Douluo Dalu: Transforming Soul Rings into Soul Veins

Spirit Hall, the Tube Tower.

In a sunless corner, a faint candlelight flickered, illuminating Yu Xiaogang's pale, bloodless face. He lay there quietly, an unyielding yet sorrowful aura lingering around his body. The fire of his life seemed as if it could be extinguished at any moment.

Brother Scar, Sister Chrysanthemum, and Brother Jie were at the side, their expressions varied. Some were grave, some regretful, some contemptuous.

Brother Jie took off his glasses, breathed on them, and after carefully wiping them, put them back on. He shook his head slightly. "What a pity for such a top-grade innate cauldron. It's only been a short while of refining medicine, and it's already broken."

Sister Chrysanthemum waved her hand. "He's an old fellow after all. How many days has he been pounding medicine? And he's already no good. Look at how much we sympathize with him. Seeing that he's a newcomer, we haven't even made him do any heavy physical labor."

"We just had him hold the pestle to test if the composition of the medicinal liquid was okay, whether it was qualified or not. He can't even do such a small thing well. Really..."

Brother Scar sneered coldly, the scar on his cheek looking even more ferocious under the faint candlelight. "Sympathy? Hmph, this is the Tube Tower of Spirit Hall, not a charity hall."

"Yu Xiaogang, since he could be brought here, it means he has been deemed by Spirit Hall to have chosen the path to death. He must be prepared to bear the consequences."

"However, he is indeed a rare talent. They say that in Heaven Dou City, there are those who are skilled with their mouths. This fellow is probably one who has received the true teachings. For him to be crippled just like this is indeed a bit of a pity."

Speaking to this point, a complex emotion flashed in Brother Scar's eyes, but it was soon replaced by coldness. "But no matter what, interests are above all else. If he cannot be used by us, then to keep him is also a scourge."

Hearing this, a sneer appeared on the corner of Sister Chrysanthemum's mouth. "That's right, Brother Scar. However, it's estimated that the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon family's side has already turned the sky upside down. That old fellow Yu Yuanzhen is very likely searching for Xiaogang's whereabouts everywhere."

"If he were to know that Xiaogang is here with us, and has become like this, hehe, that scene would be interesting."

Brother Jie pushed up his glasses. "You say, does Spirit Hall really want the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect to know that this Yu Xiaogang is here?"

Brother Scar casually patted Yu Xiaogang's face. "We are criminals, locked in this Tube Tower. We know very little about the outside world. Even we, the Three Heroes of the Tube Tower, can only occasionally learn some things about the outside through idle talk with the guards."

"The thoughts of the higher-ups in Spirit Hall, who can guess them? To this day, we still don't know how he got in."

"Perhaps they are hoping that the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect will find out Yu Xiaogang's whereabouts, in order to provoke or restrain them. Or perhaps, they don't care about Yu Xiaogang's life or death at all and just want to use him to achieve some purpose."

Sister Chrysanthemum sneered coldly. "No matter what, this is an opportunity for us. We can use Yu Xiaogang as a bargaining chip to negotiate with the higher-ups of Spirit Hall and fight for more benefits."

Brother Jie was stunned for a moment. "What do you mean?"

Sister Chrysanthemum's gaze was cold. She looked at the people in the distance. Brother Scar spat out a mouthful of saliva, stood up, and roared at the prisoners who were peeking at the excitement in the distance, "What are you all looking at! Get back to your own corners!"

The prisoners, intimidated by Brother Scar's might, all lowered their heads and hurriedly returned to their own positions, not daring to look again. These three were gathered together. Who would dare to say more? What if their own rears were not protected? They'd be done for.

Sister Chrysanthemum continued, "We are all death row inmates in this Tube Tower. Originally, there was no possibility of survival."

"But this fellow Yu Xiaogang's identity is special. For Spirit Hall not to execute him directly, but to choose to bring him to our side, is to have him die a miserable death."

"But this old boy is, after all, the son of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect's master, Yu Yuanzhen. If he really dies here in Spirit Hall, I'm afraid the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect will not let it rest."

"Therefore, I believe that they, Spirit Hall, are actually waiting. Waiting for a suitable time, or a scapegoat who can bear the responsibility for them."

Brother Jie nodded thoughtfully. "You mean, we can use this opportunity to become that scapegoat, in exchange for our freedom?"

