Chapter 159: You

Yang Ruolin launched the first attack, her spear in hand moving like a lithe spirit snake emerging from a cave, swiftly thrusting at Yu Tianyun. Yu Tianyun quickly contemplated a response, deftly sidestepping, and at the same time swung his spear to try to block Yang Ruolin's fierce strike.

However, Yang Ruolin's attack showed no sign of slowing; instead it grew even faster, the onslaught becoming as fierce as a sudden storm. Although Yu Tianyun could see her moves clearly, he still had to think of a counter in his mind, so even with lightning‑quick reflexes he was always a fraction behind.

At first this was not obvious, but as time passed he gradually found it hard to keep up with Yang Ruolin's fierce onslaught.

At that moment, Yang Ruolin's spear pierced Yu Tianyun's defense, stopping just an inch from his chest.

Yang Ruolin sneered, pouting, and said, "Now you see how powerful Miss me is, right?"

Yu Tianyun ignored her remark and replied with fighting spirit, "Again!"

The words barely left his mouth when the two resumed their fierce battle.

Meanwhile, Yang Wudi slipped away, leaving the arena to the two youngsters who seemed to be play‑fighting.

After all, mastering spear techniques properly requires constant combat practice; no one can teach it, only abundant experience can reveal how to counter every situation.

Moreover, each person's way of breaking through differs, like a game of chess—everyone has their own optimal line, as long as they win in the end.

Yu Tianyun's current flaw is his clumsy linking and use of spear moves; each technique still requires mental calculation. Once enough experience is amassed, no thought is needed and the correct response becomes instinctive. When Yu Tianyun reaches that level, he can begin the next stage of training.

The two clashed fiercely again in the Training Ground; this time Yu Tianyun was fully focused, daring not a moment of distraction. He stared intently at Yang Ruolin's spear trajectory, continuously calculating counter‑strategies.

Although his physical strength and speed far surpass Yang Ruolin's, he does not rely on those advantages; instead he employs the Mountain Dragon King soul bone technique to increase his own gravity, making his speed and power comparable to Yang Ruolin's.

Only in this way can the true purpose of sparring—mutual growth—be realized; otherwise, a casual thrust could fling Yang Ruolin away, a single force breaking countless techniques, making the sparring meaningless and offering no improvement to his spear art.

Yang Ruolin's assault remained fierce, each move carrying a wind‑cutting momentum. Yu Tianyun responded calmly; though no longer as passive as before, he still bore tremendous pressure.

Soon, Yang Ruolin spotted a flaw in Yu Tianyun, thrust her spear sharply, nearly knocking Yu Tianyun's spear out of his hand.

"Hmph, still not willing to lose?" Yang Ruolin lifted her chin and said proudly.

Yu Tianyun was speechless inside: "It's just a sparring, why make such a show? Later I'll have you kneel before my Blue Lightning Tyrant Spear and beg for mercy!"

Yu Tianyun's expression remained calm as he replied lightly, "Again!"

The two launched another fierce clash. The clashing of spears echoed continuously in the Training Ground, and sweat sprayed like raindrops.

After an unknown amount of time, both were panting heavily, yet showed no sign of stopping.

At that moment, Yang Ruolin's spear suddenly pierced Yu Tianyun's body. Naturally Yu Tianyun could not be wounded by her, since neither used soul power, and his bodily defense, even in this state, could not be broken by Yang Ruolin.

However, when the spear touched Yu Tianyun's body, a massive force surged through the weapon, and Yang Ruolin, caught off guard, was dragged forward and fell.

Yu Tianyun saw this, quickly removed the added gravity from his body and reached forward to help.

At that moment, the sunset's afterglow fell like a layer of golden silk over the Training Ground. A breeze brushed by, carrying the fresh scent of flora. Yang Ruolin fell into Yu Tianyun's arms. Their eyes met, and the atmosphere turned subtly delicate.

