Two weeks later.
The seven members of the Qian Daoliu have finally returned from the Far North.
After returning to the Spirit Hall, they did not go to the Worship Hall immediately, but went straight to Gui Yuan's courtyard.
When the seven figures landed at the courtyard gate, Gui Yuan was practicing Shadow Ball and other Self-Created Soul Skill in the courtyard.
Hearing the commotion, he looked up, immediately withdrew his Soul Power, and quickly went to meet it.
" Grandpa Qian, and all the other honored grandfathers, you've finally returned from the Far North."
He smiled sincerely and said, "You've been gone for so long, I was so worried about you."
Qian Daoliu and the others were secretly delighted when they heard this.
The fatigue from the long journey through wind and snow was greatly relieved at this moment.
Golden Crocodile laughed heartily, "What's there to worry about? What could possibly happen to a few old guys like us on this continent?"
Qian Daoliu waved his hand to quiet everyone down, then looked at Gui Yuan: "Although we were gone for a while, we've brought you good news this time."
"We have found a 100,000-year-old Mirror Shadow Beast in the Core Zone of Far North."
Gui Yuan's eyes lit up. "Really?"
"Really," Azure Luan chimed in, "However, the temperature in the Core Zone of Far North is extremely low. If your cultivation level hasn't reached level eighty or even Level 90, you probably won't be able to hold out for very long."
He recalled his days in the Core Zone and shook his head, "The cold there is something that ordinary Soul Master can't withstand; even Titled Douluo would find it difficult to endure."
Gui Yuan was initially delighted. "Thank you so much, gentlemen!"
Then a hint of disappointment appeared on his face. "Do I really have to wait until I'm Quasi-Soul Douluo or even Quasi-Titled Douluo before I start hunting them? Won't it be too late for me by then?"
He paused for a moment and then said, "I originally intended to keep the Hundred-Thousand-Year Mirror Shadow Beast's Soul Ring in the Sixth Soul Ring slot."
Qian Daoliu and the others were slightly taken aback upon hearing this.
Golden Crocodile frowned and said, " Xiao Yuan, even if you absorbed the previous few Soul Ring at a higher level, you still can't absorb a 100,000-year-old soul ring when you get your Sixth Soul Ring."
You'll need to reach level 80 at least to withstand the impact of Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring.
Gui Yuan didn't rush to explain. He raised his right hand, Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum Martial Soul bloomed in his palm. Four Soul Ring slowly appeared beneath him.
"Grandpas, look at the Soul Ring at my feet."
Upon hearing the sound, Qian Daoliu and the others looked over, their first thought being, "What's so interesting about Soul Ring?" They all knew about Gui Yuan's Soul Ring Configuration.
But the next second, the Demon Subduing Douluo noticed something was wrong.
"Wait... wasn't your Second Soul Ring purple? How did it turn black?"
His memory is absolutely accurate.
Gui Yuan's Second Soul Ring was indeed dark purple before.
But now, that Soul Ring is completely black, clearly indicating it's already at the ten-thousand-year level.
Azure Luan, Lion, Guang Ling, and the others also took a few steps closer to examine it carefully.
Golden Crocodile frowned and looked at Gui Yuan with a puzzled expression. "What's going on?"
Gui Yuan then briefly explained how the age of Soul Ring could be increased each year.
The courtyard was quiet for a moment, and all seven people, including Qian Daoliu, stood there dumbfounded.
Yue Guan and Gui Mei, who were watching from the side, smiled knowingly. They knew that the Great Enshrined and the others would be very surprised when they returned.
Yue Guan's lips curled up as he tilted his head towards Gui Mei: "Look at the expressions on the faces of the Great Enshrined; they're exactly the same as when you first heard this news."
Gui Mei said calmly, "I wasn't that dramatic back then."
"Your eyes are practically popping out of their sockets, isn't that an exaggeration?"
"... No."
"Have."
Gui Mei turned his head away; he didn't want to continue the conversation.
Qian Daoliu was indeed dumbfounded. As the spokesperson for the Angel God, he knew that the Divine Trial could indeed increase the lifespan of Soul Ring.
But I've never seen anything like it increase every year, and the increase is so dramatic.
Gui Yuan's Fourth Soul Ring is now over 30,000 years old.
It will take him at least three to four years to reach level 60.
At that time, his physique was indeed strong enough to absorb a 100,000-year-old Soul Ring.
The Golden Crocodile was the first to recover, laughing heartily, "Excellent! As expected of someone who possesses divine inheritance!"
"In that case, when you reach level 60, a few of us old guys will personally accompany you to the Core Zone of Far North to hunt down that Hundred-Thousand-Year Mirror Shadow Beast."
"We'll take turns keeping you warm, you won't get cold."
Gui Yuan chuckled, "Thank you for your offerings, grandfathers!"
Qian Daoliu also recovered his senses, gave Gui Yuan a deep look, and didn't say much, but the satisfaction in his eyes was undeniable.
Then, Qian Daoliu patted him on the shoulder. "Alright, we just got back, let's go back and rest for a bit."
"Focus on your cultivation, and come find us if you need anything."
Guang Ling said, "What are you talking about? You can come find us even if you don't have anything to do. Otherwise, we're so bored staying in the Worship Hall."
Gui Yuan nodded. "Understood."
One month later.
This day also marked Gui Yuan's ninth birthday.
In Gui Yuan's room, he sat cross-legged on the bed, with four dark purple Soul Ring appearing beneath him.
With the activation of [ Hedge Fund ] Hex, the age of all Soul Ring increased by 4,500 years, and his four Soul Ring also changed, with his First Soul Ring finally turning black.
First Soul Ring: 9100 >> 13600
Second Soul Ring: 13000 >> 17500
Third Soul Ring: 19000 >> 23500
Fourth Soul Ring: 34500 >> 39000
All four Soul Ring have entered the ten-thousand-year range.
After his First Soul Ring reached ten thousand years in age, he immediately sensed that the effect of his First Soul Skill had changed.
Previously, after taking it, defense and resistance each increased by 50%, lasting for three minutes.
Now, after taking it, both defense and resistance are increased by 70%, lasting for five minutes.
Don't underestimate the mere 20% increase; even a regular Food System Soul Master with Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Skill cannot achieve a 70% increase in a single attribute.
Otherwise, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul wouldn't be hailed as the number one support-type Martial Soul on the continent.
Once Soul Master reaches the Soul Saint realm, the amplification rate of each Soul Ring in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda is 80%.
With the blessing of the Martial Soul Avatar, this ratio can even reach 100%.
Ultimately, while the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum Martial Soul is a top-tier Immortal-grade Food-type Martial Soul, it is still Food-type Martial Soul and is certainly no match for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda at present.
However, in terms of sustainability, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda is inferior to it.
To confirm the effect of the First Soul Skill, Gui Yuan chanted the soul incantation. " Heaven-Reaching Golden Chrysanthemum, Petals Guarding the Body."
" First Soul Skill, Singular Velvet Heart-Guarding Petal."
Then, a pale golden petal condensed in the palm of the hand.
He took it directly, and immediately a faint golden light appeared on the surface of his body, and his defense and resistance did indeed increase by 70%.
After confirming, Gui Yuan also put away his Martial Soul, calmed down, and continued his meditation and cultivation.