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Chapter 7 Choosing the First Soul Ring (Please read on... vote... recommend... add to your favorites)
Under Xue Qinglan's control, the Ice Phoenix's flight became exceptionally smooth, without even the slightest turbulence.

The protective shield blocked out the biting wind, leaving only the dreamlike light refracted by the ice crystals flowing around. Rather than traveling, it was more like Xue Qinglan deliberately creating a safe and comfortable "cradle".

Ling Han pressed himself against that cool, soft surface, the refreshing fragrance lingering around his nose. He felt completely at ease, and the feigned "fear" had long since vanished.

Her little face was buried in the fabric of Xue Qinglan's back, secretly and contentedly taking several deep breaths of the top-grade, intoxicating fragrance of icy lotus, while her inner self was already laughing wildly with her hands on her hips:

(Inner monologue: Take off! This is a steal! Sister Xue's waist is so slender and supple, it feels amazing to hug her! Her body temperature is like a natural air conditioner, wouldn't it be wonderful to sleep with her in the summer? Hehehe, plan in action! When will I get the Oscar that the Oscars owe me?)

He thought his acting was flawless, his little movements extremely subtle, unaware of the satisfied inhalation he took with each breath.

Every time she secretly curled up her lips after succeeding, every time she unconsciously relaxed her body slightly due to comfort, it was like a firefly in the dark. In the perception of Xue Qinglan, a super Douluo with a spiritual power as vast as the sea, every detail was clearly visible.

Xue Qinglan's face remained as cold and aloof as a snow-capped peak, her icy blue eyes fixed on the boundless ice plains ahead, as if she were focused on controlling the ice.

However, she subtly adjusted her posture to make the "little pendant" behind her more comfortable. The blush behind her ears, which had been forcibly suppressed by the cold air, seemed to stubbornly reappear, only to be covered by an even stronger chill.

(Inner monologue: This little rascal... he seems quite engrossed in sucking on it. He's becoming increasingly comfortable holding me. Oh well, after being exposed to this frigid northern winds for so long, his cultivation level really can't withstand it. I'll just use him as a human heater... no, an ice heater.)
A subtle, almost helpless indulgence quietly spread through the depths of her eternally frozen heart.

Time passed smoothly during the flight.

Ling Han was initially immersed in the immense joy of "successfully gaining an advantage," but later, enveloped by the cool comfort and sense of security, coupled with the tension and mental strain of the previous performance, drowsiness slowly crept in.

The little head bobbed on Xue Qinglan's back, and the arms that were wrapped around her waist gradually lost their strength, and it looked like it was about to slip off.

Just as his arm was about to slip away—

"Mmm..." A soft murmur filled with sleepiness escaped Ling Han's lips. He subconsciously hugged her tighter, nuzzling her face against him, searching for a more comfortable position, unconsciously muttering indistinct words: "Sister Xue...smells so good...cool...comfortable..."

Although the sound was soft, Xue Qinglan could hear it clearly at such a close distance.

Xue Qinglan's body stiffened almost imperceptibly.

That unconscious dependence and judgment, like an extremely light feather, precisely brushed across a terribly unfamiliar corner of her heart. Beneath the cold exterior, something seemed to have been gently touched.

(Inner monologue: ...Asleep? This little rascal, he's so carefree. I guess I really exhausted him, or... does he think I'm safe enough around him?)
She lowered her eyes, scanned the area behind her with her spiritual power, and confirmed that the little one's breathing was steady and long, indicating that he was indeed fast asleep.

That chubby little face had lost its cunning and smugness, leaving only an unguarded tranquility. Long eyelashes cast a small shadow under the eyelids, making it look rather endearing.

A fleeting, incredibly gentle expression, one she herself was unaware of, flashed across her sculpted profile. It was as quick as an illusion.

She neither woke him up nor pushed him away.

With just a slight thought, the protective barrier around him became even more solid, completely isolating the last trace of chill that might disturb his peaceful sleep.

The Ice Phoenix's flight path became increasingly stable, and its speed subtly slowed down, as if afraid of disturbing the little passenger on its back who was fast asleep.

(Inner monologue: The spirit ring thing... Oh well, let him sleep a little longer. This unguarded look is much more pleasing to the eye than his 'actor' act.)
The icy blue streak of light swept across the silent far northern sky, no longer rushing like lightning, but like a leisurely ribbon, gracefully weaving between ice crystals and clouds.

The destination was still ahead, but at this moment, time seemed to stretch out infinitely, leaving only this quiet little world on the back of the Ice Phoenix.

