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Qian Renxue looked at Qian Renjue being held up by Qian Xunji and couldn't help but smile. The sight was just so odd.
Qian Renjue, holding onto Qian Xunji's shoulders, felt a bit embarrassed.
"Ha ha, it's just that Dad is so happy."
Fortunately, Qian Xunji didn't hold him for long and soon set Qian Renjue down.
He affectionately ruffled Qian Renjue's hair, reflecting on how quickly his son was growing up.
"Dad, Jue, the food is getting cold."
Qian Renxue, sitting at the table and resting her cheek on her hand, smiled with a hint of teasing.
"Yes, let's eat first and talk later."
Qian Xunji patted Qian Renjue on the shoulder and sat back down.
"Hmm."
Qian Renjue nodded and sat back next to Qian Renxue, taking the bowl of food she handed him.
Though Qian Xunji didn't speak further, his joy was evident.
As long as they could deal with Tang Hao—or their child—they could easily force that soul beast into a sacrificial offering.
It was definitely feasible!
However, Qian Xunji's expression soon turned to one of concern.
"What's Dad thinking about?"
Qian Renxue noticed Qian Xunji's odd demeanor as she was serving him food.
"Nothing, nothing."
Qian Xunji forced a laugh and shook his head.
Qian Renjue looked up, raised an eyebrow, and after a moment's thought, said with a smile:
"Dad, are you worried about Mom? Sister and I can talk to her if you want."
"Haha, no need. Dad will handle it."
Qian Xunji shook his head with a smile.
These matters were his responsibility.
"Are you really okay with it?"
Qian Renxue was still somewhat worried.
"It's fine. Your mom will definitely be interested in this gift."
Qian Xunji smiled confidently.
"Alright then."
Qian Renxue nodded slightly and didn't press the issue further.
Even if Qian Xunji didn't have it all worked out, she and Qian Renjue could help make up for it later.
"Dad, can we come with you?"
Qianrl Renjue suddenly spoke up.
"What?!"
Qian Xunji was taken aback and didn't immediately understand what Qian Renjue meant.
"Let us come along to hunt the soul beast."
Qian Renjue set down his bowl and looked at Qian Xunji earnestly.
"No! Absolutely not."
Qian Xunji snapped back, his face serious and his refusal firm.
Hunting a hundred-thousand-year soul beast, even a pregnant one, was no child's game.
Additionally, there might be members of the Clear Sky Clan involved.
And Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue's identities had to remain a secret.
"Dad, if we come, we could bring Grandpa Jiang Jun and the others along."
Qian Renjue continued to insist.
Qian Renxue, who was about to speak up, was momentarily silenced.
Bringing their guardians would ensure their safety and might even prevent Qian Xunji from getting hurt.
At the very least, it would extend his safety.
Qian Xunji still shook his head and spoke earnestly:
"Xiao Jue, this is not a place for you. I will protect your mom."
"Dad, I also want to go."
Qian Renxue spoke softly from beside him.
"Xiao Xue, why are you joining in?"
Qian Xunji frowned, surprised that his daughter would be so reckless.
Shouldn't she be trying to persuade Qian Renjue to reconsider?
"Dad, just take us with you. We can stay inside the ring."
Qian Renjie said as he opened his hand to reveal a red diamond ring.
Qian Xunji frowned in confusion, looking at the ring.
"What's this, Xiao Jue?"
"This is a Life Ring! It's a soul-guiding artifact that can contain living things."
"Life Ring?!"
Qian Xunji's face was filled with questions as he took the ring and examined it closely.
Inside the red diamond, there seemed to be a pink sphere floating, which didn't shift no matter how he turned the ring.
Qian Renxue looked at Qian Renjue with astonishment, but quickly composed herself.
"Where did you get this?"
Qian Xunji noticed his soul power wasn't working with the ring.
"I found it by chance in a shop in the city."
Qian Renjje glanced at Qian Renxue, seeing that she showed no sign of surprise, and continued:
"This soul-guiding artifact requires blood to recognize its master. It also needs spiritual power to activate."
Of course, Qian Renjue's explanation was false.
The Life Ring was something he had obtained from the system's inventory.
"Blood recognition? No wonder I can't use it."
Qian Xunji understood but didn't suspect the source.
He was aware that the children were close to him, and Qian Renxue's lack of reaction confirmed there was nothing amiss.
Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue's insistence made him reconsider.
Qian Renjue brought the ring closer and smiled:
"Let's go inside and take a look. It's very spacious."
"Alright, let's see then."
Qian Xunji nodded, and both Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue were intrigued.
With that, Qian Renjue activated the artifact.
Pink threads extended from the ring, enveloping the three of them before transforming into a pink light that vanished from sight.
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"Is this really a soul-guiding artifact?"
Even though Qian Xunji had seen many things, he was still stunned as he looked around.
Qian Renxue was equally amazed, unable to close her mouth in disbelief.
At that moment, they found themselves standing on a grassy field, surrounded by what appeared to be a manor with buildings, rock formations, flowing water, and gardens—like a noble estate.
Qian Xunji, unable to resist, activated his martial spirit and soared into the sky.
Within a few breaths, he reached the boundary.
The area was at least a hundred meters across!
If it were just standing room, it could accommodate tens of thousands of troops!
Qian Xunji, astonished, quickly returned to Qian Renjue and placed his hands on his shoulders.
"Xiao Jue, remember! Don't let anyone know you have this."
"Mm, I understand."
Qian Renjie nodded with a smile.
He then looked up, holding Qian Xunji's arm and asking:
"So, can Dad take us along for the hunt? This artifact is very sturdy."
"…"
Qian Xunji was silent for a moment before reluctantly agreeing.
"Alright, but you two can only stay inside the ring."
"Don't worry, Dad. We won't distract you."
Qian Renxue responded first, looking at Qianrenjie with a soft smile.
With him around, things might turn out differently.
Qian Renjue nodded.
His main goal was to find an opportunity to deal with Tang San.
Even without the hundred-thousand-year Blue Silver Emperor, the Clear Sky Clan and the Spirit Hall would remain enemies.
For enemies, Qian Renjue might feel some sympathy, but he wouldn't let them go unchallenged.
After leaving the Life Ring, Qian Renjue still thought it would be more reliable to bring the two guardians along.
However, Qian Xunji had directly refused.
Facing only Tang Hao, deploying three Title Douluo was already excessive.
…
After leaving the siblings' residence, Qian Xunji swiftly headed towards Bibi Dong's place.
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