Douluo: Fiery Chains of the Soul, Sealing All Gods, Section 3

Hiss! This was indeed far more refined than what Brother Tao had given him.

After five full hours of meditative cultivation, Su Han slowly stretched his body and let out a soft sigh.

Just then, Su Yuntao entered the room. Seeing that Su Han had finished cultivating, he could not help but praise him sincerely. "Little Han, with your exceptional talent and such diligent cultivation, I'm afraid you'll surpass me within a few years. It really makes me envious."

Su Han replied with a warm smile, "On this path of cultivation, there are countless people more hardworking and diligent than me.

Brother Tao, our brotherhood runs deep. Even if I become a Titled Douluo in the future, you will always be the elder brother I respect most."

A trace of gratification flashed through Su Yuntao's eyes. Half-jokingly, he said, "Then if I have a Titled Douluo for a younger brother, wouldn't I be able to live the rest of my life in comfort?"

Afterward, Su Han told him in detail about Yu Xiaogang's visit.

Su Yuntao's expression turned serious, though there was still approval in his eyes. "Little Han, although Master's Soul Power cultivation may not be particularly outstanding, his accomplishments in theory have long surpassed every Soul Master in Nuoding City.

If you can humbly learn from him, you'll definitely benefit greatly on your future path of cultivation."

Su Han had not expected Su Yuntao to hold Yu Xiaogang in such high regard, and he was pleasantly surprised. He quickly agreed. "Understood, Brother Tao.

Oh, right, this is the Meditation Method Master gave me. Compared to our previous cultivation method, it's far more profound.

Brother Tao, make yourself a copy too. Let's improve together.

I'm still looking forward to seeing you marry Sister Sisi someday!"

Su Yuntao's cheeks reddened slightly. Pretending to be angry, he said, "You brat, what nonsense are you talking about?!"

With that, he took the booklet and hurried into his room.

Early the next morning, Yu Xiaogang arrived.

Su Yuntao said, "Master, I'll have to trouble you from now on to teach my somewhat mischievous younger brother."

"No trouble at all. Su Han is exceptionally gifted and eager to learn. I'll teach him properly."

At that moment, Su Han came out and said, "Good morning, Master."

"Mm. Then I'll take Little Han with me."

Su Yuntao said, "Little Han, study well. Master, I'll have to trouble you to look after him from now on."

Yu Xiaogang brought Su Han back to his study at the academy.

Su Han looked around curiously. Sure enough, it was arranged just like in the anime.

For the next half year, Su Han studied theory with Yu Xiaogang during the day and cultivated at night. Within eight months, he had broken through to Level 10.

Yu Xiaogang closed his book and said confidently, "Little Han, I've found a suitable development path for your Martial Soul, as well as an appropriate Spirit Beast pairing."

"Then please explain it in detail, Master."

"Little Han, your Martial Soul is fundamentally a metal-type Tool Martial Soul with both gold and fire attributes. However, the strange part is that your Martial Soul is a Mutated Chain rather than a staff, hammer, saber, sword, or something similar.

This means that your Martial Soul can also absorb Plant Spirit Beasts. As long as they possess gold-fire attributes, there will be no rejection."

"The essence of your Martial Soul is a Tool Martial Soul. If you absorb rare and precious Plant Spirit Beasts that match your attributes, the effects of your skills will definitely surpass those of Plant Spirit Masters.

Plant Spirit Masters are fundamentally still plants and do not possess elemental attributes. Even a Crimson Flame Thorn Vine Martial Soul is merely resistant to fire; it cannot truly absorb fire attributes."

"The same goes for a top-tier plant-type Martial Soul like the Azure Vine. If you and an Azure Vine were at the same level and absorbed the same plant-type Spirit Beast,

then the one that would be broken free from would definitely be the Azure Vine, not your Fiery Chains of the Soul.

Although toughness is the Azure Vine's defining trait, it still cannot compare to a true top-tier Tool Martial Soul."

As Su Han listened, he rapidly analyzed the matter. Since he was taking the control-type path, he had to control his opponents to death!

"As for not rejecting Plant Spirit Beasts, Su Han agreed with that. Many Tool Martial Souls could absorb plant-type ones. The Seven Kill Sword's first Soul Ring was an Adamantine Bamboo, so there was nothing strange about it."

"As for the Clear Sky Hammer, it was a strength-type Martial Soul, so naturally it could not absorb plants unless they were Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beasts."

Su Han said, "Then, Master, should I choose the Crimson Flame Thorn or the Mutated Azure Fire Vine for my first Soul Ring?"

Yu Xiaogang smiled. "Smart child. Those are precisely the two rare and precious Spirit Beasts I planned to seek out for your first Soul Ring."

Yu Xiaogang frowned and said, "But these two Spirit Beasts won't be easy to find. They are both in the Star Dou Great Forest."

Su Han shuddered. *Was this a joke? Going there with just Yu Xiaogang? Wasn't that courting death?

Even if Brother Tao and Sister Sisi came along, they probably still wouldn't make it back alive.*

Su Han knew Yu Xiaogang's strength all too well. As for Bie San defeating that Four Hundred and Twenty Years Mandala Snake, Su Han would not believe it even if he were beaten to death without Tang Hao secretly lending a hand.

