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Sixth Soul Skill, Flame Field
Chapter 181 Sixth Soul Skill, Blazing Flame Domain
Chu Xinghe sat cross-legged and began to draw his soul rings.
On the corpse of the Lava Dragon Lizard, a deep black spirit ring slowly rose, radiating a chilling energy fluctuation.
When Chu Xinghe guided the spirit ring closer to him, Bone Douluo unconsciously clenched his fist.
Even with his experience, he had never seen a Soul Master dare to absorb such a high age limit for their sixth Soul Ring.
Just how extraordinary is this disciple?
The moment the spirit ring touched his body, Chu Xinghe trembled violently.
A surge of extremely violent energy rushed into his body like a flood bursting its banks, instantly causing his meridians to ache painfully.
Even more terrifying, the resentful remnant soul of the Lava Dragon Lizard also invaded, stirring up a monstrous wave in his mental world.
"roar--!"
Within Chu Xinghe's sea of consciousness, the remnant soul of the Lava Dragon Lizard manifested its complete form, roaring angrily.
It was unwilling to be killed by a human, and even more unwilling to become the other's spirit ring.
Waves of violent mental attacks came one after another, attempting to destroy Chu Xinghe's will.
At this critical moment, the digital evolution system within Chu Xinghe's body suddenly activated.
A pure white light shone from the depths of his soul, like the breaking of dawn, instantly illuminating his entire spiritual world.
The remnant soul of the Lava Dragon Lizard let out a mournful howl in the light, its resentment and violence being purified little by little, eventually transforming into pure spiritual energy that merged into Chu Xinghe's sea of consciousness.
Outside, Bone Douluo watched his disciple with bated breath.
He saw crimson light constantly flowing across Chu Xinghe's body, and it seemed as if magma was flowing beneath the panel.
But to his greatest surprise, the expected violent struggle did not occur; instead, Chu Xinghe's expression gradually calmed down.
"Just how many secrets is this kid hiding?" Bone Douluo muttered to himself.
At this moment, Chu Xinghe was feeling an unprecedented surge of power coursing through his body.
The Lava Dragon Lizard's soul power was perfectly converted by the Digital Evolution System. Not only did it not cause any harm, but it also caused his soul power level to begin to steadily increase.
...
Five hours later, the surge of soul power around Chu Xinghe finally subsided.
He opened his eyes, and deep within his pupils seemed to flow magma. A much stronger aura than before emanated from his body.
"Teacher, I succeeded." Chu Xinghe stood up, his voice steady and powerful, "My soul power has increased to level sixty-two."
Bone Douluo Gu Rong's eyes gleamed, and he asked impatiently, "Tell me quickly, what soul skill did you obtain?"
Chu Xinghe's lips curled slightly: "Sixth Soul Skill, Blazing Domain."
The next moment, flames suddenly burst into flames within a radius of fifty meters centered on him, forming a perfect fire barrier.
Feeling the heat wave rushing towards him, Bone Douluo couldn't help but exclaim, "Such powerful domain pressure!"
"Within this fiery domain, the power of my fire-attribute soul skills can be increased by 50%." Chu Xinghe said, raising his hand to release a crimson dragon claw.
The attack's power surged within the area, shattering a distant boulder into dust.
Even more astonishingly, Chu Xinghe's figure suddenly vanished from his spot and reappeared on the other side of the domain in the next moment.
"I can teleport freely within this domain," he explained. "Moreover, this domain has a strong restraining effect on water-based and ice-based soul skills."
Bone Douluo clapped his hands and laughed: "What a magnificent Blazing Domain! It combines offense and defense, and can even counter opponents with specific attributes. This is simply a divine skill tailor-made for fire-attribute soul masters!"
Chu Xinghe withdrew his domain, and the surrounding flames receded like a tide.
Bone Douluo patted his shoulder forcefully: "Let's go, we'll go back to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School immediately. If that old guy Chen Xin knew that you had broken through to the Soul Emperor realm and obtained such a powerful domain soul skill, he'd probably be so excited he wouldn't be able to sleep!"
Just as the two were about to leave, Chu Xinghe suddenly stopped.
He frowned slightly, turned to look at the corpse of the lava dragon lizard, and a strange energy fluctuation came from inside the corpse, creating a subtle resonance with the soul power in his body.
"Teacher, wait a moment." Chu Xinghe walked quickly back to the dragon lizard's corpse, his right hand igniting with crimson flames, and directly pierced the dragon lizard's left shoulder.
With a tearing sound, he pulled out a piece of his left arm bone, which was entirely red and radiated a dazzling red light.
This piece of soul bone was about two feet long, with lava-like patterns flowing on its surface, radiating an astonishing heat.
Bone Douluo Gu Rong's pupils suddenly contracted: "The left arm bone of the Lava Dragon Lizard! This is a top-grade soul bone produced by a 50,000-year-old soul beast!"
He strode forward and carefully examined the soul bone. "Judging from its quality, it can definitely be given a powerful soul skill."
Holding the blazing soul bone, Chu Xinghe could clearly feel the violent fire elemental energy contained within it.
