The Best Is Always Saved for Teacher, Dugu Bo's Shock

Tang San paced back and forth, deeply worried about his teacher's safety.

Why hadn't Teacher come up yet? In theory, Teacher possessed the Blue Silver Emperor bloodline and the support of a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring. The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well shouldn't have been difficult for him.

With every passing second, Tang San's little heart beat faster. He hadn't even called him Father yet—how could he appear so soon?

No, no. Teacher was invincible. Nothing would happen to him.

He had to trust Teacher.

The previously tranquil lake began to ripple. Then, Shen Qingling emerged from the water, holding Gu Yuena's hand. Moreover, Shen Qingling's aura had become even more terrifying than before.

Dugu Bo had consumed an Immortal Herb and broken through to become a level ninety-three Title Douluo, shedding the title of weakest Title Douluo. Yet when he looked at Shen Qingling, he still couldn't see through him.

Shen Qingling immediately noticed Tang San standing there, tense and worried.

"Little San, Teacher was only underwater for one day. Were you that worried about me?"

Shen Qingling smiled and ruffled Tang San's head.

Meeting his teacher's gentle gaze, Tang San saw no impurity whatsoever in those golden pupils. Shen Qingling was like a god who had descended into the world.

Teacher was so gentle, and so captivating.

"This disciple is timid. I'm afraid of losing Teacher. Teacher's life is this disciple's life."

Tang San spoke with utmost seriousness.

Anyone who dared to make Teacher unhappy had earned their death.

"Silly child, what nonsense are you talking about? Nothing can happen to Teacher. Teacher still wants to watch you grow up."

Shen Qingling smiled as he withdrew his hand.

Warmth filled Tang San's heart. Watch me grow up... his drunken father had never said those words. At that moment, Shen Qingling felt more like his true father, his true family.

His childhood had contained a father's love but no mother's love. Yet at this moment, he was happy and content.

"Young Master Shen, may I ask what realm you are at? Even I can't quite see through you!"

Dugu Bo approached and cupped his fists as he asked.

Faced with Dugu Bo's curiosity, Shen Qingling smiled brightly.

"Since you want to know so badly, I'll let you have a look."

As his words fell, Shen Qingling lightly circulated his Soul Power. Six Soul Rings slowly rose from beneath his feet: two purple, three black, and the final one, a brilliant red Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring, quietly hovering in the air. Its halo flowed as an overwhelming pressure swept outward.

Dugu Bo's pupils constricted sharply. He was completely dumbfounded and instinctively took half a step back.

"A Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring!"

Dugu Bo cried out in shock, his voice trembling. He had seen no shortage of geniuses, but never one so absurd. Such a young Soul Emperor actually possessed a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring.

He had just broken through to level ninety-three and thought his strength had greatly increased. Yet before Shen Qingling, that little improvement was simply not worth mentioning.

Dugu Yan covered her small mouth, her emerald eyes wide with disbelief. She had thought Tang San was already impressive for knowing so much, but his teacher was even more terrifying. No wonder Grandfather treated him with such respect. With such strength, he could absolutely be considered one of the continent's peak figures.

A Soul Emperor this young was simply unheard of. Dugu Yan even felt the urge to take him as her teacher.

She felt that if she became this man's disciple, her future would be limitless. Perhaps she might even be able to attempt a breakthrough to Title Douluo one day. But she didn't dare say it aloud. Helping the Dugu Family remove their poison was already an immense favor.

If she asked to become his disciple, wouldn't that be pushing her luck and greedily demanding more? In the end, she remained silent.

"Young Master Shen is young and accomplished. This old man is ashamed to compare."

Dugu Bo sighed sincerely.

"Dugu Bo, you're too polite. I still have some things to take care of. I'll leave later."

"Please do, Young Master Shen." Dugu Bo no longer disturbed him.

Shen Qingling turned and walked over to Tang San.

