Chapter 144: Revealing the Spirit Soul, Closed-Door Cultivation Plan
"Co-rotational resonance dual soul cores… so that's how it is…"
Bai Lu's eyes carried a thoughtful look.
He had cultivated for many years and only condensed a single soul core.
As for dual soul cores, he understood them, but not completely.
But after observing it now, he had gained insight.
Unfortunately…
"What Qian Daoliu condensed is only co-rotational resonance dual soul cores, not yin-yang complementary dual soul cores."
Bai Lu sighed inwardly.
Though the difference seemed to be merely the rotation direction of the soul cores, the difficulty of condensing them was worlds apart.
After all, in theory, soul power vortices rotating in opposite directions would interfere with each other. Not only would they fail to form a soul power black hole, but with the slightest mistake, the two soul cores would counteract and weaken each other.
It could even lead to failure in condensing the soul cores, damaging one's very foundation!
"It's okay. You're the strongest in the world. Something like yin-yang complementary dual soul cores definitely won't be difficult for you!"
Zhu Zhuqing immediately joined the praise squad, her face full of seriousness, even admiration, as she encouraged Bai Lu.
In her heart, when it came to research and development, Bai Lu was unquestionably number one.
After everything she had experienced, she had already grasped the essence of "lying flat" in research—
Instead of fumbling around on her own, it was better to serve the big boss well, keep him in top condition, and let him carry her to success.
If no one helps me rise, it just means they're not capable!
Maybe she couldn't, but the tiger could!
"Smart girl."
Bai Lu saw through her thoughts at a glance, yet the corners of his lips still lifted slightly.
Being taken seriously by someone fully demonstrated his talent, ability, and value.
"No rush for the dual soul cores. Take it slowly."
"Once I've conquered my other research topics, I'll study it properly."
The priority now was to perfect the spirit soul system and apply it to the undead spirits within the Slaughter Skull bone, enhancing the combat power of the undead army.
"Take your time."
Zhu Zhuqing said to herself softly, then opened her eyes and slowly withdrew her hand.
Qian Daoliu asked calmly, "How does it feel? Did you gain anything?"
"This disciple has benefited greatly. I now have a deeper understanding of condensing a second soul core."
Zhu Zhuqing replied truthfully.
"As long as it helped you."
Qian Daoliu sighed lightly, his expression somewhat melancholic.
"Unfortunately, my cultivation path has reached its end. Otherwise, if I could condense yin-yang complementary soul cores, it might have been even more helpful to you."
But Zhu Zhuqing replied seriously:
"The teacher is not even 150 years old yet. You are still young; this is the time to strive."
For a Limit Douluo like Qian Daoliu, he still had at least seven to eight hundred years remaining to live.
Converted in age, he was practically in his youth, with boundless potential ahead!
"I'm young? You really know how to talk."
Qian Daoliu couldn't help but laugh.
"My body may be young, but my heart has aged."
His gaze turned distant, filled with emotion.
"If I still had the unstoppable drive from when I first broke through rank 99, I would definitely try to condense yin-yang complementary soul cores."
"But now, my sharpness has long been worn down. My spirit is no longer what it once was, so I cannot cross that threshold."
"The path of a strong person is one of relentless forward movement."
"Once you retreat, it becomes nearly impossible to reach the peak again."
Seeing this, Zhu Zhuqing didn't know how to persuade him further and instead said:
"Teacher, Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo intend to join the Douluo Hall. I have already persuaded them."
"Are they truly willing?"
Qian Daoliu looked surprised.
Those two were Bibi Dong's right-hand men, holding real power within Spirit Hall. Why would they easily transfer to the Douluo Hall?
After all, becoming a worship elder meant greater nominal authority but less real power.
"They are willing. I have already persuaded them."
Zhu Zhuqing replied calmly.
"Good, good. This is a good thing."
Qian Daoliu repeatedly praised, not daring to ask how she persuaded them.
He was afraid she would casually say again that she used her fists.
"Besides that, during this time, I have created a brand-new secret technique. I would like the teacher to evaluate it."
