Douluo Continent: Building a Divine Kingdom Starting from the Spirit Hall

"Let me see."

Meng Yiran took out the storage soul tool she had previously put away and sensed it with her own soul power.

Perhaps it was because his own martial soul fused with that person's martial soul, causing his soul power to undergo a transformation, allowing him to directly activate this storage soul tool.

They quickly retrieved some change of clothes and other miscellaneous items, as well as clean water, dry food, and some medicine and antidote—common items for entering places like the Soul Beast Forest, nothing special.

However, she quickly found a few books and curiously opened them to read. The first book she saw made her face turn red instantly.

Seeing her junior sister's unusual expression, Dugu Yan curiously moved closer to look, and then blushed as well, but her eyes widened as she looked very seriously.

"Girls shouldn't read this kind of book."

Chaotianxiang, who was standing nearby, also curiously peeked over to take a look. Upon seeing it, she became angry and immediately snatched the book from her granddaughter's hand, closed it, and put it on the other side.

Although the incense was sealed quickly, Meng Shu and Dugu Bo still caught a glimpse of it for a moment. The scene made them both understand it clearly, and they couldn't help but sigh that youth is truly wonderful.

The group then turned their attention to the other four books and notebooks, becoming increasingly curious about them.

The legacy left behind by a prodigy is extremely precious, and it is no exaggeration to say that it is priceless, far more valuable than the soul bones and soul rings he left behind.

Dugu Bo, Meng Shu, Chao Tianxiang, and Xue Qinghe, who had the highest cultivation and vision, each picked up a book, opened it, and read it carefully. They quickly gained something from it and became engrossed in reading.

After a night of this, the four of them had finished reading the four books and notebooks and had all gained quite a bit.

"This book in my hand contains my insights on the cultivation of swordsmanship and spearmanship."

Dugu Bo patted the notebook in his hand and glanced at the books and notes in the hands of the other three people.

"This book contains various secret techniques of the Haotian Sect, including the method of using the Nine-Character Mantra and the Great Sumeru Hammer. However, judging from the way it is written, it is probably not legitimate. It was likely obtained through forced interrogation."

Xue Qinghe recited what was recorded in his notebook and analyzed its origin.

No one was surprised by this, after all, the Haotian Sect had indeed wronged the four major families back then, so it was understandable that the Po Yi Clan would take advantage of the situation. However, now all of this had benefited them.

The joy on the faces of Meng Shu and his wife grew even stronger. They were both weapon spirits, and their snake-head cane and dragon-head cane were heavy weapons, which perfectly matched the Haotian Sect's ultimate techniques.

"These are some spear techniques training methods and some prescriptions for body-strengthening medicinal baths, which should originate from the Broken Clan."

Chao Tianxiang pointed to the booklet in her hand, which she had read yesterday and gained a lot from.

Everyone thought this was normal; he was a prodigy of the Breaking Clan, and it was normal for him to have the inheritance of the Breaking Clan.

Finally, our gaze fell upon the notebook in Meng Shu's hand. What was recorded in it?

"This notebook records a palm technique called Iron Forging Hand, which can form a protective film of soul power on the palm. It not only has a strong ability to resist blows, but can also isolate the erosion of many toxins."

There are further cultivation methods that can be applied to the entire body. The notes record something called Iron Shirt, but there are no detailed cultivation methods, only some insights and experiences. It should be something that person created on their own.

In addition, the latter half contains methods for combining Iron Shirt with medicinal baths for deeper cultivation, fundamentally strengthening the body's muscles and bones. However, this part is not well-documented; that person is likely still developing it.

Excitedly stroking the notebook in his hand, Meng Shu was very envious of this body-refining technique. Once mastered, it would greatly enhance the strength of someone like him.

"Oh? That's great."

"I also possess a body-refining method. If we combine our techniques and work together to deduce a complete set of body-refining secret arts..."

Dugu Bo also became interested. He had the Ice and Fire Body Refining Method, but it was not perfect and had high requirements, so he couldn't let his granddaughter cultivate it.

It would be best if we could use this Iron Shirt technique to improve it.

"I've seen records about the Iron Hand technique. It seems to be a secret technique of the Power Clan, designed to facilitate forging with a heavy hammer, prevent the palms from being worn and injured, and also isolate most toxins."

Xue Qinghe revealed the information he knew. He had once considered subduing the four great families abandoned by the Haotian Sect and had carefully reviewed their detailed information, especially the Power Clan and the Imperial Clan.

