Led by Chrysanthemum Douluo Chrysanthemum Douluo, Yang Podi followed him to a villa. The villa was exquisitely decorated, and behind it was a large garden filled with all sorts of exotic flowers and plants. This must be Chrysanthemum Douluo's home.
Chrysanthemum Douluo smiled and said to Yang Podi, "Young friend Yang Podi, do you know where I've brought you?"
Yang Podi simply smiled and said, "Judging from the decor of this house, it must be your home, senior."
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded slightly. "Then do you know why I brought you here?"
"Senior should have already sensed the difference in my scent and body; it's probably because of what I've eaten!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo quickly asked, "Young friend, do you know what you've eaten?"
Yang Podi thought for a moment, "A Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, but unfortunately I've already eaten it. I'm afraid it will never be found again in the entire Douluo Continent."
Chrysanthemum Douluo spoke again, "Do you know the function of the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum? You actually ate it so easily."
Yang Podi shook his head. "Without this Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, how could I have achieved the fourth ring of the Ten Thousand Years Realm? Senior's Martial Soul is the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, so you should understand its function even better."
After pondering for a long time, Chrysanthemum Douluo finally spoke, "Young friend, I am willing to accept you as my disciple. I wonder if you would be willing to become my master?"
Yang Podi simply smiled and said, "Senior, do you think I still need to become an apprentice with my current strength?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed a little surprised upon hearing this. "Young friend, you have unlimited potential. At only nineteen years old, you've already reached level sixty-seven. Clearly, you have your own cultivation methods and plans. I really have nothing more to teach you in terms of cultivation."
Seeing this, Yang Podi quickly said, "Senior, you flatter me. Although I have my own cultivation methods, I'm afraid that apart from our Breaking Clan, there are very few people on the entire continent who understand the rare flowers and herbs in your garden."
Chrysanthemum Douluo immediately became interested. "Young friend, do you also study all kinds of rare flowers and herbs? Where did you get your Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum?"
"Senior, when I went to the Star Dou Great Forest with my elders to search for my Fourth Soul Ring, I discovered this Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. I guess I was quite lucky."
Chrysanthemum Douluo pondered for a moment, "Humans rarely venture into the core area of Star Dou Great Forest, and the spiritual energy there is abundant, making it indeed possible for the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum to grow there. However, while a single Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum can enhance your physique, it cannot withstand the Soul Shock of Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, and it probably won't be enough to support you in absorbing your ten-thousand-year Fourth Soul Ring."
"As expected of a senior, you have a deep understanding of rare and exotic plants. At the place where I obtained the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, I also obtained another Immortal Herb that can enhance Divine Power."
Upon hearing this, Chrysanthemum Douluo muttered to himself, "Although there are many kinds of Immortal Herb in this world, it seems that there are very few that can enhance Divine Power. Wait, did you perhaps consume the Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew '?"
Yang Podi quickly replied, "Senior, you are indeed amazing. I never imagined you could deduce it from just a few words. I admire you."
At this moment, Chrysanthemum Douluo suddenly remembered something and asked urgently, "Young friend, have you discovered any other Immortal Herb? Are there any Immortal Herb you haven't eaten yet?"
Upon hearing this, Yang Podi remained silent and did not reply.
Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to realize his abruptness, and after calming his agitated emotions, he spoke, "Young friend, you can rest assured that I will absolutely not tell anyone about what we met today. I can keep this promise."
Yang Podi thought for a moment before speaking, "I'm really sorry, but this last Immortal Herb is already a family heirloom of my Breaking Clan. It is currently kept in the family and is being personally guarded by the elders."
Chrysanthemum Douluo was indeed a genius when it came to plants. After only a moment's thought, he spoke up, "Your Breaking Clan is skilled in alchemy and poison making. This Immortal Herb you mentioned, which has become a Breaking Clan, could it be the Aromatic Silk Beauty? No wonder the Breaking Clan's alchemy skills have improved so much in recent years; it turns out it's because of this immortal herb."
"If you are interested, senior, you are welcome to visit my Breaking Clan at any time."
