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In an instant, dozens of wind blades streaked across the sky, landing on the stone statue of the Qianjun Ant Emperor.
With a loud explosion, the statue shattered into pieces. Black soul power erupted from the stone, forming a black soul ring that settled among the scattered rubble.
Although the Qianjun Ant Emperor had been turned to stone by Medusa's Gaze, being a soul beast, it still exploded with a soul ring after being broken into fragments by Dai Weisi's White Tiger Earth Slash.
Unfortunately, Dai Weisi's luck wasn't on his side this time. While the Qianjun Ant Emperor's soul ring appeared, it didn't drop its soul bone.
If it had, Dai Weisi would have obtained an 80,000-year-old soul bone.
"Roar! Roar!"
Seeing their brother defeated so easily, the remaining two Qianjun Ant Emperors ceased fighting and burrowed underground, fleeing. Dugu Bo didn't give chase.
An 80,000-year-old soul beast isn't so easily defeated. Dugu Bo had expended 30% of his soul power to turn one of them to stone.
Dai Weisi didn't want the Qianjun Ant Emperor to die so soon either. As a power-type soul beast with some earth attributes, the Qianjun Ant Emperor would make an excellent soul ring for him.
His fifth soul ring was the 30,000-year-old Darkgolden Terrorclaw Bear, and his sixth could be the Dark Demon Evil Tiger. By the time he reached his seventh soul ring, perhaps he could consider the Qianjun Ant Emperor, or even go further and aim for the Titan Giant Ape's soul ring.
After driving away the remaining two Qianjun Ant Emperors, Dugu Bo dispelled the surrounding poison mist, while Dai Weisi walked over to Yang Wudi and his grandson, Yang Zhen.
"Senior Yang Wudi, are you alright?"
"It's nothing! Thank you both for saving my life."
Yang Wudi spoke casually, but there was a hint of confusion on his face. He looked at Dai Weisi and asked, "Young friend, who exactly are you? How do you know my name? Have we met before?"
"Haha, the name of the Broken Clan's patriarch is well-known. I, as the Grand Prince of the Star Luo Empire, have naturally heard of you."
"I recognized your martial soul as the Broken Soul Spear, and given your soul power at level 75, I knew immediately that you were the patriarch of the Broken Clan, Senior Yang Wudi."
Hearing this, Yang Wudi was taken aback. He hadn't expected the person before him to be the Grand Prince of the Star Luo Empire. He immediately bowed and said, "So, it is His Highness the Grand Prince! Zhen'er, hurry up and thank His Highness for saving us!"
Yang Wudi's tone was respectful, with no sign of arrogance. After all, the Broken Clan had settled within the Star Luo Empire's borders, and offending the Grand Prince wouldn't benefit them.
"Thank you, Your Highness, for saving us!" Yang Zhen, Yang Wudi's grandson, also bowed in thanks.
Dai Weisi observed Yang Zhen and noticed his soul power had already surpassed level 31. Clearly, Yang Wudi had come to the Star Dou Forest to help Yang Zhen obtain his third soul ring.
"Haha, no need for formalities!" Dai Weisi smiled, his gaze shifting from Yang Zhen to Yang Wudi.
"I've long heard that Senior Yang Wudi is skilled in alchemy, and I've admired you for a long time. I've always wanted to visit, but I never had the chance. Who would've thought we'd meet here today?"
"Ha ha, I too admire Your Highness. The Star Luo Empire has been flourishing in recent years, growing stronger by the day. Even the Spirit Hall does not dare underestimate the strength of the Star Luo Empire.
"It's said in the rumors that the Star Luo Empire's rise to power is thanks to Your Highness. I've also heard that Your Highness is the most talented person in the Star Luo Empire, and seeing you today, I can confirm it!"
Yang Wudi's words weren't exaggerated. After all, he had just witnessed Dai Weisi's strength firsthand.
