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Chapter 557: A Helping Hand
From the space channel, a figure dressed in luxurious red and green robes emerged first. The intense bloodline pressure radiated from his presence. Even the elders of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Tribe showed respect upon seeing this figure. They felt the overwhelming pressure from their souls and, led by Jiufeng, respectfully greeted the figure.
"Greetings, Elder Yaofeng!"
Yaofeng's figure was slightly hunched, with fiery red hair cascading down to his shoulders, turning green at the tips. His face appeared very youthful, though the deep, ancient look in his eyes conflicted with his youthful appearance, giving him an enigmatic aura.
Hearing the voices of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Tribe, Yaofeng nodded slightly. He glanced at the other space channel, surprise flickering in his eyes. The aura emanating from that channel was even stronger than his own, indicating another true Dou Saint.
Cough, cough!
As Yaofeng stood in silence, a series of coughs echoed from the channel. A frail figure emerged, looking as if he were just skin and bones. Despite his feeble appearance, no one dared to underestimate the old man. The black robe he wore seemed to be filled with wailing souls, with tens of thousands of pale, ghostly faces covering it. This robe, made from the souls of countless beings, sent chills through everyone present.
Seeing the old man, Hun Yu's respectful expression grew even more solemn. "Greetings, Elder Hunshan!"
Hunshan's black eyes, like bottomless pits, met Yaofeng's gaze. His lips curled into a thin smile. "Old friend, it's been a while."
Yaofeng's expression grew serious. The Soul Tribe had actually brought this old man along.
"Enough with the pleasantries, Jiufeng. Brief us on the situation," Yaofeng commanded, cutting the reunion short. Jiufeng quickly explained the current state of affairs, prompting Hunshan and Yaofeng to both gaze towards the Bodhi Ancient Tree.
Xiao Ze's group approached the Bodhi Ancient Tree. As they drew nearer, Xiao Ze felt an increasing sense of pressure. Xun'er, Little Doctor Immortal, and the others also wore serious expressions, a faint reverence rising within them. Facing an ancient divine entity like the Bodhi Ancient Tree, it was impossible for anyone to remain entirely calm.
The closer they got, the denser the clear energy around them became, creating various mystical scenes in the air. After initially sensing the Bodhi Ancient Tree's attention when displaying the Origin Emperor Flame, Xiao Ze no longer felt its gaze.
Now, near the Bodhi Ancient Tree, his strong soul power made him feel uneasy. The pressure and unease were palpable, hinting at the lingering negative emotions of fallen Dou Emperors. Even after countless years, these residual emotions could still affect Xiao Ze.
At that moment, Xiao Ze sensed a spatial fluctuation behind him. He turned to see two figures emerging from a space channel. The Gu Clan members also turned, with Gu Qingyang frowning deeply.
"Looks like they've brought their own Dou Saints," Gu Qingyang remarked.
The two Dou Saints waved their sleeves, swiftly bringing the two tribes near the Gu Clan. Yaofeng's gaze fell on Xun'er and the others, his voice dripping with disdain. "The Gu Clan really breaks the rules by bringing a Dou Saint."
Having been in seclusion for a long time, Yaofeng was unfamiliar with the current state of human forces in Zhongzhou. Thus, he failed to recognize Xiao Ze.
However, the Soul Tribe members, especially Hunshan, recognized Xiao Ze immediately. A Dou Saint and a ninth-tier alchemist—his presence demanded respect and caution.
"There's no agreement among the ancient tribes that prohibits Dou Saints from participating in the Bodhi Ancient Tree's opportunities," Xun'er retorted coolly. "What rule are you talking about? Does the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Tribe just make things up as they go?"
Annoyed by Xun'er's words, Yaofeng refrained from arguing further. Instead, he let out a cold snort. "Very well, then. We shall compete for the Bodhi Ancient Tree's opportunities on our own merits."
Yaofeng's shift in attitude was prompted by the realization of the Gu Clan's formidable strength. With three Dou Saints and an enigmatic figure whose power he couldn't gauge, rash actions were out of the question.
Perhaps sensing the presence of multiple Dou Saints, the Bodhi Ancient Tree's branches trembled. Amidst the rustling of leaves, numerous branches intertwined and descended from the tree's canopy. When the branches touched the ground, five expressionless figures emerged. The space around them rippled with terrifying pressure, revealing them as five Half-Saints.
Both Xiao Ze's group and the Soul and Heavenly Demon Phoenix tribes were taken aback. While each side had Dou Saints, seeing five Half-Saints emerge from the Bodhi Ancient Tree was astonishing.
Yaofeng scrutinized the five figures, noting their lifelessness and lack of souls. "Puppets!" he exclaimed.
Hunshan narrowed his eyes, recognizing one of the figures. "One of the missing Half-Saints recorded in the Soul Tribe's history... turned into a puppet by the Bodhi Ancient Tree!?"
(End of Chapter)
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