The Publication of the Theory, Bibi Dong's Shock

Seeing that Qian Renxue did not want to talk about it, Lin Feng did not press further.

Qian Renxue and Ling Yuan stepped up to Lin Feng and asked:

"Are you confident?"

Lin Feng nodded.

"More or less. For Xiao Xue, I have the greatest confidence. The Innate Treasure Pearl has been nurturing within her body for nearly two years.

I know every route of the meridians in Xiao Xue's body like the back of my hand.

It may still take some time, but the success rate is close to ninety-eight percent.

"

Ling Yuan furrowed her brows.

"Why is there still that two percent?"

Lin Feng chuckled.

"The Great Dao Fifty, Heaven's Evolution Forty-Nine. That remaining one is not something that can be easily controlled."

Ling Yuan rolled her eyes at Lin Feng.

"You could have just said it was a sure thing. Why dress it up with such grand principles?

Still, now that I think about it, those words really do seem to carry a certain profundity. Was it recorded in some ancient text too?"

There were no ancient texts on Douluo Continent that could possibly have recorded those words, and Lin Feng found it rather strange.

Following the principle that what scholars did could not be considered plagiarism, Lin Feng resolutely said:

"I realized it myself. So, aren't you impressed?"

Qian Renxue giggled.

"Of course. Xiao Feng is the best."

Ling Yuan also nodded slightly.

"Let's go. We should find Grandpa."

Qian Daoliu looked at Lin Feng before him and sighed inwardly in admiration.

From having merely Rank One Innate Soul Power to developing an entirely new theoretical system and removing the innate shackles of Martial Souls.

Now that he had broken through to Soul Elder and formed Three Soul Meridians, he had already become a pioneer for those who would forge the future.

Yet amid his admiration, his gaze fell upon the hands Lin Feng held on either side, and his heart ached.

He did not know whether it was frustration, jealousy, or resentment.

"Since you have completed your exploration of the Third Path, write it down first.

The publication of the theory can be put on the agenda.

For the initial publication, only the First Path needs to be revealed."

Lin Feng nodded.

"It should also be made clear that spirit masters are forbidden from exploring it on their own. They do not have Innate Treasure Pearls. If they foolishly try to force their way through their meridians, people may die."

Qian Daoliu stroked his beard approvingly.

"That is true. However, Xiao Feng, you must remember that the birth of anything new inevitably requires bloodshed and sacrifice.

After tasting the benefits of your Cultivation Method, there will always be those who disregard the warnings and rush in one after another. Deaths and injuries will be unavoidable.

Do not feel guilty because of it. It will not be your fault."

Lin Feng's gaze was clear.

"Grandpa, do not underestimate my resolve.

I do not consider myself a vicious person, but neither am I some saint.

It is true that publishing my theory will benefit the Spirit Master World, but if they lose their lives because of their own greed and self-interest, I will not sympathize with them or pity them.

The strong remain strong not only because they possess the heart of a learner, but also because they have unwavering conviction."

Qian Renxue's eyes shone brilliantly.

Qian Daoliu laughed heartily and pointed at Lin Feng.

"You brat, you're lecturing me now.

Have you been Xiao Xue's teacher for so long that you want to teach me too?"

"Not at all. I merely said what was on my mind."

"Then tell me, what kind of enhancement do the Soul Meridians and paths provide now?"

Lin Feng pondered for a moment.

"Each soul vein nurtures my body. Every soul vein grants me a 20% boost in cultivation speed, and each time I shape another one, I gain an additional 10% increase.

At the same time, the energy and Law Power contained within the soul veins continuously take root inside me, subtly influencing me.

They deepen my understanding of laws. As I am now, I have limitless possibilities for developing Soul Skills in the future.

For ordinary people, each path only provides a 5% bonus. Though that is little, it would still be an effect ordinary people would flock toward.

Compared to mine, theirs lack the nourishment of soul vein energy, but as Soul Power circulates, it can drive part of the growth in physical fitness. That is certain."

Ling Yuan's pupils contracted.

"Then wouldn't your soul veins be extraordinarily terrifying, Xiao Feng? Once all nine soul veins gather, wouldn't the boost to your cultivation speed be several times greater?"

Lin Feng had long considered and studied this. He shook his head.

"Everything has a threshold. I have a feeling.

Perhaps once I finish shaping five soul veins, the increase in cultivation speed may stop growing.

When that time comes, new changes may occur within my body."

This feeling was not unfounded. The bright spot in his Dantian today had brought him a new realization.

