Vast Sea Universe Cover
After Yang Xiong left the Crown Prince's mansion, Xue Qinghe's usually calm face showed a hint of rage, even appearing somewhat distorted.
He had planned so much, and if what Yang Xiong said was true, he might unknowingly have a formidable enemy, and perhaps this was all a means for the Emperor Xue Ye to keep him in check.
Xue Qinghe said to the shadows, "Come out!"
At that moment, two extremely tall figures appeared in the room, looking exceptionally imposing.
The two bowed slightly to Xue Qinghe. "Greetings, Your Highness. What are your commands?"
Xue Qinghe said, "Elder Serpent Spear, go gather information on Prince Xue Beng's recent activities, including who he is associating with and what he has been doing lately. Also investigate the powers behind the noble scions he is involved with, and check if there are any schemes between Prince Xue Beng and Prince Xue Xing."
"Elder Pufferfish, I heard that Elder Chrysanthemum is in the Heaven Dou Area recently. Go immediately and confirm the effects of the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone with him. I need to know if it truly helps my cultivation."
Serpent Spear Douluo and Pufferfish Douluo bowed and then transformed into two black shadows, leaving the Crown Prince's mansion.
After cultivating in the hotel for the past few days, Yang Xiong decided to stroll around Heaven Dou City. He felt like he had been constantly busy with cultivation, his nerves tightly wound, and it had been a long time since he had freely wandered the streets.
Before long, Yang Xiong arrived at a building that looked very high-class, which was the Moon Pavilion.
Yang Xiong had no interest in either the Moon Pavilion or Tang Yuehua, but he wanted to see this elegant place that had been praised countless times by others.
Originally, the Moon Pavilion only received nobles, and the doorkeeper seemed to look down on ordinary Soul Masters like Yang Xiong.
When Yang Xiong traveled outside, he usually dressed casually, typically in black clothes and a black robe, coupled with his height of nearly 1.95 meters. He didn't look like a noble, but rather like a brute.
However, Yang Xiong didn't say anything and directly took out the Crown Prince's token.
The doorkeeper's face immediately changed, becoming incredibly respectful, even inviting Yang Xiong into the Moon Pavilion like a lackey.
Yang Xiong felt a sense of helplessness. The world was full of snobs, especially since the Moon Pavilion was located in the core area of the bustling Heaven Dou City and was built only with the large sums of money spent by those nobles.
After entering the Moon Pavilion, Yang Xiong casually found a place to sit down. After having someone prepare a pot of tea, he drank it alone and paid no attention to the people around him.
The environment of the Moon Pavilion was indeed very good, appearing exceptionally elegant.
The entire second floor was not ostentatious. In the center were countless harps, each looking very valuable.
The tables and chairs were all made of expensive wood, and even the potted plants and decorations were quite extraordinary. Clearly, everything was costly, yet it appeared incredibly elegant.
Yang Xiong drank the finest tea, leaning back in his chair with his eyes closed, looking as if he were resting.
The pleasant and ethereal sound of harps came from the surroundings, making one feel more empty inside.
It was truly rare to find such a quiet and elegant place in the bustling Heaven Dou City, no wonder those nobles liked to come here.
Yang Xiong stayed in the Moon Pavilion for a few days without being disturbed by others, but he did encounter Princess Xue Ke.
Princess Xue Ke was the Emperor Xue Ye's only daughter and was deeply loved by the Emperor Xue Ye and Crown Prince Xue Qinghe. Yang Xiong had also met Princess Xue Ke twice when he met with Xue Qinghe. Although they were not familiar with each other, they knew each other's backgrounds.
Yang Xiong had also seen Tang Yuehua a few times. She appeared exceptionally noble and approachable, no wonder her Martial Soul naturally possessed a noble domain.
In the Crown Prince's mansion, besides the original Pufferfish Douluo and Serpent Spear Douluo, Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan was also present.
Pufferfish Douluo reported first, "Reporting to Your Highness, after investigation, the noble scions around Prince Xue Beng all have extraordinary backgrounds. They are basically high-ranking officials and great nobles of the empire, and they are secretly colluding with each other. According to our estimation, this should be arranged by Prince Xue Xing in secret."
