Douluo Continent: From Internal Martial Arts to the Law of Heaven and Earth

He slightly raised his eyelids, his gaze sweeping over Prince Xuexin, who had been bowing for a long time. A hint of disappointment flashed in his emerald eyes, but on the surface he replied, "Xuexin, then tell me, how should I get that Tang Shan to drop out of school?"

Seemingly sensing that Dugu Bo's words implied a desire to make a move, Prince Xuexin suddenly sat up straight, his face filled with barely suppressed elation.

“Your Majesty, there is actually no need to force Tang Shan to drop out of school. Aren’t you skilled in using poison? Do you have any poison that doesn’t harm the human body but can destroy innate soul power or martial soul? Poison Tang Shan and destroy his talent. Then we can say that the First Prince misjudged him, insisting that he was only seven years old when he was clearly eighteen. As for bone age, we can say that Tang Shan cultivated some special self-created soul skill that changed his bone structure, making his bones feel like those of a seven-year-old, when in fact he is already an adult.”

Dugu Bo looked at Prince Xuexin, who was once again spouting spittle, and shook his head in his heart: One minute he said that Tang Shan would use the emperor to command the princes, the next he said that Xue Qinghe might stage a coup in the future, and now he said that he poisoned Tang Shan. His words were all over the place. Could it be that he used too much of the drug and the side effects have damaged his brain?

Thoughts raced through his mind, but in reality, Dugu Bo shook his head: "I don't have this kind of poison."

What does Xue Xin take him for? Poison that destroys innate soul power and martial soul? Is that an effect that poison can achieve? Dugu Bo is skilled in using poison, but he is not an omnipotent wish-granting machine that can give you whatever you want.

"I see... I originally wanted to use Xue Qinghe's poor judgment of people to damage his reputation, but since there's no such poison, let's forget about it."

At this moment, the unnatural flush on Prince Xuexin's face faded slightly, and her mind seemed to clear up a bit.

"Your Majesty, why don't you force Tang Shan to leave? I believe that with your prestige, His Majesty will surely grant you this favor."

What good will it do you to force him away?

Dugu Bo's tone was flat, revealing no emotion whatsoever.

Prince Xuexin clearly hadn't noticed this, and instead stated bluntly, "Once we force him out, it'll be like removing a thorn in the side of the First Prince at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. Then, I can indirectly manipulate public opinion, and the entire Royal Academy will fall into my hands. This is the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, the cradle of countless mid-to-high-level Soul Masters, and the best place to build connections. Once I control this place, I'll definitely become a key figure in shaping the next change of the throne."

Prince Xuexin did not hide his thoughts from Dugu Bo. Over the years, Dugu Bo had helped him deal with a lot of trouble, and he still trusted Dugu Bo immensely—especially after he once pretended to slip up and asked Dugu Bo to help him poison Emperor Xueye, and Dugu Bo neither agreed nor reported him, Prince Xuexin's trust in Dugu Bo reached a new peak.

"No, forcing Tangshan to leave without a proper reason would greatly damage my reputation."

A glint of gold flashed in Dugu Bo's eyes as he made up an excuse to brush it off. What a joke, targeting Tang Shan? Leaving aside the unknown master behind him, Dugu Bo was certain he couldn't possibly harm Tang Shan based solely on the method Tang Shan provided to cure his granddaughter.

Prince Xuexin frowned, wanting to say, "I saved your life, can't I even let you lose a little prestige?" But he swallowed the words back.

Dugu Bo was, after all, a Title Douluo. To receive his help and have him owe him a life-saving debt was already a stroke of luck for him. He couldn't ruin his bright future, which was as bright as long as the other party existed, just for the sake of a moment of impulsive words.

"Then poison him? Since he can't be used by me, let's destroy him and let him die quietly. Although it won't damage the Crown Prince's prestige, it's at least equivalent to cutting off a powerful arm for his future."

"You want me to poison the person His Majesty favors? Do you think His Majesty is a fool, or do you want to leave me with no place in the Heavenly Dou Empire?"

Dugu Bo's voice clearly carried displeasure; this time, he wasn't faking it, but was genuinely angry.