The soul bone trembled slightly in his hand, as if it couldn't wait to merge with a suitable host.
"Absorb it quickly," Bone Douluo said urgently. "The left arm bone of a 50,000-year-old soul beast is extremely rare in the entire soul master world. With it, the attack power of your left arm can be increased by at least 30%."
However, Chu Xinghe firmly shook his head: "Teacher, I do not plan to absorb this soul bone for the time being."
"What?" Bone Douluo's voice suddenly rose, "Do you know how precious a 50,000-year-old soul bone is? Even the elders of the Spirit Hall may not have such an opportunity!"
Chu Xinghe's gaze remained calm and steady: "I know its value. But once a soul bone is absorbed and then removed, it will cause damage to my strength. My goal is a 100,000-year soul bone."
"Nonsense!" Bone Douluo retorted angrily. "A 100,000-year-old soul bone is extremely rare, and even powerful Title Douluos may not possess one! Do you think a 100,000-year-old soul beast is so easy to deal with?"
Chu Xinghe didn't refute, but calmly handed the soul bone to Bone Douluo: "Teacher, this left arm bone is more suitable for you. Your Bone Dragon Martial Soul is compatible with its attributes, and absorbing it will definitely greatly increase your strength. Moreover..."
He paused for a moment, then said, "You've taught me for so long, this is just a small token of my appreciation."
Bone Douluo stared at his disciple's resolute eyes, and slowly loosened his fist beneath his black robe.
After a long pause, he sighed, "Fine, your stubbornness..."
He took the soul bone and felt the surging energy within it, but did not absorb it immediately. "It's not safe here. Let's wait until we get back to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
After packing up, the two set off to return to Tiandou City.
Along the way, Bone Douluo was filled with countless thoughts.
He stole a glance at Chu Xinghe beside him, looking at the young man's resolute profile, and secretly made up his mind: he would definitely help this disciple hunt down a 100,000-year-old soul beast in the future. Even if it cost him his old bones, he would get him a 100,000-year-old soul bone.
"Teacher, actually..." Chu Xinghe seemed to sense his teacher's thoughts and said softly.
"Shut up and get on your way." Bone Douluo interrupted him, flicking his black robe and quickening his pace. "When you get back, focus on consolidating your cultivation level and stop thinking about unrealistic things all day."
But his tone had softened considerably.
A smile of satisfaction unconsciously appeared on Bone Douluo's lips. This disciple always managed to bring him surprises at the most unexpected times.
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Go to Shrek Academy to challenge
Chapter 182 Going to Shrek Academy to Challenge
As Chu Xinghe followed Gu Rong, the Bone Douluo, up the stone steps in front of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's mountain gate, the midday sun poured down, coating the ancient bluestone steps with a warm, flowing golden yellow.
As soon as he stepped into the sect, a sharp sword aura pierced through the air and stopped precisely in front of Chu Xinghe, transforming into an illusory longsword.
"I heard you absorbed a 50,000-year-old Lava Dragon Lizard Soul Ring?" Sword Douluo Chen Xin stood with his hands behind his back, his sharp eyes scanning Chu Xinghe up and down, a slight smile playing on his lips. "Not bad, level 62 now?"
Chu Xinghe bowed respectfully: "Thanks to Senior Bone Douluo's protection, we were fortunate enough to succeed."
Chen Xin snorted and looked at Gu Rong: "Old bones, it's my turn to hunt souls next time."
Bone Douluo laughed and patted Chu Xinghe on the shoulder: "Alright, I'll let you go next time. I'll stay home and drink tea."
Chen Xin nodded in satisfaction, and before turning to leave, he gave Chu Xinghe a meaningful look: "You dare to absorb a 50,000-year soul ring with just six rings, shouldn't you consider a 100,000-year one for the seventh ring?"
Chu Xinghe's heart skipped a beat; he hadn't expected Chen Xin to see right through his thoughts. He smiled slightly and didn't deny it.
After Chen Xin had walked away, Bone Douluo chuckled softly, "That kid is even more impatient than I am."
Chu Xinghe's eyes flickered slightly as he pondered, "Now that we have Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Senior Dugu Bo, the three Title Douluos joining forces to hunt down a 100,000-year-old soul beast... it's not impossible."
He looked up at the distant sky, his eyes blazing with fighting spirit.
Perhaps it's time to start planning for the seventh spirit ring.
...
After leaving the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Chu Xinghe did not immediately return to the Duke's Mansion, but instead went to Shrek Academy.
He stood before the magnificent gates of Shrek Academy, his gaze calmly fixed on the new complex of buildings that had been converted from Blue Tyrant Academy.
The tall teaching buildings gleamed in the sunlight, and various pieces of equipment were neatly arranged on the training ground, all demonstrating the vibrant vitality of this academy.
"Zhao Wuji, I've come to collect my debt." Chu Xinghe's voice wasn't loud, but it contained a powerful surge of soul energy that clearly resonated throughout the entire academy.
The trainees stopped what they were doing and looked in surprise toward the academy gate.
