Spring passed and autumn came, and in the blink of an eye, the zuzong had already spent nearly two months at the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.
During these two months, besides preparing medicinal ingredients for the old poison master, the zuzong spent his time cultivating beside the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.
It must be said that the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well truly lived up to its reputation as a place where the essence of heaven and earth gathered. The zu zong's martial soul was the Blue Silver Emperor, a plant-type martial soul; one day of cultivation here was equivalent to ten days of normal cultivation.
As for the immortal herbs, all those that reached the immortal grade were harvested and placed in the system's storage space. The zuzong also didn't let go of some good rare treasures.
[Ding, congratulations to the host for turning 13. The one-year period has expired. One more opportunity to steal has been added.]
Hearing the system notification in his mind, the zuzong slightly opened his eyes and stopped cultivating.
The zuzong sighed, "Thirteen years have passed since I arrived in this world? Although this place can accelerate my cultivation, I should be leaving soon, otherwise Xiao Wu will worry, and Zhu Qing should be arriving in Tian Dou City soon too."
Suddenly, the sounds of fighting came from afar, and the commotion was quite loud. The zuzong, who was several miles away, sensed it.
He was startled and used his Blue Silver Domain to investigate, instantly revealing a puzzled expression. "It seems someone is fighting Old Poison, and Old Poison is at a disadvantage. Who could it be? Could it be someone coming to rescue me? It seems that apart from Tang Ritian, I don't recognize any other Title Douluo. Oh well, let's go take a look! If things don't go well, I can always run away later."
As he spoke, the zuzong released the Eight Spider Lances, imbued with soul power, and sped away at high speed, heading straight for the battle.
Sunset Forest, ten miles away from Dugu Bo's cave.
At this moment, Dugu Bo was in a terrible state. In the past two months, following the zu's methods, he had forced some of the toxins into his soul bone and consumed a medicinal formula prepared with rare and precious herbs provided by the clan. This not only resolved the problem of toxin backlash but also significantly improved his strength, raising him from level 91 to level 92. Today was the day he was to fulfill his promise to the clan.
Unexpectedly, a formidable figure suddenly barged in and, without a word, gave him a sound beating.
This person was Jian Dao Chen Xin, the Guardian Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, an honorary elder of the Spirit Hall, a level 96 Power Attack Type Super Douluo, titled "Sword," with the Seven Kill Sword as his spirit. He was known as the strongest attacking Title Douluo and was inscribed on the Pope's decree as a representative of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Chen Xin adopted an arrogant demeanor, his voice sharp as a blade, "Will you talk or not?"
Dugu Bo wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, inwardly groaning, "I'll talk, what do I have to say? Just ask! You come here and immediately start beating me up. Does having a high soul power level mean you can do whatever you want? Is this how you bully people?"
Dugu Bo cupped his hands and said, "I wonder what Sword Douluo wants to know from me?"
Chen Xin sneered, "Stop pretending, you old poisoner. Where's that boy you captured? He has quite a connection with my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. If you know what's good for you, hand him over quickly."
Dugu Bo was stunned, very puzzled. Wasn't that kid supposed to have no background? He just came from a small village. When did he get involved with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School? Could it be that Ning Fengzhi also took a liking to that kid and wanted to take him as his son-in-law? Hmm! That's certainly possible.
Dugu Bo said, "Sword Douluo, that patriarch has been cultivating in my cave recently. I only discussed poisons with him and didn't harm him. I'll go and call him over now."
As he spoke, Dugu Bo flew towards the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well. This time, he'd met someone even more formidable.
Dugu Bo hadn't flown far when he encountered the patriarch who had rushed over.
Upon seeing the patriarch, Dugu Bo didn't say a word, picked him up, and—no, flew—brought him to Sword Douluo Chen Xin. Zu Zong was completely bewildered. The patriarch
landed, and before him stood an old man, dressed in an immaculate white robe, with white hair and beard, his long silver hair neatly combed back. His appearance was ancient and simple, his face as delicate as a baby's, his expression indifferent, his eyes seemingly oblivious to everything around him. He simply stood there quietly, without uttering a word. Yet, even just standing there, he exuded an aura of supreme authority over all things.
"What a proud and unyielding spirit!" the clan elder murmured.
While zuzong was scrutinizing the other man, Sword Douluo was also observing him. Even with his composure, a hint of surprise crept into his heart.
"He's about the same age as Rongrong, yet his soul power has already reached level forty. His aura is quite profound; it seems he's been breaking through for some time. Moreover, he seems to possess a sword intent. Could he also be a swordsman? Indeed, his talent is exceptional, and his appearance is quite worthy of Rongrong." The more Sword
Douluo looked, the more satisfied he became, resembling a grandfather looking at his granddaughter's future son-in-law.
Dugu Bo, standing nearby, noticed Sword Douluo's gaze and thought to himself, "Chen Xin's eyes are exactly the same as mine a while ago! If Yan Yan hadn't already been ruined by that brat Yu Tianheng, I wouldn't have given her to him today." The
zuzong cupped his hands and said, "May I ask what business you have with me, senior?"
Sword Douluo maintained his indifferent expression, coldly stating, "I am Chen Xin, the Guardian Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Rongrong said you were captured by the Old Poison Master and sent me to rescue you."
The zuzong nodded, thinking, "It seems Zhu Qing and the others have already arrived in Heaven Dou City. I didn't expect Miss Ning to be willing to return to the sect to seek help from Ning Fengzhi for my sake. This is quite unexpected. Regardless of Ning Fengzhi's motives, it seems I owe Ning Rongrong a favor."
The zuzong glanced at the disheveled Dugu Bo, who appeared to have been thoroughly beaten by Sword Douluo. He then said solemnly, "Senior Dugu, seeing my outstanding talent, decided to teach me some knowledge about poison martial souls. Due to time constraints, Rongrong may have misunderstood? I am grateful for the trouble this time, Senior Sword Douluo. I will definitely visit the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to express my gratitude in the future."
See? For this Old Poison Master, someone in our clan has shamelessly called Miss Ning Rongrong.
Hearing the zu zong's words, Dugu Bo, standing to the side, cast a grateful glance at him, a gesture that Chen Xin naturally noticed.
Chen Xin was too lazy to expose him; since this boy truly knew his little princess, he wouldn't interfere. He'd let the younger generation handle their own affairs.
"Since that's the case, then you're as good as dead."
As he spoke, Sword Douluo, stepping on the Seven Kill Sword, transformed into a streak of light and flew away, instantly becoming a tiny black dot and disappearing without a trace.
"Boy, why did you conceal this for me?" Dugu Bo looked at the zuzong.
Zu Zong shook his head. "We don't have any deep-seated hatred, and it's a mutually beneficial arrangement. I'll solve your poison backlash problem, and you promised to do three things for me. Besides, I don't want to get involved in those sect interests right now."
Dugu Bo laughed. "I think you've got too many romantic entanglements! I heard from Yan Yan that you have one in Soto City, one at the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy, and this young lady from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. You're quite the ladies' man!"
Zu Zong rolled his eyes at Dugu Bo. "What are you talking about! Let's not talk about that. Now it's time for you to do the second thing for me."