"You want Clan Leader Yang of the Breaking Clan to help detoxify the poison in you?"
Tang San's words weren't spoken loudly, but to Dugu Bo, they struck like thunder. He was so startled that he instinctively assumed a defensive stance, his Soul Power surging within him, even revealing a hint of killing intent.
After a brief moment of shock, Dugu Bo slowly reined in his Soul Power, his expression grave as he stared at Tang San and asked, "How did you know?"
In truth, Dugu Bo's reaction wasn't unwarranted. His poisoning had always been his greatest secret. If his enemies were to learn that he was poisoned and nearing the end of his life, it could invite fatal consequences, even endangering his family. His earlier hesitation had stemmed from debating whether to reveal this secret to Tang San.
Not even Dugu Yan knew about Dugu Bo's poisoning. Yet now, a thirteen-year-old boy like Tang San had seen through it at a glance—how could he not be shocked and wary?
Tang San had anticipated Dugu Bo's reaction and replied calmly, "Because of your granddaughter, Dugu Yan. The color of both your pupils is abnormal. I've fought her before and recognized it as a mutation caused by poisoning. However, Dugu Yan's cultivation isn't high, and she shows no obvious signs of poisoning, so it's likely hereditary. She didn't just inherit your Jade Phosphor Serpent Martial Soul—she also inherited your poison."
"From this, I deduced that the poison in you must be extremely potent, so deeply ingrained that it has seeped into your Martial Soul, causing the toxin to be passed down. Combined with the fact that you just asked me to introduce you to Clan Leader Yang Wudi, I became certain. After all, the Breaking Clan is most renowned for their expertise in medicine. That must be the only reason you'd seek him out."
Dugu Bo was dumbfounded. "You figured all that out just from these details?"
Tang San smiled faintly. "As the Young Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect, I've studied pharmacology and toxicology under Clan Leader Yang since childhood to guard against poisoning. It's only natural I'd know a thing or two about toxins."
Of course, Tang San didn't mention everything. His ability to discern this wasn't solely due to his early education from the Breaking Clan—he had also gained extensive knowledge about poisons from the Soul Guidance Device of the Tang Sect, which was why he could immediately see through Dugu Bo's condition.
By now, Dugu Bo was completely awed by Tang San. He couldn't help but scrutinize the young man and asked, "Does the Breaking Clan have a cure? No matter the cost, I'll pay any price—spare no expense."
Of course he wouldn't spare any expense—Dugu Bo could already feel his life nearing its end. His very survival was at stake!
However, all he received in response was Tang San shaking his head. Seeing this, Dugu Bo sighed softly. He had searched for years without finding a cure. The Breaking Clan of the Clear Sky Sect had been his last hope.
Yet in the next moment, Tang San's words reignited a glimmer of hope in Dugu Bo.
"Senior Dugu, you've misunderstood. Your poison isn't incurable—it's just that even the cleverest housewife can't cook without rice." Tang San spread his hands.
"What do you mean?"
Tang San explained in detail, "Spiritual medicines capable of detoxifying a Titled Douluo's poison are already extremely rare in this world. Moreover, Senior Dugu Bo, your poison has accumulated over years of cultivation—it could almost be considered a semi-God-level toxin. To neutralize such potent venom within your body, even our Clear Sky Sect lacks medicinal herbs or spiritual plants of that caliber."
Hearing there was still hope, Dugu Bo quickly asked, "What grade of herbs or spiritual plants are needed? I will definitely procure them for you."
Dugu Bo understood some unspoken rules—when seeking an alchemist's help, one had to provide the materials themselves.
After pondering for a moment, Tang San replied, "Immortal Grade herbs. And not just one—several Immortal Grade medicinal plants will be required."
Tang San took out pen and paper and wrote down the names of a few Immortal Grade herbs. Dugu Bo stared at the unfamiliar names in astonishment—he had never heard of them. In truth, even Tang San had never seen these Immortal Grade herbs; he had only read about them in the Tang Sect's records.
After so many years, their names might have changed entirely.
In a sense, these Immortal Grade herbs seemed like they belonged only in the heavens—something one could only dream of finding.
Noticing Dugu Bo's silence, Tang San casually mentioned the Titled Douluo meeting. However, the outcome was obvious—Dugu Bo, currently struggling with his own survival, had no mind to attend any such gathering and outright refused.
After speaking, Tang San cupped his hands in farewell and left. The fact that he had explained so much was already out of respect for the elderly and Dugu Bo's status as a Titled Douluo. Had it been anyone else, Tang San wouldn't have bothered with such elaboration.
Watching Tang San depart, Dugu Bo frowned deeply. He actually knew of a place where the Immortal Grade herbs on that list might be found—but he wasn't sure whether he should take Tang San there.
After all, Tang San wasn't an ordinary person. He was the Young Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect, the sole son of the Clear Sky Douluo. If the Clear Sky Sect decided to seize the herbs by force, Dugu Bo wouldn't be able to stop them.
Naturally, Tang San remained unaware of Dugu Bo's internal deliberations. Having completed his task, he didn't linger and soon returned to Clear Sky Tower.
Meanwhile, Dugu Bo wasn't the only one troubled by poisoning issues—he had completely forgotten that not long ago, he had poisoned Dai Mubai.
At the inn where Shrek Academy was staying, the Shrek group was as frantic as ants on a hot pan. Dai Mubai's face was turning increasingly green, and his breathing grew weaker.
Although Oscar's second spirit was the Detoxifying Little Sausage, capable of neutralizing poison, its effectiveness depended on the poison's level. Even a casually released toxin from a Titled Douluo exceeded what the sausage could counteract.
Just as everyone was at their wits' end, a graceful figure with a mask and long blue hair entered through the main door.
Seeing the newcomer, Xiao Wu hurried forward. "Sister Yin, why did you only return now? I was worried sick!"
Noticing their anxious expressions, Yin Lan asked, "What happened?"
Ning Rongrong replied, "Dai Mubai's been poisoned. Neither Oscar's nor my detoxifying Soul Skills can cure it."
Hearing this, the masked Lan Yin approached Dai Mubai. A strand of Blue Silver Grass flew from her sleeve, coiling around his body.
"This is a Titled Douluo's poison. How did you end up crossing paths with one?" What she really wondered was—how had they survived such an encounter?
Xiao Wu leaned in and whispered, "Sister Yin, do you have a way to cure a Titled Douluo's poison?"
Only Xiao Wu knew that if anyone could neutralize a Titled Douluo's poison, it would be her.
Hearing this, Lan Yin shook her head and transmitted via Soul Power Voice Transmission: "This is a Titled Douluo's poison. Although it's not particularly potent—just a casually administered toxin—it's still beyond what my current Blue Silver Grass clone can cure. Unless we bring Dai Mubai to the Star Dou Great Forest, there's nothing I can do right now."
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