The Martial Soul Skeleton, in Douluo Continent's Bone-Changing Susanoo

Chapter 113 Dugu Bo and Tang Hao

As long as no one witnessed it, the deaths of the five burly men could only have been caused by the spirit beasts.

How could a mere four-ring Soul Master possibly have the strength to wipe out three Soul Kings and two Soul Emperors?

If she had the strength to fight beyond her level, coupled with the benefits of her Martial Soul Fusion Technique, Qian Renxue would definitely do everything in her power to protect herself.

Therefore, there is no need to worry about retaliation from Demon Bear Douluo.

Calmly walking out of the entrance to Death Valley, Xia Liang, with the Elder's Token in his possession, was not afraid of being searched or harassed by the Spirit Hall Soul Masters stationed there.

After leaving Death Valley, he took a carriage back to Tiandou City.

Having already found a Shadow Lord-type spirit beast and reached the level 50 bottleneck, the next step is to think about how to hunt down a Shadow Lord to obtain the fifth spirit ring.

Death Valley is the territory of the Spirit Hall. Having Qian Renxue ask either the Serpent Spear or the Porcupine to help would undoubtedly save a lot of trouble.

But in Qian Renxue's eyes, she was at most level 45 in soul power. If she knew that she was going to obtain her fifth soul ring, she would definitely ask why her soul power was increasing so quickly.

It certainly won't be said that the benefits come from absorbing multiple soul bones and devouring some undead.

Dugu Bo knew of the existence of the immortal herb. Last time, he even increased his soul power by one level because of the immortal herb, while Dugu Yan's soul power increased by four levels.

If Dugu Bo were to ask why his soul power had increased so quickly, he could simply use the immortal herbs as an excuse.

However, asking Dugu Bo, the Poison Douluo, to enter Death Valley to hunt soul beasts might attract the attention of the Spirit Hall.

Ten days later.

Outside Tiandou City, in the Sunset Forest.

The eye of ice and fire.

As soon as Xia Liang entered the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, his X-ray vision allowed him to spot Dugu Bo sitting cross-legged on the shore.

Unlike before, Dugu Bo's nose and face were swollen, and he looked like he had been beaten up, looking quite disheveled.

Logically speaking, having evolved the bloodline of the Earth Dragon, his strength should have reached a higher level. Furthermore, with the powerful defensive capabilities granted by the Earth Dragon's earth attribute, he shouldn't have been beaten so badly even when facing a level 95 Title Douluo.

"Senior, what happened to your injury?" Xia Liang asked, appearing instantly beside Dugu Bo.

Dugu Bo ended his meditation. He hadn't expected Xia Liang to suddenly return. If possible, he certainly didn't want anyone to see him looking like a pig's head after being beaten up.

"Senior, you didn't get into a fight with Chrysanthemum Douluo, did you?" Xia Liang pressed.

Dugu Bo shook his head and sighed, "My Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor has awakened its dragon bloodline and now possesses a domain. How could Chrysanthemum Pass possibly harm me so easily? The injuries on my body were inflicted by other Title Douluos."

"Let's heal our injuries first." Xia Liang took a green leaf from his magic pouch and handed it to Dugu Bo.

This is a rare and precious herb that rapidly heals injuries. It also has a refreshing and invigorating effect, making it perfect for those who have just finished an intense battle.

Taking the green leaf, Dugu Bo put it in his mouth and swallowed it. After several breaths, the bruises on his face disappeared completely, and the internal injuries gradually healed.

Taking a deep breath, Dugu Bo felt his mind clear, as if he had been reborn, and no longer felt any pain or torment.

Night, shrouded in a hazy mist.

The spring water of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang symbol reflects the light of the stars and moon in the sky.

Sitting cross-legged with Dugu Bo on the bank of the spring, Xia Liang asked curiously, "Senior, can you tell me now? Which Title Douluo did you provoke during this time?"

"It wasn't me who provoked him; he came to me." Dugu Bo recalled his experience last night.

Just as he returned to his residence to rest, he suddenly heard a voice calling him out.

How could a titled Douluo tolerate such provocation?

So Dugu Bo ran out and followed the source of the voice all the way to a desolate mountain.

Later, Dugu Bo discovered that the owner of the voice, whose face was hidden under the black cloak, was none other than Tang Hao, the Haotian Douluo who was famous throughout the continent.

"So you're saying your injuries were caused by Haotian Douluo?"

Xia Liang looked at Dugu Bo with suspicion, "I don't understand, how did you get involved with Haotian Douluo? Wasn't that powerful figure supposed to have gone into seclusion and disappeared long ago?"

"Sigh." Dugu Bo sighed dejectedly and said helplessly, "Didn't Yan Yan go to the Soto City Great Soul Arena with the academy's teachers for training a while ago? There, she brutally defeated a Blue Silver Grass Soul Master named Tang San."

