Douluo: Phoenix God Descends, Emperor Flame Burns the Sky

Chapter 429 The Arrogant Ice Emperor; The Investiture of the Gods System

Hyotei decides to become Lin Xiao's spirit.

But seeing his resolute expression, Lin Xiao felt reluctant to get up and said:
"Have you really thought this through?"

"Actually, for me, the soul is something that is dispensable. Although it can enhance my strength, the most important thing is always myself."

"But for you, your existence will depend on me."

From now on, wherever I go, you must go too.

Love is precious, but freedom is even more valuable.

Without facing a real life-or-death crisis, Hyotei had no reason to make such a choice, to the point that even Lin Xiao and Maple couldn't figure out her motives.

Furthermore, it is actually about preserving one's own strength.

With nearly 400,000 years of cultivation, the Ice Emperor is currently of greater use to Lin Xiao.

Hyotei gave its own response.

"How difficult it is for a soul beast to cultivate into a god? This is a shortcut to godhood."

"With the favor of the Phoenix God and such monstrous talent, becoming a god, which is unattainable for other soul masters and even soul beasts, is not difficult for you."

"Moreover, you also possess the legacy of the Asura God."

"Your ascension to godhood is inevitable."

The Ice Emperor has existed for 390,000 years, and he couldn't even survive the 400,000-year Heavenly Tribulation, let alone cultivate himself into a god.

Cultivation is fraught with peril, and no one can guarantee what the future holds. The endless years of arduous cultivation are truly chilling to even think about.

Besides, we also need to pave the way for the Snow Emperor.
Hyotei's resolute stance took Lin Xiao by surprise.

He nodded, respecting Hyotei's choice.

"Okay, I didn't tell you before because it would feel like I was trying to trick you into becoming a spirit before you made your choice."

"First, after becoming a spirit, your existence will depend on me, but you will share the same lifespan with me, possessing endless lifespan, and even becoming stronger as my strength increases."

"Secondly, before you become a god, your range of movement is limited, and you cannot go too far away from me, but this problem can be solved after you become a god."

"Third, as I become a god, you will also become a different kind of god. I can use your power, and naturally I can also use it to give you power. In essence, you are my subordinate god."

"Fourth, if you don't want to be my soul in the future, I can find a way to give you your freedom. I have some achievements in the field of souls, so it shouldn't be difficult for me to do this in the future."

Hyotei was speechless after hearing this.

For the first time, a clear change in emotion appeared on that cold and beautiful face.

Is this a spirit or an ancestor?

The conditions Lin Xiao offered were far too generous!

If Lin Xiao had said this before Hyotei chose to become a spirit, Hyotei would have suspected that he was deceiving her. But now, Lin Xiao has no reason to deceive her.

In other words, everything he said is true?!
Hyotei's gaze was complicated, "Lin Xiao, you're a good..."

"stop!"

Lin Xiao quickly stopped, thus avoiding being friend-zoned.

He said, "It's just a mutually beneficial deal. You can also make me stronger. There's no good or bad, it's just a transaction that both parties can accept."

Hyotei was actually quite pleased to hear this.

"You're right. The weak always have to depend on the strong. In reality, where is there absolute freedom in the world? Even among soul beasts, it's just a matter of the smaller obeying the larger."

"Let me make this clear beforehand, Lin Xiao. If you want me to remain loyal and follow you faithfully, then you must be powerful enough..."

"Remember, I only attach myself to the strong!" Hyotei crossed her arms and resumed her aloof demeanor.

Lin Xiao smiled.

Of course he knew that Hyotei also had a proud and aloof personality. In fact, she was a very sentimental soul beast, especially in front of Yuki-onna.

"I will be stronger than you can imagine."

"If you're not strong enough, you can always take the initiative and whip my butt with a small leather whip?"

Hyotei blushed slightly and glared at Lin Xiao.

Lin Xiao rarely makes a joke.

In return, he received a disdainful look from the maple leaves.

Maple Leaf transmitted its voice:
"Lin Xiao, do you still remember the scene of the dragon and phoenix battle?"

"Back then, I was outnumbered and ultimately killed by the Dragon God and the nine Dragon Kings. From then on, I learned a profound lesson: the strong are lonely, but they cannot fight alone."

"Aren't you quite accomplished in the power of the soul?"

“I think you should learn from the Dragon God and cultivate a strong person you can trust. The Dragon God created the nine Dragon Kings by dispersing his own power. Your soul system seems to be even more superior. You don’t need to disperse your own power, but your souls can grow with you and borrow your power.”

"Moreover, the relationship between the Nine Dragon Kings and the Dragon God is maintained by affection, but when interests conflict, even the deepest affection will turn against each other. You and the soul share the same fate, and the soul cannot betray you unless you are seriously injured."

"No matter how you look at it, your method is better than the Dragon God's."

Lin Xiao was somewhat stunned.

What Maple Leaf said gave him a lot to think about. As Maple Leaf said, in this world, it's all about power and background. What good is being able to fight?
"Wait! I suddenly have an idea!"

Lin Xiao is an extremely rare Soul Master who possesses the power of the soul, and there is a very profound connection between the soul and the spirit.

In Douluo Continent II, Xue Di became Huo Yuhao's soul spirit with the help of Ilex. The reason for this was that Ilex, as a necromancer, had a deep understanding of soul power.

At this moment, Lin Xiao was thinking of his own Exile Domain - Ten Thousand Soul Banner, as well as the Investiture of the Gods from his past life.

The Banner of Ten Thousand Souls is an application of soul power, encompassing various methods of soul attack, as well as the ability to imprison, confine, or nurture souls.

The soul, simply put, is a spiritual entity, and it is similar in nature to the spirit.

Another one is the Investiture of the Gods.

In the mythological system of Earth, the Investiture of the Gods was created in response to a calamity, which directly led to the establishment of the Heavenly Court. Familiar figures such as Jiang Ziya, the Five Sacred Mountains Gods, and the Thunder Gods were all conferred titles by the Investiture of the Gods. Only Nezha and Yang Jian, among others, achieved physical immortality.

Could Lin Xiao draw inspiration from the Investiture of the Gods?
Upon closer examination, this matter is indeed quite significant.

They're practically going against the divine realm, building their own small faction, and trying to undermine the foundation of the five great god-kings.

Are we going to create a God Emperor?
Lin Xiao could only manage a wry smile.

He told Maple Leaf about the strange idea that was on his mind.

He thought Maple Leaf would say he was being delusional, but to his surprise, Maple Leaf's eyes lit up and he was greatly shocked, quickly asking, "Where did you get these ideas from?"

The deep bond between Lin Xiao and Feng Ye.

There's no need to be shy about it.

He used his soul power to transmit the information into Maple Leaf's mind.

Maple leaves are like opening up a new world.

I was so engrossed in it that I couldn't come back to my senses for a long time...

(End of this chapter)