Douluo: Return of the Killing Star, Starting with a Reckoning for Bibi Dong

"Uncle, what is actually going on with all of this?" Qian Renxue looked at Qian Xun'an and asked immediately.

Qian Xun'an replied calmly, "I haven't investigated the specifics yet. I only returned a few days ago and learned of this matter. All I know is that your father was indeed severely wounded by Tang Hao back then.

However, he returned to our Martial Soul Hall. With the resources of our Martial Soul Hall, as long as it wasn't a fatal injury, he could have been saved.

Even if the injuries were particularly severe, his life should have at least been preserved.

But your father died, and this matter is extremely strange. I went to investigate the records of your father's injuries from that year and discovered that all those documents had disappeared.

Therefore, I am even more certain that your father's death was not that simple!"

Hearing this, Qian Renxue immediately looked at Qian Daoliu and asked, "Grandfather, what is really going on with all of this?"

Qian Daoliu sighed, then spoke, "I know as much about the events of that year as you do!"

Qian Daoliu looked at Qian Xun'an; he knew he could not stop him.

For now, he could only delay the truth for as long as possible.

Qian Xun'an looked at Qian Renxue and said, "Xiao Xue, rest assured, I will definitely investigate your father's case and seek justice for him!"

At this moment, Qian Renxue looked at Qian Xun'an and said, "Mm."

Qian Xun'an looked at Qian Renxue and asked again, "By the way, Xiao Xue, what are you thinking? Why do you want to go to the Heaven Dou Empire as an undercover agent?"

Qian Renxue looked at Qian Xun'an and replied, "For my mother."

"I don't know why, but my mother has never liked me since I was a child. I have always worked hard to be the best, wanting to win her favor.

Yet, she has always kept me at a distance.

Later, I learned that my mother's wish is to unify the continent, so I wanted to help her. If I could take the Heaven Dou Empire without a single drop of blood, surely my mother would accept me then."

Hearing Qian Renxue's reasoning, Qian Xun'an couldn't help but shake his head.

Qian Xun'an then said, "Xiao Xue, do you know how foolish your plan is?"

"I just checked your soul power, and it is only at the Soul Emperor level. You must have suppressed your soul power, right?"

Qian Renxue looked at Qian Xun'an and nodded, "I have to disguise myself as Xue Qinghe in the Heaven Dou Empire. Xue Qinghe's talent isn't that great, so I must suppress my own soul power."

Qian Xun'an shook his head again, "Xiao Xue, can you not see the essence of this world yet?

In this world, the weak are prey to the strong, and only the fittest survive. If you want something, you must become stronger. Is it really worth wasting your youth and your talent to gamble on an uncertain outcome?

I heard from Father that your talent is second only to mine. If you hadn't wasted your potential, I fear you would already be a Soul Douluo or even a Title Douluo by now."

At this moment, Qian Renxue looked at Qian Xun'an with a sense of grievance and said, "I did this so that the Martial Soul Hall could unify the continent."

Qian Xun'an replied immediately, "If the Martial Soul Hall truly wants to unify the continent, I am enough. Xiao Xue, you don't have to go back."

Hearing this, Qian Renxue shook her head, "No, Uncle, my plan is only one step away from completion. I really don't want to give up!"

"Do you know how dangerous it is for you to be deep inside enemy territory alone?" Qian Xun'an continued to ask, looking at Qian Renxue.

Qian Renxue replied, "I have already become Xue Qinghe; no one can discover my identity.

Besides, I have two Title Douluo protecting me. I will take good care of myself."

"Sigh..." Qian Xun'an let out a sigh and said, "Very well, very well!"

At this moment, Qian Xun'an took a crystal-clear bead from his robes, and the bead instantly emitted a soft blue glow.

Qian Xun'an handed the bead to Qian Renxue and said, "This is a bead I obtained years ago from the cave of a water dragon in another world.

This bead contains extremely powerful energy, yet it is very gentle. It was used by that water dragon to nurture her offspring, though I took it for myself.

For these years, I have been using this bead to cultivate. It can help you consolidate your cultivation and increase your speed of progress. Today, I will give this bead to you!"

Looking at the bead in Qian Xun'an's hand, Qian Renxue immediately said, "Uncle, such a precious gift, how can I..."

Qian Xun'an looked at Qian Renxue and said, "Xiao Xue, you are my brother's only descendant, my niece, and the hope of our Martial Soul Hall. If I don't treat you well, who should I treat well?

Besides, I have already reached the peak of cultivation; I have no use for this bead. It is more suitable for you to have it."

Qian Renxue immediately looked at Qian Xun'an and said, "Then, I will accept your kindness. Thank you, Uncle."

After the three of them reminisced a bit more, Qian Renxue bowed to Qian Xun'an and Qian Daoliu, "Uncle, Grandfather, I must return. I have been out for too long, and I will be suspected."

