Ivysaur's Intervention!

Lin Xia stopped several feet away from it.

Even with his current physique, which has merged with the essence of the Ice and Fire Dragon Kings and possesses strong ice resistance, he still felt a chill that penetrated deep into his bones when he approached this Immortal Herb, as if even his thoughts were about to be frozen and purified.

The surrounding air became viscous and stagnant due to this extreme cold and purification power.

Lin Xia's gaze became incredibly focused, even carrying an unprecedented solemnity.

Bibi Dong's gaze followed Lin Xia closely, landing on the "Snow Swan Kiss" tree, which was so pure and otherworldly.

"Xiao Xia, this is..."

Bibi Dong's voice carried a hint of tension.

She had a vague idea of what Lin Xia was planning, but it was precisely because she knew that she felt even more alarmed.

Lin Xia did not turn around. His mental energy was highly concentrated, and his whole body was shrouded in a faint red and blue halo, resisting the all-pervasive extreme cold and purification power.

His voice came through clearly, carrying an undeniable decisiveness.

"Master, this herb is called 'Snow Swan Kiss.' It is a celestial treasure born from the condensation of the most yin and cold essence within the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well over ten thousand years, through a fortuitous encounter."

"And its function is very simple: it amplifies the effects of all toxins, which is a perfect match for your two Martial Soul!"

His words, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, stirred up huge waves in Bibi Dong's heart.

However, just as Lin Xia was about to continue explaining the astonishing effects of Bibi Dong's Twin Martial Souls—

Lin Xia clearly saw that the moment he uttered the name and Ability of "Snow Swan Kiss," not only did Bibi Dong's purple eyes suddenly narrow, but even Dugu Bo, who was kneeling on the ground, trembled very slightly on the shoulders!

Dugu Bo raised his head, his old face still showing the excitement of loyalty and the ecstatic joy at his granddaughter's transformation, but in his deep eyes, which belonged to the Poison Douluo, an incomparably strong, almost greedy Covet burst forth uncontrollably!

That Covet wasn't directed at Lin Xia or Bibi Dong, but was firmly fixed on that "Snow Swan Kiss" tree!

"Amplifying the toxins..."

Dugu Bo's heart was screaming wildly.

He spent his life immersed in the world of drugs, and had an almost instinctive sensitivity and fanaticism for everything related to "drugs".

"Snow Swan Kiss"—pure and cold, amplifying toxins?! No! In Poison Douluo's understanding, this "amplification" is, for the toxins themselves, also an ultimate "purification" and "catalysis"!

Imagine having his incredibly pure Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor Poison, and even his Poison-type Soul Power with boundless potential, just transformed by the divine pill, amplified and compressed through this "Snow Swan Kiss"—the "impurities" stripped away might be the very shackles limiting the power of the poison, while the remaining "essence" would be an incredibly terrifying entity.

That might allow him to reach an unprecedented level of control over "poison," and even touch upon the very origin of the laws of poison!

This thought ignited Dugu Bo's long-dormant ambition and Covet for power like wildfire!

This Immortal Herb was a supreme treasure tailor-made for him! Its Captivate was no less than that of the Medusa Martial Soul his granddaughter had obtained!

However, this fervent Covet burned in Dugu Bo's eyes for less than a moment!

The next moment, as if a bucket of ice water had been poured over his head, his eyes suddenly cleared!

What did he remember?

He remembered the desperate wait by the spring, and the three drops of Lin Xia's blood essence that contained divine radiance, pulled him back from the brink of death, and even gave him hope for a new life!

He recalled how, when his granddaughter Dugu Yan was screaming in agony and on the verge of collapse, it was Lin Xia, without hesitation, cut open his arm again and used that precious primordial blood to Sheer Force reverse the situation, ultimately forging the myth of Medusa!

He remembered the solemn oath he had just sworn, entrusting his life and the future of the Dugu Family to Lin Xia!

"You bastard!"

Dugu Bo cursed himself inwardly. A burning shame instantly washed over his old face.

