Douluo stared blankly at the vertical pupil between Luo Ling's brows.
Still reeling from the terrifying effect of that soul skill, he then saw Luo Ling's external soul bone.
This external soul bone was very similar to the soul bead of the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger.
Luo Ling could sense that this should be that soul bead; after absorbing some power to form a soul ring, the remaining material became this soul bone, also fused with the mark of the evil god.
"It should be called the Eye of the Evil God," Luo Ling said, sensing it.
"Yes, this vertical pupil greatly enhances my mental power, and at the same time makes me immune to all mental attacks,"
he continued. "Also, the Eye of the Evil God carries the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger's strongest ability, the Evil Death Pact."
"It forms an alternate dimension that forcibly pulls the target in. Besides my own release, only the death of one party can open the space. The target pulled into the alternate dimension will suffer from the corrosive effect of evil energy, with all abilities reduced by 50%."
As Luo Ling spoke, a look of surprise appeared on his face.
To his surprise, the corrosive effect of this evil energy could be stacked with his Raven Shadow Puppet's fifth soul skill, Evil Aura. Of course, the stacking didn't directly weaken all abilities by 100%, but rather by a total of 75%.
Even so, it was still incredibly powerful.
Ghost Douluo stood there, numb.
He looked at Luo Ling as if he were a monster, even doubting whether he could defeat Luo Ling at his full power.
After the Martial Soul Fusion, Luo Ling's soul power level was estimated to be close to that of a Soul Emperor, nearing a Soul Saint. Add to that the soul skill from the external soul bone, and the Raven Shadow Puppet's fifth soul skill…
Ghost Douluo couldn't help but shudder.
Looking up at Ghost Douluo, Luo Ling shook his head helplessly.
It seemed this veteran Title Douluo had been completely defeated. But then again, Luo Ling also felt his soul skill had reached a heaven-defying level.
He even wondered if he could fight Tang Hao.
His gaze deepened as he thought of his own Soul of Desire's fifth soul skill.
Isn't this exactly what was prepared for Tang Hao?
...
In the Star Dou Great Forest, on the other side.
Yu Xiaogang was watching Flander fight a thousand-year-old soul beast.
This was a four-thousand-year-old Mandragora Snake.
When it comes to poisonous soul beasts, the Mandragora Snake is naturally one of the best.
Tang San's first soul ring was provided by the Mandragora Snake, and Yu Xiaogang knew this very well.
He had spent two days wandering the Star Dou Great Forest before finding this Mandragora Snake.
Flander did not recommend that Yu Xiaogang absorb this Mandragora Snake, because the Mandragora Snake's venom was too terrifying.
He preferred that Yu Xiaogang choose some soul beasts with less lethal venom, but Yu Xiaogang firmly refused.
Yu Xiaogang's heart was very firm, and he firmly believed in his theory!
Tang San could absorb the Mandragora Snake, so could he!
Not far away, the battle between Flander and the Mandragora Snake was nearing its end.
Flander swiftly snatched the venomous fangs from the Mandragora Serpent, then unleashed a powerful wind blade that slashed fiercely at its body, instantly turning it into a bloody mess.
With a mournful cry, the Mandragora Serpent collapsed.
Flander returned to Yu Xiaogang's side, still somewhat worried as he looked at the dying Mandragora Serpent.
"Xiaogang, are you really sure you want to absorb this Mandragora Serpent?"
"Of course! Didn't I already tell you my theory?" Yu Xiaogang was somewhat annoyed by Flander's repeated questioning.
Seeing this, Flander knew he couldn't persuade Yu Xiaogang and could only sigh.
"Then go ahead, I'll protect you." He shook his head, saying no more.
Yu Xiaogang, oblivious to Flander's expression, excitedly walked to the Mandragora Serpent's body, pulled out a dagger, and plunged it fiercely into the vital wound.
"Hiss..." With a final mournful cry, the Mandragora Snake closed its eyes in despair.
A purple spirit ring slowly condensed.
Yu Xiaogang didn't hesitate, immediately sitting cross-legged and releasing Luo Sanpao, slowly drawing the Mandragora Snake's spirit ring towards him.
Luo Sanpao sensed the approaching spirit ring and instinctively felt a repulsion, but Yu Xiaogang ignored it and forcibly began absorbing it.
"My theory must be correct! If Xiao San's Blue Silver Grass can absorb it, my Luo Sanpao can too!" Yu Xiaogang muttered to himself as if possessed, then closed his eyes.
Flander could only watch cautiously.
...
In a nearby forest, Luo Ling had already seen Yu Xiaogang and Flander through the crows.
Seeing the corpse of the Mandragora Snake beside Yu Xiaogang, he had to admit that Yu Xiaogang was bold.
"Your Highness, aren't we going back?" Ghost Douluo asked curiously.
They had been wandering in the forest for a while, but Luo Ling had no intention of returning to Soto City.
"Wait a little longer, I'll show you a good show." Luo Ling smiled mysteriously.
Ghost Douluo looked bewildered, but still followed Luo Ling forward.
After about ten minutes, Luo Ling stopped on a large tree, and Ghost Douluo also stopped, looking in the direction Luo Ling was pointing.
He was stunned for a moment upon seeing them.
There stood Yu Xiaogang and Flander.
"Your Highness, how did you know they were here?" Ghost Douluo was somewhat surprised.
They had stopped following Yu Xiaogang shortly after entering the Star Dou Great Forest; they had gone to the mixed area closer to the core, while Yu Xiaogang remained on the outer perimeter.
"That's not important, let's just enjoy the show." Luo Ling waved his hand, still looking at Yu Xiaogang.
"Yu Xiaogang is absorbing a spirit ring, does Your Highness intend to interrupt him?" Ghost Douluo also looked down at Yu Xiaogang.
"I won't disturb his good time." Luo Ling shook his head; he was eagerly anticipating the changes in Yu Xiaogang after absorbing the Mandragora Serpent.
What would happen if Luo Sanpao were poisoned?
Seeing that Luo Ling had no intention of explaining, Ghost Douluo didn't press further, only watching curiously.
A short while later, Yu Xiaogang slowly absorbed the spirit ring, seemingly without any abnormalities.
Yu Xiaogang opened his eyes, his face full of joy.
"How is it, Xiaogang?" Flander rushed over, relieved to see Yu Xiaogang looking normal.
"Haha! I knew my theory was correct!" Yu Xiaogang laughed triumphantly.
The purple fourth spirit ring, formed from the Mandragora Serpent, pulsed on his body.
Yu Xiaogang couldn't wait to summon Luo Sanpao to check on him.
Luo Sanpao appeared on the grass, his body seemingly unchanged, but looking much more haggard than before.
Yu Xiaogang frowned, assuming Luo Sanpao's appearance was due to the considerable energy he had expended absorbing the spirit ring.
He took out a few radishes from his spirit tool and tossed them to Luo Sanpao.
"Eat quickly, let's test our spirit skills!" he shouted, issuing the order.
Luo Sanpao weakly gnawed on the radishes on the ground, his complexion improving slightly.
Yu Xiaogang nodded and walked towards the forest, with Flander following behind.
Luo Ling didn't hesitate either, carefully following behind with Ghost Douluo.