Douluo Continent: Lin Dong transmigrates into Huo Yuhao

Chapter 168 Casually Creates a Level 9 Soul Tool

Upon hearing Lin Dong's words, even though Jing Hongchen was somewhat prepared, her expression still inevitably froze.

A sixteen-year-old level nine Soul Master! If someone told him that, he would never believe it!

But this exciting and shocking fact was right before his eyes!

Ever since Lin Dong forged the Silent Dragon Thunder Spear, he had asked Lin Dong about the strangeness of the so-called Soul Tool Spirit Ascension Method.

However, Lin Dong's words were too complicated, and even involved a new term he had never heard of before called "spiritual fire".

Although Lin Dong had explained it in a very simple and easy-to-understand way, he had never seen anyone condense flames with mental power, not even Lin Dong at that time!

However, just now, Lin Dong actually said that he was going to refine a level nine soul tool, which means...

"Lin Dong, do you mean you've already been able to condense that so-called spiritual fire?"

Seeing the somewhat excited look in Jing Hongchen's eyes, Lin Dong nodded gently:

"These are just some attempts. There is still a long way to go before we can truly create a spiritual fire, but at least we can refine a level nine soul tool without any problems."

Upon hearing his words, Jing Hongchen's expression changed several times. If he had heard anyone else say this, he would have thought the man was crazy.

They actually said that refining level nine soul tools is no longer a problem!

Is this some kind of joke, treating level-nine soul tools like cabbages that anyone can easily manufacture?!

That's a level nine soul tool! At least in the original Three Kingdoms period, there had never been a soul tool of this level, yet Lin Dong is describing it so casually!

Moreover, the soul tool that Lin Dong crafted could hardly be called a soul tool, as it did not involve the most crucial aspect of a soul tool: the core magic array.

Thinking of this, Jing Hongchen couldn't help but look at Lin Dong and ask softly:

"Is your level nine soul tool just made of hard enough material? Doesn't it have any special functions?"

Lin Dong seemed surprised by the question, and after a moment of hesitation, he said softly:

"Special function? You mean something like a soul skill?"

"No, that's not the case. Soul tools usually have their own unique characteristics, which are generally related to their core magic array and materials."

"After you refined this Silent Dragon Thunder Spear, it seems there haven't been any special changes; only the lightning power attached to it is stronger."

Before Lin Dong could explain, Meng Hongchen spoke softly from the side:

"But Grandpa, I think Lin Dong's soul tool is very different from others. He can even use it to condense strange phantoms and such."

Although its function differs from others' soul tools, isn't that a kind of unique characteristic?

After listening, Jing Hongchen fell into a brief moment of thought, then nodded gently:

"Actually, what you said is not wrong, but Grandpa has never seen such a soul tool before. It is really too shocking!"

In terms of production method alone, no one on the entire continent can imitate it, not to mention that it does not need to inscribe complex core magic arrays.

In fact, the soul tools that Lin Dong crafted were much stronger than ordinary soul tools of the same level, not to mention that they could also use moves similar to soul skills.

Finally, there's a drawback that's not exactly a flaw: the power of the soul tool itself seems to be somewhat overlooked.

After hearing his words, Lin Dong simply spoke calmly:

"But Dean, if we can unleash enough power when using this soul tool ourselves, then there's no need to blindly pursue the power of the soul tool itself."

Jing Hongchen seemed to have been enlightened by his words, and looked at him thoughtfully before replying:

"You mean the focus should be on using soul tools and improving one's own strength, rather than just developing higher-level soul tools?"

"Well, that's pretty much the idea. Although soul tools are meant to enhance the strength of ordinary people, have we forgotten that our own strength is the most important thing?"

Because the barrier to entry for using soul tools is too low, haven't you ever thought that the soul tool you use might be used against you?

"And because you're solely focused on the power of your soul tools, instead of researching which techniques can unleash their full potential, isn't that putting the cart before the horse?"

After listening to Lin Dong's explanation, Meng Hongchen seemed to understand something as well, her tone carrying a hint of realization:

"You mean, the important thing isn't the soul tool itself, but the person using it, or the method of using it?"

"Hmm." Lin Dong nodded. "After all, these soul tools don't have eyes. They won't stop attacking you just because you developed them. Only your own strength is the most important thing."

Jing Hongchen had already understood Lin Dong's meaning; this was a strange phenomenon that had arisen as soul tools had developed to this point:

They no longer focus on developing their own martial spirit and strength, but only think about raising their realm in order to use higher-level soul tools.

