As the former ruler of Star Dou Great Forest, Sky Blue Bull Python naturally knew the distribution of some Soul Beasts.
Following Tang San's request, it quickly pinpointed two plant-type Soul Beasts for him: one Demon Thorn Vine and one Soul-Devouring Giant Flower.
The first of these plant-type Soul Beasts had the innate ability to absorb blood, while the second survived by luring and trapping smaller Soul Beasts—fitting Tang San's definition of an evil Soul Beast quite well.
Blue Silver Grass currently had four Spirit Rings in total, so when obtaining the fifth Spirit Ring, he did not gain any additional Soul Power. However, due to the Clear Sky Hammer, his physical constitution improved slightly. Consequently, the absorption limit for the sixth Spirit Ring increased by about a thousand years.
To enhance his strength as quickly as possible, Tang San took a risk and absorbed the 53,000-year Soul-Devouring Giant Flower.
"Finally, level 65. But it's still not enough," Tang San murmured, opening his eyes and clenching his fist, feeling the surging power within him. A sense of joy welled up in his heart.
Although gaining strength was a good thing, his mind was far from at ease. Tang San knew clearly that Li Xun's current cultivation level must far surpass his own.
Yet, despite the gap, he now had a chance to catch up. A faint smile tugged at the corners of Tang San's lips.
"Da Ming, can you tell me what's happening now?" A clear, melodious voice suddenly rang out from high above.
Tang San and Tang Ming were startled and quickly looked up toward the sky. There, suspended in the air, was a jade-like swan gazing at them with curious eyes.
"Lady Bi Ji," Sky Blue Bull Python lowered its massive bovine head slightly upon seeing her.
Compared to the others, she was undoubtedly the most approachable and wise. It promptly explained the situation in detail.
"A human who fell in love with a Soul Beast and even possesses Soul Beast bloodline? How interesting." Bi Ji's interest was piqued. She did not hold Sky Blue Bull Python accountable but instead descended beside Tang San and began circling him, studying him closely.
"Senior, it is true that I possess Soul Beast bloodline, but my mother was forced to her death by the Spirit Hall shortly after giving birth to me."
Tang San extended Blue Silver Grass toward Bi Ji. "To be honest, I bear deep grudges against many humans. Please rest assured, even when hunting Soul Beasts, I only target those who hinder the development of Soul Beasts."
"Blue Silver Emperor? Now that you mention it, I once sensed your mother's presence in Star Dou Great Forest. But at that time, she was accompanied by a human—likely your father."
Bi Ji paused in recollection. "However, since Blue Silver Emperor was not a 100,000-year Soul Beast born in Star Dou Great Forest, I did not reach out to your mother."
Tang San had not expected such a connection. Delight surged within him—he could sense Bi Ji's immense power, far more oppressive than even Sky Blue Bull Python's.
Suddenly, an idea occurred to him.
On his way here, through the Grand Elder, he had learned that during his time in Slaughter City, Sword Douluo had broken through to level 98. This breakthrough had placed immense pressure on the entire Clear Sky Sect.
But if he could leverage some external help, things might be different.
Through his mother, Xiao Wu, and Da Ming, Tang San realized that humans and Soul Beasts could indeed communicate amicably. As long as both sides were willing to sit down and talk, cooperation was not impossible.
Tang San's eyes gleamed with intensity as his thoughts raced. His conversation with Bi Ji grew increasingly familiar and lively.
After a brief exchange between the human and the beast, Bi Ji seemed quite pleased. "You're not a bad human," she said.
With that, she spread her wings, ready to depart. "I'll head back now then. I'll leave the rest to you, Da Ming."
"Senior, please wait a moment," Tang San called out softly as she prepared to leave. "I have a proposal for cooperation. Would you be interested?"
"Oh? Do tell," Bi Ji turned her head curiously.
Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace.
Qian Renxue sat high on her throne, frowning as she looked down at the Golden Alligator Douluo standing respectfully below, clad in golden robes. "I wonder if the Second Enshrinement is here on my grandfather's orders or the Pope's?"
