Douluo V: Spirit Ball, Capturing the Emperor Beast at the Start
Chapter 40

Great Enshrined Qian Daoliu

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Outside the Elder Hall, Radiant Plume Douluo remained silent, walking ahead of Jiang Mian. Jiang Mian was naturally fearless, and the two entered the sacred hall one after the other.

In the center of the hall stood a middle-aged man who looked to be in his thirties. He was very handsome and exuded a calm, tranquil aura that was incredibly comfortable.

He wore a simple grey robe, his long hair tied neatly behind his head.

Despite Qian Daoliu's extremely simple attire, just standing there evoked an urge to worship him.

"Little Ling, you may withdraw," Qian Daoliu said calmly, hands behind his back. "I wish to speak with this young friend alone."

"Yes." Radiant Plume Douluo obeyed and retreated. At this moment, only Qian Daoliu and Jiang Mian remained in the Elder Hall.

"I heard you helped Little Xue obtain the imperial throne?" Qian Daoliu asked with a faint smile. "But you also asked her for the power to control the empire's military?"

"I killed the Marshal of the Heaven Dou Empire, so I have to deal with this mess," Jiang Mian stated righteously. "If anyone rebels under this guise in the future, I'll be the one standing at the forefront, and I'll protect Miss Xue."

"So, I should be thanking you?" Qian Daoliu scoffed, stepping forward and patting Jiang Mian's shoulder meaningfully. "It's certainly good for a young person to have ambition."

Jiang Mian let out a long sigh. "Senior, you are still vigorous and in your prime. This is the time to strive."

"Are you indirectly calling me old?" Qian Daoliu chuckled. "Little brat, who gave you the nerve?"

"Since you took office as the Arbiter Elder until now, over a hundred years have passed without you harming the common people," Jiang Mian said seriously. "You've made Spirit Hall favored by the populace. The courage I have today is because of you."

"No need to flatter me." Qian Daoliu was naturally very pleased. After all, no matter how powerful or wise a person is, they can't help but feel happy and appreciative when they see excellent juniors, especially those who are also sweet-talkers.

This is because these seniors can always see their younger selves reflected in them.

"Alright, I called you here today to discuss a few important matters." Qian Daoliu gestured to a nearby seat, indicating for Jiang Mian to sit.

They sat facing each other, and Qian Daoliu said, "Now that Little Xue has become the Emperor of Heaven Dou, you played a significant role. Fortunately, things were handled properly and the people did not suffer."

Jiang Mian smiled slightly, mentally giving Qian Daoliu a thumbs-up. Qian Daoliu was indeed a truly excellent senior; otherwise, Spirit Hall would not have become a holy land for Spirit Masters revered by all.

"What about the Star Luo Empire?" Qian Daoliu changed the subject. "Are there any suitable methods?"

"Senior cares for the people's lives and does not want war between the two nations, which would lead to suffering," Jiang Mian said, cupping his fists and flattering Qian Daoliu first. "However, for the people of the world to truly have peace, relying on the current territorial division is still not enough."

"What do you want?" Qian Daoliu asked.

"I want a unified world," Jiang Mian replied.

What Spirit Hall, Heaven Dou Empire, Star Luo Empire, and their affiliated small countries – all countries should merge into one, truly forming a unified world.

"How do we do that?" Qian Daoliu continued to ask.

"He who wins the people's hearts wins the world!" Jiang Mian answered.

"Interesting." Qian Daoliu smiled. "Since that's the case, this grand undertaking will be accomplished by you and Xue working together. You must row the same boat and must not harbor any resentment towards each other."

"My aspirations are not in the earthly kings," Jiang Mian shook his head. While the emperors of the world were indeed tempting, there was still heaven in this world.

"Are you not afraid of failure, of being shattered to pieces?" Qian Daoliu naturally understood what Jiang Mian meant. He furrowed his brow slightly, surprised. "What if you can't get past it?"

Jiang Mian smiled and said, "There will always be successors."

"Good." Qian Daoliu slapped the table and laughed. "With those words, I can't make things difficult for you anymore."

"When a senior speaks to a junior, it is to impart experience; how can it be called making things difficult?" Jiang Mian bowed respectfully. "Senior, your virtue and prestige are immense, and I naturally admire you greatly. As for the future, no one can say for sure. I hope Senior will take care of your health and await the opportune time."

"Don't worry." Qian Daoliu looked at the spirited and handsome young man before him, finding him more pleasing the more he looked. Especially after Jiang Mian said "there will always be successors," Qian Daoliu's impression of him greatly improved. "This old body of mine can still add a log to the bonfire of you young people."

