Douluo: The System Arrives Just as I'm Leaving the Spirit Hall
Chapter 170

Bo Saixi's CPU Upgrade, North Sea Cultivation, Dugu Bo's Plea for Help

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In the end, the once grand and imposing group that arrived at Poseidon Sea God Island was reduced to just the Sea Maiden Douluo and the eccentric Sea Dragon Douluo, who left the island in a daze and in a sorry state.

You Chen does not intend to destroy Sea God Island now. If Sea God Island is unable to maintain its original functions, leading to the collapse of Sea God Island and even the temple, there will be two disadvantages.

First, this might give the Sea God a reason to directly intervene in the mortal realm.

Secondly, it may attract more Sea Soul Beast from other sea areas, including the North Sea, to the West Sea in an attempt to get a share of the spoils, indirectly leading to a reduction in the Soul Beast resources of You Chen.

Therefore, You Chen only killed the ordinary Sea Soul Master and did not attack the two Sacred Pillar Douluo.

As for the mental health issues of the Sea Dragon Douluo?

He was already being merciful by not directly taking action against the Sacred Pillar Douluo; he couldn't possibly help solve the man's mental problems, could he? After all, they were actually enemies.

You Chen didn't need to look back or use his mental power to sense anything. Just from the mission he triggered from Bo Saixi again today, he could tell that Bo Saixi's resentment towards him had reached its peak, probably far surpassing the humiliation he had inflicted on her.

Intense emotions lead to higher task rewards, but the difficulty of the task also increases accordingly.

However, given You Chen's current control over Bo Saixi, as long as it's not a mission like the one Bibi Dong, it's basically not a problem.

You seem very angry?

You Chen turned around and gave Bo Saixi a meaningful smile.

Bo Saixi kept her head down and didn't say anything.

More than a month of humiliation has taught her to suppress her emotions.

"I think you should thank me."

You Chen stepped forward, lifted Bo Saixi's chin, and looked directly into Bo Saixi eyes.

Bo Saixi tried to look away to avoid his gaze, but You Chen held her chin firmly, preventing her from escaping.

This Sea God High Priestess was tall, over 1.8 meters, You Chen only needed to lower his head slightly to see that perfect face right in front of him.

He laughed and said, "Do you think that with my abilities, I can't make that Sea Maiden Douluo fall into the same situation as the Sea Dragon Douluo? Or, in another way, like hypnotizing the Sea Dragon Douluo, I can hypnotize the Sea Maiden Douluo so that she doesn't associate the Sea Dragon Douluo's strange behavior with me. Then, when we return, Sea God Island will surely be in chaos."

Bo Saixi wanted to refute and fiercely satirize You Chen's hypocritical behavior.

They were clearly just looking for trouble with the people of Sea God Island, but they didn't go all the way, so they made it sound so high-sounding.

When You Chen looked directly into Bo Saixi's eyes, he discerned Bo Saixi thoughts from her subtle, barely changing expression, and sneered, "Although you may have forgotten, it doesn't stop me from helping you remember. You should know that it was all your Sea God Island that started this. Originally, I just wanted to cultivate quietly in the North Sea for a while. I even took the initiative to avoid you and show goodwill, but you insisted on coming to cause me trouble. Don't you think I've been extremely magnanimous?"

Bo Saixi's body trembled, his pupils contracted, and his eyes flickered.

If it were a topic with room for maneuver, that would be fine; Bo Saixi could try to smear You Chen in her mind as much as possible and think of everything as a conspiracy.

However, what You Chen said was indeed an undeniable fact.

If we were to take all of this as a conspiracy theory, then Bo Saixi would have to consider the Sea God who gave her the divine message as someone who was being manipulated by You Chen.

Therefore, Bo Saixi must acknowledge this fact.

A month of depravity had led her to gradually regard You Chen as an absolutely Evil God King being, and she dared to speculate about his heart with the worst possible malice.