The young Soul Masters were filled with confusion, not understanding why anyone would dare to challenge their Vice Dean.
Meanwhile, a heated discussion was taking place in the dean's office.
Liu Erlong placed her hands on the conference table, her tone resolute: "Flander, we must uphold the educational philosophy of Blue Tyrant Academy. Commoner Soul Masters also have the right to pursue power; this is the foundation of Shrek Academy."
Flander adjusted his glasses, a glint of light flashing on the lenses: "Erlong, times are changing. Without the guidance of top students, how can we achieve good results in the Soul Master Competition?"
His voice remained steady, but the determination in his tone was undeniable.
The two men simultaneously turned their gaze to Yu Xiaogang, who was sitting to the side.
Just as the theorist was about to speak, the office door was suddenly pushed open.
A teacher from Shrek Academy strode in, his face tense: "Dean, Chu Xinghe from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy has come to challenge us and specifically requests to see Vice Dean Zhao."
Yu Xiaogang suddenly stood up, his face instantly turning grim. His clenched fist trembled slightly, his knuckles turning white from the force.
In his mind, if Chu Xinghe had accepted his guidance back then, he would now be the best example to prove the correctness of his theory.
However, this student whom he once looked down upon not only rejected his teachings but also surpassed his most prized disciple, Tang San, at an astonishing speed.
Flander and Liu Erlong exchanged a serious look.
As the dean, Flander immediately made a decision: "Let's go take a look."
The three walked quickly toward the training ground, and the trainees they encountered along the way respectfully made way for them.
These young Soul Masters wore expressions of curiosity and anticipation, clearly showing their keen interest in the upcoming duel.
Yu Xiaogang walked at the back, staring ahead with a gloomy look in his eyes.
He recalled the work-study student he had once deemed to have no future at Notting College, who had now grown to the point where they needed to pay such attention to him.
Led by Flander, a large group of teachers and students from Shrek Academy arrived at the training ground.
In the center of the training field, Chu Xinghe stood with his hands behind his back, his tall figure casting a long shadow in the sunlight.
"Zhao Wuji." Chu Xinghe's voice was calm yet powerful. "Today, I will seek justice for Teacher Zhan Tiankuang for the soul ring that you stole from him back then."
Zhao Wuji was taken aback at first, then burst into laughter, his deep voice echoing across the training ground: "Kid, you think you can challenge a Soul Saint just because you won the championship of the Advanced Academy Elite Tournament?"
He shook his head dismissively. "Young people don't know their own limitations."
A sinister glint flashed in Yu Xiaogang's eyes as he stood on the sidelines. He quietly gave Zhao Wuji a wink and said in a low voice, "Old Zhao, since he took the initiative to challenge us, then... don't hold back."
He made a cryptic gesture, "He'd better remember this lesson forever."
Zhao Wuji nodded in understanding and strode towards the center of the arena.
With a low roar, his martial spirit, the Mighty Vajra Bear, instantly possessed him, and seven spirit rings rose in sequence: yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black.
The powerful fluctuations of soul power caused the surrounding students to involuntarily take a few steps back.
"Kid, it's not too late to admit defeat now." Zhao Wuji grinned, revealing his gleaming white teeth.
Chu Xinghe did not answer, but slowly raised his right hand.
With a dragon's roar, his martial soul Tyrannosaurus Beast completed its possession, and six soul rings appeared one after another: yellow, yellow, purple, black, black, black.
The most eye-catching feature was the three jet-black ten-thousand-year soul rings, which exuded a chilling aura.
"What?!"
"Three ten-thousand-year spirit rings!"
"In just six months, he actually broke through to the Soul Emperor level!"
The onlookers gasped in surprise.
Even the usually composed Flander couldn't help but gasp, his eyes widening behind his glasses.
Zhao Wuji's smile froze instantly, replaced by an unprecedented solemnity. He stared intently at the three black spirit rings on Chu Xinghe's body, his heart churning with turmoil.
As a Soul Saint, he understood what this meant better than anyone else.
This young man's talent has exceeded the scope of what can be explained by common sense.
"Interesting." Zhao Wuji put away his disdain and tensed all his muscles. "Looks like I can stretch my muscles properly today."
Chu Xinghe slightly bent his knees, assuming a fighting stance: "Please instruct me."
Yu Xiaogang's expression was unpredictable on the sidelines, his fingernails digging deeply into his palms.
He simply couldn't understand how this work-study student, whom he had once deemed to have no future, could reach such heights in just a few years.
What he found even more unacceptable was that Chu Xinghe's strength had far surpassed that of his most prized disciple, Tang San.
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Battle with Zao Wou-Ki
Chapter 183 Battle against Zhao Wuji
The battle between Chu Xinghe and Zhao Wuji has officially begun.
On the training field, two figures collided repeatedly at an astonishing speed, their fists and feet exploding with deafening roars.
To the astonishment of all onlookers, in this pure physical contest, Chu Xinghe completely suppressed Zhao Wuji, a level 76 Soul Saint.
"Bang!"
