69novels Chapter 308, the First Layer of Insurance
Chapter 308, the First Layer of Insurance
Chapter 308 The Previous Layer of Insurance
It's not a question of whether you're afraid or not.
The ghostly hand tumbled beneath the black robe, and he said in a chilling tone:
"In other words, with the Spirit Hall's capabilities, it would be easy for them to eliminate a Title Douluo like you, whose soul power level is only 91."
"Besides, putting aside whether you can beat Chrysanthemum, you should also understand that Chrysanthemum and I have been partners for decades. You don't really think I'm some kind of virtuous gentleman, do you?"
"Let me tell you clearly, if Chrysanthemum hadn't said she would let you off the hook and asked me not to interfere, I would have already punched you."
Dugu Bo paused for a moment.
He understood that what the ghost had said was true.
With the Spirit Hall's resources, if they concentrate their efforts on dealing with him, he will indeed only face certain death.
As a titled Douluo, Dugu Bo knew very well that the Spirit Hall was a very complex place.
On the surface, the only two Title Douluos from the Spirit Hall who travel outside are Ghostly Demon and Chrysanthemum Pass.
But in reality, besides the two of them, there are several other Title Douluos in the Elder Hall of the Spirit Hall.
Moreover, and more importantly.
The Spirit Hall also has a deeply hidden Hall of Worship.
The number of offerings inside is unknown, but every single one of them is a Super Douluo with a soul power level of 96 or above.
Anyone could easily kill him.
Moreover, even if the Spirit Hall's elders don't intervene, he wouldn't be able to handle just the combined attack of Ghostly Charm and Chrysanthemum Pass.
In the end, all they could do was run for their lives.
Otherwise, the odds are definitely against them.
Dugu Bo was speechless at the ghost's words and didn't know how to refute them, so he fell silent.
Listening to their conversation, Raven ate her rabbit meat in small bites, glancing left at Ghost and right at Dugu Bo, her face a little bewildered, wondering why the two had suddenly become at odds.
Dugu Yan, standing to the side, was filled with fear and trepidation, her pretty face etched with worry, lest her grandfather and Ghost Douluo start fighting.
"Cough cough."
At this moment, Ye Qifeng coughed twice, interrupting their verbal sparring, and then spoke:
"So, the root of the problem lies in who poisoned the body."
"I believe that neither Senior Dugu Bo nor Chrysanthemum Douluo are lying. Since it wasn't Senior Dugu Bo who poisoned it, then it must have been someone else."
"In that case, it's very likely that Senior Dugu Bo and Chrysanthemum Douluo were set up by someone."
As he spoke, Ye Qifeng glanced at Dugu Bo, whose brows were beginning to furrow, smiled faintly, and stated his speculation:
"It's likely that someone collected Senior Dugu Bo's Jade Phosphorus Serpent venom in advance and then secretly put it into the food of the Spirit Hall enforcement team led by Chrysanthemum Douluo, causing a conflict between Senior Dugu Bo and Chrysanthemum Douluo, in order to achieve some ulterior motive."
"And this purpose could be for a specific event, or it could be for a specific person. For example, Senior Dugu Bo?"
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo fell into deep thought.
He quickly realized that he had been tricked.
Now that things have come to this point, and he's not stupid, he can easily figure out the connection.
If this was a calculated scheme, who ultimately benefits from it?
Soon, Dugu Bo figured it out.
Prince Snowstar!
Or rather, the Heavenly Dou Royal Family!
Thinking of this, Dugu Bo's expression suddenly turned somewhat unpleasant.
Although it's hard to believe, it's not impossible. After all, the temptation of gaining the support and assistance of a Title Douluo is worth the risk for that weak royal family.
"It seems that you've already figured something out."
Seeing the sudden change in Dugu Bo's expression, knowing that he had considered a certain possibility, Ye Qifeng smiled slightly and said:
"Of course, these are all just speculations, without any real evidence. Everything depends on your own judgment and verification, senior."
After Ye Qifeng finished speaking, he did not say anything more.
This kind of thing is best left unsaid; there's no need to say more. With Dugu Bo's wisdom, he certainly understands what he means.
As for how to verify it afterward, that's Dugu Bo's own business; he knows what to do.
Ye Qifeng doesn't need to worry about him.
Then, he picked up the roasted rabbit that Dugu Yan had handed him and continued eating.
"Understood, I will find an opportunity to investigate thoroughly."
Dugu Bo nodded slightly, seemingly expressionless, but the green light flashing in his eyes became even deeper.
"Miss Yan, please come with me for a moment. I have something to tell you."
