《Villain: I Possess The Dragon Yang Dao Physique, All Saintesses Turns Into Villainesses》 Chapter 1 - Getting the villain system, awakening the Dragon Yang Dao Physique Chapter 1: Getting the viin system, awakening the Dragon Yang Dao Physique ¡°I¡¯ve crossed over?¡± Below the vault of the sky, above the clouds, three flood dragons are pulling a golden chariot racing across the horizon. Dozens of swordsmen in white guarding the surroundings, escorting with swords on both sides, looking incredibly impressive! Lin Qi¡¯an is sitting in the chariot, digesting the memories in his mind. After a while, he couldn¡¯t help but take a sharp breath! ¡°I¡¯ve actually be the son of the Northern Emperor of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, the Crown Prince of Beiyang?¡± The Tiang Immortal Dynasty is the ruler of the Cann Dao Domain, possessing billions of people, and is one of the oldest and most powerful force! And it is widely known that the one who established this empire is the Northern Emperor, Lin Weixuan! But people are more familiar with another name of his, the Sword Emperor! His white-clothed sword guards fought for 80,000,000 miles and were invincible, creating the glory of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty. Yet he has no interest in managing the trivial matters of the dynasty, choosing to stay in Beiyang as the Northern Emperor and Lin Qi¡¯an, is the only son of the Sword Emperor. ¡°This identity is a bit too terrifying¡­¡± Just as he was feeling pleased with himself, thinking he could act without restraint, another set of memories surged into his mind. The rise of the Sword Emperor wasn¡¯t just due to terrifying strength, his methods were brutal! ¡°On my elder sister¡¯s seventh birthday, father took a sect treasure from the Luli Holy Land, the Seven Treasures zed Flower, creating my sister¡¯s Pure ss Body.¡± ¡°It¡¯s said that the flower was originally intended for a supremely talented young genius within the sect¡­¡± ¡°When I was five, father searched all major sects and finally found a person with Innate Sword Bones. He took his sword bones and forcibly imnted them in me¡­ It¡¯s said that the young man who was robbed has recently been rising slowly?¡± ¡°When my younger sister was three, father stormed into the Phoenix Empire and forcibly took the Phoenix Essence Blood, just to give her the Innate me Phoenix Physique.¡± ¡°It¡¯s said that the Phoenix Empire has recently had a supremely talented disciple causing a huge stir¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an felt a bit panicked as he was clearly the viin standing in the way of these protagonists. Once they rise, as the son who inherits the father¡¯s debts, death is inevitable! Even if father is the Sword Emperor, even if Beiyang has profound foundations, it¡¯s not enough! Lin Qi¡¯an, well-versed in novels, knows well how terrifying these so-called children of destiny can be once they grow! One who has a ring that contains an old master inside, one with innate divine powers, and treasure-finding cheats. Protected by the heavenly dao, even if they are not smart, they often grow at a terrifying speed, eventually bing a great power! ¡°I can¡¯t let them grow up. Father, your path as a great viin, only your son can help you continue. Even if it¡¯s for myself, for the family, these threats must be eliminated!¡± Just then, an emotionless mechanical voice sounded in his mind. ¡¾Ding! Viin system binding in progress¡¿ The system is here? Lin Qi¡¯an was overjoyed and quickly opened the attribute panel. Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Tiang Immortal Dynasty, Crown Prince of Beiyang Cultivation: Fifth Layer, Heaven Dominion Realm Cultivation Technique: ¡¶Sword Manifestation¡· Physique: Innate Sword Bone (Imperfect) Divine Powers: Falling Moon God Sword, Heavenly Sword Finger Luck: 50 (ck) Storage: None Viin Points: 300 (Three thousand points needed to open the store.) Evaluation: Are you even a viin? ¡°System, how do I be a qualified viin?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡¾Hunt down protagonists, snatch their luck!¡¿ ¡¾Trample on Holy Sons, embrace Saintesses!¡¿ ¡¾Fame that terrifies all that makes all bow their heads!¡¿ ¡¾Pleaseplete the following tasks host, and grow into a qualified viin¡¿ ¡°Task: Subdue a maid, recruit a golden-luck Saintess as a maid.¡± ¡°Reward: Divine Ability ¡¶Thousand Swords To Court¡·¡± ¡°Task: Annihte a Holy Son or a Saintess of a holynd, sect, or ancient n.¡± ¡°Reward: Ice Qilin Essence Blood, Fire Qilin Essence Blood, etc¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was rendered speechless after reading. Holy Sons and Saintesses are beings that everyone looks up to! And in the system¡¯s tasks, they are but servants, existences to be casually annihted¡­ Even with the great backing of his father the Sword Emperor, he couldn¡¯t act recklessly, after all, there¡¯s an unwritten rule across all great dao domains: In conflicts among the younger generation, the older generation must not interfere. Although, if he were to be killed, his father would annihte the opponent¡¯s ancestors for eighteen generations. To be a viin, one must rely on oneself! He must strive, otherwise, he will eventually fall at the hands of those children of destiny. ¡¾Congrattions to the host for making a decision, receive a beginner¡¯s gift pack!¡¿ ¡°Open it!¡± ¡¾Congrattions to the host, you have obtained the physique ¡°Dragon Yang Dao Physique¡±, Heavenly Spirit Shaping Pill¡¿ This physique?! Lin Qi¡¯an had heard of it. The Dragon Yang Dao Physique, simr to the Innate Dao Physique, naturally harmonizes with the great dao, unobstructed absorption of spiritual qi, cultivation without bottlenecks, but it also has a special function. If a female cultivator dual cultivates with a possessor of the Dragon Yang Dao Physique, they can also receive the blessings of the dao essence, greatly increasing their cultivation or permanently enhancing their talent, the benefits are countless! Throughout tens of thousands of years of history, only one person has ever possessed the ¡°Dragon Yang Dao Physique¡±. Known as, the Dragon Yang Emperor. Surrounded by more than three thousand beauties! In that era, nearly all the fairy and saintesses of the world were gathered under hismand, envied by countless cultivators! After bing emperor, the close women around him, those who achieved quasi-Saint and Saint statuses were numerous. ¡°This beginner¡¯s reward isn¡¯t bad, at least there¡¯s no trouble in terms of cultivation.¡± As for women, Lin Qi¡¯an wasn¡¯t concerned. As the son of the Sword Emperor, the Crown Prince of Beiyang, looking across this vast Cann Dao Domain, which woman couldn¡¯t he snatch? Time is pressing, it¡¯s time to carry out the viin tasks, to elerate growth. Kill Holy Sons, collect Saintesses! Pulling aside the curtain, Lin Qi¡¯an asked, ¡°Where is the nearest Holy Land?¡± ¡°Responding to the Crown Prince, two hundred li from here is the Tianchi Holy Land.¡± The servant hastily replied. ¡°Tianchi Holy Land?¡± Also a major power, it¡¯s said that the Tianchi within the sect can cleanse the body and remove impurities. Direct disciples can obtain a chance to cleanse in the Tianchi. Rumors say, the Tianchi Saintess has been bathing with the holy waters of the Tianchi since she was young. Her body like ze, skin like ice and bones like jade, untainted by the mortal world. The number of cultivators infatuated with her exceeds several hundred thousand! ¡°Pass my order, we¡¯re going to the Tianchi Holy Land!¡± Chapter 2 - Meeting the Saintess of Tianchi! Discovering the Protagonist of Luck Chapter 2: Meeting the Saintess of Tianchi! Discovering the Protagonist of Luck ¡°The prince has ordered, head to Tianchi Holy Land!¡± the servant loudly announced. Boom, boom! Three flood dragons simultaneously turned their heads, dragon roars resounded. Dozens of white-robed sword guards, treading on flying swords, surrounded the golden chariot, creating a grand spectacle. Wherever they passed, golden light radiated, clouds rolled. Everyone on the ground was stunned. ¡°Heavens, which powerful figure is traveling with such a grand disy! Dragons pulling a chariot, a golden chariot, how majestic! Could it be some holy son?¡± ¡°Nonsense, see those sword-wielding white robes? Those are the Beiyang Sword Guards, a unit directly under the Sword Emperor!¡± ¡°Could it be¡­the prince?¡± After guessing the person in the chariot, everyone on the ground was filled with envy and reverence. The Tiang Immortal Dynasty is the ruler of the entire Cann Dao Domain! Their power is overwhelming. The greatest contributor is the Sword Emperor, so his son¡¯s status is naturally unparalleled, even surpassing the princes of the immortal dynasty! ¡°I heard the prince is as elegant as jade and unparalleled in handsomeness. If only I could see him in person¡­¡± ¡°Haha, with your looks, don¡¯t even think about it!¡± On the chariot, Lin Qi¡¯an was already fully experiencing the benefits of the ¡°Dragon Yang Dao Body.¡± Heaven and earth¡¯s spiritual energy naturally gathered around him. In terms of cultivation speed, it was at least several times faster than others. ¡°Your Highness, we are approaching Tianchi Holy Land. Should we notify them in advance?¡± In the Cann Dao Domain, all holynds and sects look up to the Tiang Immortal Dynasty. As the most honorable being in the immortal dynasty, the heir naturally needs to be grandly received. ¡°Go,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded. As a viin, his identity was already very high-profile, so there was no need to deliberately keep a low profile. Arrogance is the hallmark of a viin! ¡¾Ding! Protagonist of luck ¡®Ling Tian¡¯ detected, sessfully intervened in the plot¡¿ Oh? Didn¡¯t expect to encounter the protagonist of luck so soon! Is he in Tianchi Holy Land? Protagonist of Luck: Ling Tian Secret Treasure: Mountain Opening Seal, ¡°Nine Yang Mystic Art¡± Luck: 1000 (Golden) Core of Luck: Nine Yang Divine Sword Current Kill Reward: None ¡¾Hint: When the target¡¯s luck drops below 100, you can seize their core of luck, gain permanent luck points, and obtain all rewards¡¿ After reviewing Ling Tian¡¯s attribute panel, Lin Qi¡¯an pondered. His own luck was only 50, so to increase his luck, he needed to seize the core of luck from the target! This is their fundamental source of power. In ordinary web novels, when the protagonist of luck encounters danger, they always turn misfortune into fortune and be stronger, like an unkible cockroach. So, to kill them and get better rewards, you need to first reduce their luck value. ¡°Your Highness, we have arrived at Tianchi Holy Land!¡± ¡­¡­ Tianchi Holy Land, the sect gates were wide open. Just a moment ago, the entire sect received an urgent order! All disciples, elders, and supreme elders must immediately drop everything ande out to greet. ¡°Who ising with such a grand spectacle?¡± someone whispered. ¡°Supposedly, it¡¯s the prince!¡± ¡°The one from Tiang Immortal Dynasty? I heard the heir is elegant and handsome. Today, we are lucky to see him?¡± ¡°Look¡­ even our aloof and moon-like Saintess hase out to greet him. It shows how grand this heir¡¯s arrival is!¡± ¡°The Saintess is so beautiful¡­¡± At this moment, in the sky, flood dragons roared, bringing a golden chariot. White-robed sword guards opened the way, exuding majesty. The curtains lifted, and a man in snow-white robes stepped out of the chariot. His brows were calm, his aura transcendent, unlike ordinary people. ¡°Wee, Your Highness!¡± the entire sect greeted in unison. ¡°Truly handsome¡­¡± Many young girls, though bowing their heads, were secretly peeking at this handsome man. Is this the feeling of being a viin? Being admired everywhere you go. Unlike the protagonist, who is constantly ridiculed¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an casually nced and spotted the woman in a crescent-white dress among the crowd. Her appearance was stunning, with fine brows and snowy skin, like a fairy from the moon. In a white dress, she seemed like an immortal, with exquisite features, like the first snow on Mount Hua, exuding an unapproachable aura. Life is like a journey, it should be like a flying swan treading on snow. The Saintess of Tianchi, Su Xueni. It¡¯s said that aside from her father, she has never touched any man in her life, bathing daily in the water of Tianchi, without a trace of impurity on her body. She is truly an ice-skin jade-bone beauty, coveted by countless saint children and geniuses. Ranked second on the Cann Dao Domain¡¯s Fairy Beauty List. The first is Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s fianc¨¦e, the princess of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, but let¡¯s leave that aside for now. The reason Lin Qi¡¯an could urately find her among thousands was not just because of her outstanding beauty. A faint golden aura enveloped her, rising into the sky. Golden luck! In the novice mission, there was a task to subdue a Saintess with golden luck, he didn¡¯t expect to meet her so soon. Wait¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an noticed that Su Xueni was also looking at him. Her beautiful eyes seemed to hold an inexplicable heat. Su Xueni was indeed looking at Lin Qi¡¯an, but what she cared about was not his noble status and handsome appearance. Women with purple and golden luck can see things ordinary people can¡¯t¡­ Like the faint Dao charm emanating from Lin Qi¡¯an, and the yang energy like a golden dragon circling his body. The prince is actually the legendary physique that drives countless women crazy¡­ Dragon Yang Dao Body! Knowing this fact, Su Xueni¡¯s heart was already in turmoil. Chapter 3 - Father, Let Me Serve the Prince Chapter 3: Father, Let Me Serve the Prince ¡°Your Highness, pleasee in.¡± ¡°Your Highness¡¯s arrival truly brings glory to our Tianchi Holy Land!¡± Unexpectedly, Lin Qi¡¯an frowned, ¡°Your Holy Master didn¡¯t personallye to greet me. Does he not regard me?¡± A rebuke, frightening thousands within Tianchi Holy Land. Beiyang¡¯s prince, Lin Qi¡¯an, truly a dissolute son! ¡¾Ding! Host¡¯s arrogance and domineering nature show initial viinous traits, viin points +500¡¿ As expected, gaining viin points, Lin Qi¡¯an was pleased. He had merely tried casually, not genuinely ming the holy master for now weing him. ¡°Your Highness, calm your anger! It¡¯s not that the Holy Master didn¡¯te to greet you, but he was seriously injured recently and is in seclusion recuperating.¡± A sect elder hurriedly exined, cold sweat already dripping down his back. ¡°Fine, let¡¯s proceed.¡± Seeing that His Highness didn¡¯t pursue the matter, everyone¡¯s heart felt relieved. The group entered the Holy Land¡¯s grand hall. Lin Qi¡¯an walked straight to the top and sat on the Holy Master¡¯s golden jade chair. Seeing this, no one in the Holy Land dared to object; it was only natural. Might makes right. Who doesn¡¯t know the Sword Emperor¡¯s brutality? Angering him could erase Tianchi Holy Land with a flip of his hand. At this moment, a middle-aged man with an immortal-like demeanor stepped into the hall. He respectfully cupped his fists and said, ¡°Your Highness, apologies for theck of a proper wee.¡± The Holy Master of Tianchi Holy Land, Su Yun. His face was pale, and his breath was uneven, indicating he was injured and had just ended his seclusion toe and greet. ¡°Dont worry about it.¡± ¡°May I ask why Your Highness hase today?¡± ¡°Do you have someone named Ling Tian here?¡± ¡°Ling Tian?¡± Su Yun was puzzled, ¡°Are you referring to my disciple Ling Tian?¡± ¡°Tell me about him.¡± Could it be that Ling Tian¡¯s recent rise to fame has attracted His Highness, wanting to recruit him into Beiyang? Though puzzled, Su Yun still exined everything, ¡°Ling Tian has been an orphan since childhood, but his talent is extremely high. After joining our sect, he began to shine.¡± ¡°He recently won the sectpetition, rising from an outer disciple to a personal disciple.¡± ¡°He is only at the Third Layer of the Spiritual Insight Realm, yet can cross realms to defeat the Fourth Layer of the Heaven Ascendant Realm, truly extraordinary.¡± ¡°In the sect, there is a stone cave left by our ancestors with divine abilities. No one hasprehended it in three hundred years, yet he understood it in a day!¡± ¡­.. After listening, Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but sigh. The golden luck protagonist is indeed impressive! With such talent andprehension, given enough time, he will surely be an emperor, and I will only be his stepping stone. ¡®I cannot give him the chance to grow.¡¯ ¡°Bring him here.¡± ¡°Go, summon Ling Tian to meet His Highness!¡± Soon, a sharply defined young figure walked into the hall. It was indeed the protagonist of luck, Ling Tian! However, upon seeing Lin Qi¡¯an, he didn¡¯t bow. Instead, his pupils were filled with undisguisable resentment. He has a grudge against Beiyang. ¡®As expected, the protagonists of luck always have a grudge against me¡­¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an instantly understood. ¡®If I don¡¯t deal with them, I¡¯m bound to fail.¡¯ ¡°Ling Tian, how dare you! Quickly greet His Highness.¡± Seeing this rebellious disciple not bowing, Su Yun couldn¡¯t help but shout. ¡°Greetings, Your Highness.¡± Ling Tian didn¡¯t even bow his head, his eyes looking elsewhere,pletely disregarding His Highness. ¡°You¡¯re courting death, you scoundrel¡­¡± Su Yun cursed softly, hurriedly exining to Lin Qi¡¯an: ¡°Your Highness, this boy has been undisciplined since childhood, only knows cultivation, and has lost his manners. Please do not take offense.¡± ¡°It¡¯s not that hecks manners, he just doesn¡¯t want to!¡± Ling Tian stood tall and proud. ¡®What a ridiculous prince, one day I will trample you underfoot! Including your Sword Emperor father, all of Beiyang and even the Tiang Immortal Dynasty will be mere stepping stones for me.¡¯ He thought to himself. ¡°This boy is courting death¡­¡± ¡°A madman with no regard for his life¡­¡± Seeing this, many in the hall shook their heads in anger, their fists clenched tightly. If you anger His Highness, do you want the entire Holy Land to die with you, madman! Even the Saintess of Tianchi standing by the side couldn¡¯t help but frown slightly. ¡°Guards, take him away and make him reflect in istion for three days!¡± Su Yun was constantly watching Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s expression, fearing his anger. He didn¡¯t dare leave this ungrateful Ling Tian here, ordering him to be taken away. ¡¾Ding! Ling Tian has angered the crowd, luck value -100¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an was very satisfied, ¡®By reducing his luck, when it is low enough, I can kill him and seize the core of his luck.¡¯ ¡°Your Highness, please calm your anger. Ling Tian has always been arrogant and unwilling to submit to others.¡± ¡°Heh, I won¡¯t get angry over such a small matter.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said calmly, ¡°I came to Tianchi Holy Land to enjoy the scenery, nothing more.¡± His Highness indeed has great magnanimity. The Holy Master didn¡¯t personally greet him, and a disciple behaved recklessly in the grand hall, both acts of disrespect, yet he did not mind them. Su Xueni thought of this and stole another nce at the man on the throne. Seeing the golden dragon aura swirling around him, she couldn¡¯t help but feel admiration. That night. In Tianchi Holy Land, nearly a hundred beautiful women were gathered in the backyard, standing in a row. They were all slender, with bright eyes and white teeth. Any one of them would be a captivating beauty outside. However, at this moment. Su Yun was hesitating, unsure who to choose to serve His Highness. He is so high and mighty, with a wave of his hand, countless goddesses would gather. Ordinary women would certainly not catch his eye. If there is anyone in the Holy Land who could be favored by His Highness, it would probably be his precious daughter, Su Xueni. But Xueni has never liked being close to men since childhood. Elegant as a lotus, how could she possibly be willing to serve another man? Just as he was hesitating, Su Xueni, in a white dress, arrived, ¡°Father, let me serve His Highness.¡± Chapter 4 - Saintess Becomes a Scumbag, Too Real! Chapter 4: Saintess Bes a Scumbag, Too Real! Saintesses are mostly pure and chaste. It¡¯s not because their hearts are solely devoted to cultivation and seeking the Dao. It¡¯s because indulging in worldly pleasures affects their Dao heart, and losing their primordial yin impacts their cultivation. In this vast world, strength is paramount; without it, one bes a mere ything for others. But what if indulging doesn¡¯t affect their cultivation and instead brings benefits? Then it wouldn¡¯t be so rejected, just like Su Xueni at this moment. The legendary Dragon Yang Dao Physique is right before her, and seemingly no one else knows about it. If used properly, she might even be an Empress in the future! She doesn¡¯t like Lin Qi¡¯an but admits she craves his body. Already a scumbag mentality. ¡°Father, let me serve His Highness.¡± Upon hearing this, Su Yun first thought there was something wrong with his ears. His precious daughter had never touched a man¡¯s hand since childhood, and today she wants to serve His Highness? Does she know what that means? Serving is not merely pouring tea and water. If His Highness desires, it means apanying him in bed¡­ ¡®Yes, she must be thinking of the sect, wanting to cling to this powerful support, that¡¯s why she said this.¡¯ ¡°Xueni, don¡¯t force yourself, I¡¯ve already arranged someone else.¡± As a father, he naturally cherished his daughter. Although if she could truly be with His Highness, it would be a great blessing for Tianchi Holy Land, but it must be sincere, not sent off like an object! ¡°Father, I¡¯m not forcing myself.¡± Su Xueni shook her head and softly said, ¡°His Highness is as elegant as jade, countless women admire him. This opportunity is rare, I am willing.¡± ¡°Xueni, I know you are thinking of the sect¡­¡± ¡°I¡¯m not!¡± Su Yun was clearly stunned because in his precious daughter¡¯s tone, he even heard a hint of stubbornness. As if she would be angry if he didn¡¯t agree. What¡¯s wrong with his daughter? ¡°Alright, since you are willing, I support you. Go ahead.¡± After Su Xueni left, the other gathered women were disappointed. ¡°Sigh, we lost the chance to serve His Highness, such a pity¡­¡± ¡°Indeed, in terms of appearance, who canpare to Saintess Xueni except that nobledy in the imperial capital?¡± ¡­¡­¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an was contemting how to deal with Ling Yun and how to subdue the Saintess of Tianchi. With his power, he could probably achieve it by force, especially with the protector behind him. Tianchi Holy Land is but an ant, but the task requires subjugation, which might not be simple physical submission. At this moment, a servant¡¯s voice came from outside, ¡°Your Highness, the Saintess of Tianchi requests an audience.¡± ¡®She¡¯s here?¡¯ ording to popr belief, Su Xueni should be cold and elegant. Many holynds and royal families have tried to ally with Tianchi Holy Land through marriage. Even the current prince of Tiang Immortal Dynasty has expressed admiration for her. If they wanted to push their daughter to gain support, they would have done so long ago, not waiting until now. (TL: So the prince being referred to here is the Prince of the Tai¡¯an Royal family who is the main ruler of the Dynasty but Beiyang is just lowkey and doesn¡¯t interfere with the Dynasty stuff but Beiyang domain where mc is from isn¡¯t inferior or even stronger than the Royal family.) ¡°Let her in.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t figure it out, so he decided not to dwell on it. Take it one step at a time. The door was pushed open, and a girl in a moon-white dress walked in. Su Xueni¡¯s figure was slender, her steps graceful, a white moon belt entuating her slim waist, like a fairy from the moon, pleasing to the eye. A fragrance like orchids in a secluded valley wafted in. She was beautiful, but her elegant and transcendent aura was even rarer. Every smile and gesture seemed to make flowers bloom and the sun and moon dim. ¡®Wait, this is the plot location of the protagonist of luck, Ling Tian. Su Xueni is also a golden luck bearer, isn¡¯t she Ling Tian¡¯s heroine?¡¯ ording to the normal plot progression, Ling Tian should soar to the sky, then capture Su Xueni¡¯s heart, and no one could stop his rise, but with Lin Qi¡¯an here, he couldn¡¯t let things progress normally. ¡°Your Highness,¡± Su Xueni slightly bowed and softly said, ¡°Father sent me to serve you. If you need anything, you can call Xueni anytime.¡± ¡°The bed is a bit cold,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smile. Hearing this, even the prepared Su Xueni couldn¡¯t help but pause slightly, ¡®His Highness, isn¡¯t he too impatient? To speak so directly¡­¡¯ Thinking of the term ¡°bed-warming maid,¡± Su Xueni couldn¡¯t help but feel a bit ashamed. She, a dignified Saintess, would be like this! She struggled intensely within, trying to calm herself. Only give her body, not her heart. No woman could resist the Dragon Yang Dao Body. ¡®I, Su Xueni, just want to get closer to the Dao, nothing wrong with that!¡¯ Moreover, serving the elegant His Highness, she wouldn¡¯t suffer much. At worst, when she achieves the Dao, she could deny this rtionship. ¡°Xueni understands¡­¡± She bit her red lips lightly, her cheeks flushed with a delicate blush, her exquisite and graceful body even more enchanting under the soft light. ¡°Wait!¡± Just as she was about to undress, Lin Qi¡¯an stopped her which made Su Xueni freeze. If it were any other man, they would have been impatient by now, their eyes bloodshot. ¡®His Highness, so calm?¡¯ Indeed, His Highness¡¯s temperament is extraordinary, unlike ordinary men who lose their minds to beauty, but Lin Qi¡¯an wasn¡¯t in a hurry; this made her even more anxious. If she could be the first to enjoy the Dragon Yang Dao Body, she would benefit the most! She heard that His Highness has been cultivating in Beiyang Tianjian City, not even seeing his fianc¨¦e, so he probably had no other women. ¡°What¡¯s wrong, Your Highness¡­¡± Chapter 5 - The Initial Rift Between Male and Female Leads, the Holy Land is Attacked! Chapter 5: The Initial Rift Between Male and Female Leads, the Holy Land is Attacked! ¡°You, what is your rtionship with Ling Tian?¡± Hearing this question, Su Xueni was so angry that she felt a bit suffocated. ¡®Is it that my appearance is not good enough?¡¯ A strong sense of frustration rose in her heart. ¡°Replying to Your Highness, Ling Tian is my father¡¯s direct disciple. I have also traveled and trained with him. We are ordinary friends.¡± Ling Tian¡¯s feelings for her, Su Xueni naturally knew. She herself had some admiration for Ling Tian, but that was all. ¡°Ordinary friends? Then what do you think of his talent?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sipped his tea and asked again. ¡°His qualifications are eptable, but they are not one ten-thousandth as good as Your Highness¡¯s.¡± As a scumbag woman, it was naturally impossible to praise another man in front of His Highness. Su Xueni understood these social nuances well. Lin Qi¡¯an became suspicious. The Saintess of Tianchi, pure and untainted, yet she took the initiative to throw herself at him. If she were truly in love with him, then Ling Tian¡¯s luck value would surely have been reduced. But there was no system prompt! This proved that Su Xueni was not sincere but had another motive. Impure motives should be punished. ¡°Then,e and wash my feet,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an curled his lips. Making the high and pure Saintess do such a servant¡¯s task was outright humiliation! For Su Xueni, dual cultivation with the Dragon Yang Dao Physique was eptable, but washing feet brought no benefit and was extremely unwilling. ¡°What, you are willing to sleep with me but not wash my feet?¡± ¡°I¡­ I am willing,¡± Su Xueni half-bit her silver teeth. ¡°No need to force yourself. This prince will not force you. Come back when you are willing. Dismissed,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an gestured for her to leave. ¡°Xueni¡­ takes her leave.¡± Though unwilling in her heart, Su Xueni still exited the hall. Unexpectedly, the Crown Prince had such strong resistance to beauty. Just after leaving, a shadow suddenly blocked her in the corridor. ¡°Ling Tian?¡± Yes, it was the confined Ling Tian. He heard the maids gossiping that the Saintess had gone to the Crown Prince¡¯s room and rushed over in a hurry. ¡°Xueni, you¡­ just came out from Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s room?¡± Ling Tian¡¯s pupils constricted, his teeth clenched. Asking this question, he felt his heart almost breaking. The Saintess of Tianchi had long been regarded by him as his possession. Although they had not yet progressed in their rtionship, he believed that given time, he would capture Su Xueni¡¯s heart and create a beautiful story. ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°Did he do anything to you?¡± Ling Tian hurriedly asked. ¡°Ling Tian, are you not overstepping your bounds?¡± Su Xueni¡¯s face turned cold. Being questioned about such private matters by an ordinary male friend, she found it very rude. Unexpectedly, Ling Tian, already boiling with anger, became even more agitated without an answer. ¡°That damn Crown Prince, how dare he force you! Rest assured, Xueni, I will kill him and not let you suffer any grievances!¡± Ling Tian clenched his fists, terrifying anger spewing from his eyes, almost wanting to tear Lin Qi¡¯an apart. ¡°Are you crazy?¡± Su Xueni¡¯s beautiful eyes widened. She was still nning to gradually manipte the Crown Prince to fall for her, and you want to kill the Dragon Yang Dao Physique I have my eyes on?! At this moment, Ling Tian took out a packet of gray-white powder from his bosom and whispered: ¡°Xueni, this is the Heart-Devouring Powder I obtained from the Demon Cave some time ago. If Lin Qi¡¯an asks you to go again, secretly put it in his tea.¡± ¡°???¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry. This poison is colorless and tasteless. It will only make people lose their energy and spirit. It has atency period of several years, and they will never suspect you.¡± ¡°Impossible.¡± Su Xueni¡¯s face turned cold as she refused mercilessly. Ling Tian was stunned, ¡°Xueni, don¡¯t you trust me?¡± ¡°I warn you, it¡¯s best to drop these thoughts. If you mention it again, don¡¯t me me, Su Xueni, for being ruthless!¡± Usually gentle and elegant, the Saintess, like a serene maiden, used a threatening tone for the first time. After saying this, she waved her sleeve and left, leaving behind a stunning figure. Ling Tian was struck as if by lightning! ¡°It must be Lin Qi¡¯an who used some method to bewitch Xueni. Damn it, hateful¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an, don¡¯t think your power and influence make you untouchable.¡± At this moment, a ethereal female voice echoed in Ling Tian¡¯s mind: ¡°Ling Tian, you shouldn¡¯t provoke someone you can¡¯t afford to for such trivial matters.¡± The speaker was the sword spirit Ling Yu of the Nine Yang Divine Sword, a remnant soul of an ancient god. He had gone this far because it was with Ling Yu¡¯s help that his strength advanced rapidly, which was the root of his rise. ¡°This is not a trivial matter!¡± Ling Tian said excitedly: ¡°I like Xueni. Heaven and earth can witness my heart. It is not the filthy desire of someone like Lin Qi¡¯an!¡± ¡°Ah¡­ You are young and impulsive. You must learn to endure and hide, or it may harm yourself.¡± ¡°Rest assured, master, I have a n.¡± ¡¾Ding! Ling Tian and Su Xueni have a rift, Luck Value -50¡¿ Hearing the system prompt, Lin Qi¡¯an smiled. Su Xueni was indeed his Luck Female Lead. If their rtionship broke, her Luck Value would surely decrease. But he hadn¡¯t even made a move yet, so why had it decreased? Suddenly, there was a rumbling sound from the sky. ¡°What¡¯s going on?¡± ¡°Your Highness, it seems someone is attacking the Tianchi Holy Land!¡± Chapter 6 - Lin Qi’an: I Still Need a Maid Chapter 6: Lin Qi¡¯an: I Still Need a Maid ¡°Let¡¯s go have a look.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood up unhurriedly. The attack on the Tianchi Holy Land had no real impact on him. Even if the entire Tianchi Holy Land were destroyed, it would just be a small skirmish to him. Looking up, he saw that the protective array of the Tianchi Holy Land had already been activated. But the external attack was fierce, with meteoric fire rain and constant thunderous roars in the sky, as if the apocalypse had arrived. The entire Tianchi Holy Land was already in chaos. Inside the main hall, Holy Master Su Yun was pacing back and forth with his hands behind his back, and the elders all had anxious expressions. ¡°Holy Master, our protective array can only hold out for three days at most!¡± ¡°Those bastards from the Tiangang Holy Land, our private conflicts have actually rmed the Tai¡¯an royal family!¡± ¡°Relying on some connections to try to destroy us, how outrageous!¡± The Tai¡¯an royal family was the ruler of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, the overlord of the Cann Dao Domain. With its hundreds of millions of inhabitants in Tai¡¯an City, it overlooked all living beings. All sects and holynds in the Mortal Realm followed its lead, except for Beiyang. This was because seven-tenths of the Immortal Dynasty¡¯s territory had been conquered by Beiyang. ¡°They want to destroy our Tianchi Holy Land. Do they know that the Crown Prince is here?¡± ¡°So what if they know? They are not targeting the Crown Prince. Do you really expect the Crown Prince to help us?¡± ¡°The Tiangang Holy Land is acting under the nod of the Tai¡¯an royal family! Now that the Holy Master is injured, we have no means to resist¡­¡± ¡°s, is the Tianchi Holy Land doomed?¡± Su Xueni felt deep regret in her heart. If she had willingly washed the Crown Prince¡¯s feet earlier, would he have been in a good mood and helped them out of this disaster? But now, it was toote to regret. The Crown Prince would never go against the Tai¡¯an royal family for a holynd with which he had no personal connection¡­ ¡°His Highness has arrived!¡± With the servant¡¯s announcement, Lin Qi¡¯an walked into the main hall with his hands behind his back. Everyone, including Holy Master Su Yun and Su Xueni, looked at him with hopeful eyes. ¡°What¡¯s themotion about?¡± ¡°Those from the Tiangang Holy Land are here. I was injured in a conflict with them.¡± Su Yun sighed, ¡°Or perhaps it is because the prince has repeatedly invited Xueni to Tai¡¯an City, but she refused, causing resentment.¡± ¡°Now theye with the prince¡¯s order to destroy our Tianchi and take Xueni back to the Immortal Dynasty.¡± Everyone knew that the prince had feelings for Su Xueni. After all, the number one beauty on the Immortal List was his sister, so he naturally coveted the second. Su Xueni¡¯s repeated refusals had crossed the prince¡¯s bottom line. Thus, the prince wanted to use the Tiangang Holy Land as a knife to destroy the holynd and take the saintess! Under heaven, allnd belongs to the king. Who would dare defy the prince¡¯s order? ¡°Interesting,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled slightly. If he were not here, the plot would develop like this: The holynd in crisis, Ling Tian would step in to resolve it, show off and amaze everyone, greatly increasing his prestige, and winning Su Xueni¡¯s heart, bing the winner in life. Heh, he couldn¡¯t let that happen! Seeing that Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t seem very interested in helping, everyone¡¯s hearts sank. ¡°Crown Prince, if there is anyone in the world who can help our Tianchi Holy Land, it is none other than you!¡± Su Yun bowed respectfully, ¡°If you can save our Tianchi Holy Land from this disaster, we are willing to offer half of our natural treasures and divine weapons as tribute to Beiyang!¡± ¡°Please lend a helping hand!¡± everyone pleaded in unison. Lin Qi¡¯an was their only savior. If he didn¡¯t help, everyone in the holynd, except Su Xueni, would die. ¡°I¡¯m sorry, I¡¯m not interested in your Tianchi Holy Land¡¯s stuff,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and shook his head. ¡°Do you think it¡¯s possible for me to offend the Tai¡¯an royal family for a bit of petty profit that Beiyang doesn¡¯t care about?¡± Su Yun¡¯s face turned ashen. The elders were heartbroken. Su Xueni bit her silver teeth but also expressed understanding. Beiyang belonged to the Tiang Immortal Dynasty; they were essentially one entity. Now, risking their rtionship for a small holynd was not worthwhile or daring. ¡°However, it¡¯s not impossible for me to help your Tianchi Holy Land, but there are conditions.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s words brought a turn for the better, giving everyone a glimmer of hope. Su Yun was overjoyed and said tremulously, ¡°What are your conditions, Your Highness? Just say it, and we will do our best!¡± ¡°I want a person.¡± Everyone looked, and the Crown Prince¡¯s gaze fell on Su Xueni! The Crown Prince wanted topete with the prince for a person?! A thunderbolt struck everyone¡¯s hearts. Only Su Xueni felt joy. She had thought he wasn¡¯t interested in her, but it turned out to be all a man¡¯s facade, hmph! She was more than willing to follow Lin Qi¡¯an, which would give her a legitimate reason to win him over. It was a thousand times better than following the prince! ¡°But¡­ the prince also fancies Xueni, you¡­¡± ¡°What does it matter to me if the prince fancies her?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sat on the golden throne in the hall, smiling at everyone, ¡°Whoever I fancy is mine.¡± With these words, everyone felt that the white-robed Crown Prince exuded an overwhelming aura. His gaze seemed to overlook the world, putting no one in his eyes! Domineering! Astonishing! Everyone in the hall gasped. The Crown Prince not only dared to protect the holynd but also openlypeted with the prince for a person. Was there anything in the world he didn¡¯t dare to do?! Su Xueni blushed, her heart pounding. At this moment, she was truly attracted by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s domineering aura, unrted to the Dragon Yang Dao Physique¡­ ¡°But you have misunderstood one thing. What I need is a maid to take care of my daily life, not a Daopanion.¡± His words fell like a bomb exploding underwater! A great shock! The woman favored by the prince, the second beauty on the Immortal List, the unparalleled saintess. The Crown Prince only wanted her to be a maid? Chapter 7 - Taking the Shaping Pill, the Saintess Begins Her Self-Strategy Chapter 7: Taking the Shaping Pill, the Saintess Begins Her Self-Strategy Su Yun was shocked. His daughter, at the age of eighteen, was stunningly beautiful and had already reached the fourthyer of the Heaven Ascendant Realm. In the Cann Dao Domain, there were countless admirers, numbering in the tens of thousands. Even the prince of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty had sent people multiple times to invite her to the pce and had given numerous natural treasures, showing his sincerity. But because his daughter did not like him, she had politely declined. However, the Crown Prince was different. Upon arriving at the Tianchi Holy Land, he directly stated that he wanted her to be his maid! How domineering! It could only be said that he was truly worthy of being the son of the Sword Emperor and the Crown Prince of Beiyang. The elders were even more shocked, speechless, and gaping. To ask the saintess, who bathed daily in the water of the Tianchi, pure and pristine, to do menial tasks, the Crown Prince was truly outrageous! As for Su Xueni herself, she almost bit through her tender lips. This drastic difference in treatment made her quite ufortable¡­ ¡¾Ding! The host is domineering, shocking everyone, viin points +1500¡¿ ¡°As I said, this prince will not force you. The protective array can still hold for three days. Saintess Xueni can take her time to consider.¡± ¡°If you are willing, three dayster, I will protect the Tianchi Holy Land.¡± Leaving these words, Lin Qi¡¯an walked away with his hands behind his back. The task of ¡°conquering¡± required Su Xueni¡¯s willingness, and it could not be forcibly aplished. Inside the hall, everyone dispersed. Only Su Yun and Su Xueni remained. ¡°Daughter, you have to endure this¡­ It is my fault for provoking the Tiangang Holy Land.¡± Su Yun sighed helplessly. As her biological father, he would never want to use his daughter as a bargaining chip. ¡°Even if you hadn¡¯t conflicted with the Tiangang Holy Land, the prince would still have found other reasons to cause trouble.¡± Su Xueni shook her head, ¡°Besides, I don¡¯t feel too aggrieved.¡± ¡®Hmph, a maid is a maid. A maid can still sleep with her master!¡¯ In the entire Cann Dao Domain, if Lin Qi¡¯an wanted to recruit a maid, many saintesses from various holynds and ancient ns would vie for the position. At least, she was personally chosen by the Crown Prince himself. She thought so¡­ ¡¾Ding! Su Xueni¡¯spliance with the host increased, Ling Tian¡¯s luck value -50, viin points +700¡¿ ¡¾Store is now open¡¿ Back in his room, Lin Qi¡¯an heard the system prompt again. ¡®What¡¯s going on? I just left, and Su Xueni started to think differently?¡¯ He opened the attribute panel again. Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Tiang Immortal Dynasty, Crown Prince of Beiyang Cultivation: Fifth Layer, Heaven Dominion Realm Cultivation Technique: ¡¶Sword Manifestation¡· Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Body, Sword Bone (Imperfect) Divine Powers: Falling Moon God Sword, Heavenly Sword Finger Luck: 50 (ck) Storage: Heavenly Spirit Shaping Pill Viin Points: 3000 Evaluation: Slightly viinous, keep it up! The store had opened. What kind of items were there? A quick scan revealed a dazzling array of options. Cultivation Techniques and Divine Powers: Yellow Springs Death Palm: Required viin points 10000 Ice Soul Divine Art: Required viin points 20000 Mountain and Sea Emperor Seal: Required viin points 50000 ¡­ Items: Heavenly River Cauldron: Required viin points 10000 Primordial Divine Sword: Required viin points 30000 Nine Li Tower: Required viin points 50000 ¡­ Physiques: Pure Yang Sword Body: Required viin points 10000 Innate Dao Body: Required viin points 80000 Dragon Yang Dao Body: Required viin points 1000000 ¡­ After viewing, Lin Qi¡¯an sighed. Unexpectedly, the Dragon Yang Dao Body required a whole million viin points! It was indeed the ultimate physique, if it was revealed, all the goddesses and saintesses in the world woulde pester him. By that time, he might not have any time to cultivate and instead would have to work hard day and night. It had to be kept secret. ¡®For now, let¡¯s use the ¡°Heavenly Spirit Shaping Pill¡± in the storage.¡¯ This item could reshape the body, repair any physical ailments, clear impurities, and keep the body in perfect condition. After taking the pill, Lin Qi¡¯an began to meditate and in an instant, a blinding white light enveloped him. The holy light flowed like water and his entire body was being thoroughly cleansed! Waves of ck gas floated out from the top of his head; these were the impurities being expelled. His meridians were reforged, and his sword bones fused. The imperfect sword bones finally became perfect at this moment! At the same time, a sharp aura shot up to the sky. It pierced through the roof and soared into the clouds! In the Netherworld, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s protector, You Yi, looked shocked. ¡°This kind of sword aura¡­ piercing the rainbow and the sun, it actually has a shadow of the Sword Emperor¡­¡± ¡°The Crown Prince, in just a few days, has made such great progress?¡± At this moment, everyone in the Tianchi Holy Land was shocked. Just looking at that sword aura from afar felt piercing. ¡°What is that soaring sword aura¡­¡± ¡°It¡¯s from the Crown Prince¡¯s residence! Could it be that the Crown Prince is cultivating?¡± ¡°What a terrifying sword intent¡­ Isn¡¯t it rumored that the Crown Prince¡¯s sword bones are imperfect and he can¡¯t fully exert his strength?¡± ¡°It seems that rumor is going to be broken now!¡± Looking at the soaring sword aura from afar, Su Yun was overjoyed. Cultivating in the Tianchi Holy Land already showed the Crown Prince¡¯s stance. Such prowess, truly worthy of the Sword Emperor¡¯s son, his future achievements would be limitless¡­ If only Xueni could change from a maid to a wife or concubine. Su Xueni¡¯s pupils trembled! The Crown Prince was cultivating in the Tianchi Holy Land¡­ making progress. This proved that he intended to stand with the Tianchi Holy Land. Those words earlier were not empty. Unexpectedly, she, a mere girl from a small holynd, could truly make the Crown Prince openly defy the Tai¡¯an royal family! In some aspects, wasn¡¯t this already a high status? At least, higher than the number one beauty on the Immortal List, the Tai¡¯an princess! As his fianc¨¦e, the Crown Prince had never visited her in Tai¡¯an City. Thinking this way, Su Xueni¡¯s resistance diminished significantly. Chapter 8 - Resistance Decreases, Su Xueni Begins to Serve as a Maid Chapter 8: Resistance Decreases, Su Xueni Begins to Serve as a Maid Outside the Tianchi Holy Land. The Tiangang Holy Land was attacking the protective array with all its might. ¡°Hehe, this protective array can hold out for no more than two days.¡± ¡°In two days, our Tiangang Holy Land willpletely annex the Tianchi Holy Land!¡± ¡°That Saintess of Tianchi, she is truly an unparalleled beauty¡­¡± Apart from the Tiangang Holy Land, apanying them was the Shenlong Army under the Tai¡¯an royal family! The entire army was d in silver dragon armor, wielding dragon spears, exuding a domineering presence, and looking awe-inspiring. An imperial army, who dares to stand against it? Now, those holynds and sects with old ties to the Tianchi Holy Land had all shrunk back. No one dared to lend a helping hand. ¡°I say, this Saintess of Tianchi is really ungrateful!¡± ¡°She refused multiple invitations to the pce, and now she has angered the prince, she deserves it.¡± ¡°Haha, just because she is a bit pretty, she dares to put on airs with the prince. Doesn¡¯t she know that the Cann Dao Domain is ruled by the Tiang Immortal Dynasty!¡± The Holy Son of Tiangang was extremely excited. Although just a tool for the prince, he would still obtain half of the holynd¡¯s resources, a huge profit. The foundation of a holynd is enviable. In two days, once the Tianchi Holy Land is breached, he must bring those beautiful women of the holynd to the Tianchi for a grand feast, enjoying the pleasure of upying the territory. ¡°Look at the sky, what¡¯s that!¡± Suddenly, a beam of white light shot up, attracting everyone¡¯s attention. ¡°It¡¯s sword energy!¡± ¡°I heard the Crown Prince is a guest in the holynd. Could this be his doing?¡± ¡°It shouldn¡¯t be. I heard the Crown Prince hasn¡¯t fully fused with the sword bone. How could he emit such terrifying sword energy?¡± ¡°Hehe, the Crown Prince, is he trying to intimidate us?¡± The Holy Son of Tiangang sneered, ¡°Relying on his father¡¯s stolen opportunities to grow, and now he wants to act domineering outside, how unaware of himself!¡± ¡°We are here under the prince¡¯s order. If the Crown Prince has any ideas, he should think twice! Continue the attack, don¡¯t mind it!¡± ¡­ Lin Qi¡¯anpleted his body shaping. His body was full of power. The sword bone perfectly fused with his body, greatly enhancing his understanding of sword-rted divine abilities. ¡¾Ding! Su Xueni¡¯spliance with the host increased, Ling Tian¡¯s luck value -50, viin points +700¡¿ I just took a pill, and this girl starts her own strategy again? ¡­ The next day, early morning. Just as dawn broke, Su Xueni had already changed into a white dress with the help of her maid and applied light makeup. Her bright eyes and white teeth, skin as white as snow, eyebrows like distant mountains, beautiful like an immortal descending to the mortal world. Such a saintess should make countless men kneel before her. At this moment, she was preparing to serve Lin Qi¡¯an. After a night of mental struggle, her resistance had greatly decreased. Moreover, this was for the sake of countless lives in the holynd. The personal maid was teaching her one by one. ¡°Saintess, this is all I know.¡± Serving tea and water, massaging shoulders, washing feet, these are all tasks of a maid¡­ Su Xueni kept it in mind. ¡°Then, does a maid need to serve in bed?¡± she suddenly asked. ¡°That¡­ depends on the master¡¯s needs. If ordered, it must be done.¡± ¡°Got it.¡± Since it¡¯s about serving daily life, serving in bed should naturally be included. Unfortunately, Lin Qi¡¯an is not a lecherous fiend but a righteous gentleman who lives a serene life. Much better than the lustful prince. Su Xueni was willing to be Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s maid, but she was still eager for his body, longing to be close to the Dragon Yang Dao Body. Just as she stepped out, she ran into Ling Tian, dressed in green. He looked anxious and hurried, ¡°Xueni! I heard the Crown Prince threatened you to be his maid, that scoundrel is truly unscrupulous!¡± ¡°Where did you hear that he threatened me¡­¡± It¡¯s clearly our Tianchi Holy Land that needs his help. It¡¯s already a great favor that he is willing to help, where is the coercion? Su Xueni frowned, ¡°Don¡¯t talk nonsense and risk displeasing the Crown Prince.¡± But Ling Tian was undeterred, ¡°I know you are thinking for the holynd. Rest assured, with me here, the holynd will not be threatened!¡± ¡°What are you nning to do?¡± ¡°I have my ways! Xueni, I am willing to do anything for you, promise me, don¡¯tpromise!¡± Ling Tian spoke earnestly and profoundly. However¡­ Su Xueni felt suffocated with anger, ¡®From the start, it was I who coveted the Crown Prince¡¯s Dao Body, yet you keep obstructing me?¡¯ An ordinary man, really off-putting! ¡°You are a disciple of the Tianchi Holy Land, act cautiously and don¡¯t mess around. It¡¯s time, I should go serve the Crown Prince.¡± Leaving behind two cold sentences, Su Xueni turned and left. ¡°Damn¡­ damn it!¡± Ling Tian punched a nearby stone pir, cracks spreading. ¡°Xueni, wait, I alone am enough to protect the Tianchi Holy Land. No need for that damn Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Master Ling Yu, I want to break through to the fifthyer of the Nine Yang Profound Art!¡± In the sword sheath, the Nine Yang Divine Sword hummed. ¡°Impossible! You just entered the fourthyer not long ago, don¡¯t be reckless.¡± ¡°It¡¯s the only way for to have the power to fight.¡± Ling Tian¡¯s eyes showed madness.¡­ ¡°Your Highness, Xueni hase in.¡± A burst of spiritual energy pushed open the door, and Su Xueni entered the hall with a wooden basin. Upon seeing Lin Qi¡¯an rise from the couch, her beautiful eyes immediately carried a trace of heat. Dao resonance flowing, dragon energy surrounding. The eternal divine body, the Dragon Yang Dao Body! In the early morning, the dragon energy was at its peak¡­ If she could dual cultivate with him, not to mention getting closer to the Dao and enhancing her talent, even her long-standing ailments might be cured. She took a deep breath, her resolve even firmer. ¡®Even if the Crown Prince¡¯s fianc¨¦e is the princess of the Immortal Dynasty, so what? I, Su Xueni, might as well seize the opportunity!¡¯ ¡°Su Xueni, why are you looking at me?¡± ¡°Nothing, Xueni is here to help Your Highness dress and wash¡­¡± Chapter 9 - Complete Submission, Gaining Ten Thousand Swords To Court! Chapter 9: Complete Submission, Gaining Ten Thousand Swords To Court! The moon was bright and stars were sparse. Inside the bedchamber, the lights were soft. Lin Qi¡¯an was sitting on a sandalwood chair, beneath him was the figure of a moon-white long dress. The Saintess of Tianchi, Su Xueni, was kneeling in front of the chair, her face flushed, and her delicate body trembling slightly. At this moment, her soft and delicate hands, white as jade, were massaging Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s feet. If this scene were to spread out, countless Holy Sons and prodigies in the Cann Dao Domain would have their Dao hearts shattered! The prince of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty would probably vomit blood upon hearing this. The Saintess he had invited multiple times, his designated consort, was washing another man¡¯s feet?! To Su Xueni, this should have been an extremely humiliating thing, but at this moment, shame outweighed humiliation. Her face was flushed with a rosy tint, like the evening clouds staining the clear sky, beautiful and charming. Her heart was almost racing out of her chest. ¡°To touch the Dragon Yang Dao Body with my own hands, it feels like this¡­¡± She thought in her heart. Just by doing this, Su Xueni clearly felt that her speed of absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth had increased significantly because the prince was a Dao Body, naturally close to the Dao! The spiritual energy of heaven and earthes naturally! If she really dual-cultivated with the Dragon Yang Dao Body, her spiritual orifices might be fully opened! ¡¾Ding! Su Xueni¡¯s submission to the host increased, Ling Tian¡¯s luck -50, host¡¯s viin points +700¡¿ Hearing the system prompt, Lin Qi¡¯an was a bit speechless. This girl, is she trying to wind my favor just by washing my feet? But it felt good to reap the rewards. She had already added several thousand viin points for him, deserving a reward. ¡°Your Highness, the water is getting cold, Xueni will add some more.¡± Su Xueni said softly. ¡°You have already added water three times. Are my feet that dirty?¡± ¡°No¡­ not at all.¡± Su Xueni bit her tender lips, not knowing how to exin. Could she say that she was enjoying the benefits thate with it? ¡°Alright, it feels quitefortable, you can tidy up now.¡± ¡°Yes, Your Highness.¡± Seeing Su Xueni carefully wiping his feet with a silk cloth, Lin Qi¡¯an was in a very good mood. As long as hepletely subdues her, Ling Tian¡¯s luck value would surely drop significantly. ¡°Ugh¡­¡± Suddenly, Su Xueni clutched her forehead, letting out a soft, weak moan. Her face turned pale, her delicate body trembling, as a cold aura rose from her. This was Su Xueni¡¯s chronic ailment. Bathing in Tianchi water for years made her body like ss, enhancing her cultivation speed, but the Tianchi water carried a cold nature, and long-term umtion would often cause cold ailments. When it red up, her whole body would be surrounded by cold air, making life unbearable. This time, Su Xueni had timed her ailment to act up deliberately in front of Lin Qi¡¯an! This was a woman¡¯s strategy. A weak woman with a cold ailment in front of him, surely the prince would be moved. ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an frowned. ¡°Replying¡­ to Your Highness, it¡¯s¡­ my cold ailment ring up.¡± Su Xueni copsed to the ground, tightly hugging her delicate body. ¡°Xueni will rest for a while, and it will be fine¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an frowned, this was a woman he wanted to conquer, he couldn¡¯t just watch her suffer. So he picked up Su Xueni. One hand under her legs, the other around her waist, he ced her on the bed. ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Su Xueni hurriedly tried to get up, but Lin Qi¡¯an pressed her down again. ¡°Don¡¯t move.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an raised his sword finger, lightly touching Su Xueni¡¯s forehead. It was Dragon Yang Qi¡­ A warm breath entered her body, instantly restoring a lot of her vitality and dispelling the cold air and her whole body was almost rejoicing. This was the taste of a simple wisp of Dragon Yang Qi, so wonderful! Su Xueni subconsciously licked her lips. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, I feel much better¡­¡± she said softly. She didn¡¯t expect the prince to really care about her. At this moment, even the determinedly body-craving her had aplicated feeling in her heart. ¡°Since you are my maid, taking care of you is only right.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sat by the bed, smiling. ¡°The Tianchi water is too cold, to resist it, you need to practice a high-level cold attribute technique. As for aplete cure, I don¡¯t have a solution yet.¡± ¡®Dual cultivation with Your Highness will cure it¡­¡¯ Su Xueni thought. ¡°I happen to have a cold attribute technique here that can help relieve your symptoms, take it.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took out a jade slip from his ring. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness¡­¡± Su Xueni opened the jade slip, scanned it with her divine sense, and her beautiful eyes were filled with shock. Heaven-level technique: ¡¶Mystic Ice Jade Body Technique¡· Techniques are divided into heaven, earth, mystic, and yellow levels. Each level is vastly different. The highest in Tianchi Holy Land was only top-tier earth level and the prince casually handed out a heaven-level technique suitable for her¡­ Priceless! With this technique, she could establish her own sect! And the prince gave it to her so casually. Is this the foundation of Beiyang? Terrifying¡­ ¡°Your Highness¡¯s great kindness, Xueni will never forget!¡± At this moment, Su Xueni¡¯s view of Lin Qi¡¯anpletely changed. She had thought he was an arrogant and domineering yboy, but he turned out to be so considerate, so generous, not indulging in beauty, with a noble demeanor. Such a man was a thousand times better than the prince of Tiang Immortal Dynasty! And that Ling Tian, repeatedly trying to kill the prince¡­ was truly ungrateful. ¡¾Ding! Su Xueni¡¯s submission to the host greatly increased, Ling Tian¡¯s luck -100, viin points +2000¡¿ ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host for sessfully subduing a golden luck saintess, gaining divine ability reward: Ten Thousand Swords To Court¡¿ Chapter 10 - The Crown Prince Agrees to Protect the Holy Land! Ling Tian Courting Death Outside? Chapter 10: The Crown Prince Agrees to Protect the Holy Land! Ling Tian Courting Death Outside? Seeded in subduing her? Lin Qi¡¯an felt that he didn¡¯t exert much effort at all. She was doing all the work herself, but since the system indicatedpletion, it meant she had submitted and could be considered one of his own. Therefore, he decided to protect the Tianchi Holy Land. ¡°You just rest here.¡± ¡°What about your highness¡­¡± Su Xueniid on the soft couch, pulling the quilt to cover half of her blushing face, exposing only her shy and charming eyes. ¡°I have other matters to attend to.¡± Su Xueni had offered herself, and naturally, he would ept, but there was no need to rush; there was plenty of time in the future. The first dual cultivation with the Dragon Yang Dao Body would greatly benefit both parties, especially with an ice-type physique. Yin and Yangbine to achieve the Dao! Although Su Xueni¡¯s physique was suitable, its quality wascking. He wouldter enhance her physique to make it a top-tier ice attribute, then dual cultivation would yield the greatest benefits. ¡°You did well today. From now on, you will be my personal maid.¡± ¡°I will protect the Tianchi Holy Land.¡± Hearing this, Su Xueni was overjoyed! Although the Crown Prince¡¯s demands were domineering, he did not force her at all. Instead, he was considerate, giving her a heaven-level technique and willing to oppose the Tai¡¯an royal family for her sake. The slight humiliation of washing feet earlier was nothingpared to the current joy! ¡°Thank you for your great kindness, Your Highness!¡± Su Xueni made up her mind to repay the Crown Prince¡¯s kindness in the future. At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an needed to enhance his strength. He went to a secluded secret chamber and activated the jade slip of ¡¶Ten Thousand Swords To Court¡·. ¡¾Ding! Do you want to spend 1000 viin points to cultivate?¡¿ ¡°Yes!¡± Countless densely packed golden characters shot from the jade slip into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s forehead. After a while, he hadprehended the first level of Ten Thousand Swords To Court. Subsequent levels could be cultivated without any obstacles by continuing to spend viin points. This divine ability was enough to deal with the Tiangang Holy Land people outside! He didn¡¯t even need You Yi to take action. Tomorrow, he would solve the troubles outside. ¡­ ¡°Pfft!¡± Ling Tian spat out a mouthful of vital blood. His eyes were filled with joy. ¡°The fifth level of the Nine Yang Profound Art is achieved!¡± Now, he was a fourthyer, Heaven Ascendant Realm expert. Seeing this, the sword spirit Ling Yu sighed: ¡°Forcing cultivation by exhausting your vital blood will permanently damage your talent.¡± ¡°It doesn¡¯t matter. As long as I am strong enough, I can stand up for the Tianchi Holy Land so that I can protect my Xueni! Now I will go out and drive away those invaders.¡± ¡°Sigh, the impetuousness of youth¡­ For a woman, is it worth it?¡± ¡®Have you forgotten our promise as master and disciple? I help you cultivate, and you help me restore my body in the future. Your current actions are self-destructive!¡¯ However, the hot-blooded Ling Tian ignored Ling Yu¡¯s advice. Having survived so many life-and-death trials, he believed he was blessed by the Dao, always turning misfortune into fortune, and he would surely pave a bright path! ¡­ Outside the Tianchi Holy Land. ¡°Tomorrow, this formation will be broken. Let¡¯s see how long they can hide like turtles!¡± ¡°Hah, daring to openly defy the prince¡¯s order, these people are courting death.¡± ¡°A mere saintess, acting high and mighty in front of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, really thinks she¡¯s an immortal?¡± ¡°Hahaha!¡± While everyone was mocking and joking, a fiery red figure soared into the sky. A figure in green, holding a crimson sword, with a fierce look in his eyes, exuding an imposing aura. ¡°Who?!¡± ¡°Tianchi Holy Land, Ling Tian!¡± Indeed, Ling Tian hade out through the holynd¡¯s escape passage. He aimed to repel the invaders single-handedly, saving the holynd and thus winning Xueni¡¯s heart. ¡°Dare someone from the Tianchi Holy Lande out? Courting death!¡± The Shenlong Army and the Tiangang Holy Land cultivators surrounded him. In an instant, the night sky was filled with surging spiritual energy, meteoric fire rain, and overwhelming spells. ¡°Break!¡± Ling Tian¡¯s forehead shone with golden light, and with a sweep of his sword, crimson mes roared like a phoenix! The entire night sky was ignited by divine fire. The power of one sword strike resulted in deaths and injuries. Though alone, he came prepared, intending to challenge only the young generation¡¯s experts. If the opponent was unreasonable, he would detonate the divine fire within the Nine Yang Divine Sword, causing severe damage to them. If things followed the typical protagonist¡¯s plot, he would seed today, repel the enemies, and elope with the female lead. However, the situation was now very different. ¡­ Inside the holynd. Su Xueni was reporting the good news to her father. ¡°Father, I have good news! The Crown Prince has agreed to protect our Tianchi Holy Land.¡± Hearing this, Su Yun was overjoyed, ¡°Is this true?! ¡°Of course it is true. The Crown Prince also gave me a heaven-level technique to suppress my cold ailment.¡± ¡°Excellent, excellent!¡± He never expected that his daughter could gain the Crown Prince¡¯s favor, truly a blessing for the holynd. With the Crown Prince backing them, even if the Tai¡¯an royal family pressed hard, they had confidence. Beiyang never feared anyone! But at this moment, a figure suddenly rushed in hurriedly. ¡°Holy Master, something terrible has happened! Ling Tian killed members of the Shenlong Army and is challenging them outside!¡± ¡°What?!¡± Su Yun¡¯s face changed drastically as if struck by lightning. Chapter 11 - The Prince Descends the Mountain, All Bow Their Heads! Chapter 11: The Prince Descends the Mountain, All Bow Their Heads! The Prince¡¯s willingness to protect Tianchi Holy Land was a tremendously good news. Because Beiyang had the capability to withstand the pressure from the Taian Imperial Family! But Ling Tian, as a disciple of Tianchi Holy Land, dared to kill the members of the Imperial Dragon Army. A bolt from the blue! What right did Tianchi Holy Land have to oppose the Tiang Immortal Dynasty? Wasn¡¯t this pushing them into a fire pit? Su Yun¡¯s face turned pale immediately. He staggered back two steps and said in a trembling voice: ¡°Don¡¯t mind that bastard! From today onwards, he has no ties with Tianchi Holy Land! No one is to act rashly; everyone follows the Prince¡¯s orders!¡± He knew very well that doing anything unnecessary now would only cause more trouble for the Prince. There was also disappointment in Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s eyes. ¡°I warned him many times, but I didn¡¯t expect him to go mad to this extent!¡± ¡­¡­. On the other side. ¡¾Ding! The crowd is extremely disappointed with Ling Tian, Ling Tian¡¯s Luck Value -100, Host Viin Points +2000¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an, who had juste out of seclusion, also received this news. As expected of the Son of Luck, daring to show off outside alone. ording to the normal plot, it indeed should be your time to show off, shock everyone, and be famous in one battle. ¡®But with your current Luck Value, can you really retreat unscathed?¡¯ After several reductions, Ling Tian¡¯s status had already changed. Son of Luck: Lin Tian Secret Treasure: Mountain Opening Seal, ¡¶Nine Suns Profound Art¡· Luck: 500 (Blue) Luck Core: Nine Yang Mystic Art Current Kill Reward: Mountain Opening Seal, Great Profound Golden Pill Tip: When the target¡¯s Luck Value drops below 100, you can seize their Luck Core, gain permanent Luck Value, and receive all rewards. However, since things had already blown up, it was time to take action. ¡°Sword Guards, listen to mymand! Follow this Prince down the mountain.¡± ¡°As youmand!¡± Outside the hall, the Sword Guards in white clothes soared into the sky with their swords. They were the elite troops of the Sword Emperor¡¯s lineage, sworn to protect the Prince. No matter what holynd or dao pce, or even the Taian Imperial Family. Beiyang had never feared anyone! ¡­¡­¡­.. Outside Tianchi Holy Land. Terrifying divine fire erupted from within the sword, and Ling Tian had already used his trump card! Unexpectedly, his imagined killing blow had little effect, beingpletely blocked by a radiant golden dragon! ¡°How is this possible¡­ It shouldn¡¯t be!¡± Now, having consumed arge amount of spiritual power, Ling Tian also suffered internal injuries. Exhausting his strength, he was extremely weak and was no longer able to fight. He could only take advantage of the explosion of divine fire to turn into a stream of light and flee in panic. His n to be famous in one battle had failed. ¡°Haha, Tianchi Holy Land didn¡¯t dare toe out themselves, but sent such a clown,ughable!¡± ¡°Dare to kill my Dragon Army men, we¡¯ll settle this when the mountain gate opens!¡± The Tiangang Holy Land and the Dragon Army were all furious. They initially intended to spare the innocent mortals of Tianchi Holy Land, but since they courted death, they would kill them all. At this moment, the protective formation over Tianchi Holy Land slowly dissipated. The mountain gate opened! ¡°Finally can¡¯t hold back?¡± ¡°Haha, I wonder if they are here for a desperate fight or to beg for mercy?¡± ¡°Everyone, get ready to attack!¡± The leader of the Dragon Army, dressed in golden armor, majestic and formidable, pointed his spear at the holynd, filled with killing intent. ¡°Capture the Saintess, destroy the Holy Land!¡± ¡°Capture the Saintess, destroy the Holy Land!¡± The subordinates¡¯ shouts were thunderous, shaking the air. The Holy Master of Tianchi, Su Yun, along with a group of sect elders and Su Xuen¨ª, flew over. Among them, there was a golden chariot! Three flood dragons pulled the chariot, surrounded by dozens of Sword Guards in white, extremely domineering. ¡°Is that the Prince¡¯s chariot?¡± ¡°Oh? Could it be that the Prince is here to intercede for Tianchi Holy Land?¡± The golden chariot stopped in mid-air, and a figure in white, like snow, stepped out with his hands behind his back. Elegant as jade, unrivaled in beauty. His gaze was indifferent, like a king overlooking the world, making people tremble with fear! The Prince¡¯s aura immediately suppressed the murderous intent in the air. Though the Prince was weak, Beiyang was strong, the Sword Emperor was strong. At least, no one present dared to provoke him. ¡°I didn¡¯t expect the Prince to be here as well.¡± ¡°We are here by imperial decree to destroy Tianchi Holy Land and take away the Saintess, we hope the Prince will not interfere.¡± The one speaking was the leader of the Dragon Army, Xuande. He brought up the imperial decree right away to suppress the Prince, hoping he would not meddle. Hearing this, even Su Yun, Su Xuen¨ª, and others subconsciously held their breath. The pressure was immense! How would the Prince respond? ¡°Impudent!¡± His words were like heavenly thunder. Lin Qi¡¯an hovered in the air with his hands behind his back, sweeping his gaze over everyone, his eyes filled with sword intent. This shout made many people¡¯s blood surge, nearly losing their footing¡­ Sword Bone Pressure? Wasn¡¯t the Prince¡¯s Sword Bone imperfect, yet it was so terrifying! Many people were secretly shocked. ¡°Since you see this Prince, why do you not salute? Do you not put Beiyang in your eyes?¡± As the words fell, countless sounds of iron shing rang out. The Sword Guards had drawn their swords! In an instant, dozens of terrifying sword energies shot up to the sky, almost piercing through the dark clouds, revealing a bright full moon. Everyone was trembling with fear. The Beiyang Sword Guards had swept through countless sects in the Cann Dao Domain, undefeated. The mere Dragon Army was not worth mentioning. ¡°Greetings, Your Highness.¡± ¡°Greetings, Your Highness!¡± The Tiangang Holy Land and the Dragon Army all bowed their heads in salute, with no trace of arrogance left. Chapter 12 - Arrival of the Dragon General, the Princes Dominance! Chapter 12: Arrival of the Dragon General, the Prince¡¯s Dominance! ¡°The Prince is majestic¡­¡± Everyone in Tianchi Holy Land was in awe. In front of the chariot, with his hands behind his back, the figure in white was as elegant as jade. Extremely domineering, it made people¡¯s hearts yearn! Even the Dragon Army of the Taian Imperial Family was stunned¡­ After the ceremony, Lin Qi¡¯an said indifferently, ¡°You may leave now.¡± A dismissal order. Xuande, along with the Holy Son of Tiangang, suddenly looked up! ¡°What does the Holy Son mean?¡± ¡°Tianchi Holy Land, this Prince will protect.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s words were like thunder. The sound of gasping filled the air. The Prince wants to destroy the Holy Land and capture the Saintess, but the Prince wants to protect it? The Beiyang Prince dares to openly oppose the Taian Imperial Family! ¡°Your Highness, this is absolutely impossible! We havee thousands of miles under the Prince¡¯s orders; how can we return just because of your words?¡± Xuande gritted his teeth. As the imposing leader of the Dragon Army, he feltpletely humiliated at this moment. It seemed that he wasn¡¯t even considered by this Prince! As for the Tiangang Holy Land, it wasn¡¯t worthy of consideration. This was the dominance of the Beiyang Prince! Back then, his father, the Sword Emperor, also fought invincibly throughout the Cann Dao Domain. The Prince was also the son of the Emperor! The people of Tiangang Holy Land and the Dragon Army exchanged nces. They thought they would return triumphant, but they didn¡¯t expect to encounter this cmity. It was truly unlucky. ¡°Today, Tianchi Holy Land must be destroyed, and the Saintess must be taken away.¡± With a loud voice echoing in the sky, a vast aura rapidly approached. A golden light descended from the sky,nding in front of Lin Qi¡¯an. d in armor that seemed to be cast in gold, dazzling and brilliant, with dragon patterns faintly visible, holding a trident, and wearing a helmet with dragon horns, he looked like a war god from the heavens! ¡°Greetings, General!¡± Behind him, countless Dragon Army soldiers knelt down. The neer was none other than the Dragon General, Long Ye! He was the one who nullified Ling Tian¡¯s killing move. Even in the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, Long Ye was a renowned strongman. With one trident, he once destroyed a city, killed millions, his blood aura reaching thirty thousand miles! ¡°Your Highness, please don¡¯t make it difficult for my Dragon Army.¡± ¡°Are you threatening this Prince?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly. ¡°Get lost!¡± The air suddenly twisted, darkness appeared, and a ck aura broke through the sky. Boom! The god-like Dragon General was forcibly pushed back a hundred meters! Even the golden light flowing on his armor dimmed significantly. Seeing this scene, countless people opened their mouths wide, their pupils filled with disbelief, and they even forgot to breathe! The infamous Dragon General, an untouchable existence in the eyes of countless holynds and sects. But when he came before the Prince, he only received one word. Get lost? This was insane. Long Ye was a Dao Transformation Realm expert capable of shattering the heavens with a single strike! Could the protector behind the Prince be at the Sovereign Realm¡­ or even quasi-Saint Realm? Just thinking about it sent chills down their spines. This was the heritage of Beiyang, although they hadn¡¯t proimed themselves kings, their strength was not weaker than any other faction. ¡°The Prince is so handsome¡­¡± Within Tianchi Holy Land, many female disciples were already infatuated. Putting themselves in the scene, they felt that such a domineering Prince was protecting them, their hearts were racing, and their eyes were full of admiration. Su Xuen¨ª couldn¡¯t help but show a charming smile at the corner of her mouth. It seemed that being the Prince¡¯s maid was much better than this high-and-mighty Dragon General. At least the Prince would kindly carry her to bed and give her Heaven-tier techniques. And these people? They came in force to destroy my Holy Land, only to be told to ¡°get lost¡± by the Prince. Long Ye¡¯s eyes showed dread. He was indeed no match for the protector behind Lin Qi¡¯an. At this point, hard tactics wouldn¡¯t work; he had to soften his approach. ¡°Prince, Beiyang and Tai¡¯an both belong to the Tiang Immortal Dynasty; why hurt our harmony? We won¡¯t destroy Tianchi Holy Land. If you let us take the Saintess, we can at least give an ount to the Prince. How about it?¡± Even the mighty General yielded before the Prince. The Dragon Army soldiers were greatly demoralized. But this was indeed a mutually beneficial solution. It gave face to the Prince and avoided the Prince¡¯s reproach. ¡°It¡¯s bad¡­ The Prince might really be helpless now?¡± ¡°Yes, the other side has made significant concessions. If the Prince continues to make things difficult, he will be unreasonable and overbearing¡­¡± ¡°s, it¡¯s a pity for the Saintess; she still can¡¯t avoid being taken by the Prince!¡± Sighs echoed one after another. Even Su Yun felt helpless. The other side had given the Prince maximum face; not killing anyone, both sides had a way out. This request seemed very reasonable. The air was unusually quiet. Everyone watched Lin Qi¡¯an in white, waiting for his response. ¡°Xueni, I¡¯m thirsty.¡± The Saintess of Tianchi, dressed in a moon-white long dress, with an exceptional appearance and a graceful figure, respectfully approached Lin Qi¡¯an. Holding a white jade tray with a cup of tea on it. ¡°Your Highness, please have some tea.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took the cup, sipped it lightly, ¡°Step back.¡± A deathly silence. Everyone present was shocked to the core! The Prince had already answered with his actions. Su Xuen¨ª was his person! Today, no one could take her away. Chapter 13 - All of You Attack Together, Thousands of Swords to Court! Chapter 13: All of You Attack Together, Thousands of Swords to Court! The Beiyang Prince openlypeting with the Prince for a woman showed utter disregard for the Taian Imperial Family. How arrogant, how bold! The most critical point was that there had been no prior rumors indicating that the Prince desired the Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land. In contrast, the Prince had repeatedly sent people to request her, which meant the Prince¡¯s act was purely a whim! Realizing this, the Dragon Army felt stifled, and the people of Tiangang Holy Land were pale with extreme displeasure. ¡°Your Highness dares to act like this, are you not afraid of the Taian Imperial Family causing trouble?¡± ¡°Afraid of what¡­ The Sword Emperor fought invincibly across the world, with countless enemies. Did he ever fear anyone?¡± ¡°Beiyang¡¯s heritage is truly terrifying! It¡¯s said that strong men abound in Tianjian City, no less than in Taian Imperial City.¡± ¡°Hmph, he¡¯s just a spoiled brat riding on his father¡¯s coattails. How much strength does he have himself?¡± Discussion was rampant. For the overbearing and unreasonable Prince, people from Tiangang Holy Land and the Dragon Army were naturally unconvinced, thinking he only relied on his powerful backing. Without the Beiyang mountain behind him, what was he? The world respected the Sword Emperor, not some spoiled brat! ¡°Prince!¡± Long Ye strode forward, his voice like thunder. ¡°The Prince has a profound protector by his side, I dare not block him! But if today¡¯s matter spreads, outsiders will mock the Prince for bullying and robbing by force!¡± These words clearly implied that Lin Qi¡¯an had no real strength and was only pretending to be powerful. Hearing this, the Sword Guards¡¯ killing intent soared, and the aura from the Netherworld became more intense. ¡°Prince, let us destroy them! A bunch of ants dare to criticize the Prince, they are courting death!¡± Unexpectedly, Lin Qi¡¯an raised his hand, signaling the Sword Guards to retreat. ¡°What does General Long propose?¡± ¡°If the Prince wants to convince the public, it¡¯s simple! Please, Prince, personally defeat me, the leader of the Dragon Army!¡± ¡°He is also at the Heaven Dominion Realm. Considering the Prince¡¯s exceptional talent and the Sword Emperor¡¯s teachings, he should not be afraid.¡± With a few words, Long Ye pushed Lin Qi¡¯an into a corner. If Lin Qi¡¯an did not fight today, he would be ridiculed throughout the Cann Dao Domain for relying solely on Beiyang to seize women. If he fought, how could he defeat the battle-hardened leader of the Dragon Army with his broken sword bone? ¡°Dragon Army Leader, Xuande, requests guidance from the Prince!¡± Xuande stepped forward, a cold smile on his face. ¡°This is bad¡­ They are goading the Prince into battle with words! What if the Prince loses?¡± ¡°If he loses, he has no right to be so overbearing, unless he doesn¡¯t care about Beiyang¡¯s reputation.¡± ¡°Your Highness, please do not fight¡­¡± Behind him, the people of Tianchi Holy Land looked worried. They never doubted Beiyang¡¯s overall strength, but the Prince had no notable battle achievements at such a young age, not even matching the Saint Son of Tiangang! A few days ago, the Saint Son of Tiangang led a team to destroy a major sect, defeating its prodigies and killing thousands. Not to mention the experienced Dragon Army Leader, Xuande. Both were at the Heaven Dominion Realm, but their strengths could differ vastly, and clearly, the Prince was not abatant. ¡°Bah! Who are you to challenge the Prince? Let me handle this,¡± a Sword Guard shouted angrily. ¡°Stand down.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood in the air, his white clothes fluttering, his expression indifferent, exuding a transcendent calm. ¡°Xuande, bring your Dragon Army and Tiangang Holy Land, and attack together.¡± Attack together?! Everyone thought Lin Qi¡¯an was mad! There were probably over a thousand people below the Heaven Dominion Realm in the Dragon Army and Tiangang Holy Landbined! Lin Qi¡¯an wanted to fight a thousand people alone? If that wasn¡¯t madness, what was it? In the entire Cann Dao Domain, no prodigy dared to be so arrogant. ¡°This Prince has the Sword Emperor¡¯s illness without the Sword Emperor¡¯s strength¡­¡± ¡°Arrogance requires strength; he¡¯s courting death!¡± ¡°After this battle, the Beiyang Prince will likely be a joke!¡± At this moment, Ling Tian, who had escaped injured, was also hiding somewhere in Tianchi Holy Land, watching secretly. ¡°Relying on the Tiang Immortal Dynasty and possessing countless resources, even a dog could rise to power. He hasn¡¯t achieved anything, what a useless Prince!¡± Even the Sword Guards beside him tried to persuade him. ¡°Your Highness, don¡¯t¡­¡± But Lin Qi¡¯an ignored them. ¡°Fine, in that case, we will challenge the Prince together!¡± The Holy Son of Tiangang stepped out, his face showing a sinister smile. Today¡¯s battle would be the one that made his name famous in Cann, using the Beiyang Prince as a stepping stone. It would feel fantastic, haha! Nearly a thousand people simultaneously mobilized their spiritual energy. Instantly, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth surged, the wind and clouds changed color, and no birds were seen within a hundred miles. The spiritual pressure like a tidal wave rushed towards Lin Qi¡¯an. Lin Qi¡¯an remained as still as a mountain. He raised his sword finger, pointing to the sky! A terrifying aura of extreme sharpness spread upwards, slicing the iing spiritual pressure into thousands of pieces. Not only that, but this aura spread across the sky, covering a hundred miles. Divine Ability ¨C Thousand Swords to Court! Chapter 14 - Borrow Ten Thousand Swords, Kill a Thousand People! Chapter 14: Borrow Ten Thousand Swords, Kill a Thousand People! ¡°Hey, my sword!¡± ¡°Damn, what¡¯s going on?! The sword flew away on its own?!¡± Everyone present, regardless of friend or foe, saw the same thing. All who carried swords saw their des shoot out of their sheaths and into the sky. At this moment, in the armory of Tianchi Holy Land, the sound of metal shing resonated loudly. Countless swords hummed as if they had gained sentience, all rushing out of the armory together. The massive momentum frightened the guards into copsing nearby. Within a hundred-mile radius, all sects, big and small, as well as wandering cultivators, experienced this bizarre event. Swords left their bodies and flew into the sky. Among them were mundane weapons, spirit weapons, and even earth and heaven weapons. Ling Tian was entranced by the sight, his Nine Yang Divine Sword suddenly buzzing in his hand, as if agitated. He hurriedly pressed down on the hilt. ¡°Master Lingyu!¡± ¡°Such powerful sword dao divine power¡­¡± Lingyu was deeply shaken, gazing at the white figure in the sky like a god. Perhaps this was a true sword wielder. Countless beams of white light converged from all directions, like countless meteors. The tens of thousands of swords hovered above Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s head, seemingly jubnt. ¡°He¡­ he¡­ borrowed everyone¡¯s swords!¡± ¡°What kind of divine technique is this? I¡¯ve never seen the Sword Emperor use it!¡± ¡°Could it be that the his highnessprehended it himself?¡± ¡°They say his sword bone is imperfect, but if he can¡¯t activate the sword bone, how can he perform such a terrifying sword dao divine power?¡± ¡°With a singlemand, ten thousand swordse to court!¡± ¡°It¡¯s so overwhelming¡­¡± Everyone in Tianchi Holy Land couldn¡¯t help but feel the urge to bow in worship under this great divine power. ¡°Go!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an pointed his sword downward. It was like an emperor issuing a decree. Tens of thousands of swords instantly transformed into death warriors, a torrent of destruction, a brilliant gxy, rushing towards the enemy. The soaring sword intent tore the sky apart. Blood sttered everywhere, and screams filled the air. ¡°This¡­ impossible¡­¡± Watching his subordinates being pierced like beehives by the sword stream, Long Ye¡¯s heart felt like it was being cut with a knife. He dared not intervene, because he had provoked first. Xuan De struggled bitterly, but still couldn¡¯t withstand the sword rain and meteor. His golden armor shattered, his limbs broken, and he perished. The Holy Son of Tiangang turned his palms into shields, his face filled with terror, shouting. ¡°Prince, spare me! I will leave right now! Please spare me!!¡± Before long, his defense was shattered, and he was pierced by ten thousand swords, dying instantly. After a long while, the swords fell like rain, gradually ceasing. Of the thousand who fought from Tiangang Holy Land and the Shenlong Army, including several Heaven Dominion realm experts, none survived. The sound of gasping for breath rose and fell. Whether it was the guardian sword guards or the people of Tianchi Holy Land, their pupils were filled with shock. ¡°Who dares to say the prince is ipetent? Such divine might makes one lose all thought of resistance¡­¡± ¡°This is the prince, the might of the Sword Emperor!¡± ¡°Swords fell like rain, corpsesy everywhere, and most of them were from the Tai¡¯an royal family! The prince didn¡¯t even blink.¡± ¡°Overbearing and powerful, his strength is extraordinary! In the Cann Dao Domain, there is probably no second genius like him¡­¡± The Holy Lord of Tianchi, Su Yun, felt indescribable joy. The Heir Apparent dared to kill even the direct army of the Tai¡¯an royal family for Xue Ni. This was excellent; Xue Ni would naturally not suffer any grievances with him. Su Xue Ni¡¯s beautiful eyes sparkled even more. No wonder this was the man she submitted to, domineering and unparalleled in strength. How could this maid not be satisfied! In the future, if he spread the word, countless saintesses and geniuses would flock to him, and she was the first to seize the opportunity. Being close to him brought countless benefits. The group of sword guards were excited, bowing with their swords in salute. ¡°Heir Apparent¡¯s divine might!¡± In this young figure, they faintly saw the shadow of the Sword Emperor. If this news reached Beiyang, it would surely bring the Sword Emperor great joy! Even the hidden protector of Lin Qi¡¯an, Aunt You, couldn¡¯t help but marvel. Though she was blind, she could sense with her divine consciousness¡­ Ten thousand swords came to court, and the sword qi soared into the sky. When did this little brat grow to such a level? Lin Qi¡¯an stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the few people left in front of him. ¡°I gave you the chance to leave.¡± ¡°Leave!¡± Long Ye dared not utter another word. Beiyang indeed had no fear of the royal family. If he persisted, he would probably be killed too! He could only return and report to the prince for a decision. Tiangang Holy Land had mobilized to destroy Tianchi Holy Land, but now they lost their Holy Son. They could only swallow their pride and leave in disgrace. In this battle, Lin Qi¡¯an borrowed ten thousand swords and killed a thousand people! Unmatched in the world, his fierce reputation spread far and wide. ¡¾Ding! Host acted domineeringly and decisively, embodying the viin¡¯s demeanor.¡¿ ¡¾Viin points +20000¡¿ ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host forpleting the task ¡°y a Holy Son¡±¡¿ ¡¾Rewards obtained: ¡°Ice Qilin Essence Blood¡± ¡°Fire Qilin Essence Blood¡±¡¿ Chapter 15 - Gifting Ice Qilin Essence Blood, Preparing for Dual Cultivation? Chapter 15: Gifting Ice Qilin Essence Blood, Preparing for Dual Cultivation? The crisis at Tianchi Holy Land was resolved, and cheers erupted. The gratitude towards the Prince echoed throughout the entire holynd! ¡°Spread the word, tomorrow, Tianchi Holy Land will host a banquet to thank the Prince!¡± Su Yun¡¯s heartyughter resounded at the mountain gate, making him seem much younger. Su Xuen¨ª looked at Lin Qi¡¯an with undisguised admiration in her eyes. Amidst the overwhelming praise, Lin Qi¡¯an did not get carried away. He had not forgotten the presence of the Son of Luck. ¡°Aunt You, go find Ling Tian¡¯s whereabouts. He should still be nearby. Find him but do not engage and report any situation to me.¡± ¡°As youmand!¡± With Aunt You¡¯s strength, finding someone was not difficult at all. ¡°Damn it, why is he in the spotlight? Damn it!¡± Ling Tian, hiding in the shadows, gritted his teeth. In the previous battle, he had forcibly triggered the Nine Yang Divine me, causing Ling Yu¡¯s soul to be damaged and his vitality to be severely depleted. Despite his efforts, he ended up paving the way for someone else¡¯s sess. How could he endure this? ¡°Ling Tian, since you call me Master, listen to my advice. Leave this ce and do not provoke that Prince again. If you endure and cultivate in seclusion, your future achievements may not be less than his. But for now, you cannotpare.¡± The sword¡¯s spirit, Ling Yu, advised earnestly. When the Prince used his divine power earlier, even the Nine Suns Divine Sword, a sacred weapon, almost flew out. Ling Yu was in awe and yearned to be used by him. Honest advice is hard to hear. ¡°I will leave¡­ but I must take Xuen¨ª with me. I cannot watch her jump into the fire pit! She will understand my good intentions!¡± Ling Yu sighed deeply. She was too weak to speak further. Neither of them noticed the eyes watching them from the void. ¡°A sacred weapon, a sword spirit¡­ interesting. No wonder the Prince had me watch him.¡± The next night, Tianchi Holy Land was brightly lit, and a grand banquet was held. The hall was filled with dishes of chicken, duck, fish, and cups of jade-like wine. Attendees included not only people from the Holy Land but also sects from the surrounding areas who came to see the Prince. They wanted to see his true face and, if possible, align themselves with him. When Lin Qi¡¯an arrived at the banquet, everyone stood up. ¡°Wee, Prince!¡± ¡°Thanks to the Prince¡¯s great kindness, from now on, Tianchi Holy Land will follow the Prince and Beiyang!¡± ¡°Tianyan Sect pays respects to the Prince. It is my honor to meet you today!¡± ¡°Bring the Tianshan Snow Lotus from Huaming Pce to the Prince!¡± ¡°This Rejuvenation Pill is a small gift with beauty-preserving effects. I hope the Prince will ept it!¡± For a moment, Lin Qi¡¯an was the center of attention. A beautiful woman in a moon-white dress stood beside him, pouring wine and peeling grapes. She did not feel the slightest bit inferior due to her maid status, instead, she was graceful and charming, with a bright and moving smile on her beautiful face. The other women present were all envious. To hold onto such a powerful figure like the Prince meant a worry-free future, and the entire holynd would prosper. Unfortunately, their beauty could notpare to the Saintess of Tianchi. After the banquet, Su Xuen¨ª helped Lin Qi¡¯an back to his sleeping quarters to rest. Helping him undress, washing his feet, and making tea were no longer difficult tasks for her, and she had no psychological burden. Initially, she approached with the intent of coveting the Prince¡¯s body, butter she realized that the Prince truly cared for her. How could she not reciprocate sincerely? In the future, perhaps she could move the Prince and be his official wife. ¡°Prince, please rest well. Xuen¨ª will not disturb you.¡± After helping Lin Qi¡¯an onto the soft couch, Su Xuen¨ª bowed and prepared to leave. ¡°Wait,e here.¡± ¡°What are your orders, Prince?¡± ¡°I have something for you.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled slightly and took out a delicate porcin bottle. ¡°Prince, what is this?¡± Su Xuen¨ª blinked as she took the cool porcin bottle. ¡°Open it and see.¡± Su Xuen¨ª opened the bottle, and a noble, icy aura immediately rushed out, like being bathed in cold wind and falling into an ice cer. Inside was a drop of blood containing a sacred aura from ancient times. Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s beautiful eyes widened, and she covered her rosy mouth with her left hand, feeling a tidal wave in her heart! Ice Qilin Essence Blood! It came from the ancient divine beast, the Ice Qilin, an absolute top-tier sacred object! It was said that if one could refine this essence blood, they could forge a Cold Jade Body, making them instantly proficient in all rted techniques and divine powers¡ªa dream physique for women! The Prince actually had such a thing¡­ Her delicate hand trembled continuously. Su Xuen¨ª took a deep breath, ¡°Prince, are you giving this to me?¡± ¡°Of course, it is of no use to me.¡± ¡°Prince¡­ Xuen¨ª is just a maid. Isn¡¯t this too precious?¡± Su Xuen¨ª doubted her status as a maid. Could even the Prince¡¯s official wife receive such treatment? She didn¡¯t know, but she was sure the Prince¡¯s fianc¨¦e from the Taian Imperial Family didn¡¯t have this. She might be the first woman to be so favored by the Prince¡­ ¡°Hehe, of course, it¡¯s not for free,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smile. ¡°Refine this essence blood, cultivate the Cold Jade Body, and you can dual cultivate with me to advance together.¡± The Yang Dragon Dao Physique required a very specific dual cultivation partner, and the Cold Jade Body was a perfect match. If theybined, it would greatly benefit both. ¡°D¡­ Dual cultivate¡­¡± Hearing these dream words, Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s face immediately turned a captivating shade of red, her eyes seductive, and her ears flushed. She was ecstatic but dared not show it, trying hard to suppress her excitement. Getting the Ice Qilin Essence Blood to cultivate a rare divine body was already a great fortune. Being able to dual cultivate with the legendary Yang Dragon Dao Physique to reach a higher level was beyond words. Could there be such good fortune in the world? Perhaps in the future, she would no longer be called the Saintess of Tianchi but the Empress of Tianchi! ¡°What, you don¡¯t want to? Then I can take it back.¡± ¡°I, I am willing!¡± Su Xuen¨ª hurriedly grasped the porcin bottle, afraid it would be taken back. Then, realizing she was being too eager, she bit her lip, her exquisite face bing even more captivating. ¡°Thank you for your great kindness, Prince. Xuen¨ª will definitely work hard to refine it!