Xiao Wu leaned in curiously to examine the phantom of the Nine Heart Begonia, its entire form covered in golden patterns.
As soon as she drew close to Ye Lingling, she caught a rich floral fragrance. It was not overpowering; instead, it smelled wonderfully pleasant.
"Lord Dragon God, she smells so good now!"
"And look! Her flower has turned golden too!"
Dugu Yan raised a hand to stroke her chin, looking thoughtful. "It really does seem different from before."
"Besides the changes to its appearance, its aura of life has also grown much richer."
"That means her Martial Soul is evolving."
As he spoke, Huang Long turned and found a place to sit. "Sit down and wait. Her evolution will last for a while yet."
Xiao Wu and Dugu Yan looked at him, then nodded lightly and went to sit beside him.
Ye Lingling did not keep them waiting for long.
Only half an hour later, a surging wave of Soul Power erupted from her body like a volcanic explosion.
The phantom of the Nine Heart Begonia behind her, covered in golden patterns, trembled slightly before slowly unfolding.
The golden patterns lit up one after another along the veins of its petals. The entire flower seemed to have been illuminated, making it appear even more sacred.
Then came a crisp hum.
Two yellow and one purple Soul Rings slowly rose beneath her, circling around her body and radiating dazzling light.
At this sight, Huang Long and the other two immediately rose from the ground, staring intently at Ye Lingling.
They watched brilliant golden light bloom from the phantom of the Nine Heart Begonia behind Ye Lingling, only for that light to gradually dim.
When it had faded until only a single ray remained, Ye Lingling finally opened her eyes and