Human-Faced Demon Sheep

Not only healing-type, but other support-type spirit's growth space is also limited, making it difficult to reach high levels.

As the number one support master in the world, Ning Fengzhi's soul power has only reached Level Seventy-Nine.

Long Chen guessed that the Nine Heart Begonia, like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, has limitations in spirit quality, making it difficult to break through.

When Ye Lingling's grandmother passed away, her soul power was Level Seventy-Two.

Ye Susu is Forty-Five Years Old this year, with soul power at Level Sixty-Five. Among the Nine Heart Begonia spirit master clan, her talent is considered quite high.

Most Nine Heart Begonia spirit masters cannot break through Level Seventy in their lifetime.

However, for Ye Susu, breaking through Level Ninety is still an unattainable existence.

Upon learning that the Nine Heart Begonia could reach the higher Sacred Hearts Begonia realm, Long Chen felt a bit surprised.

That Aromatic Silk Beauty immortal herb might truly be able to change the fate of Ye Lingling's Nine Heart Begonia clan.

"Xiao Chen, don't overthink it. Lingling will get used to it slowly. You've also been tired all day, go back to your room and rest early."

"Okay. Uncle, Auntie, goodnight."

"Goodnight."

Watching Long Chen's departing back, Ye Susu sighed.

"Xiao Chen awakened an Evil attribute spirit, and it's Innate Full Soul Power. What if he can't control that power?"

"Yes, if Xiao Chen didn't have Innate Full Soul Power, I would advise him to give up cultivation, and then he wouldn't become a Fallen One. But he's a genius, we can't interfere with his life, we can only guide him as much as possible, protect him well, and let him walk on the right path."

"Brother Tianming, I believe in Xiao Chen. After dealing with Mother's funeral, you should take him to hunt soul beasts, right?"

"Yes."

For the Ye Tian Couple, Long Chen, like Ye Lingling, was a child they doted on.

They also looked forward to Long Chen's growth.

Ye Lingling's grandmother's funeral was quickly concluded.

In the following days, with Long Chen's careful companionship, Ye Lingling's emotions had eased considerably, but she was no longer as lively and cheerful as before.

One day, the Ye Tianming Couple called Long Chen and Ye Lingling to the study.

On the table in front of them, two exquisite wooden boxes were placed.

Ye Tianming smiled and said:

"Xiao Chen, Lingling, you are about to officially step into the ranks of spirit masters. Mom and Dad have prepared a gift for you. Open it and take a look."

Long Chen and Ye Lingling looked at each other, then carefully opened the boxes in front of them.

The contents of the two boxes looked similar, with two items each: one was a dagger, and the other was similar to a belt.

Long Chen asked:

"Uncle Ye, is this a Storage Artifact?"

"Yes, Storage Artifacts are essential for Soul Masters. You two should try them out."

Long Chen and Ye Lingling exchanged a smile, then tied the Storage Artifacts around their waists and tested them.

"Very good, thank you, Uncle, Auntie."

Long Chen's gaze fell upon the dagger.

He picked it up and carefully drew it out. A dazzling cold light flashed, sending a shiver down his spine.

"Xiao Chen, this dagger is incredibly sharp and can cut through metal. Be careful when using it, lest you cut yourself."

"Mm, I understand. Thank you, Auntie."

Long Chen put the dagger into the Storage Artifact.

Ye Tianming continued:

"Xiao Chen, tomorrow I will take you to the Sunset Forest to hunt a Soul Beast and help you obtain your First Soul Ring. After we return, I will send you two to the academy."

"Okay."

Long Chen glanced at Ye Lingling beside him and said softly:

"Lingling, do you want to come with us to hunt Soul Beasts?"

"Mm."

Ye Lingling nodded gently, not saying much more.

Ye Tianming patted Ye Lingling's head.

"Alright, then I'll take you both along."

The Sunset Forest is located two hundred miles east of Heaven Dou City. It is not large, and most of the Soul Beasts in the forest are below ten thousand years of Cultivation.

Long Chen's First Soul Ring can come from a hundred-year Soul Beast.

Therefore, even bringing two children who had just awakened their Martial Souls would be very safe.

The next day, Ye Tianming brought Long Chen and Ye Lingling to the Sunset Forest.

A rich and fresh natural aura swept over them.

Towering ancient trees stood tall, their trunks covered in moss and vines, appearing ancient and weathered.

Occasionally, birdsong and beast roars could be heard in the forest, near or far, but all filled with wild vitality.

Sunlight filtered down through the gaps in the dense canopy, forming mottled and shifting light and shadow, adding a touch of tranquility and fantasy to this forest.

Beneath this peaceful exterior, countless soul beasts lurked, some hidden in the grass, others climbing among the tree tops, silently observing the outsiders who entered the forest.

The three walked along a winding path, occasionally spotting small soul beasts darting through, leaving behind trails of panicked footprints.

This was Long Chen and Ye Lingling's first time in the Soul Beast Forest, and both were curious about everything around them.

Ye Tianming walked at the front, vigilantly observing their surroundings.

His gaze was sharp, as if it could penetrate all disguises and capture the traces of soul beasts.

"Xiao Chen, your First Soul Ring can be taken from a soul beast with a cultivation of a hundred years. Any that can emit sound waves will do."

"Okay, Uncle Ye, you decide."

The three continued to advance.

The sky gradually darkened.

Ye Tianming planned to find an open space to rest for the night and continue searching for a suitable soul beast tomorrow.

Suddenly, a strange sound was heard.

The three immediately stopped.

Listening carefully, the sound was like a baby crying.

Ye Lingling was a little curious.

"Father, why would there be a child crying in this forest?"

Ye Tianming shook his head.

"That's not a child, it's a cunning soul beast. It deliberately mimics a baby's cry to lure prey into its trap."

"Uncle Ye, do you know which soul beast makes this sound?"

"It's a type of sheep soul beast called a 'Human-Faced Demon Sheep,' known for its unique cry and cunning nature. It's not commonly found in the Soul Beast Forest."

"Human-Faced Demon Sheep?"

Long Chen became even more curious.

Ye Tianming continued his explanation:

"The Human-Faced Demon Sheep is named for the veins on its head that resemble a human face. They are adept at using cries like a baby's to confuse their prey. Once the prey gets close, they will suddenly launch an attack."

As Ye Tianming spoke, his Mental Power probed in the direction of the sound.

"That Human-Faced Demon Sheep is nearby, its Cultivation is over a hundred years, perfect for your First Soul Ring. Let's go take a look."

"Okay."

Long Chen and Ye Lingling followed behind Ye Tianming, their footsteps becoming more cautious.

Suddenly, a Black Shadow darted out from the bushes.

Ye Tianming reacted swiftly, releasing his Golden Sculpture Spirit and pinning the Black Shadow firmly to the ground with lightning speed.

It was indeed the Human-Faced Demon Sheep.

It truly had the body of a sheep and a face resembling a human's. Its entire body was dark, and a black Aura emanated from its two sharp horns. Its four claws were incredibly sharp.