¡± Leaving these words, she fled the room. Once she closed the door, she leaned against it, almost copsing. Holding her chest with her delicate hand, a smile that could outshine any flower appeared on her lips. From now on, she would wholeheartedly serve the Prince. She thought. Chapter 16 - Complete Break Between the Protaganist and the Heroine, Ling Tian Imprisoned Chapter 16: Complete Break Between the Protaganist and the Heroine, Ling Tian Imprisoned Su Xuen¨ª had just left Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sleeping quarters when a bright me suddenly appeared in front of her. She recognized this me; it was part of Ling Tian¡¯s technique! Her eyes narrowed, and a look of disgust appeared on her face. It was guiding her somewhere? This Ling Tian was bold indeed. After making such a grave mistake, he still dared to hide within Tianchi Holy Land! Following the me, Su Xuen¨ª arrived at a secluded woodshed. Pushing the door open, she found Ling Tian hiding inside. ¡°Xuen¨ª, you¡¯re here!¡± Ling Tian quickly stepped forward, eyes filled with excitement. Xuen¨ª hade; she still cared about him! ¡°You acted on behalf of Tianchi Holy Land without permission and angered the Tai¡¯an Royal Family¡¯s Dragon Army. Do you realize the magnitude of your mistake?¡± Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s gaze was icy, her tone devoid of warmth. ¡°I was trying to help you all!¡± Ling Tian felt as if he had been doused with cold water. He hadn¡¯t expected Su Xuen¨ª to me him instead of showing concern. His mood immediately turned heavy, and a hint of malevolence appeared in his eyes. ¡°Help us? If it weren¡¯t for the Prince¡¯s intervention, you would have harmed us.¡± Su Xuen¨ª looked at him and said, ¡°My father has already expelled you from Tianchi Holy Land. From now on, you and I have nothing to do with each other. Leave.¡± ¡°Xuen¨ª! You¡­¡± Ling Tian felt as if he had been struck by lightning, stumbling and almost falling. ¡°I treated you sincerely, I treated Tianchi Holy Land sincerely. Why did ite to this?¡± ¡°It¡¯s all because of that damned Prince, it¡¯s him¡­¡± ¡°Xuen¨ª, you must not stay by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side. He¡¯s a monster who eats people without spitting out the bones! Beiyang¡¯s power is built on countless corpses!¡± Ling Tian clenched his fists, gritting his teeth, his eyes red with agitation. During the ancient era of turmoil, countless forcespeted for supremacy. Beiyang indeed built its dominance on the corpses of many. Without Beiyang, the continuous wars would have imed even more lives! Moreover, the Prince sincerely cared for her, giving her Heaven-tier techniques and Ice Qilin Essence Blood. No matter what others thought of him, Su Xuen¨ª was determined to repay him sincerely. ¡°Shut up! I know exactly what kind of person the Prince is. If you speak ill of him again, don¡¯t me me for being unkind!¡± Ling Tian¡¯s face turned pale, his voice bing hoarse. ¡°Today, even if I have to tie you up, I will take you away! One day, you will understand that I¡¯m doing this for your own good.¡± As soon as he finished speaking, he activated the Nine Yang Profound Art, intending to use force. Unexpectedly, he was repelled by a burst of cold air from Su Xuen¨ª. ¡°Someonee! Ling Tian hasmitted a grave crime against the Holy Land and attempted to abduct the Saintess. This is a serious offense. Imprison him in the dungeon!¡± Several disciples and powerful elders of the Holy Land appeared behind her. Su Xuen¨ª had originally intended to show leniency due to their past camaraderie, but Ling Tian had gone too far. ¡°Xuen¨ª, you brought people with you to meet me¡­¡± Filled with resentment and heartbreak, Ling Tian coughed up blood. ¡°Take him away!¡± The disciples swarmed forward, subduing Ling Tian and dragging him to the dungeon. ¡°Su Xuen¨ª, you will regret this, I swear!¡± Ling Tian¡¯s shouts echoed behind them. Regret? Why would she regret it? Why are you so ordinary yet so confident? Compared to the Prince, you¡¯re not even worth mentioning. ¡ª ¡¾Ding! Ling Tian and Su Xuen¨ª havepletely broken off, Luck Value -100, Host Viin Points +2000¡¿ Hearing the system prompt, Lin Qi¡¯an in his sleeping quarters pondered for a moment. Ling Tian¡¯s Luck Value had now dropped to 400 (green). Theplete break with Su Xuen¨ª and his expulsion from Tianchi Holy Land would no longer reduce his Luck Value. The remaining Luck must be concentrated on his sword spirit master. From Aunt You¡¯s reports, Lin Qi¡¯an had a good understanding of the existence and weaknesses of this entity. ¡°An ancient divine spirit remnant soul, weakened by excessive use of power. As long as I can sow discord between them, Ling Tian¡¯s Luck Value should plummet more.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an opened the system shop, searching for what he needed. ¡¾Three Elements Soul Condensation Elixir: 2000 Viin Points¡¿ Effect: Can help remnant souls be more solid, restoring some soul power. ¡®Heh, sowing discord with sweet words and gifts is most effective. There¡¯s a saying, after all: The most touching thing is sincerity!¡¯ Beiyang Tianjian City, gathering countless famous swords; the Nine Yang Divine Technique in Ling Tian¡¯s possession should be quite nice? ¡ª Upon hearing that Ling Tian was still in the Holy Land, Su Yun was furious! This brat nearly ruined everything, and it was only thanks to the Prince that they avoided disaster. He used to admire Ling Tian¡¯s talent, thinking he could one day lead Tianchi Holy Land. But now, his daughter was favored by the Prince, securing their future. As for Ling Tian, whether he was exiled or executed was up to the Prince. Currently, Ling Tian was imprisoned in a dark, damp dungeon, meditating to heal himself. Disheveled and in a sorry state, the Nine Yang Divine Technique was hidden in his brow, hisst and only hope for aeback. ¡°Ling Yu, Master, once you recover a bit, we can break through the restraints. A mere dungeon can¡¯t hold me!¡± No matter what happened, he knew that Ling Yu would always be with him. No one knew of Ling Yu¡¯s existence. With her help, he still had a chance to turn things around! Lost in thought, he suddenly saw a figure in a moon-white dress approaching. ¡°Xuen¨ª?¡± He called out, but the words stuck in his throat. Beside Su Xuen¨ª was a handsome man in luxurious clothing. It was the Beiyang Prince, Lin Qi¡¯an. Chapter 17 - A Psychological Strategy! Recruiting the Sword Spirit Chapter 17: A Psychological Strategy! Recruiting the Sword Spirit Ling Tian¡¯s anger surged, his face turning red, his eyes bloodshot. ¡°What are you here for? Are you here to humiliate me?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t bother to respond to his outburst. He calmly said, ¡°I¡¯m not interested in you. Let your mastere out and talk.¡± Ling Tian felt as if he had been struck by lightning. This was his biggest secret, hisst hope. He had never told anyone, not even Xuen¨ª. How did Lin Qi¡¯an know? ¡°I don¡¯t understand what you¡¯re talking about¡­¡± Ling Tian clenched his fists and answered in a low voice. ¡°You have the Divine Technique Divine Technique, and there is a spirit within it. All your opportunities and growth havee from her. Did I make myself clear?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smirked. Hearing this, even Su Xuen¨ª couldn¡¯t help but pause. ¡°How¡­ how do you know this?¡± ¡°Do you think you can hide anything from me?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. Ling Tian trembled all over, feeling an overwhelming sense of powerlessness. He nearly copsed. Only now did he realize the insurmountable gap between him and the high and mighty Prince. ¡®Damn it, if only I had enough time to grow! One day, I could crush him underfoot! If only I had listened to Ling Yu¡¯s advice¡­¡¯ But it was toote to regret. His trump card was known, and escape was impossible. A red aura emerged from Ling Tian¡¯s brow, forming the ethereal figure of a woman¡ªthe sword spirit, Ling Yu. ¡°I¡¯m just a mere remnant soul of a sword spirit, why does the prince bother?¡± Ling Yu spoke calmly. Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and bowed, ¡°With your experience, you deserve to be called a senior.¡± ¡°What does the Prince want with me?¡± ¡°I¡¯ll be straightforward. In the Three Thousand Dao Domains, millions of sword sects exist, yet Beiyang Tianjian City remains supreme. It nurtures countless famous swords and produces unparalleled sword cultivators.¡± ¡°With the Sword Emperor leading the way, our sword path prospers like no other. I believe, Senior, that staying with Ling Tian is a waste of your talent.¡± These words were true and passionately spoken. Beiyang Tianjian City was a ce that all sword cultivators aspired to. Ling Yu¡¯s heart was stirred, her eyes showing a trace of longing. Ling Tian, on the other hand, red in anger, his clenched fists digging into his flesh. Lin Qi¡¯an was trying to poach his master right in front of him! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an! Taking Xuen¨ª wasn¡¯t enough for you, now you want to steal my master? You are the shame of the Cann Dao Domain!¡± Ling Tian roared. Lin Qi¡¯an ignored him, but Su Xuen¨ª frowned and coldly retorted, ¡°Ling Tian, do you think too highly of yourself?! First, I was never yours, not before and not in the future.¡± ¡°Second, I follow the Prince willingly, so there¡¯s no question of taking me. Lastly, the Prince is honorable and generous, unlike the despicable person you use him of being!¡± ¡®Calling the Prince this and that¡­ For him, she even scolded me harshly.¡¯ Ling Tian¡¯s heart shatteredpletely. He no longer felt love for Su Xuen¨ª, only a deep sense of betrayal and hatred! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, do you think my master will believe your nonsense? Dream on!¡± ¡°Oh? And what gives you the right to decide for your master?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled. ¡°Was it your impulsive challenge that drained her spirit, leaving her in her current weakened state?¡± Ling Yu was silent. She had to admit that in every way, Ling Tian fell shortpared to Lin Qi¡¯an. His impulsiveness andck of forethought had driven them to this dire situation. ¡°If you truly care for your master, you should let her follow me. To heal and restore her physical form, to fully unleash the power of the Divine Technique, she should follow me,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said sincerely. Beiyang Tianjian City was the best ce for nurturing swords. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s words were sweetly persuasive to Ling Yu. She knew that with Beiyang¡¯s resources, theycked nothing in terms of sacred weapons. The fact that he was personally trying to recruit her showed great sincerity. Truthfully, she had a favorable impression of Lin Qi¡¯an, especially after witnessing his Thousand Swords to Court ability. The sight of countless swords soaring to form his weapon was a spectacr scene. At that moment, she felt a burning desire to be wielded by someone truly talented, ensuring her legacy was not tarnished. Ling Tian had awakened her, but she had repaid him many times over. ¡°Prince, though I am his master, I cannot ept your offer right now,¡± Ling Yu replied, using the term ¡°for now.¡± ¡°I wouldn¡¯t force you, Senior. But you are weak from overexertion. I have a spirit elixir that can help restore some of your soul power.¡± With that, he tossed a bottle of Three Elements Soul Condensation Elixir into the dungeon, not waiting for her to refuse, and left with Xuen¨ª. On the way out, Su Xuen¨ª was puzzled. ¡°Prince, if you wanted his spirit treasure, why not just take it? Why y mind games?¡± ¡°You don¡¯t understand. Simply obtaining a sacred weapon without the spirit¡¯s approval greatly diminishes its power.¡± ¡°I see¡­ Then, Ling Tian is entirely at your disposal.¡± Su Xuen¨ª smiled enchantingly, ¡°As for me, I¡¯ll continue refining the Ice Qilin Essence Blood~¡± Chapter 18 - Receiving a New Villain Mission, Purple Specter Saintess Chapter 18: Receiving a New Viin Mission, Purple Specter Saintess ¡®Damn it¡­.. Lin Qi¡¯an, I cannot coexist with you!¡¯ For Ling Tian, the words he just heard were like a demonic chant, each word tormenting him. Especially seeing the small porcin bottle on the ground, his anger surged, wishing he could smash it with a stomp! Ling Yu looked at the porcin bottle on the ground and said softly, ¡°Actually, based on my observations over the past few days, the Crown Prince may not be as unforgivable as you think.¡± ¡°On the contrary, he has many admirable qualities. He has strategy, courage, talent, strength, and a generous heart. He doesn¡¯t just rely on his background and has no other merits.¡± Ling Tian was furious, his features nearly distorted, ¡°He¡¯s gone, and you still call him Crown Prince!¡± ¡°I¡­¡­.¡± ¡°If he¡¯s so excellent, then go follow him! Why bother about my life and death?!¡± ¡°Xiao Tian, calm down, we can talk about this.¡± ¡°What is there to talk about? You said you wouldn¡¯t submit to Lin Qi¡¯an for now. I want to know, when exactly will you submit to him!¡± Just thinking about his master¡¯s praises for Lin Qi¡¯an made his heart ache. Not only had his treasured Xueni betrayed him, but even his master, who had always been by his side, had been bewitched. The more Ling Tian spoke, the angrier he got. He punched the stone wall, using a tone of reprimand and even a roar: ¡°Is this bottle of spiritual liquid really that important to you? Then take it and use it!¡± In the past, he had always obeyed Ling Yu¡¯s master, but now, it was as if they had be strangers. Naturally, Ling Yu couldn¡¯t use it herself; she didn¡¯t have a body and could only absorb the spiritual liquid by having someone else pour it on her sword. Ling Tian did not intend to do this for her. So, Ling Yu fell silent, retreating into the sword, and the surface of the sword gradually dimmed. ¡­¡­ ¡¾Ding! The rift between Ling Tian and Ling Yu deepens, Luck Points -100, Host Viin Points +2000¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an heard the system prompt and couldn¡¯t help but shake his head. These so-called children of luck are really brainless as they fall for such simple provocations. It¡¯s just that their luck protects them; without it, who knows which corner they¡¯d have died in by now. ¡¾Ding! New viin mission received: Seize the Treasure in the Secret Realm¡¿ ¡¾A nearby secret realm is about to open. As a viin, the host is to seize high-grade spiritual treasures within the secret realm¡¿ ¡¾Reward: 10,000 Viin Points, Ancestral Dragon Soul Bone¡¿ ¡¾Ding! Viin mission received: Massacre¡¿ ¡¾Kill a total of ten Holy Sons, Saintesses, or Heavenly Talents from ancient ns¡¿ ¡¾Reward: 10,000 Viin Points, Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood x3¡¿ Seeing the new missions, Lin Qi¡¯an could only describe them in two words: Domineering! Secret realm treasures are not to be obtained but seized! Ten Holy Sons or Saintesses must be killed! Truly the style of a viin. Since he had already chosen this path, Lin Qi¡¯an naturally had no mental burden. Moreover, the rewards were too generous! Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood, something not even Beiyang has, usually only obtainable by those with protagonist luck from some ruins. If sessfully refined, it could grant a portion of the Ancestral Dragon¡¯s power, a top existence among all races! In the presence of the Ancestral Dragon, what are flood dragons, sky pythons, Kun Pengs, or skrks but mere ants? In short, it can suppress most races from a dominance perspective! And the Ancestral Dragon Soul Bone is even more terrifying. If sessfully imnted, it could enhance dragon might and even nurture dragon-rted divine arts! For instance, the sword bone, once perfectly integrated into the body, will slowly nurture a rare divine art, which won¡¯t take long. By then, the Dragon Yang Physique, sword bone, and dragon bone will merge! Taking any one of these out alone would cause a domain-wide shock. Let alone all together. ¡°Go find out where a secret realm is opening today.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an ordered the sword guards to investigate and fell into deep thought about how toplete the mission. ¡®Wait, speaking of secret realm treasure hunting, isn¡¯t that the domain of the children of luck?¡¯ ¡®Our protagonist Ling Tian could perfectly serve as this treasure-hunting mouse, continuing to shine and heat!¡¯ ¡®Need to figure out a way to make him do this task! Then snatch it from his hands toplete the mission smoothly.¡¯ ¡¾Sou Devouring Worm: 3000 Viin Points¡¿ Effect: Once ingested, the host will always know the opponent¡¯s location. If ordered to self-destruct, it will instantly lock all of the opponent¡¯s spiritual apertures, rendering them unable to use any power. This is a safeguard as he can not just let the child of luck go. What if he finds an opportunity to rise, it would be disastrous. However, how to make him ingest this spirit insect is a problem! ¡­¡­¡­. Ziyou Holy Land. This ce is not far from Tianchi Holy Land, they are neighbors so they naturally heard about the news over there. ¡°Mother, Brother Ling is in trouble, I can¡¯t just sit by and do nothing. After all, he helped me once.¡± The speaker was a woman in a purple dress. Her fragrant shoulders were half-exposed, and her dress was full and round. Her three thousand strands of ck hair draped behind her, and her figure was graceful. The night wind blew, her skirt fluttered, and her pair of enchanting straight jade legs appeared faintly. Ziyou Saintess, Zi Lianyou. She is a big-breasted, brainless, pure-hearted girl. Some time ago, during an adventure, she met Ling Tian from Tianchi Holy Land and received his help once. Since then, she always kept it in her heart, wanting to find a chance to repay him. ¡°I heard that Ling Tian opposed the Crown Prince, almost causing Tianchi Holy Land to fall into turmoil. Now he has been imprisoned in the dungeon.¡± ¡°You¡¯er, how can you risk yourself for someone like that¡­.¡± Zi Lianyou pouted: ¡°I don¡¯t care, tomorrow I will go to the Crown Prince to plead for him.¡± ¡°Sigh, mother knows you have feelings for Ling Tian. But the world is big, and there are countless good men. You have seen too few, and your heart is simple.¡± ¡°Learn from your sister Xueni, who is now leaning on the Crown Prince, and can enjoy the world¡­.¡± Zi Lianyou didn¡¯t take it seriously. Is the Crown Prince really that good, making even the always elegant sister Xue Ni willing to serve him? Tomorrow, she will go and see!! Chapter 19 - Ziyou’s Saintess First Encounter with the Prince, Astonished! Chapter 19: Ziyou¡¯s Saintess First Encounter with the Prince, Astonished! The next day. Su Xuen¨ª had be increasingly proficient in her role as a maid. Previously shy and awkward, she now performed her duties with eagerness and skill, serving tea, delivering water, massaging shoulders, and kneading legs without hesitation. In private, she even learned techniques from other maids, showing significant improvement. In the afternoon, Lin Qi¡¯an was lounging in a chair, basking in the sunlight. He didn¡¯t need to actively cultivate or seclude himself for decades like others. The natural spiritual energy of heaven and earth woulde to him effortlessly. With all seventy-two spiritual orifices open, this was the so-called Dao Physique! ¡°Your Highness, are youfortable?¡± Su Xuen¨ª, dressed in a moon-white long dress, with a beautiful appearance and a graceful figure, stood behind Lin Qi¡¯an, massaging his shoulders. Her slender hands felt incredibly soothing, apanied by a faint fragrance of a young maiden. ¡°Veryfortable, you¡¯ve improved a lot.¡± It wasn¡¯t justfortable; it was an exquisite enjoyment! If it were the typical protagonist, the female lead might be in danger of being coveted by a viin, requiring the hero to save her and tenderly care for her. After countless trials and tribtions, they would finally be together. Isn¡¯t that exhausting? ¡°By the way, Your Highness, a sister of mine wishes to see you,¡± Su Xuen¨ª said softly. ¡°Who?¡± ¡°Saintess Zi Lianyou of Ziyou Holy Land. She seems to have a past with Ling Tian and is here to plead for him.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s interest was piqued. He had been pondering how to use the ¡°Soul Devouring Worm¡± against him, and it seemed this saintess could be useful. ¡°If you don¡¯t want to see her, I can refuse her request,¡± Su Xuen¨ª suggested. Lin Qi¡¯an raised an eyebrow, ¡®I haven¡¯t even spoken yet, and you¡¯re already assuming I¡¯ll refuse? Is this girl¡¯s possessiveness acting up?¡¯ Su Xuen¨ª naturally didn¡¯t want any other women getting close to the Prince. More women meant more rivals. The first to taste the benefits of the Yang Dragon Dao Physique had to be her, Su Xuen¨ª! ¡°I have nothing better to do, bring her over.¡± ¡°Ah¡­ you really want to see her, Your Highness.¡± ¡°What?¡± ¡°Nothing, it¡¯s just that Ling Tian¡¯s crimes are unforgivable, and he holds a grudge against you. There¡¯s no need to listen to her pleas.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an almostughed out loud. ording to the usual plot, you should be Ling Tian¡¯s female lead, but now you find him repulsive. Women change so quickly. He reached out and pped Su Xuen¨ª on the buttocks. Even through her dress, he could feel the sticity of her flesh. ¡°Go and fetch her, or you¡¯ll be punished.¡± ¡°Yes¡­¡± Despite being teased, Su Xuen¨ª showed no sign of displeasure, only a blush of shyness on her face. Outside the courtyard. Zi Lianyou waited anxiously and finally saw Su Xuen¨ªing out. ¡°Sister Xuen¨ª! Did the Prince agree?¡± ¡°Thanks to my persuasion, he agreed.¡± Su Xuen¨ª smiled slightly. ¡°Sister Xuen¨ª, you¡¯re wonderful!¡± Zi Lianyou happily grabbed Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s wrist and whispered, ¡°Sister, you never used to be interested in men. Why are you now willing to serve the Prince?¡± In the past, Zi Lianyou had been jealous of Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s beauty, outstanding temperament, and ethereal aura, making her the dream goddess of countless men. But now, she didn¡¯t envy her at all, for Su Xuen¨ª had be a gilded cage bird, serving the Prince, perhaps never to find her true love again. ¡°Don¡¯t worry about it¡­ I have my reasons.¡± Su Xuen¨ª certainly wouldn¡¯t share the secret of the Yang Dragon Dao Physique. Not even with her closest sister, let alone anyone else! They walked into a courtyard filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers. Through the stone archway, Zi Lianyou saw Lin Qi¡¯an reclining on a chair. Her beautiful eyes widened in shock. Dao aura swirling, golden dragons circling¡­ ¡®Wait, why can I see such visions? This¡­ this is the legendary¡­ Yang Dragon Dao Physique!¡¯ In ancient times, the feats of the Yang Dragon Emperor were still sung by people today. He had a harem of three thousand, all goddesses of their time. The most outrageous story was that the Yang Dragon Emperor fell for a woman selling tofu in the city, known as the Tofu Beauty. Later, this woman, who had no cultivation talent, became a quasi-Saint, surpassing countless prodigies! The Prince has such a physique¡­ Zi Lian You suddenly turned to look at Su Xuen¨ª, her heart filled with a terrifying realization. Could Sister Xuen¨ª see these visions too? If so, her willingness to serve the Prince made perfect sense! Which woman wouldn¡¯t be tempted by this? ¡°What¡¯s wrong, Lianyou?¡± ¡°Nothing¡­¡± Zi Lian You forcibly calmed her pounding heart. Today, despite discovering the Prince¡¯s astonishing secret, she couldn¡¯t forget her purpose. If only she could touch this legendary physique¡­ No, no! She was here to plead for Brother Ling! ¡°Ziyou Holy Land¡¯s Zi Lianyou greets the Prince.¡± ¡°No need for formalities.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an looked at the girl in the purple dress with a smile. Unexpectedly, she was also a woman with purple luck! Chapter 20 - Plea for Mercy? No, I Came to Witness the Princes Charisma Chapter 20: Plea for Mercy? No, I Came to Witness the Prince¡¯s Charisma ¡°You came to plead for Ling Tian?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked, a yful smile curling his lips. ¡°Not exactly a plea,¡± Zi Lianyou stammered, still flustered, her face a mix of white and red. ¡°I just heard the Prince was here and wanted to meet him, to witness the elegance of the Prince in person!¡± At first, her tone was uncertain, but as she continued, she grew more confident, as if her words were entirely true. Su Xuen¨ª was stunned! Just a moment ago, at the door, Zi Lianyou was solely focused on pleading for Ling Tian. Now, before the Prince, she imed to be here to admire him? ¡°Ha ha, then tell me your impressions,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said. ¡°Lianyou is not as eloquent as Sister Xuen¨ª. I just find the Prince to be incredibly handsome and elegant!¡± ¡®Could she be any more sycophantic?¡¯ Su Xuen¨ª thought, seething. Is she implying I¡¯m a smooth talker while she is genuinely praising the Prince? Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s teeth ground in frustration. Zi Lianyou, usually so honest, had turned obsequious before the Prince. She would need to be wary of her in the future. ttered by Zi Lianyou¡¯s praise, Lin Qi¡¯an felt slightly ufortable. ¡°Alright, I know you have a history with Ling Tian.¡± ¡°Indeed¡­ I owe him a favor,¡± Zi Lian You admitted. ¡°I¡¯m not one to hold grudges. For Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s sake, I can give him a chance.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an retrieved a jade-white pill, flicking it into Zi Lianyou¡¯s hands. ¡°This pill, have Ling Tian take it.¡± ¡°What is it?¡± she asked. ¡°A Spirit Gathering Pill. It will restore his spiritual power, helping him break out of the dungeon.¡± Both women were stunned. They hadn¡¯t expected the Prince to be so magnanimous, offering a pill to aid Ling Tian¡¯s escape. Naturally, this pill contained the Soul Devouring Worm. ¡°But remember this: it¡¯s hisst chance. If he opposes me again, he¡¯s courting death.¡± ¡°Understood. Thank you, Prince.¡± Zi Lianyou carefully cradled the pill, her mind awhirl. This meetingpletely changed her impression of the Prince. Rumors had painted the Beiyang Prince as a brutal, hedonistic figure, but the man she saw was elegant, ethereal, and broad-minded. ¡®Maybe mother was right that there are many good men in the world, and I¡¯ve seen too few.¡¯ The Prince¡¯s status in her mind had subtly surpassed Ling Tian, bringing a strange sense of hope. If the Prince noticed her, could she have a chance to dual cultivate with the Yang Dragon Dao Physique? Or had Sister Xuen¨ª already done so? As they left the courtyard, Zi Lianyou couldn¡¯t help but ask, ¡°Sister Xuen¨ª, has the Prince¡­¡± ¡°Why do you care?¡± Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s tone was indifferent. ¡°Mind your own business. Go see your Brother Ling.¡± ¡ª In the dungeon. After some time, Ling Tian had calmed downpletely. The spirit liquid in the porcin bottle had helped Ling Yu recover much of her soul power. Now, his goal was to escape and rise again! ¡°Brother Ling?¡± Suddenly, a clear female voice called out. Ling Tian opened his eyes to see a figure in a purple dress, bright eyes, and white teeth, with ck hair and fair skin. ¡°Lianyou! How did you get here?¡± Ling Tian eximed, overjoyed. If there was anyone he still trusted, it was Zi Lianyou, whom he had helped before. ¡°I heard you were imprisoned, so I pleaded with the Prince and got permission to see you.¡± ¡°The Prince again¡­¡± Ling Tian¡¯s mood soured at the mention of him. ¡°Brother Ling, I have a Spirit Gathering Pill that can restore your strength and help you break the restraints!¡± ¡°Really?¡± Just when he thought all was lost, a ray of hope appeared! ¡®I, Ling Tian, am favored by destiny. Every setback makes me stronger. Lin Qi¡¯an, wait for me.¡¯ ¡°Lianyou, you are a great help as I needed this.¡± Ling Tian quickly took the pill and began meditating, feeling his strength rapidly return. ¡°It¡¯s nothing, Brother Ling. I owed you a favor anyway.¡± Crack! The restraints shattered. Ling Tian was free, his eyes shining with renewed determination. ¡°What are your ns now, Brother Ling?¡± ¡°I¡¯ll find a way to rise again! Once I¡¯m strong enough, I¡¯ll reim everything I¡¯ve lost.¡± He was confident that with enough time, he would seize opportunities to grow stronger. ¡°Brother Ling, I hope you won¡¯t oppose the Prince anymore. If not for him, I couldn¡¯t have seen you¡­¡± Ling Tian frowned, ring at Zi Lian You. ¡°Even you speak for him, like that wretched Su Xuen¨ª?¡± ¡°I just think the Prince is a good person,¡± Zi Lianyou said, biting her lip. ¡°Hmph, I¡¯ll tell you this: it¡¯s impossible! The enmity between me and the Beiyang Prince is irreconcble. You and Su Xuen¨ª will see. One day, I¡¯ll crush him right before your eyes. Goodbye.¡± With those cold, cutting words, Ling Tian left the dungeon, leaving Zi Lianyou standing there, sighing in disappointment. ¡®Brother Ling, how did you be like this¡­¡¯ Chapter 21 - Breakthrough! Cultivating the Yang Flame Departure Technique Chapter 21: Breakthrough! Cultivating the Yang me Departure Technique Ling Tian left Tianchi Holy Land. Everything was going ording to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s n. Ling Tian even had a falling out with Zi Lianyou, giving Lin Qi¡¯an another boost in viin points. His total viin points had now surpassed the thirty thousand mark! Soon, a secret realm would open. Ling Tian, eager to increase his strength, would undoubtedly enter it. There, he would be nothing more than a treasure-seeking mouse, while Lin Qi¡¯an reaped the rewards. Before that, Lin Qi¡¯an needed to prepare to receive the Nine Yang Sword. It contained the terrifying Nine Yang Divine Fire, rumored to be the mes of the Golden Crow, known for their destructive power. Just one me could burn down a city! Unfortunately, Ling Tian had no fire control techniques, recklessly releasing the mes like a brute, wasting Ling Yu¡¯s energy without utilizing its full power. ¡¾Yang me Departure Technique: 10,000 Viin Points¡¿ A top-tier Heaven-grade fire control technique capable of controlling all the world¡¯s different mes! This was the most expensive and best fire control method in the system store. After exchanging for it, Lin Qi¡¯an spent more viin points to cultivate the Yang me Departure Technique to the third level. ¡°By the way, I wonder if viin points can help me cultivate my own technique?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s main technique was called ¡°Sword Manifestation,¡± the pinnacle technique of Beiyang Tianjian City and their foundation! Ordinary people in Tianjian City could only cultivate it up to the third level. Beyond that required exceptional talent, and even being the Sword Emperor¡¯s son offered no shortcuts! Nine levels in total, each level¡¯s difference was like an insurmountable chasm! Currently, Lin Qi¡¯an had only reached the third level. He tried to click on the upgrade button for the technique. ¡¾Do you want to spend 8,000 viin points to cultivate ¡°Sword Manifestation¡±?¡¿ It really worked? Lin Qi¡¯an immediately confirmed! On his own, it would take years to progress, even with the sword bone. Elite elders in Tianjian City often spent decades or centuries without advancement. Using viin points to enhance his strength directly and save years of time was incredible. Sword energy soared to the sky, breaking through the clouds! For those with the sword bone, every breakthrough was apanied by a sword energy phenomenon. For those with a Dao physique, breakthroughs also caused significant disturbances. ¡°What¡¯s happening?¡± Tianchi Holy Master Su Yun was startled from his meditation. He saw a sword energy like a heavenly sword piercing the sky! ¡°The Prince has made a breakthrough in his cultivation!¡± ¡°Indeed, it must be the Prince. The power of the sword bone is extraordinary!¡± ¡°This is terrifying¡­ even from afar, it¡¯s dazzling.¡± Su Xuen¨ª, who wasprehending the Cold Jade Physique Technique, rushed out of her courtyard, looking up at the soaring sword energy. ¡°The Prince¡¯sst breakthrough wasn¡¯t long ago¡­ this speed is truly that of a Dao physique!¡± She silently cheered herself on, determined to quickly refine the Ice Qilin Essence Blood and achieve the Cold Jade Physique. ¡°Sister Xuen¨ª, what¡¯s going on? Such a bigmotion?¡± Seeing the purple-dressed girl who had suddenly arrived, Su Xuen¨ª narrowed her beautiful eyes. ¡°Zi Lianyou, don¡¯t you think you¡¯ve been visiting Tianchi Holy Land too frequentlytely? Coming every few days.¡± ¡°Well, I miss you, Sister Xuen¨ª, so Ie to visit often!¡± ¡°Hmph.¡± ¡®As if I¡¯d believe that!¡¯ To outsiders, it was a spectacle, but to insiders, it was astonishing. None were more shocked than the Sword Guards who also cultivated ¡°Sword Manifestation.¡± ¡°If I remember correctly¡­ the Prince reached the third level just a month ago?¡± ¡°In just a month, he broke through to the fourth level? How is that possible!¡± ¡°Even the Sword Emperor took half a year back then!¡± ¡°The Prince¡¯s talent¡­ is too terrifying.¡± ¡°This good news should be reported to Beiyang and the Sword Emperor. I¡¯ll take on this task!¡± ¡°No, I¡¯ll go!¡± The white-robed Sword Guards began arguing over who would deliver the news. Everyone knew the Sword Emperor doted on his children. When his son broke through in cultivation, he would celebrate with a grand banquet for days. Whoever delivered the news might receive a reward of techniques or divine powers, a significant gain. Just then, another phenomenon urred in the sky. Tianchi Holy Land seemed to be a giant vortex, drawing in the spiritual energy of the heavens and earth at a crazy speed. The entire holynd was shrouded in dense spiritual energy. A Dao physique phenomenon! ¡°Is this also caused by the Prince?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know. I¡¯ve never seen such a phenomenon before!¡± ¡°Forcing such a vast range of spiritual energy to converge is too domineering¡­¡± ¡°No time to waste, I¡¯ll report to the Sword Emperor immediately!¡± ¡°Hey, you¡­¡± ¡ª Lin Qi¡¯an finished his breakthrough, feeling refreshed and his body brimming with spiritual energy, nearly overflowing. Heaven Dominion Realm, peak. He smiled wryly. ¡°Stop it already. With so much spiritual energy, I can¡¯t absorb it all. Disperse.¡± The spiritual energy scattered. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s status panel had changed significantly. Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Crown Prince of Beiyang, Tiang Immortal Dynasty Cultivation: Peak of Heaven Dominion Realm Techniques: Sword Manifestation (Fourth Level), Yang me Departure Technique (Third Level) Physique: Yang Dragon Dao Physique, Sword Bone Divine Powers: Falling Moon God Sword, Heavenly Sword Finger, Thousand Swords to Court (First Level) Storage: Fire Qilin Essence Blood Viin Points: 3000 Luck: 50 (ck) ¡ª In the blink of an eye, several days passed. News of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s breakthrough had reached Beiyang Tianjian City. Chapter 22 - Beiyang Tianjian City, A Dominant Family Chapter 22: Beiyang Tianjian City, A Dominant Family Beiyang, Tianjian City. The city was divided into two parts: the Earth City and the Sky City. The vast ins were home to the Earth City, which sprawled like a majestic beast, with a poption in the tens of billions! At the core of the Earth City stood countless towering swords, each connected by iron chains. These swords served as the pirs. Above these pirs, amidst the cloud-covered mountains,y the Sky City. This architectural marvel was a testament to the Sword Emperor¡¯s taste, creating a city in the sky that became a legendary tale! At this moment, in the training grounds outside the heavenly pce, the Sword Emperor was personally instructing his fourteen-year-old daughter, Lin Hongyu. His wife and several noblewomen watched from the side, chatting casually. ¡°I heard that a few days ago, the Crown Prince got into some trouble outside?¡± ¡°Yes, I heard the same. It seems he took a woman that the Imperial Prince fancied and heavily injured the Shenlong Army.¡± ¡°The Imperial Prince in Taian City was furious and threatened to settle ounts with the Crown Prince¡­¡± Upon hearing this, Mu Qingzhu smiled gracefully. ¡°He just took an Imperial Prince¡¯s woman. Does the Taian Imperial Family dare toe to our Tianjian City to demand justice?¡± Our family has taken a lot of things; this is just a small matter. ¡°I¡¯m more interested in how Qi¡¯an took her. Did he do it with the same ir as his father?¡± The noblewomen were all shocked. Provoking the Taian Imperial Family, Mu Qingzhu showed no concern and instead cared about her son¡¯s style! Her casual words revealed a domineering attitude. The Lin family was indeed formidable¡­ ¡°Father, I don¡¯t want to train anymore. I miss Brother!¡± The fourteen-year-old Lin Hongyu, already a delicate beauty, was pouting in her fiery red dress. The Sword Emperor, Lin Weixuan,ughed heartily. ¡°Your brother is out there stealing women, and not just any woman, but one fancied by the Imperial Prince. Isn¡¯t that impressive? When he returns, you might have a new sister-inw.¡± ¡°No! I don¡¯t want a sister-inw, just my brother. With a sister-inw, Brother won¡¯t care about me anymore, hmph!¡± Everyone around was speechless. It was as if having a son who took another man¡¯s woman was a source of pride! At that moment, a streak of light descended from the sky. It was the Sword Guard escorting Lin Qi¡¯an. Landing, he knelt on one knee before the Sword Emperor. ¡°Greetings, Sword Emperor! I¡¯ve returned to report on the Prince¡¯s activities.¡± Lin Hongyu eagerly ran over, her eyes sparkling. ¡°Hurry, tell us!¡± Everyone knew that Lin Qi¡¯an had taken the Imperial Prince¡¯s woman, but the details were unclear. The Taian Imperial Family only mentioned the Crown Prince¡¯s tyranny and wanton killing, avoiding any mention of their defeat by the Crown Prince. ¡°Start from the beginning and tell us everything.¡± Not only Lin Hongyu and Mu Qingzhu, but even the Sword Emperor himself was curious. ¡°Yes¡­ That day, the Crown Prince visited Tianchi Holy Land. Unexpectedly, the Tiangang Holy Land and Shenlong Army arrived. Later, the Crown Prince stepped out.¡± ¡°He borrowed thousands of swords and killed thousands of enemies, leaving the Tiangang Holy Land and Shenlong Army in disarray. The Crown Prince¡¯s sword bone seems to have perfectly fused!¡± The Sword Emperorughed uproariously. ¡°Ha ha ha, borrowing thousands of swords to kill thousands! My son didn¡¯t disgrace me. And his sword bone has fused perfectly. Excellent! The boy whose sword bone I took has done a great deed!¡± Mu Qingzhu couldn¡¯t hide her smile. Who would have thought her son¡¯s journey would bring such honor to Beiyang? Stealing an Imperial Prince¡¯s woman wasn¡¯t a problem as long as it was done with one¡¯s own strength. Even if he took the Imperial Prince¡¯s mother, no one would object. This was Beiyang; this was the Lin family¡¯s domineering way! ¡°Brother is amazing out there¡­ When he returns, I must let him taste my Phoenix Fire, hmph!¡± Lin Hongyu dered. The white-d Sword Guard continued, ¡°There¡¯s more¡­ The Prince¡¯s technique has broken through to the fourth level. Sword energy soared to the sky, and spiritual energy gathered from all around.¡± ¡°What?!¡± The Sword Emperor¡¯sughter halted abruptly, reced by astonishment. ¡°A month ago, he had just broken through to the third level, and now he¡¯s at the fourth?¡± Recalling his younger years, even as a prodigy, it had taken him a year. Was his son surpassing him? ¡°Indeed¡­ We were all stunned.¡± Mu Qingzhu smiled, ruffling her daughter¡¯s hair. ¡°Now, your brother is even further ahead of you. Better work harder!¡± ¡°Wuwuwu¡­¡± ¡°You¡¯ve reported well. Go and im your reward.¡± ¡°Thank you, Sword Emperor!¡± The Sword Guard was overjoyed. Following the Crown Prince was rewarding; even reporting good news earned a reward. ¡°Spread the word: to celebrate my son¡¯s breakthrough, there will be a three-day feast at Tianjian Pce. All are wee to enjoy fine wine and meat!¡± The Sword Emperor¡¯s voice resonated like heavenly music across Tianjian City. All the cultivators in the city heard the news. ¡°Wow¡­ The Crown Prince has broken through again!¡± ¡°Son, am I going senile? Didn¡¯t we just attend a feastst month?¡± ¡°Dad, you¡¯re not senile¡­ The Crown Prince broke through again after just a month.¡± ¡°Ha ha ha, as expected of our Beiyang Crown Prince. We¡¯ll drink until we drop tonight!¡± ¡°Wife, let¡¯s make a son tonight to celebrate!¡± ¡°If you were half as handsome as the Crown Prince, our son could have been making soy sauce by now¡­¡± (TL: making soy sauce idiom¡­ Uhh it¡¯s kinda hard to exin how it¡¯s use here I¡¯ll just exin the idiom. making soy sauce is a chinese inte ng that means having children or, more broadly, implies that a child is old enough to run errands or take care of simple tasks. It originates from the idea that even a child can be sent to buy soy sauce from the store. In short means that if he were as handsome as the Crown Prince, they would have already had a child old enough to run simple errands.) Chapter 23 - The Secret Realm Opens, Lin Qian Sets Off Chapter 23: The Secret Realm Opens, Lin Qi¡¯an Sets Off Half a monthter, at Tianchi Holy Land. The scouts sent to investigate the secret realm returned. ¡°Your Highness, there are signs of a secret realm opening near the Jiuwang Mountain!¡± ¡°In less than two days, the news will spread, and the entire southern region of the Cann Dao Domain wille topete for the resources.¡± ¡°Jiuwang Mountain, the territory of the Nanyue King?¡± ¡°It¡¯s said that the Nanyue King¡¯s son is a devotedckey of the Imperial Prince. Let¡¯s hope he doesn¡¯t cause trouble for himself.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood up. ¡°Spread the word, we are heading to Jiuwang Mountain!¡± Three flood dragons pulled a golden carriage into the sky, nked by dozens of white-d Sword Guards. Outside, the entire Tianchi Holy Land chorused: ¡°Farewell, Your Highness!!¡± Inside the carriage, Lin Qi¡¯an and Su Xuen¨ª were seated. ¡°How is it? Is this carriagefortable?¡± ¡°Your Highness¡¯s carriage is naturallyfortable¡­ But as a mere maid, do I truly deserve to sit here?¡± ¡°If I say you do, then you do.¡± Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s beautiful eyes sparkled as she lifted the curtain, seeing the apanying Sword Guards and the flying flood dragons. Her heart raced with excitement and joy. Although she was just a maid in name, this treatment was akin to that of a Daopanion. The Prince¡¯s numerous kindnesses made her feel somewhat guilty for only thinking about his body. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for your favor¡­¡± Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s soft voice lingered as her delicate figure gently kissed Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s cheek. Like a butterfly, she touched and left quickly. Her stunning face, which drove countless saints and geniuses mad, was now flushed with red, full of charm. Her gaze flitted around shyly, making her look like a bashful kitten. ¡°I wish to rest for a while, but there is nofortable pillow in this carriage,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an frowned. ¡°If Your Highness doesn¡¯t mind, you can¡­ rest on Xuen¨ª¡¯sp.¡± Su Xuen¨ª sat properly, her legs together. The moon-white dress outlined her rounded thighs, paired with her exquisite curves, presenting an absolute beauty. ¡°Not a bad suggestion.¡± Lin Qi¡¯anid on Su Xuen¨ª¡¯sp, enjoying the fragrance and thefortable massage, feeling utterly at ease. ¡ª Elsewhere. Ling Tian lived up to his destiny as a child of luck. After leaving for a few days, he had already restored his peakbat power. With the help of the Nine Yang Divine Technique, he fought and won numerous battles, gaining many benefits. He turned his anger into strength, killing decisively and growing through experience. Eventually, he solidified his cultivation at the peak of the Heaven Ascendant Realm. In just half a month, such speed could only be described as monstrous. ced in any holynd, he could suppress all the saints and geniuses. He had already killed more Heaven Dominion Realm experts than he could count on both hands! And the Crown Prince Lin Qi¡¯an was at the Heaven Dominion Realm. ¡°This still isn¡¯t enough! As the Crown Prince, he must have protective treasures. To kill him, I must at least reach the Heaven Dominion Realm.¡± ¡°The recentmotion about the secret realm at Jiuwang Mountain is said to be the relic of at least a Sovereign Realm expert!¡± ¡°Moreover, secret realms usually suppress cultivation, meaning his protector cannot enter. If he dares to enter, I will kill him! If he doesn¡¯t, I will gain the treasures and still kill him!¡± Ling Tian¡¯s face twisted with a savage grin, his eyes burning with fervor. Seeing his expression, Ling Yu couldn¡¯t help but worry¡­ Killing the Crown Prince seemed to have be his obsession. If this obsession grew too strong, it could alter his nature, leading him into the demonic path. ¡ª Nanyue King¡¯s City. The Nanyue King was a prince with the same surname as the Taian Imperial Family. His son, Zhao Sanfeng, regarded the Imperial Prince as a close friend but looked down on Lin Qi¡¯an. They were both crown princes, but Beiyang was merely a vassal. How could itpare to him?! ¡°How dare he take the Imperial Prince¡¯s woman! He must have a death wish! Now he dares toe to my territory, eyeing the secret realm? Dream on!¡± ¡°Send orders to block the area around Jiuwang Mountain. No one is allowed to approach!¡± One day. Jiuwang Mountain erupted with radiant light, spiritual energy surging out, more concentrated than usual by a hundredfold. Above the mountain, a portal of white light appeared, exuding a terrifying aura even from ten miles away. The secret realm was opening! Bold cultivators ventured closer and discovered it to be at least a quasi-Saint level secret realm! This news spread like wildfire, sweeping across the southern half of the Cann Dao Domain. Countless holynds and sects moved, heading towards the area. A quasi-Saint level secret realm contained at least the relics of a quasi-Saint, potentially holding rare treasures. Divine abilities, secret techniques, heavenly materials, and precious pills could be found in abundance! The possessions of a quasi-Saint could drive the world mad. With any luck, one could soar to new heights. ¡ª In the sky. Countless radiant streaks crossed, dazzling and brilliant! These were the traces of the holynd geniuses passing by. Some rode white jade carriages, some used flying artifacts, some rode giant beasts, and some walked on air. The sight was grand! However, these enthusiastic sects and holynds were blocked by a line of defense around the mountain, unable to approach Jiuwang Mountain. ¡°The Nanyue Crown Prince has ordered that this secret realm belongs to Nanyue. No one is allowed to approach. Vitors will be killed without mercy!¡± Chapter 24 - Overbearing Nanyue? The Crown Prince Arrives! Chapter 24: Overbearing Nanyue? The Crown Prince Arrives! The ones blocking these sects and holynds were none other than the Nanyue King¡¯s personal guards, the Southern Python Guards! Countless guards formed a human wall in the sky, preventing anyone from entering the mountain range. ¡°Nanyue¡­ aren¡¯t you being too overbearing?¡± ¡°A secret realm¡¯s emergence is a chance for everyone to explore. What right do you have to block us?¡± ¡°Just because this is your territory? How absurd! Even Beiyang has never been this unreasonable and overbearing. This is outrageous!¡± For a moment, the sects and holynds all protested. They had traveled long distances for a chance at fortune. If theycked strength or luck, they could ept it. But not even being allowed to enter was infuriating! ¡°This is too much¡­¡± Naturally, the Ziyou Holy Land was among them, and Zi Lianyou was stomping her feet in anger. ¡°Sigh, Nanyue King is a rtive of the Taian Imperial Family, sharing the same surname as the emperor!¡± ¡°Yes, even if we are angry, there¡¯s nothing we can do about it.¡± Although Nanyue¡¯s actions had angered everyone, no one dared to act. If they did, they would provoke the mighty Tiang Immortal Dynasty, and that could lead to the destruction of their entire sect and their nine generations. But no one was willing to leave, so they stayed and waited. ¡°Saintess, don¡¯t worry. Let me try a secret method. Maybe I can sneak in.¡± An elder from the Ziyou Holy Land said. He activated a secret technique, transforming into an invisible ghostly form, and rushed toward the Southern Python Guards. ¡°Kill any intruders!¡± Unfortunately, the Southern Python Guards were no ordinary soldiers; many were strong cultivators. As soon as the elder approached, he was struck by a streak of spiritual power, revealing his form. Immediately, several guards stepped forward, weapons drawn. Thud! Thud! Thud! The elder¡¯s body was pierced by multiple weapons, turning him into a human pincushion. Blood sttered the sky, a gruesome sight! ¡°Elder Qing!!¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s pupils contracted, her voice filled with sorrow. This elder had watched her grow up, often ying with her, giving her delicious treats, and teaching her the Dao and now he was dead, killed by the Southern Python Guards. ¡°I¡¯ll fight them!¡± ¡°Saintess, don¡¯t be reckless. They mean business!¡± Zi Lianyou was restrained by others, unable to rush forward for revenge, and could only stand there with tears streaming down her face. The elder¡¯s death was a harsh warning to all sects and holynds. If they tried to force their way in, the Southern Python Guards would indeed kill them. Nanyue was determined to im the secret realm for themselves. Frustration and anger boiled among the sects, but no one dared to speak out. Some smaller sects began to leave quietly, realizing there was no point in staying. ¡°Saintess, we should leave too¡­¡± ¡°Let¡¯s take Elder Qing¡¯s body back for a proper burial.¡± ¡°We don¡¯t have the backing to challenge Nanyue.¡± Zi Lian You knew this well. She could only swallow her anger and sorrow. Nodding slightly, she prepared to leave, feeling like a lifeless puppet. Just then, a rumbling sound echoed from the sky, drawing everyone¡¯s attention. They looked up to see three flood dragons crossing the heavens. Under the sunlight, the dragons¡¯ scales shimmered, and their coiling bodies seemed to stir the mountains and rivers. Behind them was a golden carriage, luxuriously crafted from gold with cloud patterns adorning the curtains. Through the fluttering fabric, two figures could be faintly seen. On either side of the carriage, dozens of white-d Sword Guards flew, their sword energy piercing the heavens. ¡°It¡¯s the Crown Prince¡­ the Crown Prince has arrived!¡± The scene caused an uproar. All the surrounding cultivators and sects were in a frenzy. Such an imposing presence, apanied by white-d Sword Guards¡ªwho else could it be but the Crown Prince of Beiyang? Rumors of the Crown Prince has been spreading in the southern region recently, and it turned out to be true! As the carriage descended and hovered in mid-air, two figures stepped out. The man wore pristine white clothes, his demeanor like a jade immortal, exuding a godly aura that looked down upon all. Beside him was a woman in a moon-white dress. She was none other than Su Xuen¨ª, the Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land, ranked second on the list of most beautiful immortal maidens in the Cann Dao Domain. Her stunning face and graceful figure,bined with her cold, ethereal demeanor, captivated countless male cultivators. ¡°She is truly a peerless beauty¡­¡± ¡°So beautiful! To see the Tianchi Saintess in person today, my trip is not wasted.¡± Yet, this breathtaking Saintess quietly stood behind Lin Qi¡¯an, gazing at the Crown Prince with admiration. It was the first time people had seen the Saintess look at a man with such a gaze. They were envious and wished they could be in his ce. Zi Lianyou, seeing the two figures in the sky, felt a surge of frustration. If she had aligned herself with the Crown Prince like Sister Xuen¨ª, would this tragedy have happened? ¡°Yue Sect pays respects to the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Qingyun Holy Land pays respects to the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Tiansha Valley pays respects to the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Xuantian Holy Land pays respects to the Crown Prince!¡± The holynds and sects all bowed to the Crown Prince, forming a line with their lowered heads. The lone cultivators who only dared to watch from afar were stunned. This was true dominance! To ordinary people, these holynds and great sects were untouchable, yet here they bowed to the Crown Prince. Wait, was the Crown Prince entering the secret realm? What would Nanyue do now? Everyone sensed that a good show was about to unfold! Chapter 25 - Beiyang Crown Prince, You Understand the Ten-Breath Rule Chapter 25: Beiyang Crown Prince, You Understand the Ten-Breath Rule Seeing Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s imposing arrival, the Southern Python Guards sneered. Earlier, Crown Prince Zhao had specifically instructed them that if he attempted to enter the secret realm, they should block him without giving any face. The Nanyue King, being a prince with the same surname as the imperial family, was the emperor¡¯s brother! Why should they fear Beiyang? The Sword Emperor might be powerful, but his fame had been established three thousand years ago! Over these millennia, countless prodigies had emerged, and the era of the Sword Emperor¡¯s dominance had long passed. Otherwise, why would he have willingly remained in the north for so many years, only doing things like seizing treasures for his children, and never engaging in battles with other emperor-level experts? ¡°What¡¯s going on here?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Your Highness, it seems that the Southern Python Guards, the Nanyue King¡¯s personal troops, are blocking the various sects from entering.¡± ¡°A Ziyou Holy Land elder tried to sneak in using a stealth technique but was discovered and killed on the spot. They are determined to monopolize the secret realm!¡± After listening, Lin Qi¡¯an nodded. Looking down, he quickly spotted the purple-dressed girl among the crowd, looking pitiful and tearful. ¡°Xuen¨ª, what¡¯s your opinion?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Me¡­?¡± Su Xuen¨ª was pleasantly surprised. The Crown Prince was asking for her opinion and didn¡¯t see her as an outsider! ¡°Xuen¨ª believes that since this area is the Nanyue King¡¯s territory, they are clearly trying to reim face for the Imperial Prince by blocking you. If you force your way in, there will likely be a conflict.¡± She then smiled knowingly, her beauty captivating. ¡°However, it¡¯s not in your nature to back down if they try to turn you away.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s dominance was well known to Su Xuen¨ª. Even a high-ranking general of the Imperial Dragon Army had been dismissed with a single word from him. ¡°Not bad, you do understand me,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled slightly. ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡± He led Su Xuen¨ª forward, with the white-d Sword Guards following closely behind, heading straight for the Southern Python Guards¡¯ blockade. The surrounding sects and cultivators were almost in an uproar! ¡°What? Is the Crown Prince going to force his way in?!¡± ¡°This is the Nanyue King¡¯s territory! It¡¯s not Beiyang! Isn¡¯t this too reckless?¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is really bold, not giving the Nanyue King any face?¡± ¡°Didn¡¯t you hear? The Crown Prince recently dared to kill members of the Imperial Dragon Army. Is there anything he won¡¯t do?¡± ¡°Nanyue¡¯s Crown Prince versus Beiyang¡¯s Crown Prince. This is going to be interesting¡­¡± Everyone discussed, their eyes fixed on the white-d figure, wondering how he would handle the blockade. Would he force his way through? Negotiate? Or retreat? Most did not favor Lin Qi¡¯an; this was not his territory. Nanyue¡¯s capital was nearby, while Beiyang was far away, and the forces they could mobilize were not on the same level! However, the Crown Prince¡¯s arrival made the sects and holynds that were about to leave stay to watch. Among the Ziyou Holy Land, there was a glimmer of hope. ¡°Do you think¡­ the Crown Prince will stand up for us? After all, the Ziyou Saintess is good friends with the Tianchi Saintess!¡± ¡°Don¡¯t get your hopes up¡­ Even if something happened to Tianchi Holy Land, the Crown Prince would think twice.¡± ¡°Not to mention a distant rtive¡¯s distant rtive¡­ I guess they¡¯ll just negotiate and find apromise.¡± Zi Lianyou looked longingly at the handsome figure in white, wishing she could stand beside him like Sister Xuen¨ª, instead of suffering such humiliation. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince, please halt!¡± Finally, the two sides confronted each other. A general with a broadsword at his waist stepped forward, his aura robust, a Transcendent Realm expert! ¡°The Crown Prince orders that no one may enter Jiuwang Mountain. We, the Southern Python Guards, are here to enforce this. We hope the Beiyang Crown Prince will understand and leave.¡± The speaker was Wei Ting, a battle-hardened general of South Yue! He gestured for Lin Qi¡¯an to leave, thinking his attitude was quite courteous. If it had been any other sect, they would have drawn their swords by now, not spoken so politely. ¡°Indeed, they¡¯re even blocking the Crown Prince!¡± This result was expected by most people. But they couldn¡¯t predict what would happen next. The white-d Crown Prince smiled. ¡°I give you ten breaths to get out of my sight.¡± His tone was calm but extremely domineering! Hearing this, gasps spread across the mountain range. The Beiyang Crown Prince was indeed domineering! Wei Ting¡¯s face darkened, his right hand gripping the hilt of his sword, his voice thundering. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince! This is Nanyue territory. I hope you recognize the situation and don¡¯t make a mistake!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood with his hands behind his back, speaking calmly: ¡°Ten. One.¡± ¡°Time¡¯s up. I gave you a chance.¡± ¡°Kill.¡± Chapter 26 - Beiyang Sword Guards, Killing Without Blinking, the Gentle Crown Prince Chapter 26: Beiyang Sword Guards, Killing Without Blinking, the Gentle Crown Prince ¡°Kill.¡± A single, ethereal word ofmand reached the ears of the sword guards. Swish! Swish! Swish! Dozens of white-d sword guards simultaneously drew their swords. The nging and roaring of steel resonated through the air. ¡°Sword Guards, the Crown Prince has ordered, kill!¡± The sword guards were exhrated, their blood boiling. Having followed the Crown Prince on this journey, they were finally being put to use. It had been too long since they had drawn their swords. It seemed people had started to think Beiyang was an easy target! Beiyang Sword Guards, directly under the Sword Emperor, were elite forces with no weaklings among them. Just these dozens of guards were enough to turn ny percent of the holynds in the Cann Dao Domain upside down! As for the Southern Python Guards, they were not even considered a threat. ¡°Kill!¡± The white-d sword guards flew out, each creating a trail of white light. The sharp sword energy intertwined, shing continuously. ¡°Oh my¡­ I thought the Crown Prince was overbearing, but I didn¡¯t think he was this overbearing!¡± ¡°To kill Nanyue King¡¯s people on their own territory, incredible!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince truly understands the ten-breath rule¡­¡± ¡°Don¡¯t you get it? He never intended to let this go peacefully! He said ¡®kill¡¯ without even blinking, terrifying¡­¡± ¡°The Sword Emperor was also this domineering back in the day. His son is no different!¡± The battle was not fierce because the forces were not evenly matched. The sword guards were heroic, ughtering with their swords, their white robes stained with blood, not even blinking as they killed. Some were evenpeting to see who could kill more! ¡°I killed ten, haha!¡± ¡°You¡¯re cking, brother. I¡¯ve already taken down thirty.¡± ¡°These guys are nothing. I just imed my fiftieth head.¡± Don¡¯t be fooled by their elegant white robes and long swords. These men were trained by the Sword Emperor himself, true and thorough ruffians! In the Sword Emperor¡¯s words: ¡°If I don¡¯t bully you, it¡¯s your ancestors¡¯ good fortune. Who are you to bully me?¡± Nanyue, Jiuwang Mountain. The entire mountain range was stained with the blood of the Southern Python Guards! In no time, the human wall they had formed was broken through, creating a huge gap. General Wei Ting was hacked to pieces, dying on the spot. The remaining Southern Python Guards in other directions were so terrified they didn¡¯t daree to help¡­ But the white-d sword guards were relentless, continuing their ughter. ¡°These madmen, I didn¡¯t even join the fight, why chase me? Damn, survival is paramount!¡± The Southern Python Guards, battered and bruised, fled in disarray, no longer maintaining their defense line. ¡°Enough,e back. Have you be addicted to killing?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an ordered. The white-d sword guards sheathed their swords reluctantly, returning with a sense of unfulfillment. ¡¾Ding! Host kills without blinking, extremely domineering! Viin points +10000¡¿ ¡®I¡¯m truly a thorough viin¡­ Even my subordinates look like viins!¡¯ The battle ended, but the hearts of countless sects and holynds were still in turmoil. ¡°Both being a prince force but the Southern Python Guards and Beiyang Sword Guards have such a disparity in strength!¡± ¡°Terrifying¡­ Any of these sword guards could easily be an elder in a sect!¡± ¡°You don¡¯t understand. Can Nanyuepare to Beiyang? Beiyang truly subdued the entire Dao Domain, while Nanyue is just elevated by connections!¡± ¡°Hahaha, that was satisfying to watch. They dared to act tyrannically, and now they¡¯ve hit a wall!¡± Cultivators cheered, some even shouting Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s name, bing die-hard fans. The Ziyou Holy Land, having suffered earlier, felt the most relieved. ¡°The Crown Prince is mighty, Beiyang is mighty!¡± They wanted to raise their hands and feet in celebration, having vented their previous frustration. Zi Lianyou was filled with mixed emotions, grateful yet envious of her Sister Xuen¨ª. With such a strong backer and being close to the Yang Dragon Dao Physique, bing the greatest goddess of the Cann Dao Domain seemed possible! As she was lost in thought, the white-d figure descended towards her. ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince¡­¡± Zi Lianyou hurriedly wiped away her tears and bowed. ¡°No need for such formality.¡± Lin Qi¡¯anforted her, ¡°Though I avenged you, the dead cannot be revived. My condolences.¡± ¡°Mm¡­ thank you for your concern, Crown Prince.¡± Zi Lianyou was taken aback. The Crown Prince hade specifically tofort her¡­ ¡°Does the Saintess have a connection with the Crown Prince?!¡± Behind her, the elders and disciples of Ziyou Holy Land were overjoyed. This was a great boon! Unexpectedly, they had truly climbed the socialdder thanks to sisterly affection! Indeed, while their Saintess might be slightly inferior to the Tianchi Saintess, she was still a goddess admired by many, pure-hearted and endearing. If the Crown Prince took both sisters under his wing, it would be a beautiful story! ¡°Zi Lianyou¡­ could you try? Maybe you could be the Crown Prince¡¯s maid.¡± ¡°Stop, don¡¯t talk nonsense!¡± Zi Lianyou bit her tender red lips and turned her head away. Her heart, however, was burning with excitement. ¡®The Crown Prince is so gentle and considerate? Not only did he avenge the Ziyou Holy Land, but he also came tofort me, and I hadn¡¯t even done anything for him¡­¡¯ ¡®Perhaps Brother Ling really has a prejudice against the Crown Prince. Next time I see him, I¡¯ll persuade him to stop targeting the Crown Prince!¡¯ Chapter 27 - Ling Tians Exploding Mentality, The Secret Realm Opens! Chapter 27: Ling Tian¡¯s Exploding Mentality, The Secret Realm Opens! ¡°Lianyou sister?! Yes, she must be worried about me, so she came to find me.¡± ¡°Thest time she gave me the pill in the dungeon, I was fortunate to have her.¡± In the crowd of onlookers, Ling Tian had been there all along. At first, when he saw Zi Lianyou, his heart was filled withfort and happiness! He could forget about Su Xuen¨ª, that sycophantic woman. At least his pure-hearted sister Lianyou stood by him. But then he saw the scene where the elder of Ziyou Holy Land was killed making Zi Lianyou tearful and heartbroken. Ling Tian clenched his fists and thought, ¡°Lianyou, I don¡¯t have the strength to avenge you right now. But in the future, I will protect you from anyone who tries to harm you!¡± Her pure nature and gratitude had made Zi Lianyou thest cherished part of Ling Tian¡¯s heart. Her beautiful purple dress, her ethereal beauty, made him feel warm. But then Lin Qi¡¯an arrived, driving his carriage, killing the Southern Python Guards with dominance, stealing the spotlight. All of a sudden, the mountains and valleys echoed with praise and admiration. ¡°The Crown Prince is truly fortunate! First, he won over the Tianchi Saintess, and now it seems he¡¯s also caught the eye of the Ziyou Saintess. I¡¯m so envious!¡± ¡°Hahaha, don¡¯t talk nonsense. Being noticed by the Crown Prince is a blessing for the Saintess.¡± ¡°I¡¯d love to be noticed, but do I have that qualification?¡± ¡°Shut up!¡± In the crowd, Ling Tian clenched his fists and roared in anger, his eyes bloodshot. His chest was filled with rage, his heart brimming with resentment. His chiseled face was full of murderous intent, as if he wanted to devour everyone alive! ¡°Are you crazy? What¡¯s it to you¡­¡± ¡°Yeah, you like the Ziyou Saintess? Then you have to have that ability! What¡¯s the use of staring at her from afar and fantasizing? Ugh!¡± Hearing the sarcastic ridicule, Ling Tian clenched his fists tighter, ring at the distant white figure. ¡®One day, I¡¯ll p you all in the face!¡¯ What Ling Tian wants will ultimately be his! He was imagining a future where he would rise again and be admired by everyone. Suddenly, he saw his beloved Lianyou sister, secretly ncing at that Crown Prince and her gaze was passionate and her demeanor was shy. She looked like a young girl experiencing her first crush making Ling Tian¡¯s mentality instantly explode! ¡®How could this be! Lianyou, have you also been bewitched by Lin Qi¡¯an?¡¯ ¡°Damn it! Don¡¯t you know that I and that damn Crown Prince are irreconcble enemies?¡± Ling Tian, consumed by anger, had his face twisted in fury, his entire body exuding an even more murderous aura. ¡°Good¡­ good! You¡¯ve all betrayed me, so don¡¯t me me for being ruthless!¡± ¡­¡­¡­¡­ ¡¾Ding! Ling Tian has developed resentment towards Zi Lianyou, luck value -50, host viin points +700¡¿ Hearing the system prompt, Lin Qi¡¯anughed as he had deliberately approached Zi Lianyou, soothing her with kind words, just to provoke Ling Tian. ¡®Is it really that easy to get angry? Ah, perhaps my methods are too insidious. It seems I was born to be a viin.¡¯ The Southern Python Guards were killed off. All the holynds, sects, imperial families, and rogue cultivators. All had gained the right to enter the mountains and approach the secret realm. ¡°The spiritual energy is so dense here; this must be a secret realm above the Sovereign realm¡­¡± ¡°There must be countless treasures and divine techniques inside!¡± ¡°Nanyue wanted to monopolize the secret realm, but fortunately, the Crown Prince is here!¡± Various sects and holynds were restless, their eyes filled with greed as they looked at the entrance to the secret realm. At this moment, a revered, white-haired elder with an immortal aura stood out and bowed and saluted Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Crown Prince, how we explore the secret realm is entirely up to your distribution!¡± ¡°That¡¯s right, we¡¯ll do as the Crown Prince says!¡± ¡°Listen to the Crown Prince!¡± Many sect masters and lords echoed, looking to Lin Qi¡¯an as their leader. Without Lin Qi¡¯an, they wouldn¡¯t even have the qualification to touch the secret realm. Naturally, they had to give him enough face now. ¡°Since the secret realm has appeared, it is natural for all to explore. If you want to enter, you can do so once it opens.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said loudly. Hearing this, the various sects and holynds were overjoyed. The Crown Prince had the strength and qualification to monopolize the secret realm, yet he was willing to share it. Truly, a broad-minded person! Compared to Nanyue, he was far more magnanimous. It seemed that while the Crown Prince was arrogant and domineering, he was also reasonable. In the blink of an eye, a few more days passed. In the sky, the secret realm gate, enveloped in white light, was finally fully revealed to everyone. The restrictions on the gate disappeared, and dense spiritual energy flowed out like water. ¡°The Crown Prince is magnanimous; we shall go ahead and explore. If we find any treasures, we will surely present them!¡± ¡°The Yandao Sect will pave the way for the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°The Hongzhao Sect, listen to my order. Go clear the secret realm beasts for the Crown Prince!¡± Various sects and holynds moved towards the secret realm entrance. Before departing, they loudly dered that it was all for the Crown Prince. For a while, countless beams of light filled the mountains, as countless people entered the secret realm gate. Among them was Ling Tian. ¡°Good job, Lin Qi¡¯an. The biggest mistake of your life was letting me into this secret realm! If you dare enter, this ce will be your burial ground!¡± Naturally, not everyone could enter the secret realm. ording to the tests, only cultivators at the Heaven Dominion Realm and below could enter. Stronger cultivators would be repelled by the secret realm, and if great experts forced their way in, it would cause the secret realm to copse. ¡°Crown Prince, I¡¯m afraid I can¡¯t apany you into the secret realm.¡± From the void came Aunt You¡¯s voice. ¡°No problem,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and shook his head. He knew these routines very well, having read many novels! Limiting the upper limit of cultivation was meant to allow the protagonist to show off. Ling Tian was likely at the Heaven Ascendant Realm, capable of killing Heaven Dominion Realm experts. This was his stage to shine! ¡°Crown Prince, this secret realm seems to be fire-attribute.¡± A subordinate who went to investigate reported back. ¡°Fire-attribute?¡± Another advantage for Ling Tian? He possessed the Nine Yang Divine Technique, which contained terrifying Divine Fire. This secret realm was practically tailor-made for him! ¡®Very well, hehe¡­ My treasure-seeking mouse, you better not disappoint.¡¯ Chapter 28 - Entering the Secret Realm, Encountering the Magma Beast! Chapter 28: Entering the Secret Realm, Encountering the Magma Beast! ¡°Everyone, stay here and guard the entrance and Xuen¨ª,e with me into the secret realm.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an had no intention of letting the sword guards follow him. ¡°Yes!¡± Su Xuen¨ª happily followed. After taking a few steps, Lin Qi¡¯an turned back, smiling as he asked, ¡°I wonder if Ziyou Saintess is interested in joining us?¡± Being a girl of purple luck, closely rted to Ling Tian, bringing her along could be advantageous. ¡°Me¡­?¡± Zi Lianyou pointed at herself, her clear, beautiful eyes filled with disbelief and was ttered! ¡°Why are you still standing there? It¡¯s your fortune that the Crown Prince is personally inviting you, hurry up.¡± The hundred members of Ziyou Holy Land were all excited. This was a great opportunity falling from the sky! What does it mean when they say ¡®one person ascends to heaven, the chickens and dogs follow¡¯? The Tianchi Holy Land had already demonstrated this well. They were originally targeted by the Tai¡¯an Royal Family and were on the verge of annihtion, but because the Crown Prince took a liking to the Tianchi Saintess, he intervened and resolved the crisis. It¡¯s said that he even gifted them a heavenly-tier cultivation technique! If the Ziyou Saintess could receive simr treatment, their faces would surely break from smiling. ¡°Then I will shamelessly follow the Crown Prince¡­¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s face blushed as she softly replied. Su Xuen¨ª smiled and extended a fair arm: ¡°Come on!¡± Inwardly, she thought, ¡®Getting a good deal and still acting innocent, aren¡¯t you, sister?¡¯ The three of them stepped into the light gate together, entering the secret realm. Inside, it was a small world of its own! The sky was a scorching red, the air filled with a sweltering heat. Without using spiritual power to protect themselves, people would likely be steamed alive. The ground was filled with cracks, with flowing red-hot magma visible through the gaps. Indeed, this was a fire-attribute secret realm. There were already many beast corpses on the ground, blood everywhere, showing signs of the previous battles from those who had entered before. In the distance, several streaks of light could be seen, spiritual energy surging. The secret realm was extremely dangerous. The deeper one went, the greater the opportunities for fortune, but the challenges were also more severe. ¡°So hot¡­¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s face was flushed, and she instinctively used spiritual power to resist the heat. Su Xuen¨ª, however, didn¡¯t think of herself first but of Lin Qi¡¯an, ¡°Crown Prince, let me help you cool down.¡± She ced her jade-like hand on Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chest, channeling spiritual power. Ayer of icy energy enveloped them which was cool andfortable. It seemed she had sessfully refined the Ice Qilin¡¯s blood essence. ¡°Much better.¡± Although Lin Qi¡¯an had cultivated the heavenly-tier technique, the Yang me Technique, making him at ease in this environment, he wouldn¡¯t refuse Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s kindness. Zi Lianyou inwardly sighed, realizing she still had much to learn and was far behind Sister Xuen¨ª. The three of them flew through the air. Apart from seeing beast corpses, there were also many human cultivators who had perished here. Exploring a secret realm meant not everyone would return safely. Because others had already passed through, they encountered little resistance from beasts along the way. After flying for about half an hour, a giant volcano appeared before them. There was an entrance at the base, suggesting many cultivators had already gone inside. ¡°Let¡¯s go in as well.¡± As soon as they entered the cave, an even more intense heat wave hit them. The fire energy inside the volcano was extremely dense, possibly hiding powerful beasts or fire-element treasures! The interior was spacious and the rock walls were glowing red from the heat, with magma flowing brightly in the cracks on the ground, asionally bubbling and erupting. Cultivators with lower cultivation levels could not endure and had to retreat. In the depths of the mountain, a vast magmake blocked their path! The air above theke was distorted by the high temperature. All the rock walls were almost crimson. Most of the cultivators who entered were stopped at theke¡¯s edge. ¡°The Crown Prince?!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is here too!¡± ¡°Xiao Yu of the Feiyu Sect greets the Crown Prince!¡± Seeing the handsome figure in white arrive, apanied by two stunning saintesses, everyone hurriedly saluted. ¡°We¡¯re all here to seek treasures, no need for formalities,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled amiably. ¡°Crown Prince, we¡¯ve all been stopped here, unable to cross this magmake! I suspect that to obtain the treasures in this volcano, we must cross it.¡± ¡°Why can¡¯t you cross?¡± ¡°Because¡­ there is a terrifying beast in theke.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was about to inquire further but then¡­ Ahead, a man in simple cloth shouted, ¡°A mere beast in theke dares to block me? My Longhu Sect specializes in domineering spiritual power and fears no mes!¡± With that, he leaped into the air, trying to cross theke. Just as he reached the middle, theke erupted, and several huge tentacles shot up, wrapping tightly around him. ¡°Vile creature, die!¡± The man tried to st the tentacles with techniques, but to no avail. He was swiftly dragged into the magmake. ¡°Ahhh!!!¡± A heart-wrenching scream echoed which made everyone¡¯s hair stand on end. Soon, there was no more sound from the man. He had likely been dissolved entirely in the magma. ¡°It seems we can¡¯t cross theke directly!¡± ¡°I propose we join forces to y this beast, so we can all cross theke together!¡± ¡°Agreed!¡± ¡°That seems to be the only option¡­¡± After a brief discussion, all the cultivators turned their eyes to Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°What does the Crown Prince think?¡± ¡°Agreed.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded. After all, he was just here for a casual stroll, to pass the time. For real treasure hunting, he¡¯d rely on Ling Tian. By sensing the position of the soul devouring worm, Lin Qi¡¯an knew Ling Tian was among the cultivators present. As expected, main characters are always in disguise. Chapter 29 - Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword, Slaying the Beast with One Sword! Chapter 29: Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword, ying the Beast with One Sword! ¡°Alright, let¡¯s all attack together and kill this beast!¡± ¡°Everyone, charge!¡± Among the nearly hundred cultivators observing from the shore, more than half soared into the air, flying above the magmake. Boom! Suddenly, the calmke surface exploded and countless scalding magma spurted like fireworks. Appearing before the crowd was a monstrous fish with numerous tentacles! The fish was a hundred meters long, with crimson scales. It was the guardian beast of theke. me Abyss Demon Whale! Its aura reached the peak of the Heaven Dominion Realm! And in this magmake, it thrived, itsbat strength soaring, likely reaching the Transcendent Realm. ¡°Everyone, do not hold back! Attack with all your might!¡± In an instant, theke surface was awash with radiance, streams of spiritual power bursting forth. Dozens of cultivators fought fiercely with the giant demon whale. ¡°A bunch of fools¡­¡± Disguised Ling Tian sneered in the shadows. Taking advantage of these fools distracting the beast, he quietly retreated and submerged into the magma. The ssic move of the protagonist, reaping the benefits without lifting a finger. With the Nine Yang Divine Technique protecting him, this ordinary magma posed no threat to him. No one noticed his actions, except for Lin Qi¡¯an, who could sense it secretly. ¡°Crown Prince, this demon whale is quite fierce. I don¡¯t think they won¡¯t be able to handle it¡­ Xuen¨ª is willing to fight for you.¡± Su Xuen¨ª volunteered. She couldn¡¯t always just be a decorative figure in front of the Crown Prince; she had to act when necessary. ¡°Go ahead, don¡¯t hurt yourself.¡± ¡°Yes!¡± Being concerned about her, Su Xuen¨ª felt ted and flew up. Her dress fluttered, and her ck hair danced in the wind. Her movements were graceful and elegant, with an ethereal quality, truly captivating. With a single palm strike, icy energy surged! Refining the Ice Qilin¡¯s blood essence and cultivating a heaven-tier technique had greatly enhanced her strength. Now, she had also broken through to the Heaven Dominion Realm. Each palm strike caused magma to erupt, making the beast howl in agony. The magma that erupted near Su Xuen¨ª turned into ice blocks automatically, not staining her snow-like dress. ¡°It¡¯s my first time seeing the Tianchi Saintess in battle¡­ So beautiful!¡± ¡°Hey, fellow Daoist, you¡¯re drooling, watch out.¡± ¡°Being able to witness such a scene today makes it worth it¡­¡± With Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s assistance, the beast quickly fell into a disadvantage. It wouldn¡¯t be long before they could y itpletely, but at that moment, an unexpected change urred. With a loud ssh, a second me Abyss Demon Whale emerged from theke! ¡°There¡¯s another one? Be careful, everyone there¡¯s two of them!¡± ¡°Damn¡­ one was already tough enough.¡± The two demon whales protected each other, their countless tentacles thrashing in the air, knocking several cultivators into the magmake. Even Su Xuen¨ª couldn¡¯t withstand the double assault, her face growing paler. At that moment, a sword joined the fray. The sword had a hilt adorned with seven stars, and its de was bright like a mirror, exuding a powerful aura. As it moved, it emitted a dragon-like roar. ¡°This is¡­ a sacred weapon, the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword! It¡¯s the Crown Prince¡¯s sword!¡± Everyone was overjoyed. Lin Qi¡¯an stood on the shore, controlling the sword with one hand from a distance. As the son of the Sword Emperor, he naturally carried his weapon, the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword. The sword¡¯s shadow flickered, almost imperceptible to the naked eye. Snap! Snap! Snap! The tentacles thrashing in the air were severed one by one. They fell into the magma, sshing up plumes of liquid. The sharpness of a sacred weapon was not something these beasts¡¯ flesh could withstand. Seeing the troublesome tentacles dealt with, everyone¡¯s pressure lessened significantly, and their attacks grew fiercer. ¡°I¡¯ll help too!¡± Zi Lianyou felt she couldn¡¯t just stand by any longer. The Crown Prince brought her along, not to be a vase but to show her worth. She transformed into a purple stream of light, her ribbons fluttering, and beams of light bombarded the massive creature. ¡°Hiss~~~¡± A cry like a baby¡¯s wail echoed. The severely injured demon whale was enraged, leaping out of the waterpletely, opening its massive mouth to swallow the human cultivators whole! Zi Lianyou was just within its range. As the gaping maw loomedrger in her vision, a sword light as bright as moonlight shed. It descended from the sky like silver radiance. Falling Moon Divine Sword! The power of a single strike pierced the whale from back to belly! The scalding blood evaporated into steam as soon as it touched the magma. The whale¡¯s internal organs werepletely destroyed by the terrifying energy that invaded its body, and it fell into theke. Boom! A ssh dozens of meters high erupted. ¡°What a powerful divine technique¡­¡± ¡°If I¡¯m not mistaken, this is the signature move of the Tianjian City, the Falling Moon Divine Sword!¡± ¡°Such formidable power, unstoppable. It only took one sword strike to pierce the beast¡¯s heart!¡± The cultivators had been struggling for a long time but couldn¡¯t finish the beast off. Yet the Crown Prince took it down with a single strike. The other demon whale was soon dealt with as well and the two women returned to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side. Zi Lianyou was the first to speak: ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince, for saving me!¡± She was overjoyed. In her moment of danger, the Crown Prince had acted immediately, clearly concerned for her. Su Xuen¨ª¡¯s brows furrowed slightly and thought she shouldn¡¯t always act too strong in the future. She needed to asionally show her feminine side to arouse the Crown Prince¡¯s protective instincts¡­ Chapter 30 - Triggering the Trap! Lin Qian Reaps the Benefits Chapter 30: Triggering the Trap! Lin Qi¡¯an Reaps the Benefits ¡°Majestic prowess of the Crown Prince, we can¡¯tpare!¡± ¡°We¡¯ll go ahead!¡± Now that the beasts had been in, they couldn¡¯t wait to search for treasures. Lin Qi¡¯an was at ease because Beiyangcked nothing. But those people were different; any treasure could greatly enhance their strength. ¡°Heh, what a bunch of fools¡­¡± At this moment, hidden within the magma, Ling Tian sneered. ¡°You probably can¡¯t even imagine that the true treasure trove lies in the pce beneath the magma and the key to opening the pce is within the bodies of these two beasts.¡± ¡°Now, they¡¯re all mine! Lin Qi¡¯an, your time to unt won¡¯tst much longer.¡± Ahead, some cultivators reached the opposite side of the magmake, where a stone gate blocked the way, with a mechanism on the wall. ¡°This mechanism should open the door!¡± One cultivator immediately went to pull the lever. Creak. But instead of opening the stone door, the entire mountain began to tremble violently! The rock walls above started to crumble. The magma below churned violently like boiling water. ¡°What¡¯s happening!!¡± ¡°Oh no, is it a trap?!¡± ¡°Retreat!¡± Indeed, the real treasure trovey beneath the magma. The mechanism above was a trap. Once triggered¡­ Boom!! The magmake erupted, sending waves a hundred feet high, instantly engulfing all the cultivators! ¡°Quick, use spiritual qi to protect yourselves!¡± The cultivators frantically used all their strength to shield their bodies. Those who were slow or weak were instantly melted¡­. The terrifying magma, with a life of its own, seemed like a giant beast intent on burying everyone there. ¡°What a vicious trap! The owner of this secret realm is certainly not from the righteous path, damn it!¡± ¡°Everyone, save yourselves!¡± ¡°Ahhh!!!¡± asionally, anguished screams echoed. These deadly traps were obviously set by someone with malicious intent. The magma also contained terrifying fire energy, which rapidly corroded spiritual power, making this ce a true deathtrap! Seeing this scene, the happiest person was, of course, Ling Tian. ¡°A bunch of scum, now you know how terrifying it is? Heh, fortunately, I have the Nine Yang Divine Technique to protect me.¡± Ling Tian smirked. ¡°You can slowly suffer in there; I¡¯ll go get the treasure first.¡± ¡­¡­¡­ Within the magma, the cultivators desperately tried to escape. But this magma beast, set by a powerful predecessor, was not something they could easily fend off. ¡°Help!¡± ¡°Damn it, why is this fire suddenly so strong?¡± ¡°Damn it, I can¡¯t hold on much longer¡­¡± ¡°I don¡¯t want to die!¡± In Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s group, Su Xuen¨ª was using her icy power to barely fend off the heat. Her face was pale, sweat dripping. ¡°Crown Prince, I can¡¯t hold on any longer¡­¡± Zi Lianyou, who had never faced such a desperate situation, was pale and trembling. Perhaps the next moment, she would turn to ash. During this time, Lin Qi¡¯an was not idle. He was activating the ¡°Yang me Technique¡±. ¡°Break!¡± With a point of his finger, an aura surged skyward. With a thunderous roar, the fire beast formed from the magma exploded, turning into a rain of magma that fell back to the ground. Thanks to this, the cultivators managed to save their lives. The survivors fell to the ground, panting. Looking at the tall white figure, they were filled with gratitude, bowing in respect. ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince, for saving our lives. My Feiyan Sect will never forget this!¡± ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince, for saving our lives!¡± ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince!¡± ¡°If it weren¡¯t for the Crown Prince, we would have perished in this hellhole!¡± The survivors were immensely grateful to Lin Qi¡¯an, almost wanting to kneel and bow. Su Xuen¨ª calmed her heaving chest, her beautiful eyes full of admiration for Lin Qi¡¯an. Such a handsome and noble man, with an exalted status, always protecting her in times of crisis. How could she not be smitten? ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince¡­¡± Zi Lianyou, her head slightly lowered, her heart racing. Being with the Crown Prince gave her such a sense of security! It felt like he could shield her from any storm. She envied her sister. In the future, she would always be with the Crown Prince, while Zi Lianyou had to part ways with him once they leave this ce¡­ ¡°It¡¯s a pity we didn¡¯t find any treasures and almost lost our lives!¡± ¡°Indeed! I think this secret realm was certainly left by someone not from the righteous path.¡± ¡°I agree; I¡¯ve never heard of such vicious traps before!¡± ¡°Let¡¯s go; I don¡¯t want to risk my life for nothing.¡± ¡°We¡¯ll visit againter to thank the Crown Prince properly for saving us!¡± The crowd began to leave. Only Lin Qi¡¯an knew that the real treasure was hidden beneath the magma. His treasure-seeking mouse had already gone in. ¡°Let¡¯s go too.¡± ¡°Where does the Crown Prince want to go?¡± ¡°Just to wander around.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an strolled ahead leisurely, with two stunning women following behind. Now, all he had to do was wait for the treasure-seeking mouse to endure countless hardships and bring out the treasure. Then, he would reap the benefits. Chapter 31 - Ling Tian Practices Demonic Arts, Treasure Seeking Mouse Appears Chapter 31: Ling Tian Practices Demonic Arts, Treasure Seeking Mouse Appears Lin Qi¡¯an strolled around with two beautiful women, while Ling Tian was fighting desperately. He had dived to the bottom of the magma and sessfully opened the gate of the underground pce, but that was just the beginning! The underground pce was full of traps and powerful beasts blocking his way. Fortunately, Ling Tian had the Nine Yang Divine Technique to help him. After oveing countless obstacles and being covered in wounds, he finally reached the end of the pce. At the top of the dark pce, there was a jade table, and on the tabley a box. ¡°Finally, I found it¡­¡± Ling Tian hurriedly opened the box. There were two items inside: a ck jade slip and a blood-colored lotus. Opening the jade slip, four ck characters were prominently written on it: ¡°Demonic Death Tome.¡± Below was a message: ¡°If you have made it here, it proves our fates are intertwined. The technique recorded in this jade slip can devour the heavens and overturn the earth with infinite power!¡± ¡°To practice it, you must first abandon your true nature and fall into the demonic path. If you have the courage, inject spiritual power and rx your sea of consciousness. You will naturally gain everything.l ¡°Additionally, this lotus is called the ¡®Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus,¡¯ an ancient treasure that can open a small world. To reactivate it, it needs to be stained with the blood of seven prodigies.¡± After reading the jade slip, Ling Tian took a deep breath. He never expected that after all his hardships, he would end up with a demonic technique. The eerie aura it emitted made him feel as if he had fallen into an ice cer. ¡°Ling Tian, this is a demonic path technique. You must not rush into practicing it!¡± After a moment of silence, a look of madness appeared in Ling Tian¡¯s eyes. ¡°Why not? Why not!¡± ¡°Are you insane¡­¡± ¡°To be stronger, to get revenge, so what if I go mad! As long as I master it, I won¡¯t worry about not being able to kill Lin Qi¡¯an!¡± ¡°Then I¡¯ll use his and those two wretched women¡¯s blood to sanctify this Blood Heart Lotus!¡± As soon as he finished speaking, Ling Tian injected his spiritual power. A beam of dark light shot into his head, and terrifying ghostly ck energy immediately enveloped his entire body. Ling Tian¡¯s aura began to rise at an rming rate, but the golden light belonging to the Nine Yang Divine Technique in his brow dimmedpletely. Ling Yu could never align with demonic cultivation therefore at this moment, their master-disciple rtionship had reached its end. Ding! Ling Tian and Ling Yu have severed all ties, luck value -100, host¡¯s viin value +2000 ¡­¡­¡­.. Nanyue King City. The news of the Guards beingpletely annihted finally reached the ears of the Nanyue prince, Zhao Sanfeng. ¡°Those bastards!¡± He mmed his hand down, smashing the wooden table beside him into splinters. ¡°A prince of Beiyang dares to act wildly in Nanyue. How dare he?!¡± ¡°Your Highness, that Lin Qi¡¯an is truly overbearing and unreasonable! He immediately ordered his sword guards to kill us.¡± ¡°If we don¡¯t settle this, Nanyue will surely be ridiculed, and we might not be able to stand in the Tiang Immortal Dynasty in the future!¡± Zhao Sanfeng stood up, his face cold. ¡°You don¡¯t need to tell me. I already know. Go, gather all the holynds and sects that have been on good terms with Nanyue! I will personally seek out Lin Qi¡¯an for punishment!¡± A subordinate said in a deep voice, ¡°Your Highness¡­but Lin Qi¡¯an has a powerful protector by his side¡­¡± ¡°Protector? As if he¡¯s the only one who has one!¡± Zhao Sanfeng sneered, ¡°I will invite my master out of seclusion. We¡¯ll see who can stand against us!¡± ¡­¡­¡­. In the blink of an eye, two days passed. ¡°It¡¯s done!¡± Ling Tian suddenly opened his eyes, gleaming with light. His pupils were filled with dark energy, and his entire being exuded a chilling aura. ¡°I have finally mastered the Demonic Death Tome¡­and my realm has soared to Heaven Dominion Realm!¡± Feeling the terrifying power coursing through his body, Ling Tian was ecstatic. Thinking about his imminent revenge, his entire being was jubnt. ¡°When I was in the Heaven Ascendant Realm, I could already y Heaven Dominion cultivators. Now that I¡¯ve reached Heaven Dominion and my power has increased greatly, Lin Qi¡¯an, what will you use to fight me!¡± ¡°When I find you, I will definitely use your blood to sanctify the Blood Heart Lotus!¡± He rushed out of the magmake and had just exited the mountain when he ran into a cultivator who was about to leave the secret realm. ¡°Stop! Tell me, do you know where Beiyang¡¯s prince, Lin Qi¡¯an, is?¡± Ling Tian grabbed the man¡¯s head, looking fierce and malicious. ¡°The¡­the prince? He should still be in the secret realm, but I don¡¯t know exactly where.¡± ¡°Get lost!¡± ¡®Still in the secret realm? Good. It seems even the heavens want you dead. I will guard the entrance to the secret realm and wait for you toe out.¡¯ ¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­ In the secret realm, most of the heaven-tier materials and earth-tier treasures had been looted. Most cultivators had left satisfied, and few remained in the secret realm. Lin Qi¡¯an was one of them. For the past two days, he had been leisurely walking around with Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou. The treasures those people obtained didn¡¯t catch his eye, and he wasn¡¯t interested in snatching them. ¡°Your Highness, we¡¯ve been here for two days and haven¡¯t gotten anything good!¡± ¡°If there¡¯s nothing, then so be it. It¡¯s just our bad luck. Let¡¯s go, it¡¯s time to leave.¡± ¡®My dear treasure-seeking mouse, you finally came out. Let your master wait so long!¡¯ Chapter 32 - Securing the First Kill, Dropping Gear! Chapter 32: Securing the First Kill, Dropping Gear! At the secret realm¡¯s exit, Ling Tian stood guard. Anyone who came and went would be met with his venomous gaze. ¡°This person¡¯s aura is too terrifying¡­¡± ¡°He exudes an ominous presence from head to toe, which sect is he from?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t bother, the best thing to do is to stay far away!