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Chapter 161 Surpassing the Best, Second Level
The mark on his forehead flickered, and a deep voice echoed in Lin Chuan's mind.
"Assist the inheritor of life to complete the assessment. Once the test is passed, the third test will end, and you will be rewarded with one level of soul power, plus an additional level of soul power."
A familiar feeling washed over my entire body once again.
A vast amount of primordial energy from heaven and earth surged into his body, and his soul power level increased again, jumping directly from level 86 to level 88. This feeling of abundance was simply intoxicating.
"Have the rewards decreased? Or is it because we've become stronger?"
Lin Chuan couldn't help but mutter to himself.
Regardless, this improvement is undoubtedly substantial.
On the other side, the mark on Ye Lingling's forehead also flashed continuously, and her gentle voice echoed deep within her soul.
"To purify the Forest of Life with your loved one, seal the dimensional portal, and master the use of life force, the fourth trial is completed. The reward is a two-level increase in soul power, a three-thousand-year increase in the cultivation of all soul rings, and a ten percent increase in life affinity, bringing the overall level to thirty-five percent."
As the emerald green light shone down, Ye Lingling's aura suddenly intensified, and her soul power reached level sixty-seven.
"We've completed another test. At this rate, we'll be able to complete all the tests in less than two years and then return to Snowfield City. I wonder how the others are doing."
Lin Chuan leaned against a tree, his eyes filled with deep longing.
"I miss everyone a bit too!"
Hearing this, Ye Lingling couldn't help but feel nostalgic. Counting the time, it had been almost a year and a half since she left Snowfield City, which was quite a long time.
"How about we go back to Snowfield City after the fifth exam?"
Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow slightly, turned around, and made a suggestion in a soft voice.
Ye Lingling smiled and nodded, "I'll do whatever you say, Brother Chuan."
"Then it's decided. After we pass the next test, we'll go find Yanzi first, and then go back to Snowfield City together."
I wonder how the territory has developed over all this time.
However, with Poison Douluo in charge, nothing major is likely to happen.
After a short day of rest, the next challenge came to mind for both of them.
"Hurricane Body Refinement, the same content as Xiao Wu's."
This time, Lin Chuan's assessment content has finally changed, since body tempering can no longer provide assistance and everyone can only rely on themselves.
The only difference is that Lin Chuan needs to stay inside for six hours each day, which is half a day, while Ye Lingling needs to stay for eight hours.
"Let's go, Lingling, let's go see what's going on in Storm Canyon first."
Guided by the mark between their eyebrows, Lin Chuan and Ye Lingling quickly left the Forest of Life.
As they continued their journey, they moved further and further away from the Temple of Life, and the surrounding environment changed rapidly. The lush forests disappeared, replaced by a desolate Gobi Desert.
The wind howled, stirring up clouds of dust, making it extremely difficult even to open one's eyes.
Fortunately, the soul power barrier was there, blocking all the dust and wind, so they were not affected.
"It should be just ahead!"
With his mental energy probing, he successfully detected Xiao Wu's aura, along with the unusually violent hurricane. It seemed that the place was the so-called Storm Canyon.
"Ouch!"
Just as they got close, a figure suddenly flew out of the canyon.
Lin Chuan instinctively reached out and grabbed her, instantly finding himself in her arms.
But when he looked down and saw the girl in his arms, he immediately frowned.
The once vibrant and lively girl now had her clothes covered in scratches, her once fair skin was covered in bloodstains, and the flowing blood had completely soaked her clothes, making her look extremely disheveled.
"What's going on with you?"
"Xiao Chuan, what brings you here?"
Xiao Wu opened her eyes and, realizing she was in Lin Chuan's arms, struggled to get up. However, the movement aggravated her wounds, causing her to wince in pain.
Seeing this, Ye Lingling quickly used the Life Spirit Tang to heal her.
In just two breaths, Xiao Wu's injuries had completely healed.
"Lingling, thank you."
Xiao Wu sincerely expressed her gratitude.
"So how did you end up in such a mess?" Lin Chuan asked again after letting go of her hand.
At the mention of this topic, Xiao Wu puffed out her cheeks, "It's all because of the Hurricane Body Tempering. I thought it was a normal test, but I didn't expect..."
As if realizing something, a hint of fear flashed in the girl's eyes.
"I can't really explain it clearly either. You'll understand when you come and see for yourselves."
"Fine!"
Lin Chuan nodded, already having a general idea in his mind.
The three of them walked together to the entrance of the canyon.
Looking out, the long canyon stretches as far as the eye can see, with towering rock walls on both sides, estimated to be at least a hundred feet high, and an invisible hurricane echoing through the canyon.
Even if you can't see it, the sound of a blade slicing through the void sends chills down your spine.
"Look, this is it. The hurricanes here are quite strange, even forming wind blades, and occasionally lightning falls from the clouds."
Xiao Wu pointed to the sky above the canyon, where a thundercloud was swirling and enveloping the area.
"Rumble--"
Thunder roared, illuminating the canyon.
Good grief, wasn't it supposed to be just hurricane body tempering? Where did this lightning come from?
No wonder Xiao Wu looked so badly injured earlier. Entering the canyon like that would be no different from being thrown into a meat grinder. Even if she didn't die, she would be badly injured.
Weak Soul Masters can't even stay inside for a short while.
"Uuuuuu——"
"Qiang Qiang Qiang——"
Just then, a strong gust of wind swept by, leaving a deep mark on the hard rock face.
"Turtle, it looks terrifying."
Lin Chuan subconsciously smacked his lips, then turned to look at Xiao Wu beside him with a curious expression, "Xiao Wu, how did you muster up the courage to go in back then?"
Ordinary people would be terrified just by looking at it, let alone going inside.
"Hmph, don't underestimate Sister Xiaowu's determination. I have things I absolutely must do!"
The girl gave a soft snort, but her attitude was unusually resolute.
It just felt very incongruous for such a petite figure to say such things.
"Xiao Chuan, what are you and Ling Ling doing here?"
Lin Chuan explained, "We have already completed the previous assessment. The new test is the same as yours, which is also a body tempering exercise in Storm Canyon."
"Really? Then I won't be lonely by myself!"
Xiao Wu was very happy after receiving the reply.
"Let's talk later. Why don't you rest outside for a while? Lingling, let's go in and try it together!"
Ye Lingling nodded gently, not feeling too afraid.
"Oh right, we also need to carry a piece of driftwood before going in."
Xiao Wu suddenly remembered something and pointed to the entrance of the canyon, where a pile of black wooden stakes were placed, each stake inlaid with a bamboo strap.
Lin Chuan slowly walked forward and reached out to lift the sunken wood.
"Um?!"
Lin Chuan was somewhat surprised to feel the weight in his hand.
"Lingling, are you alright?"
Ye Lingling lifted the heavy log with some difficulty and shook her head gently, "I'm fine, Brother Chuan, don't worry about me. It's just a little weight, I can manage!"
Looking into the girl's unusually determined gaze, Lin Chuan breathed a sigh of relief.
"Okay, but don't push yourself too hard. If you can't keep going, just give up."
After giving a brief instruction, Lin Chuan took the lead and entered the canyon.
"call out--"
A strong wind blew in his face, hindering Lin Chuan's progress, while sharp wind blades, hidden within the hurricane, shot in from all directions.
Of course, under the capture of mental power, these invisible wind blades have nowhere to hide, and it would be an easy thing to dodge them if one really wanted to.