Douluo Dalu: I have a Soul Beast Clone

After learning that his granddaughter's crush was none other than the imperial prince consort, Dugu Bo immediately realized it was impossible to make him annul his engagement.

Especially since, as a princess, she could never be a concubine; she had to be a proper wife!

This meant that if Dugu Yan still wished to marry this young man, she could only do so as a concubine in name.

But having his beloved granddaughter become someone's concubine? That was absolutely unacceptable to Dugu Bo.

What was wrong with his precious granddaughter? Why should she settle for being a concubine? He, as the mighty Poison Douluo, couldn't stomach such a disgrace!

It was evident that their relationship was doomed.

Dugu Bo could already foresee his granddaughter falling into a prolonged period of sadness.

As her doting grandfather, the mere thought made his teeth clench in frustration. He wanted nothing more than to wring that boy's neck to vent his anger!

But he couldn't.

That young man was the emperor's chosen son-in-law and a marquis of the empire.

If Dugu Bo killed him, it would be a direct slap in the face to Emperor Xue Ye and the nobility, effectively making an enemy of the empire's upper echelon.

While the strength of a Title Douluo granted him unparalleled status, it did not make him invincible or exempt from consequences.

So he couldn't kill the boy.

But capturing that brat, teaching him a lesson, and dragging him to apologize to his granddaughter? That was entirely within reason.

As long as he didn't kill him or maim him, it would be fine.

After asking the three academy deans for the location of Li Chang'an's dormitory and explaining his intentions, Dugu Bo left.

The three deans made no effort to stop him. They knew Dugu Bo wouldn't go too far; Li Chang'an might suffer a few bruises, but it would ultimately be a valuable lesson in humility.

With incredible speed, Dugu Bo streaked through the sky, a green blur that quickly reached the dormitory grounds.

However, just as he approached, he suddenly stopped in mid-air, a look of surprise crossing his face.

His martial soul tingled—an unusual sensation that only occurred in the presence of someone with a kindred spirit or a similar martial soul.

And the source of this feeling was right inside the courtyard before him.

Could it be?

Was his granddaughter's crush also a possessor of the Jade Phosphor Serpent spirit?

And judging by the strength of this resonance, it wasn't an ordinary Jade Phosphor Serpent—it had to be the Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor!

Dugu Bo was stunned. He had encountered cases of unrelated people possessing the same martial soul before, but those were typically basic or low-level spirits like Blue Silver Grass, hoes, or sickles, common among peasants.

However, advanced spirits like White Armored Earth Dragon, Diamond Mammoth, Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda—and the Jade Phosphor Serpent—were typically passed down within specific bloodlines.

Was it possible that this boy's family had some distant connection to the Dugu clan? Could they share an ancient ancestor?

Dugu Bo's mind raced with speculation.

At that moment, a calm voice rang out from the courtyard.

"Friend outside, since you've come, why not show yourself?"

It was a steady, magnetic voice.

Someone discovered me?

Dugu Bo was startled. As a Title Douluo, he had completely concealed his aura. How could a mere rank-30 Soul Elder sense his presence?

But then it struck him—the boy must have sensed the resonance between their martial souls, not his concealed aura!

Inside the courtyard, Li Chang'an had just stepped out of his dormitory.

Though he maintained a calm demeanor, his heart was a mix of tension and anticipation. From the martial soul resonance, he had already deduced who was outside the walls.

When Dugu Bo had approached the dormitory, Li Chang'an immediately felt the familiar, kindred energy!

As someone with a beast-tool hybrid spirit, he instinctively recognized the source of this feeling: the Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor.

And who else in the world had the Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor besides Poison Douluo Dugu Bo?

No one.

Li Chang'an didn't know why Dugu Bo was looking for him, but with Dugu Yan's sudden leave of absence, he guessed it must have something to do with her.

He had been wondering how to approach this Poison Douluo, and now the man had come to him directly. But the unhidden hostility? That left Li Chang'an a bit flustered.

Did I offend this guy somehow?

Why is he brimming with hostility?

If not for the absence of killing intent, Li Chang'an would have already called for the deans to protect him.

Suddenly, a gust of cold wind swept through the courtyard.

Before Li Chang'an stood an old man.

This figure was tall and gaunt, with a body as straight as a spear. His hair and beard were a striking emerald green, and his glowing green eyes resembled radiant gemstones. His face was stiff, his cheeks sunken, and his disheveled green hair gave him a ghastly, sinister air. He looked like a walking embodiment of poison and menace.

Such a distinctive appearance left no room for doubt—this man was the Poison Douluo, Dugu Bo.

Suppressing the surge of excitement in his heart, Li Chang'an maintained his composure, respectfully bowing.

"I didn't expect a visit from such a distinguished senior. May I know why you've come?"

Dugu Bo also scrutinized the young man before him.

No wonder his granddaughter liked this boy—handsome and charming were an understatement. Though Dugu Bo had seen countless good-looking people in his life, this young man's looks were exceptional.

He even reminded Dugu Bo of his own younger self.

Of course, Li Chang'an had no idea about the shameless narcissistic thoughts running through the old man's mind. If he did, he'd surely have some pointed comments about it.

"You are Li Chang'an?" Dugu Bo's tone was cold and piercing.

For most, the natural response in this situation might have been denial—after all, the old man radiated clear hostility.

But Li Chang'an, knowing Dugu Bo's identity, stood tall and answered firmly:

"I am indeed Li Chang'an."

"Good!"

Dugu Bo let out a chilling laugh. Whether it was admiration for the boy's courage or satisfaction at finding his target was unclear.

The next moment, before Li Chang'an could react, a sharp blow struck the back of his neck. His vision blurred, and he lost consciousness, collapsing to the ground.

Dugu Bo reached out and grabbed Li Chang'an by the back of his collar. With a surge of soul power, they soared into the air, vanishing as a green streak across the sky.

Just like that, Dugu Bo brazenly kidnapped the best student of Heaven Dou Academy.

(To Be Continued)