An Encounter with the Imperial Dou Team, Conflict Erupts!

After confirming that everything was secure.

Tang Chuan finally took out an ancient-looking ring covered in patterns.

This was a low-grade Living Creature Storage Soul Tool that he had bought from a secondhand shop in Nuoding City with all his savings after years of scrimping and saving.

The space inside the ring was extremely small, less than one cubic meter.

But to him now, it was incomparably precious.

"Mother, please bear with it for now."

"My Soul Power Level broke through to Level Forty half a year ago, but I never went to obtain my Fourth Spirit Ring. Before heading to Heaven Dou City, we need to make a trip to the Star Dou Great Forest."

With that, he gently stored the flowerpot inside the Soul Tool.

Only after confirming that it had been placed securely did he slowly rise to his feet, a trace of solemnity flashing through his eyes.

Tang Chuan's Soul Power Level had not risen quickly over the past few years. The main reason was that his Innate Soul Power was only Level One.

On Douluo Continent, one's Innate Soul Power Level determined a Soul Master's future cultivation speed!

So why was Tang Chuan's Innate Soul Power only Level One? Logically speaking, his Martial Soul was the Blue Silver Emperor. His Innate Soul Power should not have been so low.

That was because his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul was not yet a true Blue Silver Emperor. His Blue Silver Grass was somewhat like Yu Xiaogang's Luo Sanpao—a flawed version of a Top-tier Martial Soul.

Only after encountering a specific opportunity and awakening its bloodline could it unleash its true power.

In other words, Tang Chuan's Innate Soul Power Level truly was only Level One. If he wanted to raise his Innate Soul Power Level and accelerate his cultivation, he had to awaken his Blue Silver Grass into the Blue Silver Emperor.

The reason his Soul Power Level had risen so quickly these past years was entirely due to the 100,000-Year Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone Ah Yin had left behind, as well as his absorption of Soul Rings beyond his level.

The Soul Power Level increase brought by the 100,000-Year Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone had begun to slow somewhat after his Soul Power Level reached Level Thirty.

That was because of the Soul Power brought by the Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone.

It was like having a hundred bowls of rice while Tang Chuan was merely a child of a few years old. He could not eat all that rice in a single day and could only consume it bit by bit each day.

In other words, the increase to his Soul Power Level brought by the Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone came gradually, rather than directly raising him from Level One to dozens of levels higher.

All these limitations meant that Tang Chuan's Soul Power Level had only reached Level Forty half a year ago. The reason he had not immediately gone to obtain a Soul Ring was that he felt his Soul Power Level gains over the years had all relied on Soul Rings and Spirit Bones.

He was not in a hurry to break through because he wanted to stabilize his foundation first. Once he obtained his Fourth Spirit Ring, he could then find an opportunity to completely awaken his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul into the Blue Silver Emperor!

Several hours later.

Nuoding City was already brightly lit beneath the night sky, and plenty of people still came and went through its streets.

Passing through the bustling market, Tang Chuan made his way briskly to the entrance of a familiar alley in the eastern part of the city, a place where he had rented carriages many times before.

Several carriages stood quietly parked outside a carriage shop, while an old coachman in a gray robe sat nearby dozing off.

"Excuse me, do you have any carriages available?" Tang Chuan asked politely.

The old coachman looked up at him. Seeing Tang Chuan's neat clothing, long pack on his back, and steady expression, he could tell at a glance that he was someone traveling far away. He immediately smiled.

"Yes, there happens to be an empty carriage. Where are you headed, young man?"

"A town on the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest," Tang Chuan replied without hesitation.

"Tsk... the Star Dou Great Forest. Even if you're only going to the outskirts, it's no place for fun." The old coachman frowned slightly, but did not say much else. "Fine. I travel fast. You'll reach the stopover point in the neighboring town by tomorrow morning."

"Thank you." Tang Chuan nodded and handed over several Bronze Soul Coins.

Before long, the carriage was ready to depart.

Tang Chuan climbed aboard, draped his cloak over himself, leaned into a corner of the carriage, and closed his eyes to rest.

The sound of horse hooves shattered the night as the wheels rolled over the bluestone road, stirring up a trail of fine dust.

Several days later.

The two arrived safely at the small stopover town outside the Star Dou Great Forest.

The moment he entered the town, a familiar atmosphere washed over him.

Street vendors still shouted from both sides of the road while Soul Masters hunting Soul Beasts hurried back and forth. It was just as bustling as when Tang Chuan had first arrived years ago.

Without lingering, Tang Chuan headed straight for the tavern at the western end of town, the one with a wooden signboard.

