Chapter 1256: Disgraced
Xiang Shaoyun had absolute confidence in his Nether Soul Domain, not only because of the domain's prowess but also because he had his saint soul in the domain.
"Imperial Nether Domain? You're not the only one with it. I have one too," said Ming He with a smile as he released his Nether Soul Domain.
The two Nether Soul Domains crashed into each other. Instead of an intense collision, the two domains fused into one single domain, with each of them on one side and controlling one side. They would have to rely on their capabilities to suppress the other.
Ming He was a pure imperial nether devil whose understanding of the Nether Soul Domain surpassed Xiang Shaoyun's. Using his rune, he seemed to have turned his domain alive and started devouring Xiang Shaoyun's domain. A powerful force crushed forward, trying to trap Xiang Shaoyun.
Xiang Shaoyun could feel a great pressure as his domain was being suppressed. If this continued, his domain would disappear, and his opponent would trap him. He immediately activated the Light of Wisdom to think of a solution while observing how his opponent controlled the Nether Soul Domain.
He found that his Nether Soul Domain was not weaker than his opponent's. In fact, his domain was much bigger. Logically, he should be the one doing the suppression.
Inwardly, Ming He was incredibly shocked. He was already a Devil Saint, yet his Nether Soul Domain was only this big. As a Sovereign, Xiang Shaoyun's domain was actually much bigger than his. If Xiang Shaoyun entered the Saint Realm, his domain would grow even stronger.
While Ming He was busy trying to devour Xiang Shaoyun's domain, he realized something as he muttered, "To truly display the Nether Soul Domain's might, I need to activate the power of my bloodline and dig out the potential of my rune."
He then fully unleashed his bloodline power. This was the very first time he had done so. The rune on his forehead became even clearer, emanating a noble aura that caused his bearing to change into something sinister yet charming.
The moment the rune was activated, Xiang Shaoyun sensed the profundity of his Nether Soul Domain. He instantly comprehended it and started counterattacking by controlling the domain with his rune. The so-called clash of two Nether Soul Domains was, in fact, a process of absorption. The stronger domain would hold the advantage and devour the other domain.
Xiang Shaoyun's Nether Soul Domain had been growing nonstop since he had awakened it, growing to an inconceivable size. With his rune's manipulation, it started revolving and devouring his opponent's domain. He could feel that his domain was much more powerful than his opponent's, and his confidence grew.
"Bring it on! I thought you were challenging me? Let's battle to our hearts' content!" shouted Xiang Shaoyun in excitement.
Only the Imperial Nether Clan's unique rune could fully display the might of a Nether Soul Domain. After understanding that point, Xiang Shaoyun was confident that his domain would be even more powerful in the future.
The so-called Nether Soul Domain, as known by the humans, was also known as the Imperial Nether Domain by the Imperial Nether Clan. Xiang Shaoyun's body was only at the Sovereign Realm, but he had a saint soul. Thus, it was understandable why his Nether Soul Domain was so powerful. It had been weaker prior to this only because he didn't know that he needed to manipulate it using his rune. Ming He's face turned unsightly when he felt Xiang Shaoyun's domain start to devour his domain.
How did this kid learn how to use the Imperial Nether Domain so quickly? I refuse to believe I can't stop him! thought Ming He as he started countering with all his strength.
However, all resistance was futile before Xiang Shaoyun. With the awakening of his rune, his Imperial Nether Domain was unstoppable. The only thing Ming He could do was helplessly leave the domain before retreating far away to avoid being pulled into the domain. Otherwise, he would be fully suppressed in the domain, making his chances of victory even slimmer.
Xiang Shaoyun did not give chase. He withdrew his domain and said, "What else do you have? Bring it on."
He had a feeling that in terms of innate abilities, he wasn't inferior to any Imperial Nether Clan member. One could suppress him only if one had a much higher cultivation level.
"You're remarkable, but you're still not a pureblood. Even your cultivation is lower. Just accept your defeat," said Ming He as he attacked again.
Ming Cigeng wanted to stop the fight, but he decided against it after some hesitation. He also wanted to see Xiang Shaoyun's limits. Ming He attacked with the Netherhell Palm, unleashing a palm that seemed to have arrived from the depths of hell. Instantly, the palm reached Xiang Shaoyun. He was unable to escape in time and was caught in the palm. No matter how he struggled, he remained trapped in the palm.
Ming He was clearly determined to make things difficult for Xiang Shaoyun. Xiang Shaoyun was heavily slammed into the ground. Even his vision grew hazy. If his body wasn't tough enough, that slam might have shattered his bones. Ming He did not seem satisfied with that one slam. He grabbed Xiang Shaoyun and slammed him in a different direction.
"You really think you're a big deal just because you have a tiny bit of our bloodline in you? Before me, you are not qualified to be cocky," said Ming He arrogantly.
"This should be enough, Prince Ming He. Please stop torturing him," Ming Cigeng persuaded.
"Um. I only gave him a tiny lesson so that he knows to respect a prince like me," said Ming He, confident that this humiliation would teach Xiang Shaoyun humility.
Just as Ming Cigeng was about to step forth to help Xiang Shaoyun up, Xiang Shaoyun jumped back on his feet. His forehead was dyed red with blood while his bones felt like they were breaking. His entire body was aching. This person had clearly shown him no mercy. He felt incredibly gloomy.
"Trying to end this after giving me a beating? Dream on," said Xiang Shaoyun furiously.
"You're not Prince Ming He's match. Just come with me," Ming Cigeng persuaded.
The advice went ignored. Xiang Shaoyun released his soul clone and utilized another innate ability: Nether Yin Gate.
Abruptly, a black hole appeared out of thin air. An incredibly sinister and cold aura leaked out from the hole, causing everyone's hair to stand on end. When the surrounding Imperial Nether Clan members saw the gate, their eyes widened, and they stood up with their mouths agape in shock.