Watching Tang San seriously considering absorbing the Datura Snake's soul ring, Chen Yuan's eyes gleamed with amusement. Absorbing soul rings from different species was a common practice in the soul master world.
For example, Chen Yuan himself had a weapon-type martial soul, and Ning Rongrong had a gem-type martial soul. On the Douluo Continent, there were no weapon-type or gem-type soul beasts. Therefore, they had to absorb soul rings from different species, but the key was that the soul rings had to align with their own attributes and enhance their martial soul's characteristics.
Tang San's Blue Silver Grass absorbing an animal-type soul ring, especially a venomous one like the Datura Snake's, made Chen Yuan wonder if this would truly enhance his martial soul's traits.
The characteristics of the Blue Silver Grass could be inferred from the Blue Silver Emperor—its life force and vitality. Enhancing these traits and focusing on recovery and control would be the correct path for this martial soul.
But Tang San, by adding a venomous attribute that his martial soul didn't originally possess, made Chen Yuan question how far he could go with this approach.
After all, after reaching level 90, especially after level 95, every increase in soul power would prompt the martial soul to evolve. Conversely, if the martial soul's attributes were misaligned, it could hinder soul power progression.
However, Tang San, being a cheat character, not only had the Blue Silver King purify his bloodline but also had the Sea God help him rebuild his foundation. This allowed him to continue progressing even after becoming a Titled Douluo. Otherwise, his cultivation path would have been cut off long ago.
At this moment, Tang San turned to the group and said:
"The Datura Snake's toughness and venom are both well-suited to enhance my Blue Silver Grass martial soul. So, I've decided to absorb this soul ring. Teacher Zhao, please protect me while I do so."
Zhao Wuji had no objections. First, it was Tang San's own decision, and second, absorbing the soul ring early meant they could leave sooner. He nodded and said casually:
"No problem. Focus on absorbing the soul ring. If any other soul beasts show up, I'll deal with them immediately."
After Zhao Wuji finished speaking, Tang San eagerly sat down cross-legged, summoned the soul ring, and began absorbing it. He was eager to become a Soul Elder.
As he started absorbing the soul ring, Zhao Wuji turned to the others and said:
"Alright, the crisis is over. Everyone, go back to sleep. I'll keep an eye on Tang San. It looks like we'll be able to leave tomorrow."
With Zhao Wuji's assurance, Chen Yuan took Ning Rongrong back to sleep. They didn't want to stay up all night guarding Tang San.
After Chen Yuan and Ning Rongrong left, Zhu Zhuqing returned to her perch in the tree, while Ma Hongjun, rubbing his stomach, went to Oscar to ask for some sausages.
Only Xiao Wu remained, standing firm, determined to protect Tang San during his absorption.
Seeing this, Zhao Wuji decided to let her be.
...
From late night until dawn, several hours passed quickly. As sunlight filtered into the Star Dou Forest, Tang San opened his eyes. He had successfully absorbed the soul ring and was now a level 31 Soul Elder.
The moment he opened his eyes, Tang San saw Xiao Wu, who looked exhausted, as if she hadn't slept all night.
Tang San's heart ached with gratitude. He chose to forget the events of the previous day and told himself repeatedly that she was just his little sister.
Xiao Wu, seeing Tang San awake, forced a smile and said:
"Brother, you're awake."
Tang San nodded gently and replied:
"Xiao Wu, thank you."
As the two of them shared a tender moment, Zhao Wuji laughed heartily and said:
"Good, good! Tang San's awake, so it's time for us to leave. Kids, gather up!"
Soon, everyone regrouped. Oscar, with a mischievous grin, asked:
"Tang San, I shared my third soul skill as soon as I absorbed my soul ring. Can you tell us about your third soul skill?"
Tang San hesitated but, seeing everyone's expectant gazes, he spoke:
"The Datura Snake's toughness and venom have been inherited by my Blue Silver Grass martial soul. My third soul skill is an upgraded version of my first soul skill. It's called **Blue Silver Snake Entanglement**, a single-target control skill. Once it binds an enemy, as long as they're at the Soul Elder level or below, they won't be able to break free. The toughness and venom of the Blue Silver Grass will eventually render the enemy unable to resist."
Everyone was amazed, but Chen Yuan thought to himself:
'Blue Silver Snake Entanglement? An upgraded version of Blue Silver Entanglement? Isn't that just Blue Silver Entanglement? Entanglement is an innate ability of plant-type martial souls. As long as the plant's toughness is enhanced, it's practically a natural soul skill. Tang San, Tang San, you've wasted another soul skill slot.'
At this moment, Ma Hongjun exclaimed:
"Tang San's soul skill is amazing! The toughness prevents the enemy from breaking free, and the venom makes them lose their ability to resist. Anyone who becomes your enemy is in for a world of trouble. By the way, Tang San shared his third soul skill. Xiao Wu, you're also a Soul Elder now. Can you tell us about your third soul skill?"
After speaking, he looked at Xiao Wu.
Xiao Wu, hearing this, didn't hesitate to hide it. She put her hands on her hips and said proudly:
"My third soul skill is **Blink**. Within a range of five meters, I can instantly teleport to any location!"
A mere thousand-year soul skill granting a bug-like ability like Blink left everyone in awe. Even Tang San was stunned, as this skill completely countered his entanglement. Xiao Wu could simply teleport out of his bindings.
Zhao Wuji stroked his chin and said:
"This trip has been incredibly fruitful. We originally came to hunt a third soul ring for Oscar, but in the end, we gained three Soul Elders. Both Tang San and Xiao Wu have obtained powerful third soul skills. When we get back, Flender's jaw is going to drop. Let's go. It's time to leave the Star Dou Forest. This soul hunting mission is finally over."
With that, the group set off to leave the forest.
On the way back, Ning Rongrong seemed unusually quiet, but Chen Yuan didn't notice. He was preoccupied with more important matters:
'This trip to the Star Dou Forest was a success. I obtained the treasure comparable to a 100,000-year soul bone—the external soul bone, Eight Spider Lances. The next step of the plan can now begin.'
'Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan, this grandfather-granddaughter pair. Dugu Bo spends most of his time at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, suppressing his own poison. The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well is a secret place that even Dugu Yan doesn't know about. All we know is that it's in the Sunset Forest, but the Sunset Forest isn't a small place.'
'So, the key is Dugu Yan. I need to find a way to make contact with her. At this time, she should be with the Imperial Douluo Team, traveling around to challenge various Great Spirit Arenas…'
It took the Shrek group a day to leave the Star Dou Forest and reach a small town about a hundred miles away. As it was already late, they checked into a hotel.
That night, Ning Rongrong walked to Chen Yuan's room and gently knocked on the door…
(End of Chapter)
Word Count : 1,283
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