Douluo Continent: Dragon's Journey Across the World

After returning to Tiandou City alone, Yang Ping'an stayed in a hotel by himself.

At this moment, Yang Ping'an did not cultivate, but took out the Vast Ocean Universe Cover and examined it carefully.

This Vast Ocean Universe Cover is a deep blue crystal that exudes a rich oceanic aura that is incredibly soothing to the senses. It is truly a rare and precious artifact.

Yang Ping'an stared blankly at the Vast Ocean Universe Cover. As far as he was concerned, his soul power had reached level 76. Although he could easily defeat Qian Renxue and even fight against experts who had barely entered the Title Douluo realm, there were not many ways to improve in the short term. Even if he cultivated in the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, the speed of soul power improvement would not be too fast.

As a Soul Saint, no matter how high one's talent is, on average one level or so per year, at most two levels. This is basically the basic level for all Soul Saints. Even if one improves by two and a half levels per year, that is already considered the absolute limit.

The reason he was able to level up by a full thirty levels in just five years was not only because of the powerful vitality he gained from the strange creatures in the Death Forest, but also because he had acquired four top-grade soul bones, not even counting the Golden Six Wings.

Yang Ping'an now feels that he has entered a period of slow progress in improving his soul power, and there is no way to improve it rapidly in the short term.

Especially after consuming the Golden Dragon Source Fruit, although his body was greatly improved and transformed, he was also unable to consume immortal herbs in the short term. After all, what is improved by external forces is ultimately not his own, which also thwarted Yang Ping'an's plan to consume the Vajra Arhat Fruit.

From any perspective, Seagod Island is definitely a treasure trove for training, especially the Seagod's Light and Tide Body Refinement, which are absolutely perfect for him. Yang Ping'an believes that after a few years of training, he can definitely quickly advance to the Title Douluo level, and may even obtain the God-given Soul Ring that he needs most.

Yang Ping'an was also conflicted about the next two soul rings for the Golden Dragon. Theoretically speaking, he no longer lacked dragon attributes. In fact, with the consumption of the Golden Dragon Source Fruit, his soul power seemed to have begun to evolve into dragon power. Moreover, he had already reached the extreme of the gold attribute, and it seemed very difficult to improve it further. If he could find two more gold attribute soul beasts of the 100,000-year level, he might have unexpected gains.

This is also one of the reasons why Yang Ping'an is not very interested in the Azure Bull Python. The Azure Bull Python is of the lightning and water attributes. Although it has the bloodline of the dragon race, it is not what Yang Ping'an needs right now, and it is not a pure dragon race either.

However, the Vast Ocean Universe Cover is of great importance, as it relates to the inheritance of the Sea God. It is obvious that I cannot obtain the Sea God's inheritance and cannot inherit the Sea God's position. If I send the Vast Ocean Universe Cover back to the Sea God Island, wouldn't it be easy to give it to the enemy?

However, Seagod Island happens to be the fastest way for Yang Ping'an to improve his soul power and strength, especially the body tempering method of the Tide Body Refinement, which he greatly envies.

Unfortunately, his God of Slaughter Domain has remained unchanged recently, seemingly failing to attract the attention of the God of Asura. It seems that the God of Death will only be able to truly enter the inheritance assessment after reaching the Title Douluo level.

Moreover, with Yang Ping'an's current strength, he is not capable of completely protecting the Vast Ocean Universe Cover. If the Sea God really exerts his power, wouldn't the Vast Ocean Universe Cover be taken away at any time?

Especially in the original novel, the Vast Ocean Universe Cover was of paramount importance to Tang San. Whether it was dealing with the Demonic Tiger Whale King or Bibi Dong's sneak attack when hunting the Titan Giant Ape and the Azure Bull Python, it would have been absolutely impossible without the Vast Ocean Universe Cover.

Just as Yang Ping'an was struggling with this decision, a golden light flashed in the room, and Chrysanthemum Douluo suddenly appeared.

Ju Douluo was also surprised when he saw Yang Ping'an and the Vast Ocean Universe Cover in his hand. He didn't expect that his disciple could already use the Vast Ocean Universe Cover, which he had studied for a long time without any effect.

