Meng Shu Offers His Daughter? Poison Douluo: Found a Sect in Sunset City, Rule the Sunset Forest-Will That Satisfy You, Young Master?

"Forty-eight ranks?!"

Hearing that number, Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang sucked in a sharp breath and froze on the spot.

Judging by Huang Yan's age, he couldn't have been more than fifteen or sixteen.

A forty-eighth-rank Soul Ancestor at fifteen or sixteen?

He wasn't just a genius. He was a monster!

The atmosphere in the group shifted subtly as they continued on their way.

Meng Yiran, who had been somewhat haughty before, now looked like an adoring fangirl.

She stayed close by Huang Yan's side, her beautiful eyes brimming with undisguised admiration and enthusiasm.

"Huang Yan, how do you usually cultivate?

How did you get so strong?"

"I just go with the flow and get in a few more life-or-death fights."

Well, possessing Ma Hongjun—how could that not count as a life-or-death fight?

It was just that Huang Yan himself hadn't been the one to die.

"Then when you were deep in the Star Dou Great Forest, did you come across anything interesting?

What do those Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beasts look like?"

"I wouldn't call it interesting. I just killed a few Spirit Beasts that didn't know their place."

Faced with Meng Yiran's rapid-fire questions, Huang Yan answered in a calm, noncommittal manner.

He usually didn't like chatter.

But he had to admit that Meng Yiran's sincere admiration and affection did wonders for his mood.

Besides, Meng Yiran was pretty and charming, with a slender figure. Having her around was a pleasant sight.

Huang Yan glanced at the smiling girl beside him and mused to himself:

If things work out naturally later on, there's no harm in making her mine.

After all, according to my plans, when I ascend to godhood in the future, I'll need to leave behind a force of my own on the Douluo Continent.

Having my descendants spread across this continent wouldn't be a bad choice, either.

Up ahead, Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang had naturally seen every bit of the interaction between the two behind them.

Chao Tianxiang lowered her voice and nudged her husband with a knowing smile.

"Old man, look at Yiran. The girl's practically been bewitched.

I've never seen her take such an interest in anyone her own age."

Meng Shu stroked his beard, his aged face bright with satisfaction, and replied in a low voice:

"A peerless genius with such exceptional talent and such a powerful background is a rare find!

He's quite the catch."

Chao Tianxiang nodded in agreement, a shrewd glint in her eyes.

"Exactly. If Yiran really gets together with him, that would be wonderful.

Not only would Yiran have a good match, but our clan would have a mighty pillar to lean on in the future!"

Before long, the four of them arrived safely in Heaven Dou City and went straight to Dugu Manor.

Inside the main hall.

Dugu Bo, dressed in a green robe, sat at the head of the room.

When he saw Meng Shu and the others enter, he started to rise and greet them.

But then his gaze suddenly passed over them and fixed on Huang Yan, who was walking at the back.

Dugu Bo's pupils contracted. He froze as if struck by lightning.

"This... this aura..."

A storm surged in Dugu Bo's heart.

Although Huang Yan hadn't released his Martial Soul,

the faint, noble pressure he gave off, woven from holiness and searing heat, was something Dugu Bo would never forget for the rest of his life!

That pure Bright Phoenix bloodline aura—

it was exactly the same as the "senior's"!

Seeing Dugu Bo's strange expression, Meng Shu hurried forward and spoke respectfully:

"Senior Poison Douluo, my wife and I have come as promised.

This is Young Master Huang Yan. We met him on the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest, and he said..."

"No need to introduce him."

Dugu Bo abruptly came to his senses and interrupted Meng Shu.

To the astonishment of the entire Meng family,

Dugu Bo, a dignified Titled Douluo, hurried over to Huang Yan, bowed slightly, and spoke with undisguised reverence:

"Y-You're that senior's descendant?"

Huang Yan calmly walked over to a guest seat and sat down, casting Dugu Bo a casual glance.

"My great-grandfather sent me to find you.

It seems you haven't forgotten his aura."

Hearing the confirmation, Dugu Bo drew a deep breath, his manner growing even more respectful.

"The senior saved my life and gave me a new beginning. How could I ever forget him?

Since you're the senior's great-grandson, then you are my young master."

Dugu Bo clasped his hands and bowed solemnly.

"I am Dugu Bo. I pay my respects to the young master!

May I ask how the senior has been lately?"

Huang Yan waved a hand casually.

"My great-grandfather has always preferred a carefree life. There's no need to concern yourself with him.

Since he appointed you as my guardian, you can take charge of matters in Heaven Dou City from now on."

"Rest assured, young master. I'll do everything in my power!"

Dugu Bo agreed without hesitation.

Meng Shu, Chao Tianxiang, and Meng Yiran had been watching this unbelievable scene. They were completely dumbstruck.

The dignified Poison Douluo was actually willing to serve as a young man's guardian—and had even called him "young master"?!

Just what kind of towering figure was the "great-grandfather" behind Huang Yan?

After a brief, deathly silence, Dugu Bo cleared his throat and turned to Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang.

His expression had returned to normal, but he remained attentive to Huang Yan's reaction.

"Dragon Duke, Serpent Granny, since you've agreed to join us, let's discuss the matter of establishing the sect."

Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang quickly collected themselves and nodded respectfully.

"We'll follow your instructions, Senior Poison Douluo."

Dugu Bo smiled, then turned deliberately toward Huang Yan and bowed slightly. His tone held a clear note of eagerness to win approval.

"Young master, I've drawn up a detailed plan for the new sect over the past few days.

Please hear me out, and if anything seems amiss, I ask that you correct me."

Huang Yan picked up the teacup beside him, took a small sip, and uttered a single word:

"Speak."

With permission granted, Dugu Bo perked up and launched into his proposal.

"I plan to establish the sect in Sunset City, outside the Sunset Forest.

Sunset City may be unremarkable, but it's close to the Sunset Forest and rich in resources.

Once the sect is established there, we'll be able to control the Spirit Beast resources of the entire Sunset Forest."

"As for the sect's foundations, I'll contribute the medicinal herbs I've collected over the years and my own poison formations.

With a Titled Douluo like me as our banner,

and the Martial Soul Fusion Skill of Dragon Duke and Serpent Granny, which can rival a Titled Douluo,

our high-level combat strength will be second to none in the Heaven Dou Empire!"

The more Dugu Bo spoke, the more excited he became. His eyes shone as he looked at Huang Yan.

"At first, we'll recruit commoner Soul Masters with good talent but no backing, as well as a few friends I trust.

The sect will be divided into inner and outer branches. I'll oversee the inner branch, handling resource distribution and military deterrence.

Dragon Duke and Serpent Granny will oversee the outer branch, managing the sect's daily operations and expanding its influence."

"As long as we proceed steadily, our new sect will surely rank among the continent's top powers within five years!"

Dugu Bo paused, his face full of anticipation, and asked:

"Young master, do you find this arrangement acceptable?"

Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang nodded repeatedly as they listened, their hearts burning with excitement.

With a Titled Douluo at the helm and such a detailed plan,

and with Huang Yan's great-grandfather as their ultimate backing, the sect was bound to rise!

The two of them looked toward Huang Yan as well, holding their breath.

They waited for Huang Yan to make the decision.