Chapter 136 Tang San and Tang Hao Seek Immortal Herb
"Mm." Tang Hao nodded, his sturdy figure moving to sit opposite Grandmaster.
"Zhu Zhuqing's strength increase is because Shi Quan gave her an Immortal Herb called Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone."
"Another Immortal Herb!?" Yu Xiaogang's eyes gleamed with excitement. "Then does that mean Dugu Bo really has other Immortal Herbs?"
"Most likely, yes." Tang Hao nodded.
Yu Xiaogang excitedly asked, "Your Excellency, can you help Little San obtain an Immortal Herb?"
"The problem now is that none of us recognize Immortal Herbs. From Shi Quan and Zhu Zhuqing's conversation yesterday, each Immortal Herb has different effects and different methods of consumption," Tang Hao raised the crucial point.
Yu Xiaogang's expression stiffened. Immortal Herbs touched upon his blind spot of knowledge. He hadn't known that consuming Immortal Herbs was so troublesome. "Doesn't Dugu Bo know?"
"Hard to say. I suspect Dugu Bo himself doesn't really know how to identify Immortal Herbs. It's best if we investigate the information about the Immortal Herbs ourselves, so we can be prepared. Otherwise, wouldn't Dugu Bo just casually give us any herb and fool us?"
"That's true." Yu Xiaogang nodded.
Tang Hao looked at Xiao Wu's direction with a complex expression, then turned to Yu Xiaogang and said, "Grandmaster, please call Little San over. It's time to tell him some things."
"Alright." Yu Xiaogang nodded. He didn't ask any questions. He held absolute respect for Clear Sky Douluo and believed that Tang Hao had his reasons for doing this.
A moment later, Grandmaster's voice came from outside the room, "Little San, go in. Someone is waiting for you inside."
Tang San walked into the room with a puzzled expression. When he saw Tang Hao's familiar figure, Tang San's eyes immediately turned red.
"Father."
"Little San, long time no see."
Tang Hao gently stroked Tang San's head, while Tang San tightly hugged Tang Hao's sturdy figure, afraid that Tang Hao would disappear again.
"Father, where did you go? How are you in Heaven Dou City?" Tang San's heart was filled with all sorts of questions.
Tang Hao said softly, "Little San, I know you have many questions for me, but first, you answer a few questions for Father, and then I'll slowly explain to you."
Tang San nodded.
"What exactly is Xiao Wu's place in your heart?"
"Xiao Wu is my younger sister, my most important family."
"But what if Xiao Wu isn't human, but a hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beast?!"
Tang Hao stared intently at Tang San, observing the changes in his expression. Tang San's expression tightened, he struggled internally, and then the next second, a powerful and resolute voice rang out again, "No matter if Xiao Wu is human or not, she is my Xiao Wu, the goal I will protect my entire life."
"Good! Little San, you must remember what you said. There are some things I originally wanted to tell you later, but given the current situation, I can only tell you in advance."
As his voice fell, one after another, spirit rings slowly appeared beneath Tang Hao: yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, red!
"Father, you are… a Titled Douluo!" Tang San looked at the scene before him in shock.
The next second, the light dissipated, as if everything was an illusion.
"I am indeed a Titled Douluo."
Upon receiving Tang Hao's confirmation, Tang San's eyes were filled with excitement, and even more so, confusion. "Father, since you are a Titled Douluo, why were you in a small place like Saint Spirit Village?"
"Too much is involved in that. I can't explain it clearly to you in a short time."
"My main reason for seeing you today is to discuss Xiao Wu's issue."
"Is Xiao Wu really a hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beast?" Tang San's eyes couldn't help but show a hint of shock.
"That's right." Tang Hao nodded.
He then began to explain to Tang San about the human transformation of hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beasts.
The reason Tang Hao chose to tell Tang San about Xiao Wu was also due to what happened earlier today. When Xiao Wu entered the Education Committee, Tang Hao was worried that the Three Great Education Committee would discover Xiao Wu's identity. Tian Dou Royal Academy was a place where powerful individuals gathered and interacted.
If Xiao Wu continued to stay at Tian Dou Royal Academy, there was no guarantee that her identity wouldn't be discovered by some powerful individual one day.
Who could resist the temptation of a hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beast essentially offering itself up?
"So, that means Xiao Wu chose to transform into human form, and she's still a hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beast in her infantile transformation stage?" Tang San said in shock.
"That's right." Tang Hao nodded.
"She clearly knew that powerhouses above the Spirit Douluo level would see through her identity, yet she still risked death to follow me to Heaven Dou City?" Tang San's eyes were moist. Recalling various past events, he also understood why Xiao Wu had said the academy wasn't strong enough with Spirit Douluo-level powerhouses when she first joined Shrek.
If there truly were any, she would have likely already perished at Shrek Academy.
"This child Xiao Wu truly has deep feelings for you." Tang Hao couldn't help but nod. This was also one of the main reasons Tang Hao approved of Xiao Wu.
Tang San asked unwillingly, "Father, is there no other way to prevent Xiao Wu's identity from being seen through by other powerhouses before she reaches sixty ranks?"
If no method could be found, even if it meant separation, he would have to send Xiao Wu away from Tian Dou Royal Academy.
Tang Hao shook his head, "The aura of a hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beast can indeed be concealed with some special rare treasures, but these treasures are extremely difficult to obtain and simply impossible to find."
"Rare treasures?" Tang San murmured softly, then suddenly thought of something and said excitedly, "Father, I know of a special Immortal Herb that can conceal one's aura, called the Qi Concealing Grass. This Immortal Herb has only one characteristic, which is to conceal aura. Perhaps it can hide Xiao Wu's hundred-thousand-thousand-year Spirit Beast aura. Doesn't Dugu Bo have Immortal Herbs? Maybe he has it."
"Little San, you recognize Immortal Herbs?" Tang Hao looked at Tang San in surprise.
Tang San nodded and said, "When I was in Nuoding City, I once bought a book about Immortal Herb records from a small stall. At the time, I just felt that the herbs described in the book were too miraculous, so I memorized them. I never thought they would come in handy now."
"Small stall?" Tang Hao paused, then said, "Then do you recognize Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone?"
"Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone is a white, crystalline flower. Its appearance is as pure as a white lotus, and it can moisturize tendons and strengthen bones, allowing Qi to flow through the seven meridians and eight extraordinary channels."
Hearing Tang San's answer, Tang Hao's eyes immediately lit up. He hadn't expected Tang San to actually recognize Immortal Herbs!
Both its appearance and effects were exactly the same as the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone Shi Quan had taken out yesterday.
"Little San, you actually recognize Immortal Herbs."