¡± Everyone instinctively kept their distance from him, fearing that an unlucky encounter might bring trouble! At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an approached with two women, casually chatting about trivial matters. ¡°Lin, Qi, An!¡± A venomous voice squeezed out from between clenched teeth.The ck-robed figure blocked the three of them. ¡°You, made, me, wait!¡± ¡°Who are you, daring to offend the crown prince!¡± Su Xueni stepped forward to shield Lin Qi¡¯an, her face frosty. Zi Lianyou also silently mobilized her spiritual power, ready to show no mercy to anyone who dared to harm Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Heh heh! Two wretched women, you forgot me so quickly!¡± The ck-robed man slowly tore off his mask, revealing a true and ferocious face. ¡°Ling Tian.¡± ¡°Ling¡­ Big Brother?¡± Su Xueni¡¯s gaze was icy and Zi Lianyou covered her mouth, her eyes filled with disbelief. In her earliest memories, Ling Tian was a righteous person with great ambitions. But why had he be like this, exuding an evil aura that made one shiver¡­ ¡°You¡¯ve fallen into the demonic path!¡± Su Xueni saw through it at a nce. ¡°Haha, that¡¯s right, the demonic path! To get revenge on you all, I¡¯ll stop at nothing!¡± Ling Tianughed wildly, his deep eyes filled with vicious light. ¡°Demonic path! You actually entered the demonic path! You¡¯ve actually practiced demonic arts while in the secret realm!¡± Zi Lianyou cried out. Entering the demonic path meant practicing sinister and ruthless demonic arts. Some involved devouring others¡¯ essence and blood, using young women as cauldrons, or achieving the Dao through ughter. All were incredibly evil paths, despised by the world! ¡°Ling Tian! The crown prince already spared you once, yet you persist, seeking your own death.¡± Su Xueni¡¯s pretty face turned cold: ¡°Your Highness, let me take care of him!¡± ¡°Stand down, you¡¯re not his match now.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an shook his head: ¡°Besides, you were once fellow disciples, it¡¯s not right for you to act.¡± Su Xueni: ¡­ The prince is still so considerate. Even though she was just a maid, he always cared. Unlike the paranoid and crazed Ling Tian, who would enter the demonic path for revenge! ¡°Alright¡­ Your Highness, be careful.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took a step forward: ¡°Lianyou, I said before, if he tries to harm me again, I won¡¯t hold back.¡± ¡°Your Highness need not consider me! Anyone who enters the demonic path should be killed by us cultivators!¡± ¡°He is no longer the Ling big brother I knew. If I had the power, I would act too.¡± ¡¾Ding! Zi Lianyou and Ling Tian have severed ties, Ling Tian¡¯s luck value -100, host¡¯s viin value +2000¡¿ At this moment, Ling Tian¡¯s attribute panel had greatly changed. Son of Luck: Ling Tian Secret Treasure: Mountain Opening Seal, ¡¶Nine Yang Mysterious Art¡· Luck: 50 (ck) Luck Core: Nine Yang Divine Sword Current Kill Rewards: Mountain Opening Seal, Great Profound Golden Pill, ¡¶Nine Yang Divine Technique¡·, Heart Devouring Powder, ¡¶Demonic Death Tome¡·, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus ¡¾Hint: Target¡¯s luck value is below 100, you can seize the luck core¡¿ ¡°Very good!¡± ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, I won¡¯t kill you immediately, I will torment you bit by bit!¡± ¡°Arghhh!!¡± Ling Tian roared, demonic energy bursting forth. The ¡¶Demonic Death Tome¡· was fully activated. Nearby trees and flowers withered, the sky was covered with dark clouds, resembling an apocalypse. ¡°Heaven Dominion Realm! He actually entered the Heaven Dominion Realm through demonic cultivation!¡± The two women were stunned. The prince was only in the Heaven Ascendant Realm, could he be in danger¡­ ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, today, I will step on your head to make my name! Die for me!¡± Ling Tian charged with his sword, dark eyes filled with fierce light, ck aura swirling around him and charged like a demon god! ¡°Is that so.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an calmly snapped his fingers, triggering the Devouring Spirit Insect within Ling Tian. In an instant, all Ling Tian¡¯s spiritual apertures were locked, his aura couldn¡¯t circte at all, and he fell to the ground and became an ordinary person¡­ ¡°Why, why!¡± He grasped the grass roots on the ground with both hands, his face filled with disbelief. Looking up, he saw Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s faint smile, as if he had anticipated all this. Suddenly, he remembered the pill he took in the dungeon. ¡°Wretched woman Zi Lianyou, you harmed me¡­ you harmed me!¡± ¡°A madman who entered the demonic path, still ming others? I warned you not to attack the prince again.¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s gaze was cold, her tone devoid of any warmth. ¡°Senior, may I borrow the divine fire?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an called out. In Ling Tian¡¯s hand, the Nine Yang Divine Sword hummed and flew into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s hand in an instant. ¡°Master?!¡± Ling Tian¡¯s eyes widened. Unexpectedly, the master who once apanied him would help kill him! Lin Qi¡¯an activated his technique, golden divine fire danced on the sword de, dazzling and bright. ¡°Let me help you find peace.¡± A divine fire shot at Ling Tian. With all his spiritual apertures locked, how could he resist? In the blink of an eye, he was reduced to ashes. ¡¾Ding! Sessfully killed the Son of Luck ¡°Ling Tian¡±¡¿ Immediately, a series of notifications popped up densely! Gear dropped! Chapter 33 - Obtaining the Chaotic Treasure, A Bountiful Harvest! Chapter 33: Obtaining the Chaotic Treasure, A Bountiful Harvest! ¡¾Ding! Sessfully killed the Son of Luck ¡°Ling Tian¡±¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Sessfully seized the luck core ¡°Nine Yang Divine Sword¡±, luck value +100¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Sessfully killed the son of luck, viin value +50000¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Obtained Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus, ¡¶Demonic Death Tome¡·¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Obtained Mountain Opening Seal, Great Profound Golden Pill, ¡¶Nine Yang Divine Art¡·, Heart Devouring Powder¡¿ A series of reward notifications exploded like a barrage of cannonballs. Everything valuable on Ling Tian burst out! No wonder he had been meticulously nurtured as a treasure-hunting mouse. Among the treasures, the most crucial was undoubtedly the luck core ¡°Nine Yang Divine Sword¡±. Not only was it a sacred weapon on par with the ¡°Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword¡±, but it also contained the immensely powerful ¡°Nine Yang Divine Fire¡±! ¡°Senior Lingyu, would you be willing to follow me to Tianjian City? Given the circumstances, there¡¯s no better ce to go¡­¡± From within the sword, Lingyu¡¯s weak voice emerged: ¡°I will enter a period of slumber for now. I hope you will make good use of this sword, Crown Prince.¡± ¡°Very well, rest well, Senior.¡± Thus, the Nine Yang Divine Sword wholly belonged to him. At this moment, the other two women also approached. Su Xueni felt no emotional fluctuation over Ling Tian¡¯s death, only that he deserved it. In her heart, anyone who sought to harm the Crown Prince deserved to die! Zi Lianyou was still somewhat incredulous but not overly saddened; the demonic path only made one feel that death was not a pity. ¡°Your Highness, should we leave now? The people outside are probably getting impatient.¡± ¡°No rush, I n to stay here and prepare for a while.¡± Having received so many rewards at once, Lin Qi¡¯an wanted to savor them carefully. Great Profound Golden Pill: A pill that can increase cultivation for those below the Heaven Ascendant Realm, not important. Heart Devouring Powder: A colorless, odorless chronic poison, not important. Mountain Opening Seal: A divine ability fragment, not interested. Nine Yang Divine Art: A heavenly-grade fire attribute cultivation method, for now, keep it. Demonic Death Tome¡­ Seeing the words on the jade slip, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s face lit up with joy. The best item turned out to be the ancient treasure, the Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus! Once it absorbs the blood of seven heavenly talents, it can activate, opening a small portable world! Comparable to a sleeve universe! Obtaining this meant acquiring the highest-grade treasure in the secret realm. The system task ¡°Treasure Seizure¡± was smoothlypleted. ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host forpleting the task¡¿ ¡¾Reward: 10000 viin points, Ancestral Dragon Soul Bone¡¿ This was the greatest reward for enhancing his strength, but it needed to be paired with ¡°Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood¡± to achieve the best effect. To obtain the Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood, the task ¡°Massacre¡± must bepleted. Kill ten heavenly talents from holynd sects and ten is not a small number. A sect can only cultivate one or two holy sons or heavenly talents, so how many sects¡¯ beloved disciples would have to be killed! Coincidentally, the Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus also required the blood of heavenly talents. ¡®No need to rush, it can be done slowly.¡¯ Just when Lin Qi¡¯an thought he had finished organizing, the system¡¯s voice rang again! ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host forpleting the first kill of the Son of Luck, obtaining a Luck Treasure Box. Would you like to open it immediately?¡¿ ¡°What is a Luck Treasure Box?¡± ¡°The more luck value reduced from the son of luck, the higher the chance of drawing a high-grade spirit treasure from the treasure box! If the hostpletely subdues the luck target, the same reward can be obtained.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an then understood. Ling Tian¡¯s initial luck value was 1000, and when he was killed, it was only 50.. The more reduced, the better the rewards when opening the treasure box. Truly worthy of being a viin system! ¡°Open.¡± ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host for obtaining the Chaos Treasure¡ªImmortal Sword Box¡¿ (TL: ¡°Chaos Treasure¡± can be considered among the highest grade of treasures within cultivation novels, often associated with ancient myths and legends. Their origins are usually traced back to the very beginning of time.) After reading the description and effects, Lin Qi¡¯an was incredibly shocked! All the supreme divine weapons in the world are not dead objects, like the Nine Yang Divine Sword. Therefore, a swordsman can only control one sword. Only those who are single-minded can be a great sword Dao cultivator. For example, the Sword Emperor! He only had one wife and only one sword. One sword for life and therefore they are called life swords. Being fickle and having multiple thoughts, one cannotmunicate with the sword spirit, but with this sword box, the master canmunicate with twelve divine weapons, making them all his life swords! Openly maintaining a harem in the sword! The sword boxes with a sword control technique¡ªHeavenly Flying Immortal. Mastering it allows simultaneous control of twelve divine weapons, shing through eternity like shooting stars! Lin Qi¡¯an opened the sword box. ced the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword and the Nine Yang Divine Sword inside. He could call upon any sword whenever needed, and the sword box¡¯s spiritual energy would constantly nourish the swords, keeping them in peak condition. ¡°What is this¡­¡± As soon as she entered the sword box, Lingyu suddenly woke up. She had been very weak, but now she felt an indescribablefort. It was as if her entire being was being nourished! Following the Crown Prince¡­ might really be the best choice. ¡°After nurturing the crops for so long, it¡¯s time for a bountiful harvest¡­ Killing the main character, is it really this satisfying?¡± In the future, when encountering main characters, they must be fattened up before being killed. Now, his viin points had reached a whopping 67700. It was time to spend them. ¡®After going out, think of a way to kill a bunch of holy sons and heavenly talents.¡¯ (TL: Sleeve Universe ¨C It describes a magical space or small pocket dimension contained within an item or person, often used by powerful cultivators or immortals. The phrase implies that the item, typically a sleeve or other inconspicuous part of clothing or an essory, holds an entire universe or significant space within it, muchrger than its outer appearance suggests.). Chapter 34 - The Arrival of the Nanyue Crown Prince! Seeking Justice Chapter 34: The Arrival of the Nanyue Crown Prince! Seeking Justice Outside the secret realm, Jiumang Mountain. Most of the holynd sects had already exited the secret realm. They had also found quite a few heavenly materials, earthly treasures, and divine abilities within the secret realm. Obtaining even one or two of these was enough to satisfy them. However, Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t care for these small trinkets. The essence of the entire secret realm¡¯s treasures was in his possession. ¡°Is the Crown Prince still inside the secret realm?¡± ¡°He should be, he hasn¡¯te out yet.¡± ¡°Could it be that the Crown Prince obtained some great treasure inside the secret realm?¡± ¡°The secret realm exuded an evil aura everywhere, especially in that volcano. I suspect it was left by demonic cultivators!¡± ¡°Speaking of which, when I left the secret realm, I saw a man full of vicious aura. It was terrifying¡­¡± The entire Jiumang Mountain range was still crowded with people and no one was in a hurry to leave. They wanted to wait for the Crown Prince toe out before paying their respects. After all, their opportunity to explore and seek treasures in the secret realm was all thanks to the Crown Prince. It would be best to leave a good impression on the Crown Prince for future interactions. Some sects had even dispatched subordinates to rush back to the sect and bring the most beautiful women here. If one of them caught the Crown Prince¡¯s eye, it would be a meteoric rise! ¡°Look up there! Who is that with such a grand presence¡­¡± ¡°It¡¯s the Southern Python Guards. It looks like someone from the Southern Yue Kingdom has arrived!¡± A mighty force of Southern Python Guards, hundreds in formation, marched through the air like heavenly soldiers and generals, their aura soaring to the heavens! In the center, there was a white jade chariot. Crafted entirely from white jade and ss, with gleaming curtains, it vaguely revealed several figures seated inside. Heavenly horses pulled the chariot, radiating multicolored light! Even more terrifying was the sight behind the chariot: a vast sea of people, numbering in the thousands. Bright lights and shadows moved in unison, stars chasing the moon. For a moment, the sky was filled with anomalies, exuding majesty. ¡°Is that¡­ the Holy Lord of the Jindao Holy Land, a great expert in the Celestial Realm!¡± ¡°The head of the Shenxiao Sect is here too, this is insane!¡± ¡°The Supreme Elder of the Taiyi Sect has alsoe out of seclusion, a Dao Transformation Realm powerhouse¡­¡± Upon recognizing the identities of the entourage, the crowd below erupted in excitement. Due to the restrictions of the secret realm, those holy lords and sect leaders hadn¡¯t apanied their disciples, leaving the younger generation to go. But now, these esteemed elders were all trailing behind the Nanyue Crown Prince, serving as his entourage. The Nanyue King, surnamed Zhao! The Emperor of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty was also surnamed Zhao! In the Cann Dao Domain, who dared to defy the ck Emperor of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty? ¡°The Nanyue Crown Prince has arrived!¡± A loud voice rang out in the sky. Indeed, the person who hade was Zhao Sanfeng, the son of the Nanyue King. ¡°My heavens, Crown Prince Zhao has brought dozens of sects and holynds with him. What a grand disy!¡± ¡°I get it now. He¡¯s here to find the Northern Sun Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Earlier, Beiyang Crown Prince killed the Southern Python Guards. He must be here for revenge, that¡¯s why he brought so many people!¡± Behind Zhao Sanfeng, the crowd stretched endlessly, numbering in the thousands. This time, he had made a grand entrance, gathering dozens of sects and holynds from Nanyue, and had brought along powerful protectors. His goal was to suppress Lin Qi¡¯an, seek revenge, and reim the prince¡¯s woman. ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince!¡± Countless people bowed in greeting, not daring to show the slightest disrespect and rows of heads bowed neatly. Zhao Sanfeng stepped out of the chariot, overlooking everyone. He wore a robe adorned with golden embroidery, holding a flowing cloud ink fan. Upon seeing the white-d sword guards of Beiyang, his eyes shed with disgust, and his voice thundered! ¡°Beiyang, you dare to kill my Southern Python Guards in my territory. Do you not regard Southern Yue at all?!¡± A confrontation. The other sects were all shocked. ¡°This time, Beiyang Crown Prince is in trouble¡­¡± ¡°The Nanyue Crown Prince has such a grand presence, with thousands of strong experts and masters following him. He¡¯s determined to suppress Lin Qi¡¯an.¡± ¡°The two crown princes shing head-on, it won¡¯t end easily!¡± All the holynd sects watching quickly retreated ten miles away. They knew that once the Beiyang Crown Prince emerges, a great battle would surely erupt here. ¡­¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an had just spent arge amount of viin points. These viin points, theye quickly, but they go just as fast. Upgrading divine abilities consumed an enormous amount. This was why most cultivators focused on mastering one path, as mastering just one would take decades or even centuries! Once mastered, it would benefit them for life. The reason why protagonists in novels could fight across realms was that they mastered various techniques and had multiple trump cards, excelling in everything. Lin Qi¡¯an was now walking the path of a hexagonal warrior. With his currentbat strength, fighting across realms was easy and effortless, with no pressure at all. Opening his attribute panel, he saw a significant change! Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Beiyang Crown Prince of Tiang Immortal Dynasty Cultivation: Peak Heaven Dominion Realm Cultivation Methods: Sword Manifestation (Fourth Layer), Yang me Fire Technique (Fourth Layer) Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Physique, Innate Sword Bone Divine Abilities: Thousand Swords To Court (Fourth Layer), Heavenly Flying Immortal (Second Layer)¡­ Storage: Fire Qilin Essence Blood, Ancestral Dragon Soul Bone¡­ Viin Points: 20000 Luck Value: 150 (White) Chaotic Treasures: Immortal Sword Box, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus Luck Item: Nine Yang Divine Sword ¡°Xueni, Lianyou, we can leave now.¡± A few days had passed, who knew what the situation outside was like? Chapter 35 - Lin Qian Exits the Secret Realm, Tensions Rise Chapter 35: Lin Qi¡¯an Exits the Secret Realm, Tensions Rise Outside the secret realm. All the sects and holynds had already moved away. The Beiyang Sword Guards at the center had be the focus of everyone¡¯s attention and they were surrounded on all sides. ¡°Do these people really think they are something special? Let me go and kill my way in and out seven times!¡± A sword guard angrily suggested. ¡°Impossible, they have the advantage of numbers. Even if we charge in and kill dozens, it would still be a heavy loss.¡± The Beiyang Sword Guards were strong, but it was impossible to fight thousands of experts simultaneously and they simply couldn¡¯t kill them all. ¡°We should wait for the Crown Prince toe out and decide. If the Crown Prince orders us to kill, we will kill.¡± Within the Ziyou Holy Land and Tianchi Holy Land, there was a sense of panic among everyone. ¡°What should we do¡­ the Ziyou Saintess is still with the Crown Prince¡­¡± ¡°Don¡¯t say that, the Saintess of Tianchi is also by His Highness¡¯s side.¡± ¡°Will we be held ountable togetherter¡­¡± ¡°The Saintess of Tianchi might be fine, as she¡¯s favored by the prince, but Ziyou Saintess is not!¡± ¡°We¡¯re doomed! If we get implicated, our Ziyou Holy Land is finished¡­¡± Hundreds of elders and disciples were all trembling with fear. If they were really implicated, the power under the Nanyue Crown Prince, destroying their two holynds would be as easy as turning over a hand! They wouldn¡¯t have the slightest chance to resist. Outside, the cultivators from various sects were whispering to each other. ¡°Hey, this is not Beiyang after all, Lin Qi¡¯an can¡¯t act domineering here.¡± ¡°Exactly¡­ Two tigers cannot live on the same mountain. If he acts so tyrannically in Nanyue, he will inevitably be suppressed.¡± ¡°I¡¯m not worried about the Crown Prince¡¯s life. In the Cann Dao Domain, no sect dares to harm the son of the Sword Emperor.¡± ¡°But those apanying sword guards will probably all perish here!¡± ¡°Indeed, His Highness¡¯s reputation will also be tarnished, and his women will be taken away¡­¡± Some sects, discontent with Nanyue, wanted to support Lin Qi¡¯an. But rationally, they didn¡¯t think Lin Qi¡¯an could resolve this crisis. After all, in the Cann Dao Domain, strength reigned supreme. The group that hade now was stronger than Lin Qi¡¯an. Unless he summoned the strong ones from Tianjian City, but with a distance of thousands of miles, how could he call them over? The Holy Lord of Tiangang wasining to Zhao Sanfeng. ¡°Crown Prince, Beiyang truly disregards you and the entire Taian royal family!¡± ¡°That day, my son went to Tianchi Holy Land on royal orders and was killed by Lin Qi¡¯an! He is so brutal and overbearing, it¡¯s simply outrageous!¡± ¡°Today, he hase to oppress you. If we don¡¯t punish him severely, it will be hard to maintain authority in the future.¡± He kept fanning the mes, aiming to avenge his son¡¯s death! ¡°My Tiangang Holy Land will definitely do our utmost to assist the Crown Prince.¡± ¡°Hehe, no need to add fuel here.¡± Zhao Sanfengughed coldly with his hands behind his back: ¡°Since I am here today, I will not let Lin Qi¡¯an leave unharmed.¡± ¡°Three thousand years ago, the Sword Emperor was indeed invincible in the world.¡± ¡°But three thousand yearster, the number of Great Emperors in the Cann Dao Domain is more than double. Does he really think Beiyang can dominate the world?¡± Someone beside him sneered: ¡°I think that Beiyang Crown Prince heard the news and is hiding inside like a turtle.¡± ¡°No matter, wait for half a day. If he still doesn¡¯te out, I will destroy this secret realm.¡± Gradually, night fell. The wind rustled, and the leaves rustled. Outside Jiumang Mountain, countless lights connected into a sea of stars, resembling the starry sky. And in the sky, the light gate of the secret realm still shone and everyone was waiting for Lin Qi¡¯an. Suddenly, a ripple appeared on the light gate. ¡°Someone ising out!¡± Someone shouted, drawing all eyes to the light gate. Stepping out of the secret realm was a man dressed in white, his bearing was graceful, like a divine son in a robe of cloud brocade. It was the Beiyang Crown Prince, Lin Qi¡¯an and two stunning women stood by his side. One was elegant as a lotus, like a celestial maiden. The other wore a purple dress, equally a peerless beauty. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince!¡± ¡°It¡¯s the Beiyang Crown Prince, he¡¯s out!¡± ¡°Finally¡­ The show is about to start!¡± The entire mountain range erupted in excitement. The white-d sword guards stepped forward to greet the Crown Prince. After listening for a moment, he immediately understood the situation and looked at the richly dressed man not far ahead. ¡°Well, I didn¡¯t expect you to personallye to greet me?¡± ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince, it took you so long toe out, were you hiding?¡± Zhao Sanfeng sneered with his hands behind his back. His words were full of undisguised mockery, angering the sword guards, who were ready to draw their swords. ¡°Insulting the Crown Prince, courting death!¡± The Southern Python Guards shouted angrily: ¡°Crown Prince? In Nanyue, there is only one Crown Prince. Beiyang dares to be presumptuous?!¡± The tension between the two sides was palpable. The air was thick with the scent of gunpowder, ready to explode at any moment. Lin Qi¡¯an whispered, ¡°Aunt You, they seem to have a lot of people. What do you think?¡± A ripple appeared in the shadows, and a ck figure emerged faintly. ¡°Your Highness, they are just a bunch of rabble. I can kill them at will.¡± She was indeed the female assassin who struck fear across the Cann Dao Domain five hundred years ago. Everyone thought she had died, but they didn¡¯t know she had been subdued by the Sword Emperor. His father assigned her as his protector which was a bit of a waste of talent! ¡°Then why don¡¯t you go up and kill a few rounds, let the Nanyue Crown Prince feel the warmth of Beiyang?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and asked. ¡°At yourmand!¡± Chapter 36 - Aunt You Kills a Hundred People, Another Quasi-Saint Appears Chapter 36 Aunt You Kills a Hundred People, Another Quasi-Saint Appears The Ziyou Holy Land had already secretly sent someone to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side. He urged, ¡°Saintess, quickly follow me back!¡± Staying by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side at this time is no different from seeking death. Zi Lianyou subconsciously nced at Su Xueni, only to see her still standing calmly by the prince¡¯s side, smiling at her. ¡°Lianyou sister, you don¡¯t need to look at me. As His Highness¡¯s maid, I naturally will not leave.¡± ¡°Then I won¡¯t leave either!¡± Zi Lianyou stubbornly said, ¡°His Highness the prince has helped me, I should repay him.¡± What a girl who knows to repay kindness and enmity clearly. Seeing Lin Qi¡¯an still entangled with the two women, Zhao Sanfeng became furious. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an! This prince is giving you onest chance.¡± ¡°Bow your head and admit your mistake and hand over Su Xueni, and I may let you leave safely!¡± This was the final ultimatum. Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and said, ¡°What if I refuse?¡± ¡°Good¡­ Who is willing to fight for this prince?!¡± Zhao Sanfeng shouted. ¡°The Jiandao Holy Land is willing to serve as the vanguard!¡± ¡°The Tiangang Holy Land is willing to serve His Highness!¡± ¡°The Shenxiao Sect will not shirk from this duty!¡± In the blink of an eye, three streaks of rainbow light flew to the front of the formation, all were elders of their respective sects. Their strength was all above the Transcendent Realm! Above Heaven Dominion is Transcendent and above Transcendent is the Celestial Realm. Transcendent represents the moon, Celestial represents the sun; these two realms are also called the Sun and Moon Realms. The sects of these three people were all located in Nanyue. At this moment, they were currying favor with Zhao Sanfeng to gain the attention of the King of Nanyue, which was a profitable trade. ¡°Good, let¡¯s go together.¡± ¡°Apologies in advance!¡± The three were about to make a move when suddenly aher fluctuation appeared in front. ckher light shed, swish! The elder of the Golden de Holy Land, his head flew off his shoulders! ¡°What¡­¡± The elder of the Tiangang Holy Land hadn¡¯t finished his sentence. His heart was already pierced and shattered, blood flowing from his seven orifices! ¡°Help!¡± The elder of the Shenxiao Sect just started to escape, but suddenly a blood hole appeared in the center of his forehead. Everyone was horrified!! The entire mountain range, countless sects, the sound of gasping connected in one piece. Transcendent Realm experts, in any sect, are highly respected elders, with lifespans reaching thousands of years. But in just an instant, three of them fell¡­ ¡°Who made the move?¡± ¡°Didn¡¯t see clearly¡­¡± ¡°I was born with heavy pupils, I saw a little¡­ it seems to be a faint ck shadow!¡± ¡°Beiyang actually has such a terrifying person?!¡± ¡°This person is clearly Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s protector, it shows how much the Sword Emperor values him¡­¡± The hearts of the onlookers surged with huge waves. Instantly killing three great experts, the person who made the move must be at least at the Sovereign Realm! At the same time, they felt extremely fortunate. Luckily, it was not them who opposed Lin Qi¡¯an. Otherwise, losing an expert cultivated over a hundred years would be heart-wrenching! The sects and ns involved, wanted to cry but had no tears¡­ The sect masters and holy lords were both angry and heartbroken. They intended to show off, but now a well-respected elder-level expert was gone just like that! This Beiyang prince, so domineering, really fears no one¡­ As for the sects and holynds that were about to make a move but hadn¡¯t yet, They were so frightened that they retreated a few meters quietly. ¡°Something¡¯s wrong, everyone move back¡­¡± ¡°Although we are stronger, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s protector is too strong, we cannot act rashly.¡± Zhao Sanfeng was furious and was about to order the Southern Python Guards to suppress them. But when he turned around, this group of useless people was pretending to look around, not daring to meet his eyes. A bunch of trash! No wonder they are no match for Beiyang Sword Guards. ¡°Aunt You,e back after killing a hundred people.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said. As soon as the words fell, ck light appeared in the air. A terrifyingher light rushed into the rear at a speed invisible to the naked eye. Like a wolf into a flock of sheep. ck light shed, blood sprayed wildly and ten breathster, the ck light returned. ¡°Reporting to Your Highness, a hundred people have been killed.¡± The surrounding sects: ¡­ Looking closely, those sects that came to assist were already terrified! ¡°Said to kill a hundred people, and killed a hundred people.¡± ¡°As if entering no man¡¯snd, this is too terrifying¡­¡± ¡°I thought the Beiyang prince would be severely suppressed, but who is suppressing whom now?!¡± ¡°My heavens¡­¡± The people of Ziyou Holy Land were dumbfounded. They still underestimated the Beiyang prince, actually wanting to call the Saintess back to avoid disaster. Staying by the prince¡¯s side is the safest ce! Look at the Tianchi Holy Land, they had foresight. Su Xueni looked at this scene, her heart fluttered, admiring Lin Qi¡¯an, mixed with excitement and happiness. The one who made the move was a woman. If she stayed by the prince¡¯s side, wouldn¡¯t she be such a powerful woman in the future? Whoever she wanted to kill, she could kill. In the Three Thousand Dao Domains, strength is respected! At this moment, above the head of the Nanyue prince, Zhao Sanfeng, a slowly floating old phantom appeared. White hair and beard, immortal demeanor, wearing a wide-sleeved long robe, terrifying and majestic aura spread between heaven and earth. It made countless people involuntarily want to kneel and submit. ¡°That is¡­ the Xuan Zhendao Venerable of Nanyue!¡± ¡°It is said that he has perfected the ¡®Purple Mansion Immortal Scripture¡¯ and stayed to teach because of an old friendship with the King of Nanyue.¡± ¡°Quasi-Saint¡­ His aura covers the sky, this is the aura of a quasi-Saint!¡± ¡°My heavens, the conflict between the two princes actually brought out a quasi-Saint, this is going to be big!¡± Chapter 37 - Quasi-Saint, Blood Nether Princess! Lin Qi’an Is Not Afraid at All Chapter 37: Quasi-Saint, Blood Nether Princess! Lin Qi¡¯an Is Not Afraid at All ¡°Who dares to hide, show yourself to this lord immediately!¡± Xuan Zhendao pointed at the void, the space twisted, causing a ripple. A woman dressed in tight ck clothes finally appeared in the public¡¯s view. Her eyes were covered with a ck satin band; she was blind. But at the moment everyone saw this woman, all around, countless sect masters, holy lords, and elders, their hair stood on end, and their hearts trembled. Some even subconsciously wanted to flee from this ce. The coldness that crawled up from their spine went straight to their skulls. The disciples of the younger generation were quite confused, not knowing why everyone was so afraid of this blind woman. ¡°She¡­ she is¡­¡± ¡°The Pce Master of the Netherworld Rakshasa Pce, Blood Nether Princess!¡± Someone pointed at her, their face twisted, and their fingers kept trembling. ¡°Her phantom is formless, and her killing skills are exquisite. Five hundred years ago, she was someone everyone in the Cann Continent feared!¡± ¡°Wasn¡¯t she besieged and killed by several Sovereign Realm experts? How is she still alive¡­¡± ¡°Turns out she has been hiding in Beiyang, saved by the Sword Emperor?!¡± Five hundred years ago, mentioning the name Blood Nether Princess would make everyone shiver, and children would cry. The Netherworld Rakshasa Pce was a sect specialized in killing and had long been destroyed. The lives taken by Blood Nether Princess were not many, but every one of them was not a nobody! Holy lords, sect masters, nobles, Taoist pce ancestors, Buddhist monks¡­ No one targeted by her ever escaped. Lin Qi¡¯an was somewhat speechless. Just one Aunt You scared you all like this? The Saints of Beiyang could gather for a game of Werewolf and they had enough Great Emperors to y Mahjong. (TL: The werewolf game is referring to you know the werewolf and viger game? It¡¯s like Murder Mystery and the Mahjong part basically it¡¯s just saying they have a lot of powerhouse.) But those people are too old. Father said Aunt You was younger and knew how to take care of children, so he chose her. ¡°Blood Nether Princess, it¡¯s you! Five hundred years ago, you were merely in the Sovereign Realm, and you dare to act arrogant in front of this lord!¡± Xuan Zhendao pointed again. The space tore, leaving a turbulent white trail. Could the power of a single finger really pierce through the heavens and earth? Is this the strength of a quasi-Saint? Truly intimidating¡­ Facing this finger¡¯s power, Blood Nether Princess merely gave a nce. Her gaze burst with tangible killing intent. Two terrifying energies collided in mid-air, creating a stormy airflow and shaking the mountains! ¡°A quasi-Saint too?!¡± Xuan Zhendao¡¯s pupils shrank. He never expected that the other party had also advanced to the quasi-Saint Realm. And she was slightly stronger than him¡­ ¡°Xuan Zhendao, do not deceive yourself.¡± Aunt You¡¯s tone was calm but carried a bone-chilling killing intent. At this moment, Xuan Zhendao also knew that if it came to a life-and-death fight, he was no match for her. Those who grow in endless ughter havebat strength far superior to others. ¡°What¡¯s wrong¡­ why is the quasi-Saint from Nanyue not speaking?¡± ¡°Is he scared?¡± ¡°No way¡­ both are quasi-Saints, being scared by a word is too embarrassing!¡± ¡°Look at his changing expression, clearly he¡¯s in a dilemma¡­¡± As a quasi-Saint, how could Xuan Zhendaonot hear these whispers? He was furious inside but couldn¡¯t say anything. ¡°Blood Nether Princess, though I can¡¯t defeat you, I can hold you off. If we fight, can you still protect your prince?¡± In the end, he used the advantage of numbers to counterattack. Yes, if the two quasi-Saints truly fought, Aunt You would be unable to protect Lin Qi¡¯an. Relying solely on the Sword Guards to resist Zhao Sanfeng¡¯s numerous sects was impossible! ¡°This is bad¡­ The other side has the advantage in numbers.¡± ¡°Blood Nether Princess wouldn¡¯t dare act rashly. Only she can protect the prince.¡± Zhao Sanfeng angrily said, ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, today we can give Beiyang some face and let you leave safely.¡± ¡°But your Sword Guards, who killed hundreds of our Southern Python Guards, must all stay behind to be buried. Not one can escape!¡± ¡°Oh, is that so?¡± ¡°Your Highness, don¡¯t worry, we will protect ourselves.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an ignored them, stepping forward alone to face Zhao Sanfeng and the thousands of cultivators. ¡°Today, this prince will y a game with you all. Each sect, choose a genius to fight against this prince.¡± ¡°If you win, you¡¯ll be rewarded with a Heaven-rank technique! If you lose, leave your life behind.¡± The task requires killing ten geniuses, which could bepleted here. These sects are all helping Nanyue; killing them carries no psychological burden. ¡°Heaven-rank technique¡­¡± ¡°Damn, the prince is too generous!¡± ¡°The highest technique in our holynd is only Earth-rank¡­¡± ¡°Hehe, our sect doesn¡¯t even have a high-grade Mystic-rank.¡± Upon hearing these words, everyone was in an uproar, admiring Beiyang¡¯s deep foundation. ¡°Haha, Lin Qi¡¯an, haven¡¯t you figured out the situation?¡± Zhao Sanfengughed, ¡°Why should we gamble with you?¡± ¡°Good question! Because I can destroy your sect with just one word, is that reason enough?¡± As the words fell, a burst ofughter erupted. ¡°Hahaha, you may be powerful in Beiyang, but this is Nanyue! How can you destroy a sect in Nanyue with just one word?¡± (TL: By the way don¡¯t worry this is the only face pping scene after this chapter he is no longer underestimated in the rest of the novel.) Chapter 38 - Transmit the Prince’s Sword Order, Destroy Tiangang Holy Land! Chapter 38: Transmit the Prince¡¯s Sword Order, Destroy Tiangang Holy Land! Everyone was puzzled; why? Who wouldn¡¯t think he was boasting? He, Beiyang, is indeed powerful, but Beiyang is millions of miles away. This kind of boasting is just too much. The final oue might indeed be the Beiyang Sword Guards being killed and the prince leaving in disgrace. However, Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t care what they thought and started calling names. ¡°The first one, let¡¯s choose your Tiangang Holy Land.¡± The Holy Lord of Tiangang was furious, his face red with anger as he scolded, ¡°My son has already been killed by you. Where is there any genius left!¡± ¡°This prince doesn¡¯t care, you have ten breaths to choose, if you can¡¯t, Tiangang Holy Land will be destroyed.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said in the most rxed tone, speaking words that made their spines chill. ¡°Heh, I want to see how the prince will destroy my Tiangang Holy Land!¡± ¡°Not only him who want to see it, I want to see it too, haha.¡± Zhao Sanfengughed. In his eyes, Lin Qi¡¯an at this moment was like a jumping clown. Unable to win in an open fight, he was trying to entertain the crowd to dy time. Blood Nether Princess was already being watched by Xuan Zhendao, and there were no other strong fighters by his side. Who really believed he could do it? ¡°The ten breaths are up.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sighed, ¡°Tiangang Holy Land, can be destroyed.¡± ¡°The Prince of Beiyang speaks sharply, destroying a Holy Land with just words. It¡¯s an eye-opener!¡± ¡°Hahaha, everyone, don¡¯t mock the prince, lest you implicate your own sect!¡± Sarcasticughter came from the front. Obviously, no one took Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s words seriously. This is Nanyue¡¯s territory; why would Beiyang have any say here? Destroy with a word? I can also destroy your Beiyang Tianjian City with a word! Even Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou didn¡¯t understand what the prince was thinking¡­ If he couldn¡¯t do it, he might really have to pay the price today. ¡°Sword Guards, heed my order!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s voice suddenly grew louder, echoing through the sky! The surroundings immediately fell silent, everyone wanted to see what else the prince could do. ¡°Here!¡± The white-d Sword Guards answered in unison. ¡°Transmit the prince¡¯s sword order, destroy Tiangang Holy Land.¡± ¡°At yourmand!¡± One person loudly repeated, ¡°Transmit the prince¡¯s sword order, destroy Tiangang Holy Land!¡± The Sword Guards raised their long swords in unison, pointing them to the sky. Dozens of dazzling white lights shot straight into the clouds. Up to three thousand miles! In the white light, sword energy formed ninerge characters: ¡¾Transmit the prince¡¯s sword order, destroy Tiangang Holy Land¡¿ Seeing this scene, most people present were confused. ¡°What is this supposed to do?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t understand¡­¡± But those knowledgeable old monsters suddenly trembled all over, their pupils dted. ¡°Beiyang Sword Order¡­ He actually used the Beiyang Sword Order!!¡± ¡°What on earth is that?¡± As a young man, Zhao Sanfeng didn¡¯t understand either. Xuan Zhendao murmured, ¡°The Beiyang Sword Order¡­ is a special transmission method of Beiyang.¡± ¡°It writes words with sword energy in the heavens and earth to send the message back to Beiyang.¡± ¡°It cannot be used except in major crises.¡± ¡°The Sword Order has not been used for three thousand years¡­¡± Even with these old veterans exining, many still didn¡¯t understand what the Sword Order was. They just looked at the sky, full of confusion. Suddenly, a hundred miles away, another beam of white light shot into the sky! Written on it were the exact same words! ¡¾Transmit the prince¡¯s sword order, destroy Tiangang Holy Land¡¿ Exactly a hundred miles away, there was a disciple of Tianjian City. He was fighting and training against a demonic beast. Seeing the Sword Order in the sky, he hurriedly escaped and pointed his sword to the sky, emitting sword energy. At this moment! Everyone seemed to understand how this Sword Order worked. Using one person after another to transmit the message back to Beiyang¡­ A terrifying chill rose. A great fear enveloped everyone present. A thousand miles away a Sword Guard was returning to his hometown, shopping at the night market with his son. Seeing the white light in the sky, he hurriedly said, ¡°Son, stay here and don¡¯t move, Dad will be right back.¡± Five thousand miles away another Sword Guard was entangled with a woman in a brothel. Suddenly, through the half-open window, he saw the white light in the sky. He immediately stopped moving! ¡°Young master, why did you suddenly stop¡­ Are you ying with me¡­¡± ¡°Don¡¯t shout, I have something to do, we¡¯ll continueter!¡± Ten thousand miles away, in the forest. A Sword Guard was fighting an enemy, already having a great advantage. Risking injury, he pointed his sword to the sky and wrote tenrge characters. ¡¾Transmit the prince¡¯s sword order, destroy Tiangang Holy Land¡¿ Countless cultivators saw this message¡­ They all stopped to watch, with waves of shock in their hearts. An old master living in seclusion in the deep mountains: ¡°Is Tiangang Holy Land insane? Provoking Beiyang?¡± An old ancestor of a Taoist pce watching the stars: ¡°The Sword Order has been used¡­ Tiangang Holy Land is done for.¡± In Tai¡¯an Imperial City, a Great Emperor suddenly opened his eyes: ¡°Amazing, daring to provoke the Sword Emperor¡¯s precious son! Are people today so fearless?¡± Tonight, the Cann Dao Domain was destined to be restless. One after another, beams of white light spanned half the Dao Domain. Transmitting back to Beiyang, TianjianCity! Chapter 39 - The Sword Order Returns, Everyone is Terrified! Chapter 39: The Sword Order Returns, Everyone is Terrified! Beiyang, Tianjian City! At the city gate, a guard saw the distant sword energy rising to the sky and quickly flew up. ¡°It¡¯s the Sword Order! The prince orders the destruction of Tiangang Holy Land!¡± Naturally, above the city, the Sword Emperor also saw this message. Rubbing his temples, his voice thundered in the sky, ¡°Send someone fast to destroy that damn Tiangang Holy Land.¡± ¡°Shen Fengzi is willing to serve the Sword Emperor!¡± A rainbow light shot out from the city, almost instantly disappearing into the horizon, moving so fast it was nearly invisible to the naked eye. The disciples of Tiangang Holy Land had no idea that a Saint, whose every move could change the heavens and earth, was about to give them a big surprise. ¡­¡­.. Jiumang Mountain Range. Everyone stared at Lin Qi¡¯an with disbelief. This so-called Sword Order actually relied on beams of light to send the message to distant Beiyang? If that was true, it was too domineering! If the Sword Emperor received this message, destroying Tiangang Holy Land would be as easy as flipping a hand? ¡°It seems we underestimated the prince¡­ no, the Emperor¡¯s son! Both are princes, but this Beiyang prince is the son of a Great Emperor. The difference in foundation is clear.¡± ¡°A single Sword Order can destroy any sect in the world¡­ Such domineering power truly makes one¡¯s heart tremble!¡± Those watching from the sects were shocked and relieved they didn¡¯t oppose the prince. As mere spectators, they felt no psychological pressure. Besides, they never liked Nanyue monopolizing the secret realm. Normally, they wouldn¡¯t dare resist, but now that the Beiyang prince was here, Nanyue hit a hard wall. The members of Ziyou Holy Land were thrilled, staring in admiration at the white-robed figure. ¡°Thank goodness our Saintess is on the prince¡¯s side! Indeed, having a renowned Saintess in the sect is important!¡± ¡°Look at Tianchi Holy Land, they¡¯ve risen overnight because of it!¡± Tianchi Holy Land was now attracting envious nces, with some sects even quietly sending people to curry favor. In the future, whenever Tianchi Holy Land speaks, the first thing they¡¯d say would probably be: ¡®Our Tianchi Saintess is the personal maid of the Beiyang prince.¡¯ This statement alone would earn them respect! And if they didn¡¯t get it, they could angrily say: ¡®Do you look down on maids? Or Beiyang itself?¡¯ Their opponent would immediately back down. Meanwhile, countless sects and holynds secretly decided to make their Holy Lords and Sect Masters have more daughters¡­ Maybe in twenty years, one might catch the prince¡¯s eye? After all, this prince might not be like the Sword Emperor, who loved only one woman all his life. Everyone had a chance¡­ The spectators felt rxed, but those opposing Beiyang felt entirely different! The Holy Lord of Tiangang was pale, feeling as if he had a bone stuck in his throat, trembling all over. A great fear enveloped him. Perhaps, once he returns, Tiangang Holy Land would be in ruins. A thousand years of foundation, destroyed in an instant! ¡°Prince¡­ I was wrong! Please, show mercy!¡± The Holy Lord of Tiangang, a powerful Dao Transformation Realm expert, kneeled from a distance, begging a young man. This scene made many people shake their heads. If he had known this, why did he act so rashly? Losing his son should have been enough; seeking revenge brought the whole holynd to ruin. The most distressed was Zhao Sanfeng, the prince of Nanyue. He stammered and couldn¡¯t speak. After this scene, did he still dare act against Lin Qi¡¯an? No. If he did, the next Sword Order might tten Nanyue! His Southern Python Guards, who were shivering, had lost their earlier arrogance. ¡°The Sword Order is issued and cannot be revoked.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s face was indifferent. Behind Zhao Sanfeng, a Holy Lord clutched his chest, ¡°Your Highness, my old injury has red up, I need to return to recuperate.¡± ¡°Your Highness, I just remembered today is the old ancestor¡¯s birthday, I must leave first!¡± ¡°Oh no, I suddenly remembered there are many unresolved matters in the sect, we must leave now.¡± ¡°My mother passed away, today is the seventh day, I must go back. Sorry, Your Highness.¡± The sects that came in force to seek justice were now filled with the desire to retreat. Adaptability is the key to survival. But the next moment, a voice stopped them. ¡°Did this prince allow you to leave? Whoever leaves now will be the next Tiangang Holy Land!¡± This caused everyone to be terrified. They hadn¡¯t expected that even trying to leave wasn¡¯t an option. This Beiyang prince was outrageously domineering¡­ Too afraid to speak, they had to stay. ¡°The game continues. Next, Tianchan Holy Land.¡± Chapter 40 - The Geniuses Forced to Battle, The Prince is Too Arrogant! Chapter 40: The Geniuses Forced to Battle, The Prince is Too Arrogant! ¡°Next, Tianchan Holy Land.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s voice, like a judgment descending, made everyone in Tianchan Holy Land shiver. ¡°Send someone to fight, or let Tianchan Holy Land disappear, you can choose. The usual rule, ten breaths.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled slightly. ¡°No! We¡¯ll send someone to fight, send someone to fight!¡± Who would dare let Lin Qi¡¯an count to ten? Everyone knew, once he finished counting ten the next count would be one. If they responded slowly, Tianchan Holy Land would be gone! ¡°Tianchan Holy Son, quickly go out and fight.¡± ¡°Elder¡­ I¡­ I don¡¯t want to go!¡± If he died, he had to leave his life behind. The Holy Son was trembling with fear, his face pale. ¡°Don¡¯t talk nonsense, if you win against the prince, you get a Heaven-rank technique. If you lose, you just start over!¡± Thus, the Tianchan Holy Son was pushed out. He was also a Heaven Ascendant Realm genius, but at this moment, he was as scared as a little chick, which was quite pitiful. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, this prince will find you somepanions. Next, Longxu Dao Pce.¡± ¡°Ten¡­¡± ¡°Fight! Longxu Dao Pce will fight!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an barely said ten before getting a response and the efficiency was quite high. ¡°Jiandao Holy Land?¡± ¡°Coming!¡± Soon, dozens of holynds sent out their most treasured geniuses. Normally, they were saints and geniuses admired by thousands. Among them were Heaven Dominion Realm experts, even two Transcendent Realm experts, all long-famous young talents. But today, they only received looks of pity. Facing the Beiyang prince, they were truly unlucky¡­ ¡°But what does the prince n to do with them? There are Transcendent Realm experts among them.¡± ¡°Yeah, is he going to fight them one by one? A battle of attrition?¡± ¡°That¡¯s too unfair to the prince, who can handle that!¡± ¡°Even if the prince is strong, he can¡¯t fight dozens of rounds in a row, let alone against higher realms.¡± ¡®This people should be enough, right?¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an pondered. Killing all these heavenly geniuses shouldplete the viin task requiring ten heads. Their blood would perfectly consecrate the lotus, very fitting. ¡°Let¡¯s do this, this prince won¡¯t bully you. In the first round, anyone below Heaven Dominion Realm,e up together.¡± ¡°In the second round, those above Heaven Dominion Realm,e up together.¡± Hearing the prince¡¯s ¡°game¡± rules all the sects and holynds, tens of thousands in the mountains, eximed in disbelief. Is this even human speech? They had heard of the prince¡¯s legend of shing thousands with ten thousand swords. But couldst timepare to this time? Standing before them were the rarest talents from countless sects and holynds, not street cabbages! And he wanted them toe up together! ¡°Crazy¡­ the prince is really crazy¡­ I can¡¯t even imagine how this can be fought, how can this be fought?!¡± ¡°I thought one by one in a battle of attrition was already bullying the prince, but he wants them toe up together?¡± ¡°The key point is, the prince is only at the peak of Heaven Dominion Realm!¡± (TL: He was Heaven Ascendant but after killing the son of luck his cultivation increased if anyone missed.) ¡°ying this big, won¡¯t he overdo it¡­¡± Not only did the onlookers not believe it. Even Tianchi Holy Land and Ziyou Holy Land were worried for Lin Qi¡¯an. If he lost, though his life wouldn¡¯t be in danger, today¡¯s established prestige would be a joke! The damage to Beiyang¡¯s reputation would be huge! ¡°Haha, the prince is domineering.¡± ¡°Go, prince, we cheer for you!¡± The white-d Sword Guards were all boiling with blood, raising their swords and shouting. They thought traveling with the prince would be boring. Unexpectedly, it was this thrilling! First, they made the Southern Python Guards flee in panic, then issued the Sword Order against thousands. These deeds alone, bragging about them back in Beiyang, would make the city guards envy them to death. Those guards could never experience this feeling! Beiyang was too powerful; who dared to cause trouble at their doorstep? It was boring every day. Following the prince was full of twists and turns, always showing Beiyang¡¯s might. So worth it! Su Xueni softly said, ¡°Be careful, Your Highness, don¡¯t get hurt.¡± She then retreated to the back with Zi Lianyou to watch the battle. The geniuses¡¯ faces were extremely ugly and they felt humiliated. Who here wasn¡¯t raised under the admiration of countless people? Each one had unparalleled talent, hoping to revive their sect! But before the prince, they were like grass, worthless. ¡°Since the prince demands it, we will fight.¡± The heavenly geniuses took out their spiritual treasures and divine weapons, and for a moment, the area was filled with brilliant light. An overwhelming sense of terrifying spiritual energy followed. ¡°Everyone, be careful. Don¡¯t injure the prince¡¯s precious body!¡± Chapter 41 - Heavenly Flying Sword, Simultaneously Controlling Two Holy Weapons? Chapter 41: Heavenly Flying Sword, Simultaneously Controlling Two Holy Weapons? ¡°Go!¡± The heavenly geniusesunched their attacks. Beams of radiant light shot across the sky, fiery meteors streaked through, filling the night with divine might. Since it was a duel, a bet among countless sects, even if they injured the prince, it would be his own fault, not others¡¯. So they didn¡¯t hold back, attacking with full force right from the start. ¡°Very good, perfect for trying a new move.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood calmly in the air, his expression unchanged, unmoving like a mountain. Whoosh! Whoosh! Two swords flew out, constantly circling Lin Qi¡¯an, forming a protective barrier. Divine Sword Technique ¡ª Heavenly Flying Immortal! Simultaneously controlling two weapons. The Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword. The Nine Suns Divine Sword. With these two swords circling and protecting him, all iing spells and divine powers were scattered. The white-robed prince stood amidst thousands of rays of light, his ck hair flowing, without a single scratch. ¡°My heavens¡­ he¡¯s so handsome!¡± ¡°The prince really is like a god descended to earth¡­¡± Many girls were infatuated, their eyes dreamy, cheeks flushed. Unlike these spectators, those who truly understood the battle were all shocked. ¡°Divine weapons! That aura must be divine weapons! The prince is controlling two holy weapons at once?!¡± ¡°Is he insane? Are divine weapons easy toe by¡­¡± Ordinary cultivators would be thrilled to have an Earth-rank weapon. Even the sect geniuses were lucky to get a Heaven-rank weapon, already considered extraordinary. As for sacred weapons, only saints from major sects might have them. The quality of one¡¯s weapon determined theirbat strength. With a sacred weapon, one could fight opponents several minor realms stronger. And above sacred weapons were divine weapons. Holding a divine weapon, one could fight opponents half a major realm higher. These were sect treasures, revered and seldom used. Yet the prince wielded two divine weapons¡­ Countless people were envious, their hearts burning, fists clenched. Beiyang¡¯s foundation was terrifying! ¡°Wait, why can the prince control two swords at once?¡± The white-d Sword Guards were puzzled, scratching their heads. One cultivates one sword to reach the peak of swordsmanship; that sword bes their life sword, their life tied to it. But the prince controlled these two swords effortlessly, like an extension of his own arms? It didn¡¯t make sense! Controlling one divine weapon drained immense mental strength, something ordinary people couldn¡¯t withstand! If outsiders asked: how is your prince so powerful? The Sword Guards would likely answer: don¡¯t ask us, we don¡¯t know either¡­ ¡°Everyone, if we hold back, we die!¡± The heavenly geniuses panicked. The prince¡¯s strength far exceeded their expectations. Some began using their life-saving secret techniques, others spat blood to refine their weapons, all using their trump cards. But these tricks were nothing before divine weapons. A monstrous golden me burst from the Nine Yang Divine Sword! The overwhelming Nine Yang Divine Fire covered Lin Qi¡¯an, burning everything! ¡°My weapon!¡± ¡°Impossible!¡± Those treasured weapons, formidable to ordinary people, met their match. The Nine Yang¡¯s Divine Fire was among the finest of all mes, its destructive power unmatched. Many weapons turned to ash in the mes. The slightly better ones barely escaped but were heavily damaged. With their weapons damaged, the geniuses suffered bacsh, spitting blood. Ling Yu watched, her heart surging with emotion! She had initially said she was going to sleep because her former master, Ling Tian, had died. She had some reservations about her new master. But now, seeing the prince¡¯s mastery of fire far surpassed Ling Tian¡¯s, she realized this was the true power of the Nine Suns Divine Fire! Only the prince could fully unleash its power¡­ ¡°We can¡¯t waste this blood.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an quickly sent out the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword. It flew around, collecting the blood of the geniuses on its de. Those who hadn¡¯t bled were cut to make them bleed. Returning, he carefully stored the blood in a porcin bottle to activate the Blood Lotuster. With this done, there were no more worries. Now, he could start killing! The Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword zipped through the night sky, leaving countless white streaks. It sliced through like a meteor chasing the moon. People heard only the continuous screams of the heavenly geniuses. Soon, the battle was over. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s white robe remained spotless, his demeanor elegant, his aura otherworldly. In front of him, not a single person was left alive. Chapter 42 - Rewards Received! Remember to Sit at the Kids’ Table in the Future Chapter 42: Rewards Received! Remember to Sit at the Kids¡¯ Table in the Future ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host forpleting the task, a major massacre¡¿ ¡¾Reward received: three drops of Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood¡¿ The task was sessfullypleted, and the rewards arrived. Lin Qi¡¯an extended his hand, and the two divine weapons returned, re-entering the sword box. ¡°The geniuses of dozens of sects and holynds, just¡­ just died like this?¡± ¡°Sorry, I still underestimated the prince. Suchbat power can only be described as terrifying!¡± In the Jiumang Mountain Range, the stunned cultivators eximed in waves of astonishment. The Beiyang prince had never had any illustrious achievements before. Everyone¡¯s respect and fear of him came from the Sword Emperor! But in this period, Lin Qi¡¯an had made two moves. The first time, he borrowed ten thousand swords to sh a thousand people, making his name known far and wide. The second time, he used two divine weapons to fight dozens of geniuses, an astonishing feat! ¡°I¡¯mpletely convinced by the prince¡­¡± ¡°Perfect in appearance, noble in status, with extraordinary courage and strength, who wouldn¡¯t be convinced!¡± ¡°I¡¯m so envious of the Tianchi Saintess, sigh!¡± As for those sects and holynds that lost their geniuses, they were all heartbroken. A perfectly good genius just died so meaninglessly, without any value, all bing the prince¡¯s backdrop. However, amid their grief, they also knew that in their misfortune, they were lucky it was only one person who died! Tiangang Holy Land was the unluckiest, angering the prince for no reason. One sword order, and their home was gone! Who could theyin to? This battle not only shocked the ordinary cultivators but also the two quasi-saints. Xuan Zhendao never expected that the Sword Emperor¡¯s son would be even more arrogant and stronger than the Sword Emperor himself. Aunt You was even more amazed, as she had watched Lin Qi¡¯an grow up. This boy wasn¡¯t this powerful before. How did he change so much in such a short time? Now, there was no need to protect him. ¡°Your Highness, please spare us!¡± ¡°Please spare us, Your Highness, we were the ones who offended you!¡± Don¡¯t forget, among those geniuses, there were two Transcendent Realm experts. Before the battle, they thought Lin Qi¡¯an was just pretending and felt quite disdainful. But now? What use is being a higher realm? Simultaneously controlling two divine weapons and wielding unparalleled divine me, he was unstoppable! The two of them knelt immediately, not wanting to die. ¡°Fine, this prince is reasonable. Have your sects and holynds tribute thirty percent of their resources to Beiyang, and this matter will be settled.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an waved his hand. The two were overjoyed. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for your great mercy!¡± ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for sparing us!¡± Although the sects behind them felt a pinch, they were relieved knowing their geniuses were spared and still had hope for aeback. Thirty percent of their resources were a small price to pay. ¡°Bncing grace and power, the prince is quite skilled!¡± ¡°Those people must be regretting it deeply, haha.¡± ¡°They thought they could throw their weight around with Zhao Sanfeng, but they suffered heavy losses instead.¡± After this ordeal, the sects and holynds quickly retreated, not daring to stay a second longer. If they annoyed the prince again and received another sword order, they¡¯d have nowhere to cry. The sects behind Zhao Sanfeng retreated entirely. The once grand crowd dwindled to his Southern Python Guards alone, a stark contrast on Nanyue¡¯s territory. The onlookers secretlyughed. Zhao Sanfeng had been imposing in Nanyue all his life, but today he was humiliated by an outsider, his face as dark as if he had eaten excrement! It was too amusing! ¡°Zhao Sanfeng, I heard you came to capture Su Xueni?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled, pulling Su Xueni into his arms. ¡°Still want to capture her? I¡¯ll wait for you.¡± ¡°Your Highness, you¡¯re so annoying¡­¡± Su Xueni¡¯s eyes shed with reproach, her face blushing, but she didn¡¯t resist, enjoying the feeling. To others, it must seem she was the prince¡¯s woman, not just a maid. ¡°Fine, Lin Qi¡¯an, you¡¯re impressive.¡± Zhao Sanfeng swallowed and waved his hand. ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± ¡°Wait, Zhao Sanfeng! I haven¡¯t bid you farewell.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled. ¡°What¡­ do you want?¡± Being stared at by Lin Qi¡¯an, Zhao Sanfeng felt a chill, but with Xuan Zhendao by his side, he still had some confidence. ¡°Two things. First, don¡¯t call yourself ¡®prince¡¯ in front of this prince. I don¡¯t like it.¡± Zhao Sanfeng: ¡­ What a domineering demand. ¡°Second, at future banquets, remember to sit at the kids¡¯ table.¡± ¡°Hahahahaha!¡± The mountains echoed withughter. Zhao Sanfeng¡¯s chest tightened, nearly spitting blood. ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± Chapter 43 - Obtaining the Villain’s Divine Eye! Activating the Blood Heart Lotus Chapter 43: Obtaining the Viin¡¯s Divine Eye! Activating the Blood Heart Lotus ¡¾Ding! The host is heinous, feared by countless people, viin points +80000¡¿ This was the system¡¯sprehensive evaluation after a series of actions. It included destroying a holynd, killing dozens of heavenly geniuses, and intimidating countless people. He had earned a big wave of points! Viin points directly reached 100000. ¡¾Ding! Due to the host¡¯s excellent performance on the viin path, you have obtained: Heavenly Fate Viin¡¯s Divine Eye¡¿ ¡¾Effect: Upon activation, anyone who meets your gaze will be suppressed by your aura, and you can directly observe the son of luck within range¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an immediately tried it and ayer of ethereal golden aura covered his pupils. With a nce, he saw Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou, both daughters of luck. ¡®Oh?¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an noticed a line of small text immediately appearing. ¡¾Su Xueni, Hostility: 0¡¿ ¡¾Zi Lianyou, Hostility: 0¡¿ Through this, he could directly see whether they had any hostility towards him! Not only that, he could see through others without any obstruction. This meant that even if they were far away, he could instantly see what they were doing, without searching aimlessly. Very reasonable! ¡°What are your ns now, Your Highness?¡± Su Xueni asked. ¡°First, we return to Tianchi Holy Land to rest.¡± At present, Lin Qi¡¯an nned to first look at the ancient treasure, the Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus. After studying it, he would take Su Xueni back to Beiyang Tianjian City to see his family. His little sister was probably missing him terribly! He would also take some yin-cold treasures from the treasure vault to assist Su Xueni in her cultivation. Once she cultivated the Cold Jade Physique, they could dual cultivate, which would be the moment he breaks through to the Transcendent Realm! With the n set, Lin Qi¡¯an called Su Xueni into the carriage to depart. Zi Lianyou stepped forward, her eyes filled with reluctance, but she was not a maid. She thought she would find an excuse to visit Tianchi Holy Landter. ¡°Farewell, Your Highness!¡± ¡°Farewell, Your Highness!¡± The dragon soared, the white-d Sword Guards cleared the way, and the golden carriage set off. Behind them, countless sects and holynds saw them off. Su Xueni slightly lifted the curtain, seeing the crowd bowing their heads, her heart fluttered, her beautiful eyes shining. To enjoy such treatment with His Highness, how could she just be a maid! Even a principal wife would not be treated better. Although Su Xueni was ranked second on the list of peerless beauties, that was only in terms of appearance and temperament. In terms of status and position, she was far inferior to the princess of the Tai¡¯an royal family and she had never dared to hope topare. But now, it was different. Apanying the prince, didn¡¯t she have the world within her grasp? In the future, the prince¡¯s women might increase, like the scheming Zi Lianyou¡­ She had to learn all ways to please His Highness. She also needed to learn skills to suppress other women and consolidate her position as the principal wife. Yes, she would ask those experienced women in the holynd for advice! ¡­¡­¡­. Tianchi Holy Land. In the bedchamber, Lin Qi¡¯an ordered the Sword Guards to guard outside and not let anyone in. He took out the Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus and ced it on the table. The petals were withered, lifeless, looking like a dead object. Next, he took out the porcin bottle containing the blood of the geniuses and slowly dripped it onto the petals. Instantly! Vibrant life emerged. The withered seven-petal flower revived as if bathed in spring, but its color was not ordinary; it was a bewitching blood-red, possessing a captivating beauty. ording to records, one must drop their own blood into the heart of the lotus to control it. Lin Qi¡¯an immediately did so, dropping a drop of his blood. In a sh, a surge of blood energy burst forth. It wasn¡¯t that simple! The lotus seemed to be a battlefield. The blood of those geniuses was fighting each other! If his blood couldn¡¯t suppress the others, he wouldn¡¯t gain control! But Lin Qi¡¯an had the Dragon Yang Dao Physique and a innate sword bone. In terms of physique, no one couldpare. In moments, his blood subdued the others, gaining dominance. Simultaneously, his mind connected with the Blood Lotus. ¡°Open!¡± Space twisted and rippled, and Lin Qi¡¯an disappeared. He was absorbed into the Blood Lotus space and when he opened his eyes, it was a different scene. Above was a wless blue sky, below was green grass, surrounded by trees, flowers, and the sound of clear springs. A true paradise! Since ancient times, spatial secret arts and divine powers were terrifying and taboo. Rted spiritual treasures were extremely rare. This Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus formed its own small world, where he could do anything and he could also bring others in. If he entered the Blood Lotus space, the lotus would follow, making it a perfect tool for escape and hiding! Bringing a girl here for some fun was also very convenient¡­ Tomorrow he could bring Su Xueni in; she would love it. Chapter 45 - Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram Chapter 45: Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram ¡®Oh? A luck treasure chest was also rewarded! Not bad, not bad, having these maidservants was truly worth it.¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an was in a particrly good mood. ¡°Alright, you two can go in and y. Just call me when you want toe out.¡± ¡°Thank you, Your Highness!¡± Activating the Blood Lotus, he brought the two women into the space and immediately prepared to open the luck treasure chest. Su Xueni was a Daughter of Gold Luck, and Zi Lianyou was a Daughter of Purple Luck. With thebined luck of these two, the rewards from the chest would surely not be disappointing! ¡¾Congrattions, Host! You have obtained the Chaos Treasure ¡°Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram¡±¡¿ Another Chaos Treasure! But judging by the name, it didn¡¯t seem to be something he could use. Lin Qi¡¯an immediately took it out for a closer look. The so-called Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram waspletely nk, only showing a vague mist. Fortunately, since it was a gift from the system, he could instantly see its effects. ¡¾Only for women: Drip a drop of blood onto it to add your own portrait. The person in the painting will have their life and death controlled by the host, and they can also obtain great opportunities of the Dao¡¿ The Dao! Seeing this term, even Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but have his pupils contract. The term ¡°Dao¡± was usually associated with Great Emperors. Everyone knew there were three ways to be an Emperor: One could either walk their own path of the Dao, obtain the inheritance of a Great Emperor, or kill an Emperor to prove the Dao! And the women who enters this Goddess Diagram could actually obtain opportunities of the Dao? Wouldn¡¯t that mean they could be Empresses? A vision suddenly shed through Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind. With a wave of his hand, several Empresses would rise into the sky beside him¡ªwhat a delightful thought. However, it was only an opportunity, and whether they could be Empresses would depend on their own abilities. Lin Qi¡¯an set a requirement for himself. Anyone who wanted to be added to the Goddess Diagram had to be his woman first¡ªno benefits to outsiders. For now, he decided to keep this treasure. ¡­¡­.. Inside the Lotus World. Zi Lianyou was exuberant, bouncing around like an ordinary little girl. Now, she was the maidservant of His Highness the Prince and could stay by his side in the future! ¡°Lianyou, you¡¯ve just be the Prince¡¯s maidservant and might not know all the rules. Let me teach you.¡± ¡°Mm?¡± Zi Lianyou looked at Su Xueni earnestly, ¡°Please, Sister Xueni, teach me!¡± ¡°First of all, you¡¯re too big.¡± Su Xueni nced at the girl¡¯s chest. ¡°Huh?¡± ¡°His Highness doesn¡¯t like them too big; it makes him dizzy.¡± ¡°Really?!¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s face flushed with embarrassment as she covered her chest, feeling somewhat guilty. ¡°Also, His Highness is a gentleman and doesn¡¯t like women acting flirtatiously in front of him. Just serve him diligently.¡± ¡°I would never act flirtatiously!¡± Zi Lianyou retorted loudly. ¡°Lastly, every day when you see me, you need to greet me properly. This applies to you and any future maidservants as well.¡± Su Xueni spoke seriously, as if these were actual rules. ¡°Oh, I understand.¡± Seeing Zi Lianyou being so obedient, Su Xueni finally smiled. ¡­¡­¡­ Several days passed in the blink of an eye. Lin Qi¡¯an did not n to stay longer and prepared to return to Beiyang. In the morning, after being served by his two maidservants, he finished washing and dressing. Lin Qi¡¯an asked with a smile, ¡°Xueni, will you feel reluctant to leave the Holy Land of Tianchi?¡± Su Xueni smiled, her beauty unparalleled, ¡°As long as I¡¯m with Your Highness, I¡¯m willing to go anywhere.¡± ¡°Me too!¡± Zi Lianyou quickly added. ¡°Let¡¯s set off.¡± He brought the two maidservants onto the chariot. A dragon pulled the chariot, soaring into the sky! Everyone in the Holy Land of Tianchi came out to see the Prince off. ¡°Xueni, make sure to serve His Highness well.¡± ¡°If you can turn from a maidservant into a wife or concubine, our Holy Land of Tianchi will surely prosper!¡± Everyone had high hopes for Su Xueni. After all, she was the first woman by the Prince¡¯s side, and the hope was great. ¡°I wonder what the Prince¡¯s fianc¨¦e will think about this?¡± ¡°Indeed, it¡¯s a problem. She is the daughter of the Tai¡¯an Imperial Family, with better looks, status, and cultivation than the Saintess!¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry. With the Prince around, the Saintess won¡¯t be wronged.¡± ¡°And if the Prince truly liked that Imperial Princess, why hasn¡¯t he visited Tai¡¯an City despite being engaged for years?¡± ¡­¡­¡­. Not long after setting off, Lin Qi¡¯an received a new viin mission. ¡¾Ding! Received mission ¡°Ferocious Beast Pulls the Chariot¡±: The host must subdue a Primordial Ferocious Beast of the Transcendent Realm to pull the chariot, showcasing the viin¡¯s grandeur¡¿ ¡¾Reward: Beast-Control Spirit Pot, which can be used to store any beast subdued by the host¡¿ This reward wasn¡¯t bad¡ªit could store any beast like a piggy bank! When needed, just take it out for a walk. As expected, the Prince¡¯s chariot-pulling beast had to be extraordinary, different from others. As a major viin, he couldn¡¯t lose his prestige, but this mission was quite challenging. A Primordial Ferocious Beast of the Transcendent Realm had immense strength, and even ordinary Transcendent Realm cultivators couldn¡¯t handle it. He was still only in the Heaven Dominion Realm. It seemed it was time to fuse the ¡°Dragon Bone¡± and refine the dragon blood. With the pressure of the Ancestral Dragon, any ferocious beast would submit. ¡°Do you know where to find a Primordial Ferocious Beast?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked his attendants. ¡°Primordial Ferocious Beast? It¡¯s said there are traces of them in the Great Wilderness we will pass through.¡± ¡°Then let¡¯s take a detour.¡± Chapter 46 - Encountering the Daughter of Fortune Again, Myriad Beast Affinity Physique Chapter 46: Encountering the Daughter of Fortune Again, Myriad Beast Affinity Physique Inside the chariot, Lin Qi¡¯an was currently fusing with the Ancestral Dragon Soul Bone. Forcing it into his body was a difficult process. Previously, when he fused with the Innate Sword Bone, his father, the Sword Emperor, had assisted him. Now, he could only rely on himself. But if the fusion was sessful, the benefits and the enhancement to hisbat power would be enormous! The Ancestral Dragon¡¯s pressure made all beasts retreat. Any ferocious beast had to avoid it by miles. Three days passed in the blink of an eye. During these days, Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou were organizing the Blood Lotus Small World, starting to build a home there. ¡°Your Highness, we¡¯ve reached the Great Wilderness,¡± came the voice of a servant from outside. Lifting the curtain, Lin Qi¡¯an saw the boundless yellow sand below, with some small viges scattered around, looking quite impoverished. In such a barren and resource-scarce ce, there were only a few small sects with weak strength; the strongest was likely not even on par with the Holy Land of Tianchi. ¡°It¡¯s said that the ferocious beasts are wreaking havoc in this area.¡± ¡°Where is the nearest sect?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°It¡¯s called Yushou Sect, fifty miles to the north. We¡¯ll reach it soon.¡± ¡°Alright, instruct the Sword Guards to spread out and gather information about the Primordial Ferocious Beasts. Report back to me at the Yushou Sect if they find anything.¡± ¡°Understood!¡± With Aunt You around, the Sword Guards didn¡¯t need to worry about the Prince¡¯s safety, so they scattered in different directions. Lin Qi¡¯an called for the two women and prepared to head there himself. A dragon pulling a chariot would be too conspicuous, and these small sects would likely be frightened. Soon, the three of them arrived near the Beast Controlling Sect. The surroundings were covered with yellow sand, asionally dotted with a few cacti. The mountain gate was small, with many spirit beasts like camels tied nearby. ¡¾Ding! Detected the Son of Luck ¡°Xiao Chen¡±, sessfully integrated into the plot¡¿ Wait, even in this godforsaken ce, there is a Son of Luck? Son of Luck: Xiao Chen Secret Treasure: Ancient Beast Controlling Flute Luck: 1000 (Gold) Luck Core: Myriad Beast Diagram Current Kill Reward: None ¡¾Note: When the target¡¯s luck drops below 100, you can seize their luck core, gain permanent luck value, and receive all rewards¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an pondered for a moment. Since he had encountered him, he certainly needed to exploit the situation. As for how to deal with him, he would first use the ¡°Heavenly Fate Viin¡¯s Divine Eyes¡± to see. Activating the Divine Eyes, his gaze pierced through numerous obstacles, directly locating the Son of Fortune. A young man about twenty years old, wearing a gray cloth robe, was sitting in his room cultivating. ¡¾Xiao Chen, Hostility: 100¡¿ Full hostility towards me? This was hatred to the bone, a blood feud that wouldn¡¯t end until one of them was dead! ¡®Wait, why does the name Xiao Chen sound so familiar? Isn¡¯t he the one whose Sword Bone was taken by my father?¡¯ Back then, the Sword Emperor traveled across thend to find a Sword Bone for his young son and finally obtained it from a desert. So, it was here! Unexpectedly, even after losing the Sword Bone, Xiao Chen didn¡¯t fall into despair but rather embarked on another path, rising rapidly. Indeed, the Sons of Luck were not to be underestimated! ¡°Well, sorry about that, but I can¡¯t me my father, so I have to deal with you. After all, I am a viin.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an made up his mind and prepared to enter the sect. Just as they arrived at the sect gate, the dozing guard suddenly woke up. He had thought that Senior Sister Ran Yu was the most beautiful woman, but these twodies were like celestial beings! Especially thedy in the white dress, she looked like a moon fairy from the stories. Moreover, this man was also exceptionally handsome and graceful! ¡°Who are you, and what business do you have with our Yushou Sect?¡± ¡°We¡¯re here on some business and would like to stay for a few days.¡± ¡°Ah¡­ I¡¯m afraid that¡¯s not possible.¡± The guard looked troubled, ¡°To be honest, there have been ancient ferocious beasts rampaging around here today, causing panic, and many people in the sect have fled.¡± ¡°If you want to stay, you should find another ce.¡± Su Xueni, being clever and understanding that Lin Qi¡¯an shouldn¡¯t handle everything personally, stepped forward and said: ¡°No worries, my master is not afraid of ferocious beasts. Please inform your superiors, we will naturally offerpensation.¡± ¡°This¡­¡± Just then, a dense sound of footsteps came from behind. ¡°Senior Sister Ran is back!¡± the guard disciple eximed in surprise. Lin Qi¡¯an and hispanions turned around and saw an unforgettable scene. Leading the way was a girl. A girl with distinct Western features, radiating warmth like the sun at first nce. She had aplex and exquisite red pendant on her forehead, a jeweled ne hanging on her chest, gold ornaments on her arms, and her outfit was quite revealing, showing a lot of skin. The highlight was her slender waist, barely a handful! Behind her followed a bunch of exotic beasts. There were colorful birds, three-legged ck crows, unicorn pigs, and more¡­ ¡°Another Daughter of Purple Luck?!¡± ¡¾Ran Yu, Hostility: 0¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly understood that she must be the Daughter of Luck associated with Xiao Chen here. These Sons of Luck were either on the path to obtaining opportunities and treasures or wooing their heroines. ¡°Huh? We actually have guests!¡± Ran Yu eximed and as soon as she spoke, her gaze fixed on Lin Qi¡¯an, unable to move away. Since childhood, she had the ¡°Myriad Beast Affinity Physique.¡± With her purple luck, she could also see the special phenomenon surrounding Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s physique. ¡®Dao aura flowing, dragon energy coiling¡­ This special physique characteristic, it¡¯s so unique, I seem to have heard the sect master mention it?¡¯ Chapter 47 - A Kiss, Awakening Spiritual Apertures! Chapter 47: A Kiss, Awakening Spiritual Apertures! ¡°Senior Sister Ran, you¡¯re back!¡± The gatekeeping disciple looked on with admiration. In the Yushou Sect, everyone practiced beast controlling techniques. Ran Yu, naturally gifted with an affinity for all beasts, was the only goddess in the hearts of the disciples! Moreover, her appearance and figure were top-notch. Her smile, as refreshing as a spring breeze, and her slender waist which made people want to hold her in their arms! It¡¯s a pity, the only person in the sect who could match Ran Yu was Xiao Chen, who joined a year ago. That kid was exceptionally talented, having already subdued all the young experts of the sect within a year, bing the pride of everyone. The two of them were a perfect match, like a golden couple! ¡°Mm! These guests aren¡¯t from around here, are they?¡± Ran Yuwei greeted them openly and cheerfully. She wasn¡¯t a fool; she could tell at a nce that these people were extraordinary. ¡°Yes, we would like to stay for a few days.¡± ¡°Of course. We¡¯d be happy to have you! But there are ancient ferocious beasts nearby. If you¡¯re not afraid, you¡¯re wee anytime~¡± ¡°No problem,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled. Such a handsome man! Ran Yuwei couldn¡¯t help but feel her heart flutter. In this barrennd, she had never seen such a graceful and handsome man! She must also ask the sect master about the physique surrounded by golden dragons¡ªit must be extraordinary¡­ Ran Yuwei turned back and waved, ¡°You all can go back now. Don¡¯t follow me, I¡¯ll y with you another time!¡± ¡°Howl, woo~¡± The beasts howled reluctantly and scattered. ¡°Please,e with me.¡± ¡°Thank you, Miss Ran.¡± ¡°Huh, did I introduce myself just now?¡± she was puzzled. ¡°We¡¯ve heard of Miss Ran¡¯s reputation around here, and your noticeable affinity with all beasts makes you easy to recognize.¡± Hearing this, Ran Yuwei couldn¡¯t help but blush with a bit of maidenly shyness. Su Xueni thought, ¡®His Highness is so skilled at charming women, he clearly just heard the disciple call her name!¡¯ As they walked up the mountain gate, a man approached. ¡°Senior Sister Ran!¡± ¡°Junior Brother Xiao, we have some guests today.¡± Xiao Chen had naturally already seen the figure in white and the smile on his face vanished entirely. Instead, a palpable hatred seemed to emanate from his eyes! The Crown Prince of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an! ¡®I hadn¡¯t gone to Beiyang to find you, and yet you deliver yourself to me? What a coincidence! You stole my Sword Bone, and you will repay this debt with your life!¡¯ ¡°What¡¯s wrong, Junior Brother Xiao? Why the grim face?¡± ¡°Nothing, haha.¡± Xiao Chen forced a fake smile, hiding his deep hatred. After a brief introduction, Ran Yuwei led the three to the sect¡¯s guest rooms. Along the way, disciples who saw them couldn¡¯t help but marvel at the beauty of the two women. What kind of man is so lucky to have such beautiful women! As soon as they entered the room, Su Xueni whispered, ¡°Your Highness, that Xiao Chen seems to have hostility towards you?¡± ¡°Your observation is quite good. It¡¯s fine, I have my own ns.¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s luck core, the Myriad Beast Diagram, was based on subduing beasts to strengthen himself. And Ran Yuwei, with her Myriad Beast Affinity Physique, was his perfectpanion. ording to the normal plot, Xiao Chen would surely subdue the ancient ferocious beast in this area. Shocking everyone, his strength would soar, saving the sect from danger, and winning the beauty¡¯s heart. ¡®Damn authors always write it this way! But since I¡¯m here, sorry¡­ This plot is going to change.¡¯ ¡°What are you nning, Your Highness?¡± Zi Lianyou asked. ¡°I will continue my closed-door cultivation. Lianyou, take this top-tier Earth Rank technique ¡®Mountain and Sea Beasts Technique¡¯ and visit the sect master. Consider it our payment for lodging.¡± This was something Lin Qi¡¯an had just exchanged for. It didn¡¯t cost many viin points for an Earth Rank technique. ¡°Yes!¡± As expected, His Highness was generous, gifting an Earth Rank technique right away. Even the Holy Land of Ziyou only had Earth Rank techniques, while here they probably cherished even Mystic Rank ones. Zi Lianyou took her leave. ¡°Xueni, try to get closer to Ran Yuwei.¡± Su Xueni¡¯s eyes sparkled, pouting slightly, ¡°Your Highness, do you fancy her?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an just smiled and lifted Su Xueni¡¯s sharp, white chin, ¡°What, feeling jealous?¡± ¡°Xueni is just a maidservant, I wouldn¡¯t dare¡­¡± Before she could finish, a warm breath suddenly came over her. ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an held Su Xueni¡¯s slender waist, pulling her into his arms, and kissed her. Lin Qi¡¯an domineeringly kissed her, feeling her soft sweet lips. Su Xueni¡¯s lips parted slightly allowing him to slip his tongue in. Their bodies pressed together feeling each other¡¯s warmth so close they could feel each other¡¯s heartbeat. As they taste each other¡¯s sweetness and shared breath, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s left hand roamed around her ass, feeling the firmness and softness of it. ¡°Mmm¡­¡± Su Xuine let out a soft moan, her eyes filled with mist, heaving breathily from his actions, her body going soft. Lin Qi¡¯an withdrew his hand gripping her ass and their lips parted. He looked at her straight in the eye with a smile. ¡°Y-your highness.¡± She spoke unclearly while looking back at him in the eyes. Her face were red from shyness and her voice carrying a bit of seductiveness wether unintentionally or intentionally. Seeing this Lin Qi¡¯an continued¡­ ¡­ A momentter. Her beautiful eyes were misty, her cheeks flushed red, and her ears were burning. Su Xueni held her chest, leaning against Lin Qi¡¯an, almost ecstatic! For cultivators, the number of spiritual apertures they opened determined their talent. There were seventy-two spiritual apertures. Opening fewer than ten was ordinary, more than twenty was a genius, and more than thirty was heaven¡¯s favored. She herself had opened thirty-two. Just now, being kissed by Lin Qi¡¯an, the Dragon Yang Qi entered her body, and her thirty-third spiritual aperture was opened! ¡°Your Highness, could you kiss me a few more times?¡± ¡°Stop daydreaming and focus on your task. I¡¯ll give you a great opportunityter.¡± ¡°As youmand¡­¡± Chapter 48 - Gifting an Earth Rank Technique, Ran Yuwei Discovers the Dragon Yang Dao Physique Chapter 48: Gifting an Earth Rank Technique, Ran Yuwei Discovers the Dragon Yang Dao Physique ¡°Senior Sister Ran,e here!¡± After Lin Qi¡¯an and the others left, Xiao Chen hurriedly called Ran Yuwei over to a secluded spot. ¡°What is it, Junior Brother Xiao?¡± ¡°You must stay away from that man! Do not approach him again.¡± Xiao Chen spoke sternly, his tone almostmanding. ¡°Do you know who he is?¡± ¡°You don¡¯t need to know. Just know that he is a heinous person! Trust me, the farther you stay from him, the better!¡± ¡®Heinous person?¡¯ Ran Yuwei felt a bit irritated. The man seemed polite and courteous, not to mention very handsome. He didn¡¯t look like a bad person, but thinking about her Junior Brother Xiao she thought he wouldn¡¯t harm her. ¡°Got it, I¡¯ll go report to the sect master now.¡± Inside the main hall. The Yushou Sect Master, Li Feng, was listening to the sect officials report the situation. ¡°Sect Master, the ferocious beasts have been causing havoc recently. In just one month, we¡¯ve lost dozens of disciples, and we couldn¡¯t even find their bodies.¡± ¡°Nearly a hundred disciples have left the sect! Even my personal disciple has been gone for a long time without returning¡­¡± ¡°Those damn ferocious beasts! Our Yushou Sect is already small. How can we withstand such turmoil?¡± Recently, the sect had been in a state of decline. Even the fallen leaves on the bluestone bs remained unswept. Sect Master Li Feng watched helplessly as the sect dwindled day by day, his hair turning white. The sect¡¯s resources were also depleting. At this rate, they might have to disband and go their separate ways. ¡°Greetings, Sect Master!¡± Ran Yuwei entered. ¡°Yuwei, no need for formalities.¡± Ran Yuwei was an orphan picked up as a child. Li Feng treated her like his own daughter, showering her with love. The sect¡¯s only hopes nowy with Ran Yuwei and Xiao Chen. ¡°Sect Master, three guests arrived today and asked to stay for a few days. I brought them in.¡± ¡°You brought guests!¡± Li Feng¡¯s facial muscles twitched. ¡°Yuwei, we are struggling to take care of ourselves. How can we entertain guests?¡± ¡°Yes, you should send them away quickly!¡± ¡°You¡¯re old enough to understand these things.¡± The officials chimed in. Ran Yuwei was displeased. How could she invite them in only to send them away? ¡°No, I won¡¯t.¡± She turned her head. ¡°Ah, you stubborn girl! Fine, Xiaoliu, go send the guests away!¡± At that moment, a woman in a purple dress entered the hall and was stunningly beautiful. ¡°Is this the Youshou Sect Master?¡± ¡°How dare you barge in!¡± an official shouted angrily. ¡°My young master sent me to meet the sect master, so I came directly.¡± ¡°Why didn¡¯t your mastere? How rude!¡± ¡®As if you¡¯re worthy of His Highnessing personally¡­¡¯ Zi Lianyou couldn¡¯t help but roll her eyes, ¡°My master has prepared a small gift for Miss Ran as a token of gratitude. Take it if you want, otherwise forget it.¡± She took out a jade slip and tossed it over. Li Feng frowned as he opened the jade slip and expression changed instantly! The official continued to berate, ¡°How outrageous. Sect Master, I¡¯ll throw them out!¡± ¡°Shut up!¡± Li Feng red angrily, ¡°Apologize to our esteemed guests!¡± ¡°Uh¡­¡± Li Feng was overjoyed. It was like rain after a long drought, a timely help! This was a top-tier Earth Rank technique! And the Yushou Sect¡¯s highest was only Mystic Rank. What did this mean? With this technique, a small sect could rise and be a major sect! Just for a few days¡¯ stay, such a grand gift. This young master was more than just an esteemed guest! Li Feng hurried down, bowing, ¡°Miss, I apologize for the earlier rudeness. Please don¡¯t take it to heart.¡± ¡°Hmph!¡± Zi Lianyou felt pleased and left. ¡°Xiaoliu, spread the word. Serve our guests well, and do not neglect them!¡± Everyone, including Ran Yuwei, was stunned. What had caused the sect master¡¯s drastic change in attitude? ¡°Do you know what they gifted? An Earth Rank technique! Yuwei, you¡¯ve invited a god!¡± The officials were all shocked, gasping in amazement. They wished they could p themselves. How could they have thought of driving them away? Ran Yuwei felt conflicted as Xiao Chen had just warned her that the young master was bad. But now, it seemed he repaid a small favor with a great one. How could he be bad? ¡°This esteemed guest must be extraordinary. Yuwei, treat him well. Our sect¡¯s rise might depend on it!¡± Li Feng was so excited he kept swallowing. ¡®You just told me to send them away¡­¡¯ ¡°By the way, Sect Master, I have another question.¡± Ran Yuwei asked softly, ¡°I remember the ancient texts mentioning a physique surrounded by dragon energy and flowing with Dao aura. What is it?¡± ¡°Dragon Yang Dao Physique? Why ask about this? These are things from ancient legends. Don¡¯t waste your time on them.¡± ¡°Oh¡­¡± Ran Yuwei looked lost and she now remembered, dual cultivation with someone with the Dragon Yang Dao Physique had limitless potential. Chapter 49 - Xiao Chen Organizes a Crusade, Ferocious Beast Jiuying Transforms into Human Form Chapter 49: Xiao Chen Organizes a Crusade, Ferocious Beast Jiuying Transforms into Human Form Using the Divine Eyes specifically for spying on protagonists, Lin Qi¡¯an discovered something interesting. After Xiao Chen¡¯s instigation, Ran Yuwei¡¯s hatred towards him had risen to 10. However, after the events in the main hall, it had dropped back to 0. At the same time, there was a system prompt. ¡¾Ding! Ran Yuwei has begun to doubt Xiao Chen, Xiao Chen¡¯s luck -50, Host¡¯s viin points +500¡¿ Night had fallen. Let¡¯s see what the heroines and protagonist are up to? Xiao Chen, cultivating all night? As expected of the protagonist, diligence and opportunities go hand in hand. Zi Lianyou, giggling foolishly under the covers? asionally hugging her pillow and rubbing against it. What are you doing? Su Xueni, writing and drawing with a pen? ¡®Let me see what she¡¯s drawing¡­ A construction diagram for the Lotus Realm house?¡¯ Name: Snow Peace Pavilion? ¡®You¡¯re thinking quite far ahead!¡¯ Ran Yuwei, taking a flower petal bath? Nothing much to see here. Wait, that waist is as flexible as a water snake, supple and boneless! She had a chest as big as Zi Lianyou¡¯s. Su Xueni¡¯s perfectly smooth fairy-like legs and Ran Yuwei with her uniquely slender waist, wearing Western-style attire, has a different kind of beauty. After watching for a bit, Lin Qi¡¯an continued fusing the dragon bone. It was estimated that it would be sessful in a few more days. ¡­¡­ Over the next few days, Lin Qi¡¯an and his group were treated as honored guests. The patrolling Sword Guards also brought back some news. The ancient ferocious beast causing havoc in this area was called Jiuying! It could transform into human form, spray water and fire, and was extremely powerful. It led a group of ferocious beasts that devoured humans and used them to cultivate, which was extremely vile. Many small sects and factions in the surrounding area could no longer hold on. Currently, the Sword Guards were searching for Jiuying¡¯sir and would report back immediately once they found it. During this period, Lin Qi¡¯an only needed to continue his closed-door cultivation. He stopped eating and focused solely on sessfully fusing the dragon bone before encountering Jiuying. He couldn¡¯t rely solely on Aunt You; he had to subdue it himself. Two days passed in the blink of an eye. Today, under Xiao Chen¡¯s organization. The small sects in the desert gathered at the Yushou Sect for a mobilization meeting. ¡°We cannot sit and wait for death! If we do not capture and kill Jiuying, there will never be a day of peace!