Chapter 5 The First Ring of a Million Years.
Before Wu Xuan could speak, the ten golden halos on the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm seemed to come alive, pulsating rhythmically. Finally, a burst of brilliant golden light suddenly separated from its body, leaving only a thin, pale golden film in its place.
This burst of brilliant golden light was its source power and spiritual power; separating these from its body meant there was no turning back.
A golden light hurtled towards Wu Xuan at lightning speed. Although the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm wasn't skilled in combat, its spiritual power, cultivated for a million years, was far beyond what Wu Xuan could currently withstand.
"Hahaha, I'm finally free! Those bastards who treated me like food, you have no chance now! Hahaha!"
The moment this golden light touched Wu Xuan's brow, an extremely cold aura spread throughout his body, even blurring his consciousness. The ten golden halos quickly enveloped his body, while streams of white light continuously surged into his body.
Everything happened too fast. The gray sphere of light in the distant sky, just attracted by this massive life energy, instantly withdrew. Losing its target, the gray sphere spun in place before drifting aimlessly in the wind.
Before his consciousness faded, Wu Xuan successfully activated the *Mingwu Jing*, isolating all his memories of his past life through this peculiar technique.
"What incredible physical abilities! If I hadn't seen your memories, I probably would have thought you were one of those noble, ten-thousand-year-old soul beasts reincarnated as a human!"
"Huh? A wind element martial soul, so pure, it must be the legendary half-step ultimate wind! Add to that a spear with an offensive mental martial soul, hehe, I've really struck gold this time, made a fortune!" The Heavenly
Dream Ice Silkworm, which was imprinting parts of Wu Xuan's memories, became increasingly astonished as it read. It marveled that a human not even twelve years old had trained alone in the outer region of the Star Dou Great Forest for two and a half years. But then, an indescribable exhilaration followed.
Within Wu Xuan's Sea of Spirit, his soul stood firm. The Sea of Spirit was intimately connected to one's soul, even arguably a reflection of its strength.
In a pristine white space, with the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm carrying an immense spiritual essence, Wu Xuan's Sea of Spirit underwent a dramatic transformation. Countless points of light stretched as far as the eye could see, yet seemed to extend to every corner of the space.
These golden rays converged into ten enormous golden halos, suspended in mid-air. All the points of light within the space seemed to grow larger due to their appearance.
The ten golden halos began to slowly rotate, each containing a milky-white halo. The halos grew stronger and stronger, gradually transforming into ten enormous spheres of light suspended there. The height and volume of the entire space increased many times over.
Simultaneously, the points of light suspended in the air sank below, coalescing into a pale golden ocean, supporting the ten enormous golden-white spheres of light.
Wu Xuan gazed at this magnificent Sea of Spirit, marveling at the vast spiritual essence of the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm.
Then, the lustrous white halo gradually faded from Wu Xuan's body, replaced by a faint icy blue glow. This lasted for about ten seconds before fading again, restoring his skin to its original color.
Wu Xuan's consciousness returned, and he quickly sensed the changes in his body.
As if in response, a sudden voice rang in his mind.
"Young man, so your name is Wu Xuan."
Wu Xuan had heard this voice several times before; it belonged to the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm.
Wu Xuan didn't respond to Tianmeng Ice Silkworm, his mind racing with thoughts. He never expected Tianmeng Ice Silkworm to forcefully merge with him in such a self-serving manner.
"Young man, why are you so calm? Aren't you curious about my identity?" Tianmeng Ice Silkworm asked familiarly.
Seeing Wu Xuan's calmness, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm couldn't help but introduce himself. "Let me introduce myself first. I am the embodiment of heroism and chivalry, the king of soul beasts who possesses both wisdom and beauty, an unparalleled powerhouse, having cultivated for a million years, setting the record for the longest lifespan on the Douluo Continent, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm. Um, you can call me Brother Tianmeng."
"Oh, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm!" Wu Xuan hadn't recovered from his surprise and responded indifferently.
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm in his spiritual sea almost jumped up, thinking to himself that this kid was definitely not normal. Shouldn't a normal person be shocked when they see me?
"I'm a million-year-old soul beast? Aren't you excited at all?" Tianmeng Ice Silkworm said somewhat irritably.
"Are you really a million-year-old soul beast? If you're so powerful, why were you treated as food, and now you've even forcibly entered my spiritual sea?" Wu Xuan, regaining his senses, retorted sarcastically.
Tianmeng Ice Silkworm, unperturbed, replied smugly, "That's because they outnumbered me—six or seven ferocious beasts! I couldn't fight them all. But even six or seven beasts were no match; I still managed to escape, hehe!"
"As for intruding into your spiritual sea, it's because I have high hopes for you! How could an ordinary person possibly receive my favor? Hehe! Alright, little Wu Xuan, now find a safe place. I'm going to become the first soul ring of your spiritual attribute spear, the first wisdom soul ring in the history of Douluo Continent!"
"This spear is called the Soul-Breaking Spear," Wu Xuan introduced, summoning his spear.
"Soul-Breaking Spear, Soul-Breaking is a truly fitting name. Just hearing it tells you it's unparalleled in attack. Little Wu Xuan, this million-year soul ring of mine can give your Soul-Breaking Spear four soul skills! How about that? Excited? Happy?" Tianmeng Ice Silkworm boasted to Wu Xuan for a moment, then became quite smug.
"Hmm! As expected of a million-year soul beast. I just wonder how powerful the soul skills you bring are!" Wu Xuan pondered, stroking his chin.
"Hmph! Forget it, you're still too inexperienced. I won't hold it against you. Little Wu Xuan, see those ten orbs of light? They contain my original power, which can support your future ten soul rings to reach the hundred-thousand-year level, making your spiritual power the strongest in the world. Oh, and I can also give you an ice-attribute martial soul. But you already have twin martial souls, so it seems you won't need this." Tianmeng Ice Silkworm snorted.
Wu Xuan's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and he nodded in complete agreement. The thought of ten hundred-thousand-year soul rings was incredibly exciting.
Having twin martial souls places extremely high demands on a soul master's physical attributes and talent. He was already exceptionally gifted; his talent was already good enough, there was no need to risk it for an extra martial soul.
"Little Wu Xuan! See that pale golden membrane in front of you? That's my remains. It can help conceal all your aura. Remember to wear it when you fuse with my soul rings," Tianmeng Ice Silkworm instructed.
"Okay! Thanks!" Wu Xuan picked up the remains from the ground and draped them over himself.
"By the way! Tianmeng! I'm already level 30. Remember to keep an eye out for top-tier wind-attribute soul beasts for me, and pick a suitable one," Wu Xuan specifically instructed.
"Don't worry! I've already looked for one for you. My eye will satisfy you," Tianmeng Ice Silkworm chuckled.
Wu Xuan didn't reply, gazing up at the sky, his gaze seemingly piercing through the entire firmament. *Tang San, just you wait!* My four single-attribute families are not dogs that your Tang Sect can summon and dismiss at will, and Douluo Continent is not your backyard. Just you wait! One day I will stand before you and defeat you in the presence of the gods.
I am already on my way; the victor is king, the vanquished are villains, and who can predict the future?
(End of Chapter)