"Father, you've seen Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone."
"Yes, what Shi Quan gave Zhu Zhuqing last night was that Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone."
"Really?" Tang San's eyes lit up. "If it really is Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, Zhuqing's strength will advance by leaps and bounds after absorbing her spirit ring."
"Yes, this morning, Shi Quan also told Zhu Zhuqing the same thing." Tang Hao nodded, "Since you recognize Immortal Herbs, then it will be much simpler. I'll go have a good talk with that old poisoner Dugu Bo and see if I can get some Immortal Herbs from him."
"Wait, Father." Tang San suddenly spoke, "Immortal Herbs are precious. If you demand them rashly, Dugu Bo definitely won't give them."
"From the current situation, all the Immortal Herbs come from Dugu Bo. Immortal Herbs are precious, and logically, they wouldn't be given away casually."
"If we investigate what Zhuang Zhou did and what secret he hides that allowed Shi Quan to give this Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone to Zhu Zhuqing, we might be able to obtain Immortal Herbs from Dugu Bo."
"Father, can you tell me in detail about the situation last night?"
Tang Hao nodded, then recounted everything that happened yesterday.
"Knowledge?" Tang San murmured softly, "Could it be?"
"Father, I suspect Dugu Bo and Shi Quan both don't recognize Immortal Herbs!" Tang San's voice contained uncontrollable excitement.
"You mean Zhuang Zhou recognizes Immortal Herbs, and he used information about Immortal Herbs to exchange for this Immortal Herb for Zhu Zhuqing?"
"That's right! And Dugu Bo very likely possesses a special treasure land."
"Why do you say that?"
"Immortal Herbs have extremely strict environmental requirements. If it were just one Immortal Herb, it might just be a coincidence. But now, Dugu Bo first gave Shi Quan Black Jade Divine Bamboo, and then exchanged Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone for knowledge of Immortal Herbs, which indicates that Dugu Bo possesses at least two or more Immortal Herbs."
"If so many Immortal Herbs come from one person, it proves that Dugu Bo must have discovered an extremely special treasure land. Only a treasure land can nurture multiple special Immortal Herbs, and from the current situation, the Immortal Herbs nurtured by this treasure land are definitely not few, otherwise Dugu Bo wouldn't be so generous as to exchange Immortal Herbs."
"If that's really the case, then doesn't that mean as long as we find Dugu Bo's treasure land, we can find Immortal Herbs?"
"That's right!" Tang San nodded excitedly, "But the current problem is, how much about Immortal Herbs did Zhuang Zhou tell Dugu Bo? I'm worried that after Dugu Bo understands the value of Immortal Herbs, he'll directly transfer all of them."
"That's not a problem either. As long as you, Father, can find the treasure land where Dugu Bo discovered the Immortal Herbs, all problems will be solved. If Dugu Bo hasn't taken the Immortal Herbs away, then we can just take them ourselves. If Dugu Bo has taken the Immortal Herbs away, then we'll just have to go find Dugu Bo."
"Little San, your meaning is to first investigate Dugu Bo, search for the treasure land, and not tear off the pretense with Dugu Bo unless absolutely necessary?" Tang Hao's eyes lit up. Even he, unless absolutely necessary, was unwilling to antagonize a Titled Douluo, especially since his internal injuries had not yet recovered.
Tang San raised his head and said confidently, "That's right. Immortal Herbs are precious. Dugu Bo already knows their general effects. To directly obtain Immortal Herbs from him would likely require a significant price. If we can directly find the Immortal Herb treasure land and take them ourselves, why should we beg him?"
"Good, we'll follow your plan. First, call your teacher in. He should also know a lot about Dugu Bo. We can ask him first, and then I'll conduct a detailed investigation. I believe it won't be long before we have some investigative results…"Chapter 137 Partiality towards Shrek
Meanwhile, inside the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Sword Douluo opened his mouth and bit down on a crossbow bolt flying from behind Ning Rongrong, then got a mouthful of venom squirted out by the pressure of the arrowhead.
After that, Ning Rongrong, amidst Ning Fengzhi's stern shout, knelt down with tears streaming down her face and admitted her mistake.
Just like in the original work, Sword Douluo, a dignified Titled Douluo, due to carelessness, although not injured, was poisoned by the venom inside the arrowhead.
"Rongrong, don't cry." Sword Douluo forced out the poison and quickly hugged Ning Rongrong to comfort her.
After coaxing her, he looked up at Ning Fengzhi, "Sect Master, if possible, we must try every means to bring the young man who made these Hidden Weapons into our Sect."
Ning Fengzhi nodded very seriously, his gaze turning to Ning Rongrong, and he said softly, "Rongrong, are the people who made these Hidden Weapons from Shrek Academy?"
"Yes, his name is Tang San, and he is a member of the Academy's Team." Ning Rongrong nodded.
Ning Fengzhi and the two others exchanged glances, their eyes all flickering.
"Rongrong, for now, don't tell anyone in the Sect about today's matter. Tomorrow, I will go with you to meet this Tang San." Ning Fengzhi said, "First, come inside. Tell Dad how you've been doing at the Academy these days. Also, mention a bit about this student Tang San, so Dad can be prepared when he goes tomorrow."
"Okay." Ning Rongrong nodded and was led by the hand by Sword Douluo into the house.
Sitting on the sofa, Ning Rongrong began to recount her experiences at the Academy during this period, including the match against the Royal Fight Battle Team in the Great Spirit Arena, and afterwards, Yu Xiaogang revealing information about Shi Quan, which caused Ning Fengzhi and the two others to frown.
Shi Quan's identity was special, and the news about Black Jade Divine Bamboo could be said to be top secret, known only to a very few people. Yu Tianheng actually spread it out like this. Was he really not afraid of offending Dugu Bo?
Or was he relying on being Dugu Bo's granddaughter's boyfriend to be so reckless? And this Yu Xiaogang, as an uncle, actually tried to extract information from his nephew and then spread it. This action was even more improper.
Especially after hearing about the various events in the Spirit Arena, Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but shake his head slightly. The purpose of Spirit battles was to improve combat ability. This Tang San, because Xiao Wu was injured, actually used Hidden Weapons, a Sharp Weapon, in the Spirit Arena.
Ning Fengzhi quickly composed himself and asked, "Rongrong, you've been at Shrek for so long, you must be very familiar with your teammates. I wonder, what is your evaluation of this student named Tang San?"
He was somewhat worried that Ning Rongrong, who had finally been set straight by Shi Quan, might have been led astray again after going to Shrek.
