Dugu Bo immediately released his martial spirit, revealing two yellow, two purple and five black spirit rings, exuding a powerful aura.
He was displeased with his granddaughter's actions.
This place was his secret domain.
Until now, only he and Dugu Yan knew about it.
He had personally shown Dugu Yan the way in and had explicitly warned her not to bring anyone without his permission.
And yet...
He had assumed the young man would be terrified by his imposing presence.
But to Dugu Bo's surprise, the young man remained standing, calmly smiling.
He couldn't tell if the youth was incredibly calm or simply too scared to move.
Seeing her grandfather release his martial spirit, Dugu Yan panicked.
She quickly ran to Dugu Bo's side, whispering a few words in his ear.
Instantly, Dugu Bo's eyes widened in shock.
Dugu Yan had just told him that Su Bai was also a Titled Douluo and possessed three hundred-thousand-year spirit rings.
Such a powerful individual was unheard of!
Even the youngest Clear Sky Douluo in history only had a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring!
Yet this impossibly young man had three?
!!!
How did he manage to absorb hundred-thousand-year spirit rings while still a Spirit Sage?
It was beyond belief.
He quickly withdrew his martial spirit.
If what his granddaughter said was true, he was no match for Su Bai.
Dugu Yan whispered a few more words to him.
"What!"
"Yan Yan, is what you said true?"
Dugu Bo asked excitedly, "He can really detoxify you?"
"Yes."
Dugu Yan nodded solemnly, "Before we came, I tested his method. It really works. I asked him to help detoxify you too, so I brought him here."
As she spoke, Dugu Yan blushed, recalling the passionate kiss she had shared with Su Bai.
"Greetings, Senior!"
Dugu Bo bowed to Su Bai.
Though this young man seemed too young, in the Douluo Continent, strength commanded respect.
Su Bai's strength surpassed his own, so calling him 'Senior' was appropriate.
Meanwhile, Tang San stood frozen in place.
He had been stunned the moment Su Bai appeared.
He couldn't believe it.
Why was Su Bai here?
Tang San's mind was in turmoil.
He had thought discovering the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was his big break.
Dugu Bo didn't recognize the celestial herbs here.
Wouldn't that mean they were all his?
But then Su Bai showed up.
Tang San couldn't help but wonder.
Was he following me?
Does he want to steal my opportunity?
Is the universe conspiring against me?
Tang San mentally wailed.
No!
It can't be!
Soon, Tang San regained his composure.
He reasoned that the celestial herbs here were unknown even to Dugu Bo, a poison master and Titled Douluo.
Su Bai was just a spirit beast; how could he possibly recognize them?
Yes, that must be it. I still have a chance.
He decided to play along, hoping to secure the herbs later.
Tang San's resolve hardened, his eyes filled with determination.
Su Bai nodded slightly to Dugu Bo, acknowledging his greeting.
He then turned to Tang San, smiling warmly, "Isn't this Xiao San? What brings you here?"
"Hehe... Senior, it's been a while," Tang San replied, forcing a smile.
But his smile was more pained than genuine.
If he could avoid it, he'd never want to see Su Bai again.
Seeing them converse, Dugu Bo's face changed.
Did this powerful young man know this boy?
And he had captured and nearly killed him earlier.
What a mess...
Dugu Bo's brow furrowed.
But his granddaughter's detoxification was more urgent.
He asked Su Bai, "Senior, can you truly detoxify Yan Yan?"
"Of course."
Su Bai smiled, "Check her yourself. See if the poison in her body has lessened."
Hearing this,
Dugu Bo didn't hesitate.
He examined his granddaughter.
Moments later,
Dugu Bo exclaimed with joy, "It's true! Yan Yan, your poison has significantly diminished."
He now fully believed in Su Bai's abilities.
Seeing this,
Dugu Bo bowed to Su Bai, "Please, Senior, detoxify my granddaughter and me! I'll agree to any condition."
Su Bai spoke slowly, "My condition is simple. I want the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. But I won't let you suffer a loss. I can guarantee that if you agree, I can ensure your granddaughter becomes a Titled Douluo in the future."
The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well?
How did this Senior know about it, just like the boy?
And he, the owner, had no clue?
Tang San, hearing Su Bai mention the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, tensed up.
Could this spirit beast recognize the celestial herbs too?
Dugu Bo hesitated.
This medicinal garden was his most treasured place.
Not only did it contain many rare herbs, but it also helped suppress his poison.
He didn't want to give it up.
He would rather agree to kill someone for Su Bai than give up the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
And he doubted Su Bai's guarantee.
Becoming a Titled Douluo wasn't so easy.
It wasn't something one could achieve just because someone said so.
Seeing her grandfather's hesitation, Dugu Yan intervened, "Grandpa, why not give this place to Su Bai? I believe he can really help me reach Titled Douluo. Look."
Saying this, Dugu Yan released her martial spirit.
Two yellow, one purple, and one black spirit ring appeared.
"A ten-thousand-year spirit ring?"
Dugu Bo's eyes widened, "How is this possible, Yan Yan, you..."
Dugu Yan glanced at Su Bai and smiled, "Su Bai helped me. He said with my current physique, my future spirit rings will only get better. And I can already feel my cultivation speed has increased significantly."
Dugu Bo looked at Su Bai in shock.
What kind of method was this?
It could let someone absorb spirit rings beyond their level.
It was unbelievable.
After a moment of silence,
Dugu Bo finally agreed, "Alright, if you can detoxify Yan Yan and me, and help her become a Titled Douluo, you can have this medicinal garden."
Su Bai nodded with a smile.
He then turned to Tang San, who instinctively shivered.
Su Bai said lightly, "Xiao San, you seem to recognize the celestial herbs here. Help me gather them. But remember, don't try to keep any for yourself, or... I'll kill you."
With that,
Tang San's face turned pale.
Does he recognize the celestial herbs?!
If Su Bai knew which herbs were celestial, how could he not recognize them?
His face turned ashen.
Tang San realized that his chance to rise was about to be snatched away by Su Bai.