¡± ¡°I, Xiao Chen, propose forming a joint crusade to eliminate the ferocious beasts and restore peace to ournds!¡± The various sects responded enthusiastically. ¡°Yes, I support Brother Xiao Chen! But Jiuying is a Transcendent Realm ferocious beast. How can we be its match?¡± ¡°Exactly, aren¡¯t we just going to our deaths?¡± Hearing this, Xiao Chen smiled calmly, ¡°I have a n. All you need to do is trust me.¡± As for what his n was, no one knew, except Lin Qi¡¯an. This kid wanted to use the Myriad Beast Diagram to subdue Jiuying, thereby greatly enhancing his own power! But he couldn¡¯t do it alone, so he needed others as cannon fodder to create an opportunity. If these people knew, or if Ran Yuwei knew, how would they view him? Interesting to think about. ¡°Want to crusade against me? Interesting!¡± A graceful woman appeared, her face cold and smiling maliciously. She was Jiuying in human form! No one knew, nor could they imagine, that Jiuying was also participating in this mobilization meeting. She had taken a Transformation Pill, which perfectly concealed her demonic aura. ¡°You haven¡¯t realized who the hunter is and who the prey is. In three days, it will be the full moon night.¡± ¡°I can finally enjoy the Myriad Beast Affinity Physique, hehe.¡± Such a rare spiritual body was a great supplement for demonic beasts! Jiuying had been eyeing Ran Yuwei for a long time. On the night of the full moon, she nned to cook a pot of soup infused with the essence of the sun and moon, filled with spirit pills and elixirs. Drink her blood, eat her flesh, and put her bones in the soup to boil. This way, her cultivation would surely soar! As she walked, she suddenly saw two women ahead. They were stunningly beautiful, like celestial beings. One in purple, the other in white, both enchanting. Jiuying couldn¡¯t help but swallow, her appetite growing. ¡°That Xiao Chen is indeed brave. He will definitely seed in killing Jiuying!¡± ¡°Yes, I heard Xiao Chen has an ancient treasure, the Myriad Beast Diagram, which naturally restrains these ferocious beasts!¡± ¡°Jiuying is doomed!¡± Hearing this, Jiuying felt a chill down her spine. ¡®That kid actually had such a treasure?! Good thing I overheard these two girls¡¯ conversation today. Otherwise, I might have fallen into his trap!¡¯ ¡®I need to think of a way to counter this treasure. As for these two girls, hehe. To reward you for providing such valuable information, I¡¯ll eat you togetherter.¡¯ ¡­¡­¡­ Inside the room. Aunt You appeared. Jiuying could fool ordinary people, but not a quasi-Saint. ¡°Your Highness, are you just going to let her go?¡± ¡°Of course, I¡¯m waiting for another show.¡± The conversation was arranged by him. Now that Jiuying knew Xiao Chen¡¯s trump card, she would surely be prepared. Xiao Chen¡¯s n to use others as cannon fodder, then reap the benefits and win the beauty¡¯s heart, was foiled. His selfish scheme would be his downfall. Once people dies, they would all me him. ¡­¡­¡­ Elsewhere, Xiao Chen found Ran Yuwei. ¡°Why is that man still staying in our sect?!¡± Chapter 50 - Beast Horde Attack, Battle on the Night of the Full Moon! Chapter 50: Beast Horde Attack, Battle on the Night of the Full Moon! ¡°Why is that man still staying in our sect?!¡± Xiao Chen demanded, worried that Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s presence would ruin his ns. As long as he could absorb Jiuying¡¯s power sessfully. His rise to prominence would be inevitable. No uncertain factors could be allowed! The lives of those people didn¡¯t matter; as long as they could weaken Jiuying, he could step in as a hero. ¡°That young master is a distinguished guest of our sect. Why shouldn¡¯t he stay?¡± Ran Yuwei frowned. ¡°Junior Brother Xiao, can you not speak in such a tone? I dislike it.¡± ¡°Sorry¡­ but I fear he has ill intentions that could ruin our ns!¡± ¡°The young master has been in his room meditating and has not gone out. How could he ruin anything? Besides, we have epted his gifts and should treat him as a guest!¡± Ran Yuwei¡¯s tone had a touch of firmness. She couldn¡¯t understand why Xiao Chen harbored such strong hostility toward the young master. The young master was not only handsome but also generous and polite, and he possessed the legendary Dragon Yang Dao Physique! With all these factorsbined, Ran Yuwei felt no animosity toward him and even wanted to get closer. Which girl wouldn¡¯t be tempted? ¡°Senior Sister Ran, are you actually scolding me for an outsider?¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s voice was hoarse, unable to reveal Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s true identity. Imagine living an ordinary life with a girl, almost bing a couple, and then a billionaire suddenly appears beside her. Fear! He feared the name of the Crown Prince of Beiyang was too prominent, taking away the one he loved. After all, he was indeed handsome, noble, and could provide anything a girl wanted. Too much of a threat. ¡°Enough, talking more is useless.¡± Ran Yuwei turned and left, leaving Xiao Chen clenching his fists and gritting his teeth. ¡­¡­ ¡°Interesting.¡± Watching the scene unfold, Lin Qi¡¯an smiled. Due to the increasing distrust between the two, Xiao Chen¡¯s luck value dropped by 50, while Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s viin points increased by 500. ¡­¡­¡­ In the next two days. The joint crusade team found nothing and finally, the night of the full moon arrived. Tonight was eerily silent. At this moment, the Yushou Sect was housing the various sects¡¯ crusade team members. Having found nothing, they resorted to drowning their sorrows in alcohol. ¡°Sigh, who knows where Jiuying is hiding!¡± ¡°Haha, maybe it¡¯s afraid of us and doesn¡¯t dare toe out!¡± ¡°Come on, let¡¯s enjoy the food and drink. There¡¯s wine and meat!¡± At the banquet, people were indulging in food and drink, with wine spilling everywhere. Xiao Chen was among them. ¡°Speaking of which, Brother Xiao, I saw a white-ddy in your sect recently. She¡¯s truly a national beauty! Could you introduce me to her?¡± ¡°Yeah! Is that fairy your junior sister?¡± ¡°And there¡¯s another girl in a purple dress. She¡¯s my type. Tsk tsk, that ample bosom makes one want to dive in!¡± ¡°Everyone knows Brother Xiao likes Miss Ran, but don¡¯t keep the other two hidden from us!¡± A group of people drank and exchanged lewd jokes, unaware of the impending danger. Ten miles outside the sect, Jiuying led numerous ferocious beasts, charging forward! A beast horde! A terrifying beast horde ttened everything in its path and their purpose was simple. Devour the human crusade team and capture the Myriad Beast Affinity Physique for a nourishing soup! ¡°There are ferocious beasts¡­¡± The lookout was killed instantly with a w through the heart. The ground began to tremble! Everyone in the sect finally felt it. ¡°Beasts are attacking!¡± ¡°Report, arge-scale beast attack!¡± Outside, mes lit up the sky, and people shouted in panic. Xiao Chen felt a surge of joy. ¡®They came on their own, heaven is helping me!¡¯ He mmed the table and shouted, ¡°Everyone, we will suppress Jiuying tonight!¡± ¡°You go first; I¡¯ll prepare the secret treasure!¡± He nned to send these people to their deaths to weaken Jiuying¡¯s strength. ¡°Alright, brothers, let¡¯s go!¡± Everyone charged out, including the entire Yushou Sect, everyone went out to fight. Boom! The beasts swept in like a flood. Eight Deste Snakes, Dragon Ancient Leopards, Fiery Yang Rhinos, Ghost Tooth Lions¡­ Led by Jiuying, they almost instantly ttened the mountain gate! A great battle broke out and sparks and mes filled the air. Shouts of humans, roars of beasts, and the sh of weapons echoed in the sky. Inside, Lin Qi¡¯an remained in seclusion. Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou were in the outer room. ¡°The beasts are attacking¡­ His Highness is still in seclusion.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, with Aunt You here to protect him, we should just stay put and follow orders.¡± Aunt You guarded the area, only responsible for the prince¡¯s safety, unconcerned with anyone else¡¯s life or death. ¡­¡­¡­ Outside. Xiao Chen found Ran Yuwei immediately. ¡°Senior Sister Ran, don¡¯t go out to fight, stay hidden inside!¡± ¡°What are you saying? Everyone in the sect is fighting to the death, how can I stand by and do nothing?¡± Ran Yuwei¡¯s eyes widened. ¡°Trust me, Senior Sister. I have a way to suppress these beasts. Believe in me just this once, I, Xiao Chen, will kill Jiuying today!¡± He raised his hand, making a solemn vow and his heroic spirit was reassuring. ¡°But¡­¡± ¡°No buts, Senior Sister. You will understand my good intentions.¡± Xiao Chen knew those people were going to their deaths, and he didn¡¯t care. But she was dear to his heart and so he wanted to protect her. Today, he would make his mark! Chapter 51 - Xiao Chen Takes Action! This Isnt What We Expected Chapter 51: Xiao Chen Takes Action! This Isn¡¯t What We Expected ¡°Kill!!!¡± The sound of battle cries filled the air around the gates of the Yushou Sect, with mes soaring into the sky. Elite disciples from various sects fought ferociously against the tide of ferocious beasts. Fortunately, these were all elite disciples from nearby sects, theirbat power was extraordinary. Various magical abilities, divine powers, and spiritual weapons were unleashed! The ground was littered with the corpses of various demonic beasts, and the thick scent of blood permeated the air. ¡°These damn beasts,ing here to die on their own!¡± ¡°They¡¯re nothing special!¡± Morale was high among the disciples, their bodies covered in blood, driven by a fierce fighting spirit. But just then, a gigantic beast descended from the sky! Boom! A loud explosion shook the area, with a storm of dust and wind spreading out for hundreds of meters. The beast waspletely crimson, with a dragon¡¯s body and a serpent¡¯s tail. It had nine heads! Each head seemed to have its own consciousness, twisting like water snakes. An ancient ferocious beast, Jiuying! It could breathe fire and water and loved to eat humans, making it the leader of these beasts. ¡°It¡¯s Jiuying? Kill it!¡± ¡°Everyone, today is the day we eliminate this threat once and for all!¡± The cultivators¡¯ eyes were red with fury. This detestable beast had eaten countless people, and many disciples¡¯ bones were never recovered. If they couldn¡¯t kill it today, their hatred would never be quenched. ¡°Roar!!¡± With a beastly roar, the nine heads began to glow with blinding light. Nine pirs of fire shot out from different directions, turning the entire sky red with mes! The screams of human cultivators echoed through the air. The weak were instantly engulfed by the mes, while the strong retreated, struggling to fend off the fire. ¡°Such strong mes¡­ No wonder it¡¯s a ferocious beast!¡± Under the leadership of Jiuying, the beast tide surged again, a ck mass sweeping forward. ¡°Everyone, do not fear, buy time for Brother Xiao!¡± ¡°If we do not uproot them today, the future will be disastrous!¡± They had no idea that Xiao Chen didn¡¯t need any preparation. He was merely observing in the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to subdue the Jiuying. ¡°Sorry, but to ensure my sess, your sacrifices are necessary,¡± he murmured to himself. The battle was incredibly fierce! The casualties among the cultivators kept rising, with the Beast Taming Sect suffering the most, losing at least sixty percent of their disciples. None of the bodies were intact, all gnawed by the hungry beasts. ¡°We can¡¯t go on¡­ These beasts are endless, and our numbers are dwindling!¡± ¡°Where is Xiao Chen?¡± ¡°Retreat! If this continues, we will be annihted.¡± Just as retreat seemed inevitable, Xiao Chen appeared! The protagonist always appears at the most critical moment, turning the tide of battle. ¡°Everyone, sorry for the wait, preparing the spiritual treasure took me some time. Leave the rest to me!¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s eyes were bloodshot as he clenched his fists: ¡°I, Xiao Chen, will avenge my fallen brothers!¡± ¡°Brother Xiao, you alone?¡± ¡°I alone am enough!¡± Under the zing night sky, Xiao Chen stood at the forefront, facing the overwhelming beast tide and the ferocious Jiuying. He exuded a heroic aura, standing alone against all odds. ¡°Beast Suppression Scroll, go!¡± A scroll glowing with golden light flew out from Xiao Chen¡¯s hand. This was the core of his luck. No matter what kind of beast, it could suppress them! Once suppressed, he could absorb the beast¡¯s power from the Beast Suppression Scroll. Jiuying had always been his target. ¡°Open!¡± The scroll unfolded in the sky, almost covering the entire heavens. On the scroll were depictions of countless rare beasts, radiating golden light and divine power! The first target was the Jiuying. ¡°Suppress it!¡± Countless golden beams shot down from the scroll, enveloping Jiuying. Its howls echoed through the heavens! With the Beast Suppression Scroll, as long as the owner¡¯s realm was sufficient, even a Taotie or Qiongqi could be suppressed, let alone a Jiuying. (TL: Just search up the beast looks and stuff on google it doesn¡¯t have an English name since it¡¯s all this beasts are Chinese mythologies.) Amidst the golden light, Jiuying fell to the ground, turning into a shadow, absorbed into the scroll. ¡°It¡¯s done!¡± Xiao Chen rejoiced. The Beast Suppression Scroll could only be used once a day, so he had meticulously prepared. Now, he could gain the power of Jiuying. Driving away the beast tide would be a piece of cake. Behind him, the cultivators were all in shock. ¡°Brother Xiao subdued Jiuying?¡± ¡°Indeed, it¡¯s a spiritual treasure, finally resolved!¡± ¡°Xiao Chen! Xiao Chen!¡± Their cheers grew louder and more excited. Xiao Chen excitedly retrieved the scroll, but his pupils suddenly contracted upon noticing something wrong. ¡°It¡¯s not there! Why?¡± Suddenly, an ethereal voice echoed, ¡°If I hadn¡¯t been prepared, I really would have fallen into your hands today!¡± In front, a tiger beast¡¯s belly suddenly split open, and a graceful woman stepped out. ¡°You¡­ Who are you?¡± Xiao Chen was shocked, his whole body tensing up. Indeed, she was the real Jiuying! The one just now was a fake, created by cutting off one of her heads. ¡°Let you insignificant humans witness my true power!¡± Crimson light exploded. With a dragon¡¯s body and serpent¡¯s tail, the giant beast covered the sky! At this moment, Jiuying was more than twice the size of the previous one! The massive shadow loomed over Xiao Chen¡¯s pale face and eight fierce heads red menacingly. A Transcendent realm ancient ferocious beast revealed its true form! Chapter 52 - Exiting Seclusion, Dragon Might Subdues All Beasts! Chapter 52: Exiting Seclusion, Dragon Might Subdues All Beasts! Lin Qi¡¯an was still in seclusion. The dragon bones had been refined and integrated into his body, but that was not enough. With a thought, he took out the three drops of Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood. Boom! It was as if mountains shattered and stars extinguished. In these Three Thousand Dao Domains, myriad ancestors rose, and dragons became rare, with flood dragons even being used as carriage beasts. But the Ancestral Dragon was the ancestor of all dragons! Its essence blood contained the power of dragons for countless ages. It was the noble bloodline of emperors. In terms of level, it was enough to suppress all beasts. Lin Qi¡¯an directly swallowed the three drops of essence blood. Instantly, a terrifying force exploded in his throat! Like a raging torrent, it cascaded down from three thousand feet. The domineering dragon power surged into his limbs and bones with an overwhelming force. In that moment, Lin Qi¡¯an seemed to see eternal mountains and rivers, seas drying up, mountains shifting, and the cycles of the sun and moon. Dragon blood resonated with dragon bones! But it repelled the sword bone! Two domineering auras shed violently within Lin Qi¡¯an. Like needle points against wheat awns. However, Lin Qi¡¯an was prepared and swallowed a jade-white pill. It was the ¡°Heavenly Spirit Shaping Pill¡± exchanged at a high cost of viin points. The ultimate fusion agent. As the pill¡¯s power entered his body, the two forces began to merge, gradually bing smooth. ¡­ ¡°No, it¡¯s impossible! How could it have anticipated this?¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s face was pale. It was over. The Jiuying spewed mes, its aura soaring to the sky. The fire pirs converged, forming a sword of creation, shing down! Many people were terrified, feeling an irresistible sense of dread. At this moment, Li Feng, the Sect Master of the Yushou Sect, stood alone in mid-air, spitting blood as he barely managed to intercept the attack. ¡°Sect Master!¡± ¡°Sect Master!¡± The sect master, at the Transcendent realm, could only block one attack? How could they fight? It was unbeatable! An ancient ferocious beast, terrifying as expected. Ran Yuwei could no longer watch from the sidelines. She rushed to support Li Feng, tears glistening. The sect master treated her like a daughter, the only family she had. ¡°Run!¡± ¡°Sister Ran, I¡¯ll take you away! If we don¡¯t leave now, it¡¯ll be toote!¡± Xiao Chen urged urgently, not wanting to die. ¡°If you want to leave, go! I will live and die with the Yushou Sect!¡± Ran Yuwei¡¯s eyes were resolute, ignoring Xiao Chen. Ah, women are just indecisive! Xiao Chen was no fool; he had a bright future and couldn¡¯t die with this group. He activated the ¡°Earth Shadow Beast¡± ability from the Beast Suppression Scroll and escaped underground. ¡°Run, run!¡± Seeing Xiao Chen flee, the remaining cultivators no longer dared to fight. They fled in panic, scattering like birds and beasts. ¡°Beast affinity¡­¡± Looking at Ran Yuwei, the Jiuying¡¯s eyes gleamed, its hot saliva dripping to the ground, steaming. Around them, the ferocious beasts also surrounded her. ¡°You foolish child, why don¡¯t you run!¡± Li Feng spat blood, sighing in pain. Who would have thought the proud Yushou Sect would be destroyed by beasts? Boom! At this moment, the guest room¡¯s roof exploded. A terrifying aura shot straight into the sky, spreading across the heavens and earth. ¡®It¡¯s that young master; he hadn¡¯t escaped?¡¯ Ran Yuwei¡¯s eyes were dull. She noticed that the previously fierce beasts were now mostly prostrate on the ground, faces filled with fear. Like domesticated poultry¡­ ¡°What¡¯s going on?¡± Li Feng was also stunned. Even the sky-covering Jiuying was trembling! Its eight heads shrank back, eyes filled with terror. ¡°What a terrifying dragon aura! This is the might of the Ancestral Dragon¡­ Impossible! How could a mere Yoshou Sect possess an Ancestral Dragon!¡± It dared not make any rash moves. Its wide eyes were bloodshot, staring in the direction of the guest room. From there, a figure in spotless white clothes floated out. His expression was calm, his posture upright, and his demeanor handsome and elegant. The dragon aura came from him! ¡°It¡¯s that young master¡­¡± Ran Yuwei murmured, her tears halted. ¡°Who is he?¡± Li Feng asked. ¡°I don¡¯t know either.¡± Few had seen the Crown Prince of Beiyang. This was his first outing. ¡°Who are you!¡± Jiuying roared, its eyes fierce. ¡°I am your master. From today, you will pull my carriage, bound by a blood contract, never to resist.¡± ¡°Bullshit! You think you deserve it?¡± Jiuying fury soared. As a beast, its greatest shame was being enved! This person wanted it, an ancient ferocious beast, to pull his carriage? Seeking death. mes burst forth, turning the sky red. ¡°Impudent.¡± With two simple words, the dragon¡¯s might release and was vast! It forcibly extinguished the raging mes in the air. The surrounding ferocious beasts prostrated and trembled, spitting blood, unable to move. Under the might of the Ancestral Dragon, they were mere ants. The fleeing cultivators peeked from afar, awestruck¡­ Xiao Chen emerged from the ground, gritting his teeth in frustration! At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an seemed like a god. Glorious and unmatched! ¡°Why is it him in the spotlight¡­ I hate it!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said coldly, ¡°Since you like ying with fire, let me give you more.¡± With that, a strand of Nine Yang Divine Fire shot out, burning Jiuying. Its agonized screams echoed to the sky. ¡°Bow to me, and the fire stops. Otherwise, be destroyed in both body and soul!¡± Chapter 53 - He Turns Out to Be the Crown Prince of Beiyang?! Chapter 53: He Turns Out to Be the Crown Prince of Beiyang?! ¡°The might of the Ancestral Dragon¡­¡± Feeling this terrifying aura, Aunt You couldn¡¯t help but feel a shock in her heart. How could the Crown Prince have the dragon¡¯s might? Even with Beiyang¡¯s profound heritage, it is impossible to have an Ancestral Dragon inheritance, a divine object that could drive countless Dao Domains mad! Earlier, she thought she might need to intervene. Now it seemedpletely unnecessary. Jiuying was severely suppressed by the dragon¡¯s might, although its realm surpassed that of the Crown Prince, it posed no threat at all! If the Sword Emperor knew his son bore both the sword bone and the dragon¡¯s might, he would surely be astonished. ¡°The Crown Prince¡­ can easily suppress a Transcendent realm beasts?¡± Zi Lianyou murmured. Every time she saw the Crown Prince disy his divine prowess, her maiden heart would surge with excitement. Who doesn¡¯t like to see a handsome man being heroic? ¡°This is the result of his seclusion¡­¡± Su Xueni¡¯s mind began to wander to other thoughts. Dragon Yang Dao Physique, unparalleled through the ages! Sword bone talent, supreme under the heavens! The mighty dragon aura, looking down on all beings! If, in the future, she could dual cultivate with the Crown Prince¡­ She might be the first lucky person throughout history to taste such a man. The thought grew more and more appealing. Li Feng, as the Sect Master of the Yushou Sect, had long been in contact with various rare beasts. At this moment, his pupils were shaking, his whole body trembling. Dragons, in his heart, were unattainable, noble beings akin to gods. ¡°All beasts submit, it¡¯s the dragon¡¯s might, it must be the dragon¡¯s might!¡± He was almost spitting with excitement. ¡°Who would have thought that heaven would not seal off all paths, that great opportunities arise in times of great danger.¡± ¡°Today, I actually met someone with dragon¡¯s might, hahaha!¡± Laughing, he spat out a mouthful of blood. Beside him, Ran Yuwei hurriedly helped him steady his breath. ¡°Sect Master, don¡¯t get too excited, calm your breath!¡± She forcibly suppressed her surging emotions. This young master had been in seclusion for many days, just happening to break through today. Who would have thought that as soon as he came out, he would resolve the sect¡¯s crisis? She knew well that she was Jiuying¡¯s target. Without this young master, she might have had tomit suicide. Fortunately, she had invited him into the sect¡­ In contrast, her fellow disciple Xiao, who had sworn to handle everything, fled alone at the most critical moment. He had always been hostile to this young master. Sigh. The trust built up over time copsed in a single day. In the distance, the sword guards exploring the beastirs noticed the sky-piercing aura. ¡°It¡¯s the Crown Prince¡¯s ce! Hurry back and check!¡± ¡­ Jiuying was done for and it had never thought it would one day fear mes! These golden mes were so powerful that even water couldn¡¯t extinguish them. ¡°I¡­ surrender!¡± Its huge body began to emit a burnt aroma. All eight heads drooped, where was the arrogance? Lin Qi¡¯an finally withdrew the divine fire. At the same time, two Divine Weapons emerged, beginning to fly around. Wherever they passed, the beasts bled! These beastscked ancient bloodlines, their strength inferior to Jiuying, how could they withstand the Divine Weapons¡¯ destruction? The twin swords streaked like meteors, leaving a trail of corpses. The beast tide was extinguished and the surviving Jiuying shivered involuntarily. Terrifying! This person not only had dragon¡¯s might, but also wielded divine weapons, clearly of significant origin. At this time, the surrounding sects also arrived for support. But to their surprise, the beasts were already dead. Even the infamous Jiuying was now bowing its head to the white-d man in the sky, without a trace of resistance. Upon inquiry, they found it was all his doing! ¡°So powerful, who is he?¡± ¡°Definitely not someone from our destend¡­¡± ¡°I heard he¡¯s a guest of the Yushou Sect?¡± ¡°If it weren¡¯t for him, this ce would have been a bloodbath tonight!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, ¡°Once again, pull the carriage or be annihted in body and soul, your choice.¡± Jiuying knew it was doomed today, ¡°I am, after all, an ancient ferocious beast. If I am to pull your carriage, at least tell me who you are!¡± It had only one question: Who was this young man? Looking across the Cann Dao Domain, there couldn¡¯t be a second like him. Such a person couldn¡¯t be an unknown. This question also piqued everyone¡¯s curiosity. Their savior, what was his identity? Before Lin Qi¡¯an could answer, streams of light converged from the sky causing everyone to be astonished. These were powerful cultivators! ¡°Your Highness, we saw the sky-piercing aura and came back to aid you!¡± ¡°Is it this beast that tried to harm you?¡± ¡°Let us cut it down!¡± ¡°No need, don¡¯t act.¡± This immediately exposed Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s identity and everyone¡¯s pupils shook. ¡°White-d Sword Guards¡­ This is the white-d sword guard of Beiyang! He is the Crown Prince!¡± A single stone stirred a thousand waves. ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince!¡± After the initial shock, everyone bowed in salute. Who would have thought that the noble Crown Prince would visit such a remote ce! Even the severely injured Li Feng knelt in gratitude: ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince, for saving our lives!¡± ¡°He is¡­ the Crown Prince of Beiyang¡­¡± Ran Yuwei blinked, still unable to fully recover from her astonishment. No wonder he was so handsome and noble, no wonder he acted so generously, his identity was so terrifying. ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince¡­¡± She hurriedly followed with a bow. Chapter 54 - Su Xueni Unveils Xiao Chen’s Schemes Chapter 54: Su Xueni Unveils Xiao Chen¡¯s Schemes ¡°The Crown Prince of Beiyang!¡± Although Jiuying had never seen him in person, seeing everyone around bowing, how could it be false? Thinking this way, everything made sense. If not for such a favored son of heaven like the Crown Prince of Beiyang, how could he possess the might of the Ancestral Dragon? Relying on the Heaven Dominion Realm, he could directly suppress a beast of the Transcendent Realm. Hisbat power was undeniably terrifying! Today, there were only two choices: either submit to him or die. What else was there to think about? Maybe following him, it could enjoy a good life in the future. At least, it wouldn¡¯t be so shameful to be seen by others. ¡°I, Jiuying, am willing to pull the carriage for the Crown Prince and serve as a lifelong servant.¡± ¡°Very well.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an controlled the flying sword to cut his fingertip, a drop of blood floated out, imprinting on a piece of talisman paper. This was a ¡°Blood Contract Talisman Paper¡± exchanged with viin points. Once a blood contract was established, the servant could never disobey the master for life. If the master died, the servant would die as well. The talisman paper flew to Jiuying¡¯s forehead and slowly merged into its body and the contract was established. At the same time, the system prompt sounded. ¡¾Ding! Taskpleted. Congrattions to the host for obtaining the reward ¡°Beast-Control Spirit Pot.¡±¡¿ With this, any other rare birds and beasts he subdues in the future could be directly stored in it, like a portable pet box. Very convenient! ¡°Come in first.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took out the Spirit Pot and collected Jiuying into it. Otherwise, others would still be too scared to approach it. ¡°Jiuying¡­ has it really been subdued by the Crown Prince?¡± ¡°Yes! The blood contract was established just now.¡± ¡°Great! We will never have to worry about beast attacks again!¡± ¡°Too bad I couldn¡¯t personally kill that beast! But thinking it will pull the carriage for the Crown Prince for life, it feels satisfying.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t say that, isn¡¯t it an honor to pull the carriage for the Crown Prince?¡± The beast tide had subsided and everyone began to help clean up the aftermath. The Yushou Sect suffered a great cmity, with nearly seventy percent destroyed. Yet everyone felt that this was a turning point for the Yushou Sect, likely leading to its rise. The one most affected was undoubtedly Xiao Chen. Originally, it was he who should have subdued Jiuying, saved everyone, and received admiration, but all of this was taken by Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Damn¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an¡­ Once again, you have taken everything from me. I, Xiao Chen, will definitely kill you!¡± He clenched his fists in the shadows, nearly grinding his teeth to pieces. ¡¾Ding! Xiao Chen¡¯s path to rise was interrupted. Luck value -250, host viin points +2500¡¿ So much luck value deducted? It seemed this was a big blow to him. After the aftermath was almost cleaned up. Ran Yuwei prepared to support the Sect Master back for treatment. At this moment, she recalled Xiao Chen fleeing alone at the critical moment, feeling a chill in her heart. The Sect Master was injured to save him, but he wanted to take her away, abandoning the Sect Master. ¡°Sister Ran!¡± At this moment, Xiao Chen ran back. Although he intended to painfully abandon Ran Yuwei when he fled, since she was unharmed, he thought he could still salvage the situation. After all, Sister Ran, lively and friendly, was the one he admired. Moreover, her beast affinity physique was beneficial to his cultivation of the Beast Suppression Scroll. He couldn¡¯t easily give up. ¡°Sister Ran, are you alright!¡± Xiao Chen ran to Ran Yuwei¡¯s side, asking with urgent concern, but he received a cold response. ¡°You fled, whye back?¡± ¡°Sister Ran, it¡¯s a misunderstanding! How could I abandon you? I went to get reinforcements, and now I¡¯ve returned.¡± Xiao Chen hurriedly exined. These words slightly lessened the coldness in Ran Yuwei¡¯s heart. ¡°Really?¡± ¡°Of course it¡¯s true! I, Xiao Chen, swear, if there¡¯s half a lie, may I be struck by lightning.¡± Xiao Chen raised three fingers, swearing firmly. ¡°Oh? Then may I ask, Xiao Chen, why would you let others go to their deaths?¡± At this moment, a woman in a moon-white dress approached. With elegant steps and noble temperament, she was as beautiful as a moon fairy. In these days, under Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s arrangements, Su Xueni had interacted with Ran Yuwei a lot. Ran Yuwei had a good impression of this beautiful woman. ¡°Who are you? Stop talking nonsense!¡± Xiao Chen spoke angrily, his face already flushing with rage. He never expected this woman to see through his scheme at once. ¡°I am Su Xueni, the Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land, now serving as the Crown Prince¡¯s maid. I saw Xiao Chen¡¯s battle with Jiuying clearly.¡± ¡°If I¡¯m not mistaken, the scroll that almost subdued Jiuying is the ancient treasure, Beast Suppression Scroll.¡± Su Xueni smiled gently. Xiao Chen was struck like lightning! His greatest secret was revealed by her in one sentence, how could he not be shocked? ¡°The Beast Suppression Scroll can collect rare birds and beasts into the scroll, allowing the owner to gain corresponding powers.¡± ¡°Xiao Chen let others die to consume Jiuying¡¯s strength, creating the perfect opportunity to subdue it, right?¡± Every word from Su Xueni hit the mark. Leaving Xiao Chen feeling like a fishbone was stuck in his throat. ¡°Junior Brother Xiao, is¡­ is she telling the truth?¡± Ran Yuwei¡¯s eyes were filled with disbelief. Chapter 55 - Xiao Chen Betrayed by All! Another Maid? Chapter 55: Xiao Chen Betrayed by All! Another Maid? Did Xiao Chen deliberately send us to our deaths? Hearing this, those who fought alongside Xiao Chen from other sects also gathered around. ¡°Brother Xiao, we called you brother, but you used us as cannon fodder?¡± ¡°No, of course not! This woman is talking nonsense, trying to frame me!¡± Xiao Chen woke up as if from a dream, angrily looking at the distant figure in white, ¡°It¡¯s him, it must be Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s instigation. That vicious person wants to sow discord between us!¡± ¡°Sister Ran, you must not believe him!¡± Su Xueni smiled gently, a hundred charms blooming, ¡°Does Young Master Xiao think too highly of himself?¡± ¡°I am the Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land, and His Highness is the Crown Prince of Beiyang.¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know what status Young Master Xiao has that would make us go to such lengths to frame you. Xueni is merely stating the facts.¡± Su Xueni, clever andposed, spoke with an unhurried grace. Her demeanor was impable. Who would believe that such a fairy-like woman would lie? One by one, angry gazes locked onto Xiao Chen. Even Ran Yuwei¡¯s delicate face turned cold, her eyes filled with unfamiliarity. ¡°Xiao Chen, I didn¡¯t expect you to be like this!¡± ¡°We misjudged you!¡± ¡°I feel unworthy for our fallen brothers!¡± Sect Master Li Feng shook his head and sighed: ¡°Hurting others for personal gain, sacrificing fellow disciples¡¯ lives just to be stronger, pathetic¡­¡± Each word turned into a sharp de stabbing Xiao Chen, leaving him utterly exposed! ¡°No! Liars, they are all liars!¡± ¡°Haha, what¡¯s so special about being the Crown Prince of Beiyang? My sword bone was taken by Beiyang!¡± ¡°If it weren¡¯t for that, I would have been a genius of swordsmanship, not fallen to such a deste ce!¡± He roared loudly, his eyes bloodshot. ¡°Sister Ran, that¡¯s why I hate him! His father is tyrannical, seizing opportunities from others, isn¡¯t that hateful?¡± Ran Yuwei was unmoved, shaking her head: ¡°That¡¯s not a reason to harm others for your own benefit. If it weren¡¯t for the Crown Prince today, we would all be dead.¡± Su Xueni smiled and said: ¡°Young Master Xiao cares so much about Sister Ran, perhaps because her beast affinity physique can help you cultivate the Beast Suppression Scroll?¡± Lightly said, but hitting the mark! Ran Yuwei woke up from her dream, her beautiful eyes filled with disbelief, and her delicate body trembled. So that¡¯s it¡­ ¡°No!! Sister Ran, I am sincere towards you! Everyone else can die, but I don¡¯t want you to get hurt, can¡¯t you see that?¡± Xiao Chen waspletely broken. But in doing so, he indirectly admitted to letting hispanions die. ¡°Xiao Chen, you have disappointed me too much!¡± Ran Yuwei left a resolute look, no longer looking at Xiao Chen. ¡°Xiao Chen! Apologize to my dead brothers!¡± ¡°Heartless beast!¡± ¡¾Ding! Ran Yuwei is extremely disappointed in Xiao Chen, luck value -150, host viin points +1500¡¿ ¡¾Ding! Xiao Chen is betrayed by all, luck value -100, host viin points +1000¡¿ The system prompt sounded. From beginning to end, Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t even need to speak. Su Xueni, smart and sharp-tongued, this maid was worth having. ¡°Get lost!¡± Xiao Chen roared, his eyes bloodshot. ¡°Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west, don¡¯t bully the poor youth! Today¡¯s humiliation¡­ One day, I will return it tenfold!¡± After saying these powerful words, he angrily activated the Earth Shadow Beast ability, burrowing into the ground and escaping. ¡°Your Highness, shouldn¡¯t we kill him to prevent future troubles?¡± Zi Lianyou asked. ¡°No hurry, let him fatten up first.¡± ¡­¡­ Child of Luck: Xiao Chen Secret Treasure: Ancient Beast Taming Flute Luck: 400 (Green) Core of Luck: Beast Suppression Scroll Current Kill Rewards: Ancient Vulture Iron ws, Immortal Ape Heart Blood, Ancient Shura Eyes The more his luck value decreased, the more generous the kill rewards became! Exhausting his luck value would yield a luck treasure chest. Lin Qi¡¯an was in no hurry to kill him now and his own status had also changed. Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Tiang Immortal Dynasty, Crown Prince of Beiyang Cultivation: Peak of Heaven Dominion Realm Cultivation Techniques: Sword Manifestation (Fourth Layer), Nin Yang Divine Fire Technique (Fourth Layer) Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Physique, Sword Bone, Ancestral Dragon Divine Body (10% progress) Divine Abilities: Ten Thousand Swords to Court (Fourth Layer), Heavenly Flying Immortal (Second Layer)¡­ Storage: Fire Qilin Essence Blood, Beast Spirit Pot¡­ Viin Points: 62000 Luck Value: 150 (White) Chaos Treasure: Immortal Sword Spirit Box, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus, Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram Luck Artifact: Nine Yang Divine Sword Special: Heavenly Fate Viin Divine Eyes Now, Lin Qi¡¯an has gained the Ancestral Dragon Divine Body! If he cultivated this physique to the extreme, he might recreate the might of the Ancestral Dragon, subduing countless exotic beasts and ferocious creatures! The goal of subduing the beasts was achieved, it was time to set off, but before leaving, Lin Qi¡¯an decided to take this Daughter of Luck with him. A beast affinity physique like this spiritual body might pave an alternative path in the future. Moreover, Xiao Chen clearly still had an obsession with Ran Yuwei. With her around, he would not have to worry about not seeing Xiao Chen. Aftering out, Ran Yuwei first came to thank Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince, for your kindness. Ran Yuwei has little ability, but will repay you in the future!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took out two pills, smiling: ¡°This Profound Golden Pills can help the Sect Master recover quickly.¡± ¡°This¡­ how can I¡­¡± Ran Yuwei was overwhelmed with surprise. This generous and elegant girl showed embarrassment for the first time. ¡°It¡¯s fine.¡± Chapter 56 - Subduing Ran Yuwei, Setting Off! Chapter 56: Subduing Ran Yuwei, Setting Off! ¡°Take it and use it,¡± Li Feng also noticed that the Crown Prince might have taken a liking to Ran Yuwei. He immediately epted the pills: ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince!¡± Being favored by the Crown Prince was a tremendous honor for Yuwei; how could she refuse? ¡°I am preparing to return to Beiyang. Miss Ran, would you be interested ining along?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked with a smile. Upon hearing this, the Western-style girl¡¯s delicate body trembled, and two blushes appeared on her cheeks. Of course, she was a hundred times willing! Not to mention Beiyang¡¯s deep heritage and countless rare beasts that could help her grow faster, just the Crown Prince¡¯s Dragon Yang Dao Physique was enough to make her heart flutter¡­ If he truly fancied her and she had the opportunity to dual cultivate with him, she would soar to great heights! That Xiao Chen imed the Crown Prince took his sword bone, but it was clearly his father who did it when the Crown Prince was just a few years old. How could it be his fault? ¡°But¡­ Sect Master.¡± ¡°Silly girl, why worry about me?¡± Li Feng said earnestly: ¡°It is your good fortune to be invited by the Crown Prince. You should ept quickly!¡± The disciples of the Yushou Sect also urged her. ¡°Yes, Sister Ran, you should go! Although we will miss you, once you seed, you cane back and take care of us junior brothers.¡± Ran Yuwei nodded and met Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s gaze: ¡°I am willing to return to Beiyang with the Crown Prince!¡± She then looked at the junior brothers and sisters, reluctantly saying: ¡°I will miss my little pets. Remember how to feed them properly, and take good care of them for me.¡± ¡°Miss Ran, you can take them with you.¡± ¡°Ah? But¡­¡± Ran Yuwei had raised many rare birds and beasts in the sect. If she were to take them all, where would she put them? Living creatures couldn¡¯t be stored in rings. Lin Qi¡¯an took out the Beast Spirit Pot, smiling: ¡°You can put them all in here.¡± ¡°Just now, the Crown Prince seemed to use this to subdue Jiuying?¡± ¡°It can even hold living creatures, how amazing!¡± ¡°Of course, he is the Crown Prince of Beiyang, with countless rare treasures.¡± Everyone was envious. Ran Yuwei¡¯s beautiful eyes sparkled, her heart racing with excitement! She had shown a special physique since childhood, with an affinity for all beasts. Animals and rare beasts liked to get close to her, sometimes requiring her to bring them back to the sect. Without realizing it, she had raised quite a few! The biggest problem was finding a ce to keep them¡­ With this item, her problem would be perfectly solved. ¡°If Miss Ran likes it, this Beast Spirit Pot can be yours. In the future, all the exotic beasts I subdue, including Jiuying, will be under your care.¡± As Lin Qi¡¯an finished speaking, there were gasps of astonishment around! What the¡­ Everyone knew the Crown Prince of Beiyang was generous, but this was over the top! Why? Just because Sister Ran had a slim waist, long legs, and was charming? ¡°Crown Prince¡­ I cannot ept this!¡± Ran Yuwei covered her mouth with one hand, her starry eyes wide open and she was beyond shocked! Such a grand gift, even giving herself wouldn¡¯t be enough to repay¡­ No, if she did give herself, she would be the one benefiting. ¡°Of course, there is a condition: be my maid.¡± ¡°A maid?¡± For Ran Yuwei, this condition was too simple. The only pity was that bing a maid would mean no chance of dual cultivating with the Crown Prince. The Crown Prince was crafty! It seemed another sister would join soon. Su Xueni, clever and sharp, knew that with another sister joining, it was best to start winning hearts now to maintain her position. ¡°Ran sister, you might not know, but I am also the Crown Prince¡¯s maid.¡± Su Xueni smiled, holding Ran Yuwei¡¯s hand, her bright smile causing ripples in many men¡¯s hearts. ¡°The Saintess of Tianchi¡­ is a maid?¡± Ran Yuwei was stunned. Tianchi Holy Land was far more prestigious than the Yushou Sect! The Saintess was the second most beautiful woman in the Cann Dao Domain, far superior to herself. If even she was a maid, did the Crown Prince have a preference for this? ¡°Not just me, this is the Saintess of Ziyou Holy Land, also the Crown Prince¡¯s maid.¡± ¡°The Crown Prince treats his maids very well, Miss Ran, you can rest assured.¡± Hearing Su Xueni¡¯s words, Ran Yuwei had no more reservations and agreed happily. ¡°I am not very capable¡­ Please don¡¯t mind, Crown Prince.¡± ¡°No worries, just do what you¡¯re good at and take care of the spiritual beasts.¡± ¡°Alright!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an also instructed Jiuying ¡°Jiuying, from today, you are not to harm anyone around me and follow Ran Yuwei¡¯s orders.¡± With the blood contract, anymand from him, Jiuying had to obey unconditionally. ¡°Hehe¡­ I will certainly train, no, tame it well for the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Hahaha!¡± There was an immediate burst ofughter. The little secret was out! Ran Yuwei happily packed the spiritual beasts, bid farewell to everyone, and set off. Chapter 57 - The Empress Reborn! Both Princesses Head to Beiyang Chapter 57: The Empress Reborn! Both Princesses Head to Beiyang Lin Qi¡¯an led everyone back to the carriage. Three flood dragons werefortably lying on the ground, seemingly napping. ¡°Flood dragons!¡± Ran Yuwei¡¯s eyes lit up when she saw them. Who would have thought the Crown Prince would use flood dragons to pull his carriage? This was a dreame true for her! Following the Crown Prince truly had many benefits. ¡°These beasts are still sleeping. I¡¯ll whip them a few times!¡± a sword guard shouted. ¡°No need.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an looked at Ran Yuwei, smiling: ¡°Release Jiuying and give them a surprise.¡± ¡°Pfft, Your Highness is so bad¡­¡± Ran Yuwei also found it exciting and released Jiuying from the spirit pot. ¡°Roar!!¡± As soon as the dragon-bodied, snake-tailed beast emerged, it let out a thunderous roar. The three flood dragons woke up in shock and were so scared they wet themselves! They curled up in a ball, wondering where the Crown Prince had brought this terrifying beast from, fearing for their lives. ¡°Gah, gah, gah~~¡± Ran Yuweiughed loudly, not at all like a reserved and gentle saintess, but more lively and open. ¡°Alright, you can rest in the second line from now on.¡± ¡°Jiuying, this is your first job. If you perform well, I¡¯ll reward you with a few Profound Golden Pills to repair that damaged head.¡± ¡°I will do my best to please the Crown Prince!¡± Jiuying spoke in a woman¡¯s voice. At this moment, its eight heads were bouncing around, as happy as a 300-pound child. Following the Crown Prince was already showing its benefits. Ran Yuwei put the three flood dragons into the pot, instructing them not to bully her little animals. Then she climbed onto Jiuying¡¯s back, patting its head. With a soft fist, she threatened, ¡°Show your fierceness again, and if you don¡¯t perform well, I¡¯ll report you to the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Roar¡­¡± Jiuying dragged the golden carriage into the air, setting off. ¡°Drive!¡± Ran Yuwei held a leather whip, happily whipping Jiuying as her hair fluttered in the wind. Meanwhile, the two saintesses sat inside the carriage with Lin Qi¡¯an. The new sister was naturally pure and lively, a significant threat! ¡­¡­ Tiang Immortal Dynasty, Tai¡¯an Imperial City! Thergest city in the Cann Dao Domain. Vast and boundless, home to tens of billions of citizens and countless strong cultivators. Light streaks were often seen in the sky, and powerful cultivators frequently broke through, their auras soaring to the heavens. The streets were bustling, filled with people, a symbol of prosperity. The Divine Dragon Army, White Tiger Army, Fire Phoenix Army, and ck Tortoise Army guarded the city, deterring any foreign cultivators from causing trouble unless they had a death wish. The city was divided into the outer city, inner city, and pce city. The outer city was thergest, mainly housingmon citizens. The inner city was the backbone, home to ordinary cultivators, prestigious families, and wealthy merchants. The pce city housed powerful cultivators, nobles, and royal family members, all of high status. Within the pce walls, under a pavilion by a lotus pond, two people sat facing each other. ¡°Outrageous!¡± A man in a yellow robe pped the stone table. The maids on both sides instinctively closed their eyes, holding their breath. ¡°The Crown Prince of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an, dares to destroy sects and holynds at will! He doesn¡¯t even give face to the Zhao family and dares to run wild in Nanyue.¡± Zhao Ziyu, the eldest son and crown prince, wore a golden robe with dragon patterns and a white jade belt adorned with birds, flowers, and fish. ¡°Sister, this is your fianc¨¦! He iswless!¡± Zhao Ziyu was furious, but the woman sitting across from him showed no expression. Her eyes, filled with stars, gazed at the pond, lost in thought. Dressed in a golden gown, she exuded an indescribable noble aura. Her sharp, beautiful face seemed to epass all beauty, making people marvel. Her beauty could topple kingdoms, captivating all. The world ranked her first among peerless beauties! She was Princess Zhao Yunji. It was said that when she was born, a heavy rain fell on Tai¡¯an City, but she didn¡¯t cry. Instead, she smiled. Her smile cleared the skies, and a rainbow appeared. ¡°Your woman was taken; what does that have to do with me?¡± Zhao Yunji seemed indifferent to her brother¡¯s plight and offered nofort. ¡°The one who took my woman is your fianc¨¦! How does it not concern you?¡± ¡°I have never acknowledged this engagement. Besides, he hasn¡¯t set foot in Tai¡¯an City in twenty years. He is unworthy.¡± Their engagement was arranged by their fathers when they were children. The Sword Emperor and the Emperor of Tai¡¯an wererades who built the immortal dynasty together. It was natural for the Emperor to marry his daughter to strengthen the bond between the two families. But for twenty years, the younger generation of these families had never met. The reason was simple which was neither wanted to go to the other¡¯s ce. You don¡¯te to Taijian City, I don¡¯t go to Tai¡¯an City. Let¡¯s never meet. ¡°He, Lin Qi¡¯an, indeed doesn¡¯t deserve you, sister!¡± ¡°He doesn¡¯t dare enter Tai¡¯an City, doesn¡¯t dare meet you, yet goes around collecting maids and even took the woman I fancied. Outrageous! Hmph, men are all the same, aren¡¯t they?¡± Zhao Yunji nced at her brother with her beautiful eyes: ¡°You¡¯ve collected over a hundred bed maids, haven¡¯t you? He only took one.¡± ¡°I¡­ I¡­¡± Zhao Ziyu couldn¡¯t refute, his face turning red as he shouted: ¡°He took three!¡± ¡°What?¡± Unexpectedly, hearing this, the princess turned her gaze towards him. Her slightly narrowed eyes seemed to contain stars and gxies. ¡°He first took the Saintess of Tianchi, then the Saintess of Ziyou, and recently took a third one from the desert¡­¡± Ssh! Two sshes erupted from theke, shooting several meters high, startling the maids who instinctively shrank back. Zhao Ziyu¡¯s mouth twitched¡­ His beautiful sister¡¯s face was now covered with frost. Just now, she said it didn¡¯t concern her, but now she wasn¡¯t calm. ¡°In a few days, I will personally go to Beiyang.¡± Zhao Yunji took a deep breath. ¡°For what?¡± ¡°To annul the engagement.¡± ¡°Great, sister, I knew you wouldn¡¯t sit by! Remember, bring Su Xueni back for me.¡± ¡°Get lost!¡± ¡­¡­¡­. In another part of the pce city, Qingle Pce. The Emperor of Tai¡¯an wasn¡¯t a devoted man; he had many concubines and numerous children. Qingle Pce housed his most beloved youngest daughter. Zhao Qingmeng. This eighteen-year-old girl was known as a bewitching beauty capable of bringing down a country. Compared to her dignified sister, she was more lively and charming, loved by many. Due to her seclusion in the pce, few had seen her, and she wasn¡¯t ranked among the peerless beauties. But if truly evaluated, her beauty could rank in the top five! On the fragrant bed. Zhao Qingmeng suddenly woke up. She looked at her hands in disbelief, stunned for a moment. Muttering to herself: ¡°I have been reborn?¡± No one would have thought that a hundred yearster, this girl with no cultivation talent would be a formidable empress! Yes, the Empress reborn, living two lives. The scene of rivers of blood seemed to rey in her mind. Corpses everywhere, utterly helpless¡­ ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, why didn¡¯t youe to save me? Didn¡¯t you promise? You heartless man, how cruel!¡± Muttering his name, she clenched her fists, her teeth grinding. ¡°Someone! Prepare the carriage to Beiyang.¡± If her memory was correct, her sister would also head to Beiyang soon. From then on, her sister¡¯s rtionship with Lin Qi¡¯an would officially begin. She must reach there first, win over Lin Qi¡¯an and then kill him! Chapter 58 - Returning to Tianjian City in Beiyang, the Crown Prince Finally Comes Back! Chapter 58: Returning to Tianjian City in Beiyang, the Crown Prince Finally Comes Back! Another few days passed quickly. With Ran Yuwei¡¯s cheerful personality, she soon got along well with Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou. Naturally, she was also taken to the Lotus Realm to y and was amazed by the independent paradise world. She eagerly threw herself into building their home. Unlike the two saintesses, who had never touched menial tasks, Ran Yuwei was truly skilled. She often took care of various exotic beasts and built shelters for them, proving to be handy and adept at creating a home. Lin Qi¡¯an cut some wood and put it in the Lotus Realm. To his surprise, they actually built a small wooden house together! ¡°Your Highness,e quickly and see our creation!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was excitedly pulled into the Lotus Realm by Ran Yuwei. Standing in front of the small wooden house, he pondered, ¡°It¡¯s nice, but it¡¯s too small.¡± ¡°Ah, we can only manage this much.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled: ¡°When we return to Beiyang, I¡¯ll find some top-notch carpenters to build beautiful big houses.¡± Hearing this, Su Xueni¡¯s eyes lit up, ¡°Then I want this spot by the stream.¡± She imed the best location near the creek. ¡°Ah! So fast, then I want this spot! I like this area, I can build a fence and raise some small animals, hehe.¡± The girls started marking their territories. Lin Qi¡¯an thought: ¡°Why don¡¯t we build a quadrangle courtyard together? Isn¡¯t it better to enjoy together than separately?¡± Su Xueni¡¯s pale, beautiful face blushed slightly, ¡®Enjoying together¡­ isn¡¯t that a bit too open?¡¯ ¡­¡­ Beiyang Border. The border guards suddenly saw a ferocious beast galloping in the sky, immediately calling for attention. ¡°Wow! What is that pulling the carriage? It¡¯s terrifying!¡± ¡°Wait, that looks like the Crown Prince¡¯s carriage!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is back? Oh my, it really is, the sword guards are there too.¡± ¡°So imposing!¡± As soon as the Crown Prince returned to Beiyang, the people and cultivators were thrilled! His recent achievements had already spread through every street and alley, bing the talk of the town. Even children would wield wooden swords, imitating and shouting: ¡°I am the Crown Prince of Beiyang, borrowing ten thousand swords, killing thousands! The woman I fancy is mine!¡± Little girls also aspired to be the Crown Prince¡¯s maid, setting lofty goals from a young age. For instance, the great battle in Nanyue where the Crown Prince single-handedly subdued countless prodigies was well-known, everyone was familiar with it. ¡°Crown Prince!!¡± As the carriage passed, countless adults and children ran out from their homes, waving and shouting at the sky. ¡°So magnificent¡­¡± Sitting on Jiuying, Ran Yuwei looked down at the grand city and the countless citizens, feeling excited. This ce was indeed the right choice. Staying in the desert might have kept her ignorant all her life. Lin Qi¡¯an also came out, waving to the people below. ¡°The Crown Prince is truly beloved by the people.¡± Su Xueni remarked. As the most knowledgeable among the three girls, she often said things that pleased Lin Qi¡¯an. At this moment, Ran Yuwei would nod like a pecking chick. The Crown Prince is indeed a good person. At least, during their time together, he treated his maids very well. He had no airs at all. Sincerity was his killer move. Lin Qi¡¯an had strong purposes, but he never mistreated those who submitted to him. That¡¯s why Ran Yuwei was loyal. If Xiao Chen didn¡¯t know what was good for him and still targeted the Crown Prince, she wouldn¡¯t hold back! Soon, the carriage flew to the sky city. The sky city was home to many cultivators and powerful sword guards! ¡°Wee back, Crown Prince!¡± In front, rows of sword guards saluted in unison, making Ran Yuwei feel a bit embarrassed, as if the honor was for her. ¡°At ease.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded to the guards: ¡°You have worked hard. Pass on my order for rewards!¡± ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince!¡± After the sword guards left, Lin Qi¡¯an said: ¡°Aunt You, you¡¯ve worked hard too. Go and rest.¡± ¡°Hmm.¡± The carriage continued to the celestial pce, stopping on a vastwn outside. Jiuying immediately wilted, its nine heads drooping to the ground, not daring to lift them at all. Not far ahead stood a bearded man in a wide-sleeved robe, who could probably kill it with just a nce! As Lin Qi¡¯an got off the carriage, a girl in a red dress ran up and threw herself into his arms. ¡°Brother, you¡¯re finally back!¡± ¡°Hongyu, you haven¡¯t grown taller in all this time!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an rubbed his sister¡¯s head, smiling. ¡°Hmph! You only know how to rub my head, of course, I can¡¯t grow tall!¡± Hongyu pouted, her cheeks puffing like a goldfish, extremely cute. ¡°Alright, alright.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an held his sister¡¯s hand, walking forward. Ahead were his father, Sword Emperor Lin Weixuan, and his mother, Mu Qingzhu. ¡°Greetings, Father and Mother!¡± ¡°Hahaha.¡± The Sword Emperorughed heartily, patting his son¡¯s shoulder: ¡°Son, you¡¯ve brought great honor to Beiyang this time, well done!¡± ¡°You always indulge him.¡± Mu Qingzhu, though indulgent in front of others, would still act strictly as a mother when meeting her son. ¡°You dared to take a woman fancied by a prince! Quick, bring her to let me see what kind of beauty could captivate my son so much.¡± Chapter 59 - The Princess Arrives! The Reborn Empress Has Come Chapter 59: The Princess Arrives! The Reborn Empress Has Come ¡°Xueni,e over.¡± Su Xueni never expected that she would have the honor of meeting the Sword Emperor! The other two girls were both envious and surprised. The Crown Prince didn¡¯t treat his maids as mere servants; he even introduced them to his parents¡­ Being the Crown Prince¡¯s maid came with impable treatment in every aspect. If word got out, countless women woulde forward to volunteer! ¡°Xueni greets the King of the North and the Queen.¡± Su Xueni suppressed her excitement and respectfully greeted them. In front of the Sword Emperor, she felt as insignificant as an ant under a towering mountain. However, with the Crown Prince by her side, she felt much more at ease. Mu Qingzhu, who was the number one beauty in the Cann Dao Domain three thousand years ago, still retained her peerless elegance, now enhanced with a mature charm and noble demeanor. ¡°Rise, you are indeed a beautiful and graceful girl.¡± Mu Qingzhu smiled: ¡°Qi¡¯an, if you like her, you can marry her as a concubine. This way, the Prince of Tai¡¯an won¡¯te asking for her.¡± Concubine! Hearing this, Su Xueni felt a surge of joy in her heart. ¡°No rush. I enjoy watching him try to snatch her but fail. Isn¡¯t it amusing?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, ying his role as a viin. Hmph, His Highness is so mischievous¡­ ¡°You¡¯ve certainly inherited your father¡¯s traits!¡± Mu Qingzhu couldn¡¯t help but roll her eyes. The Lin family seemed to have a penchant for snatching other people¡¯s women. Three thousand years ago, Mu Qingzhu herself was one of those women, so she knew this very well. ¡°Brother, Father only married after bing an Emperor. You¡¯re still weak, so you shouldn¡¯t rush into it!¡± Lin Hongyu teased, tugging at Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s clothes. Su Xueni nced at the girl in the red dress; it seemed she had an issue with her future sister-inw! ¡°You know so much.¡± Lin Qi¡¯anughed, rubbing his sister¡¯s head. At this moment, a sword guard flew over, kneeling: ¡°Report, the carriage of the Tai¡¯an royal family has arrived outside Tianjian City!¡± They¡¯vee so quickly? Seems they couldn¡¯t wait. ¡°Is it the Prince of Tai¡¯an?¡± ¡°Your Highness, it appears to be Princess Qingmeng.¡± Not the prince or the fianc¨¦e, but the Emperor¡¯s most beloved youngest daughter, Zhao Qingmeng? Why has shee to Beiyang? Is she here to help her brother get a woman, or to negotiate her sister¡¯s marriage? Mu Qingzhu nced at Lin Qi¡¯an. He quickly said: ¡°Mother, don¡¯t look at me, I don¡¯t know either.¡± ¡°If you don¡¯t know, then go greet the princess. I leave this matter entirely to you.¡± ¡°Uh¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an called his maids: ¡°Come with me to greet the princess.¡± He couldn¡¯t guess her intentions at all. The Emperor of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty had two daughters. The elder daughter, titled Qingyue, is named Zhao Yunji was incredibly talented and noble! With a Supreme Yin Divine Physique, her cultivation speed was unmatched. She also possessed innate charm, making the high and mighty princess irresistibly alluring, which was why she topped the list of peerless beauties! The younger daughter, titled Qingle, was named Zhao Qingmeng. She was pampered since childhood but had no cultivation talent, being just an ordinary person. This was the most regrettable point, as ordinary people only had a lifespan of about a hundred years, making her cherished. So, she got everything she wanted! She was also a bewitching beauty, lively and adorable. ¡°Why would the princess seek the Crown Prince?¡± Zi Lianyou asked quietly. ¡°I don¡¯t know, it feels strange. They shouldn¡¯t have any connection.¡± Su Xueni shook her head. At this moment, a system prompt echoed in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind. ¡¾Ding! Detected a Daughter of Luck ¡°Zhao Qingmeng,¡± sessfully involved in the plot.¡¿ A Daughter of Luck?! Lin Qi¡¯an was astonished. That¡¯s strange, usually, he detects the son of luck first, why not this time? He quickly checked her stats. Daughter of Luck: Zhao Qingmeng Secret Treasure: Divine Origin Golden Bell Luck: 1200 (Gold) Core of Luck: Reborn Empress Current Kill Reward: None Reborn Empress!! A rebirth plot, and she¡¯s an empress? Impossible, Zhao Qingmeng never had any cultivation talent, how could she be an empress in the future? Even her incredibly talented sister might not achieve that! ¡¾This target is too powerful. Please choose a strategy route to receive corresponding assistance.¡¿ ¡¾Route One: Kill¡¿ ¡¾Route Two: Subdue¡¿ When killing, the luck treasure chest obtained is based on the amount of luck value reduced from the target. If fully subdued, the full luck treasure chest can still be obtained. The benefits are simr, depending on the target¡¯s hostility. Activating the Heavenly Fate Viin Divine Eyes, his gaze pierced through countless obstacles, instantly locating her! ¡¾Zhao Qingmeng, Hostility: 80¡¿ The hostility isn¡¯t at 100, so it¡¯s not a deep-seated hatred. When reduced to 0, she should be close to being subdued. But why does she have such high hostility towards me? I didn¡¯t wrong her sister, nor her. Could it be because I took her brother¡¯s woman? Chapter 60 - Gaining a Temporary Hack, Able to Hear the Empresss Thoughts! Chapter 60: Gaining a Temporary Hack, Able to Hear the Empress¡¯s Thoughts! Lin Qi¡¯an then suddenly realized that she was reborn from the future! She has memories! ¡®She is so hostile to me, she must have been messed up by me in the future¡­ Thinking this way, there is a chance to save it, as long as I don¡¯t mess with her.¡¯ ¡®Moreover, she is the Emperor¡¯s most beloved daughter. Without any personal grudge, I can¡¯t just kill her outright.¡¯ ¡°I choose to subdue her!¡± ¡¾Ding! Route selection sessful¡¿ ¡¾You have gained assistance from this route: You can hear the other party¡¯s thoughts¡¿ Hearing thoughts? This hack seems quite good. ¡®At least I can obtain a lot of useful information to strategize against her.¡¯ Bringing along three maids, they arrived at the city gate. Zhao Qingmeng was sitting in the carriage. There were nearly a hundred guards, all experts from the Tai¡¯an Imperial City. There was also an old servant in in clothes, even Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t see through his aura. ¡°Your Highness, forgive me for noting out to meet you earlier!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an tried to be as polite as possible. The golden curtain lifted, a slender figure slowly descended from the magnificent carriage. A face of devastating beauty appeared. The little princess was wearing a frost-colored long dress, intricately embroidered with countless dark golden closed-eyed dragons. Her jet-ck hair was adorned with golden rings, exuding extreme luxury. Truly a noble person, perhaps even her bones and flesh were soft, making one fantasize about holding her in one¡¯s arms and tenderly cherishing her. At first nce, Zhao Qingmeng saw the three beautiful maids beside Lin Qi¡¯an, each stunning in their own way. ¡¾Zhao Qingmeng, hostility: 82¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an: ? Fortunately, he could hear her thoughts. ¡¾Damned Lin Qi¡¯an, your maids are all stunningly beautiful, just as promiscuous as in the previous life¡¿ ¡¾I hope you haven¡¯t already slept with these maids, or the first share of the Dragon Yang Dao Physique will be lost¡¿ After listening, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s facial muscles twitched! Too many points toin about! ¡®She actually knows I have the Dragon Yang Dao Physique! And from what she means¡­ In her previous life, I slept with her? Impossible! The one engaged to me is your sister!¡¯ This high-level game is not as simple as suppressing a daughter of luck¡­ Standing before him was the future Empress! ¡°I¡¯ve long heard that the Beiyang Prince is unparalleled in his looks. Seeing you today, your reputation is well deserved.¡± Zhao Qingmeng smiled lightly, revealing two sweet and charming dimples. ¡¾This dog man, his appearance is indeed good, otherwise in the previous life, I wouldn¡¯t have gone behind my sister¡¯s back¡­¡¿ Hearing her thoughts, Lin Qi¡¯an was shocked. ¡®So we secretly had an affair behind your sister¡¯s back? ying so excitingly!¡¯ ¡°Princess, you tter me. Please,e in!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an prepared to take her to the pce and instructed his men to arrange for her entourage. ¡°Old Wei, you don¡¯t need to follow this princess.¡± Zhao Qingmeng prepared to dismiss her escort. ¡°Princess, that is uneptable. This old servant must stay by your side to protect you!¡± This powerful protector obviously didn¡¯t want to leave. ¡°No need. Tianjian City is the territory of the Sword Emperor. With the prince, how could this princess be in danger!¡± ¡¾ording to my memory, my sister will alsoe to Beiyang in a few days¡¿ ¡¾In the previous life, their rtionship started from this point¡¿ ¡¾In this life, I must take the lead. These guards are just a hindrance¡¿ Old Wei couldn¡¯t win against the willful princess, so he had to say, ¡°Then I entrust the princess to the prince¡¯s good care!¡± Thus, Zhao Qingmeng only brought a few maids and joined Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s group. ¡°Greetings, Princess!¡± Su Xueni and the others bowed. ¡¾Heh, a bunch of ordinary women! I hope you have some self-awareness and don¡¯t ruin this princess¡¯s big ns¡¿ ¡°Your Highness, about¡­¡± ¡°No need to be so formal.¡± Zhao Qingmeng smiled and said, ¡°You are older than me, I will call you Brother Lin, and you can call me Sister Qingmeng, okay?¡± ¡°This might be inappropriate, right?¡± ¡¾Inappropriate? In the previous life, you called me Meng¡¯er, and during our intimate moments, you insisted I call you Brother!¡¿ ¡¾Now you¡¯re hiding it well, huh?¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an thought, ¡®Am I such a pervert in the future?¡¯ ¡°Perfectly appropriate!¡± She smiled innocently. ¡°Very well, Sister Qingmeng, may I ask why you came to Beiyang?¡± ¡°I heard that Brother Lin was immensely glorious before, using ten thousand swords to kill a thousand people, suppressing countless geniuses alone.¡± ¡°My heart admires you, so I came to see your splendor!¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s smile was sweet, her dimples charming. But beneath this mesmerizing smile was a terrifying psychological activity. ¡¾There is only one purpose foring here, first sleep with you, then kill you¡¿ ¡®Sleep with me?¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly realized! The reason she could be the Empress in the future was because she dual-cultivated with the Dragon Yang Dao Physique? ¡®So in this life, she hurried over to advance the dual cultivation and then exact revenge¡­ Quite ruthless! However, knowing your purpose, you will never outy me.¡¯ As long as she doesn¡¯t seed, just keep her dangling. Once the hatred value drops to zero, then let her seed. ¡®By that time, she will have no killing intent, and I can subdue her and gain rewards.¡¯ ¡®No matter how this little demoness tempts me, I must not fall for it. Wait, in a few days, that princess will alsoe to Beiyang?¡¯ ¡®When the sisters meet¡­ Won¡¯t it be a bit awkward if the older sister finds her younger sister secretly seducing her fianc¨¦?¡¯ Chapter 61 - Brother Lin, Im Afraid... Chapter 61: Brother Lin, I¡¯m Afraid¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an arranged Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s sleeping quarters right next to his own. He specially assigned a team of highly skilled sword guards. ¡°Listen carefully! Princess Qingmeng is of noble stature. If she loses even a single hair, I will hold you all ountable!¡± ¡°Understood!¡± ¡¾He¡¯s actually quite considerate. In the previous life, he never showed such gentleness to anyone.¡¿ Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s hostility decreased to 76. It seems that as long as he treats her sincerely,pletely eliminating her hostility wouldn¡¯t be too difficult. ¡°Sister Qingmeng, rest well today. Tomorrow, I¡¯ll take you to tour Tianjian City.¡± ¡°Okay.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was about to leave. ¡°By the way, Brother Lin, can you lend your maid to me? I want to hear about your journey.¡± ¡°Sure, Xueni, go serve the princess.¡± ¡°Yes, Master.¡± The clever Su Xueni knew what to say and what not to say. With her following, Lin Qi¡¯an felt at ease. Inside the sleeping quarters. Lin Qi¡¯an had just left when Zhao Qingmeng pulled Su Xueni over to inquire as she didn¡¯t have much time. ¡°Su Xueni, answer everything I ask truthfully, without any concealment.¡± She no longer pretended, even showing a bit of the majesty of a Great Emperor, with stars seemingly flickering in her eyes. ¡°Please ask, Your Highness¡­¡± ¡°Has Lin Qi¡¯an ever asked you to sleep with him?¡± ¡°No, Your Highness, the prince does not seem to be obsessed with women and has never asked us to sleep with him.¡± Upon hearing this, Zhao Qingmeng was overjoyed. Great, the first share is still avable, but in the previous life, Lin Qi¡¯an was surrounded by beautiful women and didn¡¯t seem like a gentleman, which is strange. ¡®No matter, with my beauty and noble status. Using some means, I am not afraid he won¡¯t take the bait! Moreover, my sister hasn¡¯t arrived in Tianjian City yet. Who can be my opponent?¡¯ That night. ¡°Cough, cough!¡± Zhao Qingmeng coughed twice. Su Xueni immediately came over to check on her. The delicate princess, curled up in the bed, said softly, ¡°I might have caught a cold. Please call Brother Lin over. I want to see him.¡± ¡°Okay, Your Highness, please wait a moment.¡± Su Xueni thought to herself. ¡®Why is this princess acting so coquettishly? It¡¯s just a cold, a simple pill would cure it. Why does she need the prince toe personally?¡¯ But she still delivered the message and Lin Qi¡¯an hurried over. The warm candlelight illuminated the delicate and charming face. Zhao Qingmeng was only wearing a thin white silk nightgown, curled up in the bed like an adorable cat. ¡°Cough, cough!¡± When Lin Qi¡¯an entered, she coughed twice more. ¡°Qingmeng, I heard from Xueni that you caught a cold? It¡¯s my fault for not taking good care of you. Don¡¯t move!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an channeled his energy, a pure and warm dragon qi flowed into Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s body through her rosy lips. ¡¾This qi¡­ so warm, so familiar¡¿ ¡¾Didn¡¯t expect him to be so gentle at this moment¡¿ Zhao Qingmeng shyly shrank her body, burying her blushing face, only revealing her captivating eyes. She didn¡¯t know that her thoughts werepletely exposed. A reborn Empress, supposed to return as a ruler, yet her heart wavered for this heartless man and even she felt ashamed. ¡°Thank you, Brother Lin¡­¡± Her voice was like a mosquito, gently scratching at one¡¯s heart, arousing an endless desire to protect. ¡°You¡¯re wee. It¡¯ste. If there¡¯s nothing else, I¡¯ll leave.¡± Seeing Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s hatred value drop to 65, Lin Qi¡¯an was very satisfied. This was easier than suppressing the protagonist! ¡¾You want to leave? After all the trouble to get you here, how could I let you go so easily?¡¿ ¡°Don¡¯t go!¡± A pair of soft, white hands reached out from the bed, grabbing Lin Qi¡¯an. Her bright eyes were like water, soft and weak: ¡°I have something to say to Brother Lin in private¡­¡± ¡°Xueni, leave us for now and close the door.¡± ¡°Understood.¡± Su Xueni left quickly, feeling heavy-hearted. ¡®I came first, will the prince forget our double cultivation promise?¡¯ She felt lost as after all, the princess¡¯s noble status was something she couldn¡¯t match. In the bedroom. Zhao Qingmeng bit her tender red lips, almost drawing water. ¡°Brother Lin, I have been unable to cultivate since I was young, always an ordinary weak girl¡­¡± Her pitiful look would make any man feel moved. ¡¾Because I have the Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Physique, unlike my sister¡¯s Supreme Yin Divine Body, it must be activated through dual cultivation to open the spiritual apertures.¡¿ Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Body! The world¡¯s top dual cultivation furnace! Even a Great Emperor would be tempted. Damn, if this news spreads, who knows how many emperors from various domains would gather in Cann to seize her! ¡¾Father killed all who knew, letting me live as an ordinary girl.¡¿ ¡¾If you hadn¡¯t taken me in the previous life, opening all my spiritual apertures, I might never have known this secret.¡¿ ¡¾As long as I can sessfully dual cultivate with your Dragon Yang Dao Physique, my Taiyin Jade Maiden Body¡¯s potential will be fully activated, leading me to the Great Emperor path.¡¿ ¡® Taken?¡¯After hearing her thoughts, Lin Qi¡¯an understood most of it and was greatly shocked. The girl gently pulled his hand, tugging him towards the bed. ¡°Brother Lin, I¡¯m afraid to sleep alone¡­¡± Chapter 62 - Hatred Value Decreases! You Want to Manipulate Me, But Ill Keep You Hanging Chapter 62: Hatred Value Decreases! You Want to Manipte Me, But I¡¯ll Keep You Hanging ¡°Brother Lin, I¡¯m afraid to sleep alone¡­¡± In this situation, any man would be tempted, but Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t forget. He had first promised Su Xueni, and he couldn¡¯t be a scumbag. Moreover, if this girl achieves her goal and her strength soars, she would want to kill him¡­ Before her hatred value drops to 0, even if she¡¯s delivered to his door, he won¡¯t take the bait! Flirting with her first is the correct strategy. ¡°Don¡¯t be afraid.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an leaned down and kissed her on the forehead. Zhao Qingmeng had already instinctively closed her eyes, ready to be taken, but unexpectedly, this guy just kissed her lightly! Her beautiful eyes widened in disbelief. ¡¾So gentle, so much like a gentleman. This isn¡¯t like you, you bastard.¡¿ ¡¾In the previous life, you even had me and my sister serve you together.¡¿ Now, she didn¡¯t know what to do, and her hatred value dropped to 60. ¡°Rest well. Tomorrow, I¡¯ll take you out to y. For now, I¡¯ll go prepare the itinerary. Let Xueni apany you to sleep. Be good.¡± The future Empress, now overwhelmed by this tender gesture, felt her heart race. She could only let out a kitten-like whine, ¡°Mm¡­¡± ¡¾Zhao Qingmeng, hatred value: 55¡¿ Seeing today¡¯s results, Lin Qi¡¯an left satisfied. He opened the door and saw Su Xueni waiting anxiously: ¡°Your Highness, you came out!¡± She was very happy, it seemed His Highness hadn¡¯t fallen. After all, even if he was fast, it couldn¡¯t have been that fast. ¡°Look at you, so anxious.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an affectionately rubbed Su Xueni¡¯s cheek, ¡°Cultivate well, and you¡¯ll seed.¡± ¡°Mm-hmm!¡± Su Xueni was overjoyed. His Highness still cared most about her, making her very happy. Of course, this conversation was blocked by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s spiritual power, so Zhao Qingmeng inside the room couldn¡¯t hear it. ¡®You want to manipte me¡­ don¡¯t me me for manipting you.¡¯ Wuying Mountain, Ghost Fiend Pce! No one knew that this ce was a demon sect¡¯s territory. These demon sects were mostly good at hiding, and the Ghost Fiend Pce was hidden under the Cloud Mist Great Formation, existing for thousands of years without being discovered. ¡°Tai¡¯an Emperor¡¯s precious little daughter went to Beiyang? Hahaha, good! Heaven helps me, heaven helps me!¡± On the cold throne, the Ghost King in ckughed wildly. ¡°Chimei, Wangliang, you four go to Beiyang together. Make sure to bring that little girl back to me!¡± Chimei and Wangliang were the four great generals under hismand, all of whom had reached the Transcendent realm. Their demon sect techniques made them extremely ferocious, feared by all. ¡°Ghost King, that¡¯s the Sword Emperor¡¯s territory. Is it appropriate for us to go there and capture someone?¡± ¡°What are you afraid of? That little girl can¡¯t possibly stay in Tianjian City forever. Hide first and wait for an opportunity.¡± The Ghost King sneered, ¡°If you bring her back, I guarantee you all will reach the Celestial realm without any bottlenecks!¡± ¡°But¡­ aren¡¯t you afraid of the Sword Emperor¡¯s retaliation?¡± ¡°Afraid of what? The Cloud Mist Sect Protection Formation has stood for a thousand years without being broken. Even a Great Emperor can¡¯t find us!¡± ¡°Very well, we will do our best!¡± The four were overjoyed and disappeared into the shadows, heading towards Beiyang. ¡°Tai¡¯an Emperor, you think you¡¯ve killed everyone who knew the secret, but you don¡¯t know that when the Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Body appeared, there was a celestial phenomenon.¡± ¡°My Ghost Fiend Pce specializes in furnace capturing techniques, how could we not know! All these years, she¡¯s been in the pce city with no chance to act. Now she hase out, haha!¡± If they could capture that noble body, reaching quasi-Saint would be just around the corner! Tianjian City. The sky was clear, and the sun was bright which was perfect day for a trip. Lin Qi¡¯an took Zhao Qingmeng, along with a few maids and servants, and went out quietly. ¡°Let¡¯s go, today I¡¯ll show you around Tianjian City.¡± As they were about to leave the pce, a fiery figure quickly ran over. It was Lin Hongyu. ¡°Brother, you rarelye back. You take them out to y but not me!¡± ¡°Haha, sorry, I was afraid you knew Tianjian City too well and would find it boring.¡± ¡°It¡¯s fun as long as I¡¯m with you!¡± Lin Hongyu pouted, leading the way. Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng walked side by side. Three stunning maids followed behind. This lineup, no matter how low-key, couldn¡¯t stay low-key. Their average beauty was too overwhelming. On the street, many people recognized Lin Qi¡¯an and Lin Hongyu. Early in the morning, the city was abuzz, with people calling out for the prince everywhere. Some even threw flowers and handkerchiefs, hoping the prince would nce at them, like fans chasing a star. ¡°You¡¯re really popr¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng noticed. To prevent the crazy crowd from affecting her, Lin Qi¡¯an used his spiritual power to create a defensive barrier, protecting her tightly. ¡¾Damned gentleness¡­ why has this man suddenly be like this?¡¿ She bit her lip. If this continued, she might be reluctant to act against him! The group yed, ate, and drank all the way, having a great time. In the afternoon. Lin Qi¡¯an let the group rest at a teahouse, ¡°Rest here for a while and have some snacks.¡± ¡°Yuwie,e with me. I¡¯ll take you to a good ce.¡± ¡°Coming!¡± Ran Yuwei eagerly followed. Chapter 63 - Spirit Beast Pavilion, Xiao Chen, We Meet Again Chapter 63: Spirit Beast Pavilion, Xiao Chen, We Meet Again ¡°Your Highness, where are we going?¡± ¡°Lingshou Pavilion.¡± In Tianjian City, the Lingshou Pavilion is thergest spirit beast breeding base. Inside, there are all kinds of rare birds and exotic beasts, and special teams frequently go out to restock. Ran Yuwei should like it. However, the main reason for bringing her here alone is because he saw a certain son of luck following them. Xiao Chen! Sons of luck always disguise themselves, and he was no exception. This guy even followed them into Tianjian City, changed his identity, and is working at the Lingshou Pavilion, using various spirit beasts to increase his power. ¡®Well, sorry, but to fulfill my duties as a viin, I have toe and suppress you.¡¯ ¡°Spirit Beast Pavilion? That¡¯s great!¡± Ran Yuwei was overjoyed, her eyes squinting into a line. ¡®The prince is truly kind to his maid! Taking the princess out to y, yet thinking of me¡­ hehe.¡¯ ¡­ Lingshou Pavilion. Xiao Chen was feeding spirit beasts in the breeding courtyard. He had actively applied to work here, and due to his excellent job performance, he quickly became a core member, thus gaining the qualification to feed the beasts. Every night when no one was around, he would quietlye here. Unfolding the Beasts Scroll, he would kill a spirit beast and absorb its power. As a result, he grew rapidly, as if he was cheating! In just a few days, he had reached the peak of the Heaven Dominion Realm. The humiliation he suffered that day was etched in his heart, haunting him every night. ¡®Lin Qi¡¯an, just wait! Everything I lost, I will make you pay back double!¡¯ As his thoughts surged, he was suddenly called out by the shopkeeper. ¡°Why is there another spirit beast missing? Strange, could some animal be eating them? Xiao Chen, have you noticed anything unusualtely?¡± Xiao Chen shook his head, ¡°No, shopkeeper, everything seems normal when I feed them.¡± ¡°Strange! The missing spirit beasts are all different kinds. If they were stolen, it wouldn¡¯t make sense for it to happen this way!¡± The shopkeeper was puzzled. At this moment, two guests walked in. Xiao Chen¡¯s pupils shrank, a burst of anger erupting instantly! Lin Qi¡¯an and Ran Yuwei, walking side by side. A handsome man and a beautiful woman like they were made for each other. Ran Yuwie had a radiant smile, lively and spirited. Just one look, and it was clear she was in a great mood. ¡®Why! Why!¡¯ The shopkeeper was also startled, as there was quite amotion outside. Coming out to look, he saw that elegant figure in white, and almost fainted from shock. ¡°Your Highness the Crown Prince! Oh my, I didn¡¯t expect the Crown Prince to visit us in person. Our humble shop is truly honored, pleasee in!¡± The shopkeeper nodded and bowed, following respectfully behind. However, he noticed the new employee, Liu Chen (Xiao Chen¡¯s alias), was still standing there dumbly, not paying his respects, and kicked him. ¡°You blind fool, do you not see the Crown Prince? Are you looking to die!¡± Xiao Chen gritted his teeth and bowed his head, standing aside and paying respects. The Senior Sister he had longed for didn¡¯t even nce at him. ¡°Your Highness, what do you need today?¡± ¡°Just bringing my maid to look around, she likes these things.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an strolled through the pavilion, hands behind his back, as if he were walking in his own backyard. ¡°Of course! Miss, feel free to choose any spirit beast pet you like, and our shop will give it to you!¡± Ran Yuwei giggled, ¡°No need, I will pay. I don¡¯t want to ruin your business.¡± As soon as she entered the spirit beast breeding area, the spirit beasts went wild! Chirping, cooing, making all sorts of noises. They swarmed towards her, affectionately rubbing against her hands. ¡°Wow, so many! Golden Silk Spirit Sparrow, so beautiful and Red-Eyed Ice Rabbit, so cute!¡± Here, her true nature was immediately unleashed. The shopkeeper and the staff were all stunned. ¡°This¡­ this is! Affinity with Myriad Beasts Physique!¡± The beautiful maid beside the Prince turned out to have the Affinity with Myriad Beasts Physique! No wonder the Prince maid was so extraordinary. Especially those ordinary workers, they had never seen such a beautiful woman, with an exotic charm! Those slender arms with gold bracelets, that soft waist like a water snake, and a t, wless abdomen, perfect. Only the Prince could possess such a woman¡­ They felt satisfied just by looking at her. In the crowd of workers, Xiao Chen gritted his teeth, his eyes filled with hatred. ¡°If it weren¡¯t for him¡­ Senior Sister would be mine! Lin Qi¡¯an, I hate you!¡± Letting Ran Yuwei enjoy herself, Lin Qi¡¯an asked the shopkeeper, ¡°Has anything strange happened here recently?¡± ¡°Your Highness, you are indeed wise. Yes, there has been!¡± The shopkeeper, amazed by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s foresight, exined the recent spirit beast disappearances. As expected, Xiao Chen needed to be stronger by using the Myriad Beasts Scroll, absorbing spirit and fierce beasts. ¡°Alright, I understand.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an already had a n. Find a ce with good concealment and use a Memory Stone to record all of Xiao Chen¡¯s actions. Then show this Memory Stone to the shopkeeper and Ran Yuwei. By then, their expressions will surely be priceless. Chapter 64 - The Villain Embraces the Goddess, the Son of Luck Can Only Stare, Very Satisfying Chapter 64: The Viin Embraces the Goddess, the Son of Luck Can Only Stare, Very Satisfying As they left. Ran Yuwei bought a bunch of cute spirit beasts, nning to take them back to the Lotus Realm to raise and y with! She was extremely happy. The shopkeeper tried desperately to give them away for free. Only under Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s orders did he finally ept the money. ¡°Your Highness, you are so kind to me! Oh, I don¡¯t even know how to repay you.¡± Ran Yuwei furrowed her eyebrows, looking troubled. She wished the Prince would ask something of her. Otherwise, she would feel too embarrassed! ¡°Want to repay me? You can.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an reached out. He wrapped his arm around her soft waist, pulling Ran Yuwei into his embrace, making her blush and her heart race, blinking repeatedly. ¡°Your, Your Highness¡­¡± ¡°What, the Saintess of Tianchi often lets me sleep on herp, and you are not willing to let me hug your waist?¡± ¡°Willing, I am willing! If Your Highness likes, you can do it anytime¡­¡± Ran Yuwei¡¯s voice trailed off, her shy and enchanting eyes looking elsewhere. At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯anpletely resembled a domineering yboy harassing a woman on the street! Sure enough, exmations of surprise erupted around them. However, they weren¡¯t envious of Lin Qi¡¯an but of Ran Yuwei. ¡°Wow, this girl is so lucky! I heard she¡¯s a maid the Prince picked up from outside, so envious!¡± ¡°Your Highness, when will you pick up maids in Tianjian City too?¡± At the entrance of the Lingshou Pavilion. Xiao Chen stood there, his eyes about to burst! Countless times he had fantasized about holding Senior Sister¡¯s soft waist. But today, Lin Qi¡¯an casually achieved it. Rage welled up inside him, almost bursting out! ¡°Still looking, still looking?¡± Another kicknded on his butt. Xiao Chen staggered a step, seeing it was the shopkeeper, he dared not express his anger. ¡°You¡¯ve been staring at them the whole time just now, don¡¯t think I didn¡¯t notice! That¡¯s the prince¡¯s woman, who do you think you are?¡± ¡°Even in your dreams, you don¡¯t stand a chance, get back to work!¡± ¡°Yes¡­¡± Ding! Xiao Chen¡¯s state of mind copses, Luck Value -100, Host Viin Points +1000 Originally, Xiao Chen¡¯s Luck Value had been recovering these days, his mindset gradually stabilizing, and his strength constantly improving. But today, it nearly shatteredpletely! Lin Qi¡¯an received the system prompt and couldn¡¯t help but feel that being a viin was indeed satisfying. On his side, goddesses and fairies lined up, while the protagonist of luck was ridiculed and suppressed. He is unable to tear off his disguise and only able to watch helplessly as the goddess was embraced by someone else. ¡®Very satisfying and tomorrow there¡¯s another big gift for Xiao Chen. Hope he can still hold on hehe¡­¡¯ Returning to the teahouse, reuniting with everyone. When asked what they had been doing just now, Ran Yuwei excitedly recounted, beaming with joy. ¡¾This dog man, how is he so considerate to every woman?¡¿ ¡¾Taking me out to y, yet not forgetting to care for the maid¡¿ ¡¾He wasn¡¯t this nice before¡¿ Zhao Qingmeng was a bit puzzled. ¡°Brother, you didn¡¯t give me any gifts, you¡¯re being unfair!¡± Lin Hongyu pouted, turning her head away in a sulk. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, of course I saved something for you. Hongyu, look, what¡¯s this?¡± On Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s fingertip, a drop of scarlet essence blood floated, exuding a rich fiery aura. ¡°Fire Qilin Essence Blood!¡± Lin Hongyu, already cultivating the Fire Phoenix Physique, was very sensitive to fire energy. This was a heavenly treasure, a great supplement! Even Tianjian City didn¡¯t have it! Lin Hongyu¡¯s eyes immediately sparkled. ¡°Brother, I take back what I said, you still love me the most!¡± ¡°Haha, you¡¯re the smart one.¡± The surrounding maids also showed heartfelt smiles. Following the Prince, being treated like family, was already a great blessing. ¡¾This little girl is still so clingy¡¿ ¡¾She will be domineering in the future, Phoenix Divine Physique, divine fire, burning anyone she dislikes¡¿ ¡¾It¡¯s because she often interferes that my dual cultivation sessions are reduced, otherwise I would have be an Emperor a hundred years earlier Lin Qi¡¯an: ¡­ Reborn with cheats is powerful, knowing everything. Even his little sister¡¯s future was spoiled, but it wasn¡¯t hard to imagine. A day of ying, the scenery of Tianjian City amazed the few women. Even Zhao Qingmeng was filled with emotion. ¡¾I never strolled and admired like this before, every time I came, it was a hurried flight over¡¿ ¡¾Living again, I¡¯ve gained many precious experiences¡¿ She was very satisfied, so her hostility towards Lin Qi¡¯an decreased a bit. That night. Lin Qi¡¯an had already instructed his subordinates skilled in concealment to keep an eye on Xiao Chen. Xiao Chen waspletely unaware that his every move was being recorded. He turned his anger into strength, absorbing spirit beasts, thinking one day he would make Lin Qi¡¯an die! Lin Qi¡¯an, having made all the arrangements, was about to go back to his room to rest, but he ran into a girl in a purple dress. Zi Lianyou. ¡°Hey, Your Highness.¡± ¡°Where have you been?¡± ¡°I was called by the Princess. She asked me some questions about the Heir Apparent.¡± ¡®This girl, trying to break through my maid? Scheming to sleep with me, why bother. As long as your hatred value drops to 0, we canpletely have a heart-to-heart.¡¯ ¡°By the way, Lianyou, something¡¯s off with youtely.¡± ¡°I¡­ did I do something wrong?¡± Zi Lianyou asked cautiously. ¡°No, you got smaller.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said seriously. Chapter 65 - Whatever His Highness Gives, I Like Chapter 65: Whatever His Highness Gives, I Like ¡°Smaller?¡± Zi Lianyou initially didn¡¯t understand. But then she saw his gaze lingering below her neck, and she suddenly realized, her face blushing. Instinctively, she covered her chest with her jade-like hands, stammering, ¡°I¡­ used some cloth to bind it.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an: ?? ¡°Who taught you to do such a ridiculous thing, ruining natural beauty, it¡¯s simply outrageous!¡± ¡°It was¡­ Sister Xueni who said that Your Highness gets dizzy at the sight of breasts¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s face turned ck and didn¡¯t expect this girl to be so cunning! Telling others to cover up tightly while she often left a tantalizing glimpse of her slender, snowy legs, what a clever tactic! The dignified Saintess of Tianchi was proficient even in pce intrigue, it seemed she had learned quite a bit of skills. ¡°Don¡¯t do that again, understand?¡± ¡°Mm¡­ I will listen to Your Highness.¡± ¡°By the way, Xueni and Yuwei have both received gifts from me, and you still haven¡¯t. Is there anything you want? Just ask.¡± He wanted to treat his maids as fairly as possible, not favoring any one side too much. ¡®I thought His Highness had forgotten about me, but he remembers?¡¯ ¡°As long as it¡¯s from Your Highness, I like it!¡± ¡°Alright, wait for me here by this time tomorrow.¡± ¡°Yes!¡± ¡­ Lingshou Pavilion. Extremely angry, Xiao Chen continued absorbing the power of spirit beasts. Only by constantly getting stronger could he trample the Crown Prince underfoot and reim everything that was rightfully his. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an¡­ You won¡¯t be smug for long. A chosen one like me is destined to dominate this era!¡± ¡°When I rise in the future, the first thing will be to destroy you and the entire Tianjian City! Then take all those beautiful maids by your side under mymand.¡± ¡°Hehe, and your cute little sister, your fianc¨¦e, they all belong to me, Xiao Chen.¡± People under great pressure often indulge in all kinds of fantasies at night and Xiao Chen was no exception. Only by envisioning a beautiful future could he have the motivation to endure humiliation and bear heavy burdens. ¡°Myriad Beasts Scroll, open!¡± A dazzling golden scroll unfolded in mid-air. Flowers, birds, grass, fish, thousands of strange and exotic beasts formed a mystical grand painting. This supreme treasure was the key to Xiao Chen¡¯s rise. As long as he absorbed rare and fierce beasts, he could be stronger without any cost, progressing rapidly in his cultivation. Under the Myriad Beasts Scroll, another spirit beast screamed and was absorbed. The scroll then returned to his body. Xiao Chen exhaled a turbid breath, his aura bing more solid. ¡°Fortunately, these low-level spirit beasts can¡¯t speak. No matter how the shopkeeper investigates, he won¡¯t know it¡¯s me.¡± ¡°Haha, how could the shopkeeper ever imagine that I got the key from his precious daughter?¡± That¡¯s right, after changing his appearance, Xiao Chen sessfully courted the shopkeeper¡¯s daughter with his exceptional talent. After seducing her, he secretly got the key to the Lingshou Pavilion, allowing him toe every day to absorb spirit beasts. However, he didn¡¯t know that in the dark, someone had already recorded everything with a Memory Stone! ¡°I really don¡¯t understand why the prince would bother to care about such a small character?