Chen Xuan Suppresses Dugu Bo! Blue Silver God King!

Just then, a light sound of footsteps approached.

Qian Renxue walked in.

She had changed out of her crown prince's formal attire into a pale gold palace gown, which outlined her perfect figure to the fullest, exuding a noble elegance that was also tinged with a heart-stirring charm.

"Teacher."

She walked to Chen Xuan's side and bowed respectfully.

Chen Xuan withdrew his hand and looked at her.

"Is something the matter?"

Qian Renxue smiled sweetly and briefly recounted the rumors in the city and the matters she had handled.

"Teacher, you are a great celebrity in Heaven Dou City now; there is no one who does not know your name."

Chen Xuan's expression did not change in the slightest; he merely gave a faint "Mn."

It was as if the praise or slander of the outside world had nothing to do with him.

Watching his composure, Qian Renxue felt her admiration grow even deeper.

This was the true demeanor of a powerhouse—neither swayed by external objects nor saddened by personal gains or losses.

She had not seen her teacher for several days, and she had felt a sense of emptiness in her heart, unable to find interest in anything she did.

Now, just by staying quietly by his side and looking at his profile, that restlessness and emptiness were swept away, leaving her heart in a state of peace.

"Teacher, there are still a few points regarding the application of soul power that I do not understand, and I would like to ask for your guidance."

She found an excuse, wanting to stay a little longer.

Chen Xuan glanced at her and said, "I have already taught you everything that should be taught."

"Theory is the foundation; the rest of the path is for you to walk and comprehend yourself. That is your own Dao."

Upon hearing this, a flash of disappointment crossed Qian Renxue's beautiful eyes.

She elegantly crossed her long legs beneath her skirt, shifted her posture, and tried hard to find a new topic.

"Then... the academy is now famous, and there will surely be many people coming to enroll. Does Teacher need this disciple to help arrange the admissions?"

"No need."

"Teacher, this Blue Silver Empress..."

"You..."

After some conversation, it was almost entirely Qian Renxue speaking, while Chen Xuan only responded occasionally.

The air gradually fell into silence.

Qian Renxue knew it was time for her to leave; staying any longer would only make her seem tactless.

She stood up and said with some reluctance, "Then... this disciple will not disturb Teacher's cultivation any further."

After speaking, she left the courtyard, looking back with every step.

After Qian Renxue left, Ah Yin's consciousness resonated once more.

"She likes you very much."

Chen Xuan did not answer this question.

Ah Yin's consciousness carried a hint of envy and longing.

"I truly envy you all, being able to walk freely, go anywhere you wish, and see all the scenery in the world."

"Unlike me, trapped in this tiny space."

Chen Xuan looked at her swaying grass leaves, his voice softening slightly.

"Soon, you will be able to as well."

Ah Yin's consciousness was instantly filled with anticipation and joy.

"Really?"

"Mn."

Chen Xuan stood up and looked into the distance.

To perfectly resurrect Ah Yin and reshape her into the strongest foundation, he still needed the help of one place.

There, he would find what he needed.

He had already made his decision.

It was time to pay Dugu Bo a visit.

Time flowed slowly.

On the outskirts of Heaven Dou City, the Sunset Forest.

A layer of faint green miasma permeated the woods; an ordinary soul master stepping into this place would die of poison within half an hour.

This place was the territory of the Title Douluo, "Poison" Dugu Bo.

Two figures ignored the poisonous mist capable of eroding soul power, walking along the forest path as if strolling through a courtyard.

Leading them was none other than Chen Xuan.

Beside him, Qian Renxue had changed into a fitted outfit suitable for movement, her long golden hair tucked away, exuding the dignity of a Crown Prince.

"Teacher, Dugu Bo is eccentric and unruly by nature. If he happens to be offensive later, please..."

"..."

Before she could finish her sentence, she was interrupted by Chen Xuan.

"It is of no consequence."

Chen Xuan's tone remained as indifferent as ever.

Qian Renxue said no more, merely following quietly behind Chen Xuan while pondering in her heart.

What exactly was it that Teacher sought Dugu Bo for?

Before long, a valley shrouded in a poisonous formation appeared before them.

Qian Renxue stepped forward, her soul power stirring slightly, and she called out in a clear voice, "Xue Qinghe of the Heaven Dou Empire, accompanied by my teacher, comes to pay a visit to His Excellency the Poison Douluo!"

"..."

The voice drifted into the valley, but there was no response for a long time.

Qian Renxue's brows furrowed slightly.

This Dugu Bo was putting on airs far too grandly.

Just as she was about to speak again, a hoarse, aged voice drifted eerily from within the valley.

"Your Highness the Crown Prince has graced me with your presence; forgive my failure to welcome you properly."

"Come in."

As the words fell, the green poisonous mist ahead slowly parted to the sides, revealing a path.

The two stepped into the valley, only to see an elderly man with a thin, lanky frame standing before a simple wooden hut.

The old man had long, ink-green hair and a withered face, his eyes a chilling emerald green, his entire being radiating a gloomy aura that warned others to keep their distance.

It was the Poison Douluo, Dugu Bo.

His gaze lingered briefly on Qian Renxue before landing on Chen Xuan beside her, a flicker of undisguised disdain flashing through those emerald eyes.

"Your Highness, this must be the Dean of the Blue Silver Academy who has been the subject of such miraculous rumors in the city lately?"

Dugu Bo's tone carried a hint of curiosity.

"Some theory of Martial Soul Evolution, some claim that will determines soul rings—in all my years, this is the first time I have heard such absurd and twisted nonsense."

He looked Chen Xuan up and down and shook his head.

"Young man, aiming too high is not a virtue; keeping your feet on the ground is the true path."

"I do not welcome you here, so please return the way you came."

He issued an order to leave directly, showing no regard for the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou.

Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue's pretty face darkened, a flash of anger crossing her golden eyes.

What kind of person was her teacher? How could she allow this old poison-monger to humiliate him so?

Just as she was about to lash out, Chen Xuan spoke first.

His gaze rested calmly on Dugu Bo, as if he hadn't heard a word of what had just been said.

"I can cure the poison on your granddaughter."

This simple sentence caused Dugu Bo's entire body to tremble.

His emerald pupils contracted sharply, and he stared fixedly at Chen Xuan.

"What... did you say?"

Chen Xuan continued, "In exchange, I want to borrow your Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well."

The moment the words "Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well" were uttered, Dugu Bo's expression changed completely.

That treasure land was his greatest secret; aside from himself and his granddaughter, no third person should know of it!

How on earth did this man find out?

Following the shock came even deeper vigilance and suspicion.

He sneered, his voice hoarse, "What a bold claim! First you say you can cure Yan Yan's poison, then you name the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well—boy, what exactly is your intent?"

"Why should I believe you?"

"Your Highness, take your teacher and leave. I do not wish to say it a second time!"

His attitude grew increasingly rigid, having already concluded that Chen Xuan was a fraud with ulterior motives.