Ice and Fire Refinement of the Golden Body, 5th Soul Ring

Chapter 15 Ice and Fire Refinement of the Golden Body, Fifth Soul Ring

The two extreme pools of water, one of ice and one of fire, with their completely different properties, continuously melted and dissolved into water vapor, dissipating into thick white mist that added a touch of mystery to the surroundings.

Holding the Frostfire Spear, Shen Hanyu swiftly plucked two completely different top-grade poisonous medicinal herbs.

The Fiery Apricot and the Eight-Cornered Ice Grass represent two kinds of deadly poisons: intense fire poison and rare cold poison. However, when consumed at the same time and supplemented with the spring water from the Yin-Yang Well, they can cultivate "dual immunity to ice and fire" and their constitution will be strengthened into an invulnerable body to all poisons, and their physical constitution will be greatly enhanced.

This is exactly what Shen Hanyu is pursuing; an exceptionally strong physique is something even a powerful Soul Master cannot resist.

Shen Hanyu used the tip of his spear to pick off two immortal herbs, and then quickly swallowed them. An extreme heat suddenly appeared in Shen Hanyu's body, almost making him feel as if he had entered magma.

A moment later, an indescribable chill emanated from my lungs and internal organs, almost freezing my blood and meridians.

Despite the excruciating pain in his body, Shen Hanyu said in a low voice:

"Senior Dugu, please protect me."

Then, he leaped into the confluence of the two colored pools and slowly sank...

On a huge rock on the shore, Dugu Bo stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes showing neither sorrow nor joy, yet a deep sense of unease. He then slowly sat down cross-legged, quietly waiting on the perimeter…

………………

A day and a night passed quickly…

Shen Hanyu suddenly opened his eyes, then leaped out of the pool, landing on the shore soaking wet like a drowned rat.

As Shen Hanyu coughed twice, an indescribable sense of power filled his body. He straightened up, his bones cracking and popping as he grew taller.

"Excellent, as expected of two top-grade immortal herbs. My physical attributes have not only increased by more than double, but my immunity to both ice and fire and my resistance to all poisons are also perfect. In that case, I can start absorbing 100,000-year spirit rings when I reach my seventh or even sixth spirit ring, and that plan can begin to be developed..."

As Shen Hanyu coughed violently a few times, the remaining energy within his body was completely refined, transforming into the purest soul power that nourished every corner of his body.

Dugu Bo appeared in front of him, a look of shock on his face. He quickly placed a hand on Shen Hanyu's shoulder, and a gentle soul force entered Shen Hanyu's body to investigate. The result he obtained left him with disbelief written all over his face.

"Kid, you're quite the monster. If you weren't still here, I'd really suspect you might be a 100,000-year-old soul beast in human form. Your terrifying physical attributes are probably only comparable to those of a typical Soul Saint..."

Shen Hanyu chuckled softly and said:

"My martial soul is the top-tier weapon martial soul, the Frost Sky Spear. My family also runs a medicinal herb business. I've taken a lot of precious medicinal herbs to strengthen my foundation and expand my meridians since I was a child. In addition, I started going out to train alone when I was eight years old, and I started absorbing spirit rings that were higher level than my first spirit ring. If I didn't have some capital, I don't know how many times I would have died."

Dugu Bo patted Shen Hanyu on the shoulder, his gaze complex, and said:

"Your martial spirit is unique and powerful. Compared to the Clear Sky Hammer, your martial spirit can even be said to be superior. It's just that although the Clear Sky Sect has gone into seclusion, its prestige remains. Otherwise, within thirty years, the number one weapon martial spirit in the world would belong to you sooner or later."

Shen Hanyu snorted coldly and said:

"Those cowards from the Haotian Sect are bullies who prey on the weak and fear the strong. They have great strength, but they lack the determination and perseverance to match it. I just hope they don't get in my way. Otherwise, if the opportunity arises, I don't mind wiping out the entire Haotian Sect."

Dugu Bo sighed inwardly, but did not deny it. He simply said:

"You may seem calm and collected, but you actually have a hidden bloodthirsty streak."

Dugu Bo paused for a moment, then continued:

"The most terrifying person on the mainland these days is never a renowned expert with a reputation for killing intent, but an outsider who knows how to hide and disguise himself. If he makes a move at a crucial moment, he will be able to change the landscape of the mainland. Kid, you are like that outsider. You are not in the game, but you give me the feeling that you are the game itself. You are unfathomable and unpredictable."

Shen Hanyu rolled her eyes and said:

"Senior Dugu, there has never been a distinction between right and wrong on the continent, only between the strong and the weak. Besides, we are now comrades-in-arms on the same side, would I possibly betray you?"

Dugu Bo didn't speak, but his eyes seemed to say, "I feel like that's exactly the kind of person you are..."

Shen Hanyu felt wronged. He had only been a little arrogant, so why was he being wrongly accused of being such a nice, handsome guy?

………………

Two and a half days later.

Starry Sky Forest Mixed Zone.

Two figures darted swiftly through the dense, ancient tree branches, but beneath their feet was not solid ground, but a swampy area constantly bubbling with moisture. Every now and then, they could see crocodiles, resembling rotten wood, lying on the protruding rocks, basking in the already weak sunlight.

A figure in emerald green led the way, while a white figure followed closely behind. The two figures continued to move deeper into the area, disturbing many resting soul beasts.

A moment later, Dugu Bo stopped in his tracks. Shen Hanyu landed beside him and said with a somewhat solemn expression:

"This area is too quiet. It doesn't look like the mixed zone of the Star Dou Great Forest at all. Senior Dugu, are you sure there are Purple Gold Profound Ice Beasts with more than 50,000 years of cultivation here? These kinds of soul beasts are naturally violent and warlike. How could the area where they live be so quiet? There isn't even a trace of their aura."

Dugu Bo's expression was somewhat unpleasant, and after a long while, he finally spoke:

"I saw that beast here before. Back then, I led a group to obtain the ninth soul ring, and one of my companions, a Soul Saint, died from that beast's sneak attack. I just never expected that after decades, this place would change so much, turning from a forest into a swamp. I am quite puzzled by this."

Shen Hanyu remained silent after hearing this. His spiritual power, comparable to that of a Soul Saint after consuming the Dew of Longing for Autumn Water, swept across every inch of the surrounding area, but he still found nothing.

However, after carefully sensing the surroundings, Dugu Bo looked in one direction and said:

"Follow me in this direction," he said, and quickly headed in that direction.

Shen Hanyu followed without hesitation.

After walking for about half a cup of tea's time, Dugu Bo stopped on the tallest ancient tree, seemingly waiting for Shen Hanyu.

The surrounding vegetation gradually thinned out, and the water began to flow. Shen Hanyu knew this was a sign that the water was about to flow into a river.

Looking at the increasingly sparse vegetation around him, Shen Hanyu felt inexplicably uneasy. He quickly went to stand beside Dugu Bo, examining the area ahead and the clearly visible river surface. Somewhat surprised, he involuntarily said:

"How can there be so many swamp crocodiles and spiny crocodiles here?"

On the wide river, groups of crocodiles practically covered the entire channel, their cold eyes fixed intently on a particular spot. A strange, chilling atmosphere permeated the area, lingering for a long time…

(End of this chapter)