Douluo: I, Unrivaled Thief, Explosive King Returns

Watching Dugu Bo's despondent appearance, Unrivaled Thief said with a grin, "Don't look so dead inside. Didn't I say there was another way?"

"What is the second method?" Dugu Bo pressed urgently, hope rekindling in his eyes.

Unrivaled Thief did not beat around the bush. "The second method is even simpler. The Jade Python Emperor is a Beast Martial Soul, and every time you use Jade Python Poison, some of it remains in your body. As long as you force the residual poison into a Spirit Bone, it won't harm you anymore."

"Brilliant! How did I not think of that?!"

Dugu Bo's eyes lit up, but he soon shook his head with a bitter, self-mocking smile.

"This method may work to cure Yan Yan's poison. But I have cultivated the Jade Phosphorus Snake Martial Soul for over seventy years and have long become one with the poison. If anything goes wrong while forcing it out, it would be no different from seeking my own death."

Hearing this, Unrivaled Thief said confidently, "Don't worry. Since I said I could cure your poison, I would never deceive you."

Although he did not understand Tang San's methods involving medicinal catalysts, he possessed the North Profound Divine Art!

Guiding the poison in Dugu Bo's body into a Spirit Bone was no difficult task for him.

"Once you have done it once, you'll be able to circulate your cultivation along the same route and force out the poison yourself in the future."

As Unrivaled Thief spoke, he pointed toward the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye. "Since you have a head Spirit Bone, come in with me. I'll guide you through it once first. After that, you'll have to rely on yourself."

Dugu Bo froze. He had not expected Unrivaled Thief to know that he possessed a head Spirit Bone.

But after thinking it over, it seemed perfectly reasonable.

After all, the man even knew about the highly confidential matter of his poisoning. Was knowing that he had a head Spirit Bone really so surprising?

He then followed behind Unrivaled Thief, striding toward the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.

At the same time, a major event took place within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

After weighing the pros and cons, Ning Fengzhi made a shocking decision.

"Send Rongrong back to the side of Spirit Hall's Holy Son?! Fengzhi, are you joking?!"

Ning Fengzhi's Scheme, Absorbing Immortal Herbs and Spirit Bones

"Fengzhi! Do you want Rongrong to be doomed beyond redemption? That is Spirit Hall, a place that devours people without even leaving their bones behind!"

Sword Douluo flew into a furious rage and roared sternly at Ning Fengzhi, who sat in the seat of honor.

This time, Bone Douluo also rarely stood on the same side as Sword Douluo. He said gravely, "Fengzhi, it was already a blessing that Rongrong returned safely. Why are you pushing her back into the fire now?"

He paused before continuing, "Besides, even if Spirit Hall's Holy Son accepts Rongrong and she manages to fit in there, what will the Heaven Dou Imperial Family think if a direct descendant of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is sent to Spirit Hall? Aren't we just inviting trouble?"

Bone Douluo had never wanted to interfere too much with Ning Fengzhi's decisions, because the latter was the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Moreover, as a merchant, he knew how to maximize his own gains.

But this concerned the safety of Ning Rongrong and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, so Bone Douluo had no choice but to step forward in opposition.

At this moment, Ning Fengzhi had shed his usual gentle and refined demeanor. His expression was cold as iron. "Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, please calm down."

"Hmph! Calm down? How can this old man possibly calm down?!" Sword Douluo was beside himself with rage. "Rongrong is your biological daughter, not some commodity to be traded at will! If you do not want her, then this old man does!"

In truth, both Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo understood Ning Fengzhi's true nature.

Otherwise, with his mere rank seventy-nine Soul Saint cultivation, how could he have managed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect so obediently from top to bottom?

Even with the two of them, both Title Douluos, guarding the sect, how could he rest easy without exceptional methods and a ruthless heart of his own?

And Ning Fengzhi's decision now was undoubtedly treating his own daughter as a tool for profit!

Faced with Sword Douluo's furious rebuke, Ning Fengzhi's expression did not change in the slightest.

He said calmly, "This was Rongrong's own wish. As her father, I am merely respecting her decision."

"You!" Sword Douluo trembled with anger. The Seven Kill Sword instantly flew from its sheath, and with a flash of sword light, he shot toward the door.

"If this is not Rongrong's own wish, then even if you are the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, this old man will make you pay today!"

Despite Sword Douluo's threat from outside the hall, Ning Fengzhi remained utterly composed.

Seeing this, Bone Douluo knew that Ning Rongrong had likely already been persuaded.

