Immediately, Feng Piaoling seemed to think of something and suddenly asked, "Old Yi, if I use the Soul-Cleaving Divine Eye, can I bypass this prerequisite?"
Electrolux remained silent for a short while before replying, "It is possible, but it would deplete the entirety of my soul power. If that happens, I might dissipate completely because of it..."
"Then let's forget about it for now. I'll wait until I've cultivated the Soul-Cleaving Divine Eye to a certain height myself, or until I find a method to help you recover, before making another attempt."
Controlling a soul and influencing a soul were two completely different concepts. With Feng Piaoling's current mental strength, it was more than enough to influence a Soul Emperor or even a Soul Saint. However, achieving actual control over a soul remained far too difficult; even if it were merely controlling the soul of a thousand-year soul beast, it would be an arduous task to accomplish.
The next morning.
A thin, gentle mist drifted through the air, carrying a trace of chill along with a crisp, moist freshness.
Feng Piaoling changed into a set of teal, tight-fitting martial attire. The expensive fabric, complemented by his striking appearance, made him look like a refined young nobleman from ancient times back on his previous world, the Blue Planet.
In the distant east, the sun had already revealed half of its crest.
Feng Piaoling had just concluded his meditation, obtaining a slightly deeper comprehension regarding his sword intent.
According to his design, sword intent was an extension of one's will, and the soul served as the vessel for that will. This would become a form of power that had never before appeared on the Douluo Continent.
It was divided into two major stages.
Sword Intent, and Sword Soul.
The former was divided into Minor Success (thirty percent), Grand Success (ninety-nine percent), and Completion (one hundred percent).
The latter was divided into ranks one through nine. Upon condensing a Sword Soul, one would enter the first rank, which corresponded to the god level—specifically, the most ordinary God Officer. The second rank corresponded to a Third-Class God, the fourth rank to a Second-Class God, the fifth rank to a First-Class God, the sixth rank to a God King, the seventh rank to a Supreme God King, and then the eighth and ninth ranks...
And this was merely an ordinary Sword Soul. If he could interweave attributes like slaughter, destruction, or light into his sword intent, then its destructive power would likely be even greater.
At this moment, he was a mere threshold away from comprehending sword intent. To take this step forward, actual combat was absolutely indispensable. When the time came, this would become the core foundation that allowed him to fight opponents above his level.
In the distance, seven graceful figures gradually entered his line of sight.
They moved quickly and arrived before Feng Piaoling in just a few moments.
They were none other than Jiang Nannan, Xiao Xiao, Nanmen Yun'er, Cui Yajie, Zhu Lu, Lan Susu, and Lan Luolu.
Jiang Nannan had changed into a set of white, tight-fitting martial attire that perfectly contoured her elegant figure. Her fair skin complemented the white clothes beautifully, making it seem as though a faint layer of white light blanketed her whole body as she stood beneath the sunlight.
The petite and lovely Xiao Xiao wore a set of teal, tight-fitting martial attire, looking sharp and agile. Although her figure wasn't quite as developed as Jiang Nannan's, it was equally well-proportioned, giving her a highly energetic and lively appearance.
The others were similarly radiant with charm. Nanmen Yun'er appeared soft and delicate, naturally evoking a sense of protective tenderness.
Cui Yajie was breathtakingly enchanting; every movement and gesture she made exuded an endless allure capable of turning a man's bones to jelly.
Zhu Lu's figure remained the most developed among all the girls present.
Lan Susu and Lan Luolu were as clingy as ever. The moment they stepped up, they tried to be the first to grab onto Feng Piaoling's arms from both sides. However, upon noticing Ju Zi standing beside Feng Piaoling, they had no choice but to stop their advance in disappointment.
Seeing Ju Zi by Feng Piaoling's side, the other five girls did not look particularly pleased either. Xiao Xiao placed her hands on her hips and said with a lovely, indignant pout:
"Brother Feng, who is this woman?"
The rest of the girls also stared at Ju Zi with shared hostility.
Well, this dynamic looked exactly like a scene where wives had caught their husband red-handed during a secret rendezvous with another woman outside. No matter how one looked at it, it felt incredibly out of place.
Ju Zi was exceptionally clever. She discerned at a single glance that the relationship between these seven girls and Feng Piaoling was highly extraordinary, and likely wasn't confined to being mere sworn siblings.
