A Tangle That Couldn't Be Cut or Sorted Out
Spirit City, Saint Son Hall.
Just now, Bibi Dong returned from handling matters within the palace and was surprised to find that she could not enter her room.
There seemed to be an invisible Space Barrier blocking the way outside the door.
She summoned her guards to ask who had come today, and the answer was naturally no.
As a result, Bibi Dong had a vague idea in her mind.
Such Spatial Means... could it be that that wicked disciple has returned? He's just back and already wants to seize this Saint Son Hall? I haven't even packed my things yet!
Having no space-related Soul Skill, she was at a loss and could only forcefully attack her own boudoir. "Retreat outside the hall and guard it; no one is allowed to approach."
"Yes, Your His Holiness the Pope!" The guard bowed and withdrew.
After confirming that no one was around, Bibi Dong summoned the Death Spider Emperor Martial Soul and gave a soft shout:
Sixth Soul Skill: Blood Sucking Spider Thorn!
It must be said that Bibi Dong is very talented in combat, and the Soul Skill she chooses are extremely targeted.
There are two best ways to forcibly break through this type of Space Barrier—
Firstly, it uses a point-to-surface approach, concentrating the strongest attack on a single point.
Secondly, high-frequency attacks are used to deplete the Soul Power that maintains the barrier.
Currently, Bibi Dong's Second Martial Soul has not yet been equipped with Soul Ring, lacking powerful single-target attacks. Using a high-frequency attack like "Blood Sucking Spider Thorn" is a very wise move.
Countless sharp spider stings rained down on the barrier, creating ripples. However, the barrier was incredibly resilient, withstanding the entire Soul Skill without breaking.
What alarmed Bibi Dong was that this Space Barrier could autonomously absorb Soul Power to replenish its consumption!
She was certain that the barrier was actively absorbing the Free Soul Power, rather than being artificially replenished.
This discovery horrified her; this little rascal's Soul Skill were as bizarre and monstrous as ever!
Bibi Dong was also a proud person, and at this moment she lost her temper and unleashed her eighth Soul Skill without hesitation— Spider Emperor Clone.
A clone that requires the original body to control, possesses the same strength as the original body, and can unleash the first seven Soul Skill appears.
She manipulated her clone to continue unleashing "Blood Sucking Spider Thorn," while her main body relied on the power of the 100,000-Year Death Spider Emperor Arm Spirit Bones to continuously attack.
The barrier finally shattered before the clone could dissipate.
She immediately withdrew her clone and rushed into the room with a hint of anger and urgency, but the result disappointed her. She did not see that familiar figure who often worried her.
But the boxes piled on the ground and the rows of Jade Bottle on the table clearly indicated that the little rascal had indeed returned, but he had probably already left by now.
She walked in slowly, and as she passed the pile of boxes, she picked one up and opened it.
Inside was a Spirit Bone, its aura powerful and clearly of extraordinary quality, at least ten thousand years old.
She quickly put it down and picked up another, larger box, only then noticing a note stuck to the side that read:
"The 150,000-Year Soul Devouring Spider Emperor Left Leg Bone."
"—Dedicated to His Holiness the His Holiness the Pope."
Bibi Dong now only has three Spirit Bone—
The Death Spider Emperor's left and right arm bones, as well as its External Soul Bone, "Six-Winged Purple Light Wings".
Normally, if she obtained a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone that perfectly matched her Martial Soul, she would definitely examine it or even absorb it immediately.
But at this moment, her gaze Jiujiu on the second line of text.
A feeling of being relentlessly pressured, with nowhere to retreat, welled up within her. This little rascal seemed unwilling to give her even a moment's respite. Their correspondence over the past few years had been filled with flirtatious remarks.
Now... if I absorb this Spirit Bone, does that mean...?
Her mind was in turmoil, so she didn't open the box but put it directly into her Storage Bracelet.
Without examining the other Spirit Bone, she walked to the table, sat down, and picked up the letter on it, unfolding it—
Your His Holiness the Pope:
Seeing this letter is like seeing you in person! I miss you so much!
These past few years have been very fruitful in the Star Dou Great Forest. I obtained some Spirit Bone and also refined some Spirit Ring Pill.
Both documents provide detailed information on the types, attributes, and ages of the Soul Beast involved!
However, right now, the only things suitable for you are a Spirit Bone and two Spirit Ring Pill.
The Spirit Bone comes from the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor, which lived 150,000 years ago; it is the left leg bone.
The Spirit Ring Pill are the 199,999-year-old Human-faced Spider Emperor Spirit Ring Pill and the 299,999-year-old Hell Demon Dragon King Spirit Ring Pill.
There were originally two more that were even older, but with your current level and physique, you probably won't be able to absorb them all.
But don't worry, I promised that within a few years I would definitely collect the Soul Ring and Spirit Bone for you, helping you reach the peak below the God Level.
How does His Holiness the invincible His Holiness the Pope of the mainland plan to thank me then?
The barrier outside the room is working pretty well, isn't it? You probably guessed it too, it's the sixth Soul Skill brought by the Inkstone of No Return!
I won't show my face this time. A brief meeting must end, and it only adds to the sadness! See you at the Spirit Master Competition finals!
Oh, remember to remind Nana to train diligently. I've trained several quite powerful Soul Master outside! Don't let them slip through your fingers...
That's all I have to say, Your His Holiness the Pope... remember me! —Lin Hai.
After reading the letter, Bibi Dong seemed oblivious, staring blankly at the letter.
After a moment, a soft sigh escaped from his lips, "This Space Barrier, these Elixir Pill and Spirit Bone... is this the answer sheet you've given me? Are you trying to tell me that you're no longer the child you were back then?"
"Since leaving Spirit City, he hasn't called me 'teacher' in a single letter. Is he planning to graduate? Or is he thinking of..."
Her thoughts drifted further and further away, becoming more and more tangled the more she tried to organize them. A blush gradually spread across her pretty face, finally turning into a soft, coquettish sigh:
"You wicked disciple..."
Lin Hai found a hotel in the city to stay in and returned to the Shrek Academy at noon the next day.
Sensing that everyone was eating in the restaurant, he strolled over. Before he even entered, his voice could already be heard inside:
"Teacher Shao, I'm back. Is there lunch for me?"
Upon hearing the sound, everyone's eyes turned to the doorway, their expressions varying.
Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, Yu Xiaogang, Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun all wore expressions of surprise.
Tang San, on the other hand, looked utterly dejected.
Ning Rongrong, Oscar, Flender's faces darkened for a moment, as if they were back to the day they ran laps.
The others remained relatively calm.
"Brother, you're back?!"
"Lin Hai, you're back?!"
Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing spoke almost simultaneously.
Lin Hai swaggered in, smiled and nodded at the two men, ignoring everyone else's expressions.
Immediately afterwards, the fourth Soul Ring flashed, and the wooden planks on the ground shattered instantly.
Soil and water vapor rapidly converged, and in the blink of an eye, an Ice Crystal Seat Cushion materialized between Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing's seats.
He went straight to the ice cube tray, took out a leather blanket from his Storage Ring, and laid it out. He then took out a bowl and chopsticks, picked up a spoon from the table, and was about to serve himself rice. The whole process was very practiced...
Seeing his demeanor, Flender spoke with an unfriendly expression, "You brat..."
Lin Hai, busy serving rice, interrupted without looking up:
"Dean, there's no need to say anything more. Damaging academy property will result in a fine of one Gold Soul Coin, which will be handed over to you after dinner."