Chapter 259: Chapter 259: The Sacrifice of SkyDream Iceworm
Yang Podi observed the SkyDream Iceworm, whose eyes were darting around nervously. He could tell that this creature had not completely given up yet, holding onto a sliver of hope that Yang Podi wouldn't dare kill him.
With a slight smile, Yang Podi spoke, "Senior, perhaps you're still clinging to some wishful thinking. But honestly, there's no need. With the divine power leaking from your body, even if I were to imprison you in Heavenly Academy, it would be enough for my academy to thrive for tens of thousands of years. But I think that's too troublesome. It's easier to just kill you and make you my eighth spirit ring. That would suffice."
The SkyDream Iceworm swallowed nervously. "Are you really that eager to kill me? Don't you care about the future?"
"As long as my sister and I become gods, the future will be decided by us. Forget ten thousand years; even one hundred thousand years would be enough for Heavenly Academy to rule the world."
As the two conversed, Yang Podi's younger sister, Yang Tianyue, came running over. She gazed at the SkyDream Iceworm before her, her eyes lighting up with curiosity. "Brother, is this adorable little iceworm really a Million-year soul beast? Why does he seem to lack the intimidating power of such a beast?"
Yang Podi smiled faintly. "Tianyue, there's an old saying: 'Don't judge a book by its cover.' While this little iceworm may not excel in attack power, he's an exceptional spirit-type soul beast. Just now, I almost fell into his trap. In terms of spiritual power, he's already at the divine level."
Yang Tianyue couldn't help but pinch the chubby Tianmeng Iceworm a couple of times, exclaiming with delight, "Brother, this iceworm is so cute! His texture is amazing. Is he going to be my ninth spirit ring? I almost don't want to kill him."
At that moment, the SkyDream Iceworm, feeling like a lamb waiting to be slaughtered, was utterly embarrassed but dared not move.
Yang Podi continued, "Senior, have you thought it through? If you agree, your soul will exist within the spirit ring from now on. At that point, you and my sister will support each other and ascend to godhood together. Eventually, you can enter the Divine Realm as a divine beast. Isn't that mutually beneficial?"
The SkyDream Iceworm hesitated for a long time before speaking. "Boy, why not let me become your spirit ring instead? With my help, your path to godhood should be faster and more assured."
Yang Podi shook his head. "Senior, that's where you're mistaken. Do you think, with my current strength, ascending to godhood is still a major challenge? Whether or not I have your help, I'll become a god within ten years."
"My sister, on the other hand, needs your assistance. By supporting each other on the path to godhood, you'll create a legendary tale of cooperation between humans and soul beasts."
In truth, Yang Podi had carefully considered this decision. He already had specific targets in mind for his last two spirit rings. While the SkyDream Iceworm was powerful, he simply didn't need it for his martial soul. However, his younger sister, Yang Tianyue, would face many dangers on her path to godhood—especially the Sea God's Ninth Trial. With the SkyDream Iceworm's help, she would be much better equipped to succeed. After all, even someone as talented as Huo Yuhao might not have reached godhood without the SkyDream Iceworm's support. Without it, even becoming a Titled Douluo would have been uncertain.
After much deliberation, the SkyDream Iceworm finally relented.
Yang Podi, however, issued a warning. "Senior, I know your spiritual power is formidable, and you're even capable of taking over someone's body. But my sister is the successor of the Sea God and is protected by the Sea God's Light. If you try anything, not only will you face the wrath of the Sea God, but you'll also have to answer to me, the future Divine Realm's law enforcer."
Hearing this, the SkyDream Iceworm's face was filled with despair. After a moment, he spoke again. "I just… I'm reluctant to part with Bingbing. Can't I spend a little more time with her?"
Yang Podi smiled faintly. "Senior, you and Ice Emperor are bound by fate. If you can convince her to sacrifice herself and become my sister's second martial soul and spirit ring, wouldn't that allow you two to live together forever?"
The SkyDream Iceworm's eyes lit up at this suggestion, but upon glancing at Ice Empress frosty expression in the distance, he could only swallow his words.
Yang Podi then added, "Senior, my sister's head soul bone is of relatively low quality. Could you either form a head soul bone for her or enhance the one she already has? That would address her weakness."
The Tianmeng Iceworm nodded. A golden light appeared between his brows, spreading across the entire space. Time and space seemed to freeze in that moment.
Gradually, a massive golden spirit ring appeared above the Tianmeng Iceworm's body. Simultaneously, Yang Tianyue's martial soul, the Breaking Spear, was involuntarily summoned, and the golden ring slowly descended onto it, becoming her ninth spirit ring. At the same time, a surge of immense energy poured into her mind, sharpening her clarity. Her soul power rapidly climbed, eventually stabilizing at Rank 94.
Yang Tianyue experienced no signs of soul power backlash, likely due to the Sea God's affinity and the protection of the Sea God's Light, which enabled her to withstand the Tianmeng Iceworm's sacrifice.
One spirit ring and one soul bone elevated Yang Tianyue's rank by four levels, an incredible feat by any standard.
As everyone regained their senses, they were awestruck by the sight of the golden spirit ring on Yang Tianyue's Breaking Spear. A hundred-thousand-year spirit ring was already rare, but a million-year spirit ring was almost mythical.
