Taking Immortal Herbs, the Battle Spear's Terrifying Evolution

"What the hell? This apprenticeship routine again!"

Ji Wuming looked at Dugu Bo's somewhat smug expression and was utterly speechless. Although Dugu Bo was already a Super Douluo, becoming his disciple would mean gaining a protector on his path in the future, which was indeed a good thing.

But Dugu Bo specialized in poison, while Ji Wuming's Martial Soul cultivation did not focus on poison. There were simply things between them that were not well suited.

"What, you're hesitating, kid? I am a Titled Douluo, and I've never taken a disciple in my life. I'm in a good mood today, so I'm taking you in as my disciple. Consider yourself lucky."

Seeing Ji Wuming's indecision, Dugu Bo felt somewhat displeased. He was a dignified Titled Douluo—was he really going to be rejected by some mere Soul Elder brat?

If he had not confirmed that this boy was only thirteen by bone age, yet already a level thirty-five Soul Elder and a promising genius, as well as someone who could help his Martial Soul Evolution, Dugu Bo would never have considered taking a disciple.

"No, I appreciate your kindness, Senior!"

Ji Wuming paused before continuing.

"To be honest, I come from Sea God Island and belong to the soul masters of Sea Spear City. Sea Spear Douluo is my master, so..."

Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo flashed directly in front of Ji Wuming and stared at him with an unprecedentedly frightening gaze.

"Really? You may have plenty of tricks up your sleeve, brat, but you can't fool me!"

"How could I deceive a Titled Douluo? Most of my abilities were taught to me by my master."

Ji Wuming's eyes were filled with utter sincerity, though he was actually somewhat panicked inside, praying without pause.

Sea God Island, Sea Spear Douluo... I'm a child of the Sea God, blessed by the Sea God. Borrowing Sea God Island's identity shouldn't be a problem, right?

Dugu Bo stared into Ji Wuming's eyes for a while before helplessly flicking his sleeve and clasping his hands behind his back, regret on his face.

"Fine. Forget about becoming my disciple."

Dugu Bo had heard of Sea God Island's great reputation. More than twenty years ago, Spirit Hall had sent its elite forces to wipe out Sea God Island, only to return in utter defeat. More than half of their elites had perished, including a Titled Douluo.

As for the Sea Spear Douluo Ji Wuming had mentioned, he was likely a powerful soul master on Sea God Island at the Titled Douluo level. Their Martial Souls were also similar, both spear-type Martial Souls. Ji Wuming had truly found himself a fine master.

Seeing Dugu Bo's slight disappointment, Ji Wuming did not want to miss out on a level ninety-five Super Douluo as his protector. He tentatively stepped close to Dugu Bo's ear and said lightly, "Since I can't become your disciple, I could try becoming good friends with your granddaughter."

"You little brat, do you know who you're talking to?"

The moment Dugu Bo heard that, he slapped Ji Wuming on the back. He had deliberately held back his strength, but it still made Ji Wuming wince in pain.

"If that really won't work, I can give your granddaughter some serious consideration too!"

Dugu Bo remained furious at Ji Wuming's words. What did he mean, he would give her some consideration? There might not be a thousand people interested in Yanyan, but there were certainly over a hundred. And lately, Old Dragon's grandson had been the most sincere among her pursuers and also had the strongest background.

"Enough. Hurry and fix the flaws in your Martial Soul. I still need to bring Yanyan here, so I don't have time to argue with you."

Dugu Bo treated Ji Wuming's words as a joke. Although he had now reached the level of a rank ninety-five Super Douluo, equal in strength to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect Leader and perhaps even slightly stronger,

Yu Tianheng, his junior, was no less talented. With the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan backing him and his wholehearted affection for Dugu Bo's granddaughter, a marriage alliance would naturally be ideal.

If that did not work out, then considering this brat in front of him would not be a problem either. With that, Dugu Bo leaped away in a swift step, leaving the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

Ji Wuming could finally absorb the immortal-grade herbs in peace. He took out the Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew, first drinking the few drops of dew between its leaves before swallowing the entire plant.

He sat down cross-legged on the spot as several streams of golden energy gathered toward him. They not only expanded his spiritual power, but also nourished the Thunder Dragon Fish External Soul Bone atop his head.

Before long, Ji Wuming exhaled a breath of turbid golden air and slowly opened his eyes. His vision had improved enormously, and his perception of the outside world had become exceptionally sharp.

In particular, the two faint streams of Soul Power—one blue and one red—constantly circulating within the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well were especially clear under Ji Wuming's observation.

"This must be the energy leaking from the Ice and Fire Dragon King Bone at the bottom of the pool. Unfortunately, with my current spiritual power, I still can't sense the Ice and Fire Dragon King Bone down there."

Ji Wuming was very interested in the fallen Ice and Fire Dragon King Bone. Not only did it contain pure Dragon Race essence blood, but it also contained two Million Year Soul Bones.

Yet even if he consumed the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and the Infernal Delicate Apricot and gained immunity to both ice and fire, his current physique could never withstand descending to the bottom of the pool. Moreover, if he took out all the dragon bones and dragon blood, then without an energy supply, this treasured land would become nothing more than an ordinary spring within ten thousand years.

If he wanted to seize the Soul Bones while allowing this treasured land to continue developing sustainably, he would need to make further plans.

Ji Wuming then took out the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum and the most crucial item, the Aromatic Silk Beauty.

"Now that my spiritual power has nearly tripled, even after my Martial Soul Evolution, I'll be able to steadily control the blood qi and the Blood Thunder Battle Spear Martial Soul!"

Ji Wuming first consumed the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, then swallowed the Aromatic Silk Beauty. The Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum tempered his body, and as his flesh absorbed it, it forged his body into an Indestructible Vajra Body.

The Aromatic Silk Beauty, meanwhile, drew upon the Soul Power within his body, sending a massive amount of pure energy surging toward the Blood Thunder Battle Spear Martial Soul.

Bang—

A muffled explosion suddenly erupted from within Ji Wuming's body. The Blood Thunder Battle Spear appeared on its own and embedded itself firmly in the ground before him.

From both the battle spear and Ji Wuming himself, countless dense waves of bloody aura spread outward, forming an enormous oval-shaped blood mist that enveloped both man and spear.

The roars, struggles, and cries of despair of countless beasts, soul beasts, and humans emerged from within the blood mist, as though they were trying to escape. The entire scene was terrifying beyond measure.

At that moment, Dugu Bo had already arrived with Dugu Yan. The instant they steadied themselves, they were startled by the mass of deep crimson blood mist before them.

Dugu Yan in particular was terrified when she smelled the thick stench of blood in the air and saw the blood mist take the shapes of humans and beasts as it struggled to break free. She hid behind Dugu Bo and retched repeatedly.

"Grandfather, that blood mist... wasn't made by Ji Wuming, was it?"