Douluo Continent: Peerless God General, starting by deceiving Qian Renxue

Chapter 53 Xue Ke's Admiration

Nan Feihuang never imagined that people in this world had never even thought of such a simple policy as work relief.

No wonder that later technological advancements took ten thousand years to achieve a single leap.

Xue Qinghe looked at Nan Feihuang and praised him, "Feihuang, the work-for-relief policy you proposed to me before really helped me a lot. Although it cannot completely solve the disaster, it has minimized the losses."

"Not only that, this policy has several benefits. I wonder if you've thought of them, Brother Xue?" Nan Feihuang asked with a smile.

"Of course!" Xue Qinghe said confidently. "First, by organizing the recipients of relief to participate in the construction projects, we can ensure that they receive the necessary income and basic living security, thus achieving the purpose of relief. Second, we can create a number of public works and infrastructure projects in the areas where the policy is implemented, which will play a long-term role in the local economic and social development."

She rattled off two points in one breath, and Nan Feihuang chimed in, "Brother is right, but there's a crucial third point: it can alleviate the surplus of rural labor in the policy-implementing areas to a certain extent, which is conducive to social stability. Work-for-relief has a 'three birds with one stone' effect. At the same time, it can inspire the masses' spirit of self-reliance and hard work, helping them to shake off negative attitudes like 'waiting, relying, and demanding'."

Even if people in this world don't have soul power, they still possess martial souls. If their martial soul is a sickle, they can weed faster; if it's a hoe, they can till the land better.

If it's a shovel or saw, it's also faster to build a house than for the average person.

Most people, even if they don't become strong, can still find their own place in this world.

Those in positions of authority must strive to maximize the potential of each individual in order to promote social development.

"Haha, well said, Feihuang, you're right. It's better to teach a man to fish than to give him a fish." Xue Qinghe patted Nan Feihuang on the shoulder. "Big brother has found that we really get along well. Come visit big brother more often when you have time. Big brother has important matters to attend to today. I'm just here to thank you for your help. I've conveyed my gratitude, so I won't stay any longer."

Nan Feihuang nodded. "Okay, Brother Xue, if you ever need any help from Feihuang in the future, just come to me."

Xue Ke looked at Xue Qinghe and Nan Feihuang, who were chatting happily, and her eyes shone with a deep light.

She couldn't understand what the two were saying, but she knew they were both exceptionally talented.

She was a brother-obsessed girl and always hoped that her future husband would be like her older brother. Nan Feihuang was practically another template for her older brother.

Equally handsome, equally a prince, equally wise, Nan Feihuang also possesses cultivation talent that is difficult for ordinary people to match.

This "big brother plus" version of him had already won her over after only four months of getting to know each other.

She originally intended to try to develop feelings for Nan Feihuang over the next three years, not to fall in love with him, but at least to like him to some extent.

She had initially worried that three years wouldn't be enough, but now, not long after, she realized that she was already more than halfway to being with him.

After seeing Xue Qinghe off, Nan Feihuang said, "Princess, I'm going to the Heavenly Dou Arena later. Teacher Qin is going to have us have a practical lesson there tonight. What are your plans? If you have time, come with me. If you want to go back to Yuexuan, I'll take you back."

"Brother Feihuang, Yuexuan doesn't have classes today, I want to keep you company," Xueke said shyly.

She was ten years old, and girls always know more about matters between men and women. Her shyness made her speak softly.

Nan Feihuang smiled and said, "Okay, let's go then."

Taking Xue Ke's hand, Nan Feihuang led her toward Tian Dou City.

Actually, it wasn't just Xue Ke who was trying to like him; he was also trying his best to like Xue Ke.

Xue Ke is gentle and lovely, and kind-hearted, but unfortunately her cultivation aptitude is too poor, to the point that even immortal herbs cannot save her. Now she is ten years old and still only has one ring. Before she turns twelve, it will probably be difficult for her to even reach the second ring.

Even if Nan Feihuang is willing to take care of her for the rest of his life, she will probably never be able to stay by his side and fight alongside him like Lü Lingqi did.

When there is a significant gap between a man and a woman, their relationship is prone to hitting a bottleneck. Nan Feihuang may like her in the future, but he doesn't know if he will love her.

At dusk, Nan Feihuang brought Xue Ke to the entrance of the Heaven Dou Great Soul Arena, the liveliest place in Heaven Dou City at night.

People who have finished their day's work like to come here to watch Soul Masters fight, admire all kinds of dazzling Soul Skills, and shout deafeningly.

Qin Ming and the others were already waiting there.

"Teacher Qin, am I not late?" Nan Feihuang asked.

"No, the timing is just right." Qin Ming had just arrived as well. What he was most satisfied with about these children was that they didn't slack off in their cultivation and paid attention to the concept of time. They understood the value of time without being taught.

Upon seeing Xue Ke accompanying Nan Feihuang, Qin Ming and the others immediately bowed and said, "Greetings, Your Highness."

Apart from Nan Feihuang, only Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan are of similar status to Xue Ke, since their parents are both titled Douluo, while the rest are just minor nobles.

Qin Ming was originally a commoner, but because he had reached the Soul Master level and was a Soul King, he was granted the title of Viscount.

Moreover, they only held the title of nobleman and had no real power.

"Teacher Qin, classmates, please don't be so polite. Xue Ke is just here to cheer on my brother Fei Huang. Please just treat me as an ordinary classmate," Xue Ke said softly.

She didn't act superior at all, which greatly increased everyone's goodwill towards her.

"Teacher Qin, am I still playing the two-player Soul Arena with Wenruo today?" Nan Feihuang asked. Actually, this wasn't his first time here.

In the past four months, he has come at least dozens of times, but he has only participated in single and double spirit battles. Currently, he has a record of 21 wins and 0 losses in single spirit battles and 18 wins and 0 losses in double spirit battles.

The Great Soul Arena is a crucial arena for showcasing the value of Soul Masters. It possesses its own complete system and can be considered a unique force. Founded by the seven most prestigious Soul Master families on the continent, it is not affiliated with the two empires or the Spirit Hall, making it a third-party power. Its wealth is comparable to that of a nation. Soul Masters who achieve fame within the Great Soul Arena become shining stars throughout the country, gaining not only immense wealth but also immense prestige. Furthermore, the Great Soul Arena is a relatively fair place.

If the level of a spirit is the indicator of a spirit master's strength, then spirit rings are the best way to express it. However, this does not represent a spirit master's true ability. The Great Spirit Arena tests actual combat ability, which is the true measure of strength.

Upon entering the Great Soul Arena, Soul Masters of any level are simply referred to as "Soul Masters." After their first victory, they receive a badge. Subsequent victories earn points, and as points accumulate, the badge's level increases. This badge symbolizes one's level in the Great Soul Arena and is valid in all major cities across the continent. The higher the badge level, the greater the benefits of Soul Master combat.

Currently, badges are ranked according to the quality of the minerals they contain. The lowest rank is the Iron Badge, also known as the Iron Soul Badge. The ranks above it are Bronze, Silver, Gold, Purple Gold, Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond, for a total of eight ranks.

Thanks to his winning streak, Nan Feihuang's points have exceeded one thousand, reaching the Silver Fighting Soul level.

(End of this chapter)