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Upon entering the valley where the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire is located, an energy so dense it is almost tangible washes over you.
It contains the unique aroma of countless rare herbs; just one breath makes one feel that the flow of soul power is half a step faster.
Bing Di stood at the edge of the basin, her emerald eyes sweeping over the patch of vibrant, shimmering medicinal herbs.
Even with her nearly 400,000 years of experience, she couldn't help but feel a little dazzled at this moment, and subconsciously swallowed.
She could clearly feel the vast and diverse energy contained in these flowers and plants, and many of their energy properties made her feel awe.
But then questions arise—what exactly are they? What are their effects? Which ones are useful to her? Which ones are highly poisonous?
Although she could vaguely sense the strength and properties of energy, she knew nothing about the specific properties of medicine or how to take it.
In the far north, there are no such rules; if your power is strong enough, you can just devour it directly. However, the energy of the immortal herbs here is strange, and if you consume them indiscriminately, the consequences are unpredictable.
Just as Bing Di was frowning in thought, Jiang Zhen had already taken action.
His gaze was like lightning, quickly sweeping over the exotic flowers and herbs, while the knowledge from the "Complete Encyclopedia of Soul Beasts in Douluo Continent (with Immortal Herbs and Spiritual Medicines)" obtained from the system flowed rapidly through his mind.
"A fragrant and exquisite celestial product, a nemesis of all poisons; it is itself non-toxic, yet it counteracts all toxins..."
"The Fiery Apricot Blossom, a top-tier fire-type immortal item, contains the ultimate fire..."
"The Eight-Cornered Ice Grass is extremely cold in nature; its chilling effect is felt within ten meters, capable of causing the heart to freeze and the central nervous system to become paralyzed..."
"The Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, when consumed, circulates Qi throughout the limbs and unblocks the eight meridians, enabling one to cultivate an indestructible body..."
"The Acacia 'Heartbreak Red,' the king of flowers, chooses its master carefully; when it is picked, one must have a pure heart, and drip blood upon it..."
As he identified them, he quickly and quietly named each herb and described its characteristics, as if he knew them intimately, his tone calm and confident.
Bing Di , who was listening from the side, was secretly alarmed and looked at Jiang Zhen with increasing astonishment.
This human boy not only possesses strange strength, but also has such extensive knowledge?
He was able to recognize these rare herbs, which she had never even heard of before, at a glance and describe their detailed characteristics.
He has more and more secrets.
Soon, Jiang Zhen's gaze settled on several immortal herbs that exuded a strong icy aura.
Besides the top-grade octagonal ice grass, he also discovered two other top-grade ice-attribute immortal herbs that were recorded in the system appendix but not explicitly mentioned in the original work.
"Cold Marrow Lingzhi"
Jiang Zhen pointed to a magical herb, its entire body sculpted like ice and jade, its shape resembling a lingzhi mushroom, yet emanating a more refined and gentle chilling aura than the octagonal ice grass, and said:
"This thing is not a pure plant, but a special strain of bacteria that has been infused with the energy of ten thousand years of ice marrow."
"Its medicinal properties are extremely cold yet balanced and mild. Its main effects are to nourish and strengthen the soul and body, and it is especially effective for ice-attribute soul beasts or soul masters."
Then he pointed to another plant.
The immortal herb had an even more peculiar shape, resembling a cluster of condensed ice mist, with leaves that seemed almost nonexistent, and in the center cradling a blue fruit the size of an infant's fist, constantly emitting spiraling wisps of cold smoke.
"Ice Vortex Mystic Soul Fruit".
"This fruit contains the power of an extremely cold whirlwind. Consuming it can greatly increase speed and agility, double the speed of soul power circulation, and make one as swift as the wind when using ice-type abilities, making them difficult to catch."
As Bing Di listened to Jiang Zhen's introduction and looked at the two immortal herbs that were clearly of great benefit to her, her breathing quickened slightly, and the longing in her eyes was almost impossible to conceal.
In particular, the Cold Marrow Spirit Mushroom has immeasurable benefits for her in resisting the Heavenly Tribulation!
Jiang Zhen naturally did not overlook her reaction.
He first used a special method to collect the eight-cornered ice grass and several ancient medicinal herbs used as auxiliary medicines.
Then, he looked at the Bing Di and pointed to the Frost Marrow Spirit Mushroom and the Ice Vortex Profound Soul Fruit: " Bing Di , these two are most suitable for you, they are yours. As for the other immortal herbs, I will pick a few for Lan Xi , how about that?"
Upon hearing this, Bing Di was slightly taken aback, seemingly not expecting Jiang Zhen to so readily allocate the two most suitable immortal herbs to her.
She gave Jiang Zhen a deep look, suppressing her excitement, and nodded slightly with a haughty air: "Hmph, you do have some taste. I will accept it."
After saying that, she couldn't wait to step forward and use the method Jiang Zhen had suggested to collect the two ice-attribute immortal herbs. She held them in her hands, reluctant to put them down.
"I need to consume this Eight-Cornered Mystic Ice Grass immediately and use the ice spring here to refine and absorb it."
"I must not be disturbed in any way during this time, please protect me."
