Tuoba Xi Advances to Title Douluo, Future Plans

"You brat, how dare you!"

Chrysanthemum Douluo gritted his teeth; the situation that had been a guaranteed victory was instantly shattered by Tuoba Xuan's actions.

One had to know, the strength Dugu Bo had just displayed had already left both Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo feeling alarmed.

In particular, the blood-colored flower in Dugu Bo's hand was nothing short of a massive killing weapon.

Just moments ago, Chrysanthemum Douluo had only slightly brushed against a trace of the Jade Phosphor Poison and already felt his soul power beginning to corrode.

Ghost Douluo was faring no better; at this moment, his body was already being eroded by the dark green poisonous mist.

Off to the side, Tuoba Xi was watching them like a tiger eyeing its prey.

It must be noted that Tuoba Xi was a level 90 quasi-Title Douluo, not someone a common Soul Douluo like Chen Ming could compare to.

If Tuoba Xi were to advance to a Title Douluo, this place would likely become their burial ground.

"Guess whether I dare or not!"

Tuoba Xuan sneered, increasing the force in his hand.

Hu Liena's throat moved, but she was locked tight by the Dragon Tiger Hook and could not make a single sound.

"I'll count to three. Let us absorb that Golden Earth Dragon King, or she dies!"

Tuoba Xuan's tone allowed for no doubt.

Dugu Bo stared at Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo like a cold, venomous snake.

Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo could find no way to rescue Hu Liena.

Chrysanthemum Douluo took a deep breath, his resolve beginning to waver.

Even if they fought with their lives to kill the people opposite them, they would gain nothing and might even sacrifice a Saintess.

This trade was simply not worth it.

Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo exchanged a glance, both seeing the struggle in the other's eyes.

"Hmph!"

Tuoba Xuan let out a cold snort and increased the pressure of the Dragon Tiger Hook.

Suddenly, due to her throat being so tightly constricted, Hu Liena subconsciously let out a few delicate gasps.

Hu Liena's eyes were filled with disbelief; at this moment, she finally realized that the man behind her would truly kill her.

The desire to survive overcame her reserve as a Saintess of Spirit Hall.

Hu Liena struggled to raise her arm, attempting to signal for help from the two grandfathers who had watched her grow up.

Instantly, the air became thick with a heavy atmosphere.

Chrysanthemum Douluo frowned, and in the end, he nodded.

"Fine. As long as you guarantee you won't harm Nana, we will act as if nothing happened today. How about that?"

Hearing this, both Dugu Bo and Tuoba Xi breathed a sigh of relief.

If they continued to stand off, no one would benefit.

"Since we have agreed, brat, release Nana at once!"

Ghost Douluo urged angrily.

"What's the rush? Wait until my grandfather finishes absorbing the soul ring!"

Tuoba Xuan was no fool.

"Quickly, Grandfather."

Tuoba Xuan said in a deep voice.

"Very well, Little Xuan, half an hour will be enough!"

Tuoba Xi agreed and immediately sat cross-legged to begin absorbing his ninth soul ring.

For a time, the atmosphere quieted down.

A subtle tension permeated the air.

Tuoba Xuan held Hu Liena with focused intensity.

Dugu Bo held the Blood-Colored Swan Kiss, staring coldly at Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo.

The two Douluo wore expressions of utter frustration.

Chen Ming and Yan stood where they were, at a loss, waiting for Tuoba Xi to absorb the soul ring.

"Um..."

Suddenly, a delicate, soft voice sounded faintly.

"Could you loosen your grip a little? I can't breathe."

The one speaking was Hu Liena; her originally soft lips had already turned completely purple.

Her expression was one of struggle, her face deathly pale.

Everyone watched Tuoba Xuan.

Tuoba Xuan, however, did not move in the slightest.

"Brat, don't you go too far!"

Chrysanthemum Douluo's brows furrowed tightly as he rebuked him in anger.

"Compared to you lot, what I'm doing hardly counts as going too far."

Tuoba Xuan said coldly.

"That... I... I promise in the name of the Holy Maiden of Spirit Hall that we will not cause you any more trouble."

