See What You're Capable Of

In Xiao Han's eyes, the Xue Qinghe before him was merely a woman disguised as a man.

At this time, her true age was likely still under twenty.

Xue Qinghe suddenly asked,

"Xiao Han, what brings you here to see me?"

"Crown Prince, I'm looking for something. I'm afraid you may be the only person in the world who can help me."

"Oh? What is it? Let me hear it."

"It's a book called the 'Immortal Herb Compendium.'"

"The 'Immortal Herb Compendium'?"

Upon learning that it was a book, Xue Qinghe was somewhat surprised. He had not expected Xiao Han to come for that.

Though she found it rather absurd, Xue Qinghe still smiled amiably.

"Xiao Han, this is the first time I've heard of the 'Immortal Herb Compendium.' As far as I know, the empire's libraries do not seem to have such a book."

"Crown Prince, that book seems to be in Spirit Hall, which is why I came to ask for your help."

"Spirit Hall..."

Xue Qinghe frowned, deep in thought.

Spirit Hall did indeed possess many precious and rare books of all kinds, but Qian Renxue had not spent much time in Spirit Hall and did not know much about them.

She guessed that the book Xiao Han spoke of might indeed be in Spirit Hall.

She simply did not know why the teenage boy before her wanted it.

"Xiao Han, could it be that you understand Immortal Herbs? Are you interested in them?"

Xiao Han answered with a serious expression,

"Crown Prince, to be honest, although I'm young, I know a little about medicine. I've studied all kinds of medicinal herbs since childhood. If I couldn't become a Soul Master, I would become a physician who saved lives and healed the wounded. Now that I've become a Soul Master, studying medicinal herbs remains one of my interests."

After hearing Xiao Han's explanation, Xue Qinghe nodded slightly, her gaze carrying a hint of admiration.

"You have already become a Soul Master with Innate Full Soul Power, with limitless potential, yet you can still remain true to your original aspirations. That is truly rare. However, that book you mentioned is in Spirit Hall, so I'm afraid..."

Xue Qinghe paused, seeming somewhat troubled.

"Your Highness, what is it?"

"You're still young, so there are some things I cannot say to you directly. Spirit Hall is no longer the Spirit Hall it once was. Given the relationship between the empire and them, even if I am the Crown Prince, they may not be willing to give that book to me. Do you understand?"

Of course Xiao Han understood. If the real Xue Qinghe went to ask for it, Spirit Hall would definitely ignore him. But his true identity was the young master of Spirit Hall. As long as Spirit Hall possessed the "Immortal Herb Compendium," he would certainly be able to get his hands on it.

It seemed he had to show some sincerity.

"Your Highness, I believe that as long as you take action, you will definitely be able to obtain it. That is why I came to you. If you are willing to help me this time, I will repay your kindness. Though I am not strong enough yet, perhaps in five or ten years, I may be able to help you in some way."

Hearing this, Xue Qinghe broke into a grin.

The young man before her seemed remarkably mature in both speech and conduct, though there was also a trace of arrogance about him.

That was somewhat similar to her own personality—his persistence in pursuing what he wanted.

Xue Qinghe did not become angry because of Xiao Han's insistence. Instead, she admired his courage even more.

He had just entered the imperial palace, yet he already dared to speak so boldly before the Crown Prince. This young man was far too confident.

Most people's confidence came from their own formidable strength. Without real ability to back it up, it was merely conceit.

Ever since Qian Renxue had infiltrated the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace, she had been secretly building her own power.

Naturally, she would not pass up a talented young person.

Just as Xiao Han had said, she might not have any use for him now, but who could say what would happen in five or ten years?

Moreover, Skywater Academy stood behind him.

Qian Renxue knew that Xiao Han was extraordinarily gifted, which was why Skywater Academy had admitted him as an exception.

However, she still did not know whether, after several years of cultivation, this youth had truly lived up to his talent.

"I didn't expect you to be so persistent about that 'Immortal Herb Compendium.' It seems you are very confident in your future."

"Of course. Your Highness, I rushed here to see you as soon as I obtained my Third Soul Ring in the Ice Sealed Forest."

Xue Qinghe froze for a moment, realizing that Xiao Han wanted to display his strength before her and prove that his words were no empty boast.

"You have already reached the Soul Elder level?"

"Yes, Your Highness. I am eleven this year, and my Soul Power is at rank thirty-two."

"Eleven years old, rank thirty-two..."

Xue Qinghe suddenly thought of the Spirit Hall Academy Team.

She had heard that every member of Spirit Hall Academy's current team was exceptionally gifted and possessed limitless potential. Xie Yue, Hu Liena, and Yan in particular were held in high regard by Pope Bibi Dong.

Yet even among those three, none had broken through to rank thirty-two Soul Power at the age of eleven.

The youth before her was clearly even more outstanding.

Xue Qinghe looked at Xiao Han in disbelief, though she still wore a smile.

"Xiao Han, I have never seen anyone reach the Soul Elder level at eleven years old. You are the first. Would you mind showing me your strength?"

"Of course not. Your Highness, I would never dare to make empty boasts before you."

As he spoke, Xiao Han stretched out both hands and slowly released his martial soul and Soul Rings.

The True Ice Bow and Arrow radiated bone-chilling cold. The air in the grand hall seemed on the verge of freezing as the temperature plummeted.

Three Soul Rings—yellow, purple, and purple—circled Xiao Han's body, highlighting the confidence on his face.

At the sight of this, Xue Qinghe's pupils suddenly contracted, and she could not help but sigh inwardly,

His Second Soul Ring is already at the thousand-year level. Even I, with Innate Full Soul Power at rank twenty, never managed that. How did he do it? He truly has lived up to his talent. His future is boundless. If he can truly be used by me in the future...

Xiao Han withdrew his martial soul and Soul Rings, then smiled.

"Your Highness, I was afraid you might get cold, so I put them away first."

Xue Qinghe came back to her senses and smiled.

"You truly are extraordinarily gifted. No wonder Skywater Academy made an exception to admit you. At such a young age, your Second Soul Ring has already reached the thousand-year level. It is simply unbelievable."

Xue Qinghe's lavish praise did not make Xiao Han smug.

Xiao Han answered humbly,

"Your Highness, I was merely lucky."

Xue Qinghe nodded slightly.

"I will do my best to help you obtain the 'Immortal Herb Compendium' you mentioned."

"Thank you, Crown Prince."

"No need to be so polite. If I obtain it, I will send someone to notify you."

"Alright."

The two smiled at each other.

Xue Qinghe suddenly asked,

"By the way, Skywater Academy's team for the next Soul Master Tournament has already been formed, hasn't it?"

"Yes, the new team has already been formed."

"If I'm not mistaken, you should be one of the team members as well."

"Yes, Your Highness. However, I am only a substitute."

"It seems you are a special case. I hope to see an impressive performance from you at the next Soul Master Tournament."

"Your Highness, I will do my best."

Afterward, Xiao Han and Lin Zhiruo left the imperial palace.