"He's usually fine, but on certain matters, he's exceptionally stubborn and impulsive, especially in relationships; he's the kind of madman who doesn't consider the consequences." Ning Rongrong thought for a moment and replied, "Especially when fighting the Royal Fight Battle Team, before the battle, I told him that at least one Titled Douluo stood behind Shi Quan, but he still harbored killing intent towards Shi Quan. Injuries in Spirit battles are inevitable, and he should have been very clear about that, but as soon as Xiao Wu got injured, he was like a mad dog, wanting to bite anyone he saw."
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi's lips immediately curved into a smile, and he nodded in satisfaction, saying, "Our Rongrong has grown up."
Ning Rongrong immediately felt a bit embarrassed and subconsciously lowered her head slightly.
In fact, most of these thoughts were due to Shi Quan's influence, and after Shi Quan's crushing victory over Tang San, she only then thought of these things.
"These Hidden Weapons of Rongrong are special and of great use to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. As for other matters, we'll discuss them after we meet Tang San tomorrow. You go back and rest first. Dad still has some things to handle. I'll come find you after I'm done, and then we'll call your brothers and have a good gathering."
"Okay, but Dad, Tang San and the others probably won't be at the Academy tomorrow. Zhuqing broke through to Rank 30 today, so they should be going to acquire a spirit ring tomorrow. If you want to see him, you might have to wait until they return."
"Okay, then we'll talk about it after they return."
Ning Rongrong nodded, stood up to greet Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, and then happily skipped out.
Watching Ning Rongrong walk away, Ning Fengzhi's expression finally settled, becoming calm.
"Fengzhi, I feel that this Tang San is a bit unreliable and not worth investing in." Bone Douluo said, frowning.
With his impulsive, easily angered, and reckless personality and behavior, he felt that this person was very unreliable.
Ning Fengzhi nodded slightly, "Uncle Gu, you're right, but the Hidden Weapons Tang San made are of extraordinary significance to the Sect. These Hidden Weapons must be in our hands."
"That Grandmaster is also just a name. It's fine that his strength isn't great, but the disciple he taught is still like this. If it weren't for his stronger Innate talent, he wouldn't be able to compare with Shi Quan at all." Sword Douluo said with a look of disdain.
Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but smile, "Uncle Jian, are you thinking of taking on a disciple again?"
Sword Douluo said, "Didn't Rongrong say that Shi Quan defeated opponents of the same Rank with just his swordsmanship? If such swordsmanship talent were..."
"Sigh..." Sword Douluo finally let out a long, helpless sigh.
Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo naturally understood why Sword Douluo sighed. Because Shi Quan's Spirit was just Blue Silver Grass. If it were a sword-type Spirit, even if his Innate talent wasn't good, with such Dao of the Sword talent, Sword Douluo would certainly recruit Shi Quan as a disciple.
"Shi Quan is backed by the Imperial Family and Dugu Bo. As for Tang San, he's only backed by a good-for-nothing expelled by the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. Moreover, Rongrong is more fond of Shi Quan. There's no need to consider how to choose. As for Tang San, we'll first use Hidden Weapons to test him. If he cooperates, it's fine. If he doesn't..." Ning Fengzhi's lips curled into a cold smile.
...
Early the next morning, Ning Rongrong returned to Tian Dou Royal Academy, and the group led by Flender set off for Sunset Forest.
Another day passed, and Shi Quan, Dugu Yan, and Ye Lingling returned to the Academy.
Seeing that only Yu Feng and the Shi Family Brothers were in the dormitory, Shi Quan and the others realized that Yu Tianheng had gone out to train with the Shrek group. The so-called training was naturally to help Zhuqing hunt Spirit Beasts.
Dugu Yan was immediately furious upon hearing this.
Yu Feng and the two brothers were also a bit helpless. Yu Tianheng not only wanted to go himself, but also wanted to drag them along to cooperate with Yu Xiaogang's training, but the three of them politely declined.
The most important thing was that Teacher Qin, as the team leader, actually agreed and approved Yu Tianheng's idea.
"Teacher Qin's heart has clearly leaned towards Shrek." Ye Lingling said, frowning.
Dugu Yan said coldly, "I think in Teacher Qin's heart, our Royal Fight Battle Team is not as important as that Shrek Team at all."
"And Tianheng, as the captain of the Royal Fight Battle Team, actually took the lead in cooperating with the Shrek Team's training. In his heart, is Shi Quan still his teammate?"
Speaking of Yu Tianheng, Dugu Yan was even more exasperated. Yu Tianheng's actions on this trip disappointed her too much.
"Dugu Yan, in Royal Fight, I will only stand behind Shi Quan." Ye Lingling's words were very clear. Between Yu Tianheng and Shi Quan, she would only firmly stand behind Shi Quan.
Yu Feng and the Shi Family Brothers also had somewhat complex expressions.
The usually taciturn Shi Mo and Shi Quan exchanged glances and spoke first, "Our two brothers naturally trust our own brother more."
The 'own brother' they referred to was naturally Shi Quan, who also had the surname Shi.
"Alright, alright." Shi Quan quickly waved his hand, "Let's talk about it when the captain comes back. This is getting..."
Yu Feng came to Shi Quan's side, patted Shi Quan's shoulder, looked at Dugu Yan, and whispered, "Shi Quan, I'll definitely stand with you too. The boss was indeed a bit out of line this time, but Dugu Yan, she..."
Shi Quan immediately changed the subject, "Sister Yanzi, Lingling, let's not talk about these small matters. Quickly tell Yu Feng and Shi Mo about your improvements during this period."
Ye Lingling looked at Dugu Yan and said softly, "Both Dugu Yan and I have broken through to Rank 40."
"What?!" Yu Feng and the Shi Family Brothers immediately widened their eyes and looked at Ye Lingling. Dugu Yan was fine, after all, she was already Rank 39 before, but Ye Lingling was only Rank 36 before. Now you tell them she has broken through to Rank 40, how could they not be surprised?
"Dugu Yan is understandable, but what's going on with you, Lingling?" Yu Feng swallowed, looking at Ye Lingling and then at Shi Quan.
"Don't tell me... don't tell me... you're like Shi Quan?" Yu Feng said enviously.
Shi Quan smiled without speaking, only saying, "Sister Yanzi and Lingling's Breakthrough is currently only known to Grandpa Dugu and you all. You all must keep this matter a secret for now and not spread it."
Shi Quan looked at the dispirited Dugu Yan: "Sister Yanzi, shall we talk alone?"
"Okay." Dugu Yan nodded gently.
The two came to a private meeting room.
"Sister Yanzi, regarding the captain's matter, I know it's not easy for you to be caught in the middle. I have an idea you can try, which might help you make a decision."
"What idea?" Dugu Yan looked up at Shi Quan.
