Douluo's Holy Lord at the Start

Chapter 51: Dugu Bo's Overthinking

"Grandpa, what are you doing here?"

Gu Xuan opened his eyes after finishing his night of cultivation, and saw a tall old man sitting in a recliner, looking at him with a smile.

It was quite frightening to suddenly open my eyes and see such an old man as Gu Rong.

He rolled his eyes in exasperation, got out of bed, and walked off the bed.

"I just wanted to spend more time with you since we haven't seen each other for so long."

Gu Rong ignored Gu Xuan's eye roll and got up happily.

"Xuan'er, Feng Zhi feels that you're getting bored staying at home all day cultivating. He asked me to ask if you'd be interested in studying at an academy. If you don't feel comfortable at another academy, he's willing to fund the construction of a Seven Treasures Academy."

During their travels on the mainland, Gu Rong and Ning Fengzhi had heard Ning Fengzhi mention that Gu Xuan was too dull.

Furthermore, with Bibi Dong serving as a negative example, Gu Rong felt that there was indeed some truth to it.

Although Gu Xuan had previously said he didn't want to go to the academy, after Ning Fengzhi promised to build a separate academy for Gu Xuan, he felt that it wasn't a bad idea to ask again.

What if Gu Xuan agrees after hearing that he will build a separate academy for him?

Gu Xuan was somewhat surprised to hear this, knowing that building an academy would cost a lot, let alone building one for himself, in which case the cost would only be higher.

He built an academy because he was worried about developing psychological problems due to his own personality.

Gu Xuan was somewhat confused.

While Ning Fengzhi may value himself, he always seems to favor Ning Rongrong in everything.

You could say he doesn't value himself, but he still receives all the treatment he deserves, and aside from things that conflict with Ning Rongrong, he's almost always favored.

He was angry, but it was understandable. After all, Ning Rongrong was his own daughter and the one who inherited all his expectations for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

But to say he wasn't angry, Ning Fengzhi's nonsensical favoritism towards Ning Rongrong made him feel uneasy.

"Forget it, I'm not interested in going to school. I'd rather use that time to cultivate."

Gu Xuan shook his head. For him, going to school was just too boring. He could have used that time to improve his strength.

Moreover, he no longer wanted to stay in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

Ning Fengzhi was indeed good to him, but when it came to matters between him and Ning Rongrong, he always favored Ning Rongrong.

But they would also supplement him in various ways, which made his mood fluctuate.

He also took Dugu Bo under his wing, and if the opportunity arose, he planned to move directly to Dugu Bo's Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well to cultivate.

If sincerity is not absolute, then it is absolutely not sincere; a little favor can bind him to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

How is that possible?

Ning Fengzhi's feelings for him were more about caring for his values. If his talent wasn't so good and Gu Rong's cultivation wasn't so high, Ning Fengzhi wouldn't have gone to such lengths.

Ning Fengzhi's affability to him was more like a formality.

"Okay, I knew you'd choose that."

Gu Rong patted Gu Xuan on the shoulder.

He was still very confident in Gu Xuan; how could ordinary love affect him?

Moreover, he firmly believed that as long as he found enough women for Gu Xuan, Gu Xuan would not be deceived by anyone's feelings.

"Oh, right, Xuan'er, I have something to tell you..."

Seeing that there was still time, Gu Rong briefly explained Dugu Bo's situation to Gu Xuan.

"Do you have any way to detoxify him?"

Dugu Bo was, after all, one of Gu Xuan's subordinates, and Gu Rong felt it necessary to let Gu Xuan know his situation.

As for when Gu Xuan will be willing to treat Dugu Bo, that's Gu Xuan's own business.

"Grandpa, what do you think? A noble horse should exclude all external forces, and anything that is different from health should be regarded as heresy."

Gu Xuan narrowed his eyes slightly, his expression showing a hint of arrogance.

After all, the power of talismans is truly formidable.

"So when do you plan to give him the antidote?"

Gu Rong suggested waiting a while longer, at least until he was sure that Dugu Bo was completely loyal.

"Let's choose the nearest one. We could ignore it before because we didn't know, but now that we know, ignoring it would be hurtful."

Furthermore, I value genuine relationships; seeing my own people suffer is not my style.

Before, there was no excuse, but now that there is, Gu Xuan will not be stingy with his horse talisman.

Giving up a little time for the Horse Charm in exchange for a loyal subordinate seems worthwhile no matter how you look at it.

"Are you sure you don't want to wait any longer?"

Gu Rong believed that only by letting Dugu Boduo experience pain could he make him cherish his hard-won health.

"No need. Grandpa, you also said that his poison comes from his martial soul. So as long as he uses his martial soul, he will inevitably be infected by the poison again."

He wouldn't have betrayed me if he didn't want to repeat the same mistake.

Gu Xuan's words made Gu Rong's eyes light up. Yes, Dugu Bo's poison was different from ordinary injuries.

If Dugu Bo wants to live a free and healthy life, then he will never be able to escape Gu Xuan's grasp in this lifetime.

"Alright, since you've made your decision, let's go with your idea."

With the allure of the Martial Soul Oath and the Gu Xuan Talisman, he certainly didn't need to worry about Dugu Bo developing rebellious intentions towards Gu Xuan.

Even after learning that Gu Xuan could solve his martial soul problem, he believed that Dugu Bo would do everything in his power to cling to his grandson's coattails.

"Young Master, Elder Gu!?"

Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan brought over today's breakfast, and then they saw Gu Xuan and Gu Rong sitting together, looking at them with serious expressions.

For a moment, both of them felt somewhat at a loss.

"Put your things down first, Yan Yan, step aside for a moment. We have something to discuss with Old Poison."

Gu Xuan looked at Dugu Yan and said.

Since Dugu Bo didn't want Dugu Yan to know, he wouldn't act on his own initiative.

He can tell Dugu Yan whenever he wants after Dugu Bo is cured.

"grandfather?"

Dugu Yan was somewhat bewildered; this was the first time she had witnessed such a serious scene since arriving at Bone Peak.

"It's alright, Yan Yan, you can go out first. Grandpa and the young master have some important matters to discuss."

Dugu Bo guessed what Gu Rong and Gu Xuan wanted to discuss with him, and with a wry smile, he patted Dugu Yan's head and said.

"Okay, fine."

Dugu Yan glanced at Gu Xuan, and felt a little relieved after seeing Gu Xuan nod at her. She bowed slightly, put down the food behind her, and left the courtyard.

"Young Master, Elder Gu, is there something you need?"

Dugu Bo thought that Gu Xuan disliked him after learning about his situation and was preparing to find him some dangerous things to do to exploit his value, but he was worried about losing face, so he asked Dugu Yan to back down first.

But since things had come to this, he didn't care anymore. It was just a worthless life, but as long as it could give Yan Yan a future, he didn't care if he lost it.

Seeing Dugu Bo's face filled with a sense of heroic sacrifice, Gu Xuan and Gu Rong exchanged a bewildered glance.

Is this guy making things up in his head?