A Change of Scenery for Qian Renxue

Perhaps in response to Qian Renxue's prayer.

The statue of the Sun God erupted with brilliance, transforming into a streak of light that submerged into the center of Qian Renxue's brow.

A moment later, a radiant Sun God crest manifested upon her fair forehead.

"Ninety-nine Trials of the Sun God, First Trial: Descendant of the Sun."

"Go to an open area at high noon to receive the baptism of the sun, two hours daily, for ten consecutive days."

"Time limit: ten days."

Qian Renxue's eyes were filled with astonishment; although she had never personally undergone a God Trial, she had heard some relevant knowledge from her grandfather.

"Ninety-nine trials?"

"Lord Sun God, have you made a mistake?"

"Shouldn't it be nine trials?"

"Nine trials are also acceptable. Every eleven trials will be condensed into one. Now, go and independently slay a fire-attribute Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast."

"Do you wish to confirm the change of trial?"

"No, no, no! Lord Sun God, please calm your anger. I think ninety-nine trials are quite good!"

Upon hearing that the trial would be changed to slaying a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, Qian Renxue's eyes turned clear, and she shook her head like a rattle-drum.

Her own father had been mortally wounded and perished while hunting a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast; as a mere Soul Emperor, she had no desire to go and serve herself up as a snack.

At the same time, Qian Renxue began to marvel at the Sun God's thoughtfulness.

Knowing she could not complete a trial of such high intensity, he had specifically diluted the nine trials into ninety-nine, granting her more time to develop.

He looked much kinder than the Angel God.

"It's just sunbathing, right? Easy!"

Having received the trial, Qian Renxue immediately ordered her servants to place a lounge chair in the open space of the garden.

And so, the servants of the Crown Prince Mansion discovered a strange spectacle.

The Crown Prince, who usually spent this time studying various books, had now changed his ways and come to the garden to bask in the sun.

"Effort doesn't guarantee success, but sunbathing is definitely comfortable."

"Isn't this trial a bit too simple?"

Qian Renxue, who had always believed that one reaps what one sows, could not help but wonder if a trial of this intensity could truly make her stronger, or even lead her to godhood.

In Suotuo City, inside the Broom Shop, Lu Xian revealed a knowing smile.

He had finally received a high-quality worker.

However, Qian Renxue's complaints soon reached his ears, and the corners of Lu Xian's mouth curled upward.

"Young lady, since you say so, don't blame me for turning up the intensity."

Ten days later, the notification sound for the fulfillment of the wish rang out in her mind.

[Wish Rank F, Executor Qian Renxue completion rate: 100%.]

[Reward: 30 days of cultivation, 15 years of soul ring age.]

Knowing that Qian Renxue found the trial difficulty too low, Lu Xian arranged a big surprise for her while issuing the rewards.

After sunbathing for ten consecutive days, Qian Renxue felt as if her bones were about to turn to mush.

Fortunately, the notification sound in her mind regarding the completion of the trial rang out, signaling that the days of sunbathing had come to an end.

"First Trial, Descendant of the Sun, completed."

"Reward: 10 days of cultivation, all soul ring ages increased by 1 year."

Feeling the surge of soul power within her body, Qian Renxue immediately revealed a smile of pleasant surprise.

"I didn't expect there to be rewards for completing the trial?"

"It seems the cultivation I delayed while performing my undercover mission will soon be made up."

"Lord Sun God, hurry and arrange the second trial."

Perhaps having heard Qian Renxue's inner thoughts, the notification for the second trial rang out immediately.

"Second Trial of the Sun God: Draw the Sword!"

"A true powerhouse dares to draw their sword, even when facing an enemy stronger than themselves."

"During tomorrow's lesson, draw your sword against Chen Xin of the Sword Dao, and remain undefeated."

"Time limit: one day."

Qian Renxue, who had just been excited about receiving her rewards, instantly stiffened in place.

With an expression of shock, she pointed a finger at herself.

That look seemed to say, me? Go and draw my sword against Chen Xin? Wouldn't I be sliced into pieces?

