Qian Renxue was tempted. If she could directly control Xue Ye and do so without leaving any flaws, her mission would be complete.
And completing it so quickly would certainly make that woman see her in a new light.
That was what Qian Renxue thought. She had no idea that no matter what she did, she would never earn even the slightest affection from Bibi Dong.
All Bibi Dong felt toward her was disgust—extreme disgust.
"This matter is of great importance. I'll need to ask Grandfather for instructions, but I think he will definitely agree."
"Mm, that's only proper. Even those completely loyal to Spirit Hall need to be selected by him."
"If you no longer need to remain in Heaven Dou City as an undercover agent, what will you do?"
"What will I do?"
Xiao Chenlong's question left Qian Renxue stunned.
She had never considered it at all.
"Since that's the case, I'll give you a goal. Become a Titled Douluo before the age of twenty-five. With your talent, you can absolutely do it."
"Why? Why do you always remind me to improve my strength?"
"Because this is a world where the strong prey on the weak. If your strength does not improve, you can only become fish on the chopping block."
"Even if you are Spirit Hall's Young Master, it will be the same. Spirit Hall cannot protect you for a lifetime. Above these high heavens, there are even stronger beings."
Xiao Chenlong had said all he needed to say. Whether she could accept it was up to her.
Some time later, Chrysanthemum Douluo arrived in Heaven Dou City with Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan.
It was also the first time the three of them had come to Heaven Dou City. Heaven Dou City and Spirit City possessed entirely different kinds of prosperity.
They were very curious about Heaven Dou City's splendor. After all, their age was what it was.
"Cough, cough. Let's go see His Highness the Saint Son first."
"Yes, Elder Ju."
After arriving at Spirit Hall, Xiao Chenlong was in a state of Soul Evasion. During the development of this ability, he had discovered that cultivating Spiritual Power while in Soul Evasion was far more efficient.
Only after discovering that Chrysanthemum Douluo and the others had arrived did Xiao Chenlong return his soul to his body and open his eyes.
He had not received word beforehand, so Chrysanthemum Douluo's arrival surprised him somewhat.
"Greetings, His Highness the Holy Son!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo saluted Xiao Chenlong, while Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan saluted as well.
"Elder Ju, no need for formalities. It has been a long time. What business brings you to Heaven Dou City this time?"
As Xiao Chenlong spoke, he also looked toward Hu Liena and the other two.
"Your Highness the Holy Son, these three are the finest among Spirit Hall's younger generation and are known as the Golden Generation. This is Hu Liena, whom Your Excellency the Pope has already accepted as a disciple."
"Oh, the Pope's disciple? Interesting. Are they traveling with Elder Ju to gain experience?"
"Mm. They have performed very well along the way. I am quite satisfied."
"Good. Spirit Hall truly needs a constant influx of fresh blood. If you need anything in Heaven Dou City, feel free to ask."
Heaven Dou City now truly lay within Xiao Chenlong's sphere of influence.
"Your Highness the Saint Son, the three of us boldly wish to spar with you. We hope you will grant us permission."
Hu Liena stepped forward and spoke to Xiao Chenlong. There was obvious dissatisfaction on her face.
"Impudent! Step back! Is His Highness the Holy Son someone you can challenge whenever you please?"
"Your Highness the Holy Son, please do not take offense. The three of them are still children and do not know their limits."
"Hmph, he clearly does not look much older than us."
Hu Liena muttered softly. Chrysanthemum Douluo turned and glared at her.
If Hu Liena had not been Bibi Dong's disciple, Chrysanthemum Douluo would have already slapped her.
She had performed so well throughout the journey. Why had she become like this the moment she saw His Highness the Holy Son? Chrysanthemum Douluo was greatly puzzled.
"Elder Ju, there is no need to be so harsh. Since you wish to spar, this Holy Son will give you an opportunity. It will also convince you completely."
Soon afterward, they arrived at Spirit Hall's training grounds, where Xiao Chenlong summoned Little Monkey and Mei Mei Yang.
"Your opponents are them. If you can defeat them, I can give you an opportunity worth no less than a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone."
Upon hearing Xiao Chenlong's words, Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan's eyes all lit up.
They knew very well how valuable a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone was. It was absolutely a treasure that could not be bought at any price, a truly priceless treasure.
"Is that true?"
"With Elder Ju here, my word naturally counts."
Little Monkey leaped onto Mei Mei Yang's head, while Mei Mei Yang bleated and slowly walked onto the stage.
This monkey and sheep truly did not look like they possessed much combat power.
Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan also summoned their Martial Souls. Hu Liena's Sky Fox, Xie Yue's Moon Blade, and Yan's Flame Lord were all high-grade Martial Souls.
The three exchanged glances. They did not rush in recklessly, instead allowing Hu Liena to probe first.
"Charm!"
Hu Liena used Charm on Mei Mei Yang and met its eyes. The result was tragic.
Mei Mei Yang's eyes flashed, and Hu Liena's soul left her body.
To Yan and Xie Yue, it looked as though Hu Liena's Charm had backfired, causing her to fall unconscious on the spot.
Xie Yue and Yan did not panic because Hu Liena had collapsed. One attacked from the left, the other from the right, as they charged at Mei Mei Yang.
"Not bad. It seems Elder Ju has put considerable effort into training them."
"Mm. After all, she is Your Excellency the Pope's disciple, so I naturally had to take it seriously."
"By the way, Your Highness the Holy Son, this is a personal letter from Your Excellency the Pope."
"Your Excellency the Pope instructed me to deliver it personally to you."
"Oh, a personal letter from the Pope? Let me see what she has written."
Xiao Chenlong accepted the letter, opened it, and examined it carefully.
After reading it, Xiao Chenlong found it utterly boring. It was merely filled with attempts to win him over, asking him to join Bibi Dong's side, even offering three Ten Thousand Year Soul Bones as bait.
Where there was a carrot, there was naturally a stick. The latter half of the letter was a threat, subtly informing Xiao Chenlong that Bibi Dong had a Deity behind her, someone he could not afford to provoke, and that he should obediently submit.
Xiao Chenlong sneered coldly, then tore Bibi Dong's personal letter to pieces right in front of Chrysanthemum Douluo.
Seeing Xiao Chenlong's actions, Chrysanthemum Douluo's face once again filled with astonishment.
"Your Highness the Holy Son, you..."
"Go back and tell Bibi Dong that this is my stance. If she is unhappy, she can come find me herself."
Chrysanthemum Douluo only felt exhausted. He was caught in the middle, taking heat from both sides.
Meanwhile, the battle on the stage had already ended. Little Monkey transformed into a Titan Giant Ape and knocked Xie Yue and Yan unconscious with one slap each.
Xiao Chenlong acted and returned Hu Liena's soul to her body. After her soul returned, Hu Liena still looked utterly confused.
"What just happened?"
Little Monkey transformed back, accepted a banana from Xiao Chenlong, and happily began eating it. After finishing, it even made a face at Hu Liena.
Mocked by a monkey, Hu Liena's complexion had only just recovered before turning ugly once more.
"Cough, cough. Enough. His Highness the Holy Son has already shown mercy. Do not become arrogant and complacent. There are many geniuses on the Douluo Continent."
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