A Titled Douluo only needed a single glance.

Su Han said, "Master, the Star Dou Great Forest is extremely dangerous. I'm afraid..."

Yu Xiaogang waved his hand. "I'll ask Dean Zhang to come with us. Just rest assured."

Only then did Su Han relax. Otherwise, with just the two of them, they might not even make it out of the Soul Hunting Forest alive.

"Go make your preparations. We'll depart tomorrow morning."

"Yes, Master. I'll take my leave first." With that, he closed the door and left.

After listening to Yu Xiaogang's account, Zhang Wei furrowed his brow and asked, "Xiao Gang, have you truly decided to help that child seek such an exceptionally rare and precious Spirit Beast for his Soul Ring?"

Yu Xiaogang answered with proud confidence, "That is correct.

That child's Martial Soul is a mutated, unprecedented top-tier Tool Martial Soul.

Its appearance is unprecedented on the continent. This is undoubtedly a major verification of my many years of theoretical research.

Moreover, the child possesses extraordinary natural talent, having reached Innate Level 8. Given time and opportunity, breaking through to become a Titled Douluo is by no means an unattainable dream.

By then, even among Titled Douluos, his Martial Soul will certainly stand among the very best."

Hearing this, Zhang Wei knew this was Yu Xiaogang's long-held wish and expectation, so it was not convenient to dissuade him further.

Thus, in an understanding and supportive tone, he said, "Very well. Since that is the case, we'll set out at daybreak tomorrow."

(This book absolutely will not flatter Yu Xiaogang. They are merely using each other, and he will not be given immortal herbs either, so rest assured.)

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The next morning, as the first light of dawn broke, the three of them boarded the prepared carriage.

A small bundle was slung across Su Han's shoulder, carefully packed with water and dry rations for the journey.

Along the way, Yu Xiaogang continued explaining things to Su Han, and Su Han benefited greatly.

After a long journey of nearly half a month, they finally arrived at a quiet town on the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest.

At that moment, Zhang Wei said, "Even though we are in the outer region of the Star Dou Great Forest, the environment here still conceals dangers that cannot be ignored. Thousand Year Spirit Beasts often appear here, their movements unpredictable and the dangers numerous.

Therefore, you must be especially careful to ensure your safety."

Following the marks he had set beforehand, Yu Xiaogang searched arduously for four days before finally locating a Crimson Flame Thorn Vine. Unfortunately, this plant Spirit Beast was already Eight Hundred Years old.

Hearing this, Su Han could not help showing a trace of regret.

Su Han found it difficult to agree with the claim that one could absorb a Soul Ring of such an age merely through physical training, and he even found it somewhat laughable.

If that logic held true, wouldn't every disciple of the Clear Sky Sect be able to easily raise their second Soul Ring to the Thousand Year level?

The disciples of the Clear Sky Sect underwent harsh blacksmithing training from childhood. Their physiques were far beyond those of ordinary people.

What was more, their daily diets included no shortage of rare Spirit Beast meat, and they soaked in carefully prepared medicinal baths. Even so, they had not been able to break through the limit.

He had none of those natural advantages...

Afterward, the three of them searched arduously for another ten days before finally discovering an exceptionally rare Mutated Azure Fire Vine.

Zhang Wei carefully examined its age and said in a deep voice, "This vine is already Four Hundred and Twenty Years old. Have you truly decided to attempt absorbing it?"

Su Han said, "Dean, I come from a commoner background and have no good resources. If I want to rise above others, I can only gamble with my life. I'll have to trouble you to act."

Yu Xiaogang frowned and slowly said, "There should not be much of a problem, but Little Han, you must hold on. You must protect your mind."

Su Han nodded.

In less than five minutes, Zhang Wei had dealt with the Azure Fire Vine.

Su Han took the dagger he had prepared beforehand and cut it apart.

A bright yellow Soul Ring floated out.

Su Han sat down cross-legged and began drawing in the Soul Ring to absorb it.

In merely ten breaths, Su Han felt as though raging waves were surging within him. His entire body seemed on the verge of exploding, cold sweat poured down his forehead, and his face turned as pale as paper.

The surging energy of the Spirit Beast Remnant Soul battered his body like countless fine needles stabbing into him at once. The pain was unbearable.

However, Su Han knew he had to endure it now. Only by overcoming this trial could he achieve anything.

Meanwhile, Yu Xiaogang and Zhang Wei both wore grave expressions, their faces filled with tension. Their eyes remained fixed on Su Han, and neither dared relax in the slightest.

Time passed. In the blink of an eye, three hours had gone by. Su Han finally completed the absorption of the Soul Ring and slowly opened his eyes, which shone with determination and confidence.

Seeing this, Yu Xiaogang could barely contain his excitement as he urgently asked, "Little Han, what is the effect of your first soul skill?"

Having successfully fused with the Soul Ring, Su Han already understood the power of his soul skill. He said in a deep voice:

"My first soul skill is called: