"You?" Xuan Ming was taken aback.
"Oh, no..." Hu Liena's eyes held a hint of resentment.
"Yes, I do." Xuan Ming took out a lotus with a unique shape, nine translucent petals like ice crystals, with a ghostly blue flame along the outer edge and a pinkish-gold halo flowing inside.
Hu Liena's expression changed slightly, and she curiously leaned closer, her eyes fixed on the lotus flower. "What is this?"
" Nine-Tailed Fox Heart Lotus, a very special Immortal Herb," Xuan Ming said.
" The Immortal Herb? Something recorded in Grandpa Chrysanthemum's books?" Hu Liena asked.
"This thing isn't in his book, because strictly speaking, it doesn't belong to the Immortal Herb," Xuan Ming said.
"It's very dangerous, and I... don't really want to give it to you."
This lotus flower was not found in the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, but was sent by the Ice Dragon King to Dugu Bo to find.
Although the Ice and Fire Dragon Kings perished, their perception remained extremely strong for a long time afterward; they simply couldn't leave the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Hundreds of thousands of years ago, the Ice Dragon King sensed an extremely powerful force Sacrifice on the eastern coast of the Douluo Continent.
Years ago, after he fused with the Soul Bone of the Blue Silver Emperor, the Ice Dragon King suddenly remembered this matter. He then found an opportunity to send Dugu Bo to the east bank to search for several months. Finally, they found this strange lotus flower on the cliff.
After sensing it, the Ice Dragon King discovered that this thing was not some kind of Immortal Herb; its essence was the remnant soul of a Nine-Tailed Heavenly Fox from ancient times!
The powerful Sacrifice force that the Ice Dragon King sensed was from a Nine-Tailed Heavenly Fox with a cultivation level of at least 300,000 years.
Through the invasion of the dragon soul's perception, the Ice Dragon King figured out the situation of this thing.
Long ago, this celestial fox fell in love with a human Soul Master and willingly gave up its physical body to help him become a god, but was betrayed. The celestial fox's remnant soul merged with an ice lotus, transforming into this Nine-Tailed Fox Heart Lotus.
This lotus flower contained a terrifying resentment. Initially, the Ice Dragon King actually wanted him to give it to Bibi Dong.
After all, the evil god who inherited Bibi Dong's power was one who played with resentment and evil thoughts, so this thing should be of great help to her.
However, he worried that if this thing stimulated Bibi Dong too much, it would be awkward.
Moreover, the remnant soul of the Nine-Tailed Heavenly Fox should be very suitable for Hu Liena.
Even if there is a lot of resentment in it, Bibi Dong is there, so there shouldn't be any problems.
"Forget it, you should discuss it with the Pope. If she allows you to absorb it, then you can absorb it; otherwise, don't touch this thing for now." Xuan Ming handed the Nine-Tailed Fox Heart Lotus to Hu Liena.
"At least, let's talk about it after you reach the Titled Douluo."
"I understand." Hu Liena carefully transplanted the Nine-Tailed Fox Heart Lotus into a flowerpot in the side hall.
"You gave me something like this, then what did you give the teacher?" Hu Liena sat back down, looking at Xuan Ming expectantly, a strange sense of comparison rising in her heart.
"A piece of External Soul Bone produced from the Man Faced Demon Spider," Xuan Ming said.
" External Soul Bone?" Hu Liena was taken aback.
"Teacher already has External Soul Bone, you've seen it before, those very beautiful Six-Winged Purple Light Wings."
" External Soul Bone with similar attributes can be absorbed and fused," Xuan Ming said.
"Besides, she has the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor Martial Soul, so she definitely has a way to absorb that thing."
Between Level 99 and Level 98, the Soul Power value differs by 40%, while the 50% increase in all attributes brought by the Eight Spider Lances can, to some extent, compensate for the limitations imposed on Bibi Dong by the Rakshasa God Trial.
Furthermore, the Eight Spider Lances also inherit the bugged ability of the Man Faced Demon Spider to devour the opponent's Soul Power and replenish its own Soul Power consumption by 100%, which is a terrifying power in actual combat.
According to the Ice Dragon King, once his Blood Spear reaches the God Level, it should have a similar effect, and the current flaw of devouring its master will also be repaired.
