Chapter 12: Lin Qiuyang

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Two hours passed, and the two girls finally finished refining the energy of the ten-thousand-year whale glue. Not only had their muscles and bones been strengthened, but even their innate talent had been enhanced.

Zhu Zhuqing had successfully broken through the bottleneck of level fifteen soul power, advancing straight to level sixteen.

Zhu Zhuyun had also reached the peak of level thirty-three soul power and would likely break through to level thirty-four before long.

After consuming the whale glue, both girls felt a refreshing clarity throughout their bodies. Zhu Zhuyun couldn't help but sigh with amazement. "This ten-thousand-year whale glue is truly incredible. I can already feel my soul power cultivating much faster than before. Zhuqing, what do you think?"

Zhu Zhuqing, wearing a rare smile, replied, "Sister, I feel great. My soul power has already broken through to level sixteen."

When she heard Zhu Zhuqing call her "sister," Zhu Zhuyun froze for a moment. Ever since Zhu Zhuqing had been engaged to Dai Mubai, the two had become rivals, and Zhu Zhuqing hadn't addressed her as "sister" again until now.

Zhu Zhuyun also smiled. "Keep it up, little sister. Your talent is even better than mine. You might even surpass me one day!"

But Zhu Zhuyun wasn't worried about being surpassed—because Dai Weisi was her greatest source of confidence.

"Sister, I'll do my best!"

Watching the two sisters bond again so naturally, Dai Weisi smiled. It looked like they wouldn't be turning against each other anymore.

"Zhuyun, Zhuqing, I still have some more ten-thousand-year whale glue. You can have it all."

Dai Weisi placed over a dozen pieces of the glue in front of the two girls and reminded them, "You can take one piece a day to further improve your aptitude. But keep in mind, the benefits of this glue for soul masters have limits. Once your body's saturated, it won't help anymore—don't forget that."

"Mhm, we'll remember!" the two girls responded in unison. Immediately afterward, Zhu Zhuyun invited Dai Weisi to stay for dinner, and he happily agreed.

Since there was still time before dinner, Dai Weisi gave Zhu Zhuqing some pointers on her cultivation, which benefited her greatly. The three of them later enjoyed a warm and joyful dinner together.

Unknowingly, their relationship had returned to what it once was.

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Two days passed in the blink of an eye. Dai Weisi had continued consuming the whale glue daily, but by today, his body had reached its saturation point—it could no longer absorb the energy, and the glue no longer offered him any benefits.

If he wanted to continue increasing his soul power through external means, his only option would be to find the rare herbs at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

Now that his body could no longer absorb any more energy from the whale glue, Dai Weisi realized that it was time to obtain his fourth soul ring.

"With my enhanced physique and mental strength, I should be able to absorb a ten-thousand-year soul ring by now…"

As he spoke, Dai Weisi called out to Li Hu. "Uncle Li, prepare the carriage. We're going to the Zhu family estate."

In the past, whether it was obtaining soul rings for himself or for Zhu Zhuyun, the two of them always went together. This time would be no different—it was also meant to help develop their real combat experience.

"As you command."

Li Hu nodded and quickly prepared a horse-drawn carriage. Once Dai Weisi got in, they made their way to the Zhu family estate. As soon as they entered the gate, they saw Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing waiting.

When they saw Dai Weisi arrive, both girls smiled and greeted him.

"Weisi, you're here!"

"Hello, brother-in-law."

"Good morning, Zhuyun, Zhuqing!" After exchanging greetings, Dai Weisi turned to Zhu Zhuyun. "Zhuyun, I'm heading to the Star Dou Forest to obtain my fourth soul ring. Want to come along?"

"Of course!" Zhu Zhuyun clenched her fist in excitement and said, "I want to witness your breakthrough into Soul Emperor with my own eyes!"

"Um…" At this moment, Zhu Zhuqing suddenly spoke up, her voice timid. "Sister, Brother-in-law, I also want to go with you. Is that okay?"

The two of them immediately opposed in unison. "No! It's too dangerous!"

