The Heaven Dou Imperial Family Treasury contains the wealth accumulated by the empire over thousands of years.
Its location is extremely secretive, hidden deep underground within the palace.
To enter the treasure vault, one must pass through several heavy iron stone gates, the entrances of which are guarded year-round by officials directly under the royal family.
The royal family's retainers weren't particularly strong, only around the Soul Saint realm, and there wasn't even a Soul Douluo among them.
Its main advantage lies in its tight security, with guards every five steps and people every ten steps, patrolling in shifts day and night.
Qian Renxue displayed the seal of Xue Ye, and then the attendants on both sides pushed open the stone door, revealing a vast stone chamber.
The four walls are made of Granite and covered with mysterious murals.
The dome is inlaid with hundreds of luminous pearls, emitting a soft glow that illuminates the stone chamber without the need for candlelight.
Mountains of gold and silver treasures were scattered everywhere, like cabbages by the roadside. The brilliance of pearls, agates, and jade gems made Xiao Wu almost unable to open her eyes.
"The outermost part of the treasury contains worldly wealth, sufficient to sustain the empire's operations, but of little use to Soul Masters!"
"Xiao Wu, feel free to take some if you like!"
Qian Renxue said nonchalantly, "No matter how precious gold and silver treasures are, they cannot increase Soul Master's level."
The Heaven Dou Empire has a long history, ruled by the Xue Clan for generations, and has existed for 2,600 years.
All the treasures accumulated by successive royal families are hidden in this underground vault.
Gold and silver treasures are indeed the least noticeable part of this treasure trove.
"Let's forget about it." Xiao Wu withdrew her reluctant gaze, scratched her cheek, and refused with an awkward smile.
The three then continued walking into the treasure vault.
The fluctuations in Soul Power became increasingly apparent, revealing only the tip of the iceberg of true rare and precious materials.
Rows of shelves made of white jade or black iron extend neatly.
The cold jade box contains various rare and exotic herbs, including Ganoderma lucidum, which has been used by people for thousands of years.
The transparent crystal box contains the bones and essence of Soul Beasts, with multicolored Soul Power shimmering freely within.
Xu Yuan looked around the Heaven Dou Empire's treasury with great interest.
Many extinct Soul Beasts can be found here as specimens or skeletons.
There are also ancient Soul Tools scattered around, some of which have damaged Soul Tool, but their value remains undiminished.
"Xu Yuan, is this the kind of ancient Soul Tool you're talking about?"
Qian Renxue pointed to the ancient Soul Tool inside the crystal shield and asked.
Xu Yuan strode forward, with Xiao Wu close behind.
Clear water flowed within the crystal shield, and a miniature boat, entirely golden in color and imbued with a powerful dragon aura, floated quietly on the surface.
"This is the Submerged Dragon Boat; the dragon's might it exudes is truly astounding!"
"Even the sub-dragon-type Soul Beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest are no match for them."
Xiao Wu saw the Submerged Dragon Boat, which resembled a young Golden Dragon, through the crystal shield.
"Of course it can't compare."
Although Qian Renxue was surprised that Xiao Wu had been to the Star Dou Great Forest and was familiar with sub-dragon Soul Beasts, she still smiled wryly.
Even in the Star Dou Great Forest, known as the cradle of Soul Beasts, Soul Beasts with pure dragon bloodlines are extremely rare.
"And the purity of the bloodlines of the Golden Dragon and Silver Dragon is among the best of all dragon Soul Beasts!"
"Unfortunately, these two types of dragon-type Soul Beasts are extremely rare!"
"It is said to have gone extinct a very, very long time ago."
Therefore, this Submerged Dragon Boat is considered a unique piece!
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan asked in confusion, "Since the Submerged Dragon Boat is so valuable, can we still take it as a gift?"
"If you really like it, I can discuss it with Father tonight."
Qian Renxue did not give a definite answer, but she was confident that she could get Xue Ye to agree.
After all, no matter how precious Submerged Dragon Boat is, it ultimately has no use!
The Heaven Dou Empire possesses half of the Douluo Continent, a vast and resource-rich land. Who would bother to sail out to sea in Submerged Dragon Boat?
Let's take another look!
Xu Yuan turned his head to look at the other parts of the treasure vault.
Although the Heaven Dou Treasury contains countless rare treasures, the truly valuable items are actually not that many.
Most of them are like chicken bones – tasteless to eat, but a pity to throw away.
"All right."
"Go further ahead, and I'll take you to see the Empire's true treasure, a top-tier ancient Soul Tool!"
Continuing deeper into the treasure vault, on the highest platform at the very back, a magnificent brocade tray is covered with a layer of red cloth.
The moment the red cloth was lifted, a powerful burst of light shot out, completely overshadowing the brilliance of the luminous pearl with its hazy blue glow.