Chu Xinghe delivered a powerful whip kick to Zhao Wuji's waist, the force of which sent the famously defensive Immovable King staggering back seven steps before regaining his footing.
A flicker of pain crossed Zhao Wuji's face, his eyes filled with disbelief.
He could clearly feel that the power contained in each of Chu Xinghe's attacks was comparable to that of a Soul Saint. What was even more terrifying was the scorching dragon flame, which burned his soul power with each contact.
"This is impossible..." Yu Xiaogang clenched his fists tightly, his face filled with shock.
As a master of theory, he understood the gap between a Soul Emperor and a Soul Saint better than anyone else.
His gaze was fixed on the three jet-black ten-thousand-year spirit rings on Chu Xinghe's body, especially the deep, ink-like color of the sixth spirit ring, which made his heart pound wildly: "That sixth spirit ring... is probably over fifty thousand years old! This completely violates the common sense of the spirit master world!"
On the field, Zhao Wuji was breathing heavily, and large beads of sweat rolled down his cheeks.
He finally realized that if things continued like this, he might lose to a Soul Emperor in front of everyone.
This thought made him completely abandon his pride as a Soul Saint, and a ruthless glint flashed in his eyes.
"Second Soul Skill, Mighty Vajra Palm!" Zhao Wuji roared, and his second soul ring suddenly lit up.
His two thick bear paws instantly swelled up, their surfaces gleaming with a metallic sheen, and slammed towards Chu Xinghe with a violent surge of soul power.
At the same time, the third spirit ring lit up: "Gravity Enhancement!"
The ground of the entire training field sank three inches instantly, and the air seemed to freeze.
The low-level Soul Masters watching suddenly felt short of breath, and some even knelt down.
However, Chu Xinghe merely raised an eyebrow slightly, and a pair of dragon wings made of pure flames suddenly unfurled behind him. Each feather was burning with golden-red flames, and with a gentle flap, he took off into the air, completely ignoring the effects of gravity.
"Flight ability?!"
"This is impossible! How could a Soul Emperor possess the ability to fly?"
"Even with a Beast Martial Soul, one can only fly briefly after reaching the Soul Saint level!"
A gasp erupted from the crowd, and even Flander and Liu Erlong showed expressions of shock.
In mid-air, Chu Xinghe's eyes flashed with golden light, and his first spirit ring suddenly lit up: "First spirit skill, Crimson Flame Dragon Claw!"
His right hand was instantly engulfed in golden-red flames, transforming into a ferocious dragon claw the size of a millstone, its tip crackling with terrifying flames as it swooped down with scorching heat.
A fierce glint flashed in Zhao Wuji's eyes as he crossed his hands in front of his chest.
However, the moment the burning dragon claw collided with his mighty Vajra Palm, the air was filled with the sizzling sound of roasting meat.
Zhao Wuji's expression changed drastically. He hurriedly withdrew his palm and retreated. Looking down, he saw that his bear paw, which was known as invulnerable to swords and spears, had been roasted black and was emitting a meaty aroma. The intense pain made his forehead instantly covered with cold sweat.
"What terrifying flames…" Zhao Wuji's voice was hoarse, and a sense of fear finally rose in his heart.
He then realized that the young man in front of him not only possessed power comparable to a Soul Saint, but his strange dragon flames could also directly burn soul power, completely suppressing his defense.
What's even more frightening is that Chu Xinghe has not used his fifth or sixth soul skills yet, which means he may still have some strength left.
Yu Xiaogang's face was terribly gloomy on the sidelines. He stared intently at Chu Xinghe in the air, his heart churning with indescribable jealousy and resentment.
This work-study student, whom he once deemed to have no future, has now displayed strength that has completely overturned the common sense of the Soul Master world.
With three ten-thousand-year soul rings, the Soul Emperor gained the ability to fly and a special flame capable of burning soul power... each of which was beyond the scope of his theory.
The atmosphere on the training field was so heavy it was almost suffocating.
Zhao Wuji's eyes were bloodshot and veins were bulging on his forehead; he was clearly enraged.
He suddenly threw his head back and let out a deafening roar, and his seventh spirit ring suddenly burst forth with a dazzling black light.
"Seventh Soul Skill, Martial Soul True Body!"
With a deafening roar, Zhao Wuji's body rapidly expanded, transforming in the blink of an eye into a giant, five-meter-tall bear.
Its brown fur stood on end, gleaming with a metallic sheen, and its thick limbs possessed the power to split mountains and shatter rocks.
Faced with this terrifying behemoth, Chu Xinghe merely gave a cold laugh.
His fifth spirit ring glowed with a deep black light: "Fifth Spirit Skill, Tyrannosaurus Charge!"
With a dragon's roar that shook the heavens, Chu Xinghe's body also began to swell.
Since breaking through to the Soul Emperor level, his Tyrannosaurus Beast form has grown from ten meters to twelve meters.
Its golden-red scales shimmered in the sunlight, its sharp claws flashed with a cold light, and its pair of fiery dragon wings spread out behind it, blotting out the sky.
A dragon and a bear, two enormous creatures, engaged in a primal hand-to-hand combat on the training field.
