Lava Lizards:A type of social soul beast, their bodies are brown, covered in magma-like patterns.It's said that upon reaching the ten-thousand-year cultivation mark, they have a chance to evolve into Lava Dragons.With a trace of dragon bloodline, they are primarily fire-attributed, and known for their high defense.The flames they emit aren't particularly wild, and they also carry a bit of the earth attribute.Such a soul ring would serve as a solid foundation for Lin Feng's future soul meridian development.
Lin Feng didn't take the two immortal herbs from the Ice-Fire Yin-Yang Well.
First, because he didn't need them right now.
The Fiery Apricot Delicate Branch and Eight-Petal Ice Crystal Grass could indeed forge a golden body, making one immune to fire and water.But their extreme energy would disrupt the internal balance of Lin Feng's body.More crucially, he didn't want to reshape his body using overpowering external forces.He preferred to become stronger through the growth of his own cultivation and the evolution of his martial soul.
Second, he didn't have the time.
Third, More importantly, they were reserved for Qian Renxue's destined opportunity.
Qian Renxue was different.She bore the god-level Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul, which contained ultimate light and flame.Only on her would the two herbs realize their greatest potential.
"Innate Treasure Pearl… Endless Life."
The faintly golden orb floated in midair. Once a vague projection, it now appeared much more tangible, surrounded by a light mist.His first soul meridian had now reached 700 years, and the effect of the first soul skill had improved significantly.
Putting the pearl away, Lin Feng began heading back. Before he even reached where Chrysanthemum Douluo and Dugu Bo were waiting, he heard Dugu Bo's triumphant roar:
"Hahaha! Damn Chrysanthemum! My martial soul has evolved! The poison has been purged! My soul power has reached level 90!Within a week, I'll definitely break through to Titled Douluo!When that happens, I'm gonna grind your face into the dirt! Hahaha!"
Dugu Bo laughed gleefully, completely oblivious to the meaningful smile on Chrysanthemum Douluo's face.
Chrysanthemum Douluo touched his wrist and smirked:
"Oh? So you're saying it'll be harder to beat you up in the future?Then I better take the chance and beat you while I still can!"
"Hmph! You think I'm afraid of you?! Poison Dragon Emperor!"
Dugu Bo flexed his arms, summoning his martial soul. On top of his former serpent crown, two dragon horns now emerged.His growl carried a subtle but unique pressure.His now larger form no longer emitted poisonous mist — it was fully contained.The purple-gold scales gleamed with radiant light, and his vertical pupils looked far more majestic.
Dugu Bo's aura shifted drastically.The vitality that had been weakened by internal poison was restored, and his previously aged appearance now looked full of spirit.No longer was his energy flow chaotic. The poison embedded in his martial soul was now fully under his control.
Standing atop his poison dragon, Dugu Bo clenched his fists:
"Haha! This feels amazing! No more days of constantly suppressing internal toxins!I feel reborn! From today on, Dugu Bo shall be unshackled!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo snorted, ready to suppress his momentum with his own martial soul, but paused as he sensed Lin Feng approaching.
He stopped and mocked:
"So what if your martial soul evolved? Your mental awareness is still trash—you didn't even notice Xiao Feng getting close.If you ever encounter a shapeshifting soul beast, with your mental power, you probably wouldn't even recognize her true form."
"Uh…"
Dugu Bo's face darkened. He couldn't argue—his spiritual power really was weaker than others at the same level.
"Hmph! I'll take that as you chickening out!When we meet again in the Martial Soul Hall, we'll have another spar."
He retracted his martial soul and walked over to Lin Feng. At first glance, his eyes lit up.
After the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid improved his innate potential, and with his already solid foundation——plus the glow of just having bathed—Lin Feng looked extraordinarily handsome.
With sword-like brows and star-like eyes, he radiated a noble aura.His gaze was sharp and decisive, his body tall and strong, and his stride firm and confident.
At only nine years old, he had top-level martial soul theory, great talent, striking looks, and was favored by the Martial Soul Hall.
If this isn't the perfect candidate for a grandson-in-law, then what is?
Dugu Bo's eyes darted cunningly as he laughed and released Dugu Yan from the treasure pouch.
