After that, everyone went their separate ways. Bibi Dong took Hu Liena back to the Spirit Hall, Tang Hao took Tang San away, and Chen Xin took Jian Lan away.
As for Qian Renxue and Xiao Ye, although they were still young, they were both leaders of their respective forces. Who knew what might happen in the two years they were gone? So, as soon as they left the Slaughter City, they hurriedly went their separate ways.
" Nana, what have you gained in these two years?" Bibi Dong asked Hu Liena on the way back to Spirit City.
"Yes, Master, I have grown considerably in the Slaughter City the past two years," Hu Liena said respectfully. "Furthermore, I have obtained the Divine Slaughter's Domain, and I have not disappointed you."
"Yes, I know you've always worked very hard, but don't push yourself too hard," Bibi Dong said. "Also, what else did you gain from this trip?"
"Teacher, what aspect are you referring to?" Hu Liena asked, puzzled.
"Hmm, for example, say... in terms of romance?" Bibi Dong asked, organizing her thoughts.
The reason she asked this question was because Hu Liena now seemed like a completely different person compared to when she first entered the Slaughter City.
Previously, Hu Liena was like a beautiful rose, constantly radiating her charm. Anyone could directly feel her allure, as if every move she made was seductive.
But now she is like a fresh lily, her eyes are crystal clear, without a trace of seductive charm, yet that allure has not disappeared, but seems to have seeped into her very bones.
Hu Liena's condition is actually a special constitution called " Innate Charm," and it is precisely because of this special constitution, combined with her Martial Soul, that she possesses such great power.
However, before she met the person she loved, this kind of charm was only superficial. Only when she truly met the person she loved could she reach the level of Innate Charm, exuding an irresistible charm from the inside out.
Hu Liena has clearly reached that level now, which means that she must have met her true love in the past two years to have made such progress.
Upon hearing Bibi Dong's words, Hu Liena's face immediately flushed red. Tang San's image involuntarily flashed through her mind, and she said shyly, "Teacher, no, I, how could I..."
"You little rascal, do you think you can hide anything from me? Don't worry, this is actually a good thing for you. Your teacher won't blame you," Bibi Dong said.
Hearing Bibi Dong say this, Hu Liena finally felt relieved and nodded gently, saying, "Teacher, I do indeed have someone I like."
"Really? In that case, you must be brave and pursue him. Don't let him get away, or you'll regret it for the rest of your life," Bibi Dong said.
Ten days later, in Heaven Dou City.
Although ten days had passed, Tang San still hadn't recovered from the atmosphere of the Slaughter City. Coupled with the effects of the Divine Slaughter's Domain, he was in a state of extreme tension.
To help Tang San escape this predicament, and also to allow him to grow further, Tang Hao took him to the Moonlight Pavilion.
After a touching scene of siblings recognizing each other, Tang San's aunt, Tang Yuehua, decided to let him stay there to study and cultivate his mindset.
However, before that, Tang San had to go to another place, so after temporarily leaving Moonlight Pavilion, he came to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect near Heaven Dou City.
After Qi Ling's identity was revealed, Tang San naturally guessed Jian Lan's identity as well. After that, Tang San couldn't find Qi Ling, so he decided to ask Jian Lan if she knew where Qi Ling had gone.
After some briefing, Tang San successfully met Jian Lan. After explaining his purpose, Jian Lan gave a wry smile, "I actually know where Qi Ling is, because he is currently in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
"What? Big Brother is here?" Tang San exclaimed excitedly. "Then where is he? Why hasn't he come out?"
Jian Lan said with a strange expression, "Because Qi Ling's current state is somewhat special, he doesn't really want to see outsiders. But if it's you, Tang San, it would be an exception."
"Besides, if it's you, Tang San, you might have a way to help Qi Ling! Let me take you to see him."
Led by Jian Lan, the two headed towards the back mountain of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which was the bamboo forest where Jian Lan had been staying.
"Brother, why are you cultivating in this bamboo forest? Is it to temper your mind?" Tang San asked, puzzled.
But soon, Tang San found out what exactly was going on with Qi Ling's unusual condition that Jian Lan had mentioned!
Even before the two approached the bamboo forest, an extremely evil and malevolent aura emanated from the depths of the forest, impossible to conceal.
Originally a bamboo grove meant for quiet contemplation, it should have been a beautiful and refreshing place, but now it resembled a scene of Asura, as if it had been moved from hell.
"This, is this what's troubling Big Brother?" Tang San asked in surprise.
Jian Lan sighed helplessly and said, "Yes, ever since Qi Ling returned, he's been like that, surrounded by terrifying malevolent energy that he can't conceal at all."
"More importantly, the murderous aura he exudes will also affect those around him, making them irritable, moody, and even prone to murderous intent."
"So, to avoid trouble, Qi Ling locked himself up here. With the help of the array my master set up in the bamboo forest, the evil aura on his body finally stopped spreading. He also plans to come out of seclusion here after he comes up with a solution."
Upon hearing Jian Lan's words, Tang San was taken aback. He hadn't expected that he wasn't the only one experiencing troubles after leaving the Slaughter City; even his carefree elder brother couldn't escape them.
However, Tang San's thinking was flawed. The reason why Qi Ling's internal evil energy was running rampant was not the Divine Slaughter's Domain, nor was it the lifestyle of the Slaughter City.
His main reason was that the balance between his Twin Martial Souls, the Divine Dragon Emperor and the Blood Devil Emperor, had been broken!
Previously, Qi Ling had always been very careful not to let either of her Martial Soul become too powerful, maintaining a balance of power within her body to neutralize the two forces and ensure her safety.
But this time, the Blood Devil Emperor's actions caused his Blood Devil Emperor Martial Soul to absorb two super Soul Ring, and also infused his blood with his demonic nature, which is why his evil energy went berserk.