The Heaven Dou Empire...Immortal Herbs! The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud!

Qian Daoliu with his back to the temple gate, his hands behind his back, gazing towards the faintly visible, sacred Light-Gathering Furnace deep within the Worship Hall.

Although his expression was not visible, his tall, straight back exuded a rare and indescribable tranquility, as if he were gazing at something about to depart.

A faint, almost tangible air of authority mingled with a hint of reluctance that Lin Xia had never felt before...

Bibi Dong's gaze fell on Lin Xia.

Those deep purple eyes were still beautiful, but they had lost some of their usual majesty and aloofness, replaced by an undisguised worry and concern.

When Lin Xia's gaze met hers, she even slightly turned her head away, seemingly not wanting him to see the emotions in her eyes that were too overtly revealed. However, her tightly pursed lips and slightly stiff posture betrayed the unease in her heart.

Qian Renxue's gaze was the most complex.

When she saw Lin Xia enter, her amethyst-like eyes brightened, filled with anticipation and a gentle smile. But beneath that smile lay a deep sense of parting and a faint apology.

Her gaze shifted between Lin Xia and the two elders, as if silently conveying something.

The air inside the hall seemed to freeze.

There were no words, only an invisible, heavy atmosphere that permeated the air, completely different from the tranquility before practice or the seriousness during examinations.

This unusual silence and the emotions revealed in the eyes of the three people were like a fine needle, instantly piercing Lin Xia's heightened excitement due to his breakthrough in cultivation.

"Teacher? Master? Sister?"

Lin Xia stopped in her tracks, her clear eyes filled with doubt and a hint of barely Frisk tension.

This situation is really giving me a headache!

Lin Xia strode forward, his gaze sweeping across the three faces before finally settling on Qian Renxue —her attire and eyes made his vague premonition clear.

Lin Xia tilted her head back, her voice clear and bright like a child's, yet sounding exceptionally earnest due to the surrounding atmosphere.

"What's wrong with you guys? What happened? Why... the atmosphere is a bit strange?"

Lin Xia keenly sensed the aura of "parting," and her heart sank slightly.

Qian Renxue took a deep breath, stepped forward, looked at Lin Xia, and tried her best to maintain a gentle smile, but the apology and reluctance in her eyes were even stronger.

"Younger brother."

Qian Renxue's voice was very soft, carrying a hint of barely Frisk probing and expectation.

Would you... be willing to go to the Heaven Dou Empire with your sister for a while?

Lin Xia was slightly taken aback.

Qian Renxue continued to explain:

"Your Soul Power is already at the peak of level 29, right? You're just one step away from level 30."

"Once we get there, once you've broken through, I'll personally help you hunt for the most suitable third Soul Ring! After you've obtained the Soul Ring, I'll send you back; I won't take you too long."

Lin Xia suddenly realized!

I see!

No wonder the teacher's mountain-like back exuded tranquility; no wonder the master's eyes were filled with unyielding worry and reluctance; no wonder the sister's gaze was so complex!

It turns out that Qian Renxue was returning to the Heaven Dou Empire to continue her infiltration plan.

Upon closer reflection, this is perfectly normal.

Heaven Dou is Qian Renxue's main battlefield, to which she has devoted countless efforts. With her pride and persistence, she will never give up easily.

As for the master and sister, the mother and daughter had finally reunited after many twists and turns. They had just found a trace of warmth and comfort of family under the moonlight last night, but now they had to face separation again... No wonder they had such expressions.

"But..."

Lin Xia frowned, looking at Qian Renxue with pure confusion.

"Sister, you're leaving, but why... did you take me with you?"

Lin Xia couldn't understand what she could do in the Heaven Dou Empire. Wouldn't she just become a burden to her sister on her mission?

Qian Renxue paused for a moment, seemingly organizing her thoughts.

Qian Renxue crouched down, bringing her line of sight to Lin Xia's, and looked at Lin Xia intently with her amethyst-like eyes.

"Because your sister wants to take you out to see the world."

Qian Renxue's tone carried a mixture of longing and a hint of coaxing.

"The Spirit Hall may be large, but the world is even larger. The scenery of the Heaven Dou Imperial City, the atmosphere of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, and even... the interesting things that might be hidden in the Imperial Treasury are all different landscapes."

"You are exceptionally talented, but I believe that true growth isn't confined to the training room; it also requires experiencing different cultures and customs to broaden one's horizons."

Qian Renxue paused, then gently tapped Lin Xia's forehead with her finger, her eyes filled with slyness and concern.

"Besides, aren't you about to break through to level 30? Finding your third Soul Ring, especially Soul Ring that perfectly matches your unique Martial Soul, is no easy task."

"The Heaven Dou Empire is vast, with a wide variety of Soul Beast. If we search together, our chances of success might be greater. I also want to be by your side during this crucial moment of your breakthrough."

Heaven Dou Empire... Immortal Herb!

Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud!

Qian Renxue's words were like a key, instantly unlocking the long-sealed memories of the original work in Lin Xia's mind.

Those legendary treasures, those incredible opportunities—aren't they right here within the Heaven Dou Empire?

The Immortal Herb of the Yin-Yang Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, the key to Sea God Island, the Vast Ocean Universe Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud... If he could make arrangements in advance, he would have the advantage of being close to the source... This thought burned in his heart like wildfire.

At the same time, Qian Renxue's concerns about the third Soul Ring hit the nail on the head.

His Ivysaur is extraordinary; the choice of his third Soul Ring not only concerns the strength of his skills but may also influence the future evolutionary direction of his Martial Soul.

Although the Spirit Hall has a wide sphere of influence, it may not be able to find the most ideal candidate immediately.

The vast territory and diverse habitats of Soul Beast in the Heaven Dou Empire certainly offer more possibilities.

The pros and cons were weighed in my mind almost instantly. The huge potential benefits and actual needs outweighed the possible troubles and the slight sadness of parting.

A glint of excitement flashed in Lin Xia's eyes.

"Yes! Sister is right!"

Lin Xia nodded vigorously, a determined look on her face.

"I'm willing to go to the Heaven Dou Empire with my sister! To see the outside world and to find the most suitable third Soul Ring!"

Lin Xia then thought of the key issue, looked up at Qian Daoliu and Bibi Dong with a hint of dependence.

"Then... will the teacher and master agree?"

Seeing Lin Xia nod in agreement, Qian Renxue's face instantly lit up with a smile, as bright as the sunlight breaking through the morning mist.

Qian Renxue stood up, with a hint of relief and pleasure at "getting it done," and turned to the two elders behind her, her tone light and cheerful.

"Grandpa, Mom, look, my little brother has agreed! Is everything alright now?"

Bibi Dong's feelings were a mixture of emotions.

The daughter she had just reunited with was now taking away the disciple she cherished, the one who had warmed her cold world like sunshine... A tremendous sense of loss surged into her heart like a tide.