Poet's Name Spreads Far and Wide! Seeking Immortal Herbs!

The news of Zhao Tian breaking through to Level 30 spread across more than half the continent within just a few days, as if it had grown wings.

A seven-year-old Soul Elder—such an achievement was exceedingly rare throughout the history of the Douluo Continent.

What was more, this person was none other than the world-renowned "Poet Immortal Youth."

For a time, the gates of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect became lively once again. Visitors seeking an audience and people hoping to catch a glimpse of his true appearance came in an endless stream.

Zhao Tian had long since grown accustomed to this and declined them all on the pretext of secluding himself for cultivation.

His most pressing task now was to find a suitable third soul ring.

A Light Attribute Soul Beast with a cultivation of at least a thousand years and possessing the Phoenix Bloodline.

The conditions sounded simple, but finding one that truly met them was not easy.

Chen Xin sent out several batches of scouts to investigate and also consulted a large number of soul beast compendiums within the sect, yet he still could not find a target that completely matched the requirements.

"Tian'er, soul beasts that meet your requirements are indeed hard to find."

That day, Chen Xin summoned Zhao Tian to the study and spread out a massive map. The known distribution areas of soul beasts across the continent were marked on it.

"The Radiant Attribute is rare to begin with, and with the restriction of the Phoenix Bloodline, there aren't many soul beasts that meet the conditions on the entire continent."

"There are currently three possibilities we know of."

Zhao Tian's spirits lifted. "What three?"

Chen Xin pointed to three locations on the map and introduced them one by one.

"The first is the Bright Sacred Crane. It mainly lives along the shores of Bright Lake, deep within the Star Dou Great Forest. It has a cultivation of around three thousand years and possesses the Radiant Attribute as well as a trace of the thin Phoenix Bloodline."

"The second is the Golden Flame Luan Bird. It lives in Flame Canyon, east of the Sunset Forest. It has a cultivation of around two thousand years, a purer bloodline than the Holy Light Phoenix, and both flame and light attributes."

"The third..."

Chen Xin paused, his brows knitting slightly.

"The Aurora Phoenix Sparrow. It lives on the frozen plains of the Extreme North and is extremely rare. It is said to have a cultivation of four or five thousand years. Its Radiant Attribute is exceptionally pure, and its Phoenix Bloodline is also more concentrated than those of the first two."

"But the Extreme North is exceedingly dangerous, and its environment is harsh. Even a Title Douluo cannot afford to let his guard down there."

After listening, Zhao Tian sank into thought for a moment.

"Which one does Master recommend?"

Chen Xin thought it over and said, "Based on your cultivation path, the Aurora Phoenix Sparrow is the best choice, but it carries the greatest risk."

"The Golden Flame Luan Bird comes second. It is moderately safe, and its soul ring quality is also quite good."

"The Bright Sacred Crane is the safest, but its bloodline is the thinnest, so it would provide limited enhancement to your martial soul."

Zhao Tian pondered for a while before making his decision.

"Master, this disciple wishes to seek out the Aurora Phoenix Sparrow."

Chen Xin glanced at him but did not answer immediately.

He knew Zhao Tian's personality. Once he made a decision, he would not change it easily.

"The Extreme North is no place to fool around."

Chen Xin spoke slowly.

"The environment there is harsh, covered in ice and snow all year round. The temperature is so low that even soul power can freeze."

"Moreover, the Aurora Phoenix Sparrow lives deep within the Extreme North. To find it, you will have to cross vast frozen plains, and you may encounter other powerful soul beasts along the way."

"Are you certain you want to go?"

Zhao Tian nodded. "This disciple is certain."

"Fortune favors those who brave danger. Since I want the best soul ring, I have to bear the corresponding risks."

"Besides, with Master and Teacher Gu accompanying me, I'm not worried about safety."

Seeing the determination in his eyes, Chen Xin finally nodded.

"Good, then we'll go to the Extreme North."

