Douluo: Founding the Heavenly Court from the Holy Spirit Cult

Ye Xishui felt a sense of regret; according to the records in the Godhood Notations, the Sea God Tang San had communicated with all the soul bones in his body through the Soul-Devouring Spider Leg Bone, forming a soul bone set that eventually evolved into a divine suit.

During this period, under the guidance of Bibi Dong's Divine Thought and Qian Renxue's Divine Soul, she had been refining the six soul bones within her body, hoping to evolve them into a soul bone set, but unfortunately, she was still one step away.

This disciple could have obtained a soul bone set this time, which was a pity.

"It is not a pity, for this disciple has already found another path."

Yang Hao smiled, manipulating the Deep Sea Silver Mother he had integrated into his body to flow outward, rapidly forming a silver-gray battle armor on his skin. The style of the armor was inspired by the battle armor of Luo Feng, the protagonist of the Swallowed Star anime.

The material was Deep Sea Silver Mother, the rarest metal with the greatest resilience, making it perfect for forging armor; it not only provided immense defensive power, but its powerful resilience also created an excellent cushioning effect.

He had leveraged the power of the Holy Spirit Cult to obtain a full ton of Deep Sea Silver Mother, using his Metal Control soul skill to shape it bit by bit into this heavy armor form.

"Deep Sea Silver Mother?"

Ye Xishui was astonished. Could rare metals be used in such a way?

"This is a discovery of this disciple. One can fuse rare metals with blood energy, soul power, mental power, and even the origin of one's martial soul, transforming them into a part of oneself. This disciple calls it the Three Refinements Method: Blood Refinement, Soul Refinement, and Divine Refinement."

"Moreover, I feel that these refined rare metals can be fused and upgraded with one another. Their potential is absolutely no less than a soul bone set, or even a divine suit. This disciple calls it Soul Armor."

Indeed, Yang Hao had been researching the Battle Armor system that appeared in Dou San. Although his methods and direction differed, they were all rooted in the characteristics and potential of rare metals.

After he developed this Three Refinements Method, his fortune increased once again; clearly, this was beneficial to the development of the plane.

"You will certainly become a god in the future."

After being stunned for a long while, Ye Xishui finally sighed, her tone incredibly certain.

This disciple was too outstanding, and his talent was terrifyingly strong.

He had previously created the martial soul soul core system, and now he had created a new system. If even he could not become a god, then no one could.

"After you adapt, go to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy. Join their team to participate in the next Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Fighting Tournament and shatter the invincible myth of the Shrek team."

"While you are there, systematically study the soul tool system to perfect your martial soul, this Soul Armor, and the Soul-Devouring Spider Leg Bone."

Offering this suggestion, Ye Xishui hoped that her disciple would receive proper training and witness the geniuses of the entire continent, just as she had done in her youth.

Furthermore, it was to retaliate against Mu En for previously arranging spies to assassinate Hao'er, and to break their myth of invincibility.

Finally, it was to let Hao'er break the mental knot formed by hatred in his heart, so he would not be too deeply affected by it and follow the same old path as herself and that female Pope.

"This disciple understands."

Yang Hao did not refuse. He had also been intending to go to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy to systematically learn knowledge about soul tools.

Although the Holy Spirit Cult had its own teaching system for soul masters, and his teacher Ye Xishui was a Level 9 Soul Master, they were all somewhat specialized. He hoped to achieve comprehensive development to assist himself in perfecting the Chaos Eight Wings.

Chapter 48: Heaven Severing Saber Technique

"I will not be careless this time."

In the training ground, Ma Xiaotao stared fixedly at the jerk opposite her.

This was their latest duel. That guy had been gone for over a year, and this was their first match since his return.

She had kept the memory of her last defeat firmly in mind!

"Foolish girl, I admire your courage. Come, let me see your progress over this past year."

Yang Hao wore an expression of gratification, then activated his Cyclops martial soul to form the Vajra Dharma Body, reaching an astonishing height of thirty meters, with a layer of deep metallic luster covering his body.

That was the upgraded version of the Cold Iron Indestructible Divine Skill—the Vajra Indestructible Divine Skill.

The method of the Mysterious Jade Hand had only been a reference. After years of effort, Yang Hao had finally created his own body-refining and protective ultimate skill, the Vajra Indestructible Divine Skill. By integrating metal-attribute elemental energy and yang energy, he made this skill extremely rigid and yang-aligned, with formidable defensive power, finally making the Vajra Dharma Body live up to its name.

Furthermore, this also incorporated the effects of the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum's soul bone skill, making it truly indestructible.

"You're cheating!"

Glaring at the thirty-meter-tall Vajra Dharma Body and then looking at her own small frame, Ma Xiaotao clenched her fists.

Are you incapable of playing fair?

Unfortunately, the response she received was a slap, and it was so fast that she had no time to dodge, eventually being slammed into the ground with a thud, face and chest-first.

"What a blood-boiling, exhilarating battle."

Yang Hao looked satisfied; this was the kind of battle he wanted.

"You jerk, you've gone too far!"

Ma Xiaotao was furious. Where was it blood-boiling? Where was it exhilarating?

"I told you long ago that you would inevitably be surpassed by Xiao Hao."

Feng Ling, who was watching from the side, shook her head slightly. This girl's future had long been destined.

Once surpassed by Xiao Hao, it was impossible to ever overtake him again.

