Ambushed While Absorbing a Soul Ring

Liu Feng stood before the corpse of the Earth Net Spirit Root, his body slightly leaned forward, his eyes flickering with a mix of excitement and tension.

He took a deep breath, slowly extended his hands, and pressed them against the Earth Net Spirit Root's body.

In an instant, a faint yet immensely powerful Energy Fluctuation flowed from his palms.

Strands of yellow light flickered over the Earth Net Spirit Root's corpse like fireflies, gradually gathering and condensing.

In the end, they formed a Yellow Soul Ring that emitted a gentle glow, hovering silently in midair as though calling for a new master.

Liu Qing cautiously scanned the surroundings, then nodded with certainty. "It's safe here, Xiao Feng. Hurry and absorb the Soul Ring. The rest of us will stand guard. We won't let anything disturb you."

Zhang Niu and Zhang Ma moved swiftly, taking positions at Both Sides of the camp. They Clenched their weapons tightly, their sharp gazes vigilantly sweeping over every blade of grass and tree around them.

Sun Lao San gave a low shout and released his Gold Devouring Rat Martial Soul. Gray Soul Power Glow radiated from his body as he used his keen Perception Ability to keep watch over the movements underground.

Liu Qing remained at Liu Feng's side, every muscle in his body taut as he stood Ready to Go for any unexpected situation.

Liu Feng took a deep breath and slowly sat cross-legged before the Earth Net Spirit Root's corpse. He gradually closed his eyes and began to Mobilize the Soul Power Inside the Body.

In an instant, a familiar warm power surged from his Dantian like rushing Rivers, quickly circulating through his Meridians and spreading throughout his body.

As Soul Power continuously gathered, a faint Blue Light gradually appeared around Liu Feng, as though he were shrouded beneath a mysterious curtain of light.

Suddenly, Liu Feng snapped his eyes open.

"Blue Silver Grass!"

In an instant, a soft yet resilient Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul appeared before him. Like a nimble Living Thing, it swiftly wrapped around the hovering Yellow Soul Ring and tightly enveloped it.

The blue-green radiance of the Blue Silver Grass intertwined with the glow of the Yellow Soul Ring, blending together as though they were holding a conversation that transcended the boundaries of life.

Liu Feng's Soul Power was like countless invisible threads, guiding the growth and spread of the Blue Silver Grass.

The Blue Silver Grass shone ever brighter, its leaves trembling slightly as though greedily sensing the Soul Ring's Energy Fluctuation.

Liu Feng's face was filled with concentration as Soul Power poured out without end. He worked hard to guide the Blue Silver Grass and the Soul Ring into forming a subtle yet close connection.

As time Quietly Passed, the glow of the Blue Silver Grass gradually fused with the Soul Ring's radiance, forming gentle yellow halos that enveloped Liu Feng.

Liu Feng clearly sensed that the energy within the Soul Ring was being drawn in by the Blue Silver Grass, slowly flowing toward it like a trickling stream.

Joy rose in his heart. He knew this was the Key Node for absorbing the Soul Ring.

Thus, his Soul Power surged into the Blue Silver Grass like a Surging Tide.

Driven by Soul Power, the Blue Silver Grass flashed brightly. Countless slender blades of grass, like sharp needles, Pierced Towards the Soul Ring's Energy Core, gradually breaking down and absorbing its energy.

However, as the absorption deepened, pain slowly appeared on Liu Feng's face, and his body began to tremble faintly. Yet his gaze remained exceptionally firm, revealing an unyielding determination.

He could clearly feel the energy within the Soul Ring desperately resisting. Waves of powerful recoil struck his body like a Heavy Hammer.

But Liu Feng showed no intention of retreating. He gritted his teeth as Bean-sized Sweat Drops Rolled Down his forehead, constantly adjusting the output rhythm of his Soul Power in an attempt to suppress the violent energy within the Soul Ring.

Second by second, the Soul Ring's glow gradually dimmed, while Liu Feng's Blue Silver Grass grew brighter and brighter.

Under the Blue Silver Grass's pull, the energy within the Soul Ring was broken into tiny Fragments that slowly flowed through the Blue Silver Grass's veins and entered Liu Feng's body.

Liu Feng's Meridians seemed to be scorched by blazing flames, sending waves of agonizing pain through him. Yet his Soul Power became increasingly condensed as he focused on gradually refining the incoming energy and blending it into his own Soul Power.

Yellow rings of light continuously flickered around Liu Feng's body, as though cheering for his success.

Finally, with a low Muffled Sound, the last trace of Soul Ring energy was completely refined and merged into Liu Feng's Martial Soul.

Liu Feng's body suddenly shook. The Yellow Soul Ring's glow vanished in an instant, turning into countless tiny energy Fragments that entered his Martial Soul.

However, just as Liu Feng was about to complete the crucial absorption of the Soul Ring, a faint rustling sound suddenly came from the distant bushes.

