The two exchanged a few more pleasantries, with Hun Qianxue mostly asking about Han Xuanji's gains from his studies at the Five Elements Pavilion. Han Xuanji gave a vague reply, only saying that he had gained a lot and that it had been of great help to him, and that he was very grateful for the Soul Household's assistance.
The more Hun Qianxue looked at Han Xuanji, the more satisfied he became.
This young man is exceptionally talented yet humble and never complains when wronged. Now that he has made great contributions, he remains modest and polite.
Looking across the entire Soul Household, and even among the major forces of Thousand Souls City, it's hard to find another successor as outstanding as him.
A thought suddenly popped into his mind, and he couldn't help but glance at Han Xuanji a few more times.
" Xuanji, you are exceptionally talented and Wuliang. Let me ask you a question: do you have any plans for marriage?"
Han Xuanji was slightly taken aback, then understood the meaning behind Hun Qianxue's words. His expression remained calm, and he simply shook his head slowly.
"Master, I have my own path in mind and have no such plans for the time being."
Hun Qianxue was not surprised; instead, he smiled and nodded, his tone becoming increasingly earnest.
"I understand that those who cultivate themselves should prioritize the Great Dao."
I just don't know if you have someone you like? I think Qianling is a cheerful and talented girl. She has been sincere to you all these years, and the two of you get along quite well.
I think you two are a match made in heaven. I wonder what your thoughts are on Qianling?
Hearing this, Hun Qianling blushed instantly and lowered her head subconsciously. She felt both shy and happy, but also a little uneasy. She secretly raised her eyes to observe Han Xuanji's expression.
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji was not surprised; she had anticipated this scene and had already prepared her explanation:
" Qianling is cheerful and sincere, and she has always taken good care of Xuanji, Xuanji has always remembered."
Upon hearing this, Hun Qianxue's smile deepened, and the anticipation in his eyes intensified.
Han Xuanji then pondered for a moment, his expression calm, but his tone becoming more solemn:
"However... the path of cultivation is long, Xuanji is currently only Eternal Dao Master, with shallow cultivation and an unknown future."
As for matters of personal affection, I think I'll consider them when my cultivation reaches a point where I truly need to settle down and reflect.
He paused, looked at Hun Qianxue, his gaze honest:
"Now, I want to focus my energy on spiritual practice."
These words neither directly refused nor hastily agreed, but rather left the choice to time.
This was also Han Xuanji's true thought.
Upon hearing this, Hun Qianxue was not displeased at all; on the contrary, he nodded repeatedly, his eyes filled with even greater appreciation.
"Good! What a fine saying about prioritizing the Great Dao! What you say makes sense; the path of cultivation is like rowing against the current, so one should indeed concentrate wholeheartedly."
He paused, thought for a moment, and then said:
"That's right. Once you reach the Eternal True God, you can probably consider this matter."
With your talent, reaching the Eternal True God Realm is a certainty. At that time, your realm will be stable, your path ahead will be broad, and you will have leisure time to think about other things.
As for the Sage Realm Stage, that is a long-term plan and there's no need to rush it.
In Hun Qianxue's view, Han Xuanji's refusal was reasonable and not an excuse.
After all, with Han Xuanji's talent, breaking through to the Eternal True God realm is only a matter of time. Once he reaches that realm, his cultivation speed will slow down, and he will indeed have the energy to consider marriage. It would be more prudent to bring the two together at that time.
He was extremely satisfied with Han Xuanji's answer and became even more convinced that Han Xuanji was the perfect match for his sister.
Han Xuanji wasn't foolish enough to say he didn't think achieving the Sage Realm Stage was difficult, so he nodded silently.
He calculated that at his current speed, it shouldn't be long before he reached the Eternal True God realm, and by then he wouldn't be able to fully reveal his cultivation level.
However, reaching the Sage Realm Stage does indeed require some effort.
If the day of marriage were to come, Han Xuanji would not be opposed to it, since it wouldn't do him any harm.
When Hun Qianling heard Han Xuanji's words, a hint of disappointment flashed in her eyes, but it quickly disappeared. After all, Han Xuanji hadn't been too resistant, so he must have thought about it and probably had some goodwill towards her.
"By the way, regarding the matter of choosing treasures from the treasure vault, there's no need to rush. Think it over carefully and see what you want. Whether it's spiritual materials for cultivation, secret techniques, or Dao artifacts for self-defense, the treasure vault should have what you're looking for. If not, you can tell me."
Hun Qianxue patted Han Xuanji on the shoulder, his tone softening.
"I'll give you a list later. Just tell me what you need, and I'll have someone pick it up."
Han Xuanji's heart skipped a beat; he knew his chance had come. He immediately cupped his hands and said:
" Xie Household for your understanding, Master. I believe that treasures are all about fate, and some precious items may not be the most suitable for me. Perhaps I should go to the treasure vault myself to see for myself and choose one that suits my taste. I hope you will grant my request."
Upon hearing this, Hun Qianxue nodded in agreement without hesitation, without the slightest suspicion.
"That's only right. Cultivators choose treasures based on first impressions, so it would be best if you saw them for yourself. Come, I'll personally take you there and show you the treasures in the vault."
"By the way, you can just call me 'Big Brother' in private. Calling me 'Patriarch' is too formal."
After saying that, Hun Qianxue led Han Xuanji deeper into the Soul Household. Hun Qianling followed closely behind, her shyness still lingering, but her eyes were full of curiosity, eager to see what treasure Han Xuanji would choose.
The Soul Household Treasury is located deep underground within the Soul Household Mansion. It is a vast underground palace with its entrance hidden behind an inconspicuous artificial hill. The area is surrounded by layers of restrictions and guarded by several Eternal True God- level protectors, demonstrating its importance.
As Hun Qianxue raised his hand to release the restriction, the artificial mountain slowly moved aside, revealing a deep passage. The passage was inlaid with glowing spirit jade on both sides, illuminating the path ahead. The air was filled with rich Spiritual Qi, and one could faintly feel many powerful aura fluctuations. These were the auras emanating from the powerful guardians of the treasure vault, each aura containing immense power, all the foundation passed down through the Soul Household for many years.
It is precisely because of the existence of so many powerful individuals that the Soul Household has been able to stand firm.
Han Xuanji followed behind Hun Qianxue, his expression calm and unchanging. Even when he sensed the aura of those True God- level treasures, there was no greed in his eyes, only a barely perceptible expectation.
What he cared more about was the opportunity to sign in here.
After walking along the passage for a while, a huge underground palace suddenly came into view.
The palace was entirely cast from black iron, and its walls were engraved with complex runes, which served to stabilize the space and prevent the aura of the treasures from leaking out.
Hun Qianxue led Han Xuanji to the center of the palace and raised his hand to signal:
"This place is the treasure trove of the Soul Household, storing the accumulated wealth of our Soul Household over countless years."
Han Xuanji looked at the countless jade platforms in the hall, each containing a treasure: Dao artifacts gleaming with cold light, spiritual materials radiating a warm aura, ancient secret scriptures with yellowed patina, and crystals containing the Power of Principle —a dazzling array that overwhelmed the eyes.
Hun Qianxue's tone carried a hint of pride:
"Among these are spiritual materials and Dao artifacts at the level of Eternal Dao Master, as well as treasures at the level of Eternal True God, and even several ninth-order Eternal Dao Artifact, whose power is boundless."