NOVEL WEB Chapter 103: Thunder Abyss Academy
Feng Xuan stood over the fallen beast, watching as its massive body lay motionless in the rocky crater. Its golden eyes, once burning with power, were now fading into dull embers. Sparks of lightning still crackled along its silver-black feathers, the storm within it refusing to die so easily.
His heart pounded in his chest.
This was it.
His biggest spirit ring yet not counting spirit ring of Sun God Armor.
Above the Roc's body, a deep purple spirit ring began to form, swirling like a vortex of raw, untamed power. The energy radiating from it was immense, almost suffocating—far beyond anything he had absorbed before.
Feng Xuan's eyes flickered with awe.
"17,000 years… this is no ordinary spirit ring." He muttered, taking a deep breath to steady himself.
Even for him, absorbing a 17,000-year-old ring would not be easy. But he couldn't back down now. If he wanted true mastery over lightning, this was the price.
He sat cross-legged on the ground, positioning himself into a meditative stance. The ring pulsated like a living entity, waiting for him to claim it.
The Pain of Power
The moment he guided the spirit ring into his body,
A bolt of pure lightning ripped through his veins.
"ARGH!" His teeth clenched as his entire body seized up. Every nerve, every muscle fiber burned as if he had been struck by the heavens themselves.
His vision blurred, his fingers twitched uncontrollably.
This wasn't like absorbing a normal ring. This was a battle.
The Thunderstorm Roc's remaining will resisted him, its instinct refusing to surrender its power so easily.
Feng Xuan forced himself to focus, channeling his own will to dominate the energy trying to consume him. He had faced the Roc in battle—he would win this too.
"I am your master now!" he roared in his mind, forcing the lightning into submission.
The pain reached its peak. His body convulsed—then suddenly, everything went still.
Then—
BOOM!
A final shockwave of lightning erupted from his body, sending sparks dancing across the ground.
And just like that—
It was over.
The Birth of a New Ability
As the energy settled inside him, a rush of knowledge flooded his mind. It was like unlocking a door to an entirely new realm of power.
New instincts. New techniques. A new spirit ability.
Feng Xuan gasped, sweat dripping down his face as he processed the information. His hands tingled with electric energy, and his entire body felt lighter, faster, stronger—as if he had become one with the storm itself.
Fourth Spirit Ring Ability: Stormbreaker Arrow
It can Fires a lightning-infused arrow that splits mid-air into multiple thunder-charged arrows, each locking onto a separate target.
I think If it aimed at a single enemy, all arrows merge into one devastating thunder explosion.
It also Increases my speed by 20% for ten seconds after usage.
His eyes snapped open, glowing with an intense golden hue, but now, violet lightning danced within them.
He took a deep breath, feeling the crackling power flowing beneath his skin.
He had gained more than just a spirit ring—he had fully integrated lightning into his very being.
Testing His New Strength
Feng Xuan stood up, his body still humming with residual energy. He reached for his Vijaya Bow, summoning a Stormbreaker Arrow for the first time.
The air around him instantly changed.
A low hum filled the valley, the atmosphere growing tense as an arrow of pure lightning materialized on his bowstring. It pulsated violently, barely contained—like a living thunderstorm waiting to be unleashed.
Feng Xuan smirked. "Let's see how strong you are."
He released the arrow.
CRACK!
The second it left the bow—it split into six smaller lightning bolts, each one zig-zagging through the air like wild serpents.
They slammed into the rocky cliffs ahead—
BOOM!
A thunderous explosion rocked the valley, shaking the ground beneath his feet. Dust and debris scattered everywhere, and for a brief moment, the sky itself seemed to rumble in response.
Feng Xuan lowered his bow, exhaling.
"Yeah… this will do."
He had done it. He had conquered the storm.
"I need to use thunder to make more skill in order to use lightning more efficiently." Thought Feng Xuan.
"Now with increase of my strength I needed to first adept with it and that can only be done by using actual combat experience." Thought Feng Xuan.
Feng Xuan stood at the edge of the Yin-Yang Well, his sharp eyes scanning the mystical herbs that thrived in its unique energy.
The delicate glow of spirit grass and divine flowers bathed the area in an ethereal light, their potent aura gently humming around him. He crouched down and carefully plucked the herbs meant for Zhu Zhuqing and Xiao Wu, ensuring their vitality remained intact.
His gaze then shifted toward a small enclosed area where a protective golden shield shimmered softly. Within it lay Ah Yin, her life force nurtured under his master's Yogic Shield, growing stronger day by day.
Feng Xuan took a deep breath.
"I'll return when I have the strength to grow you properly," he whispered, his fingers tightening around his bow. With that final glance, he turned and vanished into the night, his next destination clear—the city battle arena.
As he made his way toward the city, Feng Xuan's thoughts turned to the bigger picture.
"Now that my strength has increased, I need to adapt to it. And the best way to do that is through real combat."
The city arena was the perfect place. There, he could battle strong spirit masters, test his Stormbreaker Arrow, and refine his lightning-enhanced combat style.
But one major problem remained.
To officially enroll in the Spirit Master Tournament, he needed to belong to an academy.
Feng Xuan's brows furrowed.
Spirit Hall Academy? Impossible. Even though Bibi Dong is good to him, he had no interest in becoming their pawn. His existence itself was a secret to them now.
"Which school can I join that gives me the freedom to grow without restrictions?"
Feng Xuan slowed his pace as he entered the outskirts of Soutuo City, deep in thought.
Several mid-tier academies existed, but none of them had the potential to challenge him. If he wanted to sharpen his skills, he needed a school with strong fighters—but one that wouldn't restrict him too much.
Suddenly, a name surfaced in his mind.
Then, Thunderclap Academy came to mind.
It was perfect for refining his lightning abilities, but one thing stopped him.
Yu Xiaogang.
That man was deeply connected to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and though he had been cast out, his influence over Yu Tianxin—the leading genius of Thunderclap Academy—couldn't be ignored.
Feng Xuan scoffed under his breath.
"There's no way I'm putting myself in a place where Yu Xiaogang's influence lingers."
He needed another option.
Blazing, Skywater, Godwind, and Botanic? Each had their advantages, but none fit his path.
He needed an academy that would challenge him, give him room to grow, and allow him to participate in the tournament without drawing unwanted attention.
Then, he heard a conversation nearby.
"Have you heard? Thunder Abyss Academy is looking for new talents. They focus on elite combat training, and their students have some of the best battle instincts among all academies!"
Feng Xuan's steps paused.
"Thunder Abyss Academy? In Douluo I don't think I had heard about it but did I miss something or my existence brought Butterfly effect?" Thought Feng Xuan.
He had never considered them before. Unlike other elemental-based academies, Thunder Abyss focused on close combat, agility, and survival-based training. They didn't just train spirit masters—they refined warriors through brutal sparring, high-pressure training, and real battlefield simulations.
More importantly, they weren't affiliated with any major faction like Spirit Hall or the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
Feng Xuan's eyes gleamed.
"An academy that values pure strength and skill without unnecessary politics? Sounds perfect."
He turned on his heel and made his way toward the Thunder Abyss Academy recruitment center.
This was where he would forge himself into a true warrior.