"Thank you, Senior." Jiang Mian said. "If Senior has no other matters, I shall take my leave."

"Good." Qian Daoliu nodded, letting Jiang Mian leave the Elder Hall.

"You're just letting him go?" Radiant Plume Douluo walked in as Jiang Mian left. "Didn't you say you were going to hold him accountable just now?"

"I can't bear to," Qian Daoliu patted Radiant Plume Douluo's shoulder and smiled. "Little Ling, the world is about to change."

"I know that, of course," Radiant Plume Douluo sat down in a chair and said in a childish voice. "The Heaven Dou Empire is already our territory, and soon the Star Luo Empire will be unable to stand alone. The unification of the continent is within easy reach."

"I was originally a bit resentful that he handed over all the mess to Little Xue to handle while he became a hands-off manager," Qian Daoliu smiled. "After talking today, I realized his aspirations lie beyond the mortal realm, and my resentment towards him has vanished."

"Does this person really have that much charm?" Radiant Plume Douluo rested his chin in his hand, murmuring to himself. "To be so highly regarded by that woman and you, it seems he's no ordinary person."

Jiang Mian walked outside and glanced at the cloudless sky. The weather was turning cooler, crisp and pleasant – a good time to travel.

"Jiang Mian, how was it?" Bibi Dong appeared before Jiang Mian, asking with concern. "Were you troubled?"

"The senior inside was quite kind," Jiang Mian laughed heartily. "Your Majesty the Pope, there's no need to worry so much. After all, I get along well with people and am well-received everywhere."

"Quibbler," Bibi Dong chided him playfully. She took his hand and said, "I see you've already broken through to level sixty. Are you preparing to obtain a Soul Ring?"

"Indeed." Jiang Mian nodded. "I believe after obtaining the sixth Soul Ring, I can once again add a powerful helper to our Spirit Hall."

"Very good." Bibi Dong stroked Jiang Mian's cheek, her eyes filled with tender affection. "It's a pity you've only just returned and must leave again."

"When the world is stable and there are fewer troubles," Jiang Mian said passionately. "Then, we will spend our lives together, like a pair of carefree immortal companions."

"A man's words are deceitful." Bibi Dong looked at Jiang Mian, who was now almost as tall as her, and her cheeks blushed.

"I always keep my word," Jiang Mian smiled. Under the public gaze, he naturally dared not be overly familiar with Bibi Dong, so he leaned close to her ear, seemingly reporting something.

In reality, Jiang Mian secretly bit her earlobe and took the opportunity to kiss her cheek.

"The sky is already bright," Bibi Dong took a deep breath, forcing herself to suppress her emotions. She said with a serious expression, "Jiang Mian, do you need any help obtaining your sixth Soul Ring this time?"

"No need." Jiang Mian shook his head. "Bear Lord accompanying me will suffice. The Soul Ring I intend to obtain, besides you and the one I just met, no other Spirit Master in Spirit Hall can subdue it."

Bibi Dong smiled and said, "Sometimes, I'm quite jealous of you. Why is it that all your Soul Rings are a level higher than hundred-thousand-year Soul Rings?"

"Don't talk nonsense," Jiang Mian chuckled. "My first Soul Ring is still a hundred-thousand-year one for now."

"Get lost~"

"Got it."

Jiang Mian ran to Zhu Zhuqing and Hu Liena's room. He was quite polite and knocked on the door first, but there was no response from inside.

"Zhuqing, Nana-jie," Jiang Mian called out tentatively, still without any response.

"Nana and Zhuqing have already gone out for their morning training," Xie Yue suddenly appeared beside Jiang Mian, smiling. "What did Your Excellency the Pope say to you just now?"

Jiang Mian was startled by Xie Yue's sudden appearance. He dodged to the side and pinned Xie Yue to the ground, laughing. "Kid, how have you become so sinister? You're even using instant movement now."

"I've been here since just now; you just didn't notice," Xie Yue laughed heartily. "What's wrong, are you so lost in love that you've forgotten everything else?"

"Do you want a beating?" Jiang Mian pulled Xie Yue up, speechless. "Ever since you couldn't see, you've become so mysterious."

"This is called being an expert," Xie Yue stroked his hair and asked with a smile, "Are you preparing to leave again?"

"Nothing can be hidden from you, can it?" Jiang Mian sighed and smiled. "You're like a worm in my belly, making me both love and hate you."

"How long are you planning to be away?" Xie Yue asked again.

"I'm not sure. Maybe one or two months, or perhaps half a year or even longer," Jiang Mian spread his hands and said.