¡± ¡°If he doesn¡¯t like him, just kill him or expel him from Tianjian City. But it¡¯s okay, as long as I can help the prince, it¡¯s great!¡± ¡­ The next morning. Early in the morning, Ran Yuwei was summoned by Lin Qi¡¯an. She still wore her exotic, cool outfit, with her exposed soft waist being the most beautiful scenery. ¡°Your Highness, do you have any orders?¡± Ran Yuwei asked with a bright smile, her whole body exuding a youthful and cheerful aura, like a vibrant sunflower. Being summoned alone by the prince gave her a good mood early in the morning. ¡°Nothing major, my little sister said she also wants to raise a spirit rabbit. Go to Lingshou Pavilion and find a good one to bring back.¡± ¡°Oh, okay, Your Highness!¡± Ran Yuwei didn¡¯t ask much, just running an errand for His Highness, simple. As soon as she left, a shadowy figure appeared beside Lin Qi¡¯an. It was the subordinate who had spiedst night, his name was Mo Yin, extremely skilled in concealment. ¡°Your Highness.¡± Mo Yin bowed respectfully. ¡°Go, and in front of Miss Ran, give the Memory Stone to the shopkeeper.¡± ¡°Yes, sir!¡± Mo Yin immediately disappeared. It seemed a good show was about to start. ¡­ Lingshou Pavilion. Xiao Chen, under the alias Liu Chen, was working normally inside the pavilion. ¡°Brother Chen, if you¡¯re tired, take a break!¡± The girl speaking was named Xiu Lan, the shopkeeper¡¯s precious daughter. Although she couldn¡¯tpare to Ran Yuwei, she was still a pretty wealthy girl. For an inexperienced youngdy like her, Xiao Chen¡¯s deception was effortless! ¡°Not tired, thank you Lan¡¯er, you¡¯re so kind to me.¡± Xiao Chen took the scented handkerchief, wiped the sweat from his forehead, showing a warm smile. Of course, he didn¡¯t care for ordinary girls like Xiu Lan and he was just using her for fun. ¡°Xiu Lan, everyone is working, don¡¯t cause trouble!¡± Seeing his daughter flirting with this boy, the shopkeeper got angry and couldn¡¯t help but scold her. However, he still thought of grooming this boy well. After he was worthy of his daughter, it would be fine to marry her to him. The shopkeeper thought. ¡°I¡¯m not causing trouble, I just want to be with Brother Chen.¡± Xiu Lan clung to Xiao Chen¡¯s arm, speaking confidently. Unexpectedly, Xiao Chen pushed her away. His gaze was fixed on the distance, filled with undisguised passion. Senior Sister Ran had arrived! Chapter 66 - The Heartless Xiao Chen Collapses Again! Chapter 66: The Heartless Xiao Chen Copses Again! A stunningly beautiful woman with exotic charm walked into the Lingshou Pavilion. Immediately, she drew a lot of admiration. Xiao Chen was overjoyed! ¡®Today, Senior Sister Ran came alone, without that annoying prince. Could it be that Senior Sister Ran recognized me yesterday and came to see me specifically today?¡¯ ¡®It must be! Otherwise, why would shee alone? I knew you still had me in your heart.¡¯ Xiao Chen¡¯s heartbeat grew more intense. Of course, he couldn¡¯t let Senior Sister Ran see him being intimate with another woman, so he pushed Xiu Lan away. ¡°Oh, it¡¯s you, miss. Pleasee in!¡± The shopkeeper quickly nodded and bowed, personallying to greet her. This was someone close to the prince, and so beautiful, he naturally remembered her immediately. ¡°What brings you here today, miss?¡± ¡°Oh, I¡¯m here to help the prince buy a spirit rabbit. I¡¯ll go in and take a look first,¡± Ran Yuwei said cheerfully. Hearing what Ran Yuwei said, the fiery excitement in Xiao Chen¡¯s heart felt like it had been doused with cold water. ¡®She came to buy something for that damned prince, huh. Ran Yuwei, you¡¯ve really disappointed me¡­¡¯ ¡®I originally nned to marry you as my main wife, but now it seems you can only be a concubine at best.¡¯ ¡°Brother Chen, what are you doing!¡± Xiu Lan unhappily patted Xiao Chen¡¯s back, muttering. ¡°Why are you so entranced? That¡¯s someone close to the prince, she¡¯s a stunning beauty, but don¡¯t be a toad lusting after a swan.¡± Women are always jealous, and she was no exception. She wanted Xiao Chen to stop aiming too high and to treat the girl next to him well. ¡°Bullshit!¡± Xiao Chen was furious, ring at Xiu Lan fiercely. ¡®Did she call me a toad? Do you know, if it weren¡¯t for that damned Lin Qi¡¯an, Senior Sister would have been mine already?¡¯ ¡®Would I need to deceive an average-looking woman like you?¡¯ ¡°And you dare to scold me¡­ did you take some drugs? Be careful, I¡¯ll tell my father!¡± ¡°No, nothing.¡± Soon, Ran Yuwei finished buying the spirit beast and came out, ready to pay. The shopkeeper just reached the counter when he suddenly noticed a small ck cloth bag on it and frowned: ¡°What is this?¡± Opening it, his eyes suddenly froze. Inside was a note that read: Watch the Memory Stone, and you¡¯ll know who stole the spirit beasts. ¡°Memory Stone!¡± A bad premonition suddenly arose in the shopkeeper¡¯s heart. ¡°Miss, please wait. Recently, we¡¯ve been losing spirit beasts in this pavilion, and we haven¡¯t caught the thief yet. Let me check this Memory Stone.¡± ¡°Someone is stealing spirit beasts? How despicable!¡± Ran Yuwei sympathized. She hated anyone maliciously harming those spirit beasts. Aggressive fierce beasts were one thing, but she considered the gentle spirit beasts her friends. The shopkeeper activated the Memory Stone with spiritual power and the scene immediately appeared. At night, a figure was mumbling to himself in the spirit beast pen. Who else could it be but Liu Chen? ¡°It¡¯s him?!¡± A surge of anger rose. Continuing to watch, a golden scroll suddenly flew up, forcibly absorbing a spirit beast into it. Just hearing the beast¡¯s screams showed how painful the process was. ¡°It¡¯s¡­ it¡¯s Xiao Chen¡¯s treasure!¡± Standing next to him, Ran Yuwei also saw this scene, covering her mouth in shock. How could she not recognize this item? The day Xiao Chen fought Jiuying, he used this treasure and almost subdued Jiuying. It was incredibly powerful. Xiao Chen is actually here! ¡°Scoundrel, scoundrel¡­¡± The shopkeeper¡¯s face turned red with anger, blood boiling, brows furrowing. After cursing twice, his roar echoed throughout the Lingshou Pavilion, ¡°Liu Chen, get over here!¡± At this moment, Xiao Chen was still pulling with Xiu Lan. Both were startled by the shopkeeper¡¯s roar and hurriedly walked to the counter. At the same time, many Lingshou Pavilion employees were also attracted, wanting to see what had angered the shopkeeper so much. ¡°Father, what¡¯s wrong? Why are you so angry?¡± Xiu Lan asked. ¡°See for yourself!¡± Bang, the Memory Stone was thrown to the ground. Xiu Lan frowned, picked it up, and injected spiritual power into it. The scene started ying immediately. Seeing the footage, Xiao Chen¡¯s face began to twist uncontrobly. Last night¡¯s events had been recorded! Even Xiu Lan was shocked and angry, her pupils filled with disbelief. ¡°Liu Chen, you heartless bastard! So you¡¯re the one behind the missing spirit beasts in the pavilion! I gave you a job, and this is how you repay me!¡± The furious shopkeeper strode forward and pped him hard. Smack! A crisp p. ¡°So it was him¡­¡± ¡°What an ingrate. The boss might be strict, but he pays well.¡± ¡°Sigh, I thought this guy was decent. You really can¡¯t judge a book by its cover!¡± A wave of sighs echoed around. After being pped hard, Xiao Chen stood there like a lifeless puppet. Covering his face, his pupils dted, and hisplexion turned pale. He couldn¡¯t understand¡¯ Chapter 67 - I Am Very Happy to be by the Princes Side! Chapter 67: I Am Very Happy to be by the Prince¡¯s Side! ¡°Tell me, how did you sneak in here?¡± the shopkeeper questioned sternly. He had never given the key to any of the employees. Unexpectedly, his daughter raised her hand. ¡°I gave it to him¡­ Brother Chen! You said you needed it to take care of the spirit beasts at night. You lied to me terribly!¡± Xiu Lan cried, her face wet with tears. But all the scolding and rebuke, Xiao Chen didn¡¯t care. What he cared about was Senior Sister Ran standing in front of him. He raised his head and met her cold gaze. Ran Yuwei said coldly, ¡°Xiao Chen, I didn¡¯t expect you to change your appearance and do such things. To get stronger, are you really willing to resort to any means?¡± Everyone was stunned, even Xiu Lan stopped crying. This Liu Chen actually knew the maid of the prince? ¡°Senior Sister Ran, I¡­¡± ¡°Don¡¯t call me Senior Sister! I don¡¯t have a junior brother like you!¡± Ran Yuwei looked at Xiu Lan. ¡°To get stronger, you even deceived a woman¡¯s feelings, are you still a man?¡± ¡°I am!¡± Xiao Chen retorted loudly, clenching his fists. ¡°I didn¡¯t deceive her feelings!¡± Hearing this, Xiu Lan¡¯s heart calmed a bit. No matter what bad things Brother Chen had done, as long as he still loved her, there was room for redemption. ¡°My feelings for you, Senior Sister Ran, have never changed! Everything I did was to win you back!¡± Xiao Chen dered firmly. Xiu Lan felt as if she had been struck by lightning, her face turned pale, and she fainted on the spot. ¡°Are you crazy? I¡¯m very happy to be by the prince¡¯s side. I hope you won¡¯t disturb my life anymore, and don¡¯t harbor any ill intentions towards the prince.¡± Leaving these words, Ran Yuwei walked away without looking back. ¡°Get out, get out of here! Scoundrel!¡± The shopkeeper cursed, kicking and punching Xiao Chen. The guards of the Lingshou Pavilion also started to drive him out. ¡°This scoundrel isn¡¯t even human!¡± ¡°Yes, the youngdy of the Lingshou Pavilion treated him with all her heart, and he used her!¡± ¡°Heartless scum, he deserves to die!¡± On the street, many onlookers threw eggs and vegetables at him, leaving him in a sorry state. ¡®Lin Qi¡¯an, it must be you¡­ It¡¯s definitely your doing! Fine, very well! No matter how much you suppress me, as long as I have a breath left, I, Xiao Chen, will make you regret it!¡¯ The so-called protagonist grows through ridicule and hardship, he firmly believed this was just a trial, and the future would be a bright path. ¡¾Ding! Xiao Chen is despised by everyone, Luck Value -100, Host Viin Points +1000¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but want to apud. What a great show! His exquisite arrangement not only suppressed Xiao Chen but also did the Lingshou Pavilion a great favor, freeing the girl who had been deceived. It was a win-win-win situation. Xiao Chen¡¯s remaining Luck Value was not much. With the ¡°Heavenly Fate Viin Divine Eyes,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an could locate Xiao Chen at any time, controlling his life and death. He hoped Xiao Chen could hold on for a while longer and find more treasures. Fattening him up before the ughter would be a full meal. After enjoying a good show, Lin Qi¡¯an stretched and headed to the Seven Treasures Pavilion in Tianjian City to pick a gift for Lianyou and help Lingyu reshape her body. He never broke his promises. The Qibao Pavilion was the core of Beiyang! It stored numerous divine skills, spiritual pills, and heavenly treasures. It was the foundation of Beiyang! Naturally, the guards were extremely strict, with countless strong practitioners guarding it. At the entrance, there was even a quasi-Saint elder personally stationed! To enter the pavilion, one must have a pass. Once, a Saint tried to break in and was killed on the spot by a Great Emperor of the city. ¡°Prince!¡± ¡°Greetings, Prince!¡± As Lin Qi¡¯an arrived, everyone saluted. With the prince¡¯s personal visit, he passed through unimpeded. At the entrance, Lin Qi¡¯an looked at the two quasi-Saint guards and said calmly, ¡°I¡¯m here to fetch two items.¡± ¡°Please enter, prince.¡± Entering the pavilion smoothly, Lin Qi¡¯an first headed to the treasure area. ¡°What does the prince need?¡± the person in charge asked. ¡°A dress.¡± ¡°Is it for Princess Hongyu?¡± ¡°No, arger size.¡± After careful selection, Lin Qi¡¯an prepared the dress to give to Zi Lianyou that evening. Next, he went to the pill area, where the rich scent of pills filled the air. ¡°Is Elder Dan here?¡± ¡°Yes, Your Highness, he¡¯s in the alchemy room. You can go in directly.¡± ¡°Okay.¡± Passing throughyers of guards, Lin Qi¡¯an knocked on the door of a stone room. Soon, a displeased voice came from inside. ¡°I said don¡¯t disturb my alchemy, are you looking for death?¡± ¡°Elder Dan, it¡¯s me, Qi¡¯an.¡± The stone door opened with a bang. An old man with white hair and beard, yet full of vigor and dressed sloppily, greeted him. ¡°Ah, it¡¯s you, boy! Why didn¡¯t you say earlier? Come in.¡± The old man warmly invited him in. ¡°I¡¯ve just made some Nine Cycle Golden Pills, take some, and bring some for Hongyu too!¡± ¡°No need, Elder Dan, we had enough of those when we were kids.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an quickly waved his hand. As children, he and his elder sister and younger sister ate all kinds of spiritual pills like candy and had maximized their potential. ¡°Hey, you¡¯re rejecting my pills now! Hmph, my pills are worth a fortune after ten thousand years!¡± ¡°No, no, I actually came to ask you for a favor today.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took out the Nine Yang Divine Sword. Lingyu was beyond surprised, this old man was a top alchemist of the Cann Dao Domain, known as the Pill Emperor! ¡°Elder Dan, I have a friend, a sword spirit with a remnant soul. I would like to ask you to refine a body for her, is it possible?¡± Hearing this, Lingyu¡¯s heart surged with waves of shock! She had known Beiyang had deep foundations but never expected the prince to ask the Pill Emperor to refine a body for her! The prince truly kept his promises. Lingyu¡¯s goodwill towards him increased greatly. ¡°Haha, refining a body is no problem.¡± Elder Dan stroked his beard and smiled. ¡°Leave the sword, I¡¯ll put it in the furnace, and the girl will absorb the medicinal power to form a body. Don¡¯t worry about being seen.¡± Haha, Elder Dan even considered a girl¡¯s sense of shame. This method was perfect! After all, Lingyu was also a girl. ¡°Thank you, Elder Dan. Next time, I¡¯ll bring some fine Immortal Jade Brew from my father¡¯s cer!¡± ¡°You really know how to please an old man!¡± Lingyu was extremely excited. Was she finally going to have a body? It all seemed too easy, almost unreal. Having been a sacrificial sword spirit for a thousand years, she had always longed for a body to experience the world. ¡®Finally¡­ following the prince was indeed the right choice.¡¯ ¡°Thank you, Prince!¡± ¡°Thank you, Elder Dan!¡± A sword spirit with a body still couldn¡¯t stray too far from the sword. But it didn¡¯t matter, staying by the prince¡¯s side and bing his strength was already great. ¡­ At night. Lin Qi¡¯an had an appointment with Zi Lianyou. They met as scheduled. ¡°Your Highness!¡± The girl in the purple dress had a slender figure and a beautiful face. The bright moonlight bathed her, giving her a holy glow. ¡°Let¡¯s go to my sleeping quarters.¡± ¡°To¡­ to Your Highness¡¯s sleeping quarters?¡± Chapter 68 - Zhao Qingmeng Confesses, I Am the Reincarnated Empress! Chapter 68: Zhao Qingmeng Confesses, I Am the Reincarnated Empress! ¡°Go to the Crown Prince¡¯s sleeping quarters?¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s heart began to race subconsciously. Could it be that they were going to¡­ share an intimate moment? Her face instantly turned red with embarrassment, and her heart surged with excitement. The luxurious sleeping quarters were brightly lit by candlelight. ¡°Do you see that box on the table? It¡¯s a gift for you. Open it and take a look.¡± ¡°A gift?¡± Zi Lianyou hurriedly bent down and carefully opened the box. Insidey a long dark purple dress. ¡°Immortal Brocade, Ethereal Silk!¡± ¡°Oh my¡­¡± Zi Lianyou was so excited she lost her voice, unable to contain herself. As an exceptional beauty, she naturally valued her appearance. Among the fabrics used for clothing, Immortal Brocade and Ethereal Silk were top-tier materials, each worth a fortune and hard toe by. Not only were theyfortable and ethereal, but they were also water and fire-resistant with excellent defensive properties. A single dress could be as valuable as an Earth Rank technique! Generally, only princesses or daughters of nobility were qualified to wear such materials. She didn¡¯t expect the Crown Prince would gift her such a treasure. Zi Lianyou held the dress, her eyes glistening with tears of gratitude. ¡°Do you like it?¡± ¡°I love it¡­ Thank you, Your Highness. I will serve you with all my heart in the future!¡± ¡°Then don¡¯t just stand there, try it on.¡± ¡°Here? Right now?¡± ¡°Of course, are you afraid I¡¯ll see you?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an wanted tough. ¡®These daughters of destiny, I¡¯ve seen many of them. I know who likes to bathe in the morning and who prefers to do so at night. It doesn¡¯t bother me anymore.¡¯ Holding the dress, Zi Lianyou blushed as she went behind the screen, undressed, and changed into the new dress. After a while, she walked out from behind the screen, stunning Lin Qi¡¯an. Her fragrant shoulders were half-exposed, her chest full and faintly showing undting peaks. Her snow-white skin was as smooth as white jade. This dress was extremely beautiful and added a noble aura to her, truly making her look like a graceful fairy. ¡°What does Your Highness think?¡± Zi Lianyou asked softly, blushing. ¡°Not bad¡­ As the Crown Prince¡¯s maid, you must look like this. Sit on the bed and let me lie down for a while,¡± he ordered. ¡°Yes, Your Highness~¡± She had long heard from Xueni that the Crown Prince liked to sleep with his head on herp. She didn¡¯t expect today it would be her turn which made Zi Lianyou secretly delighted. Lin Qi¡¯any downfortably, enveloped by her fragrance, but couldn¡¯t see her face because his view was entirely obstructed. The Great Mountains of Taihang and Wangwu. ¡®That girl Xue Ni, she actually said that this prince has a weakness for tiddies? She simply doesn¡¯t understand!¡¯ ¡°Ah-choo!¡± Su Xueni couldn¡¯t help but sneeze. She was in Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s sleeping quarters. In front of her, the high and mighty princess, a little demon who could bring cmity to a nation, sat on a fragrant bed. ¡°What does Your Highness want with me?¡± Su Xueni asked. ¡°Su Xueni, I¡¯ll be straightforward with you.¡± Zhao Qingmeng said, ¡°I am the reincarnated Empress. If you are willing to help me, with the cultivation techniques and divine abilities I remember, there will be no obstacles to you bing a Saint in the future!¡± ¡°Pfft¡­¡± Su Xueni couldn¡¯t help butugh lightly. The princess had no cultivation talent from a young age and was still an ordinary girl. Everyone knew that and for her to im to be a reincarnated Empress was quite amusing. ¡°You don¡¯t believe me?¡± Zhao Qingmeng gritted her teeth. ¡°Let me tell you, in the future, there will be many fairies and goddesses around Lin Qi¡¯an. With your average talent, you will be forgotten among the crowd and not be loved.¡± Actually, she was lying. In the future, Su Xueni would be one of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s most cherished women, with a statusparable to that of an empress. ¡°Your Highness, this¡­¡± ¡°I also know you have a Lotus Realm, where you have built various courtyards for Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s confidantes. Your courtyard is called Xue¡¯an Garden!¡± Hearing this, Su Xueni¡¯s eyes were filled with shock as she had never told anyone about this! Seeing Su Xueni¡¯s incredibly shocked expression, Zhao Qingmeng felt very pleased. This was the advantage of being reborn! However, this advantage might not apply to many situations. After all, in her previous life, she didn¡¯te to Beiyang early. From that moment, the butterfly effect urred, and the future might have already changed significantly. So, her memory could only be a reference, but it was enough to shock Su Xueni. ¡°Do you believe me now? I am the reincarnated Empress. Trust me, and I will ensure your future is limitless!¡± Su Xueni took a deep breath and forced herself to ept this fact. ¡°What does Your Highness want me to do?¡± ¡°It¡¯s very simple¡­ Put this packet of powder into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s water and make him drink it.¡± Su Xueni took the powder and looked suspicious. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s not poison. I¡¯m not that foolish to harm your Crown Prince in Beiyang. It¡¯s a mind-clouding drug. After taking it, he will be confused and speak his true feelings.¡± ¡°I just want to know what he thinks of my elder sister.¡± Zhao Qingmeng lied. This wasn¡¯t a mind-clouding drug but a Spring Breeze Powder! Chapter 69 - The Princess Leaves Taian City! Zhao Qingmengs Ultimate Move Chapter 69: The Princess Leaves Tai¡¯an City! Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s Ultimate Move The Spring Breeze Powder: upon consumption, one¡¯s rationality is lost, and desires surge uncontrobly. Even a monk wouldn¡¯t be able to maintain his vows, so Lin Qi¡¯an definitely wouldn¡¯t be able to resist! Once he consumes it, she can sneak into his room, and everything will be aplished. ¡°I refuse!¡± Su Xueni shook her head. ¡°I won¡¯t give the Crown Prince something suspicious like this.¡± ¡°Are you stupid? Following him will get you nothing, but with me, your future is limitless!¡± Zhao Qingmeng red at her. ¡°No way, unless the princess tries it first,¡± Su Xueni smirked. ¡°You! Fine, I¡¯ll eat it. I will personally prove this medicine is harmless,¡± Zhao Qingmeng took a deep breath, used her finger to scoop a bit of the powder, and put it in her mouth. ¡®This small amount shouldn¡¯t have too strong an effect, right?¡¯ But as soon as she consumed it, she immediately felt a surge of heat exploding within her body, causing her temperature to rise. Her face instantly became rosy and charming. ¡°Your Highness, Xueni bids you farewell.¡± ¡°You??¡± ¡°I only said for Your Highness to try it, not that I would help you.¡± With that, Su Xueni hurriedly left. ¡®Whether you are the Empress or not, if the Crown Prince doesn¡¯t favor me, will he favor you?¡¯ ¡°Damn it, damn it!¡± Zhao Qingmeng copsed onto the bed, looking extremely alluring. As the Empress, being toyed with by a mere maid was indeed like a tiger being bullied by a dog. Her breathing was heavy, and her eyes were filled with lust. She had no choice but to hold the bedding tightly, her legs mping together. In her mind, she thought of Lin Qi¡¯an. Even if she hated him, he was still the only man she had ever been in contact with, and the most handsome at that. Thinking of him was the only way to alleviate her immediate crisis! ¡ª Night fell on the Tai¡¯an Imperial City. Boom! A beam of lightning shot into the sky, attracting countless eyes. ¡°The princess has broken through again!¡± ¡°With this breakthrough, she is probably at the Ninth Stage of the Transcendent Realm. The next step is the Celestial Realm.!¡± ¡°My God, her cultivation speed is terrifying. No wonder she possesses the Supreme Yin Divine Physique.¡± ¡°The Heavenly Five Thunder Technique is extremely difficult to cultivate. The princess indeed has extraordinary talent, a peerless genius.¡± ¡°Speaking of which, her fianc¨¦, the Crown Prince of Beiyang, seems to be only in the Heaven Dominion Realm, right?¡± ¡°Yes, they are about the same age, but he is a whole realm lower! Compared to the princess, he is stillcking¡­¡± ¡°Wait, don¡¯t you know the Crown Prince¡¯s battle achievements? He single-handedly suppressed dozens of prodigies. It¡¯s been all the rage recently!¡± ¡°Who knows if it¡¯s true? I think it¡¯s mostly rumors.¡± Zhao Yunji slowly opened her eyes, the dark golden light in her pupils gradually fading. This was the top-tier divine ability ¡°Autumn Water Clear Eyes,¡± capable of seeing through everything! ¡°It¡¯s about time to go to Beiyang and break off the engagement.¡± She muttered to herself. She was extremely displeased with the marriage arranged by the Tai¡¯an Emperor. She believed her life should not be controlled by others! Moreover, with her extraordinary talent, why must she marry a man and not pursue the Dao wholeheartedly? Zhao Yunji had great ambitions! Bing the Empress of the Cann Dao Domain was no longer enough to satisfy her. She wanted to conquer the other Dao Domains and achieve unification in the future! Therefore, bing stronger was the most important thing. Originally, she didn¡¯t want to bother with the Crown Prince of Beiyang, but today, the constant news of him gathering many Saintesses was really annoying. He dared note to the Tai¡¯an Imperial City to see her but went around looking for maids, making her feel quite humiliated as his nominal fianc¨¦e. This trip to Beiyang would be to end this foolish engagement. The next day, when she was about to set off, she received shocking news. Her younger sister, Zhao Qingmeng, had quietly gone to Beiyang a few days ago, seemingly only asking for permission from their father without informing anyone else. Wait, what is she doing in Beiyang? Could she be out for fun? ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an of Beiyang, ha! I¡¯ve been waiting for this day for too long.¡± Zhao Yunji sneered, ¡°This trip to Beiyang, I will definitely trample you underfoot and humiliate you!¡± ¡°Set off!¡± A white jade carriage rose into the air. Princess Zhao Yunji of Tai¡¯an officially set off for Beiyang. If Lin Qi¡¯an were here, he would discover that the captain of the silver-armored guards was another sworn enemy with hostility at 100%. Two great children of luck, along with a reborn Empress, were all gathering on Beiyang. This is going to be a significant event! ¡ª ¡°The princess has left Tai¡¯an City! They say she¡¯s heading to Beiyang!¡± ¡°Which princess?¡± ¡°Who else? The number one fairy of the Cann Dao Domain!¡± ¡°Damn, isn¡¯t she the Crown Prince of Beiyang¡¯s fianc¨¦e? I heard they¡¯ve never met. What¡¯s she going to do there?¡± ¡°I heard she¡¯s going to break off the engagement!¡± ¡°Break off the engagement? The Crown Prince will lose facepletely.¡± ¡°What a pity. Being rejected by such a fairy, I¡¯d rather die!¡± ¡°Dream on, do you think you¡¯d ever get the chance?¡± Themotion caused by Zhao Yunji¡¯s departure was immense. Who wouldn¡¯t love to hear gossip about the number one goddess? In no time, everyone in the Cann Dao Domain knew about it. The most crucial point was that the Crown Prince had also been making waves recently with exaggerated battle achievements. Everyone was eagerly anticipating the sparks that would fly when the princess and the Crown Prince met. In the Tai¡¯an Imperial City, the Empress was muttering about this matter: ¡°It¡¯s fine for Ji¡¯er to go to Beiyang, but why did Meng¡¯er go too? I heard you allowed it.¡± The Tai¡¯an Emperor took a sip of tea and replied, ¡°She said the world is vast and she wants to see it.¡± ¡°Seeing it is fine, but why must she go to Beiyang?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know.¡± ¡°Also, since Jier is going to break off the engagement, won¡¯t it cause trouble for Beiyang?¡± The Empress expressed her concern. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, the youngsters should handle their matters themselves.¡± The Tai¡¯an Emperor did not intervene in the matter of his son-inw gathering women. It was a matter of ability, and he would not wage a war with Beiyang over such trivial matters. A Great Emperor should not have such a narrow perspective. Moreover, three thousand years ago, the Sword Emperor defeated him with one hand. Three thousand yearster, he dared not test the opponent¡¯s current strength! At the same time, in Tianjian City, Mu Qingzhu was also discussing the matter. Women are indeed simr in these ways. ¡°Breaking off the engagement? Are they going too far? Do they think Qi¡¯an cares about that princess?¡± ¡°Sigh, we shouldn¡¯t interfere in the affairs of the younger generation.¡± The Sword Emperorughed heartily, ¡°Trust my son. Whatever he wants, he will get! Whatever he doesn¡¯t want, no one can force on him.¡± ¡°You two are so alike!¡± ¡ª On the balcony, the air was fresh, the curtains were lightly swaying, and the sun was shining brightly. In such good weather, naturally, Lin Qi¡¯an was lying on Su Xueni¡¯sp enjoying life. ¡°Your Highness, I heard your fianc¨¦e ising to Beiyang! She¡¯sing to break off the engagement!¡± Su Xueni brought up the topic naturally. ¡°So what? Let here. Do you think I¡¯m afraid of her?¡± ¡°Xueni means¡­ thanks to your help, my Cold Jade Physique is about to be perfected. By then¡­¡± Su Xueni hesitated. ¡°Oh, you mean dual cultivation?¡± She blushed and nodded. ¡°No problem, we¡¯ll proceed as nned. I never go back on my word. If shees, let her watch us cultivate together. Wouldn¡¯t that be more thrilling?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an held the delicate wrist of the Tianchi Saintess, smiling yfully. ¡°Your Highness, you¡¯re so naughty¡­¡± Though she said he was naughty, her heart was filled with joy. ¡ª Among everyone, the one most affected by the news of Zhao Yunjiing was Zhao Qingmeng! ¡°It¡¯s over, it¡¯s all over.¡± Her original n was to arrive in Beiyang ahead of time, create a time difference, and have Lin Qi¡¯an all to herself. But unexpectedly, Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t take the bait, and his maids were all loyal and couldn¡¯t be swayed. ¡®If the imperial sister reallyes, the n won¡¯t be able to proceed at all! How long will it take for me to be the emperor then?¡¯ ¡®This weak and powerless body cannot cultivate without dual cultivation to open the spiritual aperture¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an, I hate you so much!¡¯ At this moment, she recalled the scene of being isted and helpless. Until death, she never saw that heartless man! In the end, she had no choice but to hang herself, dying and dissipating into nothingness. So after her rebirth, she wanted to kill him to vent her anger. ¡®Wait, that heartless man in the previous life was not a wooden block; he knew all sorts of strange positions.¡¯ ¡®It seems I have no choice but to use my ultimate move! I remember what he likes the most¡­¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng revealed her tender, jade-like feet, her cheeks tinged with a rosy hue. ¡­ That night, Lin Qi¡¯an received a message from Zhao Qingmeng asking him toe. ¡¾Zhao Qingmeng, Hatred Value: 45¡¿ ¡®Sigh, has this woman not given up yet? Aren¡¯t you just greedy for my body and want to use me to ascend to the emperor¡¯s path again? It¡¯s impossible for the hatred value to drop to 0.¡¯ ¡®Besides, I already promised Su Xueni that I would dual cultivate with her in a few days. There¡¯s no way I can let you cut in line, give up.¡¯ However, Lin Qi¡¯an still went to her sleeping quarters to see what tricks she had up her sleeve. He pushed the door open, and a fragrant scent wafted into his nose. The sleeping quarters were quite dim, with only two red candles lit by the soft couch, the flickering light illuminating Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s enchanting face. She was wearing a thin white silk robe, huddled in the quilt, looking pitiful. ¡°Qingmeng sister, what do you want from me?¡± ¡°Brother Lin¡­¡± The quilt moved slightly, suddenly revealing a pair of crystal-clear, delicate feet. Smooth and tender, making Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s heart skip a beat. ¡°My feet are a bit sore, could you rub them for me?¡± ¡°¡­¡± At the same time, Lin Qi¡¯an heard her inner voice. ¡¾Heartless man, this is your favorite thing, I¡¯m sure you¡¯ll take the bait¡¿ ¡®What? In the future, I actually liked this about her the most! But it makes sense. Compared to Su Xueni¡¯s legs, she can¡¯tpete.¡¯ ¡®Compared to Zi Lianyou¡¯s chest, she can¡¯tpete. Compared to Ran Yuwei¡¯s waist, she can¡¯tpete. But these feet, like works of art, have great yability! Tsk, I didn¡¯t expect you to even know my future preferences.¡¯ Chapter 70 - Am I a Man? The Princess Arrives! Chapter 70: Am I a Man? The Princess Arrives! ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll help you massage them.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sat on the bed and ced Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s feet on hisp. He held one foot and gently massaged it. Zhao Qingmeng was dying of embarrassment. She had asked him to massage her feet, but did he actually have to do it? However¡­ it felt so good! This was an experience she never had in her past life. She didn¡¯t expect Lin Qi¡¯an to be so gentle. Her hatred value decreased by another 5 points, now at 40. After a while, Lin Qi¡¯an asked, ¡°Feeling better? Should I massage the other foot as well?¡± ¡®You¡¯ve got to be kidding me, you pervert. Even after being reborn, you¡¯re still such a rogue.¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t take it any longer! If she couldn¡¯t win over Lin Qi¡¯an soon, her sister would arrive¡­ Once their rtionship improved, there would be no room for her to interfere. And with Su Xueni as a rival, how long would she have to wait for her turn? Zhao Qingmeng stood up angrily and shouted, ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, are you even a man?!¡± ¡°What do you mean by that, Your Highness? I¡¯m helping you massage your feet; how does that make me less of a man?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an frowned. As a man, such words were intolerable. ¡°I am the princess of Tiang Immortal Dynasty, no, the imperial princess! How am I not worthy of you? Across the Cann Dao Domain, countless men dream of me, obsessed with my beauty.¡± ¡°Even though I may not have my sister¡¯s natural charm, I have my own strengths! I am light, gentle, and easy to push down, you know? You don¡¯t even take the meat delivered to your mouth; you¡¯re not a man!¡± Zhao Qingmeng finally vented all her dissatisfaction. Any other man would probably not endure such taunts. Indeed, Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t tolerate it. He grabbed her delicate body with a swift motion. ¡°Hey, Lin Qi¡¯an, what are you doing!?¡± ¡°I¡¯ll show you what it means to be a man!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an raised his hand and smacked her buttocks hard. Zhao Qingmeng cried out in pain, her beautiful eyes wide with disbelief. As an imperial princess, cherished and loved since childhood, not even her parents had the heart to hit her. She was destined to be a future empress, overlooking the world. Yet here she was, being spanked bare-bottomed by this man! This was truly shameful and infuriating. Moreover, she had no ability to resist, as her personal guards and protectors had all been dismissed. Smack! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you¡¯ve lost your mind! How dare you hit me?!¡± Smack! ¡°Help! The Crown Prince of Beiyang is attacking me! Someone, help!¡± ¡°You can scream all you want. This is my territory, no one wille to save you,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sneered. ¡°Let me show you if I¡¯m a man.¡± Smack! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you¡¯re shameless, perverted, and despicable!¡± Smack! ¡°Woo woo woo, you¡¯re bullying me¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng cried, her tears falling like pear blossoms in the rain. She was both ashamed and angry, her buttocks burning with pain. Smack! ¡°Your Highness, now tell me, am I a man?¡± ¡°You are, you are¡­ You¡¯re my good brother, the manliest man in the world!¡± Zhao Qingmeng almost pleaded. Smack! ¡°I said it already, and you¡¯re still hitting me. You bastard!¡± ¡°I¡¯ll keep hitting. Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll give you healing pills afterward, so no one will notice.¡± ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you are ruthless.¡± Smack! At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an noticed something strange. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s hatred value decreased! ¡®No way, does my princess have this kind of fetish?¡¯ He was shocked. Knowing this, Lin Qi¡¯an got even more addicted to spanking her. That night, the princess experienced the greatest humiliation of her life, both painful and pleasurable¡­ Until midnight, Lin Qi¡¯an finally left her quarters, satisfied, and instructed Su Xueni to bring her healing pills. At first, Su Xueni was puzzled. How could the princess be injured? But upon entering the room, she was stunned! If the Tai¡¯an Emperor knew his daughter was beaten like this, he would probably fight the Sword Emperor to the death. The Crown Prince is too crazy¡­ ¡°Woo woo woo, I¡¯m the Empress, and he hit me. He actually hit me!¡± ¡°Alright, alright, Empress, be good. Come and take your medicine,¡± Su Xueni hurried tofort her. ¡°I don¡¯t want it!¡± ¡°If you don¡¯t take it, you¡¯ll be in pain all night.¡± ¡°Then I¡¯ll take it¡­¡± At this point, she had to find another way. First, dealing with her sister might work. She¡¯s foolish enough to aim to be an empress but wants to break off the engagement with Lin Qi¡¯an? Doesn¡¯t she know that Lin Qi¡¯an is the true path to bing an emperor? She¡¯ll regret it once she finds out. In the past life, her arrogance prevented her from dual cultivating with him, so she became an empress even slower than she did. In this life, as long as she doesn¡¯t get involved with Lin Qi¡¯an, her chances will be abundant. ¡®Sigh, why did it feel good to be hit by Lin Qi¡¯an?¡¯ ¡ª In the blink of an eye, a few days passed. Princess Zhao Yunji¡¯s carriage officially arrived in Tianjian City! It caused a sensation throughout the city. People gazed at the luxurious carriage flying in the sky and buzzed with excitement. ¡°Did you see that? The most beautiful woman in the Cann Dao Domain is sitting in that carriage!¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t she the Crown Prince¡¯s fianc¨¦e?¡± ¡°Yes, but unfortunately, we don¡¯t have the privilege to see her in person¡­ She¡¯s a true fairy.¡± ¡°I¡¯ve heard storytellers say that Princess Zhao Yunji of Tai¡¯an has innate charm and extreme nobility, abination that makes her incredibly alluring.¡± ¡°Some people have just seen her from afar and never married because of it! One nce ruined their lives.¡± When Zhao Yunji entered Tianjian City, Lin Qi¡¯an did not personally greet her but sent his subordinates instead. After all, she came to break off the engagement, not as a guest. If she didn¡¯t intend to give him face, why should he give her any? ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an is utterly disrespectful! The princess herself is here, and he doesn¡¯t evene out to greet her? How is he different from a country bumpkin?¡± The captain of the guards, Ye Yun, frowned, full of disdain. ¡°Silence!¡± ¡ª Unexpectedly, a clear voice came from the luxurious carriage. ¡°Insulting the Crown Prince in Tianjian City, do you want to die?¡± ¡°Apologies, I only feel it¡¯s unworthy for Your Highness to have such a fianc¨¦, bringing shame to your name.¡± Ye Yun felt somewhat pleased, believing that the princess was concerned about him. This time, he must help her break off the engagement! ¡ª At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an heard a new prompt in his mind. ¡¾Ding! Detected the Child of Destiny ¡®Ye Yun,¡¯ sessfully involved in the plot.¡¿ ¡¾Son of Destiny: Ye Yun¡¿ Secret Treasures: Yang Sword, Mountain and River Scripture Luck: 1200 (Golden) Luck Core: ¡¶Great Yang Emperor Technique¡· Current Kill Reward: None Prompt: When the target¡¯s destiny is reduced below 100, you can seize its luck core, obtain permanent luck points, and receive all rewards. ¡®Oh? Another protagonist with a high destiny value of 1200?¡¯ It looks like he might be even more formidable than Xiao Chen! Activating the Divine Eyes of Destiny, Lin Qi¡¯an instantly located him. It turns out he is the princess¡¯s guard! Ye Yun, like Zhao Qingmeng, is a target with kill rewards, while Zhao Yunji should be a destiny heroine, like Su Xueni and others. As for whether to kill or subdue them, it depends on their hatred values. ¡¾Ye Yun, Hatred Value: 100¡¿ ¡¾Zhao Yunji, Hatred Value: 30¡¿ ¡®Alright, it seems Ye Yun has some grudge against my Lin family. Or perhaps he is jealous? No matter, the kill route is the right route.¡¯ ¡®This way, there will be three protagonists of destiny intertwined in Beiyang¡¯s Tianjian City. Xiao Chen and Ye Yun need to be killed, Zhao Qingmeng needs to be subdued. This will be quite a spectacle!¡¯ If it were elsewhere, Lin Qi¡¯an might not have the confidence to deal with three people at once. But here in Beiyang, on his turf, he can y slowly! The Sword Emperor wouldn¡¯t interfere in these young people¡¯s matters. They had to resolve it by their own abilities. ¡ª Outside the Heavenly Pce, on thewn, Lin Qi¡¯an was ying Cuju (kickball) with his sister, three stunningly beautiful maids, and the charming Zhao Qingmeng. A leather-wrapped ball was kicked around, andughter filled the air. These saintesses and fairies, who were usually high above and admired by many, had never yed such a folk game. They found it incredibly novel! Zhao Qingmeng, an empress in her previous life, originally had no interest in this activity. But thinking of annoying her sister, she became enthusiastic. She had to admit, in the Cuju game, Zi Lianyou, in her new dress, became the most stunning sight. No, it was almost a crime. While the fairies yed Cuju, Lin Qi¡¯an leisurely watched, feeling quite at ease. ¡°The princess has arrived!¡± With the announcement, everyone turned their attention to the steps. Zhao Yunji, wearing a golden long dress adorned with nine phoenixes dancing around the sun, perfectly showcased her nobility. Her brows were like distant mountains, her skin wless. Her exquisite face seemed to epass all beauty. Her eyes were cold and indifferent, yet she exuded a unique charm due to her innate seductive bones. She truly deserved to be called the number one fairy in the Cann Dao Domain! Zhao Yunji was displeased. Her slender brows furrowed slightly. She hade to Tianjian City, and as her nominal fianc¨¦, Lin Qi¡¯an did note out to greet her. Instead, he yed Cuju with his confidantes? How disgraceful! Wait¡­ As a destiny heroine, Zhao Yunji naturally noticed the anomalies around Lin Qi¡¯an. Dao essence flowed around him, and dragon energy coiled around his body. Just looking at him, she felt an indescribable aura of the Dao emanating from him! ¡®How is this possible?!¡¯ In an instant, this noble princess¡¯s eyes showed a brief moment of daze. As someone well-read, she knew that only the legendary Dragon Yang Dao Physique could have such phenomena! Lin Qi¡¯an possesses such a divine physique? Why has there been no news of this! At that moment, the princess¡¯s emotions became veryplicated. Chapter 71 - How Dare You Interrupt My Flirting With My Fiancée? Chapter 71: How Dare You Interrupt My Flirting With My Fianc¨¦e? ¡°Royal Sister!¡± Upon seeing the neer, Zhao Qingmeng was the first to run over, lifting her skirt and pouting. ¡°Royal Sister, you finally came. Lin Qi¡¯an bullied me!¡± ¡°He dared to bully you?¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s frown deepened. Her sister was cherished by their father, the apple of his eye. Who in the entire Cann Dao Domain would dare bully her? ¡°How did he bully you?¡± ¡°He¡­ he molested me! Wu wu wu, Royal Sister, I¡¯ll never be able to get married now.¡± At this moment, Zhao Qingmeng looked like a perfect white lotus, rubbing her eyes with fake tears, appearing utterly wronged. Lin Qi¡¯an wanted tough upon hearing this, ¡®Oh, sure, I molested you. You put your little feet on myp. Next time, I¡¯ll record it and show your sister.¡¯ He couldn¡¯t be bothered to refute her. After all, Zhao Yunji was here to break off the engagement. What was the point of exining? ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, is this true?¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s beautiful face frosted over. If her nominal fianc¨¦ molested her sister, it would be a huge joke if word got out. She cared a lot about her reputation. ¡°What, is Your Highness jealous?¡± As a viin, Lin Qi¡¯an gave a shameless response. His face bore a mischievous smile, resembling a rogue teasing someone on the street. ¡°You!¡± Zhao Yunji finally got angry. In her anger, she activated the divine ability ¡°Autumn Pupils.¡± In an instant, her pupils gleamed with a faint golden light, and her gaze, which seemed capable of piercing through people, swept over with strong pressure. ¡°Such strong pressure¡­¡± ¡°Autumn Pupils lives up to its reputation¡­¡± The maids did not dare look into the princess¡¯s eyes, retreating a few steps in awe of her formidable aura. ¡®ying this game with me? Alright.¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an remained unfazed and activated the Divine Eyes of the Heavenly Fated Viin, directly facing Autumn Pupils. Special effect: Anyone who meets your gaze will be suppressed by your aura. ¡°?!¡± Zhao Yunji abruptly stepped back half a step, her gaze shifting away, her heart throbbing in fear. How could this be! Her mind was in turmoil. She was at the peak of the Transcendent Realm, a whole realm above Lin Qi¡¯an. Autumn Pupils was a top-tier divine ability. Once activated, it could even suppress Celestial Realm experts. Yet, Lin Qi¡¯an, with just his Heaven Dominion Realm cultivation, managed to suppress her? Taking a deep breath, Zhao Yunji realized that the Crown Prince of Beiyang was not just a name. The maids felt relieved, looking at Lin Qi¡¯an with a sense of security. He truly deserved to be their prince, even unafraid of the princess¡¯s Autumn Pupiles. ¡®Foolish woman.¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t help but think. ¡®You think too highly of yourself.¡¯ ¡®Encountering Lin Qi¡¯an, who is even more exceptional will make you fall step by step. It was the same in thest life, and it¡¯s still the same in this one. Can¡¯t you be a little more creative?¡¯ ¡°Royal Sister, he not only bullied me but also gave you a warning!¡± Zhao Qingmeng said weakly, ¡°This man is simply arrogant. You can¡¯t marry him, or you¡¯ll surely suffer.¡± ¡°I understand.¡± Zhao Yunji felt somewhat speechless. Naturally, she had been determined toe and break off the engagement. But she hadn¡¯t expected Lin Qi¡¯an to possess the legendary Dragon Yang Dao Physique! She knew how favored such a physique was by the heavens. As long as she dual cultivated with him,bined with her top-tier talent, bing an empress would be a sure thing. Moreover, he was her nominal fianc¨¦, so dual cultivation was logical and proper. But now¡­ She came with the intention of breaking off the engagement, and it might be toote to change her mind. If she missed this chance, would she regret it for the rest of her life? The beautiful princess fell into a dilemma, feeling extremely conflicted. At this moment, her guard Ye Yun stepped forward. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an! Not only did you bully Princess Qingmeng, but you also flirted with both princesses. Do you not regard the Tai¡¯an Royal Family?¡± His imposing presence and strong aura of the Transcendent Realm made him seem like a young genius. No wonder he was a Child of Destiny. His aura was indeed formidable! Coming out to speak for the princesses at this time, gaining fame and favor from beauties¡ªwas that his script? Unfortunately, he encountered Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Men!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said simply. A group of sword guards flew over. ¡°Drag this person out and give him fiftyshes!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an ordered. ¡°At once!¡± The white-d sword guards immediately moved towards Ye Yun. Ye Yun¡¯s expression changed dramatically. He had expected the Crown Prince of Beiyang to be domineering, but not this unruly! He was going to drag the princess¡¯s guard captain out for punishment? ¡°I¡¯m merely speaking up for the princesses. How can you do this!¡± Ye Yun roared in anger. ¡°How? Because this is my territory.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sneered. ¡°I was flirting with my fianc¨¦e. Who do you think you are to interfere?¡± Ye Yun was both shocked and furious. He had intended to show Lin Qi¡¯an a lesson, but the other party showed no respect at all. Though Ye Yun had exceptional talent and held a powerful technique, he couldn¡¯t act rashly in Beiyang. Resisting meant courting death. ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Ye Yun looked to Zhao Yunji for help, hoping she would speak on his behalf. After all, she had always appreciated him, which was why she promoted him to captain. However, Ye Yun was eager for quick sess and had not learned to restrain himself. Zhao Yunji felt embarrassed. It would be even more humiliating if her guard were punished. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, he is a talented guard under me. Could you be lenient on him?¡± She hadn¡¯t expected to plead with him so soon after arriving in Beiyang. The sword guards halted, awaiting Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s response. ¡°Didn¡¯t you hear me? Give him a hundredshes!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an increased the punishment. Everyone: ¡­ Fiftyshes turned into a hundred. Lin Qi¡¯an, the Crown Prince of Beiyang, truly showed no respect to the princess! ¡°Damn it!¡± Ye Yun gritted his teeth. Zhao Yunji shook her head. ¡°I warned you to learn restraint in Beiyang. Let this be a lesson.¡± Ye Yun¡¯s face turned pale, anger boiling inside, but he could only be dragged away by the sword guards. ¡¾Ding! Ye Yun publicly humiliated, Luck -100, Viin Points +1000¡¿ ¡®Hahaha, this is so interesting!¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng felt a rush of satisfaction. She had felt quite wronged when Lin Qi¡¯an had humiliated her, but seeing her sister also gain no advantage made her feel much better. ¡°Those who act arrogantly in front of the Crown Prince never have a good ending,¡± Su Xueni remarked thoughtfully. Ling Tian and Xiao Chen were examples¡ªboth had no self-awareness. This guard, if he were wise, would restrain himself; otherwise, he might not survive. ¡°By the way, Zhao Yunji, is there anything else? If not, you could join us in ying Cuju. Your sister Qingmeng was having a great time just now,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said cheerfully. ¡®I wasn¡¯t having a great time. Do you think an empress like me would enjoy such a trivial game?¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng thought, gritting her teeth. Zhao Yunji felt her blood boiling, especially when she was called by her full name while her sister was referred to as ¡°Qingmeng.¡± ¡°No need!¡± she replied coldly. ¡°Royal Sister, aren¡¯t you here to break off the engagement? Hurry up and tell him, there¡¯s no time to waste!¡± Zhao Qingmeng urged. ¡°I¡¯m not in a hurry, why are you in a hurry?¡± Zhao Yunji nced at her sister and took a deep breath. She needed to think carefully about this matter. Breaking off the engagement would mean losing the chance topete for the Dao Physique. Her Supreme Yin Divine Physique had opened sixty out of seventy-two spiritual apertures, an extremely rare talent. If she could dual cultivate with a Dao Physique, all her apertures might open! During her observation with Autumn Pupils, she had clearly seen that the spiritual energy of heaven and earth naturally flowed towards Lin Qi¡¯an without him even needing to cultivate¡­ how enviable. Besides, Lin Qi¡¯an was indeed exceptionally handsome, far above ordinary men. ¡°I will stay here for a while. I¡¯ve heard the grand hunt in Beiyang is very lively, and I want to witness it¡­¡± The grand hunt was a major event in Beiyang that was about to begin. ¡°If you don¡¯t want to y, that¡¯s fine. Men, escort the princess to her quarters for rest!¡± ¡°Yes, prince.¡± As she left, Zhao Yunji saw the white-d Tianchi Saintess standing beside Lin Qi¡¯an, smiling as she watched her go. An unnamable anger rose within her! She had never regarded this second-ranking saintess with much importance. But now¡­ she felt a strange sense of defeat. ¡®Useless woman,¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng thought. ¡®Look at your arrogance. It¡¯s only natural you end up losing twice.¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng, too, was disappointed her n didn¡¯t seed. ¡°Royal Sister, wait for me~¡± ¡®If you don¡¯t break off the engagement, I¡¯ll keep an eye on you, ensuring you never get any private time with Lin Qi¡¯an, hmph!¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an: ¡­ ¡®Zhao Qingmeng, if you knew I could hear your thoughts, would you die of embarrassment?¡¯ ¡ª Ye Yun was dragged to the punishment tform and received the full hundredshes. It was a humiliation beyond measure. He had risen to prominence through his exceptional talent, gaining the princess¡¯s favor and bing the captain of her guards. Never had he endured such an insult. Lin Qi¡¯an, someday, I will settle all scores with you¡­ Feeling despondent, he went to a tavern in Tianjian City to drink away his sorrows. The tavern was packed, and only one corner table had a vacant seat. Ye Yun sat down, pping the table. ¡°Waiter, bring me your best wine!¡± ¡°Yes, sir, just a moment!¡± Looking up, he noticed the man sitting opposite him was also drinking alone, looking just as despondent. The man had spilled much of his wine and was now slumped over the table, thoroughly drunk. At the adjacent table, a few patrons were chatting. ¡°Hey, did you hear? The princess came to see the Crown Prince but didn¡¯t mention breaking off the engagement!¡± ¡°Yeah, it¡¯s strange. Everyone was saying she would.¡± ¡°Who knows, maybe she changed her mind!¡± ¡°I also heard that the princess¡¯s guard spoke against the Crown Prince and got a hundredshes.¡± ¡°Wow, the Crown Prince is truly domineering!¡± At that moment, Ye Yun and the drunkard across the table both mmed their hands down and shouted, ¡°Damn that Crown Prince!¡± Their voices were almost in unison and both looked at each other in surprise. The patrons were baffled. ¡°What¡¯s it to you if we praise the Crown Prince?¡± Curses andints followed from the surrounding tables. After a while, Ye Yun spoke in a low voice, ¡°Brother, do you also despise that Crown Prince?¡± ¡°Hmph! Despise? I wish I could kill him!¡± the drunkard replied. ¡°He¡¯s the reason I lost everything.¡± He poured himself another drink, spilling half of it. ¡°I feel the same.¡± Ye Yun admired Zhao Yunji, yearning to win over this supreme goddess. Thus, he had trained diligently, climbing the ranks to be her guard and gain the opportunity to be near her. But now, a great obstacley in his path. To win Yunji, he had to break her engagement with Lin Qi¡¯an, but this task seemed far from simple. Pouring himself a drink, Ye Yun said, ¡°Brother, we are kindred spirits. Let¡¯s drink!¡± ¡°Cheers!¡± ¡°I¡¯m Ye Yun. What is your name, brother?¡± ¡°My surname is Xiao, given name Chen.¡± ¡°Alright, Brother Xiao, we won¡¯t leave until we¡¯re drunk tonight!¡± The two drank heavily, stumbling into the nearby forest, where they sparred, discovering that both were extraordinary talents. Sharing simr fates and statuses, they felt a deep camaraderie. ¡°Brother Xiao, from now on, we are brothers!¡± ¡°Brother Ye, if we join forces, we can surely bring Lin Qi¡¯an down!¡± Chapter 72 Chapter 72: Snowy Night Night. In the sleeping quarters, the two sisters were having an intimate conversation. One was a captivating little demoness, while the other was a peerless beauty with natural charm. ¡°Royal Sister, I have encountered a difficult problem.¡± Zhao Yunji propped her chin with her hand, looking troubled. ¡°What problem, Royal Sister?¡± Zhao Qingmeng asked. After a moment of contemtion, Zhao Yunji slowly spoke, ¡°If you had to abandon pride and dignity to have a chance at bing an emperor, would you be willing?¡± Although Zhao Yunji¡¯s question was implicit, Zhao Qingmeng, having lived two lives, could easily decipher its meaning. Abandoning pride and dignity clearly implied submitting herself to serve Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡®So, Royal Sister knows that he possesses the Dao Physique! No wonder she doesn¡¯t want to break off the engagement.¡¯ ¡®But Royal Sister, you should know that merely giving up pride isn¡¯t enough for Lin Qi¡¯an to ept you. After all, I personally tried and ended up being spanked bare-bottomed. Who can Iin to about that?¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng shook her head and said, ¡°Royal Sister, although I don¡¯t understand what you¡¯re saying, I believe that as the number one fairy of the Cann Dao Domain, the daughter of the Tai¡¯an Emperor, you, who countless men admire, must never abandon your pride, let alone your dignity!¡± ¡°Remember, no one in this world can make you submit; others must submit to you!¡± Zhao Yunji pondered for a moment and said, ¡°But my dream is to be an emperor¡­¡± ¡°With your unparalleled talent, Royal Sister, you will naturally be an emperor in the future. I believe in you!¡± ¡®Hmph, these words sound so good,¡¯ Zhao Yunji thought, ¡®But why is my sister so eager for me to break off the engagement? Could it be that she also knows about Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s physique?¡¯ ¡ª In Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sleeping quarters, he was watching two Child of Destiny bing sworn brothers. He was also amused by Zhao Qingmeng filling her sister¡¯s head with misleading ideas. With a creak, the door opened. Under the bright moonlight stood a dreamlike, beautiful woman in a white dress. Her bright eyes and white teeth, delicate eyebrows, and snow-like skin made her look like a fairy. The white dress fluttered gracefully, and her exquisite features were illuminated, revealing her slender legs. Su Xueni seemed like a fairy descending from the moon. She had dressed up specially tonight, with red makeup and a captivating fragrance. ¡°Your Highness.¡± ¡°Su Xueni, what brings you here sote?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked as she closed the door and approached him, her lips slightly parted and her cheeks flushed. ¡°Su Xueni haspleted the cultivation of the Cold Jade Physique,¡± she said softly, her voice like cotton. Lin Qi¡¯an was slightly surprised but then pulled Su Xueni into his arms. ¡°Then what are we waiting for?¡± ¡°But Your Highness¡¯s fianc¨¦e is still in the pce¡­¡± Su Xueni hesitated. ¡°So what? This is my ce; I do what I want!¡± ¡ª Meanwhile, Zhao Qingmeng was returning to her quarters when she suddenly felt two powerful auras in the air. She looked up sharply at the night sky, where she saw a golden dragon spiraling. The spiritual energy of heaven and earth converged towards a single point, forming a massive vortex. A Dao Physique breakthrough, absorbing the essence of all things! That direction was Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s quarters. Two people were breaking through to the Transcendent Realm simultaneously! Realizing this, Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s face turned pale. She staggered back a few steps, nearly colliding with a pir. ¡°It¡¯s over¡­ it¡¯s all over!¡± She knew exactly what this phenomenon meant. The first taste she had been longing for was gone. She had thought keeping an eye on her sister would be enough, but another woman had beaten her to it¡­ ¡°Wu¡­ I hate this, I hate it!¡± She couldn¡¯t hold back her tears, her eyes welling up. ¡°Your Highness, what¡¯s wrong? Are you okay?¡± A maid hurried over, concerned. ¡°The spiritual energy of heaven and earth has gone mad!¡± ¡°This¡­ could it be¡­¡± Zhao Yunji murmured as she looked at the sky. She instantly understood, that damned fianc¨¦ of hers was being intimate with another woman! If not for a Dao Physique breakthrough, how could there be such a phenomenon? The other aura was cold and feminine, clearly a woman¡¯s, and likely Su Xueni¡¯s¡­ ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you deserve to die!¡± The thought of the two of them being intimate made Zhao Yunji¡¯s cheeks flush with anger. Her silver teeth clenched audibly. Even with his fianc¨¦e here, he behaves like this? How infuriating! Her chest tightened with anger. Perhaps in the future, Su Xueni, whom she had always looked down on, would rise to great heights. ¡ª ¡°Two people, one with a cold aura, the other with a yang aura, both breaking through to the Transcendent Realm simultaneously!¡± Zi Lianyou and Ran Yuwei also noticed. ¡°Sister Su Xueni was first¡­¡± ¡°They¡­ they¡­¡± Ran Yuwei stuttered, unable to finish her sentence. ¡°In just one night, breaking through a major realm is incredible,¡± Zi Lianyou sighed, though she still held great hopes for future opportunities. ¡°Ran Yuwei, I think I should be ahead of you in line, right?¡± Zi Lianyou teased. ¡°What are you talking about? I never intended to be with the Crown Prince¡­¡± Ran Yuwei blushed in denial. ¡°But if the Crown Prince likes me, I won¡¯t refuse,¡± she quickly added. ¡°You¡¯re just putting up a front¡­¡± ¡ª In the Heavenly Pce, the Sword Emperor stood on the balcony, gazing at the night sky. Beside him, his wife remarked, ¡°I didn¡¯t expect Qi¡¯an to reach the Transcendent Realm so quickly. His cultivation speed is astonishing!¡± Though they couldn¡¯t see the golden dragon exclusive to Lin Qi¡¯an, they could still see the surge of spiritual energy during the breakthrough. ¡°That boy doesn¡¯t care about that little girl¡¯s feelings at all, hahaha!¡± The Sword Emperorughed heartily. ¡°She wanted to break off the engagement? Perfect timing for Qi¡¯an to p her in the face! That¡¯s more like it,¡± his wife said with satisfaction. ¡ª Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s cultivation skyrocketed! From the Heaven Dominion Realm to the Transcendent Realm. Transcendent Realm Stage 1. Transcendent Realm Stage 2! Transcendent Realm Stage 3! Transcendent Realm Stage 4! He broke through a major realm and four minor realms in one night, something that would take ordinary people hundreds of years and even prodigies several years and Lin Qi¡¯an did it in one night. As for Su Xueni, she also achieved a major realm breakthrough, opening ten spiritual apertures in the process. Her ability to absorb spiritual energy doubled, making her ecstatic. The power of being the first to share in the Dao Physique¡¯s blessings was truly marvelous! Compared to this, the Tai¡¯an princess seemed to fall short, she thought with a smirk. ¡®I will definitely repay the Crown Prince¡¯s kindness and maintain my status¡­¡¯ Su Xueni thought. Chapter 73 Chapter 73: Ye Yun¡¯s Challenge and Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s Arrival The next morning, a crowd gathered in the courtyard outside Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sleeping quarters. Lin Qi¡¯an, who had intended to savor his time with Su Xueni, was disturbed by the noise outside. Su Xueni, blushing deeply, covered her face, ¡°Your Highness, there are so many people outside. I¡­¡± ¡°What are you afraid of?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled. ¡°I¡¯m in my own home. Why should I be afraid of what others think? Let¡¯s go outside.¡± ¡°Oh!¡± Su Xueni stumbled a bit. ¡°Alright, let me help you out,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, supporting her. As soon as they opened the door, they were met with a crowd. Zi Lianyou, Ran Yuwei, and Zhao Qingmeng were all there. Zhao Qingmeng bit her lip, her hatred visibly increasing, ¡®Heartless man, heartless man, heartless man x10086¡¯ Holding Su Xueni¡¯s hand, Lin Qi¡¯an walked out confidently, ¡°What¡¯s going on here? Don¡¯t you all have anything better to do early in the morning?¡± Su Xueni buried her blushing face, unable to look at anyone. ¡°Nothing much. We saw your aurast night and were curious, so we came to see,¡± Zhao Qingmeng said sarcastically, even changing the way she addressed him. ¡°So, everyone knows what I was doingst night¡­ cough cough!¡± ¡°That¡¯s really embarrassing,¡± Su Xueni¡¯s face turned even redder, steam practically rising from her head, though she felt both happy and shy inside. ¡°Qingmeng, there¡¯s no need to be envious. If there¡¯s an opportunity, we can explore life together someday.¡± ¡®Hmph! Shameless! Heartless man, heartless man, heartless man¡¯ As a viin, it was normal for Lin Qi¡¯an to flirt and embrace multiple women. He wasn¡¯t a protagonist who clung to just one person. ¡°And you two? Why are you here?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an looked at the two maids. ¡°Your Highness, we¡¯re not here to join the crowd. Ye Yun is in the city issuing a challenge, and it has drawn quite an audience.¡± ¡°He wants to challenge me?¡± Lin Qi¡¯anughed. Was he tired of living with his high destiny value and wanted to give it up? He activated his viin¡¯s divine eyes for a quick scan. Indeed, the martial arena in Tianjian City was packed with people, even Xiao Chen was there. These two were indeed good brothers! ¡°Ignore him.¡± ¡°But, Your Highness, Ye Yun has issued a blood oath challenge!¡± ¡°Oh?¡± In Beiyang, strength was paramount. There was a special rule that was a source of pride for Beiyang cultivators: the blood oath challenge. The loser must agree to any request from the winner, be it life, death, wealth, or anything else. If one refused the challenge, they would be deemed a coward and ridiculed. ¡°Let him wait! Su Xueni, shall I take you back to rest?¡± ¡°No need, Your Highness, I¡¯m fine. I want to go with you.¡± Su Xueni said, stomping her foot to prove she was fine. However, a wave of soreness spread from her leg to her waist¡­ ¡°Alright, then let¡¯s go together. Ran Yuwei, prepare the carriage!¡± ¡°Yes!¡± Ran Yuwei summoned the Nine-Headed Dragon Jiuying, brought out the golden carriage, and climbed onto its back, brandishing a whip majestically. ¡°Your Highness, you can board now!¡± After Lin Qi¡¯an and the others boarded, Zhao Qingmeng realized she couldn¡¯t fly and wanted to join the excitement. Pulling back the curtain, Lin Qi¡¯an poked his head out, ¡°Coming?¡± ¡°Yes!¡± ¡°Then get in, what are you waiting for?¡± The carriage was spacious enough for four people to sitfortably and still have room for tea sets. ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± Ran Yuwei urged the Jiuying, and they took to the sky. ¡ª In the city, outside the martial arena, Ye Yun stood on the stage, looking excited. His palm had a deep gash, and blood dripped onto the stage. ¡°Today, I challenge the Crown Prince of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an. Please, everyone, show your support!¡± As he shouted, more and more cultivators and citizens gathered, making the ce crowded. ¡°Do you think you can challenge our Crown Prince? You¡¯re seeking death!¡± ¡°Exactly, who do you think you are?¡± ¡°The Crown Prince has no time for you. Get down!¡± This was Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s territory, so naturally, most people supported him. But Ye Yun didn¡¯t care. He had faced countless ridicule since childhood and had always proven them wrong. Today would be no exception. ¡°Ye Yun.¡± Suddenly, a cold divine sense transmission entered his mind. Your Highness? Ye Yun scanned the crowd and spotted the beautiful woman in a golden dress, standing not far away, surrounded by guards. The princess had indeede! He was incredibly excited because this challenge was to help her break off the engagement. ¡°Your Highness, rest assured. Once I defeat Lin Qi¡¯an, I will ensure he agrees to break off the engagement. He will no longer trouble you!¡± Ye Yun replied via divine sense. ¡°Who gave you the right to make decisions? Get down!¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s voice was cold and full of rejection. ¡°But Your Highness, didn¡¯t youe to Beiyang to break off the engagement?¡± ¡°That¡¯s my business. What does it have to do with you?¡± Last night, Lin Qi¡¯an was intimate with another woman. Initially, Zhao Yunji was furious because they hadn¡¯t officially ended the engagement, which felt like a betrayal. But then she thought¡­ In one night, Su Xueni had reached the Transcendent Realm, the same major realm as herself. Such results were hard to resist. If she, at the peak of the Transcendent Realm, could step into the Celestial Realm in one move, it would be worthwhile. ¡°Last warning, get down.¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s voice was icy, her eyes already showing a hint of golden anger. ¡°A blood oath challenge cannot be refused. If Your Highness doesn¡¯t want me to interfere, just consider it a spar between me and the Crown Prince!¡± Ye Yun was determined. Today, he would surpass the Crown Prince of Beiyang, proving what true unparalleled talent was, not only for the princess but also for his brother Xiao Chen watching below. Zhao Yunji realized that if Lin Qi¡¯an dide to fight, he might not be able to defeat Ye Yun. It was near noon, and the sun was zing. Ye Yun¡¯s cultivation, ¡¶Great Yang Emperor Technique¡·, was at its peak under the strongest sunlight. At noon, it wasn¡¯t difficult to fight across realms, especially with the Yang Sword enhancing his advantage. Ye Yun was indeed a monstrous talent, capable of crushing those so-called geniuses from sects and holynds. ¡°Look up there!¡± someone shouted. In the sky, a massive nine-headed beast pulled a golden carriage, almost blocking out the sun, causing the crowd to back away in fear. ¡°The Crown Prince is here! He really came to ept the challenge!¡± ¡°Everyone, make way for the Crown Prince!¡± The crowd retreated like a tide, creating arge open space. From the carriage, a figure in white, more beautiful than snow, stepped out, causing cheers to erupt. Zhao Yunji: ¡­ She didn¡¯t expect Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s carriage to stop right next to her. Chapter 74 Chapter 74: A Shout and a Sword: Ye Yun¡¯s Spirit Shattered! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you finally arrived!¡± Ye Yun and Xiao Chen below red at him with eyes full of hatred. Everyone expected Lin Qi¡¯an to step onto the stage and ept the blood oath challenge, but he ignored Ye Yunpletely. Instead, he walked directly to Princess Zhao Yunji. ¡°Yunji, the weather is perfect today. Why don¡¯t you join us for a spring outing? Your sister is also on the carriage,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an invited with a smile. Zhao Yunji was taken aback. Peeking out of the carriage window was Zhao Qingmeng. ¡®He¡¯s here to invite me for an outing, not to ept the challenge?¡¯ She was bewildered, having hoped to see firsthand the true strength of her fianc¨¦e, the Crown Prince of Beiyang. Ye Yun nearly went mad with anger. He had passionately issued a challenge, only for the opponent to invite his dream girl for an outing, making him look like a fool. Infuriating! ¡°Oh well, no show to watch,¡± Zhao Qingmeng pouted. She hadn¡¯t expected this heartless man to be so crafty, ignoring Ye Yun entirely and going straight for her sister. ¡°Oh! I wanted to see His Highness defeat him. Just looking at him irritates me,¡± Zhao Qingmeng grumbled. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, His Highness isn¡¯t afraid of him; he just doesn¡¯t want to waste his time,¡± Su Xueni reassured. Zhao Yunji was still hesitant. Should she ept or not? Lin Qi¡¯an extended the invitation publicly, refusing would mean losing face. ¡°The Crown Prince¡¯s invitation is sincere. I wouldn¡¯t want to disappoint him,¡± Zhao Yunji nodded slightly and instructed her subordinates, ¡°You may return. I will join the Crown Prince in his carriage.¡± At that moment, Ye Yun¡¯s heart shattered. He had followed the princess for so long without ever getting close. Yet, here Lin Qi¡¯an was about to whisk her away for a spring outing. Unbearable! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an!¡± Ye Yun raised his bleeding hand and shouted, ¡°The blood oath challenge is a Beiyang tradition. As the Crown Prince of Beiyang, you dare not ept a challenge from a peer. Are you afraid of me?¡± His words provoked a chorus of boos! ¡°He¡¯s too arrogant, suggesting our Crown Prince is afraid of him?¡± ¡°Who does this nobody think he is to challenge the Crown Prince?¡± ¡°Your Highness, ignore him!¡± Although the crowd supported Lin Qi¡¯an, being publicly challenged still left a sour taste. They hoped the Crown Prince would teach this arrogant man a lesson. The maids were also furious. ¡°Damn! If I weren¡¯t feeling unwell, I¡¯d teach him a lesson myself,¡± Su Xueni gritted her teeth. Now in the Transcendent Realm and having perfected her Cold Jade Physique with powerful skills, she was formidable. ¡°Your Highness¡­ was he so strongst night?¡± Zi Lianyou asked in a low voice. ¡°Such things cannot be spoken of,¡± Su Xueni blushed instantly, falling silent. Everyone watched Lin Qi¡¯an, waiting for his response. Would he ignore it or step up to teach Ye Yun a lesson? ¡°Annoying!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t even turn around, uttering just two words. The brief words carried the overwhelming might of a dragon, surging forth like a tidal wave, all pressing onto Ye Yun. *Pfft.* A powerful shock struck his mind, and he spat out blood on the spot. Simultaneously, the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword flew out from Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sleeve, slicing towards Ye Yun with lightning speed. Dazed by the dragon¡¯s might, Ye Yun had no time to react. *Crack!* His right hand was severed. Blood sttered! The entire crowd fell silent and sound of sharp inhales echoed collectively! The Crown Prince didn¡¯t even look at him and his back was facing Ye Yun the whole time! A shout and a flying sword. In a single stroke, Ye Yun was severely injured and lost an arm! ¡°My god, I knew the Crown Prince was strong, but this strong¡­?¡± ¡°The difference in strength isn¡¯t just a little.¡± ¡°We told him to get down earlier, but he wouldn¡¯t listen.¡± ¡°The Crown Prince did well!¡± As the crowd regained their senses, cheers began to rise. However, Zhao Yunji stood frozen, her pupils trembling. She knew Ye Yun¡¯s strength! At noon, his power could rival Celestial experts, unmatched in might. Yet, Lin Qi¡¯an, barely into the Transcendent Realm, utterly crushed him! Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s power in the Transcendent Realm was terrifying. ¡®Sigh, my sister must be shocked again. You keep getting shocked, and that¡¯s how you¡¯ll fall for him. How could Ye Yun defeat Lin Qi¡¯an? He¡¯s fought Saints and Emperors. Challenging him is courting humiliation.¡¯ Clearly, the maids were also surprised by the oue. They believed Lin Qi¡¯an was stronger but hadn¡¯t expected such a vast difference in their strength. ¡°Not even one move? And he dared to challenge our Crown Prince?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an led Zhao Yunji into the carriage. The Jiuying roared, ascending into the sky and soon disappearing from sight. On the martial stage, Ye Yun was enveloped in humiliation, unable to ept the reality. At noon, his peak strength time, he was defeated without being looked at directly¡­ One move severed his arm and the princess was taken away by Lin Qi¡¯an. His heart twisted in agony! His bold derations seemed like the world¡¯s biggest joke! ¡°Brother Ye!¡± Xiao Chen hurriedly helped Ye Yun up, consoling him, ¡°Don¡¯t be disheartened. Lin Qi¡¯an is strong, but we still have a chance! The grand hunt ising. When it does, we can join forces and reim our honor!¡± ¡°The grand hunt¡­ Alright, we¡¯ll wait for the grand hunt!¡± Ye Yun punched the ground, his hatred pouring out like a tangible force. ¡¾Ding! Ye Yun¡¯s spirit is unstable, and his luck value decreased by 200. The host gained 2000 viin points.¡¿ Meanwhile, Lin Qi¡¯an and the saintesses embarked on their spring outing. Each of the women was a peerless beauty, and he, apanied by five, including two princesses of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty! If other male cultivators knew, they¡¯d probably vomit blood. Princes might get high blood pressure from envy! ¡ª Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s attribute panel had also changed. Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Crown Prince of Beiyang, Tiang Immortal Dynasty Cultivation: Transcendent Realm Stage 4 Techniques: Sword Come (Fourth Stage), Yang Divine Fire Technique (Fourth Stage) Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Physique, Sword Bone, Ancestral Dragon Divine Body (10%) Divine Abilities: Ten Thousand Swords to Court (Fourth Stage), Heavenly Flying Immortal (Second Stage) Storage: ¡¶Nine Yang Mystic Technique¡·, ¡¶Demonic Death Tome¡· Viin Points: 67,500 Luck Value: 150 (White) Chaos Treasures: Flying Immortal Sword Spirit Box, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus, Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram Luck Artifact: Nine Yang Divine Sword Special: Divine Eyes of the Heavenly Fated Viin Next, he nned to use his viin points to upgrade his techniques and divine abilities in preparation for Beiyang¡¯s biggest event¡ªthe grand hunt! Chapter 75 Chapter 75: Su Xueni Enters the Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram, The Great Hunt Begins! After the spring outing, several days passed quickly, and even Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t understand Zhao Yunji¡¯s intentions. She came under the pretext of breaking off the engagement but never formally mentioned it, instead livingfortably in Beiyang. ¡®Could she, like her sister, be infatuated with me? Could she be aware of my Dragon Yang Dao Physique; how how?¡¯ Both princesses remained in Beiyang, iming they wanted to experience the grand event of the Great Hunt. Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t interfere and just let them have their fun. Tonight, Su Xueni was called to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chamber. The two of them first strolled through the Peach Blossom Land within the Lotus Realm, discussing ns for construction and development. Then, they leisurely enjoyed tea together at a stone table. Gradually, Su Xueni¡¯s impression of Lin Qi¡¯an shifted from the lofty Prince to a reliable man. Finally, Lin Qi¡¯an brought up the main topic. ¡°By the way, do you remember the opportunity I mentioned to youst time?¡± ¡°Hmm?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took out the ¡®Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram.¡¯ ¡°Drop your blood on it.¡± ¡°Alright.¡± Although Su Xueni didn¡¯t know what this was, she trusted that the heir wouldn¡¯t harm her, so she immediatelyplied. A drop of crimson blood fell onto the ancient scroll, and it slowly outlined a woman¡¯s portrait that looked just like Su Xueni. Once she was part of the Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram, she would always belong to Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Your Highness, what is this?¡± Su Xueni felt an inexplicable connection to the scroll. ¡°Those on the diagram can obtain the opportunity of the Great Dao.¡± ¡°The Great Dao!¡± Upon hearing this term, Su Xueni¡¯s eyelids twitched violently. Could this mean the path to bing a Great Emperor? ¡°Yes, I am giving you this opportunity. You canprehend it on your own. Whether you can obtain the Great Emperor¡¯s inheritance depends on your own fortune.¡± Hearing this, Su Xueni was shocked beyond words. ¡®The Prince is giving me the chance of a Great Emperor? Is this something that can just be given away? The path to bing a Great Emperor is something countless people dream of! What have I, Su Xueni, done to deserve such a precious gift?¡¯ ¡°Don¡¯t be nervous. Now that you¡¯re on the diagram, you can¡¯t escape from my grasp. As you grow stronger, you¡¯ll naturally be able to help me better,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smile. ¡°Even without this, Xueni would willingly apany you for life.¡± ¡ª¡ª¡ª In his subsequent cultivation, although Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s actual realm did not show significant progress, there was other good news. His Innate Sword Bone had begun to nurture a treasured art! Treasured Techniques surpass ordinary divine abilities by a tier. They cannot be recorded in technique jade slips because they are typically born from rare treasures. Once learned, only you can use it! The treasured technique: Blue Sky Yellow Springs The Blue Sky represents the heavens, and the Yellow Springs represent the earth. From heaven to earth, one sword pierces through! This treasured art demonstrates terrifying destructive power. Besides this, Lin Qi¡¯an spent sixty thousand viin points to cultivate the ¡°Ancestral Dragon Sacred Body.¡± Ancestral Dragon Sacred Body: Progress 30% He had already personally experienced the power of the Dragon Body. With just one move, he could make Ye Yun cough up blood! As the progress of the Ancestral Dragon Sacred Body increased, the dragon¡¯s might would grow stronger, and it would also nurture more treasured Techniques. Meanwhile, Lin Qi¡¯an visited the Seven Treasures Pavilion again. Lingyu¡¯s physical body had beenpletely reforged. This time, he brought along his father¡¯s favorite fine wine to thank Elder Dan for his significant assistance. ¡°Elder Dan, the good wine has arrived!¡± In the alchemy room, Lin Qi¡¯an and the Pill Emperor drank heartily together. Beside the table stood a woman in a yellow dress, pouring wine for the two of them. Yes, she was Lingyu. Her yellow dress was elegant, her appearance beautiful, and her temperament extraordinary¡ªtruly a peerless beauty. However, her age might be over a thousand, or even several thousand years. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, and thank you, Pill Emperor¡­¡± Now that she had a body, she still couldn¡¯t stray too far from the sword. She still couldn¡¯t cultivate, but she could enjoy eating, drinking, and ying, doing everything an ordinary person could. That was enough for her. After all, when she was thrown into the sword furnace to forge the sword, she was truly just a young girl with limited knowledge of the world. ¡°Senior Lingyu, now that you have a body, is there anything you want to do? For example, revenge?¡± ¡°Your Highness, you don¡¯t need to call me senior. When I was thrown into the sword furnace, I was only sixteen years old, just call me Lingyu.¡± ¡°As for things I want to do, I haven¡¯t thought much about it. Having a body is already a great blessing; in the future, I will serve you, Your Highness.¡± Lin Qi¡¯anughed and said, ¡°Alright, if I evere across your enemies, I¡¯ll take action for you.¡± ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for your great kindness!¡± Now that there was Yang me Departure Technique and Lingyu¡¯s assistance, his control over the Nine Yang Divine Fire had reached a higher level. This divine fire could burn all things in the world, was unafraid of water, and was the nemesis of all demons and evil beings. Even a fierce beast like Jiuying would submit with just a wisp of the divine fire! Currently, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s realm was only at the fourthyer of the Transcendent Realm, but his actualbat power was beyond estimation, even by himself. To put it simply, an ordinary favored child of destiny could battle cultivators of a higher realm. Those with great luck could battle favored children of destiny. However, Lin Qi¡¯an could battle those with great luck across realms! ¡ª¡ª¡ª¡ª- The Great Hunt is approaching! This is the grand event of Beiyang. At that time, billions of people from Tianjian City and even Beiyang, along with all sects and holynds, could participate! However, only young people could join. It is said that the Sword Emperor of the past rose to fame by winning the Great Hunt. To this day, countless people wish to replicate the Sword Emperor¡¯s miracle, but it has always been imitated, never surpassed. The Great Hunt is divided into three stages: preliminaries, semi-finals, and hunting! At this moment, the preliminaries are in full swing in various regions. The method is simple: it¡¯s a battle, where the victor stays and the weaker leaves. After one round of selection, these people will enter the semi-finals. After another round of selection, the remaining 2,000 people will all be elites! These elites will enter a certain area together to start the final hunting stage. ¡°Ye Yun wins!¡± ¡°Xiao Chen wins!¡± These two children of destiny shone brightly in the first two rounds, advancing through the stages with more than ten consecutive victories! They have already made it to the final list. ¡°The opportunity has finallye.¡± ¡°In the Great Hunt, we will surely make our names known to the world!¡± ¡°Cheers!¡± Chapter 76 Chapter 76: Your Highness, I Am Willing to Join You! The winner is Wuling! ¡°Wow, he is the Holy Son of Taiwu Holy Land, thergest sect outside Tianjian City!¡± ¡°They say he¡¯s young, yet he¡¯s already at the peak of the Transcendent Realm and is likely close to reaching the Celestial Realm!¡± ¡°The battle techniques of Taiwu Holy Land are unmatched. Recently, this Holy Son was ambushed by three Celestial Realm experts from the Demon Sect. Can you guess what happened?¡± ¡°He actually killed one of them and escaped!¡± ¡°That¡¯s terrifying¡­ He¡¯s definitely a top contender in this Great Hunt!¡± The winner is Mo Shuiqiu! ¡°Is she the Saintess from Yunmo Dao Pce? Is she participating too?¡± ¡°Tsk tsk, who knows what kind of exquisite figure is hidden under that loose daoist robe!¡± ¡°Hush, do you want to die? I heard that a Holy Son recently tried to take liberties with this fairy, and all 100 of his entourage were ughtered! Their bodies wereid out, and the blood sttered like an ink painting..¡± ¡°So ruthless? Her strength should not be underestimated!¡± The winner is Chan Xin. ¡°Which sect is this monk from? Why does he look so lecherous?¡± ¡°Tsk tsk, his kasaya barely covers him, and you can see everything. How vulgar!¡± ¡°He¡¯s a genius from the Joyful Sect, practicing only the Joyous Zen. His power is terrifying¡­ They say he¡¯s been with more women than you¡¯ve seen! And several at once!¡± ¡°His cultivation is also terrifying. The women participating in the Great Hunt should be careful!¡± Each region has also selected its participants. Xiao Chen and Ye Yun, two children of destiny, worked together to capture a fierce beast named Gui Che for Xiao Chen! Their strength surged and even their luck value increased. Ye Yun¡¯s divine skills also improved significantly, yielding great benefits. The two of them are convinced that they will stand out in the Great Hunt and wash away all previous humiliation! On the other hand, the four from the Demon Sect, Chi, Mei, Wang, Liang, also sessfully qualified for participation. (TL: ÷Î (Ch¨©): Refers to mountain spirits or demons often depicted in Chinese mythology. ÷È (M¨¨i): Refers to female spirits or demons, sometimes associated with enchantment or illusion. ÷Í (W¨£ng): Refers to water or swamp demons, known for their trickery and deceit. ÷Ë (Li¨£ng): Refers to woond spirits or demons, simr to ghouls or ghosts in Western mythology.) During the Great Hunt, they can openly hunt these Holy Sons and favored ones and gain many benefits, haha! ¡ª The final battle of the Great Hunt has officially begun! Naturally, the host is Tianjian City. Two thousand official contestants and countless spectators have gathered at the Great in of Mount Tai. The hunt will officially start here. On the in, people are seated in circle after circle, creating a lively atmosphere! In the middle of the crowd, giant recording stones are set in a square shape. At that time, there will be dedicated Sword Guards following the contestants in the air. These recording stones will project images of the contestants, like watching an outdoor movie! A grand event should be enjoyed by all. Looking around, the in is packed with people. It¡¯s estimated that millions of spectators havee! ¡°I¡¯m so excited! Do you think His Highness will participate in this Great Hunt?¡± ¡°The Great Hunt happens once every four years. He didn¡¯t participate four years ago, so he can¡¯t miss it again, right?¡± ¡°Yes, this is Beiyang¡¯s grand event. The prince is the host. It feels iplete if he doesn¡¯t participate.¡± ¡°This time, all the contestants are favored children of heaven. It¡¯s possible he¡¯s afraid, given the risk of not winning!¡± Winning the Great Hunt requires more than just strength. Overall, the atmosphere is extremely lively. The anticipation among the audience is at its peak. If the prince participates, this event will likely be even more exciting. In the front is the contestants¡¯ area! The two thousand elite participants selected through rigorous selection are all here! Naturally, Lin Qi¡¯an and his maidservants are also present. Contestants must form teams of two, totaling one thousand teams for thepetition. ¡°Your Highness, do you want to participate in the Great Hunt?¡± Su Xueni asked with a smile. ¡°If you are interested, I would like to join you.¡± If the prince wants to participate, he doesn¡¯t need to go through the preliminary rounds. He can simply take number 1001, as the organizers are flexible. ¡°Your Highness, I can join you too!¡± Zi Lianyou quickly raised her hand. ¡°This in has aplex terrain, and thepetition area includes mountains, rivers, and forests. I should be able to assist you better,¡± Ran Yuwei analyzed seriously. All three maidservants werepeting for this spot, and Lin Hongyu was the most direct, clinging to her brother¡¯s arm and acting spoiled. ¡°Brother, I want to participate! Take me!¡± ¡°No, you are too low in cultivation. If you get hurt, I would have to apologize to our parents.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an rejected his fourteen-year-old sister¡¯s request. On the other side, the two princesses were also not far away, heavily protected by strong guards. Ye Yun bowed to Zhao Yunji and said solemnly, ¡°Your Highness! A few days ago, I embarrassed you. In this Great Hunt, I will participate with Brother Xiao and strive to win glory for you¡­¡± His tone was sincere, showing that he had recognized his shorings and was working to correct them. Zhao Yunji nodded slightly and as for gaining glory, she didn¡¯t really care. These days, she hade to understand Lin Qi¡¯an as a man. Dominant, shameless, and roguish. He often called the maidservants to serve him at night. Yet he was also incredibly talented, with unmatched strength among the younger generation, and exceedingly handsome, the heartthrob of countless women. Simply put, he had the right to be arrogant! At least he was much better than those courteous hypocrites. His roguish charm made it hard for anyone to stay angry with him, sigh. ¡°Now, let me announce the rules!¡± An elder hovered in the air and announced loudly. ¡°First, upon entering thepetition field, everyone must ride or walk, no flying, or you¡¯ll be disqualified!¡± This is because hundreds of cultivators will be following the projection. If everyone flies, it would be chaotic! At this moment, the images were projected to the audience and the spectators eagerly watched. Some even began to take out snacks and enjoy the show. ¡°Second, teams of two, each with one token.¡± ¡°Third, the hunting rules. After entering thepetition field, sessfully hunting a low-level fierce beast earns 1 point, a high-level fierce beast earns 3 points.¡± ¡°Seizing other teams¡¯ tokens earns 3 points. Sessfully hunting the Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada earns 100 points!¡± ¡°Ultimately, the highest scorer wins. The winner can receive the Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada, a Heaven-rank technique, and a Sacred Rank weapon!¡± Hearing the rewards, nearly everyone was thrilled. Not only the contestants, but the audience also eximed loudly, with voices forming a continuous stream. Heaven-rank techniques and Sacred Rank weapons! As expected of Tianjian City, their generosity is astonishing! Any one of these items is at the level of a sect¡¯s treasure! ¡°What a pity, I wish I could participate, but I¡¯ve aged out.¡± ¡°Yeah, this is the stage for the young. The requirement is under forty years old. Those who are exactly forty have a huge advantage!¡± ¡°Indeed, the prince would be at a disadvantage if he participated, as he¡¯s only twenty and others have twenty more years of cultivation.¡± Chapter 77 Chapter 77: The Prince Wants to Take the Princess Along? Are You Crazy?! Heaven-rank techniques and Sacred Rank weapons! This grand event, held once every four years, can only be afforded by the Tiang Immortal Dynasty. The participating cultivators were thoroughly excited. As for the Golden-Winged Xuan Sky Cicada, it didn¡¯t garner much attention. It¡¯s an ancient spiritual beast known for one thing: speed! It instinctively avoids those with spiritual energy. The elder holding it now is a Saint¡­ For ordinary people, catching it is nearly impossible! So catching it grants a whole hundred points instantly! ¡°If I remember correctly, hardly anyone has caught that golden cicada in the past century, right?¡± ¡°Yeah, past winners always relied on capturing tokens and ying fierce beasts for points.¡± ¡°Anyone who tries to catch that thing is just wasting their time¡­ No one has caught it in a hundred years; this year will probably be no different!¡± Among everyone present, only one person was different. Zhao Qingmeng. She couldn¡¯t help but show a bitter smile, ¡®Golden-Winged Xuan Sky Cicada, finally seeing you again. Wonder if you¡¯ve delivered the message to Lin Qi¡¯an. If you did, why didn¡¯t hee to save me?¡¯ Indeed, in the future she experienced, this cicada became a love token andmunication tool for the two. Once released, it could deliver messages anywhere. But in the final battle of carnage, Zhao Qingmeng waited for Lin Qi¡¯an in vain. ¡ª¡ª¡ª The rules were exined. Each team must have one person with a token hanging from their waist. If the token is taken, the team is disqualified! ¡°Ready?¡± ¡°Begin!¡± As the elder¡¯s voice fell, his hand released the cicada. The Golden-Winged Cicada flew off at an incredible speed, disappearing in a blink. At the same time, two thousand people, forming a thousand teams, charged past the starting line! ¡°Go!¡± Some rode horses, others set off on foot. Dust rolled and yellow sand filled the sky. A mighty wave surged. Officialpetition for tokens would begin in an hour, but now, they could start chasing the cicada! Everyone pursued the Golden-Winged Cicada, eager for the high reward of 100 points, equivalent to defeating at least 33 teams! Meanwhile, in the sky, sword-wielding guards followed, capturing the event on camera. Thanks to them, the audience could watch. Spectators noticed the prince hadn¡¯t set off. ¡°Is the prince really not participating? What a pity, I came just to see him.¡± ¡°It¡¯s a bit disappointing¡­¡± ¡°You don¡¯t get it! He probably wants to train more before participating. Losing would be embarrassing.¡± ¡°True, better to watch as the host.¡± At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an approached the two princesses. