I open a black store in Douluo Dalu

The person who entered was dressed in ordinary clothing, although there was nothing in their attire to indicate wealth, they had a peculiar air about them.

Ye Xuan glanced at them briefly and immediately knew they were a master.

"Another one seeking their death? By the way, why are those who opened the treasure chest and obtained wealth now considering taking my life?"

"Sir, how can I assist you?" Ye Xuan asked.

The visitor carefully examined the small shop. Its design was simple and transparent, without mysteries.

The shining treasure chests behind Ye Xuan didn't catch their attention; they could probably recreate that effect in many ways.

"Is this what the sect leader and Chen Xin admired so much? I don't see anything special about it."

Indeed, the person who had arrived was Bone Douluo, one of the two titled Douluo guardians of the Glazed Qibao Sect.

It's not that he didn't trust Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo when he came this time, but he noticed that Sword Douluo had obtained a 200,000-year soul ring, and his soul power level had reached ninety-eight. So he came specifically to improve his own soul power level.

"If I wish to strengthen my power, what kind of treasure chest should I purchase?" Bone Douluo asked simply.

Ye Xuan had never received such a straightforward customer, which left him momentarily speechless, abandoning his previous thoughts.

"How many gold coins do you have?" Ye Xuan inquired.

"I still have ten million," Bone Douluo replied casually.

It was as if those ten million soul gold coins were simply flowers on the side of the road for Bone Douluo.

In fact, this was the reality: powerful men like Bone Douluo and Sword Douluo protected the wealthiest sect and typically amassed significant wealth.

When no amount of money could increase their strength, they lost interest in money.

If spending money meant improving his power, Bone Douluo would be willing to spend his entire fortune.

"Then, buy a purple-gold treasure chest. Don't worry about the price; it costs ten million soul gold coins. In fact, the purple-gold treasure chest has the highest return rate. It contains hundred-thousand-year soul bones. You can find soul rings, twin martial souls, and even the conditions to become a god-level power. Of course, what you obtain may not be what you desire, and it's possible it may not improve your strength. Do you want to give it a try, or purchase ten of them? The golden treasure chest is also available to you," Ye Xuan explained.

Bone Douluo didn't hesitate and placed a thick stack of soul gold coins and gold tickets in front of Ye Xuan.

"I'll take the purple-gold treasure chest," Bone Douluo simply said.

Ye Xuan smiled; the deal was quickly concluded.

The purple-gold treasure chest was placed in front of Bone Douluo, and he opened it immediately.

A pale soul bone appeared before them.

"A soul bone?" Bone Douluo expressed, somewhat surprised.

Compared to 200,000-year soul rings, Bone Douluo would still prefer the soul rings.

"This is the Bone Dragon Core Soul Bone. Undoubtedly, you'll love the soul skills it contains. It possesses immense energy, and I'm sure you'll be pleased. The soul bones that come out of a purple-gold treasure chest like this are unparalleled in quality. What I offer here is genuine, and it will never disappoint you," Ye Xuan declared with a smile.

Bone Douluo observed the soul bone in front of him with some doubts but ultimately took it.

It was a torso soul bone, and Bone Douluo could perceive the faint soul power fluctuations emanating from it.

Without a word, Bone Douluo integrated it directly into himself. A faint light enveloped his entire body. Bone Douluo felt a cold soul power circulating within him, strengthening his stagnant soul power, bringing a sensation of growth.

A slight smile graced Bone Douluo's face. As long as his strength could increase, the expenditure would be worth it. Bone Douluo was already extremely powerful, with few people across the Douluo Continent capable of matching his strength.

Although the torso bone contained a potent soul power, he accepted it calmly. The soul bone was slowly integrating into his body, giving him the feeling that it didn't belong to him. Eventually, the soul bone fully merged into Bone Douluo's body, becoming a part of his bones.

He didn't know how much time had passed, but Bone Douluo opened his eyes with a broad smile on his face.

"Shopkeeper, I..."

Before Bone Douluo could finish his sentence, he rushed out of the shop with a look of astonishment. Night had fallen without warning, and the outside was shrouded in darkness. Though he knew the soul bone fusion would take time, he never expected it to be so long.

What was even more astonishing was that he had barely felt the passage of time.

"There were some guests during the afternoon, but unfortunately, they left when they saw you absorbed in soul bone fusion. To maintain your integrity with the soul bone, I've suffered quite a bit of loss. Tell me, how are you going to make it up?" Ye Xuan exclaimed with some irritation.

"Please, don't blame the shop owner. However, given that your place seems to have a unique charm, I can introduce you to some people as compensation," replied Bone Douluo.

Ye Xuan simply nodded and asked, "So, how do you feel?"

Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't have shared this kind of information with anyone since it was a personal matter. However, for some reason, Bone Douluo felt that the time they had spent together had been meaningful and considered Ye Xuan a trustworthy individual.

"My soul power has increased by one level, reaching level ninety-six, and I've acquired a new soul skill called 'Substitute.' When my body can't withstand an enemy's attack, this soul bone will take the blow on my behalf. It's almost like having a second chance at life," explained Bone Douluo.

Ye Xuan nodded, recognizing this as a common feature of soul bones.

"It's late, and I'm closing the shop. See you in the future," Ye Xuan announced.

Bone Douluo simply nodded, then turned around and departed quietly. His figure quickly vanished into the dark night.

For powerful individuals like Bone Douluo and Sword Douluo, who had the financial backing of the wealthy Qibao Glazed Sect, making money was a walk in the park. It was only a matter of time before they became regular customers of Ye Xuan.

However, just as Ye Xuan was about to close the door with a loud thud, an object plummeted from the sky and landed right in front of him, followed closely by Bone Douluo, who also descended from above.

"Shopkeeper, this guy was spying on you," Bone Douluo reported.

Ye Xuan looked at the unconscious man lying on the ground and felt a momentary pity for him. This must have been sent by that Xue Qinghe character.

"It's not a pity for a pawn to end up dead," Ye Xuan declared.

Bone Douluo nodded and then grabbed the young man before flying into the night.