Three Spirit Rings Absorbed at Once, Breaking Precedent; Judgment Bore the Wounds, Hiding Her Resolve

Devouring Golden Silk, like greedy tentacles, frantically siphoned the energy from the three Thousand Jun Ant Emperors. The once-ferocious Ant Emperors struggled with ever less strength, their black shells gradually losing their luster as their bodies shriveled at a visible rate. In the end, they all collapsed to the ground, utterly lifeless. As they fell, three deep-purple Spirit Rings slowly rose and hovered above their corpses. The patterns flowing across the rings were profound and intricate—the mark of cultivation nearing Hundred Thousand Years.

"Just right." Lin Zhixia looked at the three Spirit Rings, a flicker of relief passing through her eyes. "These three Spirit Rings are of exceptional quality. They can serve perfectly as the sixth, seventh, and eighth Spirit Rings of your Clear Sky Hammer."

Tang San gazed at the floating Spirit Rings, his brow slightly furrowed. "But absorbing three Spirit Rings at once has never been done before on Douluo Continent. With the violent energy within the rings stacking together, I'm afraid my body may not be able to withstand it."

"Don't worry." Lin Zhixia stepped forward, silver-purple Power of Judgment slowly flowing from her body and forming a gentle halo around her. "I'm here. If your body cannot bear it, I'll use the Power of Judgment to guide the energy for you. I'll share every violent impact and any soul tremors that may arise." Her voice was calm yet firm. Her gaze rested on Tang San, carrying an unquestionable resolve. "After all, you still need to go to Sea God Island and complete the Final Trial. Jialing Pass needs you as well. Nothing can happen to you here."

Warmth filled Tang San's heart. Though he still had concerns, he finally nodded when he saw Lin Zhixia's resolute eyes. "All right. Then I'll be relying on you."

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