Chapter 192: A Subtle Fragrance That Conceals One's Aura
"Don't rush." Although Xiao Wu looked anxious, Yu Tianlin didn't reveal his solution right away. Instead, he made one thing clear first.
"Let's settle this in advance. This is only a loan. After the competition, you have to return it to me."
"No problem." Xiao Wu agreed without hesitation. "It's just a loan. I'll return it later."
Only then did Yu Tianlin stop keeping her in suspense. He reached into his dragon patterned ring and took out an item.
It was a large, pale pink flower. Each petal was clear and translucent like crystal, while the pale purple stamens resembled tiny purple diamonds embedded within. A faint, refreshing fragrance drifted out the moment it appeared.
The excited Xiao Wu instantly calmed down. She even closed her eyes, as if savoring its beauty.
After taking a deep breath, she asked, "What kind of flower is this? Why does it smell so nice? And I can feel it. The moment you took it out, the Spirit Beast aura on me faded a lot."
"Faded a lot?" Yu Tianlin raised an eyebrow. "So it hasn't been completely covered."
He glanced at the flower in his hand, then added, "It's probably because it's in my hand. If you hold it yourself, the effect should be better."
As he spoke, he handed the flower to Xiao Wu.
The moment she took it, her eyes widened in surprise. "It's true! The Spirit Beast aura on me is completely covered up!"
"That's good." Yu Tianlin nodded.
In truth, with his current strength, he couldn't sense Xiao Wu's Spirit Beast aura at all. Still, since Xiao Wu said it worked, then it was settled.
Yu Tianlin looked at the pale pink flower in her hands and sighed softly.
"Actually, this flower doesn't have the ability to conceal a Spirit Beast's aura. If it were any other 100,000 year Spirit Beast in human form, holding it would be useless. But you're different."
"It's a coincidence. Your physique resonates with this flower. It's the combination of the two that produces this effect."
Then he added, "This flower is called the Aromatic Silk Beauty. Tang San knows it. If you're curious, you can ask him."
That was right. Yu Tianlin had given Xiao Wu the Aromatic Silk Beauty, the very one he had once argued with Yang Wudi over.
Originally, Yu Tianlin thought the Aromatic Silk Beauty wouldn't be of much use to him. But now, lending it to Xiao Wu was perfect.
Strictly speaking, the Aromatic Silk Beauty's main function was avoiding poison, not concealing a Spirit Beast aura. However, Xiao Wu was special. Her physique carried an "Innate Aromatic Silk Beauty" that resonated with the herb, producing a strange and wonderful effect.
Yu Tianlin had only learned this from the information Yang Wudi gave him.
In the original story, Xiao Wu already had the Acacia Heartbreak Red to conceal her aura, so she never needed the Aromatic Silk Beauty. But now, she could use it.
"Yu Tianlin, I don't know why you're helping me, but thank you anyway." Xiao Wu looked at him seriously. "I'll return this Aromatic Silk Beauty to you later."
Yu Tianlin hesitated for a moment, then spoke in a lower voice.
"Xiao Wu, for the sake of friendship, I still advise you to go back. Go back to where you belong. The human world is too dangerous for you."
"Wait until you reach maturity before coming out again. It'll be much safer that way."
Yu Tianlin did want Xiao Wu's Spirit Beast identity to be exposed in front of Spirit Hall's higher ups during the competition, so most of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's attention would be drawn there. But Xiao Wu was still an acquaintance. For the sake of friendship, he gave her this warning anyway.
However, Xiao Wu waved her hand dismissively. "I was worried at first, but now that I have this flower, there won't be any problems. Don't worry."
Fine.
Yu Tianlin sighed inwardly. He had done what a friend should do. If she refused to care, then there was nothing more he could say.
He wouldn't use any other method. As long as Xiao Wu kept the Aromatic Silk Beauty close, her Spirit Beast identity would not be exposed. But if, like in the original story, it accidentally slipped away at a critical moment, then it could only be fate playing tricks.
With that, the matter was settled.
The two parted ways on the spot. Xiao Wu carefully put away the Aromatic Silk Beauty and returned to the Shrek Academy group, while Yu Tianlin went to find Dugu Bo.
Yu Tianlin already knew where Dugu Bo was. He had been there once before with Dugu Yan, back when Dugu Yan absorbed a 30,000 year Mandragora Snake skull. Yu Tianlin still remembered that location clearly, so he found the place again without difficulty.
When he arrived, he found Prince Xue Xing already there. The prince stood in the courtyard with Dugu Bo, seemingly discussing something.
Sure enough, Prince Xue Xing had come to see Dugu Bo, and he moved fast.
Yu Tianlin stepped forward and greeted him. "Senior Dugu."
Dugu Bo nodded when he saw Yu Tianlin.
A young man suddenly seeking out Dugu Bo, and Dugu Bo responding with clear courtesy, made it obvious they had a close relationship. Prince Xue Xing was slightly surprised by that.
He subtly observed Yu Tianlin for a few breaths. Then realization flashed in his eyes, as if he had recognized Yu Tianlin's identity.
Yu Tianlin of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan has a good relationship with Poison Douluo.
That thought crossed Prince Xue Xing's mind, but he didn't show it on his face. Instead, he said calmly, "Since Mr. Dugu has other matters to handle, I won't disturb you any longer. As for tomorrow's matter, I'll leave it to Mr. Dugu."
"No problem." Dugu Bo nodded lightly. "I'll go tomorrow."
After that, Prince Xue Xing left.
Dugu Bo turned to Yu Tianlin with some surprise. "Why did you suddenly come looking for me, little fellow?"
"It's like this, senior." Yu Tianlin didn't stand on ceremony. "I plan to cultivate at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well for the next period of time. Can you give me some antidote for the poison array?"
"Oh, that's all?" Dugu Bo waved it off, as if it were nothing. "I thought it was something important."
He lifted his hand and flicked his fingers. Around 10 pills dropped neatly into Yu Tianlin's palm.
"Each pill can be reused. This is enough for you for a long time. Go whenever you want in the future, and don't bother me with such trivial matters."
"Thank you, senior." Yu Tianlin bowed in gratitude.
"It's nothing." Dugu Bo smiled. "You helped Yan Yan choose 2 such good herbs, and her progress has been rapid ever since. Even her 4th Spirit Ring is comparable to many Spirit Masters' 5th Spirit Rings. If anything, I should be the one thanking you."
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