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Chapter 553: Chapter 553: Why Can Transformed Soul Beasts Only Condense the First Six Spirit Rings?

Su Ming looked at Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, a bit surprised. He hadn't expected them to pinpoint this issue so accurately.

Su Ming nodded. "Yes, you're concerned that because soul spirits reduce the need for spirit rings—since high-level soul spirits can provide at least two rings—some extreme soul masters might exploit this and kill more spirit beasts just to harvest spirit bones. And that would lead to the gradual extinction of soul beasts, right?"

Both elders agreed, saying, "Since you're aware of such a flaw in soul spirits, why pursue this path?"

Xiao Wu and Ah Yin also looked worried. "Brother, what should we do?"

They trusted Su Ming enough to believe he'd have a solution if he'd noticed this flaw.

Su Ming responded calmly, "This is partly why I joined Spirit Hall. Though Spirit Hall also hunts soul beasts, it doesn't do so indiscriminately and can regulate such actions. That's something other sects or empires can't achieve. Once Spirit Hall unifies the continent and soul spirit contracts become widespread, Spirit Hall can enforce restrictions and countermeasures."

Pausing, he continued, "Besides, this flaw won't have immediate effects. And the reason I openly acknowledge it is because soul spirits are only a temporary measure. I believe spirit rings restrict soul masters. However, due to this world's rules, a soul master can't level up without absorbing spirit rings. Doesn't that seem odd?"

Su Ming glanced around at the others. "Think about it. Given your control over your martial spirits, couldn't you already create techniques stronger than some of your earlier spirit abilities?"

"I've said before that, regardless of the age of the spirit beast, absorbing a spirit ring might break through level restrictions, but it also binds you with lingering consciousness from the ring's source. The same applies to spirit bones."

After Su Ming's explanation, everyone felt as though a new world of possibilities had opened up, but they were helpless to resist the rules as they were.

Xiao Wu asked, puzzled, "So, does that mean we should avoid spirit bones to lessen these limitations?"

Su Ming shook his head. "No. If you encounter suitable spirit bones, you should absorb them. We need the strength to change things. Right now, what we do is worth it for the future."

Ah Yin, who was once a soul beast herself, also felt deeply moved. Just as Su Ming had pointed out, why should humans need to kill soul beasts to grow stronger?

As a former soul beast, she pondered the question. Soul beasts face no such barriers to growth except at the hundred-thousand-year mark when they must choose between transforming or braving a heavenly tribulation.

"Su Ming, if you have a plan to address this, please tell us when the time comes. We'll help however we can," Ah Yin said with a thoughtful expression.

"Actually, what you said brought a question to mind. Why, after a soul beast transforms, does it seem like they start fresh in cultivation, with both soul power and spiritual strength reduced to that of a beginner… yet they can still condense the first six spirit rings on their own?"

Su Ming smiled knowingly and interrupted, "You mean, why do transformed soul beasts re-cultivate the first six spirit rings instead of hunting like humans?"

Ah Yin looked surprised. "How did you know I was going to ask that?"

Su Ming replied, "I'd considered it before. I used to think that the first six rings were due to the innate foundation of a hundred-thousand-year soul beast. But now I think that's incorrect. After transforming, a soul beast's powers are essentially reset, with all remaining foundation channeled into transformation. Otherwise, your starting level after transformation wouldn't just be innate full spirit power."

He continued, "And remember, before transforming, you had power comparable to a Titled Douluo or higher. With such a foundation, it shouldn't only be enough to condense the first six rings. Reaching Spirit Emperor at most is a huge drop-off in power."

As Su Ming elaborated, both Xiao Wu and Ah Yin fell deep into thought. They hadn't considered this before. Why could they only condense six spirit rings, and why did their innate foundation fall short of supporting more?

"Don't let it weigh on you too much," Su Ming chuckled, seeing everyone's serious expressions. "I might be overthinking. If you hadn't asked today, I wouldn't have mentioned it. So, keep this between us."

Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, understanding the sensitivity, quickly assured him, "Don't worry; we won't breathe a word."

They knew Su Ming's ambitions ran deeper than he let on. He was planning something significant.

After saying their goodbyes, Xiao Wu ventured alone into the depths of Star Dou Forest, excited to see Da Ming and Er Ming again.

When Chrysanthemum Douluo moved to protect her, Su Ming held him back, sensing something was amiss.

According to Ah Yin's scouting, Tang San and Tang Hao would likely reach the Blue Silver Emperor's territory in two days.

Taking advantage of this time, Su Ming said to Ah Yin, "Since you've regained your power and no longer have the constraints of spirit rings, why not try developing a few attack techniques for self-defense? Most of your abilities are support-based, but if you intend to fight Tang Hao, it'll take more than strangling him with blue silver grass, right?"

Ah Yin thought it over and nodded. "Alright, I'll give it a try."

Su Ming then showed her a technique to practice. With her fine control over her spirit power, Ah Yin easily transformed a blue silver vine into the shape of a spear.

The technique Su Ming taught her was the Blue Silver Overlord Spear, a move Tang San had once used as his fifth innate spirit ability. If Tang San could use it, then Ah Yin certainly could, too!


Chapter 554: Chapter 554: Tang Hao Arrives

Two days passed quickly, and the blue silver grass at the outskirts of Star Dou Forest swayed gently, relaying information to Ah Yin.

"Tang San and Tang Hao have arrived."

