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Chapter 172: Hunting the Titan Python
🕑 Added 2025-01-16 16:49:25 +0000 UTCAfter meeting with Dugu Bo, Yang Podi went directly to his father and informed him that he had reached level 70. Yang Zhentian was stunned, never expecting his son to reach such a high level before the age of 20—possibly the highest record in history.
After pondering for a moment, Yang Zhentian asked, "Podi, do you have any specific target in mind for your spirit beast?"
Yang Podi nodded. "Father, do you remember the Titan Python in the Sunset Forest? I plan to make it my seventh spirit ring."
Hearing this, Yang Zhentian's expression turned serious. "Podi, you must think this through carefully. The gap between spirit rings under 100,000 years and those above is immense. It's not just about the color; the energy and soul impact are exponentially greater. Moreover, you still don't have a head spirit bone."
"While your physical body might withstand it, the soul impact could be a different story."
After careful consideration, Yang Podi replied firmly, "Father, I've made up my mind. I'm confident I can handle it. Don't forget—I've consumed the Autumn Dew tear."
Yang Zhentian shook his head. "That Titan Python is immensely powerful. If we are to hunt it, it might take all of us working together. Are you certain about this?"
"Father, we won't need everyone—just you and Second Grandpa will suffice. With our family's Seven-Colored Venom, it should have some effect on the Titan Python. Once it's weakened, I'll handle the rest."
Even though the whole family moved to Almo Mountain, the second grandfather only returned secretly twice. He was quite satisfied with the future plans of Tianxing Academy and the family. The rest of the time, he stayed at the Valley of Ice and Fire, guarding it on one hand and using the opportunity for secluded cultivation on the other.
Yang Zhentian finally agreed after some thought. "Alright, but let's wait a few days for your grandfather to finish refining the Soul Explosion Pill. Once it's ready, we'll depart and meet with your Second Grandpa."
Five days later, with two Soul Explosion Pills in hand, Yang Podi and Yang Zhentian set off. Dugu Bo, hearing about the plan, insisted on joining. Not only was he curious about how Yang Podi intended to deal with the Titan Python, but he also wanted a change of scenery.
The three traveled using their spirit power, and though Yang Podi flew alongside them with his wings, his speed and stamina surpassed even the two titled Douluos. This earned him their envy, as his wings were exceptionally efficient and fast—ideal for traveling.
After five days of travel and resting at night, they reached the Sunset Forest. Yang Zhentian located Second Grandpa Yang Wushuang, while Yang Podi and Dugu Bo scouted the swamp where the Titan Python resided.
In just half a day, Yang Zhen Tian and Yang Wushuang arrived near the swamp and reunited with Yang Podi.
After the four of them met, they began discussing strategies to deal with the Titan Giant Python.
Yang Podi took out two types of poisons, one being the family-inherited Seven-Colored Venom, and the other a bottle of Bloody Mary, which he had obtained from the Slaughter City. Yang Podi had never consumed it and kept it stored on him all this time.
Dugu Bo, upon seeing these two poisons, was immediately intrigued. The Seven-Colored Venom was a supreme poison, prompting him to exclaim, "Wushuang, I didn't expect your family to have such an extraordinary poison. You should have shown me earlier!"
Yang Wushuang shook his head. "Brother Dugu, this is a forbidden secret medicine of our Po Clan. If it weren't for Podi needing it, it would have been strictly prohibited to use. Also, the Seven-Colored Venom is extremely lethal. Apart from our family, no one else can neutralize it. If it spreads outside, it will bring great trouble."
Dugu Bo shook his head, but when he saw the Bloody Mary, he tried a drop or two and couldn't help but curse, "Little monster, where did you get this poison? It's made from human blood! This poison seems incredibly complex, probably impossible to cure."
Yang Podi chuckled. "This is a specialty of the Slaughter City, unavailable outside. Everyone in the Slaughter City drinks this. Grandpa Dugu, do you want a few cups?"
