Chapter 26: Titled Douluo

The moment Grandpa consumed the Dragon Spirit Grass, an extraordinary change occurred. My Dragon Slaying Saber moved closer to him as if responding to some invisible force. It began to emit a dazzling golden light, brighter than anything I'd ever seen. I instinctively stepped back, as did Uncle Xin. We both watched in stunned silence as the seven-colored miasma that protects the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well gathered around Grandpa, forming a massive sphere of swirling colors and toxic energy.

The poisonous sphere pulsed with life, an overwhelming presence emanating from it. The Dragon Slaying Saber floated above the sphere, its golden light intensifying as if it were acting as a catalyst. The energy around Grandpa grew denser, and the miasma's radiance made it impossible to see anything inside. All we could do was wait, our hearts pounding with anticipation and anxiety.

Hours passed, though it felt like an eternity. The sphere remained impenetrable, and the saber continued to shine unwaveringly above it. Then, suddenly, the Dragon Slaying Saber returned to my body in a flash of golden light. At the same moment, a deafening dragon roar erupted from within the sphere. The sound shook the ground beneath us, and the toxic sphere began to dissipate. What emerged left us utterly speechless.

A majestic green dragon burst forth, its scales shimmering with a jade-like brilliance. It was enormous, its presence radiating dominance and power. On the dragon's head stood Grandpa, his figure upright and commanding, exuding an aura of newfound strength. The sight was nothing short of breathtaking.

I couldn't help but exclaim, "Grandpa's martial soul has evolved!" My voice echoed with awe and excitement.

Uncle Xin's eyes widened, his usual calm demeanor replaced with sheer astonishment. "A Jade Phosphor Dragon...."

Grandpa leaped gracefully from the dragon's head and landed before us. His expression was serene but carried a newfound confidence. He extended his hand, and his spirit rings appeared in a radiant display: two yellow, two purple, four black, and one red. A 100,000-year-old soul ring now adorned his martial soul, a feat that left us both speechless.

"A red ring?" I murmured, barely able to believe my eyes.

Grandpa's lips curved into a small smile. "Yes, Bei. A 100,000-year-old soul ring. This herb… it wasn't just a treasure; it was a miracle."

He retracted his martial soul and spirit rings, then turned to us, his voice steady and filled with pride. "Let me explain what happened. The Dragon Spirit Grass… it resonated with the essence of my martial soul. As I consumed it, my body underwent an extraordinary transformation. The miasma formed a cocoon, isolating me from the outside world while the herb worked its wonders. The Dragon Slaying Saber's light acted as a guide and a stabilizer, allowing me to harmonize with the essence of the herb and the surrounding energy."

He paused, glancing at me. "Bei, your saber… it's more extraordinary than I can even comprehend. It's not just a weapon; it's a force that changes destiny."

I felt a surge of pride but remained silent, letting Grandpa continue.

"During this process, my martial soul evolved into the Jade Phosphor Dragon Emperor. Its power is on an entirely different level now. The 100,000-year-old soul ring… was the result of all the different factors involved in the process. It solidified my breakthrough to rank 92."

Uncle Xin's jaw dropped. "Rank 92? You're a Titled Douluo now, Father"

Grandpa nodded, his gaze steady. "From this day forward, I am Poison Dragon Douluo."

The declaration hung in the air, its weight undeniable. Uncle Xin and I exchanged glances, a shared sense of pride and awe passing between us. Our family had achieved something monumental. Grandpa had become the first Titled Douluo in his lineage.

He looked at me and I knew exactly what he was going to say.

"There's no need to thank me," I said, smiling warmly. "In this family, we don't keep track of favors. We grow together."

Grandpa placed a hand on my shoulder, his eyes filled with gratitude and determination. "Indeed, Bei. And with you by our side, our family's future is boundless."

We stood there, united by our triumphs and the unshakable bond of family, celebrating the birth of a Titled Douluo in our family.