Chapter 246: Chapter 233: Super Route Investiture of the Gods! Ten Thousand Souls Ridge, First Master Soul, Soul-Calming Bell!!_2
The Flesh and Blood Willow Tree’s remains, its bone ash still scattering, quickly transformed into an expanse of ash-white snow. The flurry of snow swirled, coalescing into a roiling white mist that was sucked into the Soul-Calling Banner.
Under this Mighty Power, the entire domain of the Netherworld severed its connection with the Nether River. It was rapidly stripped away, revealing ghastly white bone relics and flesh remnants, which were also absorbed.
This strange and spectacular scene not only shocked the surviving pawns but also intimidated the various Alien Races of the White Tower.
It... it actually absorbed an entire domain of the Netherworld! Is it after this Secret Realm for cultivating ’Beasts’?! Could it be? Was slaying the Flesh and Blood Willow Tree, the guardian of this Netherworld, also for this reason?! Resources from a Secret Realm capable of nurturing ’Beasts’ were coveted by the powerhouses of major factions. But alas, they lacked the King of Black Robes’ Mighty Power to personally venture to the Nether River, slay the Lord of the Underworld, and then also possess the means to claim the Secret Realm. What could they do? They could only reveal expressions of helpless envy.
Watching others acquire a Secret Realm and make a fortune was more painful than being utterly ruined themselves.
"The King of Black Robes... will be a distinguished guest of our Morgan family."
Prince Morgan took a deep breath, made a decision, and announced it.
Although the ancient Ancestral Race did not fear him, forming an alliance with a Forbidden existence would benefit the family.
Moreover, time-attribute Forbidden existences were extremely rare. Supported by twelve Ancient Gods of time, they were surely not simple.
"Within the Werewolf domain, the King of Black Robes is welcome to visit."
A Radiant Moon-level Werewolf powerhouse was also unwilling to fall behind. He felt that the King of Black Robes, at first sight, appeared to be a benevolent individual, a natural friend to Werewolves.
「...」
Success.
Chu Yi sensed a cool feeling emanating from the human skin. It spread throughout his body, tempering his internal organs and every inch of him. The primary focus was on his soul, significantly enhancing his perception.
Meanwhile, a mass of black mist surged. It birthed a small flying dragon, which transformed in his hand into an ancient soul banner.
It still used bone as its pole, piled section upon section. Yet, it was entirely crimson and surrounded by a billowing pillar of smoke, resembling a Blood Dragon heralding misfortune. The stacked bones held a blood-colored banner, flawless and engraved with numerous seals consecrated with dragon’s blood.
On either side, scarlet satin fluttered, intricately embroidered and splendid.
Looking up, it was no longer sinister and eerie but instead splendid and regal.
Only Chu Yi knew that this banner contained earth-shattering power, strengthened more than tenfold!
[Deceit Beast]: Ten Thousand Souls Banner
[Rank]: High-level War General
[Level]: 46
[Attribute]: Soul
[Weakness]: None
[Skills]: Soul-Calming, Soul Burst Technique, Five Poisons Array, Demon Soul War General
[Special Technique]: Ten Thousand Souls Ridge
[Status]: Everyone here is rubbish!
[Evolution Points]: 31,567
Four skills, one special technique!
[Soul-Calming]: The attack of the Ten Thousand Souls Banner could be regarded as soul damage, easily dispersing souls. The more souls absorbed, the higher the damage.
The first skill bypassed defense, directly targeting the soul.
Chu Yi’s eyes brightened. Soul attacks were difficult to guard against and elusive, truly a potent and insidious Divine Technique.
It could also stack with the number of souls, significantly increasing lethality.
[Soul Burst Technique]: Engrave a Soul Seal, then ignite and detonate it, causing substantial damage.
Blasting the opponent’s soul... Freaking awesome! Chu Yi was excited, eager to experiment.
[Five Poisons Array]: Formed by collecting toads, spiders, centipedes, snakes, and scorpions, it creates a Five Poisons Array. Blood erodes souls within the array, converting them for its own use. It can also form a Defensive Array to resist external attacks.
It was both offensive and defensive, allowing for free advance and retreat. Once this Five Poisons Array was unleashed, it would result in a bloody storm, leaving not a trace of flesh or souls—all would be refined!
Chu Yi was even more thrilled. This skill was excellent but equally resource-intensive, requiring the collection of the five poisons; the array’s power would strengthen proportionally.
Oh, right. He had a spider in his hand that he’d gotten for free. I wonder if it’s one of the required types?
[Demon Soul War General]: Refine a main soul to serve as a War General.
The main soul would be equivalent to a derivative of Chu Yi’s will, a one-hundred percent loyal subordinate. It would be able to manipulate the Ten Thousand Souls Banner while Chu Yi divided his attention.
Freeing both hands for automated usage!