"Furthermore, Prince Xue Beng and Prince Xue Xing have a close relationship. Prince Xue Beng is pretending to be a noble scion under the guidance of Prince Xue Xing, thereby recruiting forces at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. We just don't know if the Emperor Xue Ye is secretly supporting this."
Xue Qinghe's face turned incredibly cold upon hearing this. "What a Emperor Xue Ye, to hide so deeply. It seems I have underestimated him a little."
"I think this Xue Beng and Prince Xue Xing have lived a bit too long. If I really let them continue like this, I'm afraid it will truly affect my position. I must eliminate them in advance."
"Elder Ju, I trouble you to come personally. Do you recognize the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo swallowed upon hearing this. "Reporting to Your Highness, the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone is a rare Immortal Herb. It has the effect of moistening tendons, strengthening bones, and clearing the eight meridians."
Xue Qinghe was a little confused. "Elder Ju, what is an Immortal Herb?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo quickly replied, "Immortal Herbs are rare treasures in the world, formed by gathering the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and the essence of the sun and moon. Each Immortal Herb requires tens of thousands or even nearly a hundred thousand years of gestation to possibly be produced. They have the effect of cleansing the meridians and marrow, or even completely transforming a Soul Master."
"My Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum Martial Soul is one of the Immortal Herbs. Unfortunately, despite countless efforts, I have never found any trace of other Immortal Herbs."
Everyone looked sideways at Chrysanthemum Douluo. They hadn't expected that the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum was actually an Immortal Herb. No wonder this neither-male-nor-female fellow could cultivate to the Titled Douluo level.
Xue Qinghe thought carefully before speaking. "Yang Xiong said this Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone was found in the Star Dou Great Forest. Is this possible?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo thought carefully, as if he had discovered a new world. "No wonder, I was wondering how the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone could appear. So it came from the Star Dou Great Forest."
"The Star Dou Great Forest is rarely visited, especially the core area. The spiritual energy is very rich, which is indeed very suitable for the growth of Immortal Herbs. It is indeed possible to find Immortal Herbs there."
"Moreover, considering the effects of the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, if Your Highness can consume it, cultivation should be very effective, even greatly increasing soul power and improving aptitude."
Xue Qinghe glared at Chrysanthemum Douluo. "Do I need to improve my aptitude? However, increasing soul power is indeed quite good."
"By the way, you have been studying the Vast Sea Universe Cover all night. Have you found anything?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo quickly handed over a azure triangular body. "Reporting to Your Highness, although this Vast Sea Universe Cover looks extraordinary, my comprehension is limited. Besides discovering that it is a good Soul Tool, I have found nothing else."
Although the Vast Sea Universe Cover was in Chrysanthemum Douluo's hands, the azure light spread throughout the room, making people feel incredibly comfortable, as if they were in an ocean of life.
If someone said this Vast Sea Universe Cover was an ordinary storage Soul Tool, probably no one would believe it.
A hint of doubt appeared on Xue Qinghe's face. "That shouldn't be the case. Yang Xiong has always been extremely cautious in his dealings. This time, he not only revealed such a big secret but also produced the Immortal Herb you mentioned. The Vast Sea Universe Cover is definitely not simple."
Upon hearing this, everyone just looked at each other. The three of them had studied it all night and indeed found no abnormalities. The Vast Sea Universe Cover looked like a very extraordinary treasure, but unfortunately, besides being beautiful, they couldn't find any other effects.
Serpent Spear Douluo said, "Your Highness, although this is Heaven Dou City, I have great confidence in our strength. We can hand over the Vast Sea Universe Cover, then ambush Yang Xiong in secret, and then retrieve the Vast Sea Universe Cover. Perhaps there will be other unexpected gains."
Xue Qinghe rolled his eyes at Serpent Spear Douluo. "These past few days, Yang Xiong has been entering and leaving our Crown Prince's mansion with great fanfare. Given Yang Xiong's status in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, there must be someone protecting him in secret. If we alert the snake and attract the attention of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, will you take responsibility for that?"
"Forget it. If this Vast Sea Universe Cover is useless to us, it's better to exchange it for the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, which is useful to me. Perhaps it can truly make me stronger."
Serpent Spear Douluo's expression froze upon hearing this. Clearly, these Titled Douluo were a bit simple-minded and preferred to solve problems directly with force.
Xue Qinghe continued, "How has Yang Xiong been in Heaven Dou City these past few days? What has he been doing?"
