The Great Thief of the Universe, Starting from Douluo

Chapter 22 Black Scale Armor and Red Flame Dragon Python
In the vast forest, Zhang San danced lightly on the branches of the forest with his graceful steps. Behind him, Meng Ji's figure was illusory, as if he was an immortal disciple traveling in the human world with a spirit beast, his whereabouts vague and carefree.

When he returned to the canyon, to Zhang San's surprise, Dugu Yan had already absorbed all the soul bones, and the grandfather and grandson were waiting for him.

"How did it absorb so quickly?"

Zhang San glanced at the sky and said, "I thought it would take at least three hours to absorb it all."

Dugu Bo said cheerfully, "I'm surprised too, but soul bones are about compatibility. I can only say that this soul bone is highly compatible with Yanyan, which is why it took less than two hours."

"Want to see the soul bone skills?"

Dugu Yan eagerly asked, "Guess what kind it is?"

"Defense-boosting armor technique."

Zhang San looked as if it was a matter of course. The soul bone had been identified by the system, and the soul skill was called Black Scale Armor.

The black-scaled anaconda is a non-venomous soul beast, but its physique is extremely strong. Its black scales are extremely hard, and its enhancement effects on physical fitness and defense are definitely the best among soul bones.

"You actually guessed it right..."

Dugu Yan muttered to herself, but was not too surprised. In her eyes, Zhang San was now close to being omniscient and omnipotent.

"Soul Bone Skill, Black Scale Armor!"

Dugu Yan let out a light cry, and as her soul power surged, a set of black armor made of sharp scales appeared on her body.

Her black hair was tied up with a black crown, and the pitch-black scales completely covered the plump areas between her chest and waist. She looked slender yet full, and full of royal aura.

"The ability is to condense soul power armor, which lasts for two hours. During this period, strength and defense will increase by 300%. How about it? Not bad, right?" Dugu Yan looked excited.

Zhang San also smiled when he heard this: "Very good."

Seeing Zhang San's expression of being unpredictable, Dugu Yan pouted and said, "Actually, you should have absorbed this soul bone yourself. Your martial soul is a cloak, which doesn't have many offensive means. This soul bone is just perfect for saving your life..."

Hearing this, Dugu Bo looked at his granddaughter with a strange expression.

OI! Wake up!
Your life was saved by others!

Zhang San just smiled when he heard this. From the moment Meng Ji awakened, no one in the world could kill him!

"Whether he can save his life or not, this kid is so slippery! Even I, your grandfather, can't do anything to him!"

Dugu Bo chuckled and jokingly said, "If Yanyan is really worried, then she should work hard to become stronger and protect me."

"I…"

Dugu Yan's cheeks turned red, and she was a little dissatisfied with Dugu Bo's matchmaking behavior.

I wanted to make some noise, but after thinking about it, I felt that it was not impossible.

After all, I've gained so many benefits from Zhang San, and this guy is also very cute. I'm a few years older, so it's okay for an older sister to protect her younger brother...

Thinking of this, Dugu Yan looked at Zhang San with a smile: "What did Xiao San say?"

"unnecessary."

"..."

Ahhh, you little bastard!

Not cute at all!
Dugu Yan's smile froze on her face. She turned around, her eyes twitching. In her mind, she wanted to grab a villain with the name Zhang San written on his face and beat him up madly!
"It's getting late."

Zhang San glanced at the setting sun and said, "Let's get the second ring as soon as possible."

"Second ring?"

Dugu Bo looked at his granddaughter: "Is Yanyan now...level 18?"

"The Eight-petaled Fairy Orchid brought a six-level soul power boost, and two levels of soul bones..."

Zhang San raised his hand and placed it on Dugu Yan's shoulder, transferring two levels of soul power to her. Dugu Yan hurriedly sat down cross-legged and quickly absorbed the soul power transferred by Zhang San.

Soon, her aura rose again and reached the level 20!

Dugu Bo was shocked when he saw this. Zhang San's method was a bit like those of the fallen soul masters.