Dugu Bo retorted, "Although I am unpredictable in my actions, I'm not foolish enough to drink blood. Just give me one or two bottles to play with."
Yang Podi handed over two bottles of Bloody Mary to Dugu Bo and repeatedly warned him, "This Bloody Mary looks ordinary but will cause addiction and madness. I doubt anyone on the Douluo Continent could cure it."
Second Grandfather also took a few bottles and examined them. "This poison is incredible, likely more complex than our family's Seven-Colored Venom. Although it's not lethal, it can cause addiction and madness."
Next, they waited for a rainy day, planning to use the rainwater to spread the poison throughout the swamp. Otherwise, due to the swamp's density, it would be difficult to poison the Titan Giant Python.
Of course, they had already tested it on live creatures, confirming that the Titan Giant Python was still in the swamp. However, seeing the Titan Giant Python again still left them in awe. It was over a hundred meters long, with a body several meters thick, and eyes as large as lanterns.
Perhaps luck was on their side, as a torrential downpour arrived in just two days.
This time, Second Grandfather took the lead, as he was the most skilled in handling poisons.
He took the two poisons and, with some astonishment, accepted the Scarlet Swan's Kiss that Yang Podi handed over. He amplified the toxins and used the rainwater to disperse them into the swamp.
After the rain, the entire swamp turned murky, filled with the two potent poisons, transforming it into a pool of venom.
Yet, even under such circumstances, the Titan Giant Python remained hidden. Truly, snake-type soul beasts excel at concealment, and this Titan Giant Python, in terms of hiding ability, was virtually unmatched.
More waiting followed. Over time, the swamp began to show faint fluctuations of soul power. The Titan Giant Python seemed to be growing increasingly restless.
After another ten days, the soul power fluctuations in the swamp became more intense, accompanied by fierce and violent energy. Even the four of them felt a sense of dread. It truly lived up to being a 100,000-year soul beast.
Finally, on this day, the Titan Giant Python suddenly burst out of the swamp, its massive body thrashing wildly as if it had gone mad. After all, soaked in the Bloody Mary-infused swamp, it had unknowingly absorbed a substantial amount of the Bloody Mary poison.
Moreover, its aura was starting to weaken, indicating that the Seven-Colored Venom was also taking effect. Although both poisons were slow-acting, prolonged exposure had pushed even this Titan Giant Python to its limits. No soul beast could endure such conditions.
Seeing the Titan Giant Python emerge from the swamp, the four exchanged glances. Second Grandfather Yang Wushuang gave a silent signal, "Attack!"
At the command, all four rushed toward the Titan Giant Python, summoning their martial souls and activating powerful soul skills.
Dugu Bo summoned his Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor and immediately used his sixth soul skill: Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor Break. A massive green beam shot toward the Titan Giant Python.
Yang Wushuang activated his eighth soul skill: Giant Ape Annihilation. His Breaking Soul Spear expanded massively, the tip enveloped in dark energy as if to engulf the entire environment.
Yang Zhen Tian unleashed his sixth soul skill: Lion's Roar Shattering Gold, intending to pulverize anything the Breaking Soul Spear struck.
Meanwhile, Yang Podi used his sixth soul skill: Golden Lion Roar Break. A golden light resembling the shadow of a Golden Lion King emerged from his Breaking Soul Spear, accompanied by a deafening roar.
Taking advantage of the Titan Giant Python's frenzy, the three attacks struck its massive body simultaneously.
However, this Titan Giant Python seemed extremely formidable. Even such a fierce attack could only create a few massive wounds on its body, failing to pose a fatal threat.
Especially the Titan Giant Python, whose surface was covered with a thick layer of scales, providing it with extraordinary defense. When the Breaking Soul Spear struck its body, it even emitted the sound of metal clashing against metal.
The Titan Giant Python let out a deafening roar and bellowed in anger, "Humans, how dare you ambush me!"
