Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 3: This is a brand new version of Martial Soul Awakening you've never seen before.

Han Li did not choose to approach rashly, but watched them argue until the short-haired boy in the shadows came out to resolve the situation. Only then did he observe the child's appearance from the side.

At first glance, Tang San was just like the description he had read: dark-skinned and thin, looking malnourished, and his clothes were only reasonably clean. Who would have thought that he would be the future protagonist?

As for Yu Xiaogang, he had seen him more than once when he was studying at the academy. He could only say that in terms of appearance and demeanor, he was not as good as Brother Tao, so it was better not to talk about him.

Han Li silently watched the two sides argue, mentally adding the voiceover "You have already found a way to die" to his mind, which was quite amusing.

It wasn't until Yu Xiaogang appeared, reprimanded the gatekeeper, and then Old Jack respectfully entrusted Tang San to him that Han Li turned his gaze away and looked at the maid beside him.

"Sister Xiuer, please ask the shopkeeper to bring us another pot of hot tea. We'll stay a little longer and then head back."

"Yes, young master."

Soon, the hot tea was served again, and Han Li chatted casually with Xiu'er while looking out the window.

After another little girl in a pink dress with scorpion braids successfully entered the academy, he sat for a while longer, seemingly losing interest, before leaving the restaurant and heading home.

"The wheel of fate begins to turn slowly from this moment..."

Han Li lay on the bed, looked at the girl beside him who was engrossed in listening to the story, and took the initiative to end tonight's story session.

"Oh, that's it?"

Xiuer didn't hear the young master's voice continue before she realized that the story segment had ended.

Her hands, resting on the table and supporting her cheeks, made her face look a little round and chubby. She wasn't wearing any headwear, and with the round bear ears on her head, she looked quite adorable. This was a more fitting description of her age.

"It's already ten o'clock, time to sleep. I still have to go to the Spirit Hall to awaken my spirit tomorrow."

Han Li pointed to the clock on the wall and looked at her with a smile.

She was, after all, just a ten-year-old girl. Even though she seemed to be able to do her job as a maid very well on weekdays, she still couldn't resist the allure of stories, and this had been going on for more than two years.

Their usual way of getting along was quite strange. Although Xiu'er was a maid, she always treated him like a younger brother. Only when it was just the two of them would she call him by his name.

Han Li couldn't refuse her, so he had to accept her care. He knew very well that only in this way would Xiu'er feel better, as she always felt that she was the one who caused him to lose his parents.

Of course, Han Li regarded her as a younger sister in his heart. However, being only six years old, he would never say it out loud. But after more than two years of getting along, it was enough for him to accept this girl as his family.

"Then you should get some rest, young master. I'll come and wake you up tomorrow morning."

Xiuer glanced at the clock on the wall and realized how late it was. As a maid, she hadn't even noticed; how utterly incompetent of her! Her face instantly turned bright red, and she quickly ran out of the room.

Watching Xiu'er flee in embarrassment, Han Li shook his head, smiled, lay back on the bed, and closed his eyes.

Tomorrow is the day for the Martial Soul Awakening. What will it be like?

Han Li deliberately cut off his thoughts, said goodnight to himself, cleared his mind, and used the meditation knowledge he had learned to fall asleep.

It must be said that before awakening his martial soul, meditation was indeed a good way for him to fall asleep since he couldn't perceive anything.

……

Early in the morning, Xiuer, who had recovered, woke Han Li up and, after a much more elaborate washing and grooming process than usual, dressed him in brand new clothes.

Han Li looked at the handsome young man in the mirror, who looked much more energetic than before, and was quite satisfied.

He had black hair, dark brown eyes, and a youthful innocence on his face. He had fair skin and wore white, close-fitting clothes that, while not particularly attractive, gave him a refreshing look.

"Young master, and this is my blessing for you. My mother told me about it before."

Xiuer pulled him over, carefully took a red eyebrow pencil, and dotted a red dot in the center of his forehead. She then blended it slightly, and a red dot appeared on his forehead, making him look even more handsome.