Putting aside the immense kindness Tang Shan had shown him and his granddaughter, Prince Xuexin's plan was riddled with flaws. If Tang Shan were truly poisoned, the first person people would think of would be Poison Douluo—after all, he had the most renowned reputation for using poison and was also the closest to Tang Shan.

One lived in Tiandou City, and the other lived at the Tiandou Royal Academy right next to Tiandou City; he was definitely the first suspect.

Soul Masters' Soul Skills have unpredictable effects, and all sorts of bizarre things can happen. If something is really discovered, can he still stand in the Heaven Dou Empire or even the entire continent?

Although Dugu Bo poisoned people, killed people, and wiped out entire families at the drop of a hat, he always acted with integrity and never did anything underhanded.

P.S.: One more chapter to come.

Chapter 135: Dugu Yan's Heart Knot Resolved, Shrek Graduate (Bonus Chapter for 800 Monthly Tickets)

Dugu Bo was well aware that his deadly poison was feared by the rulers. Although he acted eccentrically, he was always able to maintain a certain degree of restraint.

His venom is frightening, but that's about it.

If he really did poison someone behind their back, there's no telling if a few masked Title Douluos will come knocking on his door tomorrow and turn him to ashes.

Dugu Bo's plausible excuse left Prince Xuexin speechless. Just as Dugu Bo himself said, if a dignified Poison Douluo is someone to be feared, then if he really resorted to poisoning, it wouldn't be as simple as just being frightened. It would be mild if a Title Douluo came knocking on his door; most likely, the Spirit Hall would directly identify him as an evil spirit master and then surround and kill him.

"Actually, you don't need to worry. Tang Shan is ultimately just a physical martial soul. What's the use if he cultivates faster and has a higher age of soul rings? If his combat power is not strong enough, he is just a piece of trash."

To prevent Prince Xuexin from doing anything underhanded to Tangshan, Dugu Bo decided to delay for the time being. For this, he even made good use of the "wise saying" that Yu Tianheng had said in the Imperial Garden.

That makes some sense.

Prince Xuexin seemed to be deep in thought, but then he suddenly remembered something and couldn't help but frown again: "Wait a minute, wasn't it said that Tang Shan defeated Yu Tianheng, the genius of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan? That kind of combat strength is definitely not weak, is it?"

Although Prince Xuexin did not witness the specific events of that day, he still had many spies in the palace, as he always coveted that position.

Why did the effects of the medicine wear off so quickly? This kid seems a bit more awake now.

Seeing the glimmer of clarity in Prince Xuexin's eyes, Dugu Bo felt a headache coming on.

"It's possible that Yu Tianheng didn't use his full strength. After all, His Majesty was present at the time, and Yu Tianheng was about to join the Tiandou Royal Academy, so he had to give His Majesty some face."

Or do you really think an ordinary base spirit can compare to the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex with true dragon blood? I think the reason Tang Shan is so extraordinary is probably because it's easier to find a suitable training environment for his spirit. After all, it's a base spirit, so maybe all you need for a good training environment is plenty of people.

Dugu Bo racked his brains, trying his best to deceive Prince Xuexin, and made speculations that even he himself did not believe.

"That's certainly possible. Maybe the main body martial soul is only good at cultivation and is useless in other aspects. That seems quite reasonable. The main body martial soul is not without advantages. Its advantage is that it can cultivate quickly. It's like a silver-plated spearhead, which looks good but is not useful."

Prince Xuexin seemed to understand, and believed Dugu Bo's explanation.

Dugu Bo was completely stunned: No, you actually believed a few random words I made up? Weren't you quite perceptive just now? Could it be that you were taking the medication intermittently and now the effects are kicking in again?

Just then, Dugu Yan came out of the room, carrying a small brocade medicine bag in her hand, and gently placed it on the table between Dugu Bo and Prince Xuexin.

Her emerald-green hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall, with a few stray strands clinging to her forehead, making her skin appear as white as cold jade.

Her eyebrows were slender yet carried a touch of heroism; her eyelashes were long and delicate like butterfly wings; her deep purple pupils were like a frozen pool, without a ripple; her nose was small and pert; her lips were clearly defined and a natural pale pink; her whole person exuded a cool and aloof aura that kept people at a distance, yet could not hide the unique and exquisite beauty of a young girl.

