Even the gilded radiance within the Pope's Hall seemed to grow hotter with the appearance of the Soul-Gathering Array Disk.
Unable to contain his eagerness, Qian Xunji stepped forward to volunteer, his papal robes trailing a solemn arc across the floor.
"Father, this Soul-Gathering Array Disk concerns the future foundations of our Spirit Hall. I am willing to go to Gengxin City myself. I will uncover the reason for our falling-out with the Blacksmiths' Guild and bring Soul Tool craftsmanship under our control!"
His eyes gleamed with determination. Clearly, he had already recognized the enormous value of Soul Tools.
Qian Daoliu slowly shook his head, his golden eyes holding an unquestionable steadiness.
"You cannot go. I intend to enter seclusion for a while. As Pope, you still have many affairs to oversee in Spirit City. You must not leave lightly."
Qian Xunji froze for a moment, then answered, "Yes."
Qian Daoliu changed the subject, turning his gaze beyond the hall.
"There is another matter you must handle personally. The Dark Demon Evil God Tiger's evil energy within Xiao Wu's mother has been suppressed, but not eradicated. While I am in seclusion, you will be responsible for continuing to suppress it. With your cultivation at its peak, aided by the lingering medicinal power of the Holy Light White Lotus Pill, you should be able to purge it completely within half a month."
"Suppress the evil energy?"
Qian Xunji was somewhat surprised, but quickly agreed. Though he cared more about the affairs of Gengxin City, he also understood that bringing a hundred-thousand-year Soul Master who had undergone soul beast transformation into their service would add another fighting force to Spirit Hall.
Qian Daoliu nodded, then returned to the main matter, his tone becoming imposing once more.
"As for who will go to