Qian Renxue's identity in Heaven Dou was undoubtedly one of the highest secrets of the Spirit Hall. This was not only because it involved the plan to usurp the empire but also because it concerned Qian Renxue's own position within the Spirit Hall.
Like the young lady of a noble family, although Qian Renxue was not favored by Pope Bibi Dong, she had a grandfather who was one of the continent's most powerful fighters. Moreover, Qiandao Liu was the most revered Great Enshrinement of the Spirit Hall.
Qian Renxue altered her appearance using a Soul Bone inherited from the Spirit Hall, its power so great that it was impossible for anyone to see through it. The only way someone could know her true identity was if she revealed it herself.
The two of them had watched Qian Renxue grow up since she was a child. Now that she was older and becoming closer to others, it made them feel quite uncomfortable.
Serpent Spear Douluo lowered his eyes and gently shook his head: "There's no immediate danger, otherwise the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School wouldn't have acted to kill Prince Xue Xing. But I'm afraid they might be using Xiaoxue."
"Ning Fengzhi is famously cunning. If he's making such a move, he must have seen some advantage for himself in Xiaoxue."
"Now that Xiaoxue and the Pope are at odds, I'm afraid Ning Fengzhi might take this opportunity to gain Xiaoxue's trust and use it to seize influence in the Heaven Dou Empire."
The situation in the Heaven Dou Empire was now clear for them. The next step was to solidify their positions by placing their people in key roles. However, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School had suddenly intervened, clearly aiming to take a share of this vast empire.
"Hmph! Ning Fengzhi really has a good plan!" Thorn Blood Douluo sneered: "But he might have miscalculated one thing. Although Xiaoxue is of noble status, she hasn't fully matured yet. The one who truly holds the power now is still the Pope."
"Moreover, Xiaoxue and the Pope are still mother and daughter. Their current discord is only temporary. Once they reconcile, I wonder how Ning Fengzhi will handle himself!"
Serpent Spear Douluo nodded with a smile: "Coincidentally, I received news from Yue Guan that the Pope is very interested in the hidden weapons replicated by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. However, he has been repeatedly refused when trying to approach Yu Xiaogang."
"Since Yue Guan can't handle it, let's give him a hand. Doesn't Ning Fengzhi have them? Why go the long way around? Let's just ask the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School directly."
"Haha, now I want to see if Ning Fengzhi is willing to part with them. After all, he spent over twenty million Gold Soul Coins just to buy the finished products."
Thorn Blood Douluo suddenly burst into laughter: "If he's unwilling, it will be quite amusing."
The two of them had also been involved in the aftermath of the fire at the Seven Treasure Factory. When they learned that the weapons called hidden weapons were worth twenty million Gold Soul Coins just for the finished products, not including the materials, they were secretly astonished.
However, considering the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's ability to generate wealth, they wouldn't have invested such a large sum without the promise of high returns.
Now that the Pope is interested, it's up to Ning Fengzhi to make a significant sacrifice.
Thorn Blood turned his head to look at Serpent Spear: "This time, will you go or should I?"
"This time, I'll go."
Serpent Spear Douluo smiled, stood up, and walked over to Qian Renxue's desk: "Young Master, there's news from Spirit City that they are very interested in the hidden weapons produced by the Seven Treasure Factory."
The general said that this weapon is very suitable for equipping our army and would greatly assist in the subsequent plans of the Spirit Hall. He wanted the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to provide a blueprint.
Serpent Spear Douluo knew that Qian Renxue was currently at odds with Bibidong, so he didn't mention that this was Bibidong's idea.
Based on his past experience, given Qian Renxue's emphasis on the future plans of the Spirit Hall, she would definitely agree and take active steps.
Qian Renxue was very busy now. Not only were there many loyalists of Emperor Xue Ye, but also many who were loyal to Xue Xing needed to be dealt with.
If she wanted to prevent Heavenly Dou from falling into a state of disarray, she needed to take over everything now, familiarize herself with the processes, and then assign them to reliable people.
Therefore, a large number of noble affairs had now fallen on her shoulders.
But governing a country is not a simple matter. With all sorts of things piling up, sometimes she felt a bit overwhelmed.
Although her mental strength was formidable, the constant operation of her brain still caused significant fatigue.
And at such a time, the two people sitting not far away were occasionally whispering and laughing out loud, which annoyed Qian Renxue immensely.
However, since they were elders and had followed her for many years, Qian Renxue couldn't say much.
Who would have thought that before she could make things difficult for them, they would first cause her some trouble.
What Spirit City? It was undoubtedly Bibidong's idea. After all, her grandfather didn't manage these matters. Who else but the Pope would dare to directly convey things to her?
"I remember Yu Xiaogang also has hidden weapons, right? Since our Pope has already protected him from me, why not make him contribute something?"
Qian Renxue put down her pen and looked at Serpent Spear Douluo with a meaningful gaze.
This was the second time these two had sided with Bibidong. The last time, it was only under Li Xun's suggestion that she gave them a chance to monitor Xue Xing and Xue Beng.
Although she didn't issue a kill order, the fact that these two Title Douluo managed to lose track of their targets showed they didn't take her mission seriously.
Serpent Spear Douluo smiled bitterly, "Young Master, Elder Yueguan said that Yu Xiaogang is holding on tightly and won't relent. Even when the Pope asked for some hidden weapon blueprints, he refused to budge.
He had no choice but to see if he could negotiate with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School through you."
"Moreover, in the last incident, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School not only took back the Gold Soul Coins but also made an extra ten million, essentially getting the weapon-making method for free. They didn't lose out."
"Whether the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School lost out or not, I don't know. What I do know is that Yu Xiaogang saved his life here. Isn't his life worth some hidden weapon-making methods?"
Qian Renxue's expression turned cold, "Since you brought this up, the two elders can go handle this matter. It will save the Pope from being anxious."
"As for the list, I'll find someone to handle it. No need to trouble the two elders."
After saying this, Qian Renxue no longer paid attention to anything else and continued to focus on her work. After a moment, as if remembering something, she looked up at Serpent Spear and Ci Xue.
"By the way, if Yu Xiaogang really refuses to provide the weapon blueprints, then take his life back. After all, it was our Spirit Hall that saved him, wasn't it?"
Serpent Spear Douluo was momentarily stunned, looking at Qian Renxue with a dazed expression. Both of them suddenly realized that the Spirit Hall Young Master, whom they had watched grow up, now seemed somewhat unfamiliar.
After a long while, Serpent Spear Douluo finally regained his composure. He glanced at Qian Renxue, who was busily writing, and slowly returned to Ci Xue's side.
Ci Xue was also bewildered. He hadn't expected things to turn out this way. Not only had their mission been revoked, but they were also being sent to assist Juhua Guan.
It felt as though they were just two insignificant fringe figures, while the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was Qian Renxue's trusted inner circle.
"What should we do?" Serpent Spear asked Ci Xue with a look.
"How should I know?" Ci Xue shrugged.
"Sigh! Let's go find Yu Xiaogang for the blueprints first."