In just an instant, Li Lie's pain spread throughout Lin Yuan's body. His bones began to emit a dense, crackling sound. Though not loud, the noise was terrifying, as if Lin Yuan's body could snap at any moment.
After an indeterminate amount of time, Bibi Dong and the others happened upon Lin Yuan, who had absorbed the soul rings.
The Title Douluo, observing the extraordinary soul ring distribution, was astonished. This was a rare genius!
Bibi Dong, however, didn't think so. Though she hadn't inherited the Rakshasa God's position, she knew that inheriting a godly seat could extend a soul ring's lifespan. Many years ago, Sea God Island was the place of the Sea God's legacy, and the High Priest Bosai Xi's soul ring had been tested and enhanced by the Sea God.
Additionally, the Spirit Hall preserved the bloodline of the Angel God. As a Saint of the Spirit Hall, Bibi Dong had heard about this from Qianxun Ji.
Yu Xiaogang stared at the three purple and one black soul ring surrounding Lin Yuan, eyes wide in disbelief:"How is this possible? According to my calculations, the lifespan of the first soul ring should be 423 years, the second 764 years, the third 1760 years. The fourth should not exceed 5,000 years. How could he absorb a ten-thousand-year-old ring? And the first three are purple!"
He stepped closer, intent on observing Lin Yuan up close—but he couldn't. A surge of violent soul power instantly sent Yu Xiaogang flying.
"You little punk!"
Daji stepped next to Lin Yuan and said, "You useless fool, get lost!" As she spoke, nine soul rings appeared.
Indeed, he was a Title Douluo. His aura was slightly stronger than hers, but not weaker.
The Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan thought to himself. At the same time, the nine soul rings slowly materialized as his soul power was released.
Yu Xiaogang, supported by Bibi Dong, stared at the woman in front of him in shock: "So she's a Title Douluo!"
After absorbing the soul rings, Lin Yuan stood and said, "Alright, Daji, take the soul rings back!"
Seeing Daji retract her soul, Ju Douluo also withdrew his. He then realized his back was soaked with sweat.
This woman had applied tremendous pressure on him!
Yu Xiaogang, staring at the absorbed soul rings, shouted, "Impossible! Your first three soul rings are thousands of years old. How can the fourth be ten thousand? I've asked countless soul masters. It can't be; the fourth should not exceed 5,000 years. Are you messing around? Or do you have a way to extend a soul ring's age? Tell me!"
He grabbed Lin Yuan with both arms, trying to pull him out.
Lin Yuan pushed him away: "I know you, Yu Xiaogang—a theoretically invincible expert and a publisher of the Top Ten Core Competencies of Soul Skills."
"You know me? That's right. I published the Top Ten Core Competencies list, studied countless soul skills. Your soul ring ages don't match my theory. You're wrong. Truly unexpected."
"Spare me your bull, 'theoretically invincible' Yu Xiaogang? Studied countless soul skills? I'm laughing! You still use this to deceive people! Just because it doesn't match your theory, you think it's wrong? When trouble arises, it's over? Don't assume what you can't do, others can't either."
"Ha! You claim to have studied countless soul skills and soul rings. Then tell me, master Yu Xiaogang, theoretically invincible, how can someone like you, not even a proper soul master, know you can't defeat a century-old soul beast? Or did that nonsense just come out of your mouth? Ridiculous."
"And what about your Soul Skill theory? Shameless thief! Ask the Seven Great Halls—how many of your theories haven't been summarized before? I don't understand your audacity. Using the research of predecessors to summarize something, then suddenly claiming it as your own theory. A 29th-level weakling expelled by the Blue Thunder Overlord Dragon Sect, living off the Soul Skill Temple, truly spineless."
Yu Xiaogang's forehead veins bulged, shouting, "Enough!" Exhausted, he gasped for breath.
Lin Yuan observed and thought: This guy isn't weak in the body.
"Xiaogang, don't listen to him. Although your theory has some flaws… this proves our analytical ability is strong," Bibi Dong said to the panting Yu Xiaogang.
Yu Xiaogang spat a mouthful of blood after speaking.
Originally, given the relationship between Bibi Dong and Yu Xiaogang, Lin Yuan couldn't let him insult him. But strangely, when Lin Yuan despised Yu Xiaogang, Bibi Dong couldn't get angry at all, instead feeling satisfied.
Author's note: This is the author's correction ability.
Perhaps this man was too handsome, but his words seemed logical.
Yu Xiaogang stood, saying, "Let's go." He bent down and left.
Lin Yuan approached Bibi Dong, smiling, and said loudly enough for both to hear:"Bibi Dong, if you ever encounter danger back at the Spirit Hall and can't handle it, remember to shout: 'Qilin! In the name of the Holy King.'"
Bibi Dong glanced disdainfully at Lin Yuan, thinking he must be ill, then walked away calmly.
My master is a Title Douluo, so there's no danger.
This incident was soon forgotten.
Not long after, Bibi Dong remembered she hadn't told him her name, wondering how he had known.
Elsewhere, in a cave.
Ding! Congratulations, host has completed the hidden task. Rewards have been issued:Soul Skill Enhancer ×1Random Divine Seat ×1King Hero Experience Card – Peak Douluo (1 year) ×1Points +10,000
Soul Skill Enhancer: Can be used by non-hosts. Evolves and upgrades the user's soul skill, unlocking new abilities for special soul skills.
"Come, Daji. I want a random god."
A page appeared in front of Lin Yuan, flickering continuously until a black orb of light emerged.
"Ding! Random deity draw successful. Congratulations, you've obtained the Dark Goddess! According to Douluo God Realm transformation, the Dark Goddess is a God King-level deity."
"Dark Goddess? Can I use this?"
"Host only. Only someone other than the host can use it."
"Alright. Let's see this Hero Experience Card."
The interface flashed a few times, then a card appeared in Lin Yuan's hand.
On the card was a woman in black leather, long jet-black hair cascading over her shoulders, wearing a mask, expression cold. She held a dagger in each hand.
"Ak! Another beauty," Lin Yuan said. He waved his hand, and Ak appeared before him.
"Not the assassin from your memory, but just as deadly!"
Ak appeared before Lin Yuan, surrounded by nine soul rings. Lin Yuan wasn't too surprised; seeing the task reward, he had already assumed she was a Peak Douluo, with soul power undoubtedly between 96–98.
Daji saw the new hero and smiled at Ak. Cold and indifferent, Ak only nodded slightly.
Each hero reflected a unique personality: Daji charming, Ak ruthless.
Lin Yuan also checked Ak's character panel:
Hero: AkSoul Skill: Blade of FaithSoul Power: Level 98Soul Rings: Yellow, Yellow, Purple, Purple, Black, Black, Black, BlackTitle: Dark Blade DouluoSoul Skills:
Kiss of Death – Attacks the enemy from behind, causing critical damage (passive)
Arc Flash – Swings dual daggers in a direction, attacking twice
Swift Bloom – Moves rapidly in a direction, attacks nearby enemies upon arrival, marks targets; marked targets' speed reduced by 50%, damage taken reduced by 30%
Phantom Dance – Enter invisibility, continuously heal, speed +40%; attacking an enemy breaks invisibility
"Not bad! Level 98, huh? From now on, you'll be called Dark Blade Douluo!" Lin Yuan said after reviewing Ak's panel.
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