The growing number of soul veins had triggered a qualitative change in Lin Feng's body.

It was unrestricted growth that Lin Feng needed to worry about.

"Mm—I'll personally handle the publication of the theory."

"As for Xue Er's First Soul Vein, we'll condense it after these trivial matters are settled.

Xiao Feng, you must ensure that your Essence, Qi, and Spirit are fully replenished. There can be no mistakes where Xue Er's safety is concerned."

Lin Feng paused. This was the first time Qian Daoliu had called him Xiao Feng again in recent days.

"Of course."

Lin Feng nodded deeply.

"What did you say?"

Bibi Dong could not hide the shock on her face. Her grip on the Papal Scepter tightened continuously.

"Xiao Feng has broken through to Soul Elder. His theory will be published in two days, so I need to recall our personnel."

Qian Daoliu's expression remained placid as he spoke indifferently.

Bibi Dong's expression shifted repeatedly.

"Level 30... Level 30... He really..."

She looked at Qian Daoliu and said coldly, "Papal Hall and Douluo Hall have different duties and authority. Aren't you overstepping by directly demanding authority from me?"

Qian Daoliu snorted coldly.

"I am not asking for your opinion. I am informing you.

This matter concerns the Spirit Master World. You cannot refuse to cooperate. That is all I have to say—the outer branches and grassroots divisions have already begun taking action."

Bibi Dong clenched her silver teeth, her face somewhat twisted.

"How presumptuous! I am the Pope!

You issued orders without obtaining my approval. You clearly have no regard for me!"

Qian Daoliu sighed.

"Bibi Dong, regarding Xue Er and Lin Feng, forgive me, but I cannot allow you to interfere.

As for Spirit Hall's other affairs, you may do as you please."

Bibi Dong sneered.

"In the end, you still don't trust me."

Qian Daoliu said nothing.

Bibi Dong gave a cold laugh.

"Do you really think I would lose my mind and obstruct the publication of Lin Feng's theory?

How ridiculous. I could not be more willing to support something capable of elevating Spirit Hall's prestige once again."

Bibi Dong lowered her eyes, and a faint, imperceptible gloom flashed through them.

"I can let you have your way this time, but I do not want this sort of thing happening again!

Spirit Hall's authority and policies must be under my control!"

"As you wish."

Qian Daoliu nodded and left.

He had always acknowledged Bibi Dong's ability in managing Spirit Hall.

According to the original account, Bibi Dong, as the youngest Pope, had led Spirit Hall into its most prosperous era.

This showed that her schemes and methods, as well as her ability to govern a massive force like Spirit Hall, were truly beyond reproach.

Bibi Dong narrowed her eyes slightly as she watched Qian Daoliu leave Papal Hall.

Her scepter slammed into the ground, blasting a huge crater into the granite floor.

"Only four years, just four years... Where had those more than ten levels of Soul Power come from so suddenly? Could Spirit Meridians truly be so miraculous that they could even break through innate shackles?"

Bibi Dong collapsed weakly onto the Papal Throne.

After the day she first met Lin Feng, she had also visited the Hidden Scripture Pavilion.

For some reason, when she was young, she had never been willing to properly study those things. It was only after opening those dust-sealed ancient books that day that she truly understood.

Yu Xiaogang had merely been summarizing the experiences of those who came before him.

Just thinking about it made the answer obvious. He had stayed there for more than a decade—what basis could he possibly have had for accurately concluding that the upper limit of the First Soul Ring was 423 years?

Such precise data could only have come from records in ancient texts.

"He... was a thief, and even more so... a fraud..."

Tears filled Bibi Dong's eyes, and the grief in her heart nearly made it impossible for her to breathe.

In an instant, her grief turned into fury and swept through her heart.

"Die. They all deserve to die!"

"Qian Xunji, Yu Xiaogang—both of you deserve to die!"

A violent gleam flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes. With a thrust of Soul Power, the table before her shattered instantly.

"And that dear little sister of mine—what right did she have to obtain someone like Lin Feng? I won't allow it. Never..."

Bibi Dong closed her eyes and tilted back her head, calming herself. When she opened them again, some clarity had returned to her gaze.

Yet her blood-red eyes still revealed the extreme emotions in her heart.

"There will be a way. Just like that despicable wretch Qian Xunji, there will always be a way to tear them apart."

Bibi Dong seemed to mock herself. "Thank you so much, my dear teacher. There are far too many methods I can use."

Her eyes flickered as Bibi Dong walked toward the depths of Papal Hall. There... was a Secret Chamber.

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