Seeing the familiar figure return, Hun Qianxue couldn't help but be moved.
Although the Soul Household is enormous, there are still varying degrees of closeness among its members.
Hun Qianling was much younger than Hun Qianxue and was raised by him. Their relationship could be described as that of an elder brother acting as a father.
After all, the Sage of the Soul Household doesn't have time to take care of children.
" Qianling, you're finally back! Where have you been all these years? Why haven't we heard from you? Do you even care about me anymore?"
Hun Qianxue's tone was full of reproach, but the concern within it was almost overflowing.
"Big brother!"
Looking at Hun Qianxue's somewhat weathered face, Hun Qianling felt a pang of sadness, her eyes instantly reddening, and her voice choked with emotion.
"I'm sorry, brother, I made you worry."
Over the years, I've been away from home gaining experience and encountered some unexpected events. My communication device also broke down, so I haven't been able to contact my family, stay by your side, or help share the burden of the Lineage.
She was filled with guilt. Hun Qianxue had single-handedly supported the Soul Household, which was on the verge of collapse, and had endured too much pressure. Not only had she failed to help him, but she had also caused him to worry about her day and night.
However, she did not mention the dangers she encountered outside, nor did she talk about her experiences in the Primordial Sea. She only briefly mentioned them, not wanting Hun Qianxue to worry about her anymore.
Hearing this, Hun Qianxue's eyes filled with pity, and he shook his head:
"Silly girl, don't say sorry. It's good that you're back. As long as you're safe and sound, that's more important than anything else."
"Don't worry about Lineage matters, with your elder brother here."
He could also see the fatigue in Hun Qianling's body and sense that she seemed to have something she couldn't say, but he didn't press her for details, only wanting her to rest properly.
The two reminisced for a while, while Han Xuanji silently watched the scene unfold.
Although it is said that immortals are often emotionally detached, and deep sibling affection like this is rare, it is certainly not uncommon. Unless they deliberately abandon emotions, there will always be someone they care about in their hearts.
If there is no one in the world you care about, then no one will care about you.
Hun Qianling slowly released Hun Qianxue, wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, stepped aside to let Han Xuanji pass behind her, and her expression became solemn:
"Brother, let me introduce you. This is Han Xuanji, a friend I met while traveling, and a talent I specifically recruited for the Lineage."
Hun Qianxue's gaze slowly shifted to Han Xuanji, scrutinizing him from head to toe.
The young man before him was dressed in loose blue robes, with a calm expression and handsome face. His face was unfamiliar, and he had never heard of his name before.
He exuded only the aura of Eternal Dao Master, seemingly ordinary, like just a regular Eternal Dao Master. However, his eyes were exceptionally deep, and his temperament was calm and reserved. Even when facing the Soul Household Head, he showed no fear.
From this, we can tell that this person is either confident or ignorant.
Hun Qianxue nodded slightly, his tone calm yet polite:
" Han Xuanji, is it? Welcome to the Soul Household."
Thank you so much for taking care of Qianling along the way. The Soul Household is deeply grateful.
While there was some praise, it wasn't taken too seriously, since the Eternal Dao Master was quite insignificant even within the Soul Household.
As for talent?
The Soul Household is currently mired in crisis and what it needs most is a top-tier expert who can stand alone, rather than an ordinary Eternal Dao Master.
Moreover, the Soul Household is not lacking in so-called geniuses.
Although Hun Qianxue and Hun Qianling have a good relationship, Hun Qianxue will not extend that affection to Hun Qianling's family.
Seeing that Hun Qianxue didn't seem to care too much, Hun Qianling quickly added:
"Brother, don't underestimate Brother Han. He's no ordinary Eternal Dao Master."
He is a genius in the Dao of Principle; given time, he will surely become a powerful figure.
The moment these words were spoken, the hall fell silent.
"Oh?"
Hun Qianxue raised his head and looked at Han Xuanji again, his gaze sharper and more probing, clearly showing he was taking it more seriously.
The core members of the Soul Household inside the hall also turned their heads, and the indifference and disdain in their eyes as they looked at Han Xuanji instantly turned into curiosity.
A genius of the Dao of Principle?
