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"Hmm? You know about this?"
Qian Daoliu naturally understood Chu Chengzhou's implication—but he hadn't expected the young man to know so much, even about the Angel God's ascension requiring his sacrifice as the Angel God's servant.
"I've researched it a bit. Though unverified, it's theoretically feasible."
"You mentioned this secret technique helps break through bottlenecks—can it be taught to the Spirit Hall's elders?"
After a moment's thought, Qian Daoliu asked.
"Certainly."
Chu Chengzhou nodded. This had always been within his expectations and allowances.
He hadn't shared it earlier because he hadn't yet secured Qian Renxue, and his own power wasn't solidified. If the Spirit Hall gained the Soul Core Method and dramatically expanded its strength, he'd go from riding the wave of the era to drowning in it.
But now—it no longer mattered. From now on, the Spirit Hall would be half his family.
And without reaching the hundredth level to become a god, even mastering the Soul Core Method and condensing three soul cores would still leave them as merely larger ants.
"Excellent! On behalf of the elders, I thank you in advance."
Qian Daoliu smiled amiably.
As a semi-god expert of the current era, Qian Daoliu might lack the ability to create new techniques—but his discernment was sharp.
With this Soul Core Method, many Spirit Hall bishops trapped at the Level 89 Soul Douluo peak could break through to become ninth-ring Titled Douluos.
Those already Titled Douluos, after condensing soul cores, would have a high chance of further breakthroughs.
For example—the six Worships within the Hall of Offerings, all of whom had reached the peak of their current levels years ago.
"By the way, could it be taught to one more person?"
Suddenly, Qian Daoliu asked again.
"An outsider? The Sea God Douluo?"
Chu Chengzhou paused briefly, then narrowed his eyes to ask.
"Eh? How did you know?"
Qian Daoliu choked, his face showing genuine surprise.
When Xiao Wu began her Sea God's Nine Trials, though Qian Daoliu was thousands of miles away in Spirit City, as the Angel God's servant, he had still sensed the emergence of the Sea God's inheritor.
If this inheritor failed the divine trials, it would be fine—but if their talent and strength proved sufficient, Bo Saixi would have no choice but to offer herself as a sacrifice.
Though Bo Saixi, as the Sea God's priestess, worshipped a different deity and was technically a "heathen" he should oppose—it was unfortunate she was a woman, and he had lost his wife long ago...
Chu Chengzhou: Simps never live well!
"Ahem! Actually, the one undergoing the Sea God trials is my girlfriend. I've already given the Soul Core Method to the Sea God Douluo."
Clearing his throat, Chu Chengzhou said.
Qian Daoliu: "..."
SLAM—
The heavy doors shut forcefully as Chu Chengzhou was unceremoniously ejected.
Well—perhaps it was because elderly people were shy. Embarrassed at being exposed as a "simp" in front of a younger man, Qian Daoliu couldn't bear the shame.
But Chu Chengzhou didn't mind. After leaving the Hall of Offerings, he extended his spiritual power and quickly located the person he sought.
By now, night had fallen over Spirit City.
Inside a tavern, square wooden tables were scattered about.
In a corner booth, two young men shared small dishes and several jars of good wine.
"Xie Yue, it's been ages since we saw Nana after the Saintess Ceremony. How about we visit Tian Dou City?"
After downing a cup, Yan suggested to Xie Yue.
"Agreed."
Xie Yue nodded.
His friend wasn't wrong. He hadn't seen his sister in so long—he didn't even know how she was doing. As her elder brother, he should go check on her.
Just then, a voice reached their ears: "May I join you?"
Turning, they saw a white-robed youth smiling as he approached.
"Chu Chengzhou?"
Xie Yue raised an eyebrow.
"What, not welcome?"
Chu Chengzhou asked with a smile—but his movements were swift. He pulled out a chair and plopped down without waiting for an answer.
Xie Yue: "..."
Yan: "..."
Since when were we this close?
But considering Chu Chengzhou wasn't some nobody—and he had defeated them both during the Spirit Master Tournament—he earned his seat.
After all, a few extra cups of wine were no burden.
After the waiter brought extra cups and chopsticks, the self-assured Chu Chengzhou toasted them and said: "Let me introduce myself—I'm Chu Chengzhou. Also Nana's boyfriend."
Spit—
Spit—
Immediately, both men spat out their drinks, drenching the table's appetizers.
Chu Chengzhou: "..."
WTF—how am I supposed to eat now? What, you don't welcome me?
"Ahem! What did you say? You're Nana's boyfriend?"
Xie Yue stared in shock.
"What, Brother-in-Law—I don't look the part?"
Rubbing his chin, Chu Chengzhou replied.
BAM—
"Impossible! Nana would never choose you!"
Boiling Yan Yan slammed the table, his face flushed as he shouted in outrage.
"If not me... could it be you? Brother, I know this is hard to accept—but reality is reality."
Patting Yan's shoulder, Chu Chengzhou said earnestly.
"How can you prove it?"
After a moment's silence, Xie Yue asked.
"Prove it? Nana's on a training journey—she didn't come back this time."
Chu Chengzhou shook his head. The Douluo Continent had no cameras or photos. With his little fox absent, he had no solid evidence to prove he was her boyfriend.
"Hmph!"
Boiling Yan Yan snorted coldly—he clearly saw Chu Chengzhou as another toad trying to eat swan meat.
Huh? Why "another"?
Could it be... no, impossible! Nana's the swan—but I could never be the toad!
SLAP—
"Oh, I nearly forgot!" Chu Chengzhou smacked his forehead. "Brother-in-Law—this is for you!"
He took out a large box radiating unique soul power fluctuations from his storage soul tool.
Inside weren't ordinary items—soul bones. Not just one, but four different limb-position soul bones.
Of course, compared to the one hundred thousand-year soul bones he'd given as betrothal gifts, even combined these four were far less valuable. But their cultivation years weren't low—ranging between thirty to fifty thousand years.
Chu Chengzhou: Once again—thanks to the Star Luo bros' generous gifts!
"Hmm?"
The large box immediately captured their attention.
"Is this... soul bones?"
Xie Yue asked uncertainly.
"No, no—this is a brother-in-law's gift to his future brother-in-law!"
Chu Chengzhou corrected Xie Yue's wording.
"You really are Nana's boyfriend?"
This time, Xie Yue was starting to believe him.
After all—who would waste such precious resources on mere empty words?
And his sister wasn't even here. If Chu Chengzhou wanted to boast, why target him?
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