Heaven Dou City – Crown Prince's Mansion
Within the elegant study of the Crown Prince's Mansion, Qian Renxue sat quietly behind a polished desk, her golden eyes fixed on the heavenly screen floating above.
As the images continued to play, a faint smile appeared on her face.
"So they've finally arrived at Heaven Dou City."
Her tone carried a trace of curiosity.
"I wonder what interesting things will happen next."
Although she appeared calm on the surface, her thoughts were moving rapidly.
As the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire, she possessed tremendous influence within the city. If the Yu Xiaogang shown on the heavenly screen discovered anything valuable, she would be in a perfect position to act immediately.
Whether it was an opportunity, a treasure, or some hidden secret, Heaven Dou City was ultimately her territory.
And in situations like these, being prepared was always better than reacting too late.
Meanwhile, in another part of the city...
Dugu Mansion
Dugu Yan sat beside her grandfather, her gaze also fixed on the heavenly screen.
Unlike Qian Renxue, however, her attention wasn't focused on Heaven Dou City itself.
She was far more interested in the mysterious treasure map Yu Xiaogang had obtained.
"Grandfather," she asked curiously, "what do you think is hidden within that treasure map?"
Dugu Bo stroked his beard thoughtfully.
"How should I know?"
Despite his answer, his eyes remained fixed on the screen.
After a brief pause, he continued.
"However, if it truly points to a treasure, then there's a good chance it's hidden somewhere in the Sunset Forest."
Dugu Yan nodded immediately.
She understood exactly why her grandfather thought so.
After all, Dugu Bo possessed a secret paradise within the Sunset Forest.
Over the years, he had traveled constantly between Heaven Dou City and the forest because of that place.
The precious land suppressed the toxins accumulated within his body and allowed him to survive.
Without it, his situation would be far worse.
Thinking of this, Dugu Yan's expression became serious.
"Then should we prepare in advance?"
Dugu Bo narrowed his eyes.
His concern, however, wasn't about treasures.
Instead, it was about his counterpart in the parallel world.
"If those people from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect discover the same place in the other world..."
His voice trailed off.
Then he sighed.
"The 'me' over there will be in serious trouble."
Dugu Yan instantly understood.
The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was the reason her grandfather had survived for so many years.
Without it, the toxins within his body would have erupted long ago.
If the Dugu Bo from the heavenly screen lost that precious land...
Perhaps he would never become a Titled Douluo.
Perhaps he would die years earlier.
And in that case, Dugu Yan of that world would lose her only family.
The thought left an unpleasant feeling in her chest.
Dugu Bo suddenly laughed.
"Thinking about it this way, I'm actually rather fortunate."
"Fortunately, the Yu Xiaogang on our side is still the useless one."
Dugu Yan rolled her eyes.
Only her grandfather would be happy because someone else was incompetent.
After a moment of silence, Dugu Bo stood up.
"Yan Yan."
"Stay at home for the next few days."
Dugu Yan blinked.
"Why?"
"I'm going to the Sunset Forest."
Dugu Bo's eyes narrowed.
"I've guarded that place for years."
"If there really is a treasure hidden there, I'm certainly not going to let someone else take it first."
Before Dugu Yan could respond, the old man disappeared in a flash of green light.
His destination was obvious.
The Sunset Forest.
The Heavenly Screen
[The video continues...]
[After arriving in Heaven Dou City, Lin Lang personally guided the group through the bustling streets.]
[The enormous city was lively and prosperous. Merchants filled the roads, carriages traveled constantly, and spirit masters could occasionally be seen moving through the crowds.]
[Eventually, the carriage arrived before the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect's residence in Heaven Dou City.]
[As soon as the carriage stopped, several attendants rushed forward to welcome them.]
[The moment Yu Xiaogang stepped down from the carriage, numerous familiar faces greeted him warmly.]
["Young Master Xiaogang!"]
["You've finally returned!"]
["Welcome back!"]
[The atmosphere was lively and cheerful.]
[After all, although Yu Xiaogang had been away for more than half a year, his reputation within the sect had only continued to grow.]
[His achievements had already spread throughout the entire Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.]
[Many younger disciples now viewed him as an idol.]
[Just then, a burst of hearty laughter echoed from inside the residence.]
["Hahaha!"]
["You brat, you're finally here!"]
