Time Flies

After cultivating for about four hours, Ye Xi began to feel mentally exhausted.

Her eyes slowly opened. After stretching her body, Ye Xi lay down on the soft, comfortable bed and fell into a deep sleep.

Sometimes, time was like flowing water—gone never to return.

In the blink of an eye, three years had quietly passed, and Ye Xi was now nine years old.

Over those three years, Ye Xi's life had been highly structured. Every morning, she trained her body with Second Worship Golden Crocodile; in the morning, she studied strategy with Third Offering Azure Luan; in the afternoon, she underwent combat training with four offerings; at night, she soaked in medicinal baths and practiced Meditative Cultivation.

Now nine years old, Ye Xi's Soul Power had reached level twenty-four, making her a Soul Grandmaster.

Her Second Soul Ring had come from a thousand-year-old Soul Devouring Golden Eagle.

Second Soul Skill: Soul Devouring Gaze—formed eyes from Soul Power to stare at an opponent. Those being watched had all attributes reduced by thirty percent, while her own attributes increased by fifty percent.

Morning.

Wearing a Silver Palace Dress, Ye Xi left her room early and headed toward the main hall of the Worship Hall.

Upon arriving in the hall, Ye Xi bowed in turn to the six offerings of the Worship Hall, thanking them for their instruction over the past three years. She then walked straight up to Qian Daoliu.

"Grandpa, I want to travel the continent and gain experience."

Ye Xi's sapphire-blue eyes were filled with determination, and her tone was more serious than ever before.

"Train on the continent?"

"That's fine, but Grandpa would be worried if you went alone."

"Later, Grandpa will take you to the Hall of Elders and have an elder accompany you to protect you."

Qian Daoliu stroked Ye Xi's hair, his voice full of gratification.

Over the past three years, Qian Daoliu had witnessed every bit of Ye Xi's growth.

It could even be said that, after only three short years, the other offerings had nothing left to teach her.

Whether it was Combat Experience, Combat Skills, or strategy, Ye Xi had learned nearly everything.

Thus, Qian Daoliu was extremely satisfied with Ye Xi.

"Grandpa, besides an elder from the Hall of Elders, I want one more person to come with me."

After thinking for a moment, Ye Xi spoke seriously.

"Xiao Xi, who do you want?"

Qian Daoliu asked with interest.

"Yang Wushuang from the Papal Hall."

Ye Xi's tone was firm.

"Yang Wushuang?"

Hearing the name, Qian Daoliu thought carefully and found that he did have some impression of him.

Yang Wushuang was a level eighty-one Soul Douluo, currently working for Pope Bibi Dong in the Papal Hall.

"Fine."

As Qian Daoliu spoke, he took out a token bearing the image of a six-winged angel. After handing it to Ye Xi, he said softly, "When the time comes, take this token and go directly to the Papal Hall to call for someone."

Ye Xi accepted the token, a smile appearing on her face.

This token was called the Angel Token, unique to the Worship Hall.

The Angel Token allowed its holder to hold status equal to an offering of the Worship Hall. Though it was not as well-known as the Papal Token of the Papal Hall, the Angel Token was far more useful than the Papal Token.

After all, the Papal Hall was merely the nominal highest institution of Spirit Hall. The true centers of power were the Worship Hall and the Hall of Elders.

As long as a vote passed, the Worship Hall and the Hall of Elders could even replace the Pope.

"Xiao Xi, if you're going out to gain experience, why not take Tian Yao with you?"

"You two are close in age, so you'll have company on the road."

Golden Crocodile pointed at Tian Yao, who stood beside him, and looked at Ye Xi with a smile.

"Sure."

"It just depends on whether Sister Tian Yao is willing."

Ye Xi smiled and turned her gaze toward Tian Yao.

After three years together, Tian Yao could be said to be her only good friend.

"Of course I'm willing."

Tian Yao walked straight up to Ye Xi, a brilliant smile on her delicate face.

"Tian Yao, remember this. During the journey, listen to Xiao Xi more."

Seeing Tian Yao's delighted expression, Golden Crocodile gave her a serious reminder.

"Grandpa, don't worry."

"When the time comes, I'll definitely protect Second Young Lady."

Tian Yao patted her chest, her voice full of confidence.

Hearing this, Golden Crocodile merely smiled and said nothing.

Golden Crocodile knew Ye Xi and Tian Yao's strength very well.

Though Ye Xi was currently a level twenty-four Soul Grandmaster, if they truly fought, she could defeat most Soul Ancestors around level forty.

Tian Yao's Soul Power might be equal to Ye Xi's, but her true strength merely stood at the top among those of the same level.

If anything truly happened, it was uncertain who would end up protecting whom.

"Alright, I'll take you to find an elder."

Qian Daoliu rose from his seat and headed straight toward the Hall of Elders.

Ye Xi and Tian Yao followed behind him.

Upon arriving at the Hall of Elders, Qian Daoliu brought Ye Xi and Tian Yao to a woman around thirty years old.

"This is Ling Yuan Elder."

"Her martial soul is the Blazing Fire Spirit Kite, and she is a level ninety-two attack-type Titled Douluo."

Qian Daoliu pointed at Ling Yuan Elder as he introduced her to Ye Xi and Tian Yao.

"Ling Yuan Elder."

Ye Xi and Tian Yao greeted Ling Yuan Elder.

"Second Young Lady."

"Miss Tian Yao."

Ling Yuan Elder returned their greeting.

"Ling Yuan, Xiao Xi and Tian Yao are going out to gain experience. Go with them and be responsible for protecting them."

Qian Daoliu looked at Ling Yuan Elder and spoke calmly.

"First Offering, please rest assured."

"With this subordinate present, Second Young Lady and Tian Yao will be perfectly safe."

Ling Yuan Elder bowed to Qian Daoliu, her voice filled with solemnity.

"Mm."

Qian Daoliu nodded lightly, signaling for Ling Yuan Elder to rise before turning his gaze to Ye Xi.

"Xiao Xi, when do you plan to leave?"

Qian Daoliu asked softly.

"Grandpa, I plan to leave at noon."

Ye Xi answered decisively.

"Mm."

"Xiao Xi, remember this. During your journey, if any older generation shamelessly attacks you, have Ling Yuan teach them a lesson."

"If Ling Yuan can't beat them, send Grandpa a message. Grandpa will take up the Angel Holy Sword and go reason with them for you."

Qian Daoliu spoke with great seriousness, his tone stern.

"Grandpa, I understand."

A smile blossomed across Ye Xi's delicate face.

How could she not be happy to have a grandpa like this?

Still, Ye Xi felt that if Qian Daoliu truly took up the Angel Holy Sword, then what he would be teaching them was probably not reason, but physics.

After all, among all the soul masters on the continent, there were definitely no more than three who could truly exchange blows with Qian Daoliu.

"Alright, then go make your preparations."

After patting Ye Xi on the shoulder, Qian Daoliu headed toward the Worship Hall.