Douluo Continent: Hit me and I'll get your divine gear, Bibi Dong is addicted!

After returning to the Hall of Worship, Golden Crocodile Douluo did not sleep well all night.

He held the fragment of the Black-grade Golden Crocodile Soul Bone in his hand, turning it over and over in his hands.

He used his mental energy to probe again and again, confirming that this was not an illusion, not a dream, but a real treasure.

"Fifth brother, are you still looking at that fragment?"

The voice of the Demon-Slaying Douluo came from next door, tinged with a helpless smile.

Golden Crocodile Douluo did not answer, but simply put the fragment into his pocket and closed his eyes.

But Su Chen's calm face and those casual words kept echoing in his mind—"If you go all out, you might be able to get something even better."

Better.

Above Black level is Red level, and even Gold level.

Golden Crocodile Douluo took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down. He had cultivated in the Hall of Offerings for so many years; what storms hadn't he weathered? How could a mere Soul Master disturb his peace of mind?

But the more I told myself to calm down, the stronger the impulse in my heart became.

The next morning, Golden Crocodile Douluo got up.

Without alerting anyone else, he walked out of the main hall alone and headed towards the west side hall.

The city of Wuhun was shrouded in a thin mist in the early morning, and there were few pedestrians on the streets.

Golden Crocodile Douluo walked slowly, each step steady and powerful. He needed to figure out one thing—what did he really want?

Do they want the treasure, or are they trying to test Su Chen's true strength?

After thinking for a long time, he came to an answer: he wanted both.

Upon arriving at the entrance of the side hall, Golden Crocodile Douluo stopped in his tracks.

The palace door was ajar, and a faint light shone from inside. He could sense that Su Chen was inside, his breathing steady and deep, as if he were cultivating.

Golden Crocodile Douluo did not rush to open the door, but stood outside and said in a deep voice, "Mr. Su Chen, Golden Crocodile has come to visit."

A moment later, Su Chen's voice came from inside the hall: "Please come in."

Golden Crocodile Douluo pushed open the door and entered.

Su Chen was sitting by the window, holding a cup of hot tea, looking relaxed. When he saw Golden Crocodile Douluo enter, he didn't get up, but simply nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

"Golden Crocodile Douluo is here really early; it's not even dawn yet."

Golden Crocodile Douluo walked to the center of the hall, his gaze falling on Su Chen. Su Chen looked much the same as yesterday, still with that lazy demeanor. But Golden Crocodile Douluo keenly sensed that the soul power fluctuations around Su Chen were slightly stronger than yesterday.

Another breakthrough?

Golden Crocodile Douluo was startled, but he didn't show it.

"Mr. Su Chen, I thought about what happened yesterday all night."

Su Chen put down her teacup and looked up at him: "Have you figured it out?"

"I've figured it out." Golden Crocodile Douluo nodded. "I want to try again."

Su Chen's lips curled slightly upward as he stood up and walked to the center of the hall. He stretched his limbs, and his bones made a soft cracking sound.

"We can start anytime."

Golden Crocodile Douluo did not rush to attack, but took a deep breath and slowly channeled his soul power.

Nine spirit rings appeared neatly beneath his feet—two yellow, two purple, and five black. Golden light emanated from his body, the unique aura of the Golden Crocodile Martial Soul, domineering and sharp.

This time, he was prepared to go all out.

Yesterday's attack was merely a test, using only 70% of his strength. Today, he wants to see if Su Chen can remain unharmed under his full power, and what level of treasure he can obtain.

Golden soul power condensed in his palm, and the phantom of the golden crocodile became increasingly clear. The phantom opened its massive jaws, revealing its stark white fangs, as if it wanted to devour everything.

"Mr. Su Chen, I apologize for the inconvenience."

As soon as he finished speaking, golden soul power burst forth.

The power of this attack far surpassed that of yesterday; the air itself seemed to explode with a sharp, forceful roar. Golden light illuminated the entire side hall, even dispersing some of the morning mist outside the window.

The soul power landed on Su Chen, and an invisible barrier instantly appeared.

hum-

After a muffled tremor, all attacks were completely neutralized. Su Chen stood motionless, not even the hem of his clothes fluttering.

[Ding! Attacked by Golden Crocodile Douluo (Level 96, Full Power)!]

[Shield Value -200]

Physical strength greatly increased!

[Slight increase in soul power!]

[Dropped Item: Black-grade Golden Crocodile Martial Soul Evolution Fluid x1]

A bottle of golden liquid fell to the ground. The bottle was transparent, and the liquid inside was like molten gold, emitting a faint golden glow.

Golden Crocodile Douluo's pupils contracted, and he bent down to pick up the bottle. Under the probing of his spiritual power, his hand began to tremble slightly.

"Soul Evolution Fluid... Golden Crocodile Soul Evolution Fluid!"

His voice was trembling.