Sister Chrysanthemum sneered coldly. "Freedom? In this cage of a Tube Tower, what freedom can we talk about? But we can use Yu Xiaogang to fight for better treatment for ourselves, or to reduce some of our sentences."

"After all, for Spirit Hall, Yu Xiaogang's life and death are not important. What's important is how to use this matter to achieve their unknown purposes."

Hearing this, a fierce look flashed in Brother Scar's eyes. "Then we will hand Yu Xiaogang over and tell the higher-ups of Spirit Hall that we are willing to be this chess piece, to take Yu Xiaogang and escape, and then we will kill him in a place outside of Spirit City. In this way, their suspicion will be less."

"And we have been here for a long time. Plus the debauchery and indulgence of these years, our appearance, and even our martial souls have mutated. The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect will not know who we are or where we come from."

"In exchange, it is for a chance to go outside. Whether we live or die, it all depends on ourselves. Do you think Spirit Hall will agree?"

Sister Chrysanthemum and Brother Jie looked at each other, a trace of hesitation flashing in their eyes, but it was soon replaced by determination. They knew that this was an extremely dangerous plan, but it was also a chance that could change their destiny.

"Alright, let's do it like this," Sister Chrysanthemum said through gritted teeth. "Anyway, we are already death row inmates. To stay here is also to wait for death. It's better to take a gamble. Maybe we can get a sliver of a chance at life."

Brother Scar spat. "On the fifth of this month, which is the day after tomorrow, the prison guard I'm relatively familiar with will change shifts. At that time, we can directly have him, when he reports the news of Yu Xiaogang being on the verge of death, also implicitly state our thoughts. If the people of Spirit Hall really have any other ideas, they will surely agree to our thoughts."

Brother Jie said quietly, "Will Spirit Hall let us live? We are death row inmates."

"Heh, of course not. But, what if? What if one of us survives during the escape? I've stayed in this damn place for long enough. I've even forgotten the smell of a woman. To be with you all day, my body even has a strange smell."

"As long as I can get out of this damn place for a trip, if I die, then I die."

The moment Brother Scar's voice fell, a silence fell between the three. This plan was the only sliver of a chance at life they could grasp, even if it was close to none.

On the night of the fifth of the seventh month, the moonlight was dim. The Tube Tower was a sheet of deathly silence. Brother Scar, Sister Chrysanthemum, and Brother Jie, taking advantage of the changing of the guard, quietly carried the unconscious Yu Xiaogang out of the cell.

After handing Yu Xiaogang over to the guard and implicitly conveying that they wanted to see the higher-ups of Spirit Hall, the three of them were filled with apprehension. They didn't know if Spirit Hall would agree to their proposal, let alone what kind of fate awaited them.

However, to their surprise, a bishop of Spirit Hall appeared before them and gave them a cold look. "Tell me what you want to do."

The three were overjoyed and quickly stated the plan in their hearts.

After the bishop had finished listening, his brow gradually furrowed. "Wait."

After about two and a half quarters of an hour, the bishop appeared again. His eyes revealed a trace of amusement. "Guaranteed death. Isn't it good to rot in the Tube Tower?"

Brother Scar took a deep breath. "Prisoners also have the right to be educated. I had no choice in the past. Now I want to be a good person, to do something for Spirit Hall, even if there is no chance at all to survive."

"A good person, heh. What, you think that with your appearance greatly changed, and the people outside having lost their memories of you, you can be some 'good person'? It's just a dying struggle. Don't talk as if you are so remarkable."

The bishop smiled contemptuously, but then his tone changed. "However, your proposal does have some meaning. Spirit Hall never minds using all available resources, including you death row inmates."

"Then, our plan..." Sister Chrysanthemum asked impatiently, her eyes sparkling with desire.

"The plan can be implemented, but you must follow our instructions completely," the bishop's tone was icy, brooking no argument. "We will provide you with a chance to escape the Tube Tower, as well as the necessary disguises and routes."

"You take Yu Xiaogang, 'deal with' him at the designated time and place, and then flee on your own. As for how far you can flee, and whether you can survive, that will depend on your own fortune."

The three looked at each other. Although they still had concerns in their hearts, the opportunity before them was truly rare. They nodded in agreement.