Hu Liena's voice was intermittent.

Tuoba Xuan's eyes flickered, and he finally loosened his grip slightly.

After all, Hu Liena was on the verge of suffocating.

If she died, it wouldn't just be the Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo before him going mad.

"Thank you."

After such a long time, Hu Liena finally managed to breathe a sliver of air.

Her body went limp in an instant, and she uncontrollably collapsed into Tuoba Xuan's arms.

"Nana!"

Yan felt a surge of fury erupt instantly.

From childhood until now, he had never even had such intimate physical contact with Hu Liena.

And now, a bastard who had held a blade to Hu Liena's throat dared to touch her.

"Move an inch, and you can prepare to collect her corpse."

Tuoba Xuan had not the slightest interest in Hu Liena and pushed her body away with a shove of his elbow.

Yan was so angry he gritted his teeth.

Hu Liena's gaze, however, was somewhat complex at this moment.

How strange, it feels like a scene of betrayal.

The group remained in a standoff until Tuoba Xi successfully finished absorbing his ninth spirit ring.

"Congratulations, Grandfather."

"Congratulations, Brother Tuoba, on successfully advancing to Title Douluo."

Tuoba Xuan and Dugu Bo offered their congratulations to Tuoba Xi simultaneously.

"Now you should let Nana go, brat."

Chrysanthemum Douluo said through gritted teeth; since Tuoba Xi had already advanced to Title Douluo, they could no longer do anything to Tuoba Xuan today.

"Of course, I keep my word."

Tuoba Xi and Dugu Bo exchanged a glance and instantly appeared behind Tuoba Xuan.

The Dragon Tiger Hook around Hu Liena's neck slowly loosened, and with a gentle push of his palm, Tuoba Xuan shoved Hu Liena directly toward Chrysanthemum Douluo.

In an instant, the two factions were locked in a standoff once again.

"Brat, fine, you are very good; this old man will remember you."

Knowing that staying any longer was useless, Chrysanthemum Douluo could only leave behind a harsh threat before taking the shaken Hu Liena and departing.

The three of them, Tuoba Xuan, let out a sigh of relief.

Although they had forged a grudge with Spirit Hall this time, they had successfully hunted a suitable spirit ring for Tuoba Xi.

"Grandfather, Old Poison, let's head back."

The three of them only briefly inspected the corpse of the Golden Earth Dragon King before leaving the area.

"Hahaha, Brother Tuoba."

"Oh, that's not right; I should call you Sacred Dragon Douluo instead."

Dugu Bo felt exhilarated; not only had his brother advanced to Title Douluo, but he had just watched his two old rivals suffer a massive loss.

Although he knew Spirit Hall would not let this matter rest, so what? When soldiers come, block them with generals; when water comes, cover it with earth.

"Little Xuan, I truly didn't expect that the Golden Generation of Spirit Hall wouldn't even be able to withstand a single move from you."

Dugu Bo recalled Tuoba Xuan's ghostly movements from just moments ago and let out a series of sighs in admiration.

"Indeed, Little Xuan, your talent is far greater than that of the Golden Generation of Spirit Hall you just faced."

Tuoba Xi spoke with a face full of spring breeze.

The two exchanged a glance, both seeing the schemes hidden in each other's eyes.

"What are your plans for the future? Do you wish to continue cultivating here at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well?"

Dugu Bo asked.

Tuoba Xuan shook his head, pondering for a moment.

Dugu Bo thought it over, then spoke up.

"I hear the grand prize for this year's Continental Advanced Spirit Master Elite Tournament is a full three spirit bones."

"Little Xuan, with your strength, I imagine taking the championship will be a simple matter."

"If you need it, I can slot you into the Heaven Dou Royal Academy team."

Tuoba Xi nodded, expressing his approval of Dugu Bo's words.

Now that he had advanced to a Title Douluo, he finally held some sway on the continent.

Although his side had just clashed with Spirit Hall, no irreparable consequences had arisen.

Surely, Spirit Hall would not dare to make a move against Tuoba Xuan in public over what had just occurred.

Besides, there were still two old men like him and Dugu Bo around.