"Little San, what Immortal Herbs did you choose for Xiao Wu and yourself?"

Tang San took out two Immortal Herbs. The first was silver-white, its floral fragrance cool and crisp.

"Teacher, this is Moon-Soul Fragrant Grass. It naturally has soothing and charm properties for spiritual power. I think it's very suitable for Xiao Wu."

Tang San raised his right hand again, revealing the second Immortal Herb. Its petals were flawlessly white, with five petals arranged in an elegant pattern.

"Teacher, this is the Five-Petaled Chuanxiong Lingzhi Flower. It can enhance spiritual power and eyesight."

After introducing the two Immortal Herbs, Tang San picked up the already gathered Autumnwater Dew of the River of Forgetfulness and Aromatic Silk Beauty from the side.

"Teacher, Aromatic Silk Beauty can purify one's origin. I think it can improve Teacher's bodily origin. It's also a pure yang item. The other is Autumnwater Dew of the River of Forgetfulness, which can enhance spiritual power and eyesight."

Tang San introduced all four Immortal Herbs in one breath: one for himself, one for Xiao Wu, and two for Teacher.

"Autumnwater Dew of the River of Forgetfulness... I recall that it has a more pronounced effect on spiritual power. Why aren't you taking it yourself? It would benefit your spiritual power more."

He really was surprised that Tang San had even prepared this.

"Teacher, this disciple can make do. Besides, I've already consumed two Immortal Herbs, and they've already transformed my body."

Tang San's gaze was sincere.

He didn't need such a good Immortal Herb. The Five-Petaled Chuanxiong Lingzhi Flower alone could allow his Purple Demon Eyes to advance from the beginner stage to the Mustard Seed Realm.

"I see. Teacher is very pleased that you can think this way." Shen Qingling smiled.

"Then... of course. With Teacher, I've felt a father's love, even like the love of a father."

Tang San lowered his head toward the end, somewhat embarrassed. His cheeks reddened, and his body began to grow warm.

He hadn't been able to hold it in. Tang San really couldn't suppress it any longer. If he kept bottling it up, he would truly go mad.

"Little San, do you see Teacher as a father?"

Shen Qingling held his head. He hadn't prepared himself mentally for this. Had Tang San's feelings changed so quickly?

Over the past year, Tang Hao had shown no intention of revealing himself. Shen Qingling believed Tang Hao had been watching all along, but his continued refusal to appear meant that he was still struggling with something in his heart.

With Na'er here, Tang Hao posed no threat to him.

"Absorb the Immortal Herbs first. Don't think about such nonsense."

Tang San secretly rejoiced. Teacher hadn't directly rejected him, which meant he didn't dislike the idea. Once Tang San became stronger and outstanding enough, Teacher would surely agree. As for that drunken father, how could he compare to even a fraction of Teacher's goodness?

He suppressed the excitement in his heart and obediently nodded. "Yes, Teacher."

He turned and handed the Moon-Soul Fragrant Grass to Xiao Wu.

"Xiao Wu, eat this first."

Xiao Wu accepted the Immortal Herb. Smelling its crisp floral fragrance, her eyes sparkled. She glanced at Shen Qingling and only brought the herb to her mouth after seeing him nod slightly.

The medicinal power melted the moment it entered her mouth, turning into a cool current that slid down her throat and slowly spread through her limbs and bones. Xiao Wu closed her eyes and could clearly feel her spiritual power gradually increasing. The phantom of her Soft Bone Rabbit Martial Soul flickered behind her, its fur and eyes gleaming with moonlight, noticeably more agile than before.

Before long, Xiao Wu opened her eyes and moved her arms and legs. She said in delight, "I feel like my Soul Power has increased a lot, and my mind feels much clearer too!"

Tang San was also delighted to see her happy. As long as Xiao Wu grew stronger, she would have a little more ability to protect herself in the future. As long as she didn't hold Teacher back, that was enough.