Heaven Dou Auction House

"What don't I understand?" Han Xing asked, puzzled.

"I said you don't understand the importance of a Martial Soul Fusion Skill," Qian Renxue replied, shaking her head.

"Is it that in your eyes, a Martial Soul Fusion Skill is just something that grants two people an extra powerful Soul Skill?"

"Pretty much," Han Xing did not refute her.

"Possessing a Martial Soul Fusion Skill makes two people become closer; is there anything else to it?"

"That's why you're still too young," Qian Renxue chuckled. "You'll understand when you grow up a bit more."

"To have someone who is completely certain that the other person stands on their side, someone who trusts you implicitly—that is something many people dream of."

Hearing this, Han Xing nodded thoughtfully.

"So, is this the reason you were able to accept my existence so quickly?" Han Xing asked.

"That can only be considered one of the reasons," Qian Renxue smiled.

"The other reason is your talent. You have Twin Martial Souls, innate full Soul Power, and two top-tier Martial Souls."

"Although it sounds a bit realistic, you and I didn't know each other before. I couldn't exactly say I fell in love with you the moment we met, could I?"

As she spoke, Qian Renxue couldn't help but lean toward Han Xing's ear to whisper.

"Though I did want to say that, just to see your reaction."

After finishing, she didn't wait for Han Xing to answer, giggling as she pulled away from him.

Han Xing looked up and saw Qian Renxue standing not far away, watching him with a beaming smile.

Clearly, this feeling of teasing her young future "husband" was something Qian Renxue quite enjoyed.

"You certainly accepted this quite quickly," Han Xing chuckled.

"Otherwise?" Qian Renxue countered.

"Do you think I could find anyone more suitable than you?"

"That is true," Han Xing said confidently.

"There isn't anyone now, and there won't be in the future."

"Then that settles it." Qian Renxue walked to Han Xing's side, hesitated for a moment, and took his hand.

"It's rare to be back in my original form. Come on, accompany me for a stroll today."

Han Xing followed behind Qian Renxue, watching her act like a willful little girl one moment and a thoughtful big sister the next.

He couldn't help but sigh inwardly; this woman, Qian Renxue, was far too clever when she kept her wits about her.

They had only just met, yet she was already playing along so naturally.

Moreover, whenever he encountered something he liked or disliked, she always sensed it immediately and reacted accordingly.

One could only say that she was truly worthy of being the perfect Crown Prince in everyone's eyes.

Even though she had dropped her disguise, the habits she had formed living as Xue Qinghe over these years had all been retained.

"What's wrong? Is something bothering you?"

Noticing Han Xing's expression, Qian Renxue asked proactively.

"It's nothing, just looking at you reminded me of a few things," Han Xing shook his head and smiled, casting aside his inner burdens.

"Speaking of which, before I came to Heaven Dou City, Senior Qian Daoliu asked me to bring you a message."

"Grandfather asked you to bring a message? What is it?" Qian Renxue asked, puzzled.

"The Senior said: 'If you miss home, then return to Spirit City; some things are not that important,'" Han Xing said softly.

Hearing this, Qian Renxue fell silent.

After a long while, she finally looked up again.

"Although I do miss home, this matter has already consumed so much of my time."

Qian Renxue shook her head. "If I give up halfway now, wouldn't that mean all my efforts over these years would be in vain?"

"However, when you return and see Grandfather, please give him my regards."

"Mn, I will definitely pass that on for you," Han Xing nodded.

"Let's not talk about this. The auction house is just ahead; I'll take you to see it," Qian Renxue said, returning to her previous demeanor.

"Also, this is my token. It's not convenient for me to reveal my current identity in this place, but after you return, Senior Guang Ling will tell you."

"In the future, if you miss me, you can bring my token to find me."

Qian Renxue handed the token representing the Crown Prince's status to Han Xing.

"To see the token is to see me. This represents my highest level of authority."

"In the entire Heaven Dou Empire, besides you, only two other people have one."

Qian Renxue did not say who the other two people were, but Han Xing could roughly guess.

They must be the two Title Douluo by Qian Renxue's side, Snake Spear and Pufferfish.

Otherwise, Han Xing did not think there was anyone who could make Qian Renxue trust them so deeply.

While conversing, the two arrived at the Heaven Dou Auction House.

Entering the auction house required proof of funds, but that was clearly not a problem for Han Xing and Qian Renxue.

Regardless of which one of them it was, they were not short on Gold Soul Coins.

With Qian Renxue's two identities—one as the Young Master of Spirit Hall and the other as the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire—how could she possibly lack money?

Although Han Xing did not have as many identities, he was, at the very least, a disciple of Bibi Dong.

Even if he hadn't been given any special privileges, he certainly wasn't lacking in Gold Soul Coins.

They entered the auction house smoothly, and under the guidance of a maid, Han Xing and Qian Renxue arrived at a small private box to take their seats.

"You may leave."

Qian Renxue waved her hand at the maid, then began to explain things to Han Xing.

"The Heaven Dou Auction House has quite a few connections to the royal family, and it holds auctions twenty-four hours a day without interruption."

"Because of this, there are often some particularly precious items up for auction, and rare treasures like Soul Bones even appear from time to time."

"Soul Bones, huh..." Han Xing murmured.

"Do you want a Soul Bone?" Qian Renxue raised her eyes to look at him.

"If we were at home, I might be able to find a way to look for one for you."

"But at an auction house, it all comes down to luck."

"Although Soul Bones are very precious," Qian Renxue became somewhat serious, "I must remind you: do not be so impatient as to absorb a Soul Bone the moment you see one."

"With your talent, absorbing a Soul Bone under ten thousand years old would be a complete waste of your potential."

"Rest assured, I'm not that ignorant," Han Xing said, speechless.

"I was just curious about the existence of Soul Bones; after all, I don't have one yet."

"You don't need to worry about the matter of Soul Bones," Qian Renxue said.

"After all, you are her disciple. Once you graduate, no matter what, she will help you acquire a Soul Bone."

"If you perform well, based on my understanding of her, she might even help you acquire more."

The "she" Qian Renxue referred to was clearly Bibi Dong.

Their awkward mother-daughter relationship made it so that even now, Qian Renxue could not bring herself to say the word "mother."

Just as they were talking, an item on the stage below was sold, and a new one was brought up.

"Now up for auction is a very rare ten-thousand-year Whale Glue, which has great benefits for men."

"The starting price is ten thousand Gold Soul Coins, and each increment must be no less than one thousand Gold Soul Coins."

As the auctioneer's voice rang out, Han Xing's gaze was drawn to it.

Whale Glue? He remembered that this stuff had the effect of strengthening one's physique, right?

According to Electrolux, the method of use involved tempering it with flames.

"What are you looking at? You aren't thinking of buying that, are you?"

Qian Renxue noticed Han Xing's gaze and couldn't help but widen her eyes, her cheeks flushing with a rosy hue.

"Let me state this first: I am not doing that kind of thing with you right now."