And it has to be an undefeated record?

"Lord Sun God, why don't you reissue the trial for that fire-attribute Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast!"

"I feel like that one is a bit more reliable."

Though she thought this, when the trial asked if she wished to change it, Qian Renxue very prudently chose to decline.

Currently, Ning Fengzhi was her teacher in the public eye, and whenever he came for their weekly lessons, he would be accompanied by either Gu Rong or Chen Xin.

In other words, tomorrow morning's lesson was her only opportunity.

With Ning Fengzhi by his side, he shouldn't let me lose face.

Is this trial mainly testing my courage?

Yes, that must be it; the Sun God wouldn't issue a trial that is impossible to complete.

The next morning, in the study, Chen Xin, who was resting with his eyes closed, felt that the Crown Prince was acting a bit strange today.

He opened his eyes slightly and noticed Xue Qinghe's shifty gaze, which left him feeling quite puzzled.

Ning Fengzhi, who was in the middle of explaining the way of balance, clearly noticed this as well.

"Qinghe, why do you keep looking at Sword Douluo?"

"Uh..."

"Teacher, this student has a request, though I am unsure if I should speak it."

Ning Fengzhi cast a suspicious glance at this student of his, then smiled:

"What could be the matter? Qinghe, feel free to speak."

Qian Renxue took a deep breath, then drew a decorative longsword from the study and stepped in front of Chen Xin.

"Your Excellency Sword Douluo, Draw the Sword!"

Chen Xin: "..."

Ning Fengzhi looked at the Crown Prince before him in astonishment, and it took a long while before he managed to squeeze out a sentence.

"Qinghe, have you been drinking?"

Chen Xin let out a soft huff, not even bothering to lift his head, and continued to rest with his eyes closed.

Even Xue Ye had to weigh his words carefully when meeting him; what kind of madness had possessed this little Crown Prince?

Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe, suddenly felt like she was riding a tiger and could not get off, but thinking of the one-day time limit for the trial, she could only grit her teeth and continue to face Chen Xin with the sword.

"Your Excellency Sword Douluo, please draw your sword!"

As the words fell, Chen Xin suddenly opened his eyes, his sharp gaze fixed directly on the Crown Prince before him.

Qian Renxue only felt a sharp sword intent piercing straight toward the center of her brow.

Lord Sun God, save me!

Standing frozen in place without making a move, the sword intent released by Chen Xin's gaze stopped right before her brow.

Chen Xin raised an eyebrow slightly, his tone carrying a hint of approval:

"Your Highness the Crown Prince has great courage; to not retreat even a fraction in the face of my sword intent?"

Qian Renxue's face flushed red; could she admit that she simply hadn't reacted in time?

However, hearing the notification in her mind that the trial was complete, Qian Renxue let out a sigh of relief from the bottom of her heart.

She thought to herself that she must never complain about the low difficulty of the trials again.

"Many thanks for your guidance, Your Excellency Sword Douluo."

Chen Xin waved his hand, indicating that he hadn't provided any guidance at all.

Ning Fengzhi gave his student a strange look, then beckoned him to return and continue the lesson.

"Second trial, Draw the Sword, completed."

"Reward: 70 days of cultivation, all soul ring ages increased by 5 years."

Qian Renxue felt a surge of joy, but on the surface, she remained composed and continued listening to Ning Fengzhi's lecture.

Meanwhile, far away in Suotuo City, Lu Xian was sweating for the little angel from the bottom of his heart.

Issuing this trial was meant as a small punishment for her complaints, and the development of the situation was completely beyond his control.

In other words, it was entirely possible that Chen Xin could have given her a harsh lesson in a fit of anger.

However, judging by the results, the effect was clearly excellent.

[Wish Rank D, executor Qian Renxue completion rate 100%.]

[Reward: 180 days of cultivation, soul ring ages increased by 90 years.]

She was the first among his workers to complete a D-rank wish, and the rewards issued were incredibly generous.

It seems that the harder the trial, the better the rewards obtained upon completion.

Of course, that is assuming the worker is actually capable of completing the trial.