Some even go so far as to suppress their own potential, which is why the soul masters of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy cannot gain the upper hand when fighting Shrek Academy students one-on-one.

Nodding somewhat sheepishly, he looked at Lin Dong and said softly:

"Now I finally understand why we were suppressed by Shrek Academy before you came. It turns out we relied too much on external things and neglected what we really needed to improve."

A flicker of emotion flashed in Meng Hongchen's eyes, and she nodded in strong agreement, echoing:

"Yes, our academy also has students with extremely outstanding martial souls, but they haven't developed their martial souls to their full potential. This is indeed where we fall short of Shrek Academy."

Lin Dong nodded. He had always been puzzled by this matter. They were already able to fight with their soul power, but instead of improving their own strength, they were squeezing out their potential by relying on external things.

After all, if one's own body is strong enough, why would one need to rely on external objects for defense?

Moreover, this soul tool is unlike a spiritual treasure, as it is restricted by the imprint of essence and blood.

The soul-guided cannon you were just using might turn around and be aimed at you the next second; this is no joke.

"Lin Dong, are you planning to forge a completely new one, or optimize this Silent Dragon Thunder Spear?"

Interrupted by Meng Hongchen's words, Lin Dong snapped back to reality and whispered:

"I'll continue using this Silent Dragon Thunder Spear. Refining it would consume too much mental energy. I'll reinforce it with diamond refined gold and use the thunder crystal to enhance its ability to withstand thunder power. It's just a matter of improving its quality."

Although melting such a large amount of material into the Silent Dragon Thunder Spear is no different from reforging a spear, at least having a basic structure makes things much easier.

After hearing his words, Meng Hongchen and the other looked at the materials piled up like a small mountain. This time, the materials they prepared for Lin Dong were almost ten times more than last time!

Even Jing Hongchen had never seen anyone make a soul tool that required so many rare metals.

Suppressing their shock, the two nodded and smiled, "Then let's begin."

Lin Dong nodded without further hesitation, took out the cauldron he had used before, and gently placed his hand on the cauldron's fire vent.

Having learned from his previous experience, Lin Dong's Yuan Power seed in his dantian pulsed rhythmically a few times, from which a continuous stream of Yuan Power surged forth.

As the Eye of Life on the forehead opened, the Ancestral Symbol in the Sea of ​​Spirit pulsed a few times, and three streams of energy surged out simultaneously from the Seed of Yuan Power, the forehead, and the Sea of ​​Spirit.

This strange, synthesized energy continuously flowed from his palm, passing through the firebox of the cauldron and transforming into a flame of extremely peculiar color.

Jing Hongchen and the other person watched this magical scene unfold before them. Although they had seen Lin Dong refine weapons before, the flames he summoned this time were even more mysterious than before.

Even Jing Hongchen felt a little apprehensive. If his soul were scorched by this flame, even a powerful Title Douluo would probably be burned into a fool!

Moreover, Lin Dong's control over the flames this time was so smooth and effortless that it was no longer an ordinary weapon forging process, but rather a delightful performance.

Looking at the resolute young man before her, Meng Hongchen's beautiful eyes sparkled with admiration. Unconsciously, her aesthetic sense had been influenced, as if she were about to fall into it.

However, if we observe Jing Hongchen's situation, it's not hard to notice that Meng Hongchen's seemingly intoxicated state is probably not solely due to the stirrings of a young girl's heart.

Even Jing Hongchen was so engrossed in watching that he didn't know how much time had passed before Lin Dong finished melting the nearly twenty kilograms of thunder crystal stones that had been piled up like a small mountain.

Jing Hongchen was suddenly shocked to realize that his mind had been unintentionally affected by the flames!

Jing Hongchen's eyes were filled with deep shock. Although he couldn't see through the secrets of Lin Dong's mysterious flame, he was still a powerful figure comparable to a Super Douluo, yet he was unknowingly bewitched by this flame!

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This was absolutely terrifying. Jing Hongchen broke out in a cold sweat, and out of the corner of his eye, he noticed Meng Hongchen staring wide-eyed.

At this moment, she was staring at Lin Dong almost without moving, her dazed and confused expression almost indistinguishable from being hypnotized!

A hint of helplessness flashed in Jing Hongchen's eyes. Looking at Lin Dong's completely focused expression, how could it possibly be related to him?