Qian Xun'an nodded slightly, "Very well, go."

At this moment, Qian Renxue suddenly turned back and said, "By the way, Uncle, I heard that you are in full charge of this upcoming tournament."

Qian Xun'an nodded, "That is correct."

Qian Renxue said, "Uncle, you must be careful of Shrek Academy. That academy possesses many geniuses."

"Shrek Academy? I haven't heard much about this academy. Is this Shrek Academy very strong?" Qian Xun'an asked.

Qian Renxue said, "Shrek Academy has a guy named Tang San. He has Twin Martial Souls and high talent. He is also the son of Tang Hao, the enemy who killed my father."

"Tang Hao's son, you say?" Upon hearing this, Qian Xun'an narrowed his eyes.

"Uncle, you..."

A faint smile appeared on the corner of Qian Xun'an's mouth as he said, "I have been tracking Tang Hao's trail for some time now, but I haven't found anything.

However, if this son of Tang Hao is in my hands, then Tang Hao will surely show himself, won't he!"

Qian Renxue nodded slightly after hearing this and said, "Please, Uncle, you must investigate the truth of what happened back then. I want to know how my father died."

Qian Xun'an looked at Qian Renxue and nodded slowly, saying, "Rest assured, I will definitely find out the truth."

In truth, Qian Xun'an already had his own suspicions.

However, suspicion was merely suspicion after all. Without concrete evidence, Qian Xun'an would not voice his doubts to Qian Renxue.

"Then I shall take my leave." Qian Renxue shifted her form, instantly transforming back into the appearance of a man—the very man she was impersonating, Xue Qinghe.

Qian Xun'an nodded and said, "Very well, be careful."

Afterward, Qian Renxue turned and left the Worship Hall.

Once Qian Renxue had departed, Qian Daoliu looked at Qian Xun'an and asked, "Xun'an, must you really pursue the events of that year to the very end?"

Qian Xun'an replied resolutely, "Naturally. No matter how difficult the path ahead may be, or who tries to stop me, I will investigate it to the end.

Father, that includes you!"

Having said this, Qian Xun'an also turned and walked away.

Martial Soul Hall Academy.

Qian Xun'an, accompanied by a Soul Douluo subordinate, walked toward the Martial Soul Hall Academy.

"Hall Master, are you here to personally select the participating students? I heard that the academy has already made their choices."

The Soul Douluo subordinate immediately asked.

Qian Xun'an said calmly, "Xiao Xue told me that Shrek Academy is very formidable. Since even Xiao Xue considers them formidable, I naturally cannot afford to be careless; after all, this concerns the honor of Martial Soul Hall.

Furthermore, over these years, Martial Soul Hall has grown increasingly weak. Even a fool like Hu Liena can be chosen as the Saintess. Naturally, I cannot rest easy regarding the candidates for this Soul Master Tournament."

The Soul Douluo then spoke up, "Hall Master, you may not be aware, but the Martial Soul Hall Academy is not what it used to be."

"Oh?"

Qian Xun'an asked, puzzled.

The Soul Douluo continued, "Most of the students at the Martial Soul Hall Academy are the children of our own Martial Soul Hall soul masters. As Martial Soul Hall has grown more powerful, the students have become increasingly arrogant. Many are lost in the glory of Martial Soul Hall, and there are few who truly devote themselves to cultivation."

"Moreover, I have heard that many of the selections for the Soul Master Tournament are now made through connections!" the Soul Douluo added.

"Connections?" Qian Xun'an frowned and asked.

The Soul Douluo nodded, "After all, as long as one can become a team member representing Martial Soul Hall in the tournament, they can win supreme glory and secure a bright future.

Therefore, every single student is desperate to squeeze their way into those team spots."

Hearing this, Qian Xun'an said calmly, "If things continue this way, the honor of our Martial Soul Hall will surely be destroyed by them in one fell swoop!"

As he spoke, Qian Xun'an continued walking forward.

At this moment, Qian Xun'an could see the Martial Soul Hall Academy from a distance.

All the teachers and students were gathered together. On the high platform, three people were seen walking toward them.

Those three were the Golden Generation representing Martial Soul Hall in the Soul Master Tournament.

"Hall Master, shall I go and inform them of your arrival?" the Soul Douluo subordinate immediately asked.

Qian Xun'an shook his head and said, "Do not make a scene yet. I want to see for myself what the Martial Soul Hall Academy has become."

The Soul Douluo subordinate immediately acknowledged the order.

As the three members of the Golden Generation walked over.

The students below began to cheer loudly.

"My god, is that our Martial Soul Hall's Golden Generation? They are so dazzling!"

"I heard they were personally awarded the Wuhun Hall Purple Record Medal by the Pope, setting a record for Martial Soul Hall!"