Douluo Continent: Who exactly is my father?

"Little monsters, are you planning to go to Seagod Island?"

Tang San nodded. "Yes, is there a problem?"

Dugu Bo took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "I have bad news for you. Heaven Dou City is under martial law. Everyone is only allowed to enter, not leave."

Upon hearing this, Dai Mubai frowned. "Senior Dugu, why is that? Could it be that something major has happened in the Heaven Dou Empire?"

"Yeah, why can't we even leave the city?" Oscar wondered.

Dugu Bo sighed, "Little monster, Emperor Xueye has been poisoned."

His seemingly innocuous words caused a huge uproar.

Was Emperor Xueye poisoned?

How can this be?

As one of the emperors of the two great empires, if Emperor Xue Ye were to encounter trouble, the situation on the continent, and even the situation of the Heaven Dou Empire, would be thrown into turmoil. First, there was the change of popes in the Spirit Hall, then the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan suffered one after another, and now Emperor Xue Ye is poisoned. All of this is happening too strangely, as if everything was arranged.

On the surface, the Spirit Hall seems to be in the best position, but in reality, a hidden hand is quietly orchestrating everything.

Everyone now understood why Tiandou City was under martial law at this time, to the point that no one was allowed to enter the city. When the emperor of a country is in trouble, it is invariably the most serious matter.

Dugu Bo continued, "Just now, Emperor Xueye was discussing the destruction of the two major sects with his court officials. Emperor Xueye suddenly coughed up blood and fainted. I happened to be in Tiandou City, so Prince Xuexing found me. After my investigation, I found that Emperor Xueye had been poisoned by a mixed poison, and this kind of mixed poison was beyond my control. I had never even seen it before."

“Little monster, you are knowledgeable and experienced, and your skill in using poison is even better than mine. That’s why I’ve come here specifically to find you.”

Tang San pondered for a moment, "Old monster, do you mean I should go with you to the palace to diagnose Emperor Xue Ye..."

Dugu Bo nodded solemnly and said, "I alone can't do it. Besides, as long as Emperor Xueye is not well, you will not be able to leave Tiandou City. At present, Tiandou City is under full martial law. The only way now is for us to join forces."

"Well!"

Tang San turned to look at everyone and said, "Brother Dai, after I leave, I'll leave this place to you. I have a feeling that this matter is far more complicated than I imagined."

Dai Mubai nodded, and then Tang San, Dugu Bo, and Dugu Yan left Shrek Academy and got into a carriage, heading towards the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace.

Inside the carriage, Tang San looked at the old poison master with confusion and said, "Old monster, why did you bring Miss Dugu Yan along? We're supposed to be..."

Before Dugu Bo could speak, Dugu Yan immediately said, "If it weren't for my grandfather's concern for your safety this time, and if it weren't for my teacher's sake, I wouldn't have come to protect you, you heartless wretch. I'm here to protect your safety, and you're still not happy?"

"Forehead……"

Tang San was stunned and speechless after being rebuked by Dugu Yan.

"Fine, I won't argue with you."

"When you get to Poseidon Island, tough times await you!"

Dugu Yan smiled mysteriously. The real good days were just around the corner. In order to become a Title Douluo, she had paid a price far exceeding that of her peers.

Upon hearing this, Tang San couldn't help but shudder. He was well aware of Bo Feng's terrifying power, having trained under him before.

Tang San didn't know how much Dugu Yan, who was still a Soul Master five years ago, had sacrificed to grow to where she is today, but he was certain that the upcoming trip to Seagod Island would be the only major hurdle on her life's journey.

The carriage traveled along the empty streets, with all the doors and windows of every household tightly shut. Tang San and his group looked extremely desolate, as the once bustling and lively scene had vanished without a trace.

Immediately afterwards, the carriage stopped.

The carriage arrived at its destination, the Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace.

Tang San and his companions disembarked from the carriage, having no time to admire the enormous and magnificent palace before them. The atmosphere here was so solemn it was suffocating and terrifying.

Dugu Bo approached the soldiers guarding the city gate, took out a golden token with his right hand, and the long-sealed gate slowly opened, revealing a long passageway with soldiers holding long spears standing on both sides.

He was looking at them with a solemn and dignified expression, his eyes revealing determination and a hint of murderous intent...

The three exchanged a knowing glance, understanding each other perfectly. Tang San had trained in the City of Slaughter, so he naturally had excellent control over killing intent. Ever since entering the palace, Tang San had sensed the strange looks from the others and the unusual nature of these soldiers.

