Transformation Herb Ice Empress: Are there two portions?

"Ice Empress, we are not enemies."

"We?" Upon hearing Zhong Kui say this, the Ice Empress was curious. Since Zhong Kui was the only outsider present, why did he use the word "we"?

"Ice Empress, to my knowledge, you are soon to face your 400,000-year heavenly tribulation. You have no confidence in breaking through it, which means your life is likely reaching its end."

"..." After hearing Zhong Kui say this, the Ice Empress remained silent, but she acknowledged the truth of his words; her silence was a tacit admission. She was also curious: who exactly was this man before her, and how could he know such a thing? Why did he know she could not overcome the 400,000-year tribulation?

Furthermore, he was proposing cooperation—why? Humans and soul beasts cooperating? Was he joking?

"Human, I do not know who you are, but while what you say is a fact, why should I trust you? How can you prove your words are true? The relationship between us and humans has always been a matter of life and death."

"Ten thousand years ago, there was indeed a story of a soul beast and a human falling in love, but did that change the relationship between our kinds? Humans still need to hunt soul beasts to obtain soul rings. That Sea God Tang San once claimed he only hunted evil soul beasts, but isn't that laughable?"

"Evil soul beasts are still soul beasts, and who defines this so-called evil? Isn't it always defined by humans?"

"Therefore, it is hard for me to trust you." The Ice Empress did not know of the existence of Electrolux, so she referred to him simply as "you."

"Indeed, the current human cultivation system is quite twisted, requiring the hunting of soul beasts to obtain soul rings. But the point is, I do not need to hunt soul beasts. I only wish to cooperate with you, to prevent you from becoming someone's martial soul and soul ring."

"???" The Ice Empress was baffled. What was going on? Why did she find it so hard to understand what Zhong Kui was saying? What could he possibly be after?

And who would dare to trouble the Ice Empress, wanting to turn her into someone else's martial soul and soul ring?

Unless it was a Limit Douluo, the Ice Empress had nothing to fear.

"I have a gift for you. I believe it will help you face your 400,000-year heavenly tribulation."

Zhong Kui then took a box out from his ring. As the box opened, it emitted a celestial aura—it was a celestial herb.

Or rather, it was a high-level medicinal ingredient from the Dou Qi Continent: a Transformation Herb. Magical beasts generally needed such herbs or their own cultivation to transform into human form.

"This is?" Although the Ice Empress lacked experience with such things, she could sense the powerful medicinal energy radiating from the herb, which gave off a unique sensation.

"The name of this herb is the Transformation Herb. You can think of it as a celestial herb that helps soul beasts transform into humans without the need to hunt for soul rings. I can guarantee that after using this, you will no longer need to worry about the heavenly tribulation."

Upon hearing this, the Ice Empress could hardly believe it. While she felt that Zhong Kui was not lying and that his actions would indeed benefit her, she wondered: what did he gain from this?

What could he possibly get out of this? What was the benefit to him? Was it really just to prevent her from becoming someone's soul ring and martial soul?

"Ice Empress, I can tell you clearly that we are here to cooperate. I simply do not want you to become the martial soul and soul ring of a certain person—to become the 'weapon' of someone who has had their backbone removed. As long as you cooperate with me, I guarantee I will not harm the soul beasts of the Far North, and I will provide you with benefits."

Zhong Kui's attitude was sincere. He was speaking the truth; he hoped the Ice Empress would agree to cooperate so he could sever Dai Yuhao's path to godhood and completely cripple this "disciple" of Tang San.

"...I can cooperate with you, but I must ask: is there a second portion of this Transformation Herb? I need another one; a friend of mine requires it."

The Ice Empress had been moved by Zhong Kui. Her words proved that his conditions had swayed her, but she needed two herbs—clearly for the Snow Empress.

"Your friend, could it be the Snow Empress, one of the Three Heavenly Kings of the Far North?"

Zhong Kui spoke deliberately. They had only just met and were not close, so he didn't want to seem like someone who would casually intrude into another's territory.

After all, both sides were only just beginning their cooperation.

"That is indeed the case. Human, if you have two, I am willing to cooperate and believe your words. But if you do not..."

"I can."

Zhong Kui agreed immediately. He could simply purchase another one from the system; with the system at his disposal, that was not an issue.

"Then absorb this one first, and then take me to see the Snow Empress."

"Wait a moment! A-Zuo! A-You! Come here!"

Soon, two of the Ice Empress's kin arrived.

"Boss, why is there a human here? What is this human doing?"

"This human is here to cooperate with us. I need to absorb the power of this celestial herb now. You two stand guard. If this human tries any tricks, take him down."

"Understood!"

It was clear to Zhong Kui that the Ice Empress still did not fully trust him, hence why she sent people to watch him. He understood this and said nothing; besides, if he wanted to leave, these people could not stop him.

His combat strength had already reached the Title Douluo level, and he had the presence of Electrolux. If he were in trouble, Electrolux would assist him, so he had no fear of them trying anything.

Some time passed.

The Ice Empress had finally finished absorbing the Transformation Herb.

"I have transformed into a human, and I no longer need to worry about the heavenly tribulation!"

The Ice Empress was excited. This meant she no longer had to fear the 400,000-year tribulation.

"I will take you to see the Snow Empress now, but I warn you: do not play any tricks. My dear friend's combat strength is not to be trifled with; she is at the level of a Limit Douluo. Once a Limit Douluo is enraged, no matter how powerful you are, you will not be able to defeat her."

The Ice Empress issued this warning, hoping Zhong Kui would not court death. She didn't want him to think that a small favor gave him the right to act recklessly, or the consequences would be severe.

Although she trusted him a little more now, she still remained cautious.