Finding It Isn't Important; What Matters Is Letting Bo Saixi Know We're Looking

Night deepened, and moonlight flowed like water over the courtyard.

Qian Renxue and Porcupinefish Douluo disappeared beyond the courtyard gate. Their footsteps gradually faded, eventually vanishing completely into the night.

The courtyard returned to silence, broken only by the rustling of leaves in the wind and the occasional chirp of insects in the distance.

Li Changqing yawned, walked over to a stone bench, and sat down. Looking up at Bo Saixi, he asked, "Sister Xixi, do you think Qian Renxue can help us find the Heart of the Sea God?"

Of course, he knew where the Heart of the Sea God was and what form it had taken now.

As a transmigrator, he understood the course of events on the Douluo Continent perfectly.

But he did not reveal it outright. On one hand, he needed a suitable opportunity to explain why he knew these things.

On the other hand, he wanted to see what Bo Saixi was really thinking.

What exactly was her plan?

Bo Saixi smiled faintly, her smile carrying a trace of calm composure.

She poured herself another cup of tea, raised it to her lips for a light sip, then said leisurely, "Whether she can find it isn't actually important. I never expected her to help me find it. Of course, it would be best if she did find it. It would save me from running around everywhere myself."

Li Changqing raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised.

He pressed on, "Then what are you thinking? Since you weren't counting on her finding it, why did you accept her offer of cooperation?"

Bo Saixi set down her teacup and looked at the two tokens on the table.

Qian Renxue had left them behind before departing. One was a golden token representing the Heaven Dou Crown Prince, engraved with the Tiandou Empire's royal insignia.

The other was a golden token representing the Martial Soul Hall Young Master, engraved with Spirit Hall's emblem.

Under the moonlight, the two tokens gleamed faintly, symbolizing two entirely different factions.

"Nothing special."

Bo Saixi did not conceal anything and merely said calmly, "I simply want to make use of her status and position. This is Heaven Dou City, after all—someone else's territory. I can't exactly start killing whenever something happens, or reveal my identity, can I? That would be far too troublesome."

She paused before continuing, "As it happens, that girl Qian Renxue needs something from us as well. She wants to win me over, win over Sea God Island, and even win over the people behind you. Since that is the case, why not take this opportunity? She needs us to back her up, and we need the convenience she can provide in Heaven Dou City. Each side gets what it needs, and everyone is happy."

Li Changqing nodded thoughtfully.

Bo Saixi continued, her tone becoming more serious. "In any case, we are from Sea God Island. The affairs and grudges of the continent have nothing to do with us. Given our identities, neither of us is suited to get involved. I am the High Priest of Sea God Island, the Sea God's representative. Once this matter is over, I will either return to Sea God Island and continue waiting for the Sea God's heir to appear, or ascend to the God Realm with your help. There will be no third outcome. As for you, it is even simpler. With my help and the Goddess of Life paving the way, your future can only be described as bright. You are the kind of person who will automatically ascend to the God Realm once the time comes."

She looked at Li Changqing, her gaze gentle. "So, for the two of us, the grudges and conflicts on the continent truly have nothing to do with us. Since they have nothing to do with us, why get involved? From the very beginning, I never intended to expose Qian Renxue's identity. Doing so would not only offend Qian Daoliu; if it led to something happening to Qian Renxue, then it would no longer be a simple matter of offense. It would mean Sea God Island and Spirit Hall going to war completely, perhaps even drawing in the gods behind them. That is absolutely not something Lord Sea God and I wish to see."

After hearing this, Li Changqing fell silent for a moment before slowly nodding.

He understood what Bo Saixi meant.

Do not take sides, do not get involved, and remain neutral.

Make use of the convenience Qian Renxue provided, accomplish their goals, then withdraw unscathed.

That was the wisest course of action.

Meanwhile, at the East Palace.

After returning to the East Palace, Qian Renxue changed out of her long dress and into a loose nightgown.

She sat before her dressing table and removed the ornaments from her hair. Her golden hair cascaded down like a waterfall.

She looked at herself in the mirror, her eyes glinting with thought.

Porcupinefish Douluo stood behind her. After hesitating for a moment, he finally could not help asking, "Young Master, are we really going to help Bo Saixi find the Heart of the Sea God? And if we really find it, shouldn't we bring it back to Spirit Hall first and hand it over to the High Priest?"

Qian Renxue did not turn around. She merely looked at herself in the mirror, a faint smile on her lips.

She picked up a comb and slowly combed through her long hair as she said, "Whether we find it isn't important. What matters is letting Bo Saixi know that we are looking for it. As for after we find it... of course we will send it back as agreed."

Porcupinefish Douluo frowned and said quietly, "Is that really wise? Young Master, the Heart of the Sea God is something that made Bo Saixi come out personally to search for it. It must be extraordinarily important. It is a divine artifact left behind by the Sea God, perhaps containing the secret to becoming a god. If we simply hand it over..."

Qian Renxue gave a soft laugh and interrupted him. "Of course I know it is extraordinarily important. But have you considered this? If we find the Heart of the Sea God but refuse to give it to Bo Saixi, what will she do? She will definitely come to demand it in person. Tell me, will my grandfather hand it over?"

Porcupinefish Douluo fell silent.

Qian Renxue continued, "If we refuse, it would be the same as offending Bo Saixi and Sea God Island. My grandfather can still deal with Bo Saixi alone. But what if Tang Chen returns one day? After learning of the Clear Sky Sect and Tang Hao, do you think he would cooperate with Sea God Island? When that time comes, can our Spirit Hall withstand two Peerless Douluo? And even if we can, do you know what price we would have to pay?"

Porcupinefish Douluo drew a sharp breath, fine beads of cold sweat forming on his forehead.

He hurriedly bowed. "I understand. I failed to consider things thoroughly."

Qian Renxue put down her comb, rose to her feet, walked to the window, and pushed it open.

The night wind blew inside, lifting her long hair and the hem of her gown.

She gazed toward Heaven Dou Royal Academy in the distance, a profound gleam flashing through her eyes.

"Go handle it. Make sure it is done properly," she said calmly.

"Yes." Porcupinefish Douluo bowed, then turned and left the room.

Only Qian Renxue remained in the room.

She stood by the window, looking over the city bathed in moonlight, a meaningful smile appearing on her lips.

"Bo Saixi... Li Changqing... Heart of the Sea God..."

She murmured softly, her voice drifting away on the night wind. "Heaven Dou City is becoming more and more lively!"