Douluo's Spiritual Pearl and Divine Sword

"Hah!" Half an hour later, Dugu Bo exhaled deeply, standing up and staring at his hands in disbelief "Suppressed… it's really suppressed!"

The joy on his face was unmistakable. The relentless pain and torment he had endured every night for decades had finally eased. He could sense that his poison wouldn't flare up again for at least a month or two.

"Senior, how do you feel? This is a method I developed myself to suppress poison. I'd love to hear your feedback" Tianlin said, smiling calmly.

"What did you say? You created this yourself? It wasn't passed down to you by Chen Xin?" Dugu Bo's eyes widened in astonishment, unable to fathom how an eight-year-old child could produce such a profound technique.

"Yes, senior. I stumbled upon an ancient text when I was young. It recorded numerous detoxification methods. I developed this technique based on those text. Even my master is unaware of it" Jun Tianlin replied casually, echoing an excuse similar to the one Tang San had used in the original story.

The story had obvious gaps, but Jun Tianlin knew Dugu Bo wouldn't dig too deeply. Every soul master had their secrets, and it was natural to keep them hidden.

"Wait… your master doesn't know? Then how do you know my symptoms?" Dugu Bo quickly caught onto a key detail. If Chen Xin wasn't involved, how could this boy know so much about his condition?

Jun Tianlin sighed, his tone tinged with helplessness "Senior, please forgive me. The truth is, my master knows nothing about your symptoms. As of now, I'm the only person on the entire continent who knows. However, if I'd told you that from the beginning, you wouldn't have believed me. Worse, you might've killed me before I could explain."

Dugu Bo narrowed his eyes and studied the boy intently"What a cunning little monster. I'd never have guessed you were only eight years old. You're more like a schemer in a child's body."

He admitted to himself that he had indeed considered killing the boy earlier. But now, all thoughts of harm had vanished. He saw immense value in Tianlin. This boy wasn't just a prodigy — he might genuinely hold the key to curing the poison that plagued both him and his granddaughter, Dugu Yan.

Even if Jun Tianlin couldn't completely cure the poison immediately, the Holy Breath Barrier and the mantra alone had already provided significant relief. For someone like Dugu Bo, who had silently endured suffering for decades, Jin Tianlin was now an invaluable treasure. If anyone dared harm the boy, Dugu Bo would fight them to the death.

"Fine, little monster. If you can truly remove the poison from my body and my granddaughter's, I'll agree to do three things for you — as long as they don't violate my bottom line or principles" Dugu Bo declared.

Tianlin smiled inwardly. It was the same promise Dugu Bo had given Tang San in the original story. Yet, hearing himself called "little monster" made him chuckle. Wasn't that Tang San's title?

"Thank you, senior. However, detoxifying you won't be a quick process. It will take at least half a year. I suggest finding a secure place to continue the treatment. If you stay here at Tiandou Royal Academy, it's only a matter of time before people discover that the mighty Poison Douluo has been poisoned. That wouldn't be ideal."

Jun Tianlin's suggestion was subtle yet clear — he wanted to go to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

Dugu Bo nodded thoughtfully. "You're right. For my own safety, I can't let anyone know about the poison in my body. Let's go to my residence. There's an abundance of medicinal herbs there, which will be convenient for your treatment. Plus, it's close to Tiandou Royal Academy, so you can return whenever you need to."

Tianlin's heart soared with excitement. This was exactly what he wanted. He could hardly wait to explore the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

Upon returning to the academy, Tianlin requested a six-month leave from Meng Shenji and wrote a letter for Gu Ran to deliver to the Qibao Glazed Sect. Finally, he went to see Xue Qinghe to provide an explanation for his upcoming absence.

"Studying poison with Dugu Bo?" Xue Qinghe raised an eyebrow in suspicion.

"Yes, Your Highness. Poison is a double-edged sword. It's difficult to defend against hidden attacks. No matter how strong I become, if I'm ever poisoned, I'll be in grave danger. Learning both poison use and detoxification will make me safer in the future," Tianlin explained.

Xue Qinghe considered his words for a moment before nodding reluctantly. "Fine. But you must return every month to continue our training with Tianxue's power."

With everything settled, Tianlin prepared to leave the next morning, bidding farewell to his friends and teammates.

"Xiaotian, don't forget to keep practicing while you're away. Come back stronger. You're our Imperial Fighting Team's ace," Qin Ming said encouragingly.

"Yeah, without you, the offensive burden falls on me," Yu Tianheng added with a wry smile.

"Isn't that my role?" Gu Ran chimed in.

Yu Tianheng chuckled. "Your attack power can't compare to Tianlin's. You're no substitute."

Gu Ran was speechless. "You don't have to be so blunt about it!"

The group laughed, their lighthearted banter easing the sadness of parting. Soon, Tianlin and Dugu Bo disappeared along the mountain path.

Half a day later, with Dugu Bo moving at full speed, they arrived at the heart of the Sunset Forest — Dugu Bo's secluded home. As they stood before the legendary treasure land, the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, Tianlin's eyes sparkled with excitement.

"The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well… it's real!" Jun Tianlin exclaimed, stretching out his arms as he basked in the extreme heat and cold emanating from the well. His Water and Fire demon Sword element resonated with the environment, confirming that this place was perfect for his cultivation.

"What did you call it? The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well?" Dugu Bo asked puzzled. Despite living here for years, he had never known the true name of this miraculous place.

"Yes, senior. The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well is one of the three great medicinal treasure troves of the continent. Ordinary plants can't survive here due to the extreme climate, but rare herbs thrive. The growth rate of medicinal plants is ten times faster here. Simply put, a herb that takes a hundred years to mature elsewhere would only take ten years here. It's a place where the spiritual energy of heaven and earth converges," Tianlin explained.

Dugu Bo's eyes widened in realization. "No wonder the herbs here are so potent. But I've always been cautious. The herbs are so powerful they could easily kill someone if used incorrectly."

Tianlin nodded "Indeed, senior. But with the right knowledge and methods, this place could become a heaven for both cultivation and healing."

Dugu Bo looked at Jun Tianlin, his excitement barely concealed. For the first time in years, he felt hopeful. Maybe, just maybe, this boy could truly rid him of the poison that had tormented him for so long.