Douluo's Spiritual Pearl and Divine Sword

[TL:More release until the end of the bet]

Dugu Bo took the two soul bones and examined them carefully. One was a skull, and the other a left arm bone. The aura they emitted wasn't particularly strong and their quality seemed mediocre.

He wasn't surprised. How could the Spirit Hall possibly give him anything truly precious? Yet he couldn't help but notice that the skull had poisonous attributes and it seemed like they deliberately chose it to mock him. Although the poison attribute matched his, Dugu Bo already had the Medusa Skull.

The Medusa's Gaze he used earlier was a soul bone skill. Therefore, even if this new skull suited him, he wouldn't be able to absorb two poison-type soul bones at once.

But Dugu Bo wasn't bothered. Since he couldn't use the bones why not give them to his granddaughter? Watching him walk away with two soul bones at once filled everyone present with envy, bordering on madness. But with so many Titled Douluo around, none of them dared make a move.

"Old ghost, when did you become so shameless? Attacking a child who's only nine years old!" Dugu Bo sneered While the soul bones compensated for their past conflict, his disdain for the Spirit Hall remained and he didn't mind taking more jabs.

"Hmph" Gui Mei retorted "I was merely testing him. As a Titled Douluo, do you think I'd truly harm a child?Poison Douluo, now that you've got your soul bones, don't interfere in matters between the Spirit Hall and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan"

Dugu Bo scoffed but stepped back. Just then Chen Xin stepped forward with a murderous aura "Testing him? Is that your excuse? Gui mei, if you don't give me an explanation today, you'll regret it."

Gui Mei's attack hadn't been lethal, but it was reckless. Chen Xin being Tianlin's master, couldn't overlook it.

Gui Mei remained defiant "I've already said it was a test. The boy's unharmed. If it's such a big deal, I'll apologize. Now, are you satisfied?"

Before Chen Xin could respond Tianlin tugged his sleeve "Master, I'm fine. Don't worry." He shook his head subtly "There's no need to escalate this."

Chen Xin clenched his fists but complied standing protectively beside Tianlin, watching Gui Mei closely.

Gui Mei smirked but he knew he wouldn't get another chance to act. His surprise attack had failed, and attacking now would only provoke an outright conflict with Chen Xin.

He quickly shifted focus. "Let's get back to the point. My Spirit Hall has granted Yin Mengyang the title Thunder God. Any objections?"

This was his primary goal. He wouldn't back down.

Huyan Zhen, ever eager to curry favor with the Spirit Hall chuckled "Master Ning, the Spirit Hall has bestowed such a powerful title upon His Majesty. Aren't you being rude by not thanking them?"

Tianlin smiled, stepping forward "Accept it. It's not a big deal."

He turned to Dugu Bo "Senior, thank you for saving me earlier. By the way, what's your title? Poison Douluo or Jade Scale Douluo?"

Dugu Bo's eyes twinkled with understanding. He grinned maliciously "Of course, I am the Poison Douluo who dominates the world!"

The crowd chuckled at his defiance. Jade Scale Douluo was the official title recorded by the Spirit Hall, but Dugu Bo never accepted it. To him, Poison Douluo was his rightful name.

Gui Mei's expression darkened. Tianlin had thwarted his plans again. The message was clear: the Spirit Hall could record whatever titles they wanted in their Douluo Hall, but the world would recognize whatever title a Douluo chose for himself.

Yin Mengyang stepped forward and bowed slightly "Thank you for the title, Guimei. I, Thunder Eagle Douluo, express my gratitude."

"Congratulations, Thunder Eagle Douluo!"

"Long live His Majesty the Thunder Eagle!"

Yu Yuanzhen and Shi Lei congratulated him warmly, while the Spirit Hall delegation stood awkwardly, realizing their plan was falling apart.

Yin Mengyang's approach mirrored Dugu Bo's. The Spirit Hall could call him whatever they wanted on paper, but the world would follow his own title and this blatant resistance to the Spirit Hall's authority would undoubtedly spread dissatisfaction across the continent.

People sought strength to gain freedom. What was the point of cultivation if even Titled Douluo were forced to obey the Spirit Hall?

Gui Mei clenched his fists glaring at Tianlin. 'Damn brat!'

At that moment, a young man in fiery red armor stepped forward. His eyes burned with fury "How dare you disrespect the Spirit Hall? Are you seeking death?"

Tianlin looked at him calmly. "Who are you?"

"I am Yan, a disciple of the Spirit Hall. I challenge you to a death match. Do you dare accept?"

Tianlin raised an eyebrow. Yan? One of the three prodigies of the Spirit Hall's golden generation. The remaining two must be nearby.

As if on cue, two more figures stepped forward. One wielded a moon-shaped blade, and the other had a fox-like charm.

"I am Xie Yue, disciple of Ghost Douluo. Will you fight me to the death?"

"And I" the fox-like girl added with a smirk "am Hu Liena, disciple of His Holiness the Pope."

Their arrogance was palpable. To them, the Spirit Hall was supreme, and anyone disrespecting it deserved death.

Gui Mei seized the moment "Clan head Ning, how about a bet?"

Ning Fengzhi narrowed his eyes. "What kind of bet?"

Gui Mei grinned "Simple. Each side selects three young participants. If the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan wins, we won't interfere with the title conferring. But if we win, Yin Mengyang will publicly accept the title of Thunder God across the continent."

The crowd murmured. The Spirit Hall's three disciples were already Four-Ring Soul Sects, while the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan lacked anyone comparable in that age group.

Huyan Zhen chuckled. "What's the matter, Master Ning? Don't tell me you're afraid?"

Ning Fengzhi frowned, unsure whether to accept.

Tianlin spoke up with a sly grin "Master Ning, let me handle this."

He turned to Gui Mei "Your bet is too one-sided. If you want us to accept, you must sweeten the deal."

Gui Mei's interest piqued "And what do you suggest?"

Tianlin raised a finger "A soul bone. A ten-thousand-year gem-type soul bone. Nothing less."

The crowd gasped at his audacity.

Tianlin continued "Also, I'll be the only one fighting. No need for three matches. One battle to settle it all. Do you dare accept?"