"This is..."
"With this voice, this momentum, that soul beast must be at least fifty thousand years old, or perhaps even more powerful."
"Furthermore, who could be fighting that soul beast? This powerful aura... could it be... a Titled Douluo?"
Yu Xiaogang, Flender, and Zhao Wuji felt the terrifying pressure emanating from afar, and their expressions grew increasingly solemn.
Even though the distance was considerable, the overwhelming force, the thunderous roar, and the fluctuations of soul power could still be felt clearly by soul saints like Flender and Zhao Wuji.
In comparison, they realized just how small and insignificant they were.
At the same time.
In the poisonous formation where Tang Hao was trapped—
Dugu Bo had already arrived at the agreed time set by Tang Yin. He first examined Tang Hao's situation within the poison array. When he saw Tang Hao still relying on his formidable soul power to resist the corrosion of the poison, Dugu Bo couldn't help but admire his strength.
This only strengthened his resolve to ensure Tang Hao's death.
Because if Tang Hao didn't die, it would surely be him who perished in the future.
However, what Dugu Bo hadn't anticipated was that, just as he was about to go and fetch Tang Yin, a soul beast with fifty thousand years of cultivation suddenly broke in.
The soul beast appeared to have been drawn to Tang Hao's presence within the poison formation. It continuously charged at the formation, seemingly desperate to break through and approach Tang Hao.
This development caused Dugu Bo's expression to become extremely grave.
He began to wonder—
Had Tang Hao used his willpower and immense strength to break free from the poison formation's restraints?
Or had some unforeseen change occurred?
If that were the case, things could become very problematic.
To prevent the soul beast from interfering any further, Dugu Bo acted decisively. Without hesitation, he killed the soul beast when he saw it attempting to break into the poison formation.
Immediately afterward, he rushed toward Tang Yin's direction.
The situation had already spiraled beyond his control. Even though he was a Titled Douluo, Dugu Bo knew he couldn't poison Tang Hao alone. Without Tang Yin's help, the plan would surely fail.
This only deepened Dugu Bo's belief that Tang Yin alone could ensure Tang Hao's death.
As for the poison he had already refined, while it was successful, he didn't dare use it recklessly without Tang Yin at his side to support him.
If he failed to kill Tang Hao, the consequences would be unimaginable—Tang Hao would surely come after him. For his own safety, it was imperative to have Tang Yin, that little monster, accompany him.
While Dugu Bo was flying toward Tang Yin's location,
Flender, Yu Xiaogang, and Zhao Wuji stood with grave expressions, staring intently at the black silhouette rapidly approaching them. All three were prepared to fight if necessary.
As Tang Yin sensed the approaching presence, he instantly knew it was none other than the old poisoner, Dugu Bo.
Dugu Yan, seeing the figure in the distance growing closer, froze for a moment. When she recognized who it was, her face lit up with joy.
It was her grandfather, Dugu Bo.
However, Yu Xiaogang, Zhao Wuji, and Flender had only heard of Dugu Bo by reputation—they had never seen him in person.
As the overwhelming aura drew nearer and nearer, the trio steeled themselves, ready for combat.
Whoosh~
The sound of something breaking through the air echoed suddenly.
A green figure materialized in front of Flender, Yu Xiaogang, and Zhao Wuji—it was Dugu Bo.
Standing with his hands clasped behind his back, Dugu Bo's eyes glowed with an ominous green light as his powerful aura pressed down upon them. The air around him seemed to freeze under the weight of his presence.
Had it not been for Flender and Zhao Wuji's soul power shielding Yu Xiaogang, the sheer pressure alone would have been enough to crush him.
"Are you… Your Majesty, Dugu Bo, the Poison Douluo?"
Yu Xiaogang recognized Dugu Bo's attire and, connecting it to the stories he had heard, addressed him respectfully.
But Dugu Bo ignored Yu Xiaogang completely, not even sparing him a glance.
Instead, he turned directly toward Tang Yin.
Tang Yin nodded when he saw Dugu Bo looking at him and then turned his gaze to Tang San.
Dugu Bo frowned and asked doubtfully, "Are you sure it's him?"
Tang Yin nodded confidently. "Yes, I'm sure."
The conversation between Dugu Bo and Tang Yin left everyone at the scene full of confusion—especially Dugu Yan.
Hands on her hips, she stepped forward angrily and demanded, "Grandpa, what are you and Tang Yin talking about? What's this about certainty and uncertainty?"
Those who had initially felt nervous breathed a sigh of relief when Dugu Yan revealed that the man standing before them was her grandfather.
Among them, people like Yu Tianheng, who had previously met Dugu Bo, didn't have much of an impression of him.
Upon seeing his granddaughter, Dugu Bo's expression softened into a kind smile. "Yanyan, Grandpa still has some business to discuss with Tang Yin. You stay here and continue practicing with your teacher."
After saying that, Dugu Bo turned to look at Tang San.
Without waiting for Tang San to say a word, Dugu Bo waved his hand and whisked him away. At the same time, he looked at Tang Yin and said, "It's time to go."
As soon as he spoke, Tang Yin and Ah Yin disappeared along with him in an instant.
The sudden speed stunned Flender, Yu Xiaogang, Zhao Wuji, and the others. They didn't even realize what had happened—Dugu Bo had already captured Tang San and taken Tang Yin and Ah Yin with him.
As Tang San's teacher, Yu Xiaogang reacted with a mixture of anger and worry.
"Flender, Dugu Bo is unpredictable and dangerous. I'm concerned that his taking Tang San away like this will harm him."
As soon as Yu Xiaogang finished speaking, Dugu Yan protested in dissatisfaction.
"Teacher Yu Xiaogang, my grandfather is not what you think he is. He has a very good relationship with Tang Yin. There must be a good reason for him taking them away."
As Dugu Bo's granddaughter, Dugu Yan naturally couldn't allow Yu Xiaogang to speak ill of her grandfather, even if he was a teacher.
Dugu Yan's words were echoed by Qin Ming and the others.
"Yes, Master," Qin Ming said. "Although Senior Dugu Bo has a peculiar personality, he would never hurt Tang San or the others."
"That's right," another person added. "Besides, Tang Yin was with him. He must have taken them away for something important."
Hearing everyone's reassurance, Yu Xiaogang glanced at Flender.
Flender patted him on the shoulder. "Don't worry. Nothing bad will happen."
Yu Xiaogang finally relaxed after hearing Flender's words.
Xiao Wu, who was also worried about her third brother, felt a tinge of fear after seeing Dugu Bo. She stayed quiet, afraid that Dugu Bo might discover her true identity.
Initially, she had planned to secretly search for Tang San. However, upon learning that Dugu Bo was Dugu Yan's grandfather and meant no harm to Tang San, she finally felt relieved.
With that, the group continued to help Zhu Zhuqing search for her third soul ring.
Meanwhile,
Dugu Bo had taken Tang San directly to the cliffs overlooking the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Recalling Tang Yin's claim that the boy before him was even better at using poison than himself, Dugu Bo stared at Tang San intently the moment they arrived.
Elsewhere,
Outside the poisonous formation where Tang Hao was trapped—
Tang Yin slowly approached, holding Ah Yin by her slender waist as they neared the poison array.
When he saw the disheveled and weakened Tang Hao trapped within, Tang Yin gently pulled Ah Yin closer, kissed her jade lips in front of Tang Hao, and said with a smirk:
"Father, don't worry. Your wife is in my care now, and she's living a happy life."
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