Immediately, a massive snake tail, like an enormous whip, lashed toward the four of them. Its strength was beyond anyone's imagination, likely comparable to a strike from a Title Douluo.
The four of them quickly scattered to dodge the attack, then launched counterattacks from different directions against the Titan Giant Python.
Father Yang Wudi directly activated his seventh soul skill: Martial Soul Avatar. Instantly, he transformed into a giant humanoid figure, wielding an enormous version of the Breaking Soul Spear, which he thrust straight at the Titan Giant Python's head.
At the same time, Dugu Bo unleashed his eighth soul skill: Time Freeze. A beam of intense white light shot out from the Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor's eyes, seemingly attempting to freeze the Titan Giant Python in place.
Second Grandfather Yang Wushuang, meanwhile, activated another soul skill, aiming a forceful strike at the Titan Giant Python's tail.
Yang Podi's soul rings began to glow as he simultaneously activated his first and third soul skills: Thousand-Jin Strength and Golden Strength. The combination of the two greatly enhanced the weight and power of the Breaking Soul Spear, significantly increasing his physical strength as well. He then activated his fourth soul skill: Tiger's Roar Shattering the Army. A massive Breaking Soul Spear flew out, piercing toward the Titan Giant Python's body.
This was the first time Yang Podi used three soul skills simultaneously in battle. The Breaking Soul Spear's weight increased by 700%, his physical strength by 200%, and his attack power by 300%. With all the soul skills stacked, the Breaking Soul Spear seemed indestructible, capable of penetrating anything. Its attack power was likely no weaker than the eighth soul skill of a Title Douluo.
As the group's attacks landed, they inflicted severe injuries on the Titan Giant Python. Its head and body were pierced by Yang Zhen Tian and Yang Podi, respectively, while its tail was successfully obstructed.
Yet, the Titan Giant Python's resilience was terrifying. Even after sustaining such grave injuries, it continued thrashing its massive body like a giant whip, as if trying to split the four apart.
Seeing this, Dugu Bo hurriedly activated the soul bone skill from his skull: Medusa's Gaze. A beam of white light shot from his eyes, aiming to immobilize the Titan Giant Python completely.
The other three immediately intensified their attacks. Even Second Grandfather Yang Wushuang activated his Martial Soul Avatar, while Yang Podi unleashed his second soul skill: Demonic Tiger Annihilation Slash. With the amplification of his first and third soul skills, his attack power became exceptionally ferocious.
After an intense battle, the four continued their assault on the Titan Giant Python, gradually forcing it from the swamp to the nearby land—a deliberate move to prevent it from escaping back into the swamp.
After nearly half an hour of sustained attacks, the Titan Giant Python finally collapsed on the ground, barely alive. All four had consumed a great deal of soul power, especially Yang Podi, who was gasping for breath after the prolonged fight against a 100,000-year soul beast.
When the Titan Giant Python attempted to self-destruct at the last moment, Dugu Bo promptly activated his skull soul bone skill again, successfully suppressing the self-destruction.
Even Yang Podi couldn't help but praise, "This Poison Douluo truly lives up to his reputation as both a control and an enhanced attack-type soul master. His skills are impressive, especially this skull soul bone ability—it's incredibly practical."
Yang Zhen Tian quickly spoke, "Podi, finish it off. This Titan Giant Python should be close to death."
Yang Podi nodded, activating the third technique of the Breaking Soul Nine Techniques: Ten Thousand Blades as One. Countless spear projections converged into one and pierced through the Titan Giant Python's head from its previous wound.
Yet, the Titan Giant Python's vitality was astonishing. Even with its head pierced, it continued thrashing for a long time before gradually falling still. Finally, a massive red soul ring appeared.
Yang Podi took out some herbs and handed them to the others while sitting on the ground himself to recover his soul power and physical state. After all, absorbing a 100,000-year soul ring was no trivial matter.
