As the crocodile douluo stood protectively by Tian Chen's side, he carefully observed the armored crocodile before him. His gaze was immediately drawn to the leader of the crocodile spirit beasts. Unlike the other iron-clad crocodiles with their dark scales, this particular crocodile possessed a stunning golden hue, shimmering brightly under the rays of sunlight and it has a Some big buldge in his back.
It was no longer fitting to call it an iron-armored crocodile; it had truly ascended to the status of a golden-armored giant crocodile. This majestic creature stood out among its companions, exuding an aura of power and dominance. And it has some mutation in his back. It can be called mutated golden-armored giant crocodile.
Amongst the group of iron-clad crocodiles, there would only be one of this kind—a king amongst the crocodiles. Its presence commanded respect and reverence from its fellow crocodile spirits, establishing itself as the supreme ruler.
As the crocodile observed the size and features of the giant golden-armored crocodile, a smile of joy appeared on his face. Few things had the power to bring him such happiness, given his position and experience.
The crocodile recognized the similarity in bloodline between the golden-armored giant crocodile and their family's Golden Crocodile King. Although the quality of the Golden Crocodile King's martial soul surpassed that of the golden-armored giant crocodile, they shared a significant lineage. This fact reinforced the crocodile's belief in the superiority of the Golden Crocodile King within the crocodile spirit hierarchy.
In his younger days, the crocodile douluo's had aspired to obtain the soul ring of a giant golden-armored crocodile. However, he had fallen short of this goal until he had completed his nine rings. The opportunity had eluded him at that time, but now he saw it presented before his grandson—a perfect chance.
Not only was the golden-armored giant crocodile a suitable match for their family's Golden Crocodile King martial soul, but its age also aligned perfectly with his grandson's cultivation needs. It was a serendipitous combination that filled the crocodile with excitement and anticipation.
With determination in his eyes, the Golden crocodile Douluo turned to his grandson, conveying his approval and encouragement. The golden-armored giant crocodile would become an essential part of Xu Tian's journey, fueling his growth and bolstering his strength.
The battle with the golden-armored giant crocodile held the promise of great rewards—a potential soul ring of immense power and this soul beast is able to confornt the bloodline of golden crocodile king without loosing. This muttated Golden Crocodile is an perfect oppostunity with athe age of around 700 years.
With a commanding gesture, the Golden crocodile Douluo summoned his martial soul phantom, which emanated a powerful roar that reverberated through the air. The iron-clad crocodiles in the vicinity sensed the overwhelming pressure and scattered in fear, fleeing from the scene like startled birds.
The crocodile Douluo had no intention of pursuing and exterminating every iron-clad crocodile. They paid no mind to the fleeing armored creatures, their focus set firmly on their target—the golden-armored giant crocodile with bulge on back, it around 500 years.
Trapped in the crosshairs of the natural crocodile's attention, the fate of the golden giant crocodile was sealed. It was unfortunate for the golden-armored creature, as its encounter with the natural Golden crocodile Douluo meant an inevitable demise.
As the golden-armored giant crocodile was immobilized by the overwhelming momentum, a golden claw materialized from the void, swiftly severing its limbs with precision. The sound of its agonized screams filled the air as its scales fell off, leaving it weak and helpless before succumbing to its fate.
XuTian remained unfazed by this brutal display. It was only natural for his level 98 grandfather to handle a century-old soul beast with such ease. He had come to expect nothing less from the formidable power his grandfather possessed.
The crocodile, using his soul power, dragged the twenty-meter-long golden crocodile towards XuTian. He then handed his grandson a delicate dagger and urged him on.
"Tian'er, quickly kill it and claim the soul ring. This golden-armored giant crocodile is a rare find, and its cultivation base is no more than five hundred years. Our family's golden crocodile king martial soul shares the bloodline of crocodile spirit beasts. But this beast has the ability to confort the suppression of the superior, It's the perfect fit of your own Martial Soul."
Without any hesitation, XuTian firmly gripped the dagger handed to him by the crocodile. With a resolute expression, he released his martial soul, allowing his power to surge. The amplification provided by his martial soul possession boosted his strength to a terrifying level.
With precise accuracy, he aimed for the head of the giant golden-armored crocodile and swiftly pierced through its thick scales. The dagger effortlessly penetrated its skull, causing an instantaneous demise.
As the life force of the golden-armored crocodile faded, a brilliant yellow cricle right circuled around the corpse.
