Seeking Help

"Let's go."

Ling Feng no longer paid any attention to the matter. He lightly turned his head and spoke to Zhao Yun.

A trace of helplessness showed in his eyes. The Asura God King's intervention had indeed made this matter extremely troublesome.

Zhao Yun nodded. Their figures flashed, and they vanished from where they stood.

As for Qian Renxue and Snake Lance Douluo, they had likely left this place long ago.

That was right!

Just as Ling Feng had expected, Snake Lance Douluo had successfully brought Qian Renxue to the Heaven Dou Empire and returned to the Imperial Palace.

"What exactly is the Soul Ring Pavilion's background? Especially that Zhao Yun—his aura when he erupted at the end was even stronger than Grandfather's."

Qian Renxue had successfully disguised herself as Xue Qinghe, yet her heart remained unsettled for a long time.

The scene of Zhao Yun using that final move kept replaying in her mind. That overwhelming aura had left her utterly shaken.

She even felt that her grandfather's strength could not compare to Zhao Yun's.

That was what truly shocked Qian Renxue.

A powerful expert of unknown origin had suddenly emerged on Douluo Continent. No one knew whether he could pose a threat to Spirit Hall.

This filled Qian Renxue with concern. She knew that Spirit Hall's plan could not afford any mistakes.

Qian Renxue paced back and forth beside the bed, her expression filled with worry and contemplation.

"Snake Spear Elder, please deliver this news to my grandfather. Spirit Hall must prepare in advance. We cannot allow the plans laid over so many years to be ruined because of the Soul Ring Pavilion."

Qian Renxue stopped walking and looked firmly at Snake Lance Douluo beside her, her tone carrying unquestionable authority.

She understood the gravity of the matter. There could not be the slightest negligence.

The Soul Ring Pavilion, a force that had suddenly risen to prominence, had already posed a tremendous threat to Spirit Hall's position.

And that expert of unknown origin was like a blade hanging high overhead, capable of falling at any moment.

Snake Lance Douluo bowed slightly and replied solemnly, "Yes, Young Mistress."

He knew full well how important this matter was and that there could be no room for carelessness.

Immediately afterward, his figure flashed and turned into a streak of light, swiftly vanishing from the residence as he raced toward Spirit Hall.

Qian Renxue was left alone in the room, continuing to consider how to respond.

Meanwhile, in a quiet little courtyard not far from there.

Ling Feng had just concluded an intense battle with Tang Hao. Dragging his exhausted body, he slowly entered the courtyard.

Although Ling Feng was now a Soul Sage with an astonishing configuration of Soul Rings, facing the immensely powerful Tang Hao and his special skills had greatly depleted the Soul Power within him.

The moment he entered the courtyard, Ling Feng impatiently found a quiet place and sat down cross-legged.

He had to restore his Soul Power as soon as possible. At the same time, he needed to carefully review the lessons and experience gained from this battle.

He silently reflected that, although his Soul Power had risen rapidly over the years, his actual combat experience was relatively lacking.

If he could raise his combat ability by another level, perhaps he would not be at a disadvantage when facing powerful enemies like Tang Hao.

Time quietly passed, and several hours went by.

After racing all the way, Snake Lance Douluo finally arrived at Spirit Hall.

He headed straight for the Worship Hall. This hall was solemn and imposing, ordinarily serving as the core of Spirit Hall and radiating a sacred, majestic aura.

The moment Snake Lance Douluo entered the Worship Hall, the first thing that met his eyes was the towering, sacred statue of the Six-Winged Angel.

The statue was lifelike, as though it contained endless power, and it emitted a gentle yet dazzling radiance.

Above the statue sat a middle-aged man clad in golden robes. He was none other than Spirit Hall's Grand Elder, Qian Daoliu.

Qian Daoliu radiated powerful sacred force, complementing the statue before him and shrouding the entire Worship Hall in an atmosphere of solemn majesty.

The instant Snake Lance Douluo entered, Qian Daoliu's keen senses detected his arrival.

Qian Daoliu slowly opened his eyes, a flash of authority passing through them. He then gradually rose to his feet, turned around, and looked at Snake Lance Douluo behind him.

His expression was grave as he asked with concern, "Snake Lance, weren't you protecting Xiao Xue? Why have you suddenly come to Spirit Hall? Did something happen to Xiao Xue?"

Snake Lance Douluo hurriedly bowed in respect before answering, "Grand Elder, the Young Mistress is unharmed. However, an unexpected development has indeed occurred in the Heaven Dou Empire—Tang Hao appeared today."

His voice was low and steady as he relayed the news of Tang Hao's appearance to Qian Daoliu in detail.

Upon hearing Tang Hao's name, a terrifying killing intent instantly flashed through Qian Daoliu's previously calm eyes, like a surging undercurrent erupting in an instant.

However, he quickly forced down that killing intent and returned to his usual composure.

He knew that Tang Hao was not the true culprit behind Qian Xunji's death. But if Tang Hao had not severely wounded his son back then, Qian Xunji would not have been so easily ambushed and killed by Bibi Dong.

Thus, Tang Hao had long been placed on his list of people who must die.

Back then, Qian Daoliu had personally gone to the Clear Sky Sect and demanded that they hand over Tang Hao to pay for that old blood debt.

Yet, in order to protect Tang Hao, the Clear Sky Sect had actually expelled him from the sect.

After that, Qian Daoliu searched all across Douluo Continent, yet he never found any trace of Tang Hao.

Now that Tang Hao had suddenly appeared, how could Qian Daoliu not feel killing intent?

"Where is Tang Hao now?"

Qian Daoliu's face darkened, and a trace of determination appeared in his eyes. He intended to leave the mountain immediately and kill Tang Hao with his own hands.

He knew that Tang Hao now possessed a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring, and his strength could not be underestimated. If he was not eliminated quickly, he would surely pose an enormous threat to Spirit Hall in the future.

Snake Lance Douluo lowered his head slightly and said with shame, "Tang Hao's whereabouts are currently unknown. When the battle broke out at that place, my strength simply made it impossible for me to participate."

"For the Young Mistress's safety, I took her and left the battlefield early. Therefore, I do not know where Tang Hao ultimately went."

Recalling the scene of that battle, Snake Lance Douluo still felt lingering fear.

In a battle between experts of that caliber, even a casually released wave of attacks was difficult for him, a Titled Douluo, to withstand.

If he had rashly interfered, he would likely have suffered severe injuries at the very least.

Hearing Snake Lance Douluo's answer, Qian Daoliu could not help but furrow his brows, his suspicious gaze falling upon Snake Lance Douluo.

He silently pondered why those words sounded so baffling.

Could something really have happened to Xiao Xue?

Snake Lance Douluo seemed to notice Qian Daoliu's doubts and hurriedly continued, "It is like this, Grand Elder. You should know that a newly emerged force called the Soul Ring Pavilion has appeared across Douluo Continent."

"There is a Soul Master within the Soul Ring Pavilion who, in my estimation, possesses the strength of a Limit Douluo Expert. Tang Hao was being pursued by this Limit Douluo Expert at the time, so it is currently unknown whether Tang Hao is alive or dead."

Snake Lance Douluo slowly revealed the news of the powerful expert within the Soul Ring Pavilion.

He knew the importance of this matter and that it could no longer be concealed.

The Soul Ring Pavilion's rise had already posed a serious threat to Spirit Hall. The Grand Elder had to personally resolve this matter.