Chapter 143: The Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon
After basically resolving the potential issue with Dugu Bo and leaving a backup for the sect, Yang Xiong followed Lin Gong and the others as they left.
With Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi both being experts in poison research, the two of them should be able to sort things out.
However, when Lin Gong and Yang Wudi looked at Dugu Bo, they couldn't help but think of him as a big fool. Considering the current situation, Yang Xiong had brought so many spirit herbs that had probably been taken from Dugu Bo's medicinal garden. Unfortunately, Dugu Bo, with all his treasures, was oblivious to it, while Yang Xiong had benefitted from it all.
In just one day, Yang Xiong and Lin Gong arrived at the core area of the Star Dou Forest, preparing for Yang Xiong to hunt for his fifth soul ring.
According to Yang Xiong's plan, the fifth soul ring needed to be around 30,000 to 40,000 years old, with the best attributes being fire and water. If other attributes of top-tier soul beasts were found, they could also be considered.
After absorbing his fourth soul ring, Yang Xiong had already begun to master wood, earth, and metal attribute energies. Most notably, when he combined these three energies into his Spiral Pill, it seemed to have undergone a qualitative change.
Not only had the power of the Spiral Pill increased significantly, but the three attributes didn't merge smoothly. Instead, they created a repulsive force, making the collision of different elemental energies seem as if they might explode.
Even his internal organs seemed to have grown stronger, especially his spleen, which seemed to have been enhanced. His body's tolerance was slightly improved, aligning with the earth attribute's resistance capabilities.
To find a suitable soul ring, they had to head to the core area of the Star Dou Forest, where the best soul beasts resided.
Yang Xiong had also considered going to other soul beast forests. From his calculations, the best fire attribute soul beasts should be in volcanic regions, while the best water attribute soul beasts would likely be in the sea or the ice-bound forests in the far north.
Yang Xiong and Lin Gong soon arrived at the core area of the Star Dou Forest.
They were extremely cautious, as the area was teeming with dangers. Even Lin Gong didn't dare be careless with his power here.
As for Yang Xiong's choice of soul ring, Lin Gong no longer wanted to comment. Yang Xiong seemed to have broken his expectations time and again, and if he asked again, it might be a bit of a slap to the face.
After searching the Star Dou Forest for more than ten days, Yang Xiong finally found a soul beast that was perfect for him.
They were in a very unusual canyon, where the ground was completely charred. The sky was overcast, which seemed odd compared to the dense forests they had passed through. Even the creatures were sparse.
The air seemed thick with terrifying thunder elements, and after quietly approaching, Yang Xiong and Lin Gong discovered a massive cave. Inside, a soul beast over thirty meters long was resting.
It was a dragon, a Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon, its body crackling with lightning, and its eyes glowing a blood-red color. No wonder the environment around it was so strange.
Yang Xiong stared at the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon, knowing that the thunder attribute was one of the most destructive forces, and it could only be found in the Star Dou Forest. Otherwise, this soul beast would likely have been hunted long ago.
From the dragon's size, Yang Xiong deduced that this Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon was about 42,000 years old. It was an elite among soul beasts and possessed terrifying power, probably on par with the top-tier soul beasts. It could even fight against any soul beast below 100,000 years.
Lin Gong's lips twitched. "Yang Xiong, do you overestimate yourself a little? This Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon is 42,000 years old, and with its dragon bloodline and attributes, it could even serve as the seventh or even the eighth soul ring for the Blue Electric Tyrant Dragon family."
Yang Xiong smiled. "That's exactly why I want it to be my fifth soul ring. If it weren't this strong, I wouldn't even consider it."
The Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon had both a powerful bloodline and was a pure power-type soul beast with the strongest thunder attribute. It was a top-tier soul beast.
Lin Gong shook his head helplessly before quietly approaching the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon.
Suddenly, Lin Gong erupted with power, summoning the Purple Bamboo and his eight soul rings, and without hesitation, he used his second soul skill: Purple Bamboo Ten Thousand Strikes.
Countless sharp Purple Bamboos shot out from the ground, each one so sharp it seemed to want to pierce the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon. The spikes formed by the Purple Bamboo were coated in a faint purple aura, likely to corrode the enemy's defenses.
The Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon reacted incredibly quickly. In an instant, it sensed danger, and its entire body was covered in thunder. After colliding with the Purple Bamboo, the bamboo shattered into ashes and failed to pierce its skin.
Even Lin Gong was somewhat surprised by the strength of the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon's attack and defense. Although his second soul skill was somewhat experimental, Lin Gong was a Soul Douluo-level expert, and even his normal attacks weren't so easily blocked.
Moreover, thunder attribute could counter nearly all attributes.
The Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon became enraged, and it swiped its massive claws toward Lin Gong. Even though Lin Gong summoned countless Purple Bamboos, under the overwhelming thunder, the bamboo quickly darkened and became brittle, eventually being pierced by a claw.
Yang Xiong was shocked; this was the first time he had seen Lin Gong's Purple Bamboo shattered. His perception of the beast had been completely overturned.
However, Lin Gong wasn't scared. He once again summoned countless Purple Bamboos, each one like a sword, striking toward the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon. As the dragon approached, all the Purple Bamboos exploded, creating a terrifying blast. Even the powerful Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon was blown back.
This was Lin Gong's fourth soul skill: Purple Bamboo Explosion. Though it was only a thousand-year soul skill, its power was astonishing.
The Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon seemed to have been further enraged. It let out a massive dragon roar and swung its enormous tail toward Lin Gong, as if it were a thunderous force.
Lin Gong sneered, and his seventh soul ring glowed, activating his seventh soul skill: Purple Bamboo True Body.
In an instant, countless massive purple bamboos appeared in the sky. Not only were they extremely sharp, but they also became incredibly thick. Lin Gong's power seemed to surge at that moment.
The battle between one man and one dragon was incredibly intense. Even with Lin Gong's Soul Douluo-level power, he wasn't able to gain a significant advantage in the short term.
Half an hour later, Lin Gong slowly started to gain the upper hand. Yang Xiong had not expected the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon to be this strong. He wished he had brought more experts with him.
Finally, after the battle ended, the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon collapsed, barely alive, while Lin Gong was exhausted, even having to use his eighth soul skill.
Yang Xiong quickly took out a Dragon Ginseng Leaf and gave it to Lin Gong.
Lin Gong sighed in relief. "You little brat have a lot of hidden things. I didn't expect you to have something like the Dragon Ginseng Leaf."
"However, you must understand that the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon is far stronger than we imagined. It might be unbeatable among soul beasts under 100,000 years."
"Especially with its thunder attribute, which is one of the most domineering energies in the world. I estimate that even if the Blue Electric Tyrant Dragon family came, they'd need at least their seventh soul ring to absorb it."
Yang Xiong's eyes showed determination. "Teacher Lin, I have great confidence in myself. I believe this Thunder Dragon is perfect for me. I don't want to miss this opportunity."
Lin Gong sighed. "You little brat always pursues the best soul rings. I can barely handle this Thunder Dragon, but next time, it won't be so easy. I can't even imagine what the age of your last few soul rings will be."
Yang Xiong smiled. "I've already planned it. If it comes to it, I'll bring more people. And Teacher Lin, you're already at level 89. If you break through to Title Douluo, your power should increase significantly."
Lin Gong gave a bitter smile. "Alright, I suspect you're a reincarnation of some monster. I just hope that this arrogance won't harm you."
Yang Xiong didn't hesitate and quickly approached the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon.
Given its 40,000-year age and tough defenses, even Yang Xiong wasn't sure he could break through it with all his strength.
But at that moment, Yang Xiong wanted to test the true power of his Spiral Pill.
He gathered a Spiral Pill the size of a basketball. Originally light blue, it began to incorporate gold, green, and earthy yellow colors as Yang Xiong infused his energy.
The three energies swirled rapidly within the Spiral Pill, creating violent collisions that made the pill unstable, emitting sharp tearing sounds.
When Yang Xiong pushed his soul power to the limit, he struck the Thunder Dragon's head with all his might.
The Spiral Pill hit the Thunder Dragon's head and exploded, sending Yang Xiong flying back over ten meters.
Even more so, his right hand was in excruciating pain, as though his arm was about to be torn apart.
The Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon fared even worse. The attack, aimed at its eyes, shattered them into pieces. Its massive head was also torn open, spilling brain matter and blood, with a massive black soul ring appearing on its body.
Lin Gong was equally shocked. "Little Xiong, your move is quite interesting. I didn't expect this kind of trick. I'm wondering, if you manage to break through to Title Douluo, will this technique have the power of a 100,000-year soul skill?"
Yang Xiong couldn't help but laugh. "100,000-year soul skill? If it doesn't even have the power of a 100,000-year soul skill, then why would I study it?"
Lin Gong was speechless. Yang Xiong certainly liked to brag a bit, but did he really know the power of a 100,000-year soul skill?
Yang Xiong walked over to the Crimson Blood Thunder Dragon's side, sat down, and prepared to absorb the soul ring.
Sure enough, as Yang Xiong drew the Thunder Dragon's soul ring to his martial soul, a massive surge of energy flooded through his body. It felt like he was surrounded by thunder. Every cell and bone seemed to be attacked by lightning, instantly paralyzing him.
The terrifying energy surged into his body, and his originally silver skin turned black as though it had been struck by lightning.
(END CHAPTER)
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