Douluo Continent: Cultivating Qi and Immortals, Insidious to the Extreme

The group arrived at the hall together. As soon as they entered the room, Dugu Yan stared at Jiang Xia with longing in her eyes.

"Jiang Xia, Jiang Xia, where's the elixir? Quickly, take it out and let me see it."

"Is this another one of those Qi Refining Pills that speeds up cultivation?"

Dugu Yan had long witnessed the wonders of elixirs, and the effects of the Qi-refining pills made her linger.

Unfortunately, the quantity is too small; a mere sixty pills will only last for two months.

Even if she tried to be frugal, she would have finished eating long ago.

Unfortunately, Jiang Xia had been in seclusion refining pills all this time and had no time to replenish her with pills.

Now that Jiangxia has finally broken through the pass, how could Dugu Yan not be anxious?

Jiang Xia smiled and shook his head: "No, it's a better pill than the Qi Refining Pill. Don't worry, you won't be missing out if anyone else is."

As he spoke, Jiang Xia took out two small porcelain bottles from his storage soul tool, handed one to Dugu Yan, and introduced it to her:

"This is the Nine Transformations Dragon Pill, made primarily with earthworm golden melon and supplemented with herbs containing the essence of dragon blood, such as dragon scale flower, dragon blood vine, and dragon saliva fruit."

"After taking it, it can stimulate the evolution of your martial spirit, and if you are lucky, it may even evolve into a true dragon martial spirit."

Dugu Yan was taken aback: "True Dragon Martial Soul? Is it that powerful?"

Jiang Xia laughed and said, "It's just a matter of probability."

Whether it can ultimately evolve into a true dragon martial soul depends on how well you absorb the effects of the medicine.

"At the very least, it can evolve your martial soul into the Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor."

"At the same time, the residual medicinal effects can greatly increase your soul power and solidify your foundation, making your future cultivation smoother."

Dugu Yan nervously took the pill, swallowed hard, and cautiously asked, "Could you tell me the exact amount? How much of an improvement will it provide?"

Jiang Xia pondered for a moment: "Based on your current soul power level, it can increase by at least 7 levels, and give you a cultivation speed no less than that of someone with innate full soul power."

Upon hearing this, everyone's pupils contracted sharply, and they gasped.

A six-level boost in one go—such a terrifying boost was unheard of.

Dugu Xin looked intently at Jiang Xia, his brows slightly furrowed.

"Xiao Jiang, it's not that I don't believe you, but everyone knows that Soul Master cultivation requires a gradual approach, and a solid foundation is the most important thing."

"And now, a small pill can not only evolve Yan Yan's martial soul, but also increase her soul power by 6 levels at once. This is simply unbelievable."

"I am very worried that this might affect Yan Yan's future cultivation."

"Xin'er, Xiao Jiang isn't that kind of person!" Dugu Bo's expression changed drastically, and he rebuked him coldly.

Dugu Yan quickly chimed in, "Yes, Dad, Jiang Xia is the best to me, I trust him."

Jiang Xia waved his hand, completely ignoring Dugu Xin's questioning.

"Don't worry, there won't be any problems. The pills I've refined are top-quality ones that strengthen the foundation and solidify the roots. They won't shake the foundation; on the contrary, they will make the foundation even stronger."

"You were the first person to take this elixir, so you must have experienced its wonders by now."

Dugu Xin was stunned for a moment. Recalling the time since he woke up, his body had indeed become better and better, and even his cultivation had become much smoother.

I initially thought it was because the toxins in my body had been completely eliminated, but now I realize that the pill probably played a role as well.

"I'm sorry, Xiao Jiang, I got carried away by my concern."

Jiang Xia smiled and shook his head, ignoring Dugu Xin.

Dugu Bo glared at him coldly: "Xin'er, it's almost noon, go and cook."

"Yes, Father."

Dugu Xin bowed and took his leave, while Dugu Bo sighed softly.

