Xue Qinghe

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Xue Qinghe (雪清河)
Alias(es)	Crown Prince of Heaven Dou; identity assumed by Qian Renxue
Gender	Male (original Xue Qinghe); Qian Renxue, the impostor using his identity, is female 62 80
Affiliation	Heaven Dou Imperial Family (publicly); Martial Soul Hall (Qian Renxue) 15 81
Occupation/Role	Crown Prince of Heaven Dou; Martial Soul Hall infiltrator operating under the Crown Prince’s identity 15 76
Status	Original Xue Qinghe deceased; Qian Renxue exposed, injured, and fled Heaven Dou City 62 81
First Appearance	Chapter 15

Background / History

The original Xue Qinghe had died long before the present events. Qian Renxue of Martial Soul Hall replaced him and maintained his identity as Heaven Dou’s Crown Prince for nearly twenty years, deceiving Emperor Xue Ye, the imperial court, and allies such as Ning Fengzhi. 62 76 81 84

As Crown Prince, she cultivated a refined, gentle image and actively recruited talented Soul Masters. When Chen Chu arrived in Heaven Dou City, “Xue Qinghe” praised his talent, invited him to the Eastern Palace, and offered political backing. 15

Behind the façade, she worked to secure the throne. She had agents prepare and deliver tonics that gradually weakened Xue Ye while covertly replacing Imperial Guard personnel and building influence over the capital. 37 38 43 61

Appearance

As Xue Qinghe, Qian Renxue appeared as a refined young Crown Prince with a gentle demeanor. She commonly wore a moon-white brocade robe, a jade belt, and a crown that kept her long hair arranged in a masculine style. 15 37 60

When Chen Chu destroyed her Soul Bone disguise, her true appearance was revealed.

• Snow-white skin and long golden hair. 80
• Delicate features and a graceful figure. 80
• A cold, noble bearing described as carrying divine majesty. 80
• Her male identity was concealed through a Soul Bone disguise until the palace coup. 80

Personality

Xue Qinghe’s public persona was courteous, composed, and politically approachable. He spoke gently to nobles and talented recruits alike, presenting himself as a considerate heir concerned with the empire’s stability. 15 40 60

As Qian Renxue, she was calculating and ambitious. She understood that openly attacking Chen Chu while Xue Ye was suspicious would expose her, so she initially restrained her subordinates despite viewing him as a serious long-term threat. 38

Her composure deteriorated as Chen Chu gained military power, returned victorious from Pamir, and encouraged Xue Ye to reconsider the succession. She became increasingly desperate, ordering assassination attempts and ultimately confronting Chen Chu directly over control of the capital’s forces. 43 60 62 79

Abilities & Skills

Soul Bone Disguise

Qian Renxue used a Soul Bone to maintain the identity and appearance of Crown Prince Xue Qinghe.

• Her disguise was convincing enough that Chen Chu initially found no visible flaw, despite already knowing her true identity. 15
• It allowed her to sustain a male Crown Prince persona while infiltrating Heaven Dou for nearly two decades. 76 81
• Chen Chu’s Asura Blood Bead disrupted the disguise during the palace coup and exposed her true form. 80

Political Manipulation

While posing as Crown Prince, she exercised major influence over Heaven Dou’s court and succession.

• Attempted to recruit Chen Chu through promises of patronage, wealth, women, and political support. 15 41
• Used Tang Yuehua as a potential bargaining piece in exchange for Chen Chu’s allegiance. 41 42
• Had Xue Ye’s daily tonics prepared in a manner intended to weaken him gradually without leaving clear evidence. 43 61
• Oversaw the replacement of Imperial Guard personnel to prepare for a future seizure of Heaven Dou City. 43

Strategic Operations

She directed Martial Soul Hall operatives against threats to her position.

• Sent Snake Lance Douluo to assassinate Chen Chu after he passed through Barak Canyon, intending to blame Star Luo. 43
• Ordered the timing, disguise, and disposal plan for the attempted assassination to conceal her involvement. 43
• Considered using the Worship Hall against Chen Chu once his opposition to her succession became explicit. 62
• Her plans were limited by Xue Ye’s growing suspicion and Chen Chu’s control of the capital’s military forces. 37 38 61

Relationships

• Xue Ye — Publicly her father and emperor; privately a target of her long-term poisoning scheme. His suspicion of the Crown Prince intensified after Chen Chu questioned the safety of the tonics. 15 61
• Chen Chu — Initially a recruitment target, then her principal political and military obstacle. Their conflict escalated from mutual maneuvering to open hostility and her exposure. 15 43 79 81
• Xue Beng — Publicly her younger brother. She regarded his dissolute-prince façade as harmless, but Chen Chu’s support for Xue Beng threatened her succession. 36 62
• Tang Yuehua — A political bargaining point in her attempt to win Chen Chu’s loyalty; she arranged for Tang Yuehua to overhear Chen Chu’s demand and discouraged her from pursuing him. 41 42
• Snake Lance Douluo — Martial Soul Hall subordinate who advised her on Chen Chu and was dispatched to assassinate him. 38 43 46
• Pufferfish Douluo — Subordinate involved in preparing Xue Ye’s medication and assisting her after the failed assassination attempt. 46 61 81
• Qian Daoliu — Her grandfather and a senior Martial Soul Hall figure who urged caution regarding Chen Chu and her Angel God Trial. 62 66 83
• Ning Fengzhi — Took the false Crown Prince as a disciple before learning that “Xue Qinghe” was Qian Renxue. 16 84

Story Role / Major Arcs

Recruitment of Chen Chu

Xue Qinghe first meets Chen Chu at a Heaven Dou palace banquet and attempts to draw the newly arrived Soul Emperor into the Eastern Palace’s sphere of influence. 15

Struggle for Capital Authority

After Xue Ye grants Chen Chu command of the capital’s military and administrative power, Xue Qinghe recognizes that Chen Chu has been positioned to counterbalance her influence. She delays direct action due to fear of worsening Xue Ye’s suspicions. 37 38

Lan Ting Negotiation

She meets Chen Chu privately at Moonlight Pavilion and offers favors in exchange for loyalty. Chen Chu counters by demanding Tang Yuehua, forcing her to consider sacrificing a politically sensitive figure for his support. 41 42

Attempted Assassination at Barak

Fearing Chen Chu’s growing military prestige, Xue Qinghe leaks the reinforcement route to Star Luo and sends Snake Lance Douluo to kill him under a false Star Luo identity. The attempt fails after Snake Lance is driven off. 43 46

Open Conflict with Chen Chu

Chen Chu’s triumphant return from Pamir demonstrates the discipline and strength of his army, alarming Xue Qinghe. After he publicly rejects her escort and questions Xue Ye’s worsening health, their political conflict becomes increasingly visible. 60 61

Exposure and Flight

Xue Qinghe attempts to interfere with Chen Chu’s command of the Fourth Battalion, but Chen Chu confronts her directly and reveals that he knows her true identity. During the palace coup, he breaks her Soul Bone disguise; Qian Renxue escapes Heaven Dou City with Snake Lance and Pufferfish, ending the false Crown Prince’s rule. 79 80 81