Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends

Either way, it all seems so awkward, so deliberate.

Bibi Dong could even imagine the complex and even resistant expression that Xiao Gang would show when he received this pill from Bibi Dong, the Pope of the Spirit Hall, given his sensitive and proud nature.

Too much had long since separated them. Time, status, and the unhealable scar inflicted by her teacher, Qian Xunji.

Just as Bibi Dong was weighing her options and hadn't yet made up her mind, she received the latest news about Yu Xiaogang through the Spirit Hall's information network that spanned the entire continent.

Yu Xiaogang returned to Tiandou City, and together with his father, Yu Yuanzhen, the sect leader of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect, they went to Sunset Forest.

The moment Bibi Dong saw this message, she understood.

Her little brother Gang no longer needs this elixir.

Ge Duo. That mysteriously risen titled Douluo, whose alchemy skills were divine. Yu Yuanzhen brought Yu Xiaogang to find her; the purpose was self-evident.

As expected, just as Bibi Dong predicted.

Seven days later, the latest news came that Yu Xiaogang had once again entered the Sunset Forest with Yu Yuanzhen. When they came out, according to the Spirit Hall subordinates who were monitoring from a distance, "Although Yu Xiaogang looked a little disheveled, he was full of joy, and his aura was significantly stronger than seven days ago, which suggests that he had broken through a bottleneck."

Breakthrough.

Bibi Dong tightened her grip on the pill slightly, then slowly loosened it again.

She looked at the now useless pill in her palm, a self-deprecating smile playing on her lips.

She spent countless efforts and resources to obtain the elixir, but in the end, she didn't even have the chance to give it away.

Perhaps, this is for the best.

Bibi Dong silently put the Soul Power Breakthrough Pill into her storage soul tool.

The cool temperature of the pill traveled through my fingertips and chilled me all the way to my heart.

……

The news that Yu Xiaogang had successfully broken through to level 30 was like a stone thrown into a calm lake. Although it did not immediately create a huge wave, the ripples that spread out were enough to attract the attention of some interested people.

Inside the study of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

As Ning Fengzhi listened to his subordinate's report, his fingers gently caressed the rim of the warm teacup. His refined face remained expressionless, except for a glint of shrewdness in the depths of his eyes.

"Is it confirmed? Yu Xiaogang, has he really broken through?" he asked calmly.

"Reporting to the Sect Master, it can be basically confirmed," the trusted confidant standing below replied respectfully.

"Although our people failed to get close to the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, Yu Xiaogang's aura was indeed different from before after returning to Heaven Dou City, and his soul power fluctuations stabilized at level 30. Moreover, according to observations, his mental state has been excellent recently, completely different from before."

Ning Fengzhi nodded slightly, put down his teacup, and looked out the window at the swaying bamboo shadows in the courtyard.

Yu Xiaogang has broken through to level 30. This news in itself might not be worth mentioning.

Even a level 30 Soul Master is as insignificant as an ant in front of a behemoth like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

But the significance behind this matter is something Ning Fengzhi cannot ignore.

This means that His Highness Godo may indeed possess the ability to solve certain deep-rooted problems related to martial souls.

If even Yu Xiaogang's level 30 barrier, which had plagued the Soul Master world for decades and was considered unsolvable, could be broken, then could the level 80 barrier of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda also be...?

Once this thought arose, it grew wildly in Ning Fengzhi's heart like weeds.

Although reason still reminded him that the two were not comparable in difficulty, this was undoubtedly the only glimmer of hope he had seen in recent years that was not entirely illusory.

"Continue to keep an eye on Her Majesty Gedo and Yu Xiaogang's movements," Ning Fengzhi instructed after a moment's thought.

"In addition, please compile a list of rare medicinal herbs and treasures in the sect's treasury that can strengthen the foundation and nourish the origin of the martial spirit."

"Yes, Sect Master!" The trusted aide accepted the order and left.

Silence returned to the study. Ning Fengzhi sat alone, his fingertips rhythmically tapping lightly on the table.

He knew he needed to find a suitable opportunity to personally visit His Majesty Godot, who lived a secluded life.

For the future of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, even if there is only a sliver of hope, it is worth paying the price and showing sufficient sincerity.

……

Inside Tiandou City, in the small courtyard where Yu Xiaogang is temporarily staying.

Not long after Yu Yuanzhen, who had just delivered the soul-stabilizing potion to Yu Xiaogang, left, a faint aura of pressure unconsciously emanating from a Title Douluo still lingered in the courtyard.

Yu Xiaogang stood alone in the center of the courtyard, his eyes closed, his chest rising and falling slightly.

He was fully focused on sensing the soul power flowing within his body, which belonged to level 30.

This feeling is so unfamiliar, yet so wonderful.

The soul power flowed through the meridians, no longer becoming stagnant and difficult in certain places as before, as if blocked by invisible silt.

Now, everything was unobstructed, like a riverbed that had been dry for many years finally receiving rain. Although his total soul power was not yet abundant, the feeling of unobstructed flow made him almost want to roar to the sky.

Ever since returning from Geduo's Yin-Yang Well a few days ago, Yu Xiaogang has been in a state of high excitement.

Sleep? I can't sleep.

Eating? It tastes bland.

He had only one thought in his mind: he had broken through! He had really broken through!

The level 30 barrier that had troubled him for most of his life, causing him endless scorn and ridicule, was now under his feet!

He, Yu Xiaogang, is no longer that useless person who could never break through level 30 in his entire life!

The joy and excitement of being reborn almost overwhelmed him.

Yu Xiaogang stood in the courtyard for a long time, until his legs were numb, before he slowly opened his eyes. His eyes, which usually carried a hint of melancholy and seriousness, were now frighteningly bright, burning with an almost insane ambition and hope.

Breaking through level 30 is just the first step.