The little "movie star" slept soundly, a satisfied smile unconsciously curving his lips, as if he was still savoring the cool touch and refreshing fragrance in his dream.

He was completely unaware that his posture of shedding all pretense and relying entirely on others was imprinted more deeply in the eyes of the powerful guardian behind him than any of his previous "exquisite" performances.

As Xue Qinglan felt the heavy, warm, and real dependence behind her, and felt the slight rise and fall of his even breathing through her clothes, the corners of her lips, which had been frozen for thousands of years, finally moved upwards slightly, no longer with an almost invisible curve.

A faint smile, as gentle as falling snow.

This "high-altitude flight experience" is probably more memorable for this little guy than the spirit ring itself.

For her, the unexpected feeling of being "deliberately" and "unpreparedly" relied upon by a cunning little devil while flying... didn't seem to be entirely a burden.

The frigid winds of the ice field howled outside the protective shield, while inside, there was a strange warmth and tranquility.

But good times are always so short.

……

As the icy blue light tore through the eternally gray sky of the far north, like a falling star, it finally landed slowly on a vast ice plain covered with millennia-old black ice.

With an elegant wave of her hand, Xue Qinglan caused the enormous phantom of the ice phoenix to dissipate into specks of cold light. She landed lightly, like a snow lotus blooming on an ice field, while Ling Han was supported by her gentle soul power and placed steadily on the solid ice surface.

"Hiss... So cold! But... So refreshing!" After landing, Ling Han shivered from the cold, but his Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Martial Soul cheered like a prodigal son returning home. The extreme cold here was no longer a burden for him, but rather a source of nourishment for his Martial Soul, even sweeping away the discomfort from the flight. He greedily inhaled a deep breath of the icy yet incredibly pure air, feeling every cell in his body leap with joy.

[Ding! Host has arrived at the core area of ​​the far north. Mission objective: Hunt and absorb the target's spirit ring. Please explore with caution.] "Understood!" Ling Han's spirits lifted, his eyes gleaming with excitement. "Sister Xue, let's get started! Let's find that most dazzling ice-type spirit beast cub!"

With a level 96 Super Douluo as his bodyguard, Ling Han felt more confident than ever before. He unleashed his spiritual power (though it was still very weak), and with the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Martial Soul's natural affinity for top-tier ice-type bloodlines, under Xue Qinglan's protection, he began his "Soul Ring Selection" journey.

The process went surprisingly smoothly.

Perhaps it was the overbearing aura of the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor, or perhaps it was the Super Douluo pressure released by Xue Qinglan intentionally or unintentionally that dispelled it. The powerful ice-type soul beasts they encountered along the way, whether they were ferocious Icefield Demon Bears or packs of Ice Soul Wolves breathing out icy breaths, all kept their distance from them, only daring to cast wary glances from the shadows of ice peaks or glaciers.

Just half a day later, at the edge of a frigid pool surrounded by giant ice pillars, Ling Han stopped and stared at the center of the pool with shining eyes.

There, a giant crocodile, over five meters long and covered in diamond-like, shimmering ice crystal scales, lazily lay on an ice floe, basking in the sun. It emanated powerful ice-attribute energy fluctuations, its aura reaching approximately five thousand years! What attracted Ling Han most were its thick, powerful tail and the sharp, sword-like ice crystal spurs on its back, exuding an aura of immense power.

"That's it! The Ice Crystal Armored Crocodile! Its bloodline is ancient, its defense and strength are incredibly strong, perfectly matching my ultimate power attribute, and its ice attribute is pure enough!" Ling Han excitedly pointed at the target, "The age is just right too! Sister Xue, help me hold it down!"

Xue Qinglan nodded slightly, without even using her martial spirit. She simply extended her slender finger and pointed it towards the center of the icy pool.

In an instant, an invisible, terrifyingly cold aura enveloped the entire icy pool!

The water in the pool froze at a speed visible to the naked eye, and even the air seemed to solidify.

The five-thousand-year-old ice crystal crocodile didn't even have time to react before it was completely frozen in a huge, transparent block of ice. Even its eyes remained in their previous lazy state, with only boundless fear revealed deep within them.

Kill instantly with one move!

"Done!" Ling Han cheered, and with a thought, the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Martial Soul instantly possessed him!

A layer of fine, icy blue dragon scales quickly covered his right arm and half of his chest, and his five fingers transformed into sharp dragon claws, radiating a chilling light.

He let out a low growl, and his dragon-transformed right claw easily tore through the hard, dark ice. He took a deep breath, his eyes no longer showing any hint of jest, only utmost seriousness and longing.

"My first spirit ring, here I come!"

