The Soulful Gaze and a Smile (3)

"Hmmm, she wouldn't allow me to do this."

After a moment of silence, The Divine glanced over before adding the final sentence, imbued with profound implication. "So, in the path of ancient martial arts, innate talent may seem primary, but in reality, it's secondary. It's Xiang'er that matters most."

Xiang'er was insignificant; what truly mattered were the Spirit Crystals!

Xu Xiaoshou's eye twitched, the pain already starting to ache in his flesh before he even bled...

Indeed, beasts weren't easily coerced; the cost was steep!

But as he watched Bei Huai's soul body gradually regain his mobility on the horizon, he sighed deeply:

"I'm sorry, The Divine, but I might have to offend you a little."

"What?"

"From now on, until the end of the battle, you can consider me your Xiang'er."

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The Divine raised his eyebrows high, almost knocking this little imp to the ground with a punch.