Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 115 The Saintess? The Long-Awaited Battle

In Han Li's mansion, while the dishes were being served...

The master and apprentice acted as intermediaries, formally introducing Shui Bing'er to the group. Shui Bing'er then spoke with them in a poised and generous manner.

Guangling naturally couldn't help but boast about his experiences on this trip, but when it came to Shui Bing'er, he couldn't help but feel a little awkward.

Dugu Yan and Xiu'er then realized that Shui Bing'er had been "kidnapped" by Guang Ling, and they looked at her with more sympathy and treated her much better.

When discussing her martial soul, the group learned about its peculiarity.

Dugu Yan had heard Han Li mention it before, and couldn't help but show off her martial soul possession state first, and even pulled Shui Bing'er to see her.

Shui Bing'er readily agreed, after all, Dugu Yan's beast spirit possession was really similar to hers, and as the conversation continued, she was secretly shocked. She considered herself to be quite talented, but among the people present, she was actually the weakest one.

Even the bear-eared girl who doesn't talk much, but always gives a sweet smile whenever someone looks at her, is six levels higher than her.

What surprised her the most was Han Li, because it was only at this moment that she learned that Han Li was actually a year younger than her, a seven-year-old Soul Master, which overturned her understanding.

Similarly, while she was observing others, Qingluan was also watching her.

It's clear from their simple conversation that Shui Bing'er is very intelligent and knows how to maintain appropriate boundaries in their interactions. Compared to the two girls, she is much more composed and mature beyond her years.

Her outgoing personality is somewhat similar to how Han Li presents himself to outsiders, but she speaks much less and has a very low desire to perform, which suits his taste quite well. In addition, her talent is strong enough. No wonder Guang Ling and Xiao Li said that this is the apprentice they found for him. Qing Luan silently assessed the girl's performance in her heart.

The conversation lasted until late at night before finally ending.

Shui Bing'er stayed with Han Li for the time being, mainly because there were enough peers for her to spend time with, and Qing Luan had not yet taken on any disciples.

Well, actually it doesn't matter if he takes on apprentices. Qingluan will still come here to teach anyway. Teaching one is the same as teaching four. Compared to Guangling, he spends more time training with Han Li and the others.

Seeing Shui Bing'er being pulled away by Dugu Yan and Xiu'er, Han Li didn't interfere. Girls have their own way of communicating, and it's better for him to remain an outsider.

After traveling for several days, he should get some rest early tonight.

Silent all night.

The next morning, when he arrived at the training ground, he found that the three of them were already there.

Dugu Yan and Xiu'er were teaching Shui Bing'er "Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens". They seemed to be in good spirits, probably having learned from their previous experience and not staying up late chatting again.

Nodding to them, Han Li went to the side to start warming up.

Aside from resting, the group trained normally throughout the morning. Like Dugu Yan, Shui Bing'er also experienced various luxurious auxiliary cultivation methods, which left her speechless. This treatment was much better than what she received at Tianshui Academy.

Qingluan and Guangling didn't come this morning. Today they're going to the Offering Hall first. Qingluan also wants to share her breakthrough insights. Although comprehending this thing is very mysterious, maybe someone can break through because of it.

Han Li also guessed that since they hadn't returned by noon, it must be because Guang Ling's matter had come to light, and they probably needed to discuss the follow-up response. The battle he had promised his master would likely be put on the agenda soon.

Sure enough, just as the four of them were conducting combat training in the afternoon, two of them walked in.

"Xiao Li, over here."

As soon as they entered the training ground, Guangling shouted impatiently.

Han Li forced his sparring partner back with a single strike, made a pause gesture, then put away his martial spirit and walked towards his master.

"Master, Senior Uncle, is there anything I can help you with?"

Han Li stepped forward and asked with a smile.

"Of course something happened. You wouldn't believe it, Bibi Dong went straight to the Hall of Offerings today. No wonder she didn't come last night. I was thinking she'd changed her ways."

Guangling's tone carried a hint of excitement, suggesting that she hadn't suffered any losses.

"So, you want me to go and fight?" Han Li asked directly.

"Yeah, she was really delusional. She actually wanted to take this opportunity to promote her disciple and establish her as a saintess. But her eldest brother rejected her outright, not giving her any face at all. You have no idea how ugly she looked. If you were there, you could have helped me teach her a lesson. Tsk, what a pity."

Guangling's facial expressions were exceptionally rich, and her expressions switched smoothly with the changes in her tone, making her a veritable master of facial expressions.

"Should we fight one or three?" Han Li asked curiously.

"Of course it's three. Just three low-level Soul Masters. I can't imagine any possibility of you losing." Guang Ling directly gave Han Li confidence.

"We shouldn't be careless. Let's go all out. Although Bibi Dong doesn't know what's going on here, she still agreed after learning about Xiao Li's level. She must have her own reasons for being so confident."

Qingluan chimed in softly.

"Yes, I know. It's just Hu Liena and Xie Yue's Martial Soul Fusion Skill. I naturally investigated before I agreed to it for Xiao Li."

At this point, Guangling revealed a smug smile.

"If their spirit fusion skill were a purely damaging ability, I would be a little worried for Xiao Li, after all, he's not exactly very strong. But a spirit fusion skill that's more about control and support, ha, even if Xiao Li gets hit, it won't have any effect."

"As for that little guy named Yan, Xiao Li just stood there without moving. As long as his soul power protected his whole body and blocked the impact, Yan couldn't even hurt Xiao Li's clothes."

Guangling's face was full of mockery.

"Stop giving Xiao Li bad advice. Let him handle the battle himself. We want a sure win." Qingluan glanced at Guangling and stopped his pre-match coaching.

"I was just saying, I was just saying. How to fight is still up to Xiao Li himself."

Even though Guangling is now level 98, he still subconsciously obeys when he hears Qingluan speak, a result of "status suppression" that has developed over many years.

"Xiao Li, perform well then, and maybe you'll get some benefits in the end." Qingluan smiled as she looked at Han Li.

"Public?"

Upon hearing Qingluan's words, Han Li immediately asked.

"It's kind of a semi-public event. All the titled officials and high-ranking personnel in Wuhun City will be there," Qingluan nodded in reply.

"Yes, Xiao Li, perform well, and maybe the title of Holy Son of the Spirit Hall will fall to my disciple Guang Ling."

Guangling said with some excitement.

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