Gui Mei's Epiphany

"Little Dong, this contribution is far too great!"

Yue Guan had previously discussed it with Gui Mei; since Bibi Dong did not wish to stand in the limelight, they would temporarily claim the credit, and when Little Dong had need of them in the future, they would simply put in more effort.

But after truly experiencing the effects of the ten-thousand-year Whale Rubber, Yue Guan hesitated.

This contribution was simply too massive.

The function of Whale Rubber was not merely to strengthen the physique and open up the meridians.

Most importantly, ten-thousand-year Whale Rubber possessed the ability to mend deficiencies and replenish vital energy and blood.

Furthermore, it was highly likely to be useful even to Titled Douluo.

How many Soul Douluo in Martial Soul Hall were trapped at level 89, unable to break through? And how many were already Titled Douluo who, due to various reasons, suffered from depleted vital energy and could not advance any further?

Although ten-thousand-year Whale Rubber could not directly help them break through, it could grant them that extra sliver of possibility.

Do not underestimate this sliver of possibility; countless people were trapped at that final, tiny step, unable to move forward.

"Uncle Yue Guan, you are truly amazing. Having made such a great contribution, you will surely receive a huge reward."

"Perhaps it might even be a spirit bone?"

Facing Yue Guan's hesitation, Bibi Dong continued to play the fool.

"Our little Dong is truly clever."

Hearing Bibi Dong say this, Yue Guan suddenly understood in his heart.

So, the issue lay here?

It could not be said that Old Ghost's previous guess was wrong; it was just that Old Ghost's guess was only part of the reason.

The real reason was, given Bibi Dong's current age, if he submitted this contribution in his own name, what benefits could he actually obtain?

How great would those benefits be?

He might be rewarded with a spirit bone, but it certainly wouldn't be given right now.

Even without this contribution, given Bibi Dong's talent and status, would he truly lack spirit bones in the future?

On the contrary, if he submitted this contribution in his own name, he might truly be able to exchange it for a spirit bone.

Understanding this, the look in Yue Guan's eyes as he gazed at Bibi Dong became even softer.

"Little Dong, rest assured, your future spirit rings are covered by your uncle."

Yue Guan smiled as he gave his promise, then asked Gui Mei to write a detailed report on the specific effects of the Whale Rubber and a series of supporting evidence, intending to submit it after a while.

Even as beautiful things in the world followed one after another, just as everyone was happy and joyful, that pot of Nine-Colored Glazed Stamen bloomed.

The flowers bloomed with a faint fragrance, the moonlight like gauze, reflecting off each other and shining brilliantly.

Specks of starlight, like sprites, swam around the three of them.

Even Gui Mei, who was the least concerned about such things, was stunned at the sight, a rare, gentle smile appearing on his face, as if he had thought of something wonderful.

Unknowingly, Gui Mei had fallen into a very profound and mysterious state.

He was clearly standing right there, yet he seemed to have merged with the darkness, as if wrapped in moonlight, no longer existing between heaven and earth.

Spirit power quietly merged into his body, and when Gui Mei opened his eyes again, three days had already passed.

His spirit power had also increased from level 82 to level 83.

"Uncle Gui Mei, could you describe how you entered that state earlier?"

"What did it feel like at the time?"

"Was that special state a deeper level of meditation, or was it the unity of heaven and man?"

Seeing Gui Mei wake up, Bibi Dong hurriedly took out a small notebook, his eyes filled with a thirst for knowledge.

"Actually, I don't know what happened either."

"I just unknowingly fell into a mysterious sensation."

Gui Mei had originally intended to brush it off, but when he saw the longing in Bibi Dong's eyes, he thought about it seriously and told Bibi Dong in detail about his state at the time and some of his insights into cultivation.

For Gui Mei, this was not just a breakthrough in spirit power; under that mysterious state, his understanding of his martial soul had deepened, and his mental power had also greatly improved.

After this, Gui Mei had enough confidence in himself that he would certainly be able to become a Titled Douluo.

He felt more and more that Bibi Dong was a lucky star for him and Yue Guan.

He was even a lucky star for the entire Martial Soul Hall.

"Many thanks, Uncle Gui Mei."

After recording the state and sensations of Gui Mei's epiphany in detail, Bibi Dong prepared to leave.

During these three days, he and Yue Guan had been guarding here. In the process, besides seeking knowledge about martial souls from Yue Guan, he had also shared his idea of grafting the Nine-Colored Glazed Stamen with him.

Besides these, he had another gain.

That was finally obtaining the Immortal Herb Catalog from Yue Guan.

Having been away for so long, it was time to return to his own residence.

Besides, Yue Guan and Gui Mei still had work to do, didn't they?

He did not stay behind to continue bothering them.

Returning to his residence, he rested for a while before beginning his meditative cultivation.

That night, just as Bibi Dong was still cultivating, he suddenly became alert to the presence of someone in the room.

The moment he opened his eyes, he discovered the figure of Gui Mei.

"Little Dong, these are all the high-age Whale Rubber that can be bought within Martial Soul City. Take them for now. Your Uncle Yue Guan and I plan to take some time to collect more from other cities and the seaside. Once that report is submitted, the value of Whale Rubber will skyrocket and quickly become a rare treasure. By then, whether you need Gold Soul Coins or Whale Rubber, you can come to your uncle for them."

As Gui Mei spoke, he handed the cloth bag to Bibi Dong.

He also urged him not to consume the high-age Whale Rubber for the time being; only after detailed testing and clarifying the conditions for consumption would they help Bibi Dong soften the Whale Rubber for use.

"Uncle Gui Mei, I understand."

"Thank you!"

Looking at the bag in his hands and feeling its weight, there were at least seven or eight pieces of Whale Rubber, and it was highly likely that their quality was not low.

Clearly, ever since he had left, Gui Mei had been busy collecting various types of Whale Rubber throughout Martial Soul City, only to deliver them to him at the first opportunity.

It must be said, this gesture was truly moving.

After Gui Mei departed, Bibi Dong opened the bag and poured out all the Whale Rubber.

There were eight pieces in total, and in addition, there was a piece of paper detailing the appearance, age, and origin of each piece of Whale Rubber.

Of the eight pieces, three were ten-thousand-year grade, and five were thousand-year grade.

The one with the highest age was a forty-thousand-year piece, originating from a Soul-Devouring Demon Whale.

Bibi Dong stored them away in his storage Soul Tool, not intending to consume them immediately.

During the process of Gui Mei falling into an epiphany earlier, while he was chatting with Yue Guan, Yue Guan had mentioned that he could study the properties of Whale Rubber and combine it with medicinal baths and diets to better unleash its effects.

Upon learning that Bibi Dong possessed a thousand-year Diamond Fruit, Yue Guan had even patted his chest, guaranteeing that he would help him formulate a plan to extract every bit of its medicinal efficacy.

This was to assist him in achieving a thousand-year second soul ring.

Good things are worth the wait!