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s heart skipped, ¡®As expected, he¡¯s inviting my sister since she¡¯s his fianc¨¦e. After this, their rtionship will grow rapidly.¡¯ ¡®I wish I could join. This Great Hunt looks so fun, but without any spiritual energy, the imperial techniques I remember are useless. An ordinary person can¡¯t participate in such an event, sigh¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s eyes showed a hint of sadness. ¡°Qingmeng, would you like to join me in the hunt?¡± Startled by the voice, Zhao Qingmeng looked up. Lin Qi¡¯an smiled at her, dressed in white, exuding elegance. ¡®Wait, why is he inviting me? The future has changed!¡¯ Her beautiful eyes were filled with surprise and joy. Beside her, Zhao Yunjing¡¯s expression wasplex, her mouth twitching. ¡®This man, as my fianc¨¦, invites my sister in front of me? Isn¡¯t that too much?¡¯ Others around were shocked. ¡°What? The Prince wants to team up with Princess Qingle?¡± (TL: If anyone forgot Qingmengs her title is Qingle so she¡¯s called that.) ¡°Impossible, she doesn¡¯t have any spiritual energy! How can an ordinary person join? Without a strong protector, even a stray battle wave could tear her apart!¡± People were baffled by the Prince¡¯s intention. ¡°I agree!¡± Zhao Qingmeng answered loudly. Although she still held some animosity towards Lin Qi¡¯an, this was the life she wanted to experience after rebirth. And since Lin Qi¡¯an invited her, how could she refuse? ¡°Princess, you can¡¯t!¡± ¡°No way!¡± ¡°It¡¯s absolutely impossible!¡± The strongest reactions came from the guards and protectors nearby. This hunt was unpredictable, with many people and fierce beasts. How could a mortal princess take such a risk? If she were injured, the Tai¡¯an Emperor would be furious! ¡°What¡¯s impossible! This is Beiyang¡¯s territory. With the Prince¡¯s protection, would I be in danger?¡± Zhao Qingmeng said with hands on her hips, snorting coldly. ¡°But¡­¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, if anything happens to her, I¡¯ll take responsibility,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an insisted. He knew this was the best chance to reduce Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s animosity and uncover what the future held. What connection does the golden cicada have with us? With the prince and princess¡¯s insistence, everyone fell silent. After all, it was just apetition. With the prince¡¯s protection, the princess should be safe. The horse was ready. ¡°Can you get on?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡®As a former empress, you ask if I can ride a horse? Are you insulting me?¡¯ ¡°No, I can¡¯t!¡± Zhao Qingmeng said confidently. She was indeed a delicate girl now, with no solution. Unexpectedly, Lin Qi¡¯an wrapped his arm around her waist and jumped onto the horse. He ced her in front and wrapped his arms around her to hold the reins. ¡°Hold on tight! Let¡¯s go!¡± Before Zhao Qingmeng realized it, Lin Qi¡¯an had already set off at a gallop. ¡°Prince, the token!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took the number 1001 team token. No one expected the Prince to team up with Princess Qingle, effectively bringing along a burden. ¡°Go, Prince!¡± ¡°Bring glory to Beiyang!¡± ¡°Protect the princess well!¡± Shouts echoed from behind. Spectators from various sects and factions went wild when they saw this scene on the recording stones! Chapter 78 Chapter 78: The Crown Princess Joins the Battle in Anger! Lin Qi¡¯an Receives a New Task ¡°The Prince really joined the hunt! And he brought that princess who doesn¡¯t have a trace of cultivation, is he crazy?¡± ¡°No way! If I remember correctly, the Prince¡¯s fianc¨¦e is still around here!¡± ¡°The Prince is hitting on her sister right in front of his fianc¨¦e?¡± ¡°Hahaha, that¡¯s our Beiyang Prince, always ying with fire.¡± ¡°But how is the Prince supposed to hunt with her? Is he just sightseeing?¡± ¡°Forget it, he probably doesn¡¯t even n to win; he¡¯s just out there having fun. Look how leisurely he rides his horse!¡± ¡°I¡¯m suddenly so jealous. The Prince and Princess Qingle are a perfect match, and she looks so petite and protective¡­¡± ¡°Stop projecting yourself onto the Prince and fantasizing about the princess, it¡¯s disgusting!¡± In any case, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s departure immediately brought the scene to its peak excitement. He is a star in Beiyang! Add in the princess, and the excitement doubles. Some people even started shipping them as a couple. ¡°Hyah!¡± On the vast ins, Lin Qi¡¯an galloped on his horse, his white robe fluttering in the wind. In his arms sat the blushing little princess, dressed in a frost-colored long dress adorned with countless dark golden dragons with closed eyes, extremely elegant. ¡®This feeling, it¡¯s pretty nice. Why does it give me the illusion that Lin Qi¡¯an is a good man?.¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s heart raced. ¡®Fortunately, I¡¯m facing away from him, or it would be too embarrassing if he saw my expression.¡¯ Little did she know, every thought she had was heard clearly. Outside, countless people were eagerly watching the two riding together. Compared to fighting and killing, isn¡¯t this more enjoyable to watch than the Prince? Zhao Yunjing: ¡­ Heaven knows how angry she was. ¡®Does this Crown Princess have no face? The man you¡¯re cheering for is my fianc¨¦! As long as the engagement isn¡¯t broken, he¡¯s my man.¡¯ ¡®First, he cultivates with other women in front of me, and now he flirts with my sister? Lin Qi¡¯an, you¡¯ve got guts!¡¯ ¡°Who dares to fight alongside this princess?¡± a clear voice rang out across the sky. At the same time, Zhao Yunjing, dressed in a golden gown and exuding unmatched elegance, leapt to the forefront. Everyone was shocked, the Crown Princess is joining the battle?! Many people were eager to join her and wanted to fight alongside thisdy, but they dared not express it. They were not worthy! She is ranked first on the list of peerless fairies, daughter of the Emperor of Tai¡¯an, and at the peak of the Transcendent Realm. Are you worthy? Moreover, this is the fianc¨¦e of the Beiyang Prince. If he finds out, do you think he won¡¯t settle ounts with youter? ¡°Xueni wishes to apany Your Highness.¡± A moon-white figure emerged from the crowd, equally as beautiful as a fairy! Graceful as a fairy, her appearance was icy and clear, like a moon goddess. Ranked second on the list of peerless fairies, Su Xueni. Now her cultivation is also at the Transcendent Realm, practicing Heaven-level techniques, refining Ice Qilin Essence Blood, with fifty spiritual apertures opened through nurturing. She is indeed qualified to apany. Zhao Yunjing¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, she had no desire to win, just wanted to suppress the scumbag! ¡°What are you waiting for? Let¡¯s go.¡± Zhao Yunjing took the 1002 token. The two women each mounted a horse and set off together. The audience was like water poured into a hot oil pot, crackling and boiling over! ¡°Oh my! Two peerless fairies together, am I seeing this right? It might be hard to see such a scene again in this lifetime!¡± ¡°Bro, you¡¯re drooling on my pants!¡± ¡°Wait, isn¡¯t the Crown Princess going to trouble the Prince, haha?¡± ¡°Possible, this will be interesting!¡± If this were a variety show, the entertainment value would be off the charts. It even includes elements of a fianc¨¦e, a bullheaded man, and catching someone in the act. ¡ª A ck horse galloped across the ins. The Great ins of Mount Tai, a vast expanse with countless mountain ranges, forests, valleys, rivers, andkes interwoven¡ªa grand stage. Looking out, almost no one was in sight! On horseback, Lin Qi¡¯an listened to the little princess¡¯s thoughts, amused and exasperated. A dignified empress reborn, yet with so many little girlish thoughts, it¡¯s quite endearing! ¡°By the way, Brother Lin, why did you invite me and not my sister?¡± Zhao Qingmeng asked, unable to understand. Although she didn¡¯t want to admit it, her sister was indeed more outstanding than herself now. ¡°Does a fianc¨¦e smell better than a little sister?¡± ¡°Pfft¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t help butugh. It seems some things haven¡¯t changed; he said the same thing in her previous life. ¡¾Ding! The host¡¯s heart is not dedicated, exhibiting a viin¡¯s charm, viin points +1000¡¿ ¡¾New task received: Make All Bow Down¡¿ ¡¾Task requirements: Make one hundred teams kneel and take their tokens¡¿ ¡¾Reward: 30,000 viin points, location guide to the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Mansion¡¿ After seeing the task requirements, even Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but gasp. He needed to make a hundred teams kneel and offer their tokens! Isn¡¯t that too domineering? There are only a thousand teams in total; this means I have to defeat one-tenth of them. These people are the young geniuses and strongmen from all the sects in Beiyang. You can say, a viin is indeed a viin¡­ Fortunately, it¡¯s not about killing them; they¡¯re all from Beiyang sects, so rampant killing wouldn¡¯t be good. The rewards are quite rich! The location of the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance¡­ ording to ancient records, the Thunder Emperor made his name 30,000 years ago during a chaotic era when demonic sects thrived, and demons ran rampant. Wherever the Thunder Emperor¡¯s divine lightning passed, all became ruins! He single-handedly ughtered countless demons, instilling fear in the Demon Sect. He is someone on par with the Sword Emperor. Honestly, if it were any other great emperor¡¯s inheritance, Lin Qi¡¯an might not even be interested, but the Thunder Emperor¡¯s is intriguing! It¡¯s said that his fianc¨¦e cultivates the Heavenly Extreme Five Thunder Technique. If she finds out her fianc¨¦ has the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance, will she question her life choices? ¡¾ept the task?¡¿ ¡°ept,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an agreed without hesitation. ¡¾Ding! Task epted sessfully, task assistance obtained: Full Map Vision¡¿ A map immediately appeared in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind, dotted with over a thousand small red points, like a radar. No doubt, these are the locations of other teams! This is like having a cheat code. Chapter 79 Chapter 79: The Prince Encounters Chan Xin! A Seeded Competitor in the First Battle The hour of protection has passed and teams are now free to engage each other. In the hunt, all participants are young talents selected for their strength, and they bear the risk of life and death. Those in the sky holding the recording stones are there to document and typically do not interfere in battles. Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng, due to their slow pace, hadn¡¯t encountered anyone after three hours of travel. However, with the radar map of the Great Tai Mountain ins, finding someone was simple. Ahead in the forest, signs of battle finally appeared. Trees swayed, fierce winds howled, birds and beasts scattered! ¡°It seems there are people fighting ahead, should we go around?¡± Zhao Qingmeng asked. ¡°Why go around? Of course, we should check it out.¡± ¡°You¡­ you¡¯re not nning to actually join the fight, are you? I can¡¯t help you!¡± Zhao Qingmeng pouted. She thought this trip was purely for sightseeing since she couldn¡¯t fight, but it seemed Lin Qi¡¯an had different ns. ¡°Did I say I needed your help? Just watch obediently.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled slightly and rode forward. ¡ª In the forest, two teams were engaged in battle. One team consisted of disciples from the Tianshan Sect, a junior brother and sister. The other was led by the infamous lecherous monk, Chan Xin! This battle was the focus, and the scene had already been transmitted through the projection stones. ¡°Encountering Chan Xin, it seems this team is doomed¡± ¡°This monk looks strange, but his skills are formidable!¡± ¡°Indeed, he¡¯s one of the seededpetitors!¡± As expected, after a fierce fight, Chan Xin overwhelmed the pair with his strength. His robes half-open, he approached the female disciple with a sinister smile. ¡°Don¡¯te any closer! I¡¯ll give you my token, just don¡¯t do anything!¡± The female disciple hastily threw her token away in fear. She had heard of Chan Xin¡¯s reputation; women spoke of him with dread. A monk practicing Joyful Zen¡ªthose who know, know. Chan Xin casually crushed the token, earning +3 points. Still smiling, he walked toward the female disciple, staring at her intently. ¡°Dear benefactor, our meeting today must be fate. How about we cultivate together?¡± Chan Xin sped his hands with an eerie smile, sending shivers down her spine. ¡°Senior brother! Why are you just standing there, help me!¡± The female disciple¡¯s face turned pale. ¡°Sister, I¡­ I can¡¯t beat him either!¡± This scene left the audience stunned. ¡°Is Chan Xin really going to cultivate with her during thepetition?¡± ¡°No way, right in front of millions? Is this really free to watch?¡± ¡°How can you even think that, it¡¯s disgusting!¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t anyone going to stop Chan Xin¡¯s audacity?¡± ¡°In the Great Hunt, participants take their own risks. Tianjian City won¡¯t intervene; everyone relies on their own skills¡± Many male spectators were excited, thinking they might witness a wild spectacle. Oddly excited indeed. ¡°Rest assured, dear benefactor, this humble monk is not small and will surely satisfy you.¡± Chan Xin bowed. ¡°Get lost¡­¡± The female disciple was nearly in tears with fear. Running into this outrageous monk was truly unlucky! Her body immobilized by golden Buddha light, she could only close her eyes in disgrace. ¡°It¡¯s over, all over!¡± ¡°Master, why are your eyes so wide? Aren¡¯t you afraid I¡¯ll tell the mistress?¡± ¡°Nonsense! I have no interest¡± ¡°Wait, more people areing¡­¡± ¡°It¡¯s the prince! The prince has arrived!¡± The whole scene erupted in excitement. Unexpectedly, the prince intervened in this battle which instantly heightened the atmosphere. Countless cultivators flew over to watch the projection of this area. No one was left at the projection stones of other areas! Why watch boring fights when the prince is involved? ¡°Encountering Chan Xin first, the prince is in danger!¡± ¡°Indeed, and the prince brought the princess with no cultivation, while Chan Xin has two strong fighters¡± ¡°In the Great Hunt, many want to make a name by defeating the prince. Chan Xin won¡¯t miss this chance¡± In the Great Hunt, Tianjian City is the host. Even if the prince is injured in a normal battle, it¡¯s considered eptable, and Tianjian City won¡¯t pursue it. ¡°It¡¯s the prince and the princess!¡± Chan Xin immediately lost interest in the female disciple. Everyone was curious about how the heir would handle Chan Xin. The prince in white spoke calmly, ¡°Kneel and offer your token.¡± With one sentence, the prince ignited the atmosphere. ¡°My god, the prince is too bold!¡± ¡°I thought the prince wouldn¡¯t fight, but he demands kneeling and offering tokens with just a word!¡± ¡°Ah, my heart¡¯s melting for the prince, he¡¯s unbelievably cool¡± ¡°Is the prince so confident he can handle Chan Xin? There are two of them!¡± ¡°Go, prince, beat that monk!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an had no idea so many people were watching. Toplete the task, he had to do this. ¡°Kneel¡­ haha, the prince must be joking.¡± Chan Xin¡¯s eyes narrowed, and his body erupted with golden light! A colossal figure materialized behind him, a radiant golden body. His eyes gleamed with golden light, wearing Buddhist beads, his whole body like cast gold. ¡°It¡¯s the Vajra Arhat Body!¡± ¡°Chan Xin is going all out, aiming to crush the heir!¡± ¡°With an indestructible body, can the prince win?¡± ¡°Please enlighten me, prince!¡± Buddhist chants thundered through the air. The massive figure mmed down with a palm, like Mount Tai descending! Chapter 80 Chapter 80: One Finger Breaks the Form, Lin Qi¡¯an Acquires a Special Rosary The massive dark-golden palm descended from the sky! As the enormous shadow approached, Lin Qi¡¯an remained calm, and the Nine Yang Divine Sword flew out from his sleeve. With a casual flick of his finger, he tapped the sword¡¯s scabbard. The divine technique of Tianjian City, Heavenly Sword Finger! In an instant, the heavens changed color, and fierce winds howled, spreading violently for miles! Trees and nts were pressed down by the hurricane. Chan Xin¡¯s massive form had its forehead pierced instantly, with countless cracks spreading. Crack! It shattered with a crash. Chan Xin spat out a mouthful of blood and retreated a hundred meters. Zhao Qingmeng covered her mouth, her beautiful eyes filled with disbelief, ¡®One finger, one sword, shatters the Vajra Body. No wonder I chose this man.¡¯ Just now, Lin Qi¡¯an even diverted some power to protect her! He shielded her from the residual energy to prevent her from getting hurt. Even though she had the Holy Origin Golden Bell for protection and wouldn¡¯t have been harmed. Even while multitasking, Lin Qi¡¯an shattered Chan Xin¡¯s invincible form with overwhelming force! ¡®Hmph, I knew you cared about me, Your Highness.¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an: ¡­ ¡®A former Empress shouldn¡¯t think like a lovestruck young girl, right? You¡¯re making it hard for me to stayposed!¡¯ The others present, including the female disciple Chan Xin had defeated, were as surprised as they were delighted. She had just experienced Chan Xin¡¯s strength firsthand, being effortlessly overpowered two-on-one! He was one of the seedpetitors in this hunting battle! Yet, the Prince, while protecting the princess, broke Chan Xin¡¯s strongest technique with a single finger! ¡®The Prince is truly mighty! No wonder he¡¯s our Beiyang Prince¡­Being saved by the Prince is definitely a heroic rescue! When I return, I must brag to my fellow disciples~¡¯ As she thought, a blush spread across her cheeks. Meanwhile, the spectators went from worrying about the Prince being defeated by Chan Xin to celebrating with wild cheers! The deafening cheers formed waves of sound that echoed across the ins. It was almost more enthusiastic than the previous Great Hunt¡¯s winner! ¡°The Prince is too powerful! Who said he would fear Chan Xin? Did you see? This is the Beiyang Prince, the pride of Beiyang!¡± ¡°Hahaha, well done! So satisfying. The lecherous monk probably never imagined he¡¯d be eliminated immediately.¡± ¡°Mighty Prince!¡± The young people shouted excitedly. Even the old seniors of the sects and the reclusive elders of Tianjian City nodded in approval. They had previously thought the prince¡¯s aptitude was average. But after today¡¯s performance, even the Tai¡¯an princess Zhao Yunzhi might notpare to him! ¡°The prince is truly bringing honor to Tianjian City.¡± As the son of the Sword Emperor, it wouldn¡¯t have been good for his reputation if he was defeated in the first round. ¡°This kid¡¯s strength is no joke; after all, he grew up on my pills,¡± an elder with white hair and beardughed heartily. The others looked and their pupils shrank. ¡°It¡¯s the Pill Emperor!¡± ¡°The Pill Emperor has been living in seclusion in Tianjian City!¡± Even such a renowned figure in the Cann Dao Domain was here, what a spectacle! Of course, he wasn¡¯t here just to watch the hunting battle, but to see how much of a stir Lin Qi¡¯an could create. Unbeknownst to them, even the Sword Emperor¡¯s family was present to watch thepetition. They had a private viewing tform and projection stones, like a private cinema. Among them were saints and quasi-saint powerhouses. ¡°I wonder how the Sword Emperor would evaluate this technique?¡± When ites to sword techniques, with the Sword Emperor present, they naturally dared notment casually. ¡°Somewhat aplished, not worth mentioning.¡± The Sword Emperor wore wide-sleeved robes and spoke indifferently. Hearing the Sword Emperor¡¯s evaluation, everyone nodded in approval. They knew the Sword Emperor never exaggerated! Even if it was his son, he wouldn¡¯t overpraise him. What he considered ¡°somewhat aplished¡± was top-notch among the younger generation! ¡°My form¡­ was broken just like that?¡± Chan Xin¡¯s face turned pale, having suffered some internal injuries. His teammate looked at Lin Qi¡¯an with deep apprehension. If Chan Xin was at a disadvantage, how could he dare to make a move? ¡°The prince is formidable, this monk admits defeat.¡± ¡°Then what are you waiting for? Have you forgotten what I just said?¡± Chan Xin¡¯s heart skipped a beat. The prince wanted him to kneel and present the token! How domineering and unreasonable. ¡°I¡¯ll give you ten breaths. Ten.¡± ¡°I¡¯ming, I¡¯ming!¡± Chan Xin didn¡¯t dare hesitate, quickly stepped forward, half-kneeling in front of Lin Qi¡¯an, and offered the token with both hands. Everyone knew that the prince¡¯s ten breaths were more like two! When ten passed, it immediately became one! If you dared hesitate, he would end your life. Lin Qi¡¯an took the token and crushed it casually, adding +3 to his hunting points. Meanwhile, the mission progress updated. ¡¾Mission Progress: 1/100¡¿ He thought, ¡®I¡¯d better defeat more teams on the first day, or there won¡¯t be any leftter¡­ As for this lecherous monk, I might as well kill him.¡¯ ¡°Prince, this monk has something to offer! I only ask for your mercy.¡± Sensing the killing intent in the Prince¡¯s eyes, Chan Xin was terrified and quickly took out his treasure. ¡°You think I¡¯d be interested in your stuff?¡± ¡°The Prince, this rosary is my favorite treasure. It can shrink freely and bind people!¡± A binding rosary?! ¡°Well, I can¡¯t say no to that.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly thought of Zhao Qingmeng, she might enjoy a binding y. Taking advantage of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s distraction, Chan Xin quickly fled, voluntarily leaving the hunting battleground, not daring to make a sound. The female disciple from the Heavenly Mountain Sect hurried to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side and bowed, ¡°Thank you, Prince, for your assistance!¡± Her heart was filled with gratitude. The prince was handsome and unrivaled in strength. Much better than her useless senior brother, a million times better! After she flew away, Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng also left, riding off to find the next target. Zhao Qingmeng enjoyed the feeling of being held by Lin Qi¡¯an while riding, feeling safe. However¡­ women like gentleness, while men enjoy excitement and ughter. ¡°Where are we going next?¡± ¡°To find people and fight.¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t it nice to just wander around and enjoy the scenery?¡± ¡°No.¡± He nned to crush a hundred teams, with no time for romance. ¡°Why did you take that weird rosary?¡± ¡°Guess¡­¡± Chapter 81 Chapter 81: The Prince Ranks First at the End of the First Day¡¯s Battle The first day¡¯s hunting battle wasing to a close and fighting was fierce! Some teams focused on hunting fierce beasts, while others sought out people to fight. By the end of the day, nearly two hundred teams had been eliminated! The points leaderboard was updating rapidly. Earlier in the day, the Holy Son from the Taiwu Holy Land, Wu Ling, was in the lead with 20 points! Mo Shuiqiu from the Yunmo Dao Pce followed closely with 17 points. These two teams likely increased their points by preying on other teams, climbing rapidly. One of the seededpetitors, Chan Xin, was eliminated tragically. Butter on, Team 1002 caught up at an incredible pace, quickly surpassing Wu Ling to take the lead. This team consisted of Princess Zhao Yunjing of Tai¡¯an and Saintess Su Xueni of Tianchi. They formed nearly the strongest female duo¡­ The top two ranked beauties in the Cann Dao Domain, their strength was equally terrifying, which was unexpected. However, just as everyone thought they would maintain the top spot, a dark horse charged through, unstoppable, and took the lead, surpassing everyone! Team 108. ¡°Who are they? I have no impression of them!¡± ¡°They shouldn¡¯t be any sect¡¯s son, they seem ordinary!¡± ¡°I remember! This person is Ye Yun, themander of the princess¡¯s guards, who was once punished by the prince with a hundredshes!¡± ¡°Really? Even a guard can be this strong? That¡¯s absurd¡­ The other one is also quite formidable, able to use various beast abilities!¡± ¡°Wait, these two aren¡¯t from Beiyang, will they take first ce?¡± Indeed, these two were none other than thebination of two children of destiny, Ling Tian and Xiao Chen. The so-called children of destiny thrive once given a stage. They trample all those so-called prodigies beneath their feet! Even the radiant Princess Zhao Yunjing was slightly overshadowed by them. Seeing these two climb to the top, Zi Lianyou and Ran Yuwei were displeased. Xiao Chen and Ye Yun had long been old adversaries of the prince. Their rise to the top meant overshadowing the prince. ¡°Wait, Sister Ran, isn¡¯t Xiao Chen your junior brother? Why do you grit your teeth seeing him in the spotlight?¡± Zi Lianyou asked with a smile. ¡°Because he always targets the prince and does hateful things, I¡¯ve long lost any fellow-feeling with him!¡± Ran Yuwei dered righteously, ¡°Naturally, I support the prince over him.¡± ¡°This Team 108 is scoring too fast¡­¡± ¡°Yeah, their points keep increasing. Our Beiyang teams must do their best, don¡¯t let outsiders surpass us!¡± Team 108, with 36 points, held the top position! The audience was on edge as these two were not from Beiyang. If they won the Beiyang event, it would be a huge embarrassment¡­ The more discontented they felt, the faster the points increased. Children of destiny don¡¯t y by the rules, they grow stronger through battle, and they might even gain fortuitous encounters. As everyone was feeling heavy-hearted, another team surged forward. Team 1001, the prince¡¯s team. There hadn¡¯t always been projections of Lin Qi¡¯an, and he mostly appeared to be leisurely riding horses¡­ So¡­ many people weren¡¯t paying much attention to him. ¡°How is this possible! The prince¡¯s team also has many points? I remember he was leisurely riding with the princess¡­¡± ¡°Crazy! Even with a burden, the prince climbed up? How strong must he be! And each time it¡¯s a 3-point gain, showing the prince is constantly defeating teams! Such efficiency is terrifying!¡± In modern terms, they¡¯d probably call him a ¡°hacker.¡± In truth, Lin Qi¡¯an was indeed a ¡°hacker,¡± using a full-map cheat to find opponents at will. Finally, when the first day¡¯s hunting battle ended, Team 1001 held 112 points, ranking first! Beiyang was in an uproar, Tianjian City was in an uproar, countless sects were in an uproar as this was an impossible miracle! ¡°The prince had to fight two at a time, reaching these points means winning dozens of consecutive matches, defeating dozens of peers.¡± ¡°Do you think this is realistic?¡± ¡°Unrealistic! But he¡¯s the Sword Emperor¡¯s son, so it bes realistic¡­¡± At night, the light was dim. If the distance was too far, and there were obstacles, the projection stones would be hard to see. Many participants chose to rest and adjust, recovering spiritual power for tomorrow. ¡°Our chance hase¡­¡± ¡°Didn¡¯t expect the little princess to run out herself, with no guards around, heaven is helping us!¡± ¡°Haha, she trusts that Beiyang Prince too much, thinking no one would dare touch him in Beiyang. Set up the array, they¡¯ll be here soon.¡± The Ghost Fiend Pce, Chi Mei Wang Liang, had four people. Their goal was to capture Zhao Qingmeng. The Great Hunt was just for fun, to kill some sect prodigies and grab rewards, but unexpectedly, Zhao Qingmeng joined herself! After a day¡¯s tracking, they finally found the Beiyang heir and discovered he was pursuing various teams. Tonight, they set up a bonfire nearby on purpose. The blue smoke rose straight into the night sky. They were not worried that he wouldn¡¯t take the bait. ¡°Heard the Beiyang prince has many sacred weapons, wouldn¡¯t it be great to kill him?¡± ¡°Of course, but we must first use the Four Netherworld Formation to iste the outside world, don¡¯t let anyone know¡­¡± ¡°Otherwise, the Sword Emperor¡¯s wrath isn¡¯t something we can bear.¡± The four slowly sank into the ground, leaving only the bonfire crackling away. Lin Qi¡¯an, with Zhao Qingmeng, was already heading toward the bonfire. ¡°After a whole day, I¡¯m exhausted¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng was, after all, a mortal, unable to endure long journeys, now almost copsing on the horse. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, we¡¯ll rest soon, let¡¯s check if there¡¯s anyone at that bonfire ahead first.¡± ¡°Grumble¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng stomach growled and she had be numb. Lin Qi¡¯an defeated dozens of teams in a day, needing no help from her. And every victory required the defeated to kneel and present their tokens. A peculiar hobby? Though tired, Zhao Qingmeng was happy, just being a cheerleader and winning. Mortals have their benefits, always being protected. Her hatred for Lin Qi¡¯an also quietly dwindled. ¡°Nobody?¡± Before the bonfire, it was empty. Chapter 82 Chapter 82: Ambushed! Trapped in a Dark Formation ¡°No one?¡± Looking at the empty bonfire, Lin Qi¡¯an pondered. ording to the radar map in his mind, there should have been four people here, hiding. ¡®Oh well, I can¡¯t be bothered with them.¡¯ ¡°Get down.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an dismounted and he turned to see the little princess looking at him wistfully, with a hint of pitifulness. ¡°Oh, sorry, I forgot.¡± He helped her down from the horse, taking just a few steps when¡ª Boom! The ground suddenly erupted! Countless clods of earth and sand exploded. Mixed within were dozens of ck talismans. The explosion turned into a dense ck smoke! Simultaneously, at the four corners, four men in ck robes sprang up from the ground. Arge, dark formation quickly formed in mid-air, enveloping Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng. ¡°Hahahaha! The Beiyang prince and the Tai¡¯an princess, I can¡¯t believe you fell into our hands so easily!¡± Of course, Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng were unharmed because the ck smoke wasn¡¯t lethal; it was a slow-acting poison. ¡°Cough, cough¡­¡± The little princess coughed a few times, but golden light already shimmered around her; her protective sacred artifact had activated. As for Lin Qi¡¯an, he looked at the four ck-robed men with interest, ¡°You guys are from the Demon Sect?¡± ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an! You might not know it yet, but you¡¯re doomed. This is the Four Netherworld Formation, built with ourbined power. No aura can escape, and to others, this ce will appear as utter darkness.¡± ¡°You¡¯ve already entered a lightless prison. Soon, you¡¯ll inhale this ck smoke, your spiritual apertures will lock, and you¡¯ll be a cripple!¡± ¡°Don¡¯t think about breaking the formation, heir. You¡¯ve been traveling and fighting all day; surely your strength is nearly spent!¡± ¡°And we four are all at our peak! I didn¡¯t expect this mission to be so easy, catching two big fish at once.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an frowned. ¡°So, we¡¯re trapped in here to die?¡± ¡°That¡¯s right. But only you will die; we wouldn¡¯t dare kill the princess, she needs to be taken back. This princess is quite charming; maybe we should savor her first?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an yawned, ¡°Fine, you all take your time; I¡¯ll get some sleep first.¡± With a thought, the Lotus Realm opened, drawing the two of them inside. Seeing this, the four were dumbfounded. ¡°What just happened? Where did they go? Wait, could it be a space-breaking ability? Impossible!¡± ¡°Then where did they go?¡± ¡°I know, the kid must have a spatial treasure! Kill him, and it will be ours¡­¡± ¡°Stay strong, keep the formation up. He can¡¯t stay hidden forever!¡± ¡ª¡ª¡ª ¡¾Lotus Realm¡¿ A Paradise Away from the World. After modifications by a top-tier carpenter, the inside now had a proper courtyard and house, with a que reading ¡°Xue¡¯an Courtyard.¡± ¡°Are you okay?¡± ¡°I¡¯m fine¡­¡± The two were safe and sound. Inside the Lotus Realm, they were absolutely safe, as the lotus body would disappear, returning to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s hand. ¡°Why do they want to capture me?¡± Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t understand. ¡®Could they know about my constitution? Impossible, everyone who knew was silenced by my father.¡¯ ¡°Don¡¯t overthink it, just rest for now.¡± Lin Qi¡¯anyfortably in the courtyard chair. ¡®Once rested, I¡¯ll deal with them slowly.¡¯ As for Zhao Qingmeng, she went inside the house, the light on, doing who knows what. Two hourster. ¡°Brother Lin?¡± Hearing Zhao Qingmeng call, Lin Qi¡¯an opened his eyes and saw her holding a stack of ink-scented papers. ¡°What¡¯s up? Can¡¯t sleep?¡± ¡°This is for you!¡± Zhao Qingmeng shoved the papers at him, and Lin Qi¡¯an was taken aback. Pages filled with dense small writing, freshly penned, the ink not yet dry. It had a name. ¡¾Eight Destions and Six Harmonies¡¿ ¡°This is¡­¡± ¡°A top-tier Heaven Rank Technique, I¡¯ve transcribed it for you!¡± Zhao Qingmeng felt guilty. Lin Qi¡¯an not only brought her to the Great Hunt but protected her throughout, and now she had be a burden. The group¡¯s goal was to capture her and kill Lin Qi¡¯an in the process! She wanted to repay him with something but had nothing on her. Except for the techniques and divine abilities from her memory. Lin Qi¡¯an was about to ask why she was giving this to him, but hearing her inner thoughts, he didn¡¯t need to. ¡°Since I¡¯ve promised to protect you, it¡¯s my duty; no need to thank me¡­¡± ¡°And this too, for you!¡± Zhao Qingmeng produced more pages, also filled with handwritten script. ¡¾Six Paths Reincarnation Fist¡¿ ¡®Wait, isn¡¯t this the secret of the Six Paths Divine Pce¡­ Only the sect leader¡¯s personal disciples can learn this divine ability, yet she has it!¡¯ ¡°Cough, cough¡­ This gift is a bit too precious. ¡°And these, all Ninth-Grade Divine Pill recipes. As far as I know, the Pill Emperor of Beiyang doesn¡¯t even know these forms!¡± Zhao Qingmeng, full of pride, handed over a stack of papers. Ninth-Grade Divine Pill recipes¡­ One would drive all alchemists in the Cann Dao Domain mad! Even the Pill Emperor would be thrilled, unable to sleep for three days and nights. ¡®Is it really appropriate to give me so much at once?¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an felt a bit touched. Though Zhao Qingmeng had many schemes and initially harbored ill intentions. Once she genuinely cared, she was like an innocent little girl, sharing all her treasured toys with you! ¡°I¡¯ll ept them all then¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stored them in his ring, stretchedzily, and stood up. ¡°But I can¡¯t take these for nothing, so I¡¯ll go deal with those outside, then you cane out?¡± ¡°Okay, but be careful!¡± ¡®Even if you die, it should be by my hand, hmph, don¡¯t let anyone else kill you¡¯ ¡°Don¡¯t worry, they can¡¯t harm me.¡± ¡°Wait!¡± Zhao Qingmeng suddenly removed the beautiful golden bell from her wrist. ¡°You take this too. If there¡¯s danger, it can protect you.¡± ¡®This is crazy¡­ This is your protective sacred artifact, the Holy Yuan Golden Bell, personally crafted by Emperor Tai¡¯an!¡¯ Chapter 83 Chapter 83: The Crown Prince to Annihte the Demon Sect, the Sword Emperor Takes Action! A male disciple of Tianjian City named Xiao Wu happened to pass by nearby. He was one of the ¡°photographers¡± responsible for recording thepetition¡¯s events. The image stone he held was connected to arge image stone on the ins. Once activated, it could project the recorded scenes over there. Xiao Wu was quite unlucky; he hadn¡¯t recorded any exciting battle scenes all day and was exhausted from running around. Probably, no one was watching the projection area of his image stone¡­ he thought dejectedly. At this moment, he noticed a mysterious dark area! He could hardly see inside or hear anything, as if some isting formation was in ce. ¡°Is someone fighting in there?!¡± The sharp-eyed Xiao Wu immediately found a hidden spot, infusing spiritual power into the image stone, ready to record at any moment. ¡­ On the ins, since nighttime was mainly for resting, there weren¡¯t many image stones broadcasting, and many staff members were resting. Those bored cultivators wandered around, looking for image stones still broadcasting to pass the time. Coincidentally, they saw Xiao Wu¡¯s stone and were puzzled. ¡°What is this? Why is it all ck? You can¡¯t see anything!¡± ¡°Yeah, who¡¯s controlling this image stone? Why keep it on with nothing to see, to entertain us?¡± ¡°Haha, maybe the person fell asleep!¡± ¡°Forget it; can you expect to see any exciting battles at night? Better rest for tomorrow.¡± ¡°Wait! Don¡¯t you find this dark area strange¡­ From my experience, it¡¯s likely some sort of hidden formation!¡± An older and more experienced cultivator suddenly spoke up which immediately drew a lot of attention. ¡°Senior, you mean there¡¯s a fight inside?¡± ¡°Why hide the fight with a formation?¡± ¡°Right, are they doing something shady!¡± Gradually, more and more cultivators gathered here, all curious about what was happening inside the formation. ¡­ Spatial fluctuations! Lin Qi¡¯an left the Lotus Realm. He naturally didn¡¯t take the Sacred Origin Golden Bell. Dealing with four cultivators at the Transcendent Realm didn¡¯t require using three sacred weapons; that would be overestimating them. ¡°They¡¯re out!¡± The four members of the Demon Sect, who had been maintaining the barrier, were delighted when Lin Qi¡¯an appeared, immediately boosting their spirits. ¡°Looks like the Crown Prince can no longer hold on? Where¡¯s the princess? Hand her over, and maybe we¡¯ll give you a less painful death.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sighed, ¡°Do you really think this ck fog, this barrier, can affect me?¡± ¡°Stop bluffing, Your Highness! Those who inhale the ck fog will have their spiritual apertures gradually sealed. We¡¯ve killed many geniuses this way, and you¡¯re no exception!¡± The four of them, all at the Transcendent Realm, besieged Lin Qi¡¯an, using arge formation and ck talismans. They believed they were showing enough respect and were infallible! Even if this prince were at the Celestial Realm, he would fall here, let alone being merely at Clear Light. Lin Qi¡¯an took a deep breath and slightly opened his mouth. Ancient dragon might, with its obscure sybles, erupted from his mouth! The ck fog in the air scattered in all directions like startled birds. ¡°What¡­what is this!¡± ¡°Hold it together! The formation¡­it¡¯s breaking!¡± Boom, the Four Netherworld Formation, built with theirbined power, was shattered! All four spewed blood, sent flying backward. Instantly, the clouds cleared, the fog dispersed, and everything bowed in submission. The remaining power was vast! ¡­ Hiding in the distance, Xiao Wu, lying by the bushes, just happened to record this scene. The formation shattered, and the dragon¡¯s might roared! For a moment, it felt like an ancient mountain and sea pressed down, suffocating him. The wind howled, stones flew. At the center stood a figure in white, like a divine being. ¡®Is that¡­is that the Crown Prince?!¡¯ Xiao Wu was ecstatic. Unexpectedly, after a whole day of not recording anything exciting, he was fortunate enough to witness the Crown Prince in action! This was truly a blessing from the heavens! Most of the audience hailed from Beiyang; who wouldn¡¯t want to watch the Crown Prince fight? On the other side, the audience was already in an uproar. ¡°The Crown Prince? It¡¯s the Crown Prince! The Crown Prince is fighting one against four!¡± ¡°The aura just now was terrifying; even from a distance, the overwhelming pressure was palpable¡­ was it dragon might?¡± ¡°What, the Crown Prince possesses dragon might?!¡± The excitement and cheers of the people quickly attracted more viewers. A disciple from the Qinglong Divine Sect rushed over, barely catching his breath. At this moment, a beautiful woman in a blue dress with dragon patterns soaring was meditating with her eyes closed. ¡°Saintess! Reporting to the Saintess!¡± ¡°What is it that you¡¯re so flustered about?¡± ¡°Just now, I saw the Crown Prince in action. He seems to have the ancestral dragon¡¯s might!¡± The Qinglong Divine Sect practiced dragon-rted techniques and was familiar with this. However, they only had a small part of the Azure Dragon inheritance, let alone the ancestral dragon, which was unreachable. ¡°What? Take me to see it immediately!¡± The Qinglong Saintess was shocked, flying up without further exnation, her dress billowing. If the Crown Prince had the ancestral dragon¡¯s power, she must find ways to please him; maybe she could gain some of the ancestral dragon¡¯s legacy¡­ ¡°Even at night, we can see the Crown Prince fight? Let¡¯s go quickly!¡± ¡°Wait, didn¡¯t the Crown Prince fight all day, defeating dozens of teams? Does he still have energy?¡± ¡°Indeed, the Crown Prince fought one against two, which should be even more draining!¡± As more people gathered, the noise grew louder. ¡°Who¡¯s making such a racket, can¡¯t a person sleep at night?¡± ¡°They say the image stone shows the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Then who cares about sleep? Let¡¯s go watch!¡± Even Xiao Wu didn¡¯t know that due to him capturing the Crown Prince, the viewers went from a few to a crowded throng. In the woods, the four members of the Demon Sect were in shock! ¡°Dragon might¡­impossible!¡± ¡°How can a cultivator at the Transcendent Realm have such terrifying power!¡± Their pupils constricted in horror and a massive fear gripped their hearts. It was like an invisible ck hand slowly squeezing their hearts. ¡°This person is unbeatable, retreat quickly!¡± The eldest, Chi, reacted the fastest and tried to fly away immediately. With the formation broken, fighting here might attract others, making escape impossible, but he was met with a golden divine fire. Realizing it, they were already trapped in a fiery cage and were unable to escape. A palm strike brought scorching pain to the soul. ¡°Ah!!¡± ¡°What is this fire?!¡± The four were terrified, trapped in the me prison. The Nine Yang Divine Fire could burn everything; how could these Demon Sect cultivators break through? The four unleashed various divine powers and treasures on the prison, all incinerated by the divine fire, none effective. ¡°Did I allow you to leave?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s calm voice rang out. They were utterly terrified! Is the Crown Prince of Beiyang even human with this battle strength? He¡¯s a monster. ¡°Your Highness! We offended you; please forgive us!¡± They began begging for mercy. Chapter 84 Chapter 84: The Crown Prince to Annihte the Demon Sect, the Sword Emperor Takes Action! Dragon might, sacred weapons, divine fire¡­ Each of these trump cards is an existence capable of defying the heavens, and he possesses them all? Who knew that the true power of this crown prince was so terrifying? Had they heard even a whisper of this, they wouldn¡¯t have dared to provoke him! The audience was exhrated watching this. ¡°Who do they think they are, daring to challenge the Crown Prince? Courting death!¡± ¡°These sneaky individuals, four against one, must be from the Demon Sect! The Crown Prince fights four with ease, truly satisfying!¡± At this moment, Zhao Qingmeng emerged from the Lotus Realm. She blinked, quite puzzled, ¡®How long had it been? Is the battle already over?¡¯ It seems her worries were unnecessary; Lin Qi¡¯an always provided a sense of security. ¡°Two things. First, kneel and offer the medallion.¡± ¡°Certainly, certainly!¡± Two of them hurriedly knelt, presenting the medallion respectfully. The task progress increased by 2. ¡°The second thing, from you, I ask and you answer. Which sect do you belong to?¡± The first to be questioned happened to be the leader of the four, Chi. In the Demon Sect, one never reveals their sect, it¡¯s a rule, and breaking it means death. Naturally, he stammered and hesitated. ¡°I¡¯ll give you ten counts.¡± ¡°Ten, one. Unfortunately, time¡¯s up.¡± The Nine Yang Divine Sword flew up, piercing through the man¡¯s chest in an instant, leaving a golden me burning fiercely. ¡°Ah!!!¡± Amidst the screams, his body was incinerated, leaving nothing behind. ¡®Ten counts equaling two, didn¡¯t they know Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s rules¡­ deserved death indeed.¡¯ Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t help but shake her head. The remaining three were utterly terrified! The leader, a mid-stage Transcendent Realm expert, was just wiped out like that¡­ ¡°Next.¡± ¡°Ghost Fiend Pce, we are from Ghost Fiend Pce!¡± ¡°Lying to me?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an frowned and pointed a finger. A sharp, invisible sword aura pierced through the second person¡¯s forehead, blood dripping like a stream. Then, the me prison copsed, incinerating him on the spot. ¡°Your turn.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an looked at the third man, trembling: ¡°Speak.¡± ¡°It¡¯s true, Ghost Fiend Pce, Your Highness, how dare I lie! We are the Ghost Fiend Quartet, led by the Ghost King, no lies!¡± The third almost wet himself from fear. Even when telling the truth, they were killed; is this prince even human? ¡°Oh, so it was true after all.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded, as the two gave the same answer, it must be true. ¡°See, being honest leaves a way out. Where is your sect located?¡± ¡°Misty Ghost Mountain, in Misty Ghost Mountain! If Your Highness spares me, I will definitely¡­¡± Before he could finish, the Nine Yang Divine Sword beheaded him, golden mes rising from the cut, wisps of blue smoke trailing. The fourth was utterly terrified! Whether he answered or not, he was killed; the prince never intended to leave them alive! He gritted his teeth, destroying his own body, desperately trying to escape the me prison. His target was none other than Zhao Qingmeng. Only by capturing her as a hostage could he find a way out. Another sacred weapon flew out. The Seven Star Dragon Spring Sword transformed into a dazzling cold light! Thest one perished under the might of the sacred weapon. The scene immediately quieted down. These questions were, of course, projected elsewhere. ¡°So, they really were from the Demon Sect! Daring to strike at the Crown Prince during the Grand Hunt, what audacity!¡± ¡°The prince did well to kill them, so satisfying!¡± The reason Lin Qi¡¯an silenced them quickly was to prevent them from revealing their intent to capture Zhao Qingmeng because he knew someone was watching. Xiao Wu, still in shock, saw the Crown Prince approaching and felt a chill. Had he been discovered? ¡°Come out,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said calmly. Xiao Wu hurried out, kneeling on one knee: ¡°Greetings, Your Highness!¡± ¡°Point the image stone at me.¡± ¡°As youmand¡­¡± At this moment, the image stone focused on Lin Qi¡¯an, giving him a close-up. Handsome in white, graceful like jade. ¡°The Ghost Fiend Quartet plotted against me, this sect has no reason to exist.¡± From these words, people understood only one thing. The Crown Prince intended to annihte the Ghost Fiend Pce! ¡°I¡¯ve heard of this sect, but no one knows its exact location!¡± ¡°Yes, Misty Ghost Mountain is vast, said to have a hidden formation blending with nature, even a half-saint couldn¡¯t find it.¡± ¡°Beiyang is strong, but rooting them out is no easy task.¡± These Demon Sects excel at hiding, sneaky tactics. Ordinary people can¡¯t uproot them. On the exclusive stand was Sword Emperor Lin Weixuan, with deep, sharp eyes, as if containing a formidable sword aura. ¡°Did you hear my son? Does anyone know where this sect is?¡± Below, a group of saints and half-saints all looked troubled. ¡°Sword Emperor, the sect¡¯s protective formation blends with the clouds, one with nature, hard to detect.¡± ¡°I am willing to investigate, once found, I will annihte this sect immediately!¡± Ghost Feind Pce confidence came from their security. Even if their base was exposed, it wouldn¡¯t be easily found. Unless someone destroyed the entire mountain range spanning hundreds of miles! ¡°Forget it, I will go myself.¡± Everyone was shocked! For his son, the Sword Emperor would take action personally! Chapter 85 Chapter 85 A streak of sword energy tore through the sky, splitting the sun and moon, traversing the heavens and earth! Beneath the ins, millions looked up in astonishment, their hearts trembling violently. ¡°An aura of the Great Emperor¡­¡± ¡°The Sword Emperor himself has made a move, intending to destroy that Demon Pce!¡± ¡°Heavens, this is too overwhelming! It¡¯s said that the Sword Emperor dotes on his children exceedingly, and indeed, it¡¯s true.¡± The other Great Emperors of Beiyang gazed at the sky, murmuring to themselves. ¡°With this strike, the entire Cann Dao Domain will likely be reminded of the Sword Emperor¡¯s might.¡± ¡°The world thinks the Sword Emperor has lost the godly valor he had when he conquered all sides three thousand years ago, but how could they know that he is now even more terrifying.¡± ¡­ A step from the Great Emperor spans ten thousand miles. Misty Ghost Mountain, Ghost Fiend Pce. The Ghost King was in the midst of harvesting the essence of a female cultivator. After a moment of enjoyment, the flesh and blood on her body withered away, leaving behind a dried corpse. Such is the inhuman cruelty of the demonic cultivation! ¡°If I can sessfully capture that imperial princess, I too shall be an emperor in the future.¡± A sinister smile curled at the corner of his mouth. The Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Physique, one of the top dual cultivation furnaces in the world. It doesn¡¯t directly elevate one¡¯s cultivation level but makes every future breakthrough far easier! An ancestor had experienced it before. By harvesting the essence of a Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Physique, the bottlenecks in what were considered insurmountable realms became much easier to break through, allowing an almost unobstructed rise to the peak. Eventually, he became an emperor, dominating the Dao Domain. Unfortunately, he was ultimately destroyed by the Thunder Emperor, leading to the decline of the demonic sect. If he can capture the young imperial princess, within no more than a hundred years, he will surely lead the demonic sect to flourish again! Until then, the Ghost King had no ns of leaving. As long as he stayed within the great formation, he was absolutely safe. Even if a Great Emperores personally, it would be impossible to find this ce. Boom! At this moment, an earthquake erupted, and a violent roar came from above. The Ghost King immediately stepped outside the hall. He looked up and his face turned deathly pale! The great formation, which had merged with nature, was broken. With a single sword strike, the clouds shattered, and the sky opened! The clouds and mist covering hundreds of miles around Misty Ghost Mountain disappeared in an instant. The entire sect was in a panic, screams echoing everywhere. ¡°Lord Ghost King, the great formation has been broken¡­ what¡¯s going on!¡± ¡°It¡¯s over.¡± The Ghost King staggered back two steps and spoke spoke with difficulty, his voice hoarse. ¡°It¡¯s¡­ the Sword Emperor himself¡­¡± At this moment, regret had already begun to seep into his heart. What kind of foolish mistake did those few make to provoke the Sword Emperor into personally taking action¡­ But regret was toote. The first sword shattered the clouds and mist! The second sword annihted the Ghost Fiend Pce. Not a single living soul remained in the entire sect. ¡­ In the forest. Lin Qi¡¯an had already taken Zhao Qingmeng away. She was filled with deep gratitude. She understood that Lin Qi¡¯an deliberately imed that the ghosts and demons harbored ill intentions toward him to protect her! If everyone knew that the demonic sect was after the imperial princess, it would surely arouse the curiosity of countless people. By that time, trouble would follow one after another. But Lin Qi¡¯an was a man who sought vengeance on the same day it was owed! The demonic sect dared to make a move against him? Fine, then, use the power of Beiyang to annihte them directly. At this point, she realized that she owed Lin Qi¡¯an a life. Should she still kill him? Perhaps one life should offset another! At most, she would have him apany her more in the future to bnce out the resentment from their previous life¡­ ¡°What are you thinking about so deeply?¡± ¡°Nothing¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng leaned back, lying in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s arms with a sense of entitlement. Lin Qi¡¯an activated the Divine Eyes of the Heavenly Fated Viin. ¡¾Zhao Qingmeng, Hatred Value: 10¡¿ Unknowingly, it had almostpletely dissipated. The remaining bit was likely due to some unresolved resentment from others. Lin Qi¡¯an admitted that his kindness toward her was intentional. It was to gain rewards through his strategy and that this girl would remember all the good you did for her. She was sharp-tongued, but her heart was honest. Tomorrow, he would continue defeating the remaining teams and seizing their tokens. He aimed to reach 100 tokens as soon as possible to obtain the location of the Thunder Emperor¡¯s abode! ¡­ Before long. The Sword Emperor returned and eeryone knew that the Ghost Fiend Pce had been annihted. ¡­ At dawn. The second day of the Grand Hunt officially began. There was no denying it; the team in group 108, where the two Sons of Fortune were, scored incredibly fast. Even though Lin Qi¡¯an took it easy for an entire night, they had already risen to first ce. Meanwhile, the team in group 1002, where the two fairies were, didn¡¯t fall behind in the slightest. The other leading teams, who were also seed candidates, stayed at the forefront as well. On this new day, Lin Qi¡¯an continued to hunt down teams. Any team that encountered the Crown Prince had to kneel and hand over their tokens, which became a popr topic of discussion. Every time people saw the Crown Prince in action, they anticipated how the opponent would kneel. Therefore, whenever a projection stone showed Lin Qi¡¯an in action, it was always packed with people! ¡°Your Highness, here is the token!¡± ¡°Your Highness, please ept the token!¡± One team after another was subdued by Lin Qi¡¯an. Speed was the highlight! Others might have to fight fiercely for a long time to seize a single token. But for him, it didn¡¯t even take half a cup of tea¡¯s time. With a Sacred Rank weapon and Divine Fire, he was far ahead of these ordinary geniuses; there was no need to even use his Dragon Might. ¡¾Mission Progress: 52%¡¿ ording to the map in his mind, Lin Qi¡¯an noticed that there was no one nearby. The closest group was in a mountain gorge twenty miles away. ¡°Let¡¯s head to the Mountain Goblin Gorge.¡± Hearing this, Zhao Qingmeng shuddered with a chill, her body instinctively curling up. ¡°The mountain goblins there are extremely ugly and have a special fetish for human women. Just thinking about it is disgusting!¡± ¡°With me here, what are you afraid of?¡± ¡°Then¡­ you must protect this princess well!¡± Chapter 86 Chapter 86 Mountain Goblin Gorge. The cliff was lush with vegetation, and the distant mountains stretched endlessly, shrouded in mist, forming a series of picturesquendscapes. Mo Shuiqiu, the Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce, along with a senior martial brother, was hunting a Mountain Goblin King in the gorge! Mo Shuiqiu was dressed in a loose daoist robe with cloud patterns inked on it. Despite the loose fit, her movements revealed tight curves, exuding a uniquezy beauty. ¡°Junior Sister, hold on! I¡¯ming to help you!¡± This Mountain Goblin King was the lord of this area, standing five meters tall, with cultivation at the Transcendent Realm. It could move through mountains and earth effortlessly, possessing immense strength! It ran swiftly along the cliffs, asionally spewing out streams of spiritual energy from its bright red nostrils. Boom! Boom! Boom! Explosions echoed continuously along the cliffs. Mo Shuiqiu stood in the center of the gorge, using her brush to draw numerousrge falcons and birds, which transformed into ink beasts and attacked the Mountain Goblin King, engaging in an intense battle. Her senior brother was meticulously drawing a six-winged lion, which required immense effort and spiritual energy. Oncepleted, it would surely subdue the Mountain Goblin King! However, just as the battle was at its peak, a golden scroll suddenly flew into the sky and rapidly expanded. The golden light filled the air, with countless images of flowers, birds, grasses, and fish appearing, epassing all aspects of nature. Yes, it was Xiao Chen¡¯s ¡°Myriad Beasts Scroll.¡± ¡°Capture!¡± The golden light surged. The Mountain Goblin King was enveloped within it, unable to move. Its entire body was being absorbed into the scroll! ¡°SSSSHHH!~~~¡± The shrill cry sounded like thousands of bamboo sticks being ripped apart! It echoed throughout the valley, resonating endlessly. Mo Shuiqiu and her senior brother instinctively covered their ears. They watched as the Mountain Goblin King was sucked into the scroll, which then shrank and flew into the hand of another man. ¡°Thank you for the generous gift!¡± Xiao Chenughed heartily, turned, and left, his aura significantly stronger. This huntingpetition had be the perfect opportunity for him to grow stronger. ¡°Damn it! Who would have thought this person would reap the benefits without lifting a finger!¡± Watching Xiao Chen leave from the top of the gorge, the senior brother was furious. If they had subdued the Mountain Goblin King, they would have earned at least three points, which was equivalent to defeating a team. ¡°Forget it, it¡¯s just a minor gain. People like him will never achieve greatness.¡± Mo Shuiqiu, who had loved literature and painting since childhood, had a cultured temperament and was naturally more refined, not easily moved by emotions. Boom! A loud explosion suddenly erupted. Above them, the cliff burst open! Countless boulders, weighing thousands of pounds, fell like meteors. The two of them quickly activated their techniques to defend. But the next scene filled both their hearts with horror. A massive Mountain Goblin, about twenty meters tall, emerged from within the cliff! A colossal beast¡­ Could the Mountain Goblin King they fought earlier be its child? ¡°Celestial Realm¡­ This is bad! Run!¡± Their expressions changed drastically as they prepared to fly away. Flying during battle was not against the rules. But the giant Mountain Goblin had already seen through their intentions. With a palm on either side, it blotted out the sky and covered the earth! The two of them were mmed into the ground like cannonballs, creating tworge craters. Blood spilled from their mouths, and their minds were dizzy. A Celestial Realm ferocious beast, a single palm strike was like the weight of Mount Tai pressing down! They were no match for it. The Mountain Goblin¡¯s ghostly face was twisted with rage and steam snorted from its nostrils. ¡°Dare to kill my child, you¡¯re courting death!¡± A beam of terrifying scarlet light shot towards Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s senior brother. These creatures typically liked to kill the males first¡­ ¡°Fight to the death!¡± The senior brother finallypleted the intricately drawn six-winged lion. With a final stroke, the lion leaped from the painting, crashing head-on into the red beam! But in an instant, it was reduced to nothingness within the beam¡­ ¡°Ah!!¡± The male disciple vanished in an instant, his body and soul extinguished. In this huntingpetition, hunting beasts of the same level could earn three points, which many teams were eager to do. But if you hunt beyond your level, you be the prey¡ªit¡¯s pure suicide! A Celestial Realm beast is ten times stronger than one from the Transcendent Realm! The moon, how could itpete with the sun? ¡°Ugh¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu clutched her chest, a trace of sadness shing between her brows: ¡°It wasn¡¯t us who hurt your child. The real culprit has already fled.¡± ¡°Still trying to argue? I¡¯ll capture you and let those little brats have some fun.¡± Arge, furry hand reached out, descending like a mountain. Mo Shuiqiu couldn¡¯t muster any will to resist; this waspletely beyond her capability. Encountering a ferocious beast of this level in such a ce¡ªshe could only consider herself extremely unlucky. Despair and darkness filled her heart. Who would have thought that the Saintess of Dao Pce would ultimately fall to a Mountain Goblin? ¡°Wait.¡± At that moment, a figure in white stood in front of Mo Shuiqiu. ¡­ On the ins, in front of the projection stone. Countless cultivators flocked to the scene. All for a single statement: The Crown Prince encounters a Celestial Realm ferocious beast! Almost instantly, this statement spread across dozens of miles on the ins. Countless figures from various sects and factions flew towards the scene. ¡°Where is the Crown Prince¡¯s projection stone!¡± ¡°Over there! Can¡¯t you see everyone flying in that direction?¡± ¡°Hurry!¡± The projection stone showing Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s image was surrounded byyers of people. There were even people crowding in the air¡­ ¡°Isn¡¯t that the Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce? She¡¯s one of the seed candidates!¡± ¡°My god, that really is a Celestial Realm beast! Look at the size of that body.¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is confronting it head-on. Could he be doing it to save the Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce?¡± ¡°It seems so¡­¡± ¡°Damn, these beasts have no reservations. Won¡¯t they attack the Crown Prince with full force?¡± Some were just there to watch, but many were genuinely concerned for Lin Qi¡¯an. A Celestial Realm beast was an entire major realm above Lin Qi¡¯an. Even the Saintess of Yunmo, a seed candidate, had no resistance. No matter how strong the Crown Prince was, he couldn¡¯t possibly be a match¡­ ¡°Damn that beast, how infuriating!!¡± Everyone in the Yunmo Dao Pce was in despair. They had been watching this spot the entire time. At first, the Celestial Realm beast had not appeared, and everything was fine. But then, the unexpected happened! The male disciple who had apanied the Saintess, also a direct disciple of the Pce Master with exceptional talent, was crushed to death by this damnable beast in one blow. Losing such a great genius, how could the sect not be heartbroken? But the most terrifying thing was, the Saintess might not escape this demon¡¯s clutches¡­ Just as they were all holding their breaths, the Crown Prince¡¯s figure appeared. ¡°If the Crown Prince can save the Saintess, our Yunmo Dao Pce will repay him generously!¡± ¡°Come on, Crown Prince!¡± A crowd clutched their chests, even forgetting to breathe. The Crown Prince of Beiyang versus the Celestial Realm ferocious beast. If the Crown Prince loses, he could reveal his identity and the Mountain Goblin might refrain from killing him. But the Saintess¡­ she would surely suffer a tragic fate. This battle held the hearts of everyone in the sect! Chapter 87 Chapter 87 ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu gazed at the figure before her, her eyes dazed. When all hope seemed lost, she never expected to be rescued by the Crown Prince. ¡°Leave! Or die.¡± The vast voice thundered like a p of thunder. The mountain beasts palm, which was about to strike down, suddenly halted. It sensed an aura of danger from this young man, especially from the crimson long sword he held in his hand. Could it be¡­ a Sacred Rank weapon? ¡°Present your token, and I¡¯ll spare your life.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an ignored the mountain beasts threat, instead looking indifferently at Mo Shuiqiu, who was prostrated on the ground. ¡°Y-Yes¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu dared not hesitate, hurriedly presenting her token with utmost respect. She added, ¡°Your Highness, it misunderstood that I killed its offspring, but it was actually captured by someone else using a magical artifact.¡± ¡°I understand.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an already had a guess in mind. That person was likely Xiao Chen, who had already fled far away. This time, they seemed to have learned their lesson, only taking points without causing trouble for him. ¡°Your Highness, be careful¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu stood beside Lin Qi¡¯an, her eyes filled with trepidation. This Celestial realm great fiend was terrifying just to look at! But why was the Crown Prince so calm? Was he not afraid? ¡°Still not leaving? Then you can die together!¡± ¡°We can make a deal.¡± The mountain beasts thunderous roar contrasted sharply with Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s calm, leisurely tone. ¡°What deal? No matter what you offer, today, I must take this human woman with me!¡± The mountain beasts voice was imposing, leaving no room for negotiation. ¡°Uh, I think you misunderstand, my deal is simple. I spare your life, and you let her go.¡± Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s heart trembled¡­ The Crown Prince was speaking to this Celestial realm beasts so dominantly and unreasonably? This was clearly provoking it! If it waspletely enraged, there would likely be no way out today. ¡¾The Crown Prince is too arrogant. Isn¡¯t he afraid?¡¿ ¡¾It¡¯s clear the other party doesn¡¯t recognize him. His identity won¡¯t help here!¡¿ ¡¾This is bad¡­ very bad.¡¿ These were the thoughts of the spectators. As for everyone from Yunmp Dao Pce, their faces turned ashen! Initially, they hoped that the Crown Prince could reveal his identity and status, making the fiend spare the Saintess out of respect for the Sword Emperor. But things were not developing that way at all! At this rate, there was no chance for negotiation, only war. ¡­ ¡°Insolent brat, seeking death!¡± As expected, the gigantic beasts was utterly enraged. Its roar was so loud that the entire mountain range seemed to tremble! Countless rocks tumbled down the cliffs. From its crimson nostrils, a light began to condense. It was the same move that had just killed Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s senior brother. ¡°Your Highness, run quickly! You cannot withstand this!¡± Mo Shuiqiu urgently called out. However, Lin Qi¡¯an showed no intention of leaving. Standing tall and motionless, his robe billowed in the wind, pping loudly! ¡°Shut up!¡± A short and sharpmand apanied by the eruption of overwhelming dragon might! In an instant. The mountains trembled violently! Cliffs shattered! The heavens and earth quaked! It was as if the end of days had arrived. Mo Shuiqiu covered her ears, her heart surging with waves of shock. The Crown Prince¡¯s voice was even more powerful than the previous roar! This couldn¡¯t be¡­ how could the Crown Prince¡­ Though she wasn¡¯t the target of that overwhelming dragon might, she couldn¡¯t fullyprehend it. But the massive mountain beast felt it deeply. The crimson light in its nostrils dissipated. Its dark yellow pupils trembled uncontrobly, and its fur stood on end as a bone-chilling coldness spread through its entire body. Boom! Half of its leg involuntarily knelt down. In that brief moment, its divine sense seemed to traverse countless times and spaces, crossing oceans andnds, witnessing the Primordial Dragon spanning the starry skies! ¡¾¡°This¡­ this can¡¯t be real, can it?¡±¡¿ ¡¾¡°A Celestial realm great fiend, kneeling before the Crown Prince?¡±¡¿ ¡¾¡°And the Crown Prince didn¡¯t even bother to reveal his identity.¡±¡¿ ¡¾¡°The Crown Prince¡¯s dragon might is truly terrifying!¡±¡¿ ¡°That¡¯s wonderful¡­¡± ¡°I told you, we should trust the Crown Prince!¡± Seeing this, the members of Yunmo Dao Pce finally calmed down. Only now did they realize that the Crown Prince was never afraid of this great fiend; this was the confidence thates from true power. But to make someone kneel who is an entire realm higher¡­ that¡¯s just too unbelievable! In the exclusive stands, Lin Hongyu blinked her eyes. ¡°How is brother so powerful? It feels like the gap between us is growing wider and wider, wah wah wah!¡± ¡°But where does this dragon might of the Crown Princee from? And it¡¯s not just any dragon might¡ªit seems to be from an Ancestral Dragon!¡± ¡°Even over the past five thousand years, no one has ever received the Ancestral Dragon¡¯s inheritance.¡± A group of powerful figures sighed in amazement. ¡°Heh, everyone has their own fortuitous encounters, why make such a fuss?¡± The Sword Emperor, in a good mood, picked up a cup of wine and drank it heartily. In his heart, however, he was filled with different emotions. That brat, to have such a fortuitous encounter? As expected of my son, the future will probably be his to rule. ¡­ ¡°I¡¯ll give you one more chance.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood with his hands behind his back, his tone indifferent. He seemed like a high king, overlooking all beings. ¡°Ancestral Dragon¡¯s might¡­ very well!¡± The massive mountain beast stood up once again. In its trembling gaze, a touch of madness appeared. If it could devour this young man, perhaps it could also gain the power of the Ancestral Dragon? As long as it could withstand the pressure, at its level, he would surely be no match. ¡°It seems you¡¯ve chosen the wrong path.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an shook his head and sighed, ¡°Then die.¡± Above the cliff, atop the clouds, high in the sky a beam of silver light descended. The Sacred Rank weapon, the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword! It had been hidden in the clouds all along, hanging over the mountain beast head. Once negotiations fails, it would descend, falling from the sky to the earth. Innate Sword Bone Technique: The Abyss of Heaven and Earth! The streak of light pierced through the mountain fiend¡¯s head,pletely prating its body from top to bottom, embedding deep into the earth. A sword that pierced through heaven and earth. ¡°No¡­¡± The mountain beast¡¯s massive body cracked all over. With a thunderous roar, it exploded on the spot! Countless chunks of flesh and blood mixed with a hurricane of dust, rocks, and soil. It blossomed into a brilliant firework¡­ In the midst of the swirling dust, the Crown Prince of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an, used his spiritual power to shield his body, not allowing a single speck of dust to touch him. ¡°This¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu stood in ce, dazed, and her mouth hung open, unable to speak. The Celestial realm beasts was¡­ killed in an instant by the Crown Prince? Across the ins, countless cultivators gasped in shock. People instinctively rubbed their eyes, doubting what they had just witnessed. The Crown Prince of Beiyang had, with a single sword descending from the heavens, instantly killed a Celestial realm great fiend? Not even in tales would such a thing be written! ¡°I¡¯m stunned. Is this really the power of the Transcendent realm? Terrifying, absolutely terrifying!¡± ¡°Just a moment ago, I was worried that the beast would be a threat to the Crown Prince. Who could have imagined this?¡± ¡°No wonder the Crown Prince dared to bring the little princess, who has no spiritual power, to participate. This is the confidence in his own strength!¡± ¡°I remember there were people who said the Crown Prince was too young and would suffer losses in the hunting battle¡­ What losses? In two more years, the others won¡¯t even be able topete!¡± ¡°Our sect master is only at the Celestial realm, and he¡¯s seven hundred years old! How old is the Crown Prince? Twenty?¡± One exmation after another filled the air, filled with awe and amazement. Chapter 88 Chapter 88 The power of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sword, piercing the heavens and the earth, was too terrifying! The intense sense of shock stirred up waves in the hearts of the audience, which could not be calmed for a long time. Both the younger generation and the older generation were horrified by this. Even the Sword Emperor, at this age, might not have been as terrifying as the Crown Prince. The members of Yunmo Dao Pce were left dumbfounded. The fact that the Saintess was safe should have been something to celebrate and cheer for. But the overwhelming impact from the Crown Prince left them speechless, their mouths agape, eyes dazed. ¡°Saintess, to have encountered the Crown Prince¡­ truly a blessing.¡± ¡°To surpass a higher realm and annihte a Celestial realm beast with a single sword¡ªsuch power leaves us in awe!¡± ¡°No wonder the Crown Prince of Beiyang Tianjian City is so unparalleled; we arepletely outmatched!¡± They had originally thought that the Saintess was already powerful enough, at least not much weaker than the Crown Prince, and might even have the qualifications to contend with him. But after witnessing today¡¯s events, it was clear she couldn¡¯t evene close! ¡°When we return, we must send gifts to Tianjian City to thank the Crown Prince for his great kindness¡­¡± ¡°Hey, do you think His Highness the Crown Prince might take a liking to our Saintess?¡± ¡°Yeah! After all, the Saintess is like an immortal in appearance. Perhaps the Crown Prince has a taste for this kind of woman?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t talk nonsense! Senior Sister Mo has loved nothing but calligraphy and painting since she was a child. Her life revolves around cultivation and her art; she¡¯s not interested in anything else.¡± ¡°That¡¯s true. Senior Sister Mo exudes a schrly aura and ispletely untouched by worldly matters.¡± In the exclusive stands, even the quasi-Saints and Saints couldn¡¯t help but express their amazement. To be a Saint, who among them wasn¡¯t a peerless genius of their time? But in front of the Crown Prince, they couldn¡¯t help but think back to their younger selves, only to feel a sense of inferiority. ¡°No wonder he¡¯s the Crown Prince¡ªhe has already grasped the essence of swordsmanship. This is all thanks to the Sword Emperor¡¯s excellent guidance!¡± ¡°Indeed! The divine charm of that sword is reminiscent of the Sword Emperor¡¯s own style.¡± ¡°Perhaps our Tianjian City will produce a second Sword Emperor in the future, haha!¡± A chorus of praise for the Sword Emperor filled the air, creating a joyous atmosphere. ¡®Teach him? My foot!¡¯ Even the Sword Emperor himself was quite surprised. He hadn¡¯t taught Lin Qi¡¯an this kind of divine ability! Could it be that the boy hadprehended it on his own? Or perhaps it was a treasure nurtured within his sword bone? Such power was indeed impressive. ¡°No, I must focus on my cultivation, or I won¡¯t be able to catch up to brother!¡± Lin Hongyu clenched her small fists, resolving to push herself harder. ¡­ Not far from the cliff, Xiao Chen and Ye Yun were secretly observing. Seeing this scene, they were stunned, their hearts unable to calm down from the shock. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an¡­ has he really be this powerful? Brother Ye, he has just fought beyond his realm and must be heavily drained. Why don¡¯t we strike now and kill him!¡± Xiao Chen gritted his teeth, eager to act. ¡°No!¡± Ye Yun quickly stopped him. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s strength is unfathomable. Engaging him head-on now is not the right choice. Even if we were to kill him, we wouldn¡¯t be able to escape Beiyang.¡± ¡°The best n right now is to steadily umte points and avoid direct confrontation. His point-gathering speed can¡¯t match ours, so he¡¯s bound to lose in the end!¡± ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll follow your lead, Brother Ye. Let¡¯s go!¡± Ye Yun had indeed grown; he had learned to endure humiliation and bear heavy burdens. He subconsciously nced at his right arm. Although it had been reattached, the hatred of having his arm severed was etched into his heart! This grudge¡­ would definitely be avenged. ¡­ Mo Shuiqiu finally snapped back to reality. Her gaze focused on Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s face, and upon seeing that handsome visage, her heart began to race slightly. The Crown Prince of Beiyang¡ªunparalleled in handsomeness and extraordinary in strength. No wonder so many Saintesses were willing to serve as his maids. Perhaps it wasn¡¯t out of greed for power, but simply pure admiration? ¡°Are you alright?¡± ¡°I¡¯m fine¡­ Thank you for your concern, Your Highness.¡± Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s voice carried a hint of nervousness. Suddenly, she took out a scroll from her ring. ¡°If Your Highness doesn¡¯t mind, you may take this painting. It can be hung indoors, filling the room with the fragrance of flowers and nts.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an unrolled the painting and his eyes lit up. It was a traditional ink painting of flowers, birds, nts, and trees. Although itcked other colors, it exuded a vibrant life force in every stroke. The breath of spring seemed to waft through the air immediately. It was truly a masterpiece! ¡°Very well, I¡¯ll ept it.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an unceremoniously tucked the painting into his sleeve. Only by epting such a token would the giver feel at ease. ¡­ ¡°I¡¯m gonna go crazy! That¡¯s the spiritual painting of nts and trees that Senior Sister Mo spent more than half a month working on!¡± ¡°Every stroke of that painting is imbued with spiritual energy. Hanging it indoors is like being caressed by a spring breeze¡ªso refreshing and pleasant¡­¡± ¡°And Senior Sister Mo just gave it to His Highness the Crown Prince!!¡± The male disciples of Yunmo Dao Pce were dumbstruck, as if their souls had left their bodies. Senior Sister Mo treated her paintings as treasures and never gave them away, not even once! Even her failed works were personally burned by her. They couldn¡¯t even find them by rummaging through the trash¡­ Later, a rumor spread within the sect: if the Saintess ever gifted someone her calligraphy or paintings, it might very well be a token of her affection. No one expected to witness such a scene today! The pain in their hearts was unbearable. Chapter 89 Chapter 89: Entering the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode, Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s Hatred Reduced to Zero Suddenly, Lin Qi¡¯an heard a cry for help from above. ¡°Save me!¡± The little princess in a frosty dress was falling from the cliff. Lin Qi¡¯an had no choice but to catch her. ¡°Oh my, I was watching the excitement up there and identally slipped. It scared me to death!¡± Being held in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s arms, Zhao Qingmeng clutched her chest, her heart still racing. ¡¾If I hadn¡¯te down, you might have ended up with that Saintess again.¡¿ So it was on purpose¡­ ¡°Greetings, Your Highness the Princess.¡± ¡°No need for formalities.¡± Mo Shuiqiu knew it was time for her to leave; it was no longer appropriate for her to stay. ¡°In a few days, my Yunmo Dao Pce will host a literary gathering. Many enthusiasts will attend. Would Your Highness the Heir be interested?¡± ¡°A literary gathering?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an pondered briefly. Isn¡¯t that just a meeting where schrs and poets recite verses? ¡¾He¡¯s just a vulgar man; what would he understand about the elegance of literature? He¡¯s acting like he is thinking a lot about it.¡¿ Zhao Qingmeng mentally scoffed. It seemed that these events didn¡¯t exist in her memories from the previous life. Lin Qi¡¯an felt a bit displeased, as a time traveler armed with three hundred Tang poems, does she actually think he can¡¯t attend a literary gathering? He could easily outshine those people as a literary giarist. ¡°Sure, I¡¯lle and take a look.¡± Mo Shuiqiu was delighted. ¡°Then I¡¯ll take my leave now. See you at the literary gathering.¡± With that, she leaped into the air and left the Grand Hunt stage. ¡°You, a vulgar person, attending a literary gathering? You¡¯re likely to embarrass Beiyang,¡± Zhao Qingmeng said with a snort. ¡°Oh? And you¡¯re not vulgar?¡± ¡°Of course not! This princess can¡¯t cultivate, so I¡¯ve been well-versed in poetry and literature since childhood. To prevent you from embarrassing yourself too much, I¡¯ll go with you.¡± ¡°Ok you¡¯re right about everything, but¡­ how much longer do you n to stay in my arms?¡± ¡°Hmph.¡± ¡­ The people of Yunmo Dao Pce were nearly overjoyed to the point of madness! The Saintess had sessfully invited the Heir to attend the literary gathering! This was fantastic news. If they could use this opportunity to strengthen their rtionship with the Heir, Yunmo Dao Pce would have a powerful backer. ¡°The Saintess has invited the prince. Once the Grand Hunt is over, we must quickly return and prepare to wee the prince!¡± ¡­ Night fell. The second day of the Grand Hunt had also basically concluded. At night, everyone chose to rest and recover. Out of a thousand teams, seventy percent had already been eliminated, but the scores on the second day were truly eye-opening. The Prince had been furiously chasing points throughout the day. Team 1001 firmly held the first ce with a total score of 240! After defeating a Celestial Realm beast and seizing tokens from dozens of teams, he stood at the top. In second ce was the team of Xiao Chen and Ye Yun, with a total score of 196. In third ce was Team 1002, made up of two female fairy¡¯s, with a total score of 173. The consensus on the second day was: His Highness the Prince outshines everyone! Facing two opponents at once, he showed no signs of pressure! This year¡¯s champion is surely going to be His Highness the Prince! The audience in Tianjian City also felt proud. As the host, face was important. If an outsider took the championship, it would be a huge embarrassment. ¡­ The third day of the Grand Hunt and the number of teams had drastically decreased. Everyone thought that the Prince¡¯s score would increase more slowly, but to their surprise, he continued to be unstoppable! Wherever he went, he fought and anyone who lost to him had to kneel and offer their tokens. But it wasn¡¯t shameful as they simply weren¡¯t as skilled. Moreover, the Prince usually didn¡¯t go too hard on those who begged for mercy, earning everyone¡¯s respect. ¡°Please, Your Highness, ept our token!¡± Crunch. Lin Qi¡¯an casually crushed the token and his total score had already exceeded three hundred. ¡¾Ding! Taskpleted.¡¿ ¡¾Viin Points +30,000. The location of the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode has been marked.¡¿ At this moment, the radar map in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind disappeared. In its ce was a prominent golden marker. The Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode was actually within the grounds of the Grand Hunt! He then led Zhao Qingmeng toward the target. This mountain range seemed ordinary, but there was something unusual¡ªthe mountain tops were covered in lightning-struck trees. These special trees tended to attract lightning, often retaining residual electric power. Generally, they were of little use. Yet, the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance was right in the center of this mountain! The only way in was through a cave. ¡°Why are we going to such a remote ce¡­?¡± Zhao Qingmeng asked, puzzled. Due to the obstructed view, the patrolling disciples in the air could no longer record their movements. ¡°We¡¯re going to a good ce.¡± After walking through the dark and damp passageway for a while, they finally reached the end. Lin Qi¡¯an ignited the Nine Yang Divine Fire with his fingertips. The firelight illuminated the cave and saw that they had reached a dead end. However, Lin Qi¡¯an knew that the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode was right behind this unremarkable rock wall! No wonder no one had ever discovered it¡­ With a single palm strike, the rock wall crumbled. Revealed behind it was a neatly constructed stone door, with a disc carved above it, filled with crooked characters. ¡°What is this?!¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s eyes widened in shock. ¡°The Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode.¡± ¡°Thunder Emperor!¡± Hearing those words, Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t help but feel her eyelids twitch. The Thunder Emperor was a renowned Great Emperor of ancient times, one of the strongest among all the Great Emperors! But for tens of thousands of years, no one had ever found the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance. How did Lin Qi¡¯an urately located it? And he hade here with such purpose. ¡°How did you know this ce?¡± ¡°I got hold of an ancient map that recorded its location,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an lied casually as his excitement grew, focusing his attention on the stone door. Without any visible mechanisms, could it require the infusion of spiritual energy? ¡°Wait!¡± Before Zhao Qingmeng could finish her warning, a terrifying bacsh ten times stronger struck them. In the nick of time, a bell chimed, and golden light shed¡ªit was Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s protective Sacred Artifact, the Holy Origin Golden Bell. Bang! Both of them were sent flying. ¡°Ouch¡­ that hurts so much!¡± ¡°Are you okay?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an knew that if it weren¡¯t for Zhao Qingmeng blocking the bacsh, he might have been slightly injured. ¡°Of course not, I twisted my ankle¡­ You brute!¡± Zhao Qingmeng pouted, feeling wronged. ¡°That¡¯s a Eight Trigrams Spirit Locking Formation! You have to align the Eight Trigrams, not forcefully open the door!¡± ¡°My apologies¡­¡± The knowledge of the reborn Great Emperess finally came in handy. Lin Qi¡¯an quickly lifted Zhao Qingmeng onto his back. ¡°You said this is the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode, so you need to find the Zhen trigram, representing thunder. Two yin lines above and one yang line below¡ªthunder shakes and all things move.¡± Rumble! Dust rolled as the stone door slowly opened! ¡°It¡¯s open!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was overjoyed and hurriedly entered the abode, and the stone door immediately closed behind them. ¡°Cough, cough.¡± Zhao Qingmeng coughed twice, and her inner thoughts slipped out. ¡¾Quick, praise me! Why aren¡¯t you praising me yet!¡¿ ¡°Sister Qingmeng, you¡¯re amazing! If it weren¡¯t for your intelligence and wisdom, I¡¯d never have made it in here!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an satisfied her small vanity¡­ ¡°Good that you know,¡± she huffed. ¡°By the way, didn¡¯t you say you twisted your ankle? Let me massage it for you.¡± This time, Lin Qi¡¯an was genuinely concerned. After all, she got injured because of him. Zhao Qingmeng found a stone bench inside and sat down, revealing her adorable, jade-like feet. As Lin Qi¡¯an earnestly massaged her ankle, Zhao Qingmeng felt moved. ¡¾Is this really the same man who just killed a Celestial Realm beast with one strike? He¡¯s so considerate, massaging my foot.¡¿ ¡¾The Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode is right in front of him, yet he¡¯s not in a hurry to explore. He really is sincere.¡¿ ¡°Alright, it¡¯s not that painful anymore. I¡¯ll sit and rest for a while; you can go ahead,¡± Zhao Qingmeng said kindly. ¡°That¡¯s a shame. Your feet are so beautiful, I wanted to y with them a bit longer.¡± ¡°Scoundrel!¡± Blushing, Zhao Qingmeng red at him yfully, but Lin Qi¡¯an had already started exploring the abode. A ce like this should have been a treasure trove for the Child of Destiny, yet it had been preemptively seized by a viin like him. The abode wasn¡¯t veryrge. As he walked deeper inside, he noticed two ever-burning candles hanging on the stone walls. Beneath them was an ancient stone table, weathered by time, upon whichy some scrolls. Lin Qi¡¯an picked up the scrolls and returned to Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s side. ¡°Shall we take a look together?¡± Her knowledge might prove useful. Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t help butugh¡ªwho knew this Heir would rely on others? After some time, after reading the scrolls, Zhao Qingmeng said, ¡°The scrolls contain the story of the Thunder Emperor. Once, he fell in love with a woman from the Tianhai Dao Domain.¡± ¡°The two were deeply in love. But at that time, the Cann Dao Domain was overrun by demons and fiends, with demonic sects flourishing. The Thunder Emperor couldn¡¯t focus on love while the world was in chaos.¡± ¡°So, they made a ten-year promise, that in ten years, the Thunder Emperor would go to the Tianhai Dao Domain to find her.¡± ¡°To bring peace to the world, the Thunder Emperor suffered severe Dao injuries in battle. Knowing his lifespan was short, he didn¡¯t dare go to the Tianhai Dao Domain to meet his beloved.¡± ¡°In the end, he died here in sorrow. He had no descendants, was all alone, and chose to bury himself at the ce where he had once gained enlightenment.¡± ¡°If anyone were to inherit his legacy, he hoped they could deliver a letter to the Tianhai Holy Land.¡± After finishing the story, Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s expression darkened. ¡®Why does the Thunder Emperor¡¯s story feel so simr to my own?¡¯ She knew all too well what it was like to wait for someone. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, if you were the Thunder Emperor, what would you do?¡± Zhao Qingmeng suddenly asked. ¡°Me?¡± ¡°Would you, with your broken body, go to meet her, or would you rather not?¡± ¡°If I¡¯ve made a promise to you, I would keep it for a lifetime,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and said. ¡°As long as I¡¯m not dead, even if I have only one breath left, I would go to see her.¡± ¡¾If I¡¯ve made a promise to you, I would keep it for a lifetime¡­¡¿ ¡¾Alright, I believe you! Maybe when you didn¡¯te to save me, it was because you were facing a great cmity. I won¡¯t hold grudges over the past anymore.¡¿ Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s hatred points officially dropped to zero. Chapter 90 Chapter 90: Sessfully Subdued and Obtained the Ten Thousand Poison Pill! After listening to Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s inner thoughts for so long, Lin Qi¡¯an finally understood what had been troubling her. In the future, she would face an incredibly powerful enemy! As a female emperor, she couldn¡¯t run away but had to fight to protect her people. Because the enemy was too strong, she had no choice but to use the ¡°Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada¡± to call for my help. ¡®Perhaps I had promised her that I woulde no matter where I was if I received her message. But that time, I didn¡¯t go to save her. The result was Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s death.¡¯ The fact that an enemy could push an emperor to her death showed just how powerful her future adversary would be¡­ ¡¾Ding! Congrattions to the host, the Destiny¡¯s Child ¡°Zhao Qingmeng¡± has been sessfully subdued.¡¿ As her hatred dropped to zero, a notification popped up. ¡¾Viin Points +30,000, Luck Points +50¡¿ ¡°System, what exactly are these Luck Points used for?¡± ¡°Increasing Luck Points can allow the host to avert dangers in certain situations, more easily obtain opportunities and fortuitous encounters, and receive the favor of the Heavenly Dao.¡± ¡°When opening a Luck Chest, the cumtive Luck Points will add to the host¡¯s current Luck Points, making the rewards even more valuable.¡± ¡°When killing a Child of Destiny, the Luck Points of both parties are reduced, making it easier to obtain the core of their luck.¡± Besides the elusive favor of the Heavenly Dao, there were two practical effects. ¡®First: Suppose I reduce a Child of Destiny¡¯s Luck by 1,000, and I have 200 Luck Points left; then the Luck Chest will yield rewards worth 1,200 Luck Points.¡¯ ¡®Second: Originally, to seize the Luck Core of a Child of Destiny, I needed to reduce their Luck Points to below 100. Suppose the opponent has 300 Luck Points left, and I have 200. If I kill them then, I can still obtain the Luck Core because 300 ¨C 200 = 100, just meeting the requirement!¡¯ ¡®In simple terms, it allows for more flexibility. In the future, if I encounter a Child of Destiny, I can choose to nurture them longer to increase the rewards, or if I really can¡¯t stand them, I can kill them directly!¡¯ ¡¾Ding! You have obtained a Luck Chest. Would you like to open it now?¡¿ The reward for subduing Zhao Qingmeng had arrived. Theirbined Luck Points amounted to a whopping 1,400! ¡°Open it.¡± ¡¾Congrattions, you have obtained a Super Grade Pill: Ten Thousand Poison Pill¡¿ Pills are ranked from one to nine, with anything above the ninth rank being Super Grade. After reading the effects, Lin Qi¡¯an was astonished. ¡¾Effect: After consumption, it can neutralize any poison and grant the ¡°Immune to Ten Thousand Poisons.¡±¡¿ If Immune to Ten Thousand Poisons is cultivated to its peak, it could indeed be immune to all poisons in the world. Even without reaching the peak, it would still provide significant resistance to poisons. Moreover, cultivation is not difficult; it just requires a lot of Viin Points! Eventually, it can be fully cultivated. After reviewing the reward, Lin Qi¡¯an felt quite grateful to Zhao Qingmeng. Not only did she help him enter the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Abode, but she also brought him such a valuable reward. Of course, what mattered more was that this girl dared to love and hate intensely. When she hated, she wanted to kill in revenge. When she loved, she wished to give everything to the other person. It was obvious that she no longer harbored any hatred towards him¡ªonly love. Since she had been sessfully subdued, if the opportunity arose, he could consider fulfilling her desire to start cultivating together next time. The only unfortunate part was that now that she was subdued, he couldn¡¯t hear those amusing inner thoughts anymore. But that¡¯s alright¡ªwomen who are hard to read are more charming. ¡°Why are you staring at me and smiling?¡± Zhao Qingmeng rolled her eyes. ¡°Oh, nothing. I just think you¡¯re particrly cute right now.¡± ¡°You¡¯re all talk. Even when something is handed to you, you don¡¯t dare take it!¡± ¡°Next time, for sure. By the way, did the scrolls mention anything about the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an quickly asked, returning to the main topic. ¡°Yes, it said that if you inject your divine sense into the scroll, you can enter the trial¡¯s spiritual realm.