Hearing Qian Xunji's slander against Ye Tian and Bi Bi Dong, Qian Renxue couldn't bear it and immediately retorted, "Father, you're talking nonsense! Mother would never harm me, and neither would Ye Tian!"
Qian Daoliu also couldn't help but angrily scold Qian Xunji.
"You wretched scoundrel! Can't you use your brain? Who helped Xiao Xue with her Soul Hunt? Do you really think he could deceive even me?"
"..."
Qian Xunji was momentarily stunned before coming to his senses.
"That's right! Could it be that this kid simply has a death wish?"
"Hmph!"
Qian Daoliu's face was full of disappointment at his son's incompetence.
Looking at Xiao Xue who shared his indignation, he sighed inwardly. Since his son was hopeless, he must properly educate his granddaughter. He asked gently:
"Xiao Xue, what exactly did he tell you?"
"Ye Tian said he read it in a book, and asked me to wait until he successfully absorbs the Thousand-Year Spirit Ring before making any decisions," Qian Renxue said worriedly.
"I see."
A strange light flashed in Qian Daoliu's eyes.
This child called Ye Tian truly had remarkable courage. Given time, the Soul Master Realm might indeed gain another Food-Type Title holder.
"Whale Jelly actually has such effects?"
Qian Xunji finally listened carefully to Qian Renxue's words.
"Father, do you still have any? Would you like to try some?"
"..."
Qian Daoliu looked coldly at Qian Xunji, his hands clenched tightly behind his back.
"Father, why are you looking at me like that? I was just worried earlier and spoke without thinking. If you don't like that Whale Jelly, just forget about it."
As Qian Xunji spoke, his eyes shifted elsewhere.
"Still, it might be worth testing."
Qian Daoliu suddenly felt a desire to nurture talent.
Given that woman's temperament, she would probably just stand by indifferently. Better to make early preparations.
Thinking this,
Qian Daoliu withdrew his gaze and casually took out a black box.
"After all, he's an Innate Full Spirit Power genius. If it proves ineffective, we can stop him early and save him."
As he spoke,
Qian Daoliu looked toward Qian Xunji again, slowly furrowing his brow.
"Hmm?"
"Father, then why are you hesitating?"
Qian Xunji had somehow positioned himself behind Qian Renxue.
Both of them were looking at him with eager eyes.
Qian Daoliu's movement to hand the Whale Jelly to Qian Xunji froze immediately. Meeting Qian Renxue's pitiful, pleading gaze, his heart softened.
Having no time to scold his unfilial son, Qian Daoliu silently lowered his head and opened the black box.
"Grandfather will test it now."
"Thank you, Grandfather!Qian Renxue joyfully expressed her gratitude, feeling both excited and nervous.
Of course she wanted to believe Ye Tian.
But she didn't want Ye Tian to die, even though they had only met a few days ago.
Under the watchful eyes of Qian Xunji and his daughter,
Qian Daoliu casually poured some golden Ten-Thousand Year Whale Glue into his mouth.
"Father, use more - it'll be more effective."
Qian Xunji reminded him.
"!"
Veins bulged on Qian Daoliu's forehead, though he knew this amount of power was truly insignificant to him.
With too small a quantity, it would be difficult to create noticeable effects,
making it hard to observe any uses of Whale Glue beyond its aphrodisiac properties.
Qian Daoliu was merely angered by Qian Xunji's behavior -
not that he was afraid.
Pouring all the Whale Glue into his mouth, Qian Daoliu closed his eyes to sense its effects.
After just a few breaths,
Qian Xunji still couldn't tell whether the Whale Glue was working or not.
His father answered with an unchanged expression.
"Whale Jelly does indeed have the effect of enhancing physical constitution. Xiao Xue, you don't need to worry too much."
"Really? That's wonderful!"
Qian Renxue was overjoyed.
Ye Tian hadn't lied to her! Both Ye Tian and she could obtain Thousand-Year Spirit Rings now!
A sharp glint flashed in Qian Xunji's eyes.
Such a discovery would be considered top-secret information for any faction!
Before Qian Xunji could react further.
Qian Daoliu said softly:
"Xiao Xue, you should head back first. Grandpa has matters to discuss privately with your father."
"Okay, goodbye Dad, goodbye Grandpa."
Qian Renxue didn't linger, waving her hand before running outside.
"Old man, I didn't force you to eat it..."
Ignoring Qian Xunji's disclaimer, Qian Daoliu paced over to him.
"What are your plans regarding the Whale Jelly matter?"
Qian Xunji's eyes held vigilance, his entire body tense as he explained carefully.
"I've already thought this through earlier."
"Our Spirit Hall will never acknowledge knowing about this particular effect of Whale Jelly"
"Hmm?"
Qian Daoliu was surprised by Qian Xunji's decision.
"Why?"
"When something becomes abundant, it loses its mystique and becomes ordinary. For mediocre talents, giving it to them would be a waste. But when used by true geniuses, our Spirit Hall will possess absolute elites!"
Qian Xunji said with a smile, a sinister light flashing in his eyes.
He looked completely different from the man who had just been teasing his old father through his daughter.
"It's good that you have arrangements."
Qian Daoliu nodded slightly, understanding Qian Xunji's concerns.
The more it's used, the easier it is to be exposed.
They wouldn't be able to create an absolute gap between their youth and those of other factions.
Qian Daoliu's face began to flush red.
"Additionally, don't you dare mess with that child."
"Don't worry, old man. I'll treat favorably any genius that even you find interesting."
Qian Xunji smiled and was about to bid farewell to Qian Daoliu when his eyes widened in surprise, unable to hold back a laugh:
"Dad, why is your face red and neck thick?"
"You wretched son!"
Sacred Fire circulated around Qian Daoliu's body, white smoke rising from his head as the Whale Jelly's medicinal effects were expelled. His large hand shot out and grabbed Qian Xunji by the collar.
Rip—!
Qian Xunji panicked and burned his outer robe, preparing to transform into a golden streak and flee.
But before an unparalleled powerhouse.
An ordinary Titled Douluo was nothing more than an infant.
"It's been a long time since I've guided your cultivation. Let this old man see if your strength has deteriorated, you unfilial son."
"This is blatant revenge! Ah—"
"Revenge? If anyone else had committed your mistakes, I would have killed them long ago!"
"..."
Sword light instantly extinguished within the Hall of Worship, followed by the sound of fists meeting flesh.
After a while.
The Hall of Worship's door opened a crack, and a somewhat angry voice emerged.
"Get out!"
"After all these years, you haven't improved at all!"
Qian Xunji staggered out after being kicked, the door slamming shut behind him with a bang.
"Heh"
Qian Xunji shook his head with a wry smile, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, straightened the changed Coronet Robe he was wearing, and transformed into golden light as he departed.
As the Pope, as a member of the Qian family.
Having to carefully balance the awkward measure between angel faith and Spirit Hall interests his entire life—was it easy for him?
——
"Ah—!"
"Damn... I want to go home!"
While father-son harmony was playing out in the Hall of Worship, Ye Tian, who had just finished breakfast, was being carried by Bi Bi Dong as they leaped down the mountain in a manner more thrilling than any drop tower ride.
"Shut up, open your eyes!"
"Even if you're a food system soul master, you can't avoid this situation. This rare opportunity—you'd better get used to it properly."
Bi Bi Dong coldly reminded him.
Yet watching Ye Tian's terrified appearance, she felt a surge of vengeful pleasure in her heart!