Seeking the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well

Early the next morning, when Lu Chen woke up, Bibi Dong had already risen.

After a night of rest, her condition had clearly improved significantly.

The Rakshasa Evil Thought, suddenly triggered by the name "Xue Qinghe" yesterday, had been suppressed once again.

Furthermore, because Lu Chen had remained by her side throughout the night, that influence had not continued to spread.

After a quick wash, Lu Chen joined Bibi Dong for breakfast.

Yue Guan and Gui Mei were already prepared as well.

Once breakfast was finished, Bibi Dong did not linger at the Spirit Saint Hall.

She had originally come to Heaven Dou City for the opportunity Lu Chen mentioned, so naturally, she would not waste time here.

However, before departing, the group made some simple adjustments to their appearances.

Bibi Dong changed out of her overly conspicuous attire, and Yue Guan and Gui Mei also restrained their auras.

Lu Chen likewise did not display the appearance of a core disciple of Spirit Hall, simply following quietly by Bibi Dong's side.

They did not do this out of fear.

Rather, there was no need to attract the attention of the Heaven Dou Empire.

If news spread that the Pope, Bibi Dong, and the Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo were all present in Heaven Dou City, the Emperor, Xue Ye, would certainly be unable to sleep.

The Heaven Dou imperial family would inevitably speculate whether Spirit Hall was planning some action, which would only invite unnecessary trouble.

Their destination for this trip was the Sunset Forest.

The lower the profile, the better.

Salas personally escorted them to the entrance of the Saint Hall, his attitude remaining respectful and cautious.

He did not know where Bibi Dong was going, nor did he dare to ask.

The scene he had witnessed yesterday remained etched in his mind, making him unable to even lift his head too high when facing Bibi Dong now.

Bibi Dong gave a few indifferent instructions for him to continue managing the affairs of the Heaven Dou City Spirit Saint Hall, then took Lu Chen and left.

Yue Guan and Gui Mei followed close behind.

The four of them did not take an overly conspicuous carriage; instead, they left the Spirit Saint Hall in simple attire, heading toward the outskirts of the city.

The morning in Heaven Dou City was already quite bustling.

Pedestrians were gradually filling the streets, and vendors were setting up their stalls one after another.

Lu Chen followed by Bibi Dong's side, his gaze occasionally sweeping over the surroundings, though he never lingered for long.

After exiting Heaven Dou City, the flow of people around them gradually thinned.

Yue Guan glanced ahead and said with a smile, "Xiao Chen, I hope this opportunity of yours will be as astonishing as your spirit ring."

Lu Chen replied, "I don't know exactly what it is either, only that my spirit's resonance is very strong."

This statement was half-true and half-false, yet it sounded natural enough.

Gui Mei murmured, "Once we reach the Sunset Forest, we will naturally know."

Bibi Dong looked at Lu Chen, her tone calm, "There is no need to rush. Since it is a guidance given to you by your spirit, then follow your instincts."

Lu Chen nodded, "Yes, Teacher."

After leaving Heaven Dou City, the four of them traveled all the way toward the Sunset Forest.

Compared to the Star Dou Forest, the Sunset Forest was much closer to Heaven Dou City, but truly penetrating deep into the forest was still no easy task.

Although it was not as vast and boundless as the Star Dou Forest, it was home to a large number of spirit beasts, and due to the complex environment, many areas carried varying degrees of danger.

Lu Chen followed by Bibi Dong's side, maintaining a calm exterior while thinking constantly about the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

If there were no clearer direction, they might very well waste a great deal of time in the Sunset Forest.

Fortunately, the characteristics of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well were distinct enough.

A valley, a poison formation, the Jade Phosphorus Seven Absolute Flowers.

As long as they could find these features, they should be able to pinpoint the location.

After traveling for some time, the figures of the four finally appeared on the periphery of the Sunset Forest.

Bibi Dong stopped in her tracks and turned to look at Lu Chen.

"Can you sense the specific location now?"

Yue Guan and Gui Mei also looked at him.

Lu Chen closed his eyes, pretending to be in deep concentration.

He slowed his breathing and furrowed his brows slightly, as if he were truly communicating with his spirit.

Bibi Dong did not urge him.

Although Yue Guan was somewhat curious, he waited quietly as well.

A moment later, Lu Chen slowly opened his eyes.

"Teacher, I can only sense a general direction."

Bibi Dong asked, "Speak."

Lu Chen composed his tone and said, "That place should be a valley. The entrance to the valley is naturally overgrown with Jade Phosphorus Seven Absolute Flowers, which are inherently highly toxic, making it difficult for ordinary spirit masters to approach."

Upon hearing the words "Jade Phosphorus Seven Absolute Flowers," Yue Guan's expression immediately became more serious.

Lu Chen continued, "The location should be deep within the Sunset Forest. I cannot be entirely certain of the specific direction yet, but as long as we get closer, I should be able to sense it again."

After he finished speaking, he watched Bibi Dong quietly.

This range was, in fact, still quite large.

There was more than one valley deep in the Sunset Forest, and there were quite a few areas filled with toxins.

However, compared to having no leads at all, they at least had a clear target now.

Bibi Dong pondered for a moment, then said, "In that case, we shall search deeper."

Yue Guan nodded and said, "Places where Jade Phosphorus Seven Absolute Flowers grow in patches are not common. As long as such highly toxic plants appear nearby, it shouldn't be difficult to judge."

Gui Mei also said in a low voice, "Let's head in."

The four of them did not linger any longer and soon entered the Sunset Forest.

When they first entered the outer perimeter, the surroundings were relatively calm. Only a few low-level spirit beasts sensed the aura of the four from afar and quickly retreated.

As for these spirit beasts, Yue Guan and Gui Mei didn't even bother to spare them a glance.

The further they went, the more distinct the presence of spirit beasts became.

From time to time, spirit beasts watched them from the shadows.

Some spirit beasts instinctively sensed danger and chose to retreat.

There were also some more ferocious spirit beasts that launched attacks after a brief observation.

However, these attacks could barely stir up any trouble.

Yue Guan and Gui Mei walked in the front. Once a spirit beast approached, the two didn't even need to truly strike; simply releasing a trace of their Title Douluo pressure was enough to make those spirit beasts retreat in terror.

Occasionally, one that rushed too close would be brushed aside with a casual wave.

Watching this scene, Lu Chen was not particularly surprised.

The Sunset Forest was fraught with danger for ordinary spirit masters, but in front of three Title Douluos, such danger was naturally minimized.

Especially with both Yue Guan and Gui Mei present—one in the light and one in the dark—they barely gave any spirit beasts the chance to approach Bibi Dong and Lu Chen.

Along the way, Lu Chen also coordinated with the "sensing" he had previously claimed, occasionally stopping to identify the direction.

He couldn't appear too certain, or it would seem strange, but he couldn't be completely aimless either, or it would become a meaningless search.

Thus, he could only guide them deeper into the forest based on the characteristics of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well from his memory.

On the first day, they did not find any valley that met the criteria.

At dusk, the four of them found a safe area to rest.

Yue Guan glanced at Lu Chen and said with a smile, "Xiao Chen, don't be anxious. Although the Sunset Forest isn't exactly huge, finding a hidden valley isn't something that can be done in a day or two."

Lu Chen nodded, "I understand."

Bibi Dong then said, "If your sensing changes, tell me at any time."

Lu Chen replied, "Yes, Teacher."