Chapter 114: Qian Daoliu: "Isn't This Just a Matter of a Few Words?"

Heaven Dou, Eastern Palace.

Qian Renxue paced back and forth, feeling uneasy.

After Li Yu disappeared last time, she didn't think much of it at first.

After all, Li Yu had grown so quickly, he must have his own secrets, just as she had her own.

She didn't question him and chose to respect his privacy. When Li Yu was ready to share, he would tell her. If he didn't want to, pushing him for answers would only strain their relationship.

But now…

Three days had passed, and Li Yu hadn't sent a single word.

Although Li Yu had been gone for a longer period before, she had known where he was and had not been as worried.

But now… she knew nothing!

What worried her even more was that, just yesterday, Cai Xu had reported that Zhu Zhuqing had mysteriously disappeared, with no trace to be found!

Normally, she wouldn't have connected the two events.

But…

She knew that Li Yu had planted the 'Gate of Life' in Zhu Zhuqing, and he had briefly explained its function.

Apart from "control," the other function of the Gate was teleportation!

And with Li Yu abilities, what would Zhu Zhuqing, with only her four-ring Soul Grandmaster power, be useful for?

It was simple!

Li Yu might have encountered some danger and, having no other means, might have had to rely on Zhu Zhuqing—this mere four-ring Soul Grandmaster—just to survive!

Then…

It was highly likely that Li Yu had fallen into that helpless state again!

Unable to resist, at the mercy of others!

Once she realized this, Qian Renxue grew even more anxious.

At that moment, she regretted not having Li Yu plant a 'Gate of Life' on her as well when she first learned about its teleportation ability!

That way, at least if Li Yu encountered danger, she could have helped!

But now…

Where could she find Li Yu?

There was no way to find him.

Even if she had a rough idea of where he might be, she couldn't mobilize everyone to search for him.

Doing so would expose Li Yu secret and could put him in an even more dangerous situation.

What's more…

Qian Renxue knew how meticulous Li Yu was.

Since Li Yu had chosen to summon Zhu Zhuqing, it was clear that he had hidden himself well, and the summoning was just an added layer of insurance.

Thinking of this, Qian Renxue gradually calmed herself.

But the feeling of helplessness still overwhelmed her.

This feeling was terrifying!

Having power but no way to use it, unable to protect her beloved… what was even worse was that she believed she was capable of protecting Li Yu!

Power!

In that moment, she yearned for power more than ever!

Only by becoming stronger, the strongest, could Li Yu be kept out of harm's way!

Then, even if Li Yu was captured by a hundred-thousand-year soul beast, that beast would have to consider the consequences of harming Li Yu!

I need to grow stronger!

I must grow stronger!

Qian Renxue silently cried out in her heart.

Just then, a strange fluctuation suddenly emerged.

Qian Renxue paused, then quickly released her power to cover the room and secured the doors and windows, making sure no one could notice or approach.

Once she was sure, she stood properly and softly spoke: "Grandfather!"

At that moment, a golden figure appeared before her.

In the process, Qian Renxue returned to her true form.

"Xue'er!"

The figure approached and affectionately patted Qian Renxue head.

The figure was none other than Qian Daoliu, the Great Elder of the Spirit Hall, a 99-level Ultimate Douluo known as the Angel Douluo!

What appeared was not his true form, but a manifestation of his spiritual power.

Yet even this projection exuded a pressure far greater than most Title Douluos.

"You seem troubled. Did something happen?" Qian Daoliu asked, noticing the unease in Qian Renxue emotions, which she couldn't hide in front of him.

Qian Renxue hesitated for a moment but didn't immediately answer. Instead, her eyes became firm as she said, "Grandfather, I want to grow stronger, become the strongest in the world!"

Qian Daoliu was momentarily stunned.

Then he laughed heartily, "Hahaha! Good! Good! Good!"

He gently patted Qian Renxue head, his eyes filled with pride and affection. "Xue'er, you've finally figured it out!"

"I've always said, the mundane power struggles are not worth fighting over. You insisted on competing with your mother..."

Qian Renxue frowned when she heard the mention of her mother. "She's not my mother!"

The atmosphere suddenly froze.

Qian Daoliu sighed, realizing the sensitivity of the topic. He didn't linger on it, but instead changed the subject, "No matter, now that you've come to this decision, it's good. Let's go, come with me and undergo the Angel God's trial!"

"With your talent, you have a great chance of succeeding in the trial and inheriting the Angel God's position!"

"Once you do that, you'll be the strongest in the world!"

The Angel God!

Qian Renxue couldn't help but feel awe and curiosity when she heard those words again.

Did gods really exist in this world?

Deep down, she doubted it.

But when she thought of her grandfather's terrifying soul ring combinations, she couldn't help but believe.

Yet hearing Qian Daoliu words, she shook her head. "Grandfather, not yet!"

"Why?" Qian Daoliu raised an eyebrow.

"I promise I'll undergo the Angel God's trial!"

"But not right now!"

"Soon, the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Tournament will begin. After it's over, if all goes according to plan, I should be able to complete my plan!"

"At that time, I'll be able to inherit the Heaven Dou throne. After that, I'll undergo the Angel God's trial!"

Qian Renxue spoke slowly, her eyes filled with determination.

"Mm?"

"The Heaven Dou throne? How is that more important than the Angel God's position?" Qian Daoliu couldn't understand Qian Renxue thoughts.

However, he was extremely fond of his granddaughter.

The fact that she had agreed to take part in the Angel God's trial, even though she was acting differently, made him incredibly pleased.

So, he didn't reprimand her.

Instead, he became more eager, "It's just the Heaven Dou throne! What are you waiting for? Once the tournament is over, I'll bring the elders from the Spirit Hall to handle it. This will be as easy as a few words!"

"Uh..."

Qian Renxue broke into a cold sweat upon hearing this.

Seven of the elders were at least level 96 Super Douluos, and with Qian Daoliu being a 99-level Ultimate Douluo...

Such a lineup was powerful enough to make anyone bow down.

But if this happened, what would be the point of all her efforts over the years?

She quickly shook her head.

"Grandfather!"

"Please don't interfere in this matter!"

"It's just three or four months, it'll be quick, don't rush this!"

Qian Renxue tried to persuade him, seeing that Qian Daoliu still didn't understand, and reluctantly said, "Alright then!"

"At that time, you can send a few elders to secretly guard me, just in case something goes wrong. This should be fine, right?"

Qian Daoliu finally smiled.

He patted Qian Renxue head once more, and his figure began to dissipate. "Alright, this matter is settled then!"

"I look forward to the day you inherit the Angel God's power!"

With that, Qian Daoliu vanished.

Qian Renxue, gazing at where he disappeared, couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation. "The Angel God... Is that something I can truly achieve?"

But then, her excitement faded, replaced by concern:

"Li Yu, what's happening to you now?"