Immortal Herb: Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, Head Soul Bone Refinement, Gu Ying at Level 89! Yu Yuanzhen's Compensation?

Qian Yu turned around and flicked his wrist, taking a strange plant out of his Soul Tool.

The plant was pure white and crystal-clear, as if carved from the finest white jade.

As soon as it appeared, a refreshing fragrance filled the entire pavilion.

Drawn by the fragrance, Gu Ying looked at the plant in Qian Yu's hand and asked in surprise:

"Yu'er, what is this flower?

It's brimming with spiritual energy."

Qian Yu smiled faintly and held the flower out to Gu Ying:

"Mother, this is called Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone. It's a genuine Immortal Herb."

"An Immortal Herb?"

Gu Ying froze for a moment.

"What does this Immortal Herb do?"

Qian Yu patiently explained:

"It nourishes the sinews and strengthens the bones, while channeling energy through the seven meridians and eight vessels.

It can not only greatly increase your Soul Power, but more importantly, it can cleanse your meridians and marrow, completely raising your cultivation aptitude.

With this, your path to breaking through to Titled Douluo will be smooth sailing."

Bibi Dong smiled and chimed in:

"That's right, Mother. Brother Yu specially picked this out for you.

Please accept it. This Immortal Herb will do wonders for your body."

Gu Ying drew in a sharp breath. Her hands trembled slightly as she accepted the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone:

"This... something this precious, Yu'er, you should keep it for yourself, or give it to Dong'er. I'm already so old..."

Qian Yu shook his head. His tone was gentle but firm:

"Mother, Dong'er and I have already taken other Immortal Herbs.

The Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone has mild properties and is perfect for you.

Once your strength improves, I'll have one less thing to worry about."

Seeing how resolute her son was, warmth flooded Gu Ying's heart. Her eyes reddened, but she didn't refuse again:

"All right, all right. Then Mother will accept it.

How should I take this Immortal Herb?"

Qian Yu instructed her:

"Eat only the petals, then suck the flower's core at the end.

As soon as you finish, sit cross-legged and circulate your Soul Power to absorb its medicinal effects.

Dong'er and I will guard you here."

Following Qian Yu's instructions, Gu Ying took the Immortal Herb, immediately sat cross-legged, closed her eyes, and began refining it.

A little while later.

The fluctuations in Gu Ying's Soul Power gradually settled. She slowly opened her eyes, filled with disbelief.

"Yu'er, this Immortal Herb is truly miraculous!"

Gu Ying jumped to her feet, elated.

"My Soul Power actually rose straight from level 86 to the peak of level 88!

I'm only one step away from level 89!"

Bibi Dong held Gu Ying's arm and smiled sweetly:

"Congratulations, Mother. At this rate, breaking through to Titled Douluo is just around the corner."

Qian Yu gave a slight nod, then flicked his wrist again. A dark purple glow, radiating powerful spiritual fluctuations, appeared in his palm.

"Mother, let's strike while the iron's hot.

You should absorb this Soul Bone as well."

Gu Ying took a closer look, and her breath caught:

"This is... a Head Soul Bone?!"

Qian Yu smiled faintly:

"That's right. It's an 80,000-year-old Medusa Skull, and it's exceptionally high quality."

Gu Ying waved her hands over and over. Her eyes reddened, and her voice trembled with emotion:

"No, Yu'er, this is far too precious!

Head Soul Bones are already extremely rare, let alone one that's 80,000 years old!

You and Dong'er are the ones who need to improve your strength right now. You must keep this Soul Bone for yourselves!"

Qian Yu pressed the Soul Bone into Gu Ying's hands. His tone was gentle, yet carried a firmness that left no room for refusal:

"Mother, Dong'er and I already have plans for our Soul Bones. This Medusa Skull isn't suited to either of us.

Please accept it without worry.

With it, you can reach level 89 today."

Bibi Dong urged her from the side:

"That's right, Mother. Brother Yu gave it to you, so please accept it. It's a token of his filial devotion."