But at that moment, she recalled and realized that even if You Chen was Evil God King, she herself was by no means standing on a moral high ground. And when she was not on a moral high ground, she had to question the judgment that You Chen was Evil God King.

Taking advantage of Bo Saixi's momentary hesitation, You Chen's eyes flashed with a sharp light before quickly transforming into a gentle expression. He softly stroked Bo Saixi's hair and said, "I'm always very tolerant and friendly towards my own things. It's like teasing a kitten; even if it bares its teeth and claws at me, I just see it as being cute. So, since you've begged me so pitifully, I'll spare them for your sake."

At this moment, despite the many Evil God Kings and cruel things You Chen had done to her, Bo Saixi inexplicably felt a warm sense of being valued.

Perhaps it was because of her physical disability that Bo Saixi's heart became much more fragile, which greatly enhanced the feeling of being cared for at this moment.

Without realizing it, she quietly rested her head against You Chen's broad chest, just like a pet cat snuggling close to its owner.

Little did they know that, unrelated to Bo Saixi's prayers, You Chen's series of choices were merely driven by his own self-interest.

After discovering that they could use this to further manipulate and brainwash Bo Saixi, they didn't hesitate to reuse it.

You Chen leaned close to Bo Saixi's ear and whispered words as seductive as a devil's, "It's different from letting you off this time. I can choose not to invade Sea God Island, even though the agreement has been broken. But... next time, I hope you can take the initiative."

Bo Saixi's body trembled violently, the tremor causing the bells to jingle loudly, making Bo Saixi feel even more ashamed.

No matter how humiliating she had been before, she could tell herself that everything she had endured was coerced and that she was just an innocent victim.

However, if she were to initiate some of the behaviors that she could only endure in the past, such an excuse could no longer be used.

"... I promise you."

She blushed and gave her answer.

So, has You Chen really become a loving and caring cat owner?

That's obviously impossible.

From the moment Bo Saixi fell into You Chen's hands, only endless depravity and the complete collapse of her faith awaited her.

Then, time began to flow again.

You Chen comprehended Bo Saixi's two major insights, and through his understanding of spiritual power, he filled in some gaps, strengthened several minor skills such as Star God Pierce, and developed a new skill called "Stardust Illusion".

The research into the Martial Soul Origin, which focuses on Battle Skill, began to break down many Soul Skill into smaller parts, gradually developing new Soul Skill that are more suitable for the Stardust Dragon Martial Soul, based on the original Stardust Dragon system.

Inspired by Wind Conquest Dragon's flowing wind armor, he began to develop a set of moves that integrated offense and defense, based on the Stardust Power.

In order to make full use of his physical strength, he began to develop techniques that perfectly combined Stardust Power with physical strength.

There are also techniques that are based on the power of stars, divine power, and wind power, respectively.

With his Martial Soul Origin power nearing perfection, and after absorbing and digesting the Sea Dragon Douluo's experience in controlling Soul Power, his Soul Power control was comparable to the upper level of Super Douluo. His Stardust Power had also officially entered the minor completion stage, so the efficiency of developing this Self-Created Soul Skill naturally increased greatly.

This process is also a process of developing You Chen's abilities in various aspects.

However, compared to the development speed of mental skills, the development of Soul Skill is much slower. These are currently only Soul Skill that cannot be officially used and cannot even be considered prototypes. They can only be described as having a concept.

Meanwhile, the Godly Elephant Suppressing Prison Strength and the Dragon Elephant Micro-Particles successfully broke through to 60% with the influx of abundant resources.

In the Dragon Elephant Chapter, every 30 Dragon Elephant Micro-Particles represents a leap, but You Chen's physical strength has already reached level 98, and this level of breakthrough is no longer enough to raise his physical strength to the next level.

It will probably take another 30% for his physique to officially reach its limit.

Although You Chen is currently using ordinary resources, it is difficult to significantly improve his understanding of the Dragon Elephant Chapter like with Immortal Herb; it requires a lot of time and effort.

But its advantage lies in its abundant resources, so it can be gradually improved through hard work.

