Suddenly, the two remembered that one of Qin Muchu's soul rings had come from the Sky Dream Ice Silkworm, and their hearts filled with shock.
"Child, tell me, are these soul rings of yours... are they all million-year tier?" A barely perceptible tremor ran through Snow Girl's voice.
The Ice Empress also stared fixedly at Qin Muchu, the pair of enormous pincers before her unconsciously opening.
Qin Muchu shook his head. Just as the Ice and Snow Empresses breathed a sigh of relief, he said, "I'm ashamed to say that my fourth soul ring is only at the hundred-thousand-year tier."
The Ice Empress and Snow Girl said, "...So all your other soul rings are million-year ones?"
When Qin Muchu nodded, the two exchanged a glance, each seeing profound shock in the other's eyes.
"Where did you find so many million-year soul beasts? How have neither of us ever heard of so many powerful soul beasts?"
"I can't reveal that for the moment. If the opportunity arises in the future, I will certainly tell you everything honestly."
"It seems you don't trust us completely, little fellow." Snow Girl smiled meaningfully.
Qin Muchu smiled without saying anything.
"So be it." The Ice Empress's voice rang out, carrying a measure of weariness and the resolve to smash the cauldrons and sink the boats. "I've lived for over three hundred thousand years. What mighty winds and waves haven't I seen? Today, I'll join you in this madness just once. But let me make this clear beforehand: if you dare try any tricks, even if my soul must scatter into nothingness, I'll drag you down to the grave with me."
The Sky Dream Ice Silkworm instantly perked up. His fading body grew considerably more solid, and he nearly leaped up in excitement. "Bingbing! You agreed?