The Great Thief of the Universe, Starting from Douluo

Chapter 36 Secret Exchange (6K Chapter)

A week later, Wuhun City.

The sky is clear and the wind is gentle and gentle.

In the library of the Spirit Hall's Advanced Soul Master Academy, Zhang San sat by the window, flipping through a soul beast illustration book. Meng Ji lazily lay on his lap, squinting his eyes and snoring.

The bright sunlight at noon shone obliquely on the parchment, and Zhang San felt comfortable as he smelled the faint fragrance of books.

After being busy for half a year, I suddenly felt like relaxing and didn't want to move anymore.

However, Zhang San did not dare to be lazy about this. The energy level of his soul power was too low and the nourishment to his body was limited.

If his body were allowed to grow naturally, even at the age of twelve or thirteen, his cultivation would probably not exceed that of a Soul King.

So in the next few years, he may have to devote most of his time to body training.

Before that, a suitable training ground needs to be built.

Two days ago, he went around the Pope's Palace and the junior, middle and advanced soul master academies in Wuhun City, but he couldn't find a decent physical training ground.

And what soul masters call physical training is just weighted running, a few soul fighting games, etc.

There was no other way, so Zhang San could only go to Bibi Dong and express his desire for a piece of land.

Bibi Dong agreed readily, directly allocated a piece of land to him, and invited several of the best Soul Emperor craftsmen in the temple to help him build the facilities he wanted.

There is just one small condition, which is that I hope this physical training ground can be used by several people of the golden generation together.

There was naturally no reason for Zhang San to refuse. It was nothing more than an obstacle course and some fitness equipment, something that could be seen at a glance. Although he looked down on Hu Liena, there was no need to make Bibi Dong unhappy because of such a small matter.

Dugu Bo and his companions were settled in the small courtyard next to Zhang San's house, but Dugu Yan seemed more interested in Zhang San's house. After asking Zhang San for a room, she took Ye Lingling to move into Zhang San's house.

Dugu Bo didn't seem to have any objection, with the corners of his mouth almost pulled to the back of his head. Naturally, Zhang San wouldn't have any objection either.

Just like he said, he is only six years old, what does he know? What can he do?
Even if something really happened, he could only be considered a victim at best...

Flipping through the soul beast atlas, Zhang San silently calculated the order in which to obtain the next soul rings.

At present, four of the five basic attributes of gold, wood, water, fire and earth have been gathered. Water immunity is included in ice immunity, which Zhang San has tried. The next soul ring is undoubtedly a gold soul ring.

The soul beast is naturally a gold-attribute speed-type soul beast, and it is best if it has both spiritual and stealth abilities.

"I have met His Highness!"

A figure quietly appeared beside Zhang San and bowed, "Your Holiness the Pope invites you."

"Well, I'm done."

Zhang San gently closed the book, stood up and headed for the Pope's Palace. On the way, Dugu Bo's figure quietly appeared behind him.

Compared to when we first met, Dugu Bo looked much better, and his originally dark green hair color gradually turned black. It looked like in about a week, the toxins in his body would be completely cleared.

In the original novel, Dugu Bo did not completely eradicate the poison in his body. According to Tang San, Dugu Bo's body had been contaminated by the poison for many years and he had long been accustomed to it. Cleaning it all out would be harmful to his body.

Of course this is pure bullshit, just listen to it.

Poison is poison, just like smoking. It doesn't make sense that once smokers get used to nicotine, it will be harmless to the body.

Just like a withdrawal reaction, suddenly clearing out the toxins in Dugu Bo's body will indeed have a negative impact, but it is only a temporary physical discomfort, which is better than the continuous toxic erosion.

Moreover, in the original novel, Dugu Bo didn't even get the roots or leaves of the magical grass, so naturally he would have adverse reactions. However, Zhang San had already prepared the ninth-grade purple ganoderma for him to strengthen his body and replenish his essence, so there was no need to worry about any adverse reactions.

The two of them walked all the way to the Pope's Palace. Bibi Dong was already waiting in the palace, sitting upright on the gorgeous high-backed chair that symbolized the Pope's status.

In front of him, three young figures were standing respectfully.

Leading the group was a beautiful blonde girl, Hu Liena, and beside her were two boys of similar age.

One of them was tall and handsome with short silver hair, while the other had red hair and eyes, a sturdy build. He leaned slightly to one side, his body unconsciously facing Hu Liena.

