Soul Land: The Duality of God and Demon, Inheriting the Divine Positions of Good and Evil
Chapter 27

Douluo: One Thought of God and Demon, Inheriting the Dual God Positions of Good and Evil

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Qian Renxin opened his Spatial Soul Tool and took out an immortal herb. It resembled an orchid, with eight petals, pure white all over like flawless jade.

"Hm? This immortal herb has at least a Hundred-Thousand-Year cultivation. Calling it an unparalleled treasure would be no exaggeration."

Qian Daoliu sighed.

He had traveled across the continent before. Though his knowledge of immortal herbs was nowhere near as extensive as Yue Guan's, he had heard a few rumors about them.

"This is an Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, a gift I specially prepared for Xue'er."

Qian Renxin did not elaborate.

He then took out several more immortal herbs at once, their dense Soul Power nearly condensing into droplets.

The expression on Qian Daoliu's face was quite a sight. His handsome features carried traces of confusion and blank astonishment.

"I found these in a treasure land, located in the central region of Sunset Forest. It is called the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well."

Qian Renxin did not hide anything and explained everything in detail. "The unique icy and fiery environment there is exceptionally suited to cultivating immortal herbs. Elder Ju was able to become a peak Douluo because of a Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum."

Qian Daoliu was speechless for a long while before slowly saying, "There is actually such a treasure land in this world. It truly is astonishing. The value of these immortal herbs alone is likely enough to rival that of a major sect."

Then he asked curiously,

"Xin'er, weren't you going to Star Dou Great Forest to hunt Soul Beasts? How did you suddenly end up seeking an opportunity in Sunset Forest instead? Did something go wrong?"

Qian Renxin said nothing, merely pointing upward with great subtlety.

Qian Daoliu was a smart man as well, and he understood immediately.

Could this have been guidance from the gods for Xin'er?

As expected of gods. A mere casual intervention had brought such an immense opportunity...

"Oh, right, Xin'er. Since you have returned from Star Dou, that means you have filled all three Soul Rings, correct? Hurry and show Grandfather."

Qian Daoliu asked curiously.

Qian Renxin immediately summoned his three Soul Rings.

Purple, purple, black!

The three Soul Rings revolved around him, with profound runes flowing across them.

"A black third Soul Ring..."

Qian Daoliu sighed emotionally.

Innate Soul Power could help members of the Qian Clan select superior hundred-year Soul Rings for their first ring, such as six-hundred-year or seven-hundred-year rings.

However, the second Soul Ring generally could not break past a thousand years. After all, six- or seven-hundred-year Soul Rings did not improve the body by much, and forcibly absorbing a thousand-year ring was very likely to injure oneself.

But Qian Renxin was different.

After the immortal herbs strengthened his physique, he had chosen a three-thousand-year Soul Ring as his first ring, which greatly enhanced his body in return.

The same was true when he absorbed a six-thousand-year Soul Ring as his second ring.

That was why he could absorb a ten-thousand-year Soul Ring for his third.

Qian Renxin took out six immortal herbs and handed them to Qian Daoliu one by one. "Grandfather, give these immortal herbs to the other Venerables."

"Oh?"

Qian Daoliu was startled. He accepted the immortal herbs and gave them a cursory look.

These immortal herbs were somewhat inferior in age to the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid from earlier, at most around twenty or thirty thousand years old.

But one had to understand that these were immortal herbs rarely seen on the continent. Even at only twenty or thirty thousand years, they were far more precious than Soul Bones of the same level.

Gifting Immortal Herbs, Guang Ling Venerable's Curiosity

"Though these immortal herbs may not be unique in the world, they are still priceless treasures. They are probably worth at least several million Gold Soul Coins, more valuable than Soul Bones of the same age."

Holding several immortal herbs in his hands, Qian Daoliu smiled and said, "You are simply giving them away like this?"

"It is nothing. The Venerables are all family. It is merely a small token of my regard."

Qian Renxin did not care in the slightest.

There were only a dozen or so Hundred-Thousand-Year immortal herbs in the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, so they were considered rare.

But those around twenty or thirty thousand years were different. Aside from some poisonous medicinal herbs, the rest numbered at least in the thousands. Most of the immortal-grade medicinal herbs among them were also tens of thousands of years old.

He did not need so many immortal herbs. He only needed to select a few of the finest ones.

Even with his greatly enhanced physique, he could not absorb too many immortal herbs. Otherwise, they would do more harm than good to his cultivation.

"Good, good, good! As expected of my grandson. You have far more promise than your father."

Qian Daoliu nodded repeatedly, his mouth full of praise.

He had always believed that he had neglected Qian Xunji's upbringing, leading the Angel's inheritor, who should have represented light and purity, to commit such an act.

It was true that Bibi Dong's life had been bestowed by Spirit Hall.

Even if Qian Xunji had killed Bibi Dong, he likely would not have said much. After all, the Soul Master World followed the law of the strong preying upon the weak. As Spirit Hall's Holy Maiden, how could she come and go as she pleased?

Even elders who held the status of Titled Douluo did not dare casually suggest leaving Spirit Hall.

That was the rule of an organization, as well as its dignity.

Yet Qian Xunji had committed such a filthy act.

As the Angel's inheritor, Qian Daoliu had always regarded the matter as a stain.

Although Qian Xunji had fathered geniuses such as Qian Renxin and Qian Renxue, Qian Daoliu had never been able to let it go.

"Oh, right."