But when he had previously interacted with this child, he had clearly sensed that his soul power was pure and powerful, without any impurities. This was also true for Dugu Yan. Remembering what Zhang San had said about the North Sea soul power, Dugu Bo's eyes flashed, and he instantly figured out the key.

He must keep this matter to himself, otherwise, a catastrophic disaster will surely await the grandfather and grandson!

Seeing Dugu Yan rushed to the level 20, Dugu Bo stepped forward and held her wrist to check. As expected, the rich and pure soul power was several times stronger than his original one.

Moreover, as the soul power circulated, the little soul power he used to explore was completely absorbed in an instant!
"You really gave Yanyan a great gift..."

Dugu Bo said this, shook his head and skipped the topic.

"Yanyan's second ring's endurance limit is about three thousand years. There's a volcanic crater not far from here, and there are traces of Red Flame Dragon Python nearby. If there's no problem, how about choosing this soul beast?"

"Red Flame Dragon Python, fire poison?"

"Not at all."

Dugu Bo shook his head. "The Red Flame Dragon Python and the Green Phosphorus Snake are both dragon species and have the potential to transform into dragons. You were right before. My martial spirit evolution is not complete, so I evolved into a Serpent King. But with Yanyan's all-round evolution of both her physique and venom, it is very likely that she will truly transform into a dragon."

"If Yanyan can absorb the blood of the Scarlet Flame Dragon Python, I believe the quality of her martial spirit will be able to improve even further."

"can."

Zhang San nodded. He also just knew that the Green Phosphorus Snake was a dragon species.

However, according to the way a snake turns into a dragon, it should turn into a python, then into a dragon, and then into a dragon.

And this is clearly the transformation method of an Eastern dragon, but Douluo are clearly all Western fantasy dragons...

Nothing seems wrong?

After all, whether it's an Eastern dragon or a Western dragon, they both play it very well...

Soon, the three of them arrived at the crater that Dugu Bo mentioned. After looking at the distance between the crater and the Yin-Yang Eye of Ice and Fire, Zhang San roughly understood the origin of the crater.

After searching for a long time nearby, Dugu Bo finally found a red flame dragon python that was about 2,700 years old.

The fiery red scales sparkle with colorful colors, and there are two sharp horns growing on the top of the head. At first glance, it really looks a bit like a dragon.

Dugu Yan raised his sword and slashed, and another soul ring was obtained.

The nearly three thousand year old spirit ring directly increased her spirit power by nearly three levels!

"Twenty-level!"

After absorbing the soul ring, Dugu Yan stood up, her eyes full of excitement.

"Thirteen years old, twenty-second grade..."

Zhang San shook his head and said it was still too slow.

The protagonists are basically all around 30 years old.

Dugu Yan's innate soul power is level seven, just like Zhu Zhuqing, she was already level twenty-five or twenty-six at the age of eleven...

It can only be said that under Dugu Bo's doting, Dugu Yan did waste a lot of time.

"Too slow. For the next few months, you will live with me in the Yin-Yang Eyes of Ice and Fire."

Zhang San said calmly, "For you who already possess the power of the Northern Ocean Soul, the ice and fire energies can help you refine your soul and physique, and also promote the absorption of the power of the immortal herbs. In three months, follow me back to the Spirit Hall!"

"what--?"

Dugu Yan's face, which was originally full of excitement, suddenly fell.

She didn't want to stay in such a deep forest, nor did she want to leave Tiandou City. If Zhang San hadn't said this, she would have lost her temper long ago.

After hesitating for a few seconds, Dugu Yan looked at Dugu Bo for help. Dugu Bo smiled awkwardly and avoided her gaze awkwardly.

I'm sorry, Yanyan!

Everything for becoming a god!
Thinking about the promise Zhang San made to him and Dugu Yan's obviously improved talent, Dugu Bo couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement in his heart.

Isn’t it just staying in the mountains for a few days?

Isn’t it just joining the Spirit Hall?
As long as I can become a god, let alone such a small matter, even if I sell my granddaughter's second half of her life to Zhang San...what would that matter?
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