Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Villa No. 2 of the Heaven Dou-level Academy!
"Shrek Academy..."
In the past few days, after defeating Qin Ming, Qian Renshang knew that he had completely offended Shrek Academy.
"The Shrek Seven Devils... future gods, chosen ones?"
Qian Renshang frowned slightly and muttered to himself.
He relied on the system's precognitive abilities to know that Tang San and his group would be powerful opponents in the future.
Now that he had almost completely offended Shrek Academy, it could be said that they were sworn enemies.
Qian Renshang was now considering whether to kill them outright and settle the matter once and for all.
"Shrek Academy also has Flander, a seven-ring Soul Saint, a level 77 four-eyed owl... If I fight him with all my might, that guy should not be my match.
The rest of Tang San and his group are not a concern."
Qian Renshang began to analyze the territories of both sides.
He was considering the feasibility.
Under normal circumstances, he would not want to sit and wait for the other party to come to him.
If you offend someone, the best course of action is to kill them outright—it's the easiest way.
"I almost forgot…the Shrek Academy group should have met with Liu Erlong by now, right?
Liu Erlong, Flander, Yu Xiaogang…these three guys possess a Trinity Spirit Fusion Skill."
"Their combined strength might even surpass that of an ordinary Soul Douluo…only a Title Douluo can reliably defeat them!"
Thinking of the opponent's Trinity Spirit Fusion Skill, Qian Renshang felt a bit uneasy, as it was a real threat.
After all, his current spirit power was only level 66!
"Hiss…now isn't the best time to strike. I'll have to wait until I reach the Seventh Ring Soul Saint level.
Then I might be able to contend with an ordinary Title Douluo!"
Qian Renshang said in a deep voice. His life was precious, and he generally didn't want to take risks.
He didn't want to win against overwhelming odds; it was much more comfortable to crush his opponent with sheer strength!
He wasn't a masochist!
Just as Qian Renshang was lost in thought, suddenly, Dugu Yan's figure appeared before him.
Qian Renshang initially thought it was just another routine call to dinner or some other ordinary errand.
Unexpectedly, Dugu Yan exclaimed excitedly, "Qian Renshang, what are you doing...?"
She was frowning and muttering to herself!
"Nothing, did Senior Sister Yan need something?"
Qian Renshang replied.
"Hehe, it's good that you're not... I'm here to invite you to a ball!"
Dugu Yan chuckled.
"A ball?"
Qian Renshang was slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Why was Dugu Yan suddenly inviting him to some kind of ball?
Dugu Yan began to explain animatedly, "Qian Renshang, don't underestimate this ball.
Its full name is the Heavenly Dou Ball, and it's very special!
It's a ball held annually in our Heavenly Dou City, and only twice a year.
Those invited are all high-ranking officials and nobles, people of very high status!"
"The Heavenly Dou Ball?"
Qian Renshang was still a little confused.
He hadn't been in the Heavenly Dou Empire for long, and apart from cultivation, he hadn't really had time to learn about these things.
Dugu Yan was happy to explain everything to Qian Renshang!
"Some of our outstanding students from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy also received invitations.
Why? Because we are both nobles and rare talents!"
Attending this ball is a tremendous honor.
Perhaps we can even meet many powerful and influential figures there, which will greatly benefit our future development!"
Dugu Yan looked at Qian Renshang with earnest eyes and advised, "Qian Renshang, wouldn't it be great if you could make more connections with nobles and accumulate resources?
This will definitely benefit your future development."
Qian Renshang listened quietly, his brows furrowed, lost in thought.
After a while, he slowly raised his head, his eyes resolute, and said, "Senior Sister Yan, thank you for your kindness.
But after thinking about it, I've decided to refuse.
Because I will eventually leave the Heaven Dou Empire, these resources are useless to me.
I have my own path to walk, my own goals to pursue."
Qian Renshang sensed that Dugu Yan was getting a little carried away, so he directly confessed that he would be leaving the Heaven Dou Empire in the future.
"What...you're leaving?"
Dugu Yan was taken aback, her eyes dimming as she asked,
"You're leaving the Heavenly Dou Empire...where are you going?"
"I don't know, maybe I'll just wander around, stopping here and there."
Qian Renshang didn't explain further, assuming Dugu Yan understood.
Hearing this, Dugu Yan's face showed disappointment.
She wanted to try and persuade him further, but seeing Qian Renshang's resolute expression, she swallowed her words.
[Sensing Dugu Yan's dejected mood, the Soul Ring's lifespan is increased by 500 years.]
After Dugu Yan left with a disappointed expression, Ye Lingling rushed over excitedly a short while later.
Her face shone with excitement, her cheeks slightly flushed, as if she harbored something exciting and couldn't wait to tell him.
Before Ye Lingling could speak, Qian Renshang interrupted her, "Are you asking me to attend some Heavenly Battle Ball?
If so… then I won't go."
"Senior Sister Yan already told me."
Ye Lingling was taken aback by his sudden words, her prepared words suddenly stuck in her throat, her eyes widening in disbelief.
"But that ball is really important!"
Ye Lingling reminded him, and Qian Renshang shrugged, repeating what he had just said to Dugu Yan.
The latter was filled with disappointment upon hearing this.
Qian Renshang was actually preparing to leave the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy?
This… this was too fast!
"You're leaving?…"
Ye Lingling's eyes were full of disappointment. She had made a huge decision to invite Qian Renshang, but she didn't expect to hear such news.
"I… can I go with you?
Actually… I'm also preparing to leave the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy and travel to other places.
We can travel together."
Ye Lingling clutched the hem of her clothes, her cheeks flushed… This was tantamount to a confession.
Ye Lingling was sometimes very quiet, socially awkward, and didn't like to communicate with others.
She seemed much more reserved than Dugu Yan, but when pushed to the limit, she might be even braver than Dugu Yan!
Ye Lingling raised her head and stared boldly at Qian Renshang. She wanted an answer, no matter what it was.
At least she wanted to know before Qian Renshang left.
"Holy crap... what did I just see?! Is Senior Ye confessing to Gu Siyue?"
"That tender look in her eyes, it's almost certainly a confession..."
"Ah, my goddess... she's been snatched away, and she even confessed to him!"
"Damn it, my heart is broken... why?!"
Ye Lingling's bold declaration of love to Qian Renshang instantly attracted the attention of a crowd of onlookers!
(End of Chapter)
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