Charm +99

Although the system itself was an existence beyond all limits, this ability was truly absurd!

He had previously felt somewhat regretful about his Soul Ring Configuration, but who would have thought there would be such a turn of events after the darkness?

Did that not mean that as long as he took in a disciple with sufficiently monstrous talent, his Soul Ring Age could soar on the spot?

Why keep lying low, then? He had to intervene in the plot!

Take disciples! He needed to take disciples as soon as possible!

And he could not just take anyone. He had to choose carefully and find those future Monsters!

Promising seedlings... At this point in time, where would promising seedlings appear?

Speaking of Monsters!

Lin Feng's gaze involuntarily turned toward the end of the road—Suotuo City.

"Oh! What a coincidence, huh?"

A meaningful smile curled across his lips as the Gears of Fate meshed together perfectly at this very moment.

"Didn't I arrive just in time?"

"System, do you have a personal panel? Also, shouldn't you give me some compensation? Like a gift pack?"

[Yes, Host, there is.]

[Ding! One Martial Arts Gift Pack. Charm permanently +99 points (effective immediately)! Please collect it...]

With a thought, Lin Feng sensed the existence of the gift pack.

Charm +99?

He looked himself over. He did not feel any changes, so he did not dwell on it for now.

Focusing on the Martial Arts Gift Pack, he found it filled with manuals from a high-martial world.

The highest-grade ones had reached Grandmaster level.

After a brief assessment, he felt that their level was roughly comparable to Tang San's Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record.

There were too many of these Martial Arts techniques. He could study them slowly later.

With another thought, he silently brought up his system panel:

[Name]: Lin Feng

[Age]: 18

[Charm]: 99

[Martial Soul]: Seven-Orifice Lotus Seed (God-grade)

[Traits]: The Seven-Orifice Lotus Seed Martial Soul grants the Host a constant increase in base combat power and cultivation speed. Current multiplier: 7x

[Level]: Level 79, Power Attack System Battle Soul Saint

[Soul Rings]: Yellow (420 years), Yellow (750 years), Purple (2,000 years), Purple (6,000 years), Black (14,000 years), Black (40,000 years), Black (60,000 years)

[Soul Bones]: None

[Soul Skills]: First Soul Skill—Lotus Seed Splits the Sky: The Lotus Seed transformed into a green blade, unleashing an eerie sword qi slash with exceptional piercing power. It possessed armor-piercing and tearing effects against energy-based defensive Soul Skills.

Second Soul Skill—Lotus Shadow Thousand Patrols: It condensed phantom Lotus Seeds around the body, forming a lotus-shadow barrier that combined offense and defense. It could be controlled at will to block attacks or seize the initiative.

Third Soul Skill—Spirit Origin Recovery: It activated the Lotus Seed's life essence and released it toward a selected target, rapidly restoring injuries and replenishing a portion of Soul Power.

Fourth Soul Skill—Myriad Transformation Lotus Prison: Centered on the user, it manifested countless fine lotus-petal sword qi. Wherever the mind directed, ten thousand petals fired at once, forming a large-scale rain of swords.

Fifth Soul Skill—Boundless Lotus Tomb: It unfolded a unique lotus domain. Within the domain, tough, sharp lotus stalks sprouted from the ground, while invisible sword qi and pressure filled the air, continuously cutting, harassing, and suppressing enemies.

Sixth Soul Skill—One Sword Severing Techniques: It condensed the Seven-Orifice Lotus Seed's true body to unleash an ultimate slash containing a trace of the intent to "sever rules," granting it the power to break techniques.

It can forcibly sever the energy connection of a Soul Skill currently being cast by the target, interrupting the casting by force.

It can cleave apart defenses such as energy barriers and Barriers.

It can ignore physical defenses and inflict true damage.

Seventh Soul Skill—Lotus Seed Descends Upon the World (Martial Soul Avatar): It transformed into the true form of the Seven-Orifice Lotus Seed. All attributes surged severalfold, and every gesture could summon a vast, unmatched torrent of sword qi.

...

Lin Feng swiftly scanned through the panel. The information was indeed extraordinarily detailed.

"Mm, this panel is convenient. I can quantify my own condition more directly now." He nodded to himself.

Although he already had a good grasp of his own strength, presenting it as data was indeed much clearer.

His gaze turned once more toward Suotuo City, and a powerful sense of anticipation surged within his chest.

With his current cultivation, which was close to that of a Soul Douluo, along with the Seven-Orifice Lotus Seed's enhancement and so many powerful Soul Skills, he should no longer need to fear that Old Schemer who had always been lurking in the shadows.

Though they had never truly fought, he was confident he could handle him.

Moreover, he vaguely sensed that the bottleneck preventing him from breaking through to Soul Douluo seemed to be right before his eyes!

In high spirits, Lin Feng strolled leisurely along the forest path.

Suddenly, a black figure fleeing in panic entered his sight.

The figure possessed a graceful physique, and her astonishing curves appeared even more soul-stirring as she fled at high speed.

Even a fleeting glimpse was enough to leave a deep impression.

The woman's black clothing was torn in several places, revealing savage bloodstains beneath. She was clearly badly injured, and her steps staggered.

That distinctive outfit and prominent features immediately brought a name to Lin Feng's mind.

"Hm? Could this be Zhu Zhuqing?"

A hint of amusement flashed through his eyes. "Looks like she's run into trouble."

"She just escaped from the Zhu Family? She crossed thousands of miles to flee to the Heaven Dou Empire, probably to find that Fiancé she has barely met a few times..."

As if to confirm his guess, no sooner had the thought arisen than several murderous figures sped after Zhu Zhuqing in the direction she had vanished.

Having roughly confirmed her identity, Lin Feng immediately made up his mind.

She was indeed suitable as his first Disciple!

She was in the midst of a crisis right now. Was this not a heaven-sent opportunity?

Even though he knew perfectly well that, according to the original course of events, Zhu Zhuqing would escape without his intervention and would not be in mortal danger.

But who told her she had already caught Lin Feng's eye?

"Hehe, you and I had no fate, all because they're big and round. First Disciple, it'll be you!"

His figure flashed, and he silently followed after her.

Zhu Zhuqing was indeed clever and knew how to make use of her Martial Soul's advantages.

During the chase, she had already slipped into a dense forest.

Towering trees filled this place, and the terrain was complex and ever-changing. It was an excellent natural barrier, greatly hindering the pursuers' vision and speed.

In the original script, she might have escaped precisely by relying on this cover.

Lin Feng followed unhurriedly behind, acting as a spectator.

With his strength, killing those few Soul Elders and the leading Soul Ancestor would be as easy as turning his hand.

But he was not some warmhearted knight. When doing a Good Thing, how could he possibly not leave his name behind?

A sharp gleam flashed in his eyes. He suddenly accelerated, passed everyone, and quietly appeared along the only path Zhu Zhuqing would have to take, calmly blocking her way.

"Miss, why are you in such a sorry state?"

A faint smile hung on his face as he continued, "Do you need help?"

This sudden voice exploded against Zhu Zhuqing's tightly strained nerves!

She abruptly stopped, her chest heaving violently in magnificent waves.

Her hurried gasps spoke of her unrest.

A pair of wary eyes stared fixedly at Lin Feng.

She was secretly shocked. She had not even seen how this man had appeared!

Her heart pounded uncontrollably—not from the feeling of seeing someone she loved, but purely because he had frightened her.

"Y-you, who are you? Why are you blocking my way?"