Chapter 46: Blue Silver Energy Accumulation Ring

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Xiao Wu wore an expression of deep concern, making her look pitiable even to those who saw her.

Gu La stepped forward and transmitted his voice in a low whisper, ensuring only she could hear. "You should be able to sense it—there's an attraction about Tang San. He is the son of a human and a hundred-thousand-year-old Blue Silver Emperor."

"So as long as you maintain a good relationship with Tang San, given your similar experiences, his father won't harm you."

Who could blame the males of the Tang family for being so easy to understand when it came to spirit beasts? They were utterly predictable.

Xiao Wu's pupils contracted, shocked by this explosive revelation. "So that's how it is… No wonder… But wait, what about you? You also have a kind of… affinity. What's the reason?"

"Huh? Me too?"

Gu La was puzzled, silently speculating. "Could it be Celebi? No, Celebi is the Forest God—it has nothing to do with spirit beasts. And Xiao Wu isn't a plant-type either… Perhaps it's the plane's favor, as hinted at by the system."

His eyes narrowed slightly. "The Child of Nature, perhaps? Is the current plane's consciousness capable of birthing a Child of Nature? Or is it linked to Celebi's abilities?"

Unable to come up with an answer, Gu La shook his head and decided not to dwell on it further.

"I have some guesses, but the specifics will have to wait for another time. Tang San will wake up soon; we can talk later."

Xiao Wu suspected Gu La was hiding something and pouted indignantly. "You're always so mysterious, leaving your words half-said."

Gu La glared at her, and Xiao Wu lowered her voice, letting out a soft humph before falling silent.

Not long after, Tang San woke up. The surrounding soul power fluctuated intensely before gradually stabilizing.

"How are the effects of the soul skill? Did the Blue Silver Grass undergo any changes?"

Gu La asked curiously.

Tang San smiled confidently. "I'm very satisfied."

He summoned his Blue Silver Grass martial soul. The originally bluish-silver vines now had a golden aura surrounding them, emitting faint ripples of soul power.

"The Blue Silver Grass has gained a new trait—it can absorb sunlight like the sunflower to recover soul power and reduce damage from light-attribute attacks, converting a small portion into soul power."

Gu La nodded. "With just this ability, your endurance in prolonged battles will significantly improve."

Tang San nodded in agreement. "Exactly. Originally, the Blue Silver Grass martial soul consumed very little energy. Now, with the ability to absorb sunlight like plants, during the day, the amount of soul power converted far exceeds the cost of maintaining the martial soul."

"Additionally, the soul skill effect allows me to store 30% of my total soul power. Since it's stored within the martial soul, every additional soul ring increases the storage capacity by 10%."

"The stored energy can be soul power or any other energy compatible with the Blue Silver Grass, such as sunlight energy or life force. It can also be transferred to others through the Blue Silver Mantis Crown."

"I've named the second soul skill 'Blue Silver Energy Accumulation Ring.'"

Gu La's lips twitched slightly. The name felt oddly familiar.

"It's a powerful soul skill and very fitting for you. Though it lacks offensive capabilities, it greatly enhances your sustainability. Once you become a Title Douluo, you'll be able to store double your soul power. Relying on this self-created soul skill alone, you could outlast most enemies."

Gu La paused briefly before continuing, "Moreover, your second soul ring exhibits growth potential similar to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda. This further proves just how extraordinary the Blue Silver Grass martial soul truly is."

"Other Blue Silver Grass soul masters may follow auxiliary paths, but none exhibit such remarkable uniqueness."

"Xiao San, remember not to reveal the true effects of your soul ring."

Tang San nodded. "Understood. I'll only tell you two."

After fusing with the sunflower soul ring, Tang San seemed to radiate a faint golden glow, giving off a warm feeling and reducing his previous aloofness.

"Mm, storing sunlight energy allows you to use Photosynthesis anytime, fulfilling your initial goal."

"Conveniently, Xiao Wu has already decided on her soul ring choices. By the time we get there, there should also be options suitable for your third soul ring."

Gu La teased, keeping the details vague. "The specifics are best explained by Xiao Wu herself."

With that, Gu La quickened his pace, giving the two some space.

Tang San asked curiously, "Xiao Wu, what did you want to say?"

Xiao Wu hesitated, wanting to speak but holding back, then finally told Tang San about her true identity.

Tang San's pupils dilated in shock—once, twice, three times.

A spirit beast transformed into human form? This identity was astonishing. Tang San had imagined Xiao Wu might be a runaway daughter from some noble family, but never had he expected this.

However, after a year of living together, their differences in gender, Xiao Wu's mischievous and lively personality, and Tang San's own introverted nature had made him consider Xiao Wu one of his own.

Thus, the two quickly accepted reality, and Tang San proposed that the three of them swear brotherhood.

"Ah, sworn brothers?"

Gu La didn't resist the idea. He had already resolved to take on the challenge of correcting Tang San's personality. With the identity of sworn brothers, he would have more influence over Tang San's thoughts.

It would also make it easier for him to give benefits to both of them and cultivate them.

"Alright, let's swear brotherhood. As for the position of eldest brother, I'll naturally take it without hesitation."

Gu La said this with a smile.

Xiao Wu seemed to have objections but, before she could voice them, Gu La shot her a glare. She immediately wilted, looking at Tang San with a pitiful expression.

Tang San met her gaze directly. "I've always wanted a younger sister."

And so, Xiao Wu became the third sibling.

In the shadows, Tang Hao's heart was filled with complex emotions.

While searching for medicinal herbs outside, he occasionally returned to Nuoding City to check on Tang San's progress. This time, he came back early, anticipating Tang San's need to hunt for souls, and followed them to the Star Dou Forest. Who would have thought he'd witness this scene?

The same oath of sworn siblings, two older brothers and a transformed younger sister—it was identical to their trio from back then.

"A Yin…"

Tang Hao sighed deeply, pessimistically muttering, "I hope you don't end up with the same fate as us."

He looked at Gu La, no longer doubting his extraordinary talent. Whether the three of them could stay together till the end would largely depend on Gu La.

Tang Hao began contemplating ways to win Gu La over. After all, even with his intelligence, he knew that constantly relying on one person's contributions in a team would eventually lead to problems.

But no matter how hard he thought, he couldn't come up with anything worth giving to Gu La. He wasn't willing to part with a soul bone, and sect techniques couldn't be passed on externally—so he had nothing to offer.

Unable to think of a suitable gift, Tang Hao decided to stop overthinking and let Tang San forge his own path.

After completing the oath of brotherhood and adjusting their titles, the trio headed toward the osmanthus grove Xiao Wu remembered.

Xiao Wu's emotions shifted rapidly, and she quickly forgot her earlier frustration about being the youngest. Without a care, she happily led the way ahead.

"Big Brother, Second Brother. Wait, actually calling you Third Brother feels smoother."

(T/N: For those confused: the 'San' in Tang San's name means three/third. After this I'll change the translation to 'Brother San' sometimes just to clarify.)

Xiao Wu became fixated on the term and sought Tang San's opinion.

Tang San chuckled softly. "It's fine either way. Whatever you prefer."

Xiao Wu grinned. "Then I'll call you Brother San from now on. Actually, I should be the big sister, and you two…"

"No."

Gu La and Tang San spoke in unison, putting an immediate end to Xiao Wu's fantasy of being the eldest sister.

"Tch, fine, whatever."

Xiao Wu muttered under her breath.

In the distance, towering osmanthus trees about thirty meters tall loomed faintly. Their silvery bark shimmered faintly in the sunlight, resembling the gentle glow of moonlight spilling across the earth.

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