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Boom.

Hearing Soul Emperor's evaluation of him, Hun Xiu's heart trembled slightly. Even though he now knew that he had activated his Dou Emperor Bloodline and obtained the sign-in system,

he still only felt a faint longing for the words "Dou Emperor." Become an Emperor? It was not as if he had never considered it, but for him right now, it was still far too distant.

He simply did not dare to think too much about it.

After all, even if he possessed the Potential to become Emperor,

that was merely potential. The future was still far away and full of unknowns.

There was no shortage of geniuses who died young.

Of course, he was Soul Emperor's son. Dying young?

That simply could not happen. Who was Soul Emperor? If even his own son died young,

would he not lose face? Still, one could never be too careful.

For now, if he could lie low, then he should lie low for a while longer. If he wanted to live recklessly, he at least needed the strength of a Dou Saint first. The continent was vast and dangerous everywhere; without the strength of a Dou Saint, he did not dare act too wildly.

After all, he was not blessed with a protagonist's fate, with a cockroach-like body that would not die no matter how recklessly he acted.

A protagonist?

Hun Xiu never fantasized that he was one, nor was he willing to test it. He only wanted to work hard and improve his strength.

At the very least, he did not want to become cannon fodder in the future. Of course, if he had the chance, he also wanted to change the Hun Clan's fate.

The former was easy enough. As for the latter? That depended on the circumstances.

For now, lying low was the true path.

"Father, you praise me too highly. Xiu'er merely has a somewhat stronger bloodline. I truly do not deserve such high praise," Hun Xiu said respectfully after coming back to his senses.

There was a kind of love called "praising someone to death."

He would not become so delighted by a single compliment from Soul Emperor that he lost his bearings.

After all, he was a transmigrator and knew full well how terrifying "praising someone to death" could be.

He did not want to be pushed into the spotlight. Besides, his current strength did not permit him to stand in the spotlight.

If Hun Xiu possessed the strength of a Dou Saint right now, then even if it was "praising someone to death,"

bring it on.

Was it not just the spotlight?

What did he have to fear? Bring it on!

Xiu'er would not be afraid at all. But for now?

Lying low came first. Humility and keeping a low profile were the true path.

A trace of satisfaction flashed through Soul Emperor's eyes. Neither arrogant nor impetuous—truly worthy of being his Xiu'er.

His tone gradually softened. "Xiu'er, you are being too modest. You deserve such praise."

Hun Xiu lowered his head and did not dare respond to Soul Emperor.

He simply did not know how to reply.

Should he go along with his words and admit it?

Or should he continue being modest?

If he kept being modest and angered this cheap Laozi of his, what then? So Hun Xiu naturally chose to remain silent. Silence was the best choice at this moment.

Seeing that Hun Xiu said nothing, Soul Emperor prepared to get to the point. After all, his purpose in coming to see Hun Xiu was not simple.

"Ding."

Just as Soul Emperor was about to speak, the system's voice rang out in Hun Xiu's mind.

"Technique Selection:"

"Option one: Heaven-tier high-grade technique: Emperor Burning Fire Art."

"Option two: Unknown technique: Fire Devouring Scripture."

Hun Xiu asked, "System, what is the difference between the first and second options?"

The system replied, "Of course there is a difference. The former is one of the strongest known fire-attribute techniques on the continent."

"The latter is an unknown technique with limitless potential and a high chance of allowing its practitioner to become a Dou Emperor."

"Hmm?"

Upon hearing the system's words, Hun Xiu's heart skipped a beat.

A Dou Emperor?

It had a high chance of allowing him to become a Dou Emperor. Was there even a need to choose? He decisively chose the Fire Devouring Scripture.

Hun Xiu said, "System, I choose option two, the Fire Devouring Scripture."

Soul Emperor took out two techniques from his Storage Ring. One of them emanated scorching fire-attribute Dou Qi, turning all the Dou Qi around it crimson.

It was the Heaven-tier high-grade technique—the Emperor Burning Fire Art.

One of the strongest known fire-attribute techniques on the continent.

In Soul Emperor's other hand was another technique. Compared to the domineering Emperor Burning Fire Art, this one appeared especially ordinary.

It was the unknown technique—the Fire Devouring Scripture.

Hun Xiu's gaze was fixed on the two techniques when Soul Emperor's calm voice sounded. "Xiu'er, you have now activated your Dou Emperor Bloodline and become a Dou Ling. You may now cultivate a technique."

"Choose one of these two techniques."

At the end, Soul Emperor did not forget to remind him, "What I cultivate is the Emperor Burning Fire Art."

The meaning behind his words was obvious. He also wanted Hun Xiu to choose this Heaven-tier high-grade technique.

As for the other technique, Soul Emperor had studied it briefly, but unfortunately, he could not understand the contents written within.

However, Soul Emperor was certain of one thing: although the other technique looked plain and ordinary,

it was not a simple technique.

He had obtained it from an ancient cave dwelling while traveling the continent years ago.

Yet even he could not understand its contents. He only recognized the four words "Fire Devouring Scripture" on its cover; he could not understand a single word inside.

Why had he taken out this technique instead of directly giving the Emperor Burning Fire Art to Hun Xiu?

If he said it was a whim?

Would anyone believe him? Hun Xiu looked at the Emperor Burning Fire Art, then at the Fire Devouring Scripture, wearing a rather troubled expression.

In the end, Hun Xiu's hand slowly reached toward the Emperor Burning Fire Art. Seeing this, Soul Emperor nodded in satisfaction.

His son's choice truly had not disappointed him. As expected of his son. Well done.

But just as Hun Xiu's small hand was about to land on the Emperor Burning Fire Art,

his movements paused slightly. Then Hun Xiu decisively changed direction and chose the Fire Devouring Scripture.

This was a technique that gave its practitioner a high chance of becoming a Dou Emperor. As long as one was not a fool, one would know how to choose.

Hun Xiu tightly gripped the Fire Devouring Scripture and said with a resolute expression, "Father, Xiu'er chooses the Fire Devouring Scripture."

Soul Emperor: "..."

Soul Emperor looked utterly bewildered. He had made his hint so obvious, yet Hun Xiu still chose this "trash" technique. Was this boy trying to anger him to death? "Ahem..."

Soul Emperor came back to his senses and coughed lightly. "Xiu'er, how about choosing another one?"

"This technique is not suitable for you."

"No..."

Hun Xiu shook his head and said firmly, "Father, Xiu'er wants to cultivate this technique. The first time Xiu'er saw it, Xiu'er felt an especially strong affinity with it."

Hearing Hun Xiu's words, Soul Emperor stared at him intently.