Chapter 19: Qian Renxue’s Exposure

"How is this possible? Without the support of the Spirit Hall, Zhou Sheng'an actually won? Why? He's just a twenty-year-old Soul King—he shouldn't be this outstanding..."

"No, if it were Xiaogang, he could do it too!"

"This is nothing special!"

Bibi Dong kept repeating these words in her mind, trying to suppress Zhou Sheng'an's brilliance.

The brighter Zhou Sheng'an shone, the dimmer the white moonlight in her heart became.

It had almost become her inner demon!

Reflected from the simulator into reality.

If Yu Xiaogang became unbearable, it would be difficult for her to remain rational and withstand the impact of divine inheritance!

Therefore, Zhou Sheng'an could not be better than Yu Xiaogang!

"This must be fake! He must have a powerful figure supporting him in the shadows! And if he ever faces a true life-and-death crisis, he will surely reveal his true colors!"

"Xiaogang... Xiaogang is the best!"

Bibi Dong clenched her forehead, her fair skin turning pink from the pressure. Her crimson eyes were filled with madness and obsession. She gritted her teeth tightly, a low growl escaping through the gaps like a wild beast.

Jealousy! Resentment! Madness!

A woman of the Angel Clan—the daughter of that man—did not deserve such happiness!

She would personally destroy Zhou Sheng'an!

...

[On February 15, 2026, of the Douluo Calendar, Zhou Sheng'an led his troops to pursue the defeated Star Luo army, captured Star Luo Empire's General MacArthur alive, broke through seven cities in succession, seized the Star Luo fortress Yanmen Pass, and shook the entire empire!]

[On February 18, 2026, the Heaven Dou Empire's Emperor Xue Ye ordered Zhou Sheng'an to withdraw immediately.]

"???"

Seeing this line of text, both personalities within Qian Renxue were stunned with rage.

No way—Zhou Sheng'an had already taken Star Luo's strategic fortress! With one final push, he could penetrate deep into their territory!

He might even have a chance for a decapitation strike!

And yet, Emperor Xue Ye chickened out?

They had already pushed the enemy to the brink, and now he was surrendering first?

Who could tolerate such an absurd move?

"This is utter foolishness! To fear the Star Luo Empire to this extent!"

"Zhou Sheng'an secured such a glorious victory for Heaven Dou, and yet they don't even have the courage to keep advancing?"

"He should be overthrown immediately! If I were in charge, working alongside Sheng'an, we could sweep across Star Luo and unify the continent!"

Furious, Qian Renxue could no longer hold back and immediately dove into the simulation.

...

Heaven Dou Palace

"Father! Why did you order Zhou Sheng'an to retreat? We've already taken Yumen Pass—we can completely..." Qian Renxue questioned urgently, staring at Emperor Xue Ye seated high above.

Emperor Xue Ye sat loftily, a hundred meters away from her, in the vast audience hall where he summoned his officials.

His expression was calm—neither joyful nor sorrowful—like an indifferent god above mortal concerns.

"Xue Qinghe! Are you questioning His Majesty?!"

Prince Xue Xing, standing beside Emperor Xue Ye, rebuked her harshly.

Qian Renxue was momentarily stunned but then suddenly realized something.

This hall was too empty. Besides her, there was no one else in sight. Yet, on the high platform, alongside Emperor Xue Ye and Prince Xue Xing, stood several powerful soul masters.

A chilling, murderous aura filled the hall.

Qian Renxue's expression shifted. She was currently pregnant, making combat inadvisable. In the shadows, only Porcupinefish Douluo was positioned to assist her, but he was quite a distance from the hall.

"Xue Qinghe, why are you silent?"

"Or are you afraid that your conspiracy has been exposed and that we will hold you accountable?"

"You hid well, Xue Qinghe! No—are you even Xue Qinghe at all? After all, when did a member of the Xue family ever start fancying men?"

Prince Xue Xing sneered coldly, his gaze piercing through Qian Renxue.

"!!!" Without hesitation, Qian Renxue spread her six wings and instantly shot forward like a streak of light!

"Seize her!" Prince Xue Xing roared.

A squad of elite spirit masters immediately flooded the entrance, blocking her escape.

At the same time, Poison Douluo transformed into a green shadow, leading two Contras in pursuit of Qian Renxue.

Qian Renxue was in grave danger!

...

[Your identity has been exposed. Porcupinefish Douluo was seriously injured while helping you escape from the Heaven Dou Palace.]

[On February 20, 2026, Emperor Xue Ye of Heaven Dou announced that the former crown prince, Xue Qinghe, had been murdered and replaced by an imposter who attempted to usurp the throne, enraging the nation.]

[Emperor Xue Ye began a thorough investigation into the past events and issued twelve imperial decrees to summon Zhou Sheng'an back!]

[You, injured, escaped to Spirit City, where the turbulence affected your pregnancy. You stayed to recover and entrusted Qian Daoliu to bring Zhou Sheng'an back.]

Qian Renxue took a deep breath, realizing the severity of the situation.

Currently, the Spirit Hall was merely a powerful soul master organization; it had yet to extend control over military forces. Or rather, that was something Bibi Dong was scheming behind the scenes—meaning that the Worship Hall couldn't lend much support!

If a full-scale war broke out, the Spirit Hall's high-end combat power could crush both empires, but they lacked the troops to sustain a campaign!

Therefore, the Spirit Hall had to keep Qian Renxue hidden to avoid provoking direct conflict.

Some things couldn't be done too overtly!

"Will Sheng'an be in danger? I hope Grandpa can bring him back. If not, this simulation will end in another tragedy." Qian Renxue sighed deeply.

She suddenly doubted herself.

Keeping Sheng'an by her side—was it actually harming him?

With her identity and situation, she couldn't even protect him. On the contrary, she would only bring him trouble.

And Sheng'an's talent was too dazzling. Unless she suppressed him, making him nothing more than her possession, he would inevitably be implicated whenever she was exposed or targeted.

Just like now, Zhou Sheng'an's decisive victories had shaken Star Luo.

Within the Heaven Dou army, his prestige had reached its peak!

Especially in Barton City and the Lor Province—his authority even surpassed Emperor Xue Ye's!

If he decided to raise an army, it would be a serious threat to the Heaven Dou Empire.

Thus, with Qian Renxue exposed, Zhou Sheng'an was bound to be purged. He was, after all, aligned with the Crown Prince's faction.

"Still, with Grandpa and the Worship Hall stepping in, at least Sheng'an's life won't be in danger. For now, he'll have to endure this setback and go into hiding with me. When we ascend to godhood, we'll take revenge on those who wronged us!"

Qian Renxue clenched her fists, her expression finally easing.

...

Meanwhile, in the highest-grade faculty villa of Blue Tyrant Academy.

Zhou Sheng'an gazed at the text on the glowing screen, lost in thought.

Another failure.

Under normal circumstances, he might not be in immediate danger.

But knowing Bibi Dong's twisted insanity and her deep-seated hatred toward him—could she really let him go this time?

"Both paths that kept me by Qian Renxue's side led to tragic endings."

"Even if I suppress my talents in theory and strategy, my military and administrative achievements would still make me stand out. And I could never be content living as a nobody…"

"Perhaps I need to choose another path. Qian Renxue's side is becoming dangerous."

Zhou Sheng'an pondered. In the simulator, except for certain key scenarios, he mostly viewed it as a strategy game. He didn't form deep emotional attachments to the people inside.