Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 59 So, would you mind taking another gamble? The allure of Martial Soul Evolution

"Hiss, what grudge do you have against that person that you let Han Li bully Soul Masters below the Soul King level?"

Although Dugu Bo didn't know the specific details, he could tell from their conversation and expressions that Guangling was definitely planning to have Han Li bully others, and he couldn't help but feel sorry for Han Li's opponent.

"Why do you want to know?"

Guangling turned around and looked at Dugu Bo with a half-smile.

No, I don't want to.

Dugu Bo answered decisively. In his view, Guangling's hearts were all black, and he didn't want to get involved.

Seeing that the two were about to continue arguing, Han Li quickly interrupted them.

"Master, senior, now is not the time to discuss this. My matter is basically resolved now, and it's your turn."

Upon hearing Han Li's words, the two of them simultaneously shut their mouths and stared intently at him, making Han Li feel very uncomfortable. He took two steps back before stopping.

"Who wants to go first?"

Han Li looked at the two elderly people and tentatively asked them a question.

"I'll go first." ×2

The two voices rang out almost simultaneously, so loud that Han Li's eardrums seemed to wail in pain.

"Okay, stop, listen to me first."

Han Li stretched out his hands and stood between the two of them; he didn't want to hear them arguing over such a trivial matter anymore.

Seeing the two quietly return to their seats, Han Li sorted through his thoughts and said, "First, let's talk about Master. You said before that your comprehension has already reached level ninety-eight, and you only lack the accumulation of soul power. Is that alright?"

Guangling glanced at Dugu Bo, who was somewhat shocked by the news, crossed her arms, and nodded proudly, which was considered an affirmation.

"That makes things simple. And coincidentally, after my martial soul evolved, I gained absolute control over the ice element. You won't need to take those supplementary medicines anymore. As long as you release the protection of the soul power restriction in my martial soul, I should be able to suppress the ice poison in the Eight-Cornered Ice Grass directly. Although my soul power is also corrosive, it's nothing to you. The recovery effect that comes with cultivation will keep you unaffected."

"I will release you after you have fully absorbed it. At that time, the corresponding poison should no longer be able to harm you. Moreover, you can take this opportunity to comprehend the ice attribute and perhaps even make it your own."

Although Han Li consistently used words like "should" and "maybe," there was no doubt that Guang Ling and Dugu Bo could tell from his tone that it was almost a definite answer.

Upon hearing Han Li's words, Guang Ling nodded without hesitation, agreeing to Han Li's plan.

Han Li didn't say anything more. He and his master trusted each other enough that these taboos among soul masters were not a problem for them.

Then, he turned his head towards Dugu Bo.

"Senior, your problem can be solved, but it will definitely be more difficult than Master's. You should have expected that, right?"

Dugu Bo nodded heavily, which was considered an answer to his question.

"Alright, senior, I'll give you two options regarding your question; the decision is yours."

After saying that, Han Li did not wait for Dugu Bo's reply and spoke on his own.

"Your problem actually stems primarily from the poison of your own martial soul. Forgive my bluntness, but after briefly understanding your martial soul and fighting style, I must say that I believe you've chosen the wrong path. No, it should be said that the path you've chosen is good, even better than that of the Azure Phosphorous Serpent Soul Masters of previous generations. But you've overlooked a crucial point: possessing a highly venomous snake-type martial soul doesn't necessarily mean having excellent poison resistance. This is the root of all the tragedies."

Dugu Bo's lips moved, and he instinctively wanted to speak out in rebuttal, but when he thought of his own situation, he fell silent.

Han Li glanced at him and continued, "Perhaps you've already realized this without me reminding you, just not as clearly as you'd like. But I think you've already taken some steps, haven't you?"

"You're right. After Yan Yan's father passed away, I started adjusting her soul skill acquisition. Although her first two soul skills are named after poison, they are more like indirect amplification skills. The poison in her own martial soul doesn't affect her. The poison in her body is more due to her innate constitution. But even so, as her level continues to increase, the toxicity of her martial soul itself, plus the innate toxicity, will still have a significant impact on her." Dugu Bo paused for a moment, then looked up and said.

(Note: Dugu Yan's first soul skill, Azure Phosphorus Red Poison, is a stimulating poison that can stimulate the human nervous system, increasing attack power and speed by 20%; her second soul skill, Azure Phosphorus Blue Poison, is a paralyzing poison that can eliminate pain and increase teammates' defense by 30%.)

"Very good. Now that you have a good understanding of this, it will be easier to talk from here on out." Han Li took a few steps forward and took out the Fragrant Fairy Flower that had been transplanted into the flowerpot from his wristband.

Dugu Bo didn't quite understand what he meant. Wasn't it said that this flower only counteracts poison, not cures it?

Under Dugu Bo's puzzled gaze, Han Li said, "The first method is for me to connect your martial soul to the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire to cleanse your body. Not all of it, but ninety percent of the poison can be removed. Then, for the remaining stubborn poison in your body, you will force it into your soul bone, and then swallow this fragrant Qiluo Immortal Herb in a special way to give your body resistance to poison."

(This is a slight reinterpretation of the Fragrant and Elegant Immortal Item, but it will not be used; it is purely for the purpose of the plot.)

"If you do this, even if you develop more poison in the future, your body will be able to withstand it, and your subsequent cultivation will be smooth sailing. Of course, the price is that you will become very weak before you can recover from the toxins accumulated over so many years, and you may not even be able to defeat a stronger Soul Douluo. As for the period of weakness, it depends on how quickly you recover from the toxins."

Dugu Bo's heart pounded, but looking at Han Li's calm expression, he suppressed the urge to say "I want it" and asked in a hoarse voice, "What about the second option?"

"The second option is, have you considered changing your martial soul?" Han Li suddenly asked.

"Change your martial soul?" ×2

This time, not only Dugu Bo, but even Guang Ling couldn't help but ask.

"Oh, that's not quite right. It should be called Martial Soul Evolution. As far as I know, your previous Martial Soul was just the Azure Phosphorous Serpent, and it only evolved into the Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor later, right? So, you should be quite familiar with Martial Soul Evolution." Han Li revealed a mysterious smile.

When Dugu Bo saw his smile, he assumed that he had learned it from the Spirit Hall's intelligence. He couldn't help but curse inwardly, "Damn Chrysanthemum Pass, why did you record my intelligence in such detail?"

Although he didn't care that others knew his martial soul was evolved later, in most soul masters' minds, his martial soul was originally the Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor. Only Yue Guan, who often "sparred" with him, knew this.

The information Han Li revealed made Dugu Bo feel like he was naked in front of others, with no secrets, which made him very unhappy.

"That's right, just as you said, my martial soul has evolved once," Dugu Bo said quite frankly.

"You are well aware of the benefits of Martial Soul evolution, which is why you were able to become a Title Soul in one fell swoop. So, would you mind taking another gamble? Perhaps, if you succeed, you can also allow your granddaughter to follow this path and get rid of the deadly poison from your Martial Soul."

"Not only that, the quality of the martial soul might also be improved again."

Han Li's voice wasn't loud, but it seemed to have some kind of magic in Dugu Bo's ears, making him want to agree immediately.

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