The Damn Disciple Recruitment System

"Ancestor, you have to believe me!"

Qian Daoliu still wanted to explain, but a wave of astonished cries suddenly rose from nearby, cutting him off.

"Innate Soul Power level nine?!"

"His luck is incredible—he's soaring to the heavens in a single step!"

"That little girl's martial soul is a Demon Fox, not some useless martial soul. Her future achievements definitely won't be low!"

Hearing this, Qian Cheng and the others instinctively looked over.

A little black-haired girl stood in the middle of the crowd, her eyes filled with confusion and nervousness.

The little girl was around six years old. She wore a rose-gold dress that looked especially dazzling beneath the sunlight.

"If I remember correctly, your name is Hu Liena, and you grew up in an orphanage?"

The Hall Master of the Spirit Sacred Hall walked up to Hu Liena and asked kindly.

"Mm."

Hu Liena nodded. Though her voice was soft, it was remarkably resolute.

"Congratulations. You have a good martial soul and great talent."

With a benevolent smile, the Hall Master continued, "I'll report this to the higher-ups. Under normal circumstances, a Titled Douluo elder will come and take you as a disciple."

"Thank you, Hall Master."

Although Hu Liena was young, she already understood the things she needed to understand.

Ever since they were little, the orphanage director had instilled one principle in them.

If they wanted to rise above others, if they wanted enough food and warm clothes, they had to become soul masters!

"Nana, my Innate Soul Power is only level eight, and even I'll have an elder take me as a disciple."

"Your talent is even better than mine. A Titled Douluo will definitely take you as a disciple!"

Yan, who was two years older than Hu Liena, had eyes full of envy and anticipation.

Hu Liena's brother, Xie Yue, stood beside her.

Although he said nothing, the joy on his face was undisguised, and there was a trace of pride in his eyes.

The awakening ceremony in the Spirit Sacred Hall continued, but the others were not nearly as fortunate.

Some had Innate Soul Power at level three, some at level four, and some even at level two.

If this were not Spirit City, and the children who came for awakening were not descendants of soul masters, there would probably have been plenty with no Innate Soul Power at all.

"Ancestor, I've already sent word to several old friends. They can't wait to meet you."

Seeing that the awakening ceremony was nearly over, Qian Daoliu hurriedly spoke.

"No rush. I think there's something that needs to be done first!"

Qian Cheng took the Pope's Token from Golden Crocodile Douluo and strode toward the Hall Master.

"You don't need to report her. I'll ask her a few questions. If her answers satisfy me, I can take her as a Registered Disciple."

Qian Cheng's voice was low and forceful as he stared directly at Hu Liena.

Name: Hu Liena

Age: 6

Appearance: 6–9

Martial Soul: Demon Fox

Innate Soul Power: Level 9

Meets Requirements: Yes

"Her current appearance score is six, and her highest possible score is nine. She barely meets the system's requirements."

Qian Cheng's system was the Disciple Recruitment System. Not only did it require female disciples, but it also required their highest appearance score to be above eight.

As a grown man, of course he had to take soft, fragrant female disciples.

"You—"

The Hall Master wanted to say something else, but Qian Cheng had already produced the Pope's Token.

"Greetings, Elder!"

At the sight of the Pope's Token, the Hall Master hurriedly bowed.

"No need for formalities!"

Qian Cheng waved his hand and turned his gaze back to Hu Liena.

"If you received a mission that required you to kill the person you loved, and that person was an enemy of Spirit Hall, what would you do?"

Qian Cheng's voice was cold and stern, even carrying a faint trace of killing intent.

Hu Liena froze at those words, confusion and fear flashing through her eyes.

"Look into my eyes and answer me!"

She raised her head and saw a pair of pitch-black pupils. A cold killing intent radiated from those eyes.

It was as if one wrong answer would get her killed instantly.

The thought seemed unbelievable to Hu Liena, but she quickly regained her composure.

"Answer me!"

The bone-chilling voice rang out once more.

Hu Liena raised her head and met Qian Cheng's gaze.

"If that day truly comes, I'll give everything I have to kill this so-called loved one!"

"Because Spirit Hall is everything to me. Without Spirit Hall, my brother and I would have starved to death long ago, or become slaves to nobles!"

Hu Liena gathered her courage and spoke with absolute determination.

"Remember those words. If I find out you've turned into an ungrateful wretch, I'll show you what cruelty truly means!"

A satisfied glint flashed through Qian Cheng's eyes. Calmly, he said, "From this moment on, you are my Registered Disciple."

"Only a Registered Disciple?"

A trace of disappointment appeared in Hu Liena's eyes.

"Once you cultivate to the Titled Douluo realm, you'll naturally become an official disciple."

Qian Cheng spoke indifferently.

"Master, I'll work hard!"

Hu Liena nodded, determination shining in her eyes.

Four people entered the Spirit Sacred Hall, and five came out.

"Ancestor, why did you take such a little girl as a Registered Disciple?"

Qian Daoliu asked with a puzzled expression.

"She's six this year, and the little girl is nine. They can keep each other company."

Qian Cheng was certainly not going to tell Qian Daoliu that he had a damn system on him.

That lousy system was called Recruit Disciples to Grow Stronger!

However, it required female disciples!

No boys allowed!

He had taken several female disciples before as well.

Those female disciples had been quite interesting. There were sisters among them, mothers and daughters, and even sisters-in-law.

In any case, they could sort out their own relationships. On Qian Cheng's side, they were simply ranked by order.

For example, first disciple, second disciple, and so on.

But after he entered his slumber, he had no idea what had become of those female disciples.

Under normal circumstances, they should all have died of old age.

"With Innate Soul Power level nine, nurturing her into a Titled Douluo won't be a problem. She really can keep Xue'er company."

Qian Daoliu looked at the two little girls chatting happily and unconsciously nodded.

"Also, let me tell you this: from now on, the little girl will be taught by me. Your methods won't do!"

Qian Cheng looked at Qian Daoliu with disdain.

Such a fine genius, and this was how he taught her?

He was practically ruining her!

"Of course!"

Qian Daoliu glanced at Qian Renxue, then stole another look at Qian Cheng. A peculiar smile appeared on his lips.

A problem that had troubled him for so long had been solved so easily.

The Qian Family's succession problem would no longer be a concern!

This was simply... wonderful!

In short, they were family anyway!

"Oh, right. There's something I nearly forgot."

Qian Cheng suddenly turned around and looked at Qian Daoliu meaningfully. "Who is the current Pope? Is he a descendant of one of the other Worship Hall elders?"

"Well, let's go to the Worship Hall first. We can discuss that later."

The moment he heard this, Qian Daoliu panicked and began acting evasively.

If the ancestor found out that he had violated the ancestral teachings and let an outsider become Pope—

He would probably be skinned alive!

At the thought, Qian Daoliu sucked in a sharp breath.

"Grandson, judging by that expression, did you make another mistake?"

Qian Cheng casually pulled out a golden brick and looked calmly at Qian Daoliu. "So, will you let me convince you with reason, or convince you with virtue?"