Douluo: I achieve godhood through System

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At this point, Wang Li finally had the leisure to observe his surroundings. If his guess was correct, this should be the valley where the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eyes were located. He spoke up:

"Senior, the place you've chosen has an incredibly dense concentration of soul power around it. Would it be possible for me to cultivate here? I feel my martial soul and soul power are extremely active, and I might be able to cultivate faster!"

Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo proudly began to explain:

"Of course. Would I choose an ordinary place as my retreat? But don't even think about cultivating here. It's not that I refuse, but that you simply can't withstand it."

"In the center of this valley, there is a spring that merges both extremely hot and extremely cold energies. With the support of these forces, the entire valley is filled with a conflict of cold and hot soul power."

"If a low-level soul master or soul beast accidentally enters this place, they will be torn apart and die from the clash between these two opposing soul powers."

"I chose this place because it can suppress my poison. Even Yan Yan, I don't let her stay here for long."

At this point, Dugu Bo cast a threatening glance at Wang Li and added:

"Also, you little rascal, could you let go of my granddaughter's hand?"

Wang Li smiled awkwardly. Let go? It was impossible to let go. Without holding on, he'd feel completely insecure! He could only squeeze Dugu Yan's hand, hoping she would intercede for him.

Dugu Yan gave him a playful look before turning to Dugu Bo and coquettishly saying:

"Grandpa~~"

Dugu Bo sighed in resignation, looking up at the sky. Out of sight, out of mind. Dugu Bo was not easily swayed by soft or hard tactics. When had he ever been controlled by anyone? But since this was his granddaughter, his last remaining family, he had no choice but to relent.

At that moment, Wang Li was determined. He could not leave empty-handed from this treasure land. He had to stay, no matter what. He turned to Dugu Bo and said seriously:

"Senior, may we visit the spring in the center of the valley?"

Dugu Bo lowered his head and gazed deeply at Wang Li. This was their first meeting, but since his granddaughter, Dugu Yan, trusted Wang Li so much, he was willing to give him some trust in return.

That spring, though important to him, could never be more important than his granddaughter. With that in mind, he finally spoke:

"Fine, if you want to see it, go ahead. It will also eliminate any thoughts you have of cultivating here!"

Under Dugu Bo's guidance, they quickly reached the center of the valley.

The extreme heat and cold of the soul power reached their peak here. Just standing still was uncomfortable, with alternating sensations of intense heat and cold.

Before them lay a spring with water that was distinctly red and blue, each color separated yet coexisting within the same spring, a truly strange sight.

Around the spring, numerous rare and exotic plants were growing, each unique in form, all swaying gently in the air.

Dugu Bo solemnly reminded them:

"This is the spring. Do not touch it. The red water is extremely hot and can boil a person alive in an instant. The blue water is incredibly cold and can freeze someone in a moment. Also, be careful with the surrounding exotic plants."

"Do not touch them either. Even I only recognize some of them. Among these plants are both medicinal herbs and poisonous plants, all of which are extremely domineering."

Wang Li, somewhat distracted, nodded absentmindedly. His attention was mostly focused on his internal condition.

The extreme heat and cold soul power immediately began to clash against his meridians upon entering his body. It also impacted his physical state. While this might not have a significant immediate effect, over time, it would eventually cause him to explode from within.

This was the normal response, but Wang Li was no ordinary person. His martial soul's talent, the "Vitality" trait, and the passive "Resilience" were gradually beginning to take effect, helping him recover and strengthen his body.

The extreme heat and cold soul power were soon tamed, merging with his own soul power. It felt like consuming a powerful tonic, and his martial soul was filled with a sense of elation.

Wang Li realized that, compared to the external soul power, this extreme heat and cold were of exceptionally high quality. Ordinary people would never have the fortune to experience them, but he was perfectly suited for this place. It was the ideal environment for him to cultivate, with both high-quality soul power and surrounding spiritual herbs and plants.

With this in mind, he resolutely spoke:

"Senior, I still wish to cultivate here. Please grant me permission!"

As soon as Wang Li finished speaking, Dugu Yan immediately responded in a worried tone:

"Xiao Li, this place is very dangerous. You have great talent, and in just one or two years, you'll definitely be able to break through to level 30 soul power and gain your third soul ring, becoming a Soul Sovereign. There's really no need to take such a risk!"

Although Dugu Bo didn't like Wang Li, especially since he was the boy trying to take his granddaughter away, he couldn't help but feel concerned for Wang Li's safety. After all, Wang Li's second soul skill could suppress the toxicity of the Green Phosphor Snake, and he definitely didn't want to see him get hurt.

At this moment, he also spoke seriously:

"Boy, what Yan Yan said is for your own good. Even though your martial soul is just a mutated Blue Silver Grass, your soul power of level 25 at age nine shows your potential. As long as you proceed steadily, you should be fine. Taking risks could cost you your life!"

Wang Li looked between Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo, smiling confidently as he replied:

"Yan Yan, Senior, there's something I haven't mentioned. Actually, I broke through to level 26 soul power not long ago. It wasn't a big deal that I hadn't reached level 30 yet, so I didn't go around telling people."

As he spoke, both Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo looked at him in shock. Wang Li continued:

"I want to stay here and cultivate because, first, my martial soul is truly suited for this place, and I can feel that. Second, if I don't cultivate here quickly, how can I fully suppress the poison in Yan Yan's body? How can I help Senior alleviate the pain?"

"If both Senior and Yan Yan are suffering from the poison in your martial souls, I believe that once I reach Soul King or even Soul Emperor, I'll be able to help suppress the poison and relieve the pain."

Dugu Yan was deeply moved, but the more Wang Li insisted, the more reluctant she was to let him take the risk. It was a classic case of caring too much.

However, Dugu Bo agreed:

"If you want to stay, stay. Yan Yan, don't worry. If this little brat can't handle it in the end, I'll send him back to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy."

With that kind of determination and potential, Dugu Bo had begun to acknowledge Wang Li, even if he had a rough personality due to his use of poison. He didn't like interacting with others, but he wasn't blind to what was good or bad.

When Dugu Bo said this, Dugu Yan felt a bit more at ease. After a brief silence, she smiled and said:

"Grandpa, it's so hot and cold here. Let's take Xiao Li to Heaven Dou City. I promised to take him into the city for some fun."

This was a small matter, but before they left, Wang Li asked:

"Senior, does the spring have a name?"

Dugu Bo responded:

"There's no record of it in the ancient texts. I discovered it by chance and realized it could suppress the poison, so I made it my retreat."

Wang Li smiled:

"In that case, why not call it the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eyes?"

Dugu Bo thought for a moment:

"That's quite fitting. You sure know how to name things, kid."

(End of Chapter)