"Fengzhi!" he asked in a deep voice. "What exactly is your purpose in doing this? Letting Rongrong become Spirit Hall Holy Son's companion may allow us to establish ties with Spirit Hall, but how do you intend to handle the relationship between the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Heaven Dou Imperial Family?"

Ning Fengzhi had expected this question. He smiled lightly. "Rongrong ran away from home, and I had no knowledge of her meeting Spirit Hall's Holy Son. She cannot represent the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Even if Xue Ye learns of it, what can he do? Does he truly dare force the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to defect to Spirit Hall?"

The reason he was so fearless was because he had calculated that the Heaven Dou Imperial Family would not dare use this matter against them.

If the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect truly parted ways with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, the only one to suffer would be the Heaven Dou Empire.

Would Xue Ye be angry?

Naturally! But so what?!

Ning Fengzhi understood deeply that only sufficient strength gave one the right to choose at any time.

Human nature was to seek benefit and avoid harm. Anger often arose because one had failed to seize the initiative.

If it were any other faction, they would likely make the same choice he had.

"Now that Spirit Hall's Golden Generation and Spirit Hall's Holy Son have suddenly emerged," Ning Fengzhi continued, "Spirit Hall's older generation and younger generation alike have left the major powers of the continent unable to breathe. I am merely leaving the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect an additional path of retreat."

Bone Douluo fell silent.

As one of the Upper Three Sects, he understood Spirit Hall's overwhelmingly powerful strength better than anyone from the other factions.

Indeed, the major powers of the continent could still contend with Spirit Hall if they united.

But would there be no conflicts within such an alliance?

Even a power as mighty as Spirit Hall had differing voices within it.

That was precisely why Ning Fengzhi's choice seemed especially wise.

By currying favor with both sides, no matter who won in the end, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would remain standing.

Seeing this, Ning Fengzhi softened his tone slightly. "Uncle Bone, rest assured. Rongrong will not be wronged. She is my biological daughter, after all. How could I send her to her death?"

His voice paused, then he added meaningfully, "Besides, with Rongrong's beauty, becoming Spirit Hall Holy Son's woman would not be difficult."

"A Soul Ancestor who possesses a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring at the age of twelve—with such talent, he is highly likely to become Spirit Hall's next Supreme Pontiff. At that time, would you still think Rongrong would suffer?"

These words were half sincere and half meant to reassure him.

Ning Fengzhi knew well that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's position among the Upper Three Sects relied entirely on the support of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.

Otherwise, even if the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect possessed mountains of gold and silver, it would not be able to hire these two Title Douluos.

Bone Douluo let out a long sigh. "So be it. For now, this is the only way."

He suddenly recalled something and lowered his voice. "Fengzhi, do you not intend to release the news of Tang Hao's capture? After all, this is enough to shake the entire continent."

"Why should I release that news?" Ning Fengzhi revealed a meaningful smile. "When did I ever learn that Tang Hao had been captured?"

With just those two sentences, he had found an excuse for when others later learned that Ning Rongrong had become Spirit Hall Holy Son's companion.

Not only that, but he had also removed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect from the matter entirely.

Bone Douluo looked deeply at Ning Fengzhi, a trace of complexity flashing through his eyes.

This sect master, who appeared gentle and refined, possessed a mind far too deep to fathom.

Sunset Forest, Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.

Unrivaled Thief slowly withdrew the hand pressed against Dugu Bo's head Spirit Bone and raised the corner of his lips. "Old Poison, how do you feel?"

Dugu Bo abruptly opened his eyes. His cloudy eyes, which had long been eroded by poison, had now become clear and bright.

Feeling the unprecedented lightness within his body, his voice trembled with excitement. "The symptoms of poisoning have truly weakened! This method works! Yan Yan is finally saved!"

A fixation that had tormented him for more than twenty years had finally been resolved. This Poison Douluo, who had always been gloomy and sinister, now rejoiced like a child.

Unrivaled Thief looked at the emerald poison mist rising from his palm and promptly poured cold water over him. "Don't celebrate just yet. This method still has some hidden risks."

"What risks?!" Dugu Bo immediately tensed up.

"It is not a major problem." Unrivaled Thief explained unhurriedly, "Spirit Bones have limited capacity. When using poison in the future, try to draw upon the poison stored within the Spirit Bone. If too much accumulates, use another Spirit Bone to store it."