"Remember, the location will be at the border between the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect and Spirit Hall. After you have exposed yourselves to them, we will also carry out a pincer attack. Before this, your ability to speak must be completely eliminated. This is a special potion."

The bishop took out a small bottle from his bosom, which contained a transparent liquid. "Take this, and you will temporarily lose the ability of speech. It is colorless and formless. Even an autopsy won't be able to detect it."

"We agree," Brother Scar spoke first, took the potion, and drank it all in one gulp. Sister Chrysanthemum and Brother Jie also took it one after another.

The bishop nodded with satisfaction. "Very good. Now, return to your cells and wait for further instructions."

On the night of the fifteenth of the seventh month, the moon was dark and the wind was high. Under the meticulous arrangement of Spirit Hall, Brother Scar, Sister Chrysanthemum, and Brother Jie, under the cover of night, with the unconscious Yu Xiaogang, quietly left the Tube Tower.

Following the route provided by Spirit Hall, they dodged the patrolling guards all the way and finally arrived at the border area between the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect and Spirit Hall.

At this time, Yu Xiaogang had already woken up, but because his body was weak, he was simply unable to resist. He could only watch with wide eyes as the three brought him to this desolate place, his heart filled with despair.

"How did they get out? Is this a soul beast forest?" Yu Xiaogang opened his mouth but found that he couldn't speak at all. All the meridians in his body were severed. His body was as soft as cotton. His consciousness was clearly very clear.

His body's perception was also abnormally sharp, even more sensitive than in the past. This damned Scar, holding him... why was there a strange feeling? A faint flow in his loins...

Yu Xiaogang shed tears of humiliation. Having stayed in the Tube Tower for too long, he had gotten used to the pestle. Had even his own body become his appearance? Damn it...

"Wait, this place is..." Yu Xiaogang suddenly's eyes widened. His eyes were filled with fear and dread. Even his body, which clearly could not move, trembled a little. If he remembered correctly...

This was the soul beast forest outside Heaven Dou City. And this part of the forest was the territory of the Mating Apes. What did they want to do, bringing him here?!

He stared at his surroundings in terror, trying to find an answer on the faces of Brother Scar, Sister Chrysanthemum, and Brother Jie. But they just looked at him indifferently, without a trace of sympathy or pity in their eyes.

A strong sense of unease welled up in Yu Xiaogang's heart. He realized that he might be about to face a fate even more terrifying than in the Tube Tower.

Just at this time, a strange whistle came from the depths of the forest. Immediately after, a group of Mating Apes with vigorous figures and colorful fur poured in from all directions, surrounding the four of them. Brother Scar and the other two did not seem surprised. On the contrary, they showed a strange smile.

"Let's begin," Brother Scar took out a special incense and fiercely threw it. Smoke instantly filled the air.

"Awo!"

"Awo?"

"Awoooo~~~"

A look of intoxication appeared on the Mating Apes' human-like cheeks. Immediately after, a flush suddenly appeared. They panted heavily.

These despicable races among the soul beasts could even have a back-and-forth fight with the goblins of another world. After all, they did not pick their gender or race.

"Awoooo~~~"

"Wooo~~~"

The scene immediately became chaotic. Yu Xiaogang looked at all of this in terror. He couldn't believe his eyes. The Mating Apes had actually, under the effect of the incense, begun to mate crazily. The scene was chaotic and unbearable. He tried to struggle, but his body was as if all its strength had been drained, unable to move.

Brother Scar and the other two stood indifferently at the side, watching the Mating Apes' madness. A trace of a cruel pleasure flashed in their eyes. They thought, "If not for having to run, I really would have wanted to try it. A pity. For this kind of thing, I should have called that fellow Du A San. He likes non-humans the most, and can even do it with non-living things."

"Awoooo~~~"

Numerous Mating Apes rushed towards them, their faces filled with greed and desire.

Yu Xiaogang was directly abandoned by them. The Mating Apes, seeing that the other side had actually directly thrown over a mirror pouch, were immediately extremely excited and all gathered around.

They seemed to be able to smell the special aura on Yu Xiaogang's body that was different from ordinary humans. It was a kind of smell with a hint of fart and mixed with their favorite hawthorn flower.

This person was simply as if he had been soaked in these two things for several years, and had been marinated until he was flavorful.

Unfortunately, such an existence might be a plague to humans, but for them, it was simply a heaven-sent feast.