As He Sit crosslegged and pull the Soul ring, He felt that Hot energy is flowing inside the body, without distraction Xutiann start absorbing energy according to guidence route of meditation method, As he continue to absorb the pain of the body is increasing like ants started crawling inside the body, at the same time he found to be an place where A life like golden crocodile is absorbing the energy which he is absorbing, in which, he found that whenever the golden crocodile absorb the energy It has strengthing itself, and on it's back their is an slight bulge with the speed to visible naked eye is increasing, as bulge increasing, Xu tian Feels his back is itching like some red ants eating his flesh, He suddenly Screemed in Pain.
Outside, Golden crocodile observe the situation and found that Xutian is screeming in Pain and his back is similarly bulging like golden crocodile, He Started to focus whether to stop the process, Xutian who is feeling the pain found that he kicked out by that place which should be his legendy spiritual sea, found that the energy of golden crocodile do not running on specific route so he started to guide the energy.
At this time 4 hour passed outside, the bulge on the Xutian body is increasing to naked visible eye and golden crocodile observe that the Xutian condition became better and better.
After absorbing, the ring Xutiann stood up found that their is an extra bulge in his back similar to Crocodile which he recently absorbed.
Xutian looked the grandpa crocodile and asked" Grandpa what is this on my back, why it is like big pimple on my back?" Xutian Asked in fear.
Golden crocodile looked and asked:" Xutian try to control the bulge on your body try to take it back, just like using soul power to channel it back"
Xutian nooded and found that when he try to control the bulge, their is some moment when he try to accoding to grandpa using channelling the soul power he found that he can take it back like, when be open/close the car door using button.
Xutian Said::" Grandpa I can take it back according to you, what is this?"
Golden crocodile looked the Xutian and said in anticipetion:"Tian'er this should be legendry external soul bone which can grow with us, but due to not having sufficient energy now it did not grow up completely."
Xutian Looked to Grandpa crocodile, is He the protogonist of Douluo dalu? what the fuckkk, is having the first external soul bone on first ring. Maybe his Luck in the future be bad that's why it happen so Xutian be prepared, Xutian Created an villanous story to not to indulge in temporary success.
After absorbing soul ring Xutian Looked and said grandpa:"Grandpa, I want to find a soul beast to try soul skills."
Golden Crocodile Douluo had no reason to refuse, stroked his white beard, and nodded with a smile.
He can understand the mentality of his grandson, he also came here in the past. And he also wanted to see what soul ability this giant golden-armored crocodile bestowed on his grandson.
With a smile on his face, the Grandpa crocodile nodded in agreement with Xutian;'s request. He understood the eagerness and curiosity of his grandson, as he had experienced it himself in the past. He was also intrigued to see what kind of soul ability the giant golden-armored crocodile had bestowed upon Tianchen.
"Very well, Tian'er. Let's find a suitable soul beast for you to test your newly acquired soul skills," the crocodile responded, his voice filled with encouragement.
Together, they ventured deeper into the Star Dou Forest, keeping an eye out for a suitable soul beast that would provide a suitable challenge for Tianchen's abilities. The crocodile used his vast experience to guide them towards an area where they were likely to encounter a worthy opponent.
As they traveled through the forest, XuTian couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement.
In his perspective, it's definitely more powerful than his own initial soul ability.
His first soul skill, Golden Crocodile Possession, simultaneously boosts attack, defense, and strength by 70 percent.
It's undoubtedly an incredibly potent ability for a first-tier soul skill.
From the depths of his heart, he was genuinely thrilled that his grandson had such an opportunity. Taking to the skies once again alongside Tianchen, they arrived at the outskirts of the Star Dou Forest.
They found themselves in a mixed area where one can typically encounter thousand-year and ten-thousand-year-level soul beasts, along with group-living soul beasts similar to the armored crocodile group.
This was necessary for safeguarding their own territory, as some soul beasts possess a strong territorial instinct.
While the outskirts of the Star Dou Forest primarily housed hundred-year-old soul beasts, encounters with thousand-year-old soul beasts were still possible.
Under the formidable mental power of the Golden crocodile douluo, the duo swiftly identified a suitable target.
It happened to be a pack of Gale Demonic Wolves. Being well-acquainted with the Soul Beast Forest, XuTian was familiar with them.
The wolves possessed only one innate soul skill - wind blade.
Positioning XuTian at the heart of the Nether Wolves, the crocodile concealed his presence in the air, his gaze fixed on XuTian, prepared to intervene if necessary.
Despite facing a group of ten-year-old wolves, he still harbored some concerns for XuTian.
However, the reality proved overwhelming.
The moment he touched the ground, XuTian had already completed his martial soul possession.
A golden radiance emanated from the soul seal on his back, accompanied by a resounding roar.
