Douluo: Martial Soul Research Diary

Chapter 41 Chrysanthemum Douluo

"Grandpa Sword, I want to go to Sunset Forest."

Ning Rongrong's eyes lit up.

"Could you tell Grandpa why you had such thoughts?"

When Sword Douluo faced Ning Rongrong, he didn't exude any of the pressure of a Title Douluo; instead, he seemed like a kind old man.

She heard about the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye from Han Tao.

Of course, I couldn't sit still; I wanted to go out and have some fun.

"Grandpa Jian, please!"

Ning Rongrong didn't explain, but instead took Sword Douluo's hand and shook it twice.

Chen Xin agreed.

He's a Title Douluo, what's wrong with taking Rongrong to Sunset Forest for a bit? What danger could there be?
Thus, led by Sword Douluo, Ning Rongrong and Chen Xin also arrived at Sunset Forest.

Sunset Forest has welcomed new guests.

Is it Ning Rongrong and Chen Xin?

No, it's Elder Yue Guan of the Spirit Hall, also known as Chrysanthemum Douluo.

They approached while clapping, the crisp applause standing out clearly in the quiet environment.

One step, two steps,

He slowly walked to the center of the battlefield.

"Poison Douluo, Sect Master Ning, it's been a long time!"

"Lonely Bo, judging from your appearance, things don't seem to be going well?"

Clearly, Chrysanthemum Douluo recognized the two men, one of whom was Lonely Bo, his sworn enemy.

"Chrysanthemum Douluo, what are you doing here?"

Upon seeing the newcomer, Ning Fengzhi took a half-step back in disbelief.

In just two seconds, Ning Fengzhi deduced that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School might have spies from the Spirit Hall, most likely high-ranking members of the sect.

What is the purpose of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School coming to Sunset Forest?
Immortal Herb, the immortal herb found in the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire.

But coincidentally, Chrysanthemum Douluo appeared here. He was the only Title Douluo in the Spirit Hall who knew about the existence of the immortal herb.

"I happened to be nearby when you guys were fighting, so I came over to check it out!"

She glanced casually at Ning Fengzhi, swayed her hips, and made a delicate gesture with her fingers.

Ning Fengzhi did not believe it.

"Chrysanthemum Monster, it's you!" Dugu Bo saw Chrysanthemum Douluo, his eyes turned red, and he spat out curses.

Chrysanthemum Monster?
Isn't this the soul beast that Ning Tian described during the theoretical assessment?

"Do you think Ning Tian is the mole?" Gu Rong asked.

"Ning Tian? Impossible, he and Han Tao are still in the dark room!"

Gu Rong said with absolute confidence, "Ning Tian was raised by the elders who guarded the temple, how could he possibly be a traitor?"

If there's a traitor in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, it must be Han Tao, that brat who's only been here for two and a half years.

"Ning Tian? Han Tao? What are you talking about?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo was puzzled and didn't understand.

How did we suddenly get to the point of finding the mole?

Ke Ningfeng and Gu Rong ignored Ju Douluo and started discussing it on the side.

Seeing that the two ignored him, Chrysanthemum Douluo turned his attention to Dugu Bo and started using his soul skill.

"The ninth soul skill, the chrysanthemums are broken, the ground is covered with wounds, and the flowers fall and people are heartbroken."

They either don't make a move at all, or when they do, it's earth-shattering.

When there is a blood feud, there is no room for mercy or humility; the attack will be delivered with the strongest soul skill.

The Chrysanthemum Douluo's extraordinary chrysanthemum rapidly expanded and burst open, transforming into countless fluttering petals.

The drooping of petals symbolizes the withering of life.

"Martial Soul True Form, Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor!"

Faced with Yue Guan's offensive, Poison Douluo dared not be careless and quickly summoned his Martial Soul True Form.

Immediately afterwards, the eighth black spirit ring flashed.

"The eighth soul skill, time freezing!"

Yes, this outrageous soul skill actually belongs to Poison Douluo.

The petals, soul power, and moon gate all froze in place for a moment, like a beautiful painting.

Such a powerful soul skill, if combined with offensive skills, will surely achieve remarkable results.

However, Poison Douluo escaped.

Control the moon gate, then make a quick escape.

With his soul power dissipated and his soul skills rendered ineffective, Yue Guan broke free.

Looking around, all that remained were layers upon layers of poisonous barriers; Dugu Bo had vanished without a trace.

Under the cover of the poisonous barrier, Dugu Bo's footsteps, along with his shadow, disappeared from people's sight.