"After the captain returns, you can normally tell him about your and Lingling's Breakthrough and tell him not to tell anyone else. If he can keep the secret, everything will naturally be fine, and you can train as usual. But if the captain tells Yu Xiaogang your secret of Breakthrough, then you should seriously consider your relationship with the captain."
"Once the secret of the Immortal Herb is exposed, it will also have a significant impact on Grandpa Dugu."
"But what if he really leaks it?" Dugu Yan asked subconsciously.
Dugu Yan didn't notice that when she asked this question, she already had some doubts about Yu Tianheng in her heart, and her past trust had quietly collapsed at some point.
"Don't worry, Sister Yanzi, your and Lingling's changes will be discovered sooner or later. Grandpa Dugu and I have already discussed a way to handle the matter of the Immortal Herb, so you don't need to worry."
"Okay." Dugu Yan nodded, looked at Shi Quan, and said, "Shi Quan, don't worry, I will handle this matter. If Tianheng can keep this secret, I hope Shi Quan, you will be more understanding towards Tianheng."
"It's fine. You know, I'm a very laid-back person. As long as they don't provoke me, I'm too lazy to bother..."Chapter 138 Breakup
In the following days, they Cultivated when they should, and trained when they should.
It was just that from the previous seven people, it had now become six.
Shi Quan first began teaching Ye Lingling martial arts.
After some selection, Shi Quan decided to teach Ye Lingling the Lingbo Micro Step, a movement technique.
The Lingbo Micro Step is exceptionally subtle; not only can it be used for travel, but it can also effectively avoid risks in combat. Furthermore, the greatest benefit of this martial art is that it Cultivates Internal Skill through active movement. As one's steps trace the sixty-four hexagrams in a full cycle, their internal Qi naturally completes a cycle as well. This means that Cultivating the Lingbo Micro Step also comes with the added effect of Cultivating.
In his plan, besides Ye Lingling, he intended to gradually teach Dugu Yan, Yu Feng, and the Shi Family Brothers martial arts suitable for them, under the guise of research. For the past two years of Cultivation, he had been helping everyone solidify their foundations.
While they couldn't learn Internal Skill, they could learn boxing, palm techniques, footwork, and strength.
With two years of solid foundation, as long as Shi Quan was willing to teach them, they would quickly get started.
As for Yu Tianheng, Shi Quan had lost trust in him. Didn't he want to Cultivate with Grandmaster Xiaogang? Then Shi Quan would go with the flow; it would be a perfect opportunity to transfer Zhu Zhuqing to the Tiandou Battle Team.
Two days later.
The Shrek group finally returned to Tian Dou Royal Academy. Perhaps hearing the news of Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling's return to the academy, Yu Tianheng did not stay long with Shrek and quickly returned to his dormitory, excitedly seeking out Dugu Yan.
He began to boast about what he had seen and heard on his trip to Sunset Forest, as well as Grandmaster's powerful Spirit Beast knowledge.
Shi Quan also learned from Yu Tianheng that Zhu Zhuqing's Third spirit ring came from a two-thousand-five-hundred-year-old Swift Mantis.
As for Zhu Zhuqing's Third Soul Skill, it was still named Hell Decapitation, just like in the original work. Her claws would fuse together like sharp blades to unleash a strike that was not only fast but also incredibly destructive.
Dugu Yan was already a bit annoyed, and hearing Yu Tianheng constantly mention Grandmaster Xiaogang only made her more irritable.
Shi Quan opportunely interrupted, having Dugu Yan tell Yu Tianheng about the changes in her and Ye Lingling's strength.
Yu Tianheng was both surprised and delighted, and also a little envious.
Then, Dugu Yan told Yu Tianheng in front of everyone that the matter of her and Ye Lingling's strength increase must be kept secret. Even Qin Ming did not yet know about their Breakthrough in strength.
Yu Tianheng nodded and agreed.
On the other side, in the courtyard where the Shrek group resided.
Inside Grandmaster Xiaogang's room.
Tang San's voice rang out in the room, "Teacher, Tianheng said earlier that after Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling returned, they were taken away from the academy by Dugu Bo. I suspect Dugu Bo might have taken them to consume an Immortal Herb. If they consumed an Immortal Herb, then their strength will definitely increase. Can you help me ask Tianheng to confirm? If they really did consume an Immortal Herb, then my deduction can almost be confirmed."
Grandmaster Xiaogang nodded, "No problem, I'll go find Tianheng a bit later to ask for the specific situation."
That night.
Grandmaster Xiaogang's figure appeared outside the Tiandou Battle Team dormitory, "Tianheng, are you there?"
"Yes, Uncle," Yu Tianheng's voice came from inside the dormitory.
Upon hearing this voice, Dugu Yan's expression changed, and with a look of disgust in her eyes, she glanced towards the door, watching with a grim expression as Yu Tianheng happily got up and walked out of the room.
"What is it, Uncle?"
Grandmaster Xiaogang said calmly, "I have something I want to confirm with you. Come out with me."
"Okay." Yu Tianheng quickly followed Grandmaster Xiaogang's departing figure.
Dugu Yan watched Yu Tianheng's figure, her expression shifting. She always felt that Grandmaster Xiaogang's arrival was too coincidental. They had been out for so many days; why didn't he say anything before, and only waited until they returned to speak?
"It's alright, Sister Yanzi." Shi Quan gently patted Dugu Yan's shoulder, a faint smile appearing in his eyes as he watched the two leave.
It seemed Tang San was following his plan step by step.
If Yu Tianheng directly exposed them, it would be fine, as it would allow Dugu Yan to completely give up hope. Even if Yu Tianheng didn't expose the secret of Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling's strength increase, with Yu Tianheng's current trust in Grandmaster Xiaogang, he would fall out with him sooner or later.
"Tianheng, after Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling returned, did their strength increase a lot?"
Seeing no one around, Grandmaster Xiaogang directly raised his question.
Yu Tianheng was stunned for a moment, then immediately said, "Uncle, how did you know?"
"Indeed!" Grandmaster Xiaogang said with an expression of understanding, "It's pretty much as I deduced. If I'm not mistaken, they both should have consumed an Immortal Herb."
"Immortal Herb?" Yu Tianheng looked at Grandmaster Xiaogang in surprise, "Uncle, why do you say that?"
"You don't need to know the specific reasons," Grandmaster Xiaogang nodded with satisfaction and looked at Yu Tianheng, saying, "Regarding your joining the Shrek Team, I will have Qin Ming apply for it. This is your subjective desire, so there shouldn't be much of a problem."
