Douluo Continent: Dragon's Journey Across the World

After seeing Shui Bing'er off, before Yang Ping'an could even leave the room, someone else came to visit, and they even came directly to the outside of the guest room on the top floor.

When Yang Ping'an saw the person who had arrived, his face darkened immediately, and he seemed completely unwilling to acknowledge him.

The newcomers were none other than Yu Xiaogang, along with Flander and Liu Erlong. Unexpectedly, the chubby Ma Hongjun and Dai Mubai were also present.

Yu Xiaogang looked much more dejected than he had five years ago, likely due to the annihilation of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex clan, as if he had aged ten years.

Even Liu Erlong, who is usually hot-tempered and straightforward, looked unusually melancholy, no longer displaying her usual sunny and confident expression.

Flander, on the other hand, still appeared very shrewd, and seemed much more magnanimous than before, probably because he had been the dean of the advanced soul master academy for several years and had a wider range of contacts.

Ma Hongjun looks much taller than he did back then, but he's also gotten fatter. Without the Rooster Crest Phoenix Sunflower, his potential has almost been halved. Coupled with the Evil Fire in his martial soul, it's no wonder he's at the bottom of the Shrek Seven.

Dai Mubai's expression was rather strange; he looked extremely indifferent, completely unlike his usual magnanimous self.

Flander spoke first: "Yang Ping'an, do you have time? We have something we'd like to discuss with you."

Yang Ping'an also gave him a cold look: "Dean Flander, I don't think we're that close."

Hearing Yang Ping'an's blunt words, even Flander, who was usually quite thick-skinned, felt a little embarrassed.

"Yang, if there is any misunderstanding between us, I am willing to explain. It will only take up a little of your time and should not affect your cultivation."

Yang Ping'an went back to his original seat and didn't say anything more, clearly not welcoming these people.

Flander, on the other hand, seemed used to big occasions and was no longer embarrassed. He led everyone to sit down in the room.

Yang Ping'an simply said, "Dean Flander, there's no need to waste everyone's time. Just say what you need to say."

Flander glanced at Yu Xiaogang and Ma Hongjun beside him, and finally said awkwardly, "Actually, our purpose at the front desk is quite simple. We just want to ask about martial spirits and cultivation. Yang, you have a very deep understanding of martial spirits, so you should be able to help us answer our questions."

Yang Ping'an couldn't help but chuckle: "Why should I help you answer your questions? This isn't Shrek Academy anymore; it's not like when Yu Luomian was here."

Upon hearing Yang Ping'an mention going to Yu Luomian, Liu Erlong seemed to show a hint of anger, while Flander looked somewhat embarrassed. However, Yu Xiaogang's expression remained unchanged.

Everyone still vividly remembers the situation when Yu Luomian sought out Yang Ping'an. It was absolutely bullying of the weak by the strong, and Flanders and his companions were witnesses, or even beneficiaries.

Flander quickly changed the subject: "Yang has improved tremendously in the past few years. I can't believe that he has reached this level in just five years."

Regardless, Flander was a master at the Soul Douluo level, and he could still sense Yang Ping'an's Soul Saint level aura. He was also very surprised by Yang Ping'an's growth over the past five years.

Yang Ping'an couldn't help but laugh: "I have to thank Dean Flander for this. If it weren't for your invitation back then, I wouldn't have hidden away to cultivate diligently, and I wouldn't have achieved what I have today."

A moment of silence fell over the scene, and even the most thick-skinned person couldn't bring themselves to say anything more.

After several minutes, Flander finally spoke: "Student Yang, you can make any requests you have. I am, after all, a Soul Master of the Soul Douluo level, and I promise to do my best to help you fulfill them."

A hint of coldness flashed in Yang Ping'an's eyes: "I appreciate Dean Flander's kindness, but there is something I really need you to resolve."

Flander quickly said, "Yang, please feel free to tell me what's wrong, and I'll do my best to help."

Yang Ping'an nodded: "It's good that you can do it. At least it will save me some trouble. But I also want to make it clear in advance that I may not be able to solve your problems."

Flanders nodded in agreement. Given their situation, no one could guarantee a complete solution.

Yang Ping'an paused for a moment before speaking: "Dean Flander, I would like you to pass on a message to Tang Hao. I would like to see him."

