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At the edge of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

A killing aura spread through the air as the group, whose strength had surged, rose to their feet.

Ling Han's gaze swept across the four Super Douluo before him, their auras soaring skyward—Xue Qinglan at Level 97 peak, Long Chen at Level 97 peak, Ying Yue at Level 97, and Wang Qiu'er at Level 97—before finally settling on Wang Qiu'er.

Her Molten Gold Dragon Eyes blazed with fierce fighting spirit, but it was not cold killing intent. It was more like an excitement so pure it had reached the extreme, like golden flames dancing within a furnace, nearly spilling over.

She held her chin slightly high, like a proud Golden Young Dragon impatient to pounce on its prey. Her entire body radiated the eagerness of Let me fight already!

At that moment, the system's prompt sounded in Ling Han's mind, carrying a cold decisiveness:

"Ding!"

"Detected that the host's faction has begun to take shape, possessing four Super Douluo—Long Chen at Level 97 peak, Ying Yue at Level 97, Xue Qinglan at Level 97 peak, and Wang Qiu'er at Level 97—as well as one Titled Douluo—Dugu Bo at Level 93.

"Faction mission triggered: First Test of the Blade!"

"Mission requirement: Find the reclusive Clear Sky Douluo, Tang Hao, defeat him, and seize the 100,000-year Blue Silver Emperor's Right Leg Bone left behind by his wife, Ah Yin."

"Mission rewards: Minor increase in faction prestige, 2,000 Summoning Points, and one Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone with a designated attribute and selectable body part."

"Failure penalty: Minor decrease in faction prestige, and the host will randomly lose one non-origin item."

Tang Hao? Ah Yin's Soul Bone?

Ice and fire light flowed through Ling Han's eyes as he instantly saw through the system's intentions.

This was not only a touchstone to test his newly gained power, but also the first formal drawing of his blade against the forces behind that so-called "protagonist"!

Tang Hao, the former Clear Sky Douluo, was now nothing more than a dispirited man who drank himself numb every day. Yet the 100,000-year Blue Silver Emperor Soul Bone hidden on him contained the origin of Ah Yin's life after her sacrifice, making it extraordinarily valuable!

More importantly, taking this Soul Bone would be equivalent to severing one of Tang San's greatest future aids.

"System, accept the mission." Ling Han's will was resolute.

Then, his gaze swept over the group before finally landing on Dugu Bo.

"Dugu Bo."

"Young Master!" Dugu Bo immediately answered respectfully, gratitude and reverence visible in his emerald snake eyes.

"I have already taken all the Immortal Herbs from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. This place no longer holds much value for you."

Ling Han spoke calmly, directly stating the current situation.

Dugu Bo's heart trembled slightly, but he had no objections. He merely lowered his head. "Yes. Everything shall be arranged as Young Master sees fit."

Ling Han nodded slightly, his tone carrying unquestionable authority.

"I intend to establish a faction as our foundation." He paused, his gaze deep, before directly issuing an order to Dugu Bo. "I'll leave this matter to you."

"First, find a sufficiently hidden place with abundant spiritual energy to serve as our location."

"Second, use your status as a Titled Douluo and your skill with poison to secretly recruit useful talent, especially Soul Masters and craftsmen who have been excluded by major sects or possess special abilities."

"Remember, quality over quantity. Loyalty and potential come first."

A sharp gleam flashed through Dugu Bo's eyes. He immediately dropped to one knee, his voice filled with excitement and solemnity.

"This subordinate obeys!"

"I will not fail Young Master's trust!"

Ling Han said no more and communicated with the system through his thoughts. "System, locate Tang Hao's current position."

"Ding!"

"Location successful."

"Target Tang Hao is located in a hidden valley three hundred li west of Holy Soul Village, Fasno Province, southwest of the Heaven Dou Empire. Coordinates have been transmitted."

Ice and fire flowed through Ling Han's eyes. His calm voice rang out, his target clear.

"There's something to do."

"A Clear Sky Douluo hiding in a valley on the southwestern frontier—Tang Hao." He looked at Wang Qiu'er, a smile carrying affection and absolute trust curling across his lips. "Qiu'er."

"Here!" Wang Qiu'er answered almost before he had finished speaking. In a single stride, she crossed the distance to stand before Ling Han. Her Molten Gold Dragon Eyes shone astonishingly brightly, and a radiant smile blending excitement and wildness spread across her face, as though she had just received the best invitation to a game.

She even rubbed her hands together unconsciously. The aura of the Golden Dragon leaked out slightly beyond her control, making the surrounding air feel scorching.

