Douluo: Fiery Chains of the Soul, Sealing the Gods

This soul skill would continue to grow as my cultivation advanced. With every realm I rose, the gravity would double, the reduction to all attributes would increase by ten percent, and the burning damage would also increase by ten percent."

Upon hearing this, Huo Ming's eyes widened. Pointing at Su Han with a trembling finger, he said, "Doesn't that mean that once you reach the realm of a Titled Douluo, this soul skill will subject Soul Masters to nine times their own gravity crushing them, reduce all attributes by seventy percent, and deal a full one hundred and forty percent burning damage?"

Huo Wu covered her small mouth in astonishment. "Brother Han, your skill is seriously too overpowered."

Su Han waved his hand and smiled. "Huo Wu, you're not bad either. We were just lucky to encounter a Void Beast this time."

Huo Wu gazed at Su Han with worshipful eyes and said expectantly, "Brother Han, the champion of this Soul Master Competition will definitely be you!"

Su Han affectionately pinched the tip of Huo Wu's pert nose and smiled. "Little girl, if I win the championship, doesn't that mean you win it too?"

Only then did Huo Ming suddenly realize something. He asked in surprise, "Kid, which team are you actually a student of?"

A smile curled at Su Han's lips. "Uncle, I'm from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team.

However, before the Soul Master Competition officially begins, I hope you can keep this secret for me and not reveal any information about me."

Hearing this, Huo Ming finally let out the breath he had been holding. "Do you think this old man is the type to gossip?

You're already a level 53 Control type Soul King. Even this old man would have to pay a considerable price to take you down."

As he spoke, Huo Wu took Su Han's hand herself and said coquettishly, "Brother Han, you have to go easy on me during the Soul Master Competition."

Su Han smiled indulgently. "Of course. I might beat anyone else, but I'd never beat you, little girl."

Huo Ming coughed twice from the side, interrupting their sweetness. He said sternly, "Kid, come stand on this old man's right."

Su Han looked helpless, while Huo Wu stomped her little foot and said unhappily, "Dad, what are you doing?

Haven't you already accepted Brother Han? I want Brother Han to hold my hand!"

Huo Ming was so angered by his daughter that his beard bristled and his eyes bulged. Staring blankly at her, he sighed helplessly, "Heavens! What sin did I commit in my past life?!"

Led by Huo Ming, the three searched for a while and finally encountered a 7,500-year-old Crimson Python around dusk.

Su Han easily dealt with the soul beast, while Huo Ming asked worriedly, "This exceeds the age limit you can absorb, Huo Wu. Are you sure you want to absorb it?"

Huo Wu said confidently, "Dad, I can do it.

After absorbing the soul bone and taking that Thousand Year Blood Dragon Ginseng, I could clearly feel that my strength had improved greatly."

Su Han also added, "Uncle, don't worry! Huo Wu not only absorbed a twenty-thousand-year Head Soul Bone, but also took Blood Dragon Ginseng. Her physique has improved tremendously. She can definitely absorb a seven-thousand-year soul ring."

After hearing Su Han's assurance, Huo Ming analyzed the matter for a while before finally making up his mind. He nodded and said, "Alright, then begin absorbing it!"

Thus, under Su Han's gaze, Huo Wu guided the soul ring as it slowly settled around her body.

Watching the two act so intimately, Huo Ming felt a complicated mix of emotions.

He solemnly said to Su Han, "Kid, you'd better treat this old man's precious daughter well in the future.

If she suffers any grievance because of you, this old man won't let you off!"

Su Han patted his chest and said decisively, "Uncle, don't worry!

I'll take good care of this little girl and never let her suffer any grievance.

When I turn eighteen, I'll hold a wedding with Huo Wu."

Huo Ming nodded at that, then asked curiously, "How old are you now, kid?"

Su Han raised his head to gaze at the sky, a trace of determination in his voice. "Fourteen."

"Fourteen?" Huo Ming froze, then cried out, "What? You're only fourteen?"

Su Han smiled and nodded, his gaze toward Huo Ming carrying a hint of resolve.

Huo Ming fell into thought. His own daughter was already seventeen this year and had only just reached the Soul Ancestor level.

Yet this kid was only fourteen and was already a Soul King.

If this kid continued growing at this rate, wouldn't he become a Soul Emperor by the time he turned seventeen?

At that thought, Huo Ming could not help drawing in a cold breath.

If he were not his future son-in-law, Huo Ming would definitely kill someone this terrifying without mercy.

However, Huo Ming quickly adjusted his emotions and said with feigned composure, "Kid, they say, 'A wife three years older is worth her weight in gold.' Being able to marry this old man's daughter is your good fortune."

