Li Xun led Dugu Bo slowly to the two herbs before them.
One herb bore fruit resembling blood-red teardrops, while the other had buds shaped like crimson hearts.
"These two Immortal Herbs are called Dragon's Tear and Dragon Heart's Lament," Li Xun explained.
"According to records, Dragon's Tear was formed when the blood and tears of a dragon, a mythical beast, fell to the earth in sorrow. It contains the essence of the dragon, and consuming it can enhance one's spiritual power."
Li Xun pointed to the herb with the blood-red teardrops: "It is especially effective for those with dragon-type Martial Souls. There's a chance it could evolve your Martial Soul."
"If the Martial Soul evolves, it might even remove the toxins from you and Sister Yan."
"Most effective for dragon types, with a chance to evolve the Martial Soul..." Dugu Bo murmured, visibly moved.
His Jade Phosphor Serpent Spirit was indeed a dragon-type Martial Soul.
Though not as pure as the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, consuming this herb could significantly increase the quality of his Martial Soul.
"I am already a Titled Douluo. This should be left for Yan Yan," Dugu Bo said, thinking of Dugu Yan with a tender expression.
"Senior, there's another one here," Li Xun pointed to the herb with heart-shaped buds. "Dragon Heart's Lament was formed when a dragon, severely wounded, shed its heart's blood onto the earth. It contains a trace of dragon bloodline, and consuming it can enhance one's physique and improve the quality of the Martial Soul."
These two Immortal Herbs were identified by Li Xun based on Yang Wudi's Pharmacopeia and the legends of the continent.
Even the Profound Heaven Treasure Record of the Tang Sect had no record of them.
Though dragons had not been seen for millennia, tales of their treasures were abundant.
"This one... should also be left for Yan Yan," Dugu Bo said, holding the two Immortal Herbs, his eyes flickering with conflict. "With these two Immortal Herbs, I refuse to believe Yan Yan's Martial Soul won't evolve."
"Haha, Senior Dugu, don't overthink it," Li Xun said with a smile, looking at Dugu Bo. "Immortal Herbs choose their masters, and their effects are profound. Absorbing them takes a long time, and consuming both at once might have adverse effects."
"Moreover, with Sister Yan's talent, even if her Martial Soul doesn't evolve from consuming one of these, she could still reach the Titled Douluo level without issue."
"Is that so?" Dugu Bo shifted his gaze from the herbs to Li Xun. "Does that mean having more Immortal Herbs is useless for oneself?"
"Immortal Herbs primarily improve one's innate potential, and their effects are potent. However, if you choose herbs with milder effects, it's possible to consume them simultaneously," Li Xun explained.
He looked around and found Yu Xiaogang's Ninth Grade Purple Ganoderma, bringing it before Dugu Bo. "This is called Ninth Grade Purple Ganoderma. Though not yet an Immortal Herb, it has a solidifying and nourishing effect."
"Given your long-term struggle with toxins and physical depletion, it would be perfect for recuperating after detoxification. Moreover, its effects don't conflict with those of the Immortal Herbs."
"Xiao Xun, from now on, don't call me 'Senior.' You can call me Grandpa Dugu, just like Yan Yan," Dugu Bo said carefully, taking the Purple Ganoderma with a complex expression.
Since arriving here, this child had been solely focused on the well-being of himself and Yan Yan, never considering his own interests.
Moreover, he was only four or five years younger than Yan Yan, with exceptional talent and temperament. If he could be with Yan Yan...
"Grandpa Dugu," Li Xun said with joy, quickly changing his address.
Only now did he truly feel that he had bridged the distance with Dugu Bo.
"Good child."
Dugu Bo smiled and agreed, while pointing towards the Yin Yang Well with a wave of his arm: "Since the extra herbs are of no use, Xiao Xun, feel free to take whatever you fancy."
"Moreover, this time you've helped my granddaughter and me find such precious Immortal Herbs."
"Grandpa Dugu can also grant you one condition."
There were many herbs here, and there might still be Immortal Herbs among them, but he didn't recognize a single one.
Li Xun was a kind child, and if there were indeed Immortal Herbs that could be of use to him, he wouldn't hide them.
Li Xun's eyes lit up; it's often said that sincerity is the most moving.
Indeed, it does not deceive.
"To be honest with Grandpa Dugu, I do need some herbs, partly for myself and partly for my Teacher and others."
Li Xun looked at Dugu Bo with bright eyes.
He was determined to take all the useful Immortal Herbs this time, and by being upfront now, he also had a reason for the future whereabouts of the herbs.
To avoid any misunderstandings with Dugu Bo over this matter.
"Ha ha, just go ahead and take them."
Dugu Bo chuckled: "And tell me the condition I promised you as well, for after this chance, it won't count."
Having agreed, he was already mentally prepared.
"Then I shall make my request?"
Li Xun straightened his collar, his expression serious: "Grandpa Dugu, I would like to invite you to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo's smile froze, and then he fell into thought.
He had lived a life of freedom and unrestraint, and although he had no sect, no one dared to disrespect him as he roamed the continent. He had grown accustomed to this lifestyle.
Becoming a royal retainer of the Heavenly Dou Empire was merely a way to repay the help he received in his early years. The royal family couldn't possibly restrict him.
But joining a sect was different. Although a powerhouse like him would surely be given preferential treatment, he would also bear responsibilities.
This was also a kind of restraint.
However, considering his advancing age and that Dugu Yan had no one else to rely on besides him.
Dugu Bo hesitated: "Xiao Xun, your condition has really stumped me, let me think about it."
"Grandpa Dugu, the Breaking Clan has already joined the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and if you were to join as well, our sect would surely become even stronger."
Li Xun said solemnly: "My Teacher once told me that with the ambitions of the Spirit Hall, trouble will arise sooner or later, and with you by our side, Yan Yan and I will not fear such dangers."
Dugu Bo's heart stirred; he naturally knew the strength of the Spirit Hall.
Just that broken chrysanthemum alone was extraordinary, not to mention the likes of the Ghost Douluo.
If one day he was no longer around, faced with the continent's disputes, Yan Yan would indeed be unsafe.
"Xiao Xun, don't rush, let me think it over carefully."
"Grandpa Dugu, there's no hurry, let me first help you prepare these two Immortal Herbs into medicine."
"Improving our strength is the most important thing now."
Li Xun smiled as he took out utensils from his Soul Guiding Device, but suddenly his expression stiffened: "Grandpa Dugu, I didn't bring everything I need, I might have to trouble you to go back to Heavenly Dou to fetch something for me."
"What are you missing?"
Dugu Bo quickly took out a pile of medicine-making tools from his Soul Guiding Device.
Li Xun looked at the pile of tools, his expression even more stiff: "The things I need, even you don't have them here."
"Huh? What kind of medicine-making tools do I not have?" Dugu Bo was taken aback.
He was a master of poison, and he usually made some common medicines.
His tools were naturally complete.
"Grandpa Dugu, the refining methods for Immortal Herbs are naturally different from those of ordinary herbs."
Li Xun adjusted his expression and then mentioned a few items that even Dugu Bo didn't have.
"Tsk~ these things..."
"I never imagined the usage of Immortal Herbs would be so unique."
Dugu Bo gasped in astonishment.
Truly worthy of being Immortal Herbs, even the tools required for their preparation are so obscure.
If it weren't for Xiao Xun being here, even if he knew the medicinal properties of the Immortal Herbs, he would have wasted them.
Finally managing to send Dugu Bo away.
Li Xun let out a long sigh of relief and turned his gaze towards the Yin Yang Well.
(End of Chapter)