"Nana and Zhuqing are working hard at their cultivation. Are you still taking them with you on this trip?" Xie Yue asked.

In fact, Xie Yue's meaning was very clear: don't take the two of them running around again, as it would hinder their cultivation.

"I know," Jiang Mian also realized this issue, which was why he came to say goodbye to Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing.

"They need to train, but I don't," Xie Yue lightly punched Jiang Mian's arm and chuckled. "Take me with you; maybe I can help you out."

"I would have dragged you along even if you didn't say anything," Jiang Mian grinned slyly. "The three of us are a perfectly welded iron triangle. Since Yan isn't here, I can only rely on you."

"I'm honored to accept."

"Go call Bear Lord. Since Nana-jie and Zhuqing are out training, I won't waste any more of their time," Jiang Mian instructed. "We'll depart immediately."

"Okay, I'll go prepare," Xie Yue said. "Let's meet at the gates of Spirit City."

"Alright," Jiang Mian agreed and turned to head towards the city gates.

"It looks like I'll have to trouble Di Tian again," Jiang Mian thought after careful consideration. He still felt he needed to bother Di Tian, especially since Di Tian had already arranged his sixth Soul Ring for him. He couldn't just abandon it because the Silver Dragon King was recovering.

Moreover, the configuration of his first five Soul Rings was already very high. Logically and emotionally, his sixth Soul Ring couldn't be too low. In that case, the Evil Emperor from the Evil Eye Forest on the Sun Moon Continent would be the best choice.

However, to take down the Evil Emperor, a group effort would be necessary. Even though Di Tian could defeat the Evil Emperor, he couldn't completely capture him. At this time, the Silver Dragon King Gu Yuena was still recuperating and couldn't help Jiang Mian.

Therefore, Jiang Mian could only call a few more people and strive to take down the Evil Emperor using sheer numbers. Competition was not shameful.

If he called Di Tian, the Snow Empress, Bear Lord, Bi Ji, and other skilled individuals, and left the King of Ten Thousand Demons and a few others to guard the Star Dou Great Forest, this lineup should be more than enough to take down the Evil Eye Tyrant Overlord.

"Sigh, I never thought that obtaining my sixth Soul Ring would be such a grand affair," Jiang Mian mocked himself. "Jiang Mian, you've really got some pull."

Jiang Mian had now reached rank sixty, and his foot speed was naturally beyond that of ordinary people. In just a moment, he arrived at the gates of Spirit City.

He still felt quite guilty for not saying goodbye to Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing, but he was afraid of hindering their cultivation.

After all, he was going on a long journey, and as the old saying goes, partings are the most heartbreaking. It was best to be decisive.

Xie Yue and Bear Lord arrived only a moment after Jiang Mian. Bear Lord chuckled, "You were in a coma for a month, and as soon as you woke up, you're running off. Others might think Spirit Hall is haunted."

"That's not haunting," Jiang Mian pointed at Xie Yue next to Bear Lord and laughed. "This kid is like a ghost now, appearing and disappearing without a trace."

Bear Lord laughed heartily and asked, "How are you planning to arrange this trip?"

"My sixth Soul Ring. Taking down the Evil Emperor," Jiang Mian stated the explosive news in an extremely calm tone.

Bear Lord was momentarily stunned. "The Evil Emperor? The Evil Eye Tyrant Overlord!"

"That's right," Jiang Mian nodded. "Di Tian had already planned it for me. For my sixth Soul Ring, I'll take the Evil Emperor."

"Count me in!" Bear Lord readily agreed. "This old bear is also throwing caution to the wind. At worst, I'll go crazy with you, kid."

"What exactly is the Evil Emperor?" Xie Yue was somewhat puzzled. In his mind, his senior brother was at least among the top few most powerful in the world. Why did he place so much importance on this so-called Evil Emperor?

"There are a few names that can be mentioned as being stronger than the Evil Emperor," Bear Lord said. "But there are probably none who can kill the Evil Emperor."

Indeed, it was true. As spirit beasts grew to the level of Bear Lord and Di Tian, not to mention their offensive and defensive capabilities, their regenerative abilities were far beyond those of hundred-thousand-year-level spirit beasts.

Their vitality was extremely tenacious, and ordinary methods could not completely kill them. Even if they fought to the death, without fighting for days and nights, it would be impossible to determine the victor.

Although Di Tian was the Beast God, to capture the Evil Emperor, he would have to be prepared to sacrifice heavily.

"Kid, watch and learn carefully. You are about to witness a battle that hasn't happened in tens of thousands of years. This battle will surely be recorded in the annals of spirit beast history for generations to come."

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