Douluo's Spiritual Pearl and Divine Sword

Tianlin glanced at the torn cloth strip on his chest and sighed softly, "What a powerful claw technique. Is this one of the self-created soul skills inherited from the Blue Electric Tyrant dragon clan?"

"Yes, these are the Seven Claws of the Coiling Dragon!" Yu Tianheng retracted his dragon claws and said"I can see that what you used just now was a set of basic swordsmanship but It is impossible to defeat my family's soul skills with that. Why aren't you using the Seven Kills Sword Technique?"

Tianlin smiled faintly "Alright, if that's what you want. Then take this move—The Murderous Intent Spreads!"

As he spoke, an overwhelming murderous aura surged around him, making everyone's hair stand on end. Yu Tianheng knew that such a powerful aura would instill fear in anyone and that fear would suppress their will to fight causing their combat effectiveness to plummet.

But Yu Tianheng was not one to be intimidated. Clenching his fists he met Tianlin's gaze head-on and roared"Thunder Dragon Claw, Thunder Dragon Breaking Wind!"

Tianlin knowing that basic swordsmanship wouldn't suffice, decided to fight seriously. He activated his first soul skill, and the ice-cold aura intertwined with Yu Tianheng's thunderstorm. Swords clashed with claws, and lightning clashed with ice, creating a breathtaking scene.

Suddenly, Yu Tianheng changed his tactic and his dragon claws retracted into fists, and blue lightning crackled, roaring like a dragon. He was gathering strength for another attack.

Seeing this Tianlin prepared his sword and thought to himself, Is his first soul skill similar to mine—an enhancement-type?

With a deafening roar, Yu Tianheng unleashed his power "Thunder Dragon Punch!"

A massive dragon formed from lightning shot toward Tianlin. Without hesitation Tianlin swung his sword down "frostbite edge, go!"

The immense ice power of frostbite edge collided with Yu Tianheng's lightning dragon, and the two forces neutralized each other. Neither gained the upper hand.

From the sidelines Meng Shenji, one of the academy elders, sighed with admiration "This is just like watching a battle between a young Sword Douluo and Thunder Douluo Though they are only spirit grand master their strength is comparable to that of a spirit ancestor."

Yu Tianheng, wiping sweat from his brow, chuckled. "Xiaotian, you're truly formidable. But how will you handle this next move? Second soul skill, Thunderbolt!"

His powerful second soul skill gathered several bolts of lightning and converging them into a single, devastating strike aimed at Tianlin.

In response, Tianlin's second soul ring lit up "Infernal Frost dominion!"

Two powerful sword energies, one burning hot and the other freezing cold, shot toward Yu Tianheng's lightning. The clash was intense and with both sides unleashing their full strength.

Though Tianlin used six parts of his strength, Yu Tianheng went all out. Their powers collided in the center of the field, locking them in a stalemate.

Spectators began to murmur"Tianheng has the upper hand" some whispered. Those who had bet on Yu Tianheng's victory were visibly excited.

But Tianlin remained calm and he smiled confidently. "Victory doesn't depend on this one strike."

To everyone's shock, Tianlin suddenly withdrew his power, allowing Yu Tianheng's lightning to surge toward him unchecked.

"Xiaotian, dodge! I can't control it anymore!" Yu Tianheng shouted with a panic in his voice. His attack was too powerful—if it hit Tianlin directly, it could cause severe injury or worse.

However, Tianlin remained calm. He raised his sword again and whispere "frostbite edge."

In an instant, his first soul skill reactivated, and the overwhelming ice power completely neutralized Yu Tianheng's lightning attack.

"Haha! Tianheng, you've lost your chance!" Tianlin grinned and charged forward and slashing with his sword.

Yu Tianheng quickly raised his dragon claws to block the attack, but the force of the strike sent him flying backward across the field.

Tianlin didn't give him time to recover. He executed the final move of Shushan's entry-level swordsmanship—Strong Wind and Thunder and The rapid sequence of attacks aimed directly at Yu Tianheng's vital points.

At the last moment, Tianlin adjusted his aim. Instead of piercing Yu Tianheng's heart, the sword struck his shoulder.

Yu Tianheng activated another defensive soul skill, "Thunder Dragon Body Protection!" His hands became encased in lightning and forming protective gloves. He grabbed the blade of Tianlin's sword, trying to stop the attack.

But Tianlin shook his head. "Tianheng, stop struggling. You can't block my sword anymore."

With a final surge of strength, Tianlin's sword cut through Yu Tianheng's defenses, leaving a deep frostbite on his palm and a bloody mark on his shoulder.

The spectators were stunned. "What's going on? Why did Tianlin suddenly become stronger?" Dugu Yan, Yu Tianheng's companion asked anxiously.

Meng Shenji explained "No, Tianlin didn't suddenly become stronger. It's Yu Tianheng who became weaker. His soul power has been suppressed."

Bai Baoshan and Zhilin, two other academy elders, nodded in agreement "Tianlin's second soul skill must have a weakening effect and He sealed Yu Tianheng's soul power during their exchange."

On the field Yu Tianheng finally realized something was wrong "Why can't I use my soul power? What's happening?"

He examined his hands and noticing that his second soul ring had turned gray and unable to activate "What? Even my second soul ring is sealed?"

Tianlin chuckled "It seems you've figured it out. My second soul skill, Infernal Frost dominion, doesn't just attack but It also seals soul power and during our exchange, I sealed at least seven levels of your soul power."

Yu Tianheng clenched his fists, unwilling to accept defeat and he tried to activate his second soul skill again, but it failed.

"Forget it" he sighed in resignation"Xiaotian, I concede."

Hearing this Tianlin sheathed his sword "Good decision. This was just a friendly match, after all."

Yu Tianheng smiled bitterly "Your second soul skill is far too domineering. I wasn't expecting to be completely sealed like this."

The crowd was in awe of Tianlin's victory. Though both fighters were spirit grand master, Tianlin's mastery over his soul skills gave him the edge.

Meng Shenji nodded approvingly"This boy… He's more formidable than we thought. He truly has the potential of a future Sword Douluo."

As the match ended, Tianlin helped Yu Tianheng to his feet"Good fight, Tianheng. We'll spar again sometime."

Yu Tianheng nodded. "Next time, I won't lose."

With that, the two warriors left the field, their battle forever etched in the minds of those who witnessed it.