He paused, his tone becoming more serious. "When curing your granddaughter, I suggest you do not use a head Spirit Bone. Store it in Spirit Bones from other parts of the body. Even if the poison erupts, she will at least have a chance to survive. But if it erupts in a head Spirit Bone, you should understand the terror of Jade Python Poison better than I do."

"I understand!" Dugu Bo suddenly came to his senses, cold sweat instantly soaking his back.

Having spent years among poison, he naturally would not make such a basic mistake.

But Dugu Yan had only just begun studying poison. If such a situation truly occurred, she might be doomed beyond redemption.

"Thank you for the reminder, Holy Son. From now on, I am yours to command!" Dugu Bo clasped his fists solemnly, his eyes filled with gratitude.

He then noticed the emerald poison mist rising from Unrivaled Thief's palm and hurriedly said, "Holy Son, do you need this old man to detoxify you?"

As Poison Douluo, he was extremely sensitive to toxins. Naturally, he could tell that Unrivaled Thief had been contaminated by Jade Python Poison.

For him, curing this freshly inflicted poison would be effortless.

But Unrivaled Thief rolled his eyes. He casually took out the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and Infernal Delicate Apricot from his Soul Tool, lightly rubbed them together in his palm, and the emerald poison mist instantly dispersed.

"With these two Immortal Herbs in hand, do I still need your help to detoxify myself?"

Dugu Bo was immediately left speechless.

That was right. The other man did not practice poison arts, so he naturally did not fear the side effects of using these two Immortal Herbs to neutralize poison.

"Alright." Unrivaled Thief waved his hand and chuckled.

"You should go first. I imagine you can hardly wait to detoxify your granddaughter. Once you have settled your family matters, come find me."

Dugu Bo did not say anything further. After clasping his fists in salute, he hurriedly left the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.

Watching Dugu Bo leave, Unrivaled Thief sat down cross-legged.

"Now that I have finally dealt with their affairs, it is time for me to absorb the Immortal Herbs and the Titan Giant Ape Left Arm Bone!"

Everyone's Strength Increased, Return to Suotuo City

At the center of the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye, Unrivaled Thief sat cross-legged.

Having already absorbed the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and Infernal Delicate Apricot, he no longer feared the scorching heat and freezing cold of the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.

At this moment, the Titan Giant Ape Left Arm Bone floated before him, ancient dark-golden patterns emerging across its surface.

"The Titan Giant Ape's left arm bone is finally mine!" Unrivaled Thief muttered, a trace of excitement flashing in his eyes.

Without the slightest hesitation, he immediately began absorbing the Spirit Bone.

In an instant, the agonizing pain of the bone fusing erupted. Crimson light burrowed into his flesh like living creatures.

The veins along his entire left arm bulged, as though molten lava were surging beneath his skin.

At the same time, the two-colored waters of the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye suddenly boiled, transforming into two tornadoes that coiled around his body!

"Gah!"

Unrivaled Thief sucked in a cold breath. Fine beads of sweat formed on his forehead, yet a wild smile curled across his lips. "I have already absorbed even your Soul Ring. You think a mere Spirit Bone can resist me?!"

In an instant, Soul Power surged through his body like a flood, washing over his left arm and forcibly suppressing the violent energy of the Titan Giant Ape Left Arm Bone.

After the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and Infernal Delicate Apricot had enhanced his physique, absorbing a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone was no difficult matter.

Moreover, due to the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye, his absorption speed was even faster than that of others.

Two hours passed in the blink of an eye. At the center of the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye, Unrivaled Thief suddenly opened his eyes.

"Success!"

He moved his left arm in satisfaction, feeling the terrifying power contained within it.

"As expected of the Titan Giant Ape's left arm bone. Even without using the Overlord Wind-Chasing Fist, I can now rely on sheer strength to contend with a Soul Emperor! And my Soul Power has risen five levels as well. I'm rank forty-eight now!"

Suddenly, Unrivaled Thief sensed someone arriving at the outer perimeter. His left arm swung forward sharply.

With a bang, the air exploded. A visible shockwave sent the waters of the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye splashing dozens of meters into the air.

Then, he revealed a mischievous grin and plunged headfirst into the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.

Not long ago, at the outer perimeter of the Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.

"This feels incredible! Is this what it feels like to cheat?!" Rebel Son suddenly sprang up from the ground, Soul Power surging around him as he danced excitedly.

Feeling the surging strength in his body, he could not help throwing back his head and laughing. "Hahaha! One blade of grass made my Soul Power jump five whole levels!"

Thief Father was likewise unable to hide his joy, his eyes gleaming with ecstatic delight.