Each collision triggered an earthquake-like tremor, and the violent shockwaves made the bluestone pavement of the training ground vibrate and hum.
"boom!"
Zhao Wuji's bear paw slammed heavily onto Chu Xinghe's back, leaving several bloody marks on the dragon scales with its sharp claws.
However, before Zhao Wuji could even show his joy, the wounds healed at a speed visible to the naked eye. This was Chu Xinghe's special ability, "Undying Dragon Body".
"Damn it!" Zhao Wuji cursed under his breath and lunged forward again.
But as time went on, his attacks weakened, while Chu Xinghe's attacks remained as fierce as ever.
Three minutes later, the situation on the field was clear.
Zhao Wuji's transformed giant bear was covered in wounds, most of its brown fur was singed, and its right forelimb was burned to a bloody mess by the dragon flames.
In contrast, although Chu Xinghe also had some wounds on his scales, these injuries would heal in an instant thanks to the effects of his Undying Dragon Body.
Finally, Zhao Wuji could no longer hold on. His massive body swayed a few times before collapsing to the ground with a thud.
A flash of black light, and he was forced to deactivate his Martial Soul True Form. When he returned to human form, his face was deathly pale, and a trace of blood still clung to the corner of his mouth.
Seeing this, Chu Xinghe also withdrew his Martial Soul True Body and transformed back into human form, landing in front of Zhao Wuji.
His breathing was steady, as if the fierce battle just now was merely a warm-up.
"Are you admitting defeat?" Chu Xinghe asked condescendingly, his voice eerily calm.
Zhao Wuji struggled to raise his head, his eyes filled with resentment and humiliation.
But when he saw Chu Xinghe's cold, golden vertical pupils, he finally lowered his head: "I... admit defeat."
Chu Xinghe nodded slightly: "This battle is for my teacher, Zhan Tiankuang. The debt you owed him for stealing his soul ring back then is settled today." After saying that, he turned to leave.
"Wait!" Yu Xiaogang suddenly shouted, "Chu Xinghe, do you know that if you had accepted my guidance back then, your achievements would be far greater than this!"
Chu Xinghe paused, then sneered without turning his head, "Yu Xiaogang, you overestimate yourself."
Before he finished speaking, his figure had already disappeared at the end of the training field.
The Shrek members who remained in place looked at each other in disbelief. No one had expected that the mighty Immovable King Zhao Wuji would be defeated by a teenager.
Flander and Liu Erlong had complicated expressions, while Yu Xiaogang stared intently in the direction Chu Xinghe had left, his heart filled with endless regret.
"If only I had insisted on taking him as my disciple back then..." Yu Xiaogang muttered to himself, completely forgetting that back in Notting Academy, it was Chu Xinghe who rejected him without hesitation, not the other way around.
On the training field, only Zhao Wuji remained, slumped on the ground, looking at his trembling hands.
This battle not only caused him to lose face, but also made him truly realize what it means to be a formidable force among the younger generation.
The young man's silhouette was deeply imprinted in the hearts of everyone present.
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Obtain Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng
Chapter 184 Obtaining the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng
Inside the Duke of Xinghe's mansion, the lights were on.
As soon as Chu Xinghe stepped into the hall, Dugu Yan quickly came forward to greet him, her eyes full of concern.
"Was the trip successful?" she asked softly.
Chu Xinghe looked around at everyone, a slight smile playing on his lips: "The sixth soul ring has been successfully obtained. The 50,000-year-old Lava Dragon Lizard's soul power has reached level 62."
His tone was calm, as if he were talking about something trivial.
As for defeating Zhao Wuji, he never mentioned it, since such an opponent was not worth mentioning.
Ye Lingling stepped forward slowly and said softly, "Congratulations on Xinghe's progress in cultivation."
Zhu Zhuqing stood quietly to the side, a faint smile appearing on her cold and beautiful face: "Level 62, it seems I need to work even harder."
Dugu Bo stroked his beard and nodded: "A 50,000-year soul ring, looking across the continent, there is probably no one else who can achieve that at your age."
Chu Xinghe turned his gaze to Dugu Yan and said seriously, "Sister Yan, during this trip, I found a method that may help your martial soul evolve."
Dugu Yan's pupils contracted slightly, and a hint of anticipation flashed in her emerald green eyes.
Her Azure Flood Dragon Martial Soul was always just one step away from becoming a true dragon-type Martial Soul.
"Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng," Chu Xinghe said in a deep voice, "This item contains the bloodline of a true dragon, which is exactly what your martial soul needs."
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo immediately moved closer, his eyes gleaming: "Where is this item now? I'll go and fetch it right away!"
"It's in the hands of the Bai family of the Min clan in the Star Luo Empire," Chu Xinghe explained. "They were originally one of the four major clans affiliated with the Haotian Sect."
Upon hearing the name Haotian Sect, Dugu Yan frowned slightly: "Won't this provoke the Haotian Sect's hostility?"
"It's alright," Chu Xinghe said calmly. "Haotian Sect has been closed for many years and no longer cares about the affairs of the four major clans. The Min clan is now just a name in name only."