"In other words, a refined main soul can help manage the enterprises of Ten Thousand Souls Ridge."
Chu Yi smiled, looking at the special technique, derived from the [Netherworld]-sequence Secret Realm—Ten Thousand Souls Ridge.
[Ten Thousand Souls Ridge]: Nurtures Myriad Souls, producing treasures, with a chance to yield better rewards.
The introduction was simple, yet it gave Chu Yi the illusion of a farming simulation game and hinted at many benefits.
Owning a Secret Realm capable of producing treasures represented an astounding wealth. Even the Beast Taming Families in Yaoguang City couldn’t occupy such a realm.
Furthermore, the materials for future Deceit Beasts might also be produced from this Ten Thousand Souls Ridge.
"I’ll gladly accept this incredible fortune."
Chu Yi divided a part of his will and entered Ten Thousand Souls Ridge.
He saw a deep night stretching for hundreds of miles, where a gigantic, peculiar flower slumbered.
In its new home, the Flower of Desire was immensely satisfied with this completely new ecological environment. Even the soil beneath was Netherworld soil, formed by endless souls settling over and over, which had a calming effect on soul-attribute Taboo entities.
Upon the Netherworld soil, a grove of withered trees had been cultivated, naturally transferred here when the Ten Thousand Souls Banner swept them up.
However, the battle’s impact had been immense, and only a few withered trees remained.
One could say the Flesh and Blood Willow Tree transferred its entire fortune to me, Chu Yi mused. Truly a generous individual. I should burn more paper money on its death anniversary... Oh, right, its soul has already dissipated into nothing. Even its soul was offered as a sacrifice to aid the Soul-Calling Banner’s evolution. This magnanimous act moves me to tears. I should erect a monument for you.
A flurry of ashen snowflakes drifted—the ashes of the Flesh and Blood Willow Tree. Under Chu Yi’s control as the master of the Ten Thousand Souls Banner, they formed a gravestone. It stood at the entrance of Ten Thousand Souls Ridge, shining with a faint glow.
"Thank you, Flesh and Blood Willow Tree, my number one supporter."
Chu Yi decided to erect monuments for the helpful individuals who had "sponsored" him along his journey, based on their contributions.
Look, I, Master Chu, am not some petty ingrate who repays kindness with enmity. I’ve even erected a monument for you. Satisfied now?
Suddenly, the dim glow intensified, blazing brighter, as if a residual thought from the Flesh and Blood Willow Tree exploded with a BANG and fled into the distance!
Is this... producing a treasure?
Chu Yi smiled, having anticipated this. He immediately captured the halo of light.
It felt cool to the touch. Spreading his palm, he found a Bell made from a White Bone Skull, about the size of a baby’s fist. It was a Rule Treasure.
It appeared crystalline, as if carved from exquisite white jade—a perfect gift for a girl.
DONG...
The Bell rang, and a ripple emerged. The surrounding Netherworld soil exploded with a roar. Its power was enormous, akin to a Quasi-Dawn Star level!
This combat power approached that of a King’s Technique released by Bika!
The attack specifically targeted the soul. Chu Yi decided on a name for it.
Soul-Calming Bell!
"Master."
A woman in a crimson palace dress cheered joyfully, like a blood-red cloud, swiftly drifting over.
After ingesting a portion of the Flesh and Blood Willow Tree’s Mighty Power, her aura had surged. A baleful blood aura coiled around her, and her sharp features seemed to have softened somewhat.
She had a refined appearance, a jade-like face, and vermilion lips. A mane of lush, long hair, like seaweed, cascaded down her back, highlighting a willow-like waist and an exaggeratedly curvaceous figure. She was an absolute beauty.
At this moment, she danced gracefully as she approached Chu Yi.
She no longer bore nine heads but a single, charming, and pretty maiden’s head.
Chu Yi felt a secret pang of regret, then a sudden shock as he realized how frightening his preferences had unknowingly become. A person’s fetishes have limits, he thought. Perhaps I could try to challenge my own.
"Master, look, look! Is my dance beautiful?"
Jiuying lifted her dress, like an alluring fairy beckoning under the night sky, or like a dewdrop-covered crimson rose in the morning mist, showcasing her unique allure to her beloved.
"Beautiful. By the way, I have something for you."
Chu Yi looked at the delicate Jade Feet, like White Lotus petals, revealed under the blood-colored hem, gesturing for Jiuying to lift her Jade Foot.
"Master, are you... are you going to..."
Jiuying blushed, her face like the morning sun reflecting on snow, filled with a maiden’s bashfulness.
However, Chu Yi effortlessly took the Soul-Calming Bell and threaded it with a small silver chain. He adorned it on the girl’s tender ankle, accentuating the slender, pale beauty of her Jade Foot.
"Truly beautiful."
Chu Yi thought about how enjoyable it would be if his future girlfriends all wore red strings, anklets, and bells.