The group was taken aback when they heard Yang Ping'an's request; they hadn't expected him to make such a demand.

Flander quickly said, "Yang, I'm really sorry. Although I've met Tang Hao a few times, I can't find him, let alone pass on your message."

Yang Ping'an snorted coldly, "Let's not beat around the bush. You can't find Tang Hao, but Tang San will definitely find him. You can't possibly not even find Tang San, can you?"

Flander remained silent for a moment before speaking: "You should know Tang Hao's situation. If he shows himself, he will probably be besieged by the Spirit Hall."

Yang Ping'an waved his hand casually: "Don't worry about that. Since I've arranged to meet him, it's naturally just a matter between the two of us. I won't inform the Spirit Hall."

Flander nodded: "Okay, I can ask Tang San to pass on the message for you, but it will probably be a month later."

Yang Ping'an ignored Flander's words and looked at Yu Xiaogang beside him. Tang San and Flander had no relationship, so Yu Xiaogang was the only one who could really relay the message.

Yu Xiaogang remained silent for a while before nodding.

Yang Ping'an then revealed a slight smile: "You've all come with such fanfare, you must not be asking some simple questions, right? Just speak your mind."

Yu Xiaogang hesitated for a moment before speaking, "Yang Ping'an, why is it so difficult for me to improve after absorbing my third spirit ring, even though it's a dragon-attribute spirit ring?"

Yang Ping'an couldn't help but laugh: "Mr. Yu Xiaogang, are you mistaken about something? The evolution of a martial soul is not that simple. In addition to the martial soul's attributes needing to become stronger, one's own bloodline also needs to become stronger. I estimate that you used a lot of dragon-type soul beast blood from Luo Sanpao, but your body can't keep up. You can't achieve the function of the martial soul nourishing your body, so you will naturally fall into a bottleneck."

Yu Xiaogang quickly asked, "Then why were you able to evolve? All the spirit rings I absorbed were of the dragon attribute."

Yang Ping'an also shook his head: "For low-level Soul Masters, the power of Soul Rings is too limited. You have absorbed two hundred-year Soul Rings and one thousand-year Soul Ring. Even if it is a top-grade dragon, it is still not enough. I deliberately absorbed metal-attribute Soul Rings, and I absorbed them all beyond my level. Naturally, this can enhance the Soul Rings' ability to modify my bloodline. Besides, I have my own opportunities."

"And if I'm not mistaken, Luo Sanpao has probably become relatively violent and bloodthirsty since he devoured a large amount of flesh and blood. You and your martial soul don't understand each other at all, let alone understand Luo Sanpao's own preferences."

"Moreover, and most importantly, you are now over fifty years old and lack exercise. Your bloodline has begun to degenerate, and various functions have begun to decline significantly. It might even cause your martial spirit to degenerate as well."

As Yang Ping'an said, if a Soul Master cannot cultivate and train his body for a long time, his Soul Power will gradually decline as his body ages.

A hint of pain appeared on Yu Xiaogang's face: "Is there really no way for me to continue cultivating? Is Soul Master the pinnacle for me?"

Yang Ping'an wasn't afraid to discourage Yu Xiaogang: "It's not that bad. If your third soul ring absorbed a dragon-type soul beast with the devouring attribute, you might gain a devouring soul skill. In that case, Luo Sanpao would have reduced the impact of devouring flesh and blood on his body, and he might even be able to continue to improve. However, you have already missed the best opportunity."

Yu Xiaogang muttered to himself, seemingly a little bewildered: "Devouring dragon-type soul beasts, why didn't I think of that? Why didn't I think of that before?"

Liu Erlong quickly comforted him, "Xiaogang, this isn't your fault. You were just troubled by this problem back then."

Yu Xiaogang shook his head: "I call myself a master, but I can't believe I didn't even think of such a simple question."

At this point, Yu Xiaogang's eyes seemed to fill with anger: "Yang Ping'an, why didn't you mention this to me before I absorbed my third spirit ring?"

Yang Ping'an no longer cared about their attitudes: "Why should I help someone who is coercing me? Besides, aren't you supposed to be a great master? I thought you had thought of that, but it's a pity you didn't."

Seeing Yang Ping'an's indifferent words, Yu Xiaogang took a long time to calm himself down: "Since you've said it, you must have other ideas, right?"