After finishing his rabbit lunch, Ye Qifeng turned his head to look at Dugu Yan, who was always secretly observing him, and whispered something in her ear.
Having said that, he stood up straight, stretched out his body, and leaped towards a quiet and beautiful spot in the valley.
"what?"
Dugu Yan was slightly taken aback.
Subconsciously, she looked at her grandfather, Dugu Bo.
"Go quickly, go quickly."
Dugu Bo smiled broadly and winked at her repeatedly.
Clearly, he had also heard what Ye Qifeng said to Dugu Yan.
Seeing her grandfather's happy expression, Dugu Yan blushed and suddenly felt that asking her grandfather's opinion was a bit unnecessary. She wished she could have more opportunities to spend time alone with the Holy Son Ye Qifeng.
Of course, Dugu Yan herself also hoped for this.
However, she could clearly sense it.
During the few days they spent together at the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, Saint Ziye Qifeng seemed to be intentionally or unintentionally avoiding her, which made her feel somewhat disheartened.
But at this moment, Saint Ziye Qifeng suddenly suggested that he wanted to speak with her alone. Dugu Yan felt both happy and shy.
Although she didn't know what he wanted to say, for some reason, Dugu Yan had a vague sense of unease and couldn't help but feel uneasy.
I had hoped to get a little encouragement from my grandfather, but he was so direct and even started urging me on.
Dugu Yan quickly gathered her thoughts, activated her soul power, and with a graceful and agile movement, chased after the handsome figure in front of her.
After a while.
Ye Qifeng and Dugu Yan stopped one after the other on a clean and tidy boulder.
The boulder is huge, embedded in the valley, like a giant terrace.
Lush green plants grow all around the boulder, extending outwards in concentric circles, creating a vibrant and lively scene.
The environment here is serene and tranquil, making it a natural place suitable for spiritual practice.
It just so happens to be the place where Dugu Yan has been absorbing immortal herbs, practicing poison techniques, and meditating to cultivate her soul power in recent days.
This place is about several hundred meters away from the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye at the bottom of the valley.
Standing on the boulder, one can take in the entire Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire at the bottom of the valley, with no obstruction.
These past few days, Dugu Yan has been cultivating here while keeping a close eye on the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye.
Therefore, every time Ye Qifeng emerged from the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire, Dugu Yan was always able to spot him immediately, rush over, and appear before him in the first instant.
Standing on the edge of the giant rock terrace, Ye Qifeng withdrew his gaze from the distant Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye and turned to look at Dugu Yan, who stood gracefully with slightly pursed red lips and beautiful eyes fixed on him as if harboring some kind of expectation.
After a slight pause, Ye Qifeng spoke in a warm and gentle voice:
"Miss Yan, I heard you're currently studying at the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy?"
"Yes, that's why the Holy Son is asking this."
Dugu Yan brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, her eyes flickered slightly, and she looked at Ye Qifeng's handsome face with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
"You have a good friend at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, right?"
Ye Qifeng did not answer her question, but instead asked another one.
"Is the Holy Son referring to Lingling?"
Dugu Yan was taken aback for a moment, then quickly realized who Ye Qifeng was asking about, and couldn't help but exclaim in surprise:
"Holy Son, you know Lingling?!"
"Oh, it's a pleasure to have met you once."
Ye Qifeng smiled and answered her, then said to her:
"Miss Yan, can I ask you for a favor?"
"Your Majesty, please speak. Grandfather has instructed me that from now on I am your person. Just give the order if you need anything."
Dugu Yan said with a rosy face.
"Ahem, Miss Yan, what are you saying?"
Upon hearing Dugu Yan's ambiguous words, Ye Qifeng couldn't help but gasp.
Dugu Yan knew, of course, that her words were ambiguous; otherwise, she wouldn't have blushed. She said it on purpose.
However, she wasn't wrong; the grandfather and grandson had agreed to work for me, so they were indeed my people.
Ye Qifeng shook his head slightly, not thinking about it any further, and told Dugu Yan what he needed her help with:
"Miss Yan, I need you to do something for me. When you return to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy and see your good friend Ye Lingling, please pass on a message to her for me."
"What did you say?"
Dugu Yan raised her eyes and asked.
"Just tell her that I have a way to break the curse, and that she can come to me if she's willing."
Ye Qifeng smiled slightly and said.
"Huh? A curse? What curse?"
Dugu Yan opened her mouth wide in surprise.
You'll find out then.
Ye Qifeng didn't explain, "Anyway, just pass on the message to Ye Lingling, she'll understand."
