Douluo: So You're the Theory Master?

Only because he was a Titled Douluo now could he see things so clearly. If he were also a Soul Elder, or even a Soul Ancestor, he felt he would be no match at all.

"I just wanted Yanyan to see the gap."

"I already held back a lot."

Ning Qinghe spoke with a smile.

Playing the role of a gentle, reliable older brother.

In truth, he was not exaggerating. With the other side's strength, if he unleashed his full power, he could knock her down in an instant.

It would just consume much more Soul Power. With the little Soul Power he had, he could only fight seven or eight opponents at most.

"Grandpa, Dean—cough—Big Brother Qinghe really did hold back a lot."

"If he hadn't been sparring with me, the battle could have ended long ago. Besides, I wasn't injured at all."

Dugu Yan finally recovered from the battle.

She had only expended some stamina and Soul Power. To a Soul Master, those injuries were nothing; she merely looked a little disheveled after rolling several times.

She was now thoroughly convinced by Ning Qinghe.

What had happened just now truly felt like her grandfather disciplining her.

However, Dugu Bo found her words a little strange. He had not even said anything, yet she had already acknowledged it herself.

She had always been so unruly.

He glanced at the two of them but said nothing further, merely shaking his head helplessly.

"Big Brother Qinghe, if I cultivate according to the plan, can I become like you too?"

"You seemed able to predict my attacks every time. That shouldn't have been one of your spirit skills, right?"

"You also seemed to use very little Soul Power. At most, you only used some when you caught me at the end."

Ignoring her grandfather's gaze, Dugu Yan stepped closer to ask, her curiosity evident.

"If you can persist, then you have a chance of cultivating to that level."

"That wasn't a spirit skill just now. I simply predicted your movements in advance based on your actions and eyes. You're really far too easy to read."

"Also, my physical body is highly sensitive to my surroundings. There are some things I can predict without even seeing them."

"As for Soul Power, my Soul Power Level is a little low right now, so I save whatever I can."

Ning Qinghe explained the situation directly.

He did not try to hide the fact that his Soul Power Level was low.

"Big Brother Qinghe's Soul Power Level is only a little low right now. He'll definitely surpass everyone else later."

Dugu Yan now understood Ning Qinghe's circumstances very clearly.

The two of them were not exactly inseparable, but their relationship had indeed grown considerably.

Dugu Yan had no objections at all regarding the training. She still aspired to become stronger.

She had even prepared herself to stay away from Heaven Dou City for the time being.

Seeing this, Dugu Bo felt even more reassured about leaving his granddaughter here.

He could also enter seclusion for a few days and focus on studying the Poison Body Method, first improving his resistance to poisons.

With matters more or less settled, Dugu Yan focused on cultivation, Dugu Bo conducted his research, and Ning Qinghe also went into seclusion to meditate and improve his spiritual power.

The days passed one after another, and half a month quickly went by. It could be said that each of them had gained something.

Ning Qinghe had adjusted himself to peak condition and was ready to absorb a Spirit Ring at any time. Over the past half month, nothing troublesome had disturbed him, aside from occasionally studying cultivation methods with Dugu Yan when she came looking for him.

Dugu Yan's physical body had strengthened considerably. At this rate, in less than three months, her physical body would be comparable to that of a Soul Ancestor.

Her spiritual power, Soul Power control, and combat techniques had also improved.

As for Dugu Bo, he had already developed the first stage of the Poison Body Method.

Although it could not withstand the poison of a Titled Douluo, it could already endure one-tenth of his poison. That was an excellent beginning.

The days continued to pass.

As the agreed date for the Extreme Research Institute approached.

More and more guests arrived in Seven Treasure City. Some even came early, only to be received first by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Prince Xue Xing and Xue Qinghe, the crown prince of the Heaven Dou Empire, were among them.

They had arrived three days early and had stayed at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect for several days.

The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had similarly arrived a day early. Titled Douluo Yu Yuanzhen had come personally, demonstrating how seriously they took the matter.

This made the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect livelier than ever and had them prepare for all manner of unexpected situations.

Within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Some rejoiced while others worried.

Their attention was not focused on the same matters.

Prince Xue Xing was extremely uncomfortable now.

Within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, he felt like he was sitting on pins and needles, yet he had no choice but to remain.

The main reason was that he had learned the news of Dugu Bo joining the Extreme Research Institute.

Dugu Yan had previously left the academy and come here, never leaving afterward. That could not be concealed, and it had exposed Dugu Bo's movements as well.

Dugu Bo could now be considered an honored guest of the Heaven Dou Empire.

In truth, because of their personal ties, he was one of Prince Xue Xing's supporters.

But now that Dugu Bo had joined the Extreme Research Institute, Prince Xue Xing was very displeased.

More importantly, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had an excellent relationship with Xue Qinghe, who was also Ning Fengzhi's disciple.

That relationship seemed even closer than the one he had.

If Dugu Bo truly sided with Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, he was afraid he would be finished.

Unfortunately, he did not want to offend either the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect or Dugu Bo. Nor could he truly force the issue and question them, which left him utterly helpless.

He was a prince, and this was his own Heaven Dou Empire, yet he could only huddle obediently within this sect and sulk.

Prince Xue Xing felt somewhat despondent and desperately wanted to return sooner.

The dejected expression on the dignified, luxurious middle-aged man was obvious, and even the Personal Guards around him did not dare approach too closely.

Fortunately, the wait did not last long.

A message soon came from a reception disciple of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

"Prince Xue Xing, Sect Master Ning invites everyone to depart for the Research Institute."

"The carriages are ready."

Prince Xue Xing immediately changed his attitude.

For now, he could only do his best to win people over.

"Let's go."

Without wasting time, he quickly led his people outside.

But he soon became alert.

Because he saw Xue Qinghe. As members of the imperial family, their assigned locations were not far apart.

"Your Highness the Crown Prince."

"Let's depart quickly. We shouldn't keep anyone waiting."

Though they were uncle and nephew by relation, their relationship was truly poor.

Xue Qinghe was handsome and refined, carrying a strong noble air as well as an affinity similar to Ning Qinghe's.

Their names were even the same.

Before Xue Qinghe could respond, Prince Xue Xing led his people into a carriage and departed ahead of him.

He wanted to find Dugu Bo and test the latter's attitude.

That was far more important than anything else at the moment.

A Titled Douluo could greatly strengthen his position.

Thus, he ignored Crown Prince Xue Qinghe.

Their relationship truly could not be considered good.

Even after being openly slighted like this, Xue Qinghe remained perfectly calm. He did not get angry, merely shook his head and watched Prince Xue Xing disappear with a smile.

Then he boarded his own carriage and set off.

They were not the only ones. Within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, several carriages departed one after another for the Extreme Research Institute in Seven Treasure City.