Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends.

He absolutely could not tell Dugu Yan the truth, that he had gone to seize territory only to be beaten back and then poisoned with a new kind of poison.

Tell her that even he himself is in grave danger, and could be consumed by the toxins in his body at any moment? That would only plunge his precious granddaughter into unnecessary fear and worry.

"Really?" Dugu Yan looked at her grandfather's pale face and the bloodstains on his lips, her eyes filled with disbelief and heartache.

"But you look very unwell. Should we ask a soul healer to come and take a look?"

Chapter 71 Eva's Plan

"No need!" Dugu Bo immediately refused, his tone somewhat hurried, but then softened his voice.

"Silly child, what use are those healing Soul Masters to a Title Douluo's backlash from their soul power? Grandpa himself is a poison enthusiast... uh, it's best to heal myself. Listen to me, go back and rest, Grandpa will be fine after a rest."

He forced himself to raise his hand and gently patted Dugu Yan's head, trying to make his expression look more relaxed.

Dugu Yan bit her lip. She knew her grandfather had many secrets and that his old illness often flared up, but she had never seen him so weak.

But she could only obediently nod: "Then Grandpa, please rest well. If you need anything, please call Yanyan."

Watching his granddaughter turn back every few steps as she left the study with worry, Dugu Bo's feigned composure crumbled instantly, replaced by deep exhaustion, pain, and a hint of despair.

Gedo's unpredictable use of poison, his terrifying ability to mobilize the energy of the entire treasure land, and the mixed toxins that finally invaded his body, were like rotting insects, constantly eroding his already riddled body.

The backlash from the King of Phosphorus Venom has become even more intense and unpredictable due to the addition of this new venom.

The Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eyes were lost; the only place that could alleviate his pain had been occupied by a terrifying woman of unknown origin.

What will happen in the future? How much longer can he hold on? What will happen to Yan Yan in the future?

Endless gloom and gloom

……

Meanwhile, in a secret chamber of Eva's luxurious mansion within Tiandou City.

Lin Wanjing stood calmly in the center of the secret chamber, having just finished listening to the message from Ge Duo. His expression was calm as he looked at Eva, who was lounging on the soft couch, and said, "Ge Duo has successfully occupied the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eyes and repelled Dugu Bo. According to her, that old poisoner is already deeply poisoned, and with this new injury, he is at his last gasp."

Eva held a glass of blood-red liquor in her hand, gently swirling it. Upon hearing this, a playful smile curled her red lips.

"Oh? That old viper has finally met his end. What a pity about that treasure land. I was hoping to find a chance to get some rare herbs to try." Her tone sounded somewhat regretful, but her eyes gleamed with shrewd calculation.

Lin Wan didn't care about Eva's little scheme, after all, he considered Godot and Eva to be equals.

He continued, "Goddo is using the magical herbs there to concoct a special batch of potions that will be far more effective than ever before. She said you can exchange something with her."

"Ha, she's dreaming." Eva took a sip of her drink, her gaze shifting as it landed on Lin Wan.

"Speaking of which, you seemed to have mentioned before that in the original story, as long as you cured Dugu Bo's poison, you could gain his loyalty?"

"Not bad." Lin Wan nodded slightly, her words revealing a calm and composed demeanor that suggested she was in complete control.

"Dugu Bo is a man of both good and evil, but he values ​​promises and gratitude very much, and he especially loves his granddaughter Dugu Yan. If we can cure his deadly poison, it would be equivalent to saving his life and protecting his granddaughter's support. This favor is enough to make him work for us."

Eva's slender fingers tapped lightly on the edge of the bed, her eyes gleaming with increasing calculation.

"Although a Title Douluo-level fighter's individual combat strength isn't outstanding among his peers, his wide-range Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor Poison is a deadly weapon on the battlefield, especially against the army and low-level Soul Masters. It is indeed very valuable for our future cause."

She paused, her smile turning somewhat cold: "Killing him is the simplest way, but it would be a bit wasteful. Since all it takes is a little magic potion to get a useful and obedient snake, this deal seems very worthwhile no matter how you look at it."

……

Time slipped by quietly, and several days passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside the Dugu Manor, the situation was deteriorating day by day. The mixed toxins left behind by Ge Duo were extremely cunning and difficult to deal with, forming a strange balance with the Jade Phosphorus Serpent King Poison in Dugu Bo's body. They stimulated each other and eroded his body together.

Every time he used his soul power, Dugu Bo would feel excruciating pain, as if his bones were being scraped and his heart was being ripped out.

He tried various methods, even risking taking some potent drugs to fight poison with poison, but the effects were minimal, and he nearly lost his life several times.

