Outside the Soul Realm...
"Leader Gu Yuan!"
As Gu Yuan arrived, the Four Demonic Saints of the Soul Clan didn't dare to be careless. With their Leader absent from the Soul Clan, and the four elders in a deep slumber, the majority of power in the Soul Clan now rested in the hands of the Four Demonic Saints.
Thus, upon learning that Gu Yuan had come, they quickly put down what they were doing and rushed to meet him.
Gu Yuan, currently the strongest figure on the Dou Qi continent apart from their own Leader, was not to be underestimated.
They knew that they couldn't afford to be lax; if they were, there would be no way to stop Gu Yuan while their Leader was absent.
With his hands behind his back, Gu Yuan looked at the Four Demonic Saints and said, "Why is it you four here? Where is Hun Tiandi? I've come to the Soul Clan, and don't I have enough qualifications to be received by him personally?"
Hun Tiandi hadn't come to meet him, and this puzzled Gu Yuan. Had he, Gu Yuan, not even qualified for a personal reception in the Soul Clan despite coming here as a guest?
Was this how they treated their guest?
One of the Four Demonic Saints, Hun Tu, quickly explained, "Leader Gu Yuan, please don't misunderstand. Our Leader is not present in the Soul Clan, so he can't meet you now."
They were not afraid that Gu Yuan would cause trouble in the Soul Clan. Even if he dared to do so, the consequences for the Gu clan would be unbearable.
Upon hearing Hun Tu's explanation, Gu Yuan's eyes lit up. If Hun Tiandi isn't in the Soul Clan, it could be a good opportunity to take his daughter away from the clan.
But...
After carefully considering it, Gu Yuan eventually gave up on the idea. It was indeed a rare opportunity, but who could guarantee that it wasn't a trap?
If he took action to save his daughter, Hun Tiandi might immediately appear. So, the plan to save her wouldn't work.
...
It wasn't that Gu Yuan had lost his resolve; it was just that the current situation made him feel helpless.
He had the will, but his strength and backing were not strong enough. The current situation favored the Soul Clan, and other than compromising, he has no other choice.
This was the reality!
"I see."
Gu Yuan nodded slightly. Guided by the Four Demonic Saints, he entered the Soul Clan.
With his Gu Clan's bloodline, Gu Yuan sensed the presence of his daughter. He said, "Everyone, I came to the Soul Clan, and I believe you all know that I want to see my daughter!"
One of the Four Demonic Saints, Hun Tu, spoke, "Leader Gu Yuan, rest assured. Our Leader ordered that your daughter is absolutely free in the Soul Clan.
"As long as you don't take her away, you can see her whenever she wishes to see you. We won't stop her."
"Understood!"
...
Inside the residence of Gu Xun'er!
A servant whispered something in Gu Xun'er's ear, and immediately, her calm demeanor vanished.
She stood up straight with her body trembling, looking shocked as she asked the servant, "Is what you said true?"
"Ah!"
The servant nodded.
Without hesitation, Gu Xun'er quickly rushed out.
As she saw Gu Yuan's figure, memories surged in Gu Xun'er's mind. The towering figure in her memories gradually overlapped with the figure before her eyes, and her eyes moistened.
Tears turned into teardrops, falling from her eyes.
Finally, Gu Xun'er mustered up the courage and said, "Father!"
This "father" was like a call from ancient times. Gu Yuan's body trembled as he heard it. He hadn't heard this "father" in many years, making it both strange and familiar.
Gu Yuan turned around and met his daughter's eyes. Even though many years had passed since they last met, Gu Yuan recognized his daughter, Gu Xun'er, at first sight.
"Xun... Xun'er..."
Gu Yuan's voice trembled, clearly showing his excitement.
"Father!"
Gu Xun'er couldn't hold back her emotions any longer. Tears streamed down her face as she rushed into Gu Yuan's arms and hugged him tightly.
"Father, you finally came. Xun'er thought you didn't want me anymore."
Sniffling, Gu Xun'er had been strong, but at this moment, in front of her father, all her strength crumbled, leaving only endless grievance.
"I'm sorry, Xun'er. It's Dad's fault for being late."
Gu Yuan was deeply moved. This was all his fault; he hadn't protected his daughter properly.
If he hadn't been so rigid in his principles and had personally taken the Ancient Emperor's jade from the Xiao Clan instead of sending his daughter to retrieve it secretly, none of these events would have happened.
It was all his fault!
...
After a while, Gu Xun'er gradually regained her composure from her complex emotions. She led Gu Yuan into her courtyard, but she didn't inquire about when Gu Yuan would take her away.
Because...
After her previous conversation with Gu Dao, Gu Xun'er understood the current situation on the continent. If she wanted to leave the Soul Clan and return to the Gu Clan, she had to follow the arrangements made by the Soul Clan.
She had to reach Dou Sheng level. So, relying on others to help her leave the Soul Clan was not an option. The only way was to rely on herself.
As Gu Yuan looked around Gu Xun'er's courtyard, he saw that it was similar to that of top-tier status even among the Gu Clan.
He assumed it must be equally impressive in the Soul Clan. Moreover, Gu Yuan was an intelligent person, and he could see that his daughter was...
He was furious and didn't know who did this. If that scoundrel dared to stand before him, he wouldn't mind killing him with his own hands.
But Gu Xun'er didn't speak.
Gu Yuan didn't plan to ask either.
Nevertheless, even if Gu Xun'er didn't say anything, Gu Yuan would find that person and demand an explanation. Who was that scoundrel? He must be held accountable!
As Gu Xun'er and Gu Yuan reunited after over a decade, they had a long conversation.
At this moment, Gu Xun'er asked, "Father, do you know someone called Hun Xiu in the Soul Clan?"
"Hmm?"
Hearing this, Gu Yuan's expression changed.
His heart couldn't help but tremble. He had already figured it out; his daughter was probably bullied by this person named "Hun Xiu." However, the name "Hun Xiu" didn't ring any bells in his memory.
Gu Yuan asked, "My daughter, what is this person named Hun Xiu's strength?" At this moment, Gu Yuan only wanted to gather more information about this person called "Hun Xiu" and then demand his punishment from Hun Tiandi.
Gu Xun'er honestly answered, "He's probably at the level of a Dou Sheng, but I'm not sure about the specific rank."
Then, she changed the subject and continued to inquire, "Father, do you have any knowledge of this Hun Xiu?"
Gu Xun'er thought that she couldn't handle Hun Xiu herself at her current strength, but her father was strong enough. He should be more than capable of dealing with Hun Xiu, right?
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