Chapter 165: Changes in Soul Bones
With the death of Huyan Zhen, the remaining members of the Elephant Armored Sect were shocked and used all their strength to try to flee.
However, at this point, Yang Wudi no longer needed to worry about Yang Xiong's situation. He was completely consumed with rage and unleashed his Martial Soul True Body. In an instant, a giant blood-red figure appeared in the sky, holding the terrifying Breaking Soul Spear.
Even though the other two tried their best to resist, they were ultimately pierced by the Breaking Soul Spear. In particular, one of the Soul Douluo experts used his eighth soul skill, but it still couldn't match the power of Yang Wudi's spear. This was because Yang Wudi had also used his own eighth soul skill.
The other two Soul Saints were already lying on the ground, having been pierced by Yang Wudi's attack.
It seemed that Huyan Li had realized the situation wasn't in his favor and fled the scene.
But Yang Wudi didn't pursue him. Soon, a figure in dark green emerged from the forest, throwing the foaming Huyan Li back into the group of Elephant Armored Sect members. This person was none other than Dugu Bo.
Dugu Bo sneered, "You two really had fun, huh? The Elephant Armored Sect is looking for death, daring to provoke you. Looks like they're tired of living."
Yang Wudi said, "Old poison, I didn't expect you to show up too. Aren't you afraid of going against the Elephant Armored Sect and the Spirit Hall behind them?"
Dugu Bo chuckled, "The Elephant Armored Sect is nothing. If they had provoked me, they would've been dead long ago."
Dugu Bo then looked at Yang Xiong, "Little monster, you do have some strength. I never imagined that even Huyan Zhen would die at your hands. I can't even imagine how strong you'll be when you reach Title Douluo. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has indeed found a treasure in you."
Yang Xiong smiled, "Senior Dugu, you flatter me. My strength is but a child's play in front of someone like you."
Dugu Bo snorted, "Stop pretending in front of me, little brat. Since you can enter my herb garden, it means my poison formations are useless against you. With your current strength, I'm afraid even I couldn't handle you."
Yang Xiong just smiled without responding.
Yang Wudi walked up to Yang Xiong, "Little Xiong, how are you feeling now? You should have an understanding of the true strength of top experts in this world."
Yang Xiong nodded, "Huyan Zhen is indeed formidable. He probably already has the strength of a Title Douluo. No wonder he's the leader of the Four Lower Sects."
"This time, I've exhausted my soul power and sustained significant injuries. I'll probably need a few days to recover."
Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi were speechless. Given the situation just now, Yang Xiong only needed a few days of rest? His physical condition was indeed a bit exaggerated.
Yang Xiong was only level 66, yet he had killed a level 89 Huyan Zhen. If this got out, no one would believe it.
Yang Wudi sighed, "You little monster, it's necessary for you to fight against experts like Huyan Zhen. Otherwise, I'm afraid you'll underestimate the true experts of this world, and that will lead to your downfall."
Yang Xiong seemed to think of something, "Old goat, I think Huyan Zhen's defense might be stronger than Old Rhino's. Do you think your Breaking Soul Spear can break his defense?"
Yang Wudi's face darkened, "What are you talking about? Huyan Zhen is nothing. My Breaking Soul Spear can shatter his turtle shell with one strike. Unlike you, you had to fight for so long, and even had to trick that brash Huyan Zhen."
"Huyan Zhen is just a fool. Even knowing you have a ten thousand year soul ring, he still tried to trick you and fight you head-on. If he doesn't die, who will?"
The two exchanged a few casual words, and then Yang Xiong seemed to think of something, "Old goat, since Huyan Zhen is dead, and they've lost so many Soul Douluo and Soul Saints, do you think the Elephant Armored Sect will collapse?"
Yang Wudi shook his head, "Not necessarily. At least three Soul Douluo remain in the Elephant Armored Sect. Though they've lost many experts, they still have over a thousand soul masters in total. It won't be so easy for them to collapse."
"Besides, the Elephant Armored Sect is built on a family model. Their internal cohesion is much stronger than you think. While they will weaken in the short term, their foundation is still there. And let's not forget they have the Spirit Hall backing them up. They won't fall so easily."
Yang Xiong couldn't help but sigh, "It seems I underestimated the strength of the Four Lower Sects. It won't be so easy to wipe out the Elephant Armored Sect."
Dugu Bo, hearing Yang Xiong and Yang Wudi's conversation, was speechless. These two were too carefree, constantly talking about the Elephant Armored Sect's downfall.
After about half an hour, Yang Xiong had already recovered somewhat and began searching for the bodies of the six members of the Elephant Armored Sect.
As expected, Huyan Zhen, the leader of the Elephant Armored Sect, had a treasure trove of items. Not only did his soul tools contain materials worth millions of Gold Soul Coins, but he also had a number of precious medicinal herbs and rare items in his collection.