Yang Ping'an didn't retract the Vast Ocean's Universe Cover, and quickly stood up: "Master, why are you here? Aren't you busy with matters concerning the Spirit Hall lately?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo shook his head: "The Spirit Hall matters are all minor these days. Since I reached level 97, there have been fewer and fewer related issues. After all, cultivation is the most important thing."

"Ping An, you acted a bit impulsively this time. Her Highness is, after all, the Grand High Priest's granddaughter, and she also has a connection with the Pope. If you offend her too much, you will cause yourself some trouble in the future."

"I've covered for you this time, but next time try not to target His Highness too much, or I won't be able to protect you then."

Yang Ping'an remained silent for a while before speaking: "Master, don't you think Qian Renxue's personality is a bit strange? She doesn't seem like a normal Soul Master at all."

Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded: "There is a little bit, but it's not too much. After all, she came to Heaven Dou City to infiltrate at a young age and has to face all kinds of situations. It's normal for her mentality to change."

"Moreover, Your Highness is of noble birth and is a favored daughter of heaven. Long-term lurking in the past will inevitably lead to a certain degree of suppression."

Yang Ping'an shook his head: "Master, I don't know why Qian Renxue would come to infiltrate the Heaven Dou Empire, or even why there would be such a plan. Although the Heaven Dou Empire has millions of troops, with Qian Renxue's talent, as the inheritor of the Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul, she should be the youngest Soul Emperor or even Soul Saint in history. Infiltrating is simply a waste of her talent."

"Moreover, I didn't use my full strength in today's battle at all, and even held back as much as possible. But Qian Renxue has soul power and domain, and even top-notch martial soul attributes, but her actual combat ability is worse than I imagined. It's almost like putting the cart before the horse."

"If the goal is simply to seize the Heaven Dou Empire's army, then such an infiltration only requires a little planning, and any high-level Soul Master who can hide should be able to do it."

Chrysanthemum Douluo fell silent upon hearing Yang Ping'an's words. As a top-tier Title Douluo, he naturally understood Qian Renxue's situation. In terms of talent and soul power, Qian Renxue was unparalleled in the world, but in terms of actual combat ability, she had never experienced real killing and was therefore lacking.

Moreover, Qian Renxue was extremely arrogant and underestimated Yang Ping'an. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been defeated in the final move without any power to resist.

At this moment, Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to have realized something: "Ping An, whether it was today's battle or those words afterwards, could it all have been intentional, just to provoke His Highness?"

Yang Ping'an nodded: "That's right. For the Spirit Hall, Qian Renxue is the real future. With her personality and behavior, she might bring you annihilation."

"By the way, Master, could you please tell Qian Renxue that in the current situation, she should either refrain from taking any action for the time being, or she should act decisively and eradicate the Tiandou royal family as soon as possible. If she hesitates, it will only lead to endless troubles."

"You should be aware that as time goes on, the two Title Douluos of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will gradually recover some of their strength. In addition, Tang San and the others will soon return from the Star Luo Empire. At that time, the Clear Sky Sect may intervene at any time, and the Spirit Hall will easily fall into a passive position in the Heaven Dou Empire."

Chrysanthemum Douluo understood the importance of these words, and his expression became serious.

However, Ju Douluo was also a little puzzled by Yang Ping'an's seemingly hesitant expression. After all, Yang Ping'an always held the belief that he didn't need to worry about anything in any aspect.

"Ping An, is something bothering you? Tell me about it, maybe I can give you some advice?"

Yang Ping'an glanced at the Vast Ocean Universe Cover in his hand: "Master, do you know what this thing is?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo also stared intently at the Vast Ocean Universe Cover: "I've also looked up some information recently. The Vast Ocean Universe Cover is a national treasure of the Heaven Dou Empire, but neither the history of the Spirit Hall nor the information of the Heaven Dou Empire contains any special descriptions of it. It's just a very good storage soul tool. Perhaps there are other mysteries, but that remains to be seen."

Yang Ping'an thought for a moment before speaking: "Master, this Vast Ocean Universe Cover is actually a divine artifact. When I injected my blood into it yesterday, it seemed to awaken it. A blue figure appeared inside, saying that as long as I send the Vast Ocean Universe Cover back to Sea God Island, it will grant me an opportunity."

