Spirit Hall.
Bibi Dong was cultivating in her secret chamber when suddenly a sharp pain struck her chest. Her face twisted into madness as she rose abruptly from a pool of dark purple liquid, not even caring that she was unclothed.
"Xiao Gang!" Bibi Dong shouted.
She quickly sat cross-legged in the pool, soul power surging around her body. A gray-black mist began to rise, and strange runes slowly appeared within the pool.
At the same time, similar markings appeared on her skin, flickering faintly as if resonating with something.
"Xiao Gang, I won't let you die," Bibi Dong murmured softly. "I told you long ago that the Star Dou Forest is full of danger. I didn't expect that even three Contras couldn't keep you safe!"
As she activated the secret technique, her determination grew stronger.
This secret technique came from her inheritance from the Rakshasa God. It was originally meant to contract a divine substitute disciple. However, Yu Xiaogang's innate talent and age had already limited his potential.
Even though he had once broken through to the Spirit King level through luck, and even with all the resources and spirit bones Bibi Dong provided, his limit would have been the Spirit King stage for life.
But with this secret art, things were different. This technique could defy the heavens, elevate his talent, and reshape his foundation.
However, once performed, the recipient would suffer inhuman pain. That was why Bibi Dong had never dared to use it before.
Now that Yu Xiaogang faced death, this crisis pushed Bibi Dong to finally make her decision.
This was her first time performing the ritual, so she had no idea what the final result would be.
At least for now, the technique could save Yu Xiaogang's life and perhaps even grant him a chance to change his fate,to follow her once more.
After some time, Bibi Dong finished the ritual. Exhausted, she leaned back in the pool, her body and mind drained.
When the Divine Disciple Secret Technique was completed, she discovered a strange connection between herself and Yu Xiaogang. To her delight, not only had he survived, but it was as if he had been reborn.
Bibi Dong had no time to study the details of the technique's effects. She rose wearily from the pool, put on her Pope's robes, and summoned an elder.
Elder Lingyuan bowed respectfully. "Your Majesty, you called for me so urgently,what matter requires my presence?"
Bibi Dong said softly, "Elder Lingyuan, go to the Star Dou Forest at once and bring back Elder Yu."
Without hesitation, Lingyuan accepted the command and left Spirit Hall immediately.
He was one of the few elders Bibi Dong truly trusted, as he had supported her loyally when she first took the throne.
Watching him leave, Bibi Dong silently prayed that Yu Xiaogang could be found quickly and safely.
At that moment, a wave of burning emotion welled up within her chest,the fiery pulse of her divine disciple's spirit.
Star Dou Forest.
Yu Xiaogang's limbs had healed, and even his appearance had changed greatly.
He didn't fully understand what had happened to save him, but he knew it had something to do with Bibi Dong.
The fact that he was still alive likely came from the secret seed she had once implanted in him.
"Dong'er… I didn't expect that in the end, you would be the one to save my life," Yu Xiaogang murmured as he gazed in the direction of Spirit City, emotion stirring in his heart.
After being struck unconscious by Fu Li's palm, he had remembered nothing until now.
Looking around, he was surprised that no soul beasts had attacked him.
Sensing his own body carefully, Yu Xiaogang was stunned to find he no longer felt like his old self.
It was as if he had been reborn.
Once a plain-looking man in his fifties, his aura and temperament were now completely transformed,carrying a dark, cold, and strange power.
Within him pulsed a special purple-black rune that connected him to Bibi Dong.
Even more astonishing was his martial spirit. His Luo Sanpao, once a dragon-shaped beast, had transformed dramatically.
Now it was ten meters long, with four claws and a fierce dragon head, its body shimmering with purple-gold light.
The bloodline of the Golden Sacred Dragon had mutated and awakened. Luo Sanpao was now a Purple-Gold Demon Dragon.
But what shocked Yu Xiaogang most was his spirit power level.
Once merely level thirty-five, he was now an eighty-first-level Contra.
When he released his Purple-Gold Demon Dragon, eight spirit rings appeared around him,two yellow, two purple, and four black,radiating a terrifying aura that nearly overwhelmed him.
"This… Dong'er, what kind of miracle did you grant me? And what price did you pay for it?" Yu Xiaogang quickly withdrew his martial spirit before losing control.
Star Moon Lake.
Under Oscar's treatment, Xiao Wu slowly regained consciousness. The moment she opened her eyes, she cried out uncontrollably,
"Brother, don't leave me! Xiao Wu can't live without you!"
Hearing this, Da Ming and Er Ming, who had just returned, felt their hearts tremble. It was clear that this Tang San boy now held an irreplaceable place in Xiao Wu's heart.
When she finally calmed down and saw Oscar's kind face before her, she was stunned.
"Senior? Am I hallucinating before death? Why are you here?"
Oscar gently patted her head. "You're safe now. This is Star Moon Lake."
Turning her head in disbelief, Xiao Wu met the concerned gazes of Da Ming and Er Ming. Tears welled up in her eyes.
"Da Ming, Er Ming,it's really you! I'm alive!"
Then she suddenly looked around and spotted Tang San lying unconscious on a stone table. "My brother…?"
Oscar replied, "I gave him medicine. He won't wake up for a while. I was worried he couldn't handle learning your true identity."
At those words, Xiao Wu's face turned pale. Oscar was right,her identity as a soul beast was exposed. She silently cursed Yu Xiaogang and those three Contras.
Oscar seemed to read her thoughts. "They've all been dealt with. For now, let's focus on how to explain things to Tang San when he wakes."