His entire body was enveloped in a layer of intricate scales, his hands transformed into razor-sharp claws, and his physique instantly swelled.
Even his originally short blond hair appeared to be coated with a dense layer of keratin. Behind him, a massive tail covered in bony spines and golden scales emerged.
A vibrant yellow aura Soul ring danced around his form. and on the back of his Martial soul Their is the slight buldge.
XuTian's once-clear blue pupils constricted, transforming into peculiar vertical slits.
The group of twenty or so ten-year-level Gale Wind Demon Wolves hesitated to launch an immediate assault. Instead, they cautiously initiated several feigned attacks against XuTian, succumbing to the allure of their potential prey.
Tightening their hind legs, the wolves exposed their menacing jaws and lunged towards XuTian.
"It's your turn to wait and see."
Upon realizing his disadvantage in speed, XuTian didn't feel angered but rather delighted. Despite possessing formidable attacking power, defensive capabilities, and strength, he lacked swiftness.
Chasing after the agile Gale Demon Wolves would prove to be a challenge.
Without a moment's hesitation, he unleashed his newly acquired first soul ability.
A flicker of yellow light ensued, accompanied by the phantom of a colossal crocodile roaring. XuTian radiated a dazzling brilliance.
His body expanded, swelling in size, while he slightly leaned forward. The giant tail trailing behind him slammed into the ground, creating a deep crater.
Confronting the oncoming ten-year-old Gale Demon Wolf, XuTian shielded his body with his claws. He bent down slightly, deliberately exposing his back adorned with golden scales within the wolf's striking range.
The nearby Gale Demon Wolves fiercely clawed at XuTian, their teeth gnashing in an attempt to inflict harm. Meanwhile, the distant Gale Demon Wolves activated their innate soul skill, Wind Blade, launching razor-sharp gusts of wind to attack from a distance.
The scene appeared promising, but the harsh reality unfolded.
Their attacks were futile, unable to leave a single mark on XuTian's resilient golden scales.
With a derisive snort, XuTian's body emitted a radiant golden glow as his claws effortlessly tore apart the two closest Gale Demon Wolves.
Blood spurted from the severed bodies, yet XuTian deftly evaded any splatters on himself.
In a swift motion, his trailing crocodile tail swiped with formidable force, propelling several Gale Demon Wolves into a nearby tree trunk. Their anguished howls abruptly ceased, their lives abruptly extinguished.
under the influence of his first soul skill, Golden Crocodile Body Protection, his attack power, defense power, and strength were all amplified by 100% simultaneously.
This soul ability was almost on par with a third-level soul ability of a soul master.
However, XuTian, at his current stage, was still unable to fully unleash the true potential of this soul skill.
Only when he obtained an offensive soul ability would he truly comprehend the terror behind this soul skill.
Of course, such formidable abilities also came at a great cost.
Given XuTian's current level of soul power, he could only sustain this state for a maximum of three minutes.
After effortlessly crushing a Gale Demon Wolf under his feet, XuTian decided not to pursue the remaining ones.
His objective had been accomplished, and there was no need to prolong the battle unnecessarily.
With a triumphant smile directed at the mid-air crocodile, he acknowledged that, despite facing only a group of ten-year-level Gale Demon Wolves, this initial skirmish was a victorious start.
But this marked his first real battle, and he found himself quite satisfied with the outcome.
Suddenly, the crocodile materialized next to XuTian and playfully tapped him on the head while uttering a lighthearted rebuke.
"Don't get too cocky. Once you enroll in the Wuhun Academy, you'll discover your true worth," the crocodile remarked, though a glimmer of pride gleamed in his eyes.
Instead of immediately flying back to the small town with XuTian, the grandfather and grandson strolled leisurely away from the Star Dou Forest.
Within less than an hour, they returned to the small town located fifty kilometers away from the forest, garnering awe-struck gazes from onlookers.
Without betraying any change in their expressions, the grandfather and grandson stepped back into their former carriage.
The coachman resumed his usual flattery, but the crocodile paid him no mind.
XuTian nodded in acknowledgment, pulled out a handful of gold soul coins from a soul tool, and tossed them to the coachman.
To him, these gold soul coins were mere trinkets.
Money was of no concern to him.
From the moment he was born until now, he had never once fretted over financial matters.
However, for a coachman who was only a great soul master, this amount of money was undeniably a fortune.
Expressing profuse gratitude, the coachman happily urged the flame horse forward and departed.
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Inside the carriage, XuTian closed his eyes and began his practice, focusing on his cultivation.
Meanwhile, the crocodile beside him also shut its eyes, entering a state of meditation, maintaining silence throughout the journey.