Chapter 52: The Uncontrollable Lu Qingyun

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Faced with such a scene, everyone felt a wave of tension. Encountering a Sea King Beast might be considered fortunate, as it could bring them a delicious prize. Yet meeting a Sea King Beast also meant facing an extremely terrifying crisis. The Sea King Beast was a truly fearsome existence. Although it couldn’t wield absolute control over the elements, it could still manifest overwhelming power. Especially in the sea—it was their home turf!

Looking at this dreadful Sea King Beast, Lu Qingyun felt a strange sensation but kept it to himself. He sensed something unusual within his Azure Dragon Martial Soul—a very special state. It was like hunger gnawing at him, a desperate craving for sustenance. A powerful hunger coupled with an intense allure toward food. This voracious appetite was something Lu Qingyun had never experienced before; whether it would happen again remained uncertain.

This emotion distracted Lu Qingyun, as if he were truly starving and seeking something to eat. At that moment, Elder Hong spoke once more.

“Everyone who can act, strike now. Even if you can’t give it your all, you must at least disrupt it. I need to gather strength for a single blow to control it.”

“We’re all on the same ship—I need your help!”

Such words coming from someone as mighty as Elder Hong brought a heavy pressure. Some sect members immediately charged forward without hesitation. After all, this was their chance to shine before everyone. They needed fresh blood to strengthen their sects. Even the head of the Crane Immortal Sect personally chose to intervene and try to recruit Lu Qingyun. Other sects wouldn’t hesitate either. Demonstrating their sect’s strength now would surely attract followers.

Just as Lu Qingyun was about to move, Meng Tianhai spoke quietly from the side.

“I think it’s better if you don’t act now. The situation is very unusual, and I fear the Cui family might strike underhandedly.”

“If you act amidst the chaos, I worry you won’t be able to fend them off. There will be people eager to make a show, and the Cui family might reward them for it!”

Meng Tianhai rarely spoke, and he seemed to have little to say otherwise. He had always trusted Lu Qingyun’s excellence and never felt the need to intervene. But now, at this critical moment, he couldn’t allow Lu to risk himself.

Lu Qingyun looked at him with some confusion and asked, “How do you know I was about to act?”

Since Meng Tianhai had been incapacitated, Lu Qingyun thought he couldn’t have known much. But Meng Tianhai smiled lightly.

“A starving camel is still bigger than a horse. I’m no elder, but I do have some experience. The power within you has changed strangely.”

“This restless, eager feeling—I can’t explain it either. But under these circumstances, I think it’s best not to act rashly. It doesn’t seem to be of much benefit to you.”

Meng Tianhai’s serious expression left no doubt he wasn’t joking. Lu Qingyun understood his meaning and responded earnestly.

“I’ve never felt like this before. Why has it suddenly appeared? I can hardly control my body.”

“My entire state is strange. It feels like my Martial Soul is about to burst free. I have to use all my strength just to keep it in check…”

He had kept this to himself earlier because he didn’t fully understand it. Now, someone who understood made him feel relieved.

Meng Tianhai nodded slowly.

“I can’t say exactly what’s happening, and I don’t know if it’s good or bad for you. But be cautious.”

“If you truly can’t control it, maybe you should unleash it completely. Perhaps that will bring great benefits—though I’m uncertain.”

A hint of guilt showed in Meng Tianhai’s eyes as he looked at Lu Qingyun, as if many words were left unsaid.

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Lu Qingyun saw his difficulty and spoke gently, “You don’t need to be burdened by any emotions. I’m eager for someone to understand me. As for what I can achieve, I’ll leave it to fate.”

“There are too many changes in this world. Since we cannot control it, we can only accept it…”

As they spoke, the great ship suddenly rocked violently again. Lu Qingyun tensed, unsure what would happen next.

A piercing roar erupted from the Sea King Beast, causing everyone to clutch their ears in pain. This scream was nerve-racking, as if it could shake souls. The most terrifying thing was the special power hidden within that sound.

Elder Hong shouted loudly and a golden bell-shaped aura appeared around him. The bell expanded until it enveloped the whole ship. As cultivators, they had studied many techniques. Some balanced offense and defense, others chose extremes—either focusing solely on attack or on invincible defense.

Elder Hong’s current display was of the latter. Though he released a golden bell, it radiated an overwhelming sense of terrifying defense. Lu Qingyun felt that even with all his strength, breaking through it would be impossible.

