Chapter 238: Soul Ring Requirements

Chapter 238: Soul Ring Requirements

While Du Qianjue and electrolux were deep in discussion, Long Ao Tian and the others, who had finished their match, returned to the hotel. Unsurprisingly, given the formidable strength of the Body Sect team, they had easily crushed their opponents—a team composed of an ordinary advanced soul master academy. The highest level among them was only a Soul King, lacking even a ten-thousand-year soul ring, no match for the prodigies of the Body Sect team.

"It's quite normal for us to return early," Du Qianjue said as he stepped out of his room to greet the returning members of the Body Sect. "Long Ya, come to my room; I have something to discuss with you."

Scratching his head in confusion, Long Ya followed Du Qianjue into his room, while the rest of the team dispersed to their own rooms.

"Young Sect Master, what do you need?" Long Ya asked once inside.

"I need to leave for a while to hunt for soul rings in the Sun Moon Empire, as they have the soul beasts I need. I'll need you to look after everyone while I'm gone," explained Du Qianjue.

"What? You want me to lead the team?" Long Ya pointed to himself, his face a mix of confusion and despair. "Young Sect Master, you're overestimating me. Although I'm now a Titled Douluo, I'm a spirit-type, not very capable in direct combat or protection."

"Why can't you wait until after the tournament to hunt soul beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest? Aren't there far more soul beasts there than in this remote part of the Sun Moon Empire?"

"No, the Star Dou Great Forest doesn't have the soul beasts I need. Only the Sun Moon Empire does," Du Qianjue replied, shaking his head.

The ultimate gold-type soul beasts do exist in the Star Dou Great Forest, but only the Dark Golden Terrifying Bear Clan has them. And normally, only the talented hundred-thousand-year Dark Golden Terrifying Bears, or the common two-hundred-thousand-year fierce beasts, reach the peak of the gold-type attribute.

Given the stubborn nature of Bear Lord, known to defy even Di Tian, convincing him to sacrifice a hundred-thousand-year or two-hundred-thousand-year Dark Golden Terrifying Bear was virtually impossible. For Bear Lord, battles are paramount, and he would not easily sacrifice his clan members without a fight.

Even if Di Tian were forced to intervene, Bear Lord would likely not comply, leading to inevitable conflict.

Therefore, Du Qianjue decided to forgo the Dark Golden Terrifying Bear Clan from the start. While they are indeed formidable, their connection to the gold attribute isn't purely focused on combat. Their use of the gold attribute is limited to their claws for attacking and their fur for defense, rather than a full mastery of the gold attribute.

"Cheer up, you won't need to worry about protecting Long Ao Tian and the others. That's not your concern," Du Qianjue said, seeing Long Ya's downcast expression.

For a moment, Du Qianjue wasn't sure whether to criticize Long Ya's naivety or appreciate his concern for the younger generation of the Body Sect.

Long Ya's expression suddenly changed to a smile, "Could it be that our Body Sect has others in the shadows besides me?"

Spirit-type individuals are indeed quick-witted; Du Qianjue barely hinted before Long Ya grasped the implication of his words.

"It is I."

Aged and calm, the voice echoed in the room as Jin Peng, a tall and robust figure, stepped out from the space.

"Great Elder!" Long Ya was slightly startled, then overjoyed.

This was reassuring! While Du Qianjue 's power was formidable, in Long Ya's eyes, who had never seen Du Qianjue in action, he seemed no more than at the Super Douluo level. But Jin Peng was a genuine Limit Douluo!

With a Limit Douluo present, they could walk sideways across the continent!

Jin Peng nodded at Long Ya, then turned his gaze to Du Qianjue, " Qianjue, do you really need to go hunting in the Sun Moon Empire? Do you need my help?"

"?" A question mark floated above Long Ya's head.

My goodness, I thought the Great Elder would prioritize our competition team, but it seems the Young Sect Master holds a higher place in your heart...

"No need, Uncle Jin Peng, don't you know my strength?" Du Qianjue refused with a smile, "Remember, my power is no less than yours; a mere hundred-thousand-year soul beast won't cause much trouble."

"That's true, I trust in your strength, you could escape if not defeat," Jin Peng mused, stroking his chin, "What kind of soul beast are you planning to hunt?"

"I have some knowledge of the soul beasts in the Sun Moon Empire; state your requirements, and maybe I can provide some advice."

Jin Peng's title was the Golden Body Douluo. Although his connection with the gold attribute wasn't strong, he favored the powerful physical attributes of gold-type soul beasts, thus his spirit rings significantly enhanced his physical strength.

Hearing Du Qianjue's statement, Jin Peng guessed his needs. As the Sun Moon Empire was rich in rare metals—more so than the entire Douluo Continent combined—it naturally had many gold attribute soul beasts.

"The environment nourishes its beings," this saying applies to soul beasts as well.

"Gold attribute soul beasts, hundred-thousand-year level," Du Qianjue stated concisely, confirming Jin Peng's guess.

"Be more specific," Jin Peng nodded.

"The attribute should reach the peak gold level, actually, it must reach the peak gold level. The older, the better. Preference is given to soul beasts with outstanding attribute control abilities over physical strength," Du Qianjue detailed his requirements for the gold attribute soul ring.

Jin Peng's eyes widened in surprise.

"Why don't you hunt the Dark Golden Terrifying Bears in the Star Dou Great Forest? Aren't they quite suitable?" Jin Peng blurted out.

As soon as he finished speaking, he realized his oversight and saw Du Qianjue looking at him as if he were an idiot, causing his old face to turn red.

"Uncle Jin Peng, have you forgotten who was with us when we ambushed Xuan Zi of Shrek?" Du Qianjue choked for a while before asking, confused.

My goodness, have you completely forgotten about Di Tian and Bi Ji?

"Ahem…" Jin Peng coughed awkwardly.

"The Star Dou Great Forest and I have an agreement; for the next few years, if someone from our sect needs to hunt a soul beast over fifty-thousand-year, try not to go to the Star Dou Great Forest or the Extreme North," Du Qianjue reminded Jin Peng, mentioning this past agreement.

These past few years, apart from Long Ya breaking through major levels, others in the sect hunted soul rings mostly below fifty-thousand-year, so Du Qianjue hadn't paid much attention.

And the spirit attribute soul rings that Long Ya needed were hunted in the Evil Forest.

There was no hunting of high-level soul beasts in the Star Dou or the Extreme North, so Du Qianjue had never brought this up.

"Alright, I'll arrange it," Jin Peng nodded.

That battle not only involved Di Tian and Bi Ji, but Jin Peng had also seen the ruler of the Extreme North, the Snow Empress, and he knew she was his Young Sect Master's fiancée.

Without needing Du Qianjue to bring it up, Jin Peng had not allowed anyone from the Body Sect to hunt soul beasts in the Extreme North for the past few years.

Even if the Snow Empress might not mind, the Body Sect couldn't show such an attitude.

"Alright, let's not talk about this. Do you have any soul beasts that meet my requirements?" Du Qianjue asked.

Jin Peng set aside his random thoughts and focused on recalling soul beasts that met Du Qianjue's criteria.

"Golden Wolf Emperor... No, that species pursues physical strength. Golden Devouring Mouse...? No, it doesn't meet the standards..."

Du Qianjue and Long Ya exchanged looks, listening to Jin Peng list various soul beasts as if reading a menu, both filled with admiration for his vast knowledge.

"Got it!" Jin Peng clapped his hands.

"What?!" Du Qianjue and Long Ya asked in unison.

"Golden Dragon Maiden!" Jin Peng chuckled, his eyes twinkling mischievously as he mentioned these four words.

(End of Chapter)