Chapter 696
Ren Xue
Qian Daoliu remained silent for a long time before finally nodding: "In that case, let's use these five years to prove that your choice was correct. You need to speed up the Angel God's exam; he needs to make a name for himself in the world. Five years later, if you can both fulfill your promise, I will personally officiate your wedding and announce it to the world."
"Thank you, Grandpa." Qian Renxue smiled sincerely.
“However,” Qian Daoliu’s tone turned serious, “if he fails to meet the requirements in five years, or if your feelings affect your progress in the Divine Exam, then this relationship must end. This is not because I am heartless, but as the Grand Elder of the Spirit Hall, and as your grandfather, I must ensure the future of the Spirit Hall and your future.”
Qian Renxue took a deep breath: "I understand. If he fails to keep his promise in five years, I will... I will accept reality. But Grandpa, I believe he won't let me down."
Qian Daoliu didn't say anything more, he just patted his granddaughter on the shoulder and turned to leave.
Qian Renxue returned to her room, sat by the window, and gazed at the brightest star in the night sky, her heart filled with anticipation for the future.
Meanwhile, Dai Chengfeng had already left Wuhun City, mounted a fast horse, and galloped towards the Star Luo Empire. The night wind howled past, blowing his robes and stirring the burning flames in his heart.
Five years to go from Soul King to Soul Douluo, building a team capable of winning the Soul Master Tournament from scratch—this was undoubtedly a formidable challenge. But Dai Chengfeng showed no fear; instead, he was filled with fighting spirit.
He recalled the information in his mind: the distribution map of immortal herbs, the sites of divine inheritance, and important future events... These were all advantages he had as a transmigrator. But he also knew that he couldn't rely entirely on the information from the original work, because the reality of this world might be different.
First, he needs to return to the Star Luo Empire to deal with Davis and Zhu Zhuyun. These two villains from the original story are now his brother and his fiancée's sister. Although he successfully postponed the engagement, the problem isn't entirely resolved. He needs to find a way to protect Zhu Zhuqing while avoiding a direct confrontation with Davis and Zhu Zhuyun.
Secondly, he needed to begin preparations for establishing the academy. Location, faculty, student recruitment, funding… these were all issues that needed to be considered. Fortunately, he held the status of the third prince of the Star Luo Empire; although he was not favored, he at least possessed some resources and influence.
Finally, he needed to devise a detailed training plan. Reaching the Soul Douluo level within five years required extremely high training efficiency, as well as the assistance of various fortuitous opportunities. He had to carefully plan each step to ensure that while increasing his strength, he wouldn't leave behind any future problems due to an unstable foundation.
Late at night, Dai Chengfeng checked into an inn in a small town. He lit a lamp, spread out a map and paper, and began planning his route for the next five years. "In the first year, I will return to the Star Luo Empire to resolve family issues and begin preparations for the academy. As for cultivation, I need to find my first opportunity—the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well in Sunset Forest. There are many immortal herbs there that can greatly improve my physique and accelerate my cultivation."
Dai Chengfeng marked the location of Sunset Forest on the map. The Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well was Dugu Bo's medicine garden, but Dugu Bo might not have discovered it yet, or might have only recently. He needed to proceed cautiously and avoid a direct confrontation with this Poison Douluo.
"In the second year, the academy should be initially established and begin recruiting its first batch of students. At the same time, I need to find a second opportunity—the City of Slaughter. Although dangerous, obtaining the God of Slaughter Domain after passing through the Hell Road will greatly enhance my combat power."
The City of Slaughter is a place that strikes fear into the hearts of countless Soul Masters, but it is also the only way to obtain the God of Slaughter Domain. Dai Chengfeng knew that to quickly improve his strength, he had to take some risks.
"In the third year, the academy should be on the right track and the team should begin to take shape. This year, I need to go to the far north to explore the possible divine inheritance. If I can obtain the inheritance or important treasures there, my strength will take a leap forward."
The far north is the most important but also the most dangerous part of Dai Chengfeng's plan. The Spirit Hall has already discovered it, meaning the competition will intensify. He must be fully prepared.
"In the fourth year, the preliminary rounds of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament will begin. This year requires focusing on team training and cohesion, while continuing to improve individual strength. The goal is to reach at least the Soul Saint level."
"In the fifth year, the main competition begins. By then, I should be close to the threshold of Contra, and the team should be mature. The goal is to win the championship, fulfill my promise to Qian Daoliu, and then marry Xue'er."
After completing the plan, Dai Chengfeng looked at the densely packed plan on the paper and took a deep breath. This path was full of challenges, but every step pointed to that glorious goal—five years later, as a Soul Douluo, to lead the team to win the Soul Master Competition, and then openly and honorably marry Qian Renxue.
He carefully put away the plan, blew out the light, and lay down on the bed. (End of Chapter)