Douluo Continent: Reversing Yin and Yang, the Haotian Palace and the Angel Sect

Qian Xunji's meridians endured the monotony and trials of constant depletion and replenishment. His eyes were tightly closed, his mind free of any distractions. Under his near-perfect micro-management, the white light inside the transparent sphere, though lighting up slowly, was relentlessly advancing upwards.

Fifty percent...

Eighty percent...

Ninety-five percent...

Finally, at a certain moment, with the injection of the last bit of pure soul power, the white light inside the sphere filled every corner.

"Buzz—!"

A clear and ethereal booming sound suddenly rang out in the empty Douluo Hall.

The moment the sphere of light was filled, it transformed into a dense mass of soul power, which then flowed wildly back into Qian Xunji's body, like rivers flowing into the sea.

Qian Xunji opened her eyes and exhaled a long breath.

The soft golden light emanating from the angel statue instantly intensified. A massive golden pillar of light crashed down, completely engulfing Qian Xunji.

That voice rang in his mind once again:

[Angel's Second Test: Endurance Test, Completed. Evaluation: Perfect]

[Received Divine Trial Reward: Angelic affinity increased by 15%. Current total affinity: 30%.]

As the sound faded, Qian Xunji slowly stood up from the ground.

Having passed two divine tests in succession, his affinity with the angels of this world increased by 30%, making his connection with them even stronger.

Qian Xunji straightened his robe.

"The second test is over. Now, let me see what the third test will be like."

[The Angel's Third Test: Physical Strength Test]

[Assessment Requirements: Enter the Angelic Illusion and run under gravity and interference until the specified time limit is reached. You cannot exit this assessment once it begins.]

[Should the inheritor take a break, or proceed directly to the third test?]

Upon hearing the content of the assessment, Qian Xunji immediately made a decision in his heart.

He took a deep breath and replied, "I need to rest. I will postpone the third test for now."

Qian Xunji was well aware of his condition. Although passing the first two trials had made his soul power more refined, he had been sitting in this closed Douluo Hall for countless months without eating, drinking, or sleeping.

This intense mental strain and manipulation of his soul power took a heavy toll on him.

More importantly, he always worried about his son Qian San, who was away from home.

So much time had passed, and he had no idea how far the situation had developed outside, or whether his son and the Kreiss team had encountered any insurmountable trouble. Before entering the illusionary realm of the Third Trial, where there was no way to exit midway, he had to go out and take a look, and completely settle things outside.

As Qian Xunji made his choice, the towering angel statue gradually dimmed its blazing golden light, and the golden pillar of light enveloping him slowly dissipated.

Qianxun turned around, took big strides, and pushed open the heavy iron door of the Douluo Hall that had been closed for months.

"Squeak—"

The heavy iron gate slowly opened, letting in the light from outside.

Two figures who had been waiting outside the door for a long time immediately stood up. It was Qian Daoliu and Huang Tian. For the past few months, the two of them had taken turns guarding the gate, never leaving for a moment.

Seeing Qian Xunji come out, Qian Daoliu stepped forward, glanced at him, and asked, "How was it?"

Qian Xunji smiled slightly, "Not bad. The first two tests have been completed smoothly. However, they have taken a toll on my energy. I'll come out and rest and recuperate for now, and I won't start the third test for the time being."

After hearing this, Qian Daoliu nodded approvingly, his expression relaxing considerably: "With your level ninety-nine strength and foundation, this divine test might indeed not be too difficult for you."

Since you need rest, then relax for a few days. I don't understand the divine trials inside, but outside, if there's anything I can do to help, just call me anytime.

Having said that, Qian Daoliu didn't disturb him any further and turned around to return to his side hall of the offering hall along the corridor.

Qian Xunji watched his departing figure with a hint of melancholy. What was that old man thinking about now...?

After Qian Daoliu left, only Qian Xunji and Huang Tian remained in the corridor.

Huang Tian immediately stepped forward, straightening Qian Xunji's slightly wrinkled robe while lowering his voice to ask with concern, "You've had a tough few months. What are your plans for the future?"

Qian Xunji looked towards the outside of Wuhun City. "No rush. I'll go back to Tiandou City first to check on Xiao San and the others. I've been here too long; I don't know how far that kid's soul power has progressed."

In Qian Xunji's memory, he had already reached level 47 before he started the Divine Trial. Judging from that kid's talent and cultivation speed, he'll probably break through the level 50 mark soon.

So he had to rush back to take a look and personally select a suitable soul beast for his son.

Thinking of this, Qian Xunji turned his head and glanced at Huang Tian again.

"This time, I will also try to help you accelerate your progress in strength." Qian Xunji lowered his voice.

Qian Xunji felt a sense of crisis. Although he was currently undergoing the Nine Trials of the Angels from both realms and seemed to be the darling of the gods, he would not blindly trust the high and mighty Angel King.

Who can guarantee that this so-called God-King won't suddenly betray you or possess you at the end of the test? In this dog-eat-dog world, only the power you hold in your own hands is real.

He not only wanted to become stronger himself, but also to elevate Huang Tian's strength. Huang Tian possessed both a strong foundation and a high potential; by increasing Huang Tian's power, he would have an extra reliable ally should any drastic changes occur in the future.

"Thank you!" A hint of excitement flashed in Huang Tian's eyes.

"Alright, enough with the formalities. Pack your things, we'll set off immediately for Tiandou City."

Without hesitation, the two set off immediately.

......

Tian Dou City, Dugu Mansion.

A faint scent of herbs filled the hall. Dugu Bo sat in a rosewood chair, his brows furrowed as he listened to the message brought back by his granddaughter, Dugu Yan.

He should have been in a good mood lately. Some time ago, he obtained a method to force the poison into the bone, which greatly alleviated the backlash defect of the Azure Phosphorus Snake venom inherited by his Dugu family.

He thought he could finally breathe a sigh of relief, but who would have thought that Dugu Yan's return would give him quite a shock.

On the training ground of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy, a teenager actually used a few jars of realgar wine and sparks generated by rubbing metal together to cure Dugu Yan's Bilin Purple Poison over a large area.

Dugu Bo rubbed his throbbing temples, feeling annoyed.

A wave of waves has risen again.

Although being cured of the poison made him lose face, he knew very well that Dugu Yan's snake venom was fundamentally different from his own Jade Phosphorous Serpent King poison. That boy could cure a child's poison, but that didn't necessarily mean he could defend against his poison, a titled Douluo.