Douluo: The Traveler's Adventures In Douluo Dalu

"Heh~ I've walked a path of caution my whole life—you, a mere Soul Sage, dare to run your mouth in front of me?"

As soon as Dugu Bo spoke, he unleashed his soul power and casually slapped his palm forward. The elder who had just spoken was sent flying, spinning through the air in a 360-degree rotation before landing flat on his back, twitching violently on the ground.

Ever since his martial soul defect had been removed by that lord, he had kept a low profile in the continent. But now? It seemed these fools had mistaken his silence for weakness!

"You—!"

Another Soul Sage nearby was stunned. He didn't even check on his fallen comrade—instead, he quickly pulled out a cylindrical tool from his waist that looked suspiciously like a flare launcher.

With a whooshing sound, a beam of violet light shot up into the sky and exploded in a dazzling burst above the treetops.

Seeing this, an ominous premonition stirred in everyone's hearts. Instinctively, they drew closer to Dugu Bo.

Even Fire Meow Meow was now tightly held in Yu Keke's arms.

"Hmph."

Dugu Bo knew exactly what that signal was—a call for reinforcements from their sect. Yet he had made no move to stop it.

Since Fire Meow Meow claimed the stolen item was here, then answers were needed. The one who dared steal from him had to be found—and taught a painful lesson. Some things simply weren't meant to be touched.

These two small fry weren't worth the breath. He'd wait until someone who actually mattered arrived.

Sure, Dugu Bo might not be able to take on the Clear Sky Hammer one-on-one—but in a chaotic brawl? Forget the Clear Sky Sect. Back in his prime, he'd dared to tangle with the entire Spirit Hall and lived to tell the tale. Wasn't that proof enough?

That was also why he'd never aligned himself with any sect. In the martial world, few dared offend him.

After all, a lone wolf like the Poison Douluo specialized in group warfare. If you didn't kill him in one strike, he'd vanish—only to pop up again when you least expected it, poisoning your disciples one by one until your entire sect collapsed from within.

What sect could endure that kind of vengeance?

Now, the old Clear Sky Sect gatekeeper who had launched the signal flare found himself in an awkward position. Running wasn't an option, and staying felt just as dangerous.

Fight? He was just a Soul Sage—what chance did he have against a Title Douluo?

But not fighting? He was the mountain's guard—cowering before an intruder would be disgraceful…

Luckily, Dugu Bo didn't spare him a second glance—or perhaps he simply couldn't be bothered.

"This is the Clear Sky Sect's domain. Be cautious—things may escalate," Dugu Bo warned the girls. Then his gaze turned to the small beast nestled in Yu Keke's arms. His voice dropped low.

"Listen. If things go south… you take them and run. I'll cover your retreat."

"Okay," Fire Meow Meow nodded sweetly.

"…"

Dugu Bo's face darkened instantly.

He felt like shouting, You're a hundred-thousand-year soul beast I can't even see clearly—aren't you supposed to say something like, "Let's fight side by side"?

But complaining wouldn't help. As far as contingency plans went, this was the best option. As long as his granddaughter was safe, Dugu Bo was ready to face anyone.

Let's do this!

"Impudence! What wretch dares violate our sacred ground?!"

Suddenly, a thunderous voice echoed from within the mountain. In the next instant, two figures flashed forward and landed before them.

The one In front was a disheveled-looking middle-aged man, followed by an elderly figure with deep eyes.

"Tang Hao?"

Dugu Bo's gaze sharpened instantly. He recognized the man with a single glance.

"Hm? Dugu Bo?"

Tang Hao also frowned when he saw who it was.

The Poison Douluo's infamy was well known across the land. In his prime, Tang Hao would've dismissed him like a stray dog. But now, after years of hiding and his soul power significantly diminished… Even with the strange gift of strength he'd received from that man, he'd only regained his peak at Rank 91.

And against this poison master known for his deadly methods… things could get tricky.

It wasn't that he thought he couldn't win—but catching Dugu Bo was another matter entirely.

"Old freak, what are you doing at my Sect's gates? Are you here to challenge the Clear Sky Sect's bottom line?"

Tang Hao's voice dripped with menace, trying to seize the initiative.

"Hehe~ Challenge? No, no. Who doesn't know of the Clear Sky Sect's glory?" Dugu Bo replied with mocking politeness, before adding,

"I'm only here today… to catch a thief."

"A thief?" Tang Hao repeated, then his gaze swept past him, eyes narrowing. "Are you suggesting a thief came from my Clear Sky Sect?"

"I never said that," Dugu Bo said with feigned innocence. "Only that the trail… leads here."

"What now? The great Clear Sky Sect afraid of an investigation?"

"Hah! We're not afraid of scrutiny," Tang Hao snapped. "What we are afraid of… is that you're not up to the task!"

With that, he summoned his martial soul—a colossal Clear Sky Hammer crackling with thunder appeared in his hand. He slammed it down, making the earth tremble.

"I've long heard the Clear Sky Hammer is the finest of tool spirits. Today, let me test that claim!"

Dugu Bo didn't back down either—his martial soul surged forth behind him, a ghostly image forming as his soul power burst outward, even momentarily suppressing Tang Hao's aura.

"Wait! Please, calm down—let's talk this through!"

Seeing tensions flare, the elder beside Tang Hao quickly stepped between them.

"Poison Douluo, our Clear Sky Sect is not unreasonable. There's no need to start a fight over this. Let's speak peacefully, shall we?"

"Fourth Elder…" Tang Hao frowned but after a long moment, withdrew his aura. His years of hardship had dulled his old edge.

Dugu Bo also reined in his soul power, though he remained on guard.

He knew—if this matter turned out as he feared, battle would be unavoidable.

"Poison Douluo, you said you're here to catch a thief. What exactly do you mean?"

Now that the situation had calmed, the elder finally asked in earnest.

"My belongings were stolen. Tracking the thief led me… right to your mountain gate."

Dugu Bo spoke slowly and deliberately—his tone accusatory, his intent clear.

"This…"

The elder furrowed his brow but suppressed his growing anger.

"The world knows the Clear Sky Sect has sealed itself away from worldly affairs. Our disciples are forbidden from descending the mountain. How could such a theft involve us?"

"Heh~ Perhaps. But can you guarantee that no one from your Sect walks the continent in secret?"

As he said this, Dugu Bo glanced meaningfully at Tang Hao—as if saying, Isn't this guy proof enough?

"Poison Douluo, are you truly convinced that someone from our Clear Sky Sect stole your so-called treasure?"

Seeing Dugu Bo's unwavering suspicion, the elder's expression grew colder.

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