Chapter 103: Dugu Shuo Breaks Through
"No matter who you are, you've already chosen the path of death. If I, Tang San, don't avenge this, I swear I'm no longer human!"
Hatred burned in Tang San's heart as his eyes turned cold and venomous.
That terrifying gaze shocked Ning Rongrong and the others.
But remembering his ferocity when school first started—his relentless spirit and mastery of hidden weapons—they knew Tang San was not one to provoke.
After suffering such a loss, it was only natural he would seek revenge. Otherwise, he wouldn't be Tang San.
Flender and Zhao Wuji exchanged helpless glances.
Those eight spider legs were no ordinary thing—and they had been devoured by that evil soul master.
It was likely that the spider legs had drawn the evil soul master to Tang San in the first place.
How were they ever going to explain this to Tang Hao or Yu Xiaogang?
Flender's headache only grew worse.
High above the sky, two Emerald Dragon Serpents flew swiftly.
On their backs were Dugu Feng and Old Scorpion.
After escaping the Titan Giant Ape's pursuit, the two immediately left the Star Dou Forest.
Having obtained the Eight Spider Lances, their mission was complete—it was time to return.
More importantly, Heaven Dou City was bustling with major events, and Dugu Feng didn't want to miss them.
The gates of the Clear Sky Sect lay only three hundred li east of Heaven Dou City.
That mountain range was the tallest within a thousand kilometers, surrounded by hills and forests, unlike the vast plains and dense cities elsewhere.
It was a region perfectly suited for human habitation—hence why the Heaven Dou Empire built its capital there.
That same mountain was also where Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu once dueled. After losing one move, Qian Daoliu swore never to step upon that mountain again.
Even after Tang Hao indirectly killed his son, Qian Daoliu never attacked the Clear Sky Sect.
Now, though Bibi Dong had also refrained from doing so, word had reached Dugu Feng and Old Scorpion upon leaving the Star Dou Forest: powerful members of the Spirit Hall had entered Heaven Dou City.
This caused tension to skyrocket among the Heaven Dou Empire and Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
"Old Scorpion, do you think there will be a fight outside Heaven Dou City?" Dugu Feng asked excitedly. Having stolen Tang San's external spirit bone, he was in high spirits.
Old Scorpion chuckled. "That depends on whether the Clear Sky Sect has the guts to fight.
Of the former twin stars of the sect, the elder brother is steady, the younger brother reckless. The sect is under the elder's control now, so I doubt he'll risk an all-out war. He'll likely continue to endure."
Dugu Feng grinned. "I actually hope they do fight. If both sides lose a few Title Douluo, all the better.
Let's see about Tang Hao—he's the hot-headed one."
Chatting casually, the two made their leisurely way back to Heaven Dou City.
When Dugu Feng returned home, he immediately noticed the clan members brimming with excitement.
Could it be…
He rushed to the ancestral hall and indeed found its doors wide open.
Dugu Shuo stood at the entrance, awaiting him.
"Father, you broke through to Soul Douluo!" Dugu Feng exclaimed in delight.
"Yes, I did," his father replied calmly. "Feng'er, you've done well these past days—eliminating Yang Wushuang and helping the clan cultivate. You've exceeded my expectations."
Dugu Shuo's tone carried pride and satisfaction.
Even from the harshest perspective, he could ask no more of his son.
"Feng'er, what are your plans next?" Dugu Shuo asked.
"I plan to return to the academy to train. My strength is still too weak. I can't waste any time," Dugu Feng said firmly.
"Good. Heaven Dou City is lively these days, and so is the Royal Academy.
At your age, it's good to mingle with peers—staying active sharpens your edge and quickens cultivation.
You know, Feng'er, what I look forward to most is your fifth spirit ring. Once you reach that stage, you can cultivate the Tyrant Poison—the true inheritance of our Dugu family."
A look of longing appeared on Dugu Shuo's face.
To Dugu Feng, that was also a dream worth pursuing.
Now that he possessed two external spirit bones, his chances of success were much higher.
"Father, I will not disappoint you," said Dugu Feng.
"Oh, right—Feng'er, regarding your plans for Canghui Academy, Old Snake has already begun handling it."
Dugu Feng's eyes lit up and he nodded.
For a great family, how could they not have their own soul master academy? Once Old Snake took control of Canghui Academy, they would relocate it to Heaven Dou City.
By turning it into part of the clan's power base, they could ensure a steady flow of talented soul masters for generations.
Dugu Feng explained his thoughts to his father, who merely waved a hand in approval, granting him full freedom to proceed.
After leaving the ancestral hall, Dugu Feng returned to his room.
He took off his shirt, eager to feel the power of his newly obtained external spirit bone.
Though he said he wanted to train, his real purpose was to stabilize his new acquisition.
The Scorpion Tail he gained from his second spirit ring had long fused completely with his body.
But the Eight Spider Lances he had just acquired still needed integration.
He activated his Martial Spirit Possession.
A yellow, purple, and two more purple spirit rings pulsed rhythmically around him.
His soul power surged through his back, flowing along his spine and ribs.
Bathed in soul power, faint purple light shimmered all over his body, concentrating mainly on his back.
Soon, eight bulges formed at the ends of his ribs.
It was his second time releasing the Eight Spider Lances—the first being when he devoured their energy.
Pain shot through his back, but only briefly. Moments later, the lances burst forth.
The eight segmented spider legs extended until they struck the ground, lifting his body slowly into the air.
He hovered nearly a meter above the floor, supported by the eight razor-sharp limbs.
Fortunately, he wasn't heavy and the granite floor was solid enough to withstand their points without puncturing.
He slowly raised four of the spider legs, mimicking a spider's gait, and circled around.
Then he swung two of the legs sharply through the air.
The slicing sound was shrill and piercing—its offensive power far exceeded that of any weapon-type martial spirit he had seen.
However, it consumed a lot of soul power.
In just a short while, nearly a fifth of his energy was gone.
No—that was because the Eight Spider Lances had not yet fully fused with his body!
Once completely integrated with his skeleton, they would move like extensions of his own arms, greatly reducing energy drain.
He recalled how proficiency with his Scorpion Tail had similarly decreased consumption over time.
Next, he would continue training with the Eight Spider Lances in his private cultivation chamber—built in the underground lair once used by the Heaven Ghost Scorpion Soul Master.
It was sturdy, secluded, and perfect for strengthening himself.
After practicing the lances for a while, Dugu Feng retracted them. The eight limbs slid smoothly back into his ribcage.
The Eight Spider Lances possessed even greater piercing power than the Scorpion Tail, ideal for complex terrain and clearly superior in real combat.
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