Chapter 161: Undying Nether Fire Dragon

Three days passed quickly, and the group quietly left the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect and Cloud Mist Mountain.

This time, aside from Yang Xiong, the Quasi‑Spirit Emperor, the original six were all experts above Soul Douluo, and there were even three Title Douluo, making their strength extremely formidable.

Only Yang Xiong and Lin Gong had been to that place, so Lin Gong led the team; Bai He assigned the Min Clan to handle reconnaissance, and the Min Clan already had more than ten scouts infiltrated into Sunset Forest, ready to verify any anomalies there.

After half a day of travel, the party soon arrived within that peculiar black miasma.

Visibility here was extremely low; not only were Soul Beasts exceedingly scarce, there were no plants at all, and the black miasma was deadly poisonous.

The group proceeded cautiously toward the center of the black miasma, and indeed at the center lay a massive abyss that resembled a man‑eating beast.

Normally only Title Douluo and Bai He can fly, so the Sword Douluo simply summoned multiple Seven Killing Swords, and Yang Xiong, Yang Wudi, and Niu Gao followed the Sword Douluo at the rear of the formation.

As the group drew nearer the bottom of the abyss, an extremely terrifying Fire Attribute aura indeed emanated, but this aura differed from ordinary flames—it was not explosively fiery, but unusually grim.

When the group got closer, they discovered a truly terrifying Soul Beast at the bottom of the abyss.

This Soul Beast was over fifty meters long, resembling a giant dragon in shape, with four extremely sharp claws, its body covered in black scales, its head even larger than the Azure Bull Python, and instead of dragon horns it bore a pair of massive bull horns.

Even stranger, the beast was enshrouded in black flames that seemed not of the mortal world but as if they came from hell itself.

Lin Gong wrapped everyone with Purple Emperor Bamboo and soul power, his expression exceedingly solemn.

"Xiao Xiong, I never expected it to be an Undying Nether Fire Dragon—a top‑grade Fire Attribute and Dark Attribute Soul Beast. It is said this kind of beast has long been extinct, yet it still exists here."

"It is said this Soul Beast's Life Force is extremely robust, practically unkillable, and judging by this specimen, it is still a little short of the Ten‑thousand Year level."

"Legend says this Soul Beast carries Dragon Clan blood as well as the blood of the divine beast Kui Niu, making its combat power extremely formidable—likely not weaker than the Azure Bull Python in the Star Dou Great Forest, and in some sense perhaps even stronger."

Yang Xiong looked at the Undying Nether Fire Dragon with fiery eyes and said, "Teacher Lin, I think this Soul Beast is perfect for me—it's the one."

Only then did the surrounding people realize how bold Yang Xiong was—seeking a Soul Beast of such a high age for the Sixth Soul Ring. Historically, the longest Sixth Soul Ring in Soul Master history is just over twenty‑thousand years, yet this beast approaches the Ten‑thousand Year level. No wonder they gathered so many elites to hunt it; even the Sword Douluo was somewhat astonished.

Lin Gong nodded, "Very well, since you've made up your mind, we'll proceed according to the plan."

Nearby, Niu Gao hurriedly asked, "Old Bamboo, Yang Xiong, are you really sure about this Soul Beast? It's nearly at the Ten‑thousand Year grade."

Yang Xiong solemnly nodded, "It's the one. I'm confident I can absorb it."

After some preparations, the group finalized the plan to deal with the Undying Nether Fire Dragon.

The Sword Douluo and Yang Wudi were the first to act, as massive Soul‑Breaking Spears and Seven Killing Swords descended from the sky, striking the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's head directly.

This near‑Ten‑thousand Year Soul Beast reacted extremely quickly; seeing an attack, a pair of massive Dragon Claws lunged at the two world‑class weapons.

Meanwhile, the dragon‑head staff in Lin Gong's hand transformed into a fierce giant dragon that lunged at the Undying Nether Fire Dragon, appearing exceedingly ferocious.

Lin Gong then summoned countless Purple Emperor Bamboos, enveloping the entire area around the abyss.

In contrast, Niu Gao transformed into a massive plated rhinoceros and moved to the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's rear, clearly to block its escape.

Bai He observed from the perimeter, preventing any mishaps.

Yang Xiong did not hesitate, directly employing his Fifth Soul Skill, Crimson Blood Dragon Sword, to attack alongside the Sword Douluo.

However, the Undying Nether Fire Dragon proved stronger than anyone imagined; its Dragon Claws actually seized the Soul‑Breaking Spear and the Seven Killing Swords, and even the attacks from the Sword Douluo and Yang Wudi were blocked.

Yang Xiong swung his sword, emitting a blood‑red sword aura, but for the Undying Nether Fire Dragon, the aura could not even pierce its scale armor; its defense was indeed formidable.

Seeing the two attacks thwarted, Lin Gong's Purple Emperor Bamboos turned into countless bamboo spikes that assaulted the Undying Nether Fire Dragon.

But the Undying Nether Fire Dragon emitted boundless black flames; the Purple Emperor Bamboos were burned to char, and Lin Gong felt the flames seemed to scorch not only the bamboos but also the enemy's spirit.

The Sword Douluo and Yang Wudi exchanged glances, and countless Seven Killing Swords instantly filled the sky—it was his Sixth Soul Skill: Ten Thousand Swords Return.

Compared with Yang Xiong's sword aura, the Sword Douluo's technique was countless times stronger; the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's scale armor was shattered instantly, and numerous wounds appeared across its body.

Yang Wudi then activated his Third Soul Skill, Explosion; the Soul‑Breaking Spear emitted a black beam, its attack power soaring to a terrifying level, instantly shattering one of the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's Dragon Claws with a single thrust.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon, repeatedly struck by the two, let out a mournful dragon roar.