"As for the others in the Tiandou Battle Team, you should do some ideological work with them. If the two teams integrate, then in this All-Continent Advanced Spirit Master Elite Tournament, Tian Dou Royal Academy will definitely make a name for itself. This is not only their glory, but also the glory of the entire academy and the entire Empire."
"Don't worry, Uncle." Yu Tianheng nodded.
"Then you should go back now."
Their conversation was not long, lasting less than a quarter of an hour back and forth, before Yu Tianheng returned to the dormitory.
Seeing Yu Tianheng return, Dugu Yan immediately asked in front of everyone, "Tianheng, what did your uncle want?"
"Nothing, just some minor matters?"
Dugu Yan said faintly, "Is that so? It's not like he came to inquire about information again, is it?"
"Du Gu Yan, what are you saying?" Yu Tianheng's expression was a bit awkward as he looked at everyone and said, "I told you it was a misunderstanding last time."
Dugu Yan stood up and looked directly at Yu Tianheng, saying, "Then if it's a small matter, what's so hard to say?"
"This…" A hint of panic appeared in Yu Tianheng's eyes.
And this hint of panic was clearly caught by Dugu Yan.
Disappointment immediately filled Dugu Yan's eyes, "You told Grandmaster Xiaogang about me and Lingling's matter?"
Yu Tianheng also noticed the disappointment in Dugu Yan's eyes. In his panic, he quickly explained, "I didn't tell Uncle, Uncle guessed it himself!"
"Guessed it?" Dugu Yan's face immediately turned very ugly, "So as soon as he guessed, you told him?"
Yu Tianheng had a helpless and innocent look, "He's my uncle, I can't lie to him, can I?"
"Tianheng, you've disappointed me too much." Dugu Yan shook her head and turned to leave directly.
The members of the Tiandou Battle Team watched this scene, and their expressions towards Yu Tianheng were also somewhat complex. One must know that during the day, Dugu Yan had asked him to keep it secret in front of everyone, but then he turned around and sold her out that night?
One must know… Dugu Yan was still Yu Tianheng's girlfriend.
"Cough cough, I'm going to rest first." Yu Feng was the first to flee, turning and running towards his room.
The others present also left one by one.
Yu Tianheng quickly chased after Dugu Yan.
Knock knock knock.
"Du Gu Yan, listen to my explanation." Yu Tianheng said, knocking on the locked door.
"No need to explain, Tianheng, let's break up." Dugu Yan's voice came from inside the room.
Hearing this, Yu Tianheng's body stiffened, his face growing even more panicked, and he subconsciously asked towards the room, "Why?"
"Last time I already told you about your uncle's problem. The first time, I could forgive you, but now it's the second time. I told you that the matter of me and Lingling's strength increase is a secret and cannot be revealed. This matter not only involves me and Lingling, but also my grandfather."
"But what did you do? You just agreed during the day, and then you revealed it to your uncle at night. Your action is a betrayal to me. You not only betrayed me, but you might also harm my grandfather. Although I, Dugu Yan, cannot be called a good person, I would never betray my teammates or my lover."
"Similarly, I don't want my partner to be such a person."
"I…" Yu Tianheng's face flushed red, wanting to retort, but he didn't know what to say at all.
"Captain, I'm tired, let's just leave it at that." Dugu Yan's voice disappeared.
Only Yu Tianheng was left standing outside the door, lost in thought.
Inside Grandmaster Xiaogang's room.
"Teacher, how was it?" Tang San excitedly watched Grandmaster Xiaogang's returning figure.
Grandmaster Xiaogang nodded and said, "Little San, your deduction was correct."
Tang San said excitedly, "Haha, good. Then it should be stable. As soon as Dad returns tonight, we can start on the Immortal Herb matter."
In the dead of night, Tang Hao returned with the information he had recently investigated.
Tang San also told Tang Hao about his discovery.
Tang Hao's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and he summarized the information he had gathered. Based on Tang San's analysis, they quickly pinpointed their target in Sunset Forest.
The direction was set, but because Ning Rongrong had said during the day that her father would come to see him the next day, after some discussion, they decided to conduct further investigation after meeting Ning Rongrong's father tomorrow.
Tang Hao also nodded in agreement. He knew that no matter where Ning Fengzhi went, either Sword Douluo or Bone Douluo would follow. Now that Xiao Wu hadn't found an Immortal Herb that could conceal her aura, he also had to be there to prevent them from discovering Xiao Wu's existence.
The next morning.
Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo arrived outside the courtyard where the Shrek group resided, led by Ning Rongrong.
However, as soon as the two reached the courtyard gate, Bone Douluo's expression suddenly changed. With a flicker of dark light around him, his figure took a single stride and appeared in front of Ning Fengzhi.
"What's wrong, Uncle Bone?" Ning Fengzhi's expression tightened as he looked around seriously.
Bone Douluo's lips parted slightly, and an imperceptible sound entered Ning Fengzhi's ears.
"Tang Hao?!" Ning Fengzhi's expression kept changing as he asked in a low voice, "How could he appear here?"
"Because… Little San!"Chapter 139 Breakup
The door opened.
Ning Fengzhi and Ning Rongrong entered.
"School Master Ning, how do you do?"
Bone Douluo's figure had already vanished. Tang San stood at the doorway, smiling as he bowed to Ning Fengzhi. Flender, Yu Xiaogang, and others stood beside Tang San.
Ning Fengzhi's gaze towards Tang San shifted repeatedly, but he quickly recovered, maintaining a gentle smile and kindly saying, "Little San, may I call you that?"
"You are Rongrong's father, of course you may." Tang San nodded.
The reason for Ning Fengzhi's change was none other than the recent revelation that Tang San's father was Clear Sky Douluo Tang Hao.
This immediately disrupted his original plan. Taking action was out of the question; it seemed cooperation was the only way.
The final outcome was almost identical to the original, except for the price, which was much lower than in the original due to the absence of 'Qiluo Tulip'. Other than that, nothing changed.
The reason Ning Fengzhi agreed to this cooperation was not for Tang San's sake, but entirely because of Tang Hao's appearance.
Otherwise, Ning Fengzhi would never have agreed to such cooperation.
Looking at the blueprint for the Hidden Weapons parts in his hand, Ning Fengzhi nodded in approval. He didn't linger long, simply exchanged a few words, gave Ning Rongrong some instructions, and then rose to leave the courtyard.
Originally, he had wanted to go see Shi Quan, but Tang Hao's sudden appearance made him lose interest.
As soon as Ning Fengzhi walked out of the Academy, Bone Douluo's figure reappeared beside him.
"How was it, Bone Uncle?"
