Chen Yu recalled that each time his spiritual power increased, it happened every four days.
Though the improvements were small, they were noticeable.
Then, when he worked on developing a cultivation technique to achieve Innate Full Soul Power, his spiritual power increased again—this time more significantly than before.
And now, having successfully created the Ice Heart Formula, his spiritual power surged once more, with an even greater increase than previous times.
Chen Yu stroked his chin, beginning to suspect that the more he contributed to this world, the more his spiritual power would grow.
Alternatively, it might be that the more he changed the world, the more spiritual power he gained.
If it were the former, he would likely be the so-called child of destiny, recognized by the Douluo Continent plane as such.
Only the Douluo Continent plane would need someone like Chen Yu to continuously make contributions.
If that were the case, he would need to elevate the Douluo Continent plane itself.
If it were the latter, he could act freely, even turning the Douluo Continent into his personal backyard like Tang San, without consequence.
He could even become like the transmigrators in other Douluo Continent fanfictions, transforming into an extraplanetary demon, more ruthless than Tang San.
Or, like Bibi Dong, destroy this Douluo Continent altogether?
Chen Yu shook his head.
Given his nature, he preferred not to stir up trouble.
In this primitive era, he simply wanted to live well and find a way to ascend to godhood.
He had even considered choosing defensive soul skills when acquiring soul rings in the future.
Survive first, then think about godhood.
Causing destruction would mean making enemies of the world, which didn’t align with his character.
So, perhaps start by assuming that changing the world and contributing more to it was the way?
After pondering for a long time, Chen Yu made a decision—though he would continue experimenting with his golden finger.
Two days later, Chen Yu arrived with the Black Rhinoceros Tribe at the foot of a mountain in the Soaring Dragon Mountain Range.
Together with the tribal chief, they hid in the cave the tribe had always used for shelter.
The cave was about ten acres in size, usually guarded by the tribe’s Spirit Masters, with feces from powerful Soul Beasts scattered outside as a deterrent.
Located at the very edge of the Soaring Dragon Mountain Range, the area had no powerful Soul Beasts, making it relatively safe.
As Chen Yu entered the cave, oil lamps were quickly lit, their flickering flames illuminating the interior.
He found the spot he had occupied the previous year—a bed made of piled hay.
Picking up the hay, Chen Yu headed outside.
The dried grass needed to be sun-dried or fire-dried, or it would be uncomfortable to sleep on at night.
Accompanying him were Xiang Cai and several other children of similar age.
However, as soon as Chen Yu and the others stepped out of the cave, sharp, grating voices reached their ears.
“Old rhinoceros, you’re still alive?” “This cave belongs to our Snow Mastiff Tribe now.
Find somewhere else to stay this year!” Chen Yu turned to look and saw that the newcomers were from the Snow Mastiff Tribe, neighbors of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe.
At the edge of the Far North, north of Snow Spirit City, lies the encampment of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe.
The Snow Mastiff Tribe had not specifically sought trouble there before.
However, whenever both tribes came to the Soaring Dragon Mountain Range to take refuge from the cold wave beast tide, conflicts would arise between them over competing for nearby water sources.
Especially in recent years, the Snow Mastiff Tribe and the Black Rhinoceros Tribe had grown increasingly hostile toward each other.
“You old crippled dog, how dare you say such things?
Have you grown too arrogant, or have we of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe lost our edge?” Shi Xi, the chieftain of Chen Yu’s tribe, widened his small eyes slightly, showing a hint of surprise.
“Hmph, with just your Black Rhinoceros Tribe?” The lean old man called “old crippled dog” had a scar on his face and a slight limp in his right leg.
He now looked at Chen Yu and the others with an expression of disdain.
As soon as the old crippled dog finished speaking, a burly middle-aged man appeared behind him.
The middle-aged man had a fierce expression, with thick, coarse features and several white-painted patterns on his face.
After making two exaggerated gestures, he immediately unleashed his Soul Power.
One white, two yellow, and two purple—five Soul Rings in total.
He was actually a Soul King!
“A Soul King!” “He’s actually a Soul King!” Gu Xi’s expression also turned serious at this moment.
Their Black Rhinoceros Tribe had no Soul King.
The last Soul King, Chen Yu’s father Bei Li, had sacrificed himself protecting the tribe during a Beast Tide.
“Indeed, a Soul King.
Now, will your Black Rhinoceros Tribe leave this place?” The old crippled dog declared arrogantly.
Although the Snow Mastiff Tribe and the Black Rhinoceros Tribe were at odds, they were both human after all.
Sometimes, they needed to rely on each other in the Soaring Dragon Mountain Range, and they also needed mutual support in the direction of the Far North.
Now, they merely wanted to secure a better environment for their own tribe.
If neither side lacked water, the two tribes would not fight over it.
Faced with the old crippled dog’s words, Gu Xi fell silent.
Though he hated to admit it, their Black Rhinoceros Tribe was indeed no match for the Snow Mastiff Tribe at present.
They would have to surrender this cave.
“Hahahaha.” Seemingly noticing Gu Xi’s silence and reluctance, the old crippled dog burst into laughter.
“Don’t worry, after all, aren’t your Black Rhinoceros Tribe people quite skilled at digging holes?” Chen Yu listened to these harsh words but felt powerless, growing increasingly frustrated inside.
However, he knew that if the chieftain truly chose to give up the cave, their Black Rhinoceros Tribe would suffer greatly.
Thus, Chen Yu stepped forward and shouted loudly.
“Our Black Rhinoceros Tribe isn’t skilled at digging holes, but we are quite good at digging graves.” Chen Yu’s eyes showed no fear as he glared angrily at the old crippled dog.
At the same time, the old crippled dog, the burly man, and all the members of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe were stunned.
They hadn’t expected Chen Yu to dare say such a thing.
“You have quite the nerve, kid.
Do you have a death wish?” The burly man flexed his massive muscles, glaring fiercely at Chen Yu as the imposing aura of a Soul King pressed down upon him.
For a moment, Chen Yu felt immense pressure and could only circulate the Ice Heart Formula within his body to resist.
Fortunately, the Soul Power of a Soul King was not yet strong enough to unleash overwhelming pressure.
Moreover, Chen Yu was an adult reincarnated into this world; otherwise, he would surely have been intimidated by the burly man.
But for now, Chen Yu could still hold on.
Seeing Chen Yu’s courage, the other Spirit Masters of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe stepped forward one after another, shielding him.
At the same time, all the Spirit Masters of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe released their Soul Power.
There weren’t many Soul Kings in the Black Rhinoceros Tribe, but there were quite a few soul venerables and Soul Ancestors.
If the two tribes truly fought, it would undoubtedly result in mutual destruction.
Now, it was the old lame dog and the burly man who began to feel afraid.
“Old rhinoceros, does your Black Rhinoceros Tribe intend to go to war with our Snow Mastiff Tribe?” The old lame dog roared with a threatening but hollow tone.
“If it’s war you want, then war it is.
Our Black Rhinoceros Tribe isn’t afraid of you.” Gu Xi stroked the beard on his chin and replied with utmost seriousness.
The moment Gu Xi’s words fell, the Spirit Masters of the Black Rhinoceros Tribe each took a step forward.
Their overwhelming presence forced the old lame dog and the burly man to retreat a step.
“Fine, fine, fine.
Just you wait.” Before long, the old lame dog and the burly man spat out a final threat before fleeing.
Who knew whether they were going to call for reinforcements or prepare to fight another day?