ALL NOVEL Chapter 17: Encounter
Upon hearing the name, I was taken aback. As the reader may know, Peerless Doulou, the level 99 elder of the Body Clan, was also named Du Busi in Doulou Dalu 2. I admired his character. Now, I encountered someone with the same name, body type, and martial soul. As I approached him, he noticed me and inquired about my identity. I introduced myself as Han Jisoo, the young master of the Red Thunder Dragon family.
He questioned my reason for speaking to him, a commoner. I assured him that I had never done anything to offend him. He replied that it wasn't about my actions but about my status as a noble. He believed that all nobles were alike, using commoners and then discarding them. He expressed his confusion regarding the dean's decision to allow me to join the academy.
I clarified that I was not a noble, but a member of a family that had risen from commoner status through cultivation. I emphasized our family's commitment to helping commoners and our avoidance of noble titles or involvement in wars. I suggested that his resentment towards nobles might be clouding his judgment. I offered him the opportunity to become a Doulou, highlighting the potential of his martial soul and the benefits of joining our family. I mentioned my grandfather's upcoming training session, which would be attended by all teachers, including the dean.
I continued, "Think about it, Du Busi. Your martial soul is incredibly powerful, and with the right guidance, you could achieve great things. Our family has a long history of nurturing talent and helping individuals reach their full potential. We believe that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, regardless of their background or social status.
"Imagine the possibilities, Du Busi. As a Doulou, you could become a legendary figure, respected and admired by all. You could protect the weak, defend the innocent, and make a real difference in the world. You could achieve greatness that you never thought possible."
He remained skeptical. "You nobles are all the same," he insisted. "You use us for your own benefit and then discard us when we are no longer useful."
I shook my head. "That is a misconception," I replied. "Our family is different. We value loyalty, respect, and cooperation. We believe in the power of teamwork and the importance of helping others. We have always been committed to supporting the common people and promoting social justice.
"We are not like the other noble families," I continued. "We do not see commoners as inferior beings. We see them as our equals, deserving of the same opportunities and respect as anyone else. We believe that everyone has the potential to achieve greatness, regardless of their social status."
Du Busi seemed to be considering my words. "If what you say is true," he said, "then perhaps I should reconsider."
I smiled. "I encourage you to do so. Come to my grandfather's training session and see for yourself what our family is all about. You won't regret it."
Du Busi nodded. "I'll think about it," he said.
As I walked away, I felt a sense of satisfaction. I had taken the time to explain my family's values and beliefs to Du Busi, and I hoped that he would eventually come to understand our true nature. I believed that he had the potential to become a valuable member of our family, and I was determined to help him realize his full potential.
As I arrived home, I heard the familiar sounds of training. My grandfather and elder must have been engaged in their daily exercises. I felt a surge of heat, realizing that my aunt was also training. As a family member, she was required to follow our customs and had begun training with the elders. Approaching the fighting arena, I inquired about her progress. She informed me that she had stabilized her core and become accustomed to it. I then asked if she was ready for the next step. She nodded, and I turned to Elder Yu for confirmation. He gave his approval.
I proceeded to present her with a red veil, explaining that it was my blood. She was shocked to hear this and sensed her martial soul's desire to devour it. I confirmed that the blood would allow her martial soul to evolve into a pure dragon martial soul, not a pseudo dragon. She expressed confusion about the term "pseudo dragon." I explained that her current fire dragon martial soul was a pseudo dragon. She questioned why I hadn't mentioned anything about the blood in the veil. I replied that the transformation was irreversible and that I must have carefully considered everything before making the decision. I assured her that I was a thoughtful person who weighed the consequences of important actions.
We arrived at the cottage, and I handed her the veil, instructing her to use its power to nourish her body and achieve full body Dragonification, similar to others who had consumed it. She nodded and began observing the veil. After four hours of observation, she informed me that she had reached level 78 and that her martial soul had become incredibly powerful, gaining the ultimate fire attribute. I nodded and turned to the elder, pointing towards the Sunset Forest. I requested that family members above level 50 search the forest for a magical place. He inquired about my reason, and I explained that I sensed a large amount of dragon aura emanating from that location. He confirmed that the Sunset Forest had an overload of 80,000 dragon blood units. I added that I believed the aura was coming from a dead treasure land, not a living being that had died. He was astonished at my ability to discover this, questioning how I had found the place.
I replied that I didn't know, but perhaps the treasure land's aura had leaked due to an incident, and my pure dragon blood had allowed me to trace it. My explanation seemed to satisfy the elder, who agreed to my request without further questioning. He dispatched teams to thoroughly search the Sunset Forest, even enlisting the help of Elder Emerald Poison. I nodded, unaware that my explanation had not been entirely believed.
As I watched the teams prepare to depart, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement. The possibility of discovering a hidden treasure land was both thrilling and daunting. I knew that the search would be arduous and dangerous, but I was confident that our family members were up to the challenge.
I also couldn't help but think about the potential benefits of such a discovery. A treasure land could provide our family with countless resources, including powerful artifacts, rare materials, and valuable knowledge. It could also enhance our reputation and strengthen our position within the realm.
As the teams departed, I watched them go with a mixture of hope and anticipation. I knew that the search would be a long and difficult one, but I was determined to see it through to the end. I believed that the rewards would be worth the effort.
I also couldn't help but wonder what secrets the Sunset Forest held. What kind of treasure land was hidden within its depths? What dangers awaited those who dared to venture inside? I was eager to find out, and I couldn't wait to hear the results of the search.