This was where he had stayed many times before entering the Star Dou Great Forest. The owner knew quality when he saw it and did not ask unnecessary questions. The rooms were clean, and the food was quite good as well.

"Boss, the usual place. Bring me something to eat." Tang Chuan pushed open the door, brushed the dust from his body, and casually found a seat in a corner against the wall.

"Oh, little brother, I haven't seen you in years. I thought you'd changed professions and stopped being a Soul Master." The fat proprietor walked over with a broad smile as he wiped his hands. "Same as usual? Braised Rabbit Meat, Sichuan Pepper Grilled Fish, and a pot of Osmanthus Wine?"

"Mm."

Tang Chuan nodded with a smile. His gaze narrowed slightly as it settled on the bustling crowd outside the window.

"Little brother, you came at just the right time. There's only one last pot of Osmanthus Wine left!"

Before long, the fragrance of food filled the air.

Tang Chuan picked up his chopsticks, intending to eat something before entering the Star Dou Great Forest to search for a suitable Soul Beast. Yet just as he moved his chopsticks, a set of steady, powerful footsteps sounded from outside the tavern.

Immediately after.

Eight figures filed inside, instantly drawing everyone's attention.

Walking at the front was a middle-aged man around thirty years old.

He was handsome, with slightly messy short orange-red hair. His clothes were simple and plain, while a hint of profound light shone in his bright eyes.

Behind him followed seven young people around twenty years old.

Among the seven, the leader had long blue-gold hair and a slender build. Though he could not be called handsome, the clothes he wore were exceptionally luxurious.

Beside him stood a woman with short Deep Purple hair that made her look exceptionally valiant. Most striking of all were her green Eyes.

The others behind them were all distinctive in their own ways.

Walking at the very back was a young woman in a Blue Purple dress. Her face was covered by a veil, and no emotion showed in her Eyes.

From her, one could seemingly feel only loneliness and desolation!

Tang Chuan's gaze sharpened slightly as his eyes swept across the eight people one by one. When they finally landed on the middle-aged man with short orange-red hair, a nearly imperceptible flicker passed through his eyes.

"Qin Ming?" Tang Chuan murmured inwardly, his brows knitting slightly.

Based on the memories of his past life and these people's appearances, he had roughly guessed their identities. They should be the Imperial Dou Team from Heaven Dou Royal Academy!

At the same time, Qin Ming had already led the group to a large table in the center of the tavern and sat down. He casually called out.

"Boss, bring out some of your specialties. Five-Spice Rabbit Meat, Spicy Porcini Mushroom, Overlord Eel Slices, Steamed Wild Pheasant, and finally, a jar of your tavern's Osmanthus Wine."

The proprietor approached with a smile plastered across his face and said respectfully, "Honored guests, there's no problem with the dishes. I guarantee you'll be satisfied, but—"

"But what?" Qin Ming raised a brow.

The proprietor explained with a bitter smile.

"Our tavern has sold out of Osmanthus Wine. The person delivering more is still on the road. I'm truly sorry."

At that moment, a tall and burly young man who looked immensely strong rose to his feet. It was Shi Mo. He raised a hand and pointed at the wine on Tang Chuan's table, speaking in a deep voice.

"If it's sold out, then what is that pot?"

"That was the very last one. It was already sold to that young gentleman." The proprietor's expression turned unpleasant. He clearly knew that the people before him were all Soul Masters and not to be provoked, so he hurriedly explained.

Qin Ming glanced at Tang Chuan's table and lightly waved a hand at the proprietor. "Then forget it. Just bring any pot of wine."

Though he showed no anger, he gave Tang Chuan a few more looks.

However, Dugu Yan stood up at this moment, frowning slightly as she said, "Since Teacher Qin wants Osmanthus Wine, leave it to me."

As she spoke, she walked directly toward Tang Chuan.

"Little brother, would you be willing to sell me that bottle of wine? I'll pay double the price." Arriving beside the table, Dugu Yan looked at Tang Chuan with a rather arrogant gaze.

"Not for sale."

Tang Chuan did not even raise his head. He lightly picked at the dishes with his chopsticks, his tone as calm as the wind.

"Not for sale? That isn't up to you."

Dugu Yan's face darkened at his words. With a cold snort, she reached out to snatch the bottle of wine.

As Dugu Bo's granddaughter, and knowing that her grandfather was a Titled Douluo, she had grown used to acting domineeringly in the Heaven Dou Empire over the years. Even at Heaven Dou Royal Academy, few people dared provoke her.

Besides, this was Douluo Continent, where people revered martial strength and loved fighting. Conflicts breaking out over a room, a grilled fish, or some trivial matter were hardly rare and had long become commonplace.

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