Unable to resist the two of them, Gu Ying wiped the corner of her eye and clutched the Soul Bone tightly:

"All right... all right. Mother will do as you say."

With that, Gu Ying sat cross-legged again, channeled her Soul Power into the skull, and began the fusion.

Half an hour later.

Gu Ying opened her eyes, overjoyed.

"Level 89!

I really broke through to level 89!"

Qian Yu asked with a smile:

"Mother, what skill did this Head Soul Bone grant you?"

Gu Ying smiled faintly and explained:

"It's a Soul Skill called 'Medusa's Gaze.'

It can shoot beams of spiritual energy from my eyes and instantly turn a target to stone.

The weaker someone's spiritual power is, the longer they'll remain petrified."

Just like Bibi Dong's arm bone.

It certainly suited the traits of a Soul Beast like Medusa.

Qian Yu nodded in approval:

"That's an extremely useful control skill.

Mother, your Martial Soul is Shadow Dragon, which already excels at concealing its presence and appearing and disappearing without a trace.

If you lie in wait in the shadows and suddenly use 'Medusa's Gaze' to lock down your target,

then follow up with Shadow Dragon's explosive finishing move...

Even a true Titled Douluo would suffer a heavy loss at your hands if they let their guard down for even a moment."

Gu Ying nodded in deep agreement, confidence shining in her eyes:

"Exactly. With this control skill to catch them off guard, my combat ability has at least doubled!"

Gu Ying drew in the fluctuations of her Soul Power, unable to hide the smile on her face:

"With this level 89 cultivation, plus this Soul Bone, Mother can finally be of real help to you.

Let's see who in Heaven Dou City dares to provoke us now."

Given Qian Yu's status in Spirit Hall,

once Gu Ying broke through to Titled Douluo,

she could immediately become a powerful elder of Spirit Hall.

But as a Titled Douluo, Gu Ying would probably be transferred back to Spirit City.

Another Platinum Bishop would then be assigned to the main hall in Heaven Dou City.

Qian Yu smiled and nodded:

"Mother, you absorbed an Immortal Herb and a Soul Bone in quick succession, and your Soul Power surged dramatically.

It would be best to receive no visitors for the next few days and focus on stabilizing your cultivation at home."

Gu Ying agreed:

"Don't worry, I know what to do.

But what about the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan..."

Qian Yu replied calmly:

"Yu Yuanzhen is a smart man. Since he admitted defeat in public, he won't ruin his clan's reputation over something like this.

When they bring the compensation in a few days, we'll keep the twenty million Gold Soul Coins and the three Ten Thousand Year Soul Bones.

As for half of the businesses in Heaven Dou City, you'll need to send people to take them over and manage them yourself, Mother."

A glint flashed in Gu Ying's eyes. She answered confidently:

"Leave it to me.

Now that this juicy morsel has landed in our mouths, they can forget about playing any tricks."

Bibi Dong covered her mouth and chuckled:

"With Mother personally handling it, and with your current level 89 strength,

they wouldn't dare pull any tricks behind our backs, even if you gave them ten times the nerve."

Bibi Dong's teasing delighted Gu Ying. She took her hand and patted it:

"You certainly know how to flatter me.

You two have been running around outside these past few days, and you even went through that huge battle at the Soul Fighting Arena. You must be exhausted.

Hurry back to your rooms and rest. I'll tell the kitchen to prepare a feast. Tonight, our whole family will celebrate properly."

Qian Yu nodded slightly:

"Sorry for the trouble, Mother.

Also, if the Heaven Dou Imperial Family or any other sect sends someone with an invitation, turn them all down.

Now isn't the time to deal with them."

Gu Ying nodded solemnly:

"I understand. Go and rest without worry. I'll handle everything outside."

Qian Yu took Bibi Dong's hand. The two said goodbye to Gu Ying, then turned toward their quarters in the rear courtyard.