How could Chrysanthemum Douluo not recognize the chrysanthemum in Huo Yuhao's hand?
It was none other than his own martial soul, the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum!
If there was one immortal herb Chrysanthemum Douluo knew best, it would undoubtedly be the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum.
This Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum was a neutral immortal herb; after consumption, soul power would spread throughout the limbs, and blood and qi would flow through the eight meridians, allowing one to cultivate an indestructible body.
Its effects were not limited to enhancing physique; it also played a crucial role in the cultivation process.
And if Chrysanthemum Douluo consumed the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, the effects would be even better, because his martial soul was the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, naturally allowing him to maximize its medicinal efficacy.
Chrysanthemum Douluo estimated that if he consumed the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, the quality of his martial soul would improve again, and he would conservatively cultivate to level ninety-eight in the future.
Huo Yuhao had brought Chrysanthemum Douluo this Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum; it was no exaggeration to call it a life-saving grace.
Ghost Douluo, standing to the side, was filled with envy, looking at the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum in Huo Yuhao's hand, his heart brimming with resentment.
Unexpectedly, this old chrysanthemum was so lucky to obtain a Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum.
He figured that once Ju Hua Guan absorbed the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, he would never be able to keep up with him again.
Ju Hua Guan carefully took the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum from Huo Yuhao's hand, gently stroking the petals with his fingers, feeling its delicate texture.
"Elder Ju, I don't need to teach you how to use this Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, do I?
You probably know better than anyone else."
Ju Douluo nodded, took a deep breath, and then plucked out the stamens one by one, putting them into his mouth and chewing them carefully.
Each stamen contained powerful energy, which he could feel flowing slowly through his body, merging with his soul power.
Afterwards, he swallowed the petals one by one and immediately sat down to absorb it.
The process of Ju Douluo absorbing the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum was truly spectacular.
His entire body was enveloped in a faint golden light.
If someone could observe closely, they would discover that beneath Chrysanthemum Douluo's skin, even within his intricate meridians, subtle golden light flowed slowly.
His once smooth and delicate skin now shone with a metallic luster, appearing exceptionally hard and resilient.
Besides the change in appearance, Chrysanthemum Douluo's soul power also underwent a dramatic transformation.
After absorbing the essence of the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, his soul power level leaped from level ninety-five to ninety-six, and continued to climb towards level ninety-seven.
Ghost Douluo, witnessing all this, felt an overwhelming surge of joy.
Although he himself did not receive the blessing of the immortal herb, Ghost Douluo was still filled with excitement seeing his old partner, Chrysanthemum Guan, experience a rapid increase in strength after absorbing the Miraculous Chrysanthemum.
After all, they had fought side by side for decades, sharing a deep friendship and tacit understanding. Chrysanthemum Guan's rise in status would undoubtedly bring him more benefits, as their shared honor and disgrace were deeply ingrained in their hearts.
"Elder Ghost, due to the extremely limited quantity of immortal herbs, I was unable to find a suitable one for you."
Hearing Huo Yuhao's words, Ghost Douluo waved his hand, forcing a smile on his ghostly face: "Holy Son, immortal herbs are rare treasures in this world.
Your consideration for us and your search for the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum for Chrysanthemum Pass is already a great favor to us."
I am deeply gratified by Elder Ghost's magnanimity," Huo Yuhao replied.
"Although I couldn't find a suitable immortal herb for you, I do have a top-grade herb, which I prepared for you, Elder Ghost."
After saying this, Huo Yuhao took out a flower from his robes, entirely red and radiating an eerie red light.
This flower looked very similar to a chrysanthemum, but with more and more delicate petals.
Its color was so vibrant it almost seemed to drip blood, with layers upon layers of petals.
"Elder Ghost, this flower is called the Other Shore Flower, also known as the Manjusaka.
It exists between life and death, and legend says it can only be seen on the road to the underworld.
Its aura is perfectly compatible with your Ghostly Martial Soul, and can definitely help you advance further."
Ghost Douluo's heart pounded wildly, his hands trembled, and he was so excited he could hardly contain himself.
He took the Other Shore Flower, his fingers gently touching the petals, feeling the aura that resonated so perfectly with his own ghostly energy.
He could clearly feel that this Other Shore Flower was as if it were tailor-made for him.
Although it wasn't a celestial herb, its value to him far exceeded that of any celestial herb.
Even if someone offered him a celestial herb in exchange, Ghost Douluo would absolutely not trade it.
"Thank you, Holy Son. I will never forget your kindness.
From now on, whenever the Holy Son commands me, I will go through fire and water, even unto death!" Ghost Douluo's voice was filled with gratitude and determination.
He knelt on one knee, expressing his loyalty to Huo Yuhao.
Huo Yuhao waved his hand gently, indicating that Ghost Douluo didn't need to be so polite.
"Alright, Elder Ghost, there's no need for that.
You should hurry up and absorb the immortal herb.
The method for absorbing this other shore flower is very simple; just swallow the entire flower."
Ghost Douluo nodded, took a deep breath to adjust his breathing, and then swallowed the other shore flower without hesitation.
The petals melted instantly in his mouth, and a cool sensation quickly flowed through his body.
Ghost Douluo felt his soul power surging within him, and he immediately sat down on the ground to circulate it.
As his soul power circulated, he could feel his Ghostly Martial Soul undergoing subtle changes, and an even more powerful force was slowly awakening.
"Yuhao, I didn't expect your methods of controlling people to be so sophisticated.
After this incident, I'm afraid both Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo will be completely devoted to you, right?"
Gu Yuena smiled and brushed Huo Yuhao's eyelashes.
"Alright, Na'er, I didn't think that much.
I was just thinking that now I am, after all, the Holy Son of the Spirit Hall and the future Emperor of the Spirit Empire.
The overall strength of the Spirit Hall should naturally be as strong as possible.
Also, could you please stop poking my eyelashes? They're itchy."
Huo Yuhao gently took Gu Yuena's small hand. Gu Yuena blinked but didn't resist, quietly letting Huo Yuhao hold her hand.
However, Dugu Yan was clearly unhappy.
She swayed her slender waist and came to Huo Yuhao, pouting, and stretched out her hand as well, saying, "I want to hold your hand too."
Huo Yuhao: "..."
Forget it, he couldn't afford to offend either of them.
Huo Yuhao could only extend his other hand and hold Dugu Yan's small hand.
Wait, why do I always feel like a scumbag?
I'm clearly the victim here!
In Huo Yuhao's mental sea, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm had already begun organizing the collection of image-recording orbs.
Each of these orbs could ruin Huo Yuhao's reputation, and Tianmeng Ice Silkworm had a full twenty of them!
Hehehe, my poor little Yuhao, get ready to become the number one scumbag in Douluo Continent!