Douluo Continent: Half-level Innate Realm, but a Sword Cultivator with a Heart-Only Mind

Li Luo was an elderly man who looked to be in his fifties, with gray hair and wearing a simple robe. After being summoned by Xue Qinghe, he also learned about his next task.

He glanced at Qi Dao, then said to Xue Qinghe in a deep voice, "Please rest assured, Your Highness, with me here, I will never allow young friend Qi Dao to suffer the slightest harm."

Xue Qinghe smiled gently and said, "With these words from Guest Elder Li Luo, I am relieved."

After saying that, he looked at Qi Dao, took out a black cloak, and handed it to Qi Dao.

"This is..." Qi Dao looked at the cloak, a look of doubt flashing across his eyes.

Xue Qinghe smiled and introduced, "This is the Deceitful Cloak, an extremely special soul tool that can conceal one's human aura."

"The Star Dou Great Forest is fraught with danger. With this Heaven-Deceiving Cloak, we'll have more ways to protect ourselves."

"Of course, I don't want you to ever need this deceptive cloak."

In closing, Xue Qinghe made a joke.

After hearing this, Qi Dao looked at the cloak and was slightly taken aback.

Non-vegetation, ruthless Practice makes perfect?

Even if Qi Daoming knew Xue Qinghe's purpose in doing this, how could he not be moved by Xue Qinghe's efforts to this extent?

Qi Dao took a deep breath and solemnly accepted the cloak.

"Brother Xue, today I accept your cloak; from now on, I will protect you for the rest of my life!"

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe's eyes lit up, but he jokingly said, "Adao, then Brother Xue's safety is in your hands from now on!"

Xue Qinghe didn't care about protecting him for life.

After all, he didn't think anyone could threaten his safety.

However, he was very satisfied with Qi Dao's attitude.

So, it seems I've finally gained this kid's approval?

Although Qi Dao had been very close to him before, Xue Qinghe could always vaguely sense that there was an invisible barrier between them.

But now, that barrier has disappeared!

"I don't make promises lightly, but once I do, I will never break my word," Qi Dao said solemnly.

Xue Qinghe placed his hand on Qi Dao's shoulder and said with a faint smile, "A-Dao, I believe your promise!"

...

After Qi Dao and Li Luo left, Xue Qinghe narrowed his eyes and spoke softly.

"Uncle She!"

Serpent Spear Douluo immediately emerged from the shadows, his face full of respect, and said, "Young Master, what are your orders?"

Xue Qinghe said, "The Star Dou Great Forest is different from the Sunset Forest. There are quite a few soul beasts over 50,000 years old here. You follow Li Luo and A Dao and protect them secretly."

Upon hearing this, Serpent Spear Douluo was taken aback.

One Soul Saint wasn't enough; they also needed to have this Title Douluo secretly protect Qi Dao.

Young Master, you're placing far too much importance on Qi Dao!

However, over the years he had been by Xue Qinghe's side, he had learned a lot about Qi Dao's deeds.

Although this kid's innate soul power is not high, he is definitely a prodigy with unlimited potential.

Thinking about it this way, it makes sense that the young master values ​​him so much.

With this thought in mind, Serpent Spear Douluo said in a deep voice, "Young Master, rest assured, Qi Dao's safety is in my hands!"

Xue Qinghe nodded in satisfaction.

With the Serpent Spear Douluo secretly protecting him, Qi Dao could escape unscathed even if he encountered a top-tier soul beast that was 80,000 or 90,000 years old.

the other side.

Before leaving, Qi Dao returned to the academy to ask for leave and also found Dugu Yan.

I didn't expect Ye Lingling to be there, so I smiled and greeted her.

"Lingling, you're here too!"

Although Qi Dao rarely attended classes, after breaking through to level 26, he directly transferred to the Heavenly Supreme level class.

However, Ye Lingling is Dugu Yan's best friend, so naturally she has a lot of interaction with Qi Dao.

Ye Lingling is twelve years old this year, but her soul power has already reached level twenty-six.

Upon learning that Qi Dao had broken through to level 30, she couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"You've already broken through level 30 so quickly!"

"I really don't know how you cultivated. Your innate soul power is only half a level."

"You really don't have any secrets to cultivation?"

Those who are close to Qi Dao basically know about his innate soul power.

This is no secret!

Qi Dao feigned profundity and said, "It's simple. Speed ​​is key when it comes to curves. While others rest, you cultivate. Do you really think your cultivation won't improve?"

"Of course, you can also continuously surpass your limits to absorb soul rings and evolve your martial soul, just like me, which can also increase your cultivation speed."

Upon hearing this, Ye Lingling's usually aloof face immediately showed a hint of resentment.

Qi Dao's words were as good as saying nothing at all.

Aside from a freak like him, who else could surpass the limits of absorbing spirit rings?

While Dugu Yan was happy for Qi Dao's breakthrough to level 30, she couldn't help but frown slightly after learning that Qi Dao was going to the Star Dou Great Forest to hunt for a soul ring.

"Why did you go so far to hunt for spirit rings?"

"How about Sunset Forest?"

Qi Dao explained, "The top-tier soul beasts in Sunset Forest are no match for those in Star Dou Great Forest, so I wanted to try my luck there."

Dugu Yan continued, "Then you can ask Grandpa to take you. The Star Dou Great Forest is so dangerous."

As she spoke, a hint of worry appeared in her eyes.

"Senior Dugu is busy condensing his soul core; his matters are more important."

Upon hearing this, Dugu Yan muttered, "Grandpa is really something. Why didn't he condense his soul core earlier or later? Of all times, he had to do it now."

Hearing her mutterings, Qi Dao's lips twitched slightly, and he quickly said, "Senior, I'm just absorbing my third soul ring. How can that compare to Senior Dugu condensing his soul core?"

"Besides, the Crown Prince has already sent a Soul Saint to help me hunt souls. I just came to say hello and I'm about to leave."

"Okay, I was just saying it offhand, I wasn't really blaming Grandpa."

Dugu Yan chuckled, then continued, "However, the Crown Prince actually sent a Soul Saint to help you hunt for a Soul Ring. It seems he's truly grooming you as a trusted confidant!"

Qi Dao nodded noncommittally.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Qi Dao prepared to leave.

Before leaving, Dugu Yan said in a deep voice, "You must be careful in the Star Dou Great Forest. Although Soul Saints are strong, they are far from being able to roam freely in the Star Dou Great Forest."

Qi Dao laughed and said, "Don't worry, I value my life!"

After saying that, he waved goodbye to Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling.

Watching his departing figure, a rare hint of mockery appeared on Ye Lingling's usually aloof face.

"Sister Yanzi, you two have such a good relationship! How far have things progressed?"

Dugu Yan's fair cheeks flushed slightly, and she reached out to pinch Ye Lingling's cheek.

"Lingling, when did you become so gossipy?"

...

After leaving Tiandou Academy, Qi Dao and Li Luo took a carriage and headed towards Xingdou Great Forest.

The Star Dou Great Forest is located directly south of the Heaven Dou Empire, spanning the borders of the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire.

Qi Dao and Li Luo traveled by carriage for a full half month before finally arriving at their destination.

The two rested briefly for one night in a small town outside the Star Dou Great Forest, and the next day they went deep into it.

This time, Qi Dao's target is the Dark Gold Bear.

Of course, he would also accept a soul beast that was no weaker than the Dark Gold Bear and that suited him.