Yang Pingan couldn't help but smile: "Actually, there are two other methods, but I don't know if they are suitable for you, or if you have the opportunity."

Yu Xiaogang quickly asked, "Is there any other way?"

Yang Ping'an feigned hesitation: "The method I suggested might be feasible, but it's quite difficult. I don't know if it would suit you?"

Yu Xiaogang nodded firmly, his eyes seemingly filled with determination.

Yang Ping'an took a sip of tea and paused to reflect: "Actually, in addition to dragon soul rings and flesh, dragon soul masters' blood also contains a large amount of dragon attributes. If Luo Sanpao could absorb some soul master blood, or even a soul master's martial soul, he might be able to evolve."

Flander suddenly interrupted Yang Ping'an: "That's enough, stop talking. Your method won't work, Xiao Gang. Don't be misled by him."

Yang Ping'an casually waved his hands: "I'm just talking about my thoughts on Soul Master cultivation. I haven't tried it myself. Of course, this method is relatively dangerous, so I suggest you don't implement it casually."

Before Flander could say anything, Yu Xiaogang continued, "Didn't you have another idea? What is it?"

Yang Ping'an didn't mind the seriousness of the matter: "Another method might be relatively simple. Your martial soul hasn't fully awakened because of the limitations of your meridians and bloodlines. If you can find a spiritual medicine that can unblock your meridians, it might allow your body to rise again. However, a spiritual medicine that can achieve this effect must be at least ten thousand years old. It depends on whether you can find one."

"However, I heard that the Min clan possesses a Crystal Jade Dragon Ginseng, worth a million gold soul coins. It is a top-grade dragon-attribute spiritual herb that should be effective for you."

Yu Xiaogang's eyes lit up immediately. Although Tang San's trip to Xingluo was top secret, he knew that Tang San wanted to establish the Tang Sect and win over the three major single-attribute families. Perhaps there was still some hope for the Crystal Jade Dragon Ginseng.

Everyone fell silent again after hearing Yang Ping'an's words, while Yu Xiaogang seemed to see a glimmer of hope.

Yang Ping'an smiled inwardly. The Crystal Jade Dragon Ginseng was indeed precious, but he wondered if Tang San would be willing to part with it.

In fact, Yang Ping'an only remembered the Crystal Jade Dragon Ginseng after hearing that Tang San had gone to Xingluo. After all, he had been reborn for more than 20 years and couldn't remember many things clearly.

Moreover, Yang Ping'an was in such a hurry to get to Tiandou City that he missed Tang San and many other things, and only now did he suddenly mention it.

Moreover, he has countless immortal herbs that can enhance soul power. If he weren't afraid that unstable strength would affect his future potential, he would have already consumed the Vajra Arhat Fruit.

Moreover, since eating the Golden Dragon Source Fruit, Yang Ping'an felt as if a golden dragon was swimming inside his body. He was not lacking in the attributes and bloodline of the dragon race. Although the ultimate gold seemed to have reached its end and there seemed to be no way forward, Yang Ping'an now had a higher pursuit.

After a long pause, Flander finally spoke: "Student Yang, we have another question for you. It concerns my student Ma Hongjun's martial soul. His martial soul is a fire phoenix, but he has been troubled by the evil fire within it. Do you have any way to suppress it?"

Yang Pingan shook his head: "It's a bit late now, but not too late."

"Judging from this student's attributes, he should be a top-grade fire attribute, but his body is very abnormal. He is much fatter than normal people. This is probably due to the impurities in his martial soul. He is somewhat similar to Mr. Yu Xiaogang, but the mutation is in a benign direction."

"If he chose the Phoenix bloodline for all his spirit rings, it might be able to make up for it, but now it's a bit difficult to deal with."

"Another point is that, due to the influence of the evil fire, he probably often goes to brothels to vent his frustrations. Although normal venting is a good thing and can even promote physical growth, excessive venting will damage one's vitality and spirit. He clearly started doing this at a very young age, and at an extremely high frequency, so his mind has begun to be gradually affected by the evil fire, and his future development will probably be very limited."

In fact, judging from Ma Hongjun's situation, he must have been an evil soul master in Douluo II, otherwise Ma Xiaotao wouldn't have had that kind of situation.

Yang Ping'an's seemingly nonchalant description of the whole process actually set up many traps for them.