Li Xun's smile was brimming with confidence.
Although the intelligent Spirit Ring researched by the Sky Dream Iceworm wasn't as domineering as a soul sacrifice, it was still quite formidable.
Moreover, besides Xiao Wu, where else could he find a Soul Beast willing to abandon everything for him?
Seeing the Sword Douluo's puzzled expression, Skydream chuckled and immediately explained their research: "So? Are you shocked by my wisdom?"
The Sword Douluo wasn't particularly shocked, but his concern remained: "What if it fails?"
"If it fails, we'll both die. But his life is valuable too. Do you think he'd drag me down with him?" Li Xun raised an eyebrow at Skydream.
Skydream was somewhat puzzled. If their method failed, at worst, Li Xun would explode during the Soul Power transfer, and he would still retain some energy. How could he be in danger?
After a moment of contemplation, he glanced at the Sword Douluo beside him and his expression froze.
Then, he looked at Li Xun in utter astonishment: "I trusted you so much, but you're actually guarding against me?"
"Brother Skydream, how could I guard against you? Since I let you research this method, I've already prepared for death. But if we succeed, I'll take you to godhood. If we fail, what's wrong with dying together? After all, my life is valuable too, isn't it?"
Li Xun's feet lit up with seven Spirit Rings: one yellow, two purple, two black, and two red. He pointed at the two blood-red Spirit Rings: "Besides, I'm the one taking the biggest risk here. Even without you, I have a high chance of becoming a god."
Skydream's previously hurt expression vanished when he saw the two blood-red Spirit Rings.
His eyes widened, and he murmured, "Your sixth and seventh Spirit Rings are already hundred-thousand-year ones? If you can't become a god with these, then there's no justice in the world."
"So? Do you still think you're at a disadvantage?" Li Xun said with a smile.
"..." Skydream was stumped. With Li Xun's current conditions, losing him wouldn't be a big deal: "Can I ask why you're taking such a huge risk?"
"I just want to go further. After all, gods are divided into levels: third-tier, second-tier, first-tier, and God Kings. Even among God Kings, there are differences in strength."
Skydream was stunned. This was a blind spot in both his and the Soul Beasts' knowledge. No Soul Beast had ever achieved godhood. Although the collective goal of Soul Beasts was to become gods, what benefits they would gain and what positions they would hold after becoming gods were blank in their inherited memories.
After a long while, Skydream's emotions stabilized, and he looked at Li Xun with burning eyes: "With my help now, our goal is the God King."
"But I also have a request. Those Soul Beasts absorb my Soul Power to evolve, right? How about we turn them into Spirit Rings and Soul Bones in the future? Let them become the nourishment for our ascent to God Kings! Hmph!"
"Prosperity and loss are shared," Li Xun nodded with a smile.
The Sword Douluo watched as the man and the beast reached an agreement, his expression complex. He realized that after living for so many years, he knew less than Li Xun and a worm.
Seeing that Li Xun had agreed, Skydream's small eyes flickered with a cunning gleam. "Actually, big bro can not only boost your strength but also give you an additional Martial Soul. How's that for tempting?"
"Is this what you're talking about?" Li Xun extended his left hand, and a second Martial Soul materialized in his palm.
"Oh no, I forgot you already have a second Martial Soul!" Skydream Iceworm's eyes bulged as he exclaimed in surprise.
Li Xun smirked playfully. "I already have a second Martial Soul, and I think the chances of developing a third one are slim. Let's just proceed as usual."
Naturally, Li Xun was aware that Skydream Iceworm could use the Ice Empress Scorpion to transform the host's second Martial Soul. However, not only did he already possess one, but he had never considered acquiring a third Martial Soul.
Having three Martial Souls was indeed a rare and exceptional advantage, but its versatility was limited. This was mainly due to the restriction of only being able to use one Martial Soul at a time.
If Li Xun's second Martial Soul were entirely composed of 100,000 Year Soul Rings, then the existence of a third Martial Soul would essentially be a waste. More importantly, 100,000 Year Soul Beasts might temporarily vanish from the continent as a result.
Seeing that this simp wasn't ready to give up, Li Xun had no choice but to gently persuade him. Realizing that his trickery had failed, Skydream finally came clean.
Reluctantly, Li Xun promised to work with him on researching how to preserve the Ice Empress Scorpion's soul intact.
After addressing Skydream's request, both man and beast's expressions turned serious, as this matter concerned their survival and future endeavors.
Suddenly, a brilliant light erupted from Skydream Iceworm's plump body, and nine golden patterns transformed into golden halos that enveloped both of them.
Vast waves of spiritual energy rippled outward, extending for hundreds of miles.
A circle of crystalline white light suddenly condensed around Li Xun's second Martial Soul, then transformed into a smooth, rounded halo that gradually deepened in color.
White, yellow, purple, black, and finally red—the color stopped changing at red.
"Li Xun, big bro's energy is too immense, and since it's your second Martial Soul that's receiving the Spirit Ring, your current physical condition can only withstand around 130,000 years of energy. The remaining energy will be stored and sealed into seven layers. As your physical strength grows, these seals will gradually unlock, eventually merging into the Spirit Ring and unleashing the true power of a 980,000 Year Spirit Ring."
"Also, there's one more thing. I can't provide you with a Soul Bone, but I can grant you four Soul Skills."
Skydream Iceworm's body gradually became ethereal, and his size shrank. Two of the nine golden halos turned into golden dust and merged into the Spirit Ring of Li Xun's second Martial Soul.
The remaining seven golden halos then flowed into Li Xun's forehead, entering his Spiritual Sea of Consciousness.
"Hey!" Skydream suddenly exclaimed in surprise. "Li Xun, big bro just realized that your second Martial Soul still has significant room for evolution. Since the excess energy would otherwise go to waste, I'll reshape it for you first."
As Skydream Iceworm continuously infused the energy that was about to dissipate into the world into the second Martial Soul in Li Xun's hand, the form of the kunai began to change.
The originally pitch-black kunai gradually softened, its color turning crystalline, and a chilling aura began to emanate from it. Finally, it transformed into a half-foot-long ice needle.
Sky Dream Iceworm felt that it wasn't aesthetically pleasing enough, so he carved some patterns on it. After finishing, he nodded in satisfaction: "Let's leave it at this for now. I think there's still room for evolution, but it wouldn't be worth it to use the energy of the seal. I suggest that when you add Spirit Rings to your second Martial Soul in the future, we can use the excess energy for further modifications."
After completing this, Sky Dream Iceworm's body gradually dissipated, leaving only a cluster of light points that merged into the top of Li Xun's head.
In the Spiritual Sea of Consciousness.
Li Xun sensed his current state and nodded, naturally feeling pleased about it: "Skydream, what skills have you bestowed upon me?"
Skydream quickly floated to Li Xun's side, lifting his head proudly: "I'm different from ordinary 100,000 Year Soul Beasts. Although I can't provide you with a Soul Bone, I can offer you four auxiliary Soul Skills."
"Although you're not a mental-type Soul Master, your spiritual power is exceptionally vast. I've made some simple adjustments to tailor the Soul Skills to better suit you."
-Support me in Patreon for more chapters 35+ chapters in there
patreon.com/QueenTL
Thanks!