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"Nana, behave properly."
Seeing Qian Renjue's disapproving gaze, Hu Liena felt both embarrassed and a bit resentful.
Why is it that stupid bunny always gets to lick Senior Brother, but I can't?
Am I less skilled in licking than that rabbit?
Hu Liena cast a frustrated glance at the little rabbit gnawing on a yam by Qian Renjue's feet.
Smack!
Qian Renjue flicked Hu Liena on the forehead.
"Alright, Nana, let go of me. Senior Brother has another gift for you."
"A gift?!"
Hu Liena, rubbing her forehead, looked up, her previous disappointment gone, replaced with a coy and charming smile.
"Yes."
Qian Renjue nodded slightly, smiling as he wiped away a droplet from the corner of her mouth. He then took out a pearl-like pill.
"This is the Autumn Water Soul Condensing Pill. It won't enhance your cultivation level, but it will make your charm technique even stronger."
"Make my charm technique stronger?!"
Hu Liena's eyes gleamed with excitement.
She always felt that a soul technique that couldn't entice Senior Brother wasn't a good soul technique.
If she took this pill, would she finally be able to charm him? At the very least, could she get him to look at her more?
"Thank you, Senior Brother~!"
Hu Liena raised her delicate face, blushing, wanting to kiss him, but she wasn't tall enough to reach.
She could only twist affectionately in his embrace, her fox ears turning pink, her soul rings shimmering.
Her fox tail swayed so much that it lightly brushed Qian Renjue's face, her expression full of tenderness and allure.
"Alright, take it now," Qian Renjue said, rolling his eyes.
He didn't dare let the little fox keep rubbing against him.
With a sigh, he pinched her chin and gently pressed the pill against her red lips.
"Mmm~"
Hu Liena softly replied, opening her mouth slightly.
With a small push forward, her thin lips enveloped the pill, and her tongue rolled it into her stomach.
"..."
Feeling the moist sensation swirling around his fingers, Qian Renjue fell silent.
Pop!
He silently pushed Hu Liena aside, wiping his now wet fingers and frowning.
"Sit down and start absorbing the medicinal energy."
"Y-yes, Senior Brother."
Slightly flustered, Hu Liena quickly complied, sitting cross-legged to absorb the pill's energy under the amused gaze of Ling Yuan Douluo.
"What a reckless girl," Qian Renjue muttered, wiping his hand as he noticed Ling Yuan Douluo's teasing gaze.
He awkwardly stopped what he was doing, earning a chuckle.
"Thank you, Your Highness!"
Both Xie Yue and Yan had just finished absorbing their pills and they were overjoyed. They kneeled down on one knee.
"Quiet down. Nana isn't done yet. Stand up," Qian Renjue waved his hand.
Ling Yuan Douluo also stopped her teasing chuckle at this moment.
"Yes."
Xie Yue glanced at his sister, then straightened up with Yan.
Before they could fully gather their thoughts, a big reward dropped on them again.
"This is the Nine-Rank Soul Ascension Pill. If you're under the rank of Soul King and it's your first time taking it, it will instantly raise your soul power by one level."
Qian Renjue smiled warmly as two purple pills floated in front of Xie Yue and Yan.
"The best time to take it is naturally at level 49."
"Take them."
Xie Yue and Yan were already numb with astonishment.
While dazing, they took the purple pills into their hands.
"Your Highness…"
"Remember to repay the favor. Don't forget the kindness Spirit Hall has shown to you."
Qian Renjue's expression became more serious as he spoke, his eyes sharp.
"Rest assured, Your Highness. We will devote ourselves to our training and swear our loyalty in return for Spirit Hall's nurturing and your guidance!"
Xie Yue solemnly vowed, followed by Yan.
Qian Renjue looked at them and nodded slightly.
"Keep that in mind. I have other matters to attend to. You two look after Nana."
"Yes, Your Highness! We will remember!"
…
"Siister Ling, accompany me to the Pope's Hall."
"As you command!"
Qian Renjue called Ling Yuan Douluo and walked away, followed closely by her.
The soft-boned rabbit, hugging her yam, bounced behind them, leaving Hu Liena who was cross-legged on the ground, while Xie Yue and Yan, still holding the pills, exchanged glances filled with ambition and determination.
Xie Yue slowly stood up, watching Qian Renjue leave, whispering to himself, "His Highness is terrifying."
"Yeah, way too strong. My fire is nothing before him."
Yan scratched his red hair, his voice filled with lingering fear. "Back then… I really thought we were going to die."
"The whole sky went dark… Who wouldn't be scared?"
Xie Yue shuddered, recalling Qian Renjue's strange state.
…
On the way to the Pope's Hall, Ling Yuan Douluo asked with some concern:
"Your Highness, isn't it a bit premature to give them the Soul Ascension Pills now?"
"They're geniuses and smart enough. If they really want to use it, they'll work even harder to reach level 49 as soon as possible."
Qian Renjue smiled confidently, turning back to explain, "If they lack the discipline to do that, then I'd have to question their ability and loyalty. It would be better to focus on another talent sooner."
Ling Yuan Douluo's eyes lit up. She hadn't expected the usually easy-going Holy Son to have such calculated plans.
"Your Highness truly lives up to the title of Holy Son."
"Ah, Sister Ling, it's not that impressive," Qian Renjue chuckled, shrugging. "Compared to my mom and sister, I've got a long way to go."
"No matter what, you'll always be Ling Yuan's Holy Son," Ling Yuan Douluo said softly, smiling sincerely as she gazed at his side profile.
"Then I'd better do my best."
Feeling a bit pressured, Qian Renjue joked, "I'll be counting on your help."
"Ling Yuan will always assist you."
…
Soon, Qian Renjue arrived at the Pope's Hall.
"Teacher."
Seeing a red-robed cardinal reporting to Bibi Dong, Qian Renjue greeted her respectfully.
"Mmm."
Bibi Dong nodded slightly, dismissing the others. "You may all leave now. Find Ghost Douluo if anything comes up."
"Your Majesty, Holy Son, we shall take our leave."
The red-robed cardinal bowed and slowly retreated from the Pope's Hall.
"Mom, why do you need Grandpa Ghost for this matter?"
Qian Renjue walked up the steps naturally.
"Nothing major, just checking the accounts on our subsidies for the soul masters in different regions."
Bibi Dong rubbed her temples, removing her laurel crown.
"Those who dare pocketing illegal funds won't get away!"
"Want me to help?"
Qian Renjue sat beside her, taking her crown and placing it on the table.
"No need. Just stay here with me."
Bibi Dong gently shook her head, leaning against Qian Renjue's shoulder, her anger dissipating.
She softly rubbed against him and said, "Enough about business. What brings you here to mom?"
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