Chapter 25: chapter 25 Jun tianlin's killing intent and Ye Lingling's martial spirit
"Hmph you overestimate yourself" Aldo sneered He was delighted the gap in soul power between them was almost ten levels yet Jun Tianlin still dared to fight Aldo couldn't wait to see him get beaten.
"Shushan Sword Technique stormblade!" Tianlin initiated his move the strongest of Shushan's entry level sword techniques and with one strike the sword moved as swiftly as the wind and struck as fiercely as the thunder showcasing Jun Tianlin's strongest offensive technique besides his soul skill frostbite edge
"first soul skill Ring Impact!" Sensing the danger of the technique Chu Jie quickly responded.
A metallic clang echoed as Jun Tianlin's sword collided with Chu Jie's copper ring and although Jun Tianlin was forced back three steps but his strike also managed to knock the ring away and despite their difference in soul power and with Chu Jie utilizing his soul skill the two had fought to a draw This meant that if Jun Tianlin and Chu Jie had both the same power level then Jun Tianlin would have easily defeat him.
"Damn it! I didn't expect a mere one-ring soul master to have such strength" Chu Jie cursed "In that case… second soul skill: Ring Bind!" Chu Jie activated his most powerful skill The copper ring enlarged and swiftly enveloped Jun Tianlin and locking his body in place Jun Tianlin secured himself against the ring with his sword preventing it from shrinking further.
"Ready to surrender?" Chu Jie taunted, "With your level of soul power you can't possibly break free from my hold."
"Surrender? Are you joking?"Jun Tianlin shot back defiantly. "This weak restraint won't hold me for long! First soul skill: frostbite edge!" Jun Tianlin's soul ring glowed and as he unleashed his first soul skill The demon sword began cutting into the edge of the copper ring and visible signs of cracks began forming.
"What is this weapon martial spirit?! Its power is too high!" Chu Jie shouted panic creeping into his voice "Come on! I can't restrain him much longer if this continues!"
Jun Tianlin didn't expect that Chu Jie a Tianzhi-level student would stoop so low that Not only was he bullying someone weaker but he also had the audacity to call for others to gang up on him.
Aldo was thrilled as he'd been waiting for this chance and With Jun Tianlin restrained Aldo felt the moment of victory was near since he Lack any sense of dignity and on the contrary he relished on exploiting a weakened opponent and Summoning his Sun Flower he activated his second soul skill "Flower Storm."
Trapped by Chu Jie's ring Jun Tianlin was unable to dodge or block and was soon engulfed in Aldo's storm of sharp petals and his body was quickly lacerated with numerous cuts and On top of that Aldo's lackeys joined in attacking Jun Tianlin with wolf fangs,dog claws, and whip strikes.
And Watching this Aldo laughed triumphantly. "This is what happens when you cross me!"
"You're all despicable" Jun Tianlin growled the severe pain fueling his anger In a sudden burst he consumed a third of his soul power pushing it his frostbite edge to its maximum and finally shattering the restraint.
As if sensing his rage Jun Tianlin's demon sword emitted an ominous blue glow. "Seven Killings Sword Technique: Spreading Murderous Intent!" For the first time Jun Tianlin was truly furious and his killing intent surged and gathered around him with The temperature seemed to drop and the surrounding air grew heavy with dread causing Aldo and his lackeys to shiver in terror.
"Kill!" Jun Tianlin muttered and launched himself at them.
In mere moments several attackers lay on the ground with each having a long bloody slash across their chest However he spared the underlings and directing his fury toward Chu Jie and Aldo instead.
Chu Jie unable to move after his ring was broken was defenseless as Jun Tianlin's sword sliced off one of his ears and leaving him writhing in pain on the ground Next was Aldo who paralyzed with fear dropped to his knees and begged "Please! I'm sorry! Forgive me, I was wrong! I'll never do it again!"
But Jun Tianlin was beyond forgiving and swung his sword towards Aldo's head Just then a soothing female voice rang out from nearby, "nine hearts flowering apple!"
Petals drifted down from above that radiate a soft healing glow Jun Tianlin's wounds began to close and even the cuts on his opponent's chests stopped bleeding and started to scar over but of course Chu Jie's severed ear would never return.
"Enough What they did was wrong but killing them would cross a line" the girl's voice said calmly.
The words made Jun Tianlin pause and he diverted his sword slightly but Like what happen to Chu Jie Aldo lost an ear as punishment.
It had been deliberate Jun Tianlin wasn't about to kill anyone but also wasn't letting them off without consequences so cutting an ear each was his way of making a statement.
"Oh why were you so impulsive?" The girl sighed as she stepped into view Bathed in moonlight Jun Tianlin finally got a clear look at her She was a beautiful girl with short silver hair and a calm expression and holding a nine hearts flowering apple and with two yellow soul rings circling her She too was a Grand Soul Master and have the legendary nine hearts flowering apple martial spirit.
Only one person in the original story had such a unique spirit "Are you… Ye Lingling?" Jun Tianlin asked guessing her identity.
Ye Lingling nodded without a surprise and As one of the academy's beauties and possessing the Nine-Heart flowering apple so she was well-known and although she didn't speak much she silently healed everyone present she is Cold on the outside but kind in the inside.
With Ye Lingling's help Jun Tianlin's injuries healed completely Other than his torn clothes and some expended soul power he looked as if nothing had happened Truly the world's most powerful healing martial spirit lived up to its name.
"For Senior Sister Lingling's sake I'll let you go this time" Jun Tianlin scowled at the others gripping his demon sword. "Now get out!"
Without another word the terrified nobles eager to save themselves carried their unconscious leader away in a hurry.
Ye Lingling retracted her nine hearts flowering apple and turned to Tianlin "They won't let this go They'll likely use their family's power against you so be cautious."
"Thank you for your advice Senior Sister" Jun Tianlin replied smiling and thinking This senior was truly kind.
Not everyone at heaven dou Royal Academy was trash and there were indeed genuine geniuses here.