Wang Feng was genuinely intrigued to test Tang San's hidden weapon. Having learned about the potent capabilities of the new hidden weapon in recent days, coupled with his own partial body tempering from the Red Lotus Karmic Fire, he was eager to see how formidable his physical defenses had become.
However, Tang San and Dugu Bo weren't as enthusiastic.
"Don't you die, Fengzi!" Dugu Bo remarked sternly. "I was just kidding. Are you serious?"
His initial comment had indeed been a jest. Although they had engaged in a few bouts over the past six months, Dugu Bo had never unleashed his full strength. He intended to tease Wang Feng about the young man's audacity but hadn't expected him to take it seriously.
"Brother Feng... you should reconsider," urged Tang San, well aware of the devastating power of this particular hidden weapon. A single mishap could prove fatal.
Unaware of the significant enhancements to Wang Feng's body due to the Red Lotus Karmic Fire body tempering, Tang San was concerned about his friend's safety.
"I'm not afraid of anything." Wang Feng reassured them, waving his hand. "Don't worry. I won't die. Besides, it's a chance to test the power of this hidden weapon accurately."
However, Tang San and Dugu Bo remained unconvinced.
"If you insist, and if something does happen, I'll be here," Dugu Bo conceded. "This kid won't let himself die so easily. At most, he'll get hurt."
Tang San nodded in agreement.
The three exited the cabin, with Wang Feng choosing to stand his ground without activating his soul power, intending to rely solely on his body.
"Brother Feng, are you ready?" Tang San inquired.
Wang Feng took a deep breath and nodded. Tang San assumed a peculiar posture, deploying his Mysterious Jade Hand to hurl the life-threatening balls into the air.
Two iron balls soared through the air, with one slightly faster than the other. However, as the faster iron ball slowed down, the trailing iron ball collided with it, creating a burst of purple mist.
A series of metallic sounds, like ding, ding, ding, resonated within a radius of over ten meters around Wang Feng. In an instant, the hearts of Tang San and Dugu Bo skipped a beat.
Tang San, with his purple magic pupil, and Dugu Bo, possessing a high-level perception, could clearly witness the events unfold. When the two iron balls collided, erupting into purple mist, hundreds of needles shot out from within the mist, striking Wang Feng from all directions.
However, the result was a mere tinkling sound, leaving both Tang San and Dugu Bo astounded. The sound indicated that the needles were hitting something solid.
The two of them took a sharp breath simultaneously. Dugu Bo, with his keen observation, noted that the tiny needles bent almost immediately upon contact with Wang Feng's body, unable to penetrate it. This demonstrated an extraordinary level of toughness.
"In the Cluster Soul Chasing Ball, a purple mist first erupts with a potent anesthetic effect. After the explosion, hundreds of bone-rending needles are released. These needles can easily pierce through the defenses of soul masters. Coupled with the unique poison within, it can render the bones of the human body as soft as cotton, causing instant death!" Tang San explained.
"But how is it possible that Brother Feng showed no signs of its effects? He didn't deploy even the most basic shield, nor did he use his Black Lotus soul ability. Is he relying solely on his body? How did he manage that?"
After a while, the purple mist dissipated, revealing Wang Feng unscathed. The effectiveness of this Cluster Soul Chasing Ball's power was evidently not as impactful on him.
"With Xiaosan's current 37th-level soul power, I'm afraid even a 50th-level soul master would succumb, although this thing requires a certain amount of time to be released. Nonetheless, it's undeniably potent." Wang Feng remarked, acknowledging the destructive potential of the hidden weapon.
"It's indeed powerful, but it should have caused me harm if not for the Old Poison," he added, shaking his head. Even without the enhancement from the Red Lotus Karmic Fire, Wang Feng's body, in its tempered state, could still barely resist the onslaught of hundreds of bone-transforming needles.
Naturally, it made the defense easier.
Upon hearing this, both Tang San and Dugu Bo were left momentarily speechless. Dugu Bo approached, inspecting Wang Feng carefully before glancing at the rock nearby to confirm that no harm had befallen him. Visible to the naked eye, the rocks were pierced by the small needles exhibiting small holes that emitted pungent blue smoke.
"What an incredible thing!" Dugu Bo marveled secretly. He had just learned from Tang San that the power of this hidden weapon increased with the strength of the user's soul power. Considering Xiaosan's soul level of 37, if Dugu Bo were to unleash his soul power to the fullest, even a Titled Douluo would likely sustain severe injuries.
"Brother Feng, you're really okay..." Tang San approached, expressing his relief. He couldn't help but wonder if Brother Feng's increasing physical prowess over the past six months had rendered him immune to poison without even using his soul ability [Deification].
Dugu Bo, after observing for a while, fixed his gaze on Wang Feng once more, wearing a peculiar expression. "You boy, this body..." he began, "I really don't know how it grows!"
With his high-level perception, Dugu Bo couldn't help but marvel at the remarkable changes in Wang Feng's body.
'I can sense something peculiar about this kid's body, an indescribable sense of familiarity. Especially during our fights, several parts of his body remain as crystal clear as jade, free of any impurities or blemishes! Even without using any soul abilities, my own poison has no effect on him. The toxins seem to be filtered and eliminated directly, making him truly immune!'
Most importantly, the quality of this kid's skin is enviable to countless women...
Wang Feng coughed a few times before producing a long, golden ginseng-like root with a small flower on top from his arms. "This is the root of Tianxiang Yunluo, just matured recently. I picked it from the eyes of Binghuo Liangyi. This should be very beneficial for you."
Tang San was astonished at the herbal medicine. "Hasn't the root of Tianxiang Yunluo been only twenty centimeters a year ago? How did it mature so quickly?"
