Chapter 43: Hundred Thousand Year Spirit Skill, Arriving at Heaven Dou City
"Congratulations, Your Highness! Many congratulations!"
Yue Guan and Gui Mei stepped forward together and congratulated him in unison.
At the same time, Golden Crocodile Douluo walked over with his hands behind his back, smiling as he patted Su Mo's shoulder.
"Hahaha, not bad! You brat, possessing a hundred thousand year spirit ring at such a young age—and it's your fifth Soul Ring at that. Truly, the younger generation is to be feared."
Su Mo had grown up almost entirely under his watch; in his heart, he had long since regarded Su Mo as his own grandson.
Seeing Su Mo possess such strength now, Golden Crocodile Douluo was genuinely happy from the bottom of his heart.
"Grandpa Golden Crocodile, you overpraise me," Su Mo said modestly. "Without you here to oversee things, today's matter would never have gone so smoothly."
These weren't just humble words; they were his sincere feelings.
If Golden Crocodile Douluo hadn't single-handedly pinned down the Azure Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape, they wouldn't have been able to capture Xiao Wu, and those two hundred-thousand-year spirit beasts would never have chosen to sacrifice themselves.
Just then, a graceful figure approached—it was Bibi Dong.
She took Su Mo's arm and said with a playful yet helpless pout, "Hmph, you stinky Junior Brother, congratulations. I finally managed to almost catch up to your footsteps, and in the blink of an eye, the gap has become so large again."
She was only level forty-four now, still a long way from becoming a Spirit King. Perhaps by the time she achieved her Breakthrough, Su Mo would already be a Spirit Emperor.
Of course, she wasn't envious or jealous. Seeing Su Mo's current strength made her truly happy; she was just acting spoiled and complaining a bit.
Su Mo turned his head, gave a doting smile, and reached out to gently scratch the bridge of her nose.
"Don't worry, my Senior Sister. Your Junior Brother will definitely help you hunt a hundred thousand year spirit beast in the future."
"Hmph, that's more like it." Bibi Dong's lips curled up, her eyes shimmering.
She then asked curiously, "So, what are your Soul Ring and Soul Bone skills?"
Su Mo spoke slowly, "Both the hundred thousand year spirit ring and Soul Bone have two skills. My first Soul Ring skill is called Asura Dragon Soul Slash; it's an attack system skill that can slash out a dragon soul to attack the enemy."
"The second Soul Ring skill is called Sky Azure Dragon Soul Binding; it's a control system skill that can summon the soul of an Azure Dragon to bind and restrain the enemy."
"Once controlled, the primary condition to break free is for one's overall strength to be above mine. Secondly, one needs a sufficiently powerful skill to burst through the Binding."
He paused and continued, "My Soul Bone skills are two abilities from the Azure Bull Python."
"The first is the Azure Sluggish Divine Claw, which can dull the target's six senses and mobility by tenfold."
"The second is the Sky Azure Annihilation Thunder, which summons annihilation lightning to attack the enemy with immense power."
Bibi Dong remarked with emotion, "They truly live up to the name of hundred thousand year spirit skills."
Golden Crocodile Douluo added, "With Xiao Mo's current strength, anyone below the level of a Soul Saint shouldn't be his match."
Yue Guan smiled and said, "Your Highness's talent is extraordinary. Your current strength truly leaves your subordinate in awe."
Gui Mei followed closely behind, "Your Highness's capabilities are beyond my reach."
Su Mo shook his head helplessly. How did these two 'Generals of Hum and Ha' start flattering him again?
Then, Golden Crocodile Douluo said, "Alright, it's getting late. After fighting all day, you must be tired. We'll rest here for the night and head back tomorrow."
"I'll go find some food," Gui Mei said, then vanished into a black shadow.
Not long after, a few Soft Bones Rabbits were cleaned and placed over the fire to roast.
Once everyone had eaten their fill, they retreated to their respective tents to rest, with Yue Guan and Gui Mei taking turns on night watch.
...
Two days later, as the sun set behind the western mountains.
Heaven Dou Imperial City.
After leaving the Star Dou Great Forest, Su Mo and the others headed straight for Heaven Dou City.
At this time, only Golden Crocodile Douluo accompanied them. Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan had returned to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, while Ghost Douluo Gui Mei had returned to Spirit City to report.
The reason Su Mo didn't return was that he had lived in Spirit City for many years and had never really seen the world outside. This time, while out for training, he had spent most of his time cultivating bitterly at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well in the Sunset Forest.
Therefore, Su Mo planned to go back after some time.
Upon arriving in the city, the primary goal was naturally to find a place to stay, as this trip to Heaven Dou City might last for a while.
Given their status, they naturally didn't need to worry about it themselves.
Su Mo's group headed straight for the Spirit Hall Branch in Heaven Dou City.
The Spirit Hall Branch was located in the central area of the imperial city and was grand and imposing.
When Su Mo and the others arrived, the branch's Platinum Bishop was handling official business. Hearing the deacon's report, he hurriedly ran out of his office.
As soon as he came out, he recognized Golden Crocodile Douluo, who had held an Elder's Token a year ago and asked him to send a message to His Holiness the Pope.
Then, his gaze swept over Su Mo and Bibi Dong. Although he didn't know their identities, anyone traveling with an Elder—and even walking ahead of him—was certainly no ordinary person.
However, as a Platinum Bishop, he was also an old fox. Since the other party didn't offer the information, he didn't ask, but he firmly memorized their appearances.
"The Elder's presence is a great honor. Your subordinate failed to welcome you from afar; please forgive me!"
The Platinum Bishop quickly stepped forward to greet them, bowing with extreme respect.
Golden Crocodile Douluo waved his hand and said casually, "No need for formalities. We have just arrived in Heaven Dou City and need a quiet place to stay. You go and arrange it."
"Yes, yes, yes, your subordinate will handle it immediately!" The Platinum Bishop responded repeatedly, not daring to delay for a moment.
He immediately summoned several deacons and gave them low-voiced instructions.
Within half an hour, everything was arranged, and even a carriage was prepared.
Shortly after, the Platinum Bishop personally led Su Mo's group to a luxurious manor covering a vast area in the south of the city.
"Elder, are you satisfied with this place? If there is anything inappropriate, your subordinate will immediately make other arrangements."
The Platinum Bishop asked cautiously, observing Golden Crocodile Douluo's expression.
Golden Crocodile Douluo looked around and nodded slightly, "It will do. You may return. Unless there is something important, do not disturb us."
"Yes, your subordinate takes his leave. If the Elder has any instructions, just send someone to inform me; I am at your beck and call."
The Platinum Bishop bowed and withdrew.
At this time, Bibi Dong smiled and said, "Junior Brother, let's go upstairs and see the rooms."
She pulled Su Mo's hand and ran straight toward the stairs. Reaching the top floor, she pushed open the door to the master bedroom.
The room was huge, elegantly and luxuriously decorated, with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the garden. Night had already fallen, and moonlight spilled onto the soft carpet.
"This room isn't much different from ours in Spirit City, but it's quieter here." Bibi Dong looked around and nodded with satisfaction.
Su Mo walked to the window and pulled the curtains.
"Senior Sister, we've lived in the wild for over a year, exposed to the elements, and these past few days of hunting Soul Rings have been hard work. Go take a good bath to relieve your fatigue, get some good rest tonight, and tomorrow we'll go explore Heaven Dou City properly."
Bibi Dong gave a soft hum of agreement and then walked into the bathroom.
Su Mo sat on the sofa, closing his eyes to rest his mind.
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