Ling Han's gaze swept across Xue Qinglan, Long Chen, and Ying Yue.

"Sister Xue, Uncle Long, Sister Yue. The three of you will accompany us and seal all exits from the valley, including the skies above. Make sure Tang Hao cannot escape."

His gaze lingered for an instant longer on Xue Qinglan and Long Chen, carrying deeper meaning and absolute confidence.

"Though you remain at Level 97 peak, you possess extreme attributes, domain power, and have fused with top-tier Soul Bones."

"Sister Xue, your Ice Phoenix Domain, combined with the absolute defense and control over frost granted by the 300,000-year Frost Dragon Torso Bone."

"Uncle Long, your Blazing Heaven Domain, together with the ultimate destructive power and Dragon Physique brought by your 100,000-year Fire Element Soul Bone..."

"Even against a true Level 99 Peerless Douluo, you would be able to confront one head-on and hold out for a time!"

"If anything unexpected happens during the blockade, don't hold back. Show them what you're truly capable of!"

A trace of pride and coldness flashed through Xue Qinglan's ice-blue eyes. She nodded slightly, and the chill around her seemed to condense into a tangible Ice Crystal Barrier.

Long Chen grinned. Lava churned within his crimson eyes, while the muscles in his thick arms bulged. Phantom crimson-gold dragon scales faintly emerged, radiating a scorching yet heavy aura.

Although neither had broken through to Level 98, the pressure they emitted at this moment, bolstered by their domains and Soul Bones, had already approached that level without limit. In some aspects, they were even purer and more domineering!

What they lacked was only the final accumulation of Soul Power and a deeper comprehension of their Martial Souls—not the ability to clash head-on with powerful enemies!

Ling Han's voice suddenly turned cold, carrying an indifferent disdain for all things.

"Of course, if some fool approaches the valley during this time and tries to spy on us or interfere..."

His Ice-Fire Twin Pupils swept over the three of them, his tone chillingly direct.

"If you can crush them, crush them while you're at it. There is no need to worry about exposure."

"If you can't kill them quickly, or if some troublesome hard case arrives..." His tone became casual again. "There's no need to force it. Just let them leave."

"Of course..." A cold curve rose at Ling Han's lips. "It would be best if no one disturbed us, so Qiu'er could play to her heart's content."

Ling Han's gaze returned to Wang Qiu'er. His tone was relaxed, yet carried unquestionable support.

"As for the battle... Qiu'er, you'll go alone."

"Stretch your muscles properly and play with that 'Clear Sky Douluo.'" He deliberately emphasized the word "play."

"Don't hold back, and don't hesitate. Go all out. As long as you enjoy yourself, that's enough."

"Yes!"

"Young Master!" Wang Qiu'er's voice remained firm and powerful, but its ending carried an excitement she could not suppress. The flames of battle in her Molten Gold Dragon Eyes completely erupted!

She even stomped her foot excitedly. The hard rock beneath her feet instantly split into spiderweb-like cracks. Her Golden Dragon bloodline roared in joy, longing only for the satisfying battle ahead!

Ling Han's trust and his permission to "go all out" made the Golden Dragon blood in her entire body roar with excitement!

"Sister Xue." Ling Han turned to Xue Qinglan.

Xue Qinglan understood. A faint trace of gentleness flickered deep within her ice-blue eyes.

She gracefully raised her jade-like hand, and a clear phoenix cry rang through the heavens!

Buzz!

A massive Ice Crystal Phoenix, formed entirely from Extreme Ice, condensed amid dazzling ice-blue light!

Its phoenix wings spread wide, radiating a terrifying chill capable of freezing space and the vast pressure of a Level 97 peak expert. It was elegant and noble.

This was Xue Qinglan's Martial Soul Avatar—the Extreme Ice Phoenix!

Ancient dragon-patterned radiance flowed across its icy crystal feathers, the solid foundation brought by the 300,000-year Frost Dragon Torso Bone!

Ling Han moved, lightly landing in Xue Qinglan's arms as if teleporting.

Xue Qinglan naturally wrapped both arms around him, holding him securely. Her movements were practiced and gentle, as though she were protecting the most precious treasure in the world.

Ling Han rested peacefully in Xue Qinglan's embrace, leaning against the Extreme Ice Phoenix True Body formed from Extreme Ice—which would not harm him in the slightest—as if nestled within the arms of an ice-and-snow goddess.

His Ice-Fire Twin Pupils looked down at the group below, ready for departure, as he spoke calmly.

"Move out."

"Target: the nameless valley three hundred li west of Holy Soul Village!"