Chapter 156 The Great Soul Ring Project

In the world of Soul Masters, level is everything. Without Soul Rings, one cannot level up, and one's strength cannot undergo a qualitative change.

Yu Xiaogang immediately turned around and practically rushed back to his study.

On the desk were several theoretical sketches he had drawn before, outlining the future development paths of Tang San and Cinderella's martial souls, but now, he had pushed them aside without hesitation.

Right now, all he cares about is himself and his third spirit ring.

He rummaged through his belongings, finding his treasured books and notes on soul beast diagrams and soul ring matching theories, which he had kept for many years.

He had read these books countless times before, and each time he read them, he felt a sense of despair and powerlessness, because those powerful and suitable spirit rings seemed to be forever irrelevant to him.

But things are different now!

He excitedly spread out new sheets of paper, picked up a pen, his hand trembling slightly with excitement, and began to plan in detail how he would acquire his third spirit ring.

"Luo Sanpao has a mutated martial soul. Although its form is special, its essence is still derived from the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex. Theoretically, the choice of the third spirit ring should lean towards a spirit beast with lightning attributes, or one with deterrent or armor-piercing abilities..."

"Moreover, the age of the spirit ring is crucial." Yu Xiaogang licked his slightly chapped lips, his eyes gleaming.

"The limit for an ordinary Soul Master's third Soul Ring is between 1,300 and 1,800 years. My theoretical calculations suggest that the optimal age is below 1,760 years..."

He paused, his breathing involuntarily quickening. "But... things are different now!"

Yu Xiaogang remembered what his father, Yu Yuanzhen, had mentioned about the magical pills refined by His Majesty Ge Duo, which could help Soul Masters absorb Soul Rings of higher age than their current level.

With it, why should he still follow that damn convention?

If others can do it, then Yu Xiaogang can too, so he wants to challenge for a higher-age soul ring.

"Two thousand years! Yes, the target is soul beasts that are over two thousand years old!"

Furthermore, he also needs to choose a soul ring with the highest possible age, the best possible attribute compatibility, and the most powerful skills!

He wanted Luo Sanpao to evolve into a true and powerful Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex.

Even if it's just a tiny bit closer, it's enough to prove that Yu Xiaogang's theory is correct and that he hasn't gone down the wrong path!

……

Yu Xiaogang's barely concealed excitement upon his return naturally caught the attention of Tang San and Cinderella, who lived under the same roof.

After all, Yu Xiaogang had been incredibly excited these past few days. Even when closing the door, he exuded an irrepressible energy. His usually slightly furrowed brows relaxed, and the corners of his mouth would unconsciously twitch upwards from time to time.

"He seems...very happy?" Cinderella looked at Yu Xiaogang's closed door and whispered to Tang San beside her.

Tang San withdrew his gaze from the door, his expression calm, and simply nodded slightly.

"His aura is stronger than before, and his soul power fluctuations are much smoother. Wasn't he stuck at level 29 before? It seems he has broken through."

His voice was flat, as if he were stating a fact unrelated to himself. Tang San didn't care whether Yu Xiaogang could break through; as long as this person didn't bother him and his sister, it didn't matter whether he was level 29 or 30.

A knowing glint flashed in Cinderella's azure eyes. Stuck at level twenty-nine for so many years, and then broke through within days of arriving in Heavenly Dou City?

What a coincidence! She almost immediately thought of her fellow villager, Ge Duo, who occupied the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire and was skilled at concocting all sorts of magical potions.

It seems that this teacher has found a shortcut to solve the problem.

Looking at the almost animated figure in the study, and recalling how, since arriving in Tiandou City, Tang San and Cinderella had spent most of their time cultivating peacefully in the courtyard at Yu Xiaogang's request, except for one trip when they first arrived, they exchanged a glance.

"Sister, shall we go for a walk?" Tang San suggested. He had long wanted to take a closer look at Heaven Dou City and find a suitable blacksmith shop and materials. He had been hesitant before because of Yu Xiaogang, but now, seeing Yu Xiaogang's expression, it was clear he had no interest in them.

Cinderella nodded: "Yes, we've been here for so long, but we haven't had a proper look at this imperial city yet."

Having reached an agreement, the two went to Yu Xiaogang's door. Cinderella raised her hand and gently knocked on the door.

"teacher?"

A series of slightly hurried footsteps came from inside the room, followed by the door being flung open. Yu Xiaogang stood in the doorway, his face still flushed with excitement. He paused for a moment when he saw them, then asked, "Cindy, Xiao San? What's up?"

Yu Xiaogang's tone carried a hint of impatience at being interrupted, but more than that, it conveyed a sense of elation as he immersed himself in his own joy.

Facing Yu Xiaogang's slight impatience, Cinderella wore a sweet smile and said softly, "Teacher, Xiao San and I have been in Tiandou City for a few days, but we haven't gone out to see the sights yet. We thought we'd take advantage of the nice weather today to go out for a walk and get familiar with the environment."

"Oh, going out? Go ahead, go ahead." Yu Xiaogang's mind was filled with thoughts of the thousand-year soul ring and pills. Hearing this, he didn't even think twice and simply waved his hand, his attitude casual to the point of being perfunctory. "Be careful and come back soon."

His most important task right now is to find a suitable third spirit ring for himself. He doesn't have time to care where these two students are going. As long as they don't interfere with his grand plans, that's fine.

Having received permission, Tang San and Cinderella didn't linger any longer and turned to leave the courtyard.

Only after the two men's footsteps disappeared outside the courtyard gate did Yu Xiaogang's excited mind cool down a little, and he suddenly remembered something.

He seemed to have been planning to find a pill that could allow Tang San and Cindy to absorb spirit rings beyond their level.

I've been so excited these past few days that I completely forgot about this.