Tens of thousands of years later on the Douluo Continent, the Spirit Master system advanced further, and a substance called a Spirit Core appeared among powerhouses at the Titled Douluo realm.
And Dugu Bo's inner core was the prototype of a Spirit Core. If this poison pill could be guided and refined to form a Spirit Core capable of integrating and dispersing toxins, creating an exclusive poison path for the Bi Lin Snake Venom, then the problem of the Bi Lin Snake Venom eroding Dugu Bo's body could be fundamentally resolved. It could also greatly increase Dugu Bo's strength, shedding his reputation as a bottom-tier Titled Douluo.
And Xin's method was indeed very effective. Not only did the Bi Lin Snake Venom place less burden on his body, but the Poison Core also allowed him to absorb and exhale spirit power faster, and his spirit power had already reached level 93.
"Hey, Xiao brat, stop punching. Come and put away the fertilizing and watering tools."
Putting down the watering can and lying on a chair, Dugu Bo spoke to the young man who was vigorously practicing Hungry Wolf Fist nearby. That was Xiao Chenyu.
Before the finals, he had followed Teacher Xin's words and returned to train his body and fists, becoming Dugu Bo's subordinate, helping Dugu Bo manage the academy's flowers, plants, and hygiene.
Hearing Dugu Bo's instruction, Xiao Chenyu stopped his punching stance, nodded, and honestly complied:
"Oh, oh, alright, Senior Poison."
"You brat, your talent is so poor, but being able to become Dean Xin's student is definitely a blessing from your ancestors. Work hard, study diligently, and you'll still have a great future."
"Mm-hmm!!"
Dugu Bo spoke lightly to Xiao Chenyu, then slightly narrowed his eyes, looking at the clouds with some worry:
"By my reckoning, the Soul Master Competition should be ending soon. I wonder how Teacher Xin's team is doing. With Spirit Hall's methods, I'm afraid it might be unfavorable for the students."
"It's a pity I have to watch over the academy and protect these flowers and plants; I can't personally go to Spirit City to check on the situation."
Just then, a clear, bell-like girl's voice rang out, and a beautiful young woman in a Heart of Fire uniform appeared outside the fence, smiling sweetly at Dugu Bo:
"Grandpa, what are you doing?"
Dugu Bo turned his head, his face still streaked with a bit of dirt. Upon seeing the young woman, he froze for a moment, then his old face instantly bloomed into a flower-like smile:
"Yaner, why are you back? Is the competition over? Where's Dean Xin?! Is Dean Xin alright? Is he still safe?"
Dugu Bo quickly got up, tidied his clothes, splashed some water on his face from nearby, and ran to the entrance, speaking excitedly to Dugu Yan.
"Grandpa, why are you more concerned about Teacher Xin than me? I'm your granddaughter, and Teacher Xin told me to just come and check on you."
Dugu Yan pursed her lips. Hearing that the first thing her grandfather Dugu Bo said indicated more concern for Teacher Xin and less for her own safety, her little face immediately became a bit displeased.
Am I still your biological granddaughter?