Golden Crocodile Douluo has been stuck at level 96 for many years, and the potential of his martial soul has almost been exhausted. This bottle of evolution fluid can raise the quality of his Golden Crocodile martial soul by one level, breaking through the ceiling of its potential.

"Mr. Su Chen, this..."

Golden Crocodile Douluo looked up at Su Chen, his eyes filled with shock and gratitude.

Su Chen waved his hand: "Take it, don't be shy. Want to continue?"

Golden Crocodile Douluo took a deep breath and solemnly put the evolution fluid into his pocket.

"continue."

He didn't want to waste this opportunity. Since he was already there, he was going to fight until he was satisfied.

The second blow.

The golden soul power erupted once more, even more fiercely than the first strike. Golden Crocodile Douluo pushed the soul power within his body to its limit, even faintly touching the peak of level ninety-six.

[Ding! Attacked by Golden Crocodile Douluo!]

[Shield Value -210]

Physical strength greatly increased!

[Slight increase in soul power!]

[Dropped Item: Black-grade Golden Crocodile Soul Bone Fragment x1]

Another golden shard fell.

Golden Crocodile Douluo picked up the fragments, his joy beyond words. Two soul bone fragments, plus the one from yesterday, brought him to three. With ten fragments, he could synthesize a complete Golden Crocodile Soul Bone.

"Again!"

The third strike.

[Ding! Attacked by Golden Crocodile Douluo!]

[Shield Value -210]

[Dropped Item: Black-grade Soul Power Breakthrough Pill x1]

The fourth strike.

[Ding! Attacked by Golden Crocodile Douluo!]

[Shield Value -210]

[Dropped Item: Black-grade Golden Crocodile Armor Blueprint x1]

A yellowed blueprint fell to the ground, showing the structural diagram of a set of golden armor, marked with dense inscriptions and soul power circuits.

Golden Crocodile Douluo picked up the blueprints and examined them carefully for a moment, his shock growing stronger.

"Golden Crocodile Armor... Soul Tool blueprint? A defensive soul tool that, once worn, can greatly enhance defense and also amplify the Golden Crocodile Martial Soul's attack?"

He looked up at Su Chen, his eyes filled with disbelief.

"Mr. Su Chen, is there anything in your system that can't be retrieved?"

Su Chen thought for a moment and answered seriously, "We haven't found anything yet."

Golden Crocodile Douluo was speechless.

He unleashed his full power four times in a row, acquiring four Black-grade items, each priceless. Especially that bottle of Martial Soul Evolution Liquid; he wouldn't agree to trade it for a city.

"Mr. Su Chen, that's enough for today."

Golden Crocodile Douluo put away all his items and bowed slightly to Su Chen.

His bow was sincere.

In all his years in the temple, he had never bowed his head to anyone. But today, he was willing.

"Golden Crocodile Douluo, you're too kind." Su Chen sat back down in his chair, picked up his teacup, and said, "When you get back, please pass on a message to the other elders for me."

"What did you say?"

"Just tell them they're welcome to come anytime. A visit here is guaranteed to be worthwhile."

Golden Crocodile Douluo's lips twitched.

Does this person really treat the Hall of Offerings like a buffet? Coming and going as they please, fighting whenever they want?

But he had to admit that Su Chen was right. Coming here was definitely worth it.

"I will pass on the message." Golden Crocodile Douluo nodded, "However, I cannot guarantee that the Grand Elder will be able to come."

"A thousand streams?"

Su Chen raised an eyebrow. "A level 99 Peerless Douluo, if I could come here once, might drop a gold-grade item."

Golden Crocodile Douluo remained silent for a moment.

"The matter of the Grand Master is not something I can decide. I can only pass on your message; whether he comes or not is up to him."

"That's enough." Su Chen nodded. "Thank you."

Golden Crocodile Douluo didn't say anything more, turned around and walked out of the side hall.

As he stepped out of the palace gate, he couldn't help but look back.

Su Chen remained seated by the window, holding a teacup, his expression relaxed. The morning light bathed him in a soft golden glow.

Who exactly is this young man?

Golden Crocodile Douluo shook his head and turned to leave.

Unbeknownst to him, shortly after he left, a new notification popped up on Su Chen's system panel.

[Ding! Total number of attacks withstood by Title Douluo-level attackers: 50!]

[Hidden Achievement Unlocked: Douluo Nemesis!]

[Reward: Shield Value Regeneration Speed ​​+1% / Permanent]

Su Chen looked at the notification and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

How fast does Aegis regenerate?

He'd love for the Aegis value to be depleted even faster; why would he want to restore it?

However, something is better than nothing.

He turned off the control panel and continued drinking his tea.

Today's plan has only just begun. Golden Crocodile Douluo has left, but there are still people waiting in line.

"Next."

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Note: Higher damage doesn't guarantee a red-grade item drop; it's entirely based on luck. Damage is just a prerequisite; luck is key. It's clear that Golden Crocodile Douluo's luck wasn't great.