Chapter 133: Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo Submit, Bai Lu's Spirit Soul System
"One matter at a time."
"If I can make myself stronger, naturally, I can also make the two seniors stronger."
"If you are willing to join, I am willing to give these immortal herbs and techniques to both of you."
Zhu Zhuqing spoke sincerely, directly taking out two secret manuals and an immortal herb she had no use for.
"This is… the legendary Black Jade Divine Bamboo that can greatly enhance the attack, defense, and toughness of plant-type martial souls?!"
Yue Guan's voice trembled.
To him, although Black Jade Divine Bamboo could not compare to Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, it was absolutely one of the most suitable immortal herbs for him.
If he consumed it, his strength would increase by at least twenty percent!
Moreover, reaching Rank 97 within one or two years would be no problem!
"That's right. It is Black Jade Divine Bamboo."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded slightly.
Among all the immortal herbs she had, only Black Jade Divine Bamboo and Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower were of little use to her.
Rather than consuming them for a slight increase in soul power, it was better to use them to recruit talent.
"The techniques are Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, and Purple Demon Eye. They suit Senior Ghost's Martial Soul and role very well and will definitely make you stronger."
Gui Mei remained silent, merely casting a glance at Yue Guan.
The latter no longer hesitated and asked directly:
"Is Your Highness serious?"
"Of course."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded.
"In that case…"
Yue Guan and Gui Mei exchanged glances, then both knelt on one knee.
"Yue Guan / Gui Mei are willing to join the Douluo Hall and serve the Saintess!"
"With the two seniors joining, the glory of Spirit Hall will surely shine across the continent!"
Zhu Zhuqing helped the two up and handed over the immortal herb and manuals.
That easily recruited two Titled Douluo?!
Ning Rongrong covered her mouth, her face full of disbelief.
In the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, there were only Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.
As for Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, individually, their combat power might rank near the bottom among their peers.
But when working together, their terrifying Polar Static Domain would make even the strongest experts wary.
Moreover, she remembered that Dugu Bo also had a soul skill that could freeze time.
If the three of them fought alongside Zhu Zhuqing, even someone as strong as Golden Crocodile Douluo might be easily defeated.
"Since the two of you have joined, I will assign a task to the 'Eighth Worship.'"
Zhu Zhuqing took out a soul tool and tossed it to Yue Guan:
"It contains many herbs and immortal herb remnants. I hope you can cultivate them as quickly as possible."
"At that time, aside from Beautiful Silk Tulip, the rest of the immortal herbs can be given to you with priority."
"Immortal herb remnants?!"
Yue Guan was stunned, then immediately used his senses to probe the soul tool.
When he saw the root of the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, his eyes lit up, and his breathing quickened.
If he could consume both Black Jade Divine Bamboo and the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum in succession, then even without soul bones or a hundred-thousand-year soul ring, he was confident he could break through to Rank 99, the Ultimate Douluo realm!
If Old Ghost also consumed one or two…
"I will not fail Your Highness's trust!"
Yue Guan knelt once more.
This wasn't a task. This was clearly a reward!
"No need for more words, Eighth Worship."
Zhu Zhuqing smiled faintly:
"In the center of Sunset Forest, there is a treasure land called the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, where plants can grow at ten times the normal speed."
"It was originally Dugu Bo's territory, but I defeated and subdued him."
"Perhaps it can assist you."
"W-What?!"
Yue Guan's face instantly turned livid:
"That old poison actually had such a treasure land?"
Thinking about how he had fought Dugu Bo for years while the latter guarded a land full of immortal herbs without using them,
While he himself had all the knowledge yet could barely obtain a single immortal herb, Yue Guan trembled with anger.
He wanted nothing more than to go beat Dugu Bo immediately!
"As for the Ninth Worship…"
Zhu Zhuqing looked at Ghost Douluo and continued as Bai Lu instructed:
"I've heard that Bai He, the clan leader of the Speed Clan, once obtained a Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng by chance. Its effects rival immortal herbs. You can try to find it."
"Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng?!"