"Ah!!!!!"

Heart-wrenching pain.

"Don't come over!" Yu Xiaogang roared in his heart but could not resist. He was dragged into an endless abyss by the Mating Apes.

Brother Scar and the other two quickly fled and proactively exposed themselves before the people of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect who had been lured over just now.

"Who are you!"

The disciples of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect quickly surrounded them, their gazes sharp. "To enter the soul beast forest without authorization, and to release a poison mist in our clan's territory, you have already chosen the path to death!"

The person shouted, a look of pleasure on his face. The catchphrase he had learned from Tang San, who had stayed in the sect for a few days, was so easy to use. He could shout it at any time.

The first time on a mission, and he had used it. Really not bad.

Brother Scar and the other two did not speak. They all released their own martial souls. The bra martial soul of Bu Le, the pestle martial soul, the river clam martial soul—the three were released at once, and they flew towards the disciples of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.

The disciples were greatly shocked. "Holy crap! What kind of martial soul is this!"

"What the f*ck is the difference between this and a mop dipped in shit!" Thus, they all dodged one after another.

Bang bang bang!

The three hit and ran, running towards Yu Xiaogang's position.

The disciples reacted but were hesitating whether to pursue or not. After a good while, someone finally shouted, "Damn it! Chase! This old one can't have taken this pestle for nothing! Damn, so disgusting, bleh... this old one wants them dead!"

"Catch them! I'll treat you all to the brothels!" As he spoke, he was the first to charge.

Everyone's eyes lit up, and they immediately rushed forward.

"What's that sound?" The disciples were stunned for a moment. "It seems to be coming from over there. Quick! Follow and see!" Another disciple pointed in the direction where the Mating Apes had gathered. The crowd quickly adjusted their direction and followed the strange sound.

As they went deeper, the scene before them left everyone dumbfounded.

And Brother Jie was at the side, taking off his pants, it was unknown what he was going to do.

"Holy crap! Holy crap! Holy crap!"

"Run quickly!"

"Wait!"

One person looked at the figure. "How come he's so familiar... my god, that's the clan master's direct son! This old one has seen his portrait!"

"What!?"

Hearing this, everyone was shocked. Immediately, a raging fire burned. The clan master's direct son was actually being treated like this. This was a great insult to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect!

Although this fellow was just a waste, his identity was here. These three were slapping their sect's face!

"Damn it! Get them for me! Catch those three bastards! I'm going to kill them with my own hands!" the leading disciple roared, a raging fire sparkling in his eyes.

The disciples of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect quickly launched their pursuit. Their figures were vigorous, their speed extremely fast. They soon caught up to Brother Scar and the other two.

Amidst the flashing of sabers and swords, Sister Chrysanthemum and Brother Jie were killed on the spot. Brother Scar had escaped with his life and fled far away.

"Damn it! How come these two fellows are so fragile? I was even thinking of leaving them alive."

"That scar-faced man suddenly sped up at the end. I'm really impressed."

"Um, what about the Mating Apes' side?" one person asked weakly.

The corner of the leading disciple's mouth twitched. "He's been dead through and through for a long time. We'll talk after they've gone. This old one doesn't want to follow in his footsteps. This is not leaving someone to die. It's that the fellow is already dead. We just need to collect the corpse, understand?"

"Understood, understood."

In an unknown area, Brother Scar let out a long sigh of relief, a look of excitement in his eyes. At the last moment, it was unknown where the strength had come from that had allowed him to escape. From now on, the sky is high and the sea is wide for the fish to leap!

He excitedly poked his head out from the bottom of a lake...

A ray of light flashed. Brother Scar turned to dust.

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Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.

Yu Yuanzhen looked at the inhuman object before him and said with a slightly trembling voice, "This... is that rebellious son?"

Yu Yuanzhen's two eyes were covered with blood streaks. His two fists were clenched tight, his nails digging deep into his palms as he forcibly suppressed the anger and grief in his heart. Beside him, several sect elders also had grave faces.

"Sect Master, this... this is indeed Yu Xiaogang. Our people saw it with their own eyes. The three of them had thrown him to the Mating Apes..." an elder said in a low voice, finding it difficult to speak.

"Investigate! Investigate for me! There is definitely a faction behind these three! At all costs, pull that scar-faced man out from this continent for me!"