Yang Podi and Sword Douluo rested on the spot for a moment and soon recovered for the most part.
Sword Douluo looked at Yang Podi's condition and couldn't help but shake his head. "Truly, heroes emerge from youth. I never expected someone as young as you to have such outstanding physical qualities. I fear that in less than ten years, there will be no one in the world who can be your match."
Yang Podi shook his head. "Sword Douluo, you flatter me. I'm still far from that level."
Sword Douluo thought for a moment before speaking, "A Hundred-thousand-year spirit ring should provide two spirit abilities. Would your other spirit ability be even stronger?"
Yang Podi shook his head again. "It's about the same, but my other Hundred-thousand-year spirit ability is a single-target attack."
Hearing this, Sword Douluo's expression shifted slightly, clearly understanding the implications of Yang Podi's words.
The group of five continued to enjoy some tea and exchanged a few casual words before Yang Podi left the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. As for other matters, none of them felt the need to spell things out explicitly—wise individuals didn't need to say too much.
After Yang Podi left, Ning Fengzhi, Sword Douluo, and Bone Douluo gathered together again, but their expressions seemed far more solemn than before.
Ning Fengzhi finally broke the silence. "Uncle Jian, what do you think about that battle just now?"
Sword Douluo shook his head. "In that fight, both Yang Podi and I revealed considerable strength, but we both held back. At the very least, Yang Podi didn't use his Martial Soul Avatar. A Hundred-thousand-year-level Martial Soul Avatar likely has unimaginable power."
Ning Fengzhi pondered for a moment before speaking. "Uncle Jian, how do you think Yang Podi managed to absorb a Hundred-thousand-year spirit ring at the seventh spirit ring? Normally, the physical body of a spirit master shouldn't be able to withstand it, even for an eighth spirit ring."
Bone Douluo, who had been silent, seemed conflicted. "Fengzhi, Jian Ren, why didn't we just keep Yang Podi here? If the three of us joined forces, we could have done it."
Sword Douluo shook his head. "We couldn't have kept him. Don't forget, he still has a pair of wings he hasn't used yet. Besides, when he evaded my 'Myriad Swords Returning to Origin,' I suspect he used a spirit bone skill—likely a spatial-type one. Old Bones, you should have sensed that."
Bone Douluo thought carefully before nodding. "It was indeed a spatial-type spirit bone skill. That spirit bone must be of a very high age."
"But why did Yang Podi agree to fight you, Uncle Jian? He could've completely avoided the battle, or even left directly."
Sword Douluo's expression grew more serious. "There are likely two reasons. First, Yang Podi is probably nearing a bottleneck. Sparring with me would allow him to refine his level. You must remember, during the Spirit Master Tournament, he was only at the sixty-seventh rank. In such a short time, he has reached the eighty-fourth rank. While heavenly treasures can enhance spirit power, combat strength may not keep up."
"Yang Podi's travels across the continent are likely an effort to stabilize his level and improve his mental state."
"The second reason is to showcase his strength. That battle essentially proved that he has the combat power of a Titled Douluo. Although I can defeat him, I cannot keep him here. This serves as a warning for us not to target his family."
Ning Fengzhi mulled over this. "Will Yang Podi bear any ill will towards our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan in the future? And why is he heading to Spirit City next? Doesn't he fear that Spirit Hall will try to keep him there?"
Sword Douluo shook his head. "Ordinary Titled Douluo cannot stop him, and the old master of Spirit Hall wouldn't stoop to targeting a young man. Besides, Yang Podi has never shown hostility towards any faction."
"Fengzhi, this battle has given me some insights. I plan to go into seclusion for a while. The matters of the clan will depend on you and Old Bones."
Ning Fengzhi seemed pleasantly surprised. "Uncle Jian, are you about to break through?"
Sword Douluo shook his head. "I'm still far from a breakthrough, but Yang Podi's combat style has given me inspiration regarding swordsmanship. That boy focuses entirely on absorbing strength-based spirit rings. His Breaking Soul Spear is astonishingly heavy, yet incredibly sharp at the same time—unlike anything I've ever seen."
Bone Douluo looked puzzled. "How is that possible? Didn't he absorb only strength-based spirit rings?"
"That's why it's so baffling. Unless those two Hundred-thousand-year spirit rings of his are extraordinary."
At this moment, Yang Podi was already leading his black horse away from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
Though slightly injured in the battle, he recovered quickly. Fighting an expert like Sword Douluo indeed brought valuable insights, especially in spear techniques and spirit power utilization, which had become more refined.
In truth, Yang Podi could have avoided the fight altogether, but after careful consideration, he decided to engage. On one hand, sparring with top-tier experts was crucial for self-improvement. Sword Douluo, hailed as the continent's number-one attack-type Douluo, had mastered weapon-based martial souls to perfection, providing ample opportunity for Yang Podi to learn.
On the other hand, he aimed to intimidate potential threats. After all, he planned to spend at least four years on Sea God Island, and it was wise to deter anyone from harboring ill intentions towards his loved ones during that time.
For the next month, Yang Podi alternated between walking his horse and galloping, primarily traveling through forests. When thirsty, he drank from mountain streams, and when hungry, he hunted soul beasts for food, fulfilling his dream of traversing the world with only a horse and a spear.
After over a month, he finally arrived in Star Luo City.
