The morning sun glinted through the dense clouds hanging above Bai Tian Long's courtyard, casting streaks of gold across the stone floor. Dew still clung to the leaves, the air fresh with the scent of earth and damp grass. The early hours were usually silent in this part of the Bai Family estate, but today, an invisible tension lingered in the atmosphere like an approaching storm.
White Fang had returned.
The massive, pale-scaled serpent slithered across the yard with uncanny silence, the light catching against its glossy hide. Coiled partially around itself, its gleaming body reflected faint glimmers of spiritual light—a result of the enormous changes brewing within. Bai Tian Long stood beside the silent lion cub, Little Yan, who observed the serpent curiously, a subtle growl rising in his throat. White Fang coughed, and something large dropped from its mouth—
A serpent's corpse. The slain body of the Sea Serpent with latent dragon bloodline, dragged all the way from the wild forest.
Bai Tian Long gave a rare smile.
"This will do nicely."
He waved his hand, and several more objects appeared beside the corpse: a vial of Black Fang Cobra blood essence, the small demon hatchling corpse of the same cobra species, and a glittering Pure Blue Water Jade, nearly the size of a football, brimming with spiritual energy.
Little Yan tilted his head, sensing something important was about to occur. Bai Tian Long knelt before White Fang and whispered, "Eat them all. Today, you rise."
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The Devouring Begins
White Fang's slitted eyes narrowed. With practiced precision and unearthly calm, it first coiled around the corpse of the Sea Serpent. With a single jerk of its jaws, the massive body began to slide into its gullet. Bones cracked, and scales ground against teeth as the predator consumed its draconic prey.
Even before it had fully swallowed the Sea Serpent, White Fang turned its attention to the Black Fang Cobra hatchling. The smaller body disappeared in moments.
Last came the vial of blood and the Water Jade.
As the Pure Blue Water Jade dissolved in a halo of light, spiritual mist poured into White Fang's body. Its scales shimmered, trembled, then cracked. The air around it rippled violently.
White Fang lifted its head and hissed—a deep, ancient sound that echoed across the courtyard.
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System Notification
[System Alert!]
Split-Soul Avatar has met evolution conditions.
Beginning first Devouring Evolution.
Evolution catalysts:
1x Mortal Beast Corpse – Sea Serpent (Draconic Variant)
1x Demon Hatchling Beast Corpse – Black Fang Cobra
1x Demon Beast Bloodline Sample – Black Fang Cobra Blood Essence
1x First Order Spiritual Object – Pure Blue Water Jade
Calculating evolution path...
Bloodline Fusion successful.
Dragon Essence detected. Assimilating...
Soul Integration: 94%... 98%... 100% Complete.
[Congratulations! Your Avatar 'White Fang' has undergone its First Evolution!]
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The Evolution
The courtyard pulsed with violent qi. White Fang's body trembled as a surge of energy forced its way through his serpentine form. Veins lit up along its body like channels of molten blue and green. The thick white scales darkened at the edges and shimmered with draconic glow.
Bai Tian Long stepped back, shielding his face as the backlash of spiritual energy lashed outward.
White Fang rose.
From his previous 4-meter form, the boa surged in length, twisting in pain and power as his body expanded. Muscles rippled beneath shifting skin, bones audibly grinding as they restructured. The 6-meter mark passed, then 8… and finally, at 10.3 meters, the transformation stabilized.
From his head, small budding horns had begun to rise, signifying the presence of true dragon lineage. His eyes, once pale and clouded, now glowed with emerald light. The aura emanating from him was enough to make even demon beasts tremble.
Bai Tian Long whispered, "A dragon boa... A real one."
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White Fang – Status After Evolution
• Name: White Fang
• Species: Poison Water Dragon Boa (White Variant)
• Rank: 1st Order Demon Servant Beast
• Length: 10.3 meters
• Soul Signature: Mixed – Human–Beast Hybrid Soul
• Core Evolution: First Devouring Evolution Completed
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Innate & Acquired Talents
1. Poison Affinity – Rank D
Evolved through the fusion of Black Fang Cobra bloodline and natural toxicity.
Precision venom control
Synthesizes multiple toxins
Corrosive poison disrupts qi flow
2. Rapid Movement – Rank D
Result of demonic transformation combined with Flickering Shadow Step Technique.
Boosts speed by 150% for short bursts
Grants glide-like agility in close-range combat
3. Close Combat Mastery – Rank D
Born from combat, soul fusion, and human influence.
Learns hand-to-hand and coil-based styles 2x faster
Adapts to opponent techniques in real-time
4. Dragon Spiritual Eyes – Rank D
Gained through awakening of the serpent's Draconic essence.
See spiritual qi flow
Detect weaknesses and fear
Limited spiritual insight
5. Devouring Evolution – Rank E
Enhanced after consuming draconic and demonic elements.
Can devour 1st Order and some 2nd Order beings for evolution
Unlocks trait refinement and spiritual transformation
6. Dragon Might – Signature Trait
Mark of one touched by pure dragon bloodline.
Terrifies lower beasts
Draws attention from true dragons and ancient beings
7. Water Affinity – Rank E
Formed through ingestion of Pure Blue Water Jade.
Enhances swimming, breath-holding, and aquatic qi control
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Aftermath
Bai Tian Long knelt beside the new White Fang and placed a hand on its cold, dense scales.
"You've become something... terrifying."
He could feel it clearly—the feedback from White Fang was immense. The soul-link now coursed with a density and purity far surpassing that of Little Yan's connection. It was no longer just a summoned creature; it was an extension of his will, his spirit, and even his evolution.
White Fang coiled around itself and lowered its head in reverence. The emerald eyes sparkled with intelligence and loyalty.
Little Yan stood beside them, growling softly. Though younger, he sensed instinctively that this beast was now far stronger than before. Yet he didn't back away. A competitive glint sparkled in his eyes.
Bai Tian Long noticed and smiled. "Don't worry, Little Yan. You'll catch up. Both of you will rise together."
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On the Mountain
Far away, at the highest peak of the Bai Family's training range, Jiang Chen stood with a few disciples. His spiritual sense casually swept over the land.
He frowned. "That kid's snake just evolved… and the qi burst wasn't small."
Behind him, Wu Lin, the Fighting Saint Monkey in human form, yawned lazily.
"Ugh, this is boring. I'm taking Bai Tian Feng out for a walk. Can't just sit around watching the brat grow slowly."
Jiang Chen gave a wry smile. "You say that, but you've been watching him every day."
Wu Lin stretched and looked over the edge.
"Well, can't help it. He's more fun than most. Even if that snake is just a normal avatar. The fusion was… interesting, though."
"Hmph. Then I guess I'll wait a bit longer before messing with him." Wu Lin vanished into the mist with a lazy chuckle. "But tell that brat—he'd better not embarrass us next time."
Jiang Chen nodded, then turned his attention back toward the Bai estate, watching as a new piece of destiny unfurled.
To be continued...