Fourth Soul Skill

Although the Ice Jade Scorpion specialized in the Ice Attribute and had abandoned the cultivation of poison, 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 harm 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 bow, Cold Fire dancing along the arrow.

The arrow tore through the air, carrying a strange force woven from blazing flames and icy chill as it shot precisely toward the Ice Jade Scorpion's head.

The Ice Jade Scorpion reacted quickly, twisting its body aside and narrowly dodging the strike.

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

It let out an enraged shriek, swiftly raising the stinger on its tail and aiming it at Xiao Han, ready to unleash a fatal blow.

At that moment, Lin Zhiruo made her move.

A massive Ice Blade severed the Ice Jade Scorpion's tail stinger outright.

Seeing this, Xiao Han immediately seized the opportunity, drawing his bow to its limit again and aiming at the Ice Jade Scorpion's head.

Cold Fire blazed fiercely on the arrow as it struck the Ice Jade Scorpion's head with perfect accuracy.

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

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

Xiao Han quickly put away the Aromatic Silk Beauty to prevent its fragrance from attracting other Soul Beasts.

A cloud of black mist slowly rose from the Ice Jade Scorpion's corpse, gradually condensing into a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring that gave off a faint black glow.

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

This was their first time witnessing the formation of a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring with their own eyes.

Even though Xiao Han was confident, Lin Zhiruo was still 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 witnessed Xiao Han absorb a Thousand-Year Soul Ring as his Second Soul Ring. I believe that this time, he will 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, adjust yourself to your best condition first."

"Alright."

Xiao Han immediately sat down to regulate his condition. Once he had returned to his peak state, he began absorbing the Soul Ring.

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

The Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring released vast and tyrannical energy, instantly enveloping him.

A powerful pressure descended upon him, as though a crushing weight had been placed on Xiao Han's shoulders.

The ten-thousand-year Soul Power contained within the Soul Ring battered his body like a raging storm, seeming as though it wanted to swallow him whole.

Xiao Han showed no sign of retreat.

Only by enduring this pain could he claim the power of the ten-thousand-year Ice Jade Scorpion for himself.

As time passed, Xiao Han's breathing became increasingly steady.

The energy that had originally been so violent gradually became docile, as though it had been tamed 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 he had spent absorbing his previous three Soul Rings combined.

Under the protection of the others, after a long time, he finally completely absorbed the Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring.

When he opened his eyes again and felt the abundant Soul Power within his body, Xiao Han was filled with delight.

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

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

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

"Xiao Han, congratulations. You obtained your first Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Ring so quickly."

"Junior Brother, you're amazing!"

Lin Zhiruo said nothing, merely nodding with relief.

Shui Bing'er asked,

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

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

Shui Yue'er exclaimed,

"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, and 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 its target or explodes, ice will rapidly spread, continuously damaging the enemy."

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

He drew his bow and fired an arrow. The icy blue arrow traced an elegant arc through the air before striking a huge boulder in the distance with perfect accuracy.

Boom!

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

Everyone present was shocked by the sight.

Shui Bing'er exclaimed,

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

Xue Wu nodded repeatedly, her eyes filled with envy.

"That's right. Junior Brother's fourth soul skill is a true killing move."

Shui Yue'er said with a grin,

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

Lin Zhiruo looked at Xiao Han and said meaningfully,

"Xiao Han, your growth rate 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 then turned her gaze toward Xue Wu and said,

"Xue Wu, there is still some time. Strive to break through level forty as soon as possible. When the time comes, we'll find a suitable Soul Beast for you and help you obtain your Fourth Soul Ring."

"Alright, I'll cultivate diligently."

After that, the group continued searching for Soul Beasts with Lin Zhiruo.

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

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

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

Xiao Han and Shui Bing'er worked together to help 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 rose 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.