Chapter 82: Not Much Damage...

If they truly had a way to detoxify him and Dugu Yan, all past grievances would be forgiven!

"Old Poison, right now you must be thinking, 'If they really do have a way…'"

Dugu Bo: "..."

Good grief. How well did this thief know him?!

Standing off to the side, Dugu Yan watched her grandfather's ever-changing expression—black, stunned, confused—and couldn't help feeling bewildered.

"What's happening to Grandpa? First he looks angry, now he looks dumbfounded…"

Ignoring her, Dugu Bo continued to read the words on the paper.

"There are many ways to deal with the poison in your body and Dugu Yan's.

"For instance, I know of a Level 98 Super Douluo who is immune to all poisons. He's even..."

"Of course, I don't have access to his poison-cultivation methods."

"...If you don't have it, why bring it up?!"

Dugu Bo's brief interest vanished in an instant. A Level 98 Super Douluo's poison-cultivation method? That would be priceless! But then the note simply dismissed it.

Was this thief toying with me?!

"There's another method that can't cure the root cause but will treat the symptoms. For you and Dugu Yan, it should work well enough.

"During cultivation, inject the poison into a spirit bone to create a 'poison sac.' This will greatly reduce the backlash. However, most spirit bones can't withstand too much poison—so proceed with caution…"

Dugu Bo's eyes brightened.

Yes! Why hadn't I thought of this before?

Injecting the poison into spirit bones was a brilliant solution. As long as the spirit bone was of decent quality, their lives could be preserved.

All traces of his earlier anger faded. How could he remain furious when he had just been given a lifeline? Even the loss of the herbs didn't seem so bad anymore.

"The last method: beneath this paper, I've left two Earth Dragon Golden Gourds. You don't need to know what they are. Just eat them. The dragon bloodline contained within will evolve both your and Dugu Yan's martial spirits.

"Once your martial spirits evolve, the poison will naturally be neutralized.

"Believe it or not, the choice is yours. Sincerely, Li Si!"

Dugu Bo: "…"

At the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, there had originally been three Earth Dragon Golden Gourds. Dai Mubai had only taken one.

He could have taken them all, but in the end, his conscience had won out. He left two behind to give Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan a chance at survival.

Dugu Bo stood still for a moment, then carefully folded the note and placed it in his storage soul tool.

He moved to the spot where Dugu Yan had found the note. Under her confused gaze, Dugu Bo carefully began digging at the ground.

Before long, two golden gourds connected by their roots emerged from the soil.

"One's been taken already…"

Dugu Bo muttered to himself.

Staring at the Earth Dragon Golden Gourds, Dugu Bo's emotions were like a rollercoaster. These miraculous items—the key to saving his life—had been right here all along!

"If only this thief had appeared ten years earlier…"

"Ah…"

"Grandpa, what's going on?"

Dugu Yan's confusion deepened as she watched Dugu Bo carefully handle the golden gourds.

Dugu Bo glanced at Dugu Yan, then back at the Earth Dragon Golden Gourds. He trusted "Li Si's" note, but he couldn't let Dugu Yan try them first.

"Yan Yan, go cultivate in the cottage over there. Grandpa has something to do."

Although puzzled, Dugu Yan obeyed and walked off toward the small hut.

Once she was gone, Dugu Bo muttered to himself.

"Li Si! If your method works, all past grudges will be forgiven. I'll even owe you a massive favor.

"But if it fails, I'll haunt you even as a ghost!"

With that, he plucked one of the gourds, moved to a secluded spot, and devoured it without hesitation.

Half a month later, Shrek Academy, training field.

"Xiao Wu! Xiao Wu! I like you!"

Hearing this, Xiao Wu's face darkened instantly, while Tang San, standing nearby, wore a stormy expression.

"Tai Long, do you have a death wish?"

Xiao Wu's eyes glowed red with rage. She looked ready to smash this blockhead to pieces.

Tai Long, the former top student of Blue Tyrant Academy, possessed the Giant Ape martial spirit and was a Level 38 pure-strength Spirit Elder.

"Xiao Wu—"

Before Tai Long could finish, Tang San appeared in front of him.

"Get lost."

The training field was crowded with students eager to watch the drama unfold.

Tai Long, feeling embarrassed and humiliated, glared at Tang San.

"Who are you, you busybody?"

"I'm Xiao Wu's brother."

Tang San glanced at Xiao Wu, who said nothing. To her, Tang San would always be her "Third Brother." If not for that, he wouldn't even qualify as a friend.

After all, Xiao Wu was Dai Mubai's woman—his future wife.

"Oh? So you're my future brother-in-law! Haha, my apologies…"

Tai Long's comment was practically an invitation to die.

Dai Mubai arrived with Zhu Zhuqing, taking one look at the scene and immediately understanding what was happening.

"Third Brother, let me handle this guy."

Dai Mubai offered to take over, wanting to teach Tai Long a lesson himself.

However, Tang San refused to back down.

"Boss Dai, no need. I can handle this. If he's not a Spirit Ancestor, he's no match for me."

Dai Mubai: "…"

"Alright then. Xiao Wu, let's step aside and watch."

Dai Mubai nodded, taking Zhu Zhuqing's hand and leading Xiao Wu away. Xiao Wu followed obediently behind him.

Everyone: "…"

Tang San didn't think much of it. He trusted Dai Mubai and knew he was just looking out for Xiao Wu. Moving her away ensured she wouldn't get hurt.

"Wait, what's going on here?"

Tai Long blinked in confusion, scratching his head. Even with his limited brainpower, something about the situation felt… off.

"Nothing. I just want to teach you a lesson."

"Hmph! Fine! Bring it on—I'm not afraid!"

"Martial Spirit, activate!"

Tai Long's martial spirit appeared, and two yellow and one purple spirit rings surrounded him.

"First Spirit Skill: Blue Silver Bind!"

Tang San acted swiftly, launching his first spirit skill. At such close range, Tai Long was instantly wrapped up like a dumpling.

"Ugh…"

Tai Long gagged as he looked at the Blue Silver Grass binding him.

The onlookers also stepped back, some covering their mouths in disgust.

What kind of plant martial spirit is this? Why does it look so revolting?!

"Bang!"

Tai Long didn't even use a spirit skill—he simply flexed his muscles, and the Blue Silver Grass snapped apart instantly.

"Ugh, this thing is disgusting! It doesn't do much damage, but it's insulting…"

(End of Chapter)