Prince Xuexin was stunned by what she saw.

"Grandpa, this is the medicine that has just been brewed."

Dugu Yan spoke in a clear, cold voice.

“Niece Dugu, the medicine is ready. Let me see if it’s any different from your grandfather’s.”

Once she came to her senses, Prince Xuexin eagerly picked up the medicine packet from the table, opened it, and examined it carefully. Inside was a small packet of red powder, and a faint smell of blood lingered in her nostrils.

Prince Xuexin seemed a little impatient, and dipped a small amount with her fingertip and put it in her mouth.

A surge of scorching warmth instantly coursed through his entire body, squeezing out the full potential of every cell and every inch of tissue, which then converged into a warm current that flowed into his waist.

The unnatural flush on his face, which had clearly subsided, intensified again. He gave Dugu Yan a thumbs-up: "Niece Dugu, your medicine-brewing skills are excellent. The medicine is even more effective than your grandfather's."

As he spoke, he subconsciously glanced at Dugu Yan, who, despite her young age, possessed a striking beauty, before turning to Dugu Bo: "Your Majesty Dugu, how about arranging a marriage between my niece and my good-for-nothing son?"

Dugu Bo's expression darkened, and he couldn't help but think of a boy who was almost identical to his father, with a pale face and weak blood.

"No need. Let my granddaughter choose her own future. It's best for elders not to interfere."

"OK then."

A hint of regret appeared on Prince Xuexin's face, and a glint of lewd regret flashed in his eyes.

If Dugu Yan really becomes his daughter-in-law, wouldn't he have to check his son's health before the wedding? It's a pity about this snake woman who is destined to be beautiful in the future; I wonder who will benefit from her.

Feeling the blood in her body gradually becoming restless, Prince Xuexin stood up.

"Your Majesty Dugu, I have other matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first. Since Tang Shan is a good-for-nothing, let him fend for himself at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy."

After saying this, he strode towards the gate of the Dugu residence.

After watching the other party leave, the Dugu residence returned to its desolate state, and an eerie silence temporarily settled over the hall.

In the end, it was Dugu Bo who spoke first. He was very careful, as if he were holding a fragile object, and asked softly, "Yanyan, don't you blame Grandpa anymore?"

Dugu Yan forced a smile: "Perhaps this is the destiny that the Azure Scale Serpent Clan is destined to bear in its rise to power through the characteristics of its martial soul. Since it rose because of poison, it is also destined to perish because of poison. At least now we have found a solution, haven't we?"

"Yan Yan..."

Dugu Bo reached out and touched his granddaughter's head, unsure of what to say.

"Grandpa, it's okay. It's just that the truth has really shocked me. I might need a few days to recover."

Seemingly wanting to escape the truth about the family poisoning she learned yesterday, Dugu Yan took the initiative to start a conversation.

"By the way, Grandpa, what kind of medicine did you ask me to concoct? Why does Princess Xuexin seem so happy?"

"That's called 'Depleting Essence and Spirit Powder,' a special kind of poison."

"Then why would he volunteer to try the drug? Doesn't that mean he's a little crazy?"

Dugu Yan was clearly surprised by Dugu Bo's unexpected answer, her mouth agape in astonishment.

Dugu Bo's expression was somewhat strange: "Some people use it as a special aphrodisiac."

Having grown up in a family of medicine and poison experts since childhood, Dugu Yan naturally knew what aphrodisiacs were. She was somewhat puzzled: "If you want to achieve a similar effect to an aphrodisiac, wouldn't whale glue be a good choice? Why doesn't he use whale glue? With his power, surely he can get his hands on it?"

“Whale glue has no effect on him anymore. All the tonics that are harmless to the body, all the ones he can get his hands on, have lost their effectiveness. Even some obviously harmful drugs are no longer very effective for him. The only thing that can make him feel a noticeable effect right now is our Dugu family's Essence and Spirit Depletion Powder, but the side effects of this medicine are quite severe.”

"What side effects?"

