Ye Lingling continued: “This process will be somewhat painful, as the toxins will resist while being purged. But it will absolutely not harm Dugu Yan’s Spirit foundation. On the contrary, it will only make it purer.”
Both Dugu Bo and Ye Qingxian were experts with discerning eyes.
They immediately noticed that the life force radiating from the “Life Begonia Emperor” projection far exceeded that of an ordinary healing Spirit.
Ye Qingxian’s eyes sparkled with dazzling light; her daughter’s Spirit Power, after evolving, had once again exceeded her expectations.
Dugu Bo nodded slightly, a flash of approval passing through his strange green eyes.
This method of “washing and stripping away” indeed sounded more sophisticated and safer than forcibly neutralizing or suppressing the toxin.
“Then, what comes next? If we only purge the existing toxins, Dugu Yan’s Spirit will still produce new toxins in the future. Do you plan to purify her over and over again?”
Dugu Bo insisted on knowing more, as this was the key to a complete cure.
“Therefore, a second step is required—’evolution.'” Ye Lingling’s gaze shifted towards the Earth Dragon Golden Melon, her tone carrying a hint of certainty.
“After the toxins are purged, Dugu Yan’s Jade Phosphor Snake Spirit will be in a state that is relatively ‘pure’ but perhaps also slightly ‘weakened’ during its adjustment period. At this time, a powerful yet gentle external force is needed to guide it towards a stronger, more controllable transformation.”
She spoke slowly: “That ‘Earth Dragon Golden Melon’ is an immortal herb that grew here by absorbing the essence of the earth’s dragon veins and the extreme primordial energy of this place.”
“It contains extremely pure, dense, and spiritually charged earth element and draconic origin power. Its nature is balanced and gentle, yet its potential is limitless.”
“Let Dugu Yan consume this Earth Dragon Golden Melon after the toxins are purged. Its potent medicinal power will not conflict with any residual cold poison within her. Instead, it will use its thick virtue of earth to stabilize her Spirit foundation and nourish her meridians.”
“More importantly, this draconic lineage and pure earth element energy are very likely to stimulate the bloodline potential deep within the Jade Phosphor Snake Spirit, prompting a benign… evolution.”
“Spirit evolution… Jade Phosphor Snake evolving…” Dugu Yan murmured to herself, her emerald eyes growing brighter and brighter, filled with longing.
She was deeply aware of both the potential and the shackles of her Spirit; evolution was the path she dreamed of.
Dugu Bo fell silent.
This plan sounded well-structured and, theoretically, highly feasible.
First, use high-level Life energy to gently purge the toxins, then use a high-potential immortal herb to guide the Spirit’s evolution, fundamentally resolving the problem.
Every step fully utilized the local conditions and the characteristics of Ye Lingling’s evolved Spirit.
Notably, the ultimate goal of “Spirit evolution” would not only resolve the toxin backlash but also pave the way for his granddaughter’s future.
This was far more significant than simple detoxification.
Dugu Bo looked at Ye Qingxian.
Ye Qingxian pondered for a moment, then slowly nodded.
“Lingling’s logic… although bold, is theoretically sound.”
“However… during the actual process, Lingling’s Life Purification power will require extremely high precision. Dugu Yan’s condition when consuming the herb and the subsequent guidance must also be handled with extraordinary care.”
Receiving this partial confirmation from a professional like Ye Qingxian, Dugu Bo’s final doubts dissipated.
He took a deep breath.
The abundant Spirit Power of the valley filled his lungs, refreshing his spirit.
Dugu Yan sat cross-legged on a smooth, warm bluestone about ten feet from the Yin-Yang Eyes of Ice and Fire.
Ye Lingling stood before her, her emerald eyes as calm as water.
Within the mental world, Ling Ye’s voice conveyed clearly and steadily the key points of each step and the subtle techniques of Spirit Power circulation.
“Lingling, relax your mind. Let me better control your body and guide the Spirit Power flow. Feel this process carefully; it will greatly benefit your future use of the Life Purification power.”
Ling Ye’s voice was steady and persuasive.
“Alright.” Ye Lingling followed the instruction, relaxing her control over her body and handing the reins over to Ling Ye’s sea-vast Spiritual Power and experience.
The next moment, “Ye Lingling’s” temperament underwent a subtle shift; the young girl’s coolness remained, but now it was tinged with a composure and calmness weathered by storms.
She raised her hands, palms facing each other.
Behind her, the Life Begonia Emperor Spirit, clear as emerald and ringed with a platinum halo, slowly unfurled.
“Dugu Yan, close your eyes and focus your mind. No matter what you feel, do not resist my Spirit Power guidance. This process may be somewhat uncomfortable, but trust me.” Ye Lingling reassured.
Dugu Yan nodded heavily, took a deep breath, and closed her beautiful eyes.
“Begin.”
As the words fell, the Life Begonia Emperor shone with dazzling light.
A soft yet solemn emerald halo spread outward like ripples of water, completely enveloping Dugu Yan.
The halo was not glaring, yet it conveyed a sensation of warmth and cleansing that reached deep into the soul.
Ye Qingxian focused intently, perceiving every subtle fluctuation of her daughter’s divine power.
The purity and control of this Spirit Power were nothing like what a Spirit Elder who had just broken through Rank 40 should possess; it seemed as if tempered a thousand times over.
Her estimation of “Senior Ling Ye” rose yet again.
Dugu Bo narrowed his strange green eyes, his Spirit Power perception locked onto his granddaughter.
He was both expectant and anxious, fearing any unforeseen mishap.
The emerald halo penetrated Dugu Yan’s body, slowly flowing along her meridians.
At first, Dugu Yan felt only comfort throughout her body, as if soaking in a warm spring; the slight coldness and stagnation caused by years of toxin accumulation were dissipating bit by bit.
But soon, the situation changed.
When that pure Life energy touched deep within her meridians, the deep green toxins intertwined with the Jade Phosphor Snake Spirit—toxins that seemed almost alive—immediately put up fierce “resistance.”
They were like startled venomous snakes, attempting to coil up, resist, and even lash back at the emerald Life energy.
“Mmph…” Dugu Yan let out a muffled groan.
Her delicate brows furrowed tightly, and fine beads of sweat instantly appeared on her forehead.
She could clearly feel waves of pain coming from within her body; this was the instinctive rebound as the toxins were forcibly stripped from their “nests.”
“Steady! Imagine my Life energy as the gentlest flowing water, washing away those stubborn stains. Don’t resist it. Embrace it, guide it out.” Ye Lingling’s voice reached Dugu Yan’s ears at just the right moment, carrying a strangely soothing power.
Simultaneously, the intensity and penetration pattern of the emerald halo were finely adjusted.
They became denser and more pervasive, little by little “wrapping around” and “stripping away” those deep green toxin particles from the Spirit and meridian walls.
This process was undeniably painful.
Dugu Yan’s body trembled slightly.
Her complexion alternated between pale and an abnormal bluish tint.
She bit down hard on her lower lip, almost drawing blood.
But she remembered “Ye Lingling’s” words.
She did not mobilize her Spirit Power to resist but tried her best to relax and guide that warm, steady force.
Time passed, moment by moment.