While the Qiangu Fengxing and the Qiangu Fuliu are still reeling from the shock brought by the " Ultimate Fire ".
Kong Ling's Sixth Soul Ring, that deep black halo symbolizing a ten-thousand-year level, flickered slightly.
Immediately afterwards, a scorching stream of light shot out from her chest!
The stream of light quickly stretched and solidified in the air, transforming into a nimble figure engulfed in flames.
With a clear and Life cry, the fiery red figure seemed to come to life, gracefully circling once in the council hall, its orange-red tail tracing a dazzling trajectory in the air.
Finally, it calmed the flames swirling around it and landed steadily and affectionately on Kong Ling's shoulder.
Only now did the father and son truly see that it was a beautiful bird-like Soul Beast with feathers that seemed to be woven from flames!
It was small in size, with lively eyes, and even after landing, it tilted its head and preened its wings with its beak. The posture was so lifelike that it was no different from a real Life.
However, the subtle energy fluctuations emanating from its body, and its somewhat ethereal texture, clearly told them that this was by no means a real Soul Beast.
What on earth is this?!
A huge question instantly filled the minds of the father and son. Their instinctive thought was, "Could this be... her Sixth Soul Skill?!"
Seeing the shocked and confused expressions on their faces, Kong Xuan spoke up at the opportune moment.
"This is Soul Spirit, a completely new form that can perfectly replace traditional Soul Ring."
"During the fusion process, we were able to retain part of the soul and intelligence of the Soul Beast."
"Therefore, it is not an inanimate object, but a partner with a certain degree of autonomy, capable of assisting the Soul Master in battle, and its uses far exceed those of ordinary Soul Ring."
The father and son, Qiangu Fengxing and Qiangu Fuliu, stood frozen in place, their gazes shifting back and forth between Kong Xuan's Battle Armor and the fiery Soul Spirit on Kong Ling's shoulder, their faces showing an expression of utter ignorance.
Their minds seemed to have stopped thinking, completely overwhelmed by the unimaginable shock that followed.
Seeing the complex expressions of shock, confusion, and contemplation on the faces of Qiangu Fengxing and his son, Kong Xuan knew that the final opportunity had arrived.
He didn't press the issue hastily, but instead spoke slowly and sincerely, "Senior, our Qiangu Clan has secluded itself from the world for thousands of years, allowing us to stay away from strife, preserve our bloodline, and continue our lineage. This peace and transcendence are something countless external forces crave but cannot obtain."
He first affirmed the value of the other person's choice, then subtly changed the subject. "But..."
Kong Xuan's voice was steady and powerful, and his expression became solemn. "The outside world is currently undergoing a cataclysmic change unseen in ten thousand years. The emergence of Battle Armor and Soul Spirit is going to truly change the entire Soul Master cultivation system."
He paused briefly, then posed the most crucial and fatal question, "Senior, do you believe that if the Qiangu Clan continues to cling to this place, closing its eyes and ears, and fails to actively understand, learn, and master these new powers..."
"Then, not necessarily in a hundred or a thousand years, but perhaps only a few decades later, when Soul Master in the outside world are generally equipped with Battle Armor and can control Soul Spirit, how much of an advantage will the Qiangu Clan's inherited Martial Soul and cultivation methods still retain?"
"If you fall behind at the first step, you'll fall behind at every step. If you're left far behind by the tide of the times, trying to catch up will be as difficult as climbing to the heavens!"
Kong Xuan's words, like a heavy evening bell, echoed in the council hall, then turned into a deep silence.
Both the Qiangu Fengxing and the Qiangu Fuliu have fallen into a long silence.
Battle Armor and Soul Spirit, these two emerging "products," bring not only a visual and perceptual impact, but also a fierce test of established worldviews.
Qiangu Fengxing's gaze slowly fell on Kong Xuan, who had already removed his Battle Armor and returned to his normal appearance.
The ancestral precepts that he had upheld for millennia and regarded as ironclad rules finally showed a clear crack at this moment, no longer as indestructible as before.