"Miss, the Great Enshrinement is concerned for your safety, which is why he sent me to check on you," the Golden Alligator Douluo chuckled, his expression calm and serene.
"Concerned for my safety?" Qian Renxue narrowed her eyes, a faint smile curling at the corners of her lips.
"You've been in Heavenly Dou for several days now but haven't come to see me until today. That doesn't seem like concern for my safety. Besides, with Spear Serpent Thorn Blood and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School by my side, my safety is naturally assured. So, tell me, what is your real purpose here?"
The Golden Alligator Douluo immediately seized on the key point, replying nonchalantly, "It seems the young lady is very well-informed! Did the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School tell you?"
"You've been staying at their residence for many days now. Isn't it only natural for my teacher to send someone to inform me?" Qian Renxue's smile faded, her gaze growing increasingly profound. "I suspect you're not just here on my grandfather's orders, are you?"
The Golden Alligator Douluo looked at her in surprise. He hadn't expected that after such a long time apart, the young lady's mind had indeed become as sharp as the rumors suggested.
But this wasn't enough—he needed to probe further. "Young lady, you misunderstand me. I've crossed paths with Chen Jianjun a few times, and now that his son has advanced to the ninety-eighth rank, it's only right that I offer my congratulations."
Seeing him invoke seniority, Qian Renxue's words caught in her throat.
If it were the Chrysanthemum Douluo or the Ghost Douluo, she wouldn't have wasted any time on pleasantries. But the Golden Alligator Douluo was different. As the second highest in the Hall of Offerings, second only to her grandfather, everyone in the Spirit Hall had to show him respect, whether in terms of strength or seniority.
"Now that you've seen me and stayed awhile, isn't it time for you to return?" Qian Renxue sighed softly.
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Still too inexperienced! But precisely because of this, it made him even more uneasy. After all, Ning Fengzhi was a man full of schemes.
A flicker of amusement passed through the Golden Alligator Douluo's eyes. "Young lady, Chen Xin has only just broken through, and his realm is still unstable. If I were an enemy, I would certainly seize this moment to strike with thunderous force, to avoid letting things drag on and become more troublesome."
Qian Renxue found his words absurd.
Tang Chen had been missing for a long time, and now the continent's top experts were mostly within the Spirit Hall. Unless they were fighting among themselves, she couldn't imagine anyone who could pose a threat to a powerhouse like the Sword Douluo.
In the end, the Golden Alligator Douluo was still here on Bibidong's orders to curb her expansion.
At this thought, Qian Renxue felt a wave of frustration. Bibidong was like a nightmare to her, constantly affecting her life at every turn.
Whenever she tried to do anything, Bibidong would inevitably step in to meddle, making her feel like a mere puppet on strings, utterly devoid of freedom.
"There's no need for you to worry about that. I now command the million-strong army of Heavenly Dou and have numerous allies. Even if Tang Chen were still alive, I would have the strength to fight him. What truly concerns me is the internal affairs of Spirit Hall."
"If you really have nothing better to do, return to Spirit City and help me investigate the true cause of my father's death." At this point, Qian Renxue's tone turned cold. "You may take Ci Xue and Snake Lance with you as well. I am not short on guards here."
"Miss, I was sent by the Great Enshrinement, and we only have your best interests at heart."
Golden Alligator Douluo frowned upon hearing this. Although he had intended to test Qian Renxue, he hadn't expected such a strong reaction. Could there be something he was unaware of? He narrowed his eyes, deep in thought about the true circumstances of Qian Xunji's death.
When Qian Renxue heard Golden Alligator Douluo invoke her grandfather, her gaze sharpened, and she was about to retort.
"Sword Grandpa, I heard Golden Alligator is also at the ninety-eighth rank. I wonder which of you is stronger?"
Just then, a curious voice suddenly came from quite a distance outside the study door. However, given Soul Masters' keen hearing and vision, unless it was very far away, such words could usually be heard clearly and accurately.
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