After searching for a while without finding his target, Yue Guan began to explore within the poisonous barrier.

Ning Fengzhi and the ancient banyan tree followed closely behind.

Soon, the two groups arrived at the outer perimeter of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye.

"Let me see what Dugu Bo is hiding." "This is..."

Yue Guan stepped forward and saw the vibrant life in the distance.

Yin and Yang intertwine, water and fire converge.

Around the spring, all sorts of crystal-clear plants sway, shimmering in the sunlight.

"stop!"

Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo blocked Yue Guan's way.

"This was first discovered by our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

The benefits are exciting.

Upon seeing the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire, they temporarily forgot about the threat posed by Poison Douluo.

Just then, Sunset Forest welcomed two more guests.

Chen Xin and Ning Rongrong arrived at the edge of the poison barrier.

Chen Xin sensed the fluctuations of Gu Rong's soul power; a battle had broken out within the poison barrier. He knew he had to lend a hand.

"Rongrong, stay where you are."

Chen Xin used his soul tool to instruct the sect's Soul Douluo to come and take Ning Rongrong back.

Then, he turned and entered the poisonous barrier.

Through the mist, we glimpsed its true form.

Upon seeing the two sides facing off, Sword Douluo quickly drew his Seven Kill Sword and stood beside Ning Fengzhi.

"Sect Leader Ning, what's wrong? Do you want to monopolize this place?" Yue Guan asked Ning Fengzhi.

At this moment, before the Yin-Yang symbol of ice and fire, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has gained an absolute advantage in terms of strength.

So, is Ning Fengzhi able to monopolize the "Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye"?

No!

Weighing the pros and cons and making a careful choice, Ning Fengzhi dared not try to take everything for himself.

Poison Douluo Dugu Bo represents the interests of the Heaven Dou Empire.

Chrysanthemum Douluo Yueguan represents the interests of the Spirit Hall.

Although these two titled Douluo are mortal enemies and adversaries, when it comes to interests, no one can be sure whether they will join forces.

If Chrysanthemum Douluo hadn't come, or if it wasn't Chrysanthemum Douluo who came, Ning Fengzhi could have taken advantage of the initiative and seized all the immortal herbs.

But not now.

If one were to monopolize all the immortal herbs, one would inevitably face attacks from both major powers.

Although the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is one of the three upper sects, it would be like an ant trying to shake a tree if it faced the combined forces of the Heaven Dou Empire and the Spirit Hall.

"I can't keep it all to myself, so I'll take the lion's share!"

After a brief moment of thought, Ning Fengzhi made a decision.

"With your martial spirit in the Yin-Yang field of Ice and Fire, I can give you this immortal herb."

"No way!" Chrysanthemum Douluo refused decisively.

The Spirit Hall is the strongest force on the Douluo Continent.

Bibidon was a very extreme pope; she could not allow herself to be inferior to others.

"Sect Master Ning, your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is not strong enough to protect so many immortal herbs!"

Ning Fengzhi did not deny it; it was a fact.

He asked, "So what do you want?"

"The three immortal herbs of the Golden Generation, plus my Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, and Old Ghost Head's Qiluo Tulip."

"I can't give you the Qiqi Tongtian Chrysanthemum; I'll give you something else instead."

"No, it must be the Qiqi Tongtian Chrysanthemum!"

Chrysanthemum Douluo was immediately displeased. He had just said he would give me the same immortal herb as his martial soul, so why was he suddenly going back on his word?

"Then let's exchange it for two other immortal herbs!"

Ning Fengzhi said calmly.

Chrysanthemum Douluo became conflicted.

Originally, the interests of the Spirit Hall were aligned with my own, but now that has changed.

To obtain the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, one must sacrifice a portion of the Spirit Hall's interests. As a direct participant in this event and a Title Douluo himself, he could naturally abuse his power for personal gain.

After hesitating for a moment, he took a bite and said, "Okay."

Ning Fengzhi smiled faintly.

Ning Fengzhi's goal was never the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, but the Qiluo Tulip.

If he directly asks for the Qiluo Tulip, he will be manipulated by Yue Guan and forced to give up a fairy herb.

Ning Rongrong is not going to obediently listen to reason.

If she were obedient, she wouldn't be Ning Rongrong.

Concealment Pills can reduce one's aura and lower one's presence.

The Barrier-Breaking Pill can ward off the harm of poisonous barriers.

With just these two pills, could she break through the poison barrier and enter the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well?
That doesn't seem feasible.

(End of this chapter)