Oscar spread his black wings and dove straight into the massive, shadowy portal.
As he entered, the gate silently closed, and the terrifying pressure slowly faded away, as if it had never existed.
The Titan Giant Ape turned to his elder brother. "Big brother, do you think the appearance of the venerable being inside has something to do with Senior's Soul Spirit method?"
The Azure Bull Python stared at the now-calm Star Moon Lake, his eyes deep. "Aside from that, I can't think of another reason. The Soul Spirit method has given us soul beasts a unique way to survive."
"With Senior and his group of gifted companions, we may even be able to reach that realm."
"Perhaps this era will be the closest we've ever come to it. I believe the venerable one inside can see that even more clearly than we can."
The three Ant Emperors nodded in agreement.
Even the ancestor of the soul beasts had appeared,this matter was clearly of great importance.
The Azure Bull Python only hoped that Senior and the venerable being inside would not fall out.
Meanwhile, Oscar found himself in a pitch-black space. At the end of it was a faint light, seemingly the only exit.
At that moment, two massive golden eyes appeared in the void once more, gazing straight at him.
Oscar looked up, calm and silent, not asking a single question.
After a long while, the indifferent voice from before sounded again. "You certainly have patience."
Oscar smiled faintly. "Although I'm human and you are a soul beast, as living beings of this continent, you are my elder. And since Da Ming and Er Ming respect you so much, I believe you mean me no harm."
The golden eyes stared at him for a moment, then closed. "Come in."
Oscar glanced toward the light and flapped his wings, flying toward it.
When he passed through, he found himself at the foot of a vast mountain range. Not far ahead stood a towering figure nearly three meters tall, with a burly body, black dragon horns, and golden eyes radiating unmatched dominance.
Oscar immediately guessed who he was.
The man stepped toward him. Each step seemed casual, yet in an instant he was standing right before Oscar.
"My name is Di Tian. This space was constructed with special power. I believe you already know why you've been invited here?" Di Tian said calmly.
Oscar raised his head slightly. "The Soul Spirit method? It seems you have indeed been watching me."
Di Tian's expression barely changed. "A human who genuinely cooperates with soul beasts is worth our attention."
Oscar smiled. "So, my appearance here means I've passed your test?"
Di Tian nodded. "I've seen everything you've done over the years. That's why my master wishes to speak with you."
He paused and sighed. "Perhaps you are the only human capable of changing everything,or at least the first I've met."
Oscar thought for a moment. "Then let's go."
Di Tian frowned slightly. "Aren't you curious about who we are or whom you're going to meet?"
Oscar walked toward the mountains. "I am, but since you called me here, you'll tell me what I need to know. There's no need to ask unnecessarily."
Di Tian watched his carefree figure, his eyes flashing faintly. "Truly worthy of being the creator of the Soul Spirit method. Such calmness is rare."
Oscar glanced at the vast mountains. "Where to?"
Di Tian's eyelid twitched, and he reached out his hand. Oscar suddenly felt darkness swallow him, leaving no chance to resist.
When light returned, he was in a large chamber roughly a hundred square meters in size. In the ceiling was a circular opening ten meters wide, through which sunlight poured in, filling the room with light.
There were no decorations, only numerous multicolored crystals. Beneath the opening stood a shimmering silver dragon-shaped crystal.
As Di Tian and Oscar entered, faint waves of soul power pulsed from the dragon crystal.
Di Tian knelt on one knee, hand to chest. "My lord, this is Oscar, the creator of the Soul Spirit method."
Oscar raised an eyebrow. Someone Di Tian addressed so respectfully could only be the Silver Dragon King of the Star Dou Great Forest.
As Di Tian finished speaking, a graceful figure appeared within the dragon crystal. The crystal itself seemed to come alive, taking on a human form.
She stood about one meter seventy-eight, wearing a flowing silver-white gown that shimmered like moonlight. Her beauty was peerless, her figure commanding,this was the Silver Dragon King, manifesting through a trace of her soul power within the crystal.
Her bare, jade-like feet hovered just above the ground, her eyes level with Oscar's.
"Di Tian, serve tea," she said softly, her voice gentle yet dignified.
Di Tian rose and took out a fine tea set from a soul device, preparing tea like a trained attendant.
This was a practice he had learned from the human world,nobles often discussed matters over tea to appear more refined.
The Silver Dragon King gestured gracefully toward the tea table. "Please, sit."
Oscar nodded slightly. "It seems you've learned quite a bit from the human world. You're not as isolated as I thought."
Once he sat down, the Silver Dragon King took her seat opposite him. Di Tian respectfully pulled out a chair for her.
"You seem to know me," she said, looking at him with mild surprise.
Oscar met her gaze. "If I'm not mistaken, your true form is the Silver Dragon King,half of the Dragon God who once split into two, correct?"
The Silver Dragon King raised an eyebrow. "Oh? It seems you know more than most. No wonder you could create the Soul Spirit method."
She smiled faintly. "And the reason you dared to come here must be because this is just one of your avatars, isn't it?"
