Beast Taming Patrol Chapter 1442 - 406: Netherworld Seal

Lin Su gave a slight nod of acknowledgment.

Dreadful dark-attribute energy dominates the Nether River’s power, though it is further bolstered by telekinetic and spiritual components. The Nine Nether River situated within the Nine Nether Pavilion shares this exact makeup, as both originate from the same primordial source.

The sacred monument once served as the town river monument for this specific Nine Nether River before the Nether Soul Palace eventually relocated it to the outside world.

In contrast, the Spiritual Pond was processed through the unique secret techniques of the Spirit Water Workshop. By purging the primary dark elements, they successfully condensed a specialized liquid focused entirely on telekinetic and spiritual attributes. For anyone possessing these two traits, absorbing this power provides immense benefits.

"Youyou, it's your turn!" Lin Su spoke softly, before reaching up to pat the head of Qiuqiu, who was resting atop his own. "Qiuqiu, you should go as well."

"Woo! (❁´◡`❁)" (The Spiritual Pond is mine!)

With a joyful cry, Youyou shifted into its Battle Spirit form and plunged into the water with a loud splash. Ripples spread across the surface as the Spiritual Pond's energy surged instantly, being hungrily drawn in by Youyou. Before long, Youyou's eyes drifted shut as it began the mental process of visualizing its tenth phoenix.

"Mi! (｡✪ω✪｡)" (Excellent!)

Qiuqiu gave its response as the "past vision" behind its head began to glow, while the "present vision" faded into darkness. Transforming swiftly into its Cold Frost Dream Spirit form, it stepped daintily into the pool. Within the vertical pupil on its brow, a faint world of snow and ice flickered into view.

This was a realm forged from dream rules merged with the Cold Frost Dream Domain talent skill—the sole spiritual offensive technique it retained after refining its talents back to their primal state. Driven by the influx of power from the Spiritual Pond, this frozen world began to expand further and further.

Realizing their breakthroughs would take some time, Lin Su gave them a few final instructions. Then, accompanied by the Soul Venerate, he guided the remaining three little ones toward a different workshop ship.

This vessel stood as the most towering workshop ship in the Nine Nether Pavilion, positioned at the highest point of the Nine Nether River’s reach. Spanning over 20,000 meters, it was the only ship of such a massive scale. Its exterior was decorated with countless intricate patterns and profound reliefs that still radiated ancient power despite the eons that had passed.

"This is the primary vessel of the Nine Nether Pavilion, which is why it was named the Nine Nether Workshop," the Soul Venerate explained calmly. As they faced the ship, even the Soul Venerate’s expression took on a hint of solemnity. "The Nine Nether Workshop is directly connected to the source of the Nine Nether River, having been saturated by its influence for countless ages."

Pointing toward the waters flowing beneath the ship, the Soul Venerate added, "The Nine Nether River we see today is merely a shadow of its former self; in the past, it was likely far more potent."

"Even a simple monument soaked in these waters could manifest an entire Nether River elsewhere after being moved."

Lin Su nodded, his face turning grave as he listened.

A monument left in these waters becomes a sacred monument. If that was the case, what sort of miraculous power was contained within this Nine Nether Workshop, which had stood within the river for an eternity?

Standing behind him, Guigui and Yingying were filled with visible excitement and wonder. As they drew closer to the Nine Nether Workshop, the intense energy vibrating within the ship became palpable to them.

This energy resonated deeply with their own. Having already received benefits from the sacred monument, their internal barriers were gone, allowing a powerful sense of attraction to pull them toward the ship's core.

"The Netherworld Seal is kept inside." Noticing the anticipation on the two little ones' faces, a flicker of amusement crossed the Soul Venerate's eyes. "We once intended to move the Netherworld Seal as well; its strength could have birthed a land of opportunity equal to the sacred monument."

"Unfortunately, the seal is tied too deeply to the Nine Nether River itself. It proved impossible to move, so it remains here."

Leading the way, the Soul Venerate brought Lin Su and the three companions onto the deck of the Nine Nether Workshop. There, a colossal seal measuring thousands of meters across appeared before their eyes. The actual face of the seal was currently hidden, pressed firmly against the ship’s deck.

The base of the seal was carved with a multitude of stunning patterns that resembled the ornate eaves of a grand building. Despite the passage of time, every line remained sharp, with thin veins of energy still pulsing through the carvings. At the handle of this massive seal sat a carved four-legged beast, looking both fierce and grim. Though Lin Su did not recognize the creature, it was so lifelike that it seemed to breathe, radiating an aura of absolute authority.

This was the ultimate treasure of the Nine Nether Pavilion: the Netherworld Seal. It existed in harmony with the sacred monument that had once anchored the Nine Nether River from the depths beneath the ship!

"Are you two ready?" the Soul Venerate asked, turning to the two little ones at Lin Su's side.

Yingying and Guigui exchanged a quick look before nodding firmly at the same time.

"Kie! (｡ϟ｡)" (Ready!)

"Yo! ╚(˃o˂)╝" (I am ready too!)

"Very well!" the Soul Venerate’s voice boomed as its massive power began to flood into the Netherworld Seal. The energy flowing through the base's patterns intensified instantly, transforming from thin trickles into a roaring torrent of light.

One by one, the patterns ignited under the pressure of this vast power until the entire base glowed with a brilliance not seen since its prime. In that moment, a strange, spectral roar seemed to echo from the beast carved upon the handle. Under the influence of the Soul Venerate’s energy, the statue appeared to truly come to life.

Lin Su watched the display with a sense of profound awe, while the Soul Venerate, having witnessed this many times before, remained perfectly composed.