Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 13 A Bold Idea and a High Price

Inside the Hall of Offerings, Guang Ling enthusiastically described his disciple's martial soul abilities and development plans. After casually mentioning that he might have found a path to further advancement, Xiong Shi, Qian Jun, and Jiang Mo couldn't hold back any longer.

Qingluan didn't seem to be acting strangely. He had always doted on Guangling, and he was happy to see his younger brother make progress. Moreover, although he had a beast spirit, his spirit itself also had elemental attributes. After listening to Guangling's story, he was also somewhat moved.

Qian Daoliu and Jin E didn't say anything, but exchanged a glance, seeing surprise in each other's eyes. They hadn't expected that what Guang Ling had casually mentioned when asking him to take on a disciple would actually benefit him so much. Moreover, they keenly sensed from Guang Ling's description that Han Li's talent might not only be reflected in his martial soul, but that his mind was his greatest asset.

Just as everyone in the offering hall began discussing their future cultivation path, Han Li had already followed the guards to the residence that Guang Ling had prepared for him.

From his conversations with the guards along the way, Han Li had learned that currently, besides the few retainers, only the two newly arrived siblings lived here. The retainers only stayed here occasionally; only Guang Ling and Qing Luan lived here permanently, right next to their residence.

After thanking the guards and seeing them off, Han Li entered the place where he would live for the next few years. As soon as he crossed the threshold, he saw Xiu'er running towards him quickly, clearly having been waiting for a while.

"Young Master, you're back."

Xiuer stopped in front of him and exclaimed in surprise.

"Yes, Sister Xiuer, I'm back. How was it? Are you satisfied with the place the teacher arranged?"

Han Li took her hand and asked with a smile.

"Yes, it's much bigger than the courtyard in Nottingham, but... there are also a lot more servants. I've told them I'm just the young master's maid, but they won't listen. They insist on calling me 'Miss' and serving me, which makes me very uncomfortable."

Xiuer's face was full of struggle, and when she talked about servants, she secretly glanced at Han Li's expression, as if she was afraid that those people would take away her job as her personal maid.

Han Li naturally noticed Xiu'er's little actions, but he didn't say anything. Instead, he looked around and pulled her to sit down in a pavilion.

"Sister Xiuer, don't worry. And you should know that I've always considered you my older sister. Don't call me a maid anymore."

Han Li looked at Xiu'er, who stood up anxiously after hearing his words, waved his hand, pulled her back down to sit, and then spoke again: "Don't rush, let me finish. I understand what you mean. Sister Xiu'er, you know that our teacher is a Title Douluo, so we can only learn to adapt. Since he said you are my sister, then you are my sister."

Having already advised Han Li many times, this time he directly unleashed the powerful weapon of the Light Feather Douluo. For the natives, nothing is more lethal than this.

Seeing that the girl was still conflicted but less resistant, Han Li pressed his advantage: "This was all arranged by the teacher, so, Sister Xiu'er, you don't want the teacher to be angry with me over such a small matter, do you?"

Xiuer's face changed, and she quickly said, "Then I'll listen to you, Young... Xiao Li."

Seeing Han Li nod in satisfaction, Xiu'er said in a low voice, somewhat dejectedly, "Xiao Li, does that mean I won't be able to take care of you like before?"

Han Li was both amused and exasperated. "Take it slow," he said, "this is a knot in Xiu'er's heart."

He said earnestly, "Of course not. Sister Xiu'er, you're my older sister. Who can stop an older sister from taking care of her younger brother?"

Seeing Xiuer look up in surprise, he continued, "Besides, I've gotten used to Xiuer's care. In my household, Xiuer is my only personal maid."

"Of course, I'll take care of Young... Xiao Li from now on," Xiu'er said confidently.

"However, Sister Xiu'er, promise me you'll also accept the care from the other maids, okay?" Han Li asked in return.

"No... um, no problem."

Xiuer was about to refuse when she was halfway through her sentence, but then seemed to remember something and hesitated for a moment before agreeing.

"Done," Han Li mentally gave himself a thumbs up. It was really difficult to comfort the girl. This time, with the help of the teacher, he managed to get Xiu'er to back down a bit. It was a long and arduous task, but he would take it slowly.

