The Struggle for the Holy Son!

After Qin Tian, Tian Yao, and the others had their fill, the seven of them went their separate ways.

"Xiao Tian, are you truly determined to travel across the continent?"

Ling Yuan Douluo appeared silently beside Qin Tian. Over the past four years, her strength had advanced further, elevating her from a level 94 Title Douluo to a level 95 Super Douluo.

A level 95 Super Douluo was considered an elite even among Title Douluos.

"Sister Ling Yuan, with my current strength, focused cultivation is no longer enough. Only by walking on the edge of life and death can I stimulate my potential more rapidly."

"Furthermore, the tiger represents slaughter; if one does not experience bloodshed, how can one become a powerhouse?"

As he said this, Qin Tian gazed into the distant void, his expression solemn and his voice deepening.

"I want to forge an invincible heart, I want to establish an invincible momentum, and I want to become the strongest being in this world."

"Only by contending with the various experts across the land can I complete my cultivation."

Ling Yuan Douluo listened to Qin Tian's words and tilted her head to look at him, her eyes filled with tenderness.

"Xiao Tian, if you wish to travel the continent, you still need the Great Elder's permission."

Qin Tian nodded slightly, cast his gaze toward the nearby Gongfeng Dian, and without further hesitation, headed toward the hall.

Upon arriving at Gongfeng Dian, he pushed the door open and walked in, bowing respectfully as he looked at the seven figures inside.

"Teacher, Second Grandfather, Third Grandfather, Fourth Grandfather... Seventh Grandfather."

The seven elders opened their eyes, looked at Qin Tian, and all revealed smiles.

"Xiao Tian is here."

"Xiao Tian, come sit by Second Grandfather."

Hearing their words, the corners of Qin Tian's mouth curled up, and a smile appeared on his face.

"Teacher, disciples, I am preparing to travel abroad. Although sparring with you grandfathers over the past two years has increased my combat experience rapidly, it is still ultimately lacking."

"There are countless spirit masters on the continent with all sorts of strange and peculiar spirits. Only by seeing them in person and fighting them myself can I broaden my understanding and elevate my horizons."

Qian Daoliu listened to Qin Tian's words and nodded slightly. He did not oppose Qin Tian's desire to go out for training; on the contrary, he fully supported it.

Powerhouses are all forged through life-and-death struggles.

Just like him, Qian Daoliu had also wandered the continent in his youth, carving out a great reputation for himself.

"Xiao Tian, I do not oppose you going out for training, but the timing will have to be pushed back."

Upon hearing this, Qin Tian was slightly stunned, his face filled with confusion.

Qian Daoliu looked at Qin Tian and spoke calmly.

"Bibi Dong wants to appoint Hu Liena as the Saintess, and I do not agree."

Hearing this, Qin Tian frowned slightly, his expression shifting.

"Hu Liena, that little fox? With innate level nine spirit power, she was taken in as a personal disciple by the Pope. She has a brother named Yan, whose spirit is the Moon Blade, and he has the same innate spirit power as Hu Liena. She also has a suitor whose spirit is the ancient Flame Lord, with innate level eight spirit power."

Qian Daoliu nodded slightly as he listened to Qin Tian.

"That is correct, it is that Hu Liena."

Once confirmed, Qin Tian could not help but laugh.

"Hu Liena, what is her current rank? Spirit Ancestor or Spirit King?"

"Xiao Tian, Hu Liena is currently only a Spirit Grandmaster. She still has a long way to go before becoming a Spirit Ancestor, let alone a Spirit King—haha!"

Hearing Light Feather Douluo's words, Qin Tian laughed.

"A Spirit Grandmaster? What is Bibi Dong thinking? Making a mere Spirit Grandmaster the Saintess of Spirit Hall? Does she think the position of Saintess is child's play?"

"Does she think that just because she is the Pope, she can decide everything in Spirit Hall?"

At this point, Qin Tian paused, his voice then filled with killing intent.

