SoulLand:Ascending to Godhood through Science

If there's one thing that can bring the greatest joy during a spirit beast hunt, it's the unexpected acquisition of a spirit bone.

Spirit bones are incredibly rare. Below ten thousand years, the chances of obtaining one are negligible. Even for ten-thousand-year spirit beasts, while the probability increases, it's still considered fortunate to find one. The higher the spirit beast's cultivation level, the better the odds, but it's never guaranteed.

This time, the seven-thousand-year Archaeopteryx dropped a right arm spirit bone!

You Chen didn't have an obsession with pursuing only the most perfect spirit bones, unlike the protagonists of many fanfiction novels who aim for a full set of hundred-thousand-year or divine beast-level bones.

His lack of spirit bones up until now wasn't because of excessive standards. It was simply because spirit bones are exceedingly rare.

Unlike spirit rings, spirit bones can be inherited, meaning their total quantity accumulates over time. However, even in this era, many Titled Douluos only possess one or two spirit bones.

Currently, You Chen only had one—a head spirit bone. But its compatibility was mediocre, and absorbing it wouldn't enhance his martial soul's essence. For someone focused on evolving his martial soul, it was more of a dispensable resource.

The seven-thousand-year Archaeopteryx right arm bone, however, was a perfect match, especially since it came from the same source as his sixth spirit ring, ensuring a natural synergy.

Nevertheless, You Chen didn't plan to absorb it immediately.

The reasoning was straightforward: just like spirit rings, absorbing a spirit bone increases the martial soul's stability.

To maximize his martial soul evolution, You Chen decided to hold off until the absorption of his other character's first three spirit rings was complete.

After storing the Archaeopteryx right arm bone in his spatial storage, You Chen set off to return.

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Approximately a month later, the upper echelons of Douluo Continent's society were rocked by a massive upheaval.

It became widely known that the Marquis of Mountain Fang and the son of Duke Antonio from the Star Luo Empire had been assassinated.

The culprit? None other than the rapidly rising assassin organization known as "Skynet."

This event truly put Skynet on the map.

Even in remote regions like Notting City, people began to hear rumors about Skynet. Some parents even used tales of Skynet assassins to scare their children into behaving.

The Star Luo Emperor called for a nationwide crackdown on the organization.

Despite Spirit Hall's unparalleled power, the average citizen of Douluo Continent revered the empires more.

This reverence wasn't due to strength—most commoners and low-level spirit masters had little understanding of Titled Douluo or Spirit Hall's dominance. Instead, it was rooted in their cultural attachment to the concept of "nation."

While Spirit Hall wielded immense power, the empires held the loyalty and hearts of the populace.

In response to the emperor's decree, the entire Star Luo populace was mobilized to search for and eliminate Skynet. Even with their skill in concealment techniques, the Soul Dou Beasts couldn't remain hidden indefinitely.

Being discovered was merely a matter of time.

However, unlike what many expected, the exposure of Skynet wasn't accidental—it was deliberate.

A thousand-strong force of spirit masters was dispatched to encircle and annihilate a hundred Skynet assassins.

At first, it seemed inevitable that Skynet would meet its demise.

But what happened next left everyone dumbfounded and terrified.

The thousand-man force suffered heavy losses in their first encounter, overwhelmed by Skynet assassins wielding mysterious weapons.

Even the Soul Douluo leading the charge, along with ten Soul Saints, failed to gain any advantage.

Because Skynet had its own Soul Douluo!

Not just any Soul Douluo, but one whose strength rivaled the strongest in that realm.

Survivors reported that the general leading their forces—a Soul Douluo—was killed in an instant by Skynet's elite assassin.

The devastating loss shattered morale. Even the ten Soul Saints abandoned the battlefield in panic.

Observers began speculating about the identity and level of this assassin, dubbing them the "Heaven-Level Assassin."

This unprecedented display of power silenced those who had previously rallied against Skynet.

Even the Star Luo Emperor, who had initially called for their elimination, retreated from his stance.

After all, a Heaven-Level Assassin capable of instantly killing a Soul Douluo had power on par with a Titled Douluo, if not outright exceeding it.

Following this, the Star Luo Emperor issued a statement claiming the incident was a misunderstanding. The Marquis of Mountain Fang and Duke Antonio's son had attempted to steal a Skynet assassin's prey, leading to their rightful demise.

The emperor further declared that their assets would be handed over as compensation to the assassin and extended an invitation for them to join the empire as an honored guest.

The entire situation turned into a laughingstock, with even the Heaven Dou Empire using it as material to mock the Star Luo Empire.

But no one dared mock the assassin.

After all, who would risk angering someone capable of erasing a Soul Douluo with a single move?

Skynet remained silent throughout, neither accepting nor responding to the emperor's overtures. Soon after, the organization seemed to vanish entirely.

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Six months later.

"The cultivation speed of the Divine Elephant Suppressing Prison Force has slowed significantly again."

Since the transformation of his life force, You Chen had experienced a boost in its cultivation efficiency. He even prioritized its practice over spirit power cultivation, given its unparalleled benefits.

For the past half-year, he dedicated himself to refining this technique daily.

Now, with over 50% of the giant elephant particles condensed, the speed of progress had noticeably decreased.

Despite this, the benefits were evident.

With three ten-thousand-year spirit rings—one of which was seven-thousand years—his physique rivaled that of many Soul Douluos. Even without his advanced techniques, his raw strength was formidable.

Reflecting on his growth, You Chen realized that his survival and escape capabilities had reached a level comparable to Super Douluos.

Even the likes of Bibi Dong, who limited her strength for her divine test, no longer posed as insurmountable a threat.

With his newfound confidence, You Chen decided it was time to resume his "old hobby."

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This time, when he returned to Spirit City, it was as though he was coming home.

Unlike before, You Chen no longer went out of his way to remain entirely undetected.

As his strength grew, his caution eased. He knew that unless an Extreme Douluo appeared, he could retreat safely even if surrounded.

And so, the cycle began again. Within a month of his return, over ten individuals were killed.

Unlike before, some victims were subjected to extreme humiliation before their deaths, a testament to the changing nature of his tasks.

These actions stirred outrage and fear among the populace. Spirit Hall interpreted them as blatant provocations.

Even so, You Chen operated with increasing boldness.

By the second month, his actions attracted the attention of multiple Soul Douluos.

But even when surrounded, You Chen managed to escape, leaving his pursuers fuming with frustration.

As the elders and bishops convened, grim expressions filled the chamber.

"Why is such a terrifying individual targeting Spirit Hall and Spirit

City?"

For the first time, the rulers of Spirit City truly understood the terror that their ordinary citizens must have been enduring.

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