Could it be that he went to find Yu Tianheng to ask the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan to provide a soul bone? Come to think of it, how did Dugu Bo gather all the soul bones in the original story? Was it the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan that gave them to him?
Yang Yunhai suddenly thought of this possibility and smiled while nodding. "Sure. I also hope Grandpa Dugu and Sister Yan can recover soon."
At that, he glanced out the window at the slant of sunlight and added, "But before that,it's getting late. Why don't we have dinner together first?"
"By the time we're done eating, I imagine the captain and the others will have finished training and returned to the dorms."
Hearing this, Dugu Bo also glanced at the window and nodded slightly. "Then I'll accept your hospitality."
"Xiao Hai, sorry to trouble you," Dugu Yan said with a smile.
"No trouble at all," Yang Yunhai chuckled and stood up. "Wait here for a bit. I'll go make a few dishes."
"I'll come help," Dugu Yan said as she got up.
"No need, Sister Yan. You and Grandpa Dugu are guests today. How can I let guests help in the kitchen?" Yang Yunhai quickly stopped her.
After saying that, he smiled at Dugu Bo, then headed straight to the kitchen.
Dugu Yan had no choice but to sit back down.
Soon, Zhu Zhuqing, freshly showered and changed, walked out of the bedroom. She gave a slight bow to Dugu Bo, then turned to Dugu Yan and gave a gentle smile.
"Sister Yan, you two relax. I'll go help Xiao Hai." With that, she headed straight to the kitchen.
"Supporting each other through hardship,these two kids are not bad," Dugu Bo nodded approvingly.
Then he turned to Dugu Yan and said, "Yan Yan, cultivation is like rowing upstream. If you don't advance, you fall behind. You need to work harder too."
"Got it," Dugu Yan nodded seriously.
The intense training she saw today from Yang Yunhai and Zhu Zhuqing left a deep impression on her. It made her realize the gap between herself and them. Their recent improvements had already been evident in training, but she had overlooked them until now.
Seeing them today made her finally understand how much effort they had been putting in behind the scenes.
Half an hour later, five dishes, one soup, and a fruit platter filled most of the dining table. The four of them began eating.
During the meal, Dugu Bo actively engaged in conversation, discussing the details of detoxification methods with Yang Yunhai and even branching into pharmacology. In terms of theory, Yang Yunhai was still just a beginner, so he mostly asked questions humbly, greatly satisfying Dugu Bo's pride.
Whenever Yang Yunhai threw out an unusual idea, Dugu Bo would praise him repeatedly, saying his talent in medicine was extraordinary.
The way he was acting, if he didn't already assume Yang Yunhai had a teacher, he might have tried to take him as a disciple on the spot.
Dugu Yan and Zhu Zhuqing couldn't get a word in and quietly focused on eating.
Half an hour later, with dinner finished, Yang Yunhai said goodbye to Zhu Zhuqing and left the valley with Dugu Bo and his granddaughter.
Before long, as the sun set, they arrived at the special dorms of the Heaven Dou First Squad.
"Greetings, Senior Dugu," the team members, still lounging on the sofa after dinner, immediately stood and bowed when they saw Dugu Bo arrive.
"No need to be so formal," Dugu Bo waved a hand, then looked toward Qin Ming. "Instructor Qin Ming, I came here today for two reasons. First, I'd like to ask for leave for Xiao Hai. I may need to borrow him for a few days to help treat Yan'er."
"Of course. Every member of the team hopes Yanzi recovers soon," Qin Ming responded politely.
Dugu Bo nodded. "As for the second reason…" He turned to Yu Tianheng. "I came to discuss something with Yu Tianheng."
"Let's go to your room," he said directly with a nod.
"Please, Senior Dugu," Yu Tianheng quickly stepped aside nervously.
Damn, the direct heir of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, nearly 20 years old, and he's still this timid? Look at Yang Yunhai,a civilian kid, young as he is, and he doesn't even flinch when talking to me over dinner.
Dugu Bo immediately felt the comparison. His first impression of Yu Tianheng dropped a few notches, though he kept a neutral expression and simply nodded slightly.
