Douluo: Wuhun Magic Harp, summoning ancient beasts

Chapter 3: The Demonic Sheep
Not only the healing type, but other auxiliary type martial spirits also have limited room for growth and it is difficult to reach a high level.

Ning Fengzhi, the world's number one assistant, has only reached level 79 in soul power.

Long Chen guessed that the Nine-Hearted Begonia, like the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda, had limitations on the quality of its martial soul and was difficult to break through.

When Ye Lingling's grandmother passed away, her soul power was level 72.

Ye Susu is 45 years old this year, with a soul power of level 65. Among the Nine-Hearted Begonia soul masters, her talent is considered relatively high.

Most Nine-Hearted Begonia soul masters cannot break through level 70 in their entire lives.

However, for Ye Susu, breaking through level 90 is still out of reach.

Long Chen was somewhat surprised to learn that the Nine-Heart Begonia could reach a higher level of the Sacred Heart Begonia.

That Qiluo Tulip Magic Herb might really be able to change the fate of Ye Lingling's Nine-Hearted Begonia clan.

"Xiaochen, don't think too much. Lingling will get used to it slowly. You are also tired after a day, so go back to your room and rest early."

"Yeah. Uncle, aunt, good night."

"Good night."

Looking at Long Chen's leaving back, Ye Susu sighed.

"Xiao Chen has awakened a martial soul with evil attributes, and it is also full of innate soul power. What should I do if he can't control that power?"

"Yes, if Xiaochen didn't have full soul power, I would have advised him to give up cultivation, then he wouldn't have become a fallen person. But he is a genius, we can't interfere with his life, we can only try our best to guide him, protect him, and let him walk on the right path."

"Brother Tianming, I believe in Xiaochen. After taking care of mom's funeral, you should take him to hunt soul beasts, right?"

"Ah."

For Ye Tian and his wife, Long Chen and Ye Lingling are both their beloved children.

They also look forward to Long Chen's growth.

Ye Lingling's grandmother's funeral was quickly completed.

These days, under Long Chen's careful care, Ye Lingling's mood has eased a lot, but she is no longer as lively and cheerful as before.

That day, Ye Tianming and his wife called Long Chen and Ye Lingling to the study.

On the table in front of them were two exquisite wooden boxes.

Ye Tianming smiled and said:

"Xiaochen, Lingling, you are about to officially enter the ranks of soul masters. Mom and Dad have prepared a gift for you. Open it and take a look."

Long Chen and Ye Lingling looked at each other, then carefully opened the boxes in front of them.

The contents of the two boxes looked similar. There were two items in each box, one was a dagger and the other was similar to a belt.

Long Chen asked:

"Uncle Ye, is this a storage device?"

"Well, a storage device is a must-have for a soul master. You two can try it."

Long Chen and Ye Lingling smiled at each other, then tied the storage device around their waists and tried it out.

"Very good, thank you uncle and aunt."

Long Chen's gaze fell on the dagger.

After picking it up, he pulled it out carefully. A dazzling cold light flashed, which was heart-pounding.

"Xiaochen, this dagger is extremely sharp and can cut metal. Be careful when using it to avoid cutting yourself."

"Okay, I see. Thank you, Auntie."

Long Chen put the dagger into the storage container.

Ye Tianming continued:

"Xiaochen, tomorrow I will take you to the Sunset Forest to hunt soul beasts and help you obtain your first soul ring. After we come back, I will send you to the academy."

"it is good."

Long Chen glanced at Ye Lingling beside him and said softly:
"Lingling, come with us to hunt soul beasts?"

"Ah."

Ye Lingling nodded gently without saying anything more. Ye Tianming touched Ye Lingling's head.

"Okay, then I'll take you two with me."

The Sunset Forest is located two hundred miles east of Tiandou City. It is not very large in area, and most of the soul beasts in the forest have a cultivation base of less than ten thousand years.

Long Chen’s first soul ring can be taken from a hundred-year-old soul beast.

Therefore, it is safe even if you bring two children who have just awakened their martial spirits.

The next day, Ye Tianming brought Long Chen and Ye Lingling to the Sunset Forest.

A rich and fresh natural scent blows towards you.

The towering ancient trees stand tall, their trunks covered with moss and vines, looking ancient and weathered.

Occasionally, the sounds of birds and roars of animals can be heard in the forest, whether far or near, but all are full of wild vitality.

The sunlight shines through the gaps in the dense tree canopy, creating mottled shadows, adding a sense of tranquility and magic to the forest.

Beneath this tranquil appearance, there are countless soul beasts hidden, some hiding in the grass, some climbing on the treetops, quietly observing the outsiders entering the forest.

The three of them walked along a winding path, occasionally seeing some small soul beasts quickly shuttling back and forth, leaving behind a trail of panicked footprints.

This was the first time that Long Chen and Ye Lingling came to the Soul Beast Forest, and they were both curious about everything around them.

Ye Tianming walked in front, observing his surroundings vigilantly.

His eyes were sharp, as if they could penetrate all disguises and capture the traces of soul beasts.

"Xiaochen, your first soul ring can be taken from a soul beast that has cultivated for a hundred years. Any soul beast that can emit sound waves will do."

"Well, Uncle Ye, you decide."

The three continued to move forward.

The sky gradually darkened.

Ye Tianming planned to find an open place to rest for a night and then continue looking for a suitable soul beast tomorrow.

Suddenly, a strange sound was heard.

The three of them stopped immediately.

If you listen carefully, the sound is like a baby crying.

Ye Lingling was a little curious.

"Dad, why is there a child crying in this forest?"

Ye Tianming shook his head.

"That's not a child, it's a cunning soul beast. It deliberately uses the sound of a baby crying to lure its prey into its trap."

"Uncle Ye, do you know what soul beast made this sound?"

"It is a sheep-like soul beast called the 'human-faced demon sheep'. It is famous for its unique cry and cunning character. It is not common in the soul beast forest."

"Demon sheep with a human face?"

Long Chen became even more curious.

Ye Tianming then explained:
"The heads of the demon goats have patterns similar to human faces, hence their name. They are good at using baby-like crying sounds to confuse their prey, and when the prey gets close, they will suddenly attack."

As Ye Tianming spoke, his mental power probed in the direction where the sound came from.

"That human-faced demon sheep is nearby. It has been cultivating for more than a hundred years. It is just right to be your first spirit ring. Let's go take a look."

"Ah."

Long Chen and Ye Lingling followed behind Ye Tianming, and their steps became more cautious.

Suddenly, a dark shadow jumped out from the bushes.

Ye Tianming was quick-witted and quick-handed. He released the Golden Eagle Martial Spirit and pinned the black shadow to the ground in the blink of an eye.

It was the demon sheep with a human face.

It really had the body of a sheep and a face similar to that of a human. It was dark all over, and its two sharp horns emitted a black aura. Its four claws were extremely sharp.

(End of this chapter)