"Grandpa! Yanyan is mad! Why did you lock me up for so long?! Now 20 lollipops aren't enough!I want 3—no, 40! Or I'll tell Mom!"
"Eh? Grandpa, why do you look younger? No wait, I'm still mad!"
Dugu Yan pouted grumpily.Dugu Bo tried awkwardly to soothe her.Suddenly, her eyes lit up. She tugged on his sleeve and whispered:
"Grandpa, is that the big brother from before?He's so handsome now."
Dugu Bo chuckled:
"So does Yanyan like him?"
Blushing, Dugu Yan hid behind her grandpa and shyly peeked at Lin Feng.
"L-l-like…"
"Then how about grandpa arranges for him to become your husband?"
"Hmm?"
"Huh?!"
"UHH?!"
Three completely different voices responded at once.
She's still a child!Lin Feng twitched at the corners of his mouth. Looking at the starry-eyed Dugu Yan, he glared at Dugu Bo:
"Senior Dugu, that's not funny. Your granddaughter is still a child.Besides, I already have someone I like. I can't accept your kind offer."
Dugu Bo scowled:
"Kid, listen. I'm on the verge of breaking through! Having a Titled Douluo as a grandpa-in-law—do you know how many soul masters would kill for that?!"
Lin Feng shrugged helplessly.
Never mind Dugu Yan still being a child—even if she grew up with curves like thunder and a waist like water—She still couldn't compare to Qian Renxue!
Chrysanthemum Douluo patted Dugu Bo's shoulder and shook his head:
"Old poison, you'd better give up on that thought. I'd really hate to see her real family show up and beat you to a pulp."
Dugu Bo shook off his hand and scoffed:
"Who? What, another Titled Douluo? I'm not scared.Let them come—I'm not losing my grandson-in-law without a fight!"
"She's from the Grand Worship Hall."
"Oh... Never mind then."
Dugu Bo forced a dry laugh.His gaze became conflicted and regretful as he looked at Lin Feng and Chrysanthemum Douluo.Dugu Yan, hearing all this, felt disheartened as she looked at Lin Feng's lack of reaction.
She pouted but didn't say anything.
"Xiao Feng, what's your next move?"
"Let's part ways for now. Senior Dugu, you go take care of your granddaughter and son's martial soul issues.
Grandpa Ju, I need your help hunting a soul beast, preferably just past the thousand-year mark."
"Thousand-year?!"
Dugu Bo exclaimed.
Chrysanthemum Douluo scoffed:
"Never seen the world, have you? Xiao Feng's taken immortal herbs—they're priceless and magical.You just refined a gold gourd—didn't you feel it?The physical boost from the herbs makes a soul ring a few hundred years stronger no big deal."
Then, he sent a private message:
"Xiao Feng, did you, uh, collect thoroughly from that old poison's herb garden?Did you find any more herbs from my illustrated guide?"
Lin Feng nodded.
Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes gleamed with excitement, lips curving into a smile:
"So those herbs are incredible… Wait, this is a loss for me!You took so many of my spirit plants and I let you have the two by the spring… Aren't they all immortals?!You've got to compensate me!"
Lin Feng grinned awkwardly.
He only took what he needed—not like Tang San, who swept the place clean.
"So, what kind of compensation do you want, senior?"
Dugu Bo patted Dugu Yan's head:
"How about this—call it my loss. When Yanyan grows up, marry her as a secondary wife. Deal?"
Lin Feng facepalmed.This scheme of yours is loud enough to hear across provinces.
"Still not happening."
"Fine, fine… Then how about this? Just call me grandpa in the future.No need to acknowledge me formally. Just a name."
Lin Feng thought for a moment and nodded.
"Alright. Greetings, Grandpa Dugu."
Dugu Bo smiled subtly, satisfied, then walked off with the confused Dugu Yan toward Heaven Dou City.
"We'll meet again soon!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo looked surprised:
"That old poison isn't worried we'll raid his herb garden?"
Lin Feng shook his head:
"Two and a half hours have passed. The antidote's effect has worn off. He's confident in his poison."
Chrysanthemum Douluo sensed it, nodded, then took Lin Feng to the outskirts to find a Lava Lizard.