Dragon Devouring

The atmosphere in the Spiritual Sea remained calm as the worm, asked Feng Qian to be it's dicpile.

Soon, with calm voice the worm continued and unfolded the revelation about Feng Qian's unique talent, "Your Unique Talent is the rare Dragon Devouring."

Feng Qian stood in awe, absorbing the gravity of the knowledge being imparted to him. The term Dragon Devouring echoed in his mind, stirring a cascade of questions.

"Dragon Devouring? What does it entail?"

The worm continued to explain, "This distinctive ability, exclusive to several beings in the Qilin Race, allows you to forcefully absorb the Soul Cores of dragon kin. Upon ingestion, these dragon cores are purified into Qilin Soul Cores."

Feng Qian envisioned the intricacies of this unique talent. The comprehension he gained from devouring dragon souls granted him access to the abilities inherent in those souls.

"So, by devouring the Dragon Cores, I can not only use their abilities but also strengthen my bloodline... That explains why my status rose so much back then... But why did I only comprehend that ability when Ye Long used it's mysterious ability on me?" Feng Qian thought to himself as he tried to digest the information.

As the pieces of the puzzle fell into place, Feng Qian nodded in understanding even though there were some pieces missing.

However, soon, curiosity spurred him to delve deeper into the intricacies of his newfound ability, "Ancestor, could you elaborate on the process of devouring the Dragon Cores and how it strengthens the bloodline?" Feng Qian asked.

The worm just looked at Feng Qian and said, "You should already have figured out how it works since you've experienced it."

Feng Qian felt a little embarrassed, he certainly already knew that, but he still wanted to know deeper, such as what kind of connection the Qilin had with the Dragon that allowed the Qilin to have such talent.

Seeing the confused Feng Qian, the worm then let out another long sigh, "In this universe you might think the Dragons are the strongest beings because they once ruled the universe..."

"However, that's not entirely true, there is the Bahemoth Race which eats Dragons as their nutrition, there is the Titan Race which can destroy Dragons easily, and there are still many other natural enemies of Dragons, but why do Dragons still come out as the strongest in this universe?"

Feng Qian was startled, It was true that Dragons was the strongest in the stories of this world he read in his past life. However, he didn't expect the worm to suddenly mention it and even complain about it.

Feng Qian gulped and then asked, "Why is that, Ancestor?"

The worm closed its eyes before opening them again and then said in a mysterious voice, "It's all because of my existence!"

Fwosh~~

The words that came out of the worm startled Feng Qian, since these words contained an incomprehensible will that could make everyone amazed as they heard it.

From the worm's words, Feng Qian then realized something, "It's a profound connection, If the Qilin Race is one of the natural enemies of the Dragon Race, then it does not rule out the possibility of the emergence of a natural talent that can bind the strength of the Dragons with the inherent essence of the Qilin." He thought inwardly.

Seeing that Feng Qian was no longer in confusion, the worm then said, "However, as with any formidable ability, there are also setbacks..."

"What are the setbacks of having this Unique Talent, Ancestor?" Feng Qian asked worriedly.

The worm was pleased with Feng Qian's expression and then replied, "Though Dragon Devouring is potent, it comes with risks. If the first core has not fully assimilated and you consume a second Dragon Soul, the repercussions can be fatal."

A shiver ran down Feng Qian's spine as the weight of the revelation sank in. Cold sweat formed on his forehead, a testament to the intensity of the situation.

Feng Qian anxiously asked, "I... I recently devoured a second Dragon Core. Am I going to die?" His voice betrayed a genuine concern, and he awaited the worm's response with bated breath.

The worm with a voice of calm assurance, it said, "You did consume the second Dragon Core while the first had not yet fully assimilated. However, with my presence here, I managed to temporarily seal the second core. You are safe, for now."

A sigh of relief escaped Feng Qian's lips. Gratitude filled his eyes as he looked at the worm.

"I owe you my life, Ancestor. Thank you."

The worm nodded in acknowledgment, and the atmosphere between them shifted. Feng Qian found himself at a crossroads, contemplating the offer laid before him.

The worm with a gentle yet firm voice, spoke, "Young Qilin, the knowledge you seek and the power you possess make you a worthy disciple. Will you accept my guidance?"

Feng Qian's eyes sparkled with a blend of temptation and determination. The prospect of being mentored by the Dragon God himself held an allure that was hard to resist.

Feng Qian in a respectful tone, spoke, "Ancestor, before I give my answer, may I know more about the purpose behind this proposition? Why me?"

The worm gave a profound gaze, and replied, "Your Unique Talent is a rare gift. My intent is to guide you in unlocking your full potential and see what you will achieve in the future..."

The magnitude of the opportunity resonated with Feng Qian. Yet, before he could make a definitive choice, a myriad of thoughts raced through his mind.

"Accepting the guidance of the Dragon God would undoubtedly elevate my power, but is that what I really want?"

He weighed the potential benefits against the uncertainties, seeking clarity within the depths of his own thoughts.

Soon, the worm with a mysterious smile, patiently said "Take your time, Young Qilin... Whatever path you choose, you must not regret it."

Fwoshh~~

Before Feng Qian was about to respond, his consciousness suddenly shifted from his Spiritual Sea as his body began to awaken in the real world.

"Brother!"

Feng Qian could hear his sister, Feng Linlin's voice calling out to him worriedly.