114: Oscar's Third Soul Ability
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A purple soul ring slowly emerged from the body of the weakened cockscomb snake.
Years without mistakes. Everyone was seasoned in hunting soul beasts. Mistakes was almost impossible.
Therefore, Oscar also sat cross-legged, activating his martial soul to draw in the soul ring, attempting absorption.
Though, in theory, Oscar had a better choice for his third spirit ring, but there was uncertainty about discovering that "better choice" if the search continued.
If the search persisted and yielded nothing, Their journey could be likened to drawing water with a leaky basket. Up to now, luck had been on their side.
Whether it was due to the fortune of the Star Dou Great Forest or not, their journey had proceeded smoothly, leading them to a suitable soul beast for Oscar – the Cockscomb Snake.
Of course, the search for the soul beast did consume a considerable amount of time. This was evident by the sun hanging high above. They had set off early in the morning, and it was now already noon.
However, this was perfectly normal. Soul beasts weren't inanimate objects; they couldn't remain stationary for long and be taken down easily. Finding one quickly was considered fortunate.
On the other hand, unexpectedly encountering a soul beast was a "pleasant surprise."
For instance, this unexpected appearance of the cockscomb snake.
Sadly, not all luck was created equal; for the cockscomb snake, its luck might not have been so favorable.
As Oscar absorbed the soul ring, it wasn't possible for everyone to stand idly by. Moreover, what was so interesting about absorbing a soul ring?
Especially when it was a quasi-soul master absorbing a thousand-year soul ring.
Aside from Zao Wou-ki, who stood guard, the rest found cool spots in pairs or groups, patiently awaiting Oscar's completion of the spirit ring absorption.
Of course, among those patiently waiting, there were also those deep in thought.
For instance, Flender.
Oscar's soul ring had been located, while for Hongjun's soul ring, on the other hand...
Frankly, Flender was still undecided.
Every martial soul needed an appropriate soul ring to ensure the soul master's future wouldn't be compromised.
There were instances of soul rings dragging down martial souls, though rare.
Acquiring the nine-headed fire phoenix's soul ring demanded a hybrid phoenix and with a strong fire affinity.
Typical fire-type soul beasts wouldn't suffice. Yet, even capturing a hybrid fire phoenix was no simple feat.
Phoenixes were avian royalty..They were scarce and elusive.
While pursuing a hybrid phoenix might be acceptable, as a mentor, Flender believed he should strive for Hongjun, regardless of the outcome.
Success was uncertain, and Flender, the Soul Sage, couldn't guarantee it. Still, giving it a shot wasn't out of the question.
His finger slid across the map until it rested on a line of text in the center.
The Core region!
Flender sighed in resignation.
A phoenix was a phoenix, after all. If they sought a phoenix, it wasn't practical to search near the volcanic region.
Even a fire-loving phoenix wouldn't settle in a volcano devoid of peaks.
Given the phoenix's status among the beasts, the most likely place for it was the core area of the Star Dou Forest.
Or more accurately, just outside the core. But that was enough to cause Flender a headache. Who knows what secrets might the Star Dou Great Forest's corr area reveal?
Spirit Hall, with numerous Titled Douluo, hadn't dared to test the depths. Even a minor Soul Sage might perish before reaching the core.
As for enlisting Sword Douluo Chen Xin and Bone Douluo Gu Rong to hunt for the soul ring...
Titled Douluo going solo was perilous; leading a group of novices would be tantamount to suicide. The terrain was unfamiliar and notoriously dangerous.
No wonder Flender had struggled for over half a month to identify a suitable soul beast; there were too many limitations.
Glancing at the oblivious Ma Hongjun, Flender pushed his black-rimmed glasses in exasperation.
Time flies.
As the sun gradually descended from its zenith and shifted to the opposite side of the sky, the purple soul ring encircling Oscar's body began to fade. Oscar, who had been seated cross-legged, slowly opened his eyes. Three soul rings—two yellow and one purple—immediately emerged.
From this point forward, he was no longer merely a powerful Soul Grandmaster. He had become a newly-awakened Soul Elder.
Seeing this, everyone around gathered.
Their intent wasn't solely focused on the appearance of the purple soul ring, but rather on witnessing Oscar's third soul ability.
Auxiliary soul masters' unique abilities always garnered attention.
Even Chen Xin and Gu Rong couldn't resist casting inquisitive glances.
Noticing that everyone's attention was directed towards him to some degree, Oscar opted not to maintain his secrecy any longer. Uttering a peculiar soul incantation, he conjured a distinctly shaped sausage into his hand.
"My third soul skill, the Extremely Fast Flying Mushroom Sausage, has fully inherited the essence of this thousand-year-old cockscomb snake," Oscar proudly declared.
"This mushroom sausage grants the user the ability to fly at the speed of a thousand-year-old cockscomb snake for one minute. The flight distance can exceed two kilometers."
Oscar's introduction resonated with pride.
As anticipated, his revelation surprised everyone present.
However, Lu Yuan remained unaffected. Having already read the original work upon his arrival, he was merely witnessing the repetition of fate.
Furthermore, this particular soul skill wasn't as remarkable as it might seem.
While the notion of flying at the speed of a thousand-year-old cockscomb snake for a minute, spanning over two kilometers, sounded impressive, viewed from another angle, the skill lacked practicality.
It was tasteless to consume, yet too valuable to discard. This world adhered to unique rules.
Ordinary soul masters could only walk on air upon reaching the rank of Titled Douluo. But...
Lu Yuan's gaze nonchalantly swept across the assembly. Who present would not eventually become a Titled Douluo?
Ning Fengzhi's constraint was attributed to his Martial Soul. Otherwise, he might have touched the threshold of Titled Douluo.
As for the Cockscomb snake, it couldn't rely on its own speed to escape Chen Xin. How fast could it truly go?
The advantage of flight was forfeited.
The advantage of speed was lost.
The time window was too brief.
In the later stages, Oscar's third soul ability proved nearly inconsequential. Even for travel, it was unremarkable.
In an instant, Lu Yuan found himself wishing for Ning Rongrong's Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda.
Though the percentage increase might sound unimpressive, and its early stages lack potency, in later stages, no soul skill would be in vain.
However...
Lu Yuan briefly glanced at the smiling yet silent Ning Fengzhi, then turned away with an expressionless face.
Different paths, divergent outcomes. He lacked the allure to persuade Ning Rongrong to accompany him. He doubted he could outwit the cunning Ning Fengzhi.
Relying on the unalterable plot, he felt confident. However, in the present moment, that confidence wavered.
Nonetheless, adhering to his strategy of taking one step and foreseeing three steps, he seemed to be transforming into a new antagonist.
His thoughts briefly strayed, but Lu Yuan quickly refocused. Observing Xiao Wu's somewhat melancholic state beside him, he gently squeezed her soft, pale hand to provide comfort.
Growth was an essential part of life.
In the world, there was no clear right or wrong—only perspectives, good, and bad.
Much like this cockscomb snake.
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