There is no doubt that one of them is Hu Liena's brother Xie Yue, and the other is Hu Liena's bootlicker Yan.

"Good morning, teacher!"

Zhang San came into the hall and bowed to Bibi Dong.

Hu Liena and the other two standing by twitched their eyes slightly when they heard this. Just like the ghost at the beginning, they exclaimed in their hearts, "Oh my god!" Zhang San's behavior was quite offensive.

Even Hu Liena, a direct disciple, has to kneel on one knee to greet outsiders when they are around.

"The mistress is here?"

Bibi Dong smiled slightly and said, "Let me introduce you to your senior sister Hu Liena. I'm sure you've already met her. These two are Xie Yue and Yan. They are your senior sister's brothers and classmates, and also form the golden generation of our Spirit Hall."

Zhang San tilted his head slightly and glanced at the three people: "Golden Generation?"

"Yes."

Bibi Dong nodded, her tone slightly proud: "Although they are not as good as a little freak like you, they are all geniuses who have reached the level of Great Soul Master at the age of ten."

"I see, genius..."

Zhang San chuckled lightly, remaining noncommittal. Although he didn't say much, anyone could clearly hear the hint of indifference in his laughter. "So the teacher asked me to come, but the training ground has already been built?"

As soon as the words fell, Yan, who had the worst temper among the three, glared at Zhang San, but considering that this was in front of the Pope, he did not dare to lose his temper.

Bibi Dong felt somewhat helpless upon hearing this. Although they had not been together for a long time, she had a general understanding of Zhang San's personality.

Talent and the like are meaningless in front of this kid.

Judging from the previous conversation between the two in the Star Dou Great Forest, Zhang San obviously values ​​character and wisdom more than talent.

"Yes, the training ground has been built."

Bibi Dong smiled and said, "But you are the one who designed all those fitness equipment. Don't forget what you promised the teacher. The physical training of these three people will be handed over to you."

As the Pope, she knows everything in Wuhun City except the Offering Hall.

Naturally, she also reviewed the design drawings that Zhang San asked the craftsmen to make.

Because they were all training equipment with simple structures, Bibi Dong figured out how to use them right away. She couldn't help but sigh that Zhang San's new brain was really good...

As the person who knows these training equipment best, Zhang San is naturally the most suitable person to help the three people with physical training.

"It's impossible."

Zhang San nodded happily. He would not go back on his word. "But I will only help them arrange the amount of training. As for whether they complete it or not, it all depends on their self-awareness."

“That’s another thing I’m going to say.”

Bibi Dongguaner smiled, feeling a little proud.

She had long guessed that Zhang San would have this reaction, so she had prepared in advance.

Turning to look at the three members of the Golden Generation, Bibi Dong's expression gradually became serious. "I haven't introduced you to you yet. Zhang San is my new disciple and Nana's junior fellow apprentice. He was born with full soul power and has now reached the level of Soul Venerable."

As soon as the words fell, the three of them were shocked, and a trace of shock flashed in their eyes.

Soul Lord?

Zhang San doesn't look very old. Xie Yue and Yan also learned some things about this new disciple from Hu Liena.

At the age of six, he was born with full soul power. He went out alone to gain experience right after obtaining the soul ring.

Originally, the three of them were just amazed at the boy's courage and insight, but they didn't expect that only half a year had passed and he had already become a Soul Master!

How do you practice this?
Six years old?

Soul Master!

What a strange combination...

"All your future physical training will be determined by Xiao San. During this period, you must obey his orders unconditionally."

Bibi Dong turned to look at Zhang San: "The three of them have recently taken whale glue, and their physical fitness has been significantly improved. You can just train them."

"it is good."

Zhang San nodded. Among these three people, one is a love-brained person and the other is a bootlicker. Bibi Dong's arrangement saved trouble.

"You guys go wait outside first, Xiao San stay for a while."

Bibi Dong said calmly, dismissing Hu Liena and the other two. Then she turned to look at Zhang San: "One more thing..."

"Teacher, do you want the magic grass?"

Zhang San raised his eyes slightly, and Bibi Dong's words were stuck in her throat.

Bibi Dong nodded slightly awkwardly, feeling a little embarrassed.

As a disciple, Zhang San has given her enough in return. Whether it is breaking the soul master's theory, the use of whale glue or the magic grass, they are all treasures that can enable a force to rise rapidly.

