Chapter 181: What Did You Say You Wanted to Be First In?

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Bibi Dong was carrying Li Luochen, their statures completely mismatched. Li Luochen was a hulking figure, while Bibi Dong stood at just over 1.7 meters tall.

The sight of Bibi Dong carrying Li Luochen evoked the image of Lin Daiyu uprooting a willow tree—her petite frame belied her immense strength. Though she looked like the typical girlfriend who couldn't open a bottle cap, she could easily twist off someone's skull if she wanted to.

Not long after, Qian Renxue flew over and snatched her man back from Bibi Dong.

Bibi Dong furrowed her brows but said nothing. After all, it was her daughter—she understood that they shared the same possessive nature when it came to men. Still, she believed Li Luochen was worthy of her daughter's trust.

Afterward, the gathered Title Douluos dispersed. There was no reason for them to stay—the spectacle was over, so they returned home to cultivate. However, a few of them had gained new insights.

Perhaps this experience would help one of the Title Douluos break through a bottleneck.

At this stage, advancing even a single level was incredibly difficult for Title Douluos. It wasn't just about accumulating soul power—they also needed profound enlightenment regarding their spirit.

It wasn't only Super Douluos who required such enlightenment; ordinary Title Douluos needed it too. The insights gained from this battle were enough for an ordinary Title Douluo to advance by one level.

Even the path to becoming a Super Douluo became clearer to some. Among the Title Douluos, Mo Xiong Douluo, Gui Bao Douluo, and Ju and Gui Douluo were particularly moved.

They decided to enter seclusion to further their cultivation. As for those below the Title Douluo rank—Soul Douluos might have been able to observe the battle, but anyone below that level couldn't even see the details. They didn't even know which two powerhouses were fighting.

Thus, aside from the Title Douluos and a few others, most people in Wuhun City were unaware that the battle in the sky involved two immensely powerful individuals. They only knew it was a clash between two Title Douluos.

After the crowd dispersed, Qian Renxue took the unconscious Li Luochen back to her quarters, while Bibi Dong left with Hu Liena.

Bibi Dong's emotions had seesawed throughout the day. Her daughter had been "stolen" by some punk, and now it seemed her disciple's heart had flown away too. She was furious!

Bibi Dong felt like tearing her hair out. Once Qian Renxue safely gave birth, she would thoroughly test that man. All men were pigs! She refused to believe there were any good ones. Besides, wasn't Dugu Yan supposed to be Li Luochen's girlfriend?

How could her own daughter become the other woman? Unacceptable! But now that things had already progressed this far—with Qian Renxue pregnant—it didn't mean she, as the mother, would approve of Li Luochen.

Bibi Dong firmly believed in the idea of lifelong monogamy. Even though Qian Xunji had forced himself on her back then, he had treated her well afterward and never pursued other women.

Still, Bibi Dong was pleased today. That stubborn old fool Qian Daoliu had finally suffered a humiliating defeat. She hated Qian Xunji, and she equally despised Qian Daoliu.

It was all Thousand Qian Daoliu's fault for producing such a disgraceful son.

(Qian Daoliu: Blame me? I've lived an upright life! The only stain on my record is siring this wretched child!)

Today, Qian Daoliu had been utterly humiliated by his grandson-in-law. Feeling pleased, Bibi Dong decided to indulge in an extra meal tonight—her appetite had suddenly improved.

Ever since becoming Pope, Bibi Dong had promoted frugality for the sake of the continent's commoner soul masters. Compared to the extravagant lifestyles of the two great empires' royal families, her lifestyle was indeed modest.

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Elders' Hall, Qian Renxue's Room

Li Luochen lay on Qian Renxue's bed. Although she hadn't stayed here in a long time, the room was still regularly cleaned.

Qian Renxue gently stroked Li Luochen's face. How short a time had passed since arriving at the Spirit Hall? First, he was beaten by her mother, then by her grandfather. Despite all that, Li Luochen had always treated her well.

Especially his declaration in the Pope's Palace—it had warmed her heart.

About a day later, Li Luochen slowly regained consciousness.

