Chapter 35: Chapter 35: Hu Liena
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"If I fail to reach the legendary step, I will follow your advice and find someone to pass on my bloodline," Qian Renhan said as he once again engaged in a sword duel with Qian Daoliu.
Qian Daoliu opened his mouth to speak, but stopped himself. In truth, he preferred not to have Qian Renhan reproduce. He couldn't find a girl with a Bright Martial Soul capable of matching the Fallen Angel, let alone someone slightly weaker.
At this very moment, within a Soul Awakening Hall of the Spirit Hall.
A voice full of surprise came from the Awakener, "An extraordinary Martial Soul—the Heavenly Fox! Your innate soul power is at level 9, close to level 10. Based on my years of experience awakening Martial Souls, your innate soul power is likely around 9.7."
"Little girl, what is your name?"
The Awakener asked again. Such a genius had to be registered and reported to the Spirit Hall for proper cultivation. A child raised in the orphanage of Spirit Hall, fed by the Spirit Hall—there was no way she wouldn't join the organization.
"My name is Hu Liena."
In the Hexagram Soul Awakening Formation stood a girl with orange shoulder-length hair, two pairs of fox ears atop her head, a delicate face, thin lips, and crescent-shaped eyebrows. Her eyes, now pink due to the Martial Soul's awakening, were clear and pure, yet brimming with enchanting allure, capable of captivating any man's heart. Her skin was flawless, white as snow, and a fluffy pink fox tail swayed behind her, evoking an irresistible urge to grab it.
It was easy to imagine that once Hu Liena grew up, she would undoubtedly be a world-class beauty. With her Martial Soul's awakening, her charm would only increase exponentially.
The Awakener nodded slightly. "Hu Liena, that's a beautiful name. I will report your talent to the Spirit Hall. I'm sure a Titled Douluo elder will come soon to take you as an apprentice."
"No need," a clear, melodious voice interrupted. "Leave this little girl to me. I will be her teacher."
Bibi Dong entered, having overheard the conversation as she passed the Awakening Hall. After observing with her spiritual power, she realized that the girl had the Heavenly Fox Martial Soul. Her heart immediately stirred with the thought of taking her on as an apprentice.
With innate soul power of 9.7 and an exceptional Martial Soul, coupled with the rare Spiritual attribute, this girl could definitely grow into a Titled Douluo in the future. With proper training, she would become a powerhouse, and as a Spiritual Soul Master, she would be nearly unbeatable at her level, except by some extraordinarily gifted individuals.
"Greetings, Your Highness, the Saintess."
The Awakener immediately bowed as soon as he saw Bibi Dong.
Bibi Dong nodded slightly and turned her attention to the starry-eyed Hu Liena. She smiled and patted her head. "Your name is Hu Liena, right?"
"Yes, Saintess sister," Hu Liena replied, her eyes filled with admiration. In the Spirit Hall orphanage, two people were the most famous: one was the super genius with twin Martial Souls and innate full soul power—the current Saintess, Bibi Dong. The other was the young master of the Spirit Hall, Qian Renhan, who had crushed the younger generation of the top three sects. Hu Liena had never imagined that she would one day meet one of them, and that person would even accept her as a disciple.
Bibi Dong asked, "Would you like to be my disciple?"
"Yes, yes, Saintess sister!" Hu Liena nearly jumped with excitement.
Bibi Dong nodded in satisfaction. "Since you're my disciple, why are you still calling me Saintess sister?"
Hu Liena quickly corrected herself, "Teacher."
"You're a smart child. Come, follow me."
Bibi Dong gently took Hu Liena's hand and led her toward the Pope's Hall. As she looked at Hu Liena's obedient and cute appearance, she couldn't help but feel a pang of affection, a feeling she hadn't experienced in years. The image of Qian Renxue with her Angel Martial Soul, and Qian Renhan, who had discarded her and her feelings as if she were nothing, stirred long-buried maternal instincts and filled the emptiness in her heart, albeit slightly.
As they ascended the steps of the Pope's Mountain, Bibi Dong suddenly spoke, "Nana, from today on, you will live with me. I will use all the knowledge I have to help you succeed."
Hu Liena froze for a moment, gazing at Bibi Dong's beautiful and kind face. Her eyes began to well with tears. "Thank you, thank you, Teacher."
"What's wrong? Why are you crying? Did someone bully you in the orphanage?" Bibi Dong crouched down to wipe away Hu Liena's tears.
Hu Liena shook her head, her voice trembling as she spoke. "It's not that, Teacher. I just suddenly thought of my mother, who sacrificed herself to protect me."
The Hu Liena family had been annihilated, with only the siblings escaping under cover. Because their family had ties to the Spirit Hall, they were taken in by the orphanage in Soul City.
Bibi Dong nodded slightly and gently rubbed Hu Liena's head. She spoke softly, "Nana, don't worry. Teacher will protect you. No one will make you suffer."
Hearing these warm words, Hu Liena smiled obediently, her expression brightening. "Thank you, Teacher. Teacher, I also have an older brother. He's studying at the Soul Master Academy now. His innate soul power is level eight, close to level nine. He always protected me in the orphanage, which is why no one ever bullied me."
At these words, Bibi Dong froze for a moment. Another prodigy, with innate soul power that might even have the potential to challenge a Titled Douluo in the future. She had truly stumbled upon a treasure.
Bibi Dong nodded, a slight smile forming on her face. "Nana, the knowledge the instructors at the Soul Master Academy teach can't compare to what I can offer. Once you've finished your training with me, I'll send you to the academy to continue your studies, okay?"
The Soul Master Academy was located just outside Soul City. It was where the descendants of elders or the elite of the city went to further their training. Almost all of Soul City's geniuses attended, except for Qian Renxue and Qian Renhan.
As the inheritor of the Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul and the Saintess of Spirit Hall, Qian Renxue was the successor to the next Pope. She couldn't attend the Soul Master Academy and instead stayed by Qian Daoliu's side for further cultivation. Bibi Dong, also once a Saintess, followed the same path in her youth, studying under Qian Xunji to ensure her safety. As for Qian Renhan, he wasn't restricted. However, he had little interest in the academy, feeling it was a waste of time.
"Okay, Teacher," Hu Liena replied enthusiastically.
Not far from Soul Hall, on a towering mountain peak, Qian Xunji stood with his hands clasped behind his back, flanked by two Titled Douluo and a large entourage of Spirit Hall personnel. They were watching quietly as a middle-aged man, tall and wounded with blood covering his body, lay on the ground. The middle-aged man was none other than Tang Hao.
Soul City was located at the border of two great empires, and Shrek Village was one of the small villages on the border. The battleground was not far from Shrek Village, and with the speed of the Angel Martial Soul, Tang Hao, weighed down by his two legs and his burdens, stood no chance against Qian Xunji's six wings. He was quickly caught and defeated, knocked to the ground.
Qian Xunji spoke coldly, "Tang Hao, in the name of the Haotian Clan, hand her over. I'll spare your life."
"Over my dead body, Qian Xunji! If you want to hurt her, you'll have to step over my corpse first!" Tang Hao roared, his hands clutching his chest, struggling to rise.
(End of Chapter)