Star Luo City presented a stark contrast to Heaven Dou City. Perhaps due to the imperial family's weakness, Heaven Dou City was more inclusive, with forces from various factions intertwined. Nearly every major sect had some presence there.
Star Luo City, however, exuded strictness and discipline. Both the citizens and the atmosphere carried an air of militarism, as the empire relied on its army and strength to dominate the continent, earning even Spirit Hall's respect.
Yang Podi even caught a glimpse of the Star Luo Emperor and Empress during their outing. The Star Luo Emperor, a Titled Douluo with the White Tiger as his spirit, radiated an aura of unparalleled majesty, living up to his reputation as a ruler and warrior.
After leaving Star Luo City, Yang Podi continued his journey toward Spirit City, finally arriving there after another month.
Upon seeing Spirit City again, he felt a sense of awe. As the sacred land of soul masters, it emanated a unique majesty. Now, with two additional breakthroughs in rank, his appreciation of the city's grandeur was even deeper.
Under the radiant light unique to Spirit City, he felt a newfound sense of joy and relaxation.
Upon entering the city, Yang Podi headed directly to Chrysanthemum Douluo's residence. Chrysanthemum Douluo was the only person in Spirit City he was relatively familiar with and had a decent impression of.
When Yang Podi arrived at the residence and knocked on the door, a feminine voice called out from inside, "Who's knocking in broad daylight? Don't you know I'm recovering?"
However, when the door opened, both parties were stunned.
Chrysanthemum Douluo was dressed in highly feminine clothing, clearly indulging in some freedom at home. His appearance was so striking that one couldn't help but question whether he was male or female.
Chrysanthemum Douluo looked at Yang Podi in surprise. "Yang Podi? What are you doing in Spirit City? Don't you know we're enemies?"
Trying to suppress his laughter, Yang Podi responded, "Senior Chrysanthemum Douluo, I've been traveling the continent and recently arrived in Spirit City. I was hoping to stay here for a few days."
Chrysanthemum Douluo was speechless. "You're bold indeed. Aren't you afraid I'll report you to Her Majesty the Pope and have you captured?"
Yang Podi chuckled. "I harbor no enmity toward Spirit Hall. Why would Her Majesty the Pope capture me?"
"Because you stole the three spirit bones Her Majesty intended for the Golden Generation. You're a sworn enemy of Spirit Hall now."
"That wasn't my fault. Besides, even if I hadn't taken them, didn't the Golden Generation lose to Heaven Dou's First team anyway? No matter how you look at it, they wouldn't have been entitled to those spirit bones."
Hearing this, Chrysanthemum Douluo was momentarily at a loss for words but managed to retort, "These injuries I have now are all thanks to your grandfather and your maternal grandfather. We're sworn enemies!"
Yang Podi took out a jade box and said with a half-smile, "Isn't it just a fight? No one died. Besides, I originally planned to have you appraise this Thousand-Year Purple Gold Orchid. But if you're not interested, I'll leave."
Before Yang Podi could finish his sentence, Chrysanthemum Douluo snatched the jade box and, though trying to maintain his dignity, muttered, "It's not because of your Purple Gold Orchid that I'm letting you in. It's just that you're all alone and have nowhere else to stay."
A voice came from inside the house. "Old Chrysanthemum, who's at the door? I can't believe someone would come to visit you."
Chrysanthemum Douluo quickly replied, "Just a kid, probably here to admire me."
When Yang Podi entered the house, he saw someone lounging casually on the sofa in the center of the room. It was Ghost Douluo. However, at the moment, Ghost Douluo was dressed in casual attire and sprawled lazily on the sofa, completely lacking his usual eerie and commanding presence.
Yang Podi suppressed a smile and respectfully greeted, "Greetings, Senior Ghost Douluo."
Ghost Douluo seemed slightly surprised. "Aren't you that kid from the Breaking Clan? Why are you visiting Old Chrysanthemum?"
Yang Podi quickly explained, "I've been traveling across the land and happened to arrive in Spirit City, so I thought I'd pay Senior Chrysanthemum Douluo a visit."
Ghost Douluo merely muttered, "Oh," before closing his eyes to feign sleep, paying him no further attention. This left Yang Podi a bit speechless.
Meanwhile, Chrysanthemum Douluo was staring at the Purple Gold Orchid in the jade box with a satisfied smile. "Little Podi, where did you get this Purple Gold Orchid? It's truly exceptional. If only it had reached ten thousand years."
"I recently went to the Star Dou Great Forest and found it there."
Chrysanthemum Douluo was momentarily at a loss. How could you just stumble upon so many treasures in the Star Dou Great Forest? Last time, you said you picked up that Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, and then you produced a Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower out of nowhere. Maybe I should wander around the Star Dou Great Forest more often myself?
Still, Chrysanthemum Douluo expressed some regret. "Why did you pick this Purple Gold Orchid so early? If you'd waited a few thousand more years, it could have become an immortal herb."
Yang Podi felt helpless. "I can't live for thousands of years. Besides, if I didn't pick it, someone else would have. And if it kept growing for a few thousand more years, it might have evolved into an Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid."
Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes lit up. "You actually know about the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid? Don't tell me you've seen one before."
Yang Podi quickly shook his head. "That's impossible. The Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid is a legendary herb. How could I possibly have it?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo couldn't help but mutter under his breath, "You've already got other immortal herbs. Who's to say you don't have this one too?"
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