Chapter 241: The Decisions of Qian Daoliu and Qian Renxue

  “I think Qian Daoliu’s proposal makes sense. I support it,” said Bo Saixi in agreement.

  “I also believe the Grand Priest’s suggestion is reasonable,” Liu Erlong added with a slow nod.

  “Star Luo abstains…”

  “Heaven Dou abstains…”

  Simir to Ning Fengzhi’s reasoning, they neither opposed nor supported the motion.

  Seeing this, Qian Daoliu announced the final result, “The voting is complete: three votes in favor, three abstentions. The proposal is passed. I ask for your cooperation when the time comes.”

  The group nodded in agreement. “Of course.”

  “I have finished presenting my proposals. Now, I invite other council members to share their opinions.”

  After delivering his three proposals, Qian Daoliu returned to his seat.

  All eyes naturally shifted toward Qian Renxue, who was seated next to Qian Daoliu.

  Seeing this, Qian Renxue stood up. “Since everyone is looking at me, I have a proposal of my own.”

  “We’re all ears,” Ning Fengzhi gave her a nod of encouragement. After all, she was his disciple.

  Qian Renxue nodded slightly and then spoke loudly, “I propose that the leaders of the newly rebuilt cities should be selected from various factions, rotating every three years.”

  Her intention was clear: to break the previous structure and prevent any one faction from consolidating too much power, thereby avoiding the rise of regional warlords.

  As soon as Qian Renxue’s proposal was made, the expressions of those present varied.

  Particurly, the former emperor of Star Luo, as a ruler of vast territories, was visibly displeased. To relinquish such control would mean undermining his foundation.

  Without much hesitation, he spoke in a deep voice, “I do not agree with this.”

  Qian Renxue remained silent, simply giving him a faint, knowing smile. She had anticipated this reaction.

  If she hadn’t decided to give up everything, she might not have had the resolve to propose such a bold move. However, since she had made her decision, this was the best course for the Heaven Dou faction.

  “I think it’s a good suggestion. What’s more admirable is that Qinghe is willing to let go of everything…” Ning Fengzhi was the first to agree with Qian Renxue’s proposal.

  Without a doubt, this approach would benefit the future development of the Douluo Federation.

  “The Spirit Hall agrees.”

  “The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Cn agrees.”

  Bo Saixi, on the other hand, chose to abstain. Not being particurly familiar with the intricacies of Douluo Continent’s politics, she felt it best not to get involved in such matters.

  In the end, four votes were in favor, and the proposal was passed.

  With her proposal completed, Qian Renxue did not immediately sit down. “Aside from this, I have one personal request.”

  Everyone looked at her in curiosity, knowing that whatever this personal request was, it had to be significant.

  Not keeping them in suspense for long, Qian Renxue continued, “Since I succeeded the Heaven Dou throne, I have experienced many hardships and challenges, and I am physically and mentally exhausted.

  Effective immediately, I will temporarily step down and take a leave of absence. All matters reted to the Heaven Dou faction will be entrusted to my teacher, Ning Fengzhi.”

  What?

  The Heaven Dou Emperor was stepping down?

  Even if it was temporary, this was shocking news.

  At a time when it was a prime opportunity to strengthen her influence, she was willing to give it all up?

  Everyone was taken aback.

  They never expected the Heaven Dou Emperor to make such a decision.

  “Your Majesty, please reconsider!”

  From the Heaven Dou camp, Marshal Ge Long, dressed in armor with a sword at his waist, stood up urgently, his expression full of emotion.

  But Qian Renxue didn’t turn back. With her hand raised toward him, she said, “Marshal, stand down. My decision is made. Perhaps after some time to recover, I will return. For now, follow Master Ning’s arrangements.”

  “But, Your Majesty…” Marshal Ge Long called out, unwilling to give up.

  Qian Renxue’s tone grew more resolute. “That is an order. Stand down.”

  It had taken her immense strength to come to this decision, so how could she change her mind so easily?

  For decades, she had lived for the Spirit Hall. Now, she would live for herself.

