"That's a nice dream."
Liu Erlong couldn't help laughing at the matter. "Tang San, your divine position may seem easy to obtain, but it's actually not. To become the Sea God, you have to take everything as seriously as you do. If you can't do that, then even having the title of Sea God is useless."
Those words had indeed made Tang San think.
"Teacher's wife Er Long is right. I'll have to think this over carefully. But as for the candidate, I still think it has to be Lin Yi. He's patient and meticulous, and in my eyes, he's already a rare successor."
"But after inheriting the Dragon God Position, Lin Yi will have plenty of things to attend to. If he has to handle both sides at once, he may be stretched too thin."
Yu Xiaogang spoke with measured conviction, a calm glimmer in his eyes.
"Tang San, with you as the Sea God, we don't have to worry too much about the Divine Realm's safety. But if someone else takes your place, those troublemakers in the Divine Realm will be more likely to stir up trouble. In my opinion, you should put in a little more effort and stay in the Divine Realm until we're certain we've found a better candidate. Then you can leave."
Though Tang San felt somewhat helpless hearing that, it did make sense.
"Since Teacher says so, I'll do as you suggest. I only hope we can actually resolve this someday. If we keep putting it off, it won't be good for anyone."
After making their decision, the group turned their attention to Lin Yi.
At that moment, Lin Yi was wrapped in the Dragon God Soul Skill, and no one could see what was happening inside. As for him, he was using the power of the Sea of Consciousness to communicate with the system.
"System, it's about time you showed up, isn't it?"
"Congratulations, host, on passing the growth trial and obtaining your third Soul Ring. Your third Soul Ring comes from a five-million-year-old Soul Beast, the Polar Serpent, and possesses exceptionally potent venom."
"You're being this generous?"
Lin Yi was used to the system tricking him, so even though it was calling this a reward, he didn't trust it at all.
Sure enough, the system replied almost immediately.
"Host, there's no need to get angry. Trading the Ancient Red Serpent's inner core for a five-million-year Soul Ring isn't a great deal, but I won't let you take a loss. Along with the five-million-year third Soul Ring, I'll also give you a third Martial Soul. Just silently think of the strongest Martial Soul you want, and it'll unlock instantly."
"Seriously?"
Lin Yi was caught off guard.
"I know you have a BUG function, but unlocking a Three-Life Martial Soul is ridiculous. And won't I have to find Soul Rings for it?"
"No need."
The system explained again.
"This time, you won't have to find any Soul Rings. The Ancient Red Serpent's inner core pays for more than just these benefits. Besides giving you a third Martial Soul and a five-million-year Soul Ring, it'll also give you three million-year Soul Rings for your third Martial Soul. Consider it compensation."
Damn, was this what a life of bliss felt like?
Lin Yi opened his pouch, took out the Ancient Red Serpent's inner core, and furrowed his brow slightly.
"You're sure I can turn it into whatever Martial Soul I want?"
"Of course. As long as you have a clear goal in mind, it can be done instantly."
Lin Yi nodded. The Angel Martial Soul flashed through his mind.
Across the continent, the Angel Martial Soul and the Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul were both incredibly powerful, but the Angel Martial Soul offered more choices.
So Lin Yi chose the Angel Martial Soul.
Once the system sensed Lin Yi's choice, it immediately unlocked his third Martial Soul and gave him three million-year Soul Rings: Green Ridge Serpent Venom, Divine Dragon Incarnation, and Rakshasa Possession.
When Lin Yi opened his eyes, he felt as if the power in his body were about to burst out of him. His whole body was brimming with energy.
He pressed his lips into a smile and rolled his head from side to side.
"Looks like you weren't lying. You really did give me a powerful Martial Soul. All right, I've cultivated long enough. Time to wake up, or they'll start getting suspicious."
"Yes, host. Please exit conversation mode whenever you like. I'm always ready to answer any questions!"
When the Dragon God Soul Skill dissipated, everyone saw Lin Yi glowing with golden light.
"Have you finished absorbing your Second Soul Ring?"
"Yes, and I've also unlocked a third Martial Soul!"
Lin Yi smiled calmly and released his Angel Martial Soul.
"Three million-year Soul Rings and another Martial Soul?"
Bibi Dong could hardly stay on her feet.
She had seen countless powerful people, but only one had ever been as terrifying as Lin Yi.
"Lin Yi, what happened while you were absorbing the Soul Ring? How could you absorb three million-year Soul Rings all at once? You weren't possessed by a Soul Beast, were you?"
"Of course not."
Lin Yi smiled knowingly.
"Senior Bibi Dong, even I find this power strange. While absorbing the Soul Ring, I somehow ended up in another spiritual world, and stumbled into this power by accident. Of course, if you want to know whether it's really strong, we can test it on the God of Destruction!"
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