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Chapter 437: Chapter 437: Playing Hard to Get with Qian Renxue?

"Of course, it was the old monster's strength," Su Ming replied smoothly, showing no sign of hesitation. "You may not know, but he's already reached level 97. With the quality upgrade to his Jade Phosphor Serpent Emperor venom, he could kite Yu Yuanzhen with ease."

Qian Renxue narrowed her eyes, giving him a skeptical look. Was she supposed to believe that?

"Then?" she pressed. "Are you saying you and Dugu Bo took Yu Yuanzhen down?"

"Yes," Su Ming shrugged, "but it was mainly the old monster's work. Qian Renxue, I'm just a humble Soul King—how could I be Yu Yuanzhen's match? It was hard enough just protecting my teammates."

Qian Renxue stared at him with a hint of frustration. He was being so evasive. Su Ming had said he only saw her as a friend, and he seemed to be sticking to that, showing no real sign of deeper interest. Qian Renxue had initially thought he was playing hard to get, but now, even after knowing each other for quite some time, he hadn't made a single move. Was his interest really not there?

Annoyed, she thought, Am I not as attractive as those girls around him? She couldn't help comparing herself, feeling that her appearance and charm were unmatched. Could Su Ming really be so disinterested?

Su Ming, on the other hand, was inwardly satisfied with his approach. He already had Xiao Wu, Ning Rongrong, Ye Lingling, and Huo Wu; his relationships with Dugu Yan and Zhu Zhuqing were progressing well, and he had caught the attention of Shui Bing'er and her sisters. There was no reason for him to chase Qian Renxue. He figured her complex personality required her to make the first move. With someone as scheming as Qian Renxue, he mused, it's best if she comes to me.

If Su Ming read her correctly, Qian Renxue had a slight tendency towards seeking things she couldn't easily attain. And judging by her puzzled expression, his reverse tactics were working.

"Fine," she said, not entirely satisfied. "Since you're alright, I'll be going."

Just as she turned to leave, she paused, her tone mysterious. "Oh, one more thing, Su Ming. I thought you'd find this interesting."

"What is it?" he asked, intrigued.

"Yu Xiaogang came to see Bibi Dong a few days ago, asking her for a cultivation method for twin martial souls. In return, she cut off one of his arms and crippled his entire cultivation. He's a complete waste now."

Su Ming froze for a second before bursting into laughter. "That Yu Xiaogang got exactly what he deserved! His disciple is a sworn enemy of Wuhun Hall, and yet he had the nerve to think he could ask favors from the Pope? Did he think he was someone special?"

Indeed, Su Ming wasn't entirely surprised; his system had already informed him that Liu Erlong and Bibi Dong had access to Yu Xiaogang's skeletons. What puzzled him was that Bibi Dong had only crippled him rather than killed him outright. Bibi Dong's goal was to slowly expose Yu Xiaogang's misdeeds, revealing to the world that his so-called "theories" were mostly plagiarized or flawed.

Just as Su Ming thought Qian Renxue would leave, she unexpectedly leaned in and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek. Then, without another word, she activated her spirit bone skill, resuming her disguise as Xue Qinghe, and left his room.

Su Ming was caught off guard by her bold move. Was this some kind of reverse tactic on her part? Apparently, Qian Renxue was determined. If Su Ming wouldn't make a move, she thought, then she'd step up and change his mind. After all, she was confident in her charm and would make him hers. But in truth, her heart was racing, and her face was flushed; this was her first time kissing someone.

Back in her room, her Titled Douluo guards appeared. Dolphin Douluo blurted out, "Young Master, why is your face so red?"


Chapter 438: Chapter 438: Manipulating Wuhun Hall’s Strategy?

Qian Renxue's heart skipped a beat at the question, but she forced herself to remain calm. "It's nothing, just a bit warm." Her attendants exchanged puzzled glances—could spirit masters really feel uncomfortable because of the heat? And besides, the weather was far from warm.