"I'll discuss it with Fengzhi and determine the departure date."

Over the next few days, Zhao Tian began preparing for the journey to the Extreme North.

He read through a large amount of information about the Extreme North, learning about its environment, climate, and the dangers they might encounter.

At the same time, he increased his cultivation efforts, consolidating the Soul Power he had just raised to Level 30 and striving to bring himself into peak condition before their departure.

That day, while he was consulting some materials in his room, Ning Rongrong pushed open the door and walked in.

"Zhao Tian, Rongrong wants to go too."

Ning Rongrong got straight to the point.

Zhao Tian raised his head and looked at her serious little face before shaking his head.

"No, the Extreme North is too dangerous. You can't go."

"But Rongrong is already Level 24! Rongrong can help you!"

Ning Rongrong grew anxious.

"When you hunt your third soul ring, Rongrong can stand beside you and provide Power Amplification. Your chances of success will be much higher!"

Zhao Tian knew she was telling the truth, but the environment of the Extreme North was simply too harsh. Even he would have to proceed cautiously, let alone a seven-year-old girl.

"Rongrong, be good and listen."

Zhao Tian softened his tone.

"The Extreme North is too cold. Your body won't be able to endure it."

"When the time is right, I'll take you somewhere else to hunt for a soul ring, all right?"

Ning Rongrong bit her lip, her eyes growing slightly red, but in the end, she still nodded.

"Th-then you have to promise Rongrong that you'll come back safely."

"I promise."

Zhao Tian spoke solemnly.

On the morning of the third day, Zhao Tian, Chen Xin, and Gu Rong left the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

This time, they did not bring a large party. Only the three of them set out, making their target smaller and their movements faster.

Chen Xin rode the Seven Kill Sword, taking Zhao Tian northward, while Gu Rong transformed into a Bone Dragon and followed behind.

The farther north they went, the lower the temperature became.

The scenery below gradually changed from lush, verdant forests to withered-yellow grasslands, and then to frozen earth where not a blade of grass grew.

After flying for more than half a day, an endless expanse of white appeared before them.

They had arrived at the Extreme North.

It was a world of ice and snow.

As far as the eye could see, there was nothing but white. Occasionally, black rocks protruded from the snow, appearing especially jarring.

The cold wind howled, whipping up snow that filled the sky and reducing visibility to almost nothing.

Zhao Tian pulled his thick fur coat tighter around himself, his breath turning into white mist in the air.

"So cold..."

Even with soul power protecting his body, he could still feel the bone-deep chill.

Chen Xin lowered the Seven Kill Sword and flew slowly above the frozen plains, spreading out his spiritual power in search of traces of the Aurora Phoenix Sparrow.

The Bone Dragon Gu Rong had transformed into circled through the sky, its enormous black silhouette particularly conspicuous against the white world.

"Tian'er, stay alert."

Chen Xin spoke up.

"The soul beasts in the Extreme North are fiercer than those elsewhere, and most of them possess the Ice Attribute, which gives them a certain advantage against you, with your Radiant Attribute."

Zhao Tian nodded. "This disciple understands."

He circulated the Radiant Divine Canon, golden light flowing across his body and dispelling the chill that had entered him.

His spiritual power was also highly focused, ready to deal with any sudden situation at any moment.

The three of them searched the frozen plains for an entire day, yet found nothing.

The Aurora Phoenix Sparrow was rare to begin with. Finding one across the vast Extreme North was no different from searching for a needle in the sea.

"Let's find a place to rest for today and continue tomorrow."

Chen Xin spoke.

The three of them landed in a sheltered mountain hollow. Gu Rong reverted to human form and took a tent and some dry rations from his Soul Tool.

Zhao Tian sat beside the campfire, gazing at the howling snowstorm outside, yet his heart was exceptionally calm.

He had patience, and he had confidence.

He would definitely find the Aurora Phoenix Sparrow.

Even if he had to stay in the Extreme North for ten days or half a month, he would not regret it.