Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 60 Dugu Bo's Decision, Guangling in Breakthrough

Dugu Bo took a deep breath and turned his gaze back to Han Li, who was holding the Fragrant Silk Fairy.

He had already suffered several losses in the past two days, all due to momentary impulses. Now, with such a huge temptation in front of him, he calmed down instead.

In particular, he hadn't forgotten that Guang Ling had initially intended to silence him simply because he had heard the words "immortal herb." Han Li's generosity at this moment made him feel somewhat uneasy.

"Han Li, to be honest, both solutions you offered are too good, so good that I don't dare choose them at all. Especially the second one, you seem to really want me to choose it, which is already far beyond the treatment plan you promised me, right?"

"That's true," Han Li replied with a smile.

"Then you'd better tell me clearly why you're doing this. If you don't explain it clearly, I really won't dare to choose it," Dugu Bo said with a wry smile.

To be honest, he didn't think he was worth that price, and he even found the first option somewhat unbelievable, yet Han Li gave him two choices.

Oh no, this has scared him. Han Li shook his head in distress.

He still underestimated the impact of martial soul evolution on the natives of Douluo Continent, and silently kept this low-level mistake in mind, determined not to make the same mistake again.

After gathering his thoughts, Han Li looked at Dugu Bo in front of him.

"Senior, you're overthinking it. To be honest, I'm inclined to recommend the second option because it's more useful to me."

As he spoke, Han Li pointed to the fragrant and exquisite fairy product in his hand.

"As for spirit evolution, given the quality of the herbs here, it's not actually that difficult. Do you understand what I mean? Also, I don't like to owe others anything. Since you've brought out a precious herb that's very important to my master, I will definitely do my best. Otherwise, I would only need to tell you to force the poison into your spirit bone to treat the symptoms."

"Besides, since you've chosen to become my guard, you're one of us. As I've said before, I'm always very generous to my own people. Although I can't fully trust you yet, I think it's worth it to exchange two opportunities for martial soul evolution to gain your favor."

"That's about it. The initial reason was simply because I needed the Fragrant Silk Fairy Item. The subsequent decision was actually to win you over. Do you understand?"

Han Li shrugged, indicating that he was finished speaking.

Dugu Bo was somewhat dazed, so his worry was actually because his vision was too narrow.

No, no, no, he quickly shook his head, rejecting his own idea. Martial Soul evolution, it's a huge undertaking no matter where you put it.

If such an opportunity were available, countless high-level Soul Masters would be willing to risk their lives for it. Therefore, the reward offered by Han Li was truly invaluable.

He snapped out of his daze, looked at the smiling Han Li again, nodded, and gave a solemn bow.

"Then I'll follow your suggestion and choose the second option."

"Alright, then I'll first help you recover your health. Your body is in really bad shape; it's practically riddled with holes from the poison. It would be best if you could restore your energy before we begin."

Han Li put away the Fragrant Silk Fairy Item, pondered for a moment, and then took out the Grade Nine Purple Ganoderma.

After thinking for a moment, he put it back and took out a Grade 9 Dragon Fungus that was slightly misty and handed it over.

This is a Grade Nine Dragon Fungus (water attribute) growing next to the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire. It is suspected that the Grade Nine Purple Fungus was affected by the aura of the Water Dragon King in the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire, and has mutated, containing a certain dragon aura.

However, whether due to mutation or some other reason, it was stuck under the category of immortal herbs. Similarly, it has a twin brother, the Nine-Rank Dragon Fungus (fire attribute), which is in the same situation.

Han Li had considered this rare treasure before taking it out. In terms of its effects, it was no less effective than a divine herb for dragon and snake-type martial souls, making it a top-grade quasi-divine herb, enough for Dugu Bo.

"First, consume the leaves to regulate your body. During this process, use its power to suppress the toxins in one place as much as possible. After that, I will prepare some medicine for you. We will begin again in seven days." Han Li did not explain the meaning of the immortal herb.

"it is good."

