Chapter 56: Yan Breaks Through Level
After hearing what Tang San said, Dugu Bo's heart tightened.

"Boy, what did you say?! That flower thief is not dead?!"

Tang San nodded slightly.

"That's possible. Are you sure he fell into the Yin-Yang Eye of Ice and Fire?"

"When I came here, I saw that the junction of the two springs was still fluctuating, so something must have fallen in. Then I saw that the two poisonous herbs were gone. In Sunset Forest, no soul beast dares to trespass into my territory, so I am very sure that it was a human who fell in."

"Did you find any remaining herbal branches or leaves around?"

Dugu Bo shook his head.

"Later, I took a closer look. Although some flowers and plants were missing, there were no signs of major damage. The flower thief might have been a meticulous person. He was very careful when picking each herb."

After hearing this, Tang San felt even more uneasy.

"It seems that my guess is reasonable."

"How is this possible? If he falls into these two springs, he will turn into pus in an instant. How can he survive?"

Dugu Bo was also a little uneasy.

Tang San smiled and shook his head.

"You don't know. If he takes the two extremely poisonous herbs at the same time and then jumps into the junction of the two springs, not only will he not be corroded by the spring water, but with the help of the spring water, he will be able to better absorb the medicinal properties of the two herbs."

"There is such a strange thing!"

Looking at the extremely hot and cold polar springs, Dugu Bo felt incredible.

Tang San then asked:

"Besides these two poisonous herbs, what other herbs did he pick? Do you remember?"

"He also picked several plants. I don't remember most of them, but I do have some memory of two of them."

"So what are they like?"

Dugu Bo paused, then continued:

"There is a strange big flower that can release a very light pink light shield. Its fragrance seems to have the effect of neutralizing toxins. Unfortunately, it can't detoxify my body."

Tang San was thoughtful and muttered in his heart:

"The pink light shield can neutralize the poison, but it can't cure the poison in Dugu Bo's body? Could it be the rare and immortal product Youxiang Qiluo?"

Dugu Bo suddenly interrupted:
"What are you thinking about, kid?"

"Nothing. What about the other one? What does it look like?"

Dugu Bo sighed and continued:

"The other one looked like an ordinary white flower, the size of a palm, shaped like a peony, without any leaves. What was strange was that its stem was connected to a piece of jet-black stone.

There are a few red spots on the white flower, as bright red as blood, which looks quite thrilling.

Among the several magical herbs that were lost, that was the only one that was uprooted, and the black stone was also taken away.

Although I don’t know its name, I feel it is definitely not a simple herb.”

Speaking of this medicinal herb, Dugu Bo felt heartbroken.

After listening to Dugu Bo's description, Tang San frowned even more.

"Could it be that it is the divine treasure among the immortal herbs, the Acacia Heartbreak Red?"

"Lovesickness is red?"

"That's right. The black stone on its stem is called 'Wu Jue'. Acacia Heartbroken Red is also known as the king of flowers. It has the effect of bringing back the dead and turning bones white. But it requires blood to recognize its owner, and the method of picking it is also very particular. You need to think of your loved one and be sincere in order to be recognized by it."

"I see. Boy, you really know a lot. Even if I am lucky enough to pick it, it may not recognize it."

Tang San did not respond to Dugu Bo's words, but fell into deep thought. From all the signs, that person seemed to know how to pick the Eight Aniseed Mysterious Ice Grass, Fiery Apricot and Acacia Heartbroken Red, and he did not wantonly destroy other immortal herbs when picking them, which showed that he was also a person who had a deep understanding of flowers and plants.

"Boy, what are you thinking about?"

"Senior, is there anyone else in this world who knows as much about medicinal herbs as you do?"

Dugu Bo smiled smugly.

"I have spent my entire life studying medicinal herbs. The only people who can reach my level are probably Ju Huaguan of the Spirit Hall and Yang Wudi, the patriarch of the Po Yi Clan."

"Chrysanthemum Pass? Yang Wudi?"

Tang San didn't know either of them.

"Boy, don't think too much. It can't be those two. According to their personalities, if they came here, they would never take away just a few herbs. Also, my herb garden has been peaceful for nearly a year, with no signs of outsiders breaking in. Maybe that person has really turned into pus."

"Really? I hope so."

"Okay. You should hurry up and research the antidote. Remember what I said, you are not allowed to pick any herbs without my permission."

"okay, I get it."

Afterwards, under Dugu Bo's supervision, Tang San picked a few herbs and began to develop an antidote.

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Time flies, and three months have passed in a flash.

After practicing that day, Yan found that he had broken through the level 50 barrier, which meant that he could obtain the fifth soul ring.

Afterwards, he went to Yue Mansion and told Yue Guan the good news.

Yue Guan was also very happy to know that Yan had broken through level 50.

"Yan, congratulations. You will soon be able to obtain your first ten thousand year spirit ring."

"Teacher, can you go to the Star Forest with me?"

"Of course. A ten thousand year soul beast is much more powerful than a thousand year soul beast. Otherwise, call Xie Yue and Nana as well. It will be an opportunity for the three of you to gain experience."

"No need, right? It may not be long before they both break through level 50, and then we can go together. This time, I want to hunt down a ten thousand year soul beast by myself."

Yue Guan nodded and understood Yan's thoughts.

"Okay then. But I have to report this matter to the Pope first."

"Well, I'll go tell her right away."

Over the past year, Yan's physical condition has improved as he absorbed the medicinal properties of Star Aniseed Ice Grass and Fiery Apricot.

Now that I have broken through level 50, I can take the Cockscomb Sunflower.

However, Yan did not plan to take it now.

Because after taking it, the speed of soul power improvement is extraordinary, which will definitely arouse Bibi Dong's suspicion.

He wanted to wait until the Soul Master Competition was over, find an opportunity to go out and gain experience, and then take it.

After leaving Yue Mansion, Yan went directly to the Pope's Palace to ask Bibi Dong for instructions.

Bibi Dong was still as cold as ever, sitting high above the almighty Pope.

There were only Yan and Bibi Dong in the entire hall, and it was eerily quiet.

Yan said:

"Your Holiness, I have broken through level 50. I would like to ask Elder Ju to accompany me to the Xingdou Great Forest to hunt soul beasts and obtain the fifth soul ring."

Bibi Dong looked at Yan expressionlessly, with a hint of surprise in his eyes.

"Yan, you have reached level 50 so quickly, that's great."

(End of this chapter)