It's not just the healing system; other support system Spirits also have limited growth potential, making it difficult for them to reach high levels.
As the world's top support system Spirit Master, Ning Fengzhi's spirit power only reached level seventy-nine.
Dragon Chen speculated that Nine Heart Begonia, like Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, had limitations on its Spirit quality, making breakthroughs difficult.
When Ye Lingling's maternal grandmother passed away, her spirit power was level seventy-two.
Ye Susu is forty-five years old this year, with a spirit power of sixty-five, which is considered relatively high talent among the Nine Heart Begonia Soul Master Clan.
Most Nine Heart Begonia Soul Masters can never break through level seventy in their lifetime.
However, for Ye Susu, breaking through level ninety was still an unattainable existence.
Upon learning that Nine Heart Begonia could reach the higher Saint Heart Sea棠 realm, Dragon Chen felt a pleasant surprise.
Perhaps that Qiluo Tulip Immortal Herb could truly change the fate of Ye Lingling's Nine Heart Sea棠 Clan.
"Long Chen, don't overthink it. Lingling will gradually get used to it. You've also had a tiring day, so go back to your room and rest early."
"Understood. Uncle, Aunt, good night."
"Good night."
Watching Dragon Chen's retreating back, Ye Susu sighed.
"Long Chen awakened a Spirit with an evil attribute, and he even has innate full spirit power. What if he can't control that power?"
"Yes, if Long Chen hadn't been born with full spirit power, I would have advised him to give up cultivating so he wouldn't become a fallen one. But he's a genius, and we can't interfere with his life. We can only try our best to guide him, protect him, and keep him on the right path."
"Tianming, I believe in Long Chen. After his mother's funeral is handled, you should take him to hunt Spirit Beasts, right?"
"Understood."
For Mrs. Ye Tianming, Dragon Chen, like Ye Lingling, was a child they cherished.
They also looked forward to Dragon Chen's growth.
Ye Lingling's grandmother's funeral was quickly handled.
These past few days, with Dragon Chen's careful companionship, Ye Lingling's mood had eased considerably, but she was no longer as lively and cheerful as before.
One day, Mrs. Ye Tianming called Dragon Chen and Ye Lingling to the study.
On the table in front of them were two exquisite wooden boxes.
Ye Tianming smiled and said:
"Long Chen, Lingling, you are about to officially step into the Spirit Master ranks. Dad and Mom have prepared a gift for you. Open them and see."
Dragon Chen and Ye Lingling exchanged glances, then carefully opened the boxes in front of them.
The contents of the two boxes looked similar, each containing two items: one was a dagger, and the other resembled a belt.
Dragon Chen asked:
"Uncle Ye, are these storage devices?"
"Yes, storage devices are essential for Spirit Masters. Both of you try them on."
Dragon Chen and Ye Lingling exchanged smiles, then tried on the storage devices around their waists.
"Very good, thank you, Uncle, Aunt."
Dragon Chen's gaze fell on the dagger.
After picking it up, he carefully drew it out, and a dazzling cold light flashed, sending a chill down one's spine.
"Long Chen, this dagger is incredibly sharp and can cut through metal. Be careful when using it to avoid cutting yourself."
"Understood, thank you, Aunt."
Dragon Chen put the dagger into the storage device.
Ye Tianming continued:
"Long Chen, tomorrow I'll take you to Sunset Forest to hunt a Spirit Beast to help you acquire your first spirit ring. After we return, I'll send you both to the academy."
"Okay."
Dragon Chen looked at Ye Lingling beside him and said softly:
"Lingling, want to come with us to hunt Spirit Beasts?"
"Understood."
Ye Lingling nodded gently, not saying much more.
Ye Tianming stroked Ye Lingling's head.
"Good, then I'll take both of you."
Sunset Forest is two hundred li east of Heaven Dou City. It's not large, and most of the Spirit Beasts in the forest have cultivation levels below ten thousand years.
Dragon Chen's first spirit ring only needed to come from a hundred-year Spirit Beast.
Therefore, even with two children who had just awakened their Spirits, it was very safe.
The next day, Ye Tianming brought Dragon Chen and Ye Lingling to Sunset Forest.
A rich and fresh natural aura wafted over them.
Towering ancient trees stood tall, their trunks covered with moss and vines, appearing ancient and weathered.
Occasionally, bird calls and beast roars echoed through the forest, sometimes distant, sometimes near, but all full of wild vitality.
Sunlight filtered through the dense canopy, forming dappled light and shadow, adding a touch of tranquility and fantasy to the forest.
Beneath this serene exterior, countless Spirit Beasts lurked, either hidden in the grass or climbing in the treetops, quietly observing the outsiders entering the forest.
The three walked along a winding path, occasionally seeing some small Spirit Beasts darting through, leaving a trail of panicked footprints.
This was Dragon Chen and Ye Lingling's first time in a Soul Beast Forest, and both were very curious about everything around them.
Ye Tianming walked at the front, vigilantly observing his surroundings.
His gaze was sharp, as if he could penetrate all disguises and capture the traces of Spirit Beasts.
"Long Chen, your first spirit ring can come from a hundred-year-old Spirit Beast, anything that can emit sound waves will do."
"Understood, Uncle Ye, you decide."
The three continued to advance.
Dusk gradually fell.
Ye Tianming planned to find an open space to rest for the night and continue searching for a suitable Spirit Beast tomorrow.
Suddenly, a strange sound came.
The three immediately stopped.
Listening carefully, the sound was like a baby crying.
Ye Lingling was a little curious.
"Dad, why would there be a child crying in this forest?"
Ye Tianming shook his head.
"That's not a child; it's a cunning Spirit Beast. It deliberately uses a baby's cry to lure prey into its trap."
"Uncle Ye, do you know what kind of Spirit Beast makes that sound?"
"It's a type of sheep Spirit Beast called a 'Human-faced Demon Sheep,' known for its unique cry and cunning nature. It's not common in the Soul Beast Forest."
"Human-faced Demon Sheep?"
Dragon Chen became even more curious.
Ye Tianming continued to explain:
"The Human-faced Demon Sheep gets its name from the human-like facial patterns on its head. They are skilled at using a baby-like cry to confuse their prey, and once the prey gets close, they suddenly launch an attack."
As Ye Tianming spoke, his mental force probed in the direction from which the sound came.
"That Human-faced Demon Sheep is nearby, with a cultivation level of over a hundred years. It's perfect for your first spirit ring. Let's go take a look."
"Understood."
Dragon Chen and Ye Lingling followed behind Ye Tianming, their steps becoming more cautious.
Suddenly, a black shadow darted out from the bushes.
Ye Tianming, with quick eyes and hands, released his Golden Eagle Spirit and, with lightning speed, firmly pinned the black shadow to the ground.
It was indeed that Human-faced Demon Sheep.
It truly had the body of a sheep and a human-like face, completely black, with two sharp horns emitting black aura, and four incredibly sharp claws.