With a soft "hm," he walked toward the stairs.
Standing nearby, Dugu Yan glanced at Yu Tianheng and gave him an encouraging look before quickly following.
"Xiao Hai, you come too. You're the lead physician for Yan'er's treatment," Dugu Bo's voice suddenly called out.
Damn. Is he trying to make me take the fall for the soul bone thing? Yang Yunhai immediately thought of that possibility.
Even though I proposed it, this is a matter between your two families. Why involve me? I'm just a helpful doctor... a humble time traveler...
Internally frustrated, he maintained a calm expression and turned to glance at Yu Tianheng.
Bro, I get you. Meeting the in-laws is scary stuff.
He patted Yu Tianheng's shoulder and gave him a look of support before following upstairs.
Yu Tianheng felt encouraged, took a deep breath, and quickly caught up, walking side-by-side with Yang Yunhai.
It seemed like only by standing next to his good brother Yang Yunhai could he summon the courage to face what was coming.
Soon, led by Dugu Yan, Dugu Bo walked straight to Yu Tianheng's room.
Since he had showered before dinner, Yu Tianheng had left the door ajar. Without hesitation, Dugu Bo pushed the door open and walked in.
He went straight to the bed, pulled up a chair, and sat down.
He looked up at the nervous Yu Tianheng and nodded slightly. "Let me be blunt."
"Treating Yan'er requires a soul bone. It needs to be at least 5,000 years old and come from either a poison-type or power-type soul beast. I don't have one right now."
Dugu Yan lowered her head and said nothing, but glanced at Yu Tianheng with a trace of hope in her eyes.
Damn, this is clearly a test for Yu Tianheng. It's basically the same as directly asking for a bride price.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is one of the top three clans. If they can't even offer a 5,000-year soul bone, Dugu Bo might just explode on the spot.
He's not even asking for a 10,000-year one,this request really isn't that much for a clan of their size, Yang Yunhai thought to himself.
He glanced at Yu Tianheng from the corner of his eye and figured he should give the guy a hint.
Looks like I'll have to take the fall. After all, I was the one who proposed this plan.
He cleared his throat. "Yes, a soul bone is necessary. I was the one who suggested this treatment plan. Brother Tianheng, beast-type martial soul users who absorb soul rings from poison-type soul beasts often retain part of the poison in their bodies. You, being from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, should understand this well. A soul bone helps transfer and contain the residual toxins."
"These toxins spread throughout the body and can't be removed all at once. So we need to transfer them first, then slowly expel them over time."
"Only after clearing out the toxins can we safely administer medicine to treat Sister Yan's underlying illness, avoiding any dangerous interactions between toxins and medicine."
Seriously, how is the Dugu family down to just these two people? This hint should be obvious enough.
He couldn't say it outright,he didn't have the consent of those involved. And as long as no one says it clearly, even if the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan suspects something, they won't think that the still vigorous and famous Poison Title Douluo Dugu Bo is already fatally poisoned.
A Title Douluo known for poison,how could he be dying of poison himself?
If the parties involved don't say it, outsiders won't believe it.
As for Dugu Yan,if Yu Tianheng really wants to marry her and cares about her, then even a suspicion should be taken seriously. Besides, he's seen firsthand how painful her condition can be. He should understand the gravity of the situation.
And Dugu Bo has only one relative left in the world. In exchange for the full support of a Title Douluo, just giving up a single 5,000-year soul bone? That's an amazing deal. Not to mention, once she's married, she's yours,and the soul bone stays in the family anyway.
So if he's not stepping up now, when will he?
Bro, this is your moment.
This kid is good,quick-witted but composed, and knows how to cover for me. Dugu Bo was quite satisfied with Yang Yunhai's proactive explanation.
"Senior Dugu," Yu Tianheng stepped forward solemnly and clasped his hands, "I'll write to the clan immediately about this. I believe my grandfather will definitely agree."
Damn. Yang Yunhai was shocked to the core.
His face twitched instinctively.
Bro, are you stupid?
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