Before Ghost Douluo could respond, Chrysanthemum Douluo blurted out first:
"That's a legendary treasure that can completely transform a person after consumption. That old bird actually has such a rare item?!"
"Old Ghost, quickly go track down the Speed Clan."
"No matter what, we must obtain that ginseng!"
"No rush. I'll first help you absorb the Black Jade Divine Bamboo."
Ghost Douluo shook his head slightly. "The Speed Clan hasn't accepted Spirit Hall subsidies for years and excels at gathering information. They won't be easy to find in a short time."
"True…"
Chrysanthemum Douluo suppressed his excitement and looked at the girl, awaiting instructions.
"Do as you wish. I'll take Rongrong to hunt her fourth soul ring first."
Zhu Zhuqing grabbed Ning Rongrong by the back of her neck and disappeared in a few leaps.
Before long, the two arrived in an area where ten-thousand-year soul beasts roamed.
"Zhuqing, be gentle!"
Ning Rongrong rubbed her neck; her cheeks puffed up like a bun.
"Stop talking. Watch carefully."
Zhu Zhuqing activated her martial soul, and her soul ring suddenly lit up.
A terrifying pressure burst forth, as if some ferocious beast were about to emerge.
Ning Rongrong watched nervously.
The next moment—
"Wah!"
A small black monkey, half the height of a human, appeared from the soul ring and jumped out.
It looked fierce yet cute, pounding its chest as if it were the king of the forest.
"Pfft!"
Ning Rongrong froze for a second, then burst into laughter.
She stepped forward, hugged the little black monkey, and pinched its cheeks.
"Zhuqing, what is this?"
"It's ugly-cute… but kind of adorable!"
"Despicable human, mind your attitude. I am the Titan Giant Ape!"
Er Ming slapped her hand away, gritting his teeth.
"Titan Giant Ape? You?"
Ning Rongrong laughed, gesturing at his height, which only reached her waist.
Before she could finish laughing, the black monkey's body flashed and transformed into the giant ape form.
Those enormous eyes, as big as her whole body, stared directly at her.
"Uh!"
Ning Rongrong's smile froze as she stood there stunned.
"Roar~"
The Titan Giant Ape glared fiercely at her.
Go on, laugh. Why did you stop?
"Don't scare her. Come here."
Zhu Zhuqing cast a glance.
The Titan Giant Ape's eyes instantly cleared, turning back into a small monkey and obediently standing beside her with its head lowered.
"Good."
Zhu Zhuqing casually patted its head, praising it flatly.
"Wah~"
Er Ming forced out a smile uglier than crying.
Did it want to behave?
It had no choice!
"It seems the spirit soul secret technique I created works quite well!"
On the throne, Bai Lu smiled faintly.
This was different from the temporary spirit-soul system created by Electrolux.
His spirit soul system was more complete. Simply put, it turned soul beasts into contracted companions that could fight together!
There were relatively equal partner contracts and absolute master-servant contracts.
The advantage was that the spirit soul's combat power could be preserved to the greatest extent.
The limitation was that, regardless of strength, a spirit soul would usually only provide one soul ring.
There wouldn't be situations like Snow Empress occupying four soul ring slots.
"Zhu… Zhuqing, how did the Titan Giant Ape become like this?"
Ning Rongrong asked blankly.
After a soul beast sacrifice, it not only didn't die but also could come back and act like this. It completely overturned her understanding.
"This is called a spirit soul. You can form a contract with a soul beast and turn it into a spirit soul companion to fight alongside you."
Zhu Zhuqing explained briefly.
"So amazing…"
Ning Rongrong's eyes instantly filled with envy.
She grabbed Zhu Zhuqing's arm and said coquettishly:
"Zhuqing, can low-level spirit souls be contracted?"
"Can you also get me one to protect me?"
"That's exactly the plan."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded slightly.
Bai Lu had already planned to give Ning Rongrong a reliable spirit soul for protection.
That way, they could go out without worries.
"That's great! Zhuqing, you're the best!"
Ning Rongrong jumped excitedly.
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