Zhu Zhuqing looked at his expression, a hint of a smile flashing in her eyes as she spoke again.
"Oh? Another secret technique?"
Qian Daoliu's eyes lit up with anticipation.
"Go ahead and display it. Let me properly appreciate it!"
"Hell Spirit Cat, possess!"
With a thought, Zhu Zhuqing activated her martial soul.
"Come out, Titan Giant Ape!"
"Roar—"
Her sixth soul ring shone brightly as a small black ape leaped out from it.
Beating its chest, it released its soul power, rapidly expanding to over ten meters tall.
"Roar—"
The moment it returned to the form of the Titan Giant Ape, the terrifying pressure of a hundred-thousand-year soul beast swept across the entire Douluo Hall.
Even Qian Daoliu, who stood closest, felt his heart tremble.
His expression changed. "Th-this is the soul of that Titan Giant Ape?"
"This is a spirit soul. It is formed after making a contract with a soul beast, existing within the spiritual sea and soul ring."
Zhu Zhuqing explained in detail:
"A spirit soul not only grants a soul master a soul ring and soul skills but also retains its own consciousness and power. It can be summoned to fight alongside the user without consuming the soul master's own soul power."
"At present, the technique is not fully perfected. It can only convert ten-thousand-year soul beasts into spirit souls."
As these words fell—
Qian Daoliu's mind shook violently, his face filled with shock.
Compared to dual soul cores, the spirit soul system impacted him far more!
This was not an ordinary cultivation technique but a world-shaking inheritance capable of overturning the entire soul master system of the continent!
"Good! Good! Good!"
Qian Daoliu exclaimed three times, his body trembling with excitement.
"This kind of technique is enough to rewrite the structure of the continent."
"Xiao Qing, you truly are an unparalleled genius, the pride of our Spirit Hall!"
"This technique still needs further research. Teacher, please study how to preserve the origin of a spirit soul's soul."
Zhu Zhuqing did not hide anything. After retracting Er Ming, she shared the method of forming spirit soul contracts with Qian Daoliu.
To her, the spirit soul technique itself was not important.
Because no matter how many spirit souls others had, they could never compare to her army of the undead!
"No problem. Leave that research to me!"
Qian Daoliu readily agreed, speaking gently:
"You've worked hard, Xiao Qing. Go and rest well for now. If you need any resources later, just tell me."
"Teacher, I have one more matter to report."
"Another matter?"
"This disciple wishes to accompany Ghost Douluo on a trip to handle matters regarding the Speed Clan."
Zhu Zhuqing's expression was firm. "After returning, I plan to enter closed-door cultivation for several years and focus on training."
Qian Daoliu had no time to care about the Speed Clan before being caught by her next words.
"Closed-door cultivation for several years? Where do you plan to go?"
Zhu Zhuqing raised her eyes, her gaze sharp, her tone resolute as she spoke eight words:
"Death Canyon, Slaughter City."
"You're certain you want to go to those places?!"
Qian Daoliu's expression changed drastically, his aura turning solemn.
Closed-door cultivation?
Nonsense!
This girl was planning years of devilish training!
Death Canyon and Slaughter City were both among the most dangerous places in the world!
The former was filled with evil soul beasts and countless dangers.
Anyone who entered could die at any moment.
That was still manageable, as he trusted Zhu Zhuqing's strength.
But the real problem was the latter.
Once inside Slaughter City, soul rings would instantly become unusable.
Inside, killing and bloodshed, deceit and betrayal were the norm.
Even a Titled Douluo might not be able to leave unscathed.
However, those who survived could obtain the powerful Death God Domain!
"This disciple is certain."
Zhu Zhuqing showed no hesitation.
"There is no one in this world more suited to that place than me."
Qian Daoliu looked at the determination in her eyes. After a long silence, he finally nodded.
"Very well. Since you've decided, prepare yourself and go."
"When you return, I will cleanse your killing intent with holy light."
"Thank you, teacher!"
End of Chapter
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