Douluo: I’m Cultivating Immortality, and I’m Still a Titled Douluo?

Lu Yunzhou's words had made things crystal clear.

Qian Renxue, though reluctant to admit it, understood that her identity had already been seen through. With her disguise now useless, she finally let go of the Soul Bone's disguise ability, revealing her true appearance.

As the breathtaking transformation unfolded within the carriage, Snake Spear Douluo Yu Long, guiding the horses, couldn't help but think to himself, "I never imagined that the young master's disguise could be pierced! This disguise had even eluded our Second Priest's senses for over twenty years, fooling countless people in the Heaven Dou Palace… and now, this man just sees right through it. Cultivators are truly terrifying!"

Feeling a sudden chill, Snake Spear Douluo Yu Long swallowed hard, deeply shaken by Lu Yunzhou's insight. Yet, realizing that Lu Yunzhou hadn't exposed him, Yu Long decided to simply focus on his duty and avoid causing any additional trouble for Qian Renxue.

When Qian Renxue revealed her true face, Lu Yunzhou's previously calm expression shifted to one of intrigued admiration. Smiling, he said lightly, "Now, that's more like it."

"You are indeed remarkable, Mr. Lu. To see through a disguise I've maintained flawlessly for over twenty years…" Qian Renxue spoke respectfully, relief flickering in her eyes as she sensed Lu Yunzhou bore her no malice.

Without wasting time on pleasantries, Lu Yunzhou, fully aware of her purpose in seeking him out, cut to the chase. "Ask your questions. I'll answer three—no more. Understood?"

Seeing Lu Yunzhou firmly in control, Qian Renxue, realizing she was outmatched, nodded respectfully and replied, "Understood." She knew full well that in this situation, there was no room for arrogance. Even as the Holy Maiden of Spirit Hall and heir to the Heaven Dou Empire, facing a cultivator of Lu Yunzhou's caliber, her only choice was to swallow her pride.

"The first question you asked was whether a cultivator can bring someone back to life. The answer is yes, but reviving someone who's been dead for years is exceedingly difficult—nearly impossible." He offered a slight smile. "That's your first question. You still have two left."

Qian Renxue's face darkened slightly at his response. Her hope of resurrecting Qian Xunji had been dashed, but she still had questions to ask. Collecting herself, she quickly asked her second, "My next question is simple. I want to know about you, Mr. Lu. Where do you come from, and why are you interested in Dugu Yan?"

Amused, Lu Yunzhou chuckled. "That's two questions in one—but fine, I'll count it as one for the sake of our pleasant ride."

Qian Renxue blushed, bowing her head slightly. "Thank you, Mr. Lu."

"There's not much to tell about me. I come from Suotuo City, a part of Heaven Dou Empire, and was just an ordinary orphan until three years ago, when I became a cultivator by chance. You can verify this if you like; with your standing in Spirit Hall and as Heaven Dou's crown prince, it shouldn't be hard to confirm."

"As for Dugu Yan… well, I made a promise to her grandfather, Dugu Bo, that I'd look after her."

Outside, as Snake Spear Douluo Yu Long guided the carriage, he nearly gasped as he heard the phrase "three years" and "ordinary person." Shocked, he thought, "Three years! It took him three years to go from an ordinary person to a cultivator capable of matching a Pinnacle Douluo! In just three years, he's reached heights that took me decades, even a lifetime. Truly, comparisons are maddening!"

For a moment, he wished he could abandon everything to pursue cultivation. Though Lu Yunzhou's words were astonishing, Yu Long doubted he was lying, considering Qian Renxue seemed to accept it as truth.

Meanwhile, Qian Renxue struggled to digest the revelation. Three years—from a mere mortal to a Foundation-Establishing cultivator, an existence rivaling Titled Douluo—was beyond her comprehension. To most Soul Masters, advancing ten levels in three years was remarkable; yet here was Lu Yunzhou, who had reached an unimaginable pinnacle in the same time span. Her awe of cultivators deepened as she realized just how rare and unfathomable they were.

"Well then, you still have one last question. Go ahead," Lu Yunzhou reminded her gently, breaking her reverie.

But before Qian Renxue could respond, two overwhelming waves of Soul Power suddenly erupted in the distance.

Sensing this, Lu Yunzhou smiled and said, "Looks like now's not the time. Perhaps I'll answer your third question on another occasion, Miss Xue."

Nodding slightly, Qian Renxue responded, "Thank you, Mr. Lu. For all the guidance you've given me today, I am eternally grateful. Should you ever need my assistance, simply call, and I will answer—even if it means braving mountains of blades or seas of fire."

With that, she resumed her disguise as the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou.

A dignified voice called out from outside the carriage. "Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, here to pay my respects to Mr. Lu."

Another voice followed closely. "Yu Yuanzhen of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, I have long admired Mr. Lu's divine power and extraordinary strength. Forgive my uninvited presence; I hope Mr. Lu will excuse the intrusion."

Without hesitation, Lu Yunzhou replied, "It's always a pleasure to welcome guests from afar. However, I have pressing matters at hand. Would you two be willing to wait until I've finished my business, after which we can sit and chat at length?"

Two bold affirmatives rang out across the sky.

Yu Yuanzhen's purpose in seeking Lu Yunzhou was straightforward. He wanted to test himself against a cultivator and see if Lu Yunzhou's lightning was truly as formidable as rumored. As for Ning Fengzhi, he had come with hopes of forming an alliance with Lu Yunzhou.

Before long, the luxurious carriage arrived at its destination—the front gate of Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

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