The three-headed Sea King Beast grew furious, wildly attacking the golden bell with its three heads.

*Clang clang clang...*

Each strike produced a heavy, muffled sound. Everyone felt their chests tighten as an invisible force accelerated their heartbeat. Those rushing forward were repelled.

The power was terrifying. Elder Hong gritted his teeth, hovering midair to withstand the beast’s assault. Waves surged and the ship rocked violently, causing dizziness and unbearable pain.

At this moment, it was clear Elder Hong could not defeat the Sea King Beast alone.

Lu Qingyun also fell into a strange state.

*Ding!* The system announced: “War Novice defeated the Sea King Beast, received divine-level reward!”

Lu Qingyun froze. He was only at the ninth stage of Body Cultivation, not even reaching Qi Gathering stage. Asking him to fight such a powerful Sea King Beast was absurd.

He tried to communicate with the system, but it remained silent.

Looking at the terrifying Sea King Beast, Lu Qingyun felt a rare tremor of fear. He knew that even with all his strength, attacking the beast would only end in defeat. His power was like an ant trying to shake a tree—there was no way he could contend with such a formidable monster.

He was very self-aware of his abilities, but the system had never tricked him before.

Frowning deeply, Lu Qingyun found himself at a loss, caught in hesitation. He felt powerless—engaging them meant certain death.

As he struggled, the sect members charged again, and other groups followed suit. The sky was filled with dazzling power strikes against the Sea King Beast. But its defense was incredible; it barely reacted, its gaze filled with disdain.

This Sea King Beast was evidently ancient, having cultivated to such a terrifying degree. It likely possessed some intelligence, though it had yet to speak human language. Its large eyes mocked those attacking it as if the assaults were mere tickles.

Lu Qingyun watched from afar. Suddenly, Elder Hong shouted loudly, “Old man, are you just going to watch from the shadows? If you don’t act now, do you know what will happen? Hurry up and strike!”

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Elder Hong was clearly struggling; his expression was pained and cracks appeared on the golden bell aura. If that aura shattered, the ship would fall completely, and no one could protect those lost at sea.

After his call, no one appeared, which puzzled everyone.

Lu Qingyun, meanwhile, heard nothing else. Though aware of the surrounding sounds, he was unable to respond. He felt intense suffering. His Azure Dragon Martial Soul seemed beyond his control, like bamboo shoots pushing through the soil after rain—desperate to break free.

He could not explain why he was in such a state.

Meng Li, noticing his odd behavior, asked with concern, “Lu Qingyun, what’s wrong?”

Most people were focused on the battle ahead and paid no attention to Lu Qingyun’s corner.

He felt immense pain, desperately trying to control the Azure Dragon Martial Soul, but no matter how hard he tried, it was futile.

He clearly heard Meng Li’s words and wanted to reply but couldn’t.

Suddenly, Lu Qingyun let out a roar, audible only to those nearby. Others couldn’t perceive the change.

Meng Li remained worried, “Lu Qingyun, what’s happening to you?”

Lu Qingyun clenched his teeth, struggling to maintain control. “Step back immediately! Don’t let me hurt you!”

Meng Li stepped back, frightened, as a strange, domineering energy radiated from Lu Qingyun. People nearby instinctively moved aside.

Although his mind was clear, his body no longer obeyed him. Clutching the Azure Cloud Sword tightly, he slowly advanced.

Those near him felt a chill of fear—the power radiating from him was terrifying, quickening their heartbeats.

In his eyes, there was only the three-headed Sea King Beast. His sole thought was to kill it with his own strength.

Yet, his mind remained lucid—he knew he couldn’t truly fight it.

Torn by conflicting emotions, he moved forward slowly. Some onlookers found him strange, especially his expressionless face—he seemed mad.

His pace was slow but steady.

Ahead, the battle raged fiercely as everyone fought with all their might.

“Quick, form a formation! We cannot let it destroy the ship!”

“Crane Immortal Sect, listen well—attack the right head with me!”

“Stop holding back! Elder Hong is about to collapse! What are you waiting for?”

Elder Hong’s urgency grew. Another guardian was on the ship, but time was running out.

He shouted again, “Are you still not going to act?”

Before his words had even faded, a deep, muffled voice echoed from somewhere.

“No need for me to step in. Someone will soon help us through this crisis.”

“You know this person—their Martial Soul is terrifyingly powerful...”