"Come to think of it, this was only the second time we had met."
Golden Crocodile Douluo stepped before Duan Fan, gently placing a large hand on Duan Fan's shoulder, his face filled with appreciation.
Duan Fan nodded lightly.
This truly was his second meeting with Golden Crocodile Douluo.
Their first meeting had been when Golden Crocodile Douluo appeared at the Pope Palace, took Duan Fan away from Pope Bibi Dong, and brought him to the Worship Hall to become his disciple.
At that time, Duan Fan had only just obtained his Second Soul Ring. Golden Crocodile Douluo had said Duan Fan was not strong enough and told him to return and cultivate on his own, then seek him out after reaching the Soul King level.
But when Duan Fan reached the Soul King level and used the Consecrated Token for the only time to take the initiative and visit Golden Crocodile Douluo at the Worship Hall, he had failed to see him.
The reply Duan Fan received was that Golden Crocodile Douluo was in seclusion.
Not until today did Duan Fan meet Golden Crocodile Douluo for the second time.
If Golden Crocodile Douluo had not given Duan Fan the Black Ring and Consecrated Token, Duan Fan would honestly have nearly forgotten about this teacher who resided in the Worship Hall.
Golden Crocodile Douluo's gaze was kind as he laughed heartily. "I know you came looking for me once before, but I was in seclusion at the time."
"Once one's strength reaches my level, making any further improvement becomes far, far too difficult."
"I dare say my talent is not poor. Only through bitter cultivation could I have a chance to advance further."
"If the Grand Elder had not sought me out to discuss an important matter, I would likely