"Ning Rongrong, the fourth trial of the God of Life is complete. Rewards are stacked. The current reward is one soul bone, one divine soul ring, a three-level increase in soul power level, and a five-thousand-year increase in soul ring age."
As the rewards were announced, everyone present, even the well-informed Title Douluo-level elders, looked at Ning Rongrong with envy .
The members of the Blade of the Empire were also genuinely happy for Ning Rongrong and expressed their anticipation for their own rewards after completing the trials.
"Rongrong should be level 68 now, right?" Hu Liena thought for a moment and asked.
Seeing Rongrong nod, everyone gasped.
"Goodness, she's so much younger than us, yet she's almost surpassed us so quickly. It seems we need to work even harder." Xie Yue teased Ning Rongrong.
"Hmph, of course. It's only right that your older sister gives you and Brother Yan a good talking-to." Ning Rongrong crossed her arms, gave a haughty snort, looked around, and asked, "Where's my sister?"
Hu Liena pointed to the other side of the woods. After hearing your assessment results, she and Senior Sword Douluo went to the other side to review the battle.
"Truly worthy of being called my sister, so diligent." Ning Rongrong secretly gave her a thumbs up.
"So we should also learn from the young princess. While the senior elders are all here and have seen our battle, let's all hurry up and review our battles." Hu Liena took on the role of vice-captain, urging everyone to follow Qian Renyue's example and work hard.
On the other side.
"Master, if you hadn't arrived in time today, I almost would have died at their hands." Qian Renyue lowered her head in frustration.
Chen Xin gently placed his hand on Qian Renyue's head and rubbed it a few times.
"It's good that you've discovered your own problems. And to be able to correct them and find a new path in such a short battle, you've done very well." Chen Xin's voice was deep and gentle, slowly soothing Qian Renyue's lingering fear and dejection.
"You're still young, not even 16 yet. Even though you live in the Spirit Hall, have seen all kinds of spirits, and fought against opponents with all kinds of spirits, spirits are inherently ever-changing and vary from person to person. It's impossible to fully comprehend them. The time constraint means you're destined to suffer in this aspect, and there's nothing that can be done about it."
"But you've done very well. Your perseverance over the years has given you the tenacity to never give up in the face of strong enemies. Fighting a Title Douluo with the strength of a Soul Saint is something even Tang Hao and Tang Chen back then couldn't do, but you did it. You're truly remarkable, Yue'er." Chen Xin's words were full of encouragement and praise.
"But that's because of the special nature of the Dragon Roar Divine Sword. Today, the Dragon Roar Divine Sword was countered. Not only did I fail to defeat my opponent, but I almost lost my life." Qian Renyue said dejectedly, her head lowered.
"You're too hard on yourself, girl. If someone else could defeat Tang Hao, let alone a Soul Saint, even a Title Douluo would be bragging about it all over the continent. You've already done a really great job," Chen Xin encouraged Qian Renyue, then added, "During your trip to the City of Slaughter, try to use only the heavy sword form of the Dragon Roar Sword as much as possible. You can continue practicing with the light sword after you return."
Qian Renyue looked up at Chen Xin but nodded.
Chen Xin smiled and ruffled Qian Renyue's hair, saying, "Remember, you can only use the heavy sword."
Qian Renyue nodded solemnly, her serious expression making Chen Xin smile involuntarily.
"Renyue, we should head back to the Spirit Hall now," the Fourth Elder, Mad Lion Douluo, frowned unhappily, a little jealous. This was their Spirit Hall's little darling.
"I know, Fourth Grandfather," Qian Renyue gave Mad Lion Douluo a sweet smile. But it melted the heart of the old Lion Douluo.
Following Qian Renyue's reply, the others quickly cleaned up the battlefield and set off back to the Spirit Hall.
"Fourth Grandfather, why are you and Seventh Grandfather here?" Qian Renyue asked curiously, perched on Lion Douluo's shoulder.
"You've made quite a stir this year, especially with your last two actions. You're only a Soul Saint now, yet you've already killed two Title Douluos from the Holy Spirit Cult. My elder brother was worried the Holy Spirit Cult would be enraged and stop you at all costs, so he immediately sent us. And indeed, it was just as my elder brother predicted." Lion Douluo said to Qian Renyue as they traveled.
"You set off before the Spirit Hall's higher-ups arrived; that was too impulsive," Demon Subduing Douluo scolded.
"I know, I was prepared. I underestimated the Holy Spirit Cult," Qian Renyue said, bowing her head in reflection.
"I'm afraid all of you have made it onto the Holy Spirit Cult's kill list. Go to the Slaughter City to lay low until you've fully matured. Don't let anyone leave your side, understand?" the Fourth Elder, Mad Lion Douluo, said sternly.
"Yes, Fourth Elder!" everyone immediately replied earnestly.
Inside the Spirit Hall.
After listening to everyone recount their experiences over the past year, Bibi Dong and the others looked at the members of the Empire Blade team with satisfaction. In this year, they could be said to have grown rapidly.
However, upon hearing about the Holy Spirit Cult's ambush, Bibi Dong glanced nervously at Qian Renyue. Seeing Qian Renyue still laughing and joking with her companions, she couldn't help but snort coldly.
Upon seeing this, Qian Renyue immediately jumped into Bibi Dong's arms with a grin, telling her that she was really alright, and even if her Sword Douluo master hadn't arrived, she, Qian Renyue, wasn't without options.
Bibi Dong gently patted Qian Renyue and said to everyone, "This year, due to the Empire's Blade's crackdown on evil spirit masters, we have gained the support of many people and forces. Similarly, the two great empires have become more wary of us."
"Because of the recent actions of the Holy Maiden and others, more and more people are joining and believing in our Spirit Hall. The establishment of the Spirit Empire can now be put on the agenda. What do you all think?" Bibi Dong looked around at everyone and asked.
Qian Renyue, standing to the side, heard an elder still muttering, seemingly holding an opposing opinion, and directly said loudly, "Elders seem to disagree? Speak your mind if you have any objections."
Looking at the elders who remained silent and didn't offer any opinions, only turning their heads away, a dark glint flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes. Over the years, because of Qian Renyue, Bibi Dong had become somewhat gentler in her dealings, but this didn't mean that this Pope was easily bullied.
"The Holy Maiden and the others will continue to participate in the assessment for the City of Slaughter. One year later, the Soul Hunting Project will officially begin. The day the Soul Hunting Project is completed will be the day the Martial Soul Empire is established." Bibi Dong stood up, ignoring the dissenting elders, and announced directly.
My darlings, your third brother is coming back! Aren't you happy?! Aren't you excited?!
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