Obtaining the Spirit Awakening Stone

Lu Chuan turned his head to glance at Zhu Zhuqing and nodded. Free Gold Soul Coins were not something to refuse.

Zhu Zhuqing stepped forward, handed over the Spirit Master Writ she carried with her, and simultaneously channeled her Soul Power into the adjacent Soul Power Detection Crystal.

The Black-Clothed Bishop glanced at the blue glow emitted by the Soul Power Detection Crystal, a bit of approval growing in his eyes.

"So you are a level 26 Soul Grandmaster. To have this level of cultivation at such a young age shows very good talent. Here are ten Gold Soul Coins, keep them safe.

Right, I wonder if you have any thoughts of joining Spirit Hall? I guarantee that your cultivation resources will certainly not be lacking, and you can even go to the Spirit Hall Holy City to cultivate."

Zhu Zhuqing shook her head. The Black-Clothed Bishop sighed regretfully, but he did not verbally compel her, immediately turning his head to look at Lu Chuan.

"Little friend, it is your turn."

"I came here this time specifically to awaken my Martial Soul, and I also want to buy a set of Spirit Awakening Stones."

"???"

As soon as these words were spoken, the Black-Clothed Bishop froze instantly, his face filled with bewilderment.

He looked Lu Chuan up and down carefully. The other person looked to be seventeen or eighteen years old, long past the optimal age of six for Martial Soul Awakening.

On the Douluo Continent, everyone awakened their Martial Souls at age 6.

Coming to awaken a Martial Soul at his age, even if he were lucky enough to awaken a top-tier Martial Soul, his future cultivation ceiling would be extremely low, and his achievements could be seen through at a glance.

Although his heart was filled with doubts and incomprehension, as the Bishop of the Suotuo City Spirit Hall, his professional ethics remained, and without asking further reasons, he nodded and said:

"Very well, stand still and do not move around."

The Black-Clothed Bishop walked toward the room behind him, returning shortly with 6 Spirit Awakening Stones.

With a wave of his hand, the Spirit Awakening Stones formed a circle that enveloped Lu Chuan, and a soft white halo slowly began to circulate.

Lu Chuan felt warm all over at that moment, and the Soul Power within his body surged and cheered uncontrollably, rushing toward his right hand.

"Hum—"

Golden light flashed, and an imperial seal carved from jade floated quietly, emitting a terrifying aura.

Lu Chuan's pupils contracted. Looking at it straight on, it was snowy white; viewed from the side, it was emerald green. It measured four inches square, with five dragons intertwined on top, and engraved below: Received from the Mandate of Heaven, may you forever prosper and endure.

In the upper right corner, there was also a missing corner patched with gold.

The Imperial Heirloom Seal!!

When he finally recovered his senses, he saw that Zhu Zhuqing had already knelt to the side with a bewildered face.

The Black-Clothed Bishop at the side was sweating profusely, his legs trembling uncontrollably, using all his strength to barely support his body, but still kneeling down inch by inch.

Some of the surrounding attendants and people who had come to collect their Spirit Master Subsidies also knelt down together in a uniform group.

Lu Chuan experienced the abilities of the Imperial Heirloom Seal for a moment, and instantly understood what was happening.

The Imperial Heirloom Seal was an object formed from the gathering of the Human Race Fortune, suppressing the Dragon Vein of a nation, and possessed an innate suppression over creatures with human bloodlines.

Lu Chuan withdrew the Imperial Heirloom Seal, and the aura permeating the Spirit Hall finally vanished.

The Black-Clothed Bishop raised a hand to wipe the cold sweat continually welling up on his forehead, looking at Lu Chuan with lingering fear as he spoke with emotion.

"Little friend, the majesty of your Martial Soul is simply too terrifying, it is only a pity that your awakening age is too late.

If you had awakened normally at age six, with the potential of this Martial Soul, you would have had a complete opportunity to assault a Titled Douluo in the future. Now, let us test your Soul Power."

Lu Chuan nodded, channeling his Soul Power into the adjacent Soul Power Test Crystal.

"Hum—" The crystal emitted a dazzling radiance.

Soul Power Level: Level 22.

Lu Chuan felt somewhat disappointed. Was his Innate Soul Power only level 10? It seemed to be a restriction of the rules of the Douluo Continent, where a Soul Master's innate level could only reach a maximum of level 10.

