Douluo: Phoenix God Descends, Emperor Flame Burns the Sky

Chapter 325 Such a valuable inner core, could it be a betrothal gift?
The next day.

Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling both felt that Lin Xiao was different.

But I can't quite explain it.

It seems like his eyes have changed? They've become more determined and resolute.

Like a harmless wolf cub, transforming into a carnivorous wolf king.

……

Upon receiving the news, Dugu Bo rushed back through the night.

"Lin Xiao, you're back from your training so soon? Hehe, you must have been bullied outside and want me to stand up for you."

Lin Xiao did not react to these words.

But the remaining thousands of souls within those million-year soul rings would probably break down on the spot if they heard that.

Lin Xiao smiled reservedly.

Silently releasing the Phoenix Martial Soul, accompanied by six rising jet-black soul rings.

Dugu Bo is finally back!

Wealth and honor do not return to their hometown, just like walking in brocade at night.

Lin Xiao had long wanted to show off his impressive soul ring configuration, but due to Dugu Bo's absence, he had kept it hidden until now.

Six jet-black spirit rings floated silently in the air.

Even the dark gold color of the sixth spirit ring was disguised.

But the exaggerated scene still shocked everyone present.

Dugu Bo's smile froze. A strange light flashed in Ye Qingxian's eyes, who was usually calm and composed. Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan's faces turned red, and they exclaimed in shock:

"Lin Xiao, what's wrong with your spirit rings?!"

Everyone present was one of our own.

Lin Xiao did not hide anything and told everyone about his obtaining the Asura God Trial.

The scene was silent for a while.

Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan exchanged a glance, their eyes suddenly filled with excitement. They surrounded Lin Xiao, touching and pinching him with a sense of exploration and curiosity.

Lin Xiao would usually avoid such intimate handshakes between the two, but this time he grabbed Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan's hands, holding them in his own, half-jokingly and half-seriously saying:

"I promised Senior Dugu and Aunt Qingxian that I would protect Sister Lingling and Sister Yanyan for the rest of my life. These two sisters are so beautiful, how can I protect them without some skills?"

Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan were stunned!

A pink cloud appeared on each of their cheeks.

Ye Lingling blushed deeply and lowered her head in embarrassment, looking like a quail.

Dugu Yan's face was cold and aloof, but her eyes were too shy to look directly at Lin Xiao. The thought of Dugu Bo being nearby made her even more embarrassed, and her body went limp.

Dugu Bo was stunned, his eyes blank.

After a moment's realization, he suddenly clapped his hands and laughed, pointing at Lin Xiao and saying:
"That blockhead has finally gotten it!"

"You rascal! I've hinted at it to you three or four times before, but you pretended not to understand. After going out to gain experience for half a year, it's like you've unlocked your full potential."

"Remember your previous promise!"

However, Dugu Bo was unaware that this had nothing to do with Lin Xiao's training trip; it was mainly due to Ye Qingxian's excellent guidance.

The man's nature is like that of a boy.

Even the hardest material will soften with repeated grinding.

Dugu Bo's face lit up with joy, as if Lin Xiao's current actions pleased him even more than his own success in obtaining the Asura God Trial. He proudly declared:
"However, considering your young age, it was a natural progression. How could you possibly resist the charm of my Yanyan?"

Dugu Yan stamped her foot, embarrassed and annoyed, and said:

"grandfather!"

Lin Xiao took Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan's hands to express his attitude, but then, feeling embarrassed to act like a hooligan in front of his elders, he put them down and started discussing serious matters.

The first issue is Xue Beng's desire to become Dugu Bo's apprentice.

Dugu Bo snorted coldly, displeased. "If this avalanche were even a tenth as outstanding as Lin Xiao, I could reluctantly accept him, but what's the meaning of stuffing a spoiled brat like him into my hands?"

Ye Qingxian frowned and said:
"Moreover, the avalanche has always had a bad reputation. It is known for its defilement of women and for abducting women in the street. If a woman's husband or family member dares to express their dissatisfaction, they will be humiliated."

Lin Xiao reminded him:
"Although Xue Beng is lecherous, he may not be a playboy; he is probably quite cunning."

Dugu Bo waved his hand, "Who cares how deep his scheming is? Just stay away from me. Out of sight, out of mind. I'll have a clear talk with Emperor Xueye in a while."

Dugu Yan breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

She has Lin Xiao as her junior brother, that's enough. What is an avalanche?
Thus, Xue Beng's plan to become a disciple was rejected.

Then came the second thing.

Ye Qingxian glanced at Lin Xiao and said:

"The Spirit Hall has been putting pressure on various sects and academies, gradually expanding its influence. Even the Five Elements Academy seems to be planning to annex it. If they do not comply, they may be suppressed."

"Tianshui College is located in Tianshui City."

"And Tianshui City... is that girl Shui Bing'er's hometown, right?"

Lin Xiao looked thoughtful, then said:
"It's too early to talk about these things now. The Spirit Hall won't act so quickly. When the Shui family is really in dire straits, do you think I would abandon Bing'er?"

In the original story, a few years later, the five elemental academies will be forced to seek refuge in Heaven Dou City under pressure from the Spirit Hall. At that time, they can contact the Shui family and ask them to move to Heaven Dou City.

Think of this.

Lin Xiao felt relaxed, but also a little pressured.

Then, Emperor Xueye probed Dugu Bo's intentions. He had once helped Dugu Bo suppress the Clear Sky Sect, but now that the Spirit Hall was powerful, it wanted to form an alliance with the Clear Sky Sect.

Dugu Bo's expression changed drastically.

"Inconsistent behavior, is this how royalty behaves?"

Ye Qingxian sighed:
"Different times and circumstances lead to different perspectives."

Lin Xiao was not surprised.

"There are no permanent enemies or friends, only permanent interests."

"When it really comes down to needing the Haotian Sect to be cannon fodder, what's wrong with releasing them? Emperor Xueye is just testing the waters now. When the situation really gets urgent, it will still be in our best interest."

This matter is still far from being settled, so let's put it on hold for now.

Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan couldn't get a word in edgewise, and listened silently to the conversation between the three of them. A sense of urgency arose in their hearts, and their mood became a little gloomy.

It seems that the carefree days are numbered.

Lin Xiao, with his keen mind, took Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan's delicate hands and spoke boldly.

"there is always a solution to a problem."

"Sister Lingling and Sister Yanyan, just be happy. With me here, even if the sky falls, it will only kill other people!"

Lin Xiao's abilities are limited, but he is confident that protecting those around him is still a piece of cake.

"Besides, Senior Dugu is still here!"

As he spoke, Lin Xiao took out a golden-red inner core from his storage soul tool and said with a smile:
"Senior Dugu, look what gift I brought you!"

The inner core was just taken out.

Both Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan felt a surge of excitement, their martial spirits faintly revealing joy.

"This is the inner core of the primordial beast, the Ten-Headed Fiery Sun Serpent, containing its essence of fire poison. This serpent is the supreme among serpents; when its inner core is unleashed, ten thousand serpents will flee in terror. This core has a unique structure and can be manipulated to explode with astonishing power."

Dugu Bo reached out and took it, examined it carefully, and exclaimed in surprise:

"It's indeed a good thing!"

"This fire poison is domineering and fierce, and the power of its inner core explosion is much stronger than my poison explosion!"

"Young Lin Xiao, sending such an expensive gift, could it be a betrothal gift?"

Upon hearing this, Dugu Yan looked ashamed and angry, and said:

"Grandpa! You're talking nonsense again!"

(End of this chapter)