Su Han's lips twitched, but he still replied politely, "Yes, Uncle is right."

The three sat around the campfire, tasting the Crimson Python's meat. It was surprisingly not bad.

Watching his daughter and this kid being so lovey-dovey, Huo Ming felt both angry and gratified.

"Kid, do you have anyone else in your family?"

Huo Ming suddenly asked.

Hearing this, Su Han could not help thinking of himself, already fourteen years old, and Bie San, who had gone to Shrek at around the same age.

Feeling a little sentimental, he replied, "Uncle, my home is in Nuoding City, Fasino Province. I also have an older brother at home, serving as a deacon in Spirit Hall."

Huo Ming looked at Su Han in confusion. "Then why didn't you join Spirit Hall?"

Su Han shook his head, a complicated look flashing through his eyes. "I came from an ordinary little village and was an orphan.

When I was four, I was fortunate enough to be taken in by Brother Su Yuntao, a deacon who came to our village to awaken martial souls. He treated me like his own younger brother and was very good to me.

However, I never joined Spirit Hall. Brother Tao also didn't want me to be bound by Spirit Hall's rules, so we kept this matter hidden."

Su Han paused slightly before continuing, "So after we leave this time, Uncle, I want to take Huo Wu back to visit Brother Tao. I hope you'll agree."

Huo Wu looked at Su Han with heartache in her eyes. She tightly held his hand and said gently, "Alright, Brother Han. I'll go back with you and see the place where you once lived."

Huo Ming was somewhat surprised. He had not expected Su Han's background to be so difficult.

However, when he thought about letting his precious daughter follow this kid to some Nuoding City, he still felt displeased. "No! This old man can't rest easy letting my precious daughter go out with you."

Su Han said firmly, "Uncle, don't worry! I'll protect Huo Wu.

With my strength, Soul Emperors cannot possibly be my opponents. Even against a Soul Saint, I'm confident I can fight."

Huo Wu also said anxiously, "Dad, I'm a Soul Ancestor now too.

If Brother Han and I join forces, it's not like we can't kill a Soul Saint."

Huo Ming sighed helplessly. "Sigh! A grown daughter can't be kept at home!

Fine, but kid, you have to bring this old man's daughter back early. Otherwise, this old man won't let you off."

Su Han nodded solemnly. "Don't worry, Uncle.

Huo Wu is everything to me now. I'll bring her safely back to Blazing Academy."

Su Han also pulled Huo Wu tightly into his embrace. Huo Ming truly could not bear to watch their sickeningly sweet display any longer, so he went off alone to keep watch.

After two days of long travel, the three finally arrived at Blazing Academy's camp.

Huo Wu and the other members of Blazing Academy were all overjoyed when they saw the dean return with their captain.

However, when Huo Wu's gaze fell on Su Han, he could not help being slightly stunned. Wasn't this the kid who had once been drinking and carousing with a pair of twin beauties in a brothel?

And now, he was even holding his little sister's hand.

Huo Wu asked in confusion, "Little sister, where exactly have you been all these days since you disappeared?

How did you end up with this person? Didn't you hate him the most?"

The moment Huo Wu heard that, she flared up and grabbed Huo Wu by the ear. "If you dare bring up the past again, I'll make sure you learn how formidable I am."

Su Han could not hold back his laughter. This Huo Wu was clearly henpecked material.

The other teammates also gathered around, eager to stir up trouble as they jeered. Seeing this, Huo Ming hurriedly said, "Alright, stop fooling around. You three, come in with me."

With that, the three followed Huo Ming into the large tent. Huo Wu still eyed Su Han sideways, his face full of displeasure.

Huo Ming said solemnly inside the tent, "From now on, Little Han is one of our family.

Little Han, this is my son, Huo Wu."

Of course Su Han knew Huo Wu. He knew he was a decent person, and he was also his future Brother-in-law. No matter what, he had to build a good relationship with him.

Thus, he smiled and said, "Brother-in-law, hello! My name is Su Han, and I'm Huo Wu's husband."

The moment Huo Wu heard this, he became even more confused. What was going on?

Seeing this, Huo Ming briefly explained what had happened. After hearing it, Huo Wu said in disbelief, "You're actually a Soul King?

No wonder you managed to win over my little sister." The moment Huo Wu heard that, she heavily stomped on Huo Wu's foot again as a warning.

Su Han hurriedly explained, "Brother-in-law, that's not right.

Huo Wu and I truly love each other. It has nothing to do with whether I'm strong or weak."

After hearing Su Han's words, Huo Wu nodded slightly. "Kid, I accept you."