Douluo: I’m Cultivating Immortality, and I’m Still a Titled Douluo?

As the overwhelming aura surged in, sweeping across the surroundings, a familiar voice reached Dugu Bo's ears.

"Old Poison, you're doing quite well for yourself, huh? It's only been a while since we last met, and you've already reached the peak of Rank 97 as a Titled Douluo."

When Lu Yunzhou spoke, the teasing tone in his voice was unmistakable.

Breaking through to Rank 97 as a Titled Douluo was indeed impressive, but to come flaunting it like this? If he ever reached Rank 98 as a Super Douluo, wouldn't Dugu Bo practically ascend to the heavens in arrogance?

Because of this, Lu Yunzhou decided to knock Dugu Bo down a peg, ensuring he didn't grow too conceited. After all, the current Douluo Continent was beginning to transition into an era of immortal cultivators. What did a mere Titled Douluo count for in such times?

As Lu Yunzhou's words landed, Dugu Bo used the opportunity to escape the precarious and oppressive situation he had been trapped in.

After taking a moment to compose himself, a trace of self-mockery appeared on his face. With a wry tone, he retorted, "Hmph, so what if I'm doing well? Can I possibly compare to you?"

Despite his words, the astonishment and disbelief in Dugu Bo's eyes were evident. After swallowing his apprehension, he cautiously asked, "Lu kid, what's going on with you now? Are you already at the late or perfected stage of Foundation Establishment?"

He sighed and continued, "I have to admit, you immortal cultivators are terrifying. We've only been apart for a month, and you've already leapt across so many minor realms. It's enough to make this old man envious. So, tell me—what kind of ridiculous luck did you stumble upon this time?"

When he finished, Dugu Bo pursed his lips, his emotions a mixture of awe and frustration.

There's an old saying: First, you fear your brother living in hardship; later, you fear your brother driving a luxury carriage. It perfectly encapsulated Dugu Bo's current mood.

Facing Dugu Bo's probing, Lu Yunzhou descended gracefully from the azure sky. He replied calmly, "The late stage of Foundation Establishment? Perfection? No, no, I haven't reached that yet. I've only just entered the Golden Core stage."

As Lu Yunzhou spoke, a surge of terrifying, unparalleled power erupted from his body—the unmistakable aura of Golden Core mana!

In the stages of immortal cultivation, during Qi Refinement and Foundation Establishment, cultivators practice and utilize Spiritual Energy. However, upon reaching the Golden Core stage, they transcend to harnessing "Heaven and Earth Qi," which manifests as Mana.

In essence, the breakthrough from Foundation Establishment to Golden Core represents a qualitative leap. During this transformation, the Spiritual Energy circulating within a cultivator's body is refined into purer, more potent Mana.

Simply put, Mana is vastly superior to Spiritual Energy.

After regaining his senses and repeatedly confirming the truth of what he had felt, Dugu Bo was left speechless.

He had spent most of his life arduously cultivating, only to find himself surpassed by a fledgling immortal cultivator in just three years. Who could he complain to about such a bitter reality?

At that moment, Dugu Bo noticed something unusual—a longsword beneath Lu Yunzhou's feet and, seemingly, another figure standing behind him.

Intrigued, a mischievous glint appeared in Dugu Bo's eyes. With a grin, he quipped, "Tsk, tsk, it seems that during this little trip of yours, not only did you obtain a great opportunity to break through to the Golden Core stage, but you also… brought back a beauty!"

Joking aside, Dugu Bo was certain that the person flying with Lu Yunzhou couldn't possibly be a man. It didn't take much thought to figure out that the figure behind him must be a woman.

Before Lu Yunzhou could respond, Dugu Bo pressed further, grinning slyly. "Come on, tell me—which family's young lady has taken a liking to you, you rascal?"

At this, Lu Yunzhou's lips curved into a confident smile. With an air of pride, he replied, "It's nothing much—just the granddaughter of Spirit Hall's Judgement Elder, Qian Daoliu."

Before Dugu Bo could react, Lu Yunzhou added, "Xue'er, come and greet your Uncle Dugu."

Following Lu Yunzhou's cue, Qian Renxue obediently stepped forward. Emerging from behind Lu Yunzhou, she bowed slightly to Dugu Bo in respect before speaking with a warm smile. "Greetings, Uncle Dugu. I am Qian Renxue, daughter of Qian Xunji and granddaughter of Qian Daoliu. On behalf of my father and grandfather, I extend their regards to you."

As Dugu Bo observed Qian Renxue's golden hair and recalled the previous Pope of Spirit Hall, his expression twitched involuntarily. Smiling stiffly, he replied, "Ah, so you're Spirit Hall's young mistress. It's an honor to meet you."

Truth be told, Dugu Bo had never imagined that Lu Yunzhou would successfully court the daughter of Qian Xunji, the former Pope of Spirit Hall. What's more, she seemed utterly devoted to him.

To think, Qian Xunji was the scion of the Angel Clan, a figure revered across the continent, and Qian Daoliu was an unparalleled powerhouse, one of the foremost experts of their time.

That Lu Yunzhou dared to pursue their descendant… wasn't he afraid of being struck down by Qian Daoliu's Angelic Sword?

With these doubts swirling in his mind, Dugu Bo asked hesitantly, "And what about my granddaughter? Didn't she accompany you?"

Clearly perplexed, he added, "Isn't my Yan'er good enough? Sure, she can be a bit headstrong and domineering, but I think she's an exceptional girl."

When Dugu Bo saw the chance for familial ties to strengthen slip away, he couldn't help but feel a pang of regret.

Hearing this, Lu Yunzhou responded bluntly, "No."

"Where is she, then?"

"She's in the Ethereal Sanctuary."

"The Ethereal Sanctuary? What's that? I've never heard of it."

"It's an immortal cultivator faction I established."

With that, Lu Yunzhou and Dugu Bo engaged in a long conversation, during which Dugu Bo learned about everything that had transpired while he was in seclusion.

After a while, Dugu Bo shook his head in amazement. "To think that in just one month, you've accomplished so many astonishing feats. Truly, you are unmatched."

Then, with a curious expression, he asked, "So, what brings you to my humble abode this time?"

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