The same soul-chilling aura of coldness was present, yet it was vastly different from Su Yu's Ultimate Ice.
Su Yu's Ice Emperor was the epitome of cold—absolute and pure.
However, this eerie chill carried an indescribable quality.
Su Yu raised his eyebrows slightly, observing with interest.
Just from sensing this cold aura, it was clear that the medicinal effects of the Lunar Divine Fruit were extraordinary.
The introduction stated that anyone who consumed the Lunar Divine Fruit would gain control over the power of the lunar force.
In Douluo Continent terms, this lunar force should be considered the Ultimate Yin.
The so-called Ultimate Yin wasn't merely cold—it was the opposite of Yang. Yin and Yang complement each other, giving birth to all things.
Su Yu suddenly became curious about what kind of transformation Zhang Lexuan would undergo.
The cold aura grew even stronger, and white frost began to form along Zhang Lexuan's brows and hair.
A silver moon slowly rose, and beneath her, eight soul rings—yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, and red—appeared one by one.
A radiant, cool, yet gentle moonlight cascaded down.
As her martial soul was released, Zhang Lexuan's entire demeanor changed. Under the illumination of the moonlight, she appeared ethereal, gaining an untouchable, sacred presence.
Su Yu rested his chin on one hand, quietly watching the changes in Zhang Lexuan.
The energy of the Lunar Divine Fruit was indeed far more immense than he had anticipated.
An entire night passed, yet Zhang Lexuan still hadn't fully absorbed the fruit's energy.
However, as more of the energy was refined, Zhang Lexuan's body underwent a complete transformation.
Her already fair and delicate skin now gleamed like flawless white jade, radiant and unblemished.
A faint silver glow enveloped her snowy complexion, exuding an indescribable purity and sanctity.
Her long black hair, cascading like a waterfall, now shimmered with a crystal-like brilliance, as smooth and soft as the finest silk.
Her already stunning features took on an otherworldly aura, capable of making hearts race at a single glance.
What was even more astonishing was that as Zhang Lexuan gradually absorbed the Lunar Divine Fruit's energy, a faint crescent moon mark began to emerge on her forehead. Though it wasn't yet fully clear, it was undoubtedly there.
Su Yu estimated that once the Lunar Divine Fruit was completely absorbed, the crescent moon mark would fully manifest.
Whether this mark was solely a result of the Lunar Divine Fruit, or if it was due to her martial soul being influenced by the energy, Su Yu couldn't yet be certain.
But one thing was clear—Zhang Lexuan was undergoing a complete rebirth.
Several more hours passed, and soon it was no longer morning but evening.
As the sun dipped below the horizon, the silver glow inside the grand hall became even more dazzling.
Frost spread across everything, freezing the surroundings as the dense cold aura surged outward.
Endless moonlight cascaded over Zhang Lexuan's head, cool and radiant.
Under this silver-white moonlight, Zhang Lexuan appeared like a moon goddess, with a silver crescent moon mark on her forehead—majestic, sacred, and pure.
Finally, after an entire day and night, Zhang Lexuan's eyes slowly opened.
Her gaze was electrifying as if lightning flashed through a void. Her beautiful eyes shimmered with brilliance, resembling two radiant full moons.
Su Yu's expression flickered as he locked eyes with Zhang Lexuan. For a moment, even his spirit faltered, as though two sacred and cold moons had appeared before him.
In the face of such a magnificent sight, he felt a fleeting sense of insignificance.
However, his formidable mental strength quickly dispelled this illusion, and the moons in Zhang Lexuan's eyes gradually faded.
The brilliance in her gaze receded, revealing eyes as clear and luminous as autumn waters.
Looking at Su Yu, who stood close to her, Zhang Lexuan's lips curved into a mesmerizing smile.
"It seems… not bad at all."
Su Yu examined Zhang Lexuan's state and chuckled.
Her soul power had already reached the critical point of level ninety.
However, this didn't mean that the Lunar Divine Fruit's medicinal power had been fully expended. The limitation was due to the absence of a soul ring and a soul core.
In the second era of the Douluo Continent, for a soul master to break through to the rank of Titled Douluo, they first needed to condense a soul core.
Secondly, they required a soul ring.
The Lunar Divine Fruit's energy wouldn't vanish into thin air. Once Zhang Lexuan acquired a soul ring, its effects would fully manifest.
"I feel amazing right now," Zhang Lexuan said, smiling in satisfaction as she sensed her transformation.
This single Lunar Divine Fruit had completely reborn her.
She was no longer who she had been before.
This fruit was truly a divine treasure.
Su Yu smiled faintly and said, "If I'm not mistaken, your martial soul has likely evolved. Now, your martial soul can truly be called the pinnacle of Yin."
