After Xiao Xuan's figure completely disappeared.
Xue Qinghe, who had been smiling, gradually calmed down.
She picked up her teacup and took a small sip.
But his gaze remained fixed on the doorway.
A moment later.
"Young Master."
A voice suddenly came from behind.
Immediately afterwards, two figures appeared silently in the room.
One of them was tall and thin, with a cold and stern face.
The other person was slightly overweight and had a calm demeanor.
It was none other than Snake Lance Douluo She Long and Porcupinefish Douluo Ci Xue!
Both of them are Titled Douluo of the Spirit Hall.
He was also the powerful figure responsible for secretly protecting Qian Renxue during her time infiltrating the Heaven Dou Empire.
"Young Master."
Ci Xue glanced at the doorway and asked with some confusion.
"There's something I don't quite understand."
"Oh?"
Qian Renxue turned her head.
"Elder Ci Xue, please speak."
Ci Xue frowned slightly.
"Didn't the young master already decide to take this opportunity to assign Xiao Xuan a task?"
Why did you suddenly change your mind just now?
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue did not answer immediately.
Instead, he put down his teacup and asked in return:
"Elders, what do you think of Xiao Xuan?"
" Xiao Xuan?"
Ci Xue was slightly taken aback.
After thinking for a moment, he answered:
"This child's talent is truly astonishing."
"To have such strength at such a young age."
"If we can recruit members of the Spirit Hall, they will definitely be a great help in the future."
"Good."
Qian Renxue nodded gently.
"That's what I thought too."
"But now, I feel that it would be a shame to simply treat him as a genius worth recruiting."
"Oh?"
The Ci Xue was somewhat puzzling.
Qian Renxue said slowly:
"You've probably noticed that too."
" Xiao Xuan seems to have changed somewhat since his return."
"Although I can't see exactly what happened, I have a feeling."
"This young man is far more mysterious than we imagined."
She paused slightly at this point.
"Moreover, he is different from other young Soul Master."
"Even the most gifted geniuses find it difficult to remain truly unmoved when faced with power, status, and profit."
But Xiao Xuan is different.
"From the first time I met him until now, he has never seemed to take my status as the crown prince too seriously."
"When talking to me, there was never the slightest hint of trying to curry favor."
What does this mean?
Qian Renxue smiled.
"This shows that in his eyes, the title of Crown Prince probably means absolutely nothing."
Ci Xue listened thoughtfully.
Qian Renxue continued:
"If someone like that only tries to win people over with benefits, then they've actually fallen to a low level."
"If that's the case, why should I rush to have him do things for me?"
"It would be better to get to know him better first."
"Once the two sides have truly established a good relationship, many things will naturally fall into place."
After hearing these words...
Ci Xue nodded in sudden realization.
She Long, who had remained silent until now, suddenly burst into laughter.
"Young Master is absolutely right!"
"In my opinion, young master's decision this time is quite wise."
"Oh?"
Qian Renxue looked at him.
" She Long thinks so too?"
"Good!"
She Long nodded.
"Actually, I've been secretly observing that young man all along."
"I must say, this Xiao Xuan is indeed a bit strange."
"Oh?"
Qian Renxue immediately became interested.
"Elder She Long, have you discovered something?"
No, not at all.
She Long shook his head.
"To my shame, I can't see any change in him this time either."
"But..."
At this point, She Long's expression gradually became serious.
"I can say with certainty that this lad is indeed different from last time."
"Although he never released his Martial Soul or displayed his Soul Power."
"But a subtle, inexplicable aura emanated from him."
"Especially that composure."
She Long pondered for a moment.
"To be honest, I've seen my fair share of young geniuses."
"But it's rare to see someone like him who becomes more and more enigmatic the more you look at him."
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue's eyes lit up slightly.
"So, Elder She Long also feels this way?"
"Good."
She Long nodded solemnly.
"That's why I think it's right for the young master to change his mind."
"This child's future achievements will likely far exceed our expectations."
"It would be much safer to build a genuine friendship with him than to simply try to win him over with mutual benefits."
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue immediately smiled.
Even She Long, a Titled Douluo, said so, so it seems my judgment was indeed correct.
Thinking of this, she began to value Xiao Xuan even more.
but...
Qian Renxue seemed to have thought of something again.
Suddenly, he looked at She Long.
" She Long."
"Your subordinate is here!"
"Next, I'm afraid I'll need to trouble you with something else."
She Long quickly cupped his hands in greeting.
"Young Master, please give your orders."
Qian Renxue paused for a moment.
"The two elders should be aware of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's recent movements, right?"
"Of course I know."
She Long nodded.
"I heard it's because of that brat Yu Tianheng."
"Good."
Qian Renxue nodded slightly.
" Yu Tianheng suffered a considerable loss at Xiao Xuan's hands."
"Adding to the matter of Dugu Yan, the conflict between the two sides is probably not something that can be resolved with just a few words."
"Although we don't yet know exactly what the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is planning, given their modus operandi, they probably won't let this go easily."
At this point, she looked at She Long.
"Therefore, I hope Elder She Long can keep a close eye on Xiao Xuan in the meantime."
"Keep an eye on them secretly?"
She Long was slightly taken aback.
"What does the young master mean...?"
"Protect him."
Qian Renxue smiled faintly.
"If the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan really attacks Xiao Xuan, we urge the elder to lend him a hand if necessary."
Upon hearing this...
She Long and Ci Xue couldn't help but exchange a glance.
Both of them were somewhat surprised.
Keep in mind, they are Titled Douluo!
Even on the entire Douluo Continent, he stands at the very top of the powerhouses.
Now, the young master is actually planning to arrange for a Titled Douluo to secretly protect a young Soul Master?
This treatment is way too generous!
He seemed to sense their confusion.
Qian Renxue explained with a smile:
"Elders, there is no need for surprise."
"I have my own reasons for doing this."
"Although Xiao Xuan possesses astonishing talent and far surpasses his peers in strength, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan has a profound foundation."
"If a fight really breaks out, unexpected things are bound to happen."
"If Elder She Long can lend a hand at a crucial moment, it would be a piece of cake for us."
"But for Xiao Xuan, it might not be so."
That brings us to this.
Qian Renxue's lips curled up slightly.
"Not to mention..."
"Providing help in times of need is far more valuable than adding to someone's existing success."
Upon hearing this...
She Long immediately understood Qian Renxue's plan.
"I see!"
He couldn't help but laugh.
"Young Master is planning to use the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan incident to further strengthen his relationship with Xiao Xuan!"
"Good."
Qian Renxue did not deny it.
"Although I reminded him today, a few words of reminder are far from enough."
"If you really want to build a relationship with someone, you have to show some sincerity."
"If I can help him this time, I think his impression of me will be better."
As she spoke, she added another sentence.
"Of course, it would be best if the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan didn't take any action."
"The elders only need to keep an eye on things discreetly; there's no need for them to actively interfere in Xiao Xuan's affairs."
"After all, I wanted to be on good terms with him, not make him feel like he was being watched all the time."
Upon hearing this, She Long nodded solemnly.
"Rest assured, young master."
"I know what to do."
Qian Renxue smiled with satisfaction.
"Then I'll have to trouble Elder She Long."
She Long bowed slightly.
"Young Master, you flatter me."
"Leave this matter to me!"
"If the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan really dares to attack that kid..."
At this point, a glint of light flashed in She Long.
"I'd like to see what tricks they're planning!"
After saying that.
He bowed to Qian Renxue once again.
"Your subordinate obeys!"