The Core Area's Xiao Wu, Huo Wu's Best Friend Meng Yiran, Tang Hao Arrives, Dragon Duke Accepts the Star Official Challenge

News had spread that Hu Liena had obtained a God-Level Evil Spirit.

Xue Ye's face was covered in shock, then lit up with delight.

Just then, someone presented him with a letter.

Xue Ye glanced at it, then excitedly addressed Xue Qinghe below.

He spoke solemnly to Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo:

"Qinghe, Sect Master Ning, Sword Douluo."

"We still need you to continue investigating the Star Official Challenge."

"If you can befriend that... that Senior,"

"or find a way to obtain the Lucky Star Feather, I will reward you handsomely!"

Xue Qinghe replied:

"Your son will do everything in his power. Rest assured, Father!"

Ning Fengzhi leaned on his Gem Cane and smiled.

"Rest assured, Your Majesty. Uncle Sword and I will certainly assist the Crown Prince!"

Chen Xin also nodded to Xue Ye.

Xue Ye continued:

"I have already received word."

"Dragon Duke Meng Shu, one half of the famous Dragon Duke and Snake Granny duo in the Soul Master World,"

"has obtained the Lucky Star Feather."

"He is heading to the inner reaches of the Star Dou Great Forest to accept the Star Official Challenge."

"Qinghe, Sect Master Ning, Sword Douluo."

"Set out for the Star Dou Great Forest at once."

"This time, you must convey to that Senior"

"our sincere desire for friendly cooperation!"

Xue Qinghe, Ning Fengzhi, and Chen Xin exchanged glances.

"Understood, Father. Your son will set out at once!"

Xue Qinghe bowed deeply, then turned and left the hall.

Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin rose to their feet. "Understood, Your Majesty!"

Then the two followed Xue Qinghe.

When Xue Ye learned that Hu Liena had received a B+ rating,

he had discovered that among the ten fruits was a Longevity Fruit.

He had been unable to stop thinking about it ever since.

His years of campaigning on the battlefield had left him with a body full of old injuries.

Now, advanced in years and growing weaker by the day, he knew his time was running short.

As long as he could obtain the Longevity Fruit and extend his lifespan,

he would pay any price.

Spirit City, Worship Hall.

Grand Elder Qian Daoliu looked at his granddaughter, Qian Renxue.

She had sent back an urgent report,

and his expression grew grave as he exclaimed:

"I never expected that today's Star Official Challenge at Shrek Academy"

"would cause Ma Hongjun's Martial Soul to evolve into the ancient mythical beast, the Nine-Headed Fire Phoenix!"

"He even gained a ninety-thousand-year fifth Soul Ring!"

"His Soul Power surged by a full six levels!"

"Hu Liena not only obtained a thirty-thousand-year Soul Bone,"

"but also acquired a God-Level Evil Spirit more powerful than the Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul!"

"The Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul has always been the greatest pride of my Angel Clan!"

"To think it would be outshone just like that!"

"And all because Hu Liena received a high-rated reward from the Challenge Gold Stele!"

"This time, the Star Official Challenge has refreshed in the Star Dou Great Forest!"

Qian Daoliu's face could not have looked any worse.

As the Angel Clan's leader, he was utterly shaken.

After a long while, a burning intensity flared in his eyes. He spoke sternly:

"Qian Jun, Jiang Mo, Holy Dragon, where are you?"

A few seconds later, three figures appeared below him.

They called out respectfully, "We are here, Grand Elder. What orders do you have?"

Qian Daoliu let out a heavy sigh.

He seemed to have aged considerably as he continued:

"The three of you will head to the inner reaches of the Star Dou Great Forest at once!"

"Observe the entire Star Official Challenge carefully!"

"Then report back to me. Don't overlook a single detail!"

After a pause, he added:

"Remember, do not provoke that... silver-haired young man!"

"And make sure the people in the Pope Palace don't learn"

"that the Star Official Challenge has refreshed in the Star Dou Great Forest!"

Holy Dragon, Qian Jun, and Jiang Mo answered in unison, "Understood, Grand Elder!"

The three vanished from the spot.

Qian Daoliu rubbed his forehead, feeling uneasy.

He had known about the Star Official Challenge for some time.

Whether it was Feng Xiaotian obtaining the Second Spirit, the Soul Breaking Spear,

or Hu Liena obtaining the God-Given Hundred-Thousand-Year Spirit Ring,

he hadn't paid them much mind.

But what Hu Liena had gained today—

the God-Level Evil Spirit, Nine-Tailed Demon Fox, more powerful than the Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul—

Qian Daoliu could no longer remain calm.

Knowing Bibi Dong's vicious nature,

if the Pope Palace ever gained power that surpassed the Worship Hall,

the Angel Clan would be in danger...

By dawn, Hu Liena had finally returned to Spirit City.

She went to the Pope Palace to see her teacher, the Pope.

Bibi Dong listened as her disciple described everything she had gained from her trip to Shrek Academy.

She was sincerely happy for her.

"Congratulations, Nana, on obtaining a God-Level Martial Soul."

"Your future achievements will surely surpass mine!"

Hu Liena's cheeks flushed pink, and she replied shyly:

"Teacher, it's all thanks to Senior. Otherwise, I could never have obtained a God-Level Martial Soul."

As she spoke, a bashful look appeared in her eyes.

Bibi Dong watched her disciple, who looked as if she had fallen in love.

She smiled knowingly. She had been young once too.

"Nana, the pastries you made for Senior—"

"Did he eat them?"

Hu Liena nodded, delighted. "He did."

Bibi Dong's smile deepened.

"Good, good."

"Nana, Senior was willing to eat the pastries you made."

"From now on, make him something to eat every day and bring it to him."

"After all, if you want to win a man's heart,"

"you must first win his stomach."

"Nana, the future of Spirit Hall rests on you!"

Hu Liena's cheeks turned even redder. She lowered her head shyly.

"Teacher, don't say things like that!"

"But for Spirit Hall, and for you, Teacher,"

"I'll... I'll try my best to get along with Senior..."

Though Hu Liena said that, the smile on her face betrayed how she really felt.

"Nana, although you didn't obtain the Lucky Star Feather this time,"

"I've already received word."

"The Star Official Challenge has refreshed in the inner reaches of the Star Dou Great Forest."

"Rest for a bit, then go there with Yue Guan and the others."

"Oh, I also received news."

"Recently, there have been sightings of Tang Hao active in the Star Dou Great Forest."

"While you're there, investigate that as well."

The moment Hu Liena heard the name "Tang Hao,"

she immediately thought of her nemesis, Tang San.

For three years, she had dreamed of defeating him fairly and squarely.

"Don't worry, Teacher. Leave it to me!"

With that, Hu Liena turned and left the Pope Palace.

After preparing some pastries, she set off for the Star Dou Great Forest, escorted by Yue Guan, Gui Mei, and three other Titled Douluo elders.

Chapter 29: Xiao Wu in the Core Area, Huo Wu's Best Friend Meng Yiran, Tang Hao Arrives, Dragon Duke Accepts the Star Official Challenge

The Star Dou Great Forest, Core Area.