Intrigued, Dugu Yan moved a small stool over and prepared to listen to her grandfather's lecture. As for why she didn't sit in the seat that Prince Xuexin had just been sitting in, Dugu Yan explained that she utterly despised such a person. She had already decided to have her grandfather clear out a space specifically for Prince Xuexin's chair, so that if he came to visit again, she could give him that chair to sit in, and she wouldn't let him ruin the rest of their chairs anymore.

"Depleting essence and spirit powder, as the name suggests, is a method that depletes the energy of the mind and body to enhance kidney function. This depletion does not refer to the superficial loss of mental or physical strength, but rather to the depletion of the very essence and physical strength."

Especially for mental strain, the side effects are most severe. After all, the kidneys correspond to the bone marrow, and the brain is also known as the "sea of ​​marrow." Therefore, excessive use of this drug can cause abnormalities in the brain itself. It's a slow poison; in the end, it either turns you into a fool or kills you due to the excessive workload.

Dugu Yan fell silent, speechless at Prince Xuexin's baffling actions.

"I suspect that Xuexin has lost her mind. She came over just now wanting me to deal with Tang Shan, but Tang Shan helped me and Yan Yan so much, and even saved your life, so naturally I won't agree to his request."

I originally intended to stall him for time and see if I could keep him calm while I figured out how to handle the situation later, but I never expected him to believe my random ramblings.

At this point, his expression became somewhat strange: "Anyway, I've done a lot of dirty work for him over the years, dealt with many competitors, and even helped him get whale sap at sea. I've almost repaid his life-saving debt. If he insists on courting death and messes with that kid Tang Shan, I can't protect him. After all, Tang Shan not only has the First Prince behind him, but his master is also a mysterious and unpredictable master who has never shown his face. I value my promises, and I'm not stupid. I won't be as stubborn as him and fail to see the situation clearly."

"Tangshan?"

Dugu Yan murmured to herself, her eyes filled with complex emotions. Dugu Bo had already told her the whole story, in which Tang Shan played a crucial role from beginning to end, which gave Dugu Yan a special feeling for the boy who defeated Yu Tianheng with a single punch.

Hearing his granddaughter's murmurs and seeing the complicated expression on her face, Dugu Bo's heart stirred. He smiled and teased, "Yanyan, how about Grandpa goes and mentions it to the First Prince? I'll arrange a marriage between you and Tang Shan. That young man has such strength at such a young age, and he even helped you get rid of the poison. He's definitely a perfect match!"

Dugu Yan's cheeks flushed slightly, and she glared at him reproachfully: "Grandpa! You just said I could choose for myself, how come you changed your mind so quickly?"

As she spoke, she stood up and reached out to tickle Dugu Bo: "I think you just want to be lazy and think I'm troublesome."

Dugu Bo was prepared, and he jumped back with a smile, pleading for mercy as he dodged: "Hey, Yan Yan, have mercy! Grandpa just thinks that kid is reliable! Besides, if you really don't want to, would Grandpa force you?"

Looking at the vibrant smile that had returned to his granddaughter's face, the smile in his eyes grew even wider: To be honest, Tangshan is indeed a good place. If Yanyan really likes it, he, as her grandfather, will naturally give it his full support.

……

It seems like today is Qin Ming's class. Are you a graduate of Shrek Academy? Let's see what you have to say.

P.S.: That's all. Five chapters today, 15000 words. Oh, and two thanks: Reader 20250115081453561 for 24 monthly tickets, and Yan Chao_bc for 20 monthly tickets. The author sincerely thanks all readers for their support.

Chapter 136 Reencounter with Yu Tianheng, Shattering the Filter

The teaching at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy differs from that of Tang Shan's previous life. There is no clear division of academic years, and the graduation requirements are not particularly demanding. As long as one becomes a Soul Master before the age of thirty, one can graduate from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. This requirement is quite simple.

There is no fixed class schedule. Instead, teachers teach martial spirit theory in the teaching building every day. Students can listen if they want, or they can practice on their own if they don't want to. The only requirements for student attendance are the practical courses and the fixed daily training courses.

This can only be described as being very much in line with the teaching model that Tangshan speculated a true Soul Master Academy should have.

After all, this is the Douluo Continent, where all other professions are inferior, and only Soul Masters are superior.