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Just as Chu Chengzhou had surmised, deep within the interdimensional space, a silver dragon over a thousand zhang long silently observed everything unfolding outside.
Under normal circumstances, the Silver Dragon King would remain in deep slumber. But with a god-tier human soul master standing right at her doorstep—and as a "dragon remnant" wanted by the God Realm—how could she possibly ignore it?
When Di Tian returned to the interdimensional space, Silver Dragon King let out a dismissive snort. She raised one massive silver claw, and a silvery-white beam of energy shot forth, plunging into Di Tian's body.
Instantly, the mental control imposed by Void Illusion Realm shattered—Di Tian's consciousness snapped back to normal. His golden eyes widened in horror.
That human's psychic art is terrifying—it can even control minds!
Meanwhile, outside, Chu Chengzhou suddenly felt the mental link to Di Tian sever.
"The Silver Dragon King intervened?"
He tightened his grip on the Nine Heavens Chaos Bow, raising his guard to maximum alert.
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Inside the interdimensional space
Di Tian, now fully aware of how he'd been manipulated, knelt before Silver Dragon King in deep shame.
"Please punish me, my Lord."
"Never mind," Silver Dragon King shook her head. "That human soul master's strength rivals a God Officer—and he's a spiritual-type as well. It's only natural you couldn't resist him."
Di Tian, though powerful, was still under 800,000 years. Even with secret techniques, his might barely touched the god-tier threshold—how could he possibly stand against a human whose power far exceeded Level 100?
After a moment's thought, Silver Dragon King spoke:
"Give that Ice Silkworm to the human outside.
In 20,000 years, my hidden injuries will fully heal. Now is not the time for our race to reclaim dominance. We must avoid conflict with human powerhouses—lest we draw the God Realm's attention."
"This… as you command, Lord!"
Di Tian's face twisted in reluctance—but he obeyed.
The million-year Ice Silkworm was a great tonic, yes—but compared to his Lord's safety and the soul beast revival plan, it was utterly insignificant.
After all, for fierce beasts like them, raw energy accumulation wasn't the key—surviving heavenly tribulations was.
Otherwise, the faster one aged without sufficient strength, the quicker one would be struck down by heavenly retribution.
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Outside
Chu Chengzhou didn't wait long. The lake surface, now calm, suddenly erupted—a giant ice silkworm burst forth.
Its head was round and plump, over one meter in diameter and seven meters long, its body jade-white and translucent, with shimmering light swirling beneath its skin. A pair of golden, gleaming eyes blinked atop its head.
Most astonishing were the ten golden rings encircling its body—one every segment, starting half a meter from its head.
"HAHAHAHA—WOOHOO!"
The Ice Silkworm's golden eyes welled up with golden tears as it recalled decades of torment. It shook off the tears like an unattended husky, dancing joyfully in midair.
This little ice worm~ is so happy today~
Hmm… I wonder if that icy lass Ice Empress misses me? Maybe I'll visit the Far North…
Ice Empress (offscreen): "Hah! Pfft!"
"You're… happy?"
A voice cut through its revelry.
"Of course!"
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm chirped without thinking.
"How happy? Tell me more~"
Chu Chengzhou's voice, now unmistakably close, was laced with amusement.
"!!!"
The Ice Silkworm froze mid-dance. It turned—and saw Chu Chengzhou smiling just dozens of meters away.
Next second, its golden eyes locked onto Chu Chengzhou's seven crimson, two golden soul rings—and it trembled violently.
Heaven above!
Pure golden soul rings?! Those were million-year rings!
Did this human hunt two million-year beasts before me?!
Or… did they sacrifice themselves willingly?
After all, no soul master could survive a million-year first ring—and even with sacrifice, a mere Level 10 Soul Trainee couldn't possibly withstand the energy.
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"Do you know why that little black dragon let you go?"
Chu Chengzhou studied the Ice Silkworm curiously.
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm: "…."
That 'little black dragon' you're mocking is Di Tian—the Golden-Eyed Black Dragon King!
Suddenly, realization struck.
"You… you forced Di Tian to release me?"
Its golden eyes popped wide again.
"What do you think?"
The Ice Silkworm fell silent—then asked warily:
"What do you want?"
There was no such thing as a free lunch. This human had defeated Di Tian and demanded its release—surely not out of kindness.
If not to save it… then he clearly coveted its million-year soul ring and soul bone.
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"Little Ice Worm," Chu Chengzhou said plainly, "let's make a deal.
I have a girlfriend—a spiritual-type soul master. I want you to become her ninth soul ring.
Once she ascends to godhood, I'll resurrect you. And with us as your backing, no being in this world will dare harm you again."
"Really?!"
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's eyes lit up.
After decades of abuse, the Ice Silkworm understood better than any beast on the continent: having a powerful patron was everything.
If he had a big brother like this, would Di Tian—the "black lizard"—have dared bully him?
Not a chance!
Just wait till I call my big bro—I'll beat you to a pulp!
Chu Chengzhou pointed to his nine soul rings.
"With my Level 100+ strength and this ring configuration—do you really think I'd lie to you?"
In the next moment, golden light flared—the Ice Silkworm transformed into a handsome youth with golden hair and eyes, clad in white robes. He soared to Chu Chengzhou, clasped his fists, and bowed deeply, voice trembling with excitement:
"Big brother!"
Watching the Ice Silkworm immediately prostrate itself and swear brotherhood, Chu Chengzhou couldn't help but twitch his lips.
Just like humans—once you've been battered by the world, you lose all shame.
He suspected that if he asked, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm would probably be willing to call him "Dad"—no negotiation needed.
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Soon after, Chu Chengzhou departed the Great Star Dou Forest with Tianmeng Ice Silkworm in tow.
Their next destination: Spirit City.
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