NOVEL NEXT Chapter 59: Chapter 59: Lu Yunzhou’s Goal, Heading to the Star Dou Forest
Feeling the earth-shattering transformation within himself, Qian Daoliu's face lit up with a rare smile. His heart brimmed with joy, a level of elation he hadn't experienced in years.
After slowly coming back to his senses, Qian Daoliu stood and respectfully bowed to Lu Yunzhou, cupping his hands as he said, "Thank you, Mr. Lu, for this extraordinary grace. Qian Daoliu is eternally grateful!"
Previously, Qian Daoliu's respect for Lu Yunzhou stemmed from his immense strength, profound techniques, and unique capabilities. But now, his respect had transformed into genuine reverence. Qian Daoliu was awed, humbled, and entirely convinced of Lu Yunzhou's greatness.
In response, Lu Yunzhou curved his lips into a subtle smile and replied calmly,
"No need for gratitude. It was but a trifling matter."
After speaking, Lu Yunzhou casually inquired, "Senior, now that you've advanced to the Golden Core stage, how do you feel?"
Faced with Lu Yunzhou's question, Qian Daoliu pondered for a moment before answering, "I have never felt so refreshed. It's as if I've been reborn. From now on, I am no longer bound by the constraints of the Angel God's lingering shadow. This feeling is liberating, as though I've been completely unshackled!"
As he spoke, Qian Daoliu's gratitude deepened. Without Lu Yunzhou, there would be no Qian Daoliu of today.
Yet this newfound strength also gave rise to a peculiar worry. How could he repay Lu Yunzhou's immense kindness? Perhaps… he could offer his granddaughter to Lu Yunzhou as a way of expressing his gratitude?
As the thought crossed his mind, Qian Daoliu began to evaluate whether his granddaughter was worthy of Lu Yunzhou.
"If she isn't good enough, then perhaps it's acceptable for Xue'er to serve Mr. Lu as a subordinate," Qian Daoliu mused silently, nodding thoughtfully. The idea even brought a satisfied expression to his face, as though he had resolved an important matter.
At that moment, a voice rang out from outside the courtyard.
"Grandfather, are you inside? Are you alright? I just sensed a powerful force emanating from your location, and I was worried about your safety. I came to check on you."
The familiar voice brought joy to Qian Daoliu's heart. Coming back to his senses, he quickly responded, "Come in, Xue'er."
With a wave of his hand, Qian Daoliu opened the courtyard gate.
Hearing her grandfather's response and seeing the gate open, Qian Renxue stepped into the courtyard.
Upon entering, her gaze immediately fell on Lu Yunzhou.
"As expected, this must be related to Mr. Lu," she thought to herself the moment she saw him. Turning her attention to Qian Daoliu, Qian Renxue didn't hesitate to ask directly, "Grandfather, what happened?"
Qian Daoliu made no attempt to hide the truth and recounted everything to her, from beginning to end.
By the time he finished, Qian Renxue's face was filled with shock and disbelief.
Her voice trembled as she stammered, "So… Grandfather, you… you've formed a Golden Core?"
Two millennia. For two thousand years, no one on the Douluo Continent had ascended to such a state of being. And now, out of nowhere, her grandfather, Qian Daoliu, had succeeded!
Qian Renxue could hardly believe it. After all, she had always been considered the most likely candidate to reach such heights, with her mother, Bibi Dong, being the next strongest contender. But her grandfather had beaten both of them to it.
To Qian Renxue, this was undoubtedly due to Lu Yunzhou's influence.
"He's becoming more terrifying by the day," Qian Renxue thought, her breath quickening as memories of her encounters with Lu Yunzhou surfaced in her mind.
With a firm nod, Qian Daoliu confirmed, "That's correct."
He then shifted his admiring gaze to Lu Yunzhou and reminded Qian Renxue,
"It's all thanks to Mr. Lu!"
As if recalling something important, Qian Daoliu added, "I've just broken through and need to stabilize my foundation. Xue'er, take good care of Mr. Lu in my absence."
The timing of Qian Daoliu's retreat couldn't have been more deliberate, leaving Lu Yunzhou and Qian Renxue alone.
Once Qian Daoliu left, Qian Renxue noticed that Lu Yunzhou's tea cup was empty. Thoughtfully, she picked up the teapot and poured the cup until it was seventy percent full, then handed it to him with both hands.
"Thank you, Mr. Lu, for helping my grandfather reach the Golden Core stage. The Qian family will forever remember your great kindness. Should you ever need anything, even if it means braving fire and sword, the Qian family will oblige without hesitation!"
Receiving the tea from her, Lu Yunzhou smiled faintly and replied, "As it happens, there is indeed something I need your family's help with."
Hearing this, Qian Renxue quickly responded, "Please, Mr. Lu, just say the word."
For Qian Renxue, Lu Yunzhou's matters had become her own, and she was eager to fulfill any request he had.
Finally, Lu Yunzhou spoke, "Once your grandfather completes his seclusion, have him accompany me to the Star Dou Forest."
Qian Renxue was momentarily stunned.
The Star Dou Forest? Again?
That place was now practically desolate, with even its two great kings gone. The only transformed Soul Beast was already under Lu Yunzhou's control. What purpose could he have for going back there?
Unable to make sense of it, she cautiously asked, "Mr. Lu, may I ask what we're going there for?"
Lu Yunzhou responded cryptically, "The secrets of heaven must not be revealed."
Qian Renxue: "…"
Though dissatisfied with his vague reply, she refrained from probing further.
Lu Yunzhou's goal this time was simple: to achieve his own breakthrough into the Golden Core realm. Instead of relying on others to guard the Ethereal Sanctuary, he preferred to rely on himself.
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