In the Star Dou Forest, the fusion with the Soul Spirit was still underway.
Huo Yuhao raised a hand and activated the formation. Lines of Soul Power lit up across the ground, and layer upon layer of gentle light enveloped the Heavenly Dragon Horse at its center.
The light around the Heavenly Dragon Horse slowly faded, turning into streams that flowed into Bei Bei.
Bei Bei kept his eyes closed, quietly sensing the changes. Golden dragon scales appeared across his skin, and the unique draconic might of the Light Sacred Dragon slowly rose from him.
His Martial Soul had not changed at all. It was still the Light Sacred Dragon, but his Soul Power continued to climb steadily.
A moment later, the light gradually dissipated.
Bei Bei let out a long breath and slowly opened his eyes.
A new black Soul Ring circled him. His Soul Power had settled firmly at rank fifty-six.
"It's done," Huo Yuhao said softly.
Everyone's gaze instantly fell on Bei Bei.
Di Tian nodded slightly. "Not bad. This fusion went much more smoothly than the last one."
Song Que smiled. "The main reason last time was that the Snow Empress was too powerful. Ordinarily, contracting a Soul Spirit isn't so dangerous."
The Myriad Demon King and Xiong Jun exchanged a glance, both secretly astonished.
Even Xiong Jun, who had looked thoroughly displeased before, watched the scene with mixed emotions in his eyes.
White light flashed, and the Heavenly Dragon Horse's spirit form appeared. It nodded gently to everyone.
Bei Bei's expression softened. He reached out and stroked its forehead. "Thank you for trusting me. From now on, we'll walk this road side by side. I'll be counting on you."
The Heavenly Dragon Horse dipped its head meekly, glanced at the gathered powerhouses, then quietly moved