Douluo Dalu: The World Suppressing Douluo

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After hearing Lin Ye's plan, Hu Liena cradled the dumpling-sized pet in her arms, her charming face frozen in a dazed expression. Her lips parted slightly as a storm of astonishment raged in her heart.

This plan... it's simply brilliant!

Hu Liena couldn't help but marvel inwardly.

The rumors spread by the nobles had been a constant headache for the Spirit Hall. Yet in Lin Ye's plan, these very rumors were turned into a weapon. Using them as a pretext, they would stage an elaborate scheme targeting the evil spirit masters!

The more she pondered the plan, the more confident Hu Liena felt that if executed flawlessly, it could completely eradicate the evil spirit masters in one fell swoop.

Hu Liena was certain she could handle the initial steps of the plan.

Releasing false information suggesting that the main Spirit Hall harbored doubts about its branch halls? That would be easy enough.

The next step involved sending Spirit Masters disguised as nobles to collaborate with hunter groups, staging scenes to mislead and disarm the evil spirit masters. With proper arrangements, Hu Liena was confident she could pull this off as well.

However, when it came to the final step, Hu Liena's confidence wavered.

The plan required someone to pose as a hunter group and accept missions from the disguised evil spirit masters. The problem was that Spirit Hall members masquerading as hunters risked exposing themselves. Evil spirit masters had likely interacted with many hunter groups and could easily spot differences in behavior and habits.

The subtleties in conduct between Spirit Hall's Spirit Masters and independent hunters would be evident to anyone with a discerning eye.

But relying on real hunter groups posed its own challenges. Would any of them be willing to risk their lives to aid Spirit Hall?

Even if Spirit Hall promised generous compensation, facing evil spirit masters was a perilous endeavor.

Hu Liena dismissed weaker hunter groups—they might crumble under fear and reveal the plan. Yet stronger groups, being well-off, might simply refuse the mission outright.

Executing the plan perfectly seemed daunting.

Feeling a headache coming on, Hu Liena turned her gaze to Lin Ye. Suddenly, an idea struck her.

Wasn't Lin Ye a hunter himself? Could he help find a suitable group?

"Lin Ye, about this plan," Hu Liena began, a glimmer of hope in her eyes. "We can manage the earlier parts, but for the final step—having a hunter group interact with the evil spirit masters—our people might risk exposure. Do you have any hunter groups you can recommend?"

Lin Ye raised an eyebrow at her question, pausing thoughtfully before replying, "A hunter group, huh? I think I can help find a suitable one. But what's in it for them?"

"If a hunter group agrees to assist us," Hu Liena responded earnestly, "I can promise that upon success, they'll gain access to the treasure vault of Spirit Hall's Evernight City branch and choose one treasure each!"

Her tone turned more serious as she continued, "And as the mastermind behind this plan, if it succeeds, you'll have a choice, Lin Ye. You can select three treasures from the Evernight City branch vault, or accompany me to the main hall to pick one treasure from our grand treasury."

Having made her promise, Hu Liena anxiously observed Lin Ye's expression, silently praying for his response.

In truth, she hoped he'd choose the main treasury. Whether or not Lin Ye turned out to be the person she was searching for, his talent and brilliance had already won her over. She wanted to bring him to the main Spirit Hall.

As the Saintess of Spirit Hall and its future leader, Hu Liena needed to start building her network and support. Lin Ye, with his exceptional potential, was already on her list.

"Let's discuss that later," Lin Ye said abruptly, dodging the question.

Hu Liena's hopeful anticipation deflated slightly, leaving her feeling a bit aggrieved.

Lin Ye, however, wasn't trying to toy with her feelings. He simply wasn't ready to decide yet.

For the task at hand, he planned to involve the Wild Bear Hunter Group—the group he had joined. While the mission posed a danger, Lin Ye had a trump card: the Titled Douluo Experience Card left to him by his father. Even if the infamous Blood Infant appeared, he was confident in protecting his companions.

With the dangers mitigated and the rewards so enticing, the mission was a golden opportunity for the Wild Bear Hunter Group. The Evernight City Spirit Hall branch, with its long history and significant wealth, would undoubtedly house countless treasures. Be it storage-type Soul Tools, weapons, or rare herbs, the options were bound to be exceptional.

If the branch vault held satisfying treasures, Lin Ye planned to claim four items there. If not, he'd take one from the branch and another from the main treasury.

"Lin Ye, can I ask you a question?" Hu Liena's voice broke through his thoughts.

"What is it?" Lin Ye frowned slightly, puzzled.

"How old are you this year?" Hu Liena's gaze intensified, her question catching him off guard.

"My age?" Lin Ye blinked, unsure of her intent but answering truthfully. "I'm seven years old."

"Seven?" Hu Liena's heart leaped in excitement.

Lin Ye… it really is you!

Finally, after so long, she had found him. She wouldn't let him slip away this time.

Recalling her teacher, Bibi Dong's words, Hu Liena's confidence soared. She felt certain she could bring Lin Ye back to the Spirit Hall.

Her initial anxiety and urgency dissipated, replaced by calm determination.

Watching Lin Ye's puzzled expression, Hu Liena couldn't help but feel a flicker of smugness.

You don't know, do you? I know who you are. I even know so much about you!

"What's wrong? Is there a problem with my age?" Lin Ye asked, frowning at her peculiar expression.

"Not at all!" Hu Liena's lips curved into a playful smile. Covering her mouth with her delicate hand, she chuckled softly. "I just didn't expect you to be seven! You seem so much more mature. You don't look much younger than me."

Lin Ye: "???"

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