Serpent Spear Douluo quickly replied, "Reporting to Your Highness, Yang Xiong returns to the hotel to rest at night and drinks tea at the Moon Pavilion during the day. He hasn't done anything else."
Xue Qinghe's face turned cold. "This kid usually pretends to be so upright, yet he runs off to the Moon Pavilion to hook up with young girls."
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On this day, Yang Xiong was meditating in Yue Shan when Crown Prince Xue Qinghe suddenly came to visit.
"Little Xiong, you have quite the leisure. Aren't you afraid your Rong Rong will be jealous?"
Yang Xiong said helplessly, "I'm just drinking some tea and listening to some music at the Moon Pavilion. What does this have to do with Rong Rong being jealous?"
Xue Qinghe had a forced smile. "Then I don't know what you're thinking. I heard you've been frequenting the Moon Pavilion recently, and I thought you had taken a fancy to some young girl?"
Yang Xiong couldn't help but roll his eyes. "Brother Qinghe, just say what you need to say. Don't interrupt my music."
Xue Qinghe's face showed a hint of annoyance. "Fine. The top floor of the Moon Pavilion has guest rooms. They are relatively quiet and elegant. Let's go there to talk about our business."
Yang Xiong nodded and followed Xue Qinghe to the top floor of the Moon Pavilion.
After the two sat down, Xue Qinghe took out a dark blue triangular object from his person. As soon as the entire triangle was taken out, it emitted a blue light, making people feel as if they were in a blue ocean, and their bodies felt unusually soft.
Even though Yang Xiong was well-informed, he was a little stunned at this moment. This was the Vast Sea Universe Cover, the treasure that guarded the Heaven Dou Empire, and also the Heart of the Seagod, the inheritance artifact of the Seagod.
After a moment of awe, Yang Xiong took out a jade box from his person. Inside the jade box was the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone.
After handing the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone to Xue Qinghe, Yang Xiong suppressed his inner excitement and took the Vast Sea Universe Cover.
Only this Vast Sea Universe Cover was the true foundation for his rise. This represented the inheritance of the Seagod, and also the assessment of Sea God Island.
Looking back at the original work, the assessment on Sea God Island was the greatest opportunity for the Shrek Seven Devils. In just four years of assessment, everyone's soul power increased by at least twenty levels, not to mention that everyone obtained the soul rings most suitable for them.
Especially Tang San, who obtained two 100,000-Year Soul Rings and a 100,000-Year Soul Bone in four years on Sea God Island. This speed of improvement was faster than a rocket.
And the basis for going to Sea God Island was the Vast Sea Universe Cover. This was the foundation that determined everything.
After taking the Vast Sea Universe Cover, Yang Xiong casually exchanged a few pleasantries with Xue Qinghe and then left.
After Yang Xiong left, three figures quickly appeared in the shadows. They were Chrysanthemum Douluo, Serpent Spear Douluo, and Pufferfish Douluo.
Chrysanthemum Douluo looked at the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone in front of him with extreme delight, as if looking at a peerless beauty. His eyes were filled with love and reverence. His entire mind was focused on the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone. This crazy appearance seemed as if he was about to lose control at any moment.
Xue Qinghe snorted from the corner of his mouth. "Elder Ju, is this Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone real? Does it have the effect you mentioned?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo's extremely excited mood gradually calmed down. "Your Highness, this Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone is definitely a rare treasure in the world. If Your Highness takes it, not only will your soul power greatly increase, but your future cultivation will also become faster."
Only then did Xue Qinghe accept the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone with satisfaction. Although he lost the Vast Sea Universe Cover, obtaining such an immortal herb was definitely the greatest gain in recent years.
Chrysanthemum Douluo's face showed a little hesitation. "Your Highness, I want to meet Yang Xiong alone. Perhaps I can clear up my doubts."
Xue Qinghe opened his mouth with some confusion. "Why do you want to see Yang Xiong? Do you also want to attack him now? You should know that this is a critical moment for our Spirit Hall, and we must not expose our strength casually."
Chrysanthemum Douluo gritted his teeth. "Your Highness, judging from the aura just now, I feel that Yang Xiong seems to have taken the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum."
"Your Highness can rest assured, I will definitely not alert the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. I just want to meet him alone."
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