"It is said that Tang San's flesh was corroded and ulcerated by the dragon's poison. Fortunately, Ye family girl's Nine-Star Begonia saved him in time, allowing him to escape death. However, due to the extreme power of the dragon's poison, Tang San's right hand is still severely injured and has not yet healed. He may suffer from sequelae in the future."

"That Tang San is the son of Haotian Douluo Tang Hao. His son was beaten, and he couldn't bully Yan Yan because he was younger. So he came to me."

About ten minutes later.

After listening to Dugu Bo's account, Xia Liang finally understood the ins and outs of the matter.

It is estimated that Tang Hao returned to the cave and found that the Blue Silver Emperor seedling and the Blue Silver Emperor's right leg bone were missing. With nowhere to be found, he could only return to Tang San and Xiao Wu's side.

Therefore, during the scene where the Royal Fighting Team and the Shrek Seven Devils were engaged in a team battle, Tang Hao was secretly monitoring Tang San and Xiao Wu.

During the battle, Tang Hao witnessed Tang San being brutally abused by Dugu Yan. His protective nature led him to rush to Tiandou City overnight to confront Dugu Bo and demand an explanation.

This kind of plot also appeared in the original novel. Zhao Wuji was brutally beaten by Tang Hao because he had abused Tang San.

"Tang Hao is indeed powerful. It seems that the rumors that he crushed several Title Douluo powerhouses amidst the siege of many Spirit Hall experts are true."

Dugu Bo said with lingering fear, "It's fortunate that Yan Yan didn't kill Tang San, otherwise not only her, but I would also have died at Tang Hao's hands."

"Back then, in the team battle, Yan Yan definitely knew what she was doing. As far as I know, Teacher Qin Ming and Shrek Academy, where Tang San was, had a relationship. The leaders of both sides knew each other, so it was impossible for them to let the other teammate kill them."

Xia Liang said thoughtfully, "With four rings against three rings, Yan Yan only needs to use half her strength to easily defeat Tang San. The reason she was so brutal to Tang San must be that during the Soul Battle, Tang San was provoked by something and started to use his deadly skills. Forced by circumstances, Yan Yan used her full strength to fight back, which is why she brutally defeated Tang San."

Dugu Bo sneered, "Even if what you say is true, Tang Hao doesn't care about any of that. He only knows that his son was severely injured, and he wants revenge. Otherwise, where would he put his reputation as the Haotian Douluo? On this continent, the strong are respected. I accepted being beaten; after all, my strength is inferior. It's a pity I don't know where their Haotian Sect has gone into seclusion, otherwise..."

At this point, the hint of malice in Dugu Bo's eyes disappeared, and he sighed helplessly again, "Forget it. Let's put this matter behind us. Anyway, Tang Hao won't make things difficult for Yan Yan anymore."

"Senior, can you bear this humiliation?" Xia Liang clenched his fist. "It's clearly his son's fault, yet we victims have to suffer along with him?"

"If you have the power, you can turn black into white. Kid, that's reality."

Dugu Bo shook his head bitterly, "Instead of making a big fuss, let's just let it go. I'll take the loss. Let's just let bygones be bygones regarding Yan Yan's brutality against Tang San."

"You're right. This world is ruled by fists."

Having experienced so much, Xia Liang had come to a profound understanding of this principle. "Senior, once I break through to level seventy and become a Soul Saint, I will avenge you!"

Hearing this, Dugu Bo smiled amusedly. "Boy, do you want to avenge me? Tang Hao is no ordinary Title Douluo. After last night's fierce battle, I discovered that Tang Hao also possesses a domain, and it's a domain filled with killing intent. Within that killing intent domain, my strength was suppressed, preventing me from using my full power. Not only that, I also discovered that he has at least four soul bones. Moreover, the quality and age of these soul bones are superior to my Medusa skull. With so many trump cards, it's no wonder he can fight so many Title Douluos who are above his level."

"Kid, once you become a Title Douluo, the two of us joining forces might have a chance to defeat Tang Hao. But if you're just a Soul Saint, you simply can't withstand a single blow from him."

"Senior, have you forgotten? With the help of the Fusion Ring, my Skeleton Martial Soul can perform a two-in-one fusion technique with Yan Yan's Martial Soul. Of course, it can also perform the same skill with your Martial Soul. Once I cultivate to the Soul Saint realm, I should be able to unleash a fusion technique with you. At that time, will we still be unable to defeat Tang Hao?"

At this point, a resolute look flashed in Xia Liang's eyes.

Dugu Bo was stunned for a moment, staring blankly at Xia Liang. "Judging from your tone, are you really planning to avenge me?"

"Of course. He bullied you. If someone can help you get revenge, then if it's not Yan Yan, it can only be me!"

After hearing this story, Dugu Bo was somewhat moved.

If it's not Yan Yan, then it can only be me.

In other words, besides his granddaughter, he has another close relative?

Seeing the determination in Xia Liang's eyes, Dugu Bo realized that the person he was having a heart-to-heart talk with was his future grandson-in-law.