Among them are records of the Iron Forging Hands of the Powerful Clan, and they even obtained the cultivation method of the Iron Forging Hands through some means.

However, it seems that the prodigy of the Po clan is even more formidable. He actually created the Iron Shirt technique, which can defend the entire body, based on the unassuming Iron Forging Hand technique. He even combined it with the medical skills and medicines of the Po clan to penetrate deep into the bones and muscles, improve physical fitness, and form a complete set of body-refining secret techniques.

Is this what a prodigy is like?

Indeed, it is beyond the reach of ordinary people.

"Is there no record of spirit rings?"

Dugu Yan, who was a little sleepy after keeping watch all night, yawned, feeling somewhat unwilling.

She had previously suggested looking for clues in other people's storage soul tools, and although she had gained a lot, she hadn't found what she wanted most.

"no!"

The Meng Shu couple shook their heads, indicating that they had not found any records of that kind in the notebooks. Dugu Bo also shook his head slightly, as he had not found anything in the notebook he had read either.

"That shouldn't be the case. This person seems to be someone who likes to record their thoughts and experiences. They've recorded all of the previous ones, so they shouldn't have missed this one."

Xue Qinghe didn't quite understand. After thinking for a while, he suddenly looked at the book that Chao Tianxiang had placed beside him.

The others also made the connection and all looked at the unusual book.

"I'll come and see."

Glaring at her husband beside her, Chao Tianxiang picked up the book and turned her back to him to flip through it. Sure enough, she found some scattered records among the pages, which were about soul ring modification.

"There are records. It seems to be based on the Haotian Sect's Ring Destruction Secret Technique. It uses the Ring Destruction Secret Technique to destroy one's own Soul Ring with spear intent, thereby adding a new Soul Ring. The new Soul Ring is then eroded and modified with spear intent, but the Soul Ring itself needs to be compatible with the spear intent."

In addition, he has studied the method of condensing soul rings used by the Battle Soul Sect and is able to integrate soul rings into his martial soul.

Finally, it mentions the guidance and shaping of external soul bones, but unfortunately, only a brief mention is given.

After quickly flipping through the book, Chaotianxiang slammed it shut, a look of delight on her face.

"Using spear intent to erode a spirit ring? Qinghe, can you do that?"

Having grasped the core meaning, Dugu Bo looked at his adopted disciple Xue Qinghe. He didn't know much about swordsmanship and hadn't cultivated sword intent, so this was something his adopted disciple would have to figure out.

As for the method of guiding and shaping the external soul bone, it is a pity that it was not recorded, but fortunately there are four finished products on Meng Yiran's body, so perhaps we can study and reverse-engineer some things from them.

"Theoretically, it's possible if the soul ring compatibility is high enough."

After frowning and thinking for a while, Xue Qinghe finally gave a theoretically feasible answer.

"If it can be achieved, we can gradually study and improve it."

Dugu Bo's smile deepened, and then he looked at the bloodshot eyes and the weariness on his granddaughter's face, and said affectionately, "Go back and rest. Grandpa will stay here for a few days to study that prodigy's notes carefully."

"Still, let's sleep together. I also have a good friend I'd like to introduce to you."

Dugu Yan, who was already sleepy, didn't force herself to stay awake and pulled Meng Yiran outside.

She understood her grandfather's thoughts. Taking Meng Yiran as his disciple was more for his own benefit. Moreover, Meng Yiran had inherited the legacy of a prodigy, and her future potential was limitless. Naturally, she had to maintain a good relationship with her, or at least become her best friend.

"Senior Meng, there is something I would like to discuss with you."

After Meng Yiran was dragged away by Dugu Yan, Xue Qinghe finally spoke.

"Your Highness, please speak."

Seeing Xue Qinghe's serious expression, Meng Shu also became solemn, knowing that this person might be about to say something important.

"Our Heaven Dou Royal Academy is determined to win the championship of this year's Soul Master Competition. Now that we have obtained a Heavenly Pride Inheritance, we are even more confident. However, we only have six team members. We have been looking for suitable candidates for some time, but we have not found them yet for various reasons."

Therefore, I would like to invite you to participate in this competition with us as a student of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy. This will give you valuable experience, and you'll be more confident representing your Beast Academy in the next competition.”

Xue Qinghe had some idea of ​​the personalities of the Meng Shu couple, so he didn't beat around the bush and directly stated his thoughts.