Having been continuously attacked, the Undying Nether Fire Dragon seemed to realize the foes' strength and suddenly spoke in a human voice: "Humans, you will not kill me; even in death I will never submit."

The group was startled; they hadn't expected a Undying Nether Fire Dragon that hadn't reached the Ten‑thousand Year level to speak—its bloodline and power were indeed formidable.

After speaking, the Undying Nether Fire Dragon instantly twisted its head, apparently attempting to flee.

But before it could muster full force to break through the encirclement, Niu Gao's plated giant rhinoceros was already blocking its escape route.

Niu Gao directly activated his Fifth Soul Skill: Copper Wall Iron Shield.

The massive plated giant rhinoceros collided with the Undying Nether Fire Dragon, causing the entire abyss to tremble; the two were a pure clash of Power.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon and the plated giant rhinoceros retreated dozens of meters, confirming that the Dragon Clan truly represents the highest tier of Power-Type Soul Beasts.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon seemed to grasp its situation; being besieged by six top‑tier masters, survival now appeared extremely difficult.

Then, at that moment, the black flames on the Undying Nether Fire Dragon surged skyward, carrying a hint of chilling darkness; even Yang Xiong felt a shiver run through his body.

It should be noted that a normal Ten‑thousand Year Soul Beast possesses the strength of a 95‑level Title Douluo, yet this Undying Nether Fire Dragon might be even stronger.

Under those black flames, the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's injuries completely healed, and even the Dragon Claw shattered by Yang Wudi was restored to its original state.

However, comparatively, the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's aura had waned somewhat, and its soul power also dropped a notch.

The Sword Douluo said, "This Undying Nether Fire Dragon possesses an Immortal Body; even if its body is shattered it can regenerate, but this state consumes soul power. As long as we keep the siege, its death is inevitable."

The group exchanged glances and intensified their assault; the Immortal Body ability is indeed formidable, yet no truly immortal exists in this world—if consumption exceeds recovery, the soul power will also falter.

After a full hour of continuous siege, the Undying Nether Fire Dragon finally exhausted its soul power, lying weakly on the ground, its mental force suppressed by the Sword Douluo, rendering even self‑destruction impossible.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon's eyes blazed with anger: "Humans, you will not obtain my Soul Ring."

Unfortunately, even though the Nether Fire Dragon was unwilling, its four Dragon Claws had all been severed, its tail shattered, its entire body enveloped by Purple Emperor Bamboos, its power completely suppressed, unable to move at all.

Lin Gong said, "Xiao Xiong, you must act quickly, or our earlier efforts will be in vain."

Yang Xiong nodded and went straight to the massive dragon head of the Undying Nether Fire Dragon.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon's eyes widened, revealing a trace of hatred: "A mere Quasi‑Spirit Emperor dares to seek my Soul Ring—truly courting death."

Yang Xiong said nothing, pulling out a fiery red bead from his body—it was the Inner Core of the Ten-Headed Blazing Sun Snake.

When the fiery Inner Core appeared, everyone present was startled, especially since the core possessed an extremely terrifying Fire Attribute energy.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon gazed at the Inner Core with a hint of longing; clearly it is also a Fire Attribute Soul Beast, deeply coveting such a fiery treasure.

Yang Xiong did not hesitate; he directly used his soul power to guide the Ten-Headed Blazing Sun Snake's Inner Core into the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's mouth.

Niu Gao, standing nearby, hurriedly spoke: "Yang Xiong, what are you trying to do? This Inner Core possesses terrifying Fire Attribute energy; it may help this Undying Nether Fire Dragon break through its final limit, and then it will be even harder for us to kill it."

Yang Xiong laughed: "Senior Niu Gao, thanks for the warning. What I want isn't a provisional Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring; I want a genuine Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring."

The others were again shocked by his words; according to Yang Xiong, doesn't that mean the sixth Soul Ring must be a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring? Can his body endure that?

Lin Gong addressed the group: "Xiao Xiong and I have analyzed for a long time; I have also tested his body several times recently. Perhaps there is a certain chance to absorb a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring, so we specifically sought this Hundred-Thousand-Year Fire Attribute Soul Beast."

The expressions on everyone's faces varied, but none of them said anything further.

After the Ten-Headed Blazing Sun Snake Inner Core entered the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's mouth, the dragon's Fire Attribute energy seemed about to explode; its body changed at an extremely rapid pace, especially its massive head, which now exhibited an extraordinarily abnormal surge of energy.

The onlookers stared unblinkingly at the Undying Nether Fire Dragon's transformation; as the energy surged, the entire abyss seemed to tremble, and even the previously black sky was filled with countless lightning bolts, as if trying to break through some restriction.

After waiting a full day, the previously feeble Undying Nether Fire Dragon let out a massive dragon roar; nine huge flesh growths suddenly sprouted on its head, each seeming ready to burst forth, and its original black flame underwent a transformation, becoming not only more chilling but also intensely scorching,

Yang Xiong stared fixedly at the flame's change; it seemed as if the fire had entered another tier, and even the dark attribute had shifted to another level.

In that instant, the nine flesh growths on its head burst open, turning into nine head‑like protrusions, making it appear as if it had nine additional heads.

The Undying Nether Fire Dragon let out a terrifying dragon roar: "Humans, you dare not try to hunt me. Thanks for your treasure; from now on I am a truly undying existence. I am the strongest Soul Beast in the world."

It was at that very moment that the Undying Nether Fire Dragon finally broke through the Hundred-Thousand-Year limit; its aura also transformed, becoming more ferocious and more imposing.

(End of Chapter)