However, most people didn't have high expectations, since those who could be brought back by Hun Qianling couldn't possibly be some peerless genius; at most, they would just be a little stronger than ordinary people.
In the Soul Household, cultivators who practice the Dao of Principle account for about 5% of the total population. Although this is a small number, it's not exactly rare. Who among those who dare to cultivate the Dao of Principle doesn't have some talent?
Hun Yulong, then stepped forward and said:
" Qianxue, when I was sizing up this kid just now, I felt that he was extraordinary. I didn't expect him to be a genius in the Dao of Principle."
"Our Soul Household is currently in dire need of talent, and taking him in sends a signal to the outside world that our Soul Household also values talent."
"Um..."
Hun Qianxue nodded, agreeing with Hun Yulong's statement.
Now that the Soul Household is gradually stabilizing, it is precisely the time when they are short of people. This is a good opportunity to promote the Soul Household's emphasis on talent and demonstrate their sincerity in seeking talent.
As the head of the Soul Household, Hun Qianxue quickly came to a conclusion about this matter.
"Young friend Han, I failed to recognize your extraordinary qualities. Please forgive me."
If, as Qianling says, you are truly a genius in the Dao of Principle, the Soul Household earnestly requests that you remain with Soul Household. If you are willing to assist us, the Soul Household will certainly treat you with the utmost respect and provide you with Cultivation Resources to the best of our ability, and will never mistreat you!
For Hun Qianxue, as the dignified head of the Soul Household and Eternal True God, to say this was undoubtedly giving Han Xuanji a great deal of face.
Have I become the horse's bones, bought with a fortune?
Han Xuanji hadn't expected things to turn out this way, and quickly bowed in return, her expression showing slight delight.
"You're too kind, Master."
Qianling and I are friends, and now that I've come to the Soul Household, I'll stay here for the time being.
As for offering assistance, I will naturally not refuse to do so within my capacity.
This was exactly what he wanted; he had initially thought there might be some difficulties, but it seems he had been overthinking it.
Beside Han Xuanji, Hun Qianling was slightly dissatisfied, but because Han Xuanji was holding her back, she had to keep all the things she wanted to say to herself. She felt a little happy, but also a little indignant for Han Xuanji.
After all, in her view, if Han Xuanji's talent were fully revealed, she would rightfully deserve the best treatment.
Seeing their little gestures, he assumed they were just very happy.
Hun Qianxue nodded, a relieved smile on his face:
"Alright! Qianling, take Han Xiaoyou down to rest first, arrange a quiet cave abode for him, and treat him as an S-Rank Talent."
"I understand, brother."
Hun Qianling nodded, somewhat sullenly, then turned and gestured to Han Xuanji.
"Brother Han, let's go down first. I'll come back and talk to my elder brother after you've rested."
Han Xuanji nodded slightly, bowed to Hun Qianxue and Hun Yulong again, and then followed Hun Qianling out of the Thousand Souls Hall.
Watching the two figures disappear into the distance, Hun Qianxue, somewhat puzzled, turned to Hun Yulong and said:
"Aunt Yulong, Qianling seems somewhat dissatisfied?"
Upon hearing this, Hun Yulong pondered and said:
"Perhaps you're being a bit too hasty. Maybe this kid really is a genius?"
"I'll go arrange accommodations for them first."
Hun Yulong finished speaking, he turned and quickly left.
Soon, only Hun Qianxue and his confidants remained in the hall.
Hun Qianxue thought for a moment, then said to one of his trusted confidants on his right:
"Go and investigate this child's background. Be thorough and don't miss any details. In any case, it's best to find out his true identity, both for the sake of the Soul Household and for the sake of Qianling."
"Yes, Master."
Hun Youtian nodded in agreement.
The others inside the hall were lost in thought.
In the Soul Household, there are very few people who can enjoy S-level treatment. They are either extremely talented, have outstanding skills, or have made great contributions to the Soul Household.
Unexpectedly, Han Xuanji only made an appearance and said a few words, yet she received such top-level treatment.
He's a lucky one, actually.
Everyone could see that Hun Qianxue was establishing his authority. Although they had some complaints, they didn't dare to say them out loud.
To question Han Xuanji at this moment would be to slap the face of this newly appointed family head!