Waiting within the Blue Silver Emperor's territory, Ah Yin said, "Su Ming, they're here!"

Su Ming nodded calmly.

Ah Yin turned to the Blue Silver King and asked, "Blue Silver King, follow the plan I gave you. This is risky—are you sure?"

The elderly Blue Silver King's face was resolute. "My Queen, I'm ready! I also want to see if Tang Hao and Tang San will do anything reckless."

With that, Ghost Douluo concealed everyone within the void.

A quarter-hour later, Tang Hao and Tang San finally reached the Blue Silver Emperor's territory.

After ten days of hurried travel, Tang Hao looked much better. He could now access his spirit power, though he still couldn't use his Clear Sky Hammer.

Weakly, Tang Hao suggested, "Xiao San, we're here. Should we rest a bit until I can use my spirit? I can't protect you otherwise."

Tang San replied confidently, "Don't worry, Father. My strength is definitely above that of the Blue Silver King now, so there's no need for concern."

Tang Hao thought about Tang San's current strength and agreed—taking on the Blue Silver King should be easy. Activating his bloodline now would be wise, especially with the high-level spirit beasts in Star Dou Forest and the likelihood of a Spirit Hall discovery. There was no time to waste!

So, Tang Hao called out, "Blue Silver King! Blue Silver King!"

Moments later, the Blue Silver King appeared before them.

Seeing the Blue Silver King, Tang San felt a surge of excitement—he could finally awaken his Blue Silver Emperor bloodline! But why hadn't the Blue Silver King appeared last time? Could he really have been away from the territory?

Putting his doubts aside, Tang San stepped forward respectfully. "Blue Silver King, I am the son of your Queen. I've come to awaken my Blue Silver Emperor bloodline."

With that, he revealed his Blue Silver Grass spirit. "Given your insight, you must notice something unique about my Blue Silver Grass."

Tang Hao added, "Blue Silver King, we came to find you months ago, but it seemed you were away. This is Ah Yin's only child, and she named him as the next Blue Silver Emperor. She instructed me to bring him here once he reached level fifty."

The Blue Silver King responded calmly, "I'm sorry, but I cannot comply. Based on my perception, our Queen has not perished, and according to our tribe's laws, only one Blue Silver Emperor may exist at a time."

"Even as the Queen, Ah Yin cannot defy this rule. Besides, while Tang San's Blue Silver Grass does contain royal blood, he remains human. We cannot expect a human to protect the Blue Silver Grass clan."

Tang Hao's anger flared. "Blue Silver King, are you defying Ah Yin's command? Yes, she may still live, but her power is reduced to the level of a mere hundred-year spirit. Restoring her strength to ten thousand years could take over ten thousand years, and by then, Xiao San may no longer be here. Do you intend for the clan to go without a new Emperor for that long?"

The Blue Silver King refused to answer and instead asked, "Then, Tang Hao, where is our Queen? Could you bring her here to the ancestral land? With the land's energy, we could greatly speed up her recovery!"

Tang Hao's expression faltered slightly. There was no way he'd let Ah Yin return to the ancestral land; otherwise, he would have brought her here long ago.

He declined, "Apologies, Blue Silver King, but Ah Yin won't be returning to the ancestral land. I want her close by to be near me, and she agrees with this."

Hiding in the shadows, Ah Yin felt nothing but indifference. Staying by his side? Tang Hao had merely planted her as a blue silver grass in a dark cave. And with how long it had been since he last visited her, staying by him was a hollow claim.

Noticing her lack of reaction, Su Ming shot Ah Yin a small smile.

Tang San stepped forward, assuring the Blue Silver King, "You have my word that if I awaken my Blue Silver Emperor bloodline and become the new Emperor, I will protect the Blue Silver Grass clan. I don't want to disappoint my mother."

On the surface, Tang San appeared respectful, but this was merely a tactic to gain the Blue Silver King's help with his bloodline awakening. Internally, he had already marked the Blue Silver King as a potential threat—one to be removed if necessary.

In his mind, despite his mother's instruction, the Blue Silver King had delayed his awakening. This stubborn entity was an obstacle that he'd have to eliminate to safeguard the Blue Silver Grass clan.

Unaware that the Blue Silver King's actions were at Ah Yin's instruction, Tang San grew more impatient.

The Blue Silver King, firm in his stance, replied, "I refuse. Unless you bring our Queen here to issue this command personally, I will not awaken a human's bloodline."

Tang Hao's face darkened. If the Blue Silver King weren't Ah Yin's servant and essential for awakening Tang San's bloodline, he would never have tolerated such defiance!

"Blue Silver King, you should be able to contact Ah Yin with your abilities. Can't you just ask her directly?"

The Blue Silver King remained unmoved. "Our Queen is too weak now. I can sense her presence but can't communicate with or locate her. Otherwise, we would have already brought her back here."

Tang Hao's anger surged. "Blue Silver King! Don't push your luck! If it weren't for Ah Yin's sake, do you think I'd waste words with you?"

He had finally lost his patience. This stubborn Blue Silver King refused to respond to either persuasion or threats! A mere Blue Silver King with only around fifty or sixty thousand years of cultivation—what made him so bold?

Sensing Tang Hao and Tang San's hostility, the Blue Silver King, though inwardly trembling, drew courage from his Queen and her protector nearby. They would surely safeguard him.

And, as Su Ming had informed him, Tang Hao couldn't use his martial spirit due to certain injuries, so the Blue Silver King was even less afraid.


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