this was a battle just a step before sainthood. Competing over the construction of Spirit Art models? Comparing whose intention is stronger?

To put it bluntly, that was too low-level. Tang Luo felt it appropriate to give the proud Cao Lie a lesson on the way of kingly combat.

Thus, the rule he cast into the Great Thousand through the divine eye translates to: Command the Heavenly and Earthly Qi to drift freely without restraint; command all things not to be led by a king’s will; command Primary Qi not to perform a third condensation.

Without Qi filling them, the frameworks of Heavenly Spirit Arts are just frameworks.

Looking at the number above Cao Lie’s head, Tang Luo didn’t believe he could fill so many models with his original Spiritual Power!