Douluo Continent: The Eternal Dawn

Chapter 6 Conversation with Elder Mu
As their names suggest, both Dragon Crystal and Dragon Pill are closely related to the Dragon Clan, but they are fundamentally different.

Dragon Cores are energy forms that gradually condense within a dragon's body after it reaches adulthood, possessing the dragon's bloodline and primordial power. For human Soul Masters, the greatest function of Dragon Cores is to purify the body and enhance the strength of their bloodline and bones.

To give a simple example, if a human Soul Master consumes a Dragon Pill, their physical strength could rival that of an ancient dragon. Even if they cultivate all the way to the Limit Douluo realm, they wouldn't need to worry about their body being unable to withstand the strain.

Dragon crystals, on the other hand, are formed from the original soul power of high-level dragon-type martial soul masters after they break through a certain bottleneck. They only contain pure soul power and do not have the heaven-defying effect of changing one's physique like dragon pills.

After all, even top-tier dragon-type martial soul masters like Dragon God Douluo Mu En and Dragon Emperor Douluo Long Xiaoyao, who stand at the pinnacle of their time, can never compare to the bloodline of a true dragon, let alone directly materialize their bloodline power.

In terms of efficacy, Dragon Pill and Dragon Crystal have a relationship of inclusion and being included.

However, the dragon crystal of this Dark Sacred Dragon is also very precious. The energy level of the dark attribute soul power within it is extremely high, even enough to allow dark attribute soul masters above the Super Douluo level to make a breakthrough in their cultivation.

Ye Xixuan quietly stayed by Elder Mu's side. After Elder Mu reopened his eyes, Ye Xixuan asked in a calm voice, "Elder Mu, this Dragon Emperor Douluo should still be alive, right? Since he was able to contend with you for over a hundred years back then, he must have been a powerful figure of his time. But why couldn't he protect his family? Perhaps the fact that our Ye family was slaughtered by evil soul masters for no reason is also related to this Dragon Emperor Douluo."

“Xiaoyao actually has his own difficulties.” Mu En’s eyes rarely showed a hint of surprise and astonishment. He hadn’t expected that the young Ye Xixuan would unintentionally guess the reason behind it so accurately. He couldn’t refute it and sighed sadly.

Elder Xuan was only a dozen years younger than Elder Mu, and he knew a little about what happened between Elder Mu and Long Xiaoyao back then, as well as about Ye Xishui, the female soul master who was involved with the two of them, who seemed to have fallen into evil soul master in the end.

Could it be that those evil soul masters attacked the Ye family because that madwoman was seeking revenge against Dragon Emperor Douluo Long Xiaoyao?
Thinking of this, Elder Xuan suddenly felt a headache coming on. The events of that year involved too many things, and perhaps only Elder Mu, who had personally experienced them, knew the true secrets behind them.

Of the three people present, only Elder Xuan was kept in the dark.

Both Ye Xixuan and Elder Mu knew that although Ye Xishui had an extreme personality, she truly loved Long Xiaoyao and was unlikely to do such a thing. Yet, all of this stemmed from Long Xiaoyao.

"Are the lives of hundreds of members of our Ye family not worth as much as his excuse?" Ye Xixuan laughed mockingly, but he wasn't targeting Elder Mu; rather, he was referring to Long Xiaoyao's behavior in his past life memories.

The Sun Moon Empire invaded the Heavenly Soul Empire, and Long Xiaoyao, a citizen of the Heavenly Soul Empire, willingly served the Sun Moon Empire, which can be considered disloyal.

He abandoned his wife and children for Ye Xishui, the leader of the evil soul masters, which is unjust.

Knowing full well the dangers posed by evil spirit masters, yet turning a blind eye to Ye Xishui and the entire Holy Spirit Cult's evil spirit masters slaughtering innocent civilians, is utterly inhumane.

Ye Xixuan was deeply ashamed of such a disloyal, unrighteous, and unjust person. He could not change his bloodline, but he also did not want to have anything to do with Long Xiaoyao anymore. "Please keep this Dark Sacred Dragon Crystal safe, Elder Mu. I do not wish to accept any favors from it."

"Good lad, you have ambition!" Elder Xuan, whose temperament was as straightforward as a child, couldn't help but reach out and pat Ye Xixuan's shoulder twice.

"Do you know who that Dragon Emperor Douluo, Long Xiaoyao, is? He is a ninety-nine Limit Douluo, and his cultivation is no less than Elder Mu's. Even I am ashamed of myself for not being as good as him."

"Elder Xuan, he is him, and I am me. Apart from so-called blood ties, we have no other relation whatsoever." Ye Xixuan remained unmoved, then solemnly bowed to Elder Mu again, his past experiences surfacing in his mind. He had enjoyed the most generous treatment within the family since childhood, and naturally, he should repay the family. In the future, he would definitely stand before Long Xiaoyao himself and seek justice for the family.

"Please grant my request, Elder Mu!"

"Very well. It is said that a martial soul can influence a person's character, and it is rare that you have such a pure heart. In that case, let us be frank with each other." Elder Mu raised a hand and took the Dark Sacred Dragon Crystal from Ye Xixuan's hand. His gentle voice was like a spring breeze, and his dim eyes were full of appreciation.

"Although your Ye family elders sent you to the academy for protection, your situation is rather special. Your spirit is not only a physical spirit, but also possesses extreme dark attributes. In the history of Shrek Academy, there have been three spirit masters with extreme attributes: Extreme Wind, Extreme Wood, and Extreme Fire. These three ancestors became iconic powerhouses of their era. The academy certainly has more experience in cultivating spirit masters with extreme attributes. However, I must admit that in terms of research and understanding of physical spirits, the academy is ultimately inferior to the Body Sect."

"If you are willing to stay in the academy, I will do my best to nurture you. If you want to truly develop the potential of your Body Martial Soul, the academy can also negotiate with the Body Sect on your behalf. The choice is yours."

"Elder Mu, I will certainly follow the instructions of my family elders." Ye Xixuan could feel Elder Mu's sincerity. Putting aside the conspiracy theories, Elder Mu could be described as consistent in word and deed.

Upon hearing Ye Xixuan's answer, Elder Xuan had already happily downed a mouthful of wine, while Elder Mu smiled admiringly.

"Good boy, help me up."

"Yes." Ye Xixuan quickly helped Old Mu up. Old Mu moved very slowly, like an elderly person entering their twilight years, as he slowly stood up from the recliner. His back was hunched over, almost at a ninety-degree angle, a sight that couldn't help but make one's heart ache.

"From now on, you will stay on Seagod Island to cultivate. I will find you a special instructor based on your martial soul. If you have any questions, you can ask me. My martial soul attribute is completely opposite to yours, but in terms of cultivation, we will eventually reach the same goal. But before that, I will give you a gift."

Old Mu's arms were thin, bony and stiff, yet exceptionally warm.

Ye Xixuan helped Elder Mu to the first-floor hall of the Sea God Pavilion. Elder Mu did not forget to say to Elder Xuan outside, "Xuanzi, go and call Le Xuan here."

(End of this chapter)