The Lunar Divine Fruit's Ultimate Yin energy had the greatest effect on Zhang Lexuan's Silver Moon martial soul.
Without a doubt, her martial soul had successfully evolved, stepping into the realm of superior martial souls.
Even among superior martial souls, it was one of the strongest.
The Ultimate Yin force surpassed both Ultimate Ice and Ultimate Fire by half a level.
With her evolved martial soul, Zhang Lexuan's strength had increased dramatically.
Before her evolution, she might not have been able to defeat Ma Xiaotao.
But now, Zhang Lexuan could easily crush her.
The weaknesses in Zhang Lexuan's martial soul had been eliminated.
"Pretty much. My martial soul has now evolved into the Lunar Cold Moon. Additionally, I've gained a strange new power within me."
"This power, when combined with my soul power, has significantly enhanced its quality," Zhang Lexuan said, nodding.
"Lunar Cold Moon, huh? Sounds nice. That new power is probably the Ultimate Yin force," Su Yu said softly.
With a gentle wave of his right hand, a silver-glowing left leg bone appeared.
"Strike while the iron is hot. Since your martial soul has evolved, consider this soul bone as a celebration gift."
The item Su Yu had taken out was none other than the hundred-thousand-year-old Silver Moon Wolf King's Left Leg Bone.
The Silver Moon Wolf species was a type of soul beast that absorbed moonlight to cultivate, often appearing at night.
This hundred-thousand-year-old Silver Moon Wolf King's Left Leg Bone was of little value to Su Yu but was perfectly suited for Zhang Lexuan.
Giving it to her would further enhance her foundation, providing her with additional security when hunting fierce soul beasts.
"This is… a hundred-thousand-year soul bone?" Zhang Lexuan was momentarily stunned. Another hundred-thousand-year soul bone?
"This is the Silver Moon Wolf King's Left Leg Bone. It's a perfect match for you," Su Yu said with a smile.
Zhang Lexuan's beautiful eyes flickered, her expression complicated.
If she wasn't mistaken, this would be her fourth hundred-thousand-year soul bone.
Coincidentally, all four of these soul bones were related to Su Yu.
Her left and right arm bones had been sponsored by Di Tian, but without Su Yu, would Di Tian have sponsored her?
Impossible!
Di Tian had only invested in her because of her connection to Su Yu.
Without Su Yu, Di Tian wouldn't even have looked at her.
As for the hundred-thousand-year-old Moon Shadow Dragon's Right Leg Bone and this Silver Moon Wolf King's Left Leg Bone, both had been personally gifted by Su Yu.
Even her martial soul's evolution was thanks to Su Yu.
Zhang Lexuan stared blankly at Su Yu. In her journey of growth, Su Yu's presence had been everywhere.
She always claimed she wanted to help Su Yu, but in the end, it was always Su Yu helping her.
This made Zhang Lexuan feel a little ashamed.
"Don't overthink it. You're my woman. Giving you these things is only natural," Su Yu said seriously.
He understood Zhang Lexuan too well. Her expression alone revealed what she was thinking.
"Just accept it. Even if you want to help me, you need to grow stronger first, right?"
Before Zhang Lexuan could respond, Su Yu continued.
Zhang Lexuan's delicate body trembled. Slowly, she reached out and accepted the soul bone.
Su Yu stepped forward and gently embraced her.
"In the coming days, focus on adjusting to your changes and figuring out how to condense a soul core. I'll teach you the method for condensing one later."
"Once you're fully prepared, you can go hunt for your ninth soul ring. I'll have Elder Hai assist you."
"I'll listen to you."
Zhang Lexuan nestled in Su Yu's arms and said softly.
Su Yu chuckled lightly, raised his hand, and gently stroked Zhang Lexuan's silky hair.
...
Three months later.
In a side hall.
A group of people sat around a table, eating together.
Su Yu sat in the center, with Snow Empress beside him.
The other three were Jiang Nannan, Ling Luochen, and Lan Lan.
Lan Lan sat directly across from Su Yu, her big watery eyes curiously scanning the surroundings. A hint of confusion appeared on her adorable face.
"Big brother, where is Sister Lexuan? Why isn't she here?"
"Does she not want to eat today?"
Lan Lan blinked her big eyes and asked in a crisp voice.
Su Yu picked up a piece of pork rib and placed it into Lan Lan's bowl, saying, "Your Sister Lexuan has already left. She went to obtain her ninth soul ring."
Ling Luochen was startled when she heard this. "Senior Sister is already breaking through to Titled Douluo so soon?"
If she remembered correctly, Senior Sister wasn't even 28 years old yet, right?
Breaking through to Titled Douluo at such a young age?
