"Are… are you joking? Do you even know what the Divine Realm is? There are several Divine Kings, dozens of first-class Gods, and countless second and third-class Gods there. Even the weakest among them is a hundred times stronger than the continent's Ultimate Douluos," Skydream Iceworm asked shakily. The descendant of Nuwa's words were so terrifying that it couldn't believe them.
"Since arriving in this world with the Holy Spirit Pearl, I've sensed the so-called Divine King-level auras you mentioned. It's precisely because I understand them that I'm making this judgment. While I am a descendant of Lady Nuwa, my full power is not even a fraction of hers. That said, to be honest, I still don't feel the Divine King-level power is all that impressive," the descendant of Nuwa said calmly. Her tone, however, made Skydream Iceworm subconsciously believe her words.
Her confidence was simply too overwhelming. That kind of aura—completely dismissive of Divine Kings—was impossible to fake.
"So, does that mean you can save Xiao Tian? And… if Xiao Tian has obtained your Holy Spirit Pearl, will he grow to the same level as Lady Nuwa?" Skydream Iceworm asked hopefully. If that were true, it would be an enormous gain.
But the descendant of Nuwa immediately poured cold water on its hopes, shaking her head. "Reaching the level of Lady Nuwa? That's impossible. The Holy Spirit Pearl is just one of Lady Nuwa's artifacts. Even if fully developed, it can't reach her realm."
Hearing this, Skydream Iceworm felt disappointed. But the descendant of Nuwa quickly followed up with a statement that pulled it back from despair. "Don't be so obvious about your disappointment. While Xiao Tian may not grow to possess the extraordinary powers of Lady Nuwa, reaching my level is still possible."
"The Holy Spirit Pearl, since arriving in this world, has adapted to this world's rules and started to condense its own God Position. I am the examiner and guide for Xiao Tian to achieve this God Position. This God Position far surpasses the ones you've called Divine King-level. Don't worry—you've made the right choice."
"Wonderful! Then, I beg you, please save Xiao Tian!" Skydream Iceworm's hope reignited. It wasn't greedy; if Tian Lin could inherit even a first-class God Position, it would already be satisfied.
Now, with the possibility of a super Divine King-level God Position, what was there to worry about?
The descendant of Nuwa smiled slightly and said, "Alright. However, this will be the only time I can help him. Oh, and, Little Worm, don't tell Xiao Tian about me for now. When he officially starts his trials, I'll reveal myself and meet him."
"Got it, big sister!" Skydream Iceworm nodded repeatedly. It dared not disobey this mysterious and unfathomable descendant of Nuwa. Otherwise, if it ended up as roasted silkworm, it would be too tragic.
The figure of the descendant of Nuwa merged back into the Holy Spirit Pearl. At this moment, the Holy Spirit Pearl emitted a dazzling light. The Holy Breath Domain began to transform—it became not only more sacred but also expanded in range.
The entire Ice and Fire Well was now enveloped in the barrier. Within its embrace, the herbs started to grow rapidly. Some herbs that would've needed one or two years to mature were now ripening almost instantly.
"What incredible vitality! Xiao Tian's Holy Breath Domain has evolved into the Holy Spirit Domain!" Skydream Iceworm exclaimed joyfully.
"Little Worm, I've sealed 700,000 years of your soul ring's age for now, leaving 200,000 years for you to handle. With only 100,000 years of energy remaining in Xiao Tian's body, he should be able to endure it under the Holy Spirit Domain." The descendant of Nuwa's voice echoed in Skydream Iceworm's mind.
"Got it, but my sealing skills aren't refined. I'm afraid the 200,000 years of energy might gradually leak," Skydream Iceworm said awkwardly. It had only just broken through to a million years and hadn't had time to learn much yet.
"Then make sure to remind Xiao Tian to cultivate diligently. As his level increases, the soul ring can gradually be unsealed. Or, find other ways to utilize the excess energy. Otherwise, the leaking energy will simply go to waste. Remember, apart from the sword and the Holy Spirit Pearl, there's something else that came with me to this world. That object will be Xiao Tian's greatest trial in the future. Make sure to urge him to stay vigilant," the descendant of Nuwa warned.
"Big sister, what trial? Please explain more clearly!" Skydream Iceworm asked anxiously. But it couldn't get any response now—the descendant of Nuwa had likely retreated into the depths of the Holy Spirit Pearl to slumber once more.
At this moment, under the Holy Spirit Domain's support, Tian Lin's body and soul were healing at an incredible rate. The previously unconscious Tian Lin slowly opened his eyes and murmured, "Brother Skyream… are we dead?"
Skydream Iceworm shook his soul sea violently. "Dead, my foot! Your domain evolves! What are you waiting for? Quickly meditate and absorb the soul ring and soul bone in one go this time!"
"Alright, Brother Skyream!" Though Tian Lin didn't understand why his Holy Spirit Pearl had suddenly become so powerful, he knew this was a golden opportunity.
He activated his meditation technique and focused all his effort on absorbing the soul ring and soul bone. Although it was still immensely painful, it was now within Tian Lin's tolerance. This pain—he could endure!
As the million-year soul ring continuously damaged his body, the Holy Spirit Domain rapidly repaired it. In this cycle of destruction and recovery, seven days passed.
Finally, on the seventh night, a thunderous roar resounded through the forest. Tian Lin's massive spiritual power enveloped the entire Sunset Forest.
Within the forest, countless soul beasts were terrified, their souls scattering. Even ten-thousand-year spiritual beasts couldn't compare to such immense spiritual power. They all speculated that perhaps one of the fearsome beasts from the Star Dou Forest had come to inspect the area.
Skydream Iceworm was ecstatic. "Haha! Xiao Tian, you did it! My million-year soul ring and soul bone have perfectly merged with you. From now on, you and I will become the strongest beings!"
"Yes! Thank you, Brother Skyream!" Looking up at the sky, Tian Lin recalled the past few days. They had been the most painful of his life. Now that the hardship was over, a single tear slipped down his cheek.
"Xiao Tian, what's wrong? Was the pain from these past few days too much? This is something every strong person must go through. You should be happy now. Do you know how powerful your spiritual energy is right now? Although your level limits you from using most of it, you could easily crush most Soul Emperors and even some weaker Soul Sages!" Skydream Iceworm consoled him.
Tian Lin shook his head. "No, Brother Skyream. That pain wasn't enough to make me cry. What truly sets me free is the weight that's been pressing on my shoulders—Spirit Hall. I've always worried that I wouldn't be able to protect my family and friends from them. But now, I'm no longer afraid."
"Spirit Hall, the two empires, whoever they are—bring it on!"
"Xiao Tian, what's there to fear about them? Don't forget, we have even bigger goals," Skydream Iceworm said dismissively. After all, it knew the Holy Spirit Pearl housed a soul surpassing even Divine Kings.
Though she couldn't directly intervene for Tian Lin, she could guide him to godhood. Once Tian Lin inherited the God Position, neither the Douluo Continent nor the Divine Realm would have any power that could stop him.
"You're right, Brother Skyream. My vision was too narrow." Tian Lin wiped away his tears and smiled. He had completely calmed down.
He then sat cross-legged and began refining his soul power. With the million-year soul ring and soul bone, his soul power had advanced. He discovered he had already broken through to level 50, though his exact level would only be confirmed after obtaining his fifth soul ring.