Chapter 48: The Sixth Soul Ring
"Dan Tower, is that the name of your martial soul? That's amazing! I understand now. Come, I won't resist."
As the light from the fifth floor of the Dan Tower flashed, Little Dance disappeared from her original position, entering the Dan Tower.
Ning Bei's heart filled with joy upon seeing this. It worked after all.
Ning Bei had tried before to store either others or himself inside the Dan Tower, but had not succeeded. Now it seemed that the Dan Tower was only effective for soul beasts and herbs, even those that had taken human form.
Confirming his guess, Ning Bei released Little Dance again.
The little girl looked at him with surprise.
"The fragrance inside is so strong, and there's even a swan in there! Can I stay here often?"
Ning Bei's expression darkened at her words. Did she think this was free? Had she paid rent?
"Alright, for now, you can stay inside. After we finish our tasks and return to the sect, I'll let you out."
Sighing, he once again returned Little Dance to the Dan Tower. After exchanging a few words with Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong, they decided to leave the area.
They feared the fragrance that had just been released might attract soul beasts, potentially leading to unnecessary battles.
This journey had barely begun, but they already had something to show for it. The three of them couldn't help but marvel at their good fortune, hoping the next steps would go smoothly as well.
Perhaps their hopes were answered that very evening when they received news from Chenxin, who had found a suitable soul beast.
The group arrived at the location Chenxin had mentioned and found a massive turtle lying beside a lake.
"This is a nearly 40,000-year-old Pure Water Xuan Turtle. It has the ability to purify toxins, and its defenses are incredibly strong."
Ning Bei, upon hearing this, felt a surge of excitement. This was exactly what he needed right now.
"Let's go with this one. Grandpa Sword, I'll leave it to you."
Chenxin waved his hand and smiled at Ning Bei.
The weakness of the Pure Water Xuan Turtle was its eyes, which the turtle shell couldn't protect. With skilled precision, Chenxin took its life, and a circle of dark soul rings rose from the turtle's body.
Ning Bei looked seriously at the three of them.
"I'll need your help again. Should I call Senior Di Tian over directly?"
The three of them shook their heads, signaling that it was best not to disturb the Black Dragon King for something like this. After all, what if he didn't like watching them hunt soul beasts?
Ning Bei nodded. With two Title Douluo and one eight-ringed support, plus four powerful soul beasts, they could handle most situations in this world. Calling for Di Tian was just a precaution, not an absolute necessity.
To be absolutely safe, Ning Bei summoned the still-unrefined 7,000-year-old Emerald Swan to his side. They formed a triangular formation around him, with the swan circling above.
Ning Bei took out the various support combat pills he had prepared and handed them to the others and the four soul beasts. After everyone took their pills, he took a deep breath, summoned the Dan Tower, and ate a Pulse Guard Pill to begin absorbing the soul ring. The soul ring, drawn by Ning Bei's soul power, slowly attached itself to the sixth floor of the Dan Tower.
Far in the core of the forest, the Silver Dragon King, feeling the aura of the Dan Tower, opened her eyes. After a moment of thought, she returned to her slumber, confident that Di Tian would handle things.
In the forest, Di Tian released the ice silkworm from his mouth, leaving the surrounding beasts puzzled.
"What's wrong, Di Tian?"
"That kid has arrived."
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The previously absent Red King and Purple Princess looked confused.
"Who?"
Di Tian didn't answer their questions. He tore through the space beside him and disappeared inside.
Seeing their confusion, Biji spoke up to explain.
"He's a very interesting human. He can heal our lord's injuries."
"What?"
"Is there such a thing?"
The Dan fragrance released by the Dan Tower seemed to stir up a hornet's nest, as soul beasts with up to 70,000 years of cultivation began to rush toward it.
Looking at the approaching tide of beasts, Gu Rong and Chenxin grew unusually serious. With a glance, they saw no fewer than five soul beasts of 70,000 years.
Even they could feel the pressure at this level, especially since there were countless other soul beasts around them with cultivation over 10,000 years.
As Ning Fengzhi prepared to summon the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda to provide a buff to the two others, the space around them suddenly cracked, and a man in a snake robe with black hair and golden eyes appeared in their view.
The man looked at the beast tide surrounding them and frowned, then let out a roar.
"Roar! Get back!"
The dragon's might instantly spread throughout the entire forest.
The soul beasts, who had been staring bloodthirstily at Chenxin and the others, immediately scattered after hearing the mighty roar. In no time, the beast tide had completely disappeared.
Seeing Di Tian's arrival, the three of them knew his identity and quickly bowed slightly.
"Senior, it's good to see you again."
Di Tian glanced at Ning Bei, who was still absorbing his soul ring, and nodded.
"This kid's cultivation speed is quite good. It's only been about three years, right?"
Ning Fengzhi, hearing the Black Dragon's praise for his son, felt immensely proud.
"Senior, you're right. From age 11 to now, it has taken my son exactly three years to become a Soul Emperor."
"Hmm. Well, let's wait then."
Saying this, Di Tian sat down cross-legged directly across from Ning Bei. Ning Fengzhi and the others also relaxed slightly.
With the Beast King Di Tian around, they felt there wouldn't be any soul beasts stupid enough to cause trouble.
Half a day passed quickly.
After Ning Bei finished absorbing the soul ring, he slowly opened his eyes and met Di Tian's golden vertical pupils.
"Senior Di Tian, why are you here?"
Before Di Tian could speak, Ning Fengzhi answered the question for him.
"The noise earlier was too great, and it attracted Senior Di Tian, so he came to assist us."
"I see. Thank you for your help, Senior."
Di Tian waved his hand.
"No need for thanks. How are the results of the pills?"
Ning Fengzhi and the others, hearing this, widened their eyes. They were just as curious about the effects of the pills.
Ning Bei smiled, summoned the Dan Tower, and stored the four soul beasts inside.
"Senior, we were lucky this time. There's a pill called the Hunyuan Bone Rebuilding Pill, which is specifically used to heal soul beasts' injuries. As for its effect on that person, we'll have to try it to find out."
Upon hearing Ning Bei's words, Di Tian's expression turned to one of great joy.
"Then what are we waiting for? I'll take you to meet our lord right now."
With that, he grabbed Ning Bei's shoulder with one hand.
Seeing this, Ning Bei smiled helplessly at Ning Fengzhi and the others.
"Father, Grandpa, you two head back to the sect first. Once I finish my business with Senior Di Tian, he'll take me to the outskirts of the Star Dou Forest."
Ning Fengzhi and the others nodded. With four soul beasts for protection, they weren't worried about Ning Bei encountering danger on the outskirts of the Star Dou Forest.
"Be careful, Bei'er. We'll wait for you back at the sect."
After giving instructions, Ning Bei turned and nodded at Di Tian.
Another rift in space appeared, and the figures of Ning Bei and Di Tian disappeared.
Ning Fengzhi, Sword, and Bone Douluo, seeing this, also prepared to head home.
In the core area, in the familiar lake-bottom cave, the giant body of the Silver Dragon King appeared in front of Ning Bei.
"Master, I've brought this kid here. I've heard he has a pill that's very good for healing soul beasts' injuries."
(END CHAPTER)
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