hhnovel Chapter 218: Unlocking the Void Tribulation Soulring
Chapter 218: Unlocking the Void Tribulation Soulring
At the same time, Jiang Chen became keenly aware of his System’s intentions. It had zeroed in on the Soul Embodying Ring, offering Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning the illusion of a choice—one that seemed pivotal and profound. Yet, beneath the surface, Jiang Chen knew the truth: the outcome was never in doubt.
It was just another step in the intricate path he had crafted, one that conformed to his will and desires.
Though the System’s actions appeared to offer a genuine decision, a faint, knowing smile curved Jiang Chen’s lips. ’If Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning had no favorable feelings toward me, things might have turned out differently,’ he mused, the confident glint in his eyes growing sharper. ’But now...’
Within the Soul Embodying Ring, surrounded by the glow of the System’s radiant white light, both Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning felt a deep sense of astonishment.
To them, Jiang Chen was already a figure cloaked in mystery—bearing the bloodline of a True Dragon and wielding talents beyond comprehension. But now, this newly revealed, near-omnipotent power added another layer to his enigma, wrapping his identity in an aura that was both captivating and elusive.
Yet this mystery did not evoke fear or unease in their hearts. Instead, it only fueled their curiosity, drawing them closer to the allure that Jiang Chen embodied.
If Fang Yuan had still lingered in this world, blessed by Heavenly Fate, he might have cast a shadow of doubt over Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning’s minds. They might have questioned whether Jiang Chen had orchestrated everything from the beginning, creating a subtle unease. But now, even with Jiang Chen displaying a seemingly boundless power, he had not forced them into any decision.
The choice before Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning remained entirely their own—unforced and untainted. They had the "freedom" to carve their own paths, and this simple truth highlighted Jiang Chen’s sincerity and benevolence.
With these thoughts in mind, their hearts gradually leaned toward acceptance, drawn by the allure of the unknown.
In that moment, Jiang Chen’s voice resonated within the Soul Embodying Ring, warm and inviting. "Both of you, are you willing to join me on this journey?"
"I am willing!" Shangguan Ning responded first, her voice firm with conviction.
"I am willing!" Nangong Wan echoed, her tone steady and resolute.
There was no longer any hesitation or doubt. With everything pointing toward this path, acceptance became the clear and undeniable choice.
As the pair voiced their decisions, the Soul Embodying Ring vanished, swallowed by the blinding white light radiating from the space between Jiang Chen’s eyebrows. In an instant, it reappeared within the System’s interface, heralded by a crisp notification.
[Ding! You have acquired the Heaven-Defying Fate Changer, Void Tribulation Soulring. Do you wish to use it?]
Innate Talent: Eternal Boundless Body (Death Calamity True Dragon)
Realm: Middle-stage Inquiring Journey
Great Dao: Sword Dao (Fragmented), Wood Dao (Fragmented), Wind Dao (Fragmented)
True Combat Power: Early-stage Dao Comprehension+
Cultivation Methods: Purple Heaven Dark Star Heavenly Scripture (Dao Palace, Main Technique), Heaven Sundering Prismatic Sword Technique, Blood Sword Heaven Encompassing Forbidden Art, Evergreen Mystic Vein True Technique, Overwhelming Wind Riding Steps (Dao Comprehension, Perfect-Level), Moonstride Starshift Steps, Great Martial Eight Ghostly Steps (Inquiring Journey, Perfect-Level)...
Main Equipment: Peerless Sky Piercing Sword (Inquiring Journey, Top-Grade), Purple Orchid Meteor Leaf (Inquiring Journey, Top-Grade), Unbroken Thousand Strings Holy Vessel (Heavenly Origin, Top-Grade)...
Villain Value: 111,000 points
Black Heavenly Fate Value: 34,534 points
Heaven-Defying Fate Changers: Villain Eye, Burning World Red Lotus, Eternal Vows Binding Ring, Wordless Heavenly Jade, Void Tribulation Soulring
System Mall: Level 2]
Seeing his combat power surpass the Early-stage Dao Comprehension realm, Jiang Chen raised an eyebrow in pleasant surprise. ’I haven’t reached the Middle-stage yet, but this progress is still commendable,’ he thought, a sense of accomplishment welling up within him.
’Now that Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning are with me, I’m far from lacking in martial techniques and secret arts. The Wordless Heavenly Jade still holds a substantial reserve of enlightening energy. If I wish, I can significantly boost my combat power in a short time!’ With these thoughts swirling in his mind, Jiang Chen felt a surge of eagerness to enhance his strength immediately.
But before he could act, a worried voice broke the silence beside him, filled with urgency. "Jiang Chen, are you alright?"
In the blink of an eye, a streak of light descended from the horizon, revealing two figures—Ji Mingxiu and Ji Ruxue. Both wore expressions of deep concern, their eyes scanning him intently.
Ji Ruxue’s gaze was filled with worry, and as she took in Jiang Chen’s condition, her expression shifted into a pained grimace. The sight before her was of Jiang Chen in tattered clothes, his body drenched in blood—a stark contrast to his usual composed self.