At this moment, Ye Wen was still speaking at length:
"This theory about toxin inheritance is still in the hypothesis stage, but that's not the most important part. What I want to emphasize is this:
The harm caused by toxic soul skills to a poison-type soul master is relatively minor compared to others, because poison masters naturally have antibodies against toxins within their bodies. Additionally, beast-type martial souls inherently possess strong physiques. Unless it's an exceptionally potent toxin—like the top-tier Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor martial soul—it wouldn't result in a situation as severe as yours.
However, even when suffering from toxin backlash, your family hasn't died immediately upon the awakening of their martial souls.
Based on this, I've formulated my first treatment idea: abandon the acquisition of toxic soul rings and instead focus on obtaining soul rings that enhance physical strength.
Though this might temporarily reduce a poison-type soul master's power, I believe it's worth it for the sake of survival. Moreover, properly applied physical enhancement skills could allow one to become a powerful assault-type battle soul master.
For example, for Miss Yan's fourth soul ring, I recommend hunting either a Titan Python or a Giant Forest Anaconda. Additionally, since I know that the Jade Phosphor Serpent is considered a type of dragon-soul beast, you could also hunt other dragon-soul beasts to acquire even more powerful soul skills. Given your status, Lord Dugu, I'm sure you're aware of this:
When soul masters hunt high-level soul beasts, there's a certain chance it can promote the evolution of their own martial souls. Therefore, I believe that with your strength as a Title Douluo, choosing dragon-soul beasts would be more beneficial for Miss Yan."
Dugu Bo nodded approvingly at this proposal.
In truth, Dugu Bo had been limited by his own understanding, which was why he had always hunted snake-type soul beasts for Dugu Yan—just as he himself had done in the past.
Moreover, due to the toxins in their martial souls, the Dugu family had long practiced single-line inheritance. Before Dugu Bo had fully matured, his father had perished suddenly.
Additionally, Dugu Bo's solitary nature meant he lacked companions, so he often hunted soul beasts alone. Under such circumstances, it was impossible for him to hunt top-tier dragon-soul beasts.
Upon reflection, hunting dragon-soul beasts for Dugu Yan was indeed a feasible solution.
As for the supposed reduction in strength, Dugu Bo didn't care in the slightest. As long as he, a Title Douluo, remained alive, who would dare harm Dugu Yan?
Only a Title Douluo's warning mattered!
Dugu Bo nodded and said, "Well said. Your approach does seem feasible. Now, tell me about your second plan."
Ye Wen paused to organize his thoughts before continuing: "The second treatment plan is specifically tailored to your situation, Lord Dugu. If there are any errors, please correct me."
Ye Wen's respectful attitude pleased Dugu Bo. Unlike Tang San from the original story, who carried an air of arrogance despite his immense talent, Ye Wen demonstrated humility while possessing clear brilliance. This was why Dugu Bo had treated Ye Wen harshly earlier—to test his character.
If others showed him respect, he would reciprocate tenfold.
Dugu Bo gave a slight nod, encouraging Ye Wen to proceed.
Ye Wen continued: "The stronger a poison-type soul master becomes, the stronger their toxins grow. In your case, Lord Dugu, your body must have accumulated a significant amount of residual toxins. If these toxins cannot be expelled, they will likely cause periodic pain and may even form disease-like foci within your body.
In such cases, either the entire focus must be removed, or it must be suppressed. Otherwise, sooner or later, it will become a serious threat to your well-being.
Based on Miss Yan's condition, I dare to speculate that the toxin-induced foci have already permeated your entire body, making surgical removal impossible."
Dugu Bo instinctively nodded. This was precisely the reason why, despite being called the Poison Douluo, he was still plagued by toxins—he couldn't expel them, nor could he remove them surgically. What else could he do?
When discussing the next treatment option, Ye Wen's expression grew troubled.
"As for using medicine to suppress the toxins, given your strength as a Title Douluo, ordinary drugs would be completely ineffective. Only medicines derived from spirit-beast herbs that have 'attained spirituality' might work.
However, all medicines carry some level of toxicity. Spirit-beast herbs are not only extremely expensive but also exceedingly rare. With my current network, I simply don't have access to them. Even if I wanted to research a solution, it would take time."
With that, Ye Wen shook his head regretfully.
Dugu Bo's mood also sank slightly, though he was already grateful to have found a potential treatment path for Dugu Yan.
Just as Dugu Bo was about to express his gratitude and try to build rapport with Ye Wen—after all, healers like Ye Wen, who studied medicine purely to help others, were as rare as phoenix feathers in this era—he noticed Ye Wen muttering under his breath with a sigh.
"If only I had that grass. Though it's just an isolated case, perhaps its effects could inspire the development of similar medicines. If that were possible, Lord Dugu might have hope."
Though Dugu Bo hadn't heard clearly what kind of grass Ye Wen referred to, his words sparked a glimmer of hope.
So, there might still be a chance for me!
Even the slightest possibility was worth pursuing, so Dugu Bo asked:
"Little Ye, what did you just say? I didn't quite catch it. But from your expression, it seems there's still some hope. Could you elaborate?"
Ye Wen feigned embarrassment, scratching his head lightly and replying:
"Please forgive me, Lord Dugu. I was just thinking aloud about some mythical herbs I've heard of. These herbs possess extraordinary properties, and if they exist, they might be able to treat your condition. However, these herbs are so fantastical that I'm not sure if they truly exist. I was merely indulging in a bit of fantasy.
It was wrong of me to excite you with such baseless speculation. Please accept my apologies."
Dugu Bo brushed it off and asked, "Mythical herbs? What are these? Where did you come across such records? Could I take a look?"
In this era, the continent of Douluo lacked even a single proper doctor. The detailed compendium of herbs was something Ye Wen was currently compiling.
That said, this didn't mean the people of Douluo were unaware of the effects of miraculous herbs. On the contrary, the great families possessed various so-called unique manuscripts, passing down knowledge of these wondrous plants.
Dugu Bo, who had perused the Tian Dou Royal Library, considered himself well-read, yet he had never heard of mythical herbs.
If these mythical herbs weren't fictional but were genuinely recorded in some unique manuscript…
Then perhaps there was truly hope!
Ye Wen pretended to retrieve a small notebook from his storage-type soul tool.
"These mythical herbs were something I stumbled upon in a rare manuscript I found at a bookstall. Their effects seemed too outrageous for me to fully believe.
However, someone had meticulously recorded them in the manuscript, and the descriptions were very detailed. So, I thought they might actually exist, and I copied them down for future reference.
After all, I'm still young—I might encounter them one day."
At this moment, Ye Wen resembled a teenager lost in fanciful dreams. Dugu Bo nodded understandingly.
After all, who hadn't been young once?
As for Ye Wen's handwritten copy, Dugu Bo harbored no suspicions.
After all, Ye Wen had mentioned it was from a rare manuscript. Since it was rare, it was likely quite old and prone to disintegration, so copying it made perfect sense.
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