Douluo: The martial soul Nine-headed Xiangliu swallows the sky and devours the earth!

Chapter 202 The Passionate Xue Qinghe
At dawn, as the sun rose in the east and the morning dew was still wet, the air was filled with moisture. Dugu Yao finished his cultivation early, left the Nine Nether Cave alone, and boarded a carriage to head to Tiandou City.

His purpose in coming here was to tell Xue Qinghe about yesterday's results.

After showing their credentials, they entered Tiandou City. Even in the early morning, vendors had already set up their stalls along the wide streets, hawking their wares and creating a lively atmosphere.

Upon arriving at the Crown Prince's residence, the guards informed Xue Qinghe.

Dugu Yao entered the Crown Prince's residence, walked through the long corridor, and entered the main hall. What came into view was Xue Qinghe, who had a smile on her face and seemed to have been waiting for him there for a long time.

"Brother Yao, please have a seat, please have a seat, don't be shy." Xue Qinghe said, gesturing to the seat next to her, her tone very polite, as if Dugu Yao were her half-brother.

Faced with the polite Xue Qinghe, Dugu Yao did not stand on ceremony and sat down directly next to her.

"Brother Yao, I wonder if Senior Dugu agrees to what happened yesterday?" Xue Qinghe asked, squinting at Dugu Yao, as if this matter was really important.

The maidservant carried a tray and came to the two of them.

He placed the teacups from the tray on the table and began to brew tea for the two of them, while also entertaining His Highness's friend. He did everything with great care and attention to detail.

Dugu Yao smiled and said, "Brother Qinghe, if you need help, my grandfather will naturally not refuse. In the future, if Brother Qinghe needs any pills, you can send someone to buy them directly from our Xuanling Pill Sect."

"Excellent, excellent!" Xue Qinghe laughed. "Brother Yao, come and have some tea. Let's chat slowly. The prepared delicacies will be served shortly. Brother Yao, please don't be disrespectful and stay until we finish eating!"

Dugu Yao nodded, without refusing.

After the dishes were served, Xue Qinghe asked while eating, "Brother Yao, I wonder what your soul power level is now? Of course, I don't mean anything by it, I'm just curious."

Dugu Yao, who had been chatting and laughing, became extremely uneasy and cautious upon hearing this. His soul power level was something he absolutely could not reveal, but he had the disguise of the Nine Nether Poison Scripture.

No matter who it is, they probably wouldn't be able to tell.

Over the years, she has been able to stay safely by Xue Qinghe's side, remain hidden, and enjoy his deep trust. Her ability to read people is naturally extraordinary; even the slightest expression cannot escape her eyes!
"Brother Yao, is there something you're having trouble telling us?" Xue Qinghe asked softly.

Dugu Yao remained expressionless and said with a smile, "There's nothing I can't say. Years ago, my grandfather gave me a soul bone. This soul bone has a special function: it can hide my soul power level, which even I can't control."

"I suppose that's why Brother Qinghe asked me. Although I'm not a so-called genius, I'm not a so-called good-for-nothing either. My talent is decent, slightly better than that of an ordinary Soul Master."

"Of course, I'm not that much better. My talent can only be described as average. Speaking of which, I really envy those geniuses who are born with full soul power. If only I were born with full soul power..."

Xue Qinghe's lips twitched as she watched him talk to himself, eat in silence, and repeat the same things over and over, without revealing the most crucial information.

Dugu Yao glanced at the sullen Xue Qinghe out of the corner of his eye, completely unconcerned. This was exactly the effect he wanted—to give a vague impression, but not to reveal his soul power level. Even if someone could tell, so what? He was stronger than an ordinary soul master, but weaker than someone with innate full soul power.

However, because of the soul bone he possessed in his early years, others cannot perceive his soul power level; this was his answer to the other party. Want to know my soul power? Guess!

"I see. There are many kinds of soul bones. I never expected there to be such a magical soul bone. I've certainly broadened my horizons today," Xue Qinghe said calmly.

Instead of dwelling on the matter, he asked, "Brother Yao, do you know if the Xuanling Pill Sect still has any of those top-grade spiritual herbs? If so, I am willing to pay a great price to buy one!"

She coveted the effects of that top-grade spiritual herb; it truly could enhance one's martial spirit. Unfortunately, the top-grade spiritual herb at the banquet wasn't suitable for her, otherwise she wouldn't have let it go out to win people's hearts.

When asked about this matter, Dugu Yao looked worried: "Brother Qinghe, you don't know this, but our Xuanling Pill Sect doesn't have many top-grade spiritual herbs. There is only one that is suitable for the Snow Swan Martial Soul."

He looked troubled and spoke with some difficulty.

Top-grade spiritual herbs? Top-grade spiritual herbs are everywhere in the Nine Nether Cave. Immortal herbs can grow a new crop every year, just like harvesting chives, one crop after another.

"I see?" Xue Qinghe stroked his chin, looking thoughtful.

"Brother Yao, do you know of any top-grade spiritual herbs suitable for a light-attribute martial soul? I have a soul master with a light-attribute martial soul under my command; his talent is exceptional, and he's one of my core members!"

Dugu Yao pondered for a moment and said, "I don't know. Only Grandpa knows best about Grandpa's herb garden. Is Brother Qinghe's subordinate with the light attribute martial soul a weapon-type martial soul or a beast-type martial soul?"

"I can go back and ask. If they don't have it, then they really don't exist. Top-grade spiritual herbs are extremely rare and precious, and those that are compatible with a Soul Master are even rarer."

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe showed a faint joy, but it didn't last long. After all, it was still uncertain whether it would happen or not, and being happy too soon would only lead to greater disappointment!

"Brother Yao, it's a beast spirit, and a humanoid one at that. It's said to be light attribute, but that's not quite right. It should be called holy attribute. If I had your brother, I would be willing to pay any price!"

Dugu Yao's eyelids twitched. Good heavens, he's not even pretending, is he? This is the Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul, of course there are a lot of similar Martial Souls, but he clearly knew the identity of the person in front of him.

"A beast-type martial soul, humanoid, with divine attributes? What a strange martial soul," Dugu Yao said in confusion.

"In that case, Brother Qinghe, when I get back I will ask Grandpa. If he has it, he will naturally tell Brother Qinghe. If he doesn't, then he really doesn't have it."

"Then I'll stay here, thank you, Brother Yao." Xue Qinghe said with a smile. Top-grade spiritual herbs are rare treasures in this world, hard to come by. Not having them is no loss, but having them would be a huge gain!
After ending the topic and finishing his meal, Dugu Yao did not linger there.

With Xue Qinghe seeing them off, they left the Crown Prince's residence.

(End of this chapter)