Kapitel 268: Chapter 268: The Test
Su Ming immediately felt a chill down there, and when he looked down, he realized, "What the heck? Where did my clothes go?" Hurriedly, he retrieved a set of clothes from his storage soul tool and dressed quickly, feeling a bit embarrassed. "Ahem, Dugu Bo, don't mind that. We'll begin the test tomorrow."
Although Su Ming now possessed a body immune to all poisons, he still needed some time for the medicinal effects to fully settle in his body.
Dugu Bo asked with some doubt, "Su Ming, are you sure? Maybe you should take a few more days?"
Su Ming confidently responded, "No need. I trust myself. Besides, it's just a test. I'm sure you wouldn't actually want me dead, right?"
Dugu Bo, unable to argue, relented. "Alright, we'll start tomorrow."
Meanwhile, in the Heaven Dou Palace…
'Xue Qinghe' was quite angry. For days, he had been coming up with excuses to keep Xue Beng busy, hoping to prevent him from crossing paths with Su Ming and allowing Su Ming to integrate smoothly into the academy. Yet, despite his efforts, they had still met.
Xue Beng had rushed to complain to him, claiming that he had only flirted with two commoner girls and had been beaten up, which, in his words, damaged the royal family's dignity. He demanded that 'Xue Qinghe' punish Su Ming.
Looking at Xue Beng's spoiled, arrogant behavior, 'Xue Qinghe' felt reassured—this was exactly the kind of foolishness he wanted from Xue Beng. However, it was still disgusting to watch. How could a wastrel like him even compare to Su Ming?
Still, 'Xue Qinghe' now had an excuse to contact Su Ming, which might be Xue Beng's only redeeming quality. But just when he was preparing to approach Su Ming, he learned that Su Ming had already left with Dugu Bo and might be gone for at least a month. The missed opportunity left him fuming. After all this time waiting for Su Ming to come, he had left again!
The next day...
The girls were worried when they noticed that Su Ming hadn't written in his diary the previous night, and there was no news from him.
Meanwhile, Su Ming had decided not to bother writing anything, as there wasn't much to say. Plus, the materials for crafting talismans had already arrived, so he began preparing them. He also used Wood Release to build two small huts near the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well—one for himself and one for Dugu Bo. After all, they'd be staying here for a while, and they couldn't just sleep outside. Dugu Bo didn't mind at all.
When it was time, Su Ming said to Dugu Bo, "Let's begin the test."
Dugu Bo hesitated, then asked, "Are you sure you're ready? The three tests I've prepared aren't easy to pass."
Su Ming waved him off, "Let's just get started. You want the poison detoxified sooner rather than later, don't you?"
Seeing Su Ming's determination, Dugu Bo didn't delay any further. For the first test, he flicked his right hand, releasing a light green mist that enveloped Su Ming completely.
Su Ming stood calmly in the mist, staring at Dugu Bo. "Is that all you've got? This poison feels about the same as the one your granddaughter used. I didn't even need yesterday's preparation to pass this."
Annoyed, Dugu Bo felt underestimated. "That was the easiest test. If you couldn't pass that, it would be embarrassing."
He moved on to the second test. "For this one, you only need to let this little snake bite you once."
Dugu Bo pulled out a vibrant green snake from his pouch. "This is a rare bamboo viper. Its venom will turn you into a puddle of goo within moments. Are you sure you want to go through with it?"
"Bring it on!" Su Ming said confidently.
Without hesitation, Su Ming grabbed the snake and allowed it to bite his hand. A wave of discomfort spread through his body, but within moments, it dissipated. Su Ming smirked at Dugu Bo, "Is that all? Your bamboo viper isn't as dangerous as I thought."
This time, Dugu Bo was truly astonished. He knew better than anyone how deadly the snake's venom was. Even a Title Douluo could die without swift treatment, yet Su Ming had shrugged it off like it was nothing. Could Su Ming really be capable of helping him detoxify his poison?
But Su Ming's attitude made Dugu Bo feel underestimated. He scowled. "Su Ming, think carefully. The last test involves my life's poison, something even I can't fully control. You can still back out."
Su Ming rolled his eyes, thinking to himself, Isn't that exactly why you need me to detoxify you?
"Go ahead!" he replied.
For safety, Su Ming activated his Sage Mode, enhancing his life energy several times over. He also unleashed his Blue Silver Domain for extra protection.
Dugu Bo felt the potent life energy radiating from Su Ming, and for a brief moment, his own poison seemed to calm. He was shocked—perhaps Su Ming really could help!
Dugu Bo's right hand glowed a bright green as he pressed it against Su Ming's arm. Instantly, green lines spread from Su Ming's arm, snaking across his entire body.
Damn, this poison is fierce, Su Ming thought. Even with all his defenses, he could feel the immense pressure.
"System, are you sure I can withstand Dugu Bo's life poison?" Su Ming asked nervously.
Ding! You'll be fine, though it might be painful. Fortunately, Dugu Bo hasn't fully refined his poison. If he had, even your poison immunity wouldn't be enough.
Su Ming sighed in relief and sat down cross-legged, focusing all his strength on enduring the poison. He activated every skill and augmentation he had, ensuring he was in peak condition.
Seeing Su Ming's pained expression, Dugu Bo smirked—finally, his poison was having an effect. But suddenly, doubt crept in. What if Su Ming can't handle it? he thought. What if he dies?
Just as Dugu Bo was about to withdraw the poison, Su Ming opened his eyes and cut his finger. Several drops of black blood fell to the ground, instantly corroding the plants beneath them.
Su Ming let out a heavy breath of relief. He had successfully expelled the poison. Dugu Bo's life poison was no joke. If it weren't for all the enhancements he had, he might not have made it through.
"No way!" Dugu Bo exclaimed. "Su Ming, you looked like you were on the verge of collapse, and now you're completely fine?"
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