Douluo Continent: Blue Overlord

Silence descended once more upon the mountain valley, as if the air itself had frozen.

Yu Tiancheng's gaze was fixed on Dugu Bo. Whether he could turn an enemy into a friend, or even recruit this titled Douluo, all depended on this one move.

In his original plan, this could have been done gradually.

He scouted out Tian Dou City, waiting for the opportune moment when Dugu Bo would reappear after his disappearance;

Once the location of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eyes is confirmed, look for the next gap in its "disappearance" and then collect all the immortal herbs.

His plan was to make a fortune quietly and without anyone noticing.

However, plans can never keep up with changes, and in order to cope with major security risks in the future, we have no choice but to take a small risk for now.

The silence didn't last long.

Finally, the poisonous mist that had been churning around Dugu Bo due to his intense emotional fluctuations slowly receded and subsided, eventually disappearing completely into his body without leaking out again.

The chilling atmosphere that made one feel as if they had fallen into an ice cave seemed to be swept away by an invisible warm breeze, dissipating by more than half.

Dugu Bo's hunched body seemed to straighten up a bit. Although his face was still expressionless, the coldness and killing intent that kept people at a distance had completely disappeared.

He didn't speak, but his gesture already showed that he had let go of his hostility.

Yu Yuanzhen was incredibly shrewd; he saw Dugu Bo withdraw the poisonous mist and his breathing ease.

His tense nerves relaxed instantly, and an overwhelming joy surged into his heart like a tide!

With an ally at the level of a Title Douluo, plus this blessed land full of treasures before us, we've really struck gold this time!

Yu Tiancheng took in all of this, and the huge weight that had been hanging over his heart finally lifted; the biggest obstacle had been removed.

"Senior," Yu Tiancheng stepped forward, his voice steady and powerful, carrying an undeniable solemnity.

"Since you have made your choice, then I hereby swear an oath."

As long as Yu Tiancheng has a breath left, he will do everything in his power to protect and support the Dugu family!

May Heaven and Earth punish me, and may my soul be annihilated, if I break this oath!

These resounding vows reached Dugu Bo's ears, dispelling the last trace of doubt in his heart.

A rare, gentle smile appeared on that perpetually gloomy face: "Very well!"

"Hahaha! You old poisoner, from now on we're family!"

"If you need anything, just say the word, don't hesitate!"

Yu Yuanzhen was overjoyed and stepped forward with a swagger, patting his chest and promising: the other party had given up such a valuable place, so it was only right and proper to give back.

Dugu Bo had some reservations about Yu Yuanzhen's temperament, but at that moment, his mind raced and an idea popped into his head.

A glint of light flashed in his eyes, and he tentatively asked:

"You said it yourself! Then I won't stand on ceremony! Your precious grandson... that marriage with the Heavenly Dou royal family, it seems it didn't work out, right?"

Although the words were not explicitly stated, the intention behind the marriage was already quite obvious.

"Hey! You old poisoner, you've got quite the appetite! You're trying to snatch away my most precious treasure right off the bat!" Yu Yuanzhen feigned anger, blowing his beard and glaring, but there was no real rage in his tone.

When Dugu Bo saw that he did not refuse outright, he was overjoyed. Could it be that there was really a chance for this?

Yu Yuanzhen snorted irritably at his appearance:

"Asking me about this is useless! Tiancheng has his own ideas!"

As soon as he finished speaking, several pairs of eyes focused on Yu Tiancheng.

"Uh... well..." Yu Tiancheng subconsciously touched his cheek, turned his face away, and said with a hint of barely perceptible embarrassment in his voice, "I think... we could try getting to know each other first?"

Yu Yuanzhen and Dugu Bo exchanged a glance, then burst into a hearty laugh that conveyed their unspoken understanding.

Yu Xiaohong couldn't help but chuckle. She gently poked her son's slightly flushed cheek with her slender finger and exclaimed in surprise, "Oh my! I haven't seen you look this shy in years since you stopped wetting the bed!"

