Signing In Again, the Jade Balance Xiejing Beast

Thus, Qian Daoliu and Qian Xunzong could only continue deeper into the forest in search of a suitable Thousand Year Soul Beast. This time, Qian Daoliu directly used his spiritual power to search. It had to be said that this method was incredibly efficient.

After the time it took to burn an incense stick, the two found another suitable Soul Beast: the Radiant Sun Heavenly Fire Beast. It resembled a lion, its body covered in golden-red scales with streaks of red light flowing through the patterns. Its limbs were thick and powerful, its claws capable of easily shattering boulders. A crystal sat in the center of its forehead, giving off an unusual glow.

"Not bad. The Radiant Sun Heavenly Fire Beast is rare, possessing both light and fire attributes. Though it lacks a sacred attribute, it is still exceptionally good. But judging by its age, it has probably exceeded five thousand years. Zong'er, can you handle it?"

Hearing this, Qian Xunzong confidently waved a hand. "Dad, a man can't say he can't do it. Let's go with this one!!"

"You brat..." Qian Daoliu did not say much more. He simply raised his hand and slapped the Radiant Sun Heavenly Fire Beast into a near-death state.

The first time was unfamiliar, but the second came naturally. Qian Xunzong stepped forward and skillfully summoned his Martial Soul. The Judgment Blade swept down, shattering the crystal atop its head and ending its life. A deep-purple Soul Ring condensed before him.

Qian Xunzong sat cross-legged on the ground, drawing in the Soul Ring and beginning its absorption. This time, the Judgment Deity did not disdain it, indicating that the current Soul Ring was highly suitable for Qian Xunzong in both quality and age.

As the Soul Ring settled around Qian Xunzong's body, the enormous energy contained within it began battering his flesh. Qian Xunzong felt waves of tearing pain through his muscles, but the next instant, the Judgment Deity automatically released a golden radiance that continuously repaired his body.

His second Martial Soul, the Eternal and Creation God-Seal Throne, was also secretly exerting its power to strengthen Qian Xunzong's physique.

Therefore, Qian Xunzong could be said to be suffering and enjoying himself at the same time. As time passed bit by bit, the Soul Ring's energy was completely refined by him. About another ten minutes later, Qian Xunzong slowly opened his eyes, a purple Soul Ring circling around his body.

Qian Xunzong clenched his fist, feeling that his strength and all his other attributes had greatly improved. Qian Daoliu walked over, his face full of gratification as he looked at Qian Xunzong, who had successfully absorbed it.

"You really absorbed it successfully. A first Soul Ring of five thousand years is enough to rival the fourth Soul Ring of other Soul Masters!"

"Zong'er, how do you feel? What kind of Soul Skill did you obtain?"

Qian Xunzong answered, "I feel great. My first Soul Skill is called Heavenly Radiance Augmentation. After activating it, all attributes increase by one hundred percent, while fire and light attributes increase by one hundred and fifty percent. It lasts for an hour, and during that time, I am immune to all control effects and enter an unstoppable state."

Hearing the effects of Qian Xunzong's first Soul Skill, Qian Daoliu nodded in satisfaction. "Not bad. This Soul Skill is no weaker than the effects of some Ten Thousand Year Soul Rings. And it is a boosting-type Soul Skill, which is the most cost-effective kind among early-stage Soul Rings. Not bad, not bad."

Qian Xunzong was also quite satisfied. In the original work, Dai Mubai's third Soul Skill doubled all attributes and lasted for half an hour.

His Soul Skill could last for an entire hour and could even immunize him against all control effects. It was already quite good. This Radiant Sun Heavenly Fire Beast had basically been squeezed dry.

"Alright, next we'll look for your second Soul Ring. If you have any ideas, you can tell me." After glancing at the Radiant Sun Heavenly Fire Beast and confirming that it had no Soul Bone, Qian Daoliu asked Qian Xunzong.

"Mm, I want my second Soul Ring to provide some control abilities. After all, if the opponent is too fast, then no matter how strong I am, it is useless if I can't hit them."

Qian Xunzong stated his thoughts. The Judgment Deity was not merely a pure assault-type Martial Soul; it was completely suited for balanced development.

Qian Daoliu nodded upon hearing this. "Mm, not bad. Pairing it with a control-type Soul Skill can be quite useful in battle. How many years are you planning to absorb this time?"

"Mm... It doesn't need to be too high. Just over ten thousand years should be about right." Qian Xunzong waved his hand and said "modestly."

"Ten thousand years? Mm, that's not too—" Qian Daoliu suddenly reacted. "What?! Ten thousand years!!"

"No, ten thousand years won't do. Absolutely not!"

"Why not?"

Qian Daoliu explained, "Zong'er, Ten Thousand Year Soul Rings are fundamentally different from Thousand Year Soul Rings. Not only do they place extremely high demands on one's physique, but more importantly, after a Ten Thousand Year Soul Beast dies, its Soul Ring carries a spiritual shock. Your current physique may meet the requirement, but spiritual power is very difficult to cultivate. This is also one of the reasons why most Soul Kings choose Thousand Year Soul Rings for their fifth Soul Ring."

"So, a Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring for your second ring is absolutely out of the question. It is far too dangerous!!"

Qian Xunzong quite agreed with Qian Daoliu's explanation. His spiritual power was not particularly strong at the moment, nor had he systematically cultivated it. However, his Judgment Heavenly God Martial Soul possessed the power to purify and judge all evil entities. Spiritual shock was merely a form of resentment from a Soul Beast, which also counted as an evil entity. His Martial Soul would most likely be able to purify it.

But the premise was that he had to make Qian Daoliu trust him. This was not as simple as interrupting Soul Ring absorption. With the slightest mistake, his spiritual power could collapse, and he might very well become an idiot. That was not something easily recoverable.

"Oh, right, I have a system. System, sign in at the Star Dou Great Forest!!"

Qian Xunzong suddenly remembered that he was a man with a system. Such problems should naturally be solvable.

[Ding, host detected within the Star Dou Great Forest. Sign-in successful! (Location cooldown: one year.)]

[Reward: Ancient exotic beast—Jade Balance Xiejing Beast.]

"Jade Balance Xiejing Beast? What is that?"

[Jade Balance Xiejing Beast: the offspring of the exotic beast Xiezhi and a Sacred Unicorn. It possesses the ability to distinguish right from wrong, fortune from disaster, and purify evil entities and demonic creatures. Hailed as a beast of auspiciousness, it is immune to all laws. Keeping it by your side grants immunity to all evil disturbances, including but not limited to toxins, spiritual interference, suppression, illusions, infection...]

Hearing the system's explanation, Qian Xunzong was delighted. This Jade Balance Xiejing Beast was practically tailor-made for his current situation. With it, would he not be immune to spiritual shock?

"System, where is this Jade Balance Xiejing Beast?"

[Ding, in the sky!]

"What?"

Qian Xunzong looked up and saw a furry, blue-gold creature plummeting straight down from the sky. He instinctively caught it with both hands.

Its head resembled a dragon's, while its neck was covered in pure white fur. Blue scales covered its back and limbs, and neat blue-white scales layered its torso and legs, their patterns clearly defined. The scales on its shoulders extended into curved, glowing blue markings that echoed the spiritual glow of its horn, adding a mysterious aura. Its tail was fluffy and curled, pure white like the fur around its neck, flowing and elegant.

Yet it was only about the size of an ordinary cat. Its entire body exuded a holy aura, and it looked adorably soft.

The Jade Balance Xiejing Beast raised its head and looked at Qian Xunzong. The two simply stared at each other with wide eyes.

"This little thing??"