Given his recovery abilities, Li Luochen should have woken up much sooner. However, ever since beginning his cultivation at age six, his rest primarily consisted of meditative practice. Sleep, a luxury, had eluded him for years. Now, lying on Qian Renxue's bed made from the pelts of five ten-thousand-year-old Light Tigers, with a pillow stuffed with feathers from a Light Swan, he enjoyed a deep and restful sleep.

Such opulence was only possible in the Spirit Hall. No wonder they were known as the richest organization on the continent—even their beds were extravagant.

When Li Luochen woke up, Qian Renxue was reclining in a rocking chair, reading a book. Sensing his awakening, she smiled warmly.

She knew he had merely exhausted his soul power and would recover quickly. At first, she had been puzzled why he hadn't woken up sooner, but hearing him snore reassured her.

"Xue~ I'm hungry."

As soon as he woke up, Li Luochen felt famished and immediately told Qian Renxue.

"All right, I'll have someone prepare food right away."

Qian Renxue smiled.

"Someone come and prepare a feast!"

At her command, the servants sprang into action.

Soon, a lavish spread was brought to Qian Renxue's room. The meal was extravagant, with eighty percent of the dishes being meat—a reflection of Li Luochen's preferences. These weren't ordinary meats but spirit beast delicacies: hundred-year Fear Bear paws, thousand-year Earth Dragon tendons, braised thousand-year Crimson Fire Earth Dragon meat, and more.

Li Luochen even spotted ten-thousand-year Evergreen Vine. Truly, the Spirit Hall spared no expense! If a three-year-old child were to consume such meals regularly, it would greatly benefit their foundation.

Children raised in Spirit Hall elder families never had innate soul power below level five. With such excellent nutrition and medicinal baths, their foundations were impeccable. Only true genius was rare.

Of course, spirit mutations were another matter entirely. After all, even someone with nearly perfect conditions, like a certain master, could still fail. Awakening a spirit ultimately depended on luck.

After finishing the meal, Li Luochen rested briefly before deciding to explore Wuhun City. However, Qian Renxue was feeling tired and prepared to take a nap.

Left alone, Li Luochen went out for a stroll. Not long after, he encountered Hu Liena.

In truth, Hu Liena had deliberately sought him out to "coincidentally" bump into him.

"Oh, what a coincidence," Hu Liena greeted with a smile.

"Hmm, hello," Li Luochen replied politely.

"Let me introduce myself—I'm Hu Liena. Nice to meet you."

"Li Luochen."

"Would you accompany me for a walk?" Hu Liena asked shyly.

"No."

"You're such a killjoy!" Hu Liena said, slightly irritated.

"I already have two wives. Why would I need romance with anyone else? If I were to show affection, it would be with them."

Li Luochen found her utterly exasperating. If she weren't a woman, he'd describe her as someone whose emotions controlled her logic—her love-struck brain was ridiculous.

"Who are you?! How dare you be with Nana!"

A sudden shout drew both Li Luochen and Hu Liena's attention.

"Yan?"

"Boy, speak up! Don't be mute! You may look good, but don't think you can leech off the Holy Maiden! Disgraceful!"

Li Luochen was baffled. Another emotionally driven idiot—what kind of self-proclaimed flower protector was this? Just a pathetic lapdog—or rather, lapfox—with low intelligence.

"It's none of your business." Li Luochen didn't want to waste words with him, fearing it might lower his IQ.

"Scared, huh? Remember my name—I'm Yan, the man destined to become the strongest soul master in the world! The strongest! Don't bother Nana again, or I'll break your third leg!"

Yan crossed his arms arrogantly.

"Thunderclap Bagua!"

{T/N: Kaido's signature attack from One Piece: Thunder Bagua}

Suddenly, Li Luochen used his soul power to conjure a spiked club imbued with thunder and his indomitable fighting spirit. With one swift strike, he slammed it into Yan's face.

Yan was sent flying, crashing into a wall and sticking there like a bug. Blood trickled from his seven orifices, and his eyes rolled back—his earlier arrogance now replaced with utter humiliation.

"What did you say you wanted to be first in, kid?"

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