"Mom!" Yu Tiancheng blushed deeply when his mother exposed his shortcomings in public, and he was so embarrassed that he almost jumped up and down.

Upon seeing this, everyone burst into good-natured laughter again.

Seeing that the laughter wasn't going to stop anytime soon, Yu Tiancheng sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation. He had no choice but to steer the conversation back on track, pointing to the shimmering, colorful garden of immortal herbs, and said loudly:

"Ahem! Business comes first! It's time to distribute the immortal herbs!"

Yu Tiancheng's reminder successfully drew everyone's attention away from the teasing and focused their gaze back on the invaluable treasure before them.

"Tiancheng," Yu Yuanzhen said with a pleased smile, speaking first, "Now that you recognize these rare treasures of heaven and earth, you have full authority to decide how to distribute them!"

After he finished speaking, he glanced at the other three people, who all nodded in agreement.

Without further hesitation, Yu Tiancheng walked to a strange fruit that was entirely crimson, resembling a giant dragon coiled around it, with a longan-sized fruit at its top, its interior seemingly flowing with golden-red blood. He carefully picked it and solemnly handed it to Yu Yuanzhen:

"Grandpa, this thing is called 'Dragon Marrow Blood Essence Fruit'! Legend has it that this fruit can only be grown in the place where a true dragon's bones are buried."

Consuming it can greatly strengthen muscles, bones, and flesh, and grant one a trace of true dragon power.

If the martial soul itself is of the dragon type, there is an extremely high chance of triggering its evolution!

Upon hearing this, even with his composure as a Title Douluo, Yu Yuanzhen couldn't help but gasp in shock!

Martial Soul Evolution!

This is the ultimate opportunity that almost every Soul Master in the Douluo Continent dreams of!

Soul bones are revered as the Blood River's most precious treasure, but compared to divine objects that can trigger the evolution of martial souls, their value is worlds apart!

Yu Yuanzhen sensed something unusual about his martial soul, which further convinced him of the fruit's efficacy. However, he didn't immediately accept it; instead, he looked at Yu Tiancheng with a hint of hesitation:

"Tiancheng, you said before that your martial soul cultivation requires your body to contain a large amount of blood energy,

"Would this item also be of great benefit to you?"

Yu Tiancheng shook his head, his tone firm: "Grandpa, the immortal herb is a creation of heaven and earth, with domineering medicinal properties. Consuming it can change and enhance one's innate talent and foundation."

However, if taken in excess, it can cause adverse drug reactions and backfire.

My grandson's goal is those two mutually reinforcing yet mutually restraining immortal herbs, to temper himself with the power of ice and fire, and achieve a true transformation!

Yu Yuanzhen was relieved and accepted the Dragon Marrow Blood Essence Fruit containing immense dragon power.

Next, Yu Tiancheng walked toward two immortal herbs that were different in shape but exuded a strong aura of thunder.

A plant, its entire body gleaming as if cast in gold, with tiny golden sparks dancing on the edges of its blades;

The other was as dark as black jade, with deep, purplish-black lightning flowing across its leaves.

Although their auras are completely opposite, they subtly resonate with each other.

He carefully picked the two herbs and handed them to his parents:

"These two herbs are called 'Dragon Emperor Thunder Grass' and 'Abyss Dragon Dark Lightning Grass,' one yang and one yin, complementing each other."

"If you each take this, not only will it greatly enhance your own lightning attributes, but it may also, due to the balance of Yin and Yang and the resonance of your origins, give rise to a Martial Soul Fusion Skill!"

Yu Xiaohong and Wang Zhi exchanged a glance, and they both sensed a trace of longing from their martial souls within this immortal herb.

Their eyes were filled with surprise and anticipation as they carefully accepted the wondrous herb containing the power of Yin and Yang thunder.

Finally, Yu Tiancheng arrived at a Ganoderma lucidum that was a warm, deep purple color, with its canopy layered like a pagoda and radiating a soft, spiritual light.

Dugu Bo stared at him with shining eyes, eager to see what kind of immortal herb the other would choose for him.