Faced with this dramatic change that could alter the entire Soul Master cultivation system, the scales in his heart began to tip.
After much deliberation, as if having gone through an internal battle, Qiangu Fengxing finally spoke again.
Instead of giving a direct answer, he looked sharply at Kong Xuan and Kong Ling: "My two nephews, in what capacity have you come here today to extend an invitation to my Qiangu Clan?"
As it turns out, Kong Xuan's decision to directly demonstrate the powerful effects of the Battle Armor and Soul Spirit was absolutely correct. The change in how Qiangu Fengxing addressed the two siblings speaks volumes.
His question at this moment also shows that he is no longer resisting Kong Xuan's invitation, but is beginning to prepare to learn more about it.
Upon hearing this, Kong Xuan was overjoyed, and a premonition that "this matter can be accomplished" welled up in his heart.
He dared not be negligent and immediately responded clearly and solemnly, "Senior, I am here on behalf of the ' Spirit Pagoda ' to formally extend an invitation to the Qiangu Clan!"
" Spirit Pagoda?"
Qiangu Fengxing softly repeated these three words, his brows furrowing slightly, a hint of confusion flashing in his eyes.
Although he lived in seclusion, he was not entirely ignorant of the major powers on the continent. He knew about Shrek, the Body Sect, the Sun Moon Empire, and its subordinate Mingde Hall and Worship Hall.
But this " Spirit Pagoda " was something I had never heard of before.
Kong Xuan immediately noticed the doubt in his eyes and, before he could ask, explained, "Senior, the Spirit Pagoda is a newly established force dedicated to researching and promoting the Soul Spirit System, and is responsible for all matters related to Soul Spirit."
I see!
A look of sudden realization flashed across Qiangu Fengxing's eyes, but that realization was quickly replaced by deeper contemplation.
Although the Spirit Pagoda is only a newly established force, it possesses Soul Spirit technology, so its future is very promising!
The feeling of attraction in his heart had become even clearer and stronger.
But as the clan leader, he naturally considered things more deeply.
His gaze refocused on Kong Xuan, a hint of scrutiny in his eyes, and he asked, "Then... what is your identity in this Spirit Pagoda, my nephew?"
Kong Xuan smiled and said, "If nothing unexpected happens, I should be the first tower master of the Spirit Pagoda!"
"Um?!"
Upon hearing this, Qiangu Fengxing's expression suddenly hardened, and his gaze towards Kong Xuan was filled with undisguised astonishment, even mixed with a trace of instinctive doubt.
This is truly astonishing. Even with such extraordinary talent, a Soul Saint at such a young age shouldn't be able to suppress everyone else and become the master of a force wielding epoch-making power, right?
Kong Xuan had anticipated his reaction and, without waiting for him to ask, clearly explained the most crucial reason.
"Senior, you may not know this, but this Soul Spirit System, from its concept to its initial implementation, was created and perfected entirely by me."
"Therefore, even though my cultivation is still shallow, it is most appropriate for me to serve as the first tower master of this Spirit Pagoda and to oversee all matters related to Soul Spirit."
Kong Xuan's actions weren't exactly stealing credit, since his two teachers in his Sea of Consciousness, Electrolux and Yun Ming, didn't care at all.
The Soul Spirit... he created it?!
Qiangu Fengxing's expression visibly froze, his pupils dilated slightly, and the shock he felt was even greater than when he had just seen the Soul Spirit itself.
He originally thought Kong Xuan was merely the possessor and demonstrator of this power, but he never expected that he was actually... the creator!
The difference in significance is now worlds apart.
Just as Qiangu Fengxing Xing was overwhelmed with emotion and his original understanding was overturned once again, Kong Ling spoke up at the right moment.
Her voice was clear and bright, tinged with pride for her brother. "Senior, you're more than just Soul Spirit."
"Even the concept of that Battle Armor and its initial research direction were proposed and spearheaded by my brother to the Sun Moon Empire's Worship Hall."
" The Worship Hall is merely responsible for bringing it to life."