["Do you know how many days I've been waiting?"]
[The crowd automatically parted.]
[Yu Yuanzhen strode forward with a broad smile.]
[Without hesitation, he raised his hand and slapped Yu Xiaogang heavily on the shoulder.]
Bang!
[The force was enough to make an ordinary person stumble backward.]
[Yet Yu Xiaogang merely smiled.]
[Father and son looked at one another.]
[For a moment, neither spoke.]
[The last time they had met was over half a year ago.]
[At that time, Yu Xiaogang was still noticeably shorter.]
[Now, however, he stood nearly 1.8 meters tall.]
[Yu Yuanzhen himself was only slightly taller at around 1.85 meters.]
[Looking at his son, Yu Yuanzhen felt a wave of emotion.]
[The little boy who once barely reached his knee had grown into a young man.]
[Time truly passed quickly.]
["Father."]
[Yu Xiaogang smiled.]
[Then he looked Yu Yuanzhen up and down before adding casually:]
["You seem to have gained some weight."]
["Looks like life has been treating you well lately."]
[Silence.]
[Then several nearby attendants immediately lowered their heads.]
[Their shoulders trembled slightly.]
[They were trying very hard not to laugh.]
[Only Yu Xiaogang dared to say such things directly to the Sect Master.]
[Yu Yuanzhen's smile froze.]
[Then he rolled his eyes.]
["You little brat."]
["Only you would dare speak to your father this way."]
["The others in this world are either afraid of me or too respectful."]
["Only you and a few old friends dare tease me directly."]
[Despite his complaints, his smile never disappeared.]
[Clearly, he was in an excellent mood.]
[His gaze then shifted toward Lin Lang.]
[The two exchanged a brief nod.]
[Although nothing was said aloud, both understood the meaning behind the gesture.]
[Earlier, Lin Lang had informed Yu Yuanzhen about absorbing the ten-thousand-year Spirit Bone.]
[Originally, he had felt guilty about the matter.]
[Yu Xiaogang had even joked that he could simply keep it a secret.]
[However, Lin Lang's conscience wouldn't allow it.]
[In the end, he reported everything honestly.]
[Yu Yuanzhen's response had been simple.]
["Since it's already been used, then so be it."]
["But never forget Xiaogang's trust."]
[Those words had remained deeply engraved in Lin Lang's heart.]
[Even now, he felt grateful.]
[To him, both father and son had shown extraordinary generosity.]
[After greeting Lin Lang, Yu Yuanzhen's gaze finally landed on Bibi Dong.]
[The moment he saw her, his expression became interesting.]
[Very interesting.]
["Your Excellency Thunder."]
[Bibi Dong bowed respectfully.]
[No matter where she went, she always maintained proper etiquette toward powerful spirit masters.]
[Yu Yuanzhen nodded.]
[Then he examined her carefully before speaking.]
["You're Qian Xunji's disciple, aren't you?"]
["What brings you here?"]
[As he asked the question, his eyes slowly shifted toward Yu Xiaogang.]
[Then a knowing smile appeared on his face.]
[It was the sort of smile every father used when teasing his son about girls.]
[The message was obvious.]
["Not bad, kid."]
[Yu Xiaogang instantly understood.]
[He rubbed his nose awkwardly and looked away.]
[Meanwhile, Bibi Dong remained completely unaware of the silent exchange occurring before her.]
["I came to witness something unprecedented," she answered honestly.]
["I suspect his third spirit ring will be unlike anything ever seen before."]
["Missing such an event would be a great regret."]
[Yu Yuanzhen nodded thoughtfully.]
[Then he began asking ordinary questions.]
[What level was she now?]
[How was her cultivation progressing?]
[How was Qian Xunji doing?]
[The questions themselves were completely normal.]
[The problem was Yu Yuanzhen's expression.]
[Throughout the entire conversation, he maintained that infuriatingly satisfied smile.]
[It made him look like a father secretly evaluating his future daughter-in-law.]
[Several times, Yu Xiaogang tried to interrupt.]
[Each time, Yu Yuanzhen casually pushed him aside with one hand.]
["Stand over there."]
["Adults are talking."]
[Yu Xiaogang's face darkened immediately.]
[Meanwhile, Yu Yuanzhen's smile only widened.]
[Clearly, he was enjoying himself immensely.]
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