Upon hearing this, Chrysanthemum Douluo's previously excited expression cooled down. "Young friend, our Spirit Hall has a grudge against the Breaking Clan. Are you really so indifferent to past hatred?"
Yang Podi shook his head. "In the war back then, many members of my Breaking Clan did die, but with your strength, senior, if you had attacked our Breaking Clan, I'm afraid none of the Breaking Clan would have escaped."
"Besides, haven't my grandfather and maternal grandfather already challenged the senior to a duel? Some things are better left unsaid than a fight."
Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to carry a hint of pride. "I wouldn't stoop to slaughtering ordinary Soul Master. As for the feud between our two families, we'll settle that after this great battle with your grandfather."
At this moment, Yang Podi also became serious. "Senior, I have something I would like to ask you to enlighten me on. I wonder if it would be convenient?"
Seeing Yang Podi's serious expression, Chrysanthemum Douluo also became serious. "If there's anything you want to know, just ask. I can't guarantee I can answer it."
Yang Podi pondered for a moment before speaking, "Senior, given the current situation, how can my Breaking Clan be preserved?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo seemed to deliberately pretend not to understand Yang Podi's words. "Young friend, your knowledge is quite impressive. I heard that your fief is Mount Aermo, that place is quite nice."
Yang Podi quickly replied, "Thank you for your guidance, senior."
The two then discussed some exotic flowers and herbs, and even some Immortal Herb properties, getting along quite well.
After chatting for more than an hour, Yang Podi left Chrysanthemum Douluo's residence and returned to the arena to watch the battle. Of course, Yang Podi also invited Chrysanthemum Douluo to visit the Breaking Clan after the battle.
When Grandpa Yang Wudi saw Yang Podi return, he seemed a little worried and asked, " Podi, what did Chrysanthemum Guan want with you? Did you get into trouble?"
Yang Podi shook his head. "Senior Chrysanthemum Douluo invited me to discuss some rare flowers and herbs, but he didn't make things difficult for me."
Grandpa Yang Wudi was somewhat relieved. "This Chrysanthemum Guan, Martial Soul Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, has spent his whole life studying flowers and plants, but he has never obtained any Immortal Herb in his life."
With the conclusion of the third round, Heaven Dou Second Team advanced to the fourth round, bringing the total number of teams in the fourth round to six.
Of the six teams that made it to the fourth round, Heaven Dou Second Team, Heaven Dou Team One, and Spirit Hall Team are clearly the strongest, while the other three teams are much weaker.
The fourth round did not see any clashes between strong teams. Although Yang Podi took to the field, it was not interesting to fight against such weak teams. So he simply stayed at the back of the team and let the other six fight. Even though it was six against seven, Heaven Dou Second Team still managed to create a crushing situation and easily won the victory.
Heaven Dou Team One and Spirit Hall Team also won easily and advanced to the fifth round.
As time went on, the finals finally reached the fifth round, and the location for the fifth round changed to the Pope's Palace.
Early that morning, the main players and substitutes from all three teams gathered in the Pope's Palace, seemingly waiting quietly for the final match.
Of the three teams, Heaven Dou Second Team had the easiest time. At least on the surface, under the leadership of Soul Emperor Yang Podi, they were unstoppable and basically crushed all their opponents.
The most nervous team was the Spirit Hall Team, especially the three members of the Pope's Palace Spirit Hall 'Spirit Hall Golden Generation.
After years of fighting, the three of them broke through to the Soul King realm, and their strength far surpassed that of their peers. Moreover, all three of them had obtained the Purple Record Medal. It can be said that the Spirit Hall had spent a great deal of effort to cultivate these three, and it could even be said that the three Soul Bone were carefully selected for them.
In a sense, the three of them already represent the glory of the Spirit Hall. In any case, this Soul Master Tournament cannot allow any defeat; the championship is their only goal.
Judging from previous matches, they have basically dominated all their opponents.
Surprisingly, the strength of the Heaven Dou Second Team exceeded everyone's expectations, especially Yang Podi, a Soul Emperor whose strength had reached level 67, far surpassing the three members of the Golden Generation. He could even easily defeat the Hell White Tiger of the Star Luo Royal Academy Team.
