Douluo: Why is Qian Renxue not in love anymore?

Chapter 24: Towards that goal, I must face it alone (3)

Upon hearing this, Li Muyun's face changed slightly, and his eyes, which were always full of doting and laughter, instantly became deep. He slowly took a step forward, almost touching the tip of Qian Renxue's nose, and locked his eyes tightly with hers, as if he wanted to read all the emotions and secrets from them. "Xiaoxue, you...what do you mean by this? Where are you going? Can I go with you?"

Qian Renxue, no, she looked like Xue Qinghe at this moment. Her eyes were extremely firm, her hands were clenched into fists, trembling slightly in her sleeves, revealing her inner struggle and reluctance.

"No, the more people there are, the more dangerous it is. I have my own plan, and this time, I will definitely succeed. To achieve that goal, I must face it alone."

After saying that, she turned her head slightly to avoid meeting Li Muyun's worried and affectionate gaze, fearing that the slightest hesitation on her part would change her determination.

Li Muyun knew that the trajectory of fate had changed again, and Qian Renxue would have to choose that path in the end. However, why did she say that she would succeed this time?

Without thinking too much, Li Muyun suddenly reached out his hand and firmly grasped Qian Renxue's slightly cold fingers, and warmth was instantly transmitted between the two. His eyes were full of tenderness and determination, as if they could dispel all the haze and anxiety.

"Let's go back to the inn. I have something for you." His voice was deep and magnetic, with a force that could not be refused. As he spoke, he gently led them, and the two of them walked side by side on the stone road back to the inn.

Qian Renxue wanted to break free, but when she felt the warmth and strength from Li Muyun, she couldn't help but follow him.

Her eyes were complicated, showing reluctance to part and anxiety about the unknown fate, but more importantly, she was moved by Li Muyun's sudden concern and care.

"..."

In the room, the flickering candlelight adds a touch of warmth to this quiet space.

Li Muyun tapped his fingers lightly and took out an ancient jade box from the system space. The surface of the box was carved with intricate and mysterious patterns, as if it contained ancient power.

He turned around and faced Qian Renxue, who was looking down in deep thought, his eyes filled with a complex mixture of reluctance and determination.

"Xiaoxue, this is for you." Li Muyun's voice was low and gentle. He slowly opened the jade box, and saw a fairy grass emitting a faint fluorescent light lying inside. The leaves were crystal clear, like jade carvings, exuding an alluring breath of life.

Qian Renxue raised her head and her eyes fell on the fairy grass. A hint of surprise and confusion flashed in her eyes. She asked softly, "What is this?"

Li Muyun gently stroked the magical grass, his voice filled with solemnity and expectation: "This is the 'Martial Soul Evolving Grass', which is rare in the world and can help soul masters improve the quality of their martial souls and even stimulate their potential abilities. I know your journey is dangerous, and the more you improve your strength, the safer you will be. I hope that it can protect you on the road and help you no matter what difficulties you encounter."

There was a strange light flashing in Qian Renxue's eyes. She reached out and slowly took the magic herb. Her fingertips touched the edge of the cool yet warm jade box, and a warm current seemed to spread from her palm to her heart.

She stared at the fairy grass that emitted a faint fluorescent light, as if she could feel the majestic vitality and unknown power contained in it. The corners of her mouth unconsciously lifted up, revealing a firm smile. "This fairy grass can improve the quality of the martial soul, but my martial soul is already the highest level of divine martial soul, so it is of no use to me, but thank you anyway."

[“Host, even a god-level martial spirit can be upgraded. Give it to her quickly. Take this opportunity to increase your favorability.”]

When Li Muyun heard this, a sly smile flashed across his eyes, as if he had already expected Qian Renxue to say this. He shook his head slightly, and tapped the edge of the jade box with his fingers, making a crisp sound that was particularly pleasant in the quiet night.

"Xiaoxue, you know, the wonder of this 'Martial Soul Essence Grass' is that it can touch the root of the martial soul. Even if it is a god-level martial soul, it can tap its untapped potential. Although your martial soul has reached its peak, there is still room for improvement."

As Li Muyun finished speaking, he gently closed his eyes and took a deep breath, as if preparing for some kind of ritual. Then, he whispered to the system in his mind: "System, directly fuse this 'Martial Soul Genesis Grass' for Xiaoxue."

Then, tiny ripples appeared in the air, as if there was an invisible force fluctuating. Qian Renxue only felt that the fairy grass in the jade box in her hand suddenly burst into a dazzling light. The light was warm and pure, and instantly enveloped her.

She opened her eyes wide in surprise, and saw the magic grass slowly rising and turning into dots of fluorescent light, converging towards her chest like a meteor.

In her spiritual sea of ​​consciousness, the mark representing the six-winged angel martial spirit began to tremble slightly, and then an unprecedented power awakened from her body.

The outline of the six-winged angel's wings gradually became clear in the light, but at this moment, a miracle happened - two pairs of new wings slowly grew out of the edges of the original six pairs of wings. Each wing was crystal clear and emitted a holy light, making the entire martial soul form transform from the original six wings into a glorious eight wings.

Qian Renxue stood there in shock, her eyes filled with disbelief. The bright light gradually faded, but it left endless bright stars in her eyes.

She looked down at her palms, as if she could feel an unprecedented power rushing through her blood, which was a deeper understanding and control of her martial soul.

"This... How is this possible?" She murmured to herself, her voice trembling. She looked up at Li Muyun, who was looking at her with a gentle and deep gaze, with a faint smile on his lips, as if everything was expected.

"Eight wings... My martial soul has evolved into an eight-winged angel..." Qian Renxue's voice was a little hoarse due to excitement. She tried to sense the new power in her body, and felt as if the depths of her soul were gently touched by a warm and powerful force. An unprecedented sense of confidence and strength arose spontaneously.

Qian Renxue was really shocked. You know, her martial soul was a martial soul bestowed by God. Even when she became a god in her previous life, nothing had changed. Something that even gods could not change was actually changed by a magical herb.

Could it be that Li Muyun is the illegitimate son of that god?
Otherwise, how could one obtain hundred thousand year soul bones, twin martial souls, magical herbs and the like so easily?
Qian Renxue's gaze lingered on Li Muyun, her eyes flashing with complex and profound emotions. She slowly took a step forward, and the distance between the two was invisibly shortened. She spoke softly, her voice full of gratitude and expectation:
"Thank you, Li Muyun. This gift is not only an improvement in my strength, but also a reflection of your deep care and trust in me. I will practice hard and live up to your expectations. When I come back again, I hope to see you standing at a higher peak, shoulder to shoulder with me. Because, in my heart, you have long been my indispensable partner and the driving force for me to move forward."

Li Muyun felt mixed emotions. The mechanical and indifferent voice of the system echoed in his mind: [“Host, the mission progress has reached 47%. Come on!”]

(End of this chapter)