Chapter 65: The Yearning Heartbroken Red

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As Dugu Yan reminisced, Li Luochen seemed to have a telepathic connection and also began recalling his moments with her. 

"Who bumped into me without looking?... Oh ho, who do you think you are, Zhang Erhe's son?... So what if I beat you up?... Could this be Dugu Yan?... 

How dare you scold me like that! (╬皿), can a living person really die from holding it in? I'll beat you first and ask questions later... Damn, your grandpa came to beat me up for no reason... 

No need to apologize—no fight, no acquaintance. Let me reintroduce myself—I'm Li Luochen... 

Dugu Yan seems pretty good too... Yanzi has such a great personality—lively, energetic, knowledgeable, and refined, with a touch of heroism. She doesn't have the pretentiousness of noblewomen. 

Yanzi, look at this—isn't it beautiful? Wear it on your head... Yanzi, this flower suits you perfectly... Yanzi, I like you, and I'll definitely resolve any troubles for you. 

Yanzi, I've realized I can't live without you. You're like poison, but this poison makes me utterly addicted... Is that too cheesy? Hehe, it's just some corny love talk, but I truly like you, and my feelings won't change. 

Alright, pinky promise—we'll stay together forever. Yanzi, having you by my side for the rest of my life feels so good." 

Li Luochen reflected on every moment with Dugu Yan, feeling deeply moved. 

*Pfft~* Two drops of heart's blood landed on the Yearning Heartbroken Red. 

That's right—Dugu Yan and Li Luochen simultaneously struck their chests and forced out their heart's blood, pouring it onto the Longing-for-Love Severed-Gut Crimson. 

The Yearning Heartbroken Red seemed to sense something, emitting a brilliant red glow that enveloped both of them. A faint voice echoed softly. 

"Unexpected... I've seen many who are deeply emotional, but to encounter a pair of lovers who both gain the recognition of the Yearning Heartbroken Red is truly rare. Such devotion is indeed uncommon. You two must cherish each other well. If even you two cannot make it work, then true love may not exist in this world. Hahaha, my name is Huashen, the Flower God." 

A dazzling, vivid flower, dripping with golden-red hues, emerged. The freshly picked Yearning Heartbroken Red floated between the two of them. 

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan were still in shock. They hadn't discussed anything beforehand, yet they had simultaneously spat out their heart's blood as if guided by some invisible force—a perfect synchronization of hearts. 

The Yearning Heartbroken Red could only have one master because few were ever recognized by it. Never before had two people been recognized simultaneously. Li Luochen and Dugu Yan had truly created a new legend. 

Moreover, the bond between Li Luochen and Dugu Yan seemed to deepen further. After consuming the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum and Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone, they had already formed a faint connection, though at the time it merely felt strange. Now, the bond was unmistakable—they could clearly sense each other's state. 

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan simultaneously grasped each other's hands, and their soul powers began to merge. Their spirits also started fusing. 

"Spirit Fusion Technique! ×2" 

That's right—Li Luochen and Dugu Yan had obtained a Spirit Fusion Technique with a perfect 100% compatibility. 

Their soul power fusion was incredibly smooth, with no resistance whatsoever. At the same time, they sensed that the power unleashed by their fused soul power was extraordinarily terrifying. 

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan exchanged glances, understanding each other's intentions through eye contact alone. Without hesitation, they ran off to find Dugu Bo. 

Some time later… 

"What? A Spirit Fusion Technique?" Dugu Bo's face was filled with astonishment. He fully understood what a Spirit Fusion Technique represented. 

When two soul masters' spirits fused, it meant either they were blood-related or had an extremely close relationship. Opposite genders often became spouses, while same-gender pairs… well… refer to the Spirit Hall's errand runners. 

Moreover, Dugu Bo noticed that Li Luochen and Dugu Yan's fusion rate was exceptionally high. He could confidently say it surpassed that of the Spirit Hall's disgusting chrysanthemum and old ghost, as well as the Star Luo Empire's Ghostly White Tiger.

