Chapter 41: Feeling Frustrated
Chapter 41: Feeling Frustrated
"Come with me."
Chen Xin didn't know what kind of trick Dugu Bo was up to, but she believed that Dugu Bo wouldn't joke about the matter of recognizing a master.
A titled Douluo's reputation is not something that can be easily discarded.
He didn't believe Dugu Bo would do something so shameful, since he was using the excuse of recognizing a master to enter the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
"Young Master, I've arrived!"
Dugu Bo spent three days storing up a considerable amount of ice and fire spiritual energy, and after settling Dugu Yan in, he went directly to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
He had thought a lot over the past three days. Since he had already sworn an oath, he might as well be completely loyal.
Moreover, Gu Xuan's talent is obvious to all; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to describe it as freakish.
With such talent, reaching the pinnacle of the Soul Master world will be a breeze. Moreover, given the lingering bond between them after he leaves, Gu Xuan will certainly not let Yan Yan suffer.
"Yes, it's here."
Gu Xuan was still practicing combat skills with A Fu when he saw Dugu Bo arrive and stopped.
"Your Majesty the Sword, Your Majesty the Poison."
Afu also saw Chenxin following behind Dugu Bo. He wasn't worried about Gu Xuan's safety, but he was a little confused by how Dugu Bo addressed Gu Xuan.
You, a titled Douluo, call yourself a young master of the Great Soul Master.
And their young master actually agreed?
Is his young master so charismatic that even a titled Douluo couldn't help but come over and bow down in worship?
"Xiao Xuan, what's going on between you and that old poisoner?"
Chen Xin saw that Gu Xuan did indeed know Dugu Bo, and did not object to Dugu Bo's address. His brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.
This Dugu Bo is no ordinary Title Douluo; he is a weapon of immense destructive power, comparable to a nuclear weapon for Soul Masters.
Originally a retainer of the Heavenly Dou Empire, now that they have taken Gu Xuan as their master, the relationship between the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Heavenly Dou Empire may become strained as a result.
What's more, they didn't know anything about such an important matter beforehand.
"We met in Sunset Forest. He saw my second spirit ring and knew about me. In order to prevent my information from being exposed and attracting danger, Grandpa Bone forced him to swear an oath with his spirit to acknowledge me as his master."
Starting today, he and Afu will be responsible for my daily life and protection.
After all, Grandpa also needs to fulfill his responsibilities of protecting Uncle Ning and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, so he can't waste too much time on me.
Gu Xuan casually brushed the matter aside.
"So that's how it is."
Chen Xin nodded thoughtfully.
Gu Xuan's talent must not be exposed at the moment. If outsiders find out, they will have no choice but to join him, except for death.
It's a pity that Dugu Bo's strategic value was lost; his strength as a Title Douluo was sufficient.
The most important point is that he and Gu Rong really cannot wholeheartedly devote themselves to Gu Xuan, as protecting the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is their responsibility.
Looking at Dugu Bochen, he felt a surge of emotion; this old man had indeed changed.
Not only did they arrange for a Soul Douluo to ensure Gu Xuan's safety, they also arranged for a Title Douluo.
"In that case, welcome to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Old Poison Master. Feng Zhi is busy outside right now and doesn't have time to entertain you. When he returns, he will definitely throw a banquet to celebrate your joining our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
Chen Xin softened his attitude towards Dugu Bo, after all, they would be working together in the future, so there was no reason to strain their relationship.
"Take care of each other, take care of each other."
Dugu Bo didn't put on airs, mainly because he couldn't beat Chen Xin either.
"By the way, Xiao Xuan, I noticed your fight with Afu just now only involved some basic fist and foot techniques. Would you like me to teach you some swordsmanship so you can be more flexible in future battles?"
Chen Xin had watched the scene of Gu Xuan fighting A Fu, and to be honest, he was very moved.
Gu Xuan's combat awareness and timing were very accurate. A Great Soul Master relied on his physical strength and martial arts skills to create the aura of a Soul Sect.
With such talent in martial arts, he couldn't even imagine what he would look like after practicing swordsmanship.
"Grandpa Sword, I won't waste your time. I feel that things are fine as they are. As a beast spirit, I don't really like fighting with weapons. I prefer the feeling of punches landing to swords."
Gu Xuan politely declined.
How could he not like playing with swords?
It should be noted that his second martial soul, the Pure Yang Sword, is a rare divine weapon. Although it is not as famous as swords like the Immortal Execution Sword, the Haotian Sword, or the Qingping Sword, it still has a certain reputation.
And he looks especially cool wielding a sword.
He will definitely practice swordsmanship in the future, but not now.
He felt that his relationship with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was already good, but not too close. If he were to develop a master-disciple relationship with Chen Xin, the bond would be much stronger.
"Alright, but you can come to me anytime if you have any questions about cultivation in the future."
Chen Xin sighed, there was nothing he could do. After all, the other person didn't like playing with swords, and there was nothing he could do. He couldn't very well ask a Tyrannosaurus Rex to wield a sword and compete with someone else in swordplay, could he?
It just doesn't look right.
Chen Xin was clearly a little depressed after being rejected by Gu Xuan again. After telling Gu Xuan that he had changed his mind and could go to him, he turned around and flew away on his sword.
He hadn't cared much about it before, but ever since Gu Rong had Gu Xuan to inherit his mantle, the idea of finding a successor suddenly popped into his head.
Unfortunately, his requirements were too high, which meant that those children who had awakened their sword spirits had no chance of being noticed by him.
After much thought, he realized that Gu Xuan, who had grasped the essence of swordsmanship in a single battle, was the one who suited his taste the best.
Unfortunately, the falling flowers are willing, but the flowing water is indifferent.
Furthermore, due to the nature of their relationship, Chen Xin could only choose to be resentful rather than humiliated.
"Hehe, young master, I've come to report to you."
Dugu Bo rubbed his hands as he approached Gu Xuan. This was the first time he had ever humbled himself before, and he didn't know how to act after acknowledging someone as his master, so his actions were somewhat strange.
Having been in a high position for so long, I'm not used to being a servant anymore.
"It's alright, just keep a calm mind. Ah Fu will take you for a walk around the area in a bit. No outsiders usually come near this mountain except for us, and you don't have much to do."
Also, from now on I'll call you Old Poison.
From now on, you and Afu will take turns being my sparring partners.
Gu Xuan didn't care about this; Dugu Bo's main task was to ensure his safety before he grew up.
As for making Dugu Bo humble and subservient?
He's not so unethical as to seek validation from his own people.
He also discovered that sparring with someone of lower cultivation level is indeed very mentally taxing, especially the final mental pressure training. Even as a Soul Douluo, Afu would be exhausted after completing a set of these techniques.
Now that Dugu Bo has arrived, it's a good opportunity for the two of them to take turns.
This also allowed him to better adapt to the diverse combat styles of Soul Masters.
"good!"
"yes!"
Dugu Bo and Afu nodded at the same time. Dugu Bo had no objection. He was just a Great Soul Master. Even if he had to hold back, how much trouble would it be?
Afu glanced at Dugu Bo with a hint of resentment.
He didn't know about anything else, but just like with Gu Xuan, although he was very tired after cultivating, he would gain a slight increase in strength after Gu Xuan restored him.
Originally, these were things he enjoyed alone, but now Dugu Bo has suddenly joined in.
He wasn't angry, but he was somewhat depressed.
But he dared not vent his emotions, after all, one was the young master and the other was a titled Douluo, so he could only feel frustrated and humiliated.
Dugu Bo was confused by the look he was getting. He thought, "I'm here to help you with your work, but why do you look like I owe you money?"
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