Chapter 592: Chapter 592: The Azure Dragon of Yi Wood
Suddenly, everyone who hadn't been aware of Su Ming's true power began to realize something was amiss. Su Ming's sixth spirit ring had only been ten thousand years, so how could his seventh spirit ring now be four hundred thousand years? Normally, his physical capacity shouldn't have increased so drastically!
As if to clear up everyone's doubts, Su Ming revealed his full set of seven spirit rings, displaying their original forms for the first time. He felt there was no need to hide any longer, especially since Bibi Dong was now considered an ally within the Spirit Hall. Previously, he would have concealed this power to avoid unnecessary trouble, but with everything out in the open now, it seemed like the right time.
The spirit rings shone in succession: Red! Red! Red! Red! Red! Deep Red! Deep Orange!
In an instant, those with lower cultivation levels were forced to retreat several steps under the oppressive pressure of these seven rings.
"What the—!"
Dugu Bo's eyes widened as he stared at the six red and one orange rings. Despite his familiarity with Su Ming, he had never suspected anything unusual. Only now did he realize that Su Ming's formidable support abilities stemmed from each spirit ring being at least one hundred thousand years. But the mystery deepened—how could he have a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring for his very first? And were there even enough hundred-thousand-year spirit beasts for Su Ming to hunt? Even if there were, could every ring simply be an enhancement ability?
Dugu Bo wasn't alone in his bewilderment. Both Da Ming and Er Ming couldn't help but frown. Initially, the sight of so many red spirit rings stirred a feeling of discomfort within them, as it went against their core beliefs. But through their mental bond with Su Ming, they sensed that his rings hadn't been obtained through the slaughter of hundred-thousand-year spirit beasts. However, even with the connection, they couldn't discern the full truth.
Observing their reactions, Xiao Wu and Ah Yin mentally communicated, "Rest assured, none of Su Ming's rings came from hunted hundred-thousand-year spirit beasts. As for how he obtained them, we can't reveal that yet."
Da Ming and Er Ming's wariness eased upon hearing Xiao Wu's reassurance, and they grew even more curious about Su Ming. Despite their mental connection, a mysterious power continued to veil parts of his essence, adding layers to his enigma.
In the next moment, Su Ming opened his eyes, and his Wood Element Martial Soul appeared behind him, beginning to transform right before everyone's eyes. The shapeless Wood Element began to shift, taking the form of a coiling dragon.
The Azure Dragon of Yi Wood!
Bang! The pressure proved too much for the room, with cracks spreading across the walls and windows shattering. Realizing that any further strain would risk the entire building, Su Ming leaped out of the window, landing on the plaza in front of the Pope's Palace.
Over the next fifteen minutes, his martial soul completed its transformation into the Azure Dragon of Yi Wood, a massive dragon coiled around itself with gleaming green scales exuding vibrant life energy and immense power. Its head was broad and imposing, its eyes bright like jade, radiating wisdom and majesty. Each claw was sharp and powerful, emanating an unmatched aura of intimidation.
As the dragon fully manifested, Dugu Bo felt his own martial soul restrained by an unseen force. Despite having inherited the Light Saint Dragon's bloodline and achieving a pseudo-divine level, his spirit was still suppressed under Su Ming's presence. This was the Azure Dragon—a power distinct from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon lineage, yet similar to his own spirit in shape. But unlike the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, the Azure Dragon's aura was on a different level altogether, akin to a divine spirit like Qian Renxue's Seraphim.
Dugu Bo's high cultivation allowed him to barely withstand the pressure, but Dugu Yan was faring much worse. She wobbled, almost collapsing from the force, until Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing rushed to steady her. The Azure Dragon's aura suppressed not only dragon and serpent martial souls but also plant-based spirits. Even Ah Yin, as the Blue Silver Emperor, felt uneasy under its influence.
Bibi Dong furrowed her brows as she gazed at the awe-inspiring Azure Dragon spirit. "It's a martial soul evolution!"
The martial soul's transformation sent ripples of unease throughout the city, prompting Bibi Dong to instruct calmly, "Yue Guan, Gui Mei, take some men and reassure the populace."
"Yes, Your Holiness!"
With that, the two elders vanished. At the same time, Qian Daoliu and Golden Crocodile Douluo appeared in the plaza, momentarily taken aback by the spectacle.
"Bibi Dong, is Su Ming's martial soul… evolving?" Qian Daoliu asked uncertainly.
Golden Crocodile Douluo glanced at Su Ming with curiosity, muttering, "This is the Spirit Hall's newly appointed Holy Son? I've heard you're considering him as a match for Qian Renxue?"
Qian Daoliu chuckled and nodded, "Yes, Golden Crocodile. What do you think of him? You should also know he has the Goddess of Life's blessing and will soon head to Sea God Island. I've heard the Life God's divinity even surpasses that of the Angel God!"
Golden Crocodile Douluo replied hesitantly, "Su Ming is impressive, but he already has multiple women by his side. And as much as I admire Renxue, do we truly want her to share a husband? She's proud, you know."
Qian Daoliu laughed, "Golden Crocodile, don't be so sure. Though you're older, you still don't see as deeply as I do. How about a wager on this?"