To put it bluntly, you have to feed it first, just like with the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger.
"Okay, so how long do you plan to stay this time?" Hu Liena asked.
"I probably won't be able to stay for long," Xuan Ming said.
"Is the situation in Heaven Dou City very urgent?" Hu Liena asked worriedly.
"They're not in a hurry over there, but... I'm afraid they can't accommodate me here," Xuan Ming said.
He couldn't stay in Spirit City for too long. The Worship Hall must already know he'd come to the Pope's Palace, and soon, Qian Renxue, far away in Heaven Dou City, would find out too.
It's fine for him to come back and visit, but if he stays here for too long, Qian Renxue's dissatisfaction with him might become uncontrollable.
Moreover, he came here this time intending to provoke Bibi Dong.
Because as long as Bibi Dong is unhappy, Qian Renxue will be very happy.
If he angers Bibi Dong, Qian Renxue's dissatisfaction with him will lessen considerably.
Having offended the Pope, Qian Renxue was the only person he could rely on on this continent if he wanted to survive.
Having no other choice in his position could strengthen Qian Renxue's trust in him.
As for Bibi Dong, he traveled a long way to give her the precious Soul Bone, and then he gave her a treasure like Hu Liena.
Even if they really started arguing, Bibi Dong wouldn't kill him, even just for Hu Liena's sake.
In this way, he could reduce Qian Renxue's dissatisfaction, increase his safety, and also resolve some of the favors he had with Bibi Dong.
Chapter 129 You're the one who's sick
"Speaking of which, are you going to participate in the Continental Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academy two years from now?"
After learning about Xuan Ming's situation over the past two years, and seeing that it was getting late, Hu Liena arranged dinner for Xuan Ming in another side hall.
"I don't know, but I should be participating," Xuan Ming said while eating.
As the figurehead for Crown Prince Xue Qinghe to win over young geniuses and various powerful forces, he would most likely be involved in ostentatious events like the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament.
However, since the Imperial Fighting Team has a guaranteed spot, they don't need to go through those troublesome selection matches.
"Then we'll probably run into each other." Hu Liena rested her chin on her hands, a slight smile playing on her lips, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
How are your teammates?
Xuan Ming paused, pondered for a moment, and then said, "So-so."
Dugu Yan is not bad. When she broke through to level 40, she took the things he gave her, and her Martial Soul evolved ahead of schedule, changing from the Jade Phosphorous Serpent to the Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor. In addition, she changed her cultivation method, and her strength improved significantly. If she can break through to the Soul King before the finals, she can still have a chance to meet the three people of the Spirit Hall Golden Generation.
However, the others are just average, with mediocre skills, and unlikely to play a role in crucial moments.
Ye Lingling is a pure healing Soul Master. If she were to encounter the Spirit Hall Team, she would most likely be fighting alone, with perhaps Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling joining the fray at most.
"Then you're in trouble. My brother and I just mastered a special move. Even a monster like you might not be able to beat us." Hu Liena said with a sly smile and a hint of smugness.
"If your teammates are a bunch of drags on the team again..."
Xuan Ming raised his head and looked calmly at Hu Liena.
Hu Liena was slightly taken aback, feeling her cheeks flush and her ears burning. She asked softly, "What's wrong?"
"It's definitely a bit risky," Xuan Ming said.
He wouldn't be afraid of the current Spirit Hall Team.
Although Hu Liena and Xie Yue's Martial Soul Fusion Skill was powerful, it posed little threat to him.
But what if Hu Liena used the Nine-Tailed Fox Heart Lotus...?
"You're eating already?"
Just as Hu Liena was about to say something more, the palace door suddenly creaked open, Bibi Dong strode in with a light step, a faint smile on her face, seemingly in a very good mood.
"It's melted?" Xuan Ming asked.
"It's melted." Bibi Dong's expression was somewhat unnatural.
"This gift of yours has really helped me a lot."
"It's no exaggeration to say that this Soul Bone has been more helpful to me than a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone."
Hu Liena was stunned. " Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone? That's amazing?"
"Then congratulations." Xuan Ming continued eating, his head down.