The Mermaid Clan occupy the region with the highest energy in the North Sea, while their seven superior races control more than 30% of the North Sea.

Don't underestimate the fact that it's only 30%; the number of other races of Soul Beast hunted on a daily basis is astronomical.

The seven advanced races may have their own strengths and weaknesses, but apart from the relatively small and powerful Sea Whale Clan, the average structure of each of the other six races is roughly one or two Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast as leaders, millions of-year-old Soul Beast, tens of thousands of-year-old Soul Beast, and Hundred-Year Soul Beast and Ten-Year Soul Beast, which together exceed 100,000.

The ocean is much larger than the land. Although the average resources per square meter are not as good as on land, this is more reflected in the relatively weaker average quality and bloodline strength of the Soul Beast.

Although the original novel mentions that millions of Soul Beast live in the Star Dou Great Forest, this mainly describes their sheer number, not an exact figure. Di Tian's instigation of the beast tide mobilized the vast majority of Soul Beast in the Star Dou Great Forest, totaling only a few hundred thousand. But even that number was already quite large.

The North Sea is several times larger than the Star Dou Great Forest. How many marine Soul Beast will it teem with?

With their ability to occupy 30% of the Core Circle area of the vast North Sea, the number of Soul Beast, including the Mermaid Clan and its vassal clans, is probably comparable to the entire Star Dou Great Forest.

As for the Evil Spirit Orca, including the small groups that aren't ruled by the Evil Orca King and roam freely, there are probably only a few thousand of them. That's because these top-tier Soul Beast naturally have poor reproductive capabilities, and coupled with the resource requirements of large Soul Beast like whales, it's destined that even if these Soul Beasts are powerful, there won't be many of them.

Moreover, the Evil Spirit Orca clan is being targeted and suppressed by the Sea God Island authorities, so their numbers are even less likely to increase.

The Sea Soul Beast of the seven major clans consume an astronomical amount of Soul Beast resources every day. Besides filling their stomachs, they even have a surplus to use for cultivation.

And now, this surplus, the most valuable part, which is the supplies that were given to the thousand-year and Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, has basically been transported into You Chen's stomach.

One can imagine how enormous these resources must be.

If You Chen hadn't been so reluctant to spend most of his day eating, thus forgoing the cultivation resources of those hundred-year-old Ten-Year Soul Beast, as well as nearly half of the Soul Beast that were thousands of years old or older, his improvement speed could have been even faster.

Of course, You Chen knew the methodology of scientific pig farming.

This brutal plundering scheme is merely a stopgap measure.

The reason why we didn't send people from the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce to open up the sea routes and trade routes in the North Sea before was because North Sea was not yet completely stable.

Now, after he used his violent power to suppress the vast majority of unruly Soul Beast several times, this situation has become a thing of the past.

Soul Beast are simple creatures. As long as you have strong fists and can win over the higher-ups of the Soul Beast, you won't have too many troubles.

In the human world, there would be many clueless people who, even if you displayed violence, would try to use power, morality, or public opinion to control you. Fortunately, You Chen doesn't need to worry about these troublesome situations for the time being.

All he wants is for his small plot of land in the North Sea to be settled.

However, it's one thing for the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce to be able to establish itself in the North Sea, but he doesn't intend to let other human forces come to the North Sea to get a share of the pie.

As for the appropriate measure, he didn't need to consider it; he could simply leave it to his capable and good secretary Li Ya.

I believe this good secretary can ensure the development of the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce without making other human forces think that the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce has any shady connections with Soul Beast.

Another month passed, and the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce gradually began to establish itself in the North Sea. Meanwhile, You Chen himself successfully broke through to the 70% level of the Dragon Elephant Chapter of the Godly Elephant Suppressing Prison Strength.

Compared to the previous pace of progress, it has slowed down slightly, but it is still within You Chen's acceptable range.

He planned to push his physical cultivation to its limit in one fell swoop!

But at this moment, You Chen received a rescue message from Dugu Bo.