Bone Douluo replied solemnly, "It is indeed Tang Hao, and judging from Tang Hao's spirit power fluctuations, his strength is at least at level ninety-three or above."
"Fengzhi, what do we do now? I didn't expect that a Clear Sky Sect stood behind Tang San."
Ning Fengzhi's brows were tightly furrowed. "Rongrong is currently Tang San's classmate and teammate. With this relationship as a foundation, there's no need to worry for now. Moreover, I've reached an agreement with Tang San for cooperation, so there are no problems for the time being."
"Then what about Shi Quan and Dugu Bo?"
Ning Fengzhi said indifferently, "That's their conflict. What does it have to do with my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?"
"You mean you won't interfere?"
"Of course I won't interfere. Tang San is a deep-minded and stubborn person; he cannot be trusted too much. Maintaining cooperation is enough. As for Shi Quan, he is extraordinarily intelligent and thorough in his actions. Maintain a relationship with him, and find an opportunity to reveal Tang San's identity to him. This way, he'll remember our kindness. As for how he handles it, that's up to him."
"That's good. This way, we don't offend either side." Bone Douluo nodded.
… …
"Little San, Ning Fengzhi and the others have left. During this time, I will go to Sunset Forest to investigate Dugu Bo's whereabouts. You and Xiao Wu should train well in the Academy and don't run around." Tang Hao's voice echoed in Tang San's ears.
Tang San nodded in agreement.
Morning training concluded.
Not long after lunch, Teacher Qin arrived outside the Shrek Academy's courtyard.
He led the group towards the Tiandou Battle Team's exclusive training ground.
Without comparison, there is naturally no harm. When everyone saw the dazzling array of training equipment on the exclusive training ground, they then realized the disparity.
"Teacher Qin."
By the time Teacher Qin brought the Shrek Academy group, Shi Quan and the others had already begun basic warm-up physical training on the training ground.
Teacher Qin nodded slightly, then proceeded to introduce the Shrek Academy group: "Dean, all of these training equipment are for targeted training. For example, this one is for arm strength, this one for abdominal strength, this one for leg strength…"
Yu Xiaogang heard this and couldn't help but nod in approval. "As expected of the Royal Academy. These training equipment are interconnected and indeed each possess unique merits."
"Then thank you, Grandmaster Yu, for your affirmation of our Shi Quan." Dugu Yan said sarcastically from not far away.
Ning Rongrong couldn't help but stifle a laugh; she was well aware of the origin of these equipment. They were all created by Shi Quan, one after another.
It was precisely because of these equipment that Shi Quan's training and teaching abilities were recognized by the Academy.
Teacher Qin lightly coughed, then explained, "These equipment were all researched and created by Shi Quan."
Upon hearing this, Yu Xiaogang's face immediately turned green then purple. For a moment, he didn't know what to say. He never expected that the equipment before him was actually created by Shi Quan.
There was also a hint of shock in Tang San's eyes. It was important to know that even the training ground in his previous life's Tang Sect, designed and summarized by generations of ancestors specifically for Tang Sect Disciples, was not as exquisite as this one.
Now he was being told that such exquisite training equipment was conceived by Shi Quan alone?
Zhu Zhuqing's eyes also gleamed continuously. No wonder Zhuang Zhou told her to Cultivate with Shi Quan.
Flender saw this and spoke, "Mubai, you go try it."
"No problem." Dai Mubai came to a bench press machine, looked at Teacher Qin, "Senior, how do I use this?"
"You lie down first…" Teacher Qin smiled, directing Dai Mubai to lie down, then instructed Dai Mubai on the movements.
"Shoulders parallel, back and buttocks flat against the bench, hands gripping the barbell firmly…"
The movements were simple. Under Teacher Qin's guidance, Dai Mubai quickly understood the essentials and began to try it.
As soon as he took the barbell off the bench press machine, Dai Mubai immediately felt the heavy weight of the barbell.
Teacher Qin stood beside Dai Mubai and said, "Lift the barbell vertically until both arms are fully extended, hold for one second, then slowly lower it."
After only two or three repetitions, Dai Mubai's face began to turn red.
"Alright, Mubai." With Teacher Qin's help, Dai Mubai placed the barbell back on the bench press machine.
"This barbell is so heavy," Dai Mubai said.
Teacher Qin immediately explained, "This weight is the training weight for Tianheng. Generally speaking, the training with these equipment is based on difficulty, with a certain number of repetitions per set, multiple sets per session, and short breaks between sets. This maximizes the training effect."
Yu Xiaogang asked indifferently, "Did you customize this training plan?"
Teacher Qin shook his head and said, "No, it was formulated by Shi Quan."
Yu Xiaogang once again puffed out his chest and began to speak, "This kind of group training is not only slow in efficiency, but also not obvious in improving the body. It's better to do extreme training, high-intensity training all at once. This can not only maximize the potential of the body, but also shorten the training time. As for the body's wear and tear, it can be completely supplemented with medicinal baths and medicinal meals."
"You talk big, but you don't have the guts to not use Shi Quan's equipment." Dugu Yan's voice came again.
Teacher Qin immediately scolded, "Dugu Yan, although these equipment were created by Shi Quan, they belong to the Academy."
"Teacher Qin, do you think my training method has a problem?" Shi Quan didn't even bother to look at Yu Xiaogang and instead looked at Teacher Qin.
Teacher Qin thought for a moment and said, "Grandmaster Yu's method also has some merit and is not without its advantages."
"I understand." Shi Quan's expression showed no surprise; he closed his eyes and continued his warm-up training.
Teacher Qin frowned, looked at Shi Quan, and then continued to meticulously explain the usage of each piece of equipment to the Shrek Academy group. A quarter of an hour later, Teacher Qin finished his explanation. Shi Quan and the others had already finished warming up and left the training ground to begin their individual training.
Seeing that only his own people were left, Yu Xiaogang asked without reservation, "Teacher Qin, please provide me with a statistical report of the Tiandou Battle Team's Cultivation plan. This way, I can not only arrange a Cultivation plan more quickly but also help you optimize your Cultivation plan."
"No problem." Teacher Qin nodded in agreement.
"Little San, you all go try out the various equipment and get used to them first."
"No problem…"
On the other side.
"Shi Quan, you just let that Trash talk about you like that?" Dugu Yan said without any reservation in front of Yu Tianheng.
Hearing Dugu Yan speak of Yu Xiaogang in such a way, Yu Tianheng's fists couldn't help but clench slightly. "Du Gu Yan, he is my uncle. Please be more respectful."
Dugu Yan's temper was never good. Once the boyfriend filter dissipated, due to Yu Xiaogang, Dugu Yan directly found Yu Tianheng a bit irritating and retorted, "A level twenty-nine self-righteous Trash, am I wrong?"