Dugu Bo laughed loudly: "So what if the Haotian Sect hasn't closed its doors? I've never failed to get what I wanted!"
Ye Lingling covered her mouth and chuckled, "Grandpa, the way you're saying you don't even respect Tang Hao."
"Hmph!" Dugu Bo's mustache twitched. "Tang Hao is..."
"Grandpa!" Dugu Yan hurriedly interrupted, shaking her head helplessly, and then looked at Chu Xinghe, "Are you sure this Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng can really help my Martial Soul evolve?"
Chu Xinghe nodded solemnly: "Ninety percent certain. The speed of the Non-Allergic Clan is astonishing; we need to plan carefully."
Zhu Zhuqing coldly replied, "When I was in Xingluo, I heard that the Bai family was indeed known for its speed. But in the face of absolute strength, speed is ultimately useless."
Dugu Bo patted Chu Xinghe on the shoulder: "I'll leave this matter to you. If you need my help, just say so."
The group began to discuss their plan to seize the immortal herb.
...
Half a month later, on the rugged mountain road, Dugu Yan looked at the distant, faintly visible fortified village and couldn't help but complain, "Why did the Bai family choose such a poor and remote place to settle down?"
Looking at the winding mountain road ahead, Chu Xinghe explained, "After the Bai family broke away from the Haotian Sect, they lost their backing. Although their Min clan has amazing speed, they lack sufficiently powerful attack methods, making it difficult for them to gain a foothold in the Soul Master world. In order to survive, they can only choose to settle in such a remote place."
Upon hearing this, a complex expression flashed in Dugu Bo's eyes: "Back then, the Bai family was one of the four single-attribute clans of the Haotian Sect, enjoying immense prestige. I never imagined they would fall to such a state..."
He sighed softly, his tone tinged with melancholy.
After turning a mountain ridge, a fortified village built against the mountain finally came into complete view before the three of them.
The gray-brown stone walls blend seamlessly with the mountainside, giving them an ancient and weathered appearance.
Just as they approached, a sharp whistle suddenly rang out from the high point of the fortress.
"Whoosh whoosh-"
The sound of air being torn apart rang out one after another, and in the blink of an eye, more than ten figures took off from the fortified village.
These Soul Masters all had pure white wings on their backs, and they surrounded the three of them with astonishing speed.
They held various weapons in their hands, watching the visitors warily.
Chu Xinghe glanced at Dugu Bo without changing his expression.
Dugu Bo understood, let out a cold snort, and suddenly a powerful surge of soul power erupted from his body.
"Buzz—"
Nine soul rings appeared in sequence: two yellow, two purple, and five black.
The pressure from the Title Douluo level instantly enveloped the entire area, causing the Bai family Soul Masters' expressions to change drastically. They all sheathed their weapons and respectfully bowed in the air.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!" The leading Soul Master's voice was filled with reverence.
Dugu Bo stood with his hands behind his back and said calmly, "I want to see your clan leader."
"Yes! Please wait a moment, Your Majesty!" The Soul Master immediately turned and flew towards the fortified village, his speed so fast that he left a trail of afterimages in the air.
Chu Xinghe looked at the Bai family soul masters who were still respectfully standing by and sighed inwardly: In this world where the strong are respected, the title of Douluo is the best passport.
He turned to Dugu Yan and whispered, "It seems we'll be able to see Chief Baihe soon."
Dugu Yan nodded, a hint of anticipation flashing in her eyes.
A moment later, in the reception room of Baijiabao, Bai He sat calmly in the main seat, but fine beads of sweat had already seeped from his forehead.
He cautiously sized up the three uninvited guests before him, especially the old man in green robes who exuded a terrifying aura.
"May I ask... are you from the Spirit Hall?" Bai He asked tentatively, his voice trembling involuntarily.
Dugu Bo snorted coldly: "I am Dugu Bo, and I have no connection with the Spirit Hall."
Upon hearing this answer, Baihe breathed a sigh of relief, and his tense shoulders relaxed.
Since the Clear Sky Sect closed its doors, these abandoned affiliated clans have been suppressed by the Spirit Hall at every turn. The once mighty Soul Douluo experts have been reduced to eking out a living in this desolate wilderness.
"So it's Lord Poison Douluo." Bai He bowed respectfully, but a hint of apprehension flashed in his eyes.
A titled Douluo known for his poison skills doesn't have a very good reputation in the Soul Master world.
Dugu Bo, too lazy to be polite, said bluntly, "I have come here today to ask for the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng from your Bai family."
Upon hearing this, Bai He's expression changed drastically, and his fingers unconsciously tightened their grip on the armrest of the seat.
This Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng is the last remaining treasure of the Bai family, a priceless heirloom passed down from their ancestors.
Seeing this, Chu Xinghe spoke up at the opportune moment: "Clan Chief Bai, there is no need to worry. We are willing to offer 100,000 gold soul coins to purchase this item."
"So you wanted to buy..." Bai He's tense expression eased slightly, but then she looked troubled again. "But this Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng is a family heirloom of my clan..."