"Xiao Jiang, I hope you don't mind. Xin'er has just been through too much, which is why he's a bit suspicious."

Jiang Xia waved his hand: "No need for that. He is him, and you are you. It's just a minor incident, and it won't affect our relationship."

"Me too! Me too!"

Dugu Yan wrapped her arms around Jiang Xia's neck and pressed half of her body against him.

"Jiang Xia and I are best friends, how could that stinky dad possibly affect the bond between us?"

Jiang Xia laughed and said, "Yes, yes, it won't affect anything, it won't affect anything."

Seeing the harmonious and loving scene before him, Dugu Bo couldn't help but smile gently.

"Alright, Yanyan, let go of Xiaojiang now. He still has some good stuff he hasn't taken out yet."

Dugu Yan released Jiangxia, her little face serious, and chuckled, "Yes, yes, I'm very greedy. One pill isn't enough; I have to take them all out."

With the grandfather and grandson joking around, the unpleasantness caused by Dugu Xin quickly dissipated.

Jiang Xia smiled helplessly and handed the other medicine bottle in his hand to Dugu Yan.

"This is a Soul Tempering Pill made primarily with the 'Wangchuanqiushui Dew' (a type of elixir), which will greatly enhance your soul power after consumption."

Jiang Xia then turned to Dugu Bo and said, "By the way, when you have time, go find some whale glue, the older the better."

Dugu Bo was stunned for a moment, looking at Jiang Xia with a strange expression.

"What do you need whale glue for? Isn't that stuff used for..."

Jiang Xia waved his hand: "Whale glue has the effect of strengthening blood and improving health. The older the whale, the better the effect. Long-term use can improve physical fitness and the resilience of meridians."

"With this Soul Tempering Pill, Yanzi will be able to absorb a ten-thousand-year soul ring at level forty."

"As for the aphrodisiac effect you mentioned, that's just one of the most useless side effects of whale glue."

"Absorbing a spirit ring from a higher level? Is it true?" Dugu Bo's breathing suddenly became heavy.

It's no wonder he was so agitated.

It should be known that the time limit for absorbing spirit rings has been an ironclad rule for spirit masters throughout history.

The first spirit ring lasts 500 years, the second 900 years, the third 1800 years, the fourth 5000 years, the fifth 12000 years, the sixth 20000 years, the seventh 30000 to 50000 years, the eighth 50000 years and above. Only the final ninth spirit ring has the potential to absorb 10000-year-old spirit beasts.

Of course, it's only a possibility; in reality, most Soul Masters don't have the ability to absorb a 100,000-year Soul Ring when they reach level 90.

For example, Dugu Bo himself, his ninth spirit ring was only the Jade Phosphorous Serpent, which was over 50,000 years old.

First, he couldn't defeat stronger spirit beasts, and second, his physical condition didn't allow him to absorb stronger spirit rings.

In fact, most Title Douluos are like this; black ten-thousand-year spirit rings are their standard equipment.

A 100,000-year red spirit ring is an extremely rare and sought-after item. Every Title Douluo who absorbs a 100,000-year spirit ring is a peerless figure who leads the way in their era.

If what Jiang Xia said is true, and whale glue allows Soul Masters to absorb Soul Rings of higher levels without any cost, then this discovery would absolutely drive the entire Douluo Continent into a frenzy.

The fourth ring lasts for 10,000 years, the fifth for 20,000 years, the sixth for 30,000 years, the seventh for 50,000 years, and the eighth for 70,000 years as a transition. The ninth ring will definitely be able to absorb a 100,000-year soul ring.

Taking a deep breath, Dugu Bo looked intently at Jiang Xia and Dugu Yan.

"Xiao Jiang, Yan Yan, the secret of whale glue can only be known by the three of us. It must not be told to a fourth person."

"Otherwise, once we attract the attention of the Spirit Hall, we will never have a peaceful day again."