Sensing their confusion, Qian Renxue quickly shifted topics. "Spear and Dolphin Douluo, how are your injuries?"

The two replied respectfully, "Young Master, we received healing from the Wuhun Hall's spirit healer elders upon our return. We're fully recovered."

Then, Qian Renxue turned to Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo. "What are your thoughts on Tang San?" she asked, her tone measured.

Chrysanthemum Douluo responded first. "We underestimated that brat. He used that old orangutan as a shield, or else Tang Hao would've been seriously injured, if not killed, by our last strike."

Ghost Douluo nodded in agreement. "Tang San's character is chillingly ruthless for someone so young. In that situation, even a second's hesitation, and Lingyuan's ninth spirit skill would have injured Tang Hao. This kid must be eliminated! And considering the Young Master's mention of Tang San showing dark spirit master tendencies, Wuhun Hall is obligated to act."

Qian Renxue nodded slightly. The circumstances of Titan's death, combined with the rumors about Tang San being a dark spirit master, presented Wuhun Hall with an opportunity for some manipulation. Given that the Spirit Master Tournament was a focal event across the continent, Wuhun Hall could exploit this chance to ruin Tang San, Tang Hao, and even the reputation of the Clear Sky Clan. This way, the world would see that it wasn't out of fear of Tang San's talent but because of his dangerous nature that Wuhun Hall wanted to eliminate him.

After a moment's hesitation, Chrysanthemum Douluo spoke up. "Young Master, I'd like to meet Su Ming. There's something about him—or rather, someone close to him—that intrigues me."

"Who?" Qian Renxue asked, slightly furrowing her brows.

"His companion named Xiao Wu," Chrysanthemum Douluo replied. "The aura she exudes... it resonates with my martial spirit in a way I haven't experienced before."

Qian Renxue quickly understood—Chrysanthemum Douluo was reacting to the aura of the Lovesick Heartbreak Red Xiao Wu had once absorbed, even though the flower had long merged into her being.

Qian Renxue's eyes narrowed. "If Xiao Wu has such an aura, you're not planning to take it from her, are you?"

Cold sweat formed on Chrysanthemum Douluo's brow. "I wouldn't dare. I know her relationship with Su Ming. I'm simply intrigued. Should Su Ming possess such treasures, I'd gladly pay whatever price to acquire one for myself."

Ghost Douluo raised an eyebrow, slightly surprised at Chrysanthemum Douluo's eagerness. But since he had his own interest in another of Su Ming's companions, he remained silent for now. Qian Renxue pondered the situation and eventually agreed. After all, Su Ming had spoken highly of the two elders, and it wouldn't hurt to let them test the waters with Su Ming.

In recent months, Bibi Dong's actions had further cemented her support for the two elders by awarding them each a valuable 50,000-year-old spirit bone as a reward for their years of loyalty. It was a sign that her views of them had shifted, and her recent act of appreciation had touched them deeply. Still, both elders were stuck at level 95 despite their efforts. The prospect of breaking through this bottleneck was almost intoxicating, and Chrysanthemum Douluo felt hopeful that Su Ming could provide a solution.

That evening, Su Ming was quietly training, focusing on his mental energy to regain what he had lost. After feeling close to a breakthrough for days, a sudden surge marked his success: his mental power finally reached the Vast Sea realm! Su Ming was thrilled by the advancement, but it also reminded him of the challenge he faced. The strain from using his full-body Susanoo had been extreme—could it be that Susanoo needed to rely exclusively on his mental energy? Perhaps if he could find a way to bolster it with spirit energy, he'd gain better endurance.

Reflecting on his recent battle with Yu Yuanzhen, Su Ming realized that Susanoo's potential went far beyond simple defense. It could have offensive applications, too—like the teleportation trick he'd used to deflect attacks. The concept of a "counter-shield" that redirected his enemy's attacks back on them, all without harm to himself, had enormous potential.


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