He sat cross-legged on the ice, focusing his mind into his body and fully activating the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Martial Soul.

An icy blue dragon shadow appeared behind him, letting out a deep and majestic dragon roar.

He guided his soul power, carefully touching the deep purple soul ring that was slowly condensing above the Ice Crystal Armored Crocodile's corpse.

Om-!
The moment the spirit ring was attached to his body, an extremely violent energy surged into Ling Han's meridians like a dam breaking and an icy torrent bursting forth! At the same time, a fierce, cold, and primal will crashed into his sea of ​​consciousness!
"Hmph!" Ling Han grunted, his body trembling violently. A thin layer of frost instantly covered his skin, and a trickle of blood even escaped from the corner of his mouth. The energy and will of a top-tier soul beast from five thousand years ago far exceeded the limits of an ordinary soul master's first soul ring!
"Young Master Xiao Han, guard your mind! Guide your soul power to subdue it!" Xue Qinglan's cool voice rang in his ears, carrying a reassuring power. She did not directly intervene, but only released a wisp of gentle spiritual power to protect Ling Han's core consciousness, preventing him from being overwhelmed by the violent will.

Ling Han gritted his teeth, his eyes bloodshot. The phantom of the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor roared behind him, and the power of extreme ice surged wildly within his body, resisting the invading cold current. The ultimate power suppressed the savage force. His will was like a rock, unmoved amidst the raging waves.

"A mere crocodile... dares to overturn the heavens?! Submit to me!" Ling Han roared in his mind, unleashing the full might of the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor.

The dragon's might, belonging to the top of the food chain, exerted absolute suppression on the remaining beast soul of the Ice Crystal Armored Crocodile! Its originally raging energy and will, as if encountering its nemesis, instantly became much more docile. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Ling Han fully guided this massive energy to cleanse and expand his meridians, ultimately channeling it into his dantian.

After an unknown amount of time, when the last trace of violent energy was tamed, the deep purple soul ring completely stabilized, quietly hovering behind Ling Han, radiating a powerful yet restrained light.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, on successfully absorbing your first spirit ring (5123 Ice Crystal Armored Crocodile)! Your spirit power level has increased to level 22! (The top-tier spirit beast possesses abundant primordial energy, but the host's body's absorption capacity was too poor, resulting in a breakthrough of two levels.)]

[Ding! Mission "First Time in the Far North" completed! Reward: 1. Initial activation permission for the Permafrost Domain (The host can initially invoke the power of the domain to freeze a small area around themselves).]

[2. One random Ice-type Soul Bone (Left Arm Bone)!]

[3. Summoning Points x1000!]

4. One random summon card (50-99 level Soul Power)

"It's done!" Ling Han suddenly opened his eyes, his icy blue vertical pupils gleaming with a sharp light!

He felt the surging, powerful soul force within his body, far surpassing his previous strength, and the sensation of his entire body being tempered by ice crystals, brimming with explosive power (soul ring enhancement). He couldn't help but roar to the sky, and the sound of his dragon's roar echoed far and wide across the vast ice plain!

He couldn't wait to try out his first soul skill.

With a thought, the purple soul ring suddenly lit up, accompanied by a deep dragon roar, and the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Martial Soul instantly possessed him!
The icy blue dragon scales spread like living things, instantly covering the entire body and forming a ferocious yet magnificent ice crystal dragon armor!

His figure seemed to have grown taller, his muscles bulging beneath the dragon scales, and an extremely violent sense of power filled his entire body!
"First Soul Skill: Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Body!"

Soul Skill activated! A halo of icy blue energy erupted from Ling Han's body!
He clearly felt that, based on the deep dragon transformation of his martial soul, his strength and defense instantly increased by 200%! His speed also increased by 100% like an arrow released from a bow! At this moment, he felt that he could shatter mountains with a single punch and confront giant beasts head-on!

"Drink!" Ling Han shouted, and his fist, covered in ice crystal dragon scales, slammed into a piece of ancient ice several meters high next to him!
Without using any fancy techniques, it was purely brute force amplified by the soul skill in dragon form!
Boom——! ! !
The hard, millennia-old ice was as fragile as glass, shattering into dust the moment it came into contact with the glass!
The terrifying shockwave even cracked the surrounding ground! This pure sense of power was a domineering manifestation of the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor Martial Soul!
"Hahaha! Awesome! So awesome! All-around enhancement, strength and defense doubled! This is the kind of prestige I, the Ice Prison Dragon Emperor, should have!" Ling Han looked at his body covered with magnificent dragon scales and containing explosive power, and was extremely excited.

(End of this chapter)