Whether by coincidence or pre-arranged, the soldiers all tied red handkerchiefs around their right hands.

What is this operation?

"These soldiers are so strange, Grandpa, can you sense it? A murderous aura, a faint murderous aura."

Dugu Yan used her soul power to transmit her voice.

Dugu Bo nodded slightly. As a titled Douluo, and a representative of cold-blooded cruelty, these subtle changes could not escape Dugu Bo's eyes. He then looked at Tang San and said, "Little monster, it seems this trip is not ordinary."

"I'm sorry, little monster, I dragged you into this."

Tang San smiled and shook his head. "Old monster, we're practically family."

"With you and Miss Dugu Yan protecting me, I'm not afraid, right, Miss Dugu Yan?"

Dugu Yan: "..."

Chapter Seventy-Two: Let's fight! Let's fight!

Should it be implemented now?

"We have no other choice."

"Once the arrow is released, there's no turning back. Wait, someone's coming..."

In front of the Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace, Xue Qinghe stood with his hands behind his back, his expression calm, and a friendly smile on his face. He gave off a noble yet approachable air, without any of the "airs" of a crown prince.

Standing beside him were two titled Douluo, one named Serpent Spear and the other Porcupine, both with a soul power of level 92.

This place is rarely visited by people. The normally heavily guarded imperial palace is now only occupied by Xue Qinghe and two titled Douluo. The solemn and heavy atmosphere makes people feel uncomfortable.

In the distance, three figures gradually appeared...

Xue Qinghe exchanged a glance with the other two elders, their soul power surging as they prepared for battle...

They're here...

This plan to infiltrate the palace was first devised by the former Pope Bibi Dong. At that time, it was Qian Renxue, the young master of the Spirit Hall, who began to carry it out. She killed the original eldest prince Xue Qinghe, took his place, and ultimately overthrew the Heaven Dou Empire, thus solving some unnecessary troubles for the Spirit Hall to unify the Douluo Continent.

Everything went smoothly at first, but then Qian Renxue encountered Bo Feng. Then, through a series of mishaps by Xiao Bai and Qian Renxue's strong desire to conquer, she stumbled upon the scene.

The plan was overturned; the wind had conquered it. Thus, the revised plan was handled by a different person, now known as "Qian Renxue." For the Spirit Hall, a large and powerful organization, this was merely a trivial matter.

Unexpectedly, something else happened at the Spirit Hall.

Afterwards, Bibi Dong suffered another setback. With Bibi Dong resigning from the position of Pope, this plan has been put on hold ever since.

Even after Qian Xunji ascended to the throne, the palace infiltration plan continued. Over the years, under Qian Xunji's instructions, Xue Qinghe secretly poisoned Emperor Xueye. This was a slow-acting poison, colorless and odorless, causing people to lose their lives without realizing it. If this continued, Emperor Xueye would eventually die suddenly.

The same was true of the previous second and third princes of the palace; they both died at the hands of Qian Renxue. In order to become the crown prince, Qian Renxue plotted a lot, and without exception, everyone who stood in her way was eliminated.

However, that day eventually came...

Just now, Emperor Xueye vomited blood; the long-accumulated poison in his body was on the verge of exploding.

As the saying goes, "one stone stirs up a thousand waves," and under this effect, "Xue Qinghe" had no choice but to take action ahead of schedule.

So much so that when the new pope ascended to the throne, Qian Sulin, who had only recently taken office, was unaware of the existence of this plan.

Therefore, they had no choice but to continue their palace infiltration plan under immense pressure, and the plan had reached its most critical moment.

All that is needed is to kill Emperor Xueye and the heir to the throne, and "Xue Qinghe" will be able to successfully ascend the throne, and the plan can be perfectly implemented.

However, the sudden appearance of the three people in front of him disrupted Xue Qinghe's original plan.

Xue Qinghe, with a calm expression, stepped forward and said with a smile, "It's been a long time, Brother Tang. What brings you here today?"

Tang San stopped, his usual respect for Xue Qinghe gone. He clearly remembered the Serpent Spear Douluo and the Porcupine Douluo behind him. Years ago, on his way to the Spirit Hall, it was the Spirit Hall that attacked him, and the Serpent Spear Douluo was one of the assassins.

From the moment he entered the palace to his meeting with "Xue Qinghe".

Along the way, Tang San had already guessed that this mission would not be easy or pleasant, and might even be life-threatening.

Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan, who were standing behind him, looked at the Serpent Spear and the Porcupine Douluo behind "Xue Qinghe" and were prepared for the worst.

Tang San said, "Your Highness, I have come here to treat His Majesty's illness."

"What is Your Highness's intention in blocking this way?"

Xue Qinghe smiled slightly, "Brother Tang, you've misunderstood. My father's condition isn't too serious, so there's no need for you to worry about it."

"It's such a waste of time that Senior Dugu and Miss Dugu have made a wasted trip. Since they're here, let them stay a little longer in the palace. I want to properly entertain my distinguished guests."

After he finished speaking, the once empty palace instantly became crowded with people, and more and more soldiers began to gather, surrounding Tang San and his companions completely.

Dugu Yan looked around, then at Xue Qinghe, and asked in a low voice, "What does Your Highness mean by this? Is this how the royal family treats distinguished guests?"

Xue Qinghe remained silent, only taking a step back.

Immediately afterwards, more and more soldiers swarmed forward, their gleaming spears aimed at the three men, their eyes no longer able to conceal their killing intent.

Just as the soldiers approached the three, Tang San's spirit rings bloomed beneath his feet, and the Blue Silver Emperor began to grow wildly. Countless Blue Silver Emperors, like sharp blades, pierced through the soldiers' chests, and blood instantly stained the area red.

These soldiers were all disguised disciples of the Spirit Hall. Tang San showed them no mercy and instead used his fourth spirit skill, Blue Silver Thrust Formation, to kill the nearby enemies with a single blow.

White light flashed in Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo's eyes, and two thick, green phosphorescent serpent emperors slowly appeared behind them. The pressure of the titled Douluo instantly crushed the entire scene.

"A 100,000-year-old soul ring?"

The crowd gasped in surprise.

Xue Qinghe smiled and looked at the 100,000-year spirit ring under Tang San's feet, teasingly saying, "Brother Tang San is indeed amazing. It's only been a short time since we last met, and you've already given your elder brother such a big surprise. The source of my younger brother's 100,000-year spirit ring must be very precious."

Xue Qinghe had heard about Qian Xunji's trip to the Star Dou Great Forest to hunt Xiao Wu.

Before Xue Qinghe could finish speaking, Tang San rushed forward, wielding the Blue Silver Overlord Spear, and threw it straight at Xue Qinghe.

The sacrifice of his lover has always been a sore spot for Tang San, and now that "Xue Qinghe" has brought it up, it is tantamount to touching Tang San's bottom line. In addition, "Xue Qinghe" is a member of the Spirit Hall, so there is no point in saying more, and killing him is the only solution.

The Blue Silver Overlord Spear flies at an extremely fast speed. After Tang San's soul power reached the Soul Saint level and he obtained a 100,000-year soul ring, his physical structure was greatly enhanced. Unlike other soul skills, the Blue Silver Overlord Spear is a single-target attack skill. If nothing unexpected happens, Tang San can definitely kill with one strike!

But an accident still happened. The Serpent Spear Douluo swung his serpent spear and knocked the Blue Silver Overlord Spear that was coming at him.

Immediately following, Serpent Spear Douluo stepped forward and swung his serpent spear at Tang San's head. "I didn't kill you back then, but now you've popped up at the most crucial moment. You really are a menace."

"Die!"

Tang San's eyes narrowed, and the Blue Silver Overlord Spear returned to his hand, clashing with the Serpent Spear Douluo's serpent spear. The two erupted in astonishing sparks, and the bricks beneath their feet cracked instantly. The powerful soul power fluctuations permeated everyone present.

Faced with the Serpent Spear Douluo with absolute soul power, Tang San was undoubtedly defeated, and the Blue Silver Overlord Spear in his hand shattered.

Seizing the opportunity, the Serpent Spear Douluo emitted a dazzling golden light, transforming into golden liquid that entered the Serpent Spear. His Martial Soul True Body transformed into a Weapon Soul, just like the Sea Spear Douluo of yesteryear, reaching a completely new level of understanding of Weapon Martial Souls.

Before they could get close to Tang San, a thick snake tail descended from the sky, instantly swatting away the snake spear. On the field, two Azure Phosphorous Serpent Kings stood majestically, their overwhelming pressure preventing the Spirit Hall disciples from advancing.

A few who were not afraid of death have been turned to stone by Medusa's gaze.

Both grandfather and granddaughter possessed Medusa's head soul bone, and Dugu Yan's was a 100,000-year-old Medusa skull. The range and speed of their attacks were several times greater than Dugu Bo's.