Bei Chen kept a close eye on Sword Douluo's expression, and he already had his answer in mind.
It seems that Sword Douluo intends to agree to let him absorb a higher-age spirit ring.
Upon thinking of this, Bei Chen could not hide his joy, having gained simplified experience in absorbing his first soul ring.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the pain of absorbing all the spirit rings will be simplified into a similar outcome.
It's just a pity that, if he had the opportunity, he really intended to absorb all of his spirit rings to the 100,000-year level.
However, Sword Douluo alone could not successfully kill a 100,000-year-old soul beast.
In addition, there are very few 100,000-year-old soul beasts that are currently known to exist on the entire continent.
Bei Chen could only sigh inwardly, thinking that at worst he could wait until he had cultivated the Ancient Tree of Life Martial Soul to the Ninth Realm.
He would travel the entire continent in search of 100,000-year-old soul beasts, and also attach soul rings of over 100,000 years to all of his second martial souls.
[Congratulations, host, on successfully absorbing your first spirit ring! Your strength has been greatly enhanced. Reward: Simplified opportunity +2.]
At that moment, the system's sweet voice rang in Bei Chen's mind.
"By the way, Xiao Chen, what is your first soul skill? Is it a healing soul skill?"
Suddenly, Sword Douluo spoke up, interrupting Bei Chen's excitement.
Sword Douluo was very curious about Beichen's first soul skill, after all, the first soul ring was over three thousand years old, and the soul skill that was born from it must be very powerful.
"Yes, my first soul skill is Leaf of Life, which has top-notch healing power. It uses the Leaf of Life from the Ancient Tree of Life as a medium to heal people."
"The more soul power used, the greater the life force carried by the Leaf of Life, and the better the healing effect."
Bei Chen slowly explained the specific effects of his first soul skill to Sword Douluo.
He was extremely satisfied with his first soul skill; the effect of the Leaf of Life was not limited to any single factor.
The amount of soul power he exerts determines the healing power of the Tree of Life.
"Very good, it is indeed a very powerful soul skill. This trip was worthwhile."
Sword Douluo was overjoyed when he heard about the specific effects of Beichen's soul skill.
Even the ancient trees of life that haven't acquired soul rings can still shake the hidden injuries within their bodies that have remained unhealed for many years.
The life tree that has already absorbed the first spirit ring must possess immense healing power; it must be far from simple.
As for the specific therapeutic effects, they will have plenty of time to test its power once they return to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
The most urgent task now is to obtain the last two soul rings for Beichen.
The longer you stay in the Star Dou Great Forest, the more dangerous it becomes.
"Let's go, Xiao Chen, I'll take you to get the remaining two soul rings."
"But you must remember that if you cannot withstand a high age of spirit rings, you should stop in time and not force yourself to avoid causing irreparable damage."
Sword Douluo, seemingly lost in thought, spoke solemnly to Bei Chen.
"Grandpa Jian, I understand!"
Upon hearing this, Bei Chen nodded firmly.
...
A moment later, Bei Chen followed Sword Douluo as they quickly traversed the Star Dou Great Forest.
As you venture deeper into the forest, the inner perimeter becomes increasingly quiet, damp, and dark.
The aura of ten-thousand-year-old soul beasts occasionally flashes through the air. Soul beasts containing life attributes are extremely rare, and those of high age almost always live deep within the Star Dou Great Forest.
"Huh?"
Sword Douluo, who was always attentive to his surroundings, was the first to discover a type of soul beast, which was also a plant-type soul beast.
In the distance stood a gigantic tree, its emerald green trunk supporting its lush branches and leaves.
The willow leaves drooped naturally, like stars in the night sky, standing out brightly in the dim environment.
The most obvious thing is the powerful life force emanating from its branches and leaves, which constantly nourishes the area where it lives.
Many spirit beasts lived around it, lying quietly on the ground, enjoying the nourishment of life force.
"Xiao Chen, this is a Three-Life Willow. Its exact age is about eight thousand years. This is the soul ring that best matches the Martial Soul of the Ancient Tree of Life that we have found so far."
"So? Is it perfect as your second spirit ring? Are you confident?"
Sword Douluo unleashed astonishing sword energy from his eyes, carefully examining the Three Lives Willow in front of him. After repeated confirmation, he learned the exact age of the willow tree.
So he planned to let Beichen absorb the soul ring, his eyes filled with deep worry.
This is a spirit ring that is over 8,000 years old, and the pressure it generates should not be underestimated.
I wonder if Beichen's body can withstand it.
"Sure, if I really can't take it, I'll have to trouble Grandpa Jian to help me out."
Upon hearing this, Bei Chen nodded decisively and said with a serious expression.
In his heart, however, he looked down on this spirit ring.
Previously, due to my improved strength, the system rewarded me with two simplification opportunities.
It's likely that after he finishes absorbing his second soul ring, the system will reward him with several more simplification opportunities.
In this way, he can absorb all three spirit rings without any pain.
"Standing behind me, this Three-Life Willow not only possesses top-tier healing power, but also a very vicious trick."
"That means it can kill soul beasts with its sharp willow leaves and take the opportunity to deprive the other soul beasts of their life force."
"I hope that after you absorb this soul ring, you will be able to obtain the two abilities of the Three Lives Willow. Even if you obtain either one, it will be an extremely rare soul skill."
Sword Douluo pulled Beichen behind him. If the Three-Life Willow Tree accidentally injured Beichen when he wasn't paying attention, it would be troublesome.
"Uh-huh!"
Bei Chen answered honestly, standing behind Sword Douluo, secretly hoping that he could obtain the two abilities of the Three Lives Willow.
Both the power of healing and the power of taking away life are extremely powerful soul skills.
"Seven Killing Sword!"
The next moment, Sword Douluo shouted, and a light blue longsword appeared in his right hand, exuding a strong killing intent.
Nine soul rings rose up in succession beneath his feet.
Yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, black.
Fourth Soul Skill: Unleashed Killing Intent!
The fourth spirit ring shone brightly, and a Seven Kill Sword floated in front of Sword Douluo.
A blade, incredibly sharp, split off from the body of the Seven Kill Sword.
"Buzz!"
As the Seven Kill Sword in front of Sword Douluo trembled violently, the sword energy in front of him, carrying a loud whooshing sound, suddenly stabbed towards the Three Lives Willow in front of him.
"Boom!"
Sensing the chilling sword energy, the soul beast guarding the Three Lives Willow was so frightened that it ran away in a flash.
The verdant Three Lives Willow seemed to sense the crisis, and its huge leaves began to sway wildly.
"call out!"
Just as Sword Douluo's sword energy was about to pierce the Three Lives Willow, the dense branches and leaves, accompanied by a terrifying whipping sound, resounded throughout the area, and then suddenly clashed with Sword Douluo's sword energy.