"If you have the ability, don't use that Dharma Body!"

Ma Xiaotao was very unconvinced. She had improved significantly over the past year; not only had she perfectly mastered the Ring Fusion Secret Technique, but she had also become a six-ring Soul Emperor, and her strength had increased greatly.

"Foolish girl, since you earnestly and sincerely request it, I shall satisfy you."

Yang Hao complied readily, putting away the Vajra Dharma Body and drawing his Demon Blade martial soul.

"Ring Fusion!"

Ma Xiaotao did not hesitate, immediately unleashing her ultimate move.

Six soul rings fused together, transforming into a deep black soul ring that contained terrifying power.

"Phoenix Annihilation Strike!"

Channeling the explosive power of the fused soul ring, a fire phoenix with a wingspan of twenty meters surged forth, causing the temperature of the entire training ground to skyrocket.

"Foolish girl, suffer the wrath of my three years of torment!"

"Heaven Severing Saber Technique!"

Yang Hao decisively swung his blade, the emerald blade energy—imbued with evil attributes and a sharp, piercing intent—splitting the fire phoenix in two.

This was a Self-Created Soul Skill he had pioneered; its principle relied on compressing soul power for an explosive release, prioritizing instantaneous burst damage. That single strike alone had consumed half of his soul power.

Combined with the Tyrant Blade Slash of his Demon Blade martial soul, which originated from the Tyrant Tiger Soul-Refining Blade, he was finally able to cleave through the fire phoenix.

"Cloud-Stepping Leap!"

Utilizing the movement technique he had created based on the Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, he instantly leaped into the air and charged toward Ma Xiaotao.

Having learned from past experiences, Ma Xiaotao was well-prepared. As she unleashed her Phoenix Annihilation Strike, she flapped her wings to retreat rapidly, widening the distance between them.

But Yang Hao was equally prepared. Using the powerful evil attributes of his Demon Blade, he triggered the eruption of Ma Xiaotao's evil fire. Her soul power instantly spiraled out of control, making it difficult for her to even maintain her Phoenix Wings Soaring, and she plummeted toward the ground.

He immediately utilized his movement technique to rush over, tackling Ma Xiaotao to the ground and pinning her down with a tight rear-naked choke.

"Foolish girl, do you yield?"

Yang Hao wore a satisfied smile; he had finally thoroughly defeated this woman, effectively ending his miserable life as a human punching bag.

Heaven knows, you have no idea how I survived those three years.

With her neck constricted by his arm, Ma Xiaotao struggled to breathe, let alone speak. Her fair, pretty face quickly flushed red, then slowly turned a deep purple; she was clearly reaching her limit.

Yet, the girl was incredibly stubborn. Even in this state, she refused to yield, and eventually, she was choked unconscious.

Her body went limp and lost control, even leaking fluids.

"Truly stubborn."

With a muttered complaint, Yang Hao placed her on the ground and began performing CPR.

Of course, he wouldn't use mouth-to-mouth; he simply used his soul power to wrap air and force it into her lungs.

After this round of resuscitation, the girl's heartbeat and breathing finally recovered, and her consciousness returned.

"Hurry back, wash up, and change your clothes. You're how old now, still wetting your pants?"

Yang Hao expressed his disdain without reservation; she was truly shameless.

"Ah! I'll kill you!"

Stunned for a moment, she then sensed the abnormality of her body. Ma Xiaotao was driven mad with rage and decisively lunged at him, prepared to take him down with her.

"Bang!"

Yang Hao skillfully retrieved the wooden stick from years past and expertly brought it down, causing the caught-off-guard girl to pass out cleanly, a large bump quickly rising on the back of her head.

"Beautiful sister, I need all kinds of opponents."

Putting the stick away, Yang Hao looked at Feng Ling. He needed more types of opponents to perfect his own combat system.

Since arriving at the Holy Spirit Cult, he had been studying the many classics collected by the sect. Within them were numerous secret techniques and methods; naturally, there were also martial arts for fists, kicks, blades, swords, and spears.

These lacked any metaphysical flair and many didn't even qualify as Self-Created Soul Skills; they were merely foundations and methods for combat.

However, that was enough for him to form his own combat system, and now he needed to further refine it.

"I will arrange it for you tomorrow."

Feng Ling would naturally not refuse; after all, it was just a matter of a single word.

"She doesn't seem very convinced."

His gaze shifted to Zhang Lexuan, who was following behind Feng Ling. She had kept a cold face ever since he arrived, looking like a high-and-mighty goddess.

However, compared to a year ago, Zhang Lexuan was much thinner now, making her even more pleasing to the eye.

"She isn't very convinced, indeed."

Feng Ling smiled. Although she had accompanied Xiao Hao out to hunt and devour soul beasts to evolve his Soul Bone, she had arranged for Zhang Lexuan's "re-education" before leaving. Furthermore, the Supreme Sect Leader had personally intervened, planting an extremely powerful restriction on her to ensure she would never betray them again.

"From now on, she will stay by your side as your guard. If you have any orders, just tell her, and she will carry them out diligently."

"Can she do anything?"

Yang Hao had some bold ideas; in his past life, he had always been curious about one thing.

"Enjoy yourself."

Feng Ling gave an ambiguous smile before turning to leave.

She still had many things to do: managing sect affairs, presiding over various development plans, and finally, her own cultivation.