Xiao Wu's heart was full of confusion and sadness. Not everyone could accept a soul beast. When she had once tested Tang San's views, he had spoken of soul beasts and humans as natural enemies.
Recalling the shock on his face when he discovered her identity, Xiao Wu was overwhelmed with anxiety and fear.
Seeing her state, Da Ming and Er Ming looked helplessly at Oscar,they had grown used to relying on his wisdom.
Oscar thought for a moment and then looked at Tang San. Truthfully, even he wasn't sure what Tang San would think now.
Because of Oscar's interference, reality had already diverged from the original story.
Although Tang San was still gifted and strong, his Purple Demon Eye had not yet reached the level to see through Xiao Wu's disguise, and the Concealing Grass on her body further hid her aura.
Moreover, Tang San still did not know that his mother, Ah Yin, had been a hundred-thousand-year soul beast, or that she had been forced to death by the former Pope of Spirit Hall.
So even Oscar could not predict Tang San's reaction.
Still, knowing Tang San's affection for Xiao Wu, Oscar believed the outcome wouldn't differ too much from before,and he would not stand by idly if things went wrong.
He had once been biased against Tang San, but that had changed.
As long as Tang San remained loyal, with his talent, he could become one of Oscar's strongest allies.
After thinking for a long while, Oscar finally said, "Xiao Wu, don't panic. Now that Tang San knows the truth, running away will solve nothing."
"Some things must be faced. This is a trial the two of you were destined to encounter."
Xiao Wu looked up at him. "What should I do?"
Oscar smiled slightly. "Tell him everything. You've already reached the bottleneck of level fifty. You're close to fully transforming into a human. To most people, you're no different from one already."
"Besides, after everything you and Tang San have been through, I believe he won't disappoint you."
He patted her shoulder. "And remember, I'll always stand by you. If Tang San is too stubborn, I'll knock some sense into him myself."
Xiao Wu's eyes softened as she looked at the sleeping Tang San, gently brushing his cheek.
Oscar turned to Da Ming and Er Ming. "Let's go. Give her some time alone."
Da Ming nodded and sank into the lake, while Oscar climbed onto Er Ming's shoulder to handle affairs of the Soul Beast Alliance.
He had recently selected several strong soul beasts,some for the sect's elders nearing level ninety, others for Ma Hongjun and Dai Mubai.
But three special ones troubled him: the Thousand-Jin Ant Emperor brothers.
These three had once been among the first soul beasts Da Ming and Er Ming had subdued when unifying the forest.
They later became top commanders. Now that the forest was mostly pacified, rebellious beasts were given to Sword Sect cultivators as spirit rings.
Still, Da Ming and Er Ming had only managed to rule two-thirds of the forest,the deepest regions remained untouched.
That was acceptable for now; those ancient beasts had yet to appear anyway.
After feeding the three Ant Emperors an ultimate black-gold sausage, they had each reached the hundred-thousand-year level. Because of their loyalty and talent, Oscar was considering whether to keep them in the forest or give them the chance to ascend to godhood.
Oscar and the two Titan Beasts arrived at a cliff overlooking a valley where the Ant Emperors cultivated.
Having finished their training, the three bowed deeply. "Greetings, First, Second, and Third Alliance Leaders."
Oscar, being human, held the title of Third Alliance Leader, while Da Ming and Er Ming led the alliance publicly.
Oscar raised his hand. "I've thought long about this, and I'll leave the decision to you."
"You have two choices. First, I can pair you with a human genius capable of reaching godhood, allowing you to become their spirit souls and enter the divine realm."
"Second, you can stay here to manage the Star Dou Forest. But after consuming the black-gold sausage, breaking through to a higher realm is nearly impossible, though you'll have at least another hundred thousand years of life."
"And when your time nears its end, you may again choose a master to continue living as a spirit soul."
The three Ant Emperors understood his meaning.
"Third Leader, may we have some time to discuss?" asked the eldest, A Da.
Oscar smiled. "Of course. But know that not every beast gets such a choice. You three have earned it through your service."
"Even I can't guarantee reaching that divine realm, and I have few candidates fit to ascend. So give me your answer soon."
The three nodded. "Understood."
Oscar then departed with Da Ming and Er Ming to visit other soul beast territories, continuing the search for suitable partners.
Those unwilling were not forced,hesitation was natural before seeing true results.
Along the way, Da Ming said, "When Sister Xiao Wu reaches level sixty, she'll need new spirit rings. But neither my nor Er Ming's attributes fit her. Has Senior Oscar chosen a suitable spirit soul for her?"
Oscar nodded. "Her seventh and eighth rings are already arranged. We'll convince them together later."
Er Ming grinned. "That's great!"
Da Ming hesitated. "Senior, I have another request."
Without looking back, Oscar replied, "At present, I don't have suitable partners for you two. But with your bloodlines and talent, any future master would be blessed to have you."
"Don't worry. If I'm sure I can reach that stage myself, I'll reserve places for both of you."
Da Ming smiled. "That's all I hoped for."
Oscar then looked at them seriously. "Actually, becoming Xiao Wu's spirit souls would benefit her greatly. Why not choose her?"
Da Ming and Er Ming exchanged glances before Er Ming sighed. "We've discussed it with her. She refused. And she wanted us to become Tang San's spirit souls instead,that we cannot accept. You're the only one we trust, Senior."
Oscar was speechless for a moment. Had he just gained two priceless allies by accident?
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