"Aren't you curious about the effects of this Soul Bone?" Bibi Dong asked.
"If you knew, you might regret giving this to me."
"What effect?" Xuan Ming asked casually.
"This Soul Bone perfectly fused with my Six-Winged Purple Light Wings, transforming into Eight-Winged Purple Light Wings. Not only did it inherit the flight ability of the Six-Winged Purple Light Wings, but it also possesses a domineering amplification of 50% across all states when used. In addition, like the Man Faced Demon Spider, it can devour the opponent's Soul Power and replenish its own Soul Power consumption by 100%, making it almost a perfect match for my Soul Devouring Spider Emperor," Bibi Dong said.
"That's great, congratulations," Xuan Ming said.
"..."
"Could you be any more perfunctory?" Bibi Dong was speechless.
This powerful Soul Bone enhancement effect, although it cannot yet truly match her power due to her low age, will allow her to upgrade her evolved Eight-Winged Purple Light Wings in no time, given her Level 99 Soul Power.
Her strength, which was originally limited by the Rakshasa God Trial, has now been greatly compensated for by this Soul Bone.
Now, she no longer fears the Qian Daoliu.
Although she couldn't win, that old man couldn't do anything about it either!
"What else can I say? Seeing that the Soul Bone is too powerful, I'll let you keep it and return it to me?" Xuan Ming said.
Bibi Dong's eye twitched slightly. "But why do I have a feeling that you already knew this thing was powerful?"
"Otherwise what? Why would I risk angering someone and come all this way to deliver a useless Soul Bone to you? What's the point?" Xuan Ming said.
Bibi Dong frowned slightly. "How do you know what abilities this thing has?"
Before the Soul Bone was absorbed, no one knew its specific effects; even she couldn't directly investigate it unless...
Bibi Dong grabbed Xuan Ming's wrist and released her Divine Power to examine him. After a few breaths, her expression changed. "What's wrong with your Soul Power?"
"I tried fusing it, and after sensing the effect, I took it off. My Soul Power accidentally dropped by one level," Xuan Ming said casually.
After obtaining the Soul Bone of the Man Faced Demon Spider, he wasn't quite sure if it was really the Eight Spider Lances, nor was he sure about its effects. So he tried fusing a portion of it, and after confirming that there were no problems, he peeled it off.
After all, it was External Soul Bone, and only a portion of it was absorbed, with only a slight connection established. Separating it off wasn't difficult or costly; it only weakened the soul by one level, which would recover in time.
"Are you sick?" Bibi Dong's eyes held a complicated expression.
"You're the one who's sick." Xuan Ming was speechless.
"I gave you a gift, and you still scolded me."
"Why don't you just give it to me directly?" Bibi Dong said irritably.
"I'll just give it to you directly; who knows if you'll even need it?" Xuan Ming said.
"What if it's just an ordinary spider leg?"
Bibi Dong frowned deeply. "Do you know how dangerous it is to have your Soul Bone removed?"
"I only absorbed a tiny bit, just to sense its effects; I didn't actually absorb it," Xuan Ming said.
"Besides, I already have two dragons on my back, if I were to grow eight more spider legs..."
"It's strange just thinking about it."
"..."
"Where did you go?"
Xuan Ming looked at Bibi Dong, who had suddenly stood up, and asked with some confusion.
"I'll go find you something to replenish your energy, so your Soul Power doesn't keep dropping," Bibi Dong said as she walked out of the hall.
"While you're at it, see if you know anything that can boost your brainpower, maybe give it a boost."
Xuan Ming looked at Bibi Dong, who seemed somewhat angry, with a puzzled expression, then turned to Hu Liena, "Did I offend her?"
Hu Liena's expression was somewhat unnatural, but she nodded slightly.
"Where did I offend her?" Xuan Ming asked, puzzled.
"Isn't the Soul Bone good enough? Why is she angry?"
"Because you're stupid," Hu Liena said helplessly.
It's one thing to send Soul Bone, but to absorb it first to test its effects, and then, after confirming that it was incredibly powerful, to actually peel the Soul Bone off and come all this way...
She rarely saw her teacher's emotions fluctuate greatly. No matter what happened, her teacher could always keep her composure and always had that calm and indifferent look.