The only reasonable explanation is that the residual power of the flames had already caused them to lose their minds without them even realizing it!

Jing Hongchen suppressed his shock and turned his gaze to Lin Dong again. When he saw the sky outside, he realized that at least ten hours had passed!

In his wide-eyed gaze, Lin raised his hand, and a soul power hand slowly emerged, carrying the diamond gold weighing a full kilogram, and flew directly into the cauldron.

The diamonds and gold began to slowly melt the moment they came into contact with the mysterious flame.

It took another ten hours or so for the two kilograms of diamond-refined gold to be transformed into a silvery-white liquid under Lin Dong's meticulous control, with a faint diamond luster constantly shimmering on its surface.

Jing Hongchen watched this amazing scene from the side. What shocked him the most was that after such a high-intensity and long-term refining process, Lin Dong's eyes showed no signs of fatigue!

After all, Lin Dong is only a Soul Emperor. It has been almost two days and more, yet Lin Dong still looks so energetic!

Even Meng Hongchen, who had been watching from the sidelines, had fallen asleep quietly because she was feeling tired.

It was only because Jing Hongchen's cultivation level was relatively high that he was able to observe from the sidelines for so long, but even he couldn't help but feel his eyes getting a little sore after observing for so long.

But Lin Dong, who was under the greatest pressure, still looked calm and composed!

Jing Hongchen's face, filled with extreme astonishment, had become completely stiff, and for a moment he didn't know what to say.

In his ever-widening pupils, Lin Dong actually threw all kinds of rare metals into the cauldron at the same time.

Another six hours passed, and Jing Hongchen was already feeling extremely exhausted, but Lin Dong still kept his eyes fixed on the cauldron, waiting for the materials to melt.

Finally, all the metal was transformed into a beautifully colored liquid, which slowly gathered together under his mental control.

Without the slightest hesitation, Lin Dong threw the Silent Dragon Thunder Spear directly into the cauldron, and the liquid immediately clung to the Silent Dragon Thunder Spear.

Seeing this, Jing Hongchen almost completely lost her composure. Just how powerful was Lin Dong's spiritual strength?

Three or four days have passed, and he has barely rested for a second!

Judging from his appearance, he showed no sign of stopping at all. Was he planning to successfully refine this level-nine soul tool in one go?!

It should be understood that even the most top-tier Soul Masters would probably not be able to successfully create a Level 9 Soul Tool without taking a break!

After all, the mental exertion required to carve the core magic array is a huge burden even for a Title Douluo-level expert; it's not something that can be endured by willpower alone!

But seeing his calm expression, Jing Hongchen didn't dare to interrupt. Lin Dong's mysterious flame had already slapped him in the face, and he would never question Lin Dong's decision again in the short term.

After about three hours, Lin Dong finally managed to get the liquid to stick in the right place, and breathed a sigh of relief with some nervousness:

"Next comes the most crucial step..."

Even with Lin Dong's outstanding mental strength and perseverance, he felt a wave of fatigue wash over him, but now they had reached the final and most crucial step: fusion!

The Eye of Life on his forehead seemed to become even brighter, and a rich green energy spewed out again, passing through Lin Dong's palm and being channeled into the cauldron.

The moment that green energy was poured in, the original strange flames became even more ferocious, enveloping the strange liquid and seeping into the spear.

Under the scorching heat of the flames, wisps of strange smoke constantly rose from the Silent Dragon Thunder Spear, and the various liquids adhering to the surface of the spear began to boil continuously.

Under the pressure of the spiritual fire, it continuously eroded into the inside of the spear.

"Buzz!"

As these metallic properties penetrated the spear's interior, the balance seemed to be broken, and the spear shook violently, with a faint buzzing sound emanating from it.

Blinding beams of light shot out from the spear, their sharp brilliance piercing the entire room, filled with immense destructive power.

"Bang bang bang!"

A series of loud explosions shook the entire room, instantly waking Meng Hongchen, who had just been sleeping, and leaving her stunned as she stared at the terrifying scene.

If Lin Dong hadn't activated the Devouring Ancestral Symbol in time to absorb the explosive light, it would probably have instantly destroyed Jing Hongchen's office.

Under that terrifying explosion, and to the astonishment of Jing Hongchen and the other person, a tiny crack appeared visibly in the seemingly indestructible cauldron.

Lin Dong's pupils suddenly contracted. At this most critical moment, the furnace had actually exploded!

(End of this chapter)