This was the fourth time Dugu Bo had heard such forceful and threatening words. Fury rose in his heart as he immediately unleashed his seventh spirit skill, True Body:
A dark green dragon with sharp black horns and powerful limbs—the Ink Domain Poison Dragon—soared into the sky. The giant dragon roared toward the heavens with immense majesty. As Dugu Bo leaped into the air, standing atop the dragon's head with his hands behind his back, he stared intently at Yu Yuanzhen ahead.
Yu Yuanzhen looked at this unfamiliar martial spirit—not the Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor—with surprise mixed with battle lust. Facing this unknown dragon-type martial spirit, the fighting spirit deep within his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial spirit was completely ignited:
"No wonder you don't fear me, old poison. It seems you've gained tremendous fortune—not only has your spirit power increased, but your martial spirit has also evolved into a dragon type."
"Even with your martial spirit's evolution, you're still no match for my Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial spirit. Moreover, my Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is the true orthodox dragon lineage."
Dugu Bo smiled contemptuously at this. The Ink Domain Poison Dragon beneath his feet swayed its tail, held its head proudly high, and roared leisurely:
"Just a dragon transformation—don't be so boastful. Only by trying will you know my martial spirit's power."
"Seventh Spirit Skill: Tyrant Dragon True Body!"
A robust blue giant dragon, crackling with blue arcs and nine meters long, manifested. The dragon's head was beneath Yu Yuanzhen's feet, while his head, limbs, and entire body were covered in blue scales. Violent blue currents danced around him, and his height reached an astonishing 2.3 meters—utterly domineering.
This was the complete form of rank 95 Yu Yuanzhen's highly dragon-transformed True Body!
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon and Ink Domain Poison Dragon locked eyes—fierce yet excited.
"ROAR—"
Dragon roars echoed across five li, causing countless creatures to scatter, weak trees to bend, and falling rocks to fill the sky.
Yu Yuanzhen was especially excited. Though Dugu Bo couldn't become his grandson's best ally, given his current strength, he could only persuade, never offend.
After a few seconds of contemplation, just as Dugu Bo was about to attack, Yu Yuanzhen quickly said:
"Wait, old poison. How about we make a wager based on this contest's outcome? If I win, you must unconditionally join my Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. As for marriage between our families, let the youngsters discuss that freely."
"If I lose—"
Yu Yuanzhen wanted to continue but inwardly laughed mockingly. How could he, patriarch of the "orthodox" dragon clan, possibly be defeated by some unknown weak dragon martial spirit? Not to mention their clan's strongest method—dragon transformation.
Dugu Bo was fairly satisfied with this, saying disdainfully:
"What if you, old dragon, lose?"
"If I lose, the matter of injuring my grandson will be written off. Furthermore, if you, old poison, face difficulties in the future, my Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan will definitely assist you once."
"I'll pass on the help!"
Dugu Bo didn't want to owe anyone favors, especially the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. He immediately unleashed his fourth spirit skill:
"Ink Domain Maze Formation!"
Black poisonous fog spread outward from Dugu Bo as the center. Within a second, the area around them for about a li was completely filled with black poison mist. Wherever it passed, vegetation withered, and not a blade of grass survived.
Seeing this, Yu Yuanzhen quickly consumed an antidote pill specifically crafted to counter Dugu Bo's martial spirit poison, then used his third spirit skill, Thunder's Fury. His lightning aura suddenly surged, and the arcs bursting from his body actually produced a slight burning sensation against the poison mist.
"You still dare dream of breaking my poison formation? Ridiculous."
Dugu Bo completely concealed himself within the poison formation, his position constantly changing, making him difficult to track.
"Sixth Spirit Skill: Ink Domain Poison Dragon Break!"
A black ghostly light shot rapidly toward Yu Yuanzhen, who immediately reacted:
"Sixth Spirit Skill: Thunder Dragon Armor!"
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon's shadow behind him flashed, condensing countless thunderbolts and summoning blue heavenly lightning for protection, forming sturdy dragon-shaped armor.
"BANG—"
The black ghostly light struck directly against the thunder armor, forcibly dissipating the powerful lightning force.
"You think blocking my sixth spirit skill means you're safe?"
"First Spirit Skill: Ink Domain Poison Fire."
"Third Spirit Skill: Corrosive Black Witch Snake."
"Ninth Spirit Skill: Ink Domain Divine Light."
Dugu Bo unleashed three spirit skills in one breath, the last being his strongest ninth spirit skill.
"A poison dragon hiding in the shadows dares to compare itself to a sub-dragon? Seeking death!"
Yu Yuanzhen leaped up, electric current covering his entire body, blue light blazing:
"Ninth Spirit Skill: Blue Lightning Dragon God Break!"
The lightning around him transformed into a thunder dragon charging toward the incoming black-green light beam. Additionally, Yu Yuanzhen used his fifth spirit skill to block Dugu Bo's first two spirit skills.
One blue, one black—two long dragons collided directly. The massive energy completely destroyed the surrounding trees and grassland. As the poison mist was burned away by the powerful energy explosion, a two-meter-deep crater appeared.
Yu Yuanzhen hunched over, black spots appearing all over his body, his complexion extremely ugly:
"Old poison, you..."
"Hahaha..."
At this moment, Dugu Bo stood above the crater, laughing heartily. Though his hands trembled behind his back and his face was haggard, he remained extremely confident:
"Old dragon, don't think eating some unknown antidote pills can resist my toxins. I am the Poison Douluo..."
Dugu Bo's form shifted with a few leaps and vanished without a trace, but his voice echoed throughout the forest:
"Old dragon, remember your agreement with me. Go back and rest well for a year or two. I am the world's only Poison Douluo!"
"Hahaha..."
After Dugu Bo distanced himself from Yu Yuanzhen, he landed unsteadily on a tree branch, supporting himself against nearby trees while gasping heavily.
He immediately sat cross-legged to regulate his breathing and recover spirit power, his complexion gradually improving:
"That old dragon really has strength. Didn't expect he could injure me to this extent. If my martial spirit didn't also possess earth attributes, I might have fallen into his hands today!"
...
Inside the Ye Family Medical Hall:
Dugu Yan and Ignaz, who had been invited inside, were being curiously examined by Ye Lingling. She shyly pulled Dugu Yan aside and whispered:
"Yanyan, who is this man with flowing white hair, sword-like brows, and starry eyes, like an otherworldly immortal? Introduce me! You can't hog such a good man all to yourself!"
Dugu Yan turned her head, looking at Ye Lingling with wary eyes. This woman actually dared to target her Brother Ignaz. Though they were sisters and should theoretically share some things, Brother Ignaz was the exception.
Before Dugu Yan could think of a reasonable explanation, Ignaz patted Ye Lingling's right shoulder, startling her:
"Miss Lingling, why so jumpy?"
Hearing the familiar voice, Ye Lingling looked at Ignaz in disbelief:
"You're that Ignaz—the patient who recently received treatment at my Ye family's clinic?"
"That's right. Just because I changed my appearance, you don't recognize me?"
Just as Ignaz prepared to speak again, Dugu Yan shot him a terrifying look as if she wanted to devour him.
Dugu Yan deeply regretted why she had only told him not to speak when entering the medical hall—she should have completely sealed his mouth shut without any air leaks.
After all, while a person's appearance could change, their voice and certain temperamental qualities were hard to alter.
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