9: Ice Thunder Bipolar 1

In the snow pine forest on the outskirts of Ice River Valley, Xiao Bing stepped through knee-deep snow, each step leaving a faint blue glow on the snow's surface. This was his detection net—tiny branches of Mist Lightning of Extreme Cold, capable of sensing energy fluctuations within a ten-mile radius.

“Warning: Multiple Dou Wang level energy reactions detected.”

“Location: 3.2 kilometers due north, Ice River Valley entrance.”

Xiao Bing stopped, tapping his fingertip lightly in the Void Realm, and the System interface unfolded into a translucent light screen. On the map, seven red dots were distributed in a fan shape, precisely blocking the valley entrance.

“People from Ice River Valley…” Xiao Bing narrowed his eyes. Ever since he heard about Heavenly Frost Thunder in the inn three days ago, he knew he would encounter these local tyrants. It was said that the Ice River Valley Master cultivated ice-element Cultivation Techniques and had long coveted the extreme cold energy within Ice River Valley.

A cold wind, carrying snow particles, howled past, and Xiao Bing’s figure gradually blurred, eventually disappearing completely into the wind and snow—this was the Mist Lightning of Extreme Cold's stealth characteristic, allowing his aura to merge with the surrounding environment.

As he neared the valley entrance, voices faintly drifted over:

“…The Valley Master has given an order, no one is allowed to enter!”

“But Senior Brother, that merchant caravan from Central Plains…”

“Forget about any caravan, even if people from Dan Tower came, they’d have to…”

The voices abruptly ceased. Xiao Bing emerged from the snow curtain, seven ice sculptures standing rigidly in their last poses. He snapped his fingers lightly, and spiderweb-like cracks appeared on the surface of the ice sculptures, which then shattered into a pile of ice shards.

“Killed seven Ice River Valley Disciples.”

“Points gained: 350 points.”

“Current points: 1580 points.”

The moment he stepped into Ice River Valley, the temperature plummeted. An ordinary Dou Ling would probably have their Dou Qi frozen here, but for Xiao Bing, who possessed two Mystic Ice Spiritual Lightnings, this environment made him feel right at home.

The terrain within the valley was rugged, with countless ice pillars hanging upside down like sharp swords. Following the System’s guidance, Xiao Bing arrived before an ice lake. The lake surface was as smooth as a mirror, yet it emanated a chilling cold that made one’s heart palpitate.

“Heavenly Frost Thunder fluctuations detected.”

“Location: 300 meters below the ice lake.”

Just as Xiao Bing was about to break the ice, a whooshing sound suddenly came from behind him! He dodged to the side, and an ice spear grazed his cheek, exploding into a huge crater on the lake surface.

“As expected, someone got here first.” A cold, sinister voice came from mid-air.

Twelve white-robed figures stood suspended in the air, their chests uniformly embroidered with the Ice River Valley’s insignia. Leading them was a grim-faced old man with gold trim on his sleeves—a Five-Star Dou Huang!

“Boy, no matter who you are, dare to touch my Ice River Valley’s things…” Before the old man could finish speaking, he suddenly widened his eyes, “Wait, this aura… Core Lightning of the Earth's Core?!”

Xiao Bing’s heart tightened. Being able to recognize Core Lightning of the Earth's Core at a glance indicated that the opponent was extremely knowledgeable about Mystic Ice Spiritual Lightning.

“Steward Han, notify the Valley Master!” The old man roared, “The rest of you, form a formation! We must capture this child!”

The twelve quickly dispersed, forming the same hand seals. The water molecules in the air instantly condensed, forming a giant ice net that enveloped Xiao Bing.

“Ice River Sky Net Formation!”

Xiao Bing remained unhurried, bringing his hands together: “Mist Lightning of Extreme Cold Armor, full power!”

Silver-blue lightning intertwined into armor, and the ice net melted away upon contact. This scene caused the old man’s expression to change drastically: “How is this possible?!”

Without giving the other party time to react, Xiao Bing stepped on the ice surface, his figure like lightning, charging straight up: “Ice Lightning Tribulation · Dual Extremes Collapse!”

His right fist, wrapped in blue-black lightning, fiercely smashed into the nearest Dou Wang. That person hastily tried to block but instantly froze solid upon contact, then was blasted into fragments by the violent lightning Qi!

“Fifth Brother!” The old man’s eyes were bloodshot, “Change formation! Extreme Cold Pierce!”

The remaining eleven simultaneously changed their moves, and countless ice cones shot from all directions. Xiao Bing had nowhere to brace himself in the air and was about to be impaled like a porcupine—

“Core Lightning of the Earth's Core Armor!”

A layer of dark blue lightning armor appeared, and the ice cones shattered upon impact. Xiao Bing took the opportunity to land, placing a single palm on the ice surface: “Ice Prison · Thousand Frosts!”

“Crackling—”

Centered on him, an extreme cold Qi erupted in a ring. Five Dou Wangs who were too slow to evade instantly froze into ice sculptures, and the rest were also infiltrated by the cold Qi, their movements becoming much slower.

Seeing this, the old man finally made his move personally: “You junior are seeking death! Extreme Cold Palm!”

The full-power strike of a Dou Huang expert subtly twisted space, and the terrifying cold Qi even froze the air. Xiao Bing dared not meet it head-on, retreating rapidly, but was still grazed on his left shoulder by the aftershock, causing his entire arm to instantly crystallize with ice.

“Left arm frozen, combat power reduced by 30%.”

“Suggestion: Use points to repair.”

Xiao Bing gritted his teeth and spent 500 points, his internal Spiritual Thunder rapidly melting the ice. At the same time, he noticed that after the old man used Extreme Cold Palm, his aura had also weakened considerably.