Looking at Dai Weisi, who, despite appearing only a few years older than his grandson, was already a Soul King above level 50, it was no wonder he was considered the number one genius in the Star Luo Empire.
After some more casual conversation, Dai Weisi got straight to the point.
"Senior Yang Wudi, since you're proficient in alchemy and have an extraordinary talent for identifying herbs, I happened to acquire some herbs recently. Would you be willing to help me refine some pills?"
Before Yang Wudi could reply, Dai Weisi took out several herbs from his soul guide ring. Among them were the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, Silk Fragrant Lily, Nine-Grade Purple Bamboo, and some herbs Dai Weisi didn't recognize.
The most troublesome were the unknown herbs. Without knowing their effects, Dai Weisi was hesitant to consume them.
Although he was now immune to all poisons, it was always better to be cautious. If he consumed something harmful, it would be troublesome.
Since Yang Wudi recognized the Fragrant Silk Beauty Immortal Herb, he likely knew the other immortals as well.
Upon seeing the various herbs Dai Weisi had taken out, Yang Wudi's eyes widened in amazement.
"This is... the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, a legendary immortal herb said to strengthen one's foundation and vital essence. I thought this was just a myth in books, but to think it actually exists!"
"And this... could it be the King of Plants, the Silk Fragrant Lily? It's even more beautiful than the descriptions in the books…"
"Nine-Grade Purple Bamboo! Although it doesn't compare to the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid or the Silk Fragrant Lily, it's still an exceptionally rare herb. To think there are so many…"
"Not to mention Fire Dragon Grass, Ice Phoenix Flower, Dragon Snake Herb, Gengjin Fruit, and Night Rose... Amazing! I never imagined that in my lifetime, I would actually lay eyes on so many herbs from the Immortal Herb Compendium. Heaven truly has been kind to me!"
As these immortal herbs were laid before him, Yang Wudi's tears welled up, overwhelmed with awe.
Originally, he had thought that Dai Weisi had merely stumbled upon the Fragrant Silk Beauty Immortal Herb, but now it seemed likely that the young man had discovered a treasure trove of rare herbs.
Seeing Yang Wudi's reaction, Dai Weisi smiled inwardly, thinking to himself: This is it!
"Senior, you are indeed a master alchemist, deeply fond of immortal herbs. I also have many Nine-Grade Purple Bamboo and similar herbs in my collection. If you like, I'd be happy to give you some, though I humbly request that you help refine the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid and Nine-Grade Purple Bamboo into pills."
Both the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid and Nine-Grade Purple Bamboo are excellent herbs for fortifying the body and enhancing vitality, making them ideal for middle-aged and elderly individuals.
Unfortunately, Dai Weisi only had one Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, so he planned to ask Yang Wudi to refine it into a pill for his parents and grandparents.
Especially his grandfather, Dai Tianxing, and grandmother, Zhu Lingyun, both of whom were peak-level Soul Douluo at level 89. After consuming the pills, they could potentially break through to level 90 and become Titled Douluo.
Furthermore, by having Yang Wudi refine the pills, Dai Weisi could foster a stronger relationship with the Broken Clan, which would make it easier to recruit them in the future. It was a perfect win-win situation.
Having seen so many immortal and rare herbs, and knowing that Dai Weisi had saved their lives, Yang Wudi had no reason to refuse. He immediately smiled and agreed.
"Of course, Your Highness! Since you've saved us, we will be forever grateful. Please, allow us to accompany you to the Broken Clan's ancestral lands."
"Haha, of course. No trouble at all," Dai Weisi replied with a smile. He then turned to Dugu Bo. "Senior Dugu Bo, could you kindly take us to Star Luo City?"
Star Luo City was a major city in the Star Luo Empire, where the Broken Clan had settled.
The Star Luo Empire was not far from the Star Dou Forest, and it was also conveniently located near Longxing City, where the Yu Clan resided. This proximity made it easier for Dai Weisi to establish ties with other major clans.
(End of Chapter)