Star Dou Great Forest? A Premonition in the Dark!

After hearing Hu Liena's explanation, Xiao Xuan finally understood.

So that's how it is. Elder Ju really knows how to handle people.

That person naturally knew that the Eldest Prince, Xue Qinghe, was an undercover agent of Spirit Hall.

Moreover, he belonged to a different faction from Pope Bibi Dong.

So while avoiding suspicion himself, he was also quietly throwing obstacles in the way.

To prevent a Three Lives Martial Soul genius like Xiao Xuan—

From being poached by other forces, only to be "corrupted" from within instead.

"Old Chrysanthemum isn't a bad guy."

"When I get the chance, I can talk him into taking that thing."

"Money doesn't matter. What matters is fate."

In his mind, he recalled the useless item he had drawn the first time he opened the Soul Guiding Device Energy Card Box.

It was the spirit bone called the "Thorn of Hatred," suitable for plant-type martial souls.

It was useless to him, but it would be of great use to Ju Hua Guan.

A year had passed, and the relationship between the two had gradually grown closer.

It was about time to win him over.

With that thought, Xiao Xuan smiled casually.

Only after confirming that Qian Renxue had gone far away did he return to the rear courtyard with Hu Liena.

They happened to see Chrysanthemum Douluo sitting in a reclining chair with his orchid finger raised.

Like an aristocratic lady, he was savoring a cup of strong tea.

"Your response just now was not bad."

"Her Holiness the Pope did not misjudge you. You truly are a pillar of Spirit Hall."

"But now that you have made an excuse, you should at least do a little follow-up."

"Go on. Head straight to the Star Dou Great Forest. I'll catch up later."

"Remember not to run around. It doesn't matter whether you complete the mission or not."

A strange gleam flashed through Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes.

His stare made Xiao Xuan rather uncomfortable, nearly causing goosebumps to explode across his skin.

Old Chrysanthemum, we're pure comrades, and seniors and juniors.

The Saintess is watching. Don't make things so disgusting.

Xiao Xuan grumbled inwardly, though fortunately Chrysanthemum Douluo had not meant anything by it.

He waved them away, signaling for the two to leave quickly.

This was only for show anyway. Did the mission itself really matter?

"This mission came from the Spirit Hall branch in Suotuo City?"

"The soul beast hunting team included the descendant of an elder."

"But in truth, the rest had nothing to do with Spirit Hall. They were all spirit masters from the Great Spirit Arena."

"Got it. Some spoiled brat dragged a group of mercenaries out to play without authorization, then got himself killed."

After informing his father, Xiao Long, Xiao Xuan and Hu Liena set out immediately.

The Spirit Hall branch in Nuo City had already organized all the intelligence.

They handed it over, making the situation clear at a glance.

No wonder Chrysanthemum Douluo had shown no reaction.

An elder from the Spirit Hall branch in Suotuo City was not some high-ranking figure from Elder Hall.

If they had not happened to run into this, why would a Titled Douluo care?

By comparison, the safety of the Pope's disciple was naturally more important.

That was the Star Dou Great Forest, not territory controlled by the Empire or Spirit Hall.

Even the outer region carried no small amount of danger!

"Come to think of it."

"Last time was the Soul Hunting Forest, and this time it's the Star Dou Great Forest."

"Why do I keep feeling like there's some kind of premonition in the dark?"

"It can't... be that much of a coincidence, can it?"

Xiao Xuan was quite familiar with the Star Dou Great Forest.

In the original story, Tang San's greatest weapon during the early and middle stages, the External Soul Bone Eight Spider Lances, had come from here.

And this place could barely be considered Xiao Wu's hometown.

That girl had already left the academy by herself these past few days.

If he was lucky, perhaps he might run into her on this trip?

Thinking of how he had intercepted the Mandala Snake in the Soul Hunting Forest last time—

Xiao Xuan had an odd thought. Could it happen again this time...

With that in mind, he hurried onward.

While the two enjoyed their time alone, they also left behind one lonely person.

"I never would have guessed that girl liked this type."

"Xiao Xuan, huh? He's an interesting... but also annoying little brat."

"It's just a pity. Such a top-tier genius cannot be used by me."

In the direction opposite Xiao Xuan's path, Qian Renxue, who had departed not long ago—

Stood at a high vantage point, her cold gaze fixed on the sky.

That youthful and handsome face surfaced in her mind.

An emotion called jealousy quietly crept into her heart.

It was not that she had suddenly developed feelings for Xiao Xuan.

Rather, she thought of how Hu Liena could enjoy such tenderness.

While she herself had been forced to wear a "disguise" for years, pretending to be a man as she lived her life.

Qian Renxue, who had something of a queen complex, naturally felt somewhat unbalanced.

"Your Highness, that Xiao Xuan..."

"He is so ungrateful. Shall I go teach him a lesson?"

"As long as you nod, I can find a way to deal with him before Yue Guan notices."

Suddenly, a hooded and somewhat sleazy-looking figure beside her—

Slowly stepped forward and made the suggestion in a low voice.

He actually intended to eliminate the future threat entirely?

And he did not seem to take Ju Hua Guan, a Titled Douluo, seriously at all.

"Not for now. That little brat has very unusual thoughts."

"The investigation shows that he does not hold much reverence for Bibi Dong."

"Perhaps there is still a chance to win him over."

"Besides, moving against Bibi Dong's disciple now carries too much risk."

"I'm not ready yet. None of us are ready..."

Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue's expression returned to normal.

She restrained that feeling of jealousy—or perhaps it was better called envy.

She cast an indifferent glance at the mysterious person who had just spoken.

With a sigh, she did not even question the other party's strength.

Clearly, he too was a Titled Douluo.

"Go take a look, but remember not to make a move."

"The legendary Three Lives Martial Soul needs further observation."

"There must be other secrets on him. I have that premonition."

Although Qian Renxue had not developed any feelings for Xiao Xuan—

Her curiosity had been ignited after meeting him.

A woman's intuition arose within her. It might not be obvious now—

But in the near future, the Three Lives Martial Soul would surely shine brilliantly!

Rather than immediately thinking of crushing him, it was better to consider how to recruit him.

Besides, even if they truly acted, success was not guaranteed. Bibi Dong was no pushover.

"Oh, right, and that Tang San."

"Didn't the reports say that Xiao Xuan caused trouble for him twice?"

"And according to the registration records, he also has Innate Full Spirit Power."

"Blue Silver Grass? That thing can have full spirit power?"

"Interesting. A remote border town actually produced two freaks at once."

"Tell our people to investigate that fellow."

"The surname Tang... It already sounds irritating."

At this moment, Tang San was still training diligently.

Completely unaware that, because of Xiao Xuan, he had already caught the attention of many important figures.

Chrysanthemum Douluo was secretly investigating him, and Qian Renxue had also set her sights on him.

The potential threats had practically multiplied geometrically.

Did you think that avoiding trouble meant everything would be fine?

No, Xiao Xuan had prepared for that long ago.

Although Qian Renxue's appearance had indeed gone beyond his original plans—

Guiding Chrysanthemum Douluo into suspecting and investigating Tang San's identity had been part of his scheme from the start.

In short, even if he could not kill that guy for now—

He would still make him run himself ragged, unable to settle down and cultivate.

And leave him with even less time to care about anything related to Xiao Wu...