Dugu Bo's complexion grew worse and worse, and his breathing became increasingly weak. He could only stay in the quiet room most of the time, struggling to stay afloat. Even Dugu Yan could clearly feel that her grandfather's physical condition was not as good as before, and she was worried all day long.

Just as Dugu Bo was exhausted and almost swallowed by despair, a very faint sound of something breaking through the air rang out outside his study window.

call out--

A small black dart was nailed to the pen holder on his desk, with a small roll of paper tied to its end.

Dugu Bo's pupils contracted. Someone had sneaked into his study without him noticing!

If the other party harbors malicious intent...

An alarm bell rang in his mind immediately. He forced himself to open the bottle, then turned and left, his mind reeling. He was stunned. He was still reeling.

He unfolded the scroll, which contained only a few words:

"To Mr. Dugu Bo:"

"I am deeply sympathetic to your suffering from this intractable poison. Fortunately, I have come across an ancient remedy that may alleviate or even cure your pain. If you are interested, you may come to my residence alone at Shenshi (3-5 PM) today for a private discussion. Location:..."

There was no name at the end, only a small and exquisite frost iris pattern stamp.

As Dugu Bo held the letter, his hand trembled slightly, not from fear, but from shock and disbelief.

His poisoning was his biggest secret, which he never revealed even to his closest granddaughter, Dugu Yan.

How did the person who delivered the letter know this? And how could they be so certain? They even claimed to have a solution?

Dugu Bo's first reaction was suspicion; he suspected it was a trap!

It was a trap set by the woman who had taken over his precious spot.

But he quickly dismissed the idea. If it were that woman who used poison, there would be no need for such a fuss; she was perfectly capable of taking advantage of his illness to kill him.

Moreover, he vaguely remembered the cool fragrance on the letter; it seemed to be something that had been presented to the palace from the north, and it was the favorite incense of the current mysterious queen.

Could it be her? What's her purpose?

Can she really find a way to solve the poison of the Jade Phosphorus Serpent King, which even she herself is helpless against?

Dugu Bo was filled with countless questions. Reason told him this was dangerous, likely a meticulously planned trap.

But deep down, his survival instinct prevented him from easily giving up this hope.

To go, or not to go?

Going there might mean facing unknown dangers.

If he doesn't go, he might never see another glimmer of hope and will only suffer the torment of pain as he slowly walks towards his demise, leaving Yan Yan all alone and helpless.

Dugu Bo gripped the letter tightly, his nails almost digging into his palms. He was breathing heavily, and the toxins in his body were stirring again due to his emotional agitation, bringing waves of excruciating pain.

Ultimately, the excruciating pain and his longing for his granddaughter overwhelmed everything.

Dugu Bo suddenly raised his head, a glint of mad gambling intent and determination flashing in his emerald green eyes.

"Is it Shenshi (3-5 PM)...?" His voice was hoarse.

"Very well! I'd like to see what tricks they have up their sleeves! Even if it's a den of dragons and tigers, I'll brave it for that sliver of hope!"

Dugu Bo carefully put the letter away, then began to regulate his breathing, trying to get himself into the best possible condition for the meeting at Shenshi (3-5 PM).

Whatever the outcome, he must be prepared.

Chapter 72 The Viper is in Hand

Meanwhile, in Eva's mansion, she was leisurely doing her makeup in front of the mirror.

"Is the potion ready?" she asked Lin Wan casually through the magic mirror.

“Ready, Sister Eva,” Lin Wan replied.

"It was developed based on the properties of the Azure Phosphorus Serpent King Poison passed down by Lady Godot, and improved with several neutralizing potions. Although it cannot cure the disease, it is enough to significantly alleviate his pain and prove our capabilities."

"Yes, that's enough." Eva smiled, her beauty radiant.

"Give him a taste of success first, let him see hope. Then he will naturally have to pay the corresponding price later."

……

Night falls and the city lights begin to twinkle.

A figure that blended almost seamlessly into the night, like a ghost, silently swept across the rooftops and finally landed outside Eva's heavily guarded mansion.

The newcomer was none other than Poison Douluo Dugu Bo.

He was still wearing his dark green robe, but his face looked much worse than before.

The mixed toxins left behind by Gedo continued to erode his soul power, exacerbating the backlash from the Azure Phosphorus Serpent King's poison.

The intense pain and the ever-growing threat of death eventually overwhelmed all his pride and doubts, driving him to this place.

He took a deep breath, forcefully suppressing the turmoil within his body. He glanced at the imposing mansion gate with a complex expression, but ultimately did not choose to announce his arrival. Instead, he moved like a wisp of smoke, bypassing the guards at the main gate and directly slipping into the mansion.

The magical alert within the mansion was instantly triggered, but the secret power guarding Eva in the shadows did not stop him. It simply watched the uninvited Title Douluo silently and guided him toward the main hall.

