Everyone present exchanged glances, their expressions blank, as if they had just listened to an incomprehensible lecture.
In the end, Ning Fengzhi—who had long since given up struggling—was the first to sincerely ask, "Boss Li, what exactly are auxiliary secret manuals and cultivation technique secret manuals? And what do you mean by accompanying self-created Spirit Abilities?"
Li Rong felt a headache coming on.
Explaining this to every new customer would be exhausting. Without another word, he turned and activated the crystal screen behind the counter, directly imprinting his understanding into it.
Originally, this screen was meant to release limited-time tasks to stimulate customer desire. For now, it would serve as a basic knowledge display.
As the information unfolded, Dugu Bo grew increasingly excited. Especially upon reading the explanation of cultivation technique secret manuals, his breathing subtly quickened.
Meanwhile, Ning Fengzhi's envy deepened.
A spirit power cultivation method that completely surpassed all guidance techniques on the Douluo Continent—and it even came with accompanying self-created Spirit Abilities. If Dugu Bo mastered this, surpassing Sword Douluo in a few years would not be a fantasy.
At this moment, Li Rong spoke again, his tone calm but firm.
"A reminder. All secret manuals exchanged in this shop are non-transferable. Elixirs and other consumables may not be resold at a premium. If anyone attempts to resell exchanged items for profit, the excess sacrificial coins will be directly deducted."
He paused briefly before continuing.
"The contents of secret manuals are directly imprinted into the exchanger's mind and cannot be forgotten. If the exchanger deliberately hints at or transmits the cultivation method to others in any form, this shop will immediately deduct the corresponding sacrificial coins. If the balance is insufficient—obliteration."
A chill ran through the room.
"Of course," Li Rong added indifferently, "unintentional mistakes will not be punished."
Dugu Bo's heart skipped a beat.
He had already been fantasizing about exchanging secret manuals and auctioning them across the continent. Now it seemed the shop had sealed every loophole.
Forget it, he thought. I'm rich anyway.
Li Rong continued, "For customers who find cultivation difficult, this shop also provides an initiation service, directly guiding cultivation to minor accomplishment. Fees range from one to five times the value of the secret manual."
Dugu Bo took a sharp breath.
"If Yan Yan and I directly initiate Green Snake Principle and Green Snake Strength," he asked, "how many sacrificial coins?"
Dugu Yan was stunned. Grandpa, isn't that too extravagant?
Ning Fengzhi was equally speechless. Just how large is that medicinal treasure trove of yours?
Dugu Bo, however, was unfazed. He knew Ning Fengzhi well—once he saw today's exchanges, he would never let go easily. Rather than being squeezed dry later, it was better to convert everything into strength now.
On the Douluo Continent, strength was the only real currency.
"One set is worth 690,000 sacrificial coins," Li Rong replied evenly. "Two sets total 1,380,000. With direct initiation for both of you, the total comes to 5,520,000 sacrificial coins."
Even Dugu Bo felt a twinge of pain.
Grinding his teeth, he waved his hand. "Boss Li, appraise these herbs."
Ten spiritual herbs were laid out in a row.
Ning Fengzhi could no longer stay composed. Even a glance, aided by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda's innate treasure-sensing ability, told him these were all at least fifth-grade.
"Brother Dugu," he hurriedly interjected, "exchanging them directly may not be worth it. You could wait for a bounty—"
"Money is an external possession," Dugu Bo cut him off. "Strength is the foundation of survival. Boss Li, appraise them."
Li Rong nodded and began without hesitation.
"Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower—550,000 sacrificial coins."
"Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass—560,000."
"Qiluo Golden Silk Orchid—550,000."
"Narcissus Jade Bone—520,000."
"Bloody Swan Kiss—580,000."
"Autumn Water Pear Blossom—530,000."
"Blazing Apricot Cabbage—560,000."
"Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid—550,000."
"Ten-Thousand-Year Ginseng King—540,000."
"Earth Dragon Golden Gourd—560,000."
"Total: 5,500,000 sacrificial coins."
Li Rong glanced at the card. "Current balance: 230,000. After initiation only, 210,000 will remain. Including auxiliary manuals and elixirs, 122,000 will remain."
"Brother Dugu—"
"Exchange all!" Dugu Bo interrupted instantly.
After confirming, he turned and smiled. "School Master Ning, what was it you wanted to say?"
"…Nothing," Ning Fengzhi replied stiffly. A complete loss.
With a wave of Li Rong's hand, rows of elixir bottles appeared. After Dugu Bo collected them, Li Rong gestured again.
Two pillars of light descended, enveloping Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan.
Their spirit power surged uncontrollably along fixed paths. Within their consciousness, they perceived refined circulation routes, the essence of Spirit evolution, and the practical application of self-created Spirit Abilities in combat.
When the light faded, both opened their eyes.
Dugu Bo—Level 93.
Dugu Yan—Level 36.
Four consecutive breakthroughs, yet her spirit power felt more stable than ever.
As Dugu Yan carefully examined her circulation, excitement surged. The spirit power refined through this method was at least ten times more potent. Where it once resembled mist, it was now dense and cohesive like gel.
Previously, her reserves supported one full release of Spirit Abilities. Now—ten times, or more.
Recovery was equally terrifying. Even without active cultivation, she could fully recover depleted spirit power within an hour.
Her combat power had leapt from roughly 100 to over 2000.
And this did not even include Green Snake Strength.
Once fully mastered, she was confident she could defeat a Spirit King with the strength of a Spirit Elder.
She was about to speak when Dugu Bo gently stopped her and laughed heartily.
"Boss Li, this cultivation technique is astonishing. I've only reached minor accomplishment, yet my combat power has surged. At major accomplishment, I fear few on the continent could match me."
Ning Fengzhi sneered inwardly. Trying to provoke us?
Before he could respond, Sword Douluo spoke curiously, "Old Poison, that confident? Want to test it outside?"
Ning Fengzhi stiffened—only to hear Sword Douluo's voice transmission.
"I know he's provoking me. But we'll clash eventually. Better sooner than later."
Ning Fengzhi looked at Sword Douluo's eager eyes and finally smiled.
You just want to fight.
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