Melee archer with maxed-out Douluo luck

Chapter 32 The Thousand Paths of Gentlemen and Self-Reward

To be honest, Han Li was a little stunned when he heard this.

He knew Qian Daoliu was a gentleman, as evidenced by his agreement with Tang Chen. Even though Tang Chen had disappeared for so many years, and even though his son's death was only slightly related to Tang Hao, under the aura of being the strongest on the continent, if it were Han Li, even if it was just out of anger, he would have wiped out the Haotian Sect eight hundred times over.

Qian Daoliu had been a pope, a fact he knew clearly when he was studying academic subjects. He could even recite the dates of his inauguration and retirement. Yet, Qian Daoliu bluntly told him this to his face, saying he didn't know how to reward him, which was quite absurd.

So your Qian family became Pope solely based on your martial spirit and strength, right? Why don't you bestow Qian Renxue upon me?

Han Li wanted to say that, but he didn't dare.

Fortunately, he had already prepared a reward for himself, so he didn't have to take the blame. Well, not a bad deal, Han Li thought to himself.

Then, just as he was about to speak, he paused for a moment. Could this also be the effect of luck? Is this why, in the novels he had read, no matter what the protagonists chose to do, there was always an old man who appreciated them? Hmm, it's not impossible. In any case, it's a good thing for him.

"Senior Uncle, there's no need for any other reward. To be honest, before sending out this research report, I had Master and Senior Uncle collect a considerable amount of whale glue. I certainly can't use all of that. How about you have the Martial Soul Research Institute buy it? Just give me a small fee for my trouble, what do you think?"

Han Li raised his head, scratched the back of his head, and said somewhat embarrassedly.

"Hmm? You know how to stock up in advance? You're quite shrewd." Qian Daoliu paused for a moment, then said with a smile, "Alright, I won't let you suffer a loss. Hmm, how about five times your purchase price? I just don't know how much stock you have."

"Really five times the amount?"

Han Li exclaimed in surprise. He had originally planned to triple his earnings. Although he would still earn significantly less than the actual value of the whale glue, the Spirit Hall was, after all, his backer, and he couldn't be too greedy.

"Yes, would I lie to you? Five times the price. After all, whale glue will definitely increase in price significantly in the future, and I can't let you down no matter what," Qian Daoliu confirmed.

"Alright, Senior Uncle, then you can have someone talk to my master later. The things are all with him."

Han Li answered impatiently, flashing his bright white teeth at Guang Ling and Qing Luan.

"Little Li, you seem so happy. Tell your master how much you've earned. Looks like you've already bought a lot ahead of time," the lion teased.

"I don't know exactly how much we can earn, but we should have all the whale glue that's easy to collect on the market," Han Li replied with a smile.

"what?"

The other worshippers stared wide-eyed at Han Li, who was grinning broadly in the center of the room. This kid is really cunning.

Qian Daoliu's forehead twitched involuntarily. Had he asked for too high a price? Could the Spirit Hall really buy the entire batch? He was filled with doubt.

Outside the offering hall, Guangling and Han Li, master and apprentice, exchanged a glance and burst into laughter.

They were both kicked out after learning that Whale Glue had been wiped out by Han Li, and Guang Ling made no attempt to hide her expression.

So when Qian Daoliu was preparing to discuss with the other retainers how to control the outflow of information and resources, the two of them were kicked out. "Black-hearted master and disciple" became their new nickname. Qingluan was not affected.

"Come on, my good disciple, let's go back and ignore them. It's fine, I'm too lazy to get involved in these things." Guangling also seemed indifferent; he genuinely disliked it.

"Okay, by the way, Master, where have Grandpa Matthew and Brother Tao been transferred to? I plan to visit them on my way when I get my second spirit ring."

Han Li turned his head and asked. He had planned to ask during the New Year, but Guang Ling was still in seclusion at that time. By the time he came out, the New Year had passed, so Han Li didn't ask.

"You know all this, kid? Did your senior uncle leak the message to you?" Guangling turned his head to look at him as he walked.

"Huh?" Han Li looked at his master in confusion, then realized, "They're coming to Spirit City?"

"Tch, I thought you guessed it, but you let it slip."

Guangling slapped his forehead; he had been overthinking things and making excessive predictions.

"Yeah, just like you thought. Your birthday is coming up soon, so I sent them a letter and came to see you. I should be here in a day or two. The city lord didn't come. He got a promotion, and Notting City is now his fief. He can't just run around, let alone come to Wuhun City." Guangling patted his head and answered casually.

"Thank you, Master."

Han Li was still very happy. This was one of the few acquaintances he knew in the world. He didn't expect Guang Ling to have arranged this scene in advance.

"It's just a small matter. You can ask them when you come here. If they're willing, let them stay in Wuhun City. Anyway, you'll have money soon," Guangling teased him.

"Oh, right, when the time comes, make sure to prepare the house that your Uncle-Master Jin'e gave you in advance. They can't go up to the offering mountain, so why not celebrate your birthday there? It'll be more convenient," Guangling reminded her again.

"Okay, I'll have someone pack it when I get back. I didn't even have time to check it out last time I went down the mountain."

A set of keys appeared in Han Li's hand.

"Stop showing off, put it away for now, we'll talk about it when we get back." Guangling tapped his head.

……

Upon arriving at their lodgings, the master and disciple parted ways. Han Li returned to continue his cultivation, while Guang Ling headed towards the Martial Soul Research Institute. He wasn't truly abandoning the matter entirely; he still needed to select sufficiently loyal personnel to ensure that subsequent information wouldn't leak out.

Because he had informed Xiu'er before leaving, Han Li heard a knock on the door after only a short while of cultivation.

Without even looking, he knew it was Xiu'er outside the door, and not only that, she should also be carrying a lunchbox. After nearly a year of getting used to it, he had gradually become accustomed to the function of this external soul bone; it was undeniably very useful.

"Come in, Sister Xiuer."

As the door hinges rattled, Xiu'er walked in carrying a huge, heavy-looking food box containing their special dinner.

As Xiuer took the food out of the lunchbox and placed it on the table, she asked, "Xiao Li, is there something you want to tell me?"

Han Li also came over, helping Xiu'er put away her things while replying, "Originally there wasn't one, but Master just told me some good news, so I thought I'd tell you."

"What good news?" Xiu'er asked curiously.

"Grandpa Matthew and Brother Tao are coming to celebrate my birthday. It's been almost a year since I last saw them, so it'll be a good opportunity to have a good chat with them. It's a pity that Uncle Xiao can't come because of his fiefdom," Han Li replied with a smile.

"Really? That's great! It's been so long since I've seen them," Xiu'er said happily.

Han Li smiled as he saw Xiu'er looking very happy. Although Xiu'er said that she would be fine as long as she followed him, this relatively closed-off cultivation for the past year, apart from him, Xiu'er could only come into contact with the maids, which was somewhat boring.

He had considered sending her to the Spirit Hall Academy, and even considered the "Xiuer Diplomacy Plan," which would send her to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy to make contact with Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling in advance. However, he gave up on the idea after seeing her innocent gaze.

"Well, it's also good that I need to clean up the house in Wuhun City. I'll move there in a while so that Sister Xiu'er won't be cooped up in her room all the time," Han Li silently made the decision.

"What are you thinking about? Xiao Li, the food is getting cold." Xiu'er waved her hand in front of his eyes, interrupting his thoughts.

"Okay, Sister Xiuer, you eat too."

Han Li smiled back, and the two chatted and ate, just like they had in Nottingham.

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