Chapter 272: 272. Chapter 272: Spirit Gathering Success, Gu Fei

272. Chapter 272: Spirit Gathering Success, Gu Fei's Opportunity!

Gu Fei quietly watched the enormous golden lightning dragon before him, his heart filled with myriad emotions.

He knew very well that the more powerful a creature was, the more difficult it became for it to develop intelligence.

Just like the Bodhi Ancient Tree he had encountered before; even though it once possessed terrifying strength comparable to a Dou Di, it still only had the most basic biological instincts.

By comparison, humans are extremely weak from birth, yet they possess the highest level of intelligence.

This is perhaps because the human cultivation cycle is short, allowing for significant results in a short period, a point that other creatures find difficult to match.

This heaven and earth give birth to all things! How many people can truly explain the opportunities within them? "Roar!"

While Gu Fei was deep in thought, the golden lightning dragon suddenly let out a shrill wail, its massive body trembling violently.

Countless golden electric arcs danced across its skin, as if trying to tear it apart.

Gu Fei's pupils constricted, and he immediately realized that the Nine Profound Golden Lightning was suffering from a powerful backlash.

The majestic lightning dragon was now in immense pain, its giant head thrashing back and forth as it let out bursts of pained roars.

Just at this moment, the surrounding Black Demon Lightning acted against the norm; instead of avoiding the Nine Profound Golden Lightning, they surged toward it one after another.

Those black bolts of lightning seemed to have received a summons, one after another merging into the body of the golden lightning dragon.

A flash of surprise crossed Gu Fei's eyes; he realized these Black Demon Lightning were dissolving the terrifying backlash for their king.

However, as time passed, even with the help of the Black Demon Lightning, the situation of the Nine Profound Golden Lightning remained grim.

One could see the backlash within the golden lightning dragon becoming increasingly fierce, with a part of it exploding every single moment. Golden blood, like magma, gushed out from the wounds, dissipating into specks of golden light in the void.

"It seems it still cannot succeed!"

Gu Fei sighed softly, a trace of regret flashing in his eyes.

All things have spirits; to reach this step is something rarely seen in a thousand years!

To end up like this, how can one not feel pity and regret!

It is truly a pity!!!

However, just at this moment, Gu Fei remembered something, and a bold idea suddenly arose in his heart.

He took a deep breath and slowly walked toward the struggling, pained lightning dragon.

"Give your power to me, and I will help you gather your spirit!"

Gu Fei said loudly, his voice filled with determination.

Upon hearing this, the golden lightning dragon turned its head with great difficulty.

The next moment, its eyes, bright as stars, gazed at Gu Fei, a flash of hesitation flickering within them.

Gu Fei could feel that the Nine Profound Golden Lightning was now weak to the extreme, lacking even the strength to launch an attack.

Through the feedback of the Emotion Value, Gu Fei knew the lightning dragon had not rejected his proposal.

He took a deep breath, slowly raised his hands, and his entire body was suddenly enveloped in a layer of pink flames.

"Strip!"

Gu Fei gave a low shout and slammed his hands onto the lightning dragon's massive body.

In an instant, brilliant golden lightning surged out from the body of the Nine Profound Golden Lightning like a tidal wave. Under Gu Fei's control, those golden lightning bolts transformed into a lightning dragon about a hundred feet long, circling and dancing in the void.

The entire process was exceptionally smooth, thanks to the Nine Profound Golden Lightning not resisting. When nearly ninety percent of its power was extracted, the look of pain in the golden lightning dragon's eyes diminished significantly.

Gu Fei was not idle either; he circulated the Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame within his body to firmly suppress the lightning dragon within him.

Afterward, he formed seals with his hands, and a profound rune condensed at his fingertips.

"Spirit Transformation!"

With a soft shout from Gu Fei, the rune in his hand instantly imprinted onto the forehead of the Nine Profound Golden Lightning.

At this moment, the Nine Profound Golden Lightning had shrunk to only a dozen or so feet in size, and its strength remained only at the Half-Saint level.

Performing spirit gathering in this state meant the backlash endured was almost negligible.

As time passed, the golden lightning dragon's eyes gradually became lively.

Its gaze wandered around, finally settling on Gu Fei. In those star-like eyes, a hint of intimacy actually emerged.

Heh!

It is not that I, Gu Fei, had the opportunity to encounter you!

Rather, I am your opportunity.

The corners of Gu Fei's mouth curled into a smile.

【Ding, the Nine Profound Golden Lightning has developed a sense of dependency, Emotion Value increased by...】

The system's notification sound rang in Gu Fei's mind.

Clearly, the Nine Profound Golden Lightning, having just developed intelligence, had identified the first person it saw, Gu Fei, as its closest existence.

"Little guy, this is all fate between you and me!"

Gu Fei's mouth turned upward.

"Heh heh, little friend Gu Fei, your fortune is truly not shallow!"

Just at this moment, an aged yet dignified laugh suddenly rang out in the void.

Gu Fei looked toward the sound.

He saw a white-haired old man slowly walking out from the void.

That person was none other than Elder Zhu Shang of the Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan.

Zhu Shang looked at Gu Fei with burning eyes, a look of amazement flickering within them.

With his terrifying cultivation as an Eight-Star Dou Saint, he had sensed the Nine Profound Golden Lightning's spirit transformation, which was why he had rushed to this place.

"Elder Zhu Shang!"

Gu Fei bowed politely, a flash of surprise crossing his eyes.

He did not expect that the scene of him helping the Nine Profound Golden Lightning gain sentience would be seen by this powerful figure of the Dragon Clan.

At this moment, through the feedback from the Emotion System, Gu Fei knew that this Elder Zhu Shang held no malice toward him; on the contrary, he was quite appreciative.

"To be able to help the Nine Profound Golden Lightning gain sentience—this kind of fortuitous encounter is not something just anyone can come across."

Zhu Shang smiled slightly, his gaze wandering between Gu Fei and that golden lightning dragon.

"To tell you the truth, this was all a coincidence. If not for the Nine Profound Golden Lightning being willing, I would not have been able to reach this step."

Upon hearing this, a smile also appeared on Gu Fei's face.

"Not bad, for you to possess such a humble heart is truly rare."

Zhu Shang nodded, a trace of admiration flashing in his eyes.

"However, although this Nine Profound Golden Lightning has already gained sentience, it still needs a period of time to adapt to its new identity."

As he spoke, his gaze fell upon that golden lightning dragon.

Upon hearing this, Gu Fei nodded thoughtfully.

He could feel that although the Nine Profound Golden Lightning had already birthed intelligence, its consciousness was still very vague, much like a newborn infant.

Just at this moment, that golden lightning dragon suddenly let out a soft hum, its massive body slowly moving closer to Gu Fei.

Its star-like eyes were filled with a look of attachment, as if it were seeking protection.

Seeing this, Gu Fei could not help but reach out his hand to gently stroke the lightning dragon's head. The touch was cold but not stinging; instead, it had a peculiar sense of affinity.

"It seems it has already acknowledged you as its master."

"This is a heaven-sent opportunity!"

Watching this scene, Zhu Shang could not help but exclaim.

Upon hearing this, Gu Fei also felt a surge of excitement in his heart; the power of the Nine Profound Golden Lightning was beyond doubt, and if he could tame it, it would undoubtedly become a great asset to him. (End of chapter)