Qian Daoliu suddenly remembered and pointed at the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger outside. "Xin'er, how did you come to get along so well with that Soul Beast?"

"This is merely an experiment of mine, concerning the system between Soul Masters and Soul Beasts."

Qian Renxin explained the so-called Soul Spirit Plan.

He also gave the credit for the matter to the two great God Kings in the God Realm.

After all, something so earth-shaking was not something a seven-year-old child could casually accomplish.

This was not merely defying the heavens—it was beyond all reason!

"There is actually such a miraculous method. It is truly unimaginable."

Qian Daoliu instantly felt that his horizons had broadened. He even felt a hint of envy toward these Soul Beasts.

This was an opportunity found nowhere else under heaven.

Becoming a god was no simple matter for Soul Masters either. Even if one possessed outstanding talent, becoming a Super Douluo did not mean one could easily obtain a Divine Inheritance.

Not a single god had been born across the entire continent for more than ten thousand years.

Yet Soul Beasts could become gods alongside Qian Renxin through sacrifice.

This was practically a shortcut to Eternal Life, one exclusive to Soul Beasts.

Qian Renxin pointed at Rou Tu, signaling for her to step forward. He said to Qian Daoliu, "She is a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soft Bone Rabbit whom I encountered in Star Dou."

Qian Daoliu turned to look at her.

At first, he had merely assumed that she was a wandering Titled Douluo whom Yue Guan and the others had recruited into Spirit Hall.

He had not expected her to be a rare Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast.

"Greetings, sir."

Rou Tu obediently crouched down and bowed, without the slightest trace of arrogance.

"Mhm, rise."

Qian Daoliu nodded. "Since you have chosen my grandson, you are naturally one of Spirit Hall's people. I will not mind your identity as a Soul Beast, nor will I harbor hostility toward you. You need not worry."

"Thank you, sir," Rou Tu said in relief.

"I have already decided to let her sacrifice herself to me when I break through Rank 40."

Qian Renxin continued.

A sacrifice at Rank 40...

Would that not mean his fourth ring would be a hundred-thousand-year red Soul Ring...

Qian Daoliu no longer had the strength to comment.

His grandson was simply far too exceptional.

He had once been a genius of his generation himself, yet now he felt somewhat ashamed.

Qian Renxin continued, "Grandfather, quickly summon the other Venerables. Once the immortal herbs have been removed, they should be absorbed as soon as possible to better preserve their medicinal effects."

Qian Daoliu immediately sent out a voice transmission, summoning the Venerables.

The Venerables all resided within the Worship Hall.

Very soon, Guang Ling Venerable, ranked fifth, came over while yawning.

"Big Brother, what happened? I just returned from a mission, and I'm still sleepy... yawn..."

As he descended the stairs,

he saw the returned Qian Renxin and happily patted his head.

"So Xin'er is back. You were only gone for a year, yet you have grown so much taller. You are almost taller than me."

"Fifth Grandfather."

Qian Renxin greeted him.

"Old Fifth, this is a gift Xin'er brought for you."

Qian Daoliu interrupted, taking out a snow lotus. It was crystal clear all over, with cold air slowly seeping out from its core.

"Oh, this is my gift? It's so beautiful!"

Guang Ling Venerable held the snow lotus in both hands. The instant the cold air entered his body, it was completely absorbed.

His martial soul was the Guang Ling Divine Bow, whose innate attribute was light.

However, during the process of hunting Soul Rings afterward, he had also gained ice-attribute abilities.

He rubbed his cheek against Qian Renxin's head affectionately.

"Thank you, Xin'er. I like this gift very much. Such a beautiful flower—I will definitely take good care of it."

"This is not merely a flower for display..."

Qian Renxin smiled faintly and explained, "This is the immortal-grade medicinal herb Aurora Ice Lotus. It possesses dual light and ice attributes. It can improve a Soul Master's mental power and concentration, while also further promoting the fusion of ice and light attributes."

"This should be the immortal herb most suited to you. It can increase both your shooting range and the power of your arrows."

"Oh? Is it really that miraculous?"

Guang Ling raised his adorable brows and repeatedly examined the Aurora Snow Lotus in his hand.

Immortal herbs were extremely scarce, so few people knew about them. Only someone like Yue Guan, who had studied them his entire life, could recognize many of them.

Yue Guan, standing at the back of the group, stepped forward and slowly said,

"Of course it is true. I believe that even as a Rank 97 Titled Douluo, Fifth Venerable will gain considerable benefits from this immortal herb."

Guang Ling turned to look at him.

"Hm? Has Elder Ju's cultivation improved so rapidly lately?"

"I was fortunate enough to receive an immortal herb from the Young Master, allowing me to leap directly from Rank 94 to become a Rank 96 Super Douluo," Yue Guan said.

"Rank 96 already..."

Guang Ling scratched his cheek. "Although I don't really want to work with a sissy, I'm still happy that you have joined the Worship Hall."

Qian Daoliu glared lightly at him, signaling for him to watch his words.

Yue Guan was somewhat embarrassed and tried to ease the atmosphere. "I had long heard that Fifth Venerable was innocent and pure-hearted. Seeing you today, that is indeed the case. You are as straightforward as a youth."

"He bears no ill intent. He simply does not know the weight of his words."

Qian Daoliu also spoke to smooth things over. "You are already the Eighth Venerable now, so there is no need to worry about being excluded. Everyone in the Worship Hall is a brother."

Guang Ling knew he had said something wrong. He stuck out his little tongue and did not dare say another word.

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