MTLNOVEL Chapter 26: Chapter 26: Dugu Bo, a Guest Official in the Prince's Mansion
Chapter 26: Dugu Bo, a Guest Official in the Prince's Mansion
With Pei Qing's help, Dugu Yan consumed the whale rubber, further enhancing her physical strength.
After helping Dugu Yan acquire a soul ring, she gained a rather impressive soul skill.
The Soul Skill, Spirit of the Earth, was obtained from a 3,300-year-old Earth Rock Dragon. It could temporarily increase attack and defense by three times.
Both Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo were very satisfied with this Soul Skill. Pei Qing, having awakened his martial soul four years ago, also had a good understanding of Soul Skills.
He knew very well that the Soul Skill Dugu Yan obtained was undoubtedly top-tier.
After acquiring the soul ring, Dugu Yan's level rose directly to thirty-eight, almost reaching thirty-nine.
In less than half a year, she would be able to acquire her fourth soul ring.
Such an improvement, even for Dugu Bo, who had been shocked countless times over the past few days, caused him to tremble in shock again.
Pei Qing, however, was not surprised by this. He had also gained four levels after consuming the Great Sun Golden Core.
He had broken through to level thirty-seven, although it seemed his level hadn't increased much.
But the enhancement brought by his Ultimate Fire and Ultimate Holiness far exceeded what mere levels could measure!
His dual ultimate attributes could increase his combat power by at least two or three soul rings.
With his martial soul evolving from an ordinary Golden Crow to the Great Sun Golden Crow (Three-Legged Golden Crow), which controlled the sun, Pei Qing brought not only an evolution in attributes but also a transformation of his domain.
It directly increased from a 30% reduction to a 100% reduction!
The domain's range expanded to a hundred meters, and Pei Qing's speed within the domain doubled.
It was just a pity he didn't possess spatial attributes; otherwise, combined with his domain, he could be invincible.
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Prince's Mansion
Qian Renxue's expression was grim as she stared at the Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo in front of her, her eyes filled with intense killing intent.
"So, my Xiao Qing was taken away by Dugu Bo for several days, and the Heaven Dou Royal Academy only just found out?"
"Does that mean Xiao Qing's life is now unknown?"
Anger and brutality filled Qian Renxue's heart. She had raised Pei Qing for four years, viewing him as her greatest future asset.
Qian Renxue regarded Pei Qing as a close companion, someone who could stay by her side throughout her journey.
Pei Qing's significance to her was far beyond that of an ordinary Titled Douluo, even more so than the Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo.
Therefore, at this moment, the two Titled Douluo dared not utter a word in front of Qian Renxue, merely bowing their heads silently, ready to endure the young miss's wrath.
"Kill! Kill Dugu Bo for me!"
"For the nation-usurping plan these past years, I tolerated him jumping around behind Xue Xing's back."
"But he should never have touched my Xiao Qing."
Both Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo trembled at Qian Renxue's gritted teeth and the chilling killing intent in her tone.
"Young Miss, if we act now and make Dugu Bo disappear directly, the nation-usurping plan will be affected."
"I believe this is also something Pei Qing would not want to see. Besides, we aren't sure if Young Miss Pei has been harmed by Dugu Bo."
"In my humble opinion, why don't I investigate first before making a decision?"
Snake Lance Douluo suppressed his worries but still raised his head to offer advice.
He felt that Pei Qing should be fine. After all, Dugu Bo could cultivate to a Titled Douluo. Even if eccentric, he wouldn't dare hunt down a genius belonging to the Heaven Dou Crown Prince unless he was crazy—and that would risk his granddaughter's safety.
"Young Miss, I also think Snake Lance Douluo is right. Dugu Bo probably wouldn't dare to lay a hand on Pei Qing."
Porcupinefish Douluo nodded in agreement, unwilling to see the Young Miss's efforts go to waste.
"This damned Dugu Bo..." The angel soul power dormant in Qian Renxue's body slowly activated as sacred lights surged within her.
Just then, hurried footsteps sounded outside!
"Your Royal Highness, Young Master Pei has returned with the Poison Douluo, and he said he convinced the Poison Douluo to serve Your Highness!"
Before Qian Renxue could get angry, the specially trained doorman spoke.
Qian Renxue was stunned.
Snake Lance Douluo was stunned.
Porcupinefish Douluo was even more bewildered.
He had only been gone a few days—how could Pei Qing bring back a Titled Douluo so quickly?
"You two may withdraw. Just pretend I didn't say anything."
Qian Renxue suppressed her killing intent. This child, Xiao Qing, truly was her lucky star; he could even subdue Dugu Bo for her!
For me to have Pei Qing is like gaining a million troops!
The two Titled Douluo, Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo said nothing more and vanished in a flash.
Qian Renxue adjusted her expression and immediately walked outside.
She followed the doorman to the reception hall, where she saw Pei Qing sitting calmly, with Dugu Bo truly beside him.
"Xiao Qing, I just heard from the Three Deans at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy that you've been cultivating with Senior Dugu."
"I was about to ask His Excellency about it, but I didn't expect it to be true."
As soon as Qian Renxue entered, her gaze fell on Pei Qing, meticulously scrutinizing him from head to toe. Only when she saw nothing unusual did she relax.
"Sorry to worry Brother Xue, but Senior Dugu has decided to join us."
"I ask Brother Xue to grant Senior Dugu a position as an honored guest."
Pei Qing was also a little helpless. After all, he was taken away by Dugu Bo that night, with no time to send a letter.
Moreover, given Qian Renxue's high regard for him, if he had told the truth earlier, he would not have been allowed to take such risks.
So, he could only make a risky move—and luckily, everything went smoothly.
"Senior Dugu has truly decided to join my Prince's Mansion. But what about Uncle Xue Xing?"
Qian Renxue looked at Dugu Bo's stiff expression, curiosity flickering in her eyes.
"The favor I owed Xue Xing back then I've repaid over the years. If the Crown Prince permits, I am willing to join the Crown Prince's Mansion."
"However, I am unaccustomed to restraint. How about the Crown Prince allowing me to be the protector of this young master?"
Dugu Bo, whose martial soul had evolved, was now close to breaking through to level ninety-two. It was a natural progression, and he could ascend at any time, giving him more confidence in his words.
"Senior Dugu being Xiao Qing's protector is excellent."
"Then, Senior Dugu, please guard Xiao Qing from now on."
"Senior Dugu, please accept this token."
Qian Renxue nodded repeatedly. Although Dugu Bo's strength was considered ordinary among Titled Douluo, his strategic importance far exceeded that of most.
Even Qian Renxue felt a surge of joy at having Dugu Bo's assistance.
"Then, Your Highness, I'll head back first. I'll protect this brat from now on."
Dugu Bo nodded. He was naturally not fond of speaking much, and his joining the Prince's Mansion was purely out of respect for Pei Qing.
Since he had already joined, he was too lazy to stay longer.
"I'll see you off, Grandpa Dugu!" Pei Qing actively stood up and escorted Dugu Bo out of the Prince's Mansion.
"Tell me, what exactly happened?"
After finishing this, Pei Qing turned to meet Qian Renxue's inquisitive gaze.
End of Chapter