Yu Tianheng's Challenge: A Fight at the Great Soul Arena? Qian Renxue: "Quit Teasing. I'm Not Jealous!"

Huang Yan patted Shui Bing'er's hand to reassure her, then smiled gently at Dugu Yan.

"Miss Dugu, you're too kind.

It was a small favor. Besides, Senior Dugu paid the price we agreed on. We each got what we needed.

As for the method of detoxification, it involves secrets of my sect, so I can't say more. I hope you understand, Young Master Yu."

His answer left no opening. It showed Dugu Yan respect while quietly pushing back against Yu Tianheng's probe.

Yu Tianheng clenched his fists inside his sleeves, but he could only force a smile.

"You're taking it too seriously. I was presumptuous."

Qian Renxue watched silently, a hint of amusement flashing through her eyes.

She stepped in at just the right moment, playing the part of the amiable crown prince as she smoothed things over.

"Haha, that's enough.

Now that the misunderstanding is cleared up, we're all friends.

Tian Heng, Huang Yan and I still have important matters to discuss.

If you have nothing else to do, why don't you take Yan Yan around the city?"

Hearing "Xue Qinghe" dismiss him, Yu Tianheng had no choice but to bow and take his leave, however unwilling he felt.

"Yes, Your Highness.

We won't disturb you any longer.

Yan Yan, let's go."

Yu Tianheng took two steps, then realized there was no one beside him.

He turned back in confusion and saw Dugu Yan still standing where she was.

She stared at Huang Yan without blinking, her eyes bright with curiosity.

The sight sent rage surging through Yu Tianheng, nearly burning away his reason.

But "Xue Qinghe" stood nearby with a beaming smile.

And Huang Yan and Shui Bing'er looked perfectly calm, even faintly amused. Yu Tianheng forced down his anger.

Then he remembered something he had recently grown proud of, and an idea came to him.

He turned around, put on a haughty smile, and addressed Huang Yan with a barbed tone.

"Brother Huang Yan, since you rarely visit Heaven Dou City, there are places you simply can't miss.

The Tiandou Great Soul Arena, for example. It's where the younger generation of Soul Masters loves to test their skills."

Yu Tianheng straightened his chest slightly, unable to hide the pride in his voice.

"To be frank, the Imperial Fighting Team I lead has defeated one strong opponent after another at the Tiandou Great Soul Arena. We've now won eighteen team battles in a row.

I earned a Gold Soul Fighting Badge in individual matches some time ago, and my record stands at thirty-six wins and two losses.

Brother Huang Yan, have you ever found time to visit a Great Soul Arena while training at Spirit Hall?

Would you care to come to the Tiandou Great Soul Arena tonight and let the Imperial Fighting Team show you some hospitality?"

At the challenge, Shui Bing'er nearly laughed aloud.

A Soul Elder who had not even reached Soul Ancestor was boasting about his arena record to a level sixty-five Soul Emperor.

And he had issued a challenge on top of that?

Qian Renxue's lips curved as well.

She looked at Yu Tianheng as though he were a clown with no idea what he was getting into.

Huang Yan found it even funnier.

The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's vaunted pride seemed childish in the face of such a vast difference in strength.

Still, when someone offered him a target, he had no reason to back down.

Besides, his Dark Sacred Dragon Martial Soul had yet to make its debut.

Yu Tianheng would be its first opponent.

He would show the Soul Master World that the so-called greatest Beast Martial Soul on the Douluo Continent was nothing more than an inferior, mixed-blood false dragon!

Huang Yan patted the hand Shui Bing'er had looped around his arm and gave Yu Tianheng a half smile.

"Oh?

Eighteen consecutive wins. That's quite a record.

Young Master Yu, after such a warm invitation, I'd hate to disappoint the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.

Very well. I'll be there on time tonight."

Seeing Huang Yan accept, Yu Tianheng's eyes flashed with cold satisfaction.

"Good!

I'll be waiting for you at the Tiandou Great Soul Arena tonight, Brother Huang Yan.

Yan Yan, let's go."

This time, although Dugu Yan was deeply grateful to Huang Yan, she saw nothing wrong with a match between two young Soul Masters.

She gave Huang Yan and Shui Bing'er a slight bow, then left with Yu Tianheng.

Watching them go, Qian Renxue finally let out a soft laugh and shook her head.

"Ignorance truly knows no fear.

A level thirty-nine Soul Elder challenged a level sixty-five Soul Emperor. I've seen something new today."

Shui Bing'er's icy gaze softened as she turned to Huang Yan with a laugh.

"Brother Yan, that look you gave him really got under Young Master Yu's skin.

But are you truly going to fight at the Great Soul Arena tonight?"

Huang Yan's lips lifted slightly.

"He handed me the chance to put him in his place. It would be a shame not to, especially when he's one of the 'Twin Stars of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon.'

Besides, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon has called itself the 'greatest Beast Martial Soul in the world' for too long. It's time they learned what a true divine dragon looks like."

In this era, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon was indeed the greatest dragon-type Martial Soul.

But that was only because Huang Yan's Dark Sacred Dragon had yet to appear!

Qian Renxue's eyes brightened as she studied Huang Yan.

"Then I'm fortunate. Tonight, I'll get to see the Second Martial Soul you've never shown an outsider."

"I won't disappoint you, Sister Xue'er."

Huang Yan smiled.

At "Sister Xue'er," Qian Renxue's heart gave a small jolt. Keeping her expression composed, she turned to Shui Bing'er and spoke warmly.

"Miss Bing'er, the sooner you refine the Ten-Thousand-Year Cold Marrow and the ten-thousand-year Snow Silkworm, the better.

The chamber in the rear garden is ready. Focus on your seclusion; I guarantee no one will disturb you."

Shui Bing'er was reluctant to part from Huang Yan, but she knew strength was essential. She looked at him and said softly,

"Brother Yan, I'll go into seclusion now.

When you go to the Great Soul Arena tonight, please... show some restraint.

This is Heaven Dou City, after all, and he belongs to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan."

"Don't worry. I know what I'm doing."

Huang Yan patted her shoulder.

"Focus on your seclusion. I'll have a surprise for you when you come out."

"Mm. I trust you."

Shui Bing'er smiled sweetly, gave Qian Renxue a slight bow, and followed an East Palace maid toward the chamber in the rear garden.

Once Shui Bing'er had disappeared around the corner, Qian Renxue's gentle expression faded, replaced by a teasing half smile.

She stepped up to Huang Yan and murmured so only he could hear,

"Sister Bing'er is so attentive to you. She couldn't leave without reminding you to be careful.

What's wrong? Missing her already?"

Huang Yan looked at the beauty standing so close and teased,

"What's this, Your Highness? Are you jealous?"

Qian Renxue blushed and shot him a look.

"Quit teasing. I'm not jealous.

Now, to business. With Dugu Bo firmly on our side, Prince Xue Xing has lost his greatest support.

We can move up the next stage of our plan to seize power."