Yang Podi looked at the remains of the Tianmeng Iceworm and addressed the group. "Everyone, focus on cultivating. The Tianmeng Iceworm's body was at the divine level, and the energy it releases will greatly benefit your cultivation."
Hearing this, everyone quickly sat down to cultivate. Unexpectedly, the divine energy emanating from the Iceworm made them feel as if they were bathing in a sea of power. Even minimal effort resulted in rapid soul power growth. Ice Empress, Snow Empress, and other soul beasts also experienced significant boosts in strength due to the divine energy.
Yang Podi sat in meditation, immersed in the divine energy. He felt his soul power drawing closer to the divine realm, though the gap remained insurmountable.
The group cultivated for ten days, draining the energy from the ice cavern. During this time, Yang Zhentian reached Rank 98, the pinnacle of the Breaking Spear martial soul.
Yang Wudi, Yang Wushuang, Niu Gao, Dugu Bo, and Niu Jinfeng all reached Rank 95. Niu Mang reached Rank 93.
Ye Lingling and Yang Ping'an also broke through to Rank 95, solidifying their positions as top-tier powerhouses.
Dugu Yan advanced to Rank 89, just one step away from becoming a Titled Douluo.
Niu Meng reached the peak of Rank 88 and was likely to break through to Titled Douluo within a year or two.
Ice Empress and Snow Empress also saw significant improvements in their strength.
Yang Tianyue experienced the most dramatic transformation. She not only gained a golden spirit ring but also a million-year head soul bone. Additionally, a miniature Iceworm appeared in her mind, alongside a nascent second martial soul.
Feeling conflicted, Yang Tianyue asked, "Brother, there's now an Iceworm in my mind—it seems to be SkyDream Iceworm. And I also have an unformed martial soul. What does this mean?"
Yang Podi replied sternly, "Tianyue, from now on, the SkyDream Iceworm is your partner. You must support each other and grow together."
"I can no longer help you from this point on. You must face all challenges alone and learn to bear the consequences of your actions."
With that, Yang Podi closed his eyes, ignoring his sister's concerns and everything around him. He had done enough; anything more would be excessive.
This trip to the Extreme North had been an overwhelming success. The strength of the family and academy had been greatly enhanced, his sister had awakened a second martial soul, and an alliance had been formed with the Ice Empress and Snow Empress. Everything had gone according to plan.
As for why SkyDream Ice Silkworm was made to sacrifice itself for Yang Tianyue, it was mainly due to a lack of confidence in her abilities. Even though the Sea God's Eighth Trial provided a full twenty years, breaking through to rank 99 was still extremely difficult. During this period, if another outstanding candidate for the Sea God inheritance appeared, it was hard to guarantee that the Sea God inheritance wouldn't change direction.
Now that the foundation had been laid, the rest would be up to Yang Tianyue to face and handle on her own. Whether it was the choice of her second martial soul or the dangers she might encounter in the future, she couldn't overly rely on him.
In the Divine Realm, inside the Sea God's Temple.
At this moment, the Asura God was actually with the Sea God. Both of them could sense the changes in Yang Tianyue's body and the sacrifice of the million-year soul beast.
The Asura God expression was somewhat dark. "I didn't expect that there would still be a million-year soul beast on the Douluo Continent, and its sacrifice can even enable a soul master to produce a second martial soul."
"Sea God, your choice of a successor this time is quite excellent. If Yang Tianyue chooses a suitable ice-attribute soul beast as her second martial soul, it would not only perfectly complement your Sea God inheritance, but also make her future limitless."
Sea God Poseidon glanced at the dark-faced Asura God and spoke in a faint tone, "I must thank you for this, Lord God of Asura. At first, the one I had my eye on was Yang Podi. However, there was no fate between him and me, so I casually picked someone else. I didn't expect Yang Tianyue to have such opportunities."
"By the way, Asura God what do you think of Yang Podi now? If the trials you set remain so difficult, I'm afraid Yang Tianyue will ascend to godhood faster than Yang Podi. Don't blame me for not reminding you."
The Asura God's face darkened further at these words. However, he eventually responded, "This Yang Podi has much to accomplish if he wants to become the next Asura God. Though his strength is decent, he's still far from the mark."
The Sea God suppressed the laughter in his heart, wearing a look of reverence as he spoke. "Asura is truly impartial and upright. As the enforcer of the Divine Realm, it is only natural for you to hold such high standards. I'm sure that Yang Podi will meet your requirements and attain godhood someday."
The Asura God, his expression still dark, finally left the Sea God's Temple in silence.
After leaving the temple, the Asura God muttered to himself, "Is Yang Podi an idiot? Such an extraordinary million-year soul ring, and he didn't even keep it for himself. Now I've lost face because of him. I'll have to give him a proper lesson."
Meanwhile, the Sea God watched the departing Asura God and finally couldn't help but burst into laughter. "Oh, you foolish Asura God.You're setting such high-difficulty divine trials for your successor while neglecting such an exceptional inheritor. If any mishap occurs, it will all come to nothing."
Looking at Yang Tianyue through the mirror, the Sea God grew increasingly satisfied, even smiling with delight. It was unclear whether it was because he was pleased with Yang Tianyue's performance or because he had managed to outwit the Asura God.
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