Yu Tianheng growled, "Uncle's Spirit suffered a malignant mutation! It's not what he wanted."
"Tch." Dugu Yan spat disdainfully, "Does that change the fact that he's a Trash? Shi Quan has a good temper and can't be bothered with him. Sorry, my temper isn't good, and I'll say what I want to say. What about it?"
"A Trash, not even worthy of carrying Shi Quan's shoes, yet he acts superior in front of us? Acting like a human, but barking like a dog in front of Shi Quan?"
"Shut up!" Yu Tianheng roared in uncontrollable rage, lightning flashing in his eyes.
"Captain…" Yu Feng quickly spoke.
Yu Tianheng coldly glanced at Yu Feng, then realized that everyone else, except him, seemed to be on Shi Quan's side. He seemed to have become the target of all criticism, and the coldness in his eyes intensified. "So you all stand with Shi Quan? You think he's right?"
"Did Sister Yanzi say anything wrong?" Shi Quan asked indifferently.
"Good, good, good!"
Yu Tianheng's chest heaved rapidly, an inexpressible anger gathering in his chest.
Roar!
An angry Dragon roar sounded. Yu Tianheng coldly swept his gaze around the group. "I won't stay in this Tiandou Battle Team any longer."
With that, Yu Tianheng immediately turned and left, walking towards the training ground.
"Captain…" Yu Feng quickly called out.
Unfortunately, Yu Tianheng's figure did not pause in the slightest.
"Shi Quan, if the captain leaves, what will happen to the Tiandou Battle Team?" Yu Feng looked at Shi Quan and asked.
"It's fine. If he leaves, someone else will naturally join." Shi Quan's expression remained unchanged; he had long anticipated this. In the original work, Yu Tianheng had expressed his desire to Cultivate with Yu Xiaogang.
This was also one of Shi Quan's reasons for intentionally keeping Shrek Academy at Tian Dou Royal Academy.
Even if he didn't intervene, in the original work, Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan ultimately didn't end up together. Rather than letting Sister Yanzi be sad later because of other things, it was better for him to help them break up cleanly.Chapter 140 Zhu Zhuqing Enters Tiandou
After appeasing Yu Feng and the others, everything remained as usual; they went about their business.
An enraged Yu Tianheng arrived at the training ground and, in front of Teacher Qin, immediately proposed joining the Shrek Team.
Upon hearing this, Teacher Qin did not agree immediately but instead inquired about the reason.
Yu Tianheng's answer was simple; he merely said there was internal discord within his team, and he felt he was more suited for Shrek.
Seeing Yu Tianheng's determined expression, coupled with Xiaogang's agreement from the side, Teacher Qin could only temporarily assent. For the specific result, he still needed to take Yu Tianheng to report and inquire with the Three Great Education Committee.
Tian Dou Royal Academy Education Committee Office.
"Yu Tianheng wants to transfer teams?" Dream Machine frowned, "Why?"
Yu Tianheng cupped his hands slightly and said, "Due to some personal reasons, I feel that the Shrek Team's training methods are more suitable for me."
"Training methods?" Dream Machine's expression was somewhat complex. He looked at Teacher Qin and asked, "Where is Shi Quan?"
Teacher Qin said, "I've already sent someone to call him; he should be here soon."
Before long, Shi Quan appeared outside the office. "Shi Quan greets the three Education Committee members."
"Shi Quan, are you aware of Yu Tianheng's application to transfer teams?"
"I am aware." Shi Quan nodded in response.
Dream Machine looked at Shi Quan and asked, "What are your thoughts on this matter?"
"Those whose Dao differs cannot work together."
Dream Machine scrutinized Shi Quan and Yu Tianheng, then seemed to recall something and asked, "Yu Tianheng, you and Dugu Yan..."
Yu Tianheng's expression shifted slightly, his fists clenching and unclenching. "Dugu Yan and I no longer have any relationship."
Upon hearing this, a hint of helplessness appeared in Dream Machine's eyes. "Yu Tianheng can transfer teams, but the Tiandou Battle Team cannot be short of members."
Shi Quan immediately spoke, "Education Committee, please rest assured. I have already discussed with Zhu Zhuqing of the Shrek Team about having her transfer to the Tiandou Battle Team. Isn't this just perfect?"
Dream Machine heard this and looked at Shi Quan with a hint of scrutiny. After a moment of silence, he said, "You may decide this matter yourselves, but it must not affect the upcoming competition, understand?"
"Understood."
Everyone originally thought the matter had concluded, but Shi Quan spoke again at this moment, "Education Committee, I wish to apply to manage the Tiandou Battle Team independently."
"Shi Quan, what do you mean?" Teacher Qin's sharp gaze locked onto Shi Quan.
Dream Machine and the other two Education Committee members also awaited Shi Quan's explanation.
"Because Teacher Qin, your heart is not with the Tiandou Battle Team, but with Shrek. Moreover, Teacher Qin, you no longer approve of my educational philosophy and methods, so disputes are inevitable later on. This will be detrimental to the Tiandou Battle Team's future training. If Teacher Qin were to choose, he would likely choose the Shrek Team, wouldn't he? Therefore, I wish to apply to manage the Tiandou Battle Team independently."
Teacher Qin's expression was hesitant. In his opinion, his current achievements were all due to the cultivation he received at Shrek Academy, so his past training methods bore some resemblance to Shrek's. Just as Shi Quan said, if Shrek were truly to suffer grievances at the academy, he would certainly help Shrek.
"Grandpa Dugu has also agreed to temporarily serve as our leader at Tian Dou Royal Academy." Shi Quan then dropped another bombshell.
"Shi Quan, is what you're saying true? Will Titled Douluo Bi Lin personally lead you?" Dream Machine and the other two Education Committee members suddenly stood up, their eyes filled with shock.
"Yes." Shi Quan nodded in response.
"Good." Dream Machine immediately agreed, "Teacher Qin, then you can go to the Shrek Team. They are not very familiar with the academy, and with your addition, they will be able to adapt quickly."
"Okay." Teacher Qin responded, thus being removed from the Tiandou Battle Team. He felt somewhat displeased, but he could only reluctantly cooperate.
In the original work, he voluntarily left the Tiandou Battle Team; one was active, the other passive, so a disparity was naturally unavoidable.
Dugu Bo coming to the academy was, of course, something Shi Quan and Dugu Bo had discussed in advance. After all, if he didn't proactively reveal his whereabouts, how could he give others the opportunity to steal Immortal Herbs?
Heaven Dou Dormitory.