"This item is called the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, a national treasure of the Heaven Dou Empire!"
Its historical origins are untraceable, but from the day it appeared, it has been regarded as a supreme treasure of the Heaven Dou Empire!
"Simply infuse it with Soul Power, and it will reveal many wonderful uses."
Even for Soul Masters, the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud is a rare and top-tier treasure!
The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud is entirely a crystal-clear blue, with a three-dimensional triangular shape, resembling a sapphire being carved.
Although it was only the size of a palm, the strange energy fluctuations it emitted were impossible to ignore.
The surface of the triangular prism was also rippling with water-like patterns, with circles of blue light flashing and the ripples flowing freely.
"However, precisely because the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud is extremely valuable and is an imperial treasure, therefore..."
Qian Renxue wore an inscrutable expression. "I can discuss this with Father Emperor on your behalf, but whether it succeeds depends on Father Emperor's decision!"
At this point, Qian Renxue continued, "If I were the emperor of the empire, I could directly bestow the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud upon you."
"Unfortunately, my identity is that of Crown Prince, the heir apparent to the throne. Now, my Fourth Younger Brother is eyeing the throne, and a prince is interfering in court affairs."
"Brother Xue, please don't say that!"
Xu Yuan stopped Qian Renxue from continuing, and instead said, "We are very grateful for your kind intentions."
"However, from the day I awakened my Martial Soul, I believed that I should obtain what I want through my own efforts and hard work."
"Since the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud is so precious, how can we let Brother Xue be caught in the middle!"
"Brother Xue, please don't tell Xue Ye. If this affects the Crown Prince's position, we would be committing a grave sin!"
Xu Yuan's righteous and stern demeanor made Qian Renxue particularly gratified.
"Yuan... Xu Yuan, once I inherit the throne, you may choose any rare and precious treasures in the world; I will never object!"
Moved, Qian Renxue grabbed Xu Yuan's arm and solemnly made a promise.
"Brother Xue!"
"Second Brother Xu!"
Looking at the harmonious atmosphere of brotherly affection between Xu Yuan and Xue Qinghe, Xiao Wu didn't know what to say.
"To get what you want through hard work and your own hands?"
"Could Xu Yuan possess such a high level of life awareness?"
Xiao Wu expressed deep skepticism about this.
After Xu Yuan and Xue Qinghe parted ways, the three continued to stroll around and bought many things in Heaven Dou City.
The three parted ways as night fell.
"Young Master?" The Porcupinefish Douluo appeared quietly beside him.
"My second brother is a wonderful person. Although he's young, he's very caring."
"It's a pity his Martial Soul is Auxiliary System. If he were Power Attack System Soul Master, he would be perfect!"
Qian Renxue said with a hint of regret.
The Porcupinefish Douluo dared not speak; judging by his age, it was about time for the young master to be experiencing the stirrings of first love.
Only...
The Porcupinefish Douluo glanced at Xu Yuan, who was only seven years old, and struggled internally, unsure whether he should report this matter to the Great Enshrined.
"Don't wander around tonight," Qian Renxue suddenly instructed.
"Young Master, what do you mean?" the Pufferfish asked, puzzled.
"My teacher was no ordinary person."
Qian Renxue didn't think Ning Fengzhi would sit idly by and let the news about the Wish-Granting Tree spread.
"I see!" The Porcupinefish Douluo immediately understood.
"Let's go back to the Crown Prince's Residence!"
"Young Master, when you were shopping earlier, didn't you say you were going to the palace to discuss the gift with Xue Ye?"
Seeing that Qian Renxue seemed to have forgotten about it, the Porcupinefish Douluo reminded her.
"Ha ha..."
"Uncle Ci, you don't understand. This is the way to manage subordinates."
"I want my second brother and third sister to understand that only I, their eldest brother, am truly on their side."
"Tomorrow I'll first say that His Majesty rejected their request, and then I'll take it upon myself to send them the Submerged Dragon Boat!"
"At that time, they will develop a grudge against Xue Ye and instead wholeheartedly assist their elder brother, me!"
Qian Renxue unleashed her astonishing wisdom, leaving the Porcupinefish Douluo in awe.
"Wise, so incredibly wise, Young Master! You are simply the wisest Soul Master in the Douluo Continent!"
"What Xue Ye, what Seven Treasures Sect Master, before you, they are nothing but clowns!"
"Porcupinefish Douluo praised her at the opportune moment."
Qian Renxue smiled without saying a word, humming a little tune as she left the spot.
On the other side, Xiao Wu licked the candied haws and asked doubtfully, "Xu Yuan, how are you going to get the Vast Sea Universe Cover through hard work and both hands?"
Xu Yuan didn't speak, but instead pulled down his black hat, revealing his eyes and mouth.
Xiao Wu: "..."