No Feast Lasts Forever, Setting Out Once More (3k)

Hearing Qian Renxue's words, Han Li chuckled and turned to look at her.

"If only the domain could be learned so easily. And do you think, given the current relationship between the Worship Hall and the Pope's Hall, the two titled masters would teach me?"

Qian Renxue thought for a moment and then shook her head.

"My ability to comprehend the domain is, of course, due to my unparalleled comprehension, coupled with astonishing wisdom and exceptional talent."

Han Li replied half-jokingly, while silently adding in his mind that there was also the support of the Plane Consciousness.

Then, he saw Qian Renxue nod.

Well, it seems no explanation is needed.

He didn't do much in the Spirit Hall these past few years, but every single thing he did was enough to shake the continent, so people would naturally believe it.

"Could you elaborate on your method for covering a small area?"

Qian Renxue spoke somewhat shyly, then quickly added, "Of course, I can pay a price, how about a Soul Bone?"

"Also, just like your Gale Breath Severing Strike, I will not tell anyone else but myself, I swear in the name of the Angel God."

Seeing that even leeks would willingly cut themselves, Han Li had no objections and nodded.

He wasn't a generous person, but there were some things he originally intended to provide to his own people. Now that Qian Renxue was offering even more, Han Li naturally wouldn't refuse.

He quickly taught Qian Renxue the little trick.

Ultimately, they were just some minor techniques for applying Spiritual Power and Soul Power, but even so, Qian Renxue listened with great interest.

Han Li couldn't help but sigh inwardly. The Douluo Continent was still too wild and untamed. The restrictions of the cultivation rules, coupled with the superior quality of Martial Soul, made the top-level people completely lose their initiative.

Even if someone at the bottom studies something and succeeds, it's difficult for them to rise above others, because skills are only useful among people at the same level.

Here, all your hard work in honing your skills is less effective than having an extra Soul Ring above your head.

After Qian Renxue finished absorbing the knowledge, she did a simple test. Although she couldn't yet achieve the same level of direct coverage of the body surface as Han Li, she still couldn't do it.

However, it's much better than the previous situation where opening the domain would immediately turn it into an LED light bulb.

Seeing her enthusiastic expression, Han Li reminded her again, "Right now, improving your Soul Power is the most important thing. Don't put too much energy into it."

Qian Renxue smiled upon hearing his words and withdrew her domain.

"Don't worry, I know that at least in terms of Soul Power Level, you won't be able to catch up with me easily."

Han Li nodded; it was good that she understood.

"Alright, let's go out too. Didn't you say you wanted me to see what those three were capable of?"

Qian Renxue looked at Han Li. After her battle with him, she was also curious about the three of them.

"Let's go then, I'll show you what real Soul Master training is all about."

Han Li also smiled; he had quite a bit of confidence in the three women.

There wasn't much to elaborate on regarding the details of the battle itself.

Despite having an advantage in both Martial Soul and Soul Power, Qian Renxue easily defeated the three women, even though she found it somewhat difficult.

However, the way she looked at the three of them changed. These three were so strong that they were not like normal Soul King at all. Even Soul Emperors could only be sent to their deaths.

She placed much higher importance on them, treating them as top-tier geniuses, rather than as Han Li's female companions as before.

Especially Xiu'er, whose unexpected fighting style and the claw that almost shattered all of her Soul Power left a particularly deep impression on her.

She was certain that if Xiu'er grew up, even Grandfather Golden Crocodile would be completely suppressed by her.

There is also Dugu Yan, whose fire abilities are no less than hers, Shui Bing'er, who can suppress her fire abilities with ice elements.

In terms of combat style, they almost all have their own set of tactics, combined with Self-Created Soul Skill in addition to Soul Ring. Below the Soul Saint, there is only one outcome when facing them: defeat.

Qian Renxue clicked her tongue in amazement. If the people gathered around Han Li could grow up, they would at least be at the level of elders of the Worship Hall in the future, or even stronger.

His ability to gather and cultivate talent was even stronger than that of the entire Spirit Hall.

As for the Spirit Hall, Hu Liena and her two companions, who no longer had the chance to become the "Golden Generation," were completely ignored by her. The Spirit Hall did not lack ordinary titled combatants.

Even if Hu Liena and her brother Xie Yue possessed Martial Soul Fusion Skill, it would only be at the level of Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, not to mention that their Martial Soul Fusion Skill was not as powerful as the two of them.

So, let Han Li become the first person she conquers after the Heaven Dou Empire.

Qian Renxue silently confirmed her next goal in her heart.

Han Li, unaware of Qian Renxue's ambitious goals, was quite satisfied with the three's performance.

Even when facing Qian Renxue, the three of them did not collapse at the first touch. Instead, they each displayed their full strength and responded reasonably, proving that their combat training was not in vain.

