The Nether Ghost Tree!

Qian Renxue remembered at this moment.

During his studies, Qian Daoliu had mentioned several extremely dangerous forbidden entities in the Star Dou Forest, including the "Nether Ghost Tree".

At this moment, the warning from memory overlaps with the reality before my eyes.

Qian Renxue also gently dissuaded him:

"Little brother, why don't we just forget about it? We can find other Soul Beast, there's plenty of time!"

Faced with Bibi Dong's fierce opposition and almost tangible worries, as well as Qian Renxue's dissuasion, Lin Xia's smile did not disappear; instead, it became even brighter and more resolute.

He didn't immediately refute, but instead lowered his head again, meeting Ivysaur's big, round, and intelligent eyes.

He reached out and placed his palm on Ivysaur, as if engaging in a silent exchange.

"Dana! Dana dana!"

Ivysaur seemed to sense its master's intentions and determination, emitting a series of short, powerful Growl. It rubbed its rough yet warm head against Lin Xia's palm, and the Four-Colored Light Wheel on its back suddenly accelerated its rotation. The four colors of light—ice blue, Red, purple-black, and gold-green—intertwined and shone brightly, unleashing a complex and powerful aura that blended vibrant life, biting cold and heat, destruction and death, and divine protection!

It is demonstrating its strength and will through its actions!

Feeling the warmth from his palm, feeling the immense energy flowing within Ivysaur —far exceeding that of ordinary Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast —and the absolute trust that connected with his soul, Lin Xia raised his head, his gaze piercing, meeting Bibi Dong's purple eyes, filled with disapproval and worry, without any fear.

Lin Xia's voice wasn't loud, but it carried a resolute and unwavering determination, echoing clearly in the silent valley.

"Of course I know, Master."

"I know better than anyone how terrifying the Nether Ghost Tree is, the ironclad rule that it must be killed by one's own hands, and the dangers of the Poison Miasma Swamp."

"But--"

A smile of unparalleled confidence and pride radiated from his face as his gaze swept over his companions, who stood tall and proud, their Four-Colored Light Wheel gleaming in the sunlight.

"I believe in my own abilities!"

I have more faith in Ivysaur!

"This is the path we have chosen together, and the trial we must overcome! It is not reckless, but based on our recognition of each other's strength, and on our shared belief in becoming stronger to protect those we Covet!"

"This Soul Ring can only be obtained from the Nether Ghost Tree!"

Qian Renxue and Bibi Dong exchanged a glance, a glance that contained a multitude of emotions—worry, helplessness, and astonishment—which ultimately dissipated into a silent sigh.

Looking at the unwavering flame in Lin Xia's eyes, and at the powerful confidence and fighting spirit emanating from the Ivysaur beside him, its Four-Colored Light Wheel around it, they knew that once this child made up his mind, it could not be swayed by words.

Bibi Dong broke the silence first, her voice carrying an unprecedented solemnity, her purple eyes Lock-On Lin Xia.

"Since that's the case... Xiao Xia, you have to promise me one thing!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xia's fighting spirit subsided slightly, revealing genuine doubt.

"What is it, Master?"

Bibi Dong took a deep breath, as if trying to compress the rotten air at the edge of the Poison Miasma Swamp into her lungs to support her next words. Her voice was resolute and carried an irresistible authority.

"If you are no match for them and feel your life is truly threatened, no matter the circumstances, I will intervene immediately! But the price will be the loss of your Soul Ring! This is the ironclad rule of the Nether Ghost Tree: any external intervention will destroy your Soul Ring! You must accept this! Can you do it?"

Lin Xia was slightly taken aback, then chuckled. There was no hint of reluctance in her smile, only clear understanding and a firm grasp of her own position.

"Of course, Master! If I'm about to lose my life, why would I insist on getting this Soul Ring? That would be putting the cart before the horse."

Lin Xia paused, her eyes turning cunning and serious, and held up one finger.

"But Master, let me make this clear first: unless it's truly our limit, unless it's a matter of life and death, you absolutely, positively mustn't intervene! Give Ivysaur and me a chance to prove ourselves!"

Looking into her disciple's clear yet unwavering eyes, Bibi Dong, despite her many worries, could only let out a helpless sigh and nod heavily.

"... Alright. I promise you."

She knew that this was Lin Xia's biggest concession, and the last line of defense she, as her mentor, could secure.

Qian Renxue stood to the side, her red lips slightly parted, as if she wanted to say something more, but the pressure from the Nether Ghost Tree made her heart tighten.

But seeing that her mother had already agreed, and seeing the burning fighting spirit in her younger brother's eyes, she finally swallowed all her unease, turning it into a silent look full of encouragement and worry, and nodded quietly.

At this moment, all she can do is offer her full support and trust.

Let's go!

Bibi Dong no longer hesitated, and her powerful Soul Power instantly spread outward, forming an invisible Barrier that enveloped the three people and the blade of grass.

After a period of time.

The viscous, rotten, and Toxic purple miasma was Sheer Force pushed back several meters as if it had encountered a natural enemy, forming a relatively safe passage.

Bibi Dong took the lead, her figure appearing and disappearing in the swirling purple mist, like a sharp blade paving the way.

Qian Renxue followed closely behind. Although the radiance of the Six-Winged Angel was not fully unfurled, its pure and sacred aura flowed naturally, forming a strange balance with Bibi Dong's deathly pressure, further purifying the surrounding environment.

Lin Xia and Ivysaur followed the path they had cleared, their minds highly focused, wary of any dangers that might lurk in this land of death.

The Poison Miasma Swamp truly lives up to its name.

Beneath their feet lay a bottomless, bubbling, black swamp, emitting a strong, nauseating stench of decay.

The twisted, dead tree trunk stretched out towards the gray sky like a dying arm, its bark covered with eerie dark green moss.

The poisonous fog permeating the air not only obscured visibility but also possessed strong Corrosion and hallucinogenic properties. If it weren't for the protection of two top-tier experts, an ordinary Soul Master would probably not have been able to withstand it for long if they ventured into this place.

The ground was littered with the stark white bones of various Soul Beast and even humans, silently testifying to the danger of this place.

Thanks to Bibi Dong's vast and boundless spiritual power scanning and Qian Renxue's keen perception of energy fluctuations, they did not spend too much time.

In a relatively "dry" area deep within the swamp, three strangely shaped plants appeared before them.

They Ingrain in piles of white bones, their trunks twisted and gnarled, presenting a deathly gray-black color, as if they had been burned by raging fire and then soaked in foul blood.

The branches are sparse, yet they resemble withered claws, with a few serrated leaves at their tips that shimmer with a ghostly green phosphorescence.

Most striking are their exposed roots, which coil and writhe like countless venomous snakes. These roots are a chilling dark purple, exuding a strong aura of death and Toxic, greedily Absorb nutrients from the bones and mud.

It is the legendary forbidden Soul Beast — the Nether Ghost Tree!