Merging with Demon Spirits

Lin Feng’s arrival made the usually quiet Suspended City suddenly lively.

Many have watched the Apostle’s debut performance, so it’s nothing to be surprised about.

But this is Lin Feng’s debut performance.

Globally, Lin Feng has an incredibly exaggerated fame and popularity, even in the isolated Suspended City.

If not for the fear of the Apostle’s identity, enthusiastic fans might have surrounded him for signatures and photos.

"When will Lin Feng’s debut performance start?"

"Start what? It’s still uncertain if Lin Feng will participate in the debut performance."

"Lin Feng’s strength is so great, and he loves stirring things up. How could he not participate?"

"The debut performance is set by the Celestial King, and the stronger the participant, the greater the difficulty. One mistake could be deadly."

"Indeed, that’s the case. Lin Feng has offended quite a few people."

"If he passes through ten challenges, Lin Feng will become a Celestial King."

"It’s not that easy. The highest record is just six challenges, achieved by only one person."

In Suspended City, the streets and alleys are filled with discussions about whether Lin Feng will participate in the Apostle debut performance.

Not all Apostles participate in the debut performance; it’s entirely voluntary, and not participating doesn’t come with any penalties.

Not long ago, people were eagerly anticipating Hong Yi’s debut performance.

As a member of the Avengers Alliance, Hong Yi has high popularity and fame. As a rare Spirit Medium, with celestial chart demon beasts sealed within, his unique identity and combat style make everyone very interested in Hong Yi.

Moreover, Hong Yi is quite adorable, with a chubby round face that looks very approachable. Even his exaggerated dark circles, though strange at first glance, have a sort of silly charm when viewed for a long time.

However, the anticipation turned into disappointment.

Hong Yi lacked confidence in his strength, so he decided to forgo the debut performance opportunity.

In Hong Yi’s view, even if he did participate, he would likely only pass one or two challenges.

Unless he entered a Pretend to Sleep state, possessed by Sha Mi.

But that annoying fox wouldn’t cooperate quietly.

Besides, there’s no necessity for it. Sha Mi’s power is too strong, only arousing others’ fear and surveillance.

She currently doesn’t have the strength to protect this special power.

...

"Suspended City is divided into five major areas, including....." Having left the Sea Hall, Polona Segura began introducing the basic situation of Suspended City to Lin Feng.

Among them, the research facility caught Lin Feng’s attention the most.

This was his main purpose for coming here.

The research facility in Suspended City houses tens of thousands of research talents, all advanced and salary-receiving types.

Ordinary research talents don’t qualify for recruitment or abduction by Pure Land.

And half of the residents in Suspended City are relatives and family members of these research talents.

Whether willing or not, once in Pure Land, leaving isn’t easy.

This is why countries worldwide label Pure Land as the number one terrorist organization, yet still trying every way to get a spot, wishing to join it.

"Take me to the research facility first."

Lin Feng had no intention of wandering around aimlessly and asked Polona Segura to take him straight to the research facility.

The research facility is located at the center of Suspended City, right below the Guardian Divine Artifact, making it the safest place in Suspended City.

Hundreds of high and low, well-arranged research rooms brightened Lin Feng’s eyes.

As Lin Feng and Polona fluttered down from the sky, it didn’t take long for a man to walk out from the research facility and appear before the two.

"Honorable Apostles."

The man appeared to be middle-aged, wearing black-framed glasses, a well-fitted suit, noticeably overweight with a prominent belly, slightly bowing to Lin Feng and Polona, speaking with a tone of reverence.

In Pure Land, the Apostle rank is only second to the Celestial King. In some sense, Apostles represent the Celestial King, so few dare offend an Apostle.

"This is Supervisor Chen, your fellow Hua Countryman, one of the three stewards of the research facility. If you have any questions, you can directly instruct him," Polona Segura introduced.

"Greetings, Apostle Lin."

Supervisor Chen also looked at Lin Feng, unobtrusively observing this highly popular "hotshot" among the Apostles.

"Supervisor Chen."