Dugu Bo took the Grade 9 Dragon Fungus from his hand and examined it carefully. Although he still didn't recognize it, he knew it was a good thing just by looking at the aura on it.

Without saying anything more, he found a place to sit down, put two pieces of dragon fungus leaves in his mouth, and began to cultivate.

Seeing that Dugu Bo had gone to the side, Guang Ling came over, knowing that Han Li was preparing to let him come first.

"Xiao Li, can my martial soul evolve too?" Guang Ling asked expectantly.

"Master, do you want to hear the truth or a lie?" Han Li blinked at Guang Ling.

"Alright, you don't need to say anything, let's just start."

Guangling waved his hand, indicating that he knew the answer, but he was only asking and didn't intend to force the issue.

"Evolution is difficult, but becoming stronger is not a problem."

Seeing that his master was ready, Han Li took out the Eight-Cornered Mystic Ice Grass and handed it to Guang Ling.

Guangling looked at the Eight-Cornered Ice Grass, which was constantly eroding his soul power even in his hand, and turned to his disciple: "Should we just eat it?"

"No, just make contact with your martial spirit, leave the rest to me."

Han Li's expression turned serious.

Guangling nodded without saying anything, then immediately sat down cross-legged, summoned his martial spirit, placed the two together, and closed his eyes.

Seeing that the two had made contact, Han Li quickly stretched out his hands and grabbed the point where the bow and the octagonal ice grass were in contact. His pale red soul power instantly invaded the two, and they both began to resist spontaneously at the same time.

Fortunately, Guangling had already been reminded by Han Li and had actively dispelled the resistance of the martial soul, which made Han Li much more relaxed. He could then focus on dealing with the Eight-Cornered Profound Ice Grass. With the main source of resistance gone, Han Li's soul power quickly enveloped both of them.

Having completed the first step, the rest became much easier. Relying on his absolute control over the ice element, Han Li used his own soul power as a net to intercept all the ice-attribute poison of the Eight-Cornered Ice Grass and suppress it at the bow handle.

The remaining energy was allowed to flow freely within the Martial Soul, with a large amount of pure ice elemental power continuously strengthening the Martial Soul's ice attribute power. Finally, it entered Guang Ling's body through a channel established by the Martial Soul.

Seeing this, Han Li finally breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that his master's condition was much better than he had expected.

Perhaps because Guangling had already reached level 97, and due to the attribute compatibility, he had exhausted the energy in the Eight-Cornered Mystic Ice Grass in just one hour, but he still showed no signs of breaking through.

(Note: There are two versions in the original work. This version uses the setting of a title above level 95, where the soul power doubles for each level increase.)

Damn, this is all the immortal herb is? It withered after the elemental power was enhanced, right? That's way too short.

Han Li rarely cursed under his breath, but thankfully he had considered this issue from the beginning.

Without hesitation, he summoned the evolved Ice and Fire Dragon Bow, drawing upon the energy of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well. Using his martial soul as a conduit and bridge, he quickly converted the energy into ice attributes and channeled it into Guang Ling's martial soul.

The loud commotion startled Dugu Bo, who was still cultivating. He stared in disbelief at the scene before him, utterly shocked. He then voluntarily abandoned his cultivation and went to the outer perimeter to act as a guard.

As expected, the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well was the most effective. Under Han Li's full power of infusion, faint fluctuations were emanating from Guang Ling's body in just fifteen minutes.

Suddenly, Guangling opened her eyes and nodded at Han Li.

A look of joy flashed across Han Li's face. He then released the suppression of the ice-attribute poison on the bow handle and took the initiative to retreat.

Dugu Bo also came closer, a hint of envy in his eyes. He knew this was a sign that Dugu Bo was about to break through.

He's been stuck at level 91 for years and hasn't moved, and he also has to constantly endure the corrosive effects of the poison.

Guangling's breakthrough gave him hope. If even a level 97 person could break through, then by the time it was his turn, he could at least make some progress.

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