If we go back a little further in time, it was roughly after You Chen and the people from Sea God Island met.

There are no secrets that stay hidden forever.

The Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce had been developing peacefully for quite some time. Ning Fengzhi wasn't stupid, so he naturally realized that the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce wasn't just putting on a brave face. In other words... their idea of attacking Prince Xue Xing to relieve the siege of Wei had completely gone astray.

The Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce does have some connection with Prince Xue Xing, but it is by no means the close connection that Ning Fengzhi initially imagined. They are probably just partners.

However, the funds and resources of the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce have already been fully mobilized, making it virtually impossible to curb Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce development through commercial means at this point.

There was no time for regret. Ning Fengzhi immediately chose to invite Dugu Bo, the current head of the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce, to a meeting.

The two sides chose to meet in Heaven Dou City.

This is, after all, the capital of the world. Even if the emperor's status in this extraordinary world is not as high as in the modern world, he still has a certain degree of deterrence and authority in this era.

At least the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect still needs to maintain its reputation as a righteous sect and do business in the Douluo Continent, so it won't choose to tear off its mask in such a place.

However, every time Dugu Bo's gaze swept over Chen Xin, who stood like a statue behind Ning Fengzhi, he couldn't help but feel a pang in his heart.

Standing behind Ning Fengzhi was Sword Saint Chen Xin, while behind him stood Ge Ruisi, the capable head steward.

In the original novel, before Chen Xin explained the qualitative difference in strength between Super Douluo and ordinary Titled Douluo, Bone Douluo Gu Rong did not know why there was such a huge difference in strength between them.

Not to mention that without any lineage to inherit, he might very well be Dugu Bo, the one with the strongest title in the history of the Dugu Clan.

Those who do not come from powerful families, even if they are Titled Douluo, are no different from country bumpkins in the eyes of those from powerful families.

Before the actual clash, they probably all thought that the gap between Titled Douluo was about the same as the gap between Soul Douluo.

Ignorance breeds fearlessness.

But now, Dugu Bo has received You Chen's explanation of the science.

They learned that there are differences even among Titled Douluo.

Before being taught a lesson by You Chen, Dugu Bo never imagined that other Titled Douluo could beat him up without using any Soul Skill.

But now, he knows that there are always people more powerful than him and that even if he becomes Titled Douluo, he is still only standing on the mountainside, not at the summit.

According to the information provided by You Chen, the Sword Saint Chen Xin in front of him is also a ruthless person who can easily defeat him with one hand...

Do you think Dugu Bo wouldn't feel uneasy?

"I have long heard of Your Majesty Bilin's name, but this is the first time we have actually met."

Just as Dugu Bo was controlling his facial expression, Ning Fengzhi revealed a gentle and refined smile that instantly won people's favor, and said to him, "I didn't expect Your Majesty Bilin to be so much younger and more handsome than I've heard. It's an honor that you could take the time to meet me here."

Both sides took their seats.

Dugu Bo remained noncommittal about Ning Fengzhi's bridal sedan chair, silently taking a sip of tea from the negotiating table. Maintaining the air of Titled Douluo, he said indifferently, "Ning Fengzhi, the dignified Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School, have you become tainted by the hypocrisy of the ZZ family because you've been in the arms of the royal family for too long? Let's get straight to the point. I think we should both be quite busy lately."

Ning Fengzhi's expression stiffened slightly.

He didn't expect Dugu Bo to be so disrespectful.

Since that's the case...

'Then I won't give you face. You old poisoner.'

A cold glint flashed in Ning Fengzhi's eyes. His smile faded slightly, and he crossed his arms in the posture of Commander Ikari, saying, "Then, let's talk about... those new products developed by your Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce? Desk lamps, refrigerators, fans, Beast Soul Pill... these are indeed very novel and have never appeared before. I truly admire and respect your development capabilities. But, haven't you actually not fully realized your development speed and potential? Hasn't your Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce considered developing even faster?"

