Douluo Continent: I am the Ice Archer, my ice power is invincible.

Chapter 99 High-Explosive Penetration

Three hours later, Xiao Han awoke from absorbing the soul ring.

He opened his eyes and felt the changes within himself.

The increase in soul power brought about by a 60,000-year soul ring is astonishing.

He could clearly feel the surging soul power within his body, like a river flowing into the sea, endless and boundless.

The improvement in overall strength is not as simple as just gaining one more spirit ring.

As a strength-type ice-attribute soul beast, the Ice Armor Bear's soul rings clearly enhance Xiao Han's power.

The indestructible ice armor also provided him with a certain defensive bonus.

In addition to these, Xiao Han also discovered that his mental strength had been further enhanced.

Lin Zhiruo looked Xiao Han over and sensed that the aura emanating from him had changed considerably after he absorbed the soul ring.

His improved skills made him appear more composed and confident.

"What unexpected gain?"

Blue ice crystal patterns flowed across the cold arrow, radiating a chilling light.

"That's right. I originally planned to discuss this matter with you after obtaining my sixth spirit ring. Dugu Bo has already decided to kill me. If he is not eliminated, he will be a huge threat to me, to you, to Bing'er and the others, and even to the entire Tianshui Academy. It will be too late once he comes knocking, so we must take the initiative."

"Excellent, my soul power has increased by two levels, breaking through to level sixty-four. This right arm soul bone not only enhanced my ice power again, but also granted me powerful defensive skills."

As Lin Zhiruo spoke, she took out the soul bone.

Xiao Han's eyes lit up the moment they touched the soul bone, and an expression of unbelievable surprise appeared on his face.

"Xiao Han, you've absorbed the soul bone so quickly, how does it feel?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiruo's heart trembled.

Xiao Han believed that he and his mother alone could kill Dugu Bo by surprise.

"Yes, with our hearts united, mother and son, we can definitely kill him!"

"Mom, I feel like I've been reborn."

"What! You want to go after Dugu Bo?!"

"Mom, it's just the two of us going. I asked the teacher, and Dugu Bo is seriously injured, his fighting strength is halved, and his injuries won't heal for at least six months. Once he recovers, he will definitely come looking for me, and then he will be even more difficult to deal with. Rather than being passive, we should take the initiative, so the sooner we go to find him, the better."

Upon seeing this, Lin Zhiruo's eyes flashed with delight, and she praised:

Judging from its shape, it is a right arm bone.

"Mom, I have another purpose in wanting you to absorb this soul bone. It can help you increase your strength, and then we will be more confident in dealing with Dugu Bo."

This is a 60,000-year-old ice-attribute soul bone, no less valuable than the 50,000-year-old head soul bone he absorbed before.

Mentioning Dugu Bo ignited a fire of anger in Lin Zhiruo's heart.

"All right."

"You're lucky; a soul bone actually fell from that ice-armored bear."

"Mom, is this the soul bone of my right arm?"

"Watch closely, Mom!"

Lin Zhiruo's attitude was firm, so Xiao Han no longer refused. He accepted the soul bone and sat down to absorb it.

More importantly, Dugu Bo has always been arrogant and conceited, and underestimating one's opponent is a major taboo.

In just half an hour, Xiao Han completely fused with the right arm soul bone.

He looked at Lin Zhiruo, his eyes filled with gratitude.

The process of absorbing the soul bone went smoothly.

Lin Zhiruo shook her head.

"Hmm, come and experience it."

The two then walked towards the edge of the forest, discussing their plan to outwit Dugu Bo as they went.

After a moment, Xiao Han calmed down.

It pierced through two hard ice crystal rocks at the same time, while the arrow remained undamaged.

Lin Zhiruo nodded with satisfaction.

After Xiao Han finished speaking, he released his right arm soul bone. His entire right arm instantly turned ice blue, and a layer of seemingly indestructible ice crystals rapidly spread from his right arm, covering his entire body like armor.

Lin Zhiruo handed the soul bone to Xiao Han.

She understood Xiao Han's meaning. Dugu Bo had been injured by the Light Feather Douluo, which had weakened his combat power considerably. Going to seek revenge on him now might still offer some chance of success.

As he spoke, Xiao Han released his martial spirit and sixth spirit ring.

"My soul power has increased by two levels, and the new soul skill I obtained has extremely strong explosive power and penetrating power. I call it 'High Explosive Penetration'."

"Your concerns are valid. Dugu Bo is ruthless, and even with the protection of the Light Feather Douluo, he won't let it go easily. However, it won't be easy for the two of us to kill him unless Dean Zhao comes with us. But if Dean Zhao goes too, the situation changes. If we fail to kill him, our entire Tianshui Academy will be in trouble."

"What a powerful 'High Explosive Penetration'! It has both strong penetrating power and a freezing effect. Your attack power has increased significantly after absorbing this spirit ring."

"Xiao Han, you've finally finished absorbing your spirit rings. How does it feel?"

Xiao Han chuckled and continued:

"When used in conjunction with my skull skill, this soul skill not only achieves an invisible effect but also doubles its power."

When the right arm's soul bone is activated, the power of the fired True Ice Arrow is increased by 100%.

"This soul skill combines the power of the Ice Armor Bear with the powerful attack of the ice attribute. It has extremely strong penetrating power and also comes with a freezing effect. It is my strongest single-target attack skill so far."

Xiao Han stood up, stretched his limbs, and his face was filled with a satisfied and joyful smile.

The arrow, accompanied by a piercing whistling sound, shot towards two ice crystal rocks not far away.

Xiao Han explained:

It is crystal clear, exuding a faint chill, and shimmering with a dreamlike, deep blue luster, seemingly containing an extremely powerful chill and strength.

That fragrant and exquisite herb can neutralize all toxins and counteract Dugu Bo's snake venom.

"Mom, you don't have a soul bone yet, so you can absorb this one."

Xiao Han carefully took it, reached out and gently touched it, feeling the immense power contained within.

The ice crystal arrow pierced through the rock the moment it touched it, and then pierced through another rock.

"Very good. Xiaohan, we've gained something unexpected this time."

Xiao Han was not worried about Dugu Bo's Jade Phosphorous Serpent King Poison, as he already possessed a body immune to all poisons.

Lin Zhiruo knew that Xiao Han wouldn't do anything he wasn't sure of. She remembered that Xiao Han had mentioned to her before how to use the immortal herb to deal with Dugu Bo.

"Xiao Han, I understand what you mean. But you are the one who needs to improve your strength more. Hurry up and absorb this soul bone."

Moreover, there is a Snow Swan Kiss that can amplify the venom a thousandfold. If it comes into contact with Dugu Bo's wounds, it will cause him to suffer a backlash from the snake venom, resulting in death from the deadly poison attacking his heart.

Lin Zhiruo was very happy to see Xiao Han's strength improve further.

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiruo couldn't help but show a look of curiosity and anticipation.

"Xiao Han, although Dugu Bo is injured, we still need to plan carefully. Tell me your specific ideas."

"Silly child, this is your opportunity. You just absorbed the spirit ring of that ice-armored bear, and its spirit bone is undoubtedly the best supplement for you. Once the fusion is successful, your strength will once again experience a qualitative leap."

After Dugu Bo's death, he could finally retrieve the dragon bones from the bottom of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Spring without worry.

"Xiao Han, how much has your soul power increased? What soul skill have you acquired?"

With his strength continuously improving, Xiao Han's future will undoubtedly be even brighter.

(End of this chapter)