Han Li did not dodge. Although he didn't like it, as it reminded him of a doctor in a wheelchair he had seen on TV before, it was Xiu'er's kindness, and he wouldn't refuse.

"Alright, as expected, young master is exceptionally handsome."

Xiuer's eyes narrowed with a smile, very satisfied with her own skills.

"Let's go." Han Li pulled her towards the restaurant.

After quickly finishing an exceptionally lavish breakfast, the two opted not to walk, boarded a carriage, and headed towards the Spirit Hall.

The carriage stopped outside the Spirit Hall, and Han Li got off.

"Xiao Li, over here."

Turning his head, Han Li saw a familiar figure and seemed somewhat surprised.

"Uncle Xiao."

Han Li smiled and went to greet him. This city lord uncle had taken good care of him over the past two years, but he didn't expect him to come to today's awakening ceremony.

"How are you? Are you nervous? I'll go in with you."

Without waiting for a reply, he pulled Han Li up and walked into the Spirit Hall, ignoring the guards outside.

Han Li turned around and gestured for Xiu'er to follow. He then gave the guard an apologetic look, nodded, and walked inside without saying a word.

"Old man, come out and preside over Xiao Li's awakening ceremony."

Xiao Zhan had a loud voice and started shouting as soon as he entered. Although they weren't from the same system, his martial soul was also awakened by Matthew. Besides, in this small town, nobody cared about that.

"Stop shouting, we've been ready for a while, come on over."

Matthew's irritable voice came from one of the rooms, but Xiao Zhan didn't care and pulled Han Li inside.

Not only Matthew Nuo was in the room, but Su Yuntao was also there. Xiao Zhan finally let go of Han Li's hand.

Han Li greeted the two politely: "Grandpa Matthew, Brother Tao."

The two responded with smiles, their eyes filled with affection and laughter as they looked at Han Li. They had watched this boy grow up, and now it was time for him to awaken his martial spirit.

After exchanging greetings, Han Li looked to the side and saw that the black stones used for awakening had already been placed there, and crystals for testing soul power were placed on the shelf next to them.

"Xiao Li, shall we start now? Or should we wait a bit?"

Su Yuntao noticed that Han Li had noticed them and asked with a smile.

"Now."

Han Li took a deep breath, watched as Xiu'er walked in, closed the door, and turned back to answer.

"Alright. There's no need to say more. You've witnessed the awakening process more than once. Stand in the center."

Su Yuntao walked over and patted him on the shoulder.

"Um."

Han Li nodded to the group, stood in the center of the Awakening Stone, and silently prayed, "May Heavenly Venerable Han protect me." Compared to the others, he felt that this one was more approachable.

As Su Yuntao infused his soul power, Han Li felt a warm sensation all over his body, and numerous golden light spots emerged around him. In the blink of an eye, a flaming scimitar appeared out of thin air in his outstretched right hand, casting a red glow on both of their faces.

"Advanced Martial Soul..."

Matthew and Xiao Zhan, who were standing nearby, jumped up from their chairs and blurted out.

The next second, Han Li's left hand involuntarily rose, and a curved blade radiating cold air appeared in the same way, seemingly dissatisfied with the blade in his right hand dominating the field.

"Twin martial souls?"

Matthew unconsciously took a step forward and murmured to himself.

Just as Su Yuntao could no longer contain his smile and was about to let go, the Awakening Stone suddenly exerted a suction force, draining all of his soul power. In front of him, Han Li's hands also involuntarily came together.

"Buzz"

A crisp clang rang out, and the rings at the ends of the two curved blades fused together, floated up, and fell back into Han Li's hand.

Su Yuntao, panting heavily, plopped down on the ground. Matthew and Xiao Zhan stared blankly at the martial spirit in Han Li's hand—a new martial spirit resembling a bow, composed of two curved blades that emitted both flames and chills, but without a string.

What's going on?

Over the years, they had never heard of such a thing as the awakening of a martial soul. Today, they had truly seen something new.

I'm eagerly awaiting your reading of the new book!

(End of this chapter)