Entering the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well

"Kid, do you have information on any other immortal herbs?!"

"I do!" Xu Yang nodded and hurriedly took out the immortal herb notes he had copied from his Storage Ring, handing them to Dugu Bo as he said, "These are all the records I found concerning immortal herbs. There are a few among them that I'm very interested in, and I've been sending people to search for them."

"Mm!"

Dugu Bo nodded and turned his gaze to the notes in his hand. There were not many records of immortal herbs inside. Only a few had illustrations alongside the text, while the rest were merely written descriptions. Still, he could identify the corresponding immortal herbs in his own herb garden from their characteristics.

When he flipped to the final page and saw the introduction to the Land Dragon Golden Melon, Dugu Bo's pupils contracted slightly, and delight appeared in his eyes.

This immortal herb was simply too suitable for Spirit Masters of their Jade Phosphor Serpent lineage. Not only could it evolve one's Martial Soul and grant it an earth attribute, but it could also improve one's resistance to toxins. Before reaching the Titled Douluo rank, one would no longer have to worry about deadly poison corroding their body and threatening their life.

As for after becoming a Titled Douluo, once the poison pill condensed, it would be even less of a problem.

And there were also the Blood Swan Kiss and the Aromatic Silk Beauty. They were practically made for him, Dugu Bo. With those two herbs, his research into poison could rise to a whole new level. Perhaps he could even shake off the title of weakest Titled Douluo.

"Kid, consider this old man owing you a favor. I have several of the immortal herbs recorded in your notes, and I can give them to you. Even if you find other immortal herbs in the future—however, you must swear on your Martial Soul that you will not reveal the news that I possess immortal herbs to anyone, including the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect." After staring at Xu Yang for a while, Dugu Bo slowly spoke, his words carrying a faint threat.

"Senior, you actually have immortal herbs..." Xu Yang first put on a shocked expression, but he did not immediately agree. Instead, he asked, "But Senior, what if my teacher figures it out?! After all, I searched for these immortal herbs partly for myself, but also for my teacher. You know about the shortcomings of Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Spirit Masters. With immortal-grade medicinal herbs, perhaps that weakness can be made up for.

"Once my teacher and her family consume them, they'll notice the changes in themselves. Even if I say nothing then, my teacher could easily investigate the matter with her methods. After all, among the people I've come into contact with lately, the only one who could possess treasures like these is you, old sir."

"Can you guarantee that Ning Fengzhi will not reveal the news of the immortal herbs?! And that afterward, he will not disturb this old man's life or come looking for trouble?!" Dugu Bo's gaze hardened, a vicious glint flashing through his eyes. He realized that he had gotten too carried away. He had only thought of properly repaying this kid's favor, forgetting that the kid had the enormous Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect behind him.

If this kid refused, he would kill him at once, even if it meant offending the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Xu Yang had considered that point as well. Smiling, he said, "That shouldn't be a problem. After all, my teacher's reputation in the Spirit Master world is quite good."

"Fine. Then swear it!"

"I, Xu Yang, swear upon my Sun Spirit that I will never reveal Senior Dugu's possession of immortal herbs to anyone other than my teacher Ning Fengzhi and her relatives. I will also persuade my teacher and her relatives not to reveal it. Should I break this oath, my Martial Soul shall shatter, and I shall never advance another step for the rest of my life!"

Xu Yang hurriedly swore upon his Martial Soul. The moment his oath ended, he felt as though an additional restraint had settled upon him.

"Alright, kid. Come with me!"

With that, Dugu Bo ignored Xu Yang's reaction, grabbed him directly, and rose into the air from where he stood, flying toward Sunset Forest. At the same time, he sent a voice transmission to Dugu Yan, asking her to help Xu Yang request leave.

As they flew through the air, Dugu Bo looked at Xu Yang dangling from his hand like a little chick and asked with a smile, "Kid, what other immortal herbs do you know about?!"

"There are a few more, but they were only vaguely recorded in some travel journals. There were no methods for harvesting or using them, so I didn't write them in my notes. Still, I guess some factions should possess information on immortal herbs!"

Xu Yang tried his best to adjust his posture and make himself more comfortable. Hearing Dugu Bo's question, he hurriedly replied.

"Which factions?!"

"One is Chrysanthemum Elder of Spirit Hall. It is said that he loves and cherishes flowers, so he should possess information on all immortal herbs. The other is the Breaking Clan, formerly an affiliated family of the Clear Sky Sect. Not only do they pursue the ultimate in offense, but they are also highly skilled in alchemy. They should have information on immortal herbs as well."

"Neither will be easy to deal with!"

Hearing that it was those two factions, Dugu Bo frowned. Yue Guan aside, he was a Titled Douluo himself, and Dugu Bo was no match for him. The Breaking Clan was not easy to deal with either. Though they had no Titled Douluo, their pursuit of ultimate attack power allowed them to fight above their rank with ease. Their clan leader, Yang Wudi, had even held a Titled Douluo to a draw while surrounded by Spirit Hall.

"Forget it. I have the information on the Land Dragon Golden Melon now. As long as I find it, I should be able to solve Yan Yan's and my own problems. As for the other immortal herbs, I can take my time."

Dugu Bo was reclusive by nature. As long as others did not provoke him, he would not casually seek trouble with them, even if they possessed something he needed.

Very soon, the two arrived near the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. After swallowing an Antidote Pill, Xu Yang entered it as well.

Even though he had been prepared, Xu Yang was still so stunned by the unique scenery of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well that he could not speak. Leaving aside the enormous YuanYang Pot in the center, even the sight formed by the flowers and plants carpeting the ground was dazzlingly brilliant and exceptionally beautiful.

Not only that, but a strange energy also permeated the air. After taking only a few breaths, his body felt unbearably uncomfortable.

Xu Yang instinctively moved closer to the Yang Spring, and only then did he feel somewhat better.

"Looks like you've already noticed, kid. These two springs, one ice and one fire, release dense ice and fire energy that fills this entire area. Without the cultivation of a Soul Saint, it is impossible to remain here. You'll be swollen apart and die from the two opposing energies.

"However, as these two energies balance one another, they also form a peculiar energy that helps me suppress the toxins within my body."

When yin and yang harmonized, they reigned supreme beneath heaven.

Hearing Dugu Bo's words, a phrase echoed in Xu Yang's mind.

The condition of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well perfectly matched those words. The ice and fire energies here were like the two extremes of yin and yang. Amid their endless collisions, some portion of the energy would always fuse perfectly together. Yin and yang harmonized, becoming an energy capable of giving rise to all things.

The reason there were so many immortal herbs here was likely related to this energy that gave rise to all things.

"Kid, eat this!" Seeing that Xu Yang had fallen silent, Dugu Bo tossed him a pill and a brocade pouch. "This medicine will temporarily calm the two energies and let you stay here for half a shichen. As for that pouch, it's called the Wishful Treasure Sack. Pick whichever immortal herbs you want yourself."

After saying that, Dugu Bo turned around and began searching through the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. He remembered clearly that he had once seen the shoots and leaves of a sweet potato. That should be the so-called Land Dragon Golden Melon.