Lin Feng flashed a slight smile, then pulled out a crystal bottle from his pants pocket.

The crystal-clear bottle contained a small piece of meat.

"Do you know Shou’Er?"

Lin Feng asked.

Supervisor Chen paused, somewhat unsure, "Is it the King’s Tutor Shou’Er from the King Becoming plan?"

Supervisor Chen evidently watched the King Becoming plan but was surprised Lin Feng mentioned Shou’Er.

Lin Feng had apprenticed under Alice, no?

Wasn’t Shou’Er Bing’s tutor?

"Since you know Shou’Er, you should know his Secret Skill ’Beastification Transformation.’ I’m very interested in this Secret Skill."

Lin Feng explained, and Supervisor Chen’s face showed a look of realization, understanding Lin Feng’s intent.

Polona Segura, however, looked curious.

Among the thirty-seven mentors of the King Becoming plan, Shou’Er was only a King’s Tutor. Yet, he left a deep impression on viewers.

After all, those who watched the King Becoming plan could never forget that shocking half-human, half-beast body.

And among all mentors’ Secret Skills, Shou’Er’s "Beastification Transformation" is unique.

With that Secret Skill, Shou’Er, unable to refine a Demon Spirit, could have a powerful Demon Beast body and cast the Demon Beast’s Soul Skills without consuming Soul Power.

A martial artist who can’t refine a Demon Spirit, surprisingly able to cast Soul Skills, is pure fantasy.

If ordinary people could accept this beastification transformation, and the risks of learning the Secret Skill weren’t high, with no significant aftereffects, most would choose to apprentice under Shou’Er.

That’s not an exaggeration.

Even Extraordinary Powerhouses refining a Lifebound Demon Spirit can only possess up to ten Soul Skills.

Each Soul Skill is crucial to a Demon Spirit Master.

A good Soul Skill may transform a Demon Spirit Master’s combat series, boosting strength by a tier.

Learning Shou’Er’s "Beastification Transformation" allows gaining extra Soul Skills freely, which is an irresistible temptation for both martial artists and Demon Spirit Masters.

"Could it be Lin Feng learned this Secret Skill?"

Polona Segura silently speculated, simultaneously observing Lin Feng’s body for any changes.

Whether the Secret Skill was learned from Shou’Er or privately informed by Bing isn’t the key. The key is whether Lin Feng learned it or not.

If the risk isn’t high, then some degree of beastification in oneself isn’t unacceptable.

After all, strength is more important than anything.

Lin Feng handed over the crystal bottle, and as Supervisor Chen received it, Lin Feng continued, "While trying to cultivate this Secret Skill, the Demon Beast’s power continuously corroded and assimilated my flesh, leading to cultivation failure and an inability to proceed further. I need you to find a solution or method to alleviate this assimilation."

"Understood."

Supervisor Chen nodded seriously, expressing that he would convene a meeting with research personnel for this.

"The Secret Skill is crucial, expedite research and experimentation. If a solution is found, I owe you a favor."

Lin Feng’s tone deepened.

His "Second Incarnation" had been successfully cultivated, the process smooth, but the Nightmare’s assimilation continued.

Only its speed is ten times slower than before.

Yet this only addresses symptoms, not the underlying issue needing a complete solution.

Though recently, Taoist Baimei was docile and obedient, helping him devour the Nightmare’s power, thwarting further assimilation, this remains a temporary measure. Once the Nightmare grows stronger, perhaps Baimei may not exert much effect.

"Serving Apostle Lin is our duty, not blaming for merits."

Supervisor Chen waved his hand, but his eyes sparkled with delight.

An Apostle’s favor is inherently valuable, not to mention Lin Feng’s favor.

As a Pure Land member and one of the three stewards in the research facility, Supervisor Chen understood that soon, perhaps within a few years, a full-scale war between two worlds might ensue.

At that time, even Suspended City can’t remain uninvolved.

This favor might be his and his family’s key to survival.

"Conduct careful research," Polona Segura also remarked, her interest in "Beastification Transformation" apparent.

Or rather, everyone is interested.