"Why should I be afraid of death?" Everyone present was completely bewildered by Qi Ling's words, including Xiao Ye. She couldn't understand what Qi Ling was up to either.
"You must be wondering what this person is talking about, whether he's gone mad," Qi Ling said. "But I'm not mad. I can tell you with absolute certainty that before you all join Dragon's Glory, you must learn what it means to be afraid of death!"
"If you want revenge, simply fighting desperately won't work. Facing an enemy many times stronger than you, relentlessly pushing forward will only lead to your deaths! So, if you want revenge, you must first survive!"
"Dying is sometimes easy, but living is the truly courageous choice! Those who don't cherish their own lives should leave now; you will make no contribution and achieve nothing."
While they could certainly unleash tremendous power in their current state, Qi Ling didn't want a group of people on the verge of collapse. So what he was doing now was using his own methods to save them.
"Think about what you'll do yourself. If you think what I said makes no sense, that's fine with you too," Qi Ling said. "Remember this: the one who survives is the winner!"
Afterwards, Qi Ling led their representatives back to the lord's mansion, where they met Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong. Upon learning that so many of their clansmen were still alive, the two were overwhelmed with emotion and burst into tears.
After settling everyone from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan in, Qi Ling asked Yu Tianyi, " Tianyi, what is your current Soul Power Level, and what is your age?"
"Master, I am nineteen years old this year, and my Soul Power Level is currently level fifty-nine," Yu Tianyi said honestly.
"Oh? You've already reached level fifty-nine at this age? Your cousins probably don't have a higher Soul Power Level than you." Qi Ling said with considerable surprise.
Although Yu Tianyi had also consumed the Immortal Herb, it should be noted that she was a year younger than Ma Hongjun. Her ability to reach such Soul Power Level was enough to demonstrate her astonishing talent.
"Perfect timing. Someone else will be coming to see me later, with the same business as you. Let's come together," Qi Ling said. "At your rate of growth, what will the Divine Court have to do in twenty years?"
Not long after, Yang Tiexin arrived at Qi Ling's place as instructed. Seeing Yu Tianyi obediently staying by Qi Ling's side, Yang Tiexin was slightly surprised. How come there was another beautiful woman by Qi Ling's side after all this time?
Because of her petite stature, Yu Tianyi looked younger than her actual age. Qi Ling then said, " Tiexin, you've arrived. Now, the challenge you both face is the same: to break through to level 60 and become Soul Emperor within seven days!"
" Tianyi, your situation is relatively easy to resolve. Increasing your Soul Power by one level is still possible using a rather forceful method," Qi Ling said. "Because you've already consumed a Immortal Herb, activating the medicinal power within your body will grant you a certain boost."
"Of course, this method can only be used once. Once the medicinal effect is activated, it must be fully absorbed, otherwise it will be wasted."
"As for Tiexin, if you want to increase your Soul Power by three levels in just a few days without affecting your potential, there's only one way."
As Qi Ling spoke, she took out a fiery red fruit from her person, its bright red color making it seem as if it were burning.
"Lord Qi Ling, this is..." Yang Tiexin asked in confusion.
" Crimson Flame Blood Bodhi," Qi Ling said, "A kind of Immortal Herb, a medicinal herb with extremely potent effects."
"Originally Tiexin, you've already passed your prime growth period, so the effects of taking the Immortal Herb might not be ideal. But this Crimson Flame Blood Bodhi can be said to have been prepared specifically for you."
"This herb is too potent. If someone whose body is not fully developed takes it, they might not be able to handle its effects. But it's just right for you at this stage."
"However, this also means that in order to absorb its medicinal power, you must be prepared to endure pain, and it will be an extremely painful thing. Tiexin, are you ready?"
Without any hesitation, Yang Tiexin said, "Lord Qi Ling, I am not afraid of suffering, but is it really appropriate to give me such precious herbs?"
"There's no such thing as suitable or unsuitable. We should use the medicine to its fullest potential, and use it on those who need it," Qi Ling said. "Alright. You can all go and make your preparations. I hope you can give me good news in seven days."
After the two left, Qi Ling got up helplessly, stretched, and thought to herself, "There's nothing I can do. I've done all I can. How much they get in return depends on their own fate."
"By the way, I should also improve my skills. After their special training is over, I think I should go to that place. The timing is about right."
Now that Qi Ling has obtained the immense power of the Life and Death Lotus, her Soul Power Level has successfully broken through to level 70. This means that Qi Ling can now successfully obtain her Seventh Soul Ring, which is the Soul Ring for her Martial Soul Avatar.
For any Soul Master, the Martial Soul Avatar is the most important Soul Ring that will bring about a qualitative change in them, and this is especially true for Qi Ling.
After borrowing a Seventh Soul Ring and unleashing the Blood Devil True Form, Qi Ling was able to easily defeat two Super Douluo, leaving them with no chance to fight back.
If he were to obtain his own Seventh Soul Ring, the power he could unleash would be no weaker than it was then, and might even be stronger. Therefore, Qi Ling also attached great importance to his Seventh Soul Ring.
"Fortunately, that's how it is. I had made arrangements in advance. I hope that place will allow me to get what I want," Qi Ling said slowly.
Seven days finally passed. On this day, everyone lived up to Qi Ling's expectations. Ma Hongjun, Yang Tiexin, Yu Tianyi all broke through to the Soul Emperor realm and obtained suitable Soul Ring.
Meanwhile, early on the seventh day, someone rushed into Qi Ling's room, excitedly saying, "Darling, I'm back! Have you missed me? It's been so long!"
Qi Ling, who was drinking tea, was almost startled when Dugu Yan dropped her teacup. At the same time, she secretly thought to herself, "Luckily I got up early, otherwise I don't know what this girl would do."
With Dugu Yan's arrival, the last person was present. It was just a pity that Dai Mubai couldn't come; as the Star Luo Empire, he needed to take control of the situation within the country.