Jiang Zhen said to Bing Di with a solemn expression.
Dugu Bo could arrive at any time.
Bing Di was in a great mood at the moment, and having received the benefits, they readily agreed.
She placed her hands on her hips, her emerald eyes sweeping across the surroundings, an invisible aura of authority emanating from her: "With me, the Emperor, here, let's see which fool dares to disturb us!"
With the Heavenly King of the Far North protecting him, Jiang Zhen felt greatly reassured.
Without further hesitation, he first consumed the few auxiliary ancient medicinal herbs.
The elixir entered his stomach and immediately transformed into a gentle and mellow medicinal power, spreading out like the most loyal guardian, quickly protecting his internal organs and major meridians, forming a flexible protective film.
Immediately afterwards, he picked up the eight-pointed ice grass.
As soon as I touched the herb, an extreme chill instantly spread along my arm, white frost immediately condensed on my skin, and my bones made a faint "crunching" sound, as if they were about to be frozen and cracked at any moment!
Jiang Zhen fully activated the "Mysterious Water Enlightenment Technique," his martial spirit spontaneously awakened, and a shimmering blue light emanated from his body.
It forcibly resisted the invasion of this terrible cold poison.
Without further hesitation, he opened his mouth and swallowed the top-grade ice-type immortal herb!
The moment the immortal herb entered the stomach, it was as if one had not swallowed a plant, but rather absorbed a core of eternally frozen ice directly into the body!
The terrifying, extreme cold poison erupted suddenly, like a dam bursting and a thousand icy steel needles!
It relentlessly washed over and pierced through his limbs, every tiny vein, and every cell!
Intense pain instantly swept through his body, and his blood seemed to freeze!
Even with the protective medicine, the ultimate water martial soul, and the initial understanding of the ice law as a foundation, he was still able to achieve his goal.
Jiang Zhen still felt his body stiffen and go numb in an instant.
A thick, hard ice shell condenses on the skin's surface, and the eyebrows, eyelashes, and hair ends are covered with white frost. The breath exhaled from the mouth and nose turns into ice crystal powder as it leaves the body.
He dared not be negligent in the slightest, and with the last bit of control over his body, he leaped into the air.
With a splash, it accurately jumped into the blue-white extreme ice spring at the eye of the ice and fire duality!
The moment his body was completely immersed in the icy spring, the extreme cold outside and the domineering cold poison of the Eight-Cornered Mystic Ice Grass inside his body worked together to instantly engulf Jiang Zhen!
The "Mysterious Water Enlightenment Technique" was operating at an unprecedented speed, no longer flowing gently, but like a roaring glacier, desperately guiding and refining the terrifying cold poison energy.
Just as the internal and external forces of icy coldness intertwined and reached a certain extreme balance, a sudden change occurred!
The initial understanding of the water law within Jiang Zhen's body, and the faint yet highly essential primordial water essence brought about by the operation of the "Mysterious Water Enlightenment Technique".
It was as if an invisible key had quietly triggered something below.
Without warning, a profound and ancient azure light suddenly shone from the depths of the milky-white ice spring at the Yin-Yang Eye of Ice and Fire.
This light is not a reflection, but shines from the deepest part of the spring.
Instantly, the entire ice spring was dyed a dreamlike azure blue, and an indescribable, sacred, majestic, yet endlessly sorrowful and desolate, vast dragon's might slowly spread out.
Standing by the spring, the Bing Di 's expression changed drastically. Under the dragon's might, she, the Heavenly King of the Far North, felt an uncontrollable tremor and awe emanating from her own bloodline!
That's absolute suppression on a life level!
She could hardly believe her senses; such a terrifying existence was hidden beneath this spring.
Before she could react, the azure light suddenly expanded, transforming into a gentle yet irresistible force that completely enveloped Jiang Zhen, who was immersed in cultivation.
Jiang Zhen felt the pressure around him lighten, and the bone-chilling cold seemed to disappear instantly, replaced by a warmth and tranquility like returning to the womb.
The scene before him suddenly changed; it was no longer the cold spring water, but a boundless, calm, and waveless azure space.
There is no distinction between up, down, left, or right here; only the purest water element flows slowly, and countless law runes shimmering with blue light float in the air. It is breathtakingly beautiful and so vast that it makes one feel insignificant.
At the very center of this space, a colossal dragon-shaped phantom, composed entirely of water elements, slowly coalesced into form.
Her entire body was the purest sapphire blue, with scales and claws clearly visible. Her posture was elegant and majestic, and her enormous body contained unimaginable power.
However, her figure was very illusory, as if it would disappear at any moment, with only a pair of huge dragon eyes that looked like two blue stars.
His gaze was clearly fixed on Jiang Zhen, carrying a hint of curiosity, scrutiny, and a sorrow that had been hidden for countless years.
It is the remnant of the divine soul of the Water Dragon King, one of the nine dragon kings who perished here and who wielded the element of water (ice)!
She gazed at the tiny human before her, who had stirred a trace of Her own senses, and her ethereal yet majestic voice resonated deep within Jiang Zhen's soul:
"A mortal body, yet able to touch the very essence of the laws of water... Why is there an aura about you that feels both familiar and strange to me?"
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