Sun Lao San's ears twitched slightly, and his gaze instantly became as sharp as an Eagle's. But everything had happened too suddenly.

A small and agile Soul Beast—a Rodent Weasel—shot out from the bushes like black lightning, heading straight for Liu Feng.

The Rodent Weasel was covered in fine gray fur that glinted coldly in the dim light. Its Blood Red eyes flashed with a bloodthirsty ferocity.

It was incredibly fast, reaching Liu Feng's back in almost the blink of an eye.

Zhang Ma, Zhang Niu, and Sun Lao San reacted almost simultaneously, but the Rodent Weasel moved far too swiftly. They could only do everything they could to stop it.

Zhang Ma shouted and instantly used his Second Soul Skill, Galloping Horse. The muscles in his legs swelled at once, his Speed suddenly soared, and his entire body became a black Illusion. The Short Blade in his hand drew streaks of cold light as it stabbed at the Rodent Weasel.

However, the Rodent Weasel was exceptionally agile. It cleverly twisted its body in midair, easily avoiding Zhang Ma's attack before shooting toward Zhang Niu like a bullet fired from a gun.

Seeing this, Zhang Niu immediately used his First Soul Skill, Diamond Fist. A dazzling layer of white light Lit Up around his Right Fist, while his arm thickened and his Muscles bulged high.

With a loud shout, he threw a punch at the Rodent Weasel with unstoppable momentum.

The punch was tremendously powerful, producing bursts of explosions In the Air. Yet the Rodent Weasel nimbly leaped off the ground, drew an arc through the air, and avoided the attack. It then circled around Zhang Niu's side and charged at Liu Feng once more.

Seeing this, Sun Lao San immediately used his First Soul Skill, Swift Claw. His body instantly Turned Into a blurry shadow, and his Speed increased drastically.

He swiftly blocked the Rodent Weasel's path. The Metal Claws on his Hands glinted with an icy chill as he fiercely grabbed at it.

However, the Rodent Weasel was simply too fast. It made a sharp turn in midair and actually rushed past Sun Lao San's side.

Zhang Ma, Zhang Niu, and Sun Lao San Launched Attack almost at the same time, but with its astonishing Speed and agility, the Rodent Weasel weaved through the three of them like Gui Mei, constantly seeking an opportunity to attack Liu Feng.

Zhang Ma was frantic. He immediately used his First Soul Skill, Galloping Horse, combining the two Amplification Soul Skills into one. His Speed increased even further as the Short Blade in his hand stabbed toward the Rodent Weasel like a raging storm.

Zhang Niu used his Second Soul Skill, Mountain Charging Qi. A powerful aura surged around his body, greatly increasing his strength and defense.

He quickly moved in front of Liu Feng, using his body to build a solid line of defense for him. The Long-handled Double-sided Axe in his hand was Ready to Go.

Sun Lao San continuously used Swift Claw, trying to catch the cunning Rodent Weasel with his Metal Claws.

During the fierce battle, Sun Lao San became even more agile and unpredictable with his Third Soul Skill, Gusty Step, but the Rodent Weasel was simply too fast.

During one rapid charge, it suddenly Launched Attack from Sun Lao San's side and viciously bit down on his Left Eye—no, his left arm.

"Ah!" Sun Lao San cried out in pain, his body swaying slightly. A deep wound instantly appeared on his left arm, blood pouring out and staining his sleeve red.

But Sun Lao San's gaze remained firm. He showed no intention of retreating as he endured the intense pain and continued fighting.

Seeing this, Zhang Ma became frantic and immediately increased the speed of his attacks.

He used his Third Soul Skill, Galloping Charge. Powerful force erupted from his legs, and he charged fiercely at the Rodent Weasel like a crazed Galloping Horse.

Under the two men's powerful attacks, the Rodent Weasel finally failed to evade in time. It was struck by Zhang Ma's Galloping Charge, sent flying like a kite with its string cut, and smashed heavily onto the ground.

It let out a Piercing Scream, and a strange layer of black light began to spread over its body.

Its eyes became Blood Red, and its teeth and Claws gleamed coldly. It had clearly entered a berserk state.

"Be careful, it's about to go berserk!" Liu Qing warned loudly, a trace of vigilance flashing through his eyes.

Just as the Rodent Weasel prepared to launch its berserk attack, Liu Qing shouted to the others while suddenly rushing out from the side.

He held a longbow in his hand, with an arrow already nocked on the string.

He shouted as the Short Bow was pulled open violently, the bowstring stretched into the shape of a full moon. The arrow shot toward the Rodent Weasel like lightning.

"Whoosh!" Carrying a Sharp Whistling Sound, the arrow struck without error, entering through the Rodent Weasel's Left Eye and piercing its brain.

"Pfft!" With a Muffled Sound, the Rodent Weasel's body instantly stiffened before slowly collapsing to the ground, no longer moving.