¡± ¡°The spiritual realm is an endless sea of thunder, and it¡¯s meant to test whether you are qualified to receive the inheritance.¡± ¡°If you can¡¯t withstand the thunder¡¯s attacks, you¡¯ll have to withdraw your divine sense, and you¡¯ll never be able to enter again,¡± Zhao Qingmeng exined. There was only one chance. ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll give it a try.¡± Since he was already here, he had to try and he immediately injected his divine sense. His consciousness entered the scroll, and the surroundings instantly became chaotic. When the scene cleared, he found himself in an endless sea of thunder. Boom! The sky was constantly filled with the deafening sound of thunderps. The entire world was bathed in bright purple light. ¡°Congrattions, you are the first to enter this Emperor¡¯s trial spiritual realm!¡± The voice came from the heavens. It should be a remnant of the Thunder Emperor¡¯s spiritual consciousness, only capable of conversation. ¡°Next, countless bolts of thunder will descend. You can use all your abilities to resist. If you canst for thirty breaths, you will pass.¡± ¡°If you can¡¯t endure, you can withdraw on your own. Let the trial begin!¡± He faced the challenge resolutely. Boom, boom, boom! Violent bolts of thunder rained down from above. At first nce, these were just ordinary bolts of thunder. The trial¡¯s difficulty was low at the beginning. Lin Qi¡¯an pointed with a finger, using his overwhelming sword intent to directly counter the thunder! The sh caused both to dissipate into nothingness. Although he couldn¡¯t use a Sacred Rank weapon, his strength alone was more than sufficient. As the trial progressed, the thunder became increasingly violent, with bolts of thunder exploding near his ears one after another, but for Lin Qi¡¯an, there was no pressure. Ten breaths, twenty breaths, thirty breaths. The time had passed, yet the bombardment of thunder continued! He had already qualified for the inheritance, but qualifications vary in degree. Clearly, the Thunder Emperor wanted to test how talented his inheritor was. After thirty breaths, the pressure suddenly intensified! Countless bolts of thunder transformed into wild beasts, attempting to tear Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s divine sense to shreds! ¡°You want to destroy me? Not a chance.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an condensed countless ethereal swords with his spiritual energy, nearly filling the sky. ¡°Ten Thousand Swords to Court!¡± In an instant, the world was filled with nothing but the sound of shing forces. The entire sky turned into a blinding white. Finally, everything fell silent. ¡°Using a sword to break the thunder, how bold! Then take this final strike!¡± The Thunder Emperor¡¯s voice echoed through the heavens, followed by a massive ck thunderbolt, like a serpent tearing through the sky. The aura of annihtion it carried was terrifying. ¡°Roar!!!¡± A heaven-shaking dragon¡¯s roar erupted from Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s throat. A giant azure dragon, formed from his dragon might, shed head-on with the terrifying ck divine thunder. The two forces entangled and battled, ultimately disintegrating each other¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an was drenched in sweat, having exhausted all his strength! ¡°Hahaha! I never expected my inheritor to be such a monster! A peerless genius, rare even in ten thousand years.¡± The Thunder Emperor¡¯s heartyughter resonated through the clouds. ¡°Very well, today I shall bestow upon you my legacy! As long as you follow my path, you will surely be a Great Emperor in the future!¡± But Lin Qi¡¯an shook his head. ¡°I won¡¯t follow anyone else¡¯s path. My path to bing an Emperor will be walked by me, just like you did.¡± ¡°Bold and ambitious!¡± Every top-tier Great Emperor had forged their own path. While following someone else¡¯s path might be easier, it would limit one¡¯s potential. The Thunder Emperor understood this well. A bolt of purple lightning shot into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s forehead, containing the Thunder Emperor¡¯s techniques, divine abilities, and insights into the Great Dao! With that, Lin Qi¡¯an officially received the Thunder Emperor¡¯s legacy. Though he wouldn¡¯t use it to be an Emperor, he could still learn its divine abilities and strengthen hisbat power by drawing from the best of various techniques. ¡°Rest assured, Senior, the Thunder Emperor¡¯s legacy will not be tarnished!¡± ¡°Young one, since you¡¯ve received my legacy, could you do two things for me?¡± ¡°The first is to deliver a message to the Tianhai Dao Domain?¡± ¡°Yes¡­ though I wonder if she is still alive?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, I will go. Even if she is no longer there, I will bring the letter to her grave!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an cupped his hands respectfully. Because of the Thunder Emperor¡¯s story, he and Zhao Qingmeng had reconciled, and now, having received this legacy, it was only right to fulfill a small request. ¡°What is the second task?¡± ¡°Not far from my abode, underground, there is a dark cave that holds an immortal, indestructible evil beast! My thunder techniques can destroy everything, yet I couldn¡¯t annihte it.¡± There was a hint of apprehension in his tone. Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly recalled that the Thunder Emperor had once suffered an incurable Dao injury¡ªcould it have been caused by this beast? Demons were always terrifying entities that all cultivators feared. Spirit beasts and fierce beasts might still possess some humanity, but demons were different! They were beings of extreme evil, devoid of any humanity, and everyone feared them. And here, nearby, there was a sealed demon¡­ A demon that had brought down the mighty Thunder Emperor, who once shook the Nine Provinces! Chapter 91 Chapter 91: Xiao Chen Tames the Demonic Beast, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s Unexpected Encounter with Jin Chan! ¡°Senior¡¯s injury was caused by it?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Indeed, that¡¯s correct! It is called the Ghost-Eyed Demonic Wood, nearly indestructible and immortal. However, it has been tormented by my formation for thirty thousand years, and its power must have drastically declined.¡± ¡°If you are fortunate enough to discover a method to destroy it, you should kill it. If not, do not under any circumstances break the seal!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was astonished. ¡°An indestructible entity, how can it be destroyed?¡± ¡°The wood fears fire, but it must be ancient divine fire! Fire alone is insufficient; the divine lightning must merge with the unusual me, and only then might this supreme demonic beast be eradicated!¡± Divine lightning, something attainable once he masters the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance. Divine fire, the Nine Yang Divine Fire should be more than enough. In that case, could he really achieve it? ¡°But controlling one element is already extremely difficult, let alone merging two. This is merely my conjecture, so do not force yourself.¡± ¡°Go now. I, Sikong Yun, have lived my life with no regrets toward my parents or the heavens and earth, but I am ashamed only toward you¡­¡± The Thunder Emperor¡¯s voice slowly faded into nothingness. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s consciousness also retreated from the spiritual realm. ¡°How did it go?!¡± Zhao Qingmeng rushed over, concerned. ¡°It was a sess.¡± ¡°You truly obtained the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance?¡± ¡°Yes, let¡¯s stay here for the next couple of days. I need toprehend the Thunder Emperor¡¯s divine techniques.¡± ¡°Oh.¡± Zhao Qingmeng was somewhat disappointed. Staying here for two days, she thought they might do something exciting, but it turned out to be cultivation. Heh, men! Lin Qi¡¯an was unaware that while he was in the spiritual realm undergoing the Thunder Emperor¡¯s trial, Xiao Chen and Ye Yun, two children of fortune, coincidentally entered a cold and eerie underground pce. ¡°What a chilling aura¡­ Brother Xiao, I have a bad feeling about this!¡± Ye Yun was chilled to the bone, his cultivation in the Great Yang Heavenly Emperor Technique making him particrly averse to such an environment. ¡°Brother Ye, we¡¯ve broken through numerous traps to get here. Based on my experience, there must be a fortuitous encounter!¡± The so-called children of destiny are those who even if they fall off a cliff, will obtain divine skills, with no need for any system to guide them. As they ventured deeper, the sinister chill grew more intense. Finally, the narrow passage opened up to reveal arge, damp cavern. Seeing the scene inside, both of them nearly got goosebumps. The cave was filled with withered trees, the air reeked of foul odors. The ground was littered with desated branches, resembling a lifeless mummy. ck cobwebs clung to the cave walls, and the air was thick with the scent of ashes. Jagged rocks were piled against the cave walls, making it seem like a legendary cursed ce! On the groundy an unidentified object. It resembled a dead log, but it clearly had limbs, all bound by heavy iron chains. ¡°What¡­ is this thing?¡± Xiao Chen muttered. ¡°Don¡¯t get close!¡± Ye Yun hurriedly stopped Xiao Chen. He had a premonition that if they got too close, they would meet a terrible fate. Just then, the log on the ground moved and opened its eyes. Its entire body was covered in densely packed red eyes! Those eyes were filled with a terrifying, evil aura. The two of them quickly retreated several steps, overwhelmed by immense fear, their faces pale, pupils trembling. The moment this creature opened its eyes, they felt every hair on their bodies standing on end! ¡°This creature is extremely ominous, it must have been sealed here. Brother Xiao, we should leave quickly.¡± ¡°Wait¡­¡± Xiao Chen didn¡¯t retreat but instead advanced, murmuring as he looked at the evil creature, ¡°Isn¡¯t this something that could also be called a beast?¡± ¡°What are you nning to do!¡± ¡°If I tame it, won¡¯t I gain immense power? Power strong enough to kill Lin Qi¡¯an!¡± Xiao Chen knew very well how powerful Lin Qi¡¯an was. Ordinary means would not allow him to oppose Lin Qi¡¯an. But if he could subdue this supreme demonic creature, he might stand a great chance! Ye Yun knew that absorbing this demonic creature could have dire consequences. But his hatred for Lin Qi¡¯an also clouded his judgment. ¡°Alright! I support you.¡± Xiao Chen swallowed hard, taking out the Ten Thousand Beasts Record. Just making this move caused him to break out in a cold sweat! He noticed that dozens of eyes from the demonic creature were fixed on him, making his skin crawl as if he were plunged into an ice cer. ¡°Open!¡± The Ten Thousand Beasts Record unfolded and golden light radiated intensely. Countless rays of golden light converged on the demonic beast, attempting to absorb it into the record! The demonic beast let out a scream like a baby¡¯s cry being torn apart, like a de scraping against ss. At this moment, Xiao Chen was fully exerting himself, blood oozing from his mouth and nose! He could feel that this demonic creature¡¯s power had indeed greatly diminished, now only at the Transcendent Realm, making itpletely absorbable. ¡°Absorb!¡± Finally, the Ten Thousand Beasts Record forcibly refined the creature. As expected of a supreme treasure capable of subduing all beasts! Xiao Chen was overjoyed and his aura surged in that instant. In almost no time, he reached the peak of the Transcendent Realm, surpassing Ye Yun! ¡°I did it¡­¡± ¡°Congrattions, Brother Xiao!¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s eyes burned with fervor. He knew that if he harnessed the power of this creature, he would be even stronger, strong enough to make everyone tremble in fear! Lin Qi¡¯an, Sister Ran¡­ ¡°I, Xiao Chen, will make you all regret this deeply!¡± ¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an decided to stay in the cave mansion for a few days, mainly to gain a basic understanding of the Thunder Emperor¡¯s divine techniques. As long as he mastered a bit of it, it would appear on his status panel, and he could then use his Viin Points to directly cultivate it. The Heaven-grade top-tier technique, Nine Heavens Thunder, was definitely the pinnacle of thunder-type techniques, personally created by the Thunder Emperor. To put it simply, even the Heavenly Extreme Five Thunder Technique cultivated by Princess Zhao Yunji, although also a Heaven-grade technique, couldn¡¯tpare to this one. It just wasn¡¯t in the same league! The only technique that could rival it was Sword Manifestation, created by the Sword Emperor. The Tai¡¯an Emperor, though also an Emperor, was not on the same level as the Thunder Emperor or the Sword Emperor, as he was too burdened by worldly affairs to fully immerse himself in the Dao. The divine ability left by the Thunder Emperor was called the Heavenly Sword Lightning Technique, his signature skill, possessing immense power! Within two days, Lin Qi¡¯an sessfully grasped its basics. He then consumed tens of thousands of Viin Points to cultivate both the technique and the divine ability to the secondyer. He also ingested the Ten Thousand Poisons Pill, granting his body immunity to poison and obtained the Ten Thousand Poison Physique. Simultaneously, his minor realm advanced by oneyer. Upgrading his constitution also required a significant expenditure of Viin Points! After consuming 60,000 Viin Points, his attribute panel underwent a dramatic transformation. Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Crown Prince of Beiyang, Tiang Immortal Dynasty Cultivation: Fifth Layer, Transcendent Realm Techniques: Sword Manifestation (Fourth Layer), Yang me Departure (Fourth Layer), Nine Heavens Thunder (Second Layer) Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Physique, Sword Bone, Ancestral Dragon Sacred Body (30%), Ten Thousand Poison Physique(20%) Divine Abilities: Ten Thousand Swords to Court (Fourth Layer), Heavenly Flying Immortal (Second Layer), Heavenly Sword Lightning Technique (Second Layer) Treasure Techniques: Blue Sky Yellow Springs Storage: Taixuan Golden Pill, Nine Yang Mystic Technique¡­ Viin Points: 3500 Luck Value: 200 (Green) Chaos Treasures: Flying Immortal Sword Spirit Box, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus, Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram Luck Artifact: Nine Yang Divine Sword Special: Heavenly Fated Viin Divine Eyes Theter stages of these techniques and divine abilities consumed increasingly more resources, so he realized he needed to umte more Viin Points. With everything ready, Lin Qi¡¯an took the Thunder Emperor¡¯s letter and prepared to leave the cave mansion with Zhao Qingmeng. ¡°I found a hiddenpartment!¡± Zhao Qingmeng excitedly shared her discovery and quickly pulled Lin Qi¡¯an over. ¡°Look behind this wall painting; it¡¯s obvious that there¡¯s a seam!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an noticed a painting of a woman on the wall. Despite being three thousand years old, it was still well-preserved, likely portraying the Thunder Emperor¡¯s beloved. Indeed, something was hidden behind the painting. ¡°Wait, there seems to be some writing on it?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an discovered traces of spiritual power on the wall. With a gentle sweep of his hand, a line of small characters immediately appeared: ¡°If you find her, give her this sword. If she has passed away, bury it beside her grave.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an forcefully opened the hiddenpartment. Insidey a sword, its gleaming de inscribed with its name: Thunder Annihtion. The Thunder Emperor¡¯s sword! ¡®Alright, I will take it and fulfill your wish.¡¯ ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡± The two left the Thunder Emperor¡¯s cave mansion and closed the stone door behind them. Two days had passed, and the Grand Hunt was nearing its end. What was happening outside? As they stepped out of the dark cave into the sunlight, the brightness was blinding, and they found it somewhat ufortable. ¡°Finally, we¡¯re out! I was almost suffocated in there!¡± Zhao Qingmeng stretched her arms, greedily breathing in the fresh air. Her luxurious frost-colored long dress rippled gracefully with her light steps. She didn¡¯t seem like an empress at all, just a little girl. At that moment, she suddenly spotted a cicada with golden wings perched on a branch ahead! ¡°Don¡¯te closer!¡± Zhao Qingmeng quickly whispered, signaling Lin Qi¡¯an to stay still. Lin Qi¡¯an also noticed it and dared not make any sudden movements. Indeed, it was the ¡°Golden-Winged Void Cicada,¡± worth 100 points, unexpectedly resting right there. However, if disturbed in any way, it would instantly fly away at an unbelievable speed. In the century-long history of the Grand Hunt, no one had ever managed to capture one! Zhao Qingmeng cautiously moved, slowly approaching the branch and an astonishing scene unfolded¡ªthe Golden-Winged Void Cicada didn¡¯t flee! Chapter 92 Chapter 92: Lin Qi¡¯an Encounters Zhao Yunji, A Battle on the Brink ¡°Good girl, don¡¯t be afraid¡­ I won¡¯t hurt you¡­¡± Zhao Qingmengforted softly as she approached step by step. She knew that this creature would instinctively avoid people with spiritual power because it felt threatened. However, ordinary people without spiritual power would greatly reduce its vignce. Yet, no ordinary person had ever participated in the Great Hunt before. After all, who among those chosen wasn¡¯t a favored talent? This year, Lin Qi¡¯an bringing Zhao Qingmeng along was unprecedented. ¡°Squeak, squeak.¡± The golden cicada chirped and, unexpectedly, jumped onto Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s shoulder without any defense! She remained calm andposed, slowly reaching out her hand. The Golden-Winged Cicada pped its wings twice before hopping onto the back of her hand. At that moment, Zhao Qingmeng activated the Holy Essence Golden Bell. The Holy Essence Golden Bell was an extremely special sacred artifact. The spiritual power was stored inside it and needed regr replenishment. The advantage was that Zhao Qingmeng could activate it even without having spiritual power herself. A soft golden light enveloped her entire hand. The Golden-Winged Cicada, only then realizing the danger, attempted to flee, but after colliding everywhere, it couldn¡¯t escape the golden light¡¯s encirclement. ¡°I caught it! I caught it!¡± She eximed in delight, her little face brimming with joy, and her eyes squinted into crescent shapes. She never imagined she would catch it with her own hands. ¡°Amazing!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an hurried over to help store the Golden-Winged Cicada. No one would have expected the Golden-Winged Cicada to actually be caught. Once they return to calcte the points, this creature could add an extra 100 points! But after falling behind for two days, is there still hope for first ce? The Great Hunt was nearing its end. Team 108, Xiao Chen and Ye Yun, had risen to the top! And at that moment, the teams ranked second and third collided. Zhao Yunji had been searching for Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s team, wanting to teach him a lesson. However, until the Great Hunt was about to conclude, they hadn¡¯t crossed paths. Now, they were face-to-face with another seeded team. The Holy Son of Taiwu Holy Land, Wu Ling! ¡°So, it¡¯s the princess and the Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land.¡± Wu Ling, dressed in white, holding a folding fan, smiled, ¡°Since we¡¯ve met, I would like to witness the elegance of the two fairies.¡± The sh between these two teams was naturally recorded by someone projecting the scene, and countless people were likely watching. Wu Ling¡¯s idea was simple: showcase his extraordinary strength by defeating the two and making a name for himself in one battle! The Crown Prince¡¯s fianc¨¦e, the Crown Prince¡¯s maid, defeating them would surely overshadow the Crown Prince¡¯s fame. ¡°You take the other one,¡± Zhao Yunji instructed Su Xueni before flying forward, her golden long dress dancing in the wind. This battle indeed attracted countless eyes. ¡°The princess of Tai¡¯an versus Wu Ling, how exciting!¡± ¡°Wu Ling¡¯sbat techniques are unparalleled, but Her Highness¡¯s thunder techniques are even more superior.¡± ¡°Hahaha, this is truly thrilling to watch. As expected of the top of the Fairy Saintess Ranking, possessing both strength and beauty.¡± ¡°The Heavenly Extreme Five Thunder Technique, its power is extraordinary! I¡¯m afraid no one can rival Her Highness¡¯s thunder techniques.¡± Indeed, Zhao Yunji won this battle, and without much pressure. She almost entirely suppressed Wu Ling. The rolling heavenly thunder left the ground under her skirt with barely a spot intact. The third-ranked seeded team was officially out. ¡°I admit defeat!¡± Wu Ling shook his head and withdrew. It seemed there was still quite a gap between himself and this princess at the peak of the Transcendent Realm. Even if the Crown Prince encountered her, he wouldn¡¯t be her match. In the vast Cann Dao Domain, is there a man worthy of such a divine woman? A goddess like Zhao Yunji shouldn¡¯t belong to any man; she is destined to reach the highest heights! After watching this battle, the audience sighed in regret. ¡°By the way, where has the Crown Prince been all this time?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know, not a single image has been seen!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince hasn¡¯t been eliminated, his ranking is still third.¡± ¡°What a pity, originally the Crown Prince was firmly in first ce, but in these past two days, his points haven¡¯t increased at all, and he¡¯s beenpletely left behind.¡± ¡°Ah, indeed, with such a point difference, it¡¯s impossible to catch up.¡± All the Beiyang cultivators hoped the Crown Prince would take the crown. It was the pride of Beiyang! If an outsider took the crown of the Great Hunt, Beiyang would lose face greatly. Originally, with the Crown Prince¡¯s extraordinary performance, taking first ce was quite certain, but unfortunately¡­ The next fight for the crown would be between the Tai¡¯an Princess¡¯s team and the obscure Team 108. Neither were from Beiyang. It seemed somewhat uninteresting now. Night fell. The sky was thick with dark clouds. A strong wind swept across, bringing a torrential downpour! The rain fell like arrows, piercing straight into the ground, with thunder rolling and lightning shing. ¡°What heavy rain!¡± On the vast in, countless cultivators quickly opened their spiritual shields to ward off the torrential rain. ¡°Perhaps we should head back; there¡¯s nothing much to see here.¡± ¡°Indeed, Master, let¡¯s return to the sect. This year¡¯s Great Hunt is almost over.¡± Just as many were thinking of retreating¡­ ¡°The Crown Prince has appeared!¡± This shout immediately drew the attention of many. ¡°Where has the Crown Prince been for the past two days? Let¡¯s go, quickly check it out!¡± The cultivators, paying no heed to the pouring rain, rushed over to witness the event. In such a harsh rainstorm, the recording from the image stone was not very clear, but the figure d in snow-white clothes was undoubtedly the Crown Prince. ¡°Damn, the Crown Prince is confronting the Princess of Tai¡¯an head-on!¡± ¡°Come and see, the battle of the century is about to begin!¡± ¡°Oh? The fianc¨¦e meets her fianc¨¦, haha, who would have thought there would be such a twist at the end!¡± This news spread like a deep-water bomb, exploding among the crowd with unimaginable speed. In just a moment, nearly all the cultivators on the vast in had gathered in front of the image stone, packed densely together with barely any room to spare. Above them, an enormous barrier was raised, serving as a rain shelter. Lin Qi¡¯an hadn¡¯t expected to run into Zhao Yunji. Without the radar map in his mind, he had been wandering aimlessly, and this encounter was purely coincidental. When the torrential rain began, his first reaction was to take Zhao Qingmeng into the Lotus Realm for shelter. But the sight of two stunning women walking through the rain made him stop in his tracks. ¡°Crown Prince!¡± Su Xueni eximed in surprise. ¡°Sister?¡± In the downpour, Zhao Yunji¡¯s golden long dress remained untouched by the rain, clearly made of the high-grade Flying Immortal Silk. However, her three thousand strands of ck hair, draped over her back, were all soaked. ¡°Sister, it seems you¡¯ve been doing well these past few days.¡± Her words carried a coldness that seemed to freeze the torrential rain into ice. What does she mean? Instead of settling things with her fianc¨¦ first, she uses words to stab at me? Zhao Qingmeng suddenly smiled slyly. ¡°Brother Lin, thank you for shielding me from the wind and rain. If it weren¡¯t for you, I surely would have caught a cold!¡± Zhao Yunji: ¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an: ¡­ The tension in the air grew even thicker. Swish! A sword stood upright, pointing directly at Lin Qi¡¯an. The sword carried faint traces of lightning, exuding a terrifying aura. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, Crown Prince of Beiyang, do you dare to ept my challenge?¡± Zhao Yunji was not one for petty thoughts like her sister. In her mind, Lin Qi¡¯an could be cunning, charming, and yful, but the prerequisite for all that was strength! Only the strong are qualified to possess everything. ¡°Sigh, if we must fight, then let¡¯s get on with it,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an sighed helplessly. ¡°Xueni, take care of her for me.¡± ¡°Alright.¡± With that, Su Xueni looked after Zhao Qingmeng, ensuring she wouldn¡¯t be caught up in the battle. Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Yunji faced each other, with neither giving an inch. This battle gripped the hearts of countless onlookers! Setting aside their engagement, Lin Qi¡¯an, as the Crown Prince of Beiyang, represented the strongest force of Beiyang¡¯s younger generation. Meanwhile, Zhao Yunji, the Princess of Tai¡¯an, represented the strongest among the younger generation of Tai¡¯an Imperial City. Both were descendants of Great Emperors! If Lin Qi¡¯an lost, Beiyang might have to lower its stance before the Tai¡¯an Imperial Family. However, if Zhao Yunji lost, it would show the world that while Beiyang might not be the ruler of an immortal dynasty, its strength could not be underestimated. Countless holynds, sects, and Dao pces were all focused on this battle! ¡°Who do you think is stronger, the Crown Prince or the Princess?¡± ¡°The Crown Prince once killed a Celestial Realm demon beast with a single sword strike, wielding a Sacred Rank weapon. His strength is evident.¡± ¡°The Princess of Tai¡¯an has also had an illustrious record. Shepletely crushed the Holy Son of Taiwu, and with her peak Transcendent Realm cultivation, she too wields a Sacred Rank weapon.¡± ¡°Under normal circumstances, I think it¡¯s impossible to judge. But right now, the Princess is definitely at an advantage!¡± ¡°Why?¡± ¡°Because it¡¯s currently a thunderstorm, and the Princess excels in thunder techniques. The power is more terrifying¡ªthis is her home ground!¡± ¡°The old gentleman¡¯s analysis is reasonable. It seems the Crown Prince is likely to lose this time!¡± People were already cing bets. ¡°ce your bets, everyone!¡± ¡°Crown Prince or Princess, ce your bets, the more you bet, the more you win! Get rich overnight, it¡¯s all happening today!¡± At this point, many cultivators were betting on the Princess to win. After all, with the Tiang Immortal Dynasty backing her, the Princess¡¯s resources were no less than the Crown Prince¡¯s¡ªher techniques, divine abilities, and weapons were all top-tier. With higher cultivation and favorable weather conditions, why wouldn¡¯t she win? Soon, more and more people bet on the Princess. ¡°I¡¯ll bet 500 spirit stones on the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°I¡¯m also betting on the Crown Prince to win!¡± Ran Yuwei and Zi Lianyou, watching the battle, both ced bets on the Crown Prince. They weren¡¯t afraid of losing; they were just cheering him on. In the exclusive viewing stand, even the holy-level powerhouses from Tianjian City, who rarely showed themselves, couldn¡¯t see through the situation. The Sword Emperor¡¯s expression was serious, revealing no joy or anger. ¡°Mother, can brother win?¡± Lin Hongyu asked softly. ¡°If your brother loses, you must train hard for a month, without a moment of y.¡± ¡°Ugh, why should I be punished if brother loses!¡± Amidst the torrential rain, in the forest, Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Yunji moved simultaneously! Chapter 93 Chapter 93: The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder, Sacred Weapon Divine Fire, Countless Exmations of Awe! Boom! A bolt of heavenly lightning streaked across the night sky, its white light blinding. The Crown Prince and the Princess struck simultaneously. Zhao Yun wielded her magical sword, astonishingly drawing down that bolt of lightning! The bright blue thunder transformed into a vividly lifelike dragon made of lightning. ¡°Transmuting Thunder into a Dragon! The Princess¡¯s Heavenly Extreme Five Thunder Technique must have reached the fifth level!¡± ¡°The fifth level?! Isn¡¯t that only achievable at the Celestial Realm? The Princess is practicing across realms!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is truly facing a difficult challenge¡­¡± The thunder dragon roared as it charged, its momentum unstoppable! Lin Qi¡¯an remained unfazed. His sword finger traced a silver arc resembling a crescent moon. Divine ability: Falling Moon God Sword! With a single stroke, he severed the dragon¡¯s head! The residual force splintered countless branches and leaves. ¡°The Crown Prince¡¯s swordsmanship is fluid and powerful. His mastery of the Falling Moon God Sword seems to have reached its essence, as he was able to cut down the thunder dragon in one strike]¡± The spectators¡¯ hearts surged with excitement. Each sh was a glimpse into the formidable strength of bothbatants. However, despite the dragon¡¯s head being severed, it did not disappear. Instead, it split into ten, then a hundred, transforming into countless serpents of lightning! ¡°Transmuting the dragon into serpents¡­ The Princess¡¯s control over lightning is truly exquisite!¡± This move drew widespread admiration and apuse. In response, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s spiritual power manifested as countless tiny swords, slicing through the serpents and reducing them to nothing. ¡°This is incredible! To think such divine abilities andbat techniques are disyed by two young people!¡± ¡°Princess Yunji, isn¡¯t this probing enough?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled faintly. ¡°If you don¡¯t get serious now, you won¡¯t have another chance.¡± ¡°Such arrogance!¡± Zhao Yunji eximed. ¡°Bring the thunder!¡± Her clear shout pierced the night sky. The rain began to reverse, the wind howled, and the trees bent in the gale. In an instant, several bolts of lightning, shaped like trees, converged and were drawn into Zhao Yunji¡¯s body. Her entire being crackled with lightning, the terrifying power of which seemed capable of destroying everything. Her eyes were now covered in ayer of dark golden light. ¡°Drawing lightning into her body¡­ With her Autumn Pupils, the Princess is getting serious!¡± ¡°My goodness, she wasn¡¯t serious before?!¡± ¡°After absorbing the lightning, the Princess¡¯s closebat prowess will increase dramatically. I fear the Crown Prince won¡¯t be able to withstand it.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, the Crown Prince hasn¡¯t used his Dragon Might yet!¡± Like a sh of lightning, a blue silhouette darted forward. Lin Qi¡¯an had no intention of engaging in closebat; it wasn¡¯t necessary. The Nine Yang Divine Sword and the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword¡ªboth sacred weapons¡ªhummed simultaneously, transforming into streaks of light to meet the attack. Divine Sword Technique¡ªHeavenly Flying Immortal! ¡°The Crown Prince¡­ is he controlling two sacred weapons simultaneously?¡± ¡°How is that possible? Even the Sword Emperor only possesses one named sword!¡± ¡°What kind of technique is this? To fight with two sacred weapons at once, who could possibly withstand such an onught?¡± The two swords intertwined, resembling twin dragons ying with a pearl. Though Lin Qi¡¯an stood calmly in ce, it was merely an outward appearance. In reality, he needed to focus all his concentration on controlling the swords, without the slightest distraction. Meanwhile, Zhao Yunji, empowered by lightning, had reached the limits of her speed and strength! There was no room forcency. A dazzling sh of lightning, dreamlike and surreal, shed with the two flying swords. Sword light and lightning intertwined, mes red brightly. It was a spectacle so intense it dazzled the eyes! Everyone held their breath, watching the battle intently, including Su Xueni and Zhao Qingmeng, who were present. At that moment, Zhao Yunji summoned another bolt of lightning. Beside her appeared a figure identical to her, glowing with bright blue light. ¡°A Lightning Dharma! The Princess has already cultivated a Lightning Dharma!]¡± ¡°With this Dharma¡¯s assistance, she could even take on a Celestial Realm expert!¡± The sight shocked countless onlookers. This was an extremely difficult divine ability to cultivate. Once mastered, the original body and the Dharma could fight on two fronts, drastically increasingbat power. Seeing the lightning avatar rushing towards Lin Qi¡¯an, the hearts of many tightened with anxiety! The Crown Prince, with both swords engaged with the Princess, was now unarmed. How could he possibly defend against such a powerful avatar? Although not as strong as the Princess herself, the avatar was still equivalent to an ordinary Transcendent Realm cultivator! ¡°Aren¡¯t you going to use your Dragon Might?¡± Zhao Yunji asked coldly. ¡°There¡¯s no rush,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied. Golden mes began to spill from the Nine Yang Divine Sword. Under the delicate control of the Yang me Departure Technique, the myriad mes condensed into a fiery figure, which then engaged in closebat with the lightning avatar. With every collision, thunder and fire erupted in a cataclysmic reaction, the sound of explosions echoing without end. ¡°That¡¯s the Crown Prince¡¯s Divine Fire!¡± ¡°A fiery figure battling the lightning Dharma¡ªhahaha, how interesting!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was meeting every attack with precision, exuding a sense of control and ease. He had yet to unleash his Dragon Might, leaving everyone astonished by the disy of divine techniques. It seemed that both sides were holding back, not yet fighting with their full strength. Su Xueni released an icy shield to protect herself and Zhao Qingmeng, just barely managing to witness the battle. Inwardly, she was rmed by the vast difference between herself and the Princess. After all, Zhao Yunji was the Princess of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, the daughter of a Great Emperor, with an incredibly deep foundation. Zhao Yunji had initially hoped that her Lightning Dharma Body would force Lin Qi¡¯an to use his Dragon Might, but he only countered with divine fire instead. Fine, she will go all out! She disengaged from the twin swords, retreating swiftly as her Dharma Body rejoined her and lightning surged around her to protect her body. Stepping on the void, she pointed her sword toward the sky. ¡°Yi Wood True Thunder.¡± Boom! Thunder rumbled across the nine heavens, and rolling purple lightning descended like divine punishment, shaking all creation. One, two, three¡­ nine bolts of purple lightning, each carrying the wrath of the heavens, struck down toward Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°If you can¡¯t hold on, just say so.¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s features were stunning, her face icy, hovering in the air like a celestial being. Despite the intensity of the situation, she still expressed concern, fearing the power of this divine technique might overwhelm Lin Qi¡¯an. After all, her goal was not to kill him but to teach him a lesson. At that moment, even the cultivators not present at the scene felt a chill run down their spines instinctively. ¡°The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder! Her Highness is invoking the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder!¡± Those who recognized the scene cried out in shock. The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder was the pinnacle of lightning techniques,prising seventy-two variations. Princess Zhao Yunji had drawn nine in one go! This was true divine power¡­ Not every cultivator of lightning techniques could summon the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder¡ªit was the thunder of the heavenly dao itself! One must resonate with the heavenly dao and gain its approval to wield it. Clearly, Princess Zhao Yunji had this qualification. ¡°This is terrifying¡­ the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder has appeared.¡± ¡°If I were there, I might die faster than anyone present.¡± ¡°I¡¯d fall to my knees and beg for mercy¡­ who would dare fight against this and risk annihtion?¡± ¡°I wonder how the Crown Prince will respond. He still hasn¡¯t used his Dragon Might.¡± ¡°Your Highness, be careful!¡± Su Xueni instinctively shouted. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s face also grew solemn; she knew the power of her sister¡¯s Purple Heaven Divine Thunder. Despite facing the bombardment of nine divine thunders, Lin Qi¡¯an remained unmoved, neither dodging nor avoiding, facing them head-on. There was even a yful smile on his lips. ¡°Go.¡± From the Nine Yang Divine Sword, a torrent of golden mes surged, forming a wall of fire that instantly enveloped Lin Qi¡¯an. Chapter 94 Chapter 94 ¡°Divine Fire Protection! Is the Crown Prince going to withstand the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder head-on?¡± ¡°Does the Crown Prince have a death wish? The heavenly might is irresistible; evasion would be the proper response.¡± ¡°I know you¡¯re anxious, but there¡¯s no need to worry; the Crown Prince won¡¯t back down.¡± ¡°In case you haven¡¯t noticed, the Crown Prince hasn¡¯t taken a single step since the battle began.¡± Boom! Boom! Boom! The nine bolts of lightning were all blocked by the divine fire, their terrifying power dissipating into the air. ¡°Bing Fire Yang Thunder.¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s face had turned slightly pale. The heavens rumbled again. Within the thunderclouds, the wrath of the gods seemed palpable! More bolts of lightning descended from the sky, each more powerful than thest. ¡°The second type of Purple Heaven Divine Thunder, Bing Fire Yang Thunder, is even more powerful than the Wood Thunder¡­¡± People were utterly mesmerized, mouths agape, breath held, unable to even blink! The fire thunder finally dissipated Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s protective divine fire! Just when everyone thought the Crown Prince would finally use his Dragon Might to counterattack, he did not. The Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword and the Nine Yang Divine Sword crossed and intersected, soaring into the sky. The terrifying divine thunder, just as it began to gather momentum, was cut down in midair, extinguished before it could fully form¡­ ¡°The Crown Prince is controlling two sacred weapons to y the thunder!¡± ¡°My god, what kind of monsters are these two¡­ I¡¯m speechless, just watching this is terrifying.¡± Finally, after the eighteenth bolt of lightning was destroyed, the sky returned to a temporary calm. ¡°The Princess is too terrifying¡­ she¡¯s only twenty years old, yet she can summon eighteen Purple Heaven Divine Thunders.¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is even more terrifying! He still has cards he hasn¡¯t yed yet.¡± ¡°These two truly live up to their imperial lineage, such techniques are beyond extraordinary.¡± Just when everyone thought the battle was nearing its end¡­ ¡°Gui Water Yin Thunder.¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s red lips parted slightly. At hermand, the heavenly might surged again, and millions of bolts of lightning gathered. The Yin Thunder, like flowing water, rained down. ¡°The Princess¡­ can even summon Yin Thunder? This is madness, pure madness!¡± As the Yin Thunder continued to bombard, the two sacred weapons finally began to falter, their luster dimming. Lin Qi¡¯an recalled them to his side. But the Yin Thunder had nine levels, and thest bolt remained. The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder had seventy-two bolts, and this was the twenty-seventh. Ancient, obscure incantations echoed as the might of the Ancestral Dragon burst forth! The final Yin Thunder was shattered in midair by the Dragon Might, dissipating slowly into the heavens and earth. ¡°The Crown Prince has finally used his Dragon Might¡­ With both sacred weapons, divine fire, and Dragon Might unleashed, the Crown Prince has gone all out.¡± ¡°So, who won this battle?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know, neither of them is injured; how can we judge?¡± ¡°I think the Princess is reaching her limit too; she seems to be barely holding on¡­¡± Zhao Yunji finally forced Lin Qi¡¯an to use his Dragon Might. She revealed a pale smile, but the sword in her hand did not fall. The two locked eyes through the curtain of rain. ¡°Wait,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was the first to speak. ¡°What, are you going to admit defeat?¡± ¡°No, I just want to advise you not to push yourself too hard, lest you get hurt.¡± ¡°There¡¯s no need for the Crown Prince to worry.¡± Zhao Yunji knew that if she could summon one more bolt of divine thunder, Lin Qi¡¯an would be defeated! Although she had never seeded before, today, she was confident! ¡°Geng Metal Tribtion Thunder.¡± Rumble! In the dark clouds, shes of golden light surged, like a golden dragon churning within. The spiritual energy of heaven and earth fled in panic. The terrifying aura of destruction filled the air¡­ ¡°The Princess is truly insane¡­ trying to summon Metal Thunder at the Transcendent Realm?¡± ¡°ording to ancient records, even the most talented practitioners of lightning techniques could only summon Metal Thunder at the Celestial Realm.¡± ¡°Will her body even be able to withstand this?¡± ¡°I¡¯m afraid this could backfire¡­¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s gaze sharpened, her spiritual energy channeled through her sword, the heavenly might growing stronger. ¡°Thunder,e!¡± A bolt of lightning, as thick as a golden dragon, tore through the clouds. But at the same time, Zhao Yunji spat out a mouthful of blood, her body swaying unsteadily¡­ ¡°Damn, she can¡¯t control the Metal Thunder!¡± Zhao Qingmeng eximed in shock. The Metal Thunder had already gone out of control. If it fell, it might reduce her to ashes. ¡°The Metal Thunder is out of control, Crown Prince, run!¡± ¡°This thunder is unstoppable; if you don¡¯t escape now, you¡¯ll be annihted!¡± ¡°Run, Crown Prince!¡± Everyone¡¯s hearts were in their throats. No one had expected this battle to take such a turn¡­ Chapter 95 Chapter 95 The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder and the Golden Thunder spun out of control! Though the thunder had already been summoned, it was now beyond control, and could not be recalled. Instead, it turned towards Zhao Yunji as its target. ¡°I didn¡¯t expect it to still becking¡­¡± She murmured, her voice faint, as her pupils dimmed. The immensely powerful Golden Thunder was likely to turn the entire area into ruins. ¡°You all, leave now!¡± Biting her crimson lips, Zhao Yunji soared into the air, facing the Golden Thunder head-on. Zhao Yunji had always been a proud individual, and even in this moment, she remained so. The mistake was hers, and she intended to bear the consequences herself. She couldn¡¯t allow her younger sister or any innocent bystanders to be harmed. She was well aware that even with her protective Sacred Artifact and Sacred Weapon in hand, she might not be able to fully block the Golden Thunder. If she were unlucky, severe injury or even death was a real possibility. Boom! In a sh, the first bolt of Golden Thunder struck down. The thunder, like a golden dragon emerging from the sea, was surrounded by golden beads, shining brightly like gold, and the terrifying power it contained was unfathomable. Zhao Yunji raised her sword to take the hit head-on. Yet, even this first bolt was enough to strike her down, causing her to drop her sword, barely managing to block it thanks to her protective Sacred Artifact. She plummeted like a kite with a broken string. The most dangerous part was that the second bolt of Golden Thunder was already following, with the third bolt ready to strike¡­ The most anxious ones were the guards from the Tai¡¯an Imperial City and the protectors of the two princesses. This situation had escted so suddenly that they couldn¡¯t even attempt a rescue, only able to watch in despair. If all nine bolts of Golden Thunder were to fall, even a peak Celestial Realm expert might not survive them all. This was the Nine Heavens Divine Thunder of the Heavenly Dao, not something formed by spiritual power! ¡°Sword Emperor, Shenfengzi requests to go for the rescue.¡± Shenfengzi, also known as the Wind Saint, was the fastest under the Great Emperor. If he acted now, he might just make it in time. ¡°Hurry!¡± Mu Qingzhu urged anxiously. ¡°No rush.¡± The Sword Emperor squinted, his gaze deep. His son showed no signs of panic, so he wasn¡¯t afraid of the Golden Thunder? He was curious to see how Lin Qi¡¯an would handle this situation! Suddenly, a figure in white rose with the wind, catching Zhao Yunji in his arms. She was, after all, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s fianc¨¦e in name, so he couldn¡¯t just stand by and do nothing. Moreover, she was the Fate-bound Daughter of the plot, and subduing her would reduce the opponent¡¯s Luck Value. In both sentiment and reason, Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t sit idly by. ¡°The Crown Prince has made his move!¡± ¡°But the Crown Prince had already used all his moves against the Yin Thunder; he can¡¯t possibly withstand this one, could he? Is he seeking death?¡± ¡°You¡­¡± Zhao Yunji hadn¡¯t even finished her sentence when the second bolt of Golden Thunder struck down. Lin Qi¡¯an held her with his left hand, gripping the Thunder Emperor¡¯s sword in his right, his eyes fixed on the sky. What happened next stunned everyone! The Golden Thunder, which carried the might of the heavens, stopped dead in its tracks in front of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sword, like a golden dragon that had suddenly be tame, with no trace of aggression. This is impossible¡­ Zhao Yunji¡¯s beautiful eyes widened in shock. Lin Qi¡¯an had actually controlled the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder?! If he was skilled in thunder techniques, it might be understandable, but without top-level thunder techniques, this was absolutely impossible! In the previous battle, Lin Qi¡¯an hadn¡¯t even used his full strength? Zhao Yunji leaned against Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chest, momentarily forgetting that her waist was still being held by him, her gaze unfocused. The first goddess of the Cann Dao Domain, this was the first time she had ever been held in a man¡¯s arms. This scene caused everyone to fall into silence. ¡°This is beyond belief¡­¡± Even Zhao Qingmeng found it hard to believe. True, Lin Qi¡¯an had obtained the Thunder Emperor¡¯s inheritance, but he had only studied it for two days! Even with the Thunder Emperor¡¯s techniques and divine abilities, she couldn¡¯t believe he could master them to the extent of controlling the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder in just two days. ¡°This is bad, he managed to show off again. Elder Sister will be shocked once more¡­ This didn¡¯t happen in the previous life, damn it!¡± Su Xueni couldn¡¯t understand what the little princess was muttering. She only thought that the Crown Prince was incredibly handsome. As for jealousy? There was no need for it. She was far ahead of everyone else and could afford to be calm. ¡°The Crown Prince has controlled the Divine Thunder?¡± ¡°My god, this is insane! The Crown Prince was still hiding his cards.¡± ¡°Just who is the Crown Prince? How does he know everything¡­¡± This scene was even more shocking than if he had shattered the Golden Thunder! Controlling it was on apletely different level of difficulty than destroying it. There was only one possibility. The Crown Prince also had extremely high mastery in thunder techniques! Lin Qi¡¯an redirected the Golden Thunder, sending it back into the sky, where it collided with the third bolt of Golden Thunder. In an instant, golden light filled the sky as terrifying thunder exploded over a hundred miles. All creation trembled! The fourth and fifth bolts of Golden Thunder followed closely behind. Lin Qi¡¯an used the same method, leveraging strength to counter strength, using thunder to strike thunder. In truth, his ability to control the Golden Thunder relied more on the Thunder Emperor¡¯s Sacred Weapon, the Thunderbolt Sword, rather than his own thunder techniques. But no one else knew this. To everyone else, he looked like a god descended to earth, wielding thunder and radiating divine light! Even Zhao Yunji herself was captivated¡­ The Crown Prince of Beiyang, who once seemed like a hedonistic, debauched yboy, had today revealed himself to be the true favored son of the heavens within the Dao Domain. One could imagine that once word of today¡¯s battle spread, it would incite the fervent admiration of countless women, and among the younger generation, no one would be able to overshadow his brilliance. Having such a man as her fianc¨¦, it seemed she had gained more than she thought. Zhao Yunji, who had always held herself in high regard, found her mindset undergoing a significant change; she even began lowering her own stance. The ninth bolt of Golden Thunder, as if possessing intelligence, hesitated in the clouds, reluctant to strike, before gradually dissipating and vanishing. All nine bolts of Golden Thunder had been neutralized just like that. By this time, the torrential rain had also gradually ceased, and the world returned to peace. The spectators on the in had long gone mad with excitement! ¡°The Crown Prince really withstood all nine bolts of Golden Thunder¡­¡± ¡°Who would have thought that he only recently entered the Transcendent Realm!¡± ¡°In the past, people always said the Crown Prince of Beiyang was unworthy of the first goddess, Zhao Yunji. Haha! After today, those rumors can be put to rest.¡± ¡°Crown Prince, you are mighty! Crown Prince, you are mighty!¡± All the cultivators of Beiyang felt their spirits soar. Chapter 96 Chapter 96 Previously, with the Crown Prince unseen for two days and his pointsgging behind, the atmosphere had been quite gloomy. No one expected that as soon as the Crown Prince appeared, he would deliver such a shocking surprise! The Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce, Mo Shuiqiu, stared in awe at the recording stone, her eyes sparkling with an unusual light. Earlier, being saved by the Crown Prince had been an immense honor. It was evident that even someone as proud as Zhao Yunji, the high and mighty goddess, had been overshadowed by the Crown Prince¡­ During this trip to the cultural assembly, Mo Shuiqiu was determined to host the Crown Prince with utmost hospitality. Ran Yuwei and Zi Lianyou, the two maids, were already lost in admiration. They knew the Crown Prince was handsome, but it was the first time they had seen him this dashing. Facing the might of the heavens with his own strength! It was simply thrilling, leaving them unable to contain themselves. Needless to say, the oue of the duel between the Crown Prince and the Princess was already clear. ¡°The Crown Prince won!¡± ¡°Hurry, settle the bets; we wagered on the Crown Prince¡¯s victory!¡± Amid the surrounding cheers, the two maids finally snapped out of their daze. The cultivators who bet on the Princess¡¯s victory were groaning in disappointment, while the two maids were overjoyed, having made a fortune. ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince!¡± The Tai¡¯an royal guards bowed their heads to the recording stone, one after another. Had the Crown Prince not intervened to save the Princess, not even ten heads would have been enough for them to lose back in the imperial city! Saving the Princess was equivalent to saving their own lives¡­ ¡°My brother is so amazing!¡± Lin Hongyu gazed at the recording stone, her admiration for her brother growing even stronger. She thought that even if she didn¡¯t cultivate diligently in the future, it wouldn¡¯t matter¡ªshe just needed to cling to her brother! It wasn¡¯t just her; even the semi-saints and saints were astonished. Lin Qi¡¯an came from Tianjian City, so his primary focus should have been on sword techniques and divine abilities. How could he have such profound mastery of thunder techniques as well? It was simply unbelievable! If he truly mastered these abilities through his own cultivation, then he was indeed a genius beyondpare! ¡°This sword¡­ it looks somewhat familiar¡­¡± The Sword Emperor squinted his eyes, deep in thought. ¡­ The thunder ceased, and the rain stopped and the night returned to its usual tranquility. Lin Qi¡¯annded on the ground with Zhao Yunji in his arms, and only then did they separate. ¡°Is Your Highness alright?¡± Su Xueni hurriedly ran over. ¡°I¡¯m fine.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nced around and noticed several disciples from Tianjian City hiding nearby, holding recording stones, ¡°filming¡± the scene. Even in the face of such an apocalyptic situation, they risked their lives to stay at their posts, all for the sake of gaining poprity. ¡°Go on, I have some private matters to attend to,¡± he waved his hand, dismissing them. The uing conversation wouldn¡¯t be appropriate with millions of people watching. Once the others had left, Zhao Yunji stepped forward. Taking a deep breath, she said earnestly, ¡°Thank you.¡± With that, she took out her No. 1002 token. A woman as proud as her finally lowered her head and humbly conceded defeat. Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t make a fuss and directly crushed the token, earning 3 points. ¡°Big Brother Lin, you¡¯re truly amazing.¡± Zhao Qingmeng also ran over, smiling sweetly at Lin Qi¡¯an, then turned to Zhao Yunji, ¡°Sister, you can¡¯t say it wasn¡¯t a fair loss!¡± Zhao Yunji: !! For some reason, this girl¡¯s words were infuriating! And why was she sofortable around Lin Qi¡¯an? Before she came to Tianjian City, the two shouldn¡¯t have had any interaction. Yet between herself and Lin Qi¡¯an, there seemed to be a thick barrier, full of unfamiliarity. ¡°There¡¯s no need to thank me. I just want to ask, why didn¡¯t you listen when I tried to stop you earlier? Did you really want to win against me that badly?¡± ¡°I¡­¡± Zhao Yunji was momentarily speechless. Indeed, she had a strongpetitive spirit and didn¡¯t want to lose to anyone. But the real reason was probably that her fianc¨¦ didn¡¯t take her seriously at all, instead being close to other girls. But such a jealous emotion was something her pride would never allow her to admit. ¡°I¡¯m sorry.¡± At this moment, the proud princess, dressed in a golden gown, spoke with a tone that even carried a hint of grievance. She was quite thankful that Lin Qi¡¯an had sent those people away. Had they still been there, she would have been utterly humiliated. Lin Qi¡¯an, on the other hand, was puzzled. He had saved her, so logically, the Luck Value of the protagonist should have decreased, but there was no system notification. This meant that the princess had not yet let go of her pride. This was going to be tricky. How could he shatter the Dao Heart of this child of destiny and provoke them into a rage? Perhaps¡­ he could have Zhao Yunji chase after him instead¡­ If the goddess, supreme in her mind, were to pursue a man she deeply resented, the protagonist¡¯s mindset would likely crumble. In that case, he decided to hit Zhao Yunji with something harsh first! ¡°Alright then, didn¡¯t youe to Beiyang to break off the engagement? I agree now; let¡¯s annul the engagement.¡± ¡°I didn¡¯t¡­¡± Zhao Yunji instinctively began to speak. ¡°No objections? Very well, Your Highness, from now on, you and I have nothing to do with each other.¡± Hearing these words, Zhao Yunji felt a sudden, inexplicable pain in her heart. Even her clear eyes dimmed a bit. Zhao Qingmeng, however, was secretly thrilled as if she had been injected with a dose of excitement. She hadn¡¯t expected the engagement to be annulled for real! Chapter 97 Chapter 97 Everyone believed that if the royal engagement between Beiyang and the Tai¡¯an Imperial Family were to fall apart, it would definitely be Princess Zhao Yunji who would initiate the annulment. After all, the world knew of her dedication to the Dao, her relentless pursuit of strength, and her utterck of interest in romantic affairs. Furthermore, she was the number one goddess of the Cann Dao Domain, a peerless beauty with a naturally alluring charm. Who could possibly refuse such a woman? Especially someone like the lustful prince, Lin Qi¡¯an, who constantly gathered concubines. However, the oue left even Zhao Yunji feeling as if it wasn¡¯t real and she looked at Lin Qi¡¯an, her gaze filled with resentment and grievance. She had never been treated with such disrespect in her entire life. Even her fists clenched involuntarily. After taking a deep breath, she barely managed to maintain her proud persona, ¡°Fine¡­ After all, it¡¯s just a verbal engagement between the Duke of Zhenbei and my father. I will inform my father when I return.¡± With that, she turned to leave, her slender figure casting a lonely shadow. ¡°Elder Sister, wait!¡± Zhao Qingmeng quickly chased after her, trying tofort her. ¡°Sister, don¡¯t be sad¡­¡± ¡°I¡¯m not sad!¡± ¡®Ah, yes, of course, you¡¯re not sad. When you were younger, you would always clench your dress tightly and bite your lips whenever you were upset, thinking no one would notice.¡¯ ¡°Actually, if you had just softened your stance a bit earlier, Lin Qi¡¯an might have changed his mind. But s, my proud sister would never lower her head first.¡± ¡°What did you just say¡­?¡± Zhao Yunji froze as if struck by lightning, her face turning even paler. It felt as if her heart had been dealt a crushing blow. Unfortunately, there was no medicine for regret in this world. From now on, she would no longer be his fianc¨¦e, and she would forever lose the opportunity to cultivate her Dao Physique close to him. ¡°Elder Sister, take care. I still need to apany Brother Lin for the Grand Hunt~¡± Zhao Qingmeng waved cheerfully as she watched her sister leave. Is this what it feels like to sessfully surpass one¡¯s elder sister? It¡¯s exhrating! ¡°Xueni, you should return with her. Wait for me toe back.¡± ¡°Understood, Your Highness, be careful~¡± Lin Qi¡¯an, of course, saw right through Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s glee and even noticed that she was intentionally provoking her elder sister. What¡¯s the n going forward? How to turn Zhao Yunji¡¯s pursuit into a desperate ¡°wife-chasing¡± drama? Simple! Give her a massive sense of disparity. If her younger sister, who couldn¡¯t cultivate since childhood, suddenly surpassed her in realm overnight, wouldn¡¯t that create enough of a shock? By that moment, Zhao Yunji would undoubtedly experience the greatest setback of her life. And as for how to make Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s cultivation skyrocket? That¡¯s even easier! She was already the reincarnation of the Empress, possessing everything¡ªexcept my Dao Physique. Find an opportunity to let Zhao Qingmeng inherit this physique, and it will not only fulfill her wish but also deal a blow to Zhao Yunji, killing two birds with one stone! Once Zhao Yunji finds out that her little sister is now involved with her ex-fianc¨¦ and has even achieved a massive leap in cultivation, she¡¯ll surely be devastated¡­ After organizing the entire n, Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but sigh: Damn, I¡¯m really the viin here, scheming and manipting people¡¯s hearts like this! ¡°Brother Lin, let¡¯s head back,¡± Zhao Qingmeng returned with a bright smile. ¡°Yes, tomorrow is thest day of the Grand Hunt, so it¡¯s about time to head back.¡± ¡°We¡¯ve been in that cave for two days, and I¡¯m not sure if our points are enough for first ce, but fortunately, capturing the Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada should give us an extra hundred points.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded and led her back. By now, most of the teams had probably been eliminated. Without some kind of map hack, earning points would be quite difficult. As for the extremely evil creature mentioned by the Thunder Emperor, it could wait until they became stronger to deal with it. ¡­ The next day, at noon, the Grand Hunt officially ended, and all the teams returned one after another. Once all the teams gathered, the champion would be announced. Xiao Chen and Ye Yun had already returned. At this moment, the 108th team was ranked first on the leaderboard with a staggering 412 points. What did that mean? It meant they had at least defeated over a hundred teams and hunted countless fierce beasts! Many were now looking at the two with newfound respect. ¡°Wow, their score is way too high! I remember the highest score in previous years was only in the 300s!¡± ¡°Competition is getting fiercer every year.¡± ¡°It¡¯s a pity they¡¯re not from Beiyang. I didn¡¯t expect outsiders to take the championship this year.¡± ¡°The younger generation is truly formidable!¡± In contrast, the second-ranked team, team 1001, had only 312 points, a full 100 points behind! As for the teams further down, they were just cannon fodder. ¡°Look, the prince is back!¡± ¡°They were thest ones!¡± On the ins, a ck horse galloped forward. It was Lin Qi¡¯an, with the little princess in a snow-white dress in his arms, riding together and attracting countless gazes. Especially Zhao Yunji. Seeing her younger sister sitting in her former fianc¨¦¡¯s arms, beaming with joy, Zhao Yunji felt a deep difort in her heart. ¡°Thinking back, the battle between the prince and the princess was truly earth-shattering, unforgettable!¡± ¡°Yes, that was definitely the most spectacr fight. It¡¯s a pity. If the prince had won the Grand Hunt as well, that would¡¯ve been the perfect ending. After all, it¡¯s hosted by our Tianjian City.¡± ¡°I believe the prince is the true number one in strength. Does anyone disagree?¡± ¡°Of course, the prince could have easily won if he had faced those two,¡± someone remarked, trying to defend Lin Qi¡¯an. However, upon hearing this, Ye Yun couldn¡¯t help but sneer, ¡°Hardly the so-called ¡®number one in strength,¡¯ that¡¯s just self-deception. A loss is a loss, no excuses.¡± Xiao Chen nodded in agreement, adding, ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an was just lucky he didn¡¯t run into us. Otherwise, it would have been a different story. The so-called prince of Beiyang is nothing more than a defeated foe.¡± The crowd had no rebuttal to offer. They could only stare nkly, knowing that the facts were right in front of them. Beiyang had always valued strength, not mere words. If you¡¯re weaker, then you just have to swallow your pride! ¡°Well, if the prince hadn¡¯t disappeared for those two days, maybe they wouldn¡¯t be boasting so much now.¡± ¡°Maybe he was injured and had gone off to heal.¡± ¡°A loss is a loss. The more we talk about it, the more embarrassing it gets. Let¡¯s drop it¡­¡± Ye Yun approached Zhao Yunji, cupping his hands in salute. ¡°Your Highness, I have not disappointed you. Our team has won first ce in the Grand Hunt, and I hope this restores some dignity.¡± Despite his humble words, pride surged within him. Securing first ce in the Grand Hunt was a way to wipe away the shame of the past few days. However, Zhao Yunji merely responded with a simple ¡°Hmm,¡± her gaze still fixed on Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng, who were riding back together on horseback. ¡°If Your Highness wishes to annul the engagement, I can speak on your behalf. I believe this time, Lin Qi¡¯an won¡¯t dare ignore me,¡± Ye Yun dered confidently. ¡°Shut up!¡± A sh of coldness flickered in Zhao Yunji¡¯s eyes, and her dissatisfaction grew. Everyone assumed she wanted to break off the engagement, but couldn¡¯t she change her mind? How frustrating. On the other side, Xiao Chen eagerly sought out Ran Yuwei. ¡°Senior Sister Ran!¡± he called out openly, full of pride. ¡°I recall telling you that I¡¯m no longer your senior sister,¡± Ran Yuwei replied, clearly not interested in engaging with him. ¡°Heh,¡± Xiao Chen chuckled. ¡°I just wanted you to see for yourself. Here in Beiyang, on Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s turf, I, Xiao Chen, can still rise to prominence. Talent like mine is like gold¡ªit shines no matter where it is!¡± ¡°And as for you, Senior Sister¡­¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s pupils unknowingly flickered with a strange, dark red glow, cold and sinister. ¡°You will be mine too!¡± He licked his lips greedily after finishing. Ran Yuwei was utterly disgusted by him. How could there be such a revolting man? Rolling her eyes, she said, ¡°Xiao Chen, I hope you have a bit of self-awareness. Don¡¯te looking for me again. I fear the prince would not be pleased to see you.¡± Only then did Xiao Chen leave, though there wasn¡¯t a trace of disappointment. In fact, his evil desire had only intensified. Finally, Lin Qi¡¯an arrived. As soon as he dismounted, he was greeted by a chorus of cheers. In the sky, the white-haired elder who presided over the Grand Hunt called out in a loud voice, ¡°Good! All teams have returned! I will now officially announce the final results of the Grand Hunt.¡± Although everyone could already see the results from the leaderboard, they were waiting for the official announcement. Some even felt a sense of rejection. ¡°Wait!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an interrupted suddenly. ¡°Does the prince have something to say?¡± the elder asked. ¡°Before the results are officially announced, shouldn¡¯t we recount the points? We have a little something here.¡± As Lin Qi¡¯an spoke, he opened his palm. In the glow of light, a golden-winged cicada pped its wings frantically, trying to escape. ¡°The Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada!¡± ¡°No way, is it really?¡± ¡°The prince actually caught it? Unbelievable!¡± ¡°A record that no one has broken for a hundred years has been shattered!¡± Exmations of shock echoed across the entire in. Even the old Saint presiding over the hunt was filled with astonishment, his once-cloudy eyes now wide with disbelief. ¡°So, that¡¯s why the prince disappeared for two days?¡± ¡°Hurry, recount the points!¡± ¡°If you add the points from the Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada, the two teams will be tied!¡± ¡°Tied?!¡± A tie meant there would be a tiebreaker match. All the previous arguments about Lin Qi¡¯an and Team 108 not having faced each other directly were just talk, but now, the chance hade. A tiebreaker¡ªwhoever won would take the championship! Chapter 98 Chapter 98 Everyone assumed that Lin Qi¡¯an would end up in second ce. But upon his return, he brought a huge surprise! The fact that he had managed to capture the Golden-Winged Profound Sky Cicada left people astonished beyond belief. Zhao Qingmeng stood proudly, hands on her hips, taking credit for the aplishment. Meanwhile, Xiao Chen and Ye Yun were furious, their faces dark with rage, their hatred for Lin Qi¡¯an growing as though they could devour him. ¡°No need to worry. Even if we have to fight again, with the two of usbined, there¡¯s no way we¡¯ll lose to him,¡± Ye Yun said confidently. ¡°Exactly. We¡¯re not the same as before!¡± Xiao Chen smirked coldly to himself. He still had a trump card, one that could possibly crush Lin Qi¡¯an underfoot. Finally, the white-haired elder who presided over the hunt recovered from his shock and officially announced, ¡°Teams 108 and 1001, due to identical final scores, mustpete in a tiebreaker to determine the Grand Hunt champion!¡± ¡°Go, prince!¡± ¡°We believe in you!¡± ¡°Take them down!¡± Countless voices cheered for Lin Qi¡¯an, their shouts growing louder, rumbling like thunder. ¡°Wait, isn¡¯t the prince going to fight both of them at once?¡± someone asked. ¡°Yeah, the princess can¡¯t fight, so the prince has to take on two opponents by himself. Can he do it?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry. He¡¯s been through so many battles already. Do you really think the prince is afraid of these two?¡± Amidst the growing anticipation, Lin Qi¡¯an, Ye Yun, and Xiao Chen all entered the arena. The battlefield spanned ten miles, exclusively for their use. To prevent coteral damage, several powerful experts had set up a defensive formation, ensuring the utmost safety for the spectators. ¡°Sister, you¡¯re probably rooting for your guard, right? I¡¯m betting on Brother Lin. How about we make a little wager?¡± Zhao Qingmeng teased with a grin. ¡°Who told you I was supporting him?¡± Zhao Yunji responded irritably. ¡°What? Are you still supporting your ex-fianc¨¦? He just broke off the engagement with you!¡± ¡°If you can¡¯t speak properly, just don¡¯t talk!¡± ¡°So fierce¡­ so fierce¡­¡± As the final battle was about to begin, Xiao Chen stepped forward and asked loudly, ¡°Will this fight be unrestricted, with life and death left to fate? Otherwise, if we injure the prince, we might not be able to leave Beiyang alive!¡± His words sparked outrage among the Beiyang crowd. ¡°What arrogance! Does he really think he can injure the prince?¡± ¡°He¡¯s full of himself!¡± ¡°I spit on him! Who does he think he is?¡± Boos erupted from the crowd. Even Ran Yuwei couldn¡¯t hold back a cold snort, thinking, ¡°If you dare harm the prince, I will make you pay!¡± ¡°Brother, teach him a lesson!¡± Lin Hongyu also sniffled angrily. Despite the anger, rules still had to be rified. ¡°During the match, if one side surrenders or can no longer fight, the battle ends. Until then, everything is part of thepetition, and no one will be held ountable afterward.¡± ¡°Now that¡¯s a relief,¡± Xiao Chen said, grinning. With millions watching, if something did happen, Beiyang wouldn¡¯t dare pursue the matter, or they would lose face on a massive scale. ¡°Begin!¡± With the elder¡¯smand, the final battle officially started. ¡°Attack together!¡± Ye Yun shouted, activating the Great Yang Heavenly Emperor Technique. He wielded the Yang Crown Sword, his body bathed in golden light, radiating like a divine son descended to the mortal realm. Xiao Chen unleashed the Ten Thousand Beasts Diagram, enhancing his power with the strength of fierce beasts. Hisbat prowess soared. As the crowd felt the aura from the two, they were shocked. One was at the peak of the Transcendent Realm, while the other bathed in sunlight, his aura climbing to nearly Celestial Realm! Both of them were monstrous geniuses, far surpassing the talents of all the other sect prodigies. This battle would be even more difficult than Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s previous fight against the Tai¡¯an princess. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an! Last time, you ambushed me and broke my arm, not to mention the hundredshes I received. Let¡¯s settle old and new grudges today!¡± Ye Yun roared as he soared into the sky, almost merging with the sun itself, dazzling and radiant. As he swung his sword, it brought with it an oppressive heat, seemingly thousands of degrees, distorting the air and causing the ins to catch fire. ¡°This sword could harm even someone in the Celestial Realm,¡± an elder murmured in appraisal. Even Zhao Yunji was surprised. Ye Yun had grown stronger yet again. Under the sun, his strength was probably equal to ny percent of her own! At that moment, an ancient and obscure chant erupted from Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s throat. In an instant, a terrifying dragon¡¯s might swept across thend! Everyone instinctively covered their ears. Even through the protective barrier, they could feel the overwhelming power, sending shivers down their spines. For the members of the Dragon Sect, it felt as though they werepelled to bow in worship, utterly subdued by the dragon¡¯s might! But this time, it was no ordinary dragon¡¯s aura. It carried an incredibly powerful chill! In the blink of an eye, the mes on the ground were extinguished, turning into a vast cier. Every particle in the air crystallized into ice. Ye Yun, who had been flying mid-air, was frozen solid, transformed into an ice sculpture. After extreme heat, came extreme cold. The spectators were left dumbfounded. Could this battle get any more intense? However, where did the prince¡¯s terrifying icy powere from? Su Xueni¡¯s beautiful eyes filled with delight as she realized the source. She had put in tireless effort, day and night, helping the heir cultivate this extreme cold power. She never expected its first use to be so overwhelmingly powerful. Zhao Yunji, on the other hand, finally understood. It seemed that Lin Qi¡¯an and Su Xueni had been working together, benefiting each other. He was truly impressive. Meanwhile, as Ye Yun¡¯s initial attack was thwarted, Xiao Chen immediately stepped up, his fists imbued with the power of the Mountain Shattering Ape, each punch stirring a gust of wind. A single punch from a Transcendent Realm cultivator like him could heavily injure most opponents. Yet, his confident strike was effortlessly blocked by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s casual palm, unable to advance even an inch. ¡°How is this possible¡­?¡± With a simple push from Lin Qi¡¯an, the force surged forward like a mountain copsing. Xiao Chen was sent flying back several hundred meters, leaving deep grooves in the ground where his shoes skidded. His chest churned as if a raging sea storm was about to make him vomit blood. ¡°Did I see that right? The prince¡¯s physical strength is just as terrifying!¡± ¡°I¡¯m stunned. I thought the prince was graceful and specialized in swordsmanship, not closebat.¡± ¡°With this kind of strength, he¡¯s on par with monsters of the same level!¡± Zhao Yunji was left murmuring in a daze. Could it be that Lin Qi¡¯an had been holding back during their battle yesterday? How strong was he really? The more she thought about it, the more frustrated she felt. To think such an extraordinary man had once been her fianc¨¦! ¡°Xueni knows the strength of the prince all too well¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s body was endowed with the Dragon Bone and Sword Bone, and he had consumed the Heavenly Spirit Physique Pills twice. His physical strength had long surpassed ordinary limits. Yet, he rarely used closebat because he found it inelegant. In the first round, neither Ye Yun nor Xiao Chen had gained the upper hand. This oue surprised everyone. *Crack!* Ye Yun broke free from the ice. Under the immense heat radiating from him, the frozen air turned into mist, filling the battlefield. ¡°Great Yang Overturning Mountain Palm!¡± Ye Yun unleashed another attack, his Yang Crown Sword shooting forward like a meteor chasing the moon. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s Nine Yang Divine Sword rose from its sheath, shing with the Sun Crown Sword head-on as Lin Qi¡¯an pointed out a finger. ¡°It¡¯s the Heavenly Sword Finger from our Tianjian City!¡± ¡°Go, prince!¡± As the two forces were locked in a stalemate, Xiao Chen attacked again. Lin Qi¡¯an split his attention, sending the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword to engage Xiao Chen. Despite being outnumbered, Lin Qi¡¯an showed no signs of being overwhelmed. ¡°Great Yang Overturning Sea Palm!¡± Ye Yun followed up with another strike, each palm stronger than thest. The sunlight grew more blinding, and the pressure mounted! The Nine Yang Divine Sword burned with divine mes, straining to block the onught. ¡°Great Sun Heaven and Earth Palm!¡± Ye Yun¡¯s third palm descended, capable of shattering even the clouds. The ice ins beneath them melted away into nothingness. This was the might of the sun, unstoppable! The Nine Yang Divine Sword was knocked aside, and Lin Qi¡¯an was forced to take a step back, retreating at high speed. ¡°The prince¡­ he retreated¡­¡± Seeing this, countless hearts filled with shock. Even when faced with the Purple Sky Divine Thunder, Lin Qi¡¯an hadn¡¯t taken a single step back. But now, with his retreat, it felt like the invincible legend had been shattered. Perhaps even the prince had techniques he couldn¡¯t withstand. Disappointment crept in. On the other side, the swordsmanship of a single sacred weapon could no longer suppress Xiao Chen. Especially as he unleashed various divine abilities of many beasts,bined with his high cultivation, he was now gaining the upper hand. *Buzz!* The Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword was struck away by Xiao Chen¡¯s punch, embedding itself into the ground. ¡°Could the prince lose?¡± ¡°Oh no, the heir is at a disadvantage¡­¡± The two adversaries exchanged smug nces, their eyes filled with disdain. Satisfaction bloomed in their hearts. Atst¡­ they were finally able to turn the tables and suppress the once-invincible Lin Qi¡¯an! Their intentions were clear. They aimed to deal a fatal blow. But just at that moment, a terrifying aura descended from above! Looking up, they saw a sh of purple light descending from the sky, its sharpness threatening to pierce the heavens and earth. A third sword¡ªThunder¡¯s Judgement. All along, Lin Qi¡¯an had been secretly controlling this third sword. Was he really fighting both of them while controlling three swords at once? By the time they realized what was happening, it was toote to escape. The sword technique unleashed was none other than Sword Bone Divine Art: Blue Sky Yellow Springs! The terrifying power exploded across the ins like a nuclear bomb. Dust and debris spread ten miles wide, only stopping when they hit the protective formation. The ground now had a crater over a kilometer wide, with cracks spreading for thousands of meters like a spider¡¯s web! As for Xiao Chen and Ye Yun? Whether they were dead or alive remained uncertain¡­ The might of that single strike left everyone in shock. No one had expected to have underestimated the heir¡¯s abilities so greatly. Chapter 99 Chapter 99 The sheer power of that strike tore the ground apart, leaving the audience horrified. The sound of people gasping in shock filled the air. ¡°His Highness, the prince, wasn¡¯t losing but was controlling a third sword in secret¡­¡± ¡°I remember, this was the technique that instantly killed that Celestial Realm monster before! Could that sword also be a sacred weapon?¡± ¡°To control three sacred weapons at once, the prince is truly terrifying¡­¡± Thest time people had witnessed this sword was on a recording stone. While they knew it was powerful, they hadn¡¯t experienced it firsthand and thus couldn¡¯t fully grasp its might. But today, many had the chance to watch it live, and they were left in awe. As they saw the cracks spreading across the ground and the swirling dust, they finally understood the scale of its destructive force. A strike of this magnitude would kill anyone below the Celestial Realm without question. The power of the prince could no longer be measured by ordinary standards. ¡°He didn¡¯t even use this move yesterday,¡± Zhao Yunji muttered in disbelief. ¡°Of course not! This technique is far too terrifying. Brother Lin wouldn¡¯t use it lightly, especially since he didn¡¯t actually want to kill you,¡± Zhao Qingmeng teased, revealing the true nature of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s restraint. It was clear now¡ªLin Qi¡¯an had been holding back during their battle. He had feared hurting her, so he refrained from using his most devastating abilities. Zhao Yunji¡¯s heart ached even more at this realization. ¡°Well struck¡­¡± Ran Yuwei muttered aloud. She wouldn¡¯t have felt the slightest remorse if Xiao Chen had died from that blow. In fact, it would have been a relief. In her eyes, Xiao Chen had already lost his mind. His aura earlier had even carried a chilling, sinister vibe, sending shivers down her spine. Seeing this strike, even the Sword Emperor stood up, ¡°What a fine sword!¡± Those standing behind him couldn¡¯t help but echo his praise. The Sword Emperor rarely spoke, so his praise for Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sword spoke volumes. However, they didn¡¯t realize that hispliment had a second meaning. Not only was Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s skillmendable, but the sword itself was exceptional. The Sword Emperor had seen the sword¡¯s true identity¡ªThunder¡¯s Judgement. It wasn¡¯t a mere sacred weapon; it was an Emperor Weapon, once wielded by the Thunder Emperor himself. Although it hadin dormant for many years, currently only able to disy the power of a sacred weapon, once fully awakened, it would shake the world. No wonder Lin Qi¡¯an had learned lightning-based techniques; he must have inherited the Thunder Emperor¡¯s legacy. Quite the fortuitous opportunity! ¡°Mother, did Brother win?¡± Lin Hongyu asked excitedly. ¡°It seems not yet,¡± she replied. Despite the terrifying power of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s strike, those two were no ordinary opponents. The lingering spiritual energy in the dissipating dust was clear evidence that they had survived. What is a protagonist of fate, after all? They always manage to emerge unscathed from disaster. Xiao Chen and Ye Yun were both alive, but only barely. They had poured every ounce of strength into surviving that sword strike and were now gravely injured, unable to continue fighting. Thebination of the sword bone¡¯s technique and a sacred weapon had created a force strong enough to y a Celestial Realm expert, something they simply couldn¡¯t withstand. Bothy on the ground, bloodied and battered. Xiao Chen spat out blood, a venomous glint in his eyes. ¡°We can¡¯t lose¡­ How can we lose?¡± He knew that if they lost now, everything would be over. He would spend the rest of his life under Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s heel, never able to rise again. His boastful words would be the subject of mockery. Worse still, he would forever be despised by Senior Sister Ran. A surge of dark thoughts flooded his mind. ¡°It¡¯s time for you toe out¡­¡± Xiao Chen activated the Ten Thousand Beasts Diagram, summoning the power of the monstrous creature he had captured. Lin Qi¡¯an, standingposed in his pristine white robes, was well aware that defeating a protagonist of fate wasn¡¯t easy. He had already prepared himself for a second round. ¡°Hiss!!¡± Suddenly, a hoarse, guttural roar emanated from the center of the swirling dust, like a sound from the deepest depths of the abyss, sending chills through everyone. Even Lin Qi¡¯an felt a sense of foreboding¡­ *Boom!* The smoke and dust exploded outward, vanishing entirely. The scene within was finally revealed, and the spectators erupted in screams of terror. ¡°What¡­ what is that thing?¡± ¡°It¡¯s horrifying! Just looking at it makes me feel uneasy!¡± ¡°Is this some kind of normal cultivation technique¡­ No, it can¡¯t be.¡± In the center of the battlefield, Ye Yuny unconscious on the ground, while Xiao Chen slowly emerged from the crater, but his appearance had changed drastically. His limbs and body were now entwined with countless dry, withered roots, and his entire form was covered in writhing red eyes. There were even eyes on his back, legs, and chest! Each of these bloodshot eyes squirmed and scanned their surroundings, causing those who looked upon them to feel an instinctive chill down their spines. ¡°This aura¡­ it¡¯s utterly evil!¡± ¡°I feel sick, I¡¯m going to vomit¡­¡± Even Lin Qi¡¯an frowned deeply. From the very beginning, he had controlled the flow of the battle, but now, something unexpected had urred. When had Xiao Chen gained this malevolent power? Wait¡­ could it be that during my time in the Thunder Emperor¡¯s trial realm, Xiao Chen obtained this? A bad suspicion crept into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind. Could this be the extremely evil beast that the Thunder Emperor had sealed away? Had Xiao Chen used the Ten Thousand Beasts Diagram to im it? The thought had barely formed when Xiao Chen sprang into action. The ground shattered beneath his feet, leaving behind only a blur of afterimages as he shot forward like a cannonball, moving at a speed too fast to follow! Xiao Chen¡¯s speed was unbelievable, even surpassing sword techniques. In an instant, he had closed the distance between him and Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Retreat, Your Highness!¡± The Saint overseeing the Grand Hunt rushed forward, pulling Lin Qi¡¯an back, but it was still a moment toote. A shallow wound appeared on Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s arm. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you¡¯re dead!¡± Xiao Chenughed maniacally. ¡°You¡¯ve been poisoned by demonic venom. Even the gods can¡¯t save you, hahaha!¡± Demonic Poison. That one word sent shockwaves through the crowd, their pupils shrinking in horror. Only now did everyone realize the unsettling aura surrounding Xiao Chen¡ªit was the aura of a demon! ¡°Demon¡­ he¡¯s be a demon!¡± ¡°This is terrifying. How could a normal person turn into a demon?¡± ¡°Kill him! Kill him now! Demons cannot be allowed to live!¡± ¡¾Ding! Xiao Chen has been possessed by a demon. Luck value -300.¡¿ Destiny¡¯s Child: Xiao Chen ¡¾Tip: The Luck Core can be seized.¡¿ Lin Qi¡¯an saw the system prompt, but despite the warning of demonic venom, he didn¡¯t feel any difort. It was likely due to the protective effects of the Myriad Poison Pill he had previously consumed, which provided immunity from one poison. While Lin Qi¡¯an remained unaffected, the crowd, unaware of this, was filled with dread. Many believed that Lin Qi¡¯an had been poisoned, and their hearts raced in fear. Xiao Chen had be a demon, and merely being near him was enough to make people feel ufortable. Ran Yuwei¡¯s heart trembled. What concerned her most was that Lin Qi¡¯an had been poisoned. His safety was the priority. Without hesitation, she ran toward him. Zhao Qingmeng, Su Xue Ni, and several others followed suit, rushing toward Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Hurry and take the prince to detoxify him!¡± the Saint overseeing the hunt shouted. Then, with a single palm strike, he attacked Xiao Chen, his aura towering like a mountain. Xiao Chen¡¯s body shattered under the force, his flesh scattering across the ground, leaving behind only twisted, withered roots. The power of a Saint¡¯s palm strike was overwhelming! On the other side, Lin Qi¡¯an was quickly surrounded¡ªnot just by his maids, but also by many physicians from Tianjian City. Zhao Qingmeng, being small, couldn¡¯t push her way through and was left anxiously standing outside the crowd. ¡°Make way for me!¡± The Pill Emperor strode through the crowd, his brows furrowed with worry. He quickly took Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s pulse. ¡°Strange¡­ His pulse is stable? Could it be that the poison hasn¡¯t activated yet?¡± Without hesitation, the Pill Emperor pulled out several porcin bottles from his storage ring. ¡°Here, take these¡ªNine-Turn Golden Pill, Disaster-Averting Immortal Pill, Clear Heart Spirit Pill¡ªtake them all to preemptively prevent the demonic poison from acting up!¡± ¡°When we return, I¡¯ll personally craft the highest-grade detoxification pill for you. Don¡¯t worry.¡± The crowd around them was stunned. The pills the Pill Emperor had taken out were the kind of life-saving elixirs that most people could only dream of obtaining. Yet, here he was, handing them out like candy! ¡°There¡¯s no need to be so dramatic¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mouth twitched as he looked at the collection of pills. ¡°It¡¯s absolutely necessary! Demonic poison is not to be underestimated. If it res up, not even a deity can save you. Take them now! I¡¯ll be off to prepare more.¡± The Pill Emperor turned and flew off immediately. Lin Qi¡¯an quietly stored the divine pills in his ring. It wasn¡¯t that he needed them, but they were too valuable to pass up. At that moment, his maids finally reached him. ¡°Your Highness, are you alright?¡± ¡°Do you feel any difort?¡± ¡°Let me help you back¡­¡± Su Xueni, Zi Lianyou, and Ran Yuwei looked pale with worry, and there were even tears welling up in their eyes. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s nothing serious.¡± Their conversation didn¡¯t escape the Sword Emperor, Lin Weixuan, who reassured his wife and daughter, ¡°Qi¡¯an is fine. With that old Pill Emperor around, even if he lost half his life, he¡¯d be saved.¡± Suddenly, a voice broke through themotion, sending shockwaves through the crowd. ¡°The demon¡­ he¡¯s resurrecting!¡± Chapter 100 Chapter 100: The Demon That Even the Sword Emperor Can¡¯t Kill ¨C Can the Prince? Has the demon resurrected again?! Upon hearing this, everyone¡¯s hearts trembled. The demon that had just been shattered by the Saint¡¯s palm slowly began to reform its body and limbs. Xiao Chen¡¯s body was covered in withered branches, red pupils sprouted all over him, creating an utterly terrifying appearance. At this moment, Xiao Chen hadpletely fused with the demon. Boom! The old Saint struck with his palm once more. Under the immense power of the Saint, even the heavens and the earth seemed to change color! Yet, the result was the same as before. Although its body was shattered again, it quickly reformed, almost as if it possessed immortality! Seeing the demon resurrect time and again, the crowd could no longer remain calm. A chilling sensation crept up their spines. ¡°What kind of demon is this? It¡¯s terrifying¡­¡± ¡°I-I don¡¯t know. Is it really impossible to kill?!¡± ¡°It¡¯s been a long time since I¡¯ve heard anything about demons. Where did this thinge from?¡± ¡°If it truly can¡¯t be killed, how should we handle it?¡± Just one demon was enough to terrify millions of cultivators. Such a creature was beyondprehension,cking human reasoning and wisdom, and the unknown was something people feared deeply. Zhao Yunji was extremely worried about Lin Qian, yet she knew she couldn¡¯t get close and had no ce there. She shifted her focus back to the demon instead. ¡°Ye Yun, what on earth happened?¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s voice was cold as she questioned the injured Ye Yun, who had barely escaped. ¡°Your Highness¡­ I don¡¯t know either,¡± Ye Yun replied. ¡°Fool!¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s spiritual energy shot out, leaving a red mark on Ye Yun¡¯s face. Her Autumn Pupil Eyes gleamed with a golden pressure that seemed to see through everything. ¡°We¡­ identally entered a Yin Cave and found a sealed beast. Brother Xiao wanted to subdue it¡­¡± Ye Yun hesitated, his face pale. ¡°And you didn¡¯t stop him?¡± ¡°We didn¡¯t know it was a demon¡­ and Brother Xiao was eager to grow stronger,¡± Ye Yun stammered. ¡°Ye Yun, from this day forward, you are relieved of your duty as Commander of the Guards!¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s voice was firm and absolute. ¡¾Ding! Zhao Yunji is disappointed in Ye Yun, Ye Yun¡¯s Luck Value -100, Host¡¯s Viin Points +1000¡¿ ¡°Your Highness! Your Highness!¡± Ye Yun tried to protest, but Zhao Yunji no longer paid him any attention. All eyes turned to the demon, which Xiao Chen had now be. At that moment, Sword Emperor Lin Weixuan took a step forward. He raised his hand, and his sword energy pierced through the air, shattering Xiao Chen¡¯s body into near dust. The attack was so precise that the ground beneath remained untouched. This was the power of the Sword Emperor, whose control over his strength was absolute. If he wanted to destroy something, it would be annihted without causing coteral damage. ¡°Even the Sword Emperor has made a move!¡± ¡°That strike could fell a Saint!¡± ¡°Finally, it¡¯s over. This thing is dead for sure now.¡± ¡°It¡¯s turned to dust. There¡¯s no way it can revive!¡± The crowd sighed in collective relief. If this demon could stille back from that, it would be far too horrifying. If even the Sword Emperor couldn¡¯t kill the demon, who in the entire Cann Dao Domain could? The old Saint let out a breath of relief, thankful for the presence of the Sword Emperor. Without him, he wouldn¡¯t have known how to handle the situation. Suddenly, an eerie scene unfolded. The countless dust particles scattered in the air began to slowly gather, forming a body once more. Seeing this, everyone stood frozen, their mouths agape and their eyes wide in horror. Momentster, Xiao Chen waspletely restored. ¡°The demon¡­ it¡¯s back again¡­¡± ¡°Impossible! Even the Sword Emperor couldn¡¯t kill it. Impossible!¡± ¡°It¡¯s over¡­ we¡¯re doomed¡­¡± Panic finally overtook the crowd. A demon that even the Sword Emperor couldn¡¯t defeat, seemingly immortal¡­ What kind of monster was this? No wonder the very mention of demons sent shivers down people¡¯s spines; their terror was beyondpare. Compared to demons, even the fiercest beasts seemed tame. Lin Weixuan narrowed his eyes, hands sped behind his back as he hovered in the air, deep in thought. His eyes flickered with star-like brilliance. ¡°An ancient demon?¡± His voice was calm, but the situation had be troublesome. ¡°Does anyone know how to destroy this demon?¡± The Sword Emperor¡¯s voice boomed, echoing in the ears of everyone present. His words even reached the ears of the reclusive Great Emperors of Tianjian City. But if even the Sword Emperor had no solution, what could they possibly do? One by one, the Saints and quasi-Saints shook their heads in defeat. ¡°Sword Emperor, forgive me. I truly have no idea¡­¡± ¡°I will search the ancient records immediately. There must be a solution!¡± ¡°Reporting to the Sword Emperor, while this demon¡¯s strength is not overwhelming, if it can¡¯t be killed, perhaps it can be sealed to prevent further harm to the world.¡± Lin Weixuan nodded slightly. If nothing else worked, sealing the demon was the only option left. Meanwhile, the frenzied Xiao Chen shouted madly. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an! Kill me! If you have the ability, kill me!