Chapter 56: The Vast Sea Cosmos Cover
Douluo: Dugu Bo's Life Simulator
No sooner had Dugu Bo left—
Than Emperor Xue Ye took out a box from his storage soul tool.
The box wasn't large. It shimmered with a faint blue hue, adorned with golden wave-like patterns, giving it an air of elegance and mystery.
After closing the doors and windows, Xue Ye slowly opened it.
The moment the lid lifted—
A brilliant radiance flooded the entire chamber.
Inside lay a strange object.
It was a translucent blue triangular crystal, about the size of a palm, as if carved from sapphire.
Soft blue light swirled within it, accompanied by faint ripples like flowing water.
These ripples didn't seem carved—
They looked alive.
Layer upon layer of blue light pulsed outward, filling the room with a gentle glow.
This was the Heaven Dou Empire's national treasure—
The Vast Sea Cosmos Cover.
Also known as the Heart of the Sea God, once part of the Sea God's Trident.
Holding it carefully in both hands, Xue Ye frowned slightly.
What exactly is this thing used for?
He didn't rush to pour soul power into it.
Instead, he observed it carefully.
But no matter how long he stared—
He found nothing unusual.
After a while, he finally infused a trace of soul power into it.
Yet—
It was like a stone sinking into the ocean.
The artifact merely flickered faintly before returning to normal.
No significant reaction at all.
Xue Ye grew more puzzled.
Why did Dugu Bo suddenly ask for this?
Does he know its true purpose?
This artifact had been passed down through generations of the royal family.
The only thing recorded—
Was that it was a treasure.
Nothing more.
Even its method of use was unknown.
As for using spiritual power?
He had tried that before.
The moment his spiritual power touched it—
A powerful rebound force struck him unconscious.
He had been out for an entire day before waking up.
Since then—
He never dared probe it again.
Knock knock knock—
A knock interrupted his thoughts.
"Brother, it's me."
Prince Xue Xing's voice came from outside.
Xue Ye sighed.
"Come in."
The moment Xue Xing entered, his gaze locked onto the artifact.
"Well? Did you discover anything?"
Xue Ye shook his head helplessly.
"No."
He knew it himself—
If it were that easy to understand, their ancestors would've figured it out long ago.
The fact that no one had discovered its secrets for generations likely meant—
Even if it was a treasure—
It wasn't meant for their family.
Xue Xing suggested,
"Then… why don't we just give it to Dugu Bo?"
"If he truly helps the Grand Consecrate break through to Titled Douluo, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will support us even more."
"And we'll gain greater influence."
As he spoke—
Xue Ye narrowed his eyes slightly.
Sometimes, he wondered—
Was his brother really foolish…
Or just pretending?
Xue Xing noticed the look and froze.
"Is something wrong, brother?"
Xue Ye sighed.
"No… your idea is good."
Looking at his brother's "earnest" expression—
He felt he might've overthought things.
Xue Xing brightened immediately.
"Really? You think so too?"
In truth—
He had his own difficulties.
Over the years, several princes had died one after another—
All strong contenders for the throne.
In the end, the crown prince position fell to the seemingly unremarkable Xue Qinghe.
Which made everything suspicious.
But—
There was no evidence.
And Xue Qinghe showed no flaws.
Thus, no one could accuse him.
Xue Beng was the last remaining prince besides Xue Qinghe.
To protect him—
Xue Xing had taught him to act like a useless playboy.
To make the disguise perfect—
He even acted foolish himself.
Xue Ye waved his hand tiredly.
"That's enough. Leave me. I'll think about it."
After Xue Xing left—
Xue Ye stared at his retreating figure, his expression complicated.
If even his brother could sense something was wrong—
How could he, as emperor, not notice?
But in his view—
It was better to pass the throne to someone ruthless enough to kill for it—
Than to a useless wastrel.
What he didn't know—
Was that Xue Qinghe wasn't even his son.
But Qian Renxue in disguise.
Meanwhile—
After leaving the palace, Dugu Bo didn't return directly to the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.
Instead, he went into Heaven Dou City.
His hidden weapons had been used up during his previous battle with Chrysanthemum Douluo.
So this time—
He planned to forge new ones.
As he walked through the city, he reflected on the day's events.
Not obtaining the Vast Sea Cosmos Cover was a pity.
He knew exactly what it was—
And how to use it.
With it—
One could essentially inherit the Sea God's divine position.
From his perspective—
Trading one Titled Douluo breakthrough for an artifact whose function Xue Ye didn't even understand—
Was more than fair.
To him—
Using an immortal herb in exchange for a godhood opportunity—
Was a massive profit.
A win-win deal.
Unfortunately—
Xue Ye sensed something was off and didn't agree immediately.
However—
He also didn't refuse.
If he failed to uncover its secret—
There was a high chance he would accept the deal.
After all—
The activation method required blood recognition and compatibility with the power of the sea.
Not something just anyone could achieve.
So Dugu Bo wasn't worried.
Sooner or later—
Xue Ye would come looking for him.