{T/N: He calls Yue Guan a dead flower in Chinese but it's hard to translate so 'disgusting' it is.}

"Let's go practice in that valley," Dugu Bo said, standing up and flying toward the valley. 

Li Luochen spread his Dragon Wings and carried Dugu Yan as he flew over. The Yearning Heartbroken Red followed closely, now slightly smaller and attached to Dugu Yan's hair. 

Truly worthy of being a divine-grade herb—it was almost absurd. Moreover, the Yearning Heartbroken Red possessed a protective effect; ordinary Title Douluos couldn't break it. 

It also naturally suppressed all plant-based spirits and spirit beasts, including the Blue Silver Emperor. 

Before long, they arrived at the valley. 

"You two give it your all—I can handle it," Dugu Bo said casually. 

How strong could the Spirit Fusion Technique of a Soul King and a Soul Sage be? While Li Luochen and Dugu Yan could defeat opponents above their level, their Spirit Fusion Technique should only approach the strength of a Soul Douluo. 

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan held hands, their soul powers merging. At this moment, Li Luochen's spirit appeared before him, as did Dugu Yan's. 

Dugu Yan's Golden-Scaled Azure Dragon spirit coiled around the Coiling Dragon Staff, merging into one. In an instant, Li Luochen and Dugu Yan understood the purpose of the Spirit Fusion Technique. Together, they raised their hands and spoke to Dugu Bo. 

"Calamity of the Bitter Sea, Salvation for All!" 

The Coiling Dragon Staff soared into the clouds, growing countless times larger before smashing down toward Dugu Bo. 

Initially relaxed, Dugu Bo immediately adopted a defensive stance upon seeing the massive staff descending above him. 

"This power… even a Soul Douluo wouldn't be able to withstand it. If I were still at level ninety-one, taking this hit directly would have injured me. This kind of power isn't something an ordinary Title Douluo can endure—it would likely require level ninety-three soul power to withstand it." 

Dugu Bo felt the overwhelming might of "Salvation for All" and immediately unleashed his True Body of the Spirit, clashing head-on with the Coiling Dragon Staff. 

*Boom—* 

An explosive burst of fireworks—how artistic. However, when Dugu Bo emerged from the smoke, his clothes were spotless, showing no signs of injury. 

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan had already expended sixty percent of their soul power after using that single attack. This move was immensely powerful—unrivaled below the level of a Title Douluo. 

However, they felt there was still more they hadn't unleashed. Carefully sensing the fusion of their soul power, the Coiling Dragon Staff and Golden-Scaled Azure Dragon separated. 

Li Luochen and Dugu Yan merged into a single entity. The merged figure resembled Dugu Yan, with full dragon transformation—her skin covered in dragon scales. 

In her right hand, she wielded the Coiling Dragon Staff, while the Golden-Scaled Azure Dragon transformed into armor worn on "Dugu Yan." The figure exuded the aura of a battle-hardened general, heroic and majestic. 

"Dragon Martial God Descends, Ruling Over All Under Heaven!" 

"Dugu Yan" wielded the Coiling Dragon Staff and instantly closed the distance, smashing it toward Dugu Bo. 

Dugu Bo blocked with one hand. 

*Bam!* The two separated. 

"Dugu Yan" was unharmed, but Dugu Bo's blocking hand trembled slightly from numbness. 

"Whoa—such incredible strength. Judging by the soul power fluctuations, it's at the level of a Soul Douluo, but the ability to unleash Title Douluo-level power is truly terrifying." 

Dugu Bo reflected on the force of that previous strike. He hadn't used a soul skill to block but relied on his physical body and soul power. Using minimal soul power resulted in him taking a hidden blow. 

"Dragon Blaze Evil-Crushing Annihilation!" 

"Dugu Yan" hurled the Coiling Dragon Staff, which now radiated an awe-inspiring presence. 

"Not good—Fifth Soul Skill, Serpent Shield of Heavenly Might!" 

Dugu Bo activated his defensive soul skill to counter the attack. That previous strike was formidable, and to avoid looking disheveled, he directly used a soul skill. 

After the clash, Li Luochen and Dugu Yan separated. They supported each other, their faces pale from excessive soul power depletion.

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