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

Chapter 197 Poison Bone Douluo's Challenge

Based on this foundation, and with the addition of the Star Luo Spirit Pearl, a magical herb later given to him by Wang Zhao, Dugu Bo was able to take a significant step forward in his cultivation while undergoing the transformation of his martial soul. Through the digestion of this process, he even increased his soul power by two levels.

It's important to understand that this isn't just the first or second level of soul power of a Soul Master or a Great Soul Master; it's the power of a Title Douluo!

Basically, each level advancement for a Title Douluo requires a long period of time and is not guaranteed to succeed; it depends on opportunity. There are no examples like Dugu Bo, who suddenly advanced two levels in just a few months.

Therefore, in Dugu Bo's view, Wang Zhao was a bit cunning and a little despicable, but in the end, he did help him and even his entire Dugu family. As for the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, without Wang Zhao, it's uncertain whether he and his precious granddaughter would have been able to enjoy the nourishment of immortal herbs in this life. It was for this reason that Dugu Bo ultimately joined the Dragon King Palace, or perhaps the Spirit Hall.

Furthermore, based on the so-called methods of managing subordinates that Wang Zhao had learned in his previous life, he thought that since he had already angered Dugu Bo at the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, he would make it up to him by giving his precious granddaughter the best treatment and resources. He would use both a firm hand and a sweet treat to prevent Dugu Bo from harboring any resentment...

At this moment, when faced with Bone Douluo's question, Dugu Bo simply replied, "I can't tell you that. If you want to know, just join the Dragon King Palace. Anyway, your Bone Dragon Martial Soul is also a dragon."

"Well……"

Gu Rong's expression faltered for a moment, not expecting Dugu Bo to say such a thing. He suddenly realized that, compared to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, it seemed more appropriate for him, with his Bone Dragon Martial Soul, to appear in the Dragon King Palace.

Pshaw, pshaw, pshaw... What are you talking about?!

At this moment, Ning Fengzhi, who was talking to Wang Zhao not far away, seemed to sense something and glanced back at the three Title Douluos with a hint of wariness. He wondered if Wang Zhao had come here with the intention of poaching his daughter, since he had "kindly" invited him to his daughter's birthday party.

For some reason, Ning Fengzhi suddenly recalled a scene from years ago outside the Clear Sky Sect's headquarters, a scene that had become a topic of conversation for many Soul Masters across the continent, especially that one sentence—

The skill of the ragged cloak brought peace to the world, but he lost both his wife and his army!

hiss~

He didn't want the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to become the "second generation" of the Haotian School.

At this moment, voices came from the three Title Douluos. They were actually in a large square near the main hall of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. There were many Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School disciples who were busy decorating with lanterns and decorations, as well as some people from various forces or nobles who had also been invited by Ning Fengzhi.

They dared not openly approach Wang Zhao and Ning Fengzhi, and the three Title Douluo dared not approach at all. They simply walked very quietly and slowly, silently listening to the words of these five figures who could be said to stand at the highest level of power on the continent.

After all, almost everyone present knew that, not to mention the three dignitaries, even Ning Fengzhi, a Soul Saint, or Wang Zhao, a young man, were undoubtedly powerful figures who could influence the continent's格局 (geju, a term referring to the overall situation or landscape) with a stomp of their foot or a single move.

Of course, since Wang Zhao and Ning Fengzhi were talking in the square as if no one else was around, they tacitly avoided discussing any sensitive topics and remained polite as usual, as if they had a very good relationship. As for the three titled Douluo, being top-tier experts, they were even less concerned about the occasion.

Bone Douluo immediately cursed, "Get lost, you old poisoner! Don't try to sow discord here. I have a very deep bond with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School disciples coming and going around him finally relaxed.

Heaven knows what a strange feeling they had when they realized that their own sect's guardian Douluo, the strongest shield, seemed to be more compatible with another major power.

Fortunately, their own grandfather was indeed the best, and they sincerely declared that Gu Rong was more handsome than Chen Xin... for just a minute.

Ancient Banyan: All my efforts were in vain.

"Oh, how deep can it be?"

Dugu Bo then glanced sideways at Gu Rong.

"You old poisoner..."

After being provoked by Dugu Bo time and again, Gu Rong paused, then seemed to understand something, and his gaze deepened.

"What, you've only just broken through to level 94, and you're already eager to challenge me?"

"Hmph~"

Dugu Bo slightly raised his head.

"Wasn't it you who wanted to spar with me first? Otherwise, why would I have come to your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School with my Palace Master today? Just to attend a little girl's birthday banquet? You may treat her like a princess, but I don't think she has the face to have a Title Douluo come to entertain her."

"Are you confident you can beat me?"

Gu Rong also lost his temper at this moment, especially after hearing that Dugu Bo seemed to have offended Ning Rongrong, whom he regarded as his own granddaughter. He raised his head slightly, even higher than Dugu Bo, and looked down at him disdainfully.

"You must understand, no matter what, I am a level 95 Title Douluo. Even if I have just crossed the threshold, I am still a true Super Douluo. The difference between you and me is not as simple as just one level. It is almost comparable to the difference between a Soul Douluo and a Title Douluo."

"Under these circumstances, how can you fight me? Although I am more skilled in defense and unpredictable skills, it doesn't mean I'm inferior in offense. On the contrary, I'm confident I can wear down any Super Douluo at my level. Not to mention..."

"As far as I know, Old Poison Master, you seem to have a hard time fighting against Title Douluo powerhouses of the same level, right?"

Dugu Bo: ...That hurts.

His expression shifted slightly, but as if he had thought of something, he quickly regained his confidence and said, "You old bones, why waste so much breath? Are you going to fight or not?"

"Hmph! Fight, of course we'll fight. I'm just wondering why you, you old poisoner, would bring this up yourself."

Gu Rong, naturally, wouldn't be intimidated by Dugu Bo's still confident demeanor. He spoke with an air of triumph, then, as if suddenly remembering something, his expression shifted to a mixture of understanding and suspicion as he looked at Dugu Bo, continuing:

"Hmm... wait a minute, I almost forgot that your martial soul has changed, you old poisoner. Does that mean that after transforming into a dragon, you're not only confident you can defeat a Title Douluo of the same level, but you even think you can fight opponents of higher levels?"

Dugu Bo merely gave a faint "humph" in response, remaining noncommittal.

Gu Rong pondered for a moment, but ultimately did not believe that Dugu Bo, who had been so arrogant for so long and could even be called the "shame of the Title Douluo," could defeat him, who had unparalleled defense, simply because his martial soul had changed.

(End of this chapter)