The Overwhelming Red-and-Blue Power

Although Maple Leaf Grass and Firestar Pentaleaf were not considered rare and had a certain stable yield, they had two special characteristics.

The first was that they were produced in Sunset Forest. Only there could these two herbs be found; no wild specimens had ever been discovered anywhere else.

The second peculiar thing was that these two herbs could only grow successfully in Sunset Forest.

If Zhou Liang knew this, he would understand that these two herbs were definitely connected to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

However, the power within his body had gradually stabilized. Once the transformation throughout his body was complete, the two poisons would be fully absorbed.

But just as Zhou Liang felt that the absorption was about to end, a sudden change occurred.

Then, from the starry sky within his sea of consciousness, two intertwined stars descended.

One red and one blue merged into his heart and lungs respectively. In an instant, red-and-blue power surged forth.

His heart instantly became like a red crystal, and with every beat, it released blood that resembled molten lava.

His entire body immediately felt even more scorching, but at the same time, Zhou Liang also felt his body receive an immense boost. Violent power filled every part of him.

This violently amplifying power did not disturb Zhou Liang's mind, because waves of blue vapor spread from his lungs throughout his body.

His lungs had also turned into something like blue ice. Truly pale-blue vapor was exhaled from them.

The vapor from his lungs made his mind intensely focused, and the circulation speed of his Soul Power increased dramatically as well.

At that moment, the two powers instantly completed his body's transformation. He fully adapted to them, and Zhou Liang's pain completely vanished, leaving behind only a comfortable sensation.

Yet the two powers did not stop. They continued to pour forth without end.

With nowhere else to go, the two powers gradually flowed toward his Soul Power and began merging into it.

Zhou Liang's Everlasting Spring Technique began to circulate continuously, absorbing the two powers.

As he continued absorbing them, red and blue radiance gradually appeared within his Soul Power. His Soul Power underwent an essential transformation.

His originally attribute-less Soul Power now possessed both ice and fire attributes. At the same time, fueled by the vast amount of red-and-blue power, its level began to rise.

Level thirteen, level fourteen, level fifteen. After rising three full levels, tearing pain erupted within Zhou Liang's body. He hurriedly stopped circulating the Everlasting Spring Technique and separated the red-and-blue power from his Soul Power.

Once his Soul Power stopped absorbing them, the two powers abruptly halted, then began contracting back into his heart and lungs.

After they were fully absorbed, Zhou Liang felt new changes arise in his body.

Two kinds of pain began appearing on his back. One was directly opposite his heart, where his skin felt scorching pain that kept spreading down his right abdomen before finally stopping at his thigh.

On the skin opposite his lungs, he felt an icy stiffness that likewise continued spreading, reaching his left abdomen before stopping at his thigh.

Then all sensation disappeared, and Zhou Liang slowly opened his eyes.

"How are you? Your face was blue one moment and red the next. You didn't hurt your body, did you?" Liu Erlong asked with a face full of concern.

"Master, I'm fine. Not only am I fine, I feel extremely good."

Zhou Liang stood up and spoke as he clenched his fists and punched forward.

Soft whistling sounds split the air, leaving Liu Erlong looking rather surprised.

With Zhou Liang's original strength, he could not have done that.

"Your strength has increased greatly. Was the poison that potent?" Liu Erlong asked with a frown.

"It was much stronger than expected, but I still absorbed it safely!" Zhou Liang nodded.

"Xiaoliang, having such talent can be said to have opened the door leading you toward becoming a Titled Douluo. But that does not mean the hardships on this path have disappeared. On the contrary, because of your talent, you will have to face even more danger. Do not directly absorb poisons in the future. Test them first and determine their toxicity. Otherwise, a single mistake could bring unimaginable consequences."

Liu Erlong suddenly spoke to Zhou Liang with a stern expression.

"This is also Master's fault. I didn't think of that and let you absorb the poison."

"Master, this is also the first time you've encountered talent like mine. It's normal that you didn't consider it. I'll be more careful in the future," Zhou Liang said.

"This has nothing to do with whether it's the first time or not. In short, you must not casually try absorbing unknown poisons in the future. Do you hear me?" Liu Erlong said, her face stern.

"Yes, Master." Zhou Liang hurriedly nodded.

"Mm. By the way, those two poisons were so potent. What abilities did you gain?" Liu Erlong asked curiously.

"Master, look."

Zhou Liang extended his right hand toward the covered furnace beside him.

At once, specks of red light drifted out through the gaps in the lid and flew toward Zhou Liang's right hand, where they merged into it.

"This is one of the two abilities I gained: Fire Attribute Absorption. Master, the fire in that furnace should have gone out already," Zhou Liang said, raising his right hand.

Liu Erlong stood up, walked to the furnace, and opened it. Sure enough, the charcoal inside had already gone out.

"The other ability should be Ice Attribute Absorption, right?" Liu Erlong's voice came from nearby.

"That's right, Master! And unlike a soul skill, the ice and fire attribute power I absorb can be converted into my stamina, repair injuries to my body, and even restore my Soul Power." Zhou Liang nodded.

"Converted into stamina? It can even repair your body?" Liu Erlong said in surprise.

Zhou Liang nodded and raised both hands. In an instant, red light flared over his right hand. His entire palm turned crimson and emitted heat.

His left hand also gave off icy-blue radiance, its palm turning bluish-green like a piece of ice jade.

"Not only that, my Fire Poison has been greatly enhanced, and I've also gained extremely potent Ice Soul Poison." Zhou Liang looked at Liu Erlong.

"Your talent is practically comparable to a Martial Soul. As long as you keep absorbing powerful poisons, your abilities won't be limited by your Soul Power level," Liu Erlong said as she looked at Zhou Liang.

"I believe it now, Zhou Liang. You will definitely be able to defeat the members of the Spirit Hall Team in the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament."

Liu Erlong walked over, stroked Zhou Liang's head, and spoke.