I’ve already become a titled Douluo, and only now the system arrives?

Chapter 62: Xue Beng's Plan, Seeking the Poison Douluo's Aid

Faced with Liu Erlong's astonishment, everyone found it rather expected. After all, they had all come through moments of shock and adversity.

"Hehe, this is just the beginning. Wait until you witness His Majesty's extraordinary training methods; you'll be even more astounded."

Ning Rongrong's eyes sparkled mischievously, already indulging in the fantasy of Liu Erlong's reaction when she saw Qin Xiao's training method, akin to being struck by lightning.

"No worries." Qin Xiao smiled faintly and gestured lightly to Liu Erlong.

Upon hearing this, Liu Erlong subconsciously glanced at Flender.

Her expression was complex.

In her line of sight, Flender nodded slightly, which finally put her mind at ease.

At the same time, she suppressed countless doubts in her heart.

"Humph, Shrek Academy had such a monstrous figure, and you didn't inform me. It's as if you wanted to see me make a fool of myself."

Liu Erlong was somewhat irritated and thought to herself that she would definitely give Flender a piece of her mind later.

"Come, Erlong, let me introduce you. This is Zhao Wuji, the Vice Dean of Shrek Academy."

Flender had no intention of introducing anyone as he was already thinking about how to make his escape.

On the other side, in the Prince's Mansion:

Bang! Xue Beng slammed his palm onto a precious table worth thousands of gold soul coins, causing it to shatter into pieces.

"Royal Uncle, that Qin Xiao really doesn't know his place."

"He's just a Title Douluo, yet he dares to be so arrogant in front of us?"

Xue Beng recalled the events of the past few days and couldn't control his anger. If he were asked about his feelings toward Qin Xiao, there was only one word: hatred!

Qin Xiao had made him lose face, and he wished he could cut Qin Xiao into a thousand pieces!

"Enough."

"If you hadn't been so reckless in the first place and offended Qin Xiao, how could we have caused such a big mess?"

"Royal Uncle, that's not right! You said before that we couldn't let Xue Qinghe become too arrogant and needed to weaken his strength. Without your support, how could I have dared to provoke someone from Shrek Academy?"

Xue Beng tried to shift some of the blame onto his royal uncle.

"So, by helping you, I also made a mistake?"

"This is really causing trouble for oneself!"

Xue Beng was angry, and Xue Xing was even angrier.

Thinking about how he had been humiliated by Qin Xiao, it was like adding fuel to the fire.

He felt that if he didn't vent his anger now, he would explode.

In the spacious room, only Xue Beng was present.

Snap! Xue Beng took a few steps forward and slapped Xue Beng's face hard.

Hoo.

After delivering that slap, he felt so much better.

On the other hand, Xue Beng seemed stunned, and his facial expression seemed frozen.

"You... You hit me!"

"You even hit my face!"

"My father, the king, has never hit me like this."

He was like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, his voice suddenly becoming high-pitched.

"Do you have a problem with me hitting you?" Xue Xing stared at him with a cold expression. "I'm going easy on you. If you were my son, I would have killed you."

In his voice, there was a hidden coldness that Xue Beng could clearly feel.

In the next moment, he sobered up from his anger.

He even felt a sense of fear.

"Um, Royal Uncle, I know I was wrong. Please don't be angry."

"Being a wastrel for so long has caused some minor problems that I can't control."

Xue Beng quickly apologized with a forced smile.

"Humph." Xue Xing snorted coldly. "This is the last time."

"Y-yes, yes."

Xue Beng nodded repeatedly and added, "Royal Uncle, as for Qin Xiao, you don't need to worry about it anymore. I'll go and beg Qin Xiao. No matter what, I must complete the task my father assigned to us."

However...

Xue Xing's response surprised Xue Beng.

He waved his hand dismissively. "Forget it."

"What do you mean, forget it?"

"Shrek Academy's situation has been thoroughly investigated by me. They are so impoverished that they are on the verge of bankruptcy. I originally thought that by offering them some benefits, they would submit and obey. But the appearance of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect changed my mind."

Xue Xing explained, "You've seen how Ning Fengzhi readily offered hundreds of thousands of gold soul coins to Qin Xiao. And there's also a piece of information: Qin Xiao did a huge favor for a Titled Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. From this, it's clear that Qin Xiao has a close relationship with them. Such a character is beyond my means to recruit."

Ah, so you're really giving up?

But if you don't give up, it seems like there's no other way.

