"Rise."
The Three Great Dragon Kings straightened up and stood respectfully to one side.
Just then, another figure shot out of the Blood Fire Hall.
It was Venerable Skyfire.
He landed before Liu Bai, his expression respectful as he clasped his hands in salute.
"Hall Master, you have returned."
Liu Bai looked at him and nodded slightly.
"You've worked hard."
Venerable Skyfire shook his head.
"It is merely my duty. It is not worth mentioning."
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He paused, then turned and pointed toward the Blood Fire Hall below, pride coloring his voice.
"Hall Master, please look. This is the main hall of the Blood Fire Hall. From site selection to construction, it took one year and three months to complete. It has finally been finished. I wonder whether Hall Master is satisfied?"
Liu Bai looked down at the magnificent structure once more, the corners of his lips lifting slightly.
"I am satisfied. This Blood Fire Hall is indeed exceptionally grand. It truly deserves its standing as an existence now capable of rivaling the Soul Hall."
At his words, Venerable Skyfire smiled.
"You flatter us, Hall Master."
Liu Bai withdrew his gaze and looked at Qing Lin.
"Come to think of it, this surprise isn't just this hall, is it?"
Although the Blood Fire Hall was indeed imposing, it did not seem worthy of being called a "surprise" on its own.
Qing Lin shook her head, the mysterious smile in her eyes deepening.
"How could it be? Young Master, this is only an ordinary greeting gift. The real surprise is inside."
She took Liu Bai's hand and flew downward.
"Young Master, come with me."
Liu Bai let her lead him as the two descended into the Blood Fire Hall together.
The Three Great Dragon Kings and Venerable Skyfire exchanged