Dugu Bo's face showed disdain. "Do I need to spell out the obstacles to the development of our Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce here?"

Ning Fengzhi released his hands, leaned back in his chair, and smiled confidently, "Yes, it is indeed our Seven Treasure Chamber of Commerce. But the business world is like a battlefield, and the distribution of profits has always been like this. Besides, your development in the Star Luo Empire has been hindered by more than just us, hasn't it? On this point, we are in the same boat, and we can totally join forces to expand the Star Luo Empire market. It's even possible that we could use this opportunity to help the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce rise to the same level as our Seven Treasure Chamber of Commerce."

Dugu Bo snorted coldly and sneered, "Your suggestion sounds tempting, but... don't treat me like a complete idiot who doesn't understand business, Ning Fengzhi. It can grow stronger, but after it grows stronger, do you think I don't know who the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce will belong to?"

Despite Dugu Bo's sarcasm, Ning Fengzhi showed no anger on his face and said calmly, "There's something I really don't want to say. But, Poison Douluo, since you're so stubborn, I have to give you this advice. Do you know—the rules of the game are always made by the strong?"

In an instant, Chen Xin's terrifying Soul Power surged forth.

However, Chen Xin was Chen Xin after all, and he wouldn't take his anger out on the weak. He simply concentrated all his energy on suppressing Dugu Bo alone.

The powerful Soul Power fluctuations were even stronger than what Dugu Bo had sensed from You Chen.

After all, You Chen has never been known for his strength in Soul Power.

Dugu Bo's face was deathly pale, and his body even began to tremble slightly.

He felt as if he were being targeted by a sharp, divine sword, and cold sweat poured from his pores.

But at that moment, Ge Ruisi stepped forward.

Chen Xin's expression shifted; even his aura was something that ordinary Soul Master could not withstand.

To avoid harming innocent people, he had to restrain his imposing manner.

Ning Fengzhi gave Ge Ruisi a strange look.

Even though a Titled Douluo was humiliated in front of her, she still stepped forward without fear, truly a remarkable woman.

"Hehehe."

Dugu Bo's hoarse and low chuckle echoed in the reception room.

Ning Fengzhi frowned slightly and asked, "Poison Douluo, what's so funny? Why don't you tell us and share it with everyone here?"

What am I laughing at?

Dugu Bo grinned. "The rules of the game are always set by the strong? Ning Fengzhi, you're absolutely right, not at all! But don't you think it's incredibly ridiculous and laughable for such words to come out of the mouth of a weakling like you?! How dare you, a support Soul Sage, utter such a joke? Hahahaha!!!"

Whoosh!

Ning Fengzhi ugly, while Chen Xin stood directly in front of Dugu Bo, releasing his pressure at close range, and said in a deep voice, "Old poisoner, my Sword Saint Chen Xin, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect share the same origin. My power is naturally the power of the sect leader. Do you mean to say that only one's own power can be considered power, and only one can be considered a strong person?"

"Refute? Why should I refute?"

Dugu Bo chuckled and pointed at himself, "You don't actually think I'm the boss of the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce, do you?"

"Um?"

Both Sword Saint Chen Xin and Ning Fengzhi were taken aback.

At this moment, Ge Ruisi spoke up at the opportune moment, "Lord Dugu is only the vice president of the Beast Soul Chamber of Commerce."

Dugu Bo his head, looking extremely smug, as if to say, "That's right, that's exactly it."

His smugness even left Ning Fengzhi and the other person somewhat bewildered—wait, what are you so proud of, guild leader? What's there to be proud of?

Ning Fengzhi, however, did not believe it and laughed, "Poison Douluo, this is a formal business meeting, so please don't joke around here."

Dugu Bo's expression turned cold, and he said, "I'm not joking with you."

He turned to look at Chen Xin, grinned, and said, "My older brother can take on ten of you!"

Then, a month later...

"Quack! Big brother, save my teeth!"

You Chen received such a message from Dugu Bo.

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