<h4>Chapter 1043: Chapter 1040: Head-to-Head Confrontation</h4>


    Xu Wendong sat cross-legged on the bed, five hearts facing the sky, his expression as calm as water.


    He sat there quietly, silently reciting the Dragon Phoenix Creation Technique, as the True Qi contained within his flesh gathered together under his control.


    Like a surging river, it flowed through his meridians.


    Having undergone dual cultivation with Jiang Xueyao today, the True Qi he gained was far more intense than the first time they cultivated together.


    After all.


    This time, they were mentally and physically in sync, their thoughts connected.


    At the same time.


    He continued to release Phoenix Fire into his Dantian, burning the main body of the yer Vine within it.


    Although he still couldn’t eradicate the yer Vine’s main body, many of its tendrils showed signs of withering.


    If this trend continued, he would be able to kill the yer Vine parasitizing his Dantian within a week.


    "Thankfully, I have the Peni Fairy Ind Minor World and the Kunlun Mountains Minor World. Without these two Minor Worlds constantly supplying me with life force, I would have long been consumed by the yer Vine."


    Xu Wendong was grateful for mastering these two Minor Worlds, otherwise, the consequences would have been unthinkable.


    Nightfall set in.


    The banks of the Huangpu River lit up with multicolored neon lights, looking exceptionally beautiful, like a dreand.


    Knock, knock, knock!


    Hearing the knock on the door, Xu Wendong said, "Come in!"


    As the door slowly opened, a stunning figure appeared before Xu Wendong’s eyes.


    He saw Jiang Xueyao wearing a red deep V off-shoulder dress approaching.


    The red of the dress was fiery and intense, the deep V neckline perfectly showcased her fair skin and charming corbone, while the off-shoulder design entuated her graceful figure.


    The dress fit snugly, outlining her perfect curves, with the hem gently trailing on the ground, like a blooming flower.


    Her jet-ck hair was elegantly coiled up, exposing her slender neck, with a pair of glittering earrings shining brightly against her fair skin.


    Her eyes sparkled like stars, her lips curved into a confident smile, as if the whole worldy at her feet.


    A pair of crystal high heels entuated her long, slender legs, with every step exuding a queen-like aura.


    Xu Wendong curiously asked, "Why so dressed up at this hour?"


    Jiang Xueyao replied, "A friend is back, and we’re having dinner together. Come with me!"


    "I don’t know your friend, so maybe I shouldn’t go," Xu Wendong replied somewhat reluctantly.


    Currently, he wasn’t fond of socializing, feeling as though he had developed social anxiety; spending time at home cultivating seemed a better use of time.


    Jiang Xueyao raised an eyebrow, "That friend of mine is a great beauty, you know!"


    Xu Wendong still looked reluctant.


    Even if the other was a beauty.


    So what.


    It had nothing to do with him.


    Seeing Xu Wendong unmoved, Jiang Xueyao suddenly changed tactics, pouting and yfully tugging at Xu Wendong’s hand, "Ohe on, my idol, won’t youe with me? Pleeeease!"


    Xu Wendong wanted to cry but had no tears, "Why do you insist on me going with you? You know I don’t like socializing."


    Jiang Xueyao sighed, "To be honest, the friending today is my childhood friend and also my sworn rival."


    "Since we were kids, we’ve been at odds, even after graduation."


    "She’s back this time just to show off that she’s found a very capable boyfriend, which is why I’m thinking of having you stand by me."


    "If I go alone to the appointment, she’ll surelyugh me to scorn."


    "Do you really want to see me beingughed at?" she said, putting on a pitiful face, starkly contrasting her usual aloof and strong demeanor.


    "Alright then!"


    Xu Wendong agreed to Jiang Xueyao’s request, not wanting his woman to be humiliated.


    "Mwah!"


    Jiang Xueyao excitedly kissed Xu Wendong on the cheek, then helped him find a suit from the wardrobe.


    However, due to the hot weather, Xu Wendong did not wear the suit jacket but opted for a dark gray shirt, paired with ck trousers and leather shoes.


    The whole outfit exuded aposed and capable aura.


    Especially with his short cropped hair, handsome face, and determined eyes, Jiang Xueyao’s heart fluttered.


    Xu Wendong was already quite handsome, not to mention he was her idol.


    "Let’s go!"


    She affectionately linked arms with Xu Wendong, then greeted Yang Tao, and they took the elevator down to the underground parking lot.


    She had just added a red Ferrari supercar to her collection, a former dream of hers, though she avoided all things red before she started cultivating.


    Since starting cultivation, her aversion to red had vanished, leading her to decisively purchase a Ferrari supercar.


    Subsequently, Xu Wendong drove Jiang Xueyao’s red supercar out of Tangchen Yipin, racing down the bustling roads, drawing many admiring nces.


    Half an hourter.


    Xu Wendong and Jiang Xueyao arrived at a private kitchen courtyard.


    The architecture was in the Jiangnan garden style, with small bridges and flowing water, offering a tranquil haven amidst the bustling city.


    Having made a reservation beforehand, as Xu Wendong and Jiang Xueyao got out of the car, a young woman in a cheongsam led them towards the private room.


    Upon entering the otherwise empty private room, Jiang Xueyao’s face immediately showed undisguised anger, "That person is so shameless, she agreed to meet at seven, and it’s now eight and she’s still not here; she’s doing this on purpose to make us wait."


    Though the agreed time was seven, Jiang Xueyao had not nned to be punctual.


    For that reason, she showed up an hourte, intending to make the other wait.


    Who would have thought, even after arriving an hourte, she was still earlier than Zhong Qiu.


    Xu Wendong chuckled wryly, "Can you two even be at odds over something like this?"


    Jiang Xueyao angrily replied, "Only the main act appearsst!"


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    Xu Wendong helplessly shook his head.


    However.


    His curiosity about this Zhong Qiu woman piqued.


    What kind of person must she be to provoke such rivalry with a cool beauty like Jiang Xueyao?


    "Indeed, only the main act appearsst." Along with a slightly haughty voice, a captivating scene unfolded before Xu Wendong’s eyes.


    She wore a red long dress, the hem moving gracefully with each step like flowing mes, warm and passionate.


    Her tall figure was as elegant as a model’s, her skin snowy white, exuding a soft glow. Her fiery red lips were striking on her face, like artfully applied makeup, both sexy and mysterious.


    Her hair cascaded like a waterfall to her waist, withrge waves adding to her enchanting appeal.


    In her hand, she carried a delicate Hermes bag, her steps light, her smile radiant.


    Her demeanor was elegantly poised, like a beauty stepping out of an ancient painting, full of Eastern feminine charm.


    Upon seeing Zhong Qiu, Xu Wendong almost let out a scream.


    Damn!


    She actually has a rare Fire Spirit Body?