A series of miserable screams erupted from Dugu Bo.
Pain!
Too painful!!!
If it weren't for the fact that Dugu Bo had been tortured by the virulent poison in his body for years, he might not have been able to endure it.
For the next quarter of an hour, Yun Ming watched as Dugu Bo's somewhat stiff face contorted into various expressions of agony rarely seen in his daily life.
In the end, Dugu Bo, who had dealt with poison all his life, held on through the clash between the virulent poison in his body and the secret medicine. His Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor spirit successfully devoured both!
The process was agonizing, but the results were significant.
Once the poison devouring was over, Dugu Bo felt a slight strengthening of his core poison and a reduction in the toxins within his body. He was thrilled—it had truly succeeded! Moreover, Dugu Bo had found a path to strength that suited him perfectly!!!
Yun Ming offered his congratulations.
"Congratulations, Senior Dugu, on your first successful poison devouring!"
Hearing Yun Ming's congratulations, Dugu Bo let out a hearty laugh.
"Haha~"
"Think nothing of it!"
"Yun kid, a great kindness is beyond words!"
"The previous three conditions are cancelled! From now on, whenever you need something, as long as it's within my power, just come to me!"
After truly understanding the effects of Yun Ming's Poison Devouring Method, Dugu Bo grasped some of the subtle mysteries of the technique; it was the absolute Great Way of Poison! This was the grace of receiving a great teaching, and Dugu Bo had no way to repay it other than by offering his favor. Wait, it wasn't as if he had no way to repay him—he still had a beautiful granddaughter! Besides, this kid's talent was freakishly strong, and he was handsome to boot; surely he was much better than that Yu Tianheng. Dugu Bo felt this was a promising idea; he could give it a try!
Yun Ming didn't know what Dugu Bo was thinking, but he was quite interested in Dugu Bo's offer of "just come to me," as he was, after all, a Titled Douluo skilled in area-of-effect attacks.
"Then many thanks, Senior Dugu!" Yun Ming replied, then continued to ask.
"I wonder which method you intend to choose for Dugu Yan?"
Hearing Yun Ming's question, Dugu Bo snapped out of his pleasant fantasies; saving his granddaughter was the priority.
"Yan-yan will use the Spirit Evolution Method!"
Yun Ming nodded and said.
"Very well!"
"It's getting late today, let's head back first."
"Tomorrow, bring Dugu Yan over to evolve her spirit!"
Seeing that it was indeed late, and having endured for so many years, Dugu Bo wasn't in a rush for this moment. After tidying up his appearance, he returned to Heaven Dou City with Yun Ming.
The next morning.
Dugu Bo brought Yun Ming, Dugu Yan, and a visibly excited Oscar back to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Oscar was very excited; after returning yesterday, Yun Ming had said he would give him a heaven-sent opportunity, and he was quite curious.
After Dugu Bo settled Dugu Yan in a safe area outside the valley, the three of them entered.
Once inside, as Dugu Bo used his Soul Power to shield Oscar from the erosion of the ice and fire energies, he was shocked to discover that Yun Ming, a mere Soul Elder, could resist the ice and fire aura here using only his own Soul Power! Dugu Bo was once again stunned by Yun Ming's calm and routine display of ability!
The more he interacted with Yun Ming, the more Dugu Bo felt that this kid was simply not human.
Yun Ming pointed to two Immortal Herbs at the center points on either side of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well and said to Dugu Bo and Oscar.
"That herb with a top that looks like a large white flower, octagonal in shape, with stamens shimmering like ice crystals in the center, is called the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass. The other plant, which looks like a cabbage but is entirely fiery red, is called the Infernal Delicate Apricot."
"They are the targets of our trip, and also one of the keys to Dugu Yan's spirit evolution!"
"..."
Subsequently, Yun Ming explained to the two of them the methods for harvesting and using these two poisonous Immortal Herbs, their effects, and how to proceed with Dugu Yan's spirit evolution.
"Oscar, don't worry, it only looks dangerous; it's actually quite safe!"
After listening, Dugu Bo suddenly felt that his own poison devouring yesterday wasn't so bad after all; it wasn't as terrifying as the method Yun Ming was proposing today.
As for Oscar, after hearing Yun Ming's detailed account and glancing at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, he felt his scalp tingle. Eating poison was one thing, but having to be "blanched" in the Ice and Fire Twin Pot—wasn't that a bit too intense? However, recalling the two-in-one effect Yun Ming had just mentioned, Oscar asked.
"Since these two herbs are so effective, why not let Yan-jie take them?"
Since Yun Ming had promised safety and even asked him to consume them, Oscar trusted that his life would be protected.
To this, Yun Ming said calmly.
"For a poison-type Soul Master, taking a potent universal antidote is no different from swallowing virulent poison!"
"Besides, these two Immortal Herbs are a perfect match for you. They won't just significantly increase your physical strength; they will also further enhance your talent!"
After examining all the herbs in the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, Yun Ming felt that Oscar was a perfect match for the dual ultimate ice and fire Immortal Herbs!
The Ice and Fire Alchemy Body was secondary; more importantly, after consuming the herbs, a miniature Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well would form within Oscar's body. And what was the greatest characteristic of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well? It was the ten-fold growth rate of plants, which meant the special life energy and nutrients here were abundant to a degree unmatched on the continent! This perfectly aligned with the most important characteristic of a Food System spirit!
After hearing Yun Ming's explanation and repeatedly confirming there was no danger, Oscar let out a long breath and agreed with difficulty.
"In that case, then... let's do it!"
Saying this, he took off his clothes and Soul Tool, placing them on the ground. Seeing that Oscar was ready, Yun Ming spoke to Dugu Bo.
