Chapter 692: Chapter 687: Obscure Spiritual Power
However, when Bai Pu integrated the Wind-Binding Ring into his body for magic circulation, he sensed something peculiar.
It felt as if the Wind-Binding Ring possessed a certain spirituality, an "alive" quality, with a slightly obscure spiritual power within.
Bai Pu couldn’t help but think of the Earth Dragon Bead.
Back when he obtained the Earth Dragon Bead, Principal Bosh noticed that it contained a hidden and obscure spiritual power.
Now, with Bai Pu’s rapidly advancing power, he was also able to perceive this hidden obscure power.
The Earth Dragon Bead contained a spiritual power, a thought belonging to the Prismatic Saint Dragon King.
If so, the spiritual power contained in this "Wind-Binding Ring" probably originated from one of the twelve Demon Gods of the Netherworld, the one mastering the power of wind and ocean—the Demon God "Vulture" Fekalo!
A disgrace of the Demon Gods, killed by a mortal.
Considering Fekalo had already fallen, the spiritual power left in the Wind-Binding Ring was probably not as gentle and harmless as the thought left by the Prismatic Saint Dragon King in the Earth Dragon Bead—
The reason is simple, the Prismatic Saint Dragon King’s main body had not fallen, he merely left behind a spiritual power voluntarily, or a "thought," a means of communication.
For a Demon God like Fekalo, having fallen, the last spiritual power left behind was surely more than just a simple thought. For divine envoys close to or touching upon "immortality," they must be seeking resurrection.
Just like Sarajael, sealed for a thousand years, constantly manipulating ancient ruins, seeking revival.
Although Bai Pu could not use professional energy at the moment, the calling of spiritual power was not an issue; he closed his eyes and entered a meditative state, spiritually introspecting into his magic core.
...
Lorich Magic Academy.
A group of high-ranking members from the Lorich Magic Academy, each a super mage with profound magical knowledge, was gathered around a round table for discussion.
For example, the head of the Talismanic System, Barro Franklin, known as "every inch of paper worth gold," could even craft forbidden curses into magic scrolls and pioneered the "synchronous activation of multiple talismans" composite magic technique.
His proud disciple Vance had once used a composite magic of Six Paths Talisman on Bai Pu, with power comparable to a forbidden curse.
Of course, Vance betrayed the orthodox camp and sided with Ferudo, leading to his expulsion from Barro Franklin’s tutelage. That’s beside the point.
Others included the professor from the Elemental System, known as the "Elemental Tutor" Holi Meyer; and the head of the Dark Demon System, "Death Wail" Ivan Vasquez...
Each one was a renowned figure, an Advanced Lord.
During the upheaval of Lorich, most of these big figures were absent. Some went to explore ancient ruins, others to adventure into the wild fringes, and some were in seclusion researching magic knowledge.
Only one or two big figures remained, unable to resist the Divine Descent Warrior Ferudo, and thus were sealed and imprisoned.
Ferudo did not kill these knowledgeable and powerful Great Mages but instead intended to slowly corrupt them. As a result, the essence of Lorich’s high-end combat power was preserved.
As for the students ranked high in the "Secret Magic Hall," although some reached the Lord Level in strength, their knowledge and skills were far inferior to these seasoned professors, and their combat power was considerably lesser.
Besides these magical dignitaries, Laine, Zuzana, Amariel, Sadogo, and other young elites of Lorich attended the meeting.
Representing the Awakened, Heavy Rain was also present at the meeting table as "Dior Fulri’s friend."
"With the help of the Garrison Warrior Academy, we have collected two divine-demonic items currently, Laine extracted the Divine Power Origin from them, significantly enhancing his transformation, getting closer and closer to the state of the Fighting Saint Dragon King descending."
"This is a good thing, when we are ready, is the time to advance on the Demon God’s main base."
A few native dignitaries conversed, while Heavy Rain understood clearly.
Helping Laine gather ancient relics and completing side quests was essentially a hidden timeline.
The more ancient relics Laine absorbed, the earlier the counterattack could begin, allowing the Huaxia Battle Group more leeway to complete their tasks.
Furthermore, an early assault would not give Sarajael enough time for a complete revival—lowering the difficulty of the legion task.
She whispered softly to Sadogo beside her.
"Laine...how’s the preparation going now?"
Sadogo replied in a low voice as well, "...making great progress, now when Laine transforms, he can wield a force called Town Domain... only it’s still unstable and lasts only a brief period."
During their conversation, a sudden urgent report came from the door.
"Directors...Dior Fulri from the Garrison Warrior Academy has sent an emergency magical communication calling for help!"
...
Time shifts to a day before, deep inside the Red Sand Ancient Royal Tomb.
"Great True Red Divine Envoy, please allow me to present this gift for your resurrection, the Wind God Gem."
Napo Gang opened his webbed hand, the countless pores on the Wind God Gem shimmering with a deep hue, placing it to the ear, one could hear a sound like a storm howling.
"Wind God Gem?"
"Did you obtain it from the Pale Earth Palace? I remember it was a temporary magical artifact Titi used when she descended into this world."
"You’re correct," Napo Gang said.
The Wind God Gem floated, amidst the rolling crimson mist, wisps of energy streamed from its core.
The Wind God Gem visibly dimmed rapidly.
"You’ve done well." Satisfaction tinged Sarajael’s voice.
"Now, could you help me repair the Reversing Dharma Bead?" Napo Gang quickly inquired.
"No, you’ll have to bring me at least two more ancient relics!" Sarajael said greedily.
"That’s not what we agreed on."
Napo Gang’s face changed, "Great True Red Divine Envoy, you’re being deceitful."
"What I said was, you want me to repair the Reversing Dharma Bead, exchange ancient relics for it. I never mentioned how many ancient relics for the exchange—in fact, I think three ancient relics for my help is a reasonable price. You’ve given one, bring two more back..."
Sarajael said as a matter of course, "Even the divine envoy behind you of the Master of the Abyss, wouldn’t repair a King-level Purple Weapon for the mere cost of a single ancient relic, the contribution points you spend certainly would not be bought by just one ancient relic!"
"Alright, alright."
Napo Gang conceded the argument, shrugging, "Unfortunately, the ancient relics in the Demon Fighting World...have all been mostly divided by the two academies. Dior Fulri... his team, along with the elites of Lorich and Garrison, have seized a large number of ancient relics!"
"With just the strength of the Sea Race team, it’s insufficient to challenge either of the two academies. So..."
"I can only request Sarajael to take action personally!"
