31: Chapter 31 The Shock and Worship of the Immortal Herbs

A large, fiery-red flower nearby also sighed with emotion, "How many years has it been? I've never seen a human with such great talent! Except for that person back then..."

This was the Blazing Apricot.

Before it could finish, a small blue grass took over the conversation, its voice carrying a hint of chill.

"Shrek Academy... what is your relationship with 'that person'?"

Facing the questioning of the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass, Su Chen only gave a faint smile.

"That person is my senior."

He did not explain much further.

Because he knew that for these old monsters who had lived for tens of thousands of years, any words were inferior to what they could see with their own eyes.

Buzz—!

A majestic aura erupted from within Su Chen's body.

Immediately after, the phantom of a giant dragon, its entire body entwined with purple-black lightning, slowly emerged behind him.

The giant dragon's eyes seemed to contain the chaos from the dawn of the universe, deep and majestic.

Just a single glance made the souls of all the Immortal Herbs present tremble uncontrollably.

"This... what kind of Spirit is this?"

"Such domineering lightning power; my petals are almost numb from the electricity."

"It's not just lightning. What is that black aura? It feels even more ancient than this Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well."

The Immortal Herbs discussed among themselves, their tone shifting from wariness to pure shock.

Su Chen extended his right hand, palm facing upward.

"My Spirit is the Chaos Thunder Dragon."

"Chaos Qi can evolve into the Five Elements."

As his voice fell...

The Soul Power in his palm began to shift.

First, a dazzling golden light lit up, with sharp energy overflowing.

Then, the golden light transformed into a soft green glow, filled with the aura of life.

The green glow turned again, becoming flowing blue ripples that nourished all things.

The water ripples dissipated, and a cluster of crimson flames rose up, incredibly scorching.

Finally, the flames went out, turning into a heavy, earthy yellow halo, steady and solid.

Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth—the Five Elements rotated in an endless cycle.

This display immediately silenced the entire valley; one could hear a pin drop.

All the Immortal Herbs were dumbfounded.

What kind of god-tier operation was this?

A single Spirit could actually play with five different attributes?

After a long while, a muffled voice sounded, breaking the silence.

It was a large golden melon growing on the ground, the Earth Dragon Golden Melon.

"Hiss... this talent is simply the potential to become a god!"

It shook its body excitedly.

"Aside from that Blue Silver Emperor back then, I've never seen such ridiculous talent! No, yours is even more ridiculous than hers!"

With the Earth Dragon Golden Melon's explanation, the other Immortal Herbs completely dropped their guard and began to chime in one after another.

The youth before them was a true favored child of heaven.

Forming a good relationship with such a person was definitely not a losing deal.

Seeing that the time was ripe, Su Chen dispersed the Soul Power in his palm, a warm smile on his face.

"Seniors, I have come this time mainly for three things."

He spoke frankly.

"First, it is to help a senior sister from my academy solve the evil fire problem of her Spirit."

Upon hearing this, the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass's leaves swayed.

It was the representative of ultimate Yin and cold, the natural nemesis of evil fire.

"Second, I want to use the power of this precious land to temper my body and lay a good foundation for the path ahead."

The Immortal Herbs could understand this point even better.

The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was originally an excellent place for body tempering; anyone who could withstand it would gain immense benefits.

Su Chen paused and dropped the final bombshell.

"As for the third thing..."

"In the future, I will need a plant-type spirit ring. I think one of the seniors present might be my choice."

As soon as these words were spoken...

A strange atmosphere filled the valley.

Absorbing a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring?

With your small frame and only the strength of a Spirit King, can your body handle it?

Just as several Immortal Herbs were about to complain, Su Chen unhurriedly added another sentence.

"Don't worry, seniors. My body is special, and I can absorb spirit rings beyond my level."

"I have also researched a secret method that can completely preserve your consciousness and soul while absorbing the spirit ring."

"I can even help you escape the constraints of your plant bodies and see the outside world in another form."

What?

Absorbing a spirit ring while preserving consciousness and soul?

At these words, all the Immortal Herbs were stunned.

Could such an operation even exist?

"Kid, are you telling the truth?"

The Youxiang Qiluo Immortal Product was the first to react, its voice full of doubt.

It was the King of All Herbs, naturally able to distinguish lies.

When Su Chen spoke, it could sense that Su Chen was not lying.

Su Chen continued to explain.

"I call this secret method the 'Soul Spirit Method'."

"However, this technique is currently in the experimental stage and is not yet perfect."

"I am willing to swear on the glory of Shrek that I have not deceived you seniors!"

At these words, the Immortal Herbs were in an uproar once again.

But this time, it wasn't wariness, but excitement.

"To be able to escape a plant body and see the world by his side? This deal is a massive profit!"

"Big boss, pick me, pick me! I'm thick-skinned and tough, the most suitable to be a test subject!"

"With all Five Elements and that trace of Chaos Qi, he is simply a host tailor-made for us!"

The Blazing Apricot was even more direct, its fiery-red petals swaying gracefully.

"I'm willing to be the first to try it! Little brother, come on, I'm a hundred percent willing to become your spirit ring!"

This sudden enthusiasm left Su Chen a bit bewildered.

He had originally thought he would have to waste a lot of breath, and might even have to use some force to intimidate them.

As it turned out, these old monsters who had lived for tens of thousands of years were more eager than anyone else.

Scrambling to be his spirit ring?

This script wasn't right.

However, Su Chen quickly calmed down and waved his hand.

"Thank you for your kindness, seniors."

"But currently, my Soul Power is only at Rank 51, and I don't have a spare spirit ring slot for now."

"When I reach Rank 60 and need my sixth spirit ring, I will definitely return here and choose one of you."

This answer quieted all the Immortal Herbs.

They could sense that Su Chen wasn't just making empty promises.

This youth wasn't greedy or impulsive; he had a clear plan for his life.

This steady personality actually made them appreciate him even more.

Reliable!

At this moment, the Youxiang Qiluo Immortal Product was calculating in its heart.

This kid's talent was even more exaggerated than 'that person' back then.

Becoming a god was almost a certainty.

Who wouldn't want to follow a future deity and 'ascend' together?

Moreover, he was from that person's academy... perhaps this was fate.

Forget it, forget it, I'll take a gamble.

"Alright, I believe you."

The Youxiang Qiluo Immortal Product finally relented.

"As for the things in the valley, whatever you take a fancy to, discuss it with them yourself."

"As for the power of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, you can also go and try it... but life and death are your own responsibility."

"Good, thank you!"

Having received the affirmation of the Youxiang Qiluo Immortal Product, Su Chen cupped his fists toward the Immortal Herbs.

Then, he walked to the side of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well and took a deep breath.