Chapter 62: Xiao Zhan's Second Spring.
Dugu Bo simply nodded in response and fell silent, clearly leaving time for Lin Xiao to make arrangements.
Lin Xiao's gaze lingered on Xiao Zhan and Tie Shan.
"You two have worked hard. I've only been away for a few years, and yet you've managed to grow the Dragon Soul Mercenary Group to this size. It's truly remarkable."
"Now, please give me a briefing on the current state of our forces!"
"And if you can, please introduce me to the other members."
Xiao Zhan immediately stepped forward, clasped his fists, and bowed respectfully.
"Master, our Dragon Soul Mercenary Group currently has a total of 523 soul masters. 389 of them
are Soul Lords, and 123 are Soul Grandmasters." "The eight Soul Kings before us are the backbone of our group, having made numerous contributions."
"As for my brother Tie Shan and I, we are currently Soul Emperors at Level 65 and Level 62, respectively."
He then solemnly turned his gaze to the previously silent, icy female soul master, and began introducing her to Lin Xiao.
"Sect Master, this is Lü Su, the former leader of the number one-ranked 'Spirit Bird Mercenary Group,'" he said. "
He's now a Level 68 Soul Emperor, and his martial spirit is the Swift Wind Spirit Bird."
"And our current strength is entirely due to her leading her own mercenary group to join us,"
Tieshan couldn't help but interject, his voice thick with pride.
"Yes, Sect Master, our Dragon Soul Mercenary Group is now the number one mercenary group in the Soul Hunting World!"
"Thanks to Brother Xiao and Sister Lü Su."
"Their combined strength is unmatched by even the most ordinary Soul Sages."
Lin Xiao looked at Lü Su with some surprise.
He was well aware of Xiao Zhan's strength.
They had known each other since Notting Academy, and their friendship spanned several years, having experienced many things together. Although they were subordinates, they were truly friends.
When he first obtained the Blue Silver Emperor Soul Bone, he hadn't wanted to fuse it, but at the time, they both desperately needed greater combat power, so he simply gave it to Xiao Zhan.
Later, he unexpectedly acquired the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear's external Soul Bone, further enhancing his strength.
If it weren't for this, even acquiring his second spirit ring might have been incredibly difficult.
But now, he'd built such a vast foundation for himself, a true surprise to Lin Xiao. He certainly didn't regret his decision to train Xiao Zhan.
The fact that this female spirit master possessed the ability to challenge opponents of higher rank actually impressed him.
"Lü Su! Now that you've joined my Dragon Soul Mercenary Group, you're one of us. I won't be shy with you."
"I want to ask you, as the former premier mercenary group, at the height of their power, why did you join us?"
This question was clearly what concerned Lin Xiao the most.
Lü Su glanced at Xiao Zhan beside her, then turned to look at Lin Xiao, who sat at the main seat.
Although the person before her looked only a teenager, with a Titled Douluo in attendance, and both Xiao Zhan and Tieshan treating him with the utmost respect, she didn't dare to be disrespectful.
"To answer the captain's question, I joined the Dragon Soul Mercenary Group, firstly because Brothers Xiao Zhan and Tieshan have both been rectifying the spirit hunting world's ethos over the past few years."
"They're committed to establishing a new system for us spirit hunters. Although I'm a woman, I share this ideal."
"Of course, it's mainly because of Brother Xiao Zhan."
"He's incredibly powerful, I can't beat him, but he's also handsome and incredibly manly, so I've decided to follow him for the rest of my life and marry no one else but him."
As soon as she finished speaking, her eyes fixed on Xiao Zhan, unabashedly revealing her affection and determination.
The atmosphere in the entire conference hall suddenly grew somewhat tense.
Xiao Zhan felt a wave of embarrassment, his cheeks flushing, his gaze evasive, clearly trying to avoid the question.
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He interrupted with a quick, dry cough.
"Sister Lu Su, the Sect Master is discussing serious matters now, not these matters."
Lin Xiao understood. This seemed to be a woman who dared to love and hate, openly pursuing anyone she liked without hesitation.
However, Xiao Zhan clearly hadn't agreed yet.
He hadn't yet avenged his wife's death, and with his deep sense of loyalty, how could he easily consider his children's affairs now?
However, Lin Xiao had no intention of getting involved in other people's relationships; he just wanted to be sure Lu Su had no ulterior motives.
He then cast his gaze upon everyone present and spoke loudly.
"You are all my predecessors, Lin Xiao. I am deeply grateful for your assistance in achieving my great cause."
"However, if you join us, you will be rewarded for your contributions and punished for your mistakes. Please also remember the rules of our Dragon Soul Mercenary Group."
"I will leave some resources for you later, and Xiao Zhan can reward you based on your contributions."
Everyone responded in unison, their voices resounding and full of energy.
With the basic situation of the force clearly understood, Lin Xiao began to discuss the next steps.
"Xiao Zhan, my main purpose for coming this time is to obtain my fourth spirit ring. Have you helped me keep an eye out for a suitable spirit beast?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Zhan immediately stepped forward and replied,
"Yes! Over the past few years, whenever we've been in and out of the Star Dou Great Forest, we've been keeping an eye out for spirit beasts suitable for the sect master."
"And according to your previous message, we've already found the traces of a spirit beast suitable for your fourth spirit ring.
" "Okay! In that case, let's set off. But we don't need too many people. Just you, Tieshan, and Lu Su, come with me and Senior Dugu to hunt spirit beasts."
"Yes, Sect Master."
"Hehe, finally time to stretch my legs. "
Lin Xiao ignored the others' thoughts and turned to look at Dugu Bo.
"Senior Dugu, let's go."
Dugu Bo nodded, his cold and arrogant face expressionless as he simply responded.
The five of them left the Dragon Soul Mercenary Group's base and sped towards the Star Dou Great Forest.
With Dugu Bo, the Titled Douluo, by their side, the group had no concerns in the Star Dou Great Forest and pressed on.
Within seven days, they had already entered the area where ten-thousand-year soul beasts roamed.
Arriving at a deep cave, Xiao Zhan stepped forward and pointed to the entrance.
"Master, this is it. A Golden Tyrannosaurus with a cultivation base exceeding twenty thousand years.
" "This is also the only golden dragon-type soul beast we've discovered in recent years." Lin
Xiao nodded. No surprise appeared
on his face. Xiao Zhan had already reported the information about this soul beast on the way.
This golden Tyrannosaurus also belonged to the Earth Dragon clan, but its bloodline was no different.
Its specialties were its immense strength and astonishing attack power.
In particular, the pair of golden Sky-Splitting Claws on its forelimbs could easily tear through space.
While similar in function to the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, its power was significantly greater.
Both its age and attributes perfectly matched the requirements for his fourth soul ring.
Without stopping for long, the group entered the cave directly.
The light inside suddenly dimmed, and the sound of footsteps echoed clearly off the empty rock walls.
(End of this chapter)