"Old me merely held a slight upper hand. Those two didn't fight desperately, nor did they use their Martial Soul Fusion Skill. If we truly fought, I might not be their match."
Gu Ci fell silent for a moment, then nodded. "As expected. Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo have worked together for many years. Polar Stillness Domain is their trump card."
"Although you've broken through to rank ninety-five, Grandpa Dugu, and have the support of a Soul Core and Immortal Herbs, you're still alone."
Dugu Bo glanced at him. "You don't seem surprised."
Gu Ci smiled. "Because I knew from the start that Spirit Hall wouldn't let this go."
"Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo came merely to test the waters."
"They wanted to know your strength, Grandpa Dugu. They wanted to know exactly how many cards we have up our sleeves."
"They retreated today because they felt it wasn't worth making a move yet. But when they come again, it won't be so simple."
Dugu Bo fell silent, his fingers tightening slightly around his teacup.
"Kid, what are you planning to do?"
Gu Ci thought for a moment. "Stall. The longer we stall, the stronger we become."
"You're improving, Grandpa Dugu. Grandpa Zhao and the others' Soul Tools are improving as well. Yanyan and I are growing too."
"Once we have enough strength, if Spirit Hall wants to make a move against us, they'll have to think twice."
After a pause, he added, "Also, that girl who came today is from Spirit Hall."
Dugu Bo's pupils contracted slightly. "Are you certain?"
"I am." Gu Ci nodded.
"Her bearing, the way she spoke, and that inborn arrogance of hers aren't things an ordinary family could cultivate."
"Besides, Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo came to Heaven Dou City, and she was there