Douluo Continent: Dragon's Journey Across the World

Chapter 166 Plotting the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well

Chrysanthemum Douluo took the two immortal herbs from Yang Ping'an and went into a frenzy, stroking them gently as if he were looking at an unparalleled beauty.

He couldn't help but exclaim, "How is this possible? The Qiluo Tulip Fairy and the Eight-Petal Fairy Orchid! These are legendary fairy herbs. I've searched for most of my life and haven't found a single one!"

Seeing Chrysanthemum Douluo's frenzied state, Yang Ping'an was speechless. Would he really drive his master crazy because of these two immortal herbs? That would be a huge loss.

Ghost Douluo, on the other hand, seemed unfazed and sat alone to the side.

After a full half hour, Yang Ping'an couldn't stand Chrysanthemum Douluo's expression any longer and asked Ghost Douluo beside him, "Uncle-Master, is Master alright? He seems to have some minor mental issues."

Ghost Douluo simply took a sip of tea and said, "Aren't these all the good things you brought out? That's just how Old Chrysanthemum is; he easily goes crazy when he sees exotic flowers and rare herbs."

Chrysanthemum Douluo, who was standing to the side, actually recovered: "Old ghost, what do you know? These are peerless immortal treasures. These two immortal herbs are priceless and can even fundamentally change a Soul Master's cultivation aptitude."

"The Qiluo Tulip is known as the King of Immortal Herbs. It can distinguish the characteristics of all spiritual creatures in the world and command them. It possesses all abilities related to taste, and its fragrance can even change a person's aura."

"The Eight-Petaled Immortal Orchid is even more gentle and mellow in medicinal properties, easy to absorb, can strengthen the body's foundation and remove impurities, and can also greatly improve the cultivation speed of a Soul Master, with a long-lasting effect."

Ghost Douluo, who had initially shown a hint of disdain, now became extremely serious. He had a close relationship with Chrysanthemum Douluo and respected Chrysanthemum Douluo's knowledge of immortal herbs. Seeing Chrysanthemum Douluo's frenzied state, he began to understand the value of these two immortal herbs.

Chrysanthemum Douluo recovered at this time: "Ping An, where did you get these two immortal herbs? Based on my careful observation just now, these two immortal herbs are estimated to have grown for tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of years. Even in the Star Dou Great Forest, they might not be found."

Yang Ping'an merely smiled and said, "Master, this wasn't found in the Star Dou Great Forest. There are countless soul beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest, and many of them like to devour various herbs. Unless it's in the true core area, it's very difficult to find a celestial herb of this level."

Chrysanthemum Douluo looked a little puzzled: "That doesn't make sense either. If there really are immortal herbs in the Star Dou Great Forest, they are probably in the Lake of Life. It is a remote place with a rich life force, which is very suitable for the growth of immortal herbs. But with your current strength, you shouldn't be able to enter the Lake of Life."

But then he seemed to realize something and quickly said, "Ping An, you're not saying that all these things come from Dugu Bo's herb garden, are you?"

Yang Ping'an nodded: "Master, I only sneaked into Dugu Bo's herb garden once. I found these two immortal herbs there."

Chrysanthemum Douluo once again showed a hint of doubt: "This doesn't make sense either. The old poison master has been troubled by the poison of his martial soul, and he has studied a lot of herbs over the years. If he really ate the Qiluo Tulip Immortal and the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, he wouldn't have been stuck at the level of a newly appointed Title Douluo for so many years."

Yang Ping'an couldn't help but smile: "Master, have you ever considered the possibility that Dugu Bo didn't know the value of these immortal herbs, so he didn't dare to take them rashly?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo suddenly looked enlightened: "That's right. Although that old guy Dugu Bo has studied poisonous herbs for so many years and even knows some spiritual herbs, there is no record of immortal herbs in the world. He probably really can't recognize them."

"By the way, Ping An, besides these two immortal herbs, have you found any other immortal herbs? Let me take a look."

Yang Ping'an was speechless for a moment. His master was really a flower fanatic. He would probably do anything for flowers and plants.

However, Yang Ping'an finally spoke up: "Master, I do have some good things, but the Qiluo Tulip Immortal Herb and the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid should be the most suitable for you and your uncle. With these two immortal herbs, you should be able to reach a higher level."

Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded: "That's right. My Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum is a top-grade plant martial soul, which is very suitable for the Qiluo Tulip Immortal. Old Ghost's martial soul, Ghostly Charm, still has some flaws. If he could take the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, he should be able to advance even further."

"But have you ever thought about what the value of these two immortal herbs is, especially this Qiluo Tulip Immortal Herb? If it were to do business with Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, it could probably buy half of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

Yang Ping'an couldn't help but chuckle: "Master, I'm not familiar with Ning Fengzhi, and besides, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is very powerful. If I rashly take out the immortal herb, I'm afraid I would have already become a ghost under the swords of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo."

Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded in agreement: "That's right. Although Ning Fengzhi is the sect leader, he's actually more like a businessman. If he doesn't want to give up half of his sect for such a top-grade immortal herb, he'll probably resort to extreme measures."

Yang Ping'an hesitated for a moment: "Master, if the Spirit Hall uses this Qiluo Tulip Immortal to win over the Treasure Glazed Tile School, do you think it's possible?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo sighed: "I don't know either. This Qiluo Tulip Immortal should be able to help Ning Fengzhi break through the limitations of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, and even cultivate a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. But for a businessman like him, the Heaven Dou Empire has given him enough benefits, so it's hard for him to side with us. Besides, the two families have been fighting for so many years, and the grudges are deep. I'm afraid he won't trust us."

Yang Ping'an nodded as well. Relatively speaking, veterans like Chrysanthemum Douluo in the world of soul masters understand Ning Fengzhi and his group's personalities better. It's likely that a single immortal herb won't be enough to make Ning Fengzhi abandon his sect's stance.

But he finally spoke up: "Master, these two immortal herbs are my offerings to you and my uncle. Could you find a way to recruit or eliminate Dugu Bo?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo looked at the immortal herb in his hand, thought carefully for a while, and then said: "Dugu Bo is, after all, a guest elder of the Heaven Dou Empire. If we kill him rashly, it may cause unnecessary trouble. Although Old Ghost and I can kill Dugu Bo, if he fights for his life, he may be able to escape."

"Ping An, Title Douluo are not so easy to kill. They have very strong experience and combat awareness. Besides, this matter is too big. I'd better consult His Holiness the Pope."

Yang Ping'an gritted his teeth: "Master, no matter what, I am determined to obtain Dugu Bo's herb garden. Could you invite other friendly experts to secretly ambush and kill Dugu Bo in Sunset Forest?"

Before becoming an apprentice of Chrysanthemum Douluo, Yang Ping'an did not want to antagonize either the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School or Dugu Bo, since they were both portrayed very well in the original work.

However, now that he has become Ju Douluo's disciple, it can be said that he has made his stance clear. It is best to deal with the hidden danger of Dugu Bo as soon as possible, otherwise there will be a lot of trouble in the future. Moreover, judging from Ju Douluo's description, Dugu Bo will definitely not change his stance. The Spirit Hall has tried to win him over many times before, but to no avail.

Chrysanthemum Douluo's expression also became extremely solemn. He did not expect that Yang Ping'an had such great intentions towards Dugu Bo, and even wanted to plot to kill a Title Douluo. You must know that Yang Ping'an is just an ordinary Soul Master.

In the end, Chrysanthemum Douluo still hesitated: "Ping An, is it worth it for you to do this for a medicinal herb garden?"

Yang Ping'an gritted his teeth and thought carefully for a while before speaking: "Master, Dugu Bo's herb garden is the legendary Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye, where immortal herbs can be nurtured, and it can also be the largest medicinal herb base in the entire Douluo Continent."

Chrysanthemum Douluo was immediately shocked: "How is this possible? How could a treasure land like the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye exist on the Douluo Continent? Even I have only found a few words about it in ancient books, and I thought it was impossible for such a place to exist."

Yang Ping'an shook his head: "I didn't expect to find the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire on Douluo Continent. When I first entered, I found that there were many immortal herbs inside, as well as two springs, one red and one blue, which contained endless ice and fire power. That's why these plants grew so fast."

Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to realize something: "No wonder. I didn't expect Dugu Bo to actually find the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well and even make it his medicine garden. I was wondering how Dugu Bo could break through to the Title Douluo level with the poison in his martial soul. It turns out he used the power of ice and fire from the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well."

Yang Ping'an didn't say anything more. Now it was up to Chrysanthemum Douluo to make a decision on whether or not to really try to seize the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

Chrysanthemum Douluo pondered for a long time before speaking: "The Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well is a treasure trove of medicinal herbs. If we can control the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, it can provide a continuous supply of medicinal herbs. It is worth it for our Spirit Hall to take action against Dugu Bo."

Yang Ping'an shook his head: "Master, you've got it wrong. This Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well isn't for the Spirit Hall. I wanted it myself. Of course, you can plant some medicinal herbs inside, but you absolutely can't let anyone else know, otherwise it won't be as beneficial to us."

Chrysanthemum Douluo's face showed a hint of surprise: "How can this be? After all, Old Ghost and I are elders of the Spirit Hall, and we cannot act arbitrarily."

Yang Ping'an's face showed a hint of amusement: "Master, everyone looks out for themselves. Whether the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well belongs to the three of us or to the entire Spirit Hall is a choice we have to make. Perhaps we can obtain endless treasures with the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well."

Chrysanthemum Douluo's face immediately showed some emotion. Although they were from the Spirit Hall, the difficult decision was whether to give the treasure to him or to the Spirit Hall. Even if he truly considered the Spirit Hall his home, he would not be willing to hand over the treasure to others.

Ghost Douluo remained completely silent throughout, as if none of this concerned him.

(End of this chapter)