Chrysanthemum Douluo was a little puzzled: "Since it's an opportunity, what are you hesitating for? I know a bit about Seagod Island. They worship the Seagod, which is contrary to the beliefs of our Spirit Hall. So we haven't had much contact over the years. However, we did fight a battle there back then, and our Spirit Hall suffered heavy losses, losing many Title Douluos."

"In terms of strength, Seagod Island is indeed like a devil. It should also have the inheritance of a god. Seagod Douluo Poseidon is even considered invincible on the sea. I have only heard about it occasionally. It seems to be related to a secret of the Spirit Hall."

At this point, Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed a little hesitant, but after thinking for a moment, he continued, "I don't know if it's because of the issue of the inheritance of the gods, or perhaps because of other conflicts. Back then, the Spirit Hall and Seagod Island had a great war, and the conflict between the two sides ran deep. If you go to Seagod Island, you should pay special attention to this."

Yang Ping'an pondered for a while: "Master, Seagod Island is of great importance, and it has conflicts with the Spirit Hall. Moreover, only by joining Seagod Island can we receive their opportunities. I'm afraid that if I go, I won't be able to come back."

Chrysanthemum Douluo couldn't help but chuckle: "Ping An, you're still too young. This opportunity wasn't given to you by those people on Seagod Island; it was bestowed upon you by the gods. In the eyes of the gods, any mortal is nothing but an ant. Just like how you value Tang San or the four families with a single attribute, in the eyes of top-tier Title Douluos like me and the Pope, it's not a big deal at all."

Yang Ping'an fell silent upon hearing this. It was precisely because of Chrysanthemum Douluo and Bibi Dong's contempt that the subsequent events occurred, leading to the destruction of the Spirit Hall. Of course, all of this was ultimately due to Tang San's extraordinary opportunities, especially the fact that the God of Asura disregarded his dignity and personally intervened. Otherwise, Tang San alone would not have been able to cause such a stir.

Yang Ping'an looked puzzled. "Master, do you mean I should go to Seagod Island?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo shook his head: "I can't give you advice on this kind of thing. Going there might not be an opportunity, but a disaster. You need to consider it yourself."

"But Ping An, I've always felt that there's something wrong with you. Although you cultivate very diligently, and your hatred for your parents does give you endless motivation, revenge is not the root of the problem. As time goes by, hatred will gradually fade away, but you seem to have gone down a wrong path."

Yang Ping'an quickly asked, "Master, did I do something wrong?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo couldn't help but sigh: "There's no right or wrong. You've always been trying to find ways to become stronger, but I can also see that you're very wary of Tang San and Tang Hao. Actually, you don't need to think like that at all."

"With your current strength, Tang Hao will definitely be no match for you in less than ten years, or even less than five years. You are too eager for revenge, and you may have really formed a mental demon in your heart, which is your current obsession."

"For Soul Master cultivation, having a bit of obsession might not be a bad thing, and could even be considered a benefit, but you've already become a demon."

Looking back on his past cultivation, Yang Ping'an realized that he had indeed been somewhat obsessed with Tang Hao, and especially with Tang San, he seemed to be too wary of him.

Chrysanthemum Douluo continued, "Ping An, do you know that although your martial uncle and I grew up together and even cultivated together from childhood, we were not friends before. On the contrary, we had a lot of hatred between us. But after so many years of cultivation and getting along, we have come to understand each other better and eventually became friends."

"Your development over the years has been very, very good, but you seem to underestimate the true hardship of Soul Master cultivation. Every Soul Master's cultivation is like climbing a ladder to heaven. Basically, you can say that you have to take one step at a time. There are no shortcuts. Especially after reaching the Title Douluo level, it takes several years or even decades to advance one level. Otherwise, all the Title Douluos in my Spirit Hall would not be stuck between level 92 and 93."

"Just like the Grand Elder and Tang Chen back then, they were natural enemies, but it was precisely because they fought many times and understood the pressure the other put on them that they were able to strive to improve to a higher level and eventually become the two great figures in the Soul Master world, and at the same time, they also became close friends."

Yang Ping'an had been training alone all along, and now he seemed to understand his path of cultivation. Perhaps he was really wrong. He had only ever thought about intercepting the enemy's resources and never thought about how to strengthen himself.

"Thank you for your guidance, Master. I understand what to do next."

Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded with a hint of relief.