Looking at Xiuer, who had regained her composure and returned to normal after the conversation, Han Li's eyes flickered as he thought of Qian Daoliu's promise.

Perhaps, it's time to put the plan to allow Sister Xiuer to resume her cultivation on the agenda.

He had been planning this for a long time. After realizing that reawakening was useless, he conceived a bold idea through reading various books over the past few years, but he had never been able to put it into practice. But now, he saw hope, and that hope came from Qian Daoliu.

As the cheerful Xiu'er led him around to familiarize himself with their new residence, Han Li's resolve grew stronger as he determined what conditions he should set.

Admittedly, he could take Sister Xiu'er directly into the God Realm after becoming a god, but before that, her life had been far too dull. As for the immortal herb, it wasn't that he couldn't bear to part with it, but rather that even the weakest and gentlest immortal herb was something he wasn't sure if an ordinary person who had never cultivated could withstand, or if they would explode and die.

There's nothing to hesitate about, isn't there? Han Li made his decision, looking at Xiu'er's happy back in front of him.

After touring the entire new residence, it was already dinnertime. Han Li finally received his teacher, accompanied by the Azure Phoenix Douluo. Xiu'er decisively ran to the kitchen; she needed to tell them what Han Li liked to eat.

After exchanging greetings, Guangling tossed several items to Han Li: a meditation method he had modified from the Angelic lineage's meditation method, suitable for weapon spirits; an offering token; and a manual.

Han Li curiously opened the manual, only to hear Guang Ling say, "The people in this book are my followers. You can contact them to resolve minor matters, and tell me if they can't. As for the meditation method, it must not be revealed to anyone except your family and disciples. Oh, you can't pass it on to them either, and Xiu'er can't cultivate it either."

As soon as Guangling finished speaking, Qingluan nudged him. Han Li looked up at Guangling, who had a sheepish expression, and knew that he hadn't meant it. Seeing Qingluan giving him an apologetic look, he shook his head to indicate that it was nothing.

He glanced around to make sure Sister Xiu'er wasn't nearby, then looked at the two Super Douluo with a serious expression: "Teacher, after I obtain my first spirit ring tomorrow, I'd like to meet the Grand Elder and make a request."

Guangling and Qingluan looked at him with surprised expressions, seemingly not expecting him to use up that promise so quickly. They exchanged a glance, both seeing doubt in each other's eyes.

Guangling coughed and spoke up, "Disciple, you probably don't realize how important the Grand Elder's promise is. Let me give you an example. You know about 100,000-year spirit rings, right?"

Han Li nodded, indicating that he understood.

Guangling continued, "I suggest you don't rush things. It's best to wait until you're ready to be promoted to a higher title before making your request. You might be able to obtain a 100,000-year soul ring and the corresponding soul bone. At that time, it will only be a matter of time before you surpass your master."

Han Li nodded again, but his expression didn't change much. He looked at the two people's concerned gazes and said, "Teacher, I understand, but I still want to bring it up now."

Han Li respectfully stood up, bowed to the two of them, and said earnestly, "Teacher, Senior Uncle, please let me finish."

"I am not blindly ignorant, but for me, there are things more important than a 100,000-year soul ring and soul bone. I have an idea that may only be realized through the Grand Priest."

"You've all seen Xiu'er's situation. She's partially awakened because of what happened in the past, but she's still unable to cultivate. I have a bold idea: the reason Xiu'er can't cultivate might be because her incorrect awakening hasn't fully opened up the flow of soul power in her body, resulting in her being in a semi-possessed state. I need a bear-type soul bone that's no more than a hundred years old, or rather, the weaker the better, ideally ten years old. If she can absorb it, perhaps she can reactivate her martial soul with the energy of the same origin and start cultivating again. If not, it will allow me to give up completely."

"But I also know how difficult it is to obtain such a soul bone. I know my choice may be somewhat naive, but it is what I seek. Besides, it's just a 100,000-year soul ring and a soul bone; I believe I can achieve that myself in the future. So, please grant my request, teacher."

After speaking, Han Li bowed deeply and remained seated for a long time.

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