Except for Qian Renxue, who received an extra bestowal of level 10 Soul Power from a god, was able to break through the restriction of innate level 10.

Zhu Zhuqing sensed Lu Chuan's Soul Power level and was only slightly surprised, but she did not say anything. After all, she had personally experienced the effects of the Foundation Establishment Spiritual Liquid, let alone the fact that Brother Lu had directly absorbed an entire bottle completely.

Yet the Black-Clothed Bishop did not know such secrets, and merely assumed that this young man's Innate Full Soul Power was level 22.

He took half a step forward, his tone urgent and enthusiastic, throwing out recruitment terms once again:

"Little friend's talent is simply too heaven-defying. Even though you are a bit older, you can completely make up for it with hard work. Join our Spirit Hall! High-grade herbs and Spirit Bones are all available, and I can personally report this to superiors to send you to the Spirit Hall Holy City for advanced studies!"

"No, We still prefer a free and unfettered life."

The corners of Lu Chuan's mouth lifted uncontrollably. With destiny gathered upon him and the imperial seal accompanying his Dao, We are the Sovereign to whom destiny returns; how could We bow down as a vassal to others and be bound by the rigid rules of Spirit Hall!

The Black-Clothed Bishop's mouth twitched, feeling only that the young man in front of him was somewhat rebellious, actually daring to address himself as "We".

"Sigh, very well then. Since little friend has no intention of joining, then so be it. I will make my own decision and gift you this set of Spirit Awakening Stones, treating it as forming a favorable connection."

"Many thanks, We will remember you."

Lu Chuan did not decline either, taking the box containing the Spirit Awakening Stones, storing them inside the System Space, and turning to lead Zhu Zhuqing out of the Spirit Hall.

The two of them walked along the bustling streets of Suotuo City.

Lu Chuan turned his head to say to Zhu Zhuqing beside him, "Zhu Qing, let's find a hotel to settle down in first. Once I go to the Battle Through the Heavens World and settle the transaction, I'll come back and teach you the Cultivation Method."

"I'll listen to you in everything, Brother Lu."

Zhu Zhuqing quietly followed beside Lu Chuan, her dark eyes full of tenderness and gentleness. The way she looked at him was practically dripping with affection.

The two strolled along the street, looking for a place to stay. Before long, an elegant three-story building came into view.

Lu Chuan looked up. The gilded signboard clearly read "Rose Hotel."

But before they could even step toward it, the sound of a fierce fight suddenly erupted from inside the hotel!

Tables and chairs shattered, and the thunderous clashes of Soul Power rang out one after another. The commotion carried clearly through the doors, making passersby all along the street turn to look.

Lu Chuan raised an eyebrow, muttering to himself.

No way. What are the odds? Did we just happen to run into Little Scumbag and Green Tiger fighting?

Zhu Zhuqing seemed to sense something. Frowning, she took Lu Chuan by the hand and turned to leave.

"Brother Lu, let's go somewhere else."

"Sure."

But they had barely taken a few steps when an urgent shout rang out behind them.

"Wait!"

As the words fell, Dai Mubai hurried after them from the Rose Hotel entrance, his gaze fixed on the two figures ahead—or, more precisely, on the woman whose presence made his Martial Soul stir.

His eyes settled on Zhu Zhuqing, and his voice carried a note of urgency.

"Miss, what's your name?"

Lu Chuan stepped in front of Zhu Zhuqing, shielding her from view.

"You damn idiot, you're hitting on my girlfriend right in front of me? You've got some nerve."

"Who do you think you are? Get lost!"

Dai Mubai had been insulted in public, and his expression darkened at once.

He reached out, trying to go around Lu Chuan and grab Zhu Zhuqing by the arm.

But before his fingers could touch Zhu Zhuqing, a broad, powerful hand clamped tightly around his wrist!

Dai Mubai's expression changed. He gritted his teeth.

"Let go of me!"

Lu Chuan looked at him coldly. Before Dai Mubai could struggle, he kicked him hard in the groin!

"Crack—"

"AAAAAAH!!!"

Pain engulfed Dai Mubai in an instant. His pupils shrank, his face went deathly pale, and his piercing scream tore through the street!

He doubled over and curled up, his legs too weak to hold him upright. His whole body shook violently, cold sweat breaking out across his forehead as he clutched himself tightly.