Xue Beng suddenly felt helpless.

"Does that mean you're just going to let Qin Xiao go?"

"Don't forget that we have a feud with him. I'm just worried that he might stand against us in the future."

Xue Beng said with a hint of killing intent in his eyes, "Since he can't be of use to me, I can only destroy him. I must eliminate all potential threats at the source."

"Are you planning to... kill him?"

Xue Beng was shocked.

He also wanted to kill Qin Xiao out of anger, but it was just a thought.

Xue Xing has a desire to eliminate Qin Xiao, and he will undoubtedly take action.

However, is it really that simple to deal with Qin Xiao given his strength?

"Qin Xiao is, after all, an expert at the Title Douluo level," he felt it necessary to remind Xue Xing.

Xue Xing spoke solemnly, "I plan to seek assistance from Dugu Bo."

"Dugu Bo? To confront Qin Xiao? Isn't that just sending someone to their death... Well..."

He sneered.

Xue Beng was well aware that despite Dugu Bo being a Title Douluo, when it came to combat power, he dared to say that Dugu Bo ranked second to last among the Title Douluos, with no one daring to claim the last spot.

However, Xue Xing shook his head, "Xue Beng, you must remember that the strength of soul masters isn't determined solely by their soul power. If that were the case, there would be no need for soul masters to engage in spirit battles; they could just display their soul power."

"Dugu Bo, while not strong in personal combat, excels in poison. He can easily massacre an entire city on his own, something many Title Douluos can't achieve."

"Furthermore, although he may not be able to defeat Qin Xiao directly, he can secretly employ his poisonous techniques. I don't believe Qin Xiao can avoid being poisoned?"

Hearing this, Xue Beng's eyes lit up, and he became spirited, "Then we must have Dugu Bo prepare some potent poisons for Qin Xiao, causing his strength to plummet and turning him into an ordinary person."

"By then, let's see if he can still be arrogant."

Xue Beng grew more excited as he spoke.

Xue Xing couldn't take it anymore and had to interrupt him, "Remember, from now on, don't provoke Qin Xiao anymore. Don't let any information leak out. After all, we can't handle the revenge of a Title Douluo."

Xue Beng nodded vigorously, as if he understood, even though he would never dare to flaunt his superiority in front of Qin Xiao.

"Dean, dinner is ready."

As the sun set, the door to the reception hall was knocked upon.

"Uh, has it already gotten this late without me realizing it?"

Without realizing it, Qin Xiao had entered a state of cultivation after Flender introduced himself.

Through the window, he had already seen the lights outside lit up.

"How do you find the food, Your Majesty?"

Flender inquired of Qin Xiao.

"It's not about that. I just have a prior engagement."

Qin Xiao smiled faintly. "Could it be that Your Majesty looks down on the cuisine of our Blue Tyrant Academy?"

"No problem; I can arrange whatever you'd like to eat."

Liu Erlong was a bit puzzled and couldn't help but ask.

"It's not about that. I just have a prior commitment."

Qin Xiao's lips curled up slightly, revealing a charming smile.

He hadn't forgotten Ning Fengzhi's invitation.

Liu Erlong was momentarily lost in thought but quickly snapped back to reality.

"Sorry if I was impolite."

Qin Xiao shook his head and indicated that it was not an issue.

Then, he looked at Flender and the others. "Aren't you going? I remember that Ning Fengzhi also invited you."

"No, thanks."

Flender shook his head.

Only Ning Rongrong emerged from the crowd. "Your Majesty, I'll go. You must take me with you."

Qin Xiao nodded slightly. "Let's go then."

After Qin Xiao and Ning Rongrong disappeared one after the other from their sight, Liu Erlong couldn't help but ask, "Flender, who ultimately invited him?"

"It's someone significant."

Flender spoke with a grave tone.

"Could you please stop playing games with us? Don't forget that I'm impatient by nature," Liu Erlong said, rolling her eyes. "Do you think my punches are too weak?"

Without Qin Xiao's restraint, Liu Erlong had reverted to her true self.

"Um..."

Flender was helpless. "It's Ning Fengzhi, the Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, who invited him to the most luxurious hotel in Tian Dou City."

"What? Ning Fengzhi!"

Liu Erlong was shocked.

Just as Flender said, this person is indeed a well-deserved big shot.

A figure in the Douluo world who commands respect.

"It seems that this Qin Xiao has some capabilities," Liu Erlong said with a complex expression.