This was something Eva had instructed her to do long ago.

Dugu Bo was startled. It seemed that the other party had already anticipated his arrival. This feeling of being completely seen through made him very uncomfortable, but at the same time, he was even more convinced that the other party might really have something to rely on.

The main hall was brightly lit, but empty, filled with that familiar, cool fragrance.

"Since you've come, Mr. Dugu, why hide yourself? Please have a seat."

A languid yet alluring voice came from behind the side curtain.

Immediately afterwards, Eva walked out gracefully. Tonight she was wearing a dark purple dress, her long hair was casually draped over her shoulders, and her eyes were sparkling as she looked at the slightly embarrassed Dugu Bo with a half-smile.

Dugu Bo, feeling somewhat embarrassed, coughed and revealed himself, sitting down in a guest seat. He cut to the chase, saying, "Your Majesty, let's not beat around the bush. I've read your letter. You say you have a way to cure the toxins in my body?"

Eva gracefully sat down opposite him, her slender fingers toying with a crystal ball, a smile playing on her lips: "It seems that your stubbornness has flared up more fiercely than I expected. Otherwise, given your aloof nature, you probably wouldn't have set foot in my humble abode so late at night."

Dugu Bo's face darkened, but a sharp pain surged through his body, leaving him no room to refute. He could only groan, cold sweat beading on his forehead.

Seeing this, Eva stopped circling around and clapped her hands lightly.

A maid silently brought over a jade plate with two small jade bottles on it. One bottle was ice blue, emanating wisps of cold air; the other was emerald green, full of vitality.

"These two potions, the blue one is called Poison Coagulation Powder, which can temporarily freeze the new and old toxins raging in your body, greatly relieving the pain. The green one is called Vitality Dew, which can nourish your meridians and internal organs that have been eroded by toxins, strengthening your foundation and restoring your vitality. When used together, although they cannot immediately eradicate the toxins in your body, they are enough to restore most of your fighting strength and save your life, freeing you from the torment of day and night."

Dugu Bo's gaze was instantly drawn to the two jade bottles, and his breathing became heavy.

"What are the conditions?" Dugu Bo forcibly looked away and stared intently at Eva.

There's no such thing as a free lunch, especially not from a queen known for her cunning.

Eva parted her red lips slightly, her smile captivating yet sharp: "It's simple. I want you, Poison Douluo Dugu Bo, to pledge your allegiance to me from this day forward. When I need you, you will act for me. Of course, in return, I will not only give you these antidotes. Once I have everything prepared, I will concoct a complete magic potion for you and your granddaughter, Dugu Yan, that can truly neutralize the poison without damaging your cultivation foundation."

She paused, then emphasized, "Remember, it's a complete resolution, so you'll have no more worries, and your soul power level won't be affected in the slightest. What do you think of this deal?"

Upon hearing Eva's words, Dugu Bo's heart pounded violently.

Loyalty? He was used to being carefree throughout his life and never truly pledged allegiance to anyone.

But the conditions offered by the other party made it impossible for him to refuse.

Alleviating the pain, saving her life, and even completely resolving Yan Yan's martial soul's hidden dangers without damaging her foundation! This was almost everything he had ever dreamed of!

Resistance? Rejection?

He had no doubt that if he refused, the other party would not give him the medicine, and he would likely not survive the next attack of the poison.

Even if he survives, without the Ice and Fire Eyes, he will only be barely clinging to life and will eventually die a painful death, leaving Yan Yan all alone.

He had considered robbing them outright, but since the other party dared to let him come, they must have something to rely on.

Finally, Dugu Bo sighed heavily. He raised his head, his emerald eyes filled with a hint of humiliation, but even more so with a resigned determination.

"Alright! I agree! As long as the Queen can keep her promise and save my grandfather and me, my life will belong to you from now on!"

As he spoke, he prepared to kneel down on one knee to pay his respects. The dignity of a titled Douluo seemed less important in the face of the lives of his loved ones and his own.

Eva gently raised her hand, and a soft yet irresistible force supported Dugu Bo.

"Mr. Dugu, there's no need for this. Our relationship is one of cooperation, a transaction. I give you new life, and you repay me with loyalty. It's a win-win situation!"

She picked up the two bottles of potion and handed them to Dugu Bo: "This is the deposit. Sir, you can go back and try it out. As for the specific antidote, we still need to discuss it further. I need time to prepare some special materials."

Dugu Bo trembled as he took the two cold jade bottles, as if grasping at a lifeline.

He gave Eva a deep look and said in a deep voice, "Thank you, Madam! I will remember what happened today!"

Dugu Bo had considered that Eva and the witch who occupied his precious land were in cahoots, but what could he do if they were together?

She suffered so much just from one person occupying her precious space, let alone another one?