Oscar wasn't surprised she saw through him. "Yes,and no."
"I came because I wished to meet the true leader of the Star Dou Great Forest. You called me here to cooperate, didn't you? Naturally, I had to show some sincerity."
The two continued talking, their tone casual, as if chatting about everyday matters.
The Silver Dragon King didn't seem to mind his human identity at all, answering whatever he asked as if he were one of them.
Oscar couldn't help but ask, "Don't soul beasts hate humans? Why don't you seem to dislike me?"
The Silver Dragon King smiled. "Because I bear the fate of the entire Star Dou Great Forest,of all soul beasts."
"And you are the only hope I see."
"Since you already know my identity, I'll speak frankly. When I first fled to the Douluo Continent, I searched the human world for a way to recover my vitality but found none. So I returned here to wait for the right moment."
"I thought I'd never regain my former glory,until you appeared."
"We've watched you for a long time. Once we were sure your intentions were genuine, I decided to meet you."
Her eyes grew thoughtful. "Perhaps only through you can our soul beast race rise again."
Oscar now understood her friendly attitude. It seemed he had passed their test.
He nodded. "I came here to hear your thoughts as well."
The Silver Dragon King was slightly surprised. "You're willing to listen to us?"
Oscar smiled. "This is mutual cooperation. The Soul Spirit method is nearly perfected anyway. I came mainly because of you,those so-called fierce beasts."
At the words "fierce beasts," Di Tian looked up sharply, but Oscar continued calmly. "I've already reached an agreement with the three of the Extreme North. I'll reserve spirit ring slots for them."
"When I reach that realm, they'll be able to ascend to the God Realm with me."
"This is the Godmaking Plan."
At those words, the pupils of both the Silver Dragon King and Di Tian contracted sharply. They could hardly believe a human harbored such immense ambition.
Oscar continued calmly. "I'm not the only one in the Godmaking Plan. I've also selected several of the most gifted talents on the continent, all capable of reaching level one hundred. The number is limited, so… first come, first served."
The Silver Dragon King and Di Tian exchanged looks of disbelief. A human with such power?
They had invited him here merely to discuss the Soul Spirit method's future, but now he spoke of creating gods?
Given Oscar's talent and foundation, it might not be impossible.
Both of them were now seeing him in a completely new light.
Most shocking of all was that the fierce beasts of the Extreme North were already cooperating with him.
After a long silence, the Silver Dragon King spoke softly. "It seems you truly came prepared."
Oscar took a sip of tea. "Let's discuss it slowly. Share your thoughts,I believe we'll reach a satisfying result."
…
In Spirit Hall.
Ailan sat in a simple pavilion, sipping fragrant tea. Across from him was the stunning Pope, Bibi Dong.
"Xiao Ao, I called you here today to talk about something," she said gently, her voice soft enough to make one's ears tingle.
Ailan sat like a well-mannered junior. "You're Nana's teacher and my elder. Please, speak freely."
Bibi Dong toyed with a brow pencil. "You've been away from the Sword Sect for over a year, assigned to meaningless tasks. Do you have any resentment?"
Ailan smiled bitterly. "At this point, I've accepted it."
"I agree with Nana's view, but toppling my brother won't be easy."
Bibi Dong nodded thoughtfully. "Oscar is indeed an outstanding heir. Unfortunately, he stands in our way."
She smiled faintly. "Tell me, if he were to suddenly disappear, wouldn't the Sword Sect consider you instead?"
Ailan froze, staring in disbelief. "You mean…"
Bibi Dong nodded. "Yes. A few days ago, your sect's great elder got married, and many powers went to celebrate. Elder Chrysanthemum represented Spirit Hall there."
Ailan frowned. "What does that have to do with Oscar?"
Bibi Dong smiled. "Elder Chrysanthemum made an unexpected discovery. Because of the great elder's new wife, a hidden sect developed a grudge against Oscar. I think we can make use of this."
"However, if we let them assassinate him directly, even if they succeed, they'd be destroyed afterward. That's why we need your involvement."
Ailan's eyes gleamed. "If Oscar dies, the sect will have no choice but to consider me for leadership. I just need to reassure a few people and let them proceed with the assassination…"
Bibi Dong chuckled. "You're as clever as ever."
Ailan frowned slightly. "But if this fails, what about me?"
Bibi Dong refilled his cup. "Don't worry. I'll make all the arrangements. Even if they fail, it won't trace back to you."
Ailan hesitated for a moment, then nodded resolutely. "Please take me to meet them. I'll speak with them personally."
Bibi Dong smiled approvingly and clapped her hands. A tall man wearing a golden dragon mask entered.
Pointing at him, she said, "This is my trusted aide, Yu Long. Go with him."
Ailan nodded. He knew well of the Dragon Master,Bibi Dong's close confidant, now as influential as the Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo duo.
Ailan stood, bowed slightly to Yu Long, and said, "I'll trouble you then, Master Yu Long."
Yu Long smiled faintly. "Come with me."
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