"More than just some capabilities. I can only say that your understanding of him is just the tip of the iceberg," Flender replied.

"By the way, from what I heard, it seems that Ning Fengzhi has also invited you all. Refusing such an important figure's invitation shows how impressive you are, Flender."

After hearing Liu Erlong's words, Flender responded without enthusiasm, "Don't tease me. I and the folks behind me are quite clear about our positions. Ning Fengzhi's invitation to Qin Xiao is sincere, while inviting us is just a polite gesture. If we were to attend, it would only make us appear insignificant."

After Flender's words, the other teachers like Zhao Wuji nodded in agreement.

Ma Hongjun and the others also pondered.

Liu Erlong laughed and said, "Boss, after all these years, you're still so shrewd."

"Don't worry, I've prepared a grand meal for today to welcome you all."

"What is Dugu Bo up to?"

"Why hasn't he come out to see me after all this time?"

Xue Xing and the others were getting impatient.

They paced back and forth in front of the mansion's gate, clasping their hands together.

Fortunately, the street in front of the Dugu Mansion had been sealed off by the guards, so no one could see their anxious expressions.

Creak.

Suddenly, the heavy wooden door was pushed open, and Dugu Bo, dressed in dark green attire, walked out.

"Hahaha, I lost track of time while studying medicinal formulas and made Your Royal Highness wait for a long time. I'm truly sorry," Dugu Bo immediately greeted Xue Xing with a bow and a smile.

There was a hint of apology in his voice.

"It's okay; I haven't waited long."

Xue Xing smiled, but the next moment, his pupils suddenly contracted. "Mr. Dugu, you... how did you become..."

"Become what?"

"Become younger!"

Xue Xing, in disbelief, exclaimed.

At this moment, Dugu Bo's appearance looked at least ten years younger than before, even though his attire had not changed.

"By a fortunate coincidence, I obtained a spiritual herb that, when consumed, changed my appearance to what it is now," Dugu Bo casually replied, then added, "Your Royal Highness, if you don't mind, let's discuss matters inside the mansion."

Xue Xing carefully considered it and then nodded slowly. "Very well, I'll trouble Mr. Dugu. I do have a favor to ask."

In no time, Xue Xing and Dugu Bo arrived at a pavilion in the backyard.

They sat facing each other.

Dugu Bo first poured tea for Xue Xing and himself, then spoke in a low voice, "Your Highness, as you know, I am a straightforward person and don't like beating around the bush. What is it that you want to discuss?"

"Haha, I appreciate Mr. Dugu's straightforwardness," Xue Xing chuckled and continued, "To be honest, I've come to request Mr. Dugu's help in eliminating someone."

"Oh?"

Dugu Bo raised an eyebrow. "May I ask, Your Highness, who you wish to kill?"

With a sip of the tea in his hand, he asked casually.

Xue Xing looked around to ensure no one was nearby and leaned closer to Dugu Bo, lowering his voice, "This person, Mr. Dugu, you've met him before. He is the Title Douluo, Qin Xiao, whom we encountered at Tian Dou Royal Academy."

Puff!

Immediately, Dugu Bo sprayed the hot tea he had just sipped all over Xue Xing's face.

Xue Xing hastily stepped back, continuously wiping the tea off his face with his sleeve.

"What are you doing, Mr. Dugu?" There was a hint of displeasure in his voice.

However, Dugu Bo didn't pay much attention to Xue Xing's emotions and asked again, "Did you say you want to kill him?"

Can an ordinary person kill him?

Dugu Bo remembered vividly the lightning and poison resistance of Qin Xiao and his formidable strength.

Moreover, he believed that Qin Xiao had some knowledge of medicine and poison; otherwise, how could he have cured him and Dugu Yan back then?

"Sorry, Your Highness, but I cannot assist with this matter," Dugu Bo firmly declined Xue Xing's proposal.

He was already thinking that when Xue Xing left, he would need to remind Qin Xiao of this situation.

"What?"

"He rejected my request so straightforwardly?"

Xue Xing was shocked, completely unexpected that Dugu Bo would reject him outright.

Could it be because of Qin Xiao's strength?

"Mr. Dugu, I think you may have misunderstood me. I don't intend for you to directly confront and kill Qin Xiao. Even if you can't match his strength, you can use your poison skills secretly, which is your forte."

"As long as you can kill him, the method is not important to me. Once Qin Xiao is dead, I will have achieved my goal."

(End of this chapter)

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