Fifth Ring

Chapter 44: The Fifth Soul Ring

Long Chen's Fourth Soul Ring came from a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast.

Therefore, his requirements for his upcoming Fifth Soul Ring were not low; he wanted it to come from a Soul Beast with at least Thirty-Thousand Years of cultivation.

The four continued to advance towards the Forest Center of the Star Dou Great Forest.

The dense trees blotted out the sun, and sunlight filtered through sparse gaps, creating mottled patterns of light and shadow.

The air was filled with the scent of damp earth and the freshness of leaves. Occasionally, the low roars of Soul Beasts could be heard, adding a touch of mystery and danger to the silent forest.

"Everyone be careful, we're very close to the Forest Center now. The Soul Beasts here generally have higher cultivation."

Ye Tianming warned.

He scanned his surroundings vigilantly.

As a Soul Master on the verge of becoming a War Soul Douluo, he possessed keen senses, able to feel the faint fluctuations of soul power in the surrounding air.

Just as the group continued to advance, the sound of heavy footsteps accompanied by the crashing of trees came from not far away.

"Stop! A Soul Beast is coming!"

Ye Tianming's face changed. He quickly shielded the others in front of him, his gaze fixed on the direction of the sound.

Soon, a Colossus appeared in their sight.

It was a One-Horned Rhinoceros, reaching five meters in length.

Its entire body was covered in thick, gray armor, with muscle textures faintly visible beneath its skin, as if every inch contained explosive power.

A massive horn grew from its head, gleaming with a cold light, and its eyes were filled with wildness and ferocity.

"Forty-Thousand Years! This is a Forty-Thousand-Year One-Horned Rhinoceros!"

Ye Tianming exclaimed in a low voice.

He knew the terror of such a Soul Beast; not only was its strength astonishing, but its hide was thick and tough, making it extremely difficult to deal with.

However, a flicker of fiery light flashed in Long Chen's eyes.

"Uncle, it's come at the perfect time. Let it be my Fifth Soul Ring."

Ye Tianming was taken aback.

Ye Tianming had accompanied Long Chen for his first three Soul Ring acquisitions.

Dugu Bo had accompanied him for the fourth.

Ye Tianming knew that Long Chen's physical condition was incomparable to ordinary Soul Masters. His second, third, and fourth Soul Rings had all exceeded the limits that ordinary Soul Masters could withstand.

After consuming several immortal herbs, Long Chen's body and Mental Power had undoubtedly become even more powerful.

Ye Tianming believed that he could withstand the Energy Impact of a Forty-Thousand Years Soul Ring.

"Xiao Chen, the fact that you have this idea shows that you have great confidence in yourself. This is indeed a good challenge, and I support you."

After speaking, Ye Tianming turned to look at Ye Susu and Ye Lingling behind him, and instructed:

"Susu, protect Lingling. I will help Xiao Chen hunt that Soul Beast."

Long Chen quickly said:

"Uncle, please let me hunt it alone."

"What?!"

Ye Tianming was shocked.

"Xiao Chen, I know your Strength is not bad. You hunted that Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast yourself last time. But this One-Horned Rhinoceros has a Cultivation of Forty-Thousand Years, which is not comparable to an ordinary Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast."

"Uncle, you forgot, my Fourth Soul Skill is a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Skill. Just like before, if I can't take it down, it won't be too late for you to make a move."

Long Chen gave an Indifferent Smile, looking full of confidence.

Ye Tianming nodded.

"Alright then, be careful."

"Don't worry, nothing will happen."

After Long Chen finished speaking, he took a deep breath.

Then, he slowly raised his Hands, and the Dark Night Demonic Lute Martial Soul instantly appeared before him.

The black lute body emitted a faint glow.

The Fourth Soul Ring also lit up, flashing with a deep Black Light.

Fourth Soul Skill, Demonic Sound Summons Taowu, activated.

As the Notes danced, a Huge Taowu Phantom appeared out of thin air.

Its Fangs were bared, and it let out a deafening roar.

Ye Tianming and the other two were all shocked by what they saw.

This was the first time they had witnessed Long Chen's Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Skill.

The Taowu Phantom immediately charged towards the One-Horned Rhinoceros upon appearing.

The two instantly collided, kicking up a cloud of dust.

The One-Horned Rhinoceros was unwilling to show weakness, fiercely butting its hard horn towards the Taowu Phantom. The two engaged in a fierce melee.

Although the Taowu was only a phantom, its combat power was by no means weak. Every attack carried immense force, and it fought the One-Horned Rhinoceros to a standstill.

While controlling the Taowu to entangle with the One-Horned Rhinoceros, Long Chen searched for the optimal moment to attack.

Despite the One-Horned Rhinoceros's robust physique, it gradually showed signs of fatigue under the Taowu's desperate offensive.

As the First Soul Ring lit up, the Taotie Phantom appeared out of thin air.

The two ferocious beasts attacked the One-Horned Rhinoceros from both sides.

The One-Horned Rhinoceros suddenly cried out in pain, a flicker of fear flashing in its eyes, but it was too late.

The Taowu seized the opportunity, opening its giant mouth and biting down on the One-Horned Rhinoceros's neck. The powerful force almost twisted its neck off.

The One-Horned Rhinoceros struggled a few times before finally collapsing powerlessly. Its massive body crashed to the ground, causing a violent tremor.

The battle ended.

Long Chen put away the Dark Night Demonic Lute Martial Soul.

The Taotie and Taowu phantoms dissipated as well.

Wisps of black mist slowly emerged from the One-Horned Rhinoceros's corpse and rose upwards.

Witnessing this scene, Ye Tianming and the other two were somewhat shocked.

This forty-thousand-year cultivation soul beast had been killed by Long Chen alone.

Long Chen's strength far surpassed that of soul masters of the same level.

Every soul skill he possessed seemed to possess unimaginable power.

Hunting this forty-thousand-year soul beast had also consumed a considerable amount of Long Chen's soul power.

Ye Lingling quickly ran forward and asked with concern, "Brother Chen, are you alright?"

"I'm fine, I just consumed some soul power."

"I'll help you recover."

After speaking, Ye Lingling quickly released her Sacred Hearts Begonia Martial Soul.

Soft golden light emanated from the Sacred Hearts Begonia petals, slowly descending onto Long Chen, enveloping him completely.

A warm power surged into Long Chen's body, helping him rapidly recover the soul power consumed during the battle.

Long Chen felt his soul power recovering quickly and smiled at Ye Lingling.

"Lingling, it's so good to have you here. I'll be back to my Best Condition soon."

Ye Tianming and Ye Susu also walked over, looking at the One-Horned Rhinoceros lying on the ground with eyes full of amazement.

"Xiao Chen's Strength is truly getting stronger and stronger."

With Ye Lingling's help, it only took a moment for Long Chen to return to his Best Condition.

At this time, the Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring had already condensed into shape.

"Xiao Chen, go Absorb Soul Ring. We'll Guard the Formation for you."

Long Chen nodded, without further words.

He walked to the One-Horned Rhinoceros's corpse, closed his eyes, and began to Absorb Soul Ring.

The moment the Soul Ring entered his body, Long Chen felt a vast energy erupt within him, surging madly along his Meridians.

Relying on his Tough will, he gradually tamed that energy.

Ye Tianming and the other two watched Long Chen. Seeing his calm expression and even breathing, they finally relaxed.

The three quietly guarded by the side.

Time seemed to stand still, and everything around them felt so Quiet.

After an unknown amount of time, when the last trace of light dissipated, Long Chen slowly opened his eyes.