Feeling the delicate body in his arms, Yu Tianyun instinctively lowered his head and kissed her, and Yang Ruolin was stunned, offering no resistance.

The surrounding birds seemed to sense the warm atmosphere, fell silent and perched quietly on branches. A gentle breeze brushed their hair, as if tenderly caressing them in blessing. The evening glow in the sky grew more brilliant, enveloping their silhouettes in a warm, romantic halo.

"Looks like I'm not coming at the right time?" a crisp, slightly sour voice called. Yu Tianyun and Yang Ruolin turned quickly; the newcomer was Bai Chenxiang.

Yu Tianyun smiled calmly, "No, you've come at exactly the right time!" He one‑handed Yang Ruolin's slender waist, released his embrace with the other hand, and gestured for Bai Chenxiang to approach.

But Yang Ruolin refused to give him face; her cute face flushed bright red as she suddenly wriggled out of Yu Tianyun's arms, pouting, "You rascal, how dare you take advantage of me!"

Yu Tianyun looked at her shy yet angry expression, felt a wave of tenderness, and smiled, "It's not taking advantage; hugging my fiancée is perfectly reasonable."

Yang Ruolin lightly bit her lip, turned her head away, "Hmph, we're not married yet; you can't lay a hand on me."

As she spoke, a sudden idea flashed in her mind; she cooed, "Unless you can surpass me in spear technique sometime, I'll …"

"And then what?" Yu Tianyun asked knowingly, feigning confusion on his face.

Yang Ruolin instantly grew angry, her face flushing red, glaring at Yu Tianyun, yet whispered inaudibly, "I'll agree to that… oh, you bastard."

Yang Ruolin found it hard to speak, turned away and ignored Yu Tianyun.

Yu Tianyun realized she was just being carefree, actually as shy as any ordinary girl about such matters, so he stopped teasing her and, as if energized, said earnestly, "Fine, that's what you said."

Yang Ruolin gave Yu Tianyun a cold stare, scoffing, "At your level, beating me is still far off!"

After speaking, she proudly lifted her head like a proud white swan, walked up to Bai Chenxiang, took her hand, and strode away.

Bai Chenxiang turned her head toward Yu Tianyun, chuckled, and said, "Husband, you must step up, otherwise you'll only be able to watch, not eat."

"Xiangxiang, what are you saying!" Yang Ruolin looked at Bai Chenxiang with embarrassed anger, and quickened her steps.

Watching Yang Ruolin and Bai Chenxiang's retreating figures, Yu Tianyun gripped his spear tightly and murmured, "Just wait, someday I'll have this little pepper in my mouth."

From then on, Yu Tianyun trained his spear art even harder; besides daily meditation to cultivate soul power, he devoted almost all his time to spear practice.

Before dawn each day he went to the Training Ground, practicing various spear techniques alone, repeatedly refining every movement detail, then continuously sparring with Yang Ruolin.

As days passed, Yu Tianyun's spear art grew ever more refined. No lag remained between his moves; his actions flowed like clouds, and his control of power and speed became increasingly precise.

On Yang Ruolin's side, though she outwardly dismissed Yu Tianyun, she couldn't help feeling a bit worried; Yu Tianyun's progress during their sparring was evident to the naked eye, from being outmatched in the first dozen rounds to now battling three hundred rounds without any sign of decline.

A month later, that day Yu Tianyun and Yang Ruolin again prepared to spar as usual.

Now Yu Tianyun was no longer plain and lacking aura; he exuded a forward‑charging, fierce momentum.

"Ruolin, today I'll definitely beat you!" Yu Tianyun shouted.

Yang Ruolin let out a light snort, "Then let's see!"

Both held back, gathering momentum, waiting until it peaked before making a move.

The Breaking Clan values that all‑forward, burn‑the‑bridges momentum; once an opponent is suppressed in battle, there is little room for recovery, facing ever‑more ferocious attacks, somewhat like the Chaotic Cloak Hammer technique.

(End of Chapter)