Dai Weisi spoke calmly, "Zhuqing, we're heading to the Star Dou Forest. It's extremely dangerous there. Not only are there ten-thousand-year soul beasts, but there are also hundred-thousand-year soul beasts. Even we could die there if luck isn't on our side!"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing's face showed a hint of disappointment. Trying to comfort her, Zhu Zhuyun said, "Zhuqing, it's not impossible for you to come. We could ask Dean Lin Qiuyang to join us."

Lin Qiuyang was the vice dean of the Star Luo Royal Academy. He wielded the Martial Soul Dark Iron Sword and was a Level 85 Attack-type Soul Douluo.

Like the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, the honorary dean of the Star Luo Royal Academy was the emperor of Star Luo, making the vice dean the highest-ranking figure in the academy.

Zhu Zhuyun continued, "If we have Dean Lin leading us, our safety is guaranteed. Plus, Zhuqing is not a child anymore. It's time she witnesses the battles of soul masters. Dai Weisi, what do you think?"

"Hmm…" Dai Weisi pondered for a moment. "Since you say so, I won't oppose it. Let's go ask Dean Lin."

"Hee-hee, thank you, sister! Thank you, brother-in-law!" After hearing that she could go to the Star Dou Forest, Zhu Zhuqing's face lit up with a bright smile.

The three of them immediately boarded a carriage and headed for the Star Luo Royal Academy. They made their way straight to the dean's office and met with Vice Dean Lin Qiuyang.

Although Lin Qiuyang was over fifty, his body was still strong and vigorous. He walked with a commanding presence.

His hands were calloused, clearly the mark of a seasoned swordsman. While he might not match up to Sword Douluo Chenxin, he was far from being a nameless figure.

Upon seeing Dai Weisi, Lin Qiuyang quickly bowed respectfully. "Greetings, Your Highness the Crown Prince. I wasn't aware of your Visit, and I apologize for not welcoming you properly. I hope you'll forgive me, Your Highness!"

"Haha, there's no need for such formalities, Dean Lin," Dai Weisi said, helping Lin Qiuyang up. "Father said that here, I'm not the Crown Prince, just a regular student. I've come to ask you for a favor."

"Your Highness, please speak. I'll go through fire and water for you."

"There's no need to go that far. My soul power has already reached level forty, and I'd like to ask you to take us to the Star Dou Forest to obtain my fourth soul ring."

"What? Level forty already?"

Lin Qiuyang was taken aback. He thought to himself: "If I remember correctly, His Highness is only eighteen years old, right? An eighteen-year-old Soul Ancestor… even in the Spirit Hall, that would make him one of the greatest geniuses."

"Your Highness is a student of Star Luo Royal Academy, and I'm obliged to assist you in obtaining your fourth soul ring. When would you like to depart?"

"No time like the present. Let's leave now."

"Very well."

With that, Lin Qiuyang and Dai Weisi boarded a carriage to head for the Star Dou Forest. The Star Luo Royal Academy wasn't far from the forest, and with the carriage's speed, it only took about six or seven days to reach the outskirts of the forest.

However, as night fell, they had no choice but to rest at a nearby inn before entering the forest the next day.

"Your Highness, do you have any particular soul skill in mind for your fourth soul ring?"

Dai Weisi answered without hesitation. "I'm an Attack-type Soul Master. Currently, I have the White Tiger's Bodyguard Barrier for defense, the White Tiger's Blazing Light Wave for ranged attacks, and the White Tiger's Diamond Transformation for self-enhancement. For my fourth soul skill, I want a powerful offensive skill, something I can use as my ultimate move. As for the soul beast, I'll go for a tiger-type soul beast. With my top-tier Evil Eye White Tiger Martial Soul, absorbing a tiger-type soul beast's soul ring will be a breeze."

Though he already had an external spirit bone, Dai Weisi preferred to keep it hidden for now. As the saying goes, "It's not the thief you fear, but the one who keeps watching you."

(End of Chapter)