Soul Land 5: The Rebirth of Tang San

Chapter 571: Shared Joy

This Adamant Nymph warrior's defense was as strong as the armguards it wore, but its opponent's attacks were relentless, like the surging waves of the Endless Blue. As it retreated step by step, the pressure it felt was not only physical but also mental, amplified by the God-Slaying Sword and transmitted directly into its sea of consciousness through the God-Killing Domain. The terrifying killing intent oppressed its sea of consciousness, making it extremely painful. The Adamant Nymph could only do its best to endure.

Big Cat's previous matches had been the same—constant suppression and frenzied attacks from start to finish. The God-Slaying Sword in his hand carried a bit of the Disorder Wind Splitting Hammer technique Tang San taught him, combined with the devouring and repelling effects of the Lion-Tiger Golden Force. Each slash he delivered made his connection with the divine sword stronger, and the Lion-Tiger Golden Force, the God-Killing Domain, and the God-Slaying Sword gradually merged. In other words, each slash only made the next slash more powerful!

Behind Big Cat, the enormous figure of a Lion-Tiger appeared, constantly letting out frenzied roars. The intense killing intent actually caused ripples in the atmosphere. At the same time, the light in Big Cat's eyes grew stronger and stronger. He felt that his attacks were incredibly smooth and satisfying. At this moment, he was at his absolute peak; never in his life had he felt so strong.

He was also at the peak of the ninth order, and he was now starting to feel the threshold of the next level.

Yesterday, the Golden Lion King had assured him that regardless of the outcome of the upcoming matches, the Golden Lion clan would fully support his breakthrough to godhood.

This acknowledgement from the Golden Lion clan, low-profile though it was for now, made him feel quite elated. He knew clearly that at this moment, he had begun to stand at the peak. As long as he became stronger, the entire lion race would become his vassals. The Lion-Tiger clan would no longer be a cursed clan they despised but a truly powerful entity.

Boom!

The Adamant Nymph was slashed and sent flying by his blow; one of its armguards shattered and a deep indentation appeared on its arm.

Big Cat took a deep breath. He grasped the hilt of the God-Slaying Sword with both hands, and the God-Killing Domain suddenly contracted. At the same time, his Lion-Tiger Golden Force surged to its peak.

In the sky, dark clouds began to form. Big Cat's eyes burst with platinum light as he shouted, "Die!"

The match ended in the next moment. The Adamant Nymph contestant was simply smashed off the stage, and the fact that it was only left with a deep gash on its torso rather than being chopped in half could only be attributed to its astonishing defense. The divine weapon's advantage and Big Cat's power reaching an unprecedented peak, practically the level of a half-step god, left no room for doubt or suspense.

Big Cat was in the semifinals!

This match did not overly excite the audience; there had been no heart-wrenching back-and-forth and very little flashiness. However, true experts could see that Big Cat and the divine sword in his hand had reached a state of unity. With the enhancement of the God-Killing Domain, his physique, bloodline power, and spirit were fully aligned, and he could hardly be closer to a breakthrough to godhood. Once that happened, his value would skyrocket. No clan would refuse a tenth-order powerhouse.

When Big Cat returned to the waiting area, Tang San was already there waiting for him. n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

"Congratulations," Tang San said with a smile.

A smile also appeared on Big Cat's stern face. "The same to you."

The two raised their right hands and slapped them together, saying nothing more. After all, they were both men; what other words were needed?

The referee on the stage was announcing that since Meng Dede could no longer compete, Asura automatically advanced to the next round. Since they were in the same bracket, Big Cat and Asura would meet in the first match, competing for a spot in the final.

With the first bracket's semi-finalists decided, the next matches would determine the semi-finalists for the second bracket. And the first to compete was the current top favorite of the entire Ancestral Court Elite Tournament, Mei Gongzi!

This time, Big Cat didn't rush to leave. Instead, he stood in the waiting area with Tang San to watch the upcoming match.

"I heard you performed a miracle yesterday and took down Meng Dede," Big Cat said.

Tang San smiled and nodded. "Just got lucky, I guess. It's all thanks to her skill."

Big Cat glanced sideways at Tang San. "Is that so? I wasn't there, but I've heard about the whole process. It didn't seem like her power to me."

Tang San also threw him a long-eyed glare. "Why so serious? She and I are partners; when we’re fighting as a team, we are more powerful. It makes sense, no?"

"Heh, I suppose it does. It's a pity there's no three-on-three match; otherwise, the three of us together would be great."

"Maybe there will be a chance in the future. And speaking of the future, what are your plans after the competition? Will you stay with the Golden Lion clan? I guess once the competition is over, some Emperors might want to recruit you. Have you thought about how to respond?"

"Yes, I won’t respond at all. I'll stay with the Golden Lion clan temporarily. They've agreed to help me break through to godhood. Once that’s done, I'll leave the Ancestral Court."

"To go back and get your clan?"

"No, what for? My clan is living quite well. I don't think there's any place that would make them feel more comfortable than Golden Valley. Actually, I just asked the Golden Lion King for supplies. As for leaving Golden Valley, forget it."

Tang San asked in surprise, "You're not taking the Lion-Tiger clan to join the Golden Lion clan? That would be the best for you in your current situation."

Big Cat firmly shook his head. "You humans have a saying: when drinking water, don't forget the one who dug the well. The Peacock Demon clan's power shift is coming, and from the way you are with her, it's clear you will inevitably get involved. How could we leave at a time like this? You will face immense pressure, and I will stand with you. The Lion-Tiger clan will stand with you too."

Tang San looked at him deeply. He neither accepted, nor refused; he simply raised his hand to pat Big Cat's broad shoulder. Indeed, they were both men. What other words were needed?

Big Cat's meaning was clear. Without Asura, there would be no "current situation" for him or the Lion-Tiger clan. Had it not been for Asura helping them solve the bloodline conflict, the clan would have been facing extinction. Now, Big Cat had become strong and reached an agreement with the Golden Lion clan, but he could not and would not forsake his friend and benefactor. He would stay in Kali City to help Asura and face all the challenges together. This was the Lion-Tiger clan's way of repaying Asura.

The moment Asura solved the life-threatening issue of the Lion-Tiger clan and saved Little Cat, Big Cat and the entire Lion-Tiger clan became his most steadfast ally.

At this moment, cheers suddenly erupted around the arena. The thunderous cheers were all for one person.

Today, Mei Gongzi wore a long white dress that complemented her peacock blue hair, looking stunningly elegant.

From being an unknown contestant at the start of the competition to becoming the top favorite, she had earned the audience's recognition through her strength. This made the spectators re-evaluate the Peacock Demon clan, which once had a Demon Emperor but now was confined to a corner. Undoubtedly, Mei Gongzi was seen as an extraordinary genius of the Peacock Demon clan.

Mei Gongzi walked onto the stage with a calm gaze. Compared to when she first entered the competition, she was now full of confidence, confidence in her own strength.

Constantly facing strong enemies, gaining combat experience through these battles, and with Tang San's help, continuously improving her strength. She constantly refined her abilities and found new ways to use them. This competition not only earned her fame but also allowed her strength to soar.