Under Han Shuo's instruction, the Black Dragon Gilbert spent half a day finally mastering the evil technique of Plucking Yin to Replenish Yang.
Gilbert, who had initially been skeptical, gradually began to half believe it as his body continued to change. Until he could truly confirm it, however, he still could not believe that this martial technique could have such miraculous effects.
"Remember, you can only steal a little yin energy each time. Too much will kill someone," Han Shuo cautioned solemnly once Gilbert had fully mastered it.
If used appropriately, this evil technique of Plucking Yin to Replenish Yang would not do much harm to a woman's body, provided only a little yin essence energy was absorbed from her each time. But excessive use, absorbing too much yin essence energy, would harm the woman's body and could even kill her in severe cases.
After Han Shuo's repeated warnings, Gilbert seemed to understand only vaguely and shouted, "I know! Whether it works is still another matter. I'll tell you after I've tried it!"
Afterward, Han Shuo and Gilbert visited the Dwarves' valley together. Leaving Gilbert outside, Han Shuo went in alone to speak with the village chief, Calvin, and handed over all the materials and the list needed to forge the weapons. Only after settling the arrangements did he leave the valley.
With the Black Dragon Gilbert there, Han Shuo saved himself considerable effort. Riding on Gilbert's back, he flew with him toward the Forest Trolls' sacred grounds deep in the Dark Forest.
After flying for most of the day, Han Shuo and Gilbert reached the Forest Trolls' sacred grounds at dusk, the place where the statue of the Daddala Demon was enshrined.
The Forest Trolls guarding the place all recognized Han Shuo. None of them obstructed him; they let