Bibi Dong also felt that her behavior of asking for the magic grass again was a bit greedy.

Zhang San was not in a hurry to refuse. He had already anticipated Bibi Dong's behavior.

"Who does the teacher want to use it for? Senior sister?"

"That's right..."

Bibi Dong nodded slightly, and her expression eased slightly when she saw that Zhang San had not misunderstood.

"Although Nana's talent isn't as good as yours, she's still exceptional. Her innate soul power is at level nine, and her martial soul is also very high quality. With the help of the immortal grass, she should be able to catch up to the cultivation speed of someone with full innate soul power..."

Zhang San nodded readily: "No problem, teacher, what is the attribute of Senior Sister's martial spirit?"

Bibi Dong was delighted and touched at the same time when she heard this.

She had previously learned from Yue Guan how precious the immortal grass was. Although one person could only consume one, its value was no less than that of a hundred thousand year soul bone!

As Zhang San's teacher, she naturally would not rob her disciple of his treasures. Originally, Bibi Dong was ready to do her a favor, but she never expected that Zhang San would agree so readily.

"Your senior sister's martial spirit is a demon fox, with dual attributes of spirit and fire."

Bibi Dong's tone was delighted, but Zhang San paused when he heard it, his face looking a little embarrassed.

"Spirit and fire attributes?"

"What's wrong, Xiaosan? Is there no suitable magical herb?"

Bibi Dong saw a strange look on Zhang San's face and asked hurriedly.

“Originally there was…”

Zhang San scratched his head awkwardly. "There's a magical herb called Wangchuanqiushuilu, which increases spiritual power. There's also a Liehuoxingjiaoshu, which can increase the temperature of flames, making the fire attribute even stronger."

"It's just that my martial soul's characteristics can produce an amplification effect under certain circumstances, so I refined that Fiery Apricot Tree by mixing it with another Ice-attributed Immortal Grass..."

"It's said that each person can only take one immortal herb in their lifetime, but the Ice and Fire Immortal Herbs can complement each other and help me temper my golden body. The Autumn Water Dew is just a supporting immortal herb. The medicinal effects of the three don't conflict, so I absorbed them all at once after making a plan..."

"That's it..."

Bibi Dong felt helpless when she heard this. She didn't expect that the two disciples needed the same magical herb.

"Then do you think this cockscomb sunflower is suitable for your senior sister?"

"Not suitable!"

Zhang San shook his head. "Although Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower can make the fire attribute martial spirit more pure, its medicinal effect is to nourish the pure yang. If Senior Sister takes it... she might become more manly."

"Ah, this..." Bibi Dong's heart trembled. After hearing what Zhang San said, she was a little afraid to eat it: "Then if I take it..."

"You're fine!"

Zhang San shook his head and said frankly, "The younger you are, the stronger the effect of the immortal herb. You have a high level of cultivation and are old, so it won't affect you at all."

"I see…"

Bibi Dong nodded in understanding, then waved with a smile: "Come here, Xiao San."

Zhang San looked at Bibi Dong's hand which was gradually tightening the scepter and shook his head silently.

"Humph!"

Seeing that Zhang San wasn't falling for it, Bibi Dong snorted coldly, her pretty face turning cold: "Hasn't anyone taught you not to casually discuss a girl's age?"

"Teacher, you know, I am an orphan..."

"Stop it!"

Bibi Dong sneered, "I believe what others say, but you, a little rascal, have been away for half a year and brought back two beautiful girls. Dugu Bo is almost done tattooing the words 'grandson-in-law' on your face! Do you think I'm a fool?"

Zhang San shrugged his shoulders, looking like a scumbag who said, "There's nothing I can do if you don't believe me." Bibi Dong was so angry that her chest was heaving.

After a long while, she sighed softly, "So, Nana really doesn't have this opportunity..."

"this…"

Zhang San also looked helpless: "I do have a few magical herbs here, but one is for avoiding poison, one is for increasing the poison's effectiveness, and the other one has very strict conditions for taking..."

Bibi Dong was puzzled: "Are the conditions harsh?"

"When picking the Acacia Heartbreak Red, one must think of the one they love and water it with their blood. If there is even a trace of distracting thoughts, they cannot be picked."

Zhang San shook his head. "It can enhance soul power and save lives at critical moments, but this flower seems to have some kind of curse. Anyone who consumes it will encounter life-threatening disasters."