His Highness the Holy Son is seeking an opportunity for His Holiness the Pope to achieve a breakthrough, yet I dare to harbor such covetous thoughts?

How can this be considered ingratitude?!

He suddenly lowered his head, extinguishing the last trace of resentment and Covet in his eyes, and slammed his head heavily to the ground again, his posture even more humble than before, his voice Frisk slightly.

"Your His Highness the Holy Son divine wisdom and foresight. Only His Holiness the Pope's unparalleled stature is worthy of receiving such a divine object!"

Who are Lin Xia and Bibi Dong?

The sudden burst of Covet in Dugu Bo's eyes, followed by his Sheer Force suppression, was as clear as fireflies in the night, falling perfectly into the eyes of the master and disciple.

Lin Xia's heart stirred slightly, and she felt a bit of admiration for Dugu Bo's clarity and restraint.

To be able to quickly recognize one's place and Protect true to oneself under such Captivate —this kind of character is worthy of the title of Titled Douluo, and is something Lin Xia will truly rely on in the future.

Bibi Dong's purple eyes merely swept over Dugu Bo's lowered head, her gaze calm and undisturbed, yet possessing an Infiltrator power that seemed to see through everything.

She didn't speak, but the oppressive aura contained in that glance instantly soaked Dugu Bo's back with cold sweat, making him realize even more deeply how foolish and presumptuous his thought had been just now.

Lin Xia stopped paying attention to Dugu Bo. Holding the "Snow Swan Kiss," he walked steadily toward Bibi Dong with a confident smile on his face.

"Master, although this item is extremely pure and cold, seemingly incompatible with your death and devouring attributes, everything has its extremes and opposites, yin and yang complement each other! It is the supreme opportunity to guide your Martial Soul Origin to a higher level! It will..."

However, before Lin Xia could finish speaking!

"Dana--!"

A simple, honest Growl, clearly filled with anxiety, suddenly rang out!

The Ivysaur, which had been quietly guarding Lin Xia's feet, suddenly moved!

The emerald green Vine Whip, like serpents emerging from their holes, were not meant to attack, but rather to obstruct with an urgent intent, precisely and gently wrapping around Lin Xia's ankle as she was about to approach Bibi Dong!

"Um?"

Lin Xia paused, looking down in confusion.

Ivysaur) head was shaking frantically, its round eyes filled with human-like anxiety and a desire to stop it, and it kept making urgent "Dana! Dana dana!" sounds, while its Vine Whip was pulled back forcefully, as if to say.

"We can't go there! We can't give that to Master!"

This sudden turn of events left everyone stunned.

Bibi Dong's purple eyes narrowed instantly, her gaze towards Ivysaur filled with inquiry.

This strange Martial Soul has shown extraordinary intelligence and absolute protection for Lin Xia from the very beginning. There must be a reason why it is so unusually stopping Lin Xia now!

Dugu Bo also looked up in astonishment, staring blankly at the toad-shaped Martial Soul that usually looked simple and honest but now appeared unusually serious.

"Ivysaur?"

Lin Xia squatted down and gently stroked Ivysaur, which was trembling slightly with anxiety, her tone gentle yet carrying an unquestionable tone.

"What's wrong? Why are you stopping me? Why isn't this 'Snow Swan Kiss' suitable for Master?"

He knew that Ivysaur was highly intelligent and understood his thoughts, so it would never obstruct him without reason.

"Dana! Dana!"

Ivysaur saw Lin Xia asking a question, it quickly released the Vine Whip that was wrapped around his ankle and pointed instead at the Four-Colored Light Wheel that was slowly rotating on its back!

Its movements were very precise; the tip of the Vine Whip accurately struck the area on the halo that represented "Rakshasa Divine Power" and emitted a deep, dark purple-black light!

Immediately afterward, Ivysaur pointed its Vine Whip at the "Snow Swan Kiss" in Lin Xia's hand, then made an enlarged gesture, followed by a chaotic and violent spinning motion. Finally, its large head shook violently again, emitting an even more urgent and warning "Dana!!" sound, and its small body even jumped slightly in anxiety.