Chu Xinghe sighed inwardly, realizing that it wouldn't be so easy to succeed.
Just as he was pondering a solution, Bai He suddenly changed the subject: "If... if it's 120,000 gold soul coins, then we can discuss it."
This turn of events almost made Chu Xinghe burst out laughing.
He suppressed a laugh and readily agreed, "120,000 it is."
Baihe was overjoyed that the other party agreed so readily.
You should know that in this remote and impoverished place, 120,000 gold soul coins are enough to cover the expenses of the entire clan for several years.
The transaction proceeded exceptionally smoothly.
Chu Xinghe took out twelve heavy money bags from his storage soul tool, while Bai He ordered someone to bring over an exquisite jade box.
Upon opening the box, a ginseng root, its entire body as translucent as blood jade, lay quietly inside, its tendrils winding and coiling like dragon whiskers, radiating a faint dragon's might.
"Great!" Bai He accepted the gold soul coin with a broad smile. "Young Master Chu is indeed decisive, unlike some people who always try to get something for nothing."
Chu Xinghe smiled without saying a word.
He's not like Tang San, who always tries to get something for nothing. Why make a big fuss when a problem can be solved with money?
Dugu Yan held the jade box, her eyes filled with joy.
With this Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng, her Azure Scale Flood Dragon Martial Soul finally has a chance to evolve into a true dragon-type Martial Soul.
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Green Phosphorus Dragon
Chapter 185 Azure Dragon
A few days later, at the Duke of Xinghe's mansion.
The atmosphere inside the meditation room was solemn and dignified.
Dugu Yan took a deep breath and slowly opened the exquisite jade box in front of her.
Inside the box lay a crystal blood dragon ginseng, its entire body as translucent as blood jade, its tendrils winding and coiling like dragon whiskers, radiating a faint dragon's might.
"I'm ready." Although Dugu Yan's voice was calm, her slightly trembling shoulders betrayed her inner tension.
Chu Xinghe and Dugu Bo exchanged a glance and tacitly took their positions.
Dugu Bo raised his hand and set up a green soul power barrier, which tightly enveloped the entire training room.
Chu Xinghe stood on the other side, his body faintly radiating dragon power, ready to deal with any unexpected events that might occur.
Dugu Yan sat cross-legged, her slender fingers gently stroking the surface of the crystal blood ginseng.
She suddenly opened her mouth and bit through the ginseng skin, and bright red juice immediately gushed into her throat.
In that instant, her pupils contracted sharply, and a complex expression of pain and shock appeared on her face.
But she didn't stop; instead, she forced herself to swallow the entire ginseng root bit by bit.
As she swallowed the last piece of ginseng, Dugu Yan's skin instantly turned bright red, as if it had been soaked in blood.
She arched her back in pain, veins bulging on her forehead, large beads of sweat rolling down her cheeks.
Even more astonishingly, wisps of blood-red mist began to rise from the pores of her body, and the temperature in the entire training room suddenly soared.
Dugu Bo clenched his fists nervously, but dared not make any rash moves.
As a master of poisons, he knew that this was the critical moment when the drug's effects would take hold, and any interference could have serious consequences.
Chu Xinghe stared intently at Dugu Yan, keenly sensing that two forces within her were clashing fiercely.
One is the true dragon power contained within the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng, and the other is the residual medicinal effect of the Acacia Heartbreak Red.
These two forces tore at each other, yet miraculously began to merge.
Time passed slowly in silence. Six hours later, Dugu Yan's pained expression gradually subsided, replaced by a mysterious demeanor.
Behind her, the phantom of the Azure Scaled Dragon slowly emerged, its originally serpentine body undergoing an astonishing transformation.
The dragon's head began to grow horns, four claws sprouted from its abdomen, and its scales became finer and harder, its entire body evolving into the form of a true dragon.
"The Martial Soul Evolution has begun," Chu Xinghe said softly, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
He could clearly feel that with each transformation of the Azure Flood Dragon's phantom, the soul power within Dugu Yan's body became more solid.
Tears welled up in Dugu Bo's eyes as he murmured, "My Dugu family is finally about to produce a true dragon."
Inside the cultivation room, the faint sound of a majestic dragon's roar could be heard.
The illusory image of the Azure Phosphorous Flood Dragon has completely transformed into a majestic Azure Phosphorous Dragon, with faint golden light flowing across its emerald green scales and boundless majesty in its eyes.
Dugu Yan, who was sitting cross-legged under the dragon's shadow, also opened her eyes at this moment.
Those were vertical pupils, as clear as jade, radiating a chilling dragon's might.
Inside the cultivation room, the phantom of the Azure Dragon gradually dissipated.
Dugu Yan's face was filled with undisguised joy, and she rushed into Chu Xinghe's arms in a flash.
"Xinghe!" she called out sweetly, leaving a warm kiss on Chu Xinghe's cheek.
Chu Xinghe naturally wrapped his arms around Dugu Yan's slender waist, feeling the faint fragrance emanating from the beauty in his arms, and his heart couldn't help but flutter.