How could the Spirit Hall Team not be nervous when they encountered such a formidable opponent on their path to victory? If they lost, all of the Spirit Hall's previous publicity and efforts would be in vain, and they would have to give away three Soul Bone to others for nothing. At that time, the so-called Golden Generation would truly become a laughing stock.
Heaven Dou Team One seemed quite nervous. They'd made it to the final three, and who wouldn't want to win? Especially since the championship was related to three priceless Soul Bone.
On the surface, however, the Heaven Dou Team One is the weakest of the three teams, and all their boasts seem destined to be nothing but a joke.
However, Yang Podi noticed that there seemed to be a new player in the Spirit Hall Team's substitute lineup. This person was tall, with long golden hair, and even wore a veil on his face. But the pair of eyes that were revealed seemed to be very beautiful, and could even show an arrogant aura.
Yang Podi thought to himself: I didn't expect her to come out for a Soul Master Tournament. This final is going to be quite interesting.
Just then, twelve cardinals emerged from the side entrance of the Pope's Palace, the leader announcing, " His Holiness the Pope has arrived."
Everyone present, including those from the Spirit Hall, seemed excited, cheering, "Long live! Long live! Long live!"
Immediately afterwards, the doors of the Pope's Palace opened, and everyone's attention seemed to be focused on the center.
Bibi Dong, dressed in a long, shimmering gold gown from head to toe, wearing a purple-gold crown and holding a scepter, walked out of the Pope's Palace with a solemn expression. It was Yang Podi's first time seeing Bibi Dong, and indeed, she had a perfect figure and stunning beauty.
Following her were six people: Chrysanthemum Douluo, Ghost Douluo, Sword Douluo, Ning Fengzhi Yang Wudi Niu Gao.
Apart from Ning Fengzhi, everyone else was Titled Douluo, and Ning Fengzhi himself was the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, holding a high position, and was also an honorary elder of the Spirit Hall.
After the seven entered the arena, countless people knelt down on one knee, even the Spirit Hall Team knelt down, only the Heaven Dou Team One and Heaven Dou Second Team did not kneel down.
Chrysanthemum Douluo whispered a few words behind Pope Bibi Dong, Bibi Dong's gaze immediately found two people in the two teams: Yang Podi from the Heaven Dou Second Team and Tang San from the Heaven Dou Team One.
An invisible pressure seemed to emanate from them.
Although Yang Podi felt immense pressure, it was nothing compared to Yang Podi current strength.
Yang Podi stood rooted to the spot, like a javelin. Within his spiritual sea, a silver giant, wielding the Soul Breaking Spear, faced the pressure with unwavering resolve, seemingly poised to pierce through everything at any moment.
Tang San of the Heaven Dou Team One showed a hint of pain on his face, but his eyes seemed to have turned purple, and a purple light even appeared in his eyes, as if he was about to shoot towards Bibi Dong.
The cardinal standing nearby angrily rebuked, "How dare you! How dare you disrespect His Holiness the Pope!"
Bibi Dong gently waved her fair, jade-like left hand, and the cardinal fell silent.
Bibi Dong first looked at Yang Podi, seemingly praising him slightly, " Yang Podi, you are very good. I didn't expect you to have such strength at such a young age. Your future is definitely limitless."
Bibi Dong's words seemed to be praise, but Yang Podi seemed to sense a trace of killing intent. This was only because Yang Podi had been in the Slaughter City for a long time, and even the Titled Douluo present did not sense it.
Then, Bibi Dong looked at Tang San of the Heaven Dou Team One and said calmly, "So you are Grandmaster's disciple Tang San? You are very good; you do indeed have some of Grandmaster's spirit."
Tang San seemed rather surprised, but ultimately spoke respectfully, "I dare not compare myself to my teacher."
Bibi Dong no longer paid attention to the two of them, but looked at everyone present and gently waved her scepter. "Rise, all of you."
As soon as Bibi Dong finished speaking, everyone who was kneeling seemed to stand up rhythmically.