"Also, Miss Yan, please remember, this matter must not be known to anyone other than your grandfather."
As he spoke, Ye Qifeng's tone suddenly became more serious.
"Okay, okay! I will definitely pass on the message to Lingling and will not let anyone else know."
Upon seeing this, Dugu Yan's expression also turned serious.
"Then I'll leave it to you."
Upon receiving Dugu Yan's promise, a grateful smile immediately appeared on Ye Qifeng's face.
That smile, gentle and warm like a spring breeze, combined with his handsome appearance and peaceful demeanor, along with standing by the boulder and bathed in the soft light filtering down from above the valley, made Ye Qifeng seem to radiate divine light.
At this moment, looking at Ye Qifeng's figure, Dugu Yan's heart pounded for no reason, as if Ye Qifeng possessed a magical power that made her unable to resist being immersed in it.
At this moment, Ye Qifeng seemed to remember something and suddenly asked:
"By the way, Miss Yan, do you know Yu Tianheng of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan?"
"Ah, I know him. He's also a student at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
Ye Qifeng's sudden question pulled Dugu Yan back from her reverie, and she subconsciously answered.
"Are you two close?"
Ye Qifeng frowned slightly, and the smile on his face suddenly disappeared, making him look somewhat unhappy.
"No, no, I have no relationship with him at all. We're just ordinary classmates in the same college."
"Although he was pursuing me, I never paid any attention to him. My grandfather warned me to stay away from him, and I have always listened to him."
Dugu Yan had been completely focused on Ye Qifeng, and when she saw the smile on Ye Qifeng's face suddenly disappear, she thought he was angry. In her anxiety, she quickly waved her hand and began to explain.
As if afraid that Ye Qifeng would misunderstand.
Dugu Yan's hurried explanation left Ye Qifeng completely bewildered.
"It's alright."
Upon learning that Yu Tianheng had not yet succeeded, Ye Qifeng breathed a sigh of relief.
At least the good cabbages I cultivated haven't been eaten by pigs.
It seems that Dugu Bo also got involved and interfered.
But thinking about it, it makes sense.
Given Yu Tianheng's blatant pursuit of Dugu Yan, there's no reason why Dugu Bo, with his intelligence, wouldn't have seen through his intentions.
As for Dugu Yan, who was originally destined to be with him, why did she eventually lose her heart to Yu Tianheng?
It can only be attributed to the fact that after spending a long time together, she gradually succumbed to Yu Tianheng's intense pursuit.
In addition, Dugu Bo was suffering from a severe poison that had seeped into his bones. He thought his days were numbered and wanted to find a powerful soul master force to back him up so that his granddaughter Dugu Yan could have a future.
Dugu Bo had no choice.
In the end, they could only let it go, allowing Yu Tianheng to take advantage of the situation and steal Dugu Yan's heart.
To avoid this from happening, we need to take precautions.
Ye Qifeng thought to himself silently.
"Are you... are you bothered by my relationship with Yu Tianheng?"
At this moment, Dugu Yan's cheeks flushed slightly, her breathing became a little rapid, and she asked somewhat nervously.
"Of course I mind."
Ye Qifeng was still pondering how to tell Dugu Yan to stay away from Yu Tianheng and completely sever the connection between the two when he heard the question, so he subconsciously replied.
Oh, he actually said he minded? Does this mean he actually cares about me a lot?
Dugu Yan's eyes lit up, and her heart surged with joy. She quickly spoke up and assured Ye Qifeng:
"Don't worry. I'll stay far away from Yu Tianheng from now on. I will absolutely not let any other man get close to me except for you."
"What?"
Upon hearing this, Ye Qifeng was immediately stunned.
I just wanted you to stay away from that bastard Yu Tianheng, not for me to prevent other men from getting close to you.
But soon, Ye Qifeng understood the meaning behind Dugu Yan's words.
If he still doesn't understand after Dugu Yan has put it so clearly, then he really is a pig.
It seems that Dugu Yan has truly taken a liking to him.
It's only been a few days!
anyway.
When did she start liking him?
Could it have been when we first met?
Love at first sight? That can't be, right?
Thinking about it carefully, she came in full of anger, but left shyly in the end, which seems to indicate that something was about to happen.
Especially after helping her consume two celestial herbs and absorb two spirit rings that exceeded her limits, her attitude and behavior towards herself became even more obvious and clear.
Hiss~~.
My damn charm.
Ye Qifeng gasped, his head starting to ache.
Thank you to [月聆雪丶] for the 500 Qidian Coins!
(End of this chapter)