The root in Wang Feng's hand was at least 60 centimeters in height, a remarkable growth considering that the herb tends to grow slower as it matures.
"Where did you get this?" Dugu Bo inquired, equally surprised. Though he rarely visited the Ice and Fire Lake, he had a clear memory of most herbs inside.
Wang Feng grinned, "What's the fuss about? Xiao San mentioned that this is the most helpful thing to face you, but it needs to mature first. It's non-toxic, enhances the user's poisonous power and most importantly, it's harmless to people. It can protect the heart and gradually transform your body into a poisonous body. Later, when you practice poisoning or let the Jade Phosphorous Serpent martial soul possess your body, you won't have to worry about being troubled by it's poisons. Instead, you can even absorb toxins and strengthen your body."
"It's the best immortal grass to directly address your, Old Poison predicament!"
He continued, "This herb can also make your body emit a faint poisonous fragrance, ensuring that you won't have to worry about smelling unpleasant when refining poisons. And, if you decide to find a wife in the future, you won't have to be alone for life."
Wang Feng handed the herb to Dugu Bo, as he had used the Golden Lotus to accelerate its maturation.
"Brother Feng is right... but I didn't expect it to mature so quickly." Tang San remarked, marveling at Wang Feng's ability to expedite the growth of these immortal herbs. The fact that Brother Feng consumed the six herbs half a year ago and could ensure their rapid growth within such a short span was truly remarkable.
Moreover, the Tianxiang Yunluo herb typically required tens of years to mature, yet it had achieved maturity just within the past six months.
Dugu Bo observed the herb with a complex expression, acknowledging its remarkable functions. Despite the gradual expulsion of poisons from his body into the soul bone, the accumulation of poisons remained inevitable after practicing and fighting. While Tang San's antidote prescription helped maintain a balance, this immortal grass offered a permanent solution to the issue.
"To experience its full effects, you'll need to consume the entire herb. Your granddaughter should have Xiao San detoxify her first, she can't enjoy this blessing for the time being," Wang Feng suggested.
Tang San nodded, feeling a sense of joy. The Tianxiang Yunluo herb could completely resolve Dugu Bo's toxicity problem. Not only that, but it could significantly enhance the Old Poison's strength, rendering him immune to future poison-related issues and allowing him to absorb poisons during practice. The possibilities for advancement seemed limitless!
Dugu Bo sighed, releasing a breath of weariness. He reached behind, extracting a petite pouch, and handed it over to Tang San. "You've given me two items, and I find myself compelled to reciprocate. This here is called the Ruyi Hundred Treasure Bag. While it falls under the category of Soul Guidance Devices, it surpasses a mere accessory, it's mightier than a waistband. Remarkably, it can also contain living things inside."
Upon hearing this, Tang San displayed a hint of astonishment.
Storing living beings?
"Little San, accept it."
Wang Feng cast a casual glance at the Ruyi Hundred Treasure Bag, displaying no inclination to possess it.
Given the absence of creatures on him, the item proved beneficial to those with insects, serpents and similar companions. It held limited utility for him, as Tang San already possessed the Twenty Four Moonlit Bridges on his person, rendering this new acquisition redundant.
"Very well!"
Tang San reciprocated without reservation. There was no need for formalities with Feng'ge.
"Now, let's discuss. What is it that you desire?" Dugu Bo examined the pair, his voice carrying a subdued tone.
These two small objects carry numerous advantages. They serve as concise tools for quick actions and can be employed to incapacitate adversaries. The concealed weaponry aspect is quite impressive. The petite creature has effectively addressed the issue of poison, essentially saving its own life. The eccentric individual, unaware of the origin of the Tianxiang Yunluogen, holds a bargaining chip for acquiring what he deems most essential.
Wang Feng chuckled, noting the absence of such elements in the original narrative due to his unfamiliarity. Tang San likely recognized the time and effort required to familiarize himself with these aspects, opting instead to prepare an antidote for Dugu Bo's gradual detoxification, a matter left unspoken. He fully activated his Golden Lotus support, significantly enhancing the quality and maturity of these herbs.
Furthermore, Wang Feng meticulously matured six herbs for the remaining six individuals. Over the past six months, aside from training and cultivation, all of Wang Feng's efforts were concentrated on this endeavor. It was inevitable since the abnormal ripening effects of Golden Lotus significantly drained soul power. Additionally, given Wang Feng's current strength, mass maturation on a larger scale was evidently unattainable.
Upon hearing Dugu Bo's words, Tang San and Wang Feng exchanged glances, breaking into laughter. Tang San smiled, addressing the senior, "We hope you might permit us to acquire some herbs from the Ice and Fire's Lake. Your cooperation is sought and would be greatly appreciated."
"What are the other conditions?" Dugubo glared at the duo. "My life is not so trivial. Ask for one thing else."
Dugu Bo couldn't make use of most medicinal herbs in the Ice and Fire Lake. Instead, he relied on the unique aura of the place to suppress poisons in his body.
"The second condition is to become a consultant at our Shrek Academy. Don't worry, it's merely a honorary position. You're free to go wherever and whenever you please!" Tang San reassured hastily.
Initially inclined to refuse outright, Dugu Bo's expression wavered upon hearing the latter part of Tang San's proposal.
"Okay. But just in name." he conceded. To him, it was inconsequential. Besides, it provided an opportunity to engage with the two small brats and amuse himself. Having lived with them for half a year, seeing them depart left a hint of reluctance on him.
Wang Feng, on the side, thought to himself, "Once on our 'ship,' do you really think you can disembark?"
And so, after the trio discussed, this half-year cultivation journey also concluded.
...
Please support me and read atleast 20 chapters ahead at my patréon.
patréon.com/PrimorDious.
I'll be very grateful. Thank you.