"Oh? There's this magical herb?"

Bibi Dong suddenly became interested: "Can I let the teacher take a look?"

Zhang San did not refuse and took out the Acacia Heartbreak Red and handed it to Bibi Dong.

Bibi Dong took the Acacia Heartbreak Red and looked at the fairy grass in front of her. On the black stone, a delicate little white flower gently unfolded.

For some reason, the little white flower in front of her seemed to have some mysterious power, attracting her attention.

"Can I try?"

"As you please."

Zhang San made a gesture of invitation.

Bibi Dong recalled Yu Xiaogang's face, forced out a mouthful of blood, and gently sprayed it on the flower.

In an instant, she subconsciously recalled the experience in the secret room, the evil seed lurking in the Tiandou royal family, Yu Xiaogang's departing back, and the conversation with Zhang San in the Xingdou Great Forest.

"The theory of the weak is nothing but ridiculous wishful thinking..."

"Dragons, of course, eat meat!"

"Understand your own martial spirit, recognize your own mediocrity, learn to accept it and continue to strive..."

"Useless? It doesn't matter if you're weak, the key is that you don't have any responsibility, right?"

It was as if a heavy hammer hit my heart. With a soft "puff" sound, the flower swayed gently for a moment and then stopped, with no intention of falling at all.

Seeing this, a hint of bitterness flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes, and she returned the Acacia Heartbreak Red to Zhang San.

But before she could say anything, she saw Zhang San grab the black stone and shake it, shaking off the blood stains on the flowers.

Bibi Dong's eyes twitched, her pretty face turned slightly cold, and she hooked her finger at Zhang San.

Zhang San stepped forward doubtfully, only to see Bibi Dong suddenly reach out, grab his arm, pull him in front of her, and give that little boy a big kiss on the face!
"You little brat! How dare you disrespect your teacher!"

Bibi Dong pinched Zhang San's little face, looked at the confused Zhang San fiercely, and then burst out laughing.

"Don't worry, the teacher has no intention of taking anything from you."

"It's okay. I don't feel bad if you rob me."

Zhang San shook his head. There were not many people in this world who were qualified to use the magic herb. Without the inheritance of a divine position, it would be useless to use it. At most, he would only get a title.

As a thief, although he likes treasures, he is more just pursuing the excitement of stealing treasures. As long as he has enough conditions, he doesn't care much about these material things.

It's just like the monkey stealing the fairy peaches. After he had eaten all the peaches in the Peach Garden, why would he care about those few melons and dates?

"Teacher, do you have someone you like?"

Zhang San looked at Bibi Dong tentatively. He thought that he could bring up this topic by using the excuse of Acacia Heartbreak Red to test the other party's psychological defenses.

"Why do children ask so many questions?"

Bibi Dong looked at Zhang San with a frown: "What are you planning, you little rascal?"

"No, I'm just curious which guy is so lucky."

Zhang San shook his head: "I can feel that the teacher seems to be worried. Considering your behavior just now, it's not difficult to guess, but..."

Bibi Dong raised her eyebrows slightly: "Just what?"

"It just feels a bit strange. You are the Pope of the Spirit Hall and you are so beautiful. Whether it's strength or power, even the Emperor of the Empire would bow down to you..."

Zhang Sanyi spread his hands and said, "So, what is there in this world that you can't get over? What kind of person is it that you can't let go of?"

"You kid..."

Bibi Dong burst out laughing: "Do you want to enlighten the teacher?"

"You can't really call it enlightenment, right?"

Zhang San thought for a moment and said, "In many cases, those involved are often confused, while those on the sidelines can see things more clearly. Some things are not impossible to resolve, but simply difficult to understand."

"Those involved are confused, but those who are on the sidelines can see things more clearly..."

Bibi Dong murmured softly, and was silent for a long time before looking at Zhang San inquiringly: "Xiao San, are you really only six years old?"

Zhang San was shocked and looked at Bibi Dong in disbelief, with a hint of fear in his eyes.

Seeing Zhang San's reaction, Bibi Dong thought to herself, as expected, this kid really is...

"Teacher, what do you want to do?"

Seeing Zhang San silently tightening his cloak and looking at her like a pervert, Bibi Dong's eyes jumped again.

This kid really deserves a beating!

"Stinky boy!"

Rubbing Zhang San's hair fiercely, Bibi Dong cursed with a smile, raising her hand: "You actually joked with the teacher like this, you deserve a beating!"

