Qian Daoliu: I want to know, what exactly is your martial soul?

Ye Qing understood clearly that the reason Qian Daoliu in the original story did not dare to kill Tang Hao or annihilate the Clear Sky Sect for the sake of Qian Xunji was not only because the culprit was that woman, Bibi Dong, but primarily because of the unpredictable variable that was Tang Chen.

Furthermore, Qian Renxue had only just awakened her Martial Soul at that time, and she still had a long road ahead of her.

If that hothead Tang Chen had charged straight into Martial Soul City to trade lives with Qian Daoliu, Qian Daoliu might not have died, but the entire Martial Soul City would have been razed to the ground.

One must know that a life-and-death battle between level 99 Peerless Douluo is enough to destroy the heavens and extinguish the earth.

When that time came, everyone except Qian Daoliu would have perished in the aftermath of that conflict.

But things were different now.

This time, it was a grudge between Sea God Island and the Clear Sky Sect; Martial Soul Hall was merely providing assistance.

With Bo Saixi presiding over Sea God Island and the protection of the Sea God's divine power, even if Tang Chen were mad, would he dare to run wild on Sea God Island?

Did he really think that the Sea God was just a decorative statue?

"You are correct!"

Under Ye Qing's gaze, Qian Daoliu spoke slowly, his tone carrying a hint of relief as he nodded in agreement: "My Martial Soul Hall truly does not wish to see the Clear Sky Sect continue to grow stronger. But ultimately, this is a grudge between you and the Clear Sky Sect; there is no need for us to wade into these muddy waters. Wouldn't it be better to sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight?"

There is a saying: the mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind.

Once the Clear Sky Sect and Sea God Island went to war, no matter who won in the end, the one to reap the greatest benefits would undoubtedly be Martial Soul Hall.

Ye Qing nodded and said frankly: "Senior speaks the truth. But on this continent, Martial Soul Hall is not the only one capable of checking the Clear Sky Sect."

Having said this, he shifted his tone, his gaze sharpening as he reminded: "As far as I know, the former Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect, Tang Chen, has been missing for many years. Today's Clear Sky Sect only has one Title Douluo on the surface. We can fully utilize the reputation of Sea God Island to join forces with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and apply pressure together. The process might be troublesome, but the result will not be disappointing."

"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

Hearing this name, Qian Xunji could not help but sneer, saying with great disdain: "Ning Fengzhi is a master of calculation; do you think he would agree? To offend the powerful Clear Sky Sect for the sake of Sea God Island?"

Ye Qing glanced at him, as if asking: Is such a stupid person really the Pope of Martial Soul Hall?

It was no wonder that the Saintess, Bibi Dong, loved that waste Yu Xiaogang so desperately; it was not without reason.

"Brat, what kind of look is that?"

Qian Xunji noticed Ye Qing's expression and was about to lash out, but was stopped by a wave of Qian Daoliu's hand.

"Xiao Ji, you are wrong."

Qian Daoliu looked at Ye Qing with a trace of approval in his eyes and replied: "If Sea God Island truly seeks cooperation, Ning Fengzhi would not only agree, he might even do it without asking for a single cent."

"Father! How is that possible?"

Qian Xunji was full of confusion and asked: "Ning Fengzhi is no saint! The Clear Sky Sect has the foundation of a Peerless Douluo; why would the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect take such a risk?"

Although the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was one of the Upper Three Sects just like the Clear Sky Sect, that did not mean the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect could go toe-to-toe with them.

This was because the power of a level 99 Peerless Douluo was simply too overwhelming.

One could see how vast the gap was from the fact that Chen Xin's father, who had a soul power as high as level 97, was shaken to death by Qian Daoliu.

Not to mention that the current Chen Xin had not yet reached level 97.

Therefore, he felt that unless there was something wrong with Ning Fengzhi's brain, he would absolutely never choose to cooperate with Sea God Island to crusade against the Clear Sky Sect.

Qian Daoliu did not answer directly, but chuckled and looked at Ye Qing, signaling: "Child, you explain it."

Ye Qing cleared his throat and spoke eloquently: "Ning Fengzhi is a pure businessman; he weighs the pros and cons of everything. By cooperating with us, he would indeed offend the Clear Sky Sect, but he would also be able to latch onto Sea God Island as a powerful ally. As long as we don't push things to the point of no return and leave the Clear Sky Sect a sliver of hope, even if Tang Chen returns, would he dare to touch the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

He paused, emphasizing his tone: "Unless he wants the entire Clear Sky Sect to be buried with them and enter into an irreconcilable blood feud with Sea God Island. In Tang Chen's heart, what is the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect worth? Are they even fit to be compared to the Clear Sky Sect?"

"As for the benefits the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect can gain, those are even more numerous!"

The corners of Ye Qing's mouth curled into an arc as he continued: "Besides taking this opportunity to show the continent their relationship with Sea God Island and weakening the deterrent power of the Clear Sky Sect, they might even replace the Clear Sky Sect as the number one sect under heaven. You must know that the benefits brought by this reputation are far more substantial than any material gain. For example, more soul masters will defect to them, and more forces will attach themselves to them. How could a figure like Ning Fengzhi pass up such a cost-effective deal?"

"Don't forget, isn't the reason Martial Soul Hall has been able to develop so rapidly also because we trade on the name of being the force inheriting the Angel God?"

After this speech, the logic was clear and the pros and cons were distinct, as if he had personally witnessed Ning Fengzhi weighing the options.

Qian Xunji was left speechless, his face turning from green to white.

He had never imagined that these intricate maneuvers could be seen through so thoroughly by a child.

Qian Daoliu clapped his hands and laughed: "Well said! That old fox Ning Fengzhi would indeed calculate it this way."

At this moment, the way he looked at Ye Qing had completely changed.

How could this be a child?

He was clearly a deep-thinking, calculating veteran.

That the Sea God could choose him as an heir was clearly not just because of his talent.

"It seems we have no choice."

Qian Daoliu restrained his smile, his tone becoming solemn: "Martial Soul Hall can help you, but there is one condition—after retrieving the soul beast, you must publicly acknowledge that this operation was a joint effort with our Martial Soul Hall, letting the continent know that Martial Soul Hall and Sea God Island stand on the same front."

This was an attempt to borrow the influence of Sea God Island to further consolidate the status of Martial Soul Hall.

Ye Qing did not hesitate and nodded in agreement: "Agreed."

For him, as long as he could obtain Ah Yin, this small favor was insignificant.

Most importantly, Sea God Island would also gain quite a few benefits; after all, Martial Soul Hall was essentially the final word on the continent.

"Very well, you shall stay at Martial Soul Hall for these next few days. Once we have finished our preparations, we will head to the Clear Sky Sect with you," Qian Daoliu said as he stood up.

"No problem, then we shall trouble you, Senior." Ye Qing nodded in thanks.

"A small matter. Since we are cooperating, there is no need to speak of trouble."

Qian Daoliu waved his hand dismissively, his handsome face filled with indifference. Then, a look of curiosity appeared on his face as he asked, "I have one more question. I wonder if I might receive an answer."

"Please ask, Senior. If I know the answer, I naturally will not hide anything," Ye Qing replied with great generosity.

"Actually, it is nothing major. I simply wish to know what your Martial Soul actually is."

As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions of Ye Qing and Sea Dragon Douluo soured instantly.