  “Teacher, I wonder if you are willing to take over this mess for me?” Qian Renxue asked, looking at Ning Fengzhi.

  After a brief moment of thought, Ning Fengzhi nodded slightly. “Since you trust me, I will take care of it for now. But remember, the Heaven Dou faction belongs to you. I hope you return to the Federation soon.”

  “Thank you.” A wave of emotion passed over Qian Renxue’s face, but internally, she felt an enormous weight lifted from her shoulders.

  It was as if the burden she had carried for decades had finally been thrown off.

  "On that note, while we are on this topic, I have something else to announce."

  After Qian Renxue took her seat, Qian Daoliu continued, "Starting today, the Spirit Hall will relinquish all its military power and officially be renamed the Angel Temple, focusing solely on cultivation. Even if the major factions rotate leadership in the cities, the Angel Temple will not participate."

  “What?”

  Ning Fengzhi and the others were visibly shocked once again. The day's major announcements seemed to come one after another.

  They hadn’t expected such a powerful and vast organization like the Spirit Hall to make this decision.

  However, in contrast to the council members' reactions, those behind Qian Daoliu—such as Golden Crocodile Douluo, Thousand Ton Douluo, Snake Spear Douluo, and other elders of the Spirit Hall—remained calm, as if they were hearing something trivial.

  Having gone through so much, their perspectives had changed.

  Times were changing.

  The cultivation bottlenecks that once existed for them were no longer obstacles. Their only goal now was to pursue higher levels of cultivation.

  Worldly affairs had become a burden that hindered their progress.

  “Grand Priest, you are truly an extraordinary individual. I, Ning Fengzhi, feel deeply humbled...”

  A moment ter, Ning Fengzhi’s voice was filled with admiration.

  This was sincere.

  His mindset, after all, was entirely different from Qian Daoliu’s.

  Take the Seven Treasure Gzed Tile Cn, for example: Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and even Ning Fengzhi himself had all experienced significant breakthroughs in strength. Along with this increase in power came a swelling ambition.

  He wanted the Seven Treasure Gzed Tile Cn to expand its influence and grow even stronger.

  “All external things are just fleeting clouds. When your strength reaches a certain point, power and fame are things you can grasp easily,” Qian Daoliu said meaningfully. “Just like Qin Xiao…”

  Upon hearing Qin Xiao's name, everyone fell silent.

  It was true.

  What they yearned for was something Qin Xiao could easily obtain.

  What they desperately desired, Qin Xiao might not even care about.

  And why?

  Because of strength.

  Qin Xiao alone had the power to change the entire structure of the Douluo Continent. Who wouldn’t revere him?

  To put it bluntly,

  The current bance of power in the Douluo Continent could be undone with just a single word from Qin Xiao.

  “The Grand Priest truly has vision, unlike myself,” the former emperor of Star Luo said with a wry smile.

  Everyone returned to their seats.

  After Qian Renxue, Liu Erlong and Bo Saixi didn’t offer any proposals either.

  When it was the former emperor of Star Luo’s turn, he simply said, “I don’t have any proposals either. I’ll let Sect Master Ning speak next…”

  Ning Fengzhi stood up, his expression serious. “I do have a proposal, and it concerns the eradication of the Abyssal Creatures.

  “As we all know, the strongest Abyssal Creatures were mostly sin by Qin Xiao, and those that remain are merely stragglers.

  “While these survivors may not pose much of a threat to powerful soul masters, they are still dangerous to ordinary people.

  “I understand that tracking down these hidden creatures is difficult.

  “However, just yesterday, I came across a method that could locate their hiding spots. I’ll need the cooperation of all major factions to dispatch forces to assist me.”

  Ning Fengzhi chose not to reveal the details about Ah Yin, as she had explicitly told him she didn’t want too much trouble. Ah Yin had provided the coordinates of the Abyssal Creatures directly to Ning Fengzhi, and everything was already arranged.

  Qin Xiao’s return was imminent.

  (End of Chapter)

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