"Excellent! Truly excellent!"
Inside the hotel room, after completing the evolution of his martial souls, Tang Chuan could not hide his satisfaction.
He slowly walked toward the newly evolved Blue Silver Tree of Life, raising his hand to gently stroke the trunk. It shimmered like blue crystal, smooth and radiant, while a dense and pure life aura flowed from within, making one feel as if they were bathed in vitality.
Afterward, he grasped the Destruction Emperor Hammer, swinging it lightly in his hand. The weight, balance, and the terrifying destructive aura it carried made him feel extremely satisfied.
Both the Blue Silver Emperor and the Clear Sky Hammer were already top-tier martial souls, yet after receiving the reward from the Heavenly Canopy, they had evolved once again. Their quality was now comparable to, or even surpassing, legendary existences such as the Six-Winged Angel.
More importantly, Tang Chuan discovered that the Destruction Emperor Hammer had given birth to a talent domain, which he named the Destruction Domain.
At present, one of his martial souls represented life, while the other embodied destruction. With these two opposing yet complementary attributes, inheriting the divine positions of the Goddess of Life and the God of Destruction in the future would undoubtedly become far smoother.
As if that were not enough, Tang Chuan faintly sensed that the Blue Silver Tree of Life and the Destruction Emperor Hammer could even form a Martial Soul Fusion Technique on their own.
Soon after, the golden canopy in the sky once again displayed new lines of text:
[The second phase of the Douluo comparison has ended!]
[Seven days later, the third phase will begin!]
A cold and majestic voice echoed across both worlds, marking the conclusion of this stage.
"It's finally over…"
Tang Chuan let out a quiet breath, his mind already shifting to his next move.
He planned to visit Dugu Bo.
Although the comparison video showed that he had severed ties with Tang Hao, Tang Chuan believed that Dugu Bo would not act rashly. On the contrary, knowing his future potential, the Poison Douluo would be far more inclined to form an alliance.
Moreover, Tang Chuan had already mastered the techniques he obtained previously.
The Azure Wood Longevity Technique had transformed his compressed soul power into a higher-quality true qi, significantly enhancing the activation and strength of his Blue Silver Tree of Life's abilities.
The Mysterious Jade Body granted him immense defensive strength, resistance to ice and fire, and near immunity to poison.
Meanwhile, the Fleeting Shadow Movement Technique provided exceptional speed and agility.
With these abilities combined, even if Dugu Bo harbored malicious intent, Tang Chuan was confident in his ability to retreat safely.
However, deep down, he knew such a situation was unlikely. With the Heavenly Canopy revealing his future as a god, Dugu Bo would almost certainly choose to invest in him rather than oppose him.
Stability was still the priority.
After checking out of the hotel, Tang Chuan followed the directions he had gathered and arrived at the Dugu residence.
Knocking on the door, he waited briefly before a servant opened it.
"I have come to pay my respects to Senior Dugu. Please inform him," Tang Chuan said with a calm smile.
At the same time, he summoned his Blue Silver Tree of Life martial soul, disguising it under the Blue Silver Domain. Four spirit rings—two yellow and two purple—rose around him, quietly radiating pressure.
The servant was visibly startled. Although Tang Chuan appeared to be only a teenager, his cultivation had already reached the level of a Soul Master, clearly marking him as extraordinary.
"Please wait a moment, young master! I will report immediately!"
The servant hurried inside.
Not long after, the sound of footsteps approached.
An elderly man in a long green robe appeared. His figure was tall yet gaunt, with dark green hair and beard, sunken cheeks, and eerie green eyes that gave him a cold and sinister aura.
Beside him stood a tall young girl in a purple dress, her long light-blue hair flowing behind her. Her features were delicate, her eyes bright and clear, and her demeanor carried a natural confidence.
"Who are you, and why have you come to see me?" Dugu Bo asked coldly, his brows slightly furrowed.
However, Dugu Yan's gaze lingered on Tang Chuan. His tall figure, blue-silver hair, fair skin, sharp brows, and striking features made him stand out immediately. A faint glimmer appeared in her eyes as she silently admired him.
"Senior Dugu, could we speak privately inside?" Tang Chuan replied with a polite smile.
Dugu Bo hesitated for a moment before nodding.
"Come with me."
Inside a quiet room, after dismissing the servants and leaving only Dugu Yan present, Dugu Bo finally spoke again.
"Now, what is it you wish to say?"
Tang Chuan stood calmly, then summoned both of his martial souls.
The Blue Silver Tree of Life radiated boundless vitality, while the Destruction Emperor Hammer emanated a terrifying aura of judgment and annihilation.
"Senior Dugu, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Tang Chuan."
"I have come today to make a deal with you."
"You… you are Tang Chuan?!"
Dugu Bo's eyes widened in shock as he abruptly stood up, disbelief written all over his face.
The young man before him was none other than the figure revealed by the Heavenly Canopy, the future God of Life and God of Destruction.
After the initial shock, excitement surged within him.
This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
If he could establish a connection with Tang Chuan now, then once Tang Chuan ascended to godhood, resolving the long-standing poison affliction of the Dugu family would be effortless.
He recalled how the four great clans had risen to prominence by following Tang Chen.
If his Dugu family could secure a bond with Tang Chuan, reaching the level of the top sects would no longer be an impossible dream.
Then, as his thoughts shifted, his gaze subtly moved toward his granddaughter.
A smile immediately spread across his face.
"Hahaha!"
"I never expected that my Dugu family would be honored by Young Master Tang Chuan's visit!"
"This is truly our great fortune!"
Dugu Bo stepped forward enthusiastically, grabbing Tang Chuan's hand, his earlier coldness completely gone.
"Young Master Tang Chuan, just tell me what you need. There's no need to speak of any transaction!"
"I, Dugu Bo, have always admired talented youths. As long as you require my help, I will do everything in my power!"
His voice was filled with sincerity and excitement.
Dugu Yan, standing to the side, was still processing the revelation.
The young man before her was not only the rising star seen in the Heavenly Canopy but also someone destined to stand at the peak of the world.
Up close, she realized that his presence far exceeded what the projection had shown.
His talent was extraordinary, his bearing calm and confident, and his appearance striking.
Her eyes shone with fascination.
Without realizing it, her heart had already been stirred.