Russell ignored the straightforward evaluation and carefully observed the synthesized Super Blue Silver Grass, or what could also be called a benign variant of Blue Silver Grass.
“The roots, stems, and leaves have all grown significantly stronger.
The stems and leaves have become much tougher, truly living up to the ‘super’ name.
Moreover, it has generated Soul Power—equivalent to becoming a Soul Beast.
Although the faint Soul Power doesn’t even qualify as a ten-year Soul Beast, it can already be considered a qualitative transformation.” Not all Blue Silver Grass can generate Soul Power and officially become a plant-type Soul Beast.
Otherwise, given the vast numbers and rapid reproduction rate of Blue Silver Grass across the continent, even if Soul Beasts grow slowly, it wouldn’t be humans ruling the land, but Blue Silver Grass.
“Can Super Blue Silver Grass continue to be synthesized?” Russell naturally wondered this.
He continued pulling grass, first synthesizing two Blue Silver Grass plants into Super Blue Silver Grass, then bringing two Super Blue Silver Grass plants close together.
No reaction.
“It doesn’t work?
Can it only be synthesized once?” Russell couldn’t hide his disappointment.
This was different from the game.
He immediately speculated, “In the game, the synthesis module can be upgraded.
Perhaps after my cultivation improves, I can perform secondary or tertiary synthesis?” “Then, can Blue Silver Grass be synthesized with Super Blue Silver Grass?
If so, what would be the result?” Russell continued his experiments, undeterred by the scorching sun beating down on his face, his eyes shining brightly.
Blue Silver Grass + Super Blue Silver Grass = Super Blue Silver Grass.
“It really works!” Russell was overjoyed.
He picked up the Super Blue Silver Grass and compared it with the mixed-synthesis Blue Silver Grass.
“It’s slightly thicker overall.
If you don’t look closely, you might not notice, but it has indeed been enhanced.” An idea struck Russell, and he thought of a better way to express it: “If the comprehensive score of Blue Silver Grass is 1, then Super Blue Silver Grass, being stronger overall compared to Blue Silver Grass, would score around 1.5.
The mixed-synthesis Super Blue Silver Grass would be around 1.6 or 1.7.” “A bold guess: if the Blue Silver King scores 2 or 3 or above, and I keep synthesizing, could I eventually synthesize a Blue Silver King?” Russell’s mind wandered, his excitement rising.
He shut out the outside world and immersed himself completely.
Third synthesis: score 1.75.
Fourth synthesis: score 1.8.
Fifth synthesis: score 1.88.
Sixth synthesis: score 1.84.
Seventh synthesis: score 1.78.
…
Russell gradually furrowed his brow.
The comprehensive evaluation of Super Blue Silver Grass actually showed a trend of first rising and then falling.
Looking at the wilted Blue Silver Grass in his hand under the sun, Russell made a reasonable inference: “The Blue Silver Grass used as synthesis material is dragging down the result.
For Blue Silver Grass to break through a score of 2 or above, I probably need the synthesizer to unlock secondary synthesis.” “Using Blue Silver Grass to optimize the synthesis result can only be done up to four times at most.
This might be the limit of Blue Silver Grass.
Without stronger bloodlines or Soul Power added, 1.9 might be the limit for Super Blue Silver Grass.” Russell continued synthesizing.
Sufficient data would yield the most convincing results.
Gradually, all the Blue Silver Grass in the courtyard fell victim to his experiments, piled up beside him.
With each synthesis, the number of Blue Silver Grass plants dwindled.
After three comparative experiments, Russell confirmed his speculation.
From the four mixed-synthesis Blue Silver Grass plants, he picked out the best Super Blue Silver Grass, took a deep breath, and relaxed his hands, which were trembling from all the grass-pulling.
“Now, I can…
attempt to synthesize the Martial Soul.” Russell summoned his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul.
According to his own evaluation system, the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul would score around 1.1 or 1.2—stronger than ordinary Blue Silver Grass, but only marginally so.
“After synthesis, it should reach the theoretical limit of 1.9 or higher.” He had considered finding better Blue Silver Grass as synthesis material, but with his frail body, leaving the city could mean being snatched away by wild wolves or captured by slave-hunting parties.
Moreover, the Blue Silver Grass species showed little overall variation.
Even if it developed Soul Power, it wouldn’t drastically alter its bloodline strength, or genetic strength.
Without evolving into the Blue Silver King, it would remain just Blue Silver Grass.
“Confirm synthesis.” The Martial Soul briefly disappeared, dropping into a slot in the synthesizer.
Russell could still sense its presence.
He placed the material in the other slot…
Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul (White) + Super Blue Silver Grass (White) = Super Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul (Green) “Green quality!” Russell was overjoyed: “There really is a surprise!
Green quality should have the strength of an intermediate Martial Soul, approaching advanced level!” He retrieved the Martial Soul from the synthesizer.
As it merged with his body, Russell immediately felt the difference.
Strands of Heaven and Earth Essence gathered, seeping through his pores into his body, where the Martial Soul converted them into Soul Power.
It flowed through his meridians, nourishing his body.
Innate Soul Power: Level 4.
The Martial Soul’s evolution had driven a change in his innate talent.
Russell clearly felt his meridians widen slightly, and the Soul Power within his body increased seven or eightfold.
At the very least, he wouldn’t be left gasping for breath after pulling up some grass.
He plopped down on the ground, his body weary from the emotional upheaval, but the joy of his Martial Soul’s evolution dispelled that fatigue.
This proved that his synthesizer could help the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul evolve.
With this, he might just become a powerful Soul Master, perhaps even aspire to godhood.
More importantly, he could master supernatural power and, in turn, take control of his own destiny.
Warm sunlight bathed him as Russell drifted into a deep sleep.
Only when the sun set behind the western hills did he feel a chill and slowly open his eyes.
The courtyard was as dim as it had been in the morning.
Russell stood up, brushing off the bits of Blue Silver Grass and dirt from his clothes.
Feeling the tangible Soul Power within him, he pondered his next move.
“The Spirit Hall has my registered Martial Soul and Soul Power.
The cultivation speed of Innate Level 4 and Level 1 are worlds apart.
Moreover, my Martial Soul might continue to evolve in the future, which will inevitably draw attention.” “By then, an Innate Level 1 Soul Power would stand out too much.” After careful consideration, Russell made a decision.
Glancing at the sky, he saw it was still early before nightfall.
He turned and left home, heading for the Spirit Hall branch.
The Spirit Hall branch was imposing and majestic.
At the entrance, guards crossed their halberds, blocking Russell’s path.
“Halt!
The Spirit Hall is off-limits to idlers.
Come back tomorrow for Martial Soul awakening.” “Brother guards, I awakened my Martial Soul today, but something unusual happened after I returned.
I wanted to come to the Spirit Hall to ask someone about it.” “Is that so?” The guards whispered among themselves upon hearing this.
The guard on the right said, “Wait here for a moment.
I’ll go ask the deacon.” The guard entered the branch hall and soon returned with Su Yuntao.
Su Yuntao looked at Russell, vaguely recalling him as the child who had awakened his Martial Soul earlier in the day—one who seemed to possess Soul Power.
“Child, are you looking for me?” Russell nodded and released his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul.
“Sir, I went home at noon and suddenly fell into a deep sleep.
When I woke up in the afternoon, my Martial Soul had undergone some changes.” This was the solution he had devised.
Rather than being suspected and scrutinized under a magnifying glass in the future, it was better to reveal some differences from the start.
That way, if his Martial Soul continued to evolve, he would have more room to maneuver.