With a slight smile, and fully intending to tease the seven girls, she actually took the initiative to loop her arm through Feng Piaoling's, answering on his behalf: "Hello everyone, I am Feng Piaoling's girlfriend, Ju Zi."
The moment those words were spoken, the mindsets of the seven girls instantly imploded.
"Benefactor, you... I..." Tears immediately began to well up in Jiang Nannan's eyes.
Xiao Xiao looked like a kitten whose fur had been completely rubbed the wrong way. Zhu Lu, Nanmen Yun'er, Lan Susu, and Lan Luolu were in much the same state.
Cui Yajie, who possessed the Nine-Tailed Fox martial soul, simply began wiping away her tears, murmuring, "So the boss already has a girlfriend. It seems we don't stand a chance anymore."
Her thoroughly enchanting demeanor was deeply pitiable, evoking an intense urge to comfort her.
Feng Piaoling felt completely speechless. He pulled his arm out of Ju Zi's grasp and said, "She is a senior sister who studies soul tools alongside me."
With just a single sentence, the seven girls quieted down.
Ju Zi, standing on the side and thoroughly enjoying the chaos, added, "And also his childhood friend."
"Right, a childhood friend whom I met exactly twice when we were little," Feng Piaoling shot Ju Zi a glaring look. He had only realized today that besides being deeply scheming, Ju Zi was also quite a mischievous person.
Right at that moment, Wang Gang and Huang Chutian rushed over.
Compared to when they had first arrived at the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy, their builds had grown significantly sturdier.
Catching sight of Feng Piaoling and the seven girls, they hurriedly greeted them, "Boss! Second Sister, Third Sister, Fourth Sister, Fifth Sister, Seventh Sister, Eighth Sister, Ninth Sister... and who might this be?"
Only when they looked at Ju Zi did a simultaneous expression of confusion appear on their faces, "Who is this?"
"This is Ju Zi, you can just call her Senior Sister Ju Zi," Feng Piaoling explained.
"Senior Sister Ju Zi," the two greeted Ju Zi respectfully.
Feng Piaoling scanned Wang Gang from head to toe and said with a smile, "I heard that you've been studying soul tools? And you've even become a Class 2 Soul Engineer?"
Wang Gang scratched the back of his head, speaking with a touch of nervousness and anxiety, "My talent is far inferior to that of my older brothers and sisters. If I want to be of help to the boss, I can only carve out an alternative path. But please rest assured, Boss, I haven't neglected my soul power cultivation. I already broke through Rank 20 two months ago. During this period, I've been continuously conditioning my body, aiming to make up for the missing years of my first soul ring on my second soul ring."
"If you wish to learn it, then go right ahead. I'll introduce a fine teacher to you later." Feng Piaoling developed the intention of introducing Wang Gang to Xuan Ziwen. Since Wang Gang possessed both the drive and the necessary talent, he wouldn't stand in his way.
"Thank you, Boss!" Feng Piaoling's validation left Wang Gang deeply thrilled.
Feng Piaoling turned his gaze toward Huang Chutian, "Chutian, I heard that you're in a relationship?"
Huang Chutian scratched the back of his head and chuckled, "Boss, you already found out? Ah, hehe... She's a senior sister from the sixth grade. She pursued me quite relentlessly, so I could only reluctantly agree."
No matter where one went, talented soul masters were always popular. Yet, Huang Chutian's smile looked very much like someone who had gotten a great deal but was still acting proud about it.
Feng Piaoling's expression turned serious as he spoke:
"I am not forbidding you from dating, but you must not neglect your cultivation because of a relationship. Look at yourself; your soul power is only at Rank 29 right now. Zhu Lu, whose soul power was lower than yours before, has already caught up to you and is currently preparing to push for the Soul Elder rank."
"Further, Xiao Xiao, Yun'er, Cui Yajie, Luolu, and Susu have already broken through Rank 30. Nannan broke through Rank 40 long ago; if I hadn't instructed her to condition her body to prepare for acquiring a ten-thousand-year fourth ring, she would have acquired her soul ring two months ago."
Huang Chutian did not dare to ignore Feng Piaoling's words. He straightened his posture and guaranteed, "Rest assured, Boss, I will definitely redouble my efforts from now on."
Feng Piaoling nodded. With a wave of his right hand, twenty-seven streaks of green fluorescence flew out from the Four Symbols Coiling Dragon Belt, landing before the group.
As the light receded, three soul tools wrapped in green fluorescence appeared in front of each of the nine individuals, quietly hovering in mid-air.
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