Qian Daoliu wants to see me?
Compared to Qian Daoliu, Xia Tian actually preferred facing Bibi Dong.
Because Bibi Dong had many desires and great ambitions, she had weaknesses and exploitable aspects.
But Qian Daoliu was different.
Qian Daoliu not only had firm faith, but his own desires and ambitions were extremely limited, with very few weaknesses.
The only things that truly mattered to Qian Daoliu were probably just Qian Renxue and helping her become a god.
Actually, Xia Tian wasn't worried about Qian Daoliu harming him, because Qian Daoliu's character was guaranteed, and Xia Tian could also believe in the Angel God.
In some aspects, Qian Daoliu was even more reassuring than Dumbledore.
What Xia Tian truly worried about was why Qian Daoliu had noticed him.
He hadn't done anything yet!
He was more concerned it might be related to the gods!
Because the gods of Douluo's Divine Realm were aware of other worlds' existence and the matter of soul reincarnation.
Fortunately, the previous divination results supported Xia Tian as he walked into the Elder Hall.
Xia Tian wore a cautious expression while maintaining the curiosity belonging to a child.
He utilized his child identity perfectly.
The Elder Hall was naturally magnificent and luxurious.
However, the other elders were not present at the moment.
Most eye-catching was the statue of the Angel God standing at the forefront of the Elder Hall.
Compared to statues Xia Tian had seen before, this statue possessed more majesty and seemed to have life, watching everyone who made eye contact with it, its gaze benevolent.
This statue is special!
Xia Tian immediately made his judgment.
Inside the Elder Hall, Qian Daoliu stood before the Angel God statue, praying to it.
Xia Tian came to the center of the Elder Hall but didn't continue forward.
Qian Daoliu didn't end his prayer because of Xia Tian's arrival.
The next second, Xia Tian also knelt on one knee before the Angel God statue and began praying together.
"Merciful Angel God, please visit and watch over the nuns and children of the orphanage. I pray You bring them health and wellbeing. Please bless us with faith and hope, and remove all worries and fears. Thank you..."
Qian Daoliu's ears twitched. He sensed Xia Tian's devotion and sincerity, as well as his kindness.
This softened Qian Daoliu's expression somewhat.
Finally, Qian Daoliu ended his prayer. He stood up and turned to look at Xia Tian.
Xia Tian also finished his prayer. He stood up awkwardly and carefully saluted Qian Daoliu.
On Douluo Continent, except before the Angel God and the empire's emperor, one need not kneel to anyone.
So Xia Tian could speak while standing.
"Greetings to the Elder Hall Master and Grand Worshipper. I am Xia Tian, a student from Class Five, First Year of Spirit Hall Academy's outer campus, born in Spirit City Orphanage."
Qian Daoliu listened quietly. Actually, he had already learned Xia Tian's information thoroughly.
"You are a believer of the Angel God?" Qian Daoliu asked.
"Yes," Xia Tian answered without hesitation, showing just the right amount of reverence. "Since childhood, we've worshipped the Angel God together with the nuns."
A smile appeared on Qian Daoliu's face.
What a good child who believes in the Angel God.
"Child, I've already heard about your situation from Ruishi. Come forward and let me examine your spirit's changes," Qian Daoliu said warmly to Xia Tian.
After a second spirit awakening, suddenly possessing tenth-rank spirit power—in Qian Daoliu's one hundred fifty-plus years of life, he truly hadn't seen such a thing.
Since Xia Tian was a good child, he could help examine the situation.
If there was cultivation value, he could potentially become an asset to Qian Renxue in the future.
"Yes, Grand Worshipper."
Xia Tian approached Qian Daoliu step by step.
Qian Daoliu only looked middle-aged, handsome, with a smile on his face. He wasn't aloof but had a calm, serene temperament that made people comfortable.
He was rather tall but not robust, wearing a simple gray robe. Both his hair and clothes were neatly arranged.
This was an elder worth relying on.
—Xia Tian understood the meaning Qian Daoliu currently expressed.
"If the book's contents match reality, then Qian Daoliu should already be around one hundred fifty years old yet still so young. Even Dumbledore couldn't do this."
Xia Tian sighed inwardly.
Wasn't eternal youth a mini version of immortality?
However, Xia Tian felt something odd.
Because Qian Daoliu's appearance somewhat resembled a priest from his memories, and coincidentally, he was a little boy.
Ending his wandering thoughts.
Xia Tian came before Qian Daoliu.
Qian Daoliu said gently, "Child, don't be nervous. Release your spirit."
"Okay, Grand Worshipper." Xia Tian summoned his Autumn Cicada spirit.
Qian Daoliu examined Xia Tian's spirit without making contact.
But Xia Tian could detect subtle spiritual power fluctuations extending from Qian Daoliu.
As a Level 99 Peerless Douluo powerhouse, Qian Daoliu's abilities in all aspects had nearly reached the peak attainable by spirit masters.
Facing Qian Daoliu's spiritual examination, Xia Tian naturally... worked hard to display the excellence of his Autumn Cicada spirit and himself.
As a successful king in the magical world, when Xia Tian first started out, he had to find ways to attract investment.
So he learned that to obtain investment, one must demonstrate their value.
The Dark Lord seeking investment—starting a business, nothing shameful about that.
Legend had it the previous two Dark Lords had similar experiences.
Unofficial records stated Grindelwald had conned people through marriage, and Voldemort had also depended on wealthy women.
Xia Tian only needed to attract investment—already quite good.
Sure enough, Qian Daoliu's expression gradually became more interesting.
First was surprise at seeing the Autumn Cicada spirit.
Then curiosity upon discovering the Autumn Cicada had mutated into a summoning-type spirit.
Next was shock at perceiving the spirit possessed both space and time attributes simultaneously.
Finally was satisfaction upon recognizing Xia Tian's value.
Qian Daoliu: Good thing I discovered this child first.
Qian Daoliu organized his words and said to Xia Tian, "Child, I've examined everything clearly."
"Your spirit has indeed completed a second mutation, and it possesses the extremely rare space and time dual attributes. Your potential is quite good."
Historically, there weren't many powerhouses with space or time attributes, but those who became strong were all exceptionally formidable.
Moreover, based on Xia Tian's spirit "second mutation" and spirit power "surge," Qian Daoliu determined Xia Tian's talent was definitely not poor.
Because this might be a change brought about by an explosion of potential.
Pausing, Qian Daoliu continued, "Child, you cannot perform spirit possession, can you?"
Xia Tian showed a surprised expression at the right moment. "Grand Worshipper, how did you know? You can tell that too?"
"Haha." Qian Daoliu chuckled. "For me, there's nothing surprising about this. When you reach my level, you'll understand."
Showing off knows no gender or age.
"Actually, yours is a summoning-type spirit," Qian Daoliu continued. "This is a special type of spirit, extremely rare in number. So your cultivation path cannot follow the same choices as other beast spirit masters."
"After you obtain your spirit ring, you can explore your future path."
Xia Tian said joyfully, "Grand Worshipper, can I finally go obtain my spirit ring?"
Qian Daoliu smiled. "I'll have someone take you to obtain a spirit ring. I believe in your potential."
"I definitely won't disappoint the Grand Worshipper!" Xia Tian said excitedly.
Inwardly, Xia Tian sighed.
He thought he could be like those arrogant dragon protagonists and make Qian Daoliu marvel at him as a heavenly prodigy, taking him as a disciple on the spot.
He didn't even get any benefits.
For Qian Daoliu, arranging and cultivating Xia Tian would have to wait until after he truly obtained his spirit ring and further confirmed his potential.