As soon as Teacher Qin and Yu Tianheng returned to the dormitory, they began packing.
"Shi Quan, are Teacher Qin and the others here?" Yu Feng asked softly upon seeing the situation.
Because Shi Quan was suddenly called to the Education Committee, everyone returned to the dormitory early that afternoon.
Shi Quan then informed everyone about the two of them transferring teams.
"Then our Tiandou Battle Team won't disband, will it?" Yu Feng's expression showed some worry.
"Don't worry." Shi Quan smiled reassuringly, "Grandpa Dugu will temporarily serve as the leader of the Tiandou Battle Team."
"Shi Quan, are you talking about Dugu Yan's grandfather?" Yu Feng exclaimed, and the Shi Family Brothers also looked at Shi Quan in unison.
"Mm."
"A Titled Douluo as our leader?"
The previously somewhat disheartened group immediately became excited, as if they had been injected with a stimulant.
Teacher Qin and Yu Tianheng didn't have many belongings, and they quickly packed them. Seeing the excited crowd, the two said nothing and simply turned and left.
"Alright, let's go welcome our new teammate first." Shi Quan waved, motioning for everyone to follow.
"New teammate?" Everyone quickly followed.
"Shi Quan, who is the new teammate? Has the academy already arranged it?" Dugu Yan asked curiously.
Yu Tianheng had just left the team, and now there was a new teammate already? Was this speed a bit too fast?
"It's not arranged by the academy..."
"Then who is it?"
"You'll know when we get there."
Seeing them following Teacher Qin and the others towards the courtyard where Shrek rested, Dugu Yan couldn't help but ask, "Shi Quan, the new teammate isn't Ning Rongrong, is it?"
"No, you'll know when we get there." Shi Quan smiled mysteriously.
Everyone walked into Shrek's courtyard.
"Tianheng, you're here!"
Yu Xiaogang came to Yu Tianheng's side, took the luggage from his hand, and stood tall with a chest puffed out, as if he had achieved some victory, his gaze towards Shi Quan also containing a hint of mockery.
Shi Quan directly ignored Yu Xiaogang and looked at Zhu Zhuqing in the corner, "Zhuqing, come here."
Upon hearing this, everyone's gaze immediately focused on Zhu Zhuqing. Zhu Zhuqing slowly walked out and approached Shi Quan, "Is it confirmed?"
Shi Quan nodded and said to the people beside him, "Welcome our new teammate, Zhu Zhuqing."
"Welcome, welcome!" Yu Feng immediately cheered.
"What!?" The faces of the Shrek members changed upon hearing this.
Yu Xiaogang's expression also became somewhat stiff.
"Zhu Zhuqing, you're leaving Shrek?" Flender appeared in front of Zhu Zhuqing.
Zhu Zhuqing looked up at Flender and said indifferently, "When Zhuang Zhou left, I should have left with him. It was he who asked me to stay first, which is why I remained."
"Dean, if she wants to go, let her. Does our Shrek lack her?" Dai Mubai's voice, suppressing anger, came through.
Teacher Qin's voice rang out, "Dean, Shi Quan has already reported this matter to the Three Great Education Committee. This matter is to be decided by the team members themselves."
"Do you have anything you need to pack? Ling Ling and Sister Yanzi can help you pack?"
"No need." Zhu Zhuqing gently shook her head and walked past Flender to Shi Quan's side.
"Let's go. We're resting today. Let's properly welcome Zhuqing." Shi Quan led everyone away with a smile.
Only the Shrek members were left, their expressions fluctuating between sunny and gloomy.
"Teacher Qin, do you know what exactly happened?" Yu Xiaogang frowned, looking at Teacher Qin.
Teacher Qin then recounted what happened at the Education Committee.
"You're saying Titled Douluo Bi Lin will personally lead the Tiandou Battle Team?" Yu Xiaogang, who was originally a bit annoyed, immediately brightened up at the news. This was an opportunity for them.
Yu Xiaogang and Tang San exchanged glances, both smiling at each other.
Yu Xiaogang spoke first, "If Zhu Zhuqing left, then she left. Didn't Tianheng join us?"
Tang San echoed, "That's right, Tianheng's strength is much greater than Zhuqing's, and he's a great asset to our Shrek!"
For the two teams, it was like they had exchanged one person.
Ning Rongrong felt a bit uncomfortable seeing this, but after thinking about it, she ultimately said nothing.
Zhu Zhuqing, having just joined the Tiandou Battle Team, was still a bit unaccustomed, but with Shi Quan mediating, Zhu Zhuqing quickly adapted.
The next day at noon.
Dugu Bo appeared outside the Heaven Dou Dormitory. His originally dark green long hair had turned black. After so much time, Dugu Bo's poison had long been resolved. After detoxifying, his strength directly increased to level ninety-two.
Then, upon Shi Quan's recommendation, he consumed a Nine-Grade Dragon Lingzhi. The Dragon Lingzhi not only contained the Bloodline Power of the Dragon Clan but also most of its medicinal properties were for strengthening the foundation and cultivating the original Qi. The hidden ailments in his body, caused by years of poison infiltration, were not only fully recovered under the nourishment of the Nine-Grade Dragon Lingzhi's medicinal power, but his strength also experienced another Breakthrough, reaching level ninety-three.
The continuous Breakthroughs, in addition to the Immortal Herbs, were more due to Dugu Bo's own accumulation over the past decade or so.
Compared to before, Dugu Bo now looked at least ten years younger.
His entire spirit and demeanor had undergone a tremendous change.
Dugu Bo had been in the Sunset Forest during this period and was unaware of the recent academy matters. Upon hearing about Yu Tianheng's series of actions, Dugu Bo immediately became furious, rising to his feet and wanting to severely teach Yu Tianheng a lesson.
Ultimately, under Dugu Yan's persuasion, Dugu Bo did not rush over directly.
Dugu Bo was somewhat speechless upon hearing that Shi Quan had inexplicably arranged a leader position for him, but after listening to Shi Quan's explanation, Dugu Bo finally agreed.
Moreover, Shi Quan said that his position as leader was merely a nominal one; the Tiandou Battle Team's training plan would be set by Shi Quan himself. He only needed to hold this title and would not be responsible for anything else. Since he had nothing to do recently, he would just consider it spending more time with Dugu Yan at the academy.
With Dugu Bo's arrival, Shi Quan's special training officially began. With Dugu Bo guarding them, there was no need to worry about others secretly observing their training, and he could confidently and boldly teach everyone some basic martial arts.
As for those basic training equipment, Shrek could use them if they wanted. At the same time, Shi Quan also had some anticipation, wondering if Yu Xiaogang would truly train according to the method he described...