"Senior Dugu, let's begin!"
Dugu Bo nodded, using his Soul Power to manipulate a dagger and a small jade knife to pluck the two Immortal Herbs, then moved them in front of Oscar. Watching the ice and fire energies of the two herbs merge and neutralize each other, Oscar hurriedly stuffed them into his mouth. Once consumed, Oscar quickly felt the medicinal effects take hold and scrambled into the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
With a splash, Oscar submerged completely into the spring water, sinking out of sight in an instant. What followed was the most agonizing ordeal of Oscar's life; Yun Ming hadn't lied to him—he wouldn't die—but Yun Ming also hadn't mentioned that it wouldn't hurt!
Dugu Bo watched Oscar, who had put on a mask of agony the moment he entered the spring, and felt a sense of relief. It was fortunate that his granddaughter only needed Oscar's blood, sparing her from this torment. However, his thoughts quickly turned to the Immortal Herbs Yun Ming had mentioned earlier, and he asked, "Yun kid, what exactly are these Immortal Herbs you spoke of?"
Yun Ming explained, "They are medicinal herbs with effects far surpassing ordinary plants. A suitable Immortal Herb is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a Soul Master! It brings only benefits and no harm."
Upon learning that Immortal Herbs were such treasures, Dugu Bo's eyes lit up as he looked at the surrounding flowers and plants he didn't recognize. Seeing Dugu Bo's reaction, Yun Ming offered a reminder, "However, an unsuitable Immortal Herb can be a lethal poison to a Soul Master, just like the two Oscar just consumed."
Recalling Yun Ming's previous introduction to the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and the Infernal Delicate Apricot, Dugu Bo's excitement subsided slightly, and he asked, "Yun kid, I wonder if there are any Immortal Herbs here suitable for me and Yan-yan?"
"As long as you can pick out the right herbs for my granddaughter and me, you are free to use any of the other herbs here!"
Dugu Bo had guarded this treasure trove for years without knowing what anything was, so he had no choice but to ask Yun Ming. Moreover, based on their brief contact over the past two days, Dugu Bo could see that Yun Ming was a man of the Grand Orthodox Path and unlikely to play any underhanded tricks; asking directly was likely the best choice.
Hearing this, Yun Ming smiled, "I would be happy to!"
After saying this, he led Dugu Bo to the edge of the cold spring, standing before two herbs with icy blue surfaces and faint, scale-like patterns.
"These two cold-attribute Dragon Scale Grasses, while not quite reaching the rank of Immortal Herbs, are the second most suitable herbs in this Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well for you, Senior. Once you have purged the poison from your body, consuming these two will be sufficient. If you are lucky, they might even allow your Spirit Origin to undergo a semi-evolution!"
"As for Dugu Yan, I have already selected an Immortal Herb for her."
Dugu Bo was thrilled to hear that there was something for both of them, but upon hearing that the Dragon Scale Grass was only the second most suitable, he asked, "Then what is the first?"
Yun Ming pointed into the distance.
Dugu Bo followed the direction of Yun Ming's finger and saw a snow-white Immortal Herb. It was crystalline and white, with every leaf appearing as if it were about to drip water; it was slender and curved, looking just like the neck of a swan.
Yun Ming introduced it, "That Immortal Herb is called the Snow-Colored Swan Kiss. Its effect is..."
"If even a tiny bit touches you, any virus or toxin in the affected area will multiply a thousandfold."
After a brief pause, Yun Ming solemnly warned, "Theoretically, it is an Immortal Herb very well-suited for the Poison Devouring Method, but its danger level is so high that, given your current state, it is best to stay far away from it."
"If, in the future, you can truly refine it, becoming a Heaven-Reaching Douluo is within reach!"
After hearing Yun Ming's introduction to that Immortal Herb, Dugu Bo immediately took several steps back, putting as much distance as possible between himself and the Snow-Colored Swan Kiss.
Never mind becoming a Heaven-Reaching Douluo; in his current condition, if he touched that thing, he would likely drop dead on the spot! And that wasn't all! He would probably take the entire Sunset Forest down with him! He had occupied this place for so many years without ever touching that herb; it seemed his fate was truly not meant to end here!
Seeing that Oscar would likely be occupied for quite some time, Yun Ming called out to the shocked Dugu Bo, "Senior Dugu, I'm going to go collect my Immortal Herbs!"
Hearing Yun Ming's call, Dugu Bo snapped out of his daze and replied, "Let's go together!"
Beyond his curiosity about the herbs Yun Ming was going to collect, Dugu Bo suddenly felt that this place, which had helped him suppress his deadly poison for years, was somewhat dangerous. If he accidentally touched something else lethal, it would be one thing if he died, but his granddaughter was still waiting outside the valley!
Watching Dugu Bo, who was now as skittish as a bird startled by the mere twang of a bow, Yun Ming said nothing. Following the plan he had set for himself, he selected three herbs from the collection.
These three Immortal Herbs were the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, the Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone, and the Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew.
Since his memories had awakened, Yun Ming had discovered that his current Atlas Spear Spirit Origin was different from his previous life; it had reached the level of a god. A Spirit Origin of this caliber already exceeded the limits of what Immortal Herbs could enhance.
Therefore, Yun Ming's plan was to use the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum and the Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone—two herbs that balanced hardness and softness and complemented each other—to boost his blood and energy, clear his Eight Extraordinary Meridians, and then use the Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew to restore his Spiritual Power, thereby accelerating the cultivation speed of Absolute Dominance and increasing his daily training duration.
Yun Ming found an open space and, after having Dugu Bo help him guard the area, consumed the three Immortal Herbs and began to circulate Absolute Dominance to digest their medicinal power.
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