Battle Through The Heavens : I Am The Thunder Emperor

Chapter 207: Uncle Snake Takes Action

As soon as Mo Yu spoke, all eyes were immediately fixed on him in shock.

A young man who had only recently begun his journey, no matter how talented, could not possibly have the experience to confidently challenge Yun Shan, the former sect master of the Yun Lan Sect. Yun Shan was not only a renowned figure for decades but had also recently ascended to the rank of Dou Zong!

The gap between a Dou Huang and a Dou Zong is immense. Only by becoming a Dou Zong can one truly rise above the common people.

Even figures like Jia Xing Tian and Fa Ma showed disbelief in their eyes. Many assumed that Mo Yu had lost his mind, thinking that a bit of talent made him invincible.

Even Hai Bodong, who was on their side, looked at Mo Yu with utter confusion. However, Ling Ying, recalling a mysterious Dou Zun he had recently encountered, seemed to have a thoughtful expression as if he had figured something out.

Xiao Yan, seeing his cousin step forward, had a flicker of emotion on his resolute face. But knowing Mo Yu's usual wisdom and his extraordinary talents, he thought that maybe Mo Yu really had a plan to deal with Yun Shan. Xiao Yan suddenly remembered his master, Yao Lao, who had been in a deep sleep for a long time. After obtaining the Seven Illusionary Green Spirit Saliva from the Nalan family, he had hoped to wake Yao Lao, but it didn't work. If Yao Lao were awake, Xiao Yan wouldn't have been so helpless, watching as his cousin Mo Yu faced danger alone.

In the arena, Mo Yu wasn't concerned with the thoughts of those around him. Seeing Yun Shan step forward, he knew it was his time to act. After all, a Dou Zong was a significant force, even in the vast Dou Qi continent. Even if Ling Ying, Hai Bodong, and the Seven-Colored Python teamed up, they might not be able to take him down.

In the original story, Xiao Yan managed to leave the Yun Lan Sect safely not because Yun Shan was merciful but because the Seven-Colored Python accidentally awakened the soul of Queen Medusa during the battle. After evolving into the Seven-Colored Python, Queen Medusa's combat power was on par with a Dou Zong. Because of this, Yun Shan decided not to pursue the matter further.

However, the awakening of Queen Medusa's soul was a matter of chance, something Mo Yu couldn't control. He couldn't count on Yun Shan beating the Seven-Colored Python to provoke Queen Medusa into appearing. What if Queen Medusa's soul didn't wake up? Would he just stand by and watch as Yun Shan killed the Seven-Colored Python?

Realizing this, Mo Yu abandoned the idea. He was cautious by nature and wouldn't take such a risky gamble. Besides, having previously helped Snake Uncle obtain the Royal Blood Essence Fruit, he now had the means to defend against a Dou Zong.

"You must be Mo Yu. To have defeated Yun Leng, you certainly have some talent. The Yun Lan Sect hasn't seen a disciple as exceptional as you in nearly a century. But talent alone doesn't equal strength. You think you can challenge me? It's too soon for that. However, today, I'll teach you a lesson and show you that the Yun Lan Sect's authority is not to be challenged!" Yun Shan looked at Mo Yu with a calm yet authoritative gaze, as if he were the ruler of the entire empire, delivering judgment.

Having reached the Dou Zong level, Yun Shan was confident that the Yun Lan Sect could break free from the royal family's control and become the true ruler of the empire. Despite Yun Shan's words, Mo Yu's expression remained calm, his face as serene as still water. He said nothing but slowly closed his eyes. He knew that no amount of talk would help now. Only strength could get them out of this situation.

Seeing Mo Yu's strange behavior, Yun Leng hesitated for a moment, then smirked coldly. To be so careless in front of the old sect master, this kid must have a death wish! Yun Shan's brows also furrowed slightly. He didn't understand Mo Yu's actions, but if the boy wanted to die, so be it.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Yun Shan's figure split into a shadow that raised its fist, unleashing a terrifying force aimed directly at Mo Yu's head. Down below, both Hai Bodong and Jia Xing Tian looked on with grave expressions. They realized that even with their combined strength, they wouldn't be able to withstand Yun Shan's shadow. A Dou Zong was truly terrifying!

Just when everyone thought Mo Yu was doomed, a powerful surge of energy suddenly radiated from him, rippling outwards. The shadow that even Hai Bodong couldn't handle suddenly froze in place and, under the stunned gazes of those below, exploded with a muffled sound.

Everyone stared in shock at the spot where the shadow had been, even Jia Xing Tian and the others were momentarily at a loss.

"That power…" Ling Ying murmured, hovering in the air as he watched Mo Yu, sensing the overwhelming energy that had just erupted from him. "To wield the power of the Seven-Winged Purple-Gold Serpent… Mo Yu truly deserves the young lady's favor. Even in our clan, with this kind of talent, he could rank in the top five."

Xiao Yan, too, was shocked by the powerful force that Mo Yu had unleashed. His eyes lit up with excitement as he muttered, "Cousin Mo Yu really does have a trump card!"

"What's going on? Mo Yu's power seems to have suddenly jumped several levels?" Fa Ma asked, turning to Jia Xing Tian in astonishment.

"I… I don't know. The aura he's emitting… it's stronger than mine," Jia Xing Tian replied with a wry smile, feeling almost numb. He had already been shocked countless times by this young man under twenty, and this latest revelation felt like one shock too many.

Jia Xing Tian then turned to look at Xiao Yan. He had originally thought Xiao Yan winning the Alchemist Competition was impressive enough, but it turned out his cousin was even more monstrous. Shaking his head, Jia Xing Tian made a silent decision: the royal family must not become enemies with the Xiao family. The Xiao family's twin dragons were even more terrifying than the rumors suggested…

On the chaotic battlefield, the disciples of the Yun Lan Sect stood in stunned silence, unable to process what they had just witnessed. The entire sect was momentarily paralyzed by the overwhelming power Mo Yu had unleashed.

As the shadow dissipated, Yun Shan immediately sensed it and turned to Mo Yu with a serious expression. The overwhelming aura that had erupted from Mo Yu gradually receded, eventually being fully reabsorbed into his body.

Lowering his head slightly, Mo Yu's eyes, now glowing with a purple-gold light, glanced coldly at Yun Shan. His voice, though calm, echoed like thunder across the sky: "So you're a Dou Zong. Don't be a frog in a well. Today, I will leave, and your Yun Lan Sect does not have the power to stop me."

Yun Shan's face darkened, and an aura no weaker than the one Mo Yu had just unleashed began to surge from his body. He frowned and said, "I underestimated you. I didn't expect you to have such terrifying power hidden within you. No wonder you were so confident. But I suspect this power doesn't truly belong to you, does it?"

With his experience, Yun Shan knew that no matter how talented Mo Yu was, it was impossible for someone under twenty to have the power to match a Dou Zong. He had quickly deduced that the power didn't entirely belong to Mo Yu.

"It doesn't matter whose power it is. What matters is that I can wield it as if it were my own," Mo Yu replied, raising his hand as a strange purple-gold energy surged forth, causing the surrounding space to tremble slightly.

"Hmph, relying on external forces to artificially boost your strength. It's just a cheap trick. I don't believe you can maintain this power for long," Yun Shan sneered. "No matter what your true strength is, you've injured elders of my sect. If I let you leave unpunished, how can the Yun Lan Sect maintain its reputation in the Jia Ma Empire?"

"Feel free to try," Mo Yu said, his face remaining indifferent. A hint of a wicked smile appeared on his lips as the purple-gold light in his hand flared up. He showed no fear in response to Yun Shan's words.

(End of Chapter)

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