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A Cardinal from Spirit City walked out to meet the teams that were coming for the competition. He led the group from the Heaven Dou Empire to a restaurant on the west side of the city where they would stay. As soon as everyone got settled in their rooms, Dugu Bo went to find Tang Chen.
Oh, Old Poison, are you looking for me? Tang Chen asked with a playful laugh when he saw the old man enter.
Dugu Bo found a chair and sat down without saying a word at first. He stayed quiet for a moment before he looked up at Tang Chen. His eyes were serious and his voice was low.
Kid, the finals of the Continental Advanced Spirit Master Elite Tournament start in just a few days. I have to warn you about something.
Tang Chen noticed how grave Dugu Bo looked and felt a bit surprised. You mean the people from Spirit Hall might try to attack me again? He asked.
Exactly. Dugu Bo nodded his head and a look of worry appeared in his green eyes. The mess you made this time was way too big. You have a Hundred Thousand Year Spirit Ring and a Spirit Bone. Plus, everyone knows you are Tang Hao's son now.
Bibi Dong is very mean and Spirit Hall always acts like they own everything. There is no way they will let this go. During the tournament, they might behave because so many people are watching. They care about their reputation. But once the tournament is over and the teams leave Spirit City, that will be the most dangerous time for you.
Don't forget where we are. This is Spirit City. We are in their house. If Bibi Dong decides to kill you, she won't care about the cost. She could send every Titled Douluo she has to attack at once. Even with me and the people from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School here, I don't think we can win. Two fists cannot beat four hands.
Dugu Bo was right. Spirit City was the heart of Spirit Hall. They had been there for a long time and had a lot of power. No matter how strong a single person was, it was hard to fight an entire city full of enemies. However, Tang Chen did not look scared at all. He just smiled calmly.
Someone from the Hall of Worship should help me keep them away. Even if they don't, there are others who won't just stand there and watch. Tang Chen stopped talking for a second and looked out the window. He seemed to be looking toward the far away Star Dou Great Forest.
Dugu Bo looked closely at Tang Chen. He saw that the boy was very relaxed. He didn't know what Tang Chen's secret plan was, but the kid had already done many things that seemed impossible.
Hmph, it is good that you have a plan! Anyway, my old bones are stuck with you now. If a real fight starts, I won't run away. Dugu Bo felt a little better, but he still made a grumbling sound.
Then I will thank Senior Dugu now. Tang Chen smiled even bigger and bowed his head a little to show respect.
Alas, you are still very young. You have so much talent and your future is bright. But before you become a true powerhouse, you need to learn to be patient. Being too flashy can be bad for you. Dugu Bo stood up and patted Tang Chen on the shoulder. I just wanted to tell you to be as careful as you can while you are staying here in Spirit City.
Dugu Bo started to walk toward the door, but he stopped suddenly. He turned around as if he just remembered something important.
By the way, that Hundred Thousand Year Spirit Beast you got... well, you know. What kind of powers did you get from the Spirit Ring and the Spirit Bone?
A Hundred Thousand Year Spirit Ring always gave two powerful skills. Even a Titled Douluo like Dugu Bo was very curious about it. It was something every Spirit Master dreamed of having. Tang Chen smiled in a mysterious way.
Just telling you about it won't help you understand. Why don't you come outside with me and try it out? Then you will see for yourself.
As soon as he finished speaking, Tang Chen moved like a cloud of smoke. He jumped right out of the window. He was very fast and did not make a sound as he moved through the air.
You brat, you are still trying to be funny with me! Dugu Bo laughed and followed him immediately. His green shape moved through the night like a ghost. He was just as fast and stayed right behind Tang Chen.
The two of them moved through Spirit City at high speed. They were very smart and avoided the guards who were walking around. In just a few jumps, they reached a quiet place used for training Spirit Masters. It was very late at night, so no one else was there. The only light came from the moon shining on the stone floor.
This place is fine. Tang Chen stood with his hands behind his back and turned to face Dugu Bo.
Dugu Bo stopped about ten meters away. He crossed his arms and looked interested.
Alright, stop hiding. Let me see what is so special about that red Spirit Ring of yours!
Tang Chen had a sneaky look in his eyes. Just watching isn't good enough. Old Poison, I want you to attack me. Use thirty percent... no, use fifty percent of your speed and power.
Oh? You are that sure of yourself? Dugu Bo raised an eyebrow. Then you better be ready!
Dugu Bo did not wait. He moved like a flash of lightning. He disappeared from where he was standing and appeared right in front of Tang Chen. He curved his fingers and swung his hand toward Tang Chen's chest. Even though he wasn't using his full strength, he was still a Titled Douluo. The wind from his hand made Tang Chen's clothes fly back.
At that exact moment, the sixth Spirit Ring under Tang Chen's feet started to glow. It was a deep red color, like blood. It wasn't very bright, but it had a strange power. Dugu Bo's hand hit Tang Chen, but it didn't feel like hitting a person. Instead of feeling a solid body, his hand went right through. Tang Chen looked like a reflection in a pool of water. He became clear and see-through.
Dugu Bo was shocked. His arm went through Tang Chen's body as if there was nothing there. He lost his balance for a split second because he didn't hit anything. Right then, something else happened. A pink shape that looked like a girl shot out from Tang Chen's see-through body. It was Xiao Wu. She looked like a ghost but was very clear. She moved faster than anyone could see.
Instant Kill Eight Stage Drop! A cold voice rang out in Dugu Bo's head.
Before he could do anything, Dugu Bo felt his ankle get grabbed by a strong force. Suddenly, the whole world started spinning. The ghost of Xiao Wu used her waist to pull him. She swung Dugu Bo around like he was a bag of trash.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Dugu Bo hit the hard ground over and over again. The pink shape moved in circles, slamming the Titled Douluo down with a lot of power. It was a very fast and scary attack. It only took a few seconds. When the last hit was done, the pink shape turned into little lights and disappeared. Tang Chen became solid again. He was standing in the same spot, looking like he hadn't moved at all.
Dugu Bo was on the ground a few feet away. His clothes were messy and there were cracks in the stone floor under him. He wasn't really hurt because his body was very tough, but he was very surprised.
Was that the soul of that Spirit Beast? Your skill can stop attacks and hit back at the same time? Dugu Bo asked as he looked at Tang Chen.
Tang Chen turned off his spirit power and the red ring disappeared. He took a breath and explained. Those were actually two different skills. One is called Void, which lets me hide from physical attacks and take less damage from others. The second one is called Instant Kill Eight Stage Drop. It calls Xiao Wu's soul to come out and hit the enemy eight times very hard.
Besides those, Tang Chen also got two powers from his Spirit Bone. One was Teleportation and the other was called Paragon Golden Body.
Dugu Bo stood up slowly and brushed the dirt off his clothes. He looked at the spot where Xiao Wu had disappeared and then looked at Tang Chen. He started to grin.
Wow, kid. Your Spirit Ability is really something else! Not only do you have the ring and the bone, but you also have a little sister with you all the time. She can even come out and help you fight. If Tang San saw this, he would probably be so mad he would cough up blood and die right there! Hahaha!