Zhang San didn't hide either, and looked at Bibi Dong with a smile: "After the beating, will your mood improve?"

Hearing this, Bibi Dong paused again, and then her hand gently dropped and touched Zhang San's hair.

"Xiao San, do you want to know about the teacher?"

Bibi Dong looked at Zhang San jokingly: "Teacher can tell you, but Xiao San, you also have to exchange your own secret. How about it?"

"Um--"

Zhang San tilted his head and thought about it.

He knew all about Bibi Dong's little secrets. If they really exchanged secrets, he would be at a huge loss...

But judging from Bibi Dong's expression, she doesn't seem to be too angry, and she seems to have the idea of ​​taking the initiative to resolve her worries.

Exchanging secrets often means a deepening of the relationship between the two parties and that the other party is willing to enhance the emotional connection between them.

If I refuse, it will be difficult to establish a relationship with Bibi Dong later given her personality...

"All right!"

After thinking for a moment, Zhang San nodded heavily. "Then let's do it tonight. I'll tell you my biggest secret then, but you also have to tell me about your past, how about that?"

"OK…"

Bibi Dong chuckled and reached out to pinch Zhang San's cheek again: "But you little rascal, you won't lie to the teacher, will you?"

"will not."

Zhang San shook his head repeatedly: "Teacher, you are not allowed to lie!"

Bibi Dongguaner smiled: "Okay, it's a deal!"

As she watched Zhang San's figure disappear outside the palace gate, the smile on Bibi Dong's face became more genuine than before.

To be honest, Zhang San's quirky and humorous personality really made her feel at ease when getting along with him.

Of course, it may also be because she holds a high position and no one has dared to speak to her like this for a long time. Even Hu Liena, whom she raised herself, is mostly respectful to her. It is so novel that a guy like Zhang San suddenly appears.

The reason why she was willing to exchange secrets was that she felt that what Zhang San said made a lot of sense, that is, for people like her, there is nothing in the world that she cannot overcome, and there are people that she cannot let go of.

After being trapped in the secret room by Qianxunji, Bibi Dong went crazy.

Bibi Dong herself is well aware of this. It can even be said that she is very clear-headed and willing to be crazy.

Bibi Dong felt that she was crazy because of love, crazy because of Yu Xiaogang, and crazy because of her own miserable life.

But Zhang San's words suddenly made her doubt one thing, that is, whether it was worth it for her to go crazy?
Earlier in the Star Dou Great Forest, Zhang San had easily smashed the reputation of Yu Xiaogang's theory as invincible.

Broken naked and with nowhere to hide, she had no room to refute Zhang San's criticism. She could only open her eyes and see how vulnerable Yu Xiaogang's talent was! Her powerlessness was comparable to that of the current...

If it were another woman, she might go crazy defending the honor of the one she loves.

But the reason why Bibi Dong initially fell in love with Yu Xiaogang was because of his so-called talent!

Furthermore, they hadn't seen each other for years, and Bibi Dong had already adorned Yu Xiaogang with layers of glory in her heart. Among these glories, what she most believed in and admired was her talent and unyielding pride...

So what is this little jade anus without the halo of theory?
With only half-level innate soul power and being expelled from the family, he still acts like a genius... a great soul master?

This was something she realized belatedly after Zhang San went out for training. After realizing this, Bibi Dong felt inexplicably terrified.

I am afraid that I have wasted half my life because of a waste, or even a waste with ulterior motives.

I am afraid that the person I have loved for half my life is not worth a penny but just dirt!
If this is true, then what is the point of my past life?
Bibi Dong didn't want to face this fear, but once the thought came to her mind, it lingered in her mind like a demon, and she couldn't even hypnotize herself.

So when Zhang San mentioned this matter, she also made up her mind to take this opportunity to re-examine her past life.

Apart from that, I am curious about Zhang San.

This child would bring her surprises from time to time. Once or twice would be nothing, but the other party was like a treasure pot, as if his body was full of treasures.

This also completely aroused Bibi Dong's curiosity.

Thinking of the other party's undisguised inquiring look just now, as if to say "I just want to know about your past", Bibi Dong couldn't help but smile, and felt a little melancholy in her heart.

"I just hope... you don't look down on the teacher..."

　Failed to write 10,000 words, only 6,000, hahaha, I will continue the 10,000-word challenge tomorrow!
　　
　
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