Soul Skills and External Soul Bones

Under Qian Daoliu's watchful gaze, a dark red bone blade gradually appeared on Ye Xi's arm. The blade gleamed with a chilling light, and one glance was enough to tell how sharp it was.

"Is this... an External Soul Bone?"

"Xiao Xi is so lucky. She actually obtained an External Soul Bone."

Qian Daoliu muttered to himself, but a smile appeared in his eyes.

External Soul Bones were the most special and rarest type among Soul Bones. Their value was almost comparable to that of the finest Soul Bones.

Moreover, the most special thing about External Soul Bones was that they grew stronger along with their owner's strength. Thus, the earlier one absorbed an External Soul Bone, the better.

In other words, External Soul Bones would never become outdated.

Days passed.

Ye Xi slowly opened her eyes. After gently exhaling, she rose from the ground, a yellow Soul Ring glowing beneath her feet.

After absorbing the Blood Mist Mantis's Soul Ring, Ye Xi's Soul Power had risen to level fifteen. She had obtained a Soul Skill called Blood Soul Protection, as well as a tremendous surprise—an External Soul Bone: the Bloodthirsty Ancient Blade.

First Soul Skill: Blood Soul Protection. Upon activation, all of the user's attributes increased by eighty percent, they became immune to all negative conditions, and their injuries were healed.

External Soul Bone: Bloodthirsty Bone Blade. It increased the user's attack power by one hundred percent, ignored the defenses of any Soul Skill, and devoured the opponent's blood to heal the user's injuries.

Ye Xi was extremely satisfied with what she had gained this time.

Just imagine it: in a future fight, she could first activate Blood Soul Protection to enhance herself, gain immunity to negative conditions, and heal her injuries. Then she could bring out the Bloodthirsty Bone Blade and ignore any Soul Skill defense.

Every slash would deal true damage, while she herself had two methods of recovery. It was simply perfect.

After retracting her Martial Soul and External Soul Bone, Ye Xi walked toward Qian Daoliu with a faint smile on her delicate face.

"Judging by your expression, Xiao Xi, the Soul Skill you obtained must be quite good."

Seeing the smile on Ye Xi's face, Qian Daoliu asked softly.

"Grandpa, the Soul Skill I obtained is very good, and very practical too."

Ye Xi told Qian Daoliu about her first Soul Skill and the effects of her External Soul Bone.

Listening to Ye Xi's explanation, Qian Daoliu nodded in satisfaction.

"Xiao Xi, although your first Soul Skill has no offensive power, it is an excellent enhancement-type Soul Skill. Combined with the External Soul Bone you obtained, it also makes up well for your lack of offensive strength in the early stages."

"Once we return to the Worship Hall, I'll have the other worshippers take turns teaching you Combat Skills. Though they aren't as strong as Grandpa, each has their own strengths. As long as you study seriously, it will only benefit you."

Qian Daoliu took Ye Xi's hand and headed straight out of the Star Dou Great Forest.

"Don't worry, Grandpa."

"When the time comes, I'll definitely study seriously. I absolutely won't slack off."

Ye Xi looked at Qian Daoliu, her voice solemn and her eyes filled with determination.

After all, the worshippers were all existences with Soul Power above level ninety-five. Ye Xi was naturally very happy to be able to receive their guidance.

After all, there were only a few people on the entire continent who could receive the same treatment as her. How could she not be happy?

"Mm, let's first go to a nearby city and get some proper rest."

"After we've rested, we'll return to Spirit City."

Qian Daoliu smiled approvingly.

"Alright, Grandpa."

Ye Xi nodded lightly, fully agreeing with Qian Daoliu's decision.

Though the carriage was comfortable, it was still impossible to sleep well in it. Meditative Cultivation could not replace sleep either, and after a long time, fatigue would still set in.

The two left the Star Dou Great Forest and boarded the carriage again.

The carriage quickly set off, heading toward Suotuo City, the city closest to the Star Dou Great Forest.

After roughly two hours, the carriage entered Suotuo City.

Looking through the carriage window, Ye Xi spotted a clothing store by the roadside, and her Sapphire Blue eyes immediately lit up.

"Grandpa, let's stop here first."

"I haven't bathed in several days. I'll buy a set of clothes, and once we find a place to stay, I can take a bath."

Ye Xi turned to Qian Daoliu. Her Sapphire Blue eyes were like two gleaming sapphires.

"Of course."

Qian Daoliu smiled casually and had the carriage stop in front of the clothing store.

"Go on and buy what you need. Grandpa will wait here."

Qian Daoliu took out a Gold Soul Card and handed it to Ye Xi.

"Grandpa, I'll be back soon."

Ye Xi accepted the Gold Soul Card, stepped down from the carriage, and walked into the clothing store.

After entering the store, Ye Xi's gaze swept continuously over the clothes inside. Soon, she fixed her eyes on a white long dress.

After having the clerk take down the white dress, Ye Xi used the Gold Soul Card Qian Daoliu had given her to pay for it.

Holding the white dress, Ye Xi had just stepped out of the clothing store when she heard a somewhat childish voice from nearby.

"Hello, I'm Ma Hongjun. May I get to know you?"

Hearing the voice, Ye Xi could not help looking over. She saw Ma Hongjun, who was around her age but somewhat chubby, walking toward her.

So this is Ma Hongjun, one of the Shrek Seven Devils?

After giving Ma Hongjun a once-over, Ye Xi withdrew her gaze and walked toward the carriage.

She had absolutely no interest in acknowledging him.

"Wait. Even if you don't want to get to know me, you can at least tell me your name."

Ma Hongjun stretched out his hand to block Ye Xi's path, his eyes openly roaming over her body.

Ye Xi's little face was like that of a porcelain doll, making Ma Hongjun certain that she was a budding beauty who would surely become a rare beauty when she grew up.

"Move!"

Ye Xi's eyes gradually turned cold. She was especially disgusted by the way Ma Hongjun was looking her over.

"Are you angry?"

"You look pretty when you're angry too."

A smile appeared on Ma Hongjun's face.

But Ye Xi did not look at Ma Hongjun. Instead, she looked toward Qian Daoliu in the carriage.

Qian Daoliu had naturally noticed the situation. After thinking for a moment, he transmitted his voice to Ye Xi.

"Xiao Xi, teach him a lesson."

"Consider it Combat Experience."

After transmitting his voice, Qian Daoliu quietly watched the situation outside.

He had his own reasons for letting Ye Xi act herself.

First, as a level ninety-nine Limit Douluo, it did not feel right for him to bully a child.

Second, he could already tell that this little fatty had only recently awakened his Martial Soul. His Soul Power was clearly lower than Ye Xi's.

Third, it was to let Ye Xi gain some Combat Experience.