At this thought, even someone of Di Tian's temperament couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache.
What a waste~.
However, when he recalled the fully recovered Silver Dragon King, some of that pain eased.
Thankfully, it wasn't a total loss.
"Truly magnificent. After reading about the Golden Tree in ancient texts, I've longed to see it for myself. Yet the reality surpasses even the grandest descriptions."
Wu Tong gazed in awe at the towering Golden Ancient Tree before him.
In truth, this was the most astonishing supernatural plant Wu Tong had ever encountered. Even the colossal Jade Ridge Maple at his residence paled in comparison to the majesty of this tree.
As expected of the life core of Douluo Continent—the manifestation of life energy itself. Just standing near it, Wu Tong could feel waves of potent life energy radiating from the tree, nourishing his body.
Though the effect on him was negligible, the nourishment was constant, inexhaustible, and completely harmless.
Wu Tong was certain that if an ordinary person lived here long-term, they would undoubtedly enjoy extended longevity, improved constitution, and eventually awaken the potential to become a Spirit Master.
"Sir Wu Tong, may I ask how you plan to transport the Golden Tree? If you lack the means, perhaps it could remain here until you devise a method.
"Please understand—this isn't an attempt to withhold it from you. As you well know, the Golden Tree's significance as the life core of Douluo Continent cannot be risked."
Di Tian studied Wu Tong's calm expression before voicing his question, then hastily added an explanation.
Hearing this, Wu Tong snapped out of his reverie. Noting Di Tian's awkwardness, he smiled reassuringly. "Rest easy, I'm fully aware of the stakes. The Golden Ancient Tree will come to no harm."
"As for how I'll take it... like this."
The moment Wu Tong finished speaking, a black barrier surged toward them. Before Di Tian could react, it swallowed them whole.
In the next instant, their surroundings transformed.
Di Tian found himself standing with Wu Tong and the Golden Tree on a small island. Nearby, a spring pulsed with intertwined ice and fire energies. Though seemingly placid, the spring exuded an aura so potent it set Di Tian's nerves on edge.
After a wary glance at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, Di Tian surveyed the rest of the landscape.
Human structures sprawled into the distance, bustling with activity—clear evidence they'd left the Star Dou Great Forest far behind.
"Where is this—"
"My academy, not far from Sunset Forest. Beautiful, isn't it?" Wu Tong interjected cheerfully.
"This..."
You must be joking.
I knew you possessed spatial abilities, but to this extent?
Without even a moment to react, you transported both me and the Golden Tree thousands of miles away?
Such spatial power...
Is this the might of a God King?
Di Tian fell silent. Despite his vast experience, Wu Tong's dimensional gate had left him thoroughly awestruck.
Noticing Di Tian's daze, Wu Tong chose not to disturb him.
Instead, he led the Golden Ancient Tree to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, selecting the perfect balance point between the opposing energies to replant it.
As its roots settled into the supremely fertile ground, the tree visibly rejoiced—branches swaying, leaves rustling, radiating pure contentment.
"This place seems quite suitable for the Golden Tree's growth. Yet... why do I sense a familiar presence?"
Di Tian marveled at the tree's happiness before voicing his observation.
From the moment they arrived, an intense bloodline resonance and two recognizable auras had tugged at his awareness.
"Familiar presence?"
Wu Tong blinked, then understood.
"Ah, you must mean the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. When I relocated it, I discovered two dragon corpses beneath..."
"Dragon corpses?"
Di Tian stiffened. Given the strength of the bloodline connection, these would have to be pureblooded dragons.
After all, hybrid dragons couldn't possibly evoke such a potent pull.
And that familiarity...
"They appear to be the Ice and Fire Dragon Kings."
Wu Tong completed his sentence.
"So it's them..."
Everything clicked into place for Di Tian.
Naturally—only dragon monarchs of the Nine Great Dragon Kings' caliber could produce such intense bloodline resonance and distinctive familiarity.
To think the Ice and Fire Dragon Kings perished here...
Wait—their dragon souls!
"Sir Wu Tong! Do the Ice and Fire Dragon Kings' souls still remain?"
Seized by sudden hope, Di Tian pressed urgently.
Retrieving the physical remains seemed impossible—this treasured land clearly formed around their bodies. Disturbing them would destroy the site.
Thus Di Tian didn't even bother asking for the corpses, focusing solely on their souls. This wasn't baseless optimism.
Despite their long demise, as former God King-level entities, neither their flesh nor spirits would have dissipated easily.
Meaning their dragon souls might still linger within the remains.
The possibility sent excitement coursing through Di Tian.
If the two Dragon Kings' souls endured, the spirit beast race would gain invaluable assets.
Even deceased, their cultivation insights and God King-level perception remained intact. Unable to battle, they could still mentor future generations—a tremendous boon regardless.
Had Wu Tong known Di Tian's thoughts, he'd have praised him as a true capitalist.
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