And Huyan Zhen's body turned out to be an even greater harvest. He had three 50,000-year soul bones: one extremely rare torso soul bone and two for his left and right hands.
Even Dugu Bo was dumbfounded. No one expected Huyan Zhen's body to have such valuable soul bones. If Dugu Bo had known, he might have wanted to act first.
Yang Xiong couldn't help but say, "Senior Dugu, how come you look like you've never seen soul bones before? You're supposed to be a Title Douluo."
Dugu Bo's face darkened, "What do you mean, brat? These three must be the Elephant Armored Sect's heirloom soul bones. I never expected you to get them so easily."
Yang Xiong laughed, "You really haven't seen soul bones before, huh? These three appeared during the Soul Master Tournament four years ago. I remember you were a judge during the competition, yet you didn't even know about this?"
Dugu Bo paused for a moment, "I've been busy. Who has time to focus on the matters of these little brats? Besides, a soul bone that just entered the ten thousand year category, I wouldn't even be interested."
Yang Xiong shook his head. This old man, Dugu Bo, was too proud, and it was difficult to have a conversation with him.
However, Yang Xiong thought about it for a moment and decided not to dwell on it. He handed the torso soul bone to Dugu Bo and gave the right arm soul bone from Huyan Zhen to Yang Wudi.
Yang Wudi said, "Little Xiong, you killed Huyan Zhen. The soul bones should belong to you."
Yang Xiong rolled his eyes at Yang Wudi. If it wasn't for Yang Wudi holding back the other four, he would have run off long ago and wouldn't have bothered to duel Huyan Zhen.
"Old goat, just take it if you want it. If you don't, I'll take it and give it to someone else."
Yang Wudi quickly took the soul bone from Yang Xiong, "I want it, of course. Who wouldn't want such a priceless soul bone?"
Yang Xiong was speechless. It seemed he had a special connection with right arm soul bones. He already had two on his body, not counting the one he gave to his elder brother.
Dugu Bo quickly grabbed the head soul bone, "Of course, I want this. It's still a ten thousand year soul bone. Even if I give it to Yan Yan, it's still good."
After collecting everything, Yang Xiong set fire to the bodies of Huyan Zhen and his men, reducing them to ashes.
"Senior Dugu, we're here now. Won't you invite me to your home for a visit?"
Dugu Bo's face darkened, "You little brat, what's so good about my herb garden? You're better off visiting my mansion in Heaven Dou City."
Yang Xiong laughed, "There's nothing interesting in Heaven Dou City. It's better to visit your herb garden. That place is really good for cultivation."
Dugu Bo was speechless and had no choice but to lead Yang Wudi and Yang Xiong to the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well.
It was clear that Dugu Bo was very reluctant. After all, Yang Xiong had emptied the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well last time, and this had formed a shadow in Dugu Bo's mind. Now that he had finally planted some poison herbs again, did this little brat want to scrape them out too?
When they arrived at the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well, Yang Wudi and Dugu Bo appeared very familiar with the place. The two old men quickly began researching the poison herbs.
Yang Xiong looked around the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well. Sure enough, it was filled with various poison herbs, and they seemed to be growing very well. This place was indeed a treasure for plant growth.
Unexpectedly, Yang Xiong took off his clothes and jumped into the spring of the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well. Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi watched in shock. The two of them couldn't get close to the spring, knowing how dangerous it was.
After entering the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well again, Yang Xiong planned to use the spring's power to continue his body refinement and use the energy from the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well to repair his shattered Xuanming Armor.
Since Yang Xiong absorbed the Dragon Claw external soul bone for both hands, he felt that his body had undergone some changes. It seemed that his arms could no longer absorb soul bones. Even though he had acquired many arm soul bones, they didn't seem to have any attraction anymore.
All the changes stemmed from the body refinement in the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well. Especially after the last body refinement, his Exploding Dragon Claws had evolved into Ice Fire Dragon Claws. There seemed to be a connection between his arms and the Ice Fire Yin-Yang Well.
Additionally, his Ice Fire Dragon Claws had also been damaged during the battle with Huyan Zhen, and they needed to be slowly repaired.
After soaking in the spring for over ten days, the powerful ice and fire energy washed over his body, and Yang Xiong felt as though his torso and arms were being burned, with the energy surging into his soul bones.
One day, Yang Xiong felt as though his hands and torso were about to explode, as if something was about to expand out of him.
Yang Xiong let out a roar, and the three external soul bones on his body suddenly cracked open, turning into fragments. The positions they once occupied were gradually replaced by newly formed soul bones.
Yang Xiong was overjoyed. After this transformation, the power and age of the three external soul bones had increased significantly. The Xuanming Armor seemed to have reached the 50,000-year level.
His Ice Fire Dragon Claws were a bit weaker, but they had still reached the 30,000-year level.
If Yang Xiong were to face Huyan Zhen again now, it would surely be much easier.
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