After sparring with Murong Zhige, Murong Huai had more or less gained control over his own strength. At full power, he could probably defeat an ordinary Limit Douluo, though he was still quite far from the demi-god level. Murong Huai estimated that he would need to condense four Soul Cores before he could reach that level.
After staying in Spirit City for several days, Murong Huai set off once more for the Star Dou Great Forest. With the soul beast clans' consent, obtaining his Spirit Rings would not require much effort.
Life Lake.
Murong Huai arrived at Life Lake through a spatial passage. Not long after he appeared, Di Tian and the others arrived as well. This time, however, there were two additional women among them. One wore a snowy-white gown and possessed an icy, aloof beauty; the other was nimble and lively, with a scorpion tail gently swaying behind her.
"Dao Brother, I trust you have been well."
Murong Huai nodded, then heard the little girl with the scorpion tail speak.
"You're Murong Huai?"
"That would be me. What guidance does the Ice Empress have for me?"
"Oh? You know me?" The Ice Empress was somewhat puzzled. She did not remember ever meeting Murong Huai.
Murong Huai smiled. "The Far North's Three Heavenly Kings: the Heavenly Snow Woman—the Snow Empress; the Ice Jade Empress Scorpion—the Ice Empress; and the Titan Snow Devil King. Though we have never met, the piercing chill of Ultimate Ice emanating from you two is enough to freeze one to the bone."
"Hmph, you're not completely stupid!"
"Ice," the Snow Empress said as she stepped forward. Looking at Murong Huai, her voice was clear and commanding.
"Dao Brother, Di Tian has already conveyed your proposal to me. Frankly, giving the Divine Beast Clan a