Xiu'er's Burst Step and Baji Collapse, Dugu Yan's fire control and considerable close-combat ability, Shui Bing'er's ice element control with its accompanying crowd control ability are enough for them to handle the rest of the journey.

Over the next few days, the group received a warm welcome from Qian Renxue, who also showed them the extravagance of royalty.

Near the end, Han Li formally said goodbye to Qian Renxue.

"Are you leaving so soon?"

Qian Renxue looked somewhat dazed.

These past few days, although she still mostly interacted with Han Li as Xue Qinghe, it did improve her mood considerably. She even began to crave this feeling of having friends.

"All good things must come to an end; a temporary departure is for a better reunion next time."

Han Li guessed what she was thinking and, after a long time, served her a bowl of chicken soup.

"That makes sense; I guess I was overthinking it."

After repeating his words, Qian Renxue perked up, gracefully picked up the cup on the table, and handed it to the center:

"Cheers to a better future."

Her emotions infected the others, and they all raised their glasses and drank them down amidst laughter.

Of course, the glass was full of Han Li brand juice; he doesn't drink alcohol.

Nothing unexpected happened on the return trip; those with ulterior motives had long been dealt with, their ashes scattered.

"See you next time then, and don't forget what I told you."

When they parted, Han Li sent another telepathic message to Qian Renxue.

Qian Renxue, now dressed as Xue Qinghe again, nodded and politely parted ways with him.

The Ye Family... I never expected to have such interesting stories. Hmm, it's best to avoid contact with them for now.

Later on, perhaps we can use the Crown Prince's status to directly win over the Ye Family.

Making Ye Lingling a candidate for imperial concubine is one option, but I don't know if Han Li can accept it.

Forget it, it's better not to act rashly. She finally made a friend, and she doesn't want to lose her again so soon.

Meanwhile, Han Li and his group returned directly to the Spirit Hall.

Are we leaving tomorrow?

Dugu Yan looked at Han Li and asked.

"The day after tomorrow, go and say goodbye to Ye Lingling. It's not appropriate for us to contact her directly yet. However, you can give her a little hint, provided that she swears an oath with her Martial Soul. We will resolve her Martial Soul issue within three years at the latest."

After thinking it over, and considering Ye Lingling's situation, Han Li decided to loosen the restrictions a bit.

"Okay, no problem. I knew you were the best, Xiao Li."

Dugu Yan smiled happily and gave her a kiss.

"The day after tomorrow morning, after a little disguise, we will switch to another carriage."

At this point, Han Li looked at Dugu Bo.

"Grandfather, please continue driving this carriage towards Spirit City. Kill the scouts."

"We'll be waiting for you at that villa twenty kilometers Heaven Dou City. We'll have to disappear for a while."

"Okay, leave it to me."

Dugu Bo didn't ask him what he planned to do next, and simply agreed.

The morning of the third day was the same as when we arrived.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Dugu Bo drove the carriage out of the city gate and headed towards Spirit City.

"The Holy Son of the Spirit Hall has left. He has returned to Spirit City with his friendship with the Heaven Dou Empire."

"Yes, Your Majesty Dugu, we may never see you again."

"Who can argue with that? However, he accepted His Crown Prince's invitations several times, and it is said that the two had very pleasant conversations."

"Yes, I've heard about it too. By the way, how much does this dish cost?"

Amidst the conversations of passersby, the matter of the Spirit Hall Saint Child gradually faded from their minds, and they began to worry about the trivialities of daily life. These important figures were still too far removed from them.

Unbeknownst to them, as they were talking, another luxurious carriage drove past in the middle of the street, carrying the already departed Spirit Hall Saint Child once again.

"Xiao Li, where do we go next?"

As always, Dugu Yan spoke first. After touring Heaven Dou City, she was even more excited about the rest of the trip.

"Let's go back to Notting City first; it's been a long time since I've been there."

Han Li stretched and looked at Xiu'er, after all, that was where they first lived.

A hint of joy flashed across Xiu'er's face; she really wanted to go back and visit.

What Han Li didn't say was that he also planned to take her back to their old village, even though it was now a desolate wasteland.

Since being rescued years ago, Xiu'er has never dared to go near the village where she used to live. Even when she goes to pay respects to her parents, she only goes to their graves.

She is no longer the weak girl she once was, and it's time for her to get out of this so-called psychological shadow. Otherwise, she may find it very difficult to get out of that place.

If he could, he would prefer that Xiu'er be well protected by him and live a wonderful life, but now, that is clearly unlikely.

Whether by choice or by force, he has been pushed onto a path he cannot avoid. Although there is a safety net, he still wants to try his best to keep the initiative in his own hands.