57. Departing

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In front of the courtyard.

Qian Renxue watched Qian Renjue waved goodbye in the distance.

She felt a bit dazed.

Qian Renjue turned back.

His eyes held curiosity and a hint of guilt.

Confused, he asked, "Sister, why are you looking at me like that?"

"Jue…"

Qian Renxue murmured softly.

She lifted her hand to gently stroke Qian Renjue's face, her lips parting slightly.

"Thank you… thank you…"

Her soft voice and gentle gaze left Qian Renjue stunned.

He didn't understand why Qian Renxue was suddenly saying this.

"Heh…"

Qian Renxue smiled tenderly.

She opened her arms and hugged Qian Renjue, nuzzling her face against his.

She had never had any doubts.

Perhaps Qian Renjue was the gift that heaven had given her upon her return to this world.

"Sister…"

Qian Renjue raised his hand and gently embraced Qian Renxue around the waist.

The warmth of the setting sun gathered around them.

…

Having left, Qian Xunji arrived in front of Bibi Dong's residence in just fifteen minutes.

Seeing Bibi Dong watering the flowers, Qian Xunji's eyes sparkled with nostalgia.

Once, she was just a child like his children when he met her.

"Dong'er."

Qian Xunji stood at the gate and called out softly.

Bibi Dong paused her actions, her eyes filled with disgust.

She set down the watering can and looked up.

Coldly, she asked, "Teacher, what are you doing here?"

Qian Xunji was accustomed to this attitude.

He had tried various methods, including delegating authority, but nothing could erase even a shred of resentment.

Qian Xunji remained composed.

It was all his own doing; he had no right to complain.

He said softly, "Dong'er, I'm here to bring you a gift."

Bibi Dong frowned and rejected him coldly, her tone harsh.

"No need! It's disgusting!"

Qian Xunji shook his head with a hint of confidence.

Smiling, he said, "Dong'er, I know you wish for my death. But isn't power what you're lacking right now?"

"Heh, so you're aware."

Bibi Dong sneered, her expression dark and filled with bitterness.

The suppressed negative emotions exploded at this moment.

Her voice turned frosty.

"Then stop coming here and being a nuisance!"

With that, Bibi Dong turned in disgust and started to walk back to her room.

Qian Xunji frowned slightly.

Calmly, he said, "So, because you hate me, you're not even interested in a hundred-thousand-year soul ring and soul bone?"

Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong's steps suddenly halted, and she looked back with a frown.

"What did you say?"

Qian Xunji said, "Tang Hao has a pregnant hundred-thousand-year soul beast!"

"..."

Bibi Dong fell silent, looking at Qian Xunji with a complicated expression.

She gritted her teeth, her face showing discomfort.

She despised, even loathed, the feeling of having to yield to Qian Xunji!

But Qian Xunji was undeterred.

He continued, "I originally intended to catch it and give it to you."

"And then?"

Bibi Dong narrowed her eyes, waiting for Qianxunji to elaborate.

"Xiao Jue had a better idea."

Qian Xunji smiled, with a touch of approval in his eyes.

"Jue?"

Bibi Dong slightly paused, her expression of disgust softening.

"Correct. Xiao Jue suggested that we use that soul beast for a sacrificial offering!"

Qian Xunji said with a serious expression.

"A sacrificial offering?!"

Bibi Dong's eyes widened, her heart racing!

The thought of a sacrificial offering involving a hundred-thousand-year soul beast was almost beyond imagination.

What a grand event it would be!

Qian Xunji smiled and nodded slightly.

"Yes, we can capture Tang Hao or his child, then coerce the hundred-thousand-year soul beast into a sacrificial offering for you!"

"..."

Bibi Dong's breathing became a bit rapid.

She looked at Qian Xunji.

"Is this really an idea from Jue?"

"Indeed."

Qian Xunji replied earnestly, even showing a hint of pride.

In his heart, Qian Renjue was always just a child.

"..."

Bibi Dong was silent. She didn't know what mindset Jue had when coming up with the idea.

The eternally gentle and sunny image of Jue had become Bibi Dong's fixed impression of him.

Qian Xunji seemed to understand Bibi Dong's thoughts.

Calmly, he said, "Xiao Jue only wanted to give you the 'most perfect gift.'"

"You don't need to say such things!"

Bibi Dong frowned, her expression unfriendly.

She would have preferred to hear those words directly from Qian Renjue.

Qian Xunji paid no mind to such details.

"Dong'er, wait for my notice. I'll inform you once there's news."

With that, Qian Xunji vanished from sight.

He knew that Bibi Dong wouldn't let such an opportunity slip by.

A hundred-thousand-year soul ring was coveted by all soul masters, especially high-ranking ones.

And a sacrificial ritual involving a hundred-thousand-year soul beast?

Bibi Dong's expression was awkward.

Being under Qian Xunji's palm made her feel extremely uncomfortable.

"Don't think that this will make me let you off!"

"Never—!"

Bibi Dong's face was contorted with a fierce expression!

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Two days later.

Tang Hao's location was confirmed.

Forces began to assemble outside the Hall of the Pope: spirit emperors, spirit saints, and spirit douluos.

Several, leading numerous spirit kings.

They were ready to move!

Ghost Douluo and Chrysanthemum Douluo stood at the front of the group.

Qian Xunji was also dressed in full gear, standing at the head of the team, eyes closed in quiet contemplation.

Chrysanthemum Douluo stepped forward and bowed slightly.

"Your Majesty, should I inform the Saintess?"

"No need, Dong'er will come."

Qian Xunji shook his head.

He also felt a bit puzzled.

In the next moment!

Bibi Dong's figure appeared from around the corner of the hall, slowly approaching.

She was still in casual clothes.

With three Title Douluos present, she didn't need to take action; it was just a formality.

Her light purple dress added a touch of nobility.

Her beautiful eyes held some confusion.

She had waited a long time at her residence, but Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue had not come to see her.

This was very different from usual.

It made her a bit uncomfortable.

"Saintess!"

Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo both greeted her.

The soul masters behind them also bowed to Bibi Dong.

"Hmm."

Bibi Dong's mood was not good; she merely nodded.

Even her usual pretense of courtesy towards Qian Xunji was absent.

Seeing Bibi Dong's expression, Qian Xunji understood why she was late.

He unconsciously lifted his hand and touched the women's ring on his finger.

He didn't dwell on these trivial matters.

Qian Xunji's commanding voice echoed across the hall.

"Everyone, set out!"

"Yes!"

Though the team was fewer than a hundred, they exuded the aura of thousands of soldiers.

Qian Xunji took off first.

Following him were Chrysanthemum Douluo, Ghost Douluo, and Bibi Dong.

The other soul masters either flew or rushed along, closely trailing behind.

Inside the Life Ring, in a room within the mansion.

The walls were covered with thin light screens.

These screens displayed a 360-degree real-time view based on the wearer's perspective.

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