Now this grandson-in-law suddenly says that once he has the power, he will vent his anger on me.

Even though it was just talk, Dugu Bo was already very moved.

He never heard his own son say such things to him, nor did he have any grandchildren. To hear them from his grandson-in-law now was enough for him to be content with his life.

He had people protecting him, and when he was bullied, there were people willing to stand up for him. This feeling of being moved was something Dugu Bo had never experienced before.

"Kid, you still haven't started calling me grandpa, have you?" Dugu Bo suddenly said. "If you don't call me grandpa soon, and I'm really killed by Tang Hao or that other powerful figure one day, you'll never hear it again in this lifetime."

Xia Liang smiled and said, "Senior, compared to Grandpa, 'Old Deng' is a more suitable title for you. It sounds more affectionate to me."

"You brat. Let's not talk about that anymore. Where have you been all this time?" Dugu Bo looked at Xia Liang and smiled. "Tell me, have you been bullied? Before you bully Tang Hao for me, I'll bully the people who bullied you for you first."

"Ever since I became sworn brothers with the Crown Prince, and with the Poison Douluo token you gave me, who would dare bully me?" Xia Liang said truthfully. "On this trip, I went to Death Valley. There, I found a suitable spirit beast to become my fifth spirit ring. Senior, would you be willing to help me hunt that spirit beast?"

"What? You've already reached level 50 in soul power?" Dugu Bo was somewhat surprised.

He had only learned a few months ago that Xia Liang was a Soul Master with a fourth soul ring after ten thousand years. So when he heard about the fifth soul ring, he didn't know whether to marvel at how fast time had passed or that the other party's cultivation speed was simply too astonishing.

"Yes. Death Valley is practically a natural training ground for my Skeleton Martial Soul. When I sparred with you before, I already had level 48 Soul Power. After more than a month of training in Death Valley, I quickly broke through the level 50 bottleneck. Actually, all these benefits are thanks to the Dark Immortal Herb I consumed. That's also why my Skeleton Martial Soul was able to awaken the Dark Attribute."

After listening to Xia Liang's words, Dugu Bo nodded in realization. No wonder the aura of the Skeleton Martial Soul had become so powerful; it turned out that it had eaten a fairy herb of the same attribute.

At this moment, Dugu Bo suddenly remembered, "Isn't Death Valley the territory of the Spirit Hall? Kid, how did you get in? And how did you come out unscathed?"

"How am I supposed to explain this to you?"

Xia Liang thought for a moment, then said somewhat evasively, "I applied for a warrant from the Spirit Hall's main hall. When I encountered Spirit Hall masters making things difficult for me in Death Valley, I just showed them the identity token you gave me. Those Spirit Hall masters backed down. Senior, it seems your name is quite intimidating. If you're busy, I'll find someone else."

"For me, besides Yan Yan, is there anything more important than helping you hunt for spirit rings?" Dugu Bo stood up, hands behind his back, and said calmly, "Boy, tell me. When do you want to set off to hunt spirit beasts?"

"We can set off now," Xia Liang suggested. "Senior, I've discovered that the core area of ​​Death Valley isn't guarded by any Spirit Hall Soul Masters. How about we fly? We could just crash down from the core area? That way, we won't let the Spirit Hall notice your presence. You're Poison Douluo; if you attract Chrysanthemum Douluo's attention, my existence will be exposed to the Spirit Hall."

After a moment's thought, Dugu Bo nodded. "Then let's go. I'll fly you there."

"Wait a minute. Let me plant a plant around here first."

As he spoke, Xia Liang took out the Blue Silver Emperor seedling from his Ruyi Treasure Pouch, walked to the junction of the Ice Spring and Fire Spring at the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, and planted the Blue Silver Emperor seedling in the ground.

"Is this plant also a kind of immortal herb?" Just as he asked this question, Dugu Bo's gaze suddenly turned to surprise as he looked at the Blue Silver Emperor seedling. "This is actually a 100,000-year-old soul beast?"

"Hmm. However, it only possesses the bloodline of a 100,000-year-old plant spirit beast. Its cultivation level hasn't actually reached 100,000 years."

Xia Liang stood up, brushed the dirt off his hands, and said, "I discovered that the ice and fire spiritual energy near the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well can make plants grow at several times the speed. Planting this plant with the bloodline of a 100,000-year-old soul beast here should accelerate its cultivation."

"Alright, senior, let's go to Death Valley. In a few years, after I break through to Soul Saint, I'll fight Tang Hao with you. I promise, I'll make him look even more pathetic than you did just now!"

"Kid, you make it sound so easy. Let's wait until you break through to Soul Saint. Let's go. I ventured into Death Valley when I was young; let's see if it's become any more dangerous."

As he spoke, Dugu Bo grabbed Xia Liang's shoulder with his right hand. Although he did not have the ability to fly, with the assistance of his Title Douluo-level soul power, he carried Xia Liang into the sky and headed towards Death Valley.

(End of this chapter)