In Douluo Continent, the Pope used me as a substitute for my first love.

Chapter 135 The Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire (Part 1)

"...I lost my composure."

Seeing Dugu Bo suddenly become somewhat reserved, Wang Zhao smiled faintly and shook his head.

"It's alright, it's only human nature."

Seeing this, Dugu Bo calmed down a bit. His expression changed several times, but he finally asked again in as calm a tone as possible:

"Grand Tutor Wang Zhao, may I ask, what else have you discerned?"

Hearing the other person use the word "please," Wang Zhao raised an eyebrow slightly, understanding that he at least trusted her medical skills now, and continued:

"The reason you were poisoned is likely not only due to your martial spirit, but also to the meditation method you practiced, or perhaps poison techniques. This will likely cause your descendants to inherit similar symptoms."

"That's right..."

Dugu Bo thought of his son who had died from poison and his beloved granddaughter Dugu Yan, and couldn't help but nod.

"Although I still don't understand how you managed to control this terrifying poison from taking effect, I suppose you must have consumed some rare and precious herbs, or lived in a special environment for many years."

A strange light flashed in Dugu Bo's eyes.

"However, none of this can help you for a lifetime. In no more than 20 years, as your symptoms continue to worsen, even if you don't die from the poison itself, you will be tormented to death by the pain caused by the toxin's backlash!"

In an instant, especially upon hearing the last two words "death," even Dugu Bo, a titled Douluo, paled slightly.

Furthermore, although he had a premonition that he would eventually succumb to this poison, he never expected that the time limit would be no more than twenty years, and that he would not even have a good end...

Dugu Bo: I'm drenched in sweat!

Thinking this, Dugu Bo remained silent for a moment, the innocent smile of his beloved granddaughter flashing through his mind. Finally, he sighed softly, humbled himself, and approached Wang Zhao, bowing slightly as he spoke in a low voice:

"Your Majesty... I beg you, Grand Tutor Wang, to save me, to save my granddaughter, to save my Dugu family!"

"I, Dugu Bo, hereby swear that if you can cure the backlash poison of my Dugu family, I will do whatever you ask of me in the future, as long as it doesn't cross my bottom line!"

Wang Zhao opened his mouth, quickly stood up and turned to the side, then gently helped Dugu Bo up.

"What are you doing, senior? I will do my best to heal and save lives. As for repaying me, we can discuss it another time. Your attitude is too much for me."

Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo was deeply moved. He straightened his posture and then said with a hint of determination:

"I, Dugu Bo, have always valued my word above all else. I never take back what I say, and I always keep my promises."

Wang Zhao, no longer feigning reluctance, finally nodded in agreement.

Afterwards, the two huddled together to discuss some knowledge of toxicology and pharmacology. Dugu Bo was convinced of Wang Zhao's genuine erudition, and his last trace of hesitation vanished. He immediately took the initiative to speak:

"I have a treasure land where many rare and exotic plants grow, and two terrifying energies of ice and fire rage around it. However, for some reason, they can coexist and achieve a kind of miraculous balance. It is thanks to this that the poison in my body has been suppressed for many years."

"Grand Tutor Wang is an expert in pharmacology. The backlash from the toxins in my body cannot be cured by ordinary medicines. It requires the assistance of precious drugs. If you trust me, you can come with me alone. You can take any herbs you want there..."

At this point, Dugu Bo suddenly remembered his infamous reputation as a "drug tyrant," gave a wry smile, and continued:

"Well, never mind, there's probably no point in hiding it. If the Grand Tutor is worried, you can bring His Majesty Qianhuang from outside as well."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhao remained silent for a moment, sorting out his thoughts and calming his somewhat agitated emotions before shaking his head slightly.

"There's nothing to worry about."

But listen to what he said.

"After all, I also believe in His Majesty Dugu's character and sincerity."

Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo's emotions deepened even further, and he finally said:

"Thanks."

Wang Zhao: ...

He suddenly thought of the phrase, "Look, he should thank us," and a slight sense of guilt welled up in his heart. Then, as if remembering something, his expression became firm again.

To say that he trusted Dugu Bo solely based on the original text wouldn't be accurate, since it's easy to lack vigilance, especially towards strangers—that would be a death sentence. However, he had his own trump cards, and he was also intentionally trying to win over the Dugu family's elite... ah, I mean, to get them on the big ship to a bright future, which is why he was willing to show this seemingly risky trust.

In short, Wang Xiaozhao is not some "tight-fisted guy" who dislikes the thrill of walking on thin ice and believes it's better to be down-to-earth as much as possible.

Before long, Wang Zhao left Dugu Bo to stay in the quiet room for a while, while he went out to find Elder Brother Qianjun and Qian Renxue.

"Xiao Zhao, are you leaving in such a hurry? Won't you stay another night?"

When Qian Renxue heard Wang Zhao suddenly say that he would be leaving for a considerable period of time, although she was prepared, she was still somewhat reluctant to part with him.

"No."

Wang Zhao shook his head and said with a smile:

"The time has come, and there's no time to lose. Besides, there are quite a few things here in Tiandou City that need to be handled personally by our clever and intelligent Xiaoxue."

Qian Renxue couldn't help but purse her lips.

"Leave all this miscellaneous stuff to me. I think you just consider me one of those 'working stiffs' you mentioned, huh!"

Wang Zhao's smile became a little awkward, and he turned to look at his elder brother Qianjun.

"I'll need your help with overseeing Heaven Dou City and informing Spirit City about that matter..."

"rest assured."

Qianjun Douluo nodded steadily.

Afterwards, Wang Zhao returned to the quiet room, found Dugu Bo, and the two chatted for a short time before quietly leaving together and disappearing into the night.

……

A hundred miles east of Tiandou City, the two entered the Sunset Forest. Led by Dugu Bo, Wang Zhao quickly approached the core area of ​​the Sunset Forest. They eventually safely passed through a terrifying poisonous barrier, and then a dense forest came into view. After crossing half a small mountain, the two finally saw an inverted cone-shaped valley.

The small hilltop where they were located was on the edge of this valley, where thick, humid heat rose from the valley, carrying a distinctive sulfurous smell.

Dugu Bo didn't take Wang Zhao through any twists and turns; they simply flew steadily down the mountainside and arrived at the dark, secluded valley.

Then, Wang Zhao raised his head slightly and saw that the hot spring was divided into two parts. The colors of the hot spring water in the oval pools were milky white and vermilion respectively. Although they were in the same pool, they were clearly separated and did not invade each other, always staying on their own side.

Twins at a glance, two opposing forces...

This is exactly the legendary—

The Yin-Yang Eye of Ice and Fire!

(End of this chapter)