Fourth Soul Skill

Although the Ice Jade Scorpion specialized in the Ice Attribute and had abandoned poison cultivation, Xiao Han still took out the Aromatic Silk Beauty and tossed it to Shui Bing'er, just to be safe.

"Bing'er, protect Xue Wu and Yue'er. This Immortal Herb is the bane of all poisons. With it, the scorpion venom won't be able to hurt you. However, its fragrance may attract other soul beasts, so be careful."

"Mm, you be careful too."

"Don't worry. I have an Adamantine Body and a Poison-Immune Body. It can't hurt me!"

The Ice Jade Scorpion was incredibly fast, closing in on Xiao Han almost in the blink of an eye.

But Xiao Han did not panic. He swiftly drew his bowstring as Cold Fire danced upon the arrow.

The arrow tore through the air, carrying a strange power woven from scorching flames and icy cold, and flew precisely toward the Ice Jade Scorpion's head.

The Ice Jade Scorpion reacted quickly, twisting its body to the side and narrowly avoiding the strike.

But Xiao Han's arrows came one after another, leaving streak after streak across its hard shell.

It let out an enraged shriek. The stinger on its tail shot up, aiming at Xiao Han as it prepared to unleash a fatal blow.

Just then, Lin Zhiruo made her move.

A massive Ice Blade cleaved straight through the Ice Jade Scorpion's tail stinger.

Seeing this, Xiao Han immediately seized the chance. He drew his bow to its fullest again and aimed at the Ice Jade Scorpion's head.

Cold Fire blazed fiercely upon the arrow as it struck the Ice Jade Scorpion squarely in the head.

With a crisp crack, the Ice Jade Scorpion's head was pierced through.

After a miserable scream, its enormous body crashed to the ground, unable to move again.

Xiao Han hurriedly put away the Aromatic Silk Beauty to keep its fragrance from drawing other soul beasts over.

A mass of black mist slowly rose from the Ice Jade Scorpion's corpse, gradually condensing into a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring that glimmered with a faint black light.

Looking at that Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring, Shui Bing'er, Xue Wu, and Shui Yue'er all felt their hearts tremble.

This was the first time they had witnessed the process of a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring forming with their own eyes.

Even though Xiao Han was confident, Lin Zhiruo was still somewhat worried.

"Xiao Han, are you really going to absorb this Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring as your Fourth Soul Ring?"

"Of course. Mom, stop worrying."

Shui Bing'er said:

"Dean Lin, we personally watched Xiao Han absorb a Thousand-Year Soul Ring as his Second Soul Ring. I believe that this time, he'll also be able to break through his limits and absorb this Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring."

Lin Zhiruo nodded.

"Xiao Han, before absorbing this Soul Ring, first adjust yourself to your best condition."

"Alright."

Xiao Han promptly sat down to adjust his condition. Once he had recovered to his peak, he began absorbing the Soul Ring.

He closed his eyes and focused, while the aura around him began to change subtly.

The Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring released vast, tyrannical energy that instantly enveloped him.

An immense pressure bore down on him, as if a massive weight had been placed upon Xiao Han's shoulders.

The ten-thousand-year Soul Power contained within the Soul Ring battered his body like a raging storm, seemingly intent on devouring him.

Xiao Han showed no intention of retreating.

Only by enduring this pain could he make the power of the Ten-Thousand-Year Ice Jade Scorpion his own.

As time passed, Xiao Han's breathing grew steadier and steadier.

The initially violent energy gradually became tame, as though it had been subdued by his will.

From day to night, and then to the setting sun at dusk.

Xiao Han took longer to absorb this Soul Ring than the combined time he had spent absorbing his previous three Soul Rings.

Under the group's protection, after a long time, he finally absorbed the Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring completely.

When he opened his eyes again and felt the abundant Soul Power within him, Xiao Han was overjoyed.

"So this is the energy of a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring."

Lin Zhiruo, Shui Bing'er, and the others quickly gathered around him.

"Xiao Han, you finally finished absorbing the Soul Ring."

"Xiao Han, congratulations. You already have your first Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring at such a young age."

"Little Junior Brother, you're amazing!"

Lin Zhiruo said nothing, merely nodding with relief.

Shui Bing'er asked:

"Xiao Han, what rank is your Soul Power now?"

"Forty-three. I told you, I've already surpassed you. But I'll catch up to you soon."

Shui Yue'er exclaimed:

"Little Junior Brother is only thirteen, yet he's already a level forty-three Battle Soul Ancestor. That's truly incredible!"

Lin Zhiruo asked:

"Xiao Han, what is your Fourth Soul Skill?"

Xiao Han smiled faintly, confidence gleaming in his eyes as he slowly said:

"My Fourth Soul Skill is called Ice Blast Arrow. It possesses both attack and freezing effects.

When I fire this ice arrow, I can detonate it with a thought according to the needs of battle. It can be used for single-target attacks or group attacks.

Once the arrow hits or explodes, ice will rapidly spread, dealing continuous damage to the enemy."

After speaking, Xiao Han planned to demonstrate it for everyone.

He drew his bow and fired an arrow. The icy blue arrow traced a graceful arc through the air before accurately striking a huge boulder nearby.

Boom!

With a deafening explosion, the boulder instantly shattered, turning into countless small stones that scattered in every direction.

Everyone present was stunned by the sight.

Shui Bing'er exclaimed:

"As expected of a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Skill! This skill is too powerful. It can snipe enemies from afar, control an area, and weaken opponents."

Xue Wu nodded repeatedly, her eyes filled with envy.

"Exactly. Little Junior Brother's Fourth Soul Skill is a true killing move."

Shui Yue'er said with a grin:

"Little Junior Brother, you're getting more and more impressive. You've amazed me once again!"

Looking at Xiao Han, Lin Zhiruo said meaningfully:

"Xiao Han, your rate of growth has far exceeded my expectations. Remember, great power comes with greater responsibility. You must learn how to use this power properly to protect yourself and those around you."

"Mm, I understand."

Lin Zhiruo turned her gaze toward Xue Wu beside her and said:

"Xue Wu, there's still some time. Strive to break through to level forty as soon as possible. Then we'll find a suitable soul beast together and help you obtain your Fourth Soul Ring."

"Alright, I'll work hard at cultivating."

After that, the group continued searching for soul beasts with Lin Zhiruo.

After searching for several dozen days, they found a sixty-thousand-year Ice Shadow Snow Falcon. They successfully killed it and obtained the Ice Shadow Clone skill.

Lin Zhiruo's Soul Power increased by one level, making her a true Soul Douluo.

A few days later, Xue Wu also broke through to level forty.

Xiao Han and Shui Bing'er helped her hunt a five-thousand-year soul beast, allowing her to obtain her Fourth Soul Ring.

After absorbing the Soul Ring, Xue Wu's Soul Power increased by one level, and she gained her Fourth Soul Skill—Ice Cyclone.

Meanwhile.

Liu Yan and the other four girls also made gains in the Star Dou Great Forest.

After obtaining her Third Soul Ring, Gu Qingbo's Soul Power reached level thirty-five, while Shen Liuyu and Qiu Ruoshui both reached level thirty-four.