The usually calm and composed Ling Luochen was shocked by this sudden news.
"It's not that soon. Lexuan has been waiting for this for three months. Her soul power has been completely stabilized and consolidated. It's the right time for her breakthrough."
"Luochen, you don't need to envy Lexuan. You'll also have your day to break through to Titled Douluo."
Su Yu said casually.
Ling Luochen sighed. "I'm just a Soul Emperor for now. I don't even know how far away I am from Titled Douluo."
Su Yu smiled lightly and said, "Once you complete all six of your Black-level trials, you'll be close to Titled Douluo. Don't underestimate yourself."
"How's your progress with Ling Guang recently? Is there anything you don't understand?"
Ling Luochen replied softly, "The teacher is very good. Lately, I've been improving much faster than before."
"That's good. If you have any questions, just ask. Don't hesitate. Since you've joined the Ice God Palace, we're all family here."
Su Yu said.
"I'll remember that, young master," Ling Luochen replied.
Su Yu nodded, then turned his gaze to Jiang Nannan. "Nannan, you should be close to breaking through Soul Emperor as well, right?"
When Su Yu returned, Jiang Nannan had already been a level 55 Soul King.
After Su Yu gifted her the Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone, her soul power increased by several levels after refining it.
That was eight or nine months ago, so by now, Jiang Nannan should be close to Soul Emperor.
Sure enough, Jiang Nannan nodded and said, "I've already reached level 60. My teacher said they'll take me to hunt for a soul beast in a few days."
"Good. As long as you have a plan. Let's all eat."
Su Yu gestured for everyone to continue eating.
As soon as he finished speaking, Lan Lan immediately transformed into a foodie mode and devoured her meal with enthusiasm.
...
At Shrek Academy.
Yan Shaozhe looked at the letter in his hand and burst into laughter.
"Good, good, that's great! Lexuan has finally broken through to level 90. Truly, heaven is smiling upon us!"
It was impossible for Yan Shaozhe not to be happy.
With Zhang Lexuan breaking through to level 90 and combining her power with a soul ring and soul bone from a savage beast, she could at least reach level 93 or 94.
With this, she was approaching the rank of Super Douluo that Elder Mu had once foretold.
Once Zhang Lexuan broke through to Super Douluo, she would take over the position of Sea God Pavilion Master. At that point, Yan Shaozhe could finally be free from his burdens.
Seeing his chance for relief on the horizon, how could Yan Shaozhe not be excited?
The title of Sea God Pavilion Master might sound prestigious, but in reality, it was far from that.
Ever since he became the Pavilion Master, Yan Shaozhe hadn't had a single peaceful day.
Yan Shaozhe was suffering.
But fortunately, these hard days were about to end.
"This trip to the sea to hunt the savage beast is of utmost importance. We must be fully prepared."
"Although Su Yu has sent the Ice Emperor to accompany us, Shrek Academy cannot afford to send no one. Otherwise, wouldn't that be showing incompetence?"
After thinking for a moment, Yan Shaozhe convened the Sea God Pavilion meeting.
The familiar hall remained, but it was no longer the same.
Many of the chairs were empty now. Elder Mu had passed away. Elder Xuan was missing. Elder Lin had passed away. Elder Song was severely injured and had lost her rank. Elder Zhuang had passed away as well.
Among the younger generation, Qian Duoduo was crippled.
Currently, aside from Yan Shaozhe, Cai Mei'er, and Xian Lin'er, there were only two other 95th-level Super Douluo elders left.
Compared to the once-mighty lineup, the current one seemed quite lackluster.
Why else would Yan Shaozhe go out of his way to curry favor with the Ice God Palace and Su Yu? He had no other choice.
If it weren't for Zhang Lexuan's determination and her connection with Su Yu, giving Shrek Academy a glimmer of hope, Yan Shaozhe might have already lost all motivation to continue.
Right now, the Sea God Pavilion is truly in decline.
Lightly knocking on the table, Yan Shaozhe cleared his throat and said,
"You all already understand the situation. This time, we're heading to the sea to hunt a savage beast for Lexuan's ninth soul ring."
"This is what I'm thinking: although we have invited the Ice Emperor to provide support, we can't rely on him for everything."
"If we can handle it ourselves, it's better to do so."
"Sea soul beasts are difficult to deal with in the ocean, and to find the right savage beast, we may need to venture deep into the sea."
"We shouldn't send too many people, and the academy still needs to be defended. So I believe that this trip only requires myself, Chen Lao, and Lin'er."
"Mei'er and Luo Lao will stay behind to guard the academy. Does anyone have any objections?"
Hearing Yan Shaozhe's words, the others exchanged glances and shook their heads in unison.