He could clearly sense that after completing the evolution of her martial soul, Dugu Yan's entire demeanor had undergone a subtle change, gaining a touch of the majesty and nobility unique to the dragon race.
"Ahem!" Dugu Bo coughed heavily, pretending to be displeased as he stood aside.
Those sharp eyes stared intently at the two figures embracing, as if silently protesting the fact that they were being ignored.
Dugu Yan then seemed to wake from a dream, blushing as she broke free from Chu Xinghe's embrace.
But the excitement in her eyes didn't diminish at all: "Grandpa! My soul power has broken through to level sixty!"
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo's displeasure was immediately replaced by relief.
He stroked his beard and nodded: "Not bad, not bad. It seems that the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng lives up to its reputation."
As he spoke, he turned to Chu Xinghe, "Boy, you can stay in the Duke's mansion and continue your cultivation. I will personally take Yan Yan to hunt for her sixth soul ring."
Before Chu Xinghe could speak, Dugu Yan interrupted, "No! I want Xinghe to come with me!"
Her tone was unwavering, and her dragon eyes gleamed with a stubborn light.
Dugu Bo was so angry at his granddaughter's attitude that his beard bristled: "You little brat, you don't want your grandpa anymore now that you have a lover?"
"Grandpa!" Dugu Yan said coquettishly, two red clouds rising on her cheeks, "I just think Xinghe has a more comprehensive understanding of soul beasts..."
Chu Xinghe watched the grandfather and grandson bickering and couldn't help but chuckle.
He stepped forward and said gently, "Grandpa, how about this, the three of us go together. I also want to see the power of Sister Yan Yan's new martial soul."
Dugu Bo snorted, which was taken as tacit approval of the suggestion.
He turned and walked towards the door, muttering to himself, "These young people nowadays..."
Dugu Yan winked slyly at Chu Xinghe and quietly took his hand.
The two exchanged a smile and followed Dugu Bo out of the cultivation room.
...
The next day, before the morning mist had dissipated, Chu Xinghe and his two companions had already left the majestic city gates of Tiandou City.
As we moved further away from the city, the surrounding scenery gradually became lush and verdant.
As they stepped into the outer edge of Sunset Forest, they were greeted by an air filled with the fresh scent of earth and vegetation. The branches and leaves of the ancient trees rustled in the morning breeze, and occasionally, the calls of birds could be heard from afar.
"Yanyan, what are your plans regarding the time limit for your sixth soul ring?" Dugu Bo asked without turning his head as he used his soul power to disperse the thorns blocking his path.
A glint of excitement flashed in Dugu Yan's eyes: "Grandpa, I want to challenge a 40,000-year-old soul beast."
Her voice was firm and powerful; the confidence that came with the evolution of the Azure Dragon Martial Soul gave her the courage to pursue higher goals.
The three of them found an open space to rest for a while.
Dugu Bo took out a yellowed map from his storage soul tool and pointed to several marks on it, saying, "Deep in the Sunset Forest, there are several highly venomous soul beasts that fit the criteria. The Human-Faced Demon Spider, with 40,000 years of cultivation, is extremely venomous, while the Cave Demon Spider excels at stealth and ambush..."
After listening carefully, Chu Xinghe shook his head: "None of these are ideal."
He took out a notebook from his pocket, turned to a certain page and pointed it out to the two of them: "I saw a record in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's books that there is a poisonous pool deep in the Sunset Forest, where a poisonous abyss dragon with 40,000 years of cultivation dwells. This kind of soul beast not only has the bloodline of the dragon race, but its toxicity is also a perfect match for Sister Yan Yan's Azure Phosphorous Dragon Martial Soul."
Dugu Bo's eyes lit up: "Abyssal Poisonous Dragon? I've heard of it when I was young, but such a soul beast is extremely rare..."
"According to ancient texts, its venom can corrode soul power, its scales are as hard as iron, and most importantly, it contains a trace of poison dragon bloodline," Chu Xinghe continued to explain. "If we successfully absorb its soul ring, it will not only enhance Yanzi's venom strength, but may also grant her Azure Phosphorous Dragon Martial Soul new characteristics."
Dugu Bo pondered for a moment, then slowly nodded: "It is indeed a good choice. However..."
His expression turned serious. "We must first confirm the exact age of this venomous dragon. The difference in strength between a soul beast from the early 40,000s and one from 49,000s is not small."
Dugu Yan took Chu Xinghe's arm, her eyes full of anticipation: "With the two of you here, I'm not afraid of even a 49,000-year-old soul beast."
Chu Xinghe gently patted the back of her hand and turned to Dugu Bo: "Grandpa, why don't we go and explore the vicinity of the poison pool first, and then make a decision after confirming the age of the soul beast?"
"Okay, let's do it this way." Dugu Bo put away the map, stood up, and dusted off his robes. "Let's go, let's try to reach the outer edge of the poison pool before dark."
The three resumed their journey, heading deeper into the Sunset Forest.
As they ventured deeper into the forest, the surrounding vegetation grew increasingly dense, and a faint, fishy stench began to permeate the air.
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