He had heard of the Peerless Dragon and Snake, and had even seen them when he hosted the Heaven Dou Division of the Soul Master Competition. He knew that these two were from the Beast Academy, and Meng Yiran must also be a student of the Beast Academy, or even a member of the team, and would represent the Beast Academy to compete for the Soul Master Competition championship in the future.

If Meng Yiran were to fully join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, they would definitely have objections, but a temporary joining shouldn't be a problem.

The Meng couple exchanged a glance, nodded, and replied, "We understand Your Highness's meaning. This is indeed a very good experience for Yiran. We will need Your Highness to take good care of Yiran in the future."

This is a good thing, and they have no reason to refuse.

Although the granddaughter was lucky enough to inherit the legacy of a prodigy, she is not that prodigy after all, and it will take her a long time to digest that opportunity.

They were well aware of the level of their own academy team, and that relying on the Beast Team was simply not enough to help their granddaughter advance through the qualifiers.

But it's different with the Royal Fighting Team. Although I only briefly looked at them last night, all of them have already reached the Soul Master and Soul King levels, and Xue Qinghe even has considerable swordsmanship.

With this lineup, plus the granddaughter's good fortune and ability, it shouldn't be difficult for them to make it through the preliminaries to the knockout stage and the finals.

By letting my granddaughter experience this once, she will be more comfortable representing the Beast Academy in the next competition.

At the same time, they can take this opportunity to use these secret techniques to cultivate some talents in the Beast Academy, and build a powerful team for their granddaughter in the next competition to compete for the championship and upgrade their Beast Academy to a Soul Master University.

What the four were unaware of was that everything they did was being seen and heard by someone who was invisible.

After listening for a while, Tian Hao lost interest and walked out openly to the tent where Dugu Yan and the other two girls were. As soon as he entered, he found the tent filled with steam and a large bathtub in the middle, where the three girls were soaking, chatting and playing.

The playful fight was quite exciting, with everyone unleashing their deadly "Heart-Piercing Dragon Claw" techniques. Even the usually aloof Ye Lingling couldn't help but retaliate.

However, these things meant nothing to someone who had been through many battles, and he remained calm.

They stood inside the tent, watching the battle and waiting quietly.

The warm water quickly cooled down, and the three girls stopped playing around. After emerging from the water like lotus flowers, they dried themselves off and lay down on the bed. After chatting for a while, Dugu Yan and Meng Yiran, who were already sleepy, went to sleep first.

Ye Lingling did not go to sleep, because she had not stayed up all night with them. Having already slept through the night, she naturally would not sleep in again, but instead sat cross-legged to meditate and cultivate.

"Quite diligent."

After praising her, Tian Hao took out the bottle of sleep aid liquid again and guided the evaporating medicinal power into Meng Yiran's nasal cavity, allowing her to inhale it through breathing and enter a deep sleep.

Then he lifted a corner of the blanket, placed his finger on his heart, and extracted a wisp of martial soul essence.

Although I changed my martial soul before, it was still not enough. I need to use suitable immortal herbs to change my physical aptitude as well.

That's why they come to extract the other party's martial soul essence, so that the immortal herb cultivated with it can be a perfect match.

Extracting even a tiny bit of a martial soul's essence is extremely painful and can last for several hours. That's why it's necessary to sneak in under these circumstances and use sleeping pills to avoid waking the girl up in pain.

Having obtained Meng Yiran's transformed martial soul essence, Tian Hao turned and left without the slightest hesitation, unnoticed by anyone and without leaving any trace.

"The groundwork is almost done, all that's missing is my brother-in-law's help."

As Tian Hao left the small camp, he kept thinking about his second brother-in-law.

He has now almost finished preparing for the successor to the chief god position under the God of Destruction, and is just waiting for his brother-in-law to complete the ninth test and become a god.

At that time, the God of Destruction would at least send his divine thoughts down, so that they could take this opportunity to expose the Asura God's conspiracy in the Douluo plane, thereby alerting the God of Destruction's faction and even getting them involved.

Therefore, Tang Hao, the second brother-in-law, is of paramount importance.

What Tian Hao didn't know was that his brother-in-law was being hunted down in the far north, by the combined forces of the Ice Emperor, the Snow Emperor, and the Titan Snow Demon King.

"Too deceiving!"

Seeing that he was surrounded again, Tang Hao's face twisted with rage, and his killing intent erupted even more uncontrollably.