"Hmph!"

"I only recognize Sister Xue as the Saintess. If Hu Liena dares to compete with Sister Xue for the position, then I shall slay her."

When Qian Daoliu heard this, a look of gratification appeared in his eyes.

"Xiao Tian, you also know that Xiao Xue is still undercover in the Heaven Dou Empire and cannot return for some time. Bibi Dong is taking advantage of this to make her proposal."

"My intention is for you to become the Saint Son of Spirit Hall."

Hearing Qian Daoliu's words, Qin Tian was startled at first, then looked at him in disbelief.

"Teacher, you want me to be the Saint Son?"

Qin Tian immediately shook his head and waved his hands repeatedly.

"Teacher, it's not like you don't know my temperament. Making me the Saint Son is no better than making me fight a Spirit Saint."

Listening to Qin Tian's refusal, Qian Daoliu's resolve only grew firmer.

"Xiao Tian, only you can stop Bibi Dong, and only you can be the Saint Son of Spirit Hall."

"I have already reached an agreement with Bibi Dong: three days from now, in the plaza of Spirit Hall, you will face Hu Liena in battle. The winner shall become the Saint Son or Saintess."

"Remember, you must win this battle; failure is not an option. This fight is not just about you becoming the Holy Son, but also about you safeguarding Spirit Hall for Xue'er."

Hearing this, Qin Tian could only helplessly agree.

He had absolutely no interest in becoming the Holy Son of Spirit Hall; whoever wanted the position could have it.

The Holy Son of Spirit Hall might sound like an extraordinary status, but it came with endless responsibilities. He detested being constrained, and if he were to become the Holy Son, how could he possibly remain free and unrestrained?

However, since his teacher had already spoken, he had no choice but to bite the bullet. Otherwise, if Hu Liena were to become the Holy Saintess, Spirit Hall would likely...

Inside Pope Hall, Bibi Dong looked at her personal disciple, Hu Liena, her face filled with a grave expression.

"Na'er, in three days, you will face Qin Tian from Gongfeng Dian. Do you have confidence?"

Upon hearing this, Hu Liena nodded solemnly, her face filled with determination.

"Teacher, your disciple will certainly give her all to defeat Qin Tian and not let you down."

Bibi Dong smiled with great satisfaction as she listened to Hu Liena.

"Na'er, I am very gratified that you have such confidence, but this Qin Tian cannot be underestimated. He is the disciple of Qian Daoliu, so you can imagine his talent."

"For the past six years, Qian Daoliu has been cultivating him with all his might, so his strength will certainly not be weak. To be safe, you should fuse with this spirit bone."

As she finished speaking, Bibi Dong took out a spirit bone she had prepared long ago from her storage spirit tool.

"Na'er, this spirit bone is something I have prepared for you: the Three-Eyed Demon Fox Right Arm Bone. It has a cultivation of fifty thousand years. Fusing with it will surely bring a massive increase to your strength."

Hu Liena was stunned upon hearing this. A fifty-thousand-year spirit bone, and the Three-Eyed Demon Fox Right Arm Bone at that—this was already a top-tier treasure.

She had not expected that her teacher would bring out such a priceless item just to ensure she could defeat Qin Tian and become the Holy Saintess.

While the treasury of Spirit Hall did contain many spirit bones, those of high age were rare. To take out a high-age spirit bone usually required the approval of the Elder Council.

One could only imagine what a heavy price her teacher had paid to obtain this spirit bone.

"Teacher!"

Bibi Dong looked at the teary-eyed Hu Liena, stood up, walked over to her, and stroked her hair.

"Na'er, do not let me down. Hurry and fuse with it."

Seeing this, Hu Liena hesitated no longer; she took the Three-Eyed Demon Fox Right Arm Bone and began the fusion.

Bibi Dong looked toward the direction of Gongfeng Dian, a cold glint flickering in her eyes.

"Qian Daoliu, I want to see exactly what kind of monster you have cultivated."