¡± His voice was filled with manicughter. ¡°If you don¡¯t kill me, I¡¯lle to kill you! Hahaha¡­ You will die by my hands, you will!¡± ¡°No matter where you run, I will find you¡­¡± The Sword Emperor frowned. ¡°Take this demon and seal it in the deepestyer of the Heavenly Prison, where it will never see the light of day.¡± ¡°Understood.¡± Suddenly, a figure in white flew forward. ¡°Father, let me try!¡± ¡°What do you think you¡¯re doing? Get back and heal from the poison!¡± Mu Qingzhu¡¯s voice rang out,manding with authority. Lin Weixuan pondered for a moment before nodding. ¡°Go ahead,¡± he said. He could tell that his son was not seriously injured and was curious to see if this demon could truly be eliminated. Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Lin Qi¡¯an flew forward once more. ¡°What is the Prince trying to do?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know. Wasn¡¯t he just injured by that demon?¡± Many people were concerned about Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s condition. If he had indeed been poisoned by the demon and fell, it would be a huge loss for Beiyang. However, hisplexion now seemed rtively normal, which brought some relief. Zhao Yunji, upon seeing this, let out a quiet breath of relief. Then she paused. Wait, he¡¯s no longer my fianc¨¦¡ªwhy am I still so worried about him? Shaking her head, she turned her attention back to see what Lin Qi¡¯an was nning. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you are on the brink of death, yet you still dare to show off before me?¡± Xiao Chen roared, his voice crazed. ¡°You will die! Hahaha!¡± Pinned to the ground by the pressure of the Saint¡¯s might, Xiao Chen screamed and writhed,pletely consumed by madness. Lin Qi¡¯an raised both of his swords. The Thunder Cmity Sword was in his left hand, and the Nine Yang Divine Sword was in his right. He first activated the Heavenly Sword Thunder Technique. With a deafening roar, dark clouds gathered in the clear sky, and a bolt of violet lightning suddenly struck down. ¡°Violet Heaven Divine Thunder!¡± Zhao Yunji¡¯s pupils constricted in shock. She hadn¡¯t expected Lin Qi¡¯an to be able to summon the Violet Heaven Divine Thunder, even though it was of a lower level. Though not the most powerful, Zhao Yunji herself had spent seven years mastering the art of summoning it through lightning techniques, and Lin Qi¡¯an, who was on the path of sword cultivation, had somehow achieved it. A mix of confusion andplex emotions welled up within her. Lin Qi¡¯an caught the Violet Heaven Divine Thunder with the Thunder Cmity Sword. Instantly, the sword was engulfed in crackling lightning, radiating an aura of utter destruction. At the same time, the other sword¡ªthe Nine Yang Divine Sword¡ªsuddenly ignited with golden mes! One thunder, one fire. The two forces illuminated Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s handsome face, their lights blending together. ¡°What is the Prince nning to do?¡± The next scene defied everyone¡¯s understanding. Lin Qi¡¯an brought the two swords together! The divine thunder and divine fire began to merge. The terrifying aura of destruction spread wildly through the air, as if it would explode at any moment. ¡°Has the Prince gone mad?! Doesn¡¯t he know that merging thunder and fire could cause a massive explosion?¡± ¡°Retreat! Retreat immediately!¡± Countless people were already breaking into a cold sweat, their breaths held in fear of what mighte next. If the fusion went out of control, it wouldn¡¯t be surprising if Lin Qi¡¯an was blown to pieces! Even the Saint elder standing nearby instinctively took two steps back, deeply anxious. He knew he would have to save the Young Lord at the moment of detonation or risk being held ountable by the Sword Emperor. He steeled himself for the worst. Zhao Yunji muttered to herself, ¡°Is he a madman¡­ or a genius?¡± Violet Heaven Divine Thunder was a force of the heavenly dao. Even at its weakest, it was still a supreme existence. Forcing it to fuse with another element would cause a violent bacsh, one not easily controlled. At least, she didn¡¯t believe she could do it. Yet, Lin Qi¡¯an did it! Though sweat poured down his face and hisplexion turned pale, the fire and thunder, these two terrifying forces, were truly merging, no longer as chaotic as before. Was he going to seed? ¡°Has anyone ever tried something like this before?¡± ¡°Absolutely not. We¡¯re witnessing a miracle¡­¡± Under the gaze of millions, the Violet Heaven Divine Thunder and Nine Yang Divine Fire fused into one. The result was a purple-golden orb, as clear and radiant as zed ss. What kind of power it contained, no one dared to imagine. Lin Qi¡¯an then directed this power into the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword. ¡°Go!¡± hemanded. With a single point of his finger, the sacred sword, now imbued with divine thunder and otherworldly fire, shot forward and pierced Xiao Chen¡¯s chest! Chapter 101 Chapter 101: The Great Hunt Concludes ¨C Lin Qi¡¯an Takes the Crown! The Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword pierced through Xiao Chen¡¯s chest, and the divine thunder and fire spread across his body with terrifying speed. ¡°Argh¡­ No! My body, no!!¡± Xiao Chen¡¯s agonizing screams were like nails scraping against ss, unbearably sharp and piercing. Gradually, the screams subsided until they disappearedpletely. His body disintegrated, and the withered branches within him slowly turned to ash. Finally, there was silence. ¡°Is he dead?¡± ¡°Wait¡­ he might still resurrect.¡± ¡°Let¡¯s wait and see.¡± No one dared to speak loudly, all holding their breath as they watched the pile of ash. At any moment, these ashes coulde back to life! After all, this was a being even the Sword Emperor couldn¡¯t kill, so how could the Prince? A moment passed. Then another. Half an hour went by. The pile of ash remained still, and when the wind blew, it scattered into the air, disappearingpletely. ¡°He¡¯s dead! The demon is truly dead!¡± ¡°My heavens, the Prince killed the demon! The Prince did it!¡± ¡°All hail the Prince! Hahaha!¡± Like a stone dropping into a pond, waves of excitement surged through the crowd. Everyone erupted in celebration! The Prince had seeded where even Saints and the Sword Emperor had failed¡ªhe had in the demon. Could there be anything more exhrating than this? Cheering waves echoed across the ins, and countless passionate, admiring gazes fell upon the white-d figure. At that moment, the Prince was nothing less than a god in the eyes of Beiyang¡¯s people. ¡°This boy¡­¡± Lin Weixuan couldn¡¯t help but chuckle. It seemed his son had inherited the method of defeating the demon from the Thunder Emperor¡¯s legacy¡ªwhat fortunate timing. Even Mu Qingzhu smiled and shook her head. She had never expected her son to shine so brightly. Like all mothers, she simply hoped for his safety, but seeing him stand in such glory now brought an undeniable warmth to her heart. ¡°Wow! Someday, I¡¯ll be just like Brother, even more impressive than him!¡± Lin Hongyu clenched her little fists in determination. ¡°Hongyu, didn¡¯t you say you wanted to be like your father before?¡± Mu Qingzhu asked with a smile. ¡°At Father¡¯s age, was he as powerful as Brother?¡± Lin Weixuan: ¡­ As the crowd continued their cheers, one person remained silent¡ªYe Yun. He stared into the sky, his fingernails digging deeply into his palms. The n to kill Lin Qi¡¯an had failed, Xiao Chen was dead, and he had lost the trust of the princess. He had never faced such a devastating setback. ¡°Brother Xiao, I swear on my life, I will avenge you!¡± Ye Yun vowed silently, his heart seething with anger. ¡°And as for you, Princess, one day you¡¯ll willingly be mine!¡± Meanwhile, Zhao Yunji, dressed in a golden gown, stood still, her eyes flickering with a mixture of emotions. If Lin Qi¡¯an were still her fianc¨¦, she would probably be happy to witness this scene. Yet now, her feelings were much moreplicated, even tinged with a faint pain. Regret began to creep into her heart. If I had stopped him when he wanted to annul the engagement, would he have softened? Shaking her head quickly, Zhao Yunji smiled bitterly. No, she thought. How could I, Zhao Yunji, lower myself like a young girl for another man? ¡°Brother Lin is truly incredible!¡± Zhao Qingmeng praised, her words overflowing with admiration and clearly indicating their closeness. Hearing this, Zhao Yunji felt her chest tighten, nearly to the point of spitting blood in frustration. ¡°The Prince is so handsome¡­¡± ¡°Finally, Xiao Chen has been brought to justice!¡± Purple Lianyou and Ran Yuwei both sighed in relief, sincerely happy for Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Such a remarkable young talent¡­¡± ¡°Is this what they mean by ¡®the student surpasses the master¡¯? Haha!¡± ¡°Good thing he¡¯s from Tianjian City. The future Prince may not be any weaker than the Sword Emperor!¡± At that moment, the Pill Emperor arrived in a flurry, carrying an armful of rare medicinal pills and herbs. ¡°Where is the Prince?¡± ¡°Dan Lao, you¡¯rete! You missed quite the show!¡± ¡°What show?¡± ¡°Just now, the Prince killed the demon that even the Sword Emperor couldn¡¯t deal with!¡± ¡°What?!¡± The Pill Emperor was so excited that he almost spit. ¡°Quick, tell me how he did it!¡± As the crowd chattered excitedly, the Saint elder finally remembered his duty and stepped forward to make an official announcement. ¡°I dere! The champion of this Great Hunt is none other than the Prince of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an!¡± ¡°Woahhh!!¡± Another wave of cheers erupted. ¡°You maye to im your prize shortly, Prince.¡± ¡°Very well,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded calmly. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind was filled with notifications after sessfully killing Xiao Chen. ¡¾Ding! Sessfully killed the Destined Child ¡°Xiao Chen.¡±¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! You have obtained the Fate Core ¡°Ten Thousand Beast Scripture.¡± Luck Value +50.¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Sessfully killed the Fate Protagonist. Viin Points +50,000.¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Obtained the secret treasure ¡°Ancient Beast-Control Flute.¡±¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! Acquired Ghost Eye Evil Wood Root, Gu Eagle Iron w, Immortal Ape Heart Blood, and Ancient Goblin Eyes.¡¿ A rapid series of reward notifications rang out like firecrackers. Among them, the most significant was undoubtedly the Fate Core, ¡°Ten Thousand Beast Scripture.¡± With this, Lin Qi¡¯an would be able to subdue all sorts of fierce beasts and enhance his power! However, the beasts Lin Qi¡¯an nned to tame would surely be those of great ferocity and evil, ensuring that Ran Yuwei wouldn¡¯t find it distasteful. Unlike Xiao Chen, who wanted to absorb every beast he encountered. ¡¾Ding! You have received a Luck Treasure Chest. Would you like to open it now?¡¿ The most important treasure chest had finally appeared! Lin Qi¡¯an had painstakingly reduced the Luck Values of these protagonists precisely for the rich rewards hidden within the Luck Treasure Chest. ¡°Open it!¡± ¡¾Viin Points +150,000¡¿ One hundred and fifty thousand Viin Points! Equivalent to the reward for killing three protagonists. Perfect! He had so many cultivation techniques and divine abilities to refine, and what he needed most were Viin Points. This wave directly brought his total Viin Points to two hundred thousand. He could make significant improvements upon returning! ¡°Ry this Emperor¡¯s decree! In celebration of my son¡¯s victory in the Great Hunt, Tianjian City will celebrate for three days. Everyone may indulge in the festivities!¡± The Sword Emperor¡¯s high-profile celebration signaled the official end of the Great Hunt. Various sects and factions came forward to offer their congrattions to Lin Qi¡¯an and to bid farewell. ¡°Congrattions to the Crown Prince on iming victory! Your radiance truly makes you the number one in all of Cann Dao Domain!¡± At this moment, the people from Yunmo Dao Pce also arrived. Saintess Mo Shuiqiu of Yunmo Dao Pce gave a slight bow and softly said, ¡°Congrattions, Your Highness, on your victory. The cultural gathering will be held in half a month. You are always wee to visit Yunmo Dao Pce as an honored guest.¡± Her cheeks flushed slightly¡ªthis was the first time she had ever personally invited a man. ¡°Very well. I¡¯lle to enjoy the event,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied. Hearing his positive response, the people of Yunmo Dao Pce were overjoyed, and many envious gazes were cast their way. ¡°The Crown Prince is attending Yunmo Dao Pce¡¯s cultural gathering?¡± ¡°Oh? That¡¯s interesting! I hear many refined and elegant fairies who love poetry, chess, and painting will be attending.¡± ¡°Indeed. Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce has had a love for books and painting since childhood. She exudes a schrly aura.¡± ¡°Not to mention the peerless beauty Qinglian Fairy, ranked third on the list of celestial beauties, a disciple of the Sage of Calligraphy, as graceful as a lotus.¡± ¡°Hah, I want to see the excitement too!¡± ¡°You lowlymoners think you¡¯re worthy of attending the gathering? Wake up! Invitations are limited, and the Crown Prince is a special guest. Do you have keys to the event?¡± The topic sparked a lively discussion among the crowd. Gradually, the various sects and factions began to disperse, each returning to their own homes andnds. ¡°Sister, now that the Great Hunt is over, are you heading back to Tai¡¯an City?¡± ¡°Yes, aren¡¯t you returning?¡± Zhao Yunji frowned. ¡°Oh, when you return, make sure to inform Father that I¡¯m very happy here in Tianjian City and n to stay a little longer. I won¡¯t be going back for now.¡± ¡°You¡­¡± Seeing her younger sister¡¯s delighted expression, Zhao Yunji grew even more frustrated. ¡°Tianjian City is having a grand celebration. I suppose I¡¯ll stay a few more days as well.¡± ¡°Tsk, Sister, your skin is thick!¡± That night, the entire city of Tianjian was alight with celebration,nterns illuminating the streets. Lin Qi¡¯an drank deep into the night, his body reeking of alcohol as he was helped back to his chambers by several maids. ¡°You may all leave. I¡¯m fine.¡± ¡°Yes, Your Highness.¡± ¡°Ran Yuwei, stay.¡± ¡°Huh? Me?¡± Ran Yuwei blinked in confusion, unsure of what to do. Su Xueni whispered in her ear, ¡°Congrattions, Sister. Be sure to serve His Highness well.¡± Outside, Zi Lianyou mumbled, ¡°I was clearly here first¡­ wuwuwu¡­¡± He killed the Fated Protagonist, then bedded the Protagonist¡¯s destined woman. Was there anything more satisfying than this? Chapter 102 Chapter 102: The Former Fianc¨¦e Arrives and Witnesses¡­ In the chamber, candlelight flickered softly. Ran Yuwei, with her exotic Western charm, wore little fabric, adorned with gold jewelry. Her slender waist, which could barely be held in a single hand, was truly a sight to behold. ¡°Y-Your Highness?¡± ¡°I killed Xiao Chen this time. How do you feel about that? After all, he was once your junior brother,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°He deserved to die. His death is of no regret!¡± Ran Yuwei responded straightforwardly and emphasized, ¡°I¡¯m now the Crown Prince¡¯s maid, and anyone who opposes Your Highness is my enemy!¡± ¡°Very good. Come here, I have something for you.¡± Ran Yuwei hesitated for a moment, her face blushing as she lowered her head and sat beside Lin Qi¡¯an, gently leaning against him. ¡°It¡¯s a prize from the Great Hunt, the Heaven-tier cultivation technique, *Beast King True Record*. It¡¯s said to havee from an ancient beast-taming sect.¡± To Lin Qi¡¯an, such ordinary techniques were useless, so he casually gave it away. ¡°Ah?!¡± Ran Yuwei quickly waved her hands. ¡°This is such a valuable gift! Your Highness, I¡­ I truly think Xiao Chen deserved to die. There¡¯s no need tofort me!¡± ¡°I wasn¡¯t trying tofort you. His death has nothing to do with treating my maid well, does it?¡± Ran Yuwei looked at Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s handsome face and found herself in a daze. So, he specifically chose this technique to give to me¡­ ¡°Thank you, Your Highness! I¡¯ll work hard in the future to repay Your Highness!¡± Ran Yuwei epted the technique, her heart racing. ¡°No need to wait for the future. You can repay me now.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an pulled her slender waist closer. ¡°Mm¡­¡± ¡­¡­ The next morning, despite her body being sore, Ran Yuwei got up early to serve the Crown Prince, diligently helping him dress and wash. As she worked, her heart was filled with sweetness. From now on, she would be the Crown Prince¡¯s woman, just like Sister Xueni. If she could bear a cute daughter for His Highness, that would be wonderful! After raising spirit beasts for so long, she wanted to raise a human child! ¡­¡­ Outside, Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou were waiting, chatting casually. The more Zi Lianyou listened, the more her face blushed. In her heart, she thought, *I must work harder in the future. There¡¯s still so much to learn.* Su Xueni, on the other hand, was calm andposed, having been the first to enjoy the ¡°feast.¡± She felt a sense of confidence. No matter how many women the Crown Prince takes in the future, they would still have to show her respect! But someone else had already ckened with rage. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you heartless¡­¡± Upon learning that Lin Qi¡¯an had spent the night with a maid, Zhao Qingmeng was immediately filled with jealousy. How could she let others get ahead of her again? Why? Just because that girl¡¯s waist was slim and soft? Zhao Qingmeng was furious and couldn¡¯t bear the anger alone. Her royal sister hadn¡¯t left yet, so she hurried over to deliver some news. ¡°Sister, something terrible has happened! They say Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s demon poison has red up, and it¡¯s already deep in his bones! You should go check on him quickly¡­¡± ¡®Demon poison re-up?!¡¯ Hearing this, Zhao Yunji was confused at first. Didn¡¯t he seem perfectly fine yesterday? Wait, could it be a dyed effect? She didn¡¯t have time to think it through and quickly grabbed Zhao Qingmeng, flying off with her. At the same time, she pulled out her most precious pill: the ¡®Supreme Life-Sustaining Pill¡¯! It was the only life-saving pill she had brought on this trip. As long as there was a single breath left, this pill could save a life! After all, Lin Qi¡¯an had saved her life from the Violet Heaven Divine Thunder, and with her pride, she always repaid her debts. ¡°Let¡¯s go, quickly!¡± At full speed, they arrived outside Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chamber. ¡°Why has Princess Yunjie?¡± Su Xueni and Zi Lianyou, seeing the urgency in her approach, quickly fell silent, not daring to say a word. Zhao Yunji¡¯s heart raced as she saw the maids lowering their heads. She asked anxiously, ¡°Where is Lin Qi¡¯an?¡± ¡°His Highness is¡­ inside,¡± Su Xueni replied softly. Zhao Yunji, holding the Supreme Life-Sustaining Pill, rushed up the steps and knocked on the door. *Knock, knock, knock!* ¡°Who is it, so early in the morning?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was about to savor the moment a bit longer, but the interruption soured his mood. Annoyed, he opened the door, only to freeze in ce. ¡°Zhao Yunji? What are you doing here?¡± Zhao Yunji was equally stunned. She had expected Lin Qi¡¯an to be on the verge of death, poisoned. But now, seeing him full of energy with not a trace of illness, and noticing the blushing maid behind him, she immediately understood what had happened. Taking a deep breath, she quietly put the pill away. ¡°I came to say goodbye,¡± Zhao Yunji muttered through gritted teeth, hiding her frustration. ¡°Pfft!¡± Zhao Qingmeng, standing behind, couldn¡¯t hold back any longer. Laughter leaked through her teeth. Seeing her sister make a fool of herself, her mood instantly brightened. ¡°You¡¯re leaving? Alright then, take care on your way.¡± ¡°Goodbye.¡± Zhao Yunji didn¡¯t want to stay a second longer. Zhao Yunji felt an overwhelming sense of shame, wishing she could find a hole to crawl into! Reflecting on the situation, she realized just how humiliating it was. She, as the former fianc¨¦e who had been cast aside, had rushed over with a life-saving pill, only to find him having just spent the night with another woman. Could there be anything more embarrassing? That vile Zhao Qingmeng had deceived her¡­ However, Zhao Yunji quickly noticed that the maid¡¯s aura had undergone a tremendous change. Just yesterday, she was only at theter stage of the Heaven Dominion Realm, but today, she had already advanced to the early stage of the Transcendent Realm, a full breakthrough to a higher realm! She couldn¡¯t help but sigh in admiration¡ªsuch is the power of a Dao Physique. Even if one¡¯s innate talent isn¡¯t extraordinary, being nurtured by a Dao Physique offers the chance to rise above the rest and be a peerless figure! ¡®Sigh.¡¯ A soft sigh escaped her lips, filled with regret. From a distance, Ye Yun witnessed this scene unfold. His beloved Princess had gone to deliver medicine to that damned Crown Prince¡­ How could this be?! Wasn¡¯t the Princess entirely devoted to the Dao, free from any distractions? His mind was beginning to twist ever so slightly. ¡°Your Highness, we¡­¡± ¡°Shut up! We¡¯re returning to Tai¡¯an City.¡± ¡°Yes, Your Highness.¡± ¡­¡­ After that night, Ran Yuwei experienced a significant breakthrough! For the first time, she personally understood the power of the Dao Physique¡­ The number of spiritual apertures determines one¡¯s cultivation talent. In just one night, she had opened eight additional spiritual apertures! If word of this spread, every woman in the Dao Domain would go mad. It was simply amazing! From now on, she would definitely look for more opportunities to serve His Highness, heh. As for Lin Qi¡¯an, he too made significant progress, jumping from the fifthyer of the Transcendent Realm to the seventhyer! A single night¡¯s indulgence was equivalent to decades of hard cultivation for others. This was a huge gain! Moreover, killing the destined child and then iming the destined child¡¯s destined woman brought a unique satisfaction that could not be described. Meanwhile, Zhao Qingmeng was frantic, to the point of fabricating an urgent message. There would be plenty of opportunities during the uing cultural gathering. As for Zi Lianyou, she clearly harbored some resentment. It would be wise to pick a suitable day to resolve that¡­ ¡°Your Highness, what are your ns next?¡± ¡°I¡¯ll stay in Tianjian City for a while longer, then attend the cultural gathering at Yunmo Dao Pce.¡± ¡­¡­ A few dayster, Zhao Yunji returned to the capital of Tai¡¯an. Her brother, Zhao Ziyu, eagerly came to greet her. ¡°Sister, how was your trip to Beiyang?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t ask me!¡± ¡°What¡¯s wrong? You seem upset?¡± Zhao Ziyu was puzzled. His mood hadn¡¯t been great either, since he hadn¡¯t seen Su Xueni, but it seemed his sister was even more frustrated, likely due to her failure to suppress Lin Qi¡¯an. He quickly found a servant and ordered, ¡°Tell me exactly what happened in Beiyang, word for word!¡± ¡°Yes, Your Highness¡­¡± The servant began recounting everything in detail: the Princess¡¯s initial arrival in Tianjian City, where she had attempted to exert pressure, only to be countered by Lin Qi¡¯an. He had even punished the captain of the guard with one hundred strikes. Then, the captain challenged Lin Qi¡¯an, only to have his arm severed by a single sword strike. Next came the Great Hunt, where Lin Qi¡¯an apanied the young royal princess and passed every challenge, eventually defeating the Princess and earning widespread fame. Lastly, he killed the demon-possessed individual and imed the championship of the Great Hunt. ¡°You¡¯ve got to be kidding me!¡± Zhao Ziyu roared. ¡°Why is it all about that Crown Prince of Beiyang¡¯s glory?!¡± ¡°Your Highness, please calm down. Everything I¡¯ve said is the truth, not a single false word!¡± ¡°Outrageous¡­ utterly outrageous!¡± Hearing about Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s continued sess was like swallowing a bitter pill. ¡°Fine, he¡¯s impressive! Great Hunt Champion, demon-ying, how majestic. Whatever. I don¡¯t need Su Xueni anymore!¡± Zhao Ziyu pondered for a moment, then turned to his subordinate and said, ¡°If I¡¯m not mistaken, the famous cultural gathering ising up soon, and Qinglian Fairy will also attend, correct?¡± On the list of Saintess Beauties, Su Xueni was ranked second, and Lu Miaoyin, the Qinglian Fairy, was ranked third¡ªboth were peerless beauties! ¡°Fine, I¡¯ll give Beiyang face and leave Su Xueni for them. I¡¯ll go after Lu Miaoyin instead.¡± ¡°Make arrangements. I will personally attend the cultural gathering!¡± ¡°Your Highness¡­ it¡¯s said that the Crown Prince of Beiyang is also nning to attend the gathering¡­¡± ¡°What?!¡± Zhao Ziyu¡¯s eyes widened in shock. Was that Lin Qi¡¯an really intent onpeting with him for women? *Hmph! Fine, you may have unrivaled talent, and even my sister couldn¡¯t beat you inbat. You might be the strongest of your generation, but the cultural gathering isn¡¯t about brute strength.* Qinglian Fairy didn¡¯t favor uncultured warriors! ¡°I¡¯ll bring the old Grandmaster with me. With him assisting me in secret, how could I not steal the spotlight?¡± Chapter 103 Chapter 103: The Literary Meet Approaches, and the Emperor of Wenchu Turns Out to Be a Transmigrator! Lin Qi¡¯an obtained a Sacred Weapon. As part of the rewards from the Great Hunt, he was allowed to freely select from the Seven Treasures Pavilion in Tianjian City. Sacred Weapons, though Lin Qi¡¯an owned three already, were exceedingly rare in Tianjian City. As the name implies, they were weapons used by Saints! Even within Tianjian City, the number of Saints could barely fill a game of Werewolf, meaning there weren¡¯t many. For people Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s age, it would be a miracle just to touch a Divine Weapon. Only heavenly prodigies like him and Zhao Yunji, with their powerful backgrounds, had the privilege of obtaining a Sacred Weapon as their own. He had been pondering which Sacred Weapon to choose. After careful thought, it had to be a sword! With his mastery of the sword technique Heavenly Flying Immortal and possessing the Flying Immortal Sword Spirit Box, one could never have too many swords, as they greatly enhanced hisbat prowess. Lin Qi¡¯an selected an ice-attribute sword, perfect for defense. Since he had also absorbed Su Xueni¡¯s icy aura, his ice-based defensive abilities were already impressive. The other three Sacred Weapons in his possession were primarily offensive. A bnce of one defensive and three offensive weapons seemed very reasonable. Thus, he chose the Sacred Weapon, Divine Frost Sword. Following this, he began using his 200,000 Viin Points to improve his abilities. With four swords in his arsenal now, his divine sword technique Heavenly Flying Immortal needed to be upgraded to keep pace; otherwise, he would not be able to control them all. Heavenly Flying Immortal (Second Layer) ¨C> (Fourth Layer) consumed 40,000 Viin Points. Next, although his Thunder Annihtion Sword currently possessed only the power of a Sacred Weapon, its true form was that of an Emperor Weapon! It had yet to awaken because the ¡°Thunder¡± it had encountered wasn¡¯t powerful enough. If Lin Qi¡¯an could summon the remaining twenty-seven bolts of Purple Heaven Divine Thunder, there was a chance it would regain its full power as an Emperor Weapon. Thus, his cultivation of the divine abilities of the Thunder Emperor needed to keep up. Heavenly Sword Lightning Summoning Technique (Second Layer) ¨C> (Fourth Layer) Nine Heavens Thunder Movement (Second Layer) ¨C> (Fourth Layer) Together, these upgrades consumed 80,000 Viin Points. With the remaining Viin Points, Lin Qi¡¯an chose to invest everything into upgrading his Impervious to Poison Physique. Last time, this physique had saved his life, but the poison resistance effect had been used up. By fully refining this physique, his body would be immune to all poison attacks in the world! Lin Qi¡¯an had a strong premonition. The demonic beast he encounteredst time wouldn¡¯t be the only one. If hordes of such creatures appeared in the future, immunity to poison would be crucial. Ten Thousand Poison Immunity (20% ¨C> 50%) Although only halfwayplete, it already granted immunity to most poisons, significantly enhancing his ability to protect himself. This upgrade consumed 70,000 Viin Points. With that, Lin Qi¡¯an had nearly exhausted all his Viin Points, meaning he would have to earn more soon. Lastly, Lin Qi¡¯an obtained Xiao Chen¡¯s Beast Scripture, a treasure of great value! However, the beasts inside were currently too weak and were not as strong as Lin Qi¡¯an himself. If he encountered a ferocious beast like the Taotie in the future, then perhaps it could be useful, but for now, he put it aside. With these improvements, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s attributes underwent significant changes: ¨C Host: Lin Qi¡¯an ¨C Identity: Crown Prince of Beiyang, Tiang Immortal Dynasty ¨C Cultivation: Transcendent Realm, Seventh Layer ¨C Techniques: Sword Manifestation (Fourth Layer), Yang me Departure (Fourth Layer), Nine Heavens Thunder Movement (Fourth Layer) ¨C Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Physique, Sword Bone, Ancestral Dragon Saint Body (30%), Impervious to Poison Physique (50%) ¨C Divine Abilities: Ten Thousand Swords to Court (Fourth Layer), Heavenly Flying Immortal (Fourth Layer), Heavenly Sword Lightning Summoning Technique (Fourth Layer) ¨C Treasures: Netherworld Bell ¨C Storage: Demonic Death Tome, Ghost Eye Evil Wood Root, Nine Revolutions Golden Pill¡­ ¨C Viin Points: 13,500 ¨C Luck Value: 250 (Green) ¨C Chaos Treasures: Flying Immortal Sword Spirit Box, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus, Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram ¨C Luck Artifact: Nine Yang Divine Sword, Beast Scripture ¨C Special: Heavenly Fated Viin Divine Eyes¡­ It was rumored that the third-ranked Qinglian Fairy on the Fairy Maiden list would attend this literary meet. Lin Qi¡¯an hoped she would be apanied by a protagonist of great fortune. That way, he could eliminate the protagonist, earn a wave of Viin Points, and conveniently win over the Qinglian Fairy. That would be quite satisfying. Lin Qi¡¯an had already devised his n. Being transmigrated into this era and coincidentally encountering the literary meet, how could he not enjoy himself? ¡ª Meanwhile Zhao Qingmeng was frustrated. For the past few days, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s actions could only be described as utterly indulgent! Su Xueni and Ran Yuwei had been taking turns keeping himpany every night. Watching their cultivation levels steadily rise left Zhao Qingmeng feeling anxious! She thought, ¡®Lin Qi¡¯an, don¡¯t you ever want to try something new? Su Xueni may have great legs, and Ran Yuwei a fine waist, but wouldn¡¯t you get tired of them?¡¯ Little did she know, Lin Qi¡¯an had nned to indulge in herpany during the literary meet. In Tianjian City, themotion would be too great, not ideal. After all, Zhao Qingmeng would likely awaken her Spiritual Insight, attracting the attention of many people, especially Saints and Emperors, who would easily detect her special physique as the reincarnation of a female emperor. The disturbance would be immense. Thus, it was best to keep things discreet and wait for the right moment in the wilderness. ¡°Qingmeng, sitting alone?¡± By the lotus pond, in a pavilion, Zhao Qingmeng was idly plucking flower petals when Lin Qi¡¯an approached. ¡°Oh, you still remember me? I was worried the Crown Prince would die on the bodies of those maids!¡± Zhao Qingmengy on the pavilion railing, pouting as her tone dripped with jealousy. ¡°I came today to give you something,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smile. ¡°What is it?¡± ¡°This.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an opened his palm, revealing a golden-winged cicada. ¡°Golden-Winged Mysterious Sky Cicada!¡± Zhao Qingmeng gasped, covering her mouth as her eyes sparkled. In their past life, Lin Qi¡¯an had only given her this treasure after they had secretly be intimate. She didn¡¯t expect it toe so early in this lifetime. ¡°This Golden-Winged Profounf Sky Cicada can have a blood imprint ced on it. I¡¯ve already marked it with mine. And now, I¡¯m giving it to you.¡± ¡°From now on, no matter where I am, as long as you release it, it will always find me,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, smiling gently. ¡°If you ever find yourself in danger, use it to call me.¡± Zhao Qingmeng carefully epted the golden-winged cicada, nodding rapidly like a little chick pecking at rice. There was no way she would refuse such a thing! After all, how else could she test if Lin Qi¡¯an truly kept his promises? When she faces a powerful enemy in the future, would he reallye to her aid? Or would history repeat itself? ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll ept it,¡± she said, swiftlypleting the blood pact and carefully storing the golden-winged cicada. ¡ª In the Lotus Realm, a second house had been built. Su Xueni¡¯s first residence was called Xue¡¯an Pavilion, while the newly constructed one, with many small spirit beasts in the courtyard, belonged to none other than Ran Yuwei. She had boldly named it Yu¡¯an Pavilion and ced a wooden que at the entrance with the three characters engraved on it. Zi Lianyou, feeling wronged, pouted, ¡°I also want to build a house inside. It¡¯s so unfair that I¡¯m the only one without one! Waaah!¡± The other two women chuckled at herint. ¡°If you want a house, you¡¯ll have to work harder to please the Crown Prince. Don¡¯t wait for him to make the first move,¡± Su Xueni teased. ¡°Only those who be the Crown Prince¡¯s women have the chance to own their own courtyard,¡± Ran Yuwei added with a sly smile. Both women covered their mouths and giggled, thoroughly pleased with themselves. In the future, there might be more women moving in, but the first thing they would see would always be Xue¡¯an Pavilion and Yu¡¯an Pavilion. Their status was already firmly established. Even if a royal princess were to arrive, she would have to lower her head and walk respectfully. ¡ª Finally, the day arrived for Lin Qi¡¯an to set off for Yunmo Dao Pce. As he prepared to depart, the Sword Emperor brought his family to personally bid him farewell. ¡°Brother, I want to go with you! It¡¯s so boring at home!¡± Lin Hongyu, dressed in a red dress, clung to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s arm, pouting adorably with her cheeks puffed out. ¡°That¡¯s not happening. You haven¡¯t even read a few books. What business do you have at a literary meet? Stay home and focus on your cultivation.¡± ¡°Brother, you have the nerve to scold me? You never read books either!¡± Lin Hongyu stuck her tongue out yfully. ¡°I bet you¡¯re just going to make a fool of yourself, hmph!¡± ¡°Haha, well, you can wait and see. Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll bring you a gift when I return.¡± After reassuring his sister, Lin Qi¡¯an said his goodbyes to his father and mother. The Sword Emperor, Lin Weixuan, only had one thing to say: ¡°If you get bullied while you¡¯re out there, send word back with the sword order, and I¡¯ll destroy them for you.¡± Lin Weixuan was notorious for being overprotective and biased toward his family. Though the world knew him as a violent Sword Emperor, he was undoubtedly a good father. That¡¯s why Lin Qi¡¯an always found ways to eliminate any Destined Children with grudges against the Lin family. He couldn¡¯t allow them to be a threat to his loved ones. ¡°Get on the carriage.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an boarded the carriage, apanied by his maidservants and the little princess, Zhao Qingmeng. Ran Yuwei rode on the back of the Nine-Headed Serpent, cracking her whip and calling out, ¡°Giddy-up!¡± ¡°I¡¯m not a horse!¡± roared the Nine-Headed Serpent angrily as it soared into the sky. Dozens of sword-wielding guards in white uniforms escorted them on both sides, making the scene truly impressive. ¡°Your Highness,¡± one of the maids began to chat with Lin Qi¡¯an, ¡°the literary meet will be held at Wenqu Waterfall. It was the ce where Emperor Wenqu proved his Dao.¡± ¡°It¡¯s said that a secret realm left behind by Emperor Wenqu is also located there, though no one has ever found it. That¡¯s why the literary meet is being held there, with many hoping they might uncover Emperor Wenqu¡¯s secret realm.¡± ¡°Emperor Wenqu?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an mused aloud. ¡°That¡¯s right,¡± the maid continued, ¡°this emperor¡¯s method of proving his Dao was particrly unique. He did it through literature, especially poetry. I¡¯ve even memorized one of the poems he left behind: ¡®Before my bed, the moonlight bright, I suspect frost on the ground. I raise my head to gaze at the moon, and lower it to think of home.''¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s eyes widened in shock, his heart stirring like a raging storm. ¡®What the hell¡­¡¯ Could it be? Was Emperor Wenqu a transmigrator too? A fellow countryman who became an Emperor by copying literature? This was definitely intriguing. It was a shame the man was no longer alive. Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but wonder if he might have a chance to unlock this fellow transmigrator¡¯s secret realm and discover what treasures he left behind. The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone! Chapter 104 Chapter 104: Proiming Across the World to Recruit Maids, the Crown Prince Has Gone Crazy! Ding! A new task has been issued to assist the host in bing a supreme viin. Task 1: Announce to the world that the most outstanding woman at the literary meet will be invited to serve the Crown Prince personally. Task 2: At the literary meet, use crude and harshnguage to belittle the Destined Child. Reward: 100,000 Viin Points. Lin Qi¡¯an, who had been loungingfortably with his head resting on Su Xueni¡¯sp, suddenly jolted awake upon hearing the system¡¯s notification. These tasks¡­ they reek of viiny! A literary meet? That was supposed to be a refined gathering of schrs and literati, where the main focus was on elegance, with activities such as ying the qin, chess, calligraphy, and poetry recitation. The participants were all cultured individuals, polite and courteous. Yet here Lin Qi¡¯an was, tasked with issuing an announcement about inviting women to serve as personalpanions in such a sophisticated setting! It was utterly shameless, scandalous even, as if blinded by lust. To top it off, he had to choose the woman who performed the best at the literary meet, making it even more thrilling¡ªtruly a viin¡¯s style. The second task was even more ssic: belittle the Destined Child with biting sarcasm. Such scenes usually led to the protagonist pulling off some dazzling move to turn the tables. This type of trope was asmon as theye. But since the task was already issued, how could he not ept it? After all, 100,000 Viin Points was no small sum. Plus, along the way, there would surely be more opportunities to earn arge wave of Viin Points. He really needed those points. ¡°Your Highness, you¡¯re awake?¡± Su Xueni asked softly, her voice filled with concern as her gentle fragrance wafted over. ¡°Mmm.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stretched and lifted the curtain of the carriage. ¡°Someone,e here!¡± ¡°What are your orders, Your Highness?¡± A sword guard in white immediately stepped forward. To apany the Crown Prince on his travels was considered the greatest honor, not to mention that he was the champion of the Great Hunt and the pride of Beiyang. Thest group of guards who had apanied him on a mission received great rewards when they returned. This kind of duty was far more enjoyable than working in Tianjian City. ¡°Announce my decree to the world,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an ordered calmly. ¡°Say that I have four words that I do not fully understand, and the woman who performs best at the literary meet will have the honor of joining me toprehend them.¡± With a wave of his finger, Lin Qi¡¯an wrote four golden characters in the air: Feng Hua Xue Yue (Wind, Flower, Snow, Moon). ¡°Understood! I will take care of it immediately,¡± the guard replied. The maids were left in shock as they watched the scene unfold. The hidden meaning behindprehending the four characters together was obvious¡ªit was an open invitation to be his personal maid in bed! Oh my heavens¡­ ¡°As expected of the Crown Prince, always capable of doing things we couldn¡¯t even imagine!¡± ¡°Turning an elegant literary meet into apetition for bed maids¡­ Only the Crown Prince could pull off something like this!¡± Su Xueni and Ran Yuwei, on the other hand, were quite calm. After all, they were already secure in their positions and had no reason to worry. However, Zhao Qingmeng was instantly furious, ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you shameless scoundrel! You¡¯re looking for a bed maid even at the literary meet? Why don¡¯t you just ascend to the heavens while you¡¯re at it!¡± Why don¡¯t you choose me instead?! she raged internally. Lin Qi¡¯an, knowing exactly why she was so upset, couldn¡¯t help but chuckle. I had nned to choose you, but this is a system task. ns change. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, as the saying goes, ¡®Thirty years to the east of the river, thirty years to the west; fortunes change in turn.¡¯¡± ¡°Fortune my foot!¡± Zhao Qingmeng wanted to kick him off the carriage. Even Zi Lianyou was getting anxious. Grabbing Su Xueni¡¯s hand, she asked, ¡°Sister Xueni, do you think I still have time to cram and improve my literary skills?¡± ¡°I¡¯m afraid¡­ it¡¯s a littlete for that,¡± Su Xueni replied, covering her mouth as she giggled softly. Zi Lianyou: QAQ¡­ (TL: QAQ is a crying or feeling sad emoticon/emoji) In any case, once the sword guards spread the message, the news exploded like wildfire throughout the northern part of the Cann Dao Domain! Beiyang, located in the northern region of the Cann Dao Domain, was surrounded by tens of thousands of sects and sacrednds, both big and small. The first to receive the message, naturally, was the host of the literary meet, Yunmo Dao Pce. ¡°Urgent news! The Crown Prince of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an, has announced that the woman who performs best at the literary meet will have the honor of helping himprehend four characters!¡± ¡°What four characters?¡± Feng Hua Xue Yue (Wind, Flower, Snow, Moon). ¡°What?!¡± ¡°To put it bluntly, the Crown Prince wants to select the most outstanding woman at the literary meet to be his bed maid!¡± Upon receiving the news, Yunmo Dao Pce was thrown into chaos. At first nce, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s demand seemed absurd and inappropriate,pletely at odds with the elegant nature of the literary meet, but he was the Crown Prince of Beiyang, the son of the Sword Emperor, and the champion of the Great Hunt! During the Great Hunt, he single-handedly defeated Princess Zhao Yunji of Tai¡¯an and imed the title of champion, even handling a demonic beast that the Sword Emperor himself couldn¡¯t defeat. The news of this battle had spread far and wide, across the entirend. Who didn¡¯t know his name by now? Without exaggeration, Lin Qi¡¯an was the undisputed top prodigy of the younger generation in the Cann Dao Domain! Being chosen by him would not only offer the possibility of soaring to great heights but would also grant immediate ess to the powerful Beiyang faction, ensuring a life offort. Which sect wouldn¡¯t want to cling to such an influential figure? The Holy Land of Tianchi was the first example. Ever since the Crown Prince had taken an interest in the Holy Maiden of Tianchi, sects from all around hade daily with gifts and offerings, doubling Tianchi¡¯s influence in the process. And all of this was simply because the Crown Prince had shown interest in the Holy Maiden. Lin Qi¡¯an, the Crown Prince of Beiyang, had the right and the stature to do as he pleased. The elder of Yunmo Dao Pce hastily dered, ¡°For this literary meet, all outstanding women should be encouraged to participate as much as possible!¡± The more women there were, the better the chances that one might catch the Crown Prince¡¯s eye. Even the Saintess Mo Shuiqiu had heard the news. Her heart raced with excitement. She was in her study at the time and slowly set down her calligraphy brush. On her desky a painting of a man, elegant and refined, handsome and dignified. Ever since she returned from the Great Hunt, she had been restless, her heart unable to find peace. Only when she painted his portrait could she feel a moment of calm. She had been eagerly awaiting the literary meet every day, and now that the Crown Prince had spoken, her chances, as one of the most talented women of her generation, seemed very promising. She couldn¡¯t help but feel a secret joy. Her only realpetition would likely be Saintess Lu Miaoyin from Qinglian Holy Ind. Once Miaoyin arrived, Mo Shuiqiu intended to have a word with her. After all, she was confident that Miaoyin wasn¡¯t the type to be interested in men anyway. Qinglian Holy Ind, a peaceful and isted sect on a mystical ind far from the maind, was a sanctuary of tranquility. A schr dressed in a Confucian robe was pacing back and forth, furious. His name was Ji Bai, the top schr of the Dust Dynasty¡¯s imperial exams. Due to his exceptional literary talent, he had been invited to Qinglian Holy Ind by its cultivators. Though hecked cultivation, his knowledge and schrship earned him immense respect, and he enjoyed the best treatment possible for an ordinary man. ¡°The literary meet is about to begin, and the Crown Prince of Beiyang wants to take the most talented woman for himself!¡± When Ji Bai heard the news, his usual calmposure shattered in an instant. The person he had long admired¡ªthe Qinglian Saintess, the woman of his dreams¡ªwas very likely to be the most talented woman at the literary meet! He rushed to the lotus pond, where that familiar graceful figure in a green dress was feeding the fish. Her slender eyebrows, snow-white skin, and flowing dress that bloomed like a lotus highlighted her serene beauty. Though she had been ranked third on the Saintess List, in Ji Bai¡¯s heart, she was unquestionably number one. No one could match her elegance and beauty. ¡°Miaoyin!¡± ¡°What¡¯s the rush?¡± Lu Miaoyin asked in her usual calm tone as she continued to scatter feed for the fish, her voice as gentle as ever, exuding a transcendent aura. ¡°Have you heard the news from the Crown Prince of Beiyang? His intentions are utterly vulgar! You shouldn¡¯t attend the literary meet this time.¡± ¡°Why pay it any mind?¡± Lu Miaoyin turned to face him, her beauty as serene as a lotus in bloom. Just looking at her brought a sense of peace to one¡¯s heart. ¡°Though the Crown Prince of Beiyang may be a peerless prodigy, he is not the man my heart desires. Even if I attend the literary meet, I won¡¯t bepeting for such a position.¡± ¡°That¡¯s wonderful!¡± Ji Bai was overjoyed, a huge weight lifting from his heart. Lu Miaoyin was someone he could trust. She wasn¡¯t the type to be swayed by power or status, and no matter how powerful a man was, he wouldn¡¯t catch her interest. He was determined to make the Crown Prince realize that the literary meet was not a ce for vulgar disys of power. In another carriage, Zhao Ziyu was also on his way to the literary meet. He knew that Lu Miaoyin had a calm and refined temperament, and using force would never work with her. The best approach was to use his literary talent to win her over and capture her heart. To ensure his sess, he had even brought along the national schr of his immortal dynasty to offer advice in secret. With such backing, he was certain that he would be able to win over Lu Miaoyin! ¡°Your Highness¡­ we have a problem!¡± ¡°What is it?¡± ¡°News has arrived that the Crown Prince of Beiyang has issued an invitation to the world. He ns to invite the most outstanding woman at the literary meet to join him inprehending four characters!¡± ¡°What four characters?¡± Feng Hua Xue Yue (Wind, Flower, Snow, Moon). Zhao Ziyu was left dumbstruck, his eyes wide with disbelief. How dare he? To be so vulgar and arrogant at a literary meet¡ªwasn¡¯t he afraid of alienating the noble women with such crude behavior? ¡°The Crown Prince of Beiyang truly is a vulgar man! When I arrive, I must teach him a lesson and put him in his ce.¡± Chapter 105 Chapter 105: Stop by the Maple Forest at Dusk, Frosty Leaves Bloom in February Originally, the literary meet was just a small gathering. After all, in this world, most people focused on cultivation, and only a small portion had an interest in poetry, song, and literature. It was a niche field. Not everyone aspired to be like Emperor Wenqu, who had attained the Dao through literature. That was an extraordinarily unique case, and most people simply pursued these arts as hobbies. However, once the Crown Prince announced his intentions, everything changed! All the sects and ns, including those women who had previously shown no interest in elegant matters, began cramming in their studies. They burned the midnight oil, reading and memorizing feverishly. If the Crown Prince were to notice them, even if it was just to serve as a maid, it would be like soaring to new heights! Time was running short, and many sects had already set off, with some evening from the southern, western, and eastern regions of the Dao Domain, traveling vast distances to participate. ording to estimations, even with a threshold set for participation, the number of attendees would be at least ten times that of previous years! What started as a niche gathering had now be a grand event filled with talented women. ¡ª Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s carriage was still en route. He was leisurely enjoying the scenery along the way, taking his time to rx. However, he couldn¡¯t help but feel a bit of sympathy for Zi Lianyou. These past few days, her mood had been quite low, yet she continued to grit her teeth and secretly study, trying to improve her literary skills. Normally, she was very yful, but now she didn¡¯t evene out to y anymore. Just as they passed through a forest of maple trees, the entire mountain was aze with vibrant red leaves, creating a breathtaking view. ¡°Stop the carriage. How far are we from Yunmo Dao Pce?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Your Highness, it¡¯s about 400 li away. We¡¯ll be there soon,¡± one of the guards replied. ¡°No rush. The scenery here is quite beautiful. We can stop for a while and enjoy it.¡± Following his orders, the carriagended, and Lin Qi¡¯an dismissed all the sword guards to patrol ten li away, ensuring no one would approach. This transformed the maple forest into a private yground for him and his maids. ¡°Come on, let¡¯s go have some fun,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said as he stretched and stepped down from the carriage. ¡°The scenery here is so beautiful! I¡¯ll take out some spirit pets for a walk,¡± Ran Yuwei said cheerfully. Su Xueni and Zhao Qingmeng also followed him down from the carriage. ¡°What about you, Lianyou? Aren¡¯t youing?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°I¡­ I¡¯ll pass. You all have fun!¡± Zi Lianyou responded, even though she wanted to join them. However, she knew that hard work was more important right now. It¡¯s okay to be a little slow as long as I work hard. The Crown Prince will surely notice me! she thought. After ying for a while with the others, Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly signaled to Su Xueni with a look. ¡°Su Xueni, why don¡¯t you keep Qingmengpany for a bit? I¡¯ll go grab something from the carriage,¡± he said. Su Xueni¡¯s eyes flickered with understanding. She nodded, ¡°Yes, Your Highness.¡± At this moment, the sword guards were far away, Ran Yuwei was out with the spirit pets, and Su Xueni was apanying Zhao Qingmeng. The area around the carriage was deserted. Zi Lianyou, meanwhile, was inside, lying by the window and studying diligently. Her fragrant shoulders were half-exposed, and her purple fairy dress hugged her figure beautifully. However, as she encountered parts of the text she didn¡¯t understand, her delicate eyebrows furrowed in frustration, making her look adorably stubborn. ¡°Still studying?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked with a smile as he entered the carriage. ¡°Your Highness! Why did youe back all of a sudden¡­¡± Zi Lianyou was startled and quickly closed the book, a blush rising on her bright, beautiful face. ¡°I came back to see you,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied. ¡°See¡­ me?¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s heart began to race as Lin Qi¡¯an sat beside her, unexpectedly close. ¡°You¡¯ve been working so hard, studying diligently. Could it be that you¡¯re hoping to show off your literary talents at the literary meet so that I¡¯ll notice you?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an yfully lifted her delicate chin, his smile teasing. ¡°¡­Yes, that¡¯s right,¡± Zi Lianyou admitted shyly, lowering her head. She wasn¡¯t one to hide the truth. ¡°Let me ask you this: do you believe I canpose poetry?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Hmm¡­ uh¡­ yes, I do!¡± Zi Lianyou initially shook her head instinctively but quickly switched to nodding rapidly, like a chick pecking at rice. ¡°Well, it seems like you don¡¯t believe me. I happen to have a verse that suits this scene perfectly,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a grin. ¡°Your Highness, you must be joking with me! Are you trying to make fun of me because you think I¡¯m a little slow?¡± Zi Lianyou pouted, sensing a trap. ¡°Why don¡¯t you listen first and find out?¡± ¡°Alright, Your Highness. I refuse to believe you canpose a good poem!¡± she challenged. ¡°Stop the carriage¡­ Frosty leaves are redder than February¡¯s flowers.¡± ¡ª Meanwhile, Zhao Qingmeng was muttering, ¡°What¡¯s taking Lin Qi¡¯an so long? Why isn¡¯t he back yet?¡± ¡°Well, I don¡¯t know. Didn¡¯t he say he was just going to grab something? Let¡¯s keep ying,¡± Su Xueni said with a smile. ¡°I¡¯m not ying anymore. I¡¯m going back to check!¡± Zhao Qingmeng insisted. Unable to dissuade her, Su Xueni had no choice but to follow. As they approached, Zhao Qingmeng squinted her eyes. ¡°That¡¯s strange¡­ why does it look like the carriage is shaking?¡± she asked. ¡°Cough, cough¡­ Your Highness, perhaps the Crown Prince is, uh, upied. It might not be the best time to disturb him,¡± Su Xueni said, trying to hold her back. ¡°What could he possibly be busy with? Wait a second¡­!¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s voice suddenly got caught in her throat as she realized something. We all left the carriage¡­ and the only one still inside is Zi Lianyou¡­ ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an!¡± she shouted, her eyes losing their sparkle. Unfortunately, without cultivation, Zhao Qingmeng couldn¡¯t break free from Su Xueni¡¯s hold to storm over and catch them in the act. The frustration burned inside her, leaving her fuming with helplessness. How infuriating! After resting for several hours, the carriage resumed its journey. Inside, the atmosphere was quite tense. Zhao Qingmeng stared at Lin Qi¡¯an with wide eyes, clearly upset. Su Xueni, on the other hand, covered her mouth, trying to suppress herughter. Zi Lianyou sat curled up, her head lowered without saying a word, but her face was flushed red with embarrassment. Despite this, her heart was filled with joy¡ªher Spiritual Insight had just opened seven new meridians! The speed at which the world¡¯s spiritual energy flowed into her body had increased significantly. She was ecstatic. ¡®Finally, I can hold my head up high! she thought. Who needs to read any more books? I¡¯m done with that!¡¯ ¡ª At Yunmo Dao Pce, it was bustling with activity. Countless sects had arrived for the uing literary meet, and among them, each sect had brought women of exceptional beauty. Their purpose was clear: to take a chance and possibly transform their fortunes! If they could catch the attention of the Crown Prince, even bing his maid would be like riding a rocket to sess. ¡°Everyone, my deepest apologies! It¡¯s not that Yunmo Dao Pce is unwilling to host all of you, but the scale of our sect is limited, and we simply can¡¯t amodate everyone,¡± one of the elders in charge of reception exined. ¡°If everyone tries to participate, we fear that our Yunmo Dao Pce won¡¯t be able to handle the crowd¡­ so we had no choice but to establish a rule.¡± ¡°The rule is simple: those who wish to participate must first pass an initial test.¡± ¡°The test is straightforward: it¡¯s a traditional ¡®Flying Flower Order.¡¯ We will assign a character, and participants must, within the allotted time, recite a poem containing that character.¡± ¡°Anyone wishing to participate, please line up.¡± As soon as these words were spoken, a wave of discontent erupted from the crowd. ¡°What? We have to take a test just to join a literary meet?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t take Yunmo Dao Pce too seriously!¡± ¡°Yeah, we¡¯re only here out of respect for the Crown Prince. We don¡¯t even care about Yunmo Dao Pce!¡± ¡°Get out of the way, or we¡¯ll force our way in!¡± Hundreds of sect members were blocking the entrance, and the crowd, numbering in the thousands, looked like a vast, oppressive sea of people. The suffocating pressure made it difficult to breathe. Among them were various powerful elders¡ªveteran cultivators¡ªwho had personally escorted their younger disciples to the event, only to be turned away. Naturally, this infuriated them, and their fearsome auras became stifling. The elder in charge of reception was drenched in sweat, too terrified to even breathe. He knew better than to offend anyone. But what could he do? ¡ª Saintess Mo Shuiqiu was watching from the shadows, her heart in turmoil. It was her first time seeing such a grand spectacle. Yunmo Dao Pce wasn¡¯t like Tianjian City; it wasn¡¯t equipped to handle such arge crowd. But they also couldn¡¯t allow so many people in all at once, or chaos would ensue. Even the sect leader was at a loss, left fretting in vain. Suddenly, a loud roar echoed from the sky and everyone looked up. They saw a nine-headed beast pulling a carriage as it strode through the clouds. Dozens of sword guards dressed in white stood around the golden carriage, flying on their swords, their presence awe-inspiring. Wherever they passed, golden light illuminated the surroundings, and clouds billowed beneath them. ¡°It¡¯s the sword guards of Beiyang!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince! The Crown Prince has arrived!¡± ¡°My heavens, that ferocious beast is terrifyingly majestic! As expected of the Crown Prince!¡± As the carriage descended, hundreds of sects bowed their heads. ¡°Wee, Your Highness!¡± ¡°Wee, Your Highness!¡± Mo Shuiqiu felt a surge of relief. The Crown Prince had arrived. She hurried out to greet him. As Lin Qi¡¯an stepped out of the carriage, the crowd parted to make way for him. The Crown Prince was incredibly handsome, and his maids¡ªeach one more beautiful than thest¡ªwere dazzling to behold. ¡°Your Highness, pleasee in!¡± the elder said hastily, not daring to show even the slightest hint of neglect. Unlike typical protagonists, who might be ridiculed when entering a new ce, Lin Qi¡¯an was treated with the utmost respect¡ªthis was the difference in status. ¡°What was all themotion earlier?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Your Highness, it¡¯s because there are simply too many people¡­¡± the elder exined nervously. Lin Qi¡¯an listened and then smiled slightly, ¡°That¡¯s fair. Since a test is required to enter, let¡¯s begin.¡± Chapter 106 Chapter 106: The Golden Luck Woman, Saintess of Qinglian! ¡°Then let¡¯s begin the test,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, his words sparking astonishment from the crowd behind him. The Crown Prince was voluntarily asking for a test! Why would he need one? Yunmo Dao Pce was practically begging for him to attend! If he failed the test and couldn¡¯t get in, wouldn¡¯t they be the ones left crying? After some thought, there could only be one reason¡ªLin Qi¡¯an wanted to set an example for others. ¡°But can the Crown Prince recite poetry? I¡¯ve never heard of that before!¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know¡­¡± ¡°His cultivation talent is unparalleled, but I¡¯ve never heard anything about his literary skills!¡± ¡°What if he fails? That would be embarrassing¡­¡± ¡°Haha, if the Crown Prince fails, it¡¯s Yunmo Dao Pce that¡¯ll be crying! They went through so much trouble to invite him!¡± ¡°Exactly¡­ If the Crown Prince doesn¡¯t participate, all of us would havee here for nothing.¡± At that moment, Saintess Mo Shuiqiu, along with several elders, came out to greet him. Upon hearing that Lin Qi¡¯an had asked for a test, their hearts tightened. If he failed, the loss would be theirs! Everyone was on edge, praying that the Crown Prince would be able to recite a few decent lines of poetry. As long as he could pass, they¡¯d make sure he was allowed through. After all, the difficulty of responding to the first line of the Flying Flower Order wasn¡¯t particrly high. The elder in charge of issuing the test, however, was drenched in sweat, his hands trembling. If things went wrong, it might be his end! He had to pick the easiest word possible. ¡°Your Highness, the word for this round is ¡®flower.¡¯¡± All Lin Qi¡¯an had to do was recite a line of poetry containing the word ¡°flower¡± to pass the test. While everyone expected him to take some time to think, Lin Qi¡¯an immediately responded without hesitation. Before many of the real schrs had even recalled a poem about flowers, he had already opened his mouth. ¡°Last night, the sound of wind and rain, how many flowers have fallen?¡± This line from the famous poem Spring Dawn was something Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t need to think much about. The crowd erupted instantly, with countless mouths agape, their eyes filled with shock. ¡°I¡¯ve never heard this poem before! Did the Crown Princepose it himself?¡± ¡°In just a short line, I can already picture the scene of falling flowers on a rainy night. This poem is on a different level!¡± ¡°No way, the Crown Prince actually has literary talent?¡± ¡°Not just talent, the imagery in this poem is something even ordinary schrs wouldn¡¯t be able toe up with!¡± ¡°Uh¡­ Could it be that the Crown Princeposed it himself?¡± ¡°That¡¯s impossible. He¡¯s already handsome and powerful¡ªif he¡¯s also skilled in poetry, how are the rest of us supposed to live?¡± Even Zhao Qingmeng was surprised. In her previous life, there had been no such literary meet, and Lin Qi¡¯an had only ever recited one poem to her when they were getting close. She had assumed he copied it from somewhere, but now it seemed that wasn¡¯t the case at all. ¡°Such a beautiful poem!¡± ¡°Marvelous! Absolutely marvelous!¡± The ttery came in waves, with people falling over themselves to praise him. ¡°Oh my heavens! After hearing this poem, I had a breakthrough in my cultivation!¡± The ridiculous praise kepting, over-the-top and exaggerated. Zi Lianyou covered her face in embarrassment. In her heart, ¡°Frosty leaves are redder than February flowers¡± was still the best¡­ ¡°Wonderful!¡± Yunmo Dao Pce collectively breathed a sigh of relief. Not only had the Crown Prince passed the test on his own, but he had also set a positive example, establishing the rules for everyone else. ¡°The test isplete. Your Highness, please enter!¡± an elder dered. Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and, with his maids, gracefully stepped through the gate of the sect. The Crown Prince¡¯s entrance boosted the confidence of Yunmo Dao Pce. One of the elders addressed the crowd, ¡°Everyone, you have witnessed that even the Crown Prince underwent the test. Does anyone still have objections?¡± With those words, the dissent disappeared entirely. If the powerful and domineering Crown Prince had shown respect, who else would dare cause trouble? ¡°Good. Since there are no objections, please line up for the test. Non-participants in the literary meet can rest at the mountain estate fifty li north.¡± ¡ª Mo Shuiqiu, dressed in an elegant and simple Daoist robe adorned with cloud patterns and ink bamboo, radiated a refined beauty. Despite the loose fit of the robe, her graceful figure was subtly visible. ¡°Your Highness, please follow me. We¡¯ve already prepared a resting chamber for you. The literary meet will begin tomorrow, so if you need anything, feel free to have your maids inform me.¡± By the door stood two maids in light skirts, their eyes brimming with spring affection. As they opened the door, a delicate fragrance filled the room. The walls were adorned with various calligraphy and paintings, and the simple yet tasteful decor gave the room a refreshing atmosphere. It was clear that much effort had gone into preparing it. ¡°Not bad,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded with a satisfied smile. ¡°By the way, Your Highness,¡± Mo Shuiqiu continued, ¡°we would like to invite you to act as a judge for tomorrow¡¯s literary meet. Would that interest you?¡± Being a judge at the literary meet was an honor, typically reserved for renowned figures like the Book Sage, the sect master of Yunmo Dao Pce, and national schrs. Does this girl think too highly of me? You think I¡¯m qualified for such a role?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked with a smile. Mo Shuiqiu gently smiled in return, ¡°Though my knowledge is limited, I am well-versed in poetry and songs. The poem you recited earlier was unfamiliar to me, so it must have been your own creation. With such talent, you are more than qualified to judge!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t argue with her. ¡®This ttery feels quite nice,¡¯ he thought. In any case, he was looking for an opportunity to suppress the Destined Child, so being a judge wasn¡¯t a bad idea. He agreed to her request. ¡ª Meanwhile, outside, the assessments for the various sects continued. Although cramming had its benefits, it didn¡¯t help much, and at least 90% of the participants were rejected at the gate. ¡°Book Saint has arrived!¡± someone announced loudly, and the crowd parted in reverence. The arrival of the Book Saintmanded respect, for no one could deny the prestige of a Saint. Book Saint Wang Yi¡ªan extraordinary talent who had attained sainthood through literature. A man wearing a gray robe, his hair and beard both white, exuded an aura of immortality and transcendent elegance. His appearance was beyond ordinary. At every literary meet, he was an honored guest and judge, revered by countless schrs. However, most people weren¡¯t focused on him but rather on the figure following behind¡ªthe Saintess of Qinglian, Lu Miaoyin. Dressed in a flowing green gown that bloomed like a lotus flower, her graceful figure and unparalleled beauty made her appear more like an immortal than a mere mortal woman. As she walked, all eyes were drawn to her, and gasps of awe rippled through the crowd. The male disciples were especially entranced, some nearly losing their senses. ¡°She¡¯s so beautiful¡­!¡± ¡°Such elegance and purity¡ªshe truly looks like an immortal!¡± ¡°I still think the Saintess of Tianchi is prettier.¡± ¡°You don¡¯t get it. The Saintess of Tianchi is already the Crown Prince¡¯s woman, so there¡¯s no hope for us. But this one, the Saintess of Qinglian, never gets close to any man. She¡¯s like a lotus¡ªdetached and untouchable. Makes it easier to dream, you know?¡± ¡°Bro, you¡¯re way too honest!¡± As the sea of admiration continued, the Book Sage and Saintess of Qinglian were invited inside. Being the top talent of the previous literary meet and a close friend of Mo Shuiqiu, the Saintess of Qinglian was naturally treated as an honored guest. However, no one besides the Crown Prince was allowed to bringpanions inside. Hence, a schr dressed in Confucian robes, who had been following closely behind, was stopped at the entrance. At that moment, a notification rang in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind. ¡¾Ding! Destined Child ¡°Ji Bai¡± detected. You have sessfully intervened in the storyline.¡¿ ¨C Destined Child: Ji Bai ¨C Secret Treasure: None ¨C Luck: 600 (Purple) ¨C Core of DestinyLuck: Emperor Wenqu¡¯s Manuscripts ¨C Current Reward for Killing Him: None Reminder: When the target¡¯s destiny drops below 100, you can seize their core of destiny and gain permanent destiny points, along with all associated rewards. ¡®This protagonist seems weak¡­ the rewards don¡¯t look great either,¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an thought. ¡®Emperor Wenqu¡¯s Manuscripts? Oh, so that¡¯s his ¡°golden finger.¡± He must be using that to shine at the literary meet, amaze everyone, and win the heart of the Saintess.¡¯ Activating his Heavenly Fated Viin Divine Eyes, Lin Qi¡¯an observed further. Ji Bai¡ªHostility: 100 Lu Miaoyin¡ªHostility: 10 Another golden-luck woman, this time the Saintess of Qinglian, Lu Miaoyin. ¡®She¡¯s definitely worth taking as a maid,¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an thought. Mo Shuiqiu had her own charm too, so the final choice for his bedmaid would be between the two of them. And as for the one he didn¡¯t choose¡ªhe would eventually im her as well. For now, though, he was content to watch the drama unfold. ¡°Who are you, kid? Trying to sneak in?¡± a guard called out as Ji Bai attempted to enter. ¡°I¡¯m with the Saintess of Qinglian. Why can¡¯t I go in?¡± Ji Bai retorted. The elder nced over, and Lu Miaoyin confirmed, ¡°He is indeed from Qinglian Holy Ind.¡± ¡°That doesn¡¯t matter. Only those who pass the test can enter,¡± the elder replied. ¡°The Saintess of Qinglian has earned special privileges, but that doesn¡¯t extend to you.¡± A wave of jeers followed from the crowd. ¡°Who¡¯s this guy with no cultivation trying to attend the literary meet?¡± ¡°Must be some poor schr who thinks he¡¯s important!¡± Ah, the ssic treatment for a protagonist¡ªimmediate ridicule from the bystanders. Ji Bai sneered inwardly. ¡®I¡¯ve spent thirty years studying relentlessly, enduring hardship by the cold window. And I have Emperor Wenqu¡¯s Manuscripts on me! They contain poetry the world has never seen before!¡¯ He thought. ¡®A mere ¡°Flying Flower Order¡± test is nothing to me!¡¯ These ignorant fools had no idea who they were dealing with. This literary meet would mark his rise to glory! ¡°The topic is: flower.¡± ¡°Hah, ¡®flower¡¯? How difficult could that be?¡± Ji Bai scoffed, stepping forward confidently. With a raised voice, he recited: ¡°Last night, the sound of wind and rain, how many flowers have fallen?¡± As soon as he finished, the entire ce fell into stunned silence. Ji Bai stood tall, hands behind his back, full of pride. This poem, taken from Emperor Wenqu¡¯s Manuscripts, had never been shared with the world before. Surely they were all astonished. But instead of praise, the crowd suddenly burst into uproariousughter. ¡°Hahahahaha!¡± ¡°Where did this poor schre from? He¡¯s copying the Crown Prince¡¯s poem!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince just said that not too long ago. Does he think we¡¯re fools?¡± ¡°Exactly! We may not have passed the test, but we wouldn¡¯t stoop to giarism. How embarrassing!¡± In that moment, Ji Bai stood frozen,pletely petrified. ¡®How¡­ how is this possible?!¡¯ Chapter 107 Chapter 107: The Crown Prince Arrives! Lin Qi¡¯an Resting on Su Xueni¡¯s Lap? How is this possible?! Ji Bai thought in disbelief. This poem was written by Emperor Wenqu himself! It had never been shared with the world, so only he should know about it. Yet, they dared to use him of giarizing¡ªand from that debauched Crown Prince? Outrage surged through Ji Bai, his body trembling, hands and feet cold. Instead of receiving praise and admiration, he was met with sneers and mockery. ¡°Is that true?¡± Lu Miaoyin asked the elder. ¡°It is absolutely true. The Crown Prince recited that poem shortly after entering,¡± the elder confirmed. Hearing this, Lu Miaoyin cast a disdainful nce at Ji Bai. giarists were the most despised of all. Having someone like him from Qinglian Holy Ind would not only bring shame to himself but also tarnish her own reputation. ¡°Miaoyin, Miaoyin!¡± Ji Bai called out desperately, his face pale, but Lu Miaoyin ignored him and continued into the sect. Ding! Ji Bai has been ridiculed and despised by the crowd, Luck Points -100, Viin Points +1000 to the host. Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled at the turn of events. He hadn¡¯t even made a move, and Ji Bai had already lost 100 destiny points on his own. At this rate, he¡¯ll be too easy to deal with. It was clear that pretending to be a literary master came with risks. However, since Ji Bai was the Destined Child, he was sure to find another way into the event. Otherwise, he wouldn¡¯t live up to his title. Inside Yunmo Dao Pce, Mo Shuiqiu greeted Lu Miaoyin. The two were kindred spirits and close friends who hadn¡¯t seen each other in a long time, so naturally, they had plenty to discuss. Once they reached the guest chamber, Mo Shuiqiu lowered her voice. ¡°Miaoyin, you¡¯ve heard about the Crown Prince¡¯s announcement, haven¡¯t you? He¡¯s looking for talented women to discuss wind, flowers, snow, and moon.¡± ¡°I¡¯ve heard,¡± Lu Miaoyin replied calmly, clearly uninterested in the matter. ¡°You don¡¯t need to concern yourself with it. Let the others fight for that spot while we enjoy a private gathering of the cultured. Turning the literary meet into such a vulgarpetition is beneath us,¡± Lu Miaoyin said, shaking her head in disdain. In her eyes, those women desperatelypeting to serve Lin Qi¡¯an, even burning the midnight oil to study, were nothing butmoners. Only Mo Shuiqiu could match her refined nature, untouched by the distractions of wealth and power. ¡°I¡¯m d to hear you say that,¡± Mo Shuiqiu smiled, taking Lu Miaoyin¡¯s hand. ¡°I was going to ask you not topete with me for this spot.¡± ¡°What¡­?¡± Even the everposed Saintess of Qinglian couldn¡¯t hide her shock at those words. Mo Shuiqiu was not an ordinary woman. As the Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce, she spent her days in solitude, consumed by her love for calligraphy and painting. She could go an entire month without food or water, fully dedicated topleting a single painting. That¡¯s why they had be such close friends. But now, even she wanted to win the favor of the Crown Prince? It was hard to believe! ¡°Miaoyin, during the Beiyang Great Hunt, I had the fortune of getting to know the Crown Prince. He even saved my life. It¡¯s rare to meet a man as remarkable as him in this world. I¡¯m not trying to curry favor with his power; I¡¯ve simply been charmed by his personality. Serving His Highness would be an honor for me.¡± Hearing Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s earnest confession, Lu Miaoyin felt like her worldview had been shaken. Could someone really change this much? ¡°Alright, I won¡¯t interfere with your decision,¡± Lu Miaoyin said, trying to regain herposure. ¡°Good! Just make sure you don¡¯t outshine me during the literary meet. As for the others, they don¡¯t stand a chance against me!¡± Mo Shuiqiu teased. ¡°Don¡¯t worry.¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s goal was to follow in Emperor Wenqu¡¯s footsteps and prove her Dao through literature. To achieve that, she needed to cast aside all worldly distractions. No matter how outstanding the Crown Prince was, he couldn¡¯t stir even the slightest ripple in her heart. ¡ª Outside the sect, the assessments were still ongoing. Ji Bai eventually managed to enter, thanks to the remaining poems from Emperor Wenqu¡¯s Manuscripts. He had several others up his sleeve, ready to shock the audience. One of them was ¡°Shui Diao Ge Tou: When Will the Moon Be Clear and Bright?¡±, a masterpiece he¡¯d been saving for the perfect moment at the literary meet. However, there was one problem¡ªthe manuscript was partially damaged, leaving thest line of the poem iplete. The original had ended with the lines: ¡°Men have sorrow and joy; they part and reunite. The moon is bright and dim; it waxes and wanes. This has been so since ancient times.¡± Unfortunately, the poem stopped abruptly, missing the final, most critical line. Ji Bai had no choice but to add one himself. While it wasn¡¯t perfect, it was good enough to stun the crowd. Suddenly, the air was filled with the sound of thunderous hoofbeats! A luxurious carriage appeared in the sky, made of white jade and crystal, pulled by mythical qilin beasts, with golden-armored soldiers clearing the way. In an instant, radiant light filled the sky, making the scene nothing short of spectacr. ¡°Whose carriage is that? It¡¯s so extravagant!¡± ¡°That¡¯s the Crown Prince! Haven¡¯t you heard? The Crown Prince is attending the literary meet as well!¡± ¡°What a grand disy¡­ though,pared to the ferocious beast pulling the Crown Prince of Beiyang¡¯s carriage, it¡¯s stillcking.¡± ¡°Shh! Are you insane? Criticizing the Crown Prince could get you killed!¡± Dressed in royal yellow robes, Zhao Ziyu stepped out of the carriage as waves of voices rose in greeting. ¡°Wee, Your Highness!¡± ¡°Wee, Your Highness!¡± Zhao Ziyu barely nced at the respectful crowd, immediately preparing to enter the sect. ¡°Wait, the Crown Prince isn¡¯t taking the test?¡± someone muttered. ¡°Shut up! What nonsense are you spouting? The Crown Prince doesn¡¯t need to take a test!¡± ¡°But the Crown Prince of Beiyang took the test¡­¡± That remark, whispered in the crowd, didn¡¯t escape Zhao Ziyu¡¯s ears. His brow furrowed. ¡°A test? What test?¡± he asked. ¡°Your Highness, it¡¯s the entrance requirement for this literary meet. All participants must first pass the Flying Flower Order,¡± a servant exined. ¡°Then set the topic,¡± Zhao Ziyu said confidently, showing no hesitation. Zhao Ziyu¡¯s confidence was unshaken. After all, behind him stood the Grand Preceptor of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, a man who had studied countless books and was now quietly guiding him through the challenges via secret transmissions. With such support, what could possibly stand in his way? Unsurprisingly, Zhao Ziyu passed the test effortlessly. As he entered Yunmo Dao Pce, everyone lowered their heads in respect, paying homage to the Crown Prince. Even the renowned Saintesses, Mo Shuiqiu and Lu Miaoyin, had to bow in greeting. Lu Miaoyin, in her elegant green gown, stood as the epitome of beauty, like a lotus in full bloom. She was Zhao Ziyu¡¯s ultimate target. Yet, there was another matter to handle first¡ªLin Qi¡¯an. He needed to put that Crown Prince of Beiyang in his ce. How dare he take what belongs to me? Zhao Ziyu thought. Giving you the woman is only a gesture of respect to your father, Sword Emperor, not to you! ¡°I heard the Crown Prince of Beiyang is also here. Why hasn¡¯t hee to greet me?¡± Zhao Ziyu asked coldly. Mo Shuiqiu responded cautiously, ¡°The Crown Prince¡­ seems to be resting in the courtyard. He wasn¡¯t aware of your arrival, Your Highness.¡± ¡°Take me to him!¡± Zhao Ziyumanded, his hands sped behind his back as he followed Mo Shuiqiu through the pavilions and courtyards until they reached a secluded, quiet garden. There, a shocking sight greeted him. Dressed in a moon-white gown, her delicate features framed by cascading ck hair, was the Saintess of Tianchi, Su Xueni! She was the woman Zhao Ziyu had long desired but never managed to win over. The moment heid eyes on her, a sh of heated desire filled his gaze. But as he took another step closer, it felt like a bolt of lightning struck him. Lin Qi¡¯an was lounging on Su Xueni¡¯sp! Completely at ease, he rested his head on her legs, while she gently yed with his hair, her fingers brushing across his face, a soft smile lingering on her lips. The scene was so intimate, so serene¡ªit filled Zhao Ziyu with an unbearable envy and rage. ¡°Ah-hem!¡± Zhao Ziyu coughed deliberately, trying to draw attention. He fully expected Su Xueni to panic and kneel in respect upon seeing him. After all, she was just a Saintess from Tianchi, nothing of significant importance. But instead, Su Xueni simply gave him an apologetic nce, ¡°Your Highness, I¡¯m afraid I cannot bow right now. I¡¯m busy cleaning the Crown Prince¡¯s ears.¡± Zhao Ziyu nearly exploded with fury on the spot. What kind of Crown Prince am I if Imand no respect? Even a mere maid dares to ignore me! ¡°How dare you!¡± Zhao Ziyu thundered, his voice booming like a p of thunder. ¡°Su Xueni, who gave you the audacity to disregard me, the Crown Prince of Tiang?!¡± If it were the past, Su Xueni would never have dared to speak this way. But now, she only listened to Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Who¡¯s making all that noise?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an murmuredzily, stretching as he sat up, squinting at the intruder. When he realized who it was, a smile spread across his face. ¡°Ah, it¡¯s the Crown Prince of Tiang! Such an honor to have you here!¡± ¡°Ha, I was sleeping so well, I didn¡¯t feel like getting up,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an yawned, then, without a care, leaned back onto Su Xueni¡¯s fragrant shoulder, inhaling deeply as if savoring the scent. His behavior was as roguish as one could imagine. ¡°Your Highness is so mischievous¡­¡± Su Xueni blushed, casting a teasing nce at him. Zhao Ziyu: ¡­ This was clearly intentional. They were mocking him! Unbelievable! As the Crown Prince of an immortal dynasty, he had always stood above others, looking down on everyone from his elevated status. Yet today, he was humiliated like this. And the worst part? He had no choice but to swallow this insult. He couldn¡¯t beat Lin Qi¡¯an in a fight, and the power behind him was only equal to the backing Lin Qi¡¯an had. There was no advantage to be had. ¡®But if I can find a legitimate reason to make trouble for him¡­¡¯ Zhao Ziyu thought. At that moment, Zhao Qingmeng, dressed in a frosty-colored gown, appeared. The little princess, delicate and adorable, drew the attention of those around her. ¡°Sister!¡± Zhao Ziyu called out. ¡°Has Lin Qi¡¯an mistreated you during these past days? If he has, your brother will make things right for you!¡± But Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s expression was cold as she walked past him without sparing a nce. In her future as the Empress of the Immortal Dynasty, she would rule with an iron hand. Zhao Ziyu, however, was nothing more than worthless trash, a constant source of frustration. Lin Qi¡¯an might be a womanizer, but he was far more capable than Zhao Ziyu, who couldn¡¯t even measure up to a single toe of Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Zhao Ziyu, stop spewing nonsense!¡± Zhao Qingmeng scolded him sharply. ¡°Brother Lin treats me very well. He protects me at every turn. What are you shouting for?¡± ¡°If you can¡¯t speak properly, then don¡¯t speak at all. No one¡¯s going to mistake you for a mute!¡± Zhao Ziyu stood there, frozen for a long moment,pletely dumbfounded. ¡°¡­¡± Chapter 108 Chapter 108: A Backstab from a Sister After a full day of selection, a total of 700 people from various sects and factions qualified to participate in the cultural event. In previous years, the number never exceeded 100, so this was a staggering sevenfold increase. Most of the participants were women, each more beautiful than thest. Everyone knew exactly why they were here. This time, not only the Prince of Beiyang but also the Crown Prince of the Immortal Dynasty would be attending! To catch the eye of either of them would be a tremendous fortune. As for the men, they hoped to use this grand stage to gain fame. A ster performance could attract the attention of a prospective match. Even if they couldn¡¯t win the favor of a stunning beauty like Su Xueni, they still had their sights set on the others. ¡°How vulgar¡­ utterly vulgar¡­¡± Ji Bai shook his head and sighed. Soon after, another piece of explosive news spread through the ranks¡ªthe Lin Qi¡¯an would serve as a judge for the event! ¡°What? The Prince as a judge?¡± ¡°I thought the judges were only the Sect Master of Yunmo Dao Pce and the renowned Book Saint?¡± ¡°While the Prince¡¯s talent in cultivation is undeniable, his literary skills might not be up to par.¡± ¡°Yeah, this might upset the real schrs in attendance!¡± ¡°But why isn¡¯t the Immortal Dynasty Crown Prince a judge also?¡± ¡°Perhaps it¡¯s because the Crown Prince has external help, while the Beiyang Princeposes his poetry independently, without relying on anyone.¡± ¡°That¡¯s embarrassing for the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°This is absurd!¡± Ji Bai clenched his fists, his face contorted in anger. ¡°How can Lin Qi¡¯an be a judge? Just because of Beiyang¡¯s power? If this actually happens, it¡¯ll be a disgrace to schrs everywhere. I won¡¯t stand for it!¡± His righteous indignation caught the attention of several participants, and his harsh critique of the Young Lord sparked mockery from those loyal to the lord. ¡°Who do you think you are, daring to criticize the Prince?¡± ¡°I¡­ Heh, you¡¯ll all know soon enough!¡± ¡ª The next evening, under the bright moonlight and starlit sky¡ªscenes beloved by schrs¡ªthe cultural event was set to officially begin. The venue was the Wenqu Waterfall, located behind Yunmo Dao Pce. It was the ce where the Wenqu Emperor had proven his Dao, a site revered by countless schrs. While many admired the Wenqu Emperor, few attempted to follow his path. Throughout history, only the Wenqu Emperor had seeded in proving his Dao through literature, making the road impossibly narrow. Even in a blessednd like Yunmo Dao Pce, which had natural advantages as the Emperor¡¯s ce of enlightenment, the strongest practitioner had only reached the quasi-Saint level, like the Pce Master. Most people viewed poetry as a hobby, not a method of cultivation. However, there were exceptions¡ªSaintess Lu Miaoyin was one such person. She was determined to walk the same path as the Wenqu Emperor, aiming to prove her Dao through poetry. With every word she spoke, the heavens would respond, and one word alone could subdue a thousand enemies. Unfortunately, the poetry left behind by the Wenqu Emperor was extremely scarce. The most famous line was: ¡°Flying down three thousand feet, I suspect the Milky Way is falling from the Nine Heavens!¡± It was because of this verse that the Wenqu Waterfall became a ce of pilgrimage for many. The sheer majesty of the imagery was awe-inspiring. ¡°If only I could study more of the Wenqu Emperor¡¯s poems, I¡¯m sure I could grasp the way to prove my Dao,¡± Lu Miaoyin sighed. Walking beside her was Mo Shuiqiu, and they were headed to greet the Beiyang Prince and the Immortal Dynasty Crown Prince . ¡°All of the Wenqu Emperor¡¯s poems are masterpieces, but they are rare treasures. There¡¯s no way there could be more,¡± Mo Shuiqiu smiled and shook her head. ¡°You¡¯re too obsessed.¡± ¡°If there¡¯s ever an opportunity to find the secret realm left by the Wenqu Emperor, we might discover his unpublished works,¡± Lu Miaoyin responded wistfully. ¡°People say the Wenqu Emperor¡¯s inheritance lies within the Wenqu Waterfall, but our Yunmo Dao Pce has studied it for years without uncovering a single clue,¡± Mo Shuiqiuughed. ¡°Let¡¯s not dwell on it,e with me to greet the Beiyang Prince.¡± ¡°Aren¡¯t we greeting the Beiyang Prince and the Crown Prince?¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is just an afterthought¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s eyes curved into a teasing smile. Fine, she thought. She was curious to see what kind of man had managed to captivate Mo Shuiqiu sopletely. The two women stood side by side, waiting outside. Before long, the Crown Prince Zhao Ziyu appeared, followed by two delicate maids. However, their beauty was significantlyckingpared to those beside Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Greetings, Your Highness,¡± the two women said in unison. ¡°At ease,¡± Zhao Ziyu smiled as his gaze fell upon Lu Miaoyin, openly admiring her. ¡°Are we not going?¡± he asked impatiently. ¡°Please wait a moment, Your Highness. The Prince Lin Qi¡¯an hasn¡¯t arrived yet,¡± Mo Shuiqiu replied. ¡°Wait for him?¡± Zhao Ziyu¡¯s face darkened immediately. I¡¯m the Crown Prince! And I have to wait for him? What about my dignity? ¡°I just remembered I forgot something. I¡¯ll head back to retrieve it,¡± Zhao Ziyu announced, turning to leave. One of the maids quickly chimed in, ¡°Your Highness, I can go fetch it for you!¡± You¡¯re useless! No sense of the situation! ¡°No need, I¡¯ll go myself!¡± Zhao Ziyu said, hands behind his back as he strode away. He needed to make Lin Qi¡¯an wait for him. Why should he be the one waiting? Upon returning to his quarters, Zhao Ziyu instructed one of his attendants, ¡°You, go and keep watch. When you see Lin Qi¡¯ane out, report back to me immediately.¡± After giving the order, he leisurely sat down to drink tea. Momentster, the attendant returned with the news that Lin Qi¡¯an had emerged. ¡°Good. Let them wait for me now!¡± Zhao Ziyu smiled smugly as he reclined on the couch. Let¡¯s see whomands more respect! Mo Shuiqiu and Lu Miaoyin were still waiting patiently. From the courtyard, a tall and graceful figure walked toward them. Dressed in white robes, pristine as snow, his demeanor was extraordinary¡ªLin Qi¡¯an, the Prince of Beiyang, stood out as a figure of unparalleled grace and elegance. His looks alone put him far ahead of the Crown Prince, and behind him followed three stunning maids, each with their own unique charm. Beside them was a little princess in a frost-colored gown, exuding elegance and nobility. At just one nce, Lu Miaoyin was frozen in ce, her eyes trembling with surprise. Lin Qi¡¯an was indeed a rare sight¡ªa strikingly handsome man¡ªbut she had always prided herself on being immune to good looks, caring little for outward appearances. What truly caught her off guard, however, was the mysterious aura subtly surrounding him. A Dao Aura Golden Dragon¡­ Others had to constantly absorb the spiritual energy of the heavens and earth, yet it seemed that for Lin Qi¡¯an, spiritual energy would naturally flow toward him wherever he went. ¡°An ancient and rare Dao Physique¡­¡± she unconsciously muttered, before realizing her slip. She quickly covered her lips with the back of her hand. This physique was extraordinary, for it naturally aligned its bearer with the Dao. Being so close to the Dao madeprehending it easier. She wondered how such a divine physique had gone unnoticed. If this had been known, women from all over the Dao Domain would have rushed toward him. Wait! Su Xueni, the Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land¡ªwasn¡¯t her cultivation supposed to be only at the Heaven Dominion Realm? Why did she now exude the aura of someone in the mid-stage Transcendent Realm? Normal cultivation couldn¡¯t progress that fast. Moreover, there was a peculiar cold energy about her, likely indicating that she had awakened some form of special spirit body. Could it be that she had benefited from Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s Dao Physique? Countless thoughts flooded Lu Miaoyin¡¯s mind, leaving her in turmoil. Eventually, one pressing question remained: If she could gain his help, would she more easilyprehend the Wenqu Emperor¡¯s Dao? That was her lifelong pursuit. ¡°Miaoyin, what¡¯s wrong?¡± asked Mo Shuiqiu. ¡°Nothing¡­ nothing,¡± Lu Miaoyin quickly took a deep breath, calming her thoughts as she regained her usual gracefulposure. However, the storm raging in her heart was impossible to suppress. ¡°Greetings, Your Highness,¡± the two women said, bowing in unison. Mo Shuiqiu, dressed in her elegant Dao robe, and Lu Miaoyin, wearing an ethereal green dress, stood side by side like the most beautiful scene of autumn. It reminded Lin Qi¡¯an of a line from a famous novel: ¡°Her brows were like autumn waters, her skin as soft as the breeze.¡± ¡°Your praise is too generous¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu lowered her eyes, surprised that the prince hadplimented her with poetry. She immediately thanked him with a bow. Noticing Lu Miaoyin¡¯s silence, she quickly nudged her in reminder. To be honest, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s first impression of Lin Qi¡¯an had been far beyond her expectations. She had anticipated that the Prince of Beiyang would be an exceptional man, but only in terms of his cultivation talent. She had imagined him as a frivolous yboy, given how many beautiful maids surrounded him. Yet, to her astonishment, he left such a good impression¡ªdressed in snow-white robes, full of grace, and able to craft poetry with ease. With a slight bow, Lu Miaoyin softly said, ¡°This humble woman is but a novice in talents, yet Your Excellency is unmatched in this world.¡± Mo Shuiqiu: ? Her wide eyes stared at Lu Miaoyin in disbelief. What happened to letting me shine? You just praised him as unmatched in the world right after arriving¡ªwhat is this supposed to mean?! Noticing this, Lin Qi¡¯an smiled subtly, realizing that Lu Miaoyin¡¯s previous animosity toward him hadpletely disappeared¡­ Chapter 109 Chapter 109: We¡¯re Here for Prince Lin Qi¡¯an, Who Do You Think You Are? The literary gathering had yet to officially begin, but already, betrayal brewed between the sisters. Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s chest heaved with anger, her emotions surging uncontrobly. ¡°Move! What are you all standing around for?¡± Zhao Qingmeng snapped, her frustration mounting, as she cursed Lin Qi¡¯an under her breath. As a Princess of Tai¡¯an, renowned for her devastating beauty, she couldn¡¯t believe that all she got from Lin Qi¡¯an was a smack on the bottom, while other women received poetry andpliments. ¡°How is this fair?¡± she fumed inwardly. Mo Shuiqiu, trying to maintain someposure, said, ¡°But the Crown Prince mentioned he went back to fetch something. Shouldn¡¯t we wait for him?¡± ¡°Wait for what? Forget it!¡± Zhao Qingmeng retorted angrily. ¡°Does he deserve for me to wait? Let¡¯s go!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled softly and followed behind Zhao Qingmeng, with the maids naturally trailing close by. Mo Shuiqiu exchanged a nce with Lu Miaoyin. ¡°Hmph!¡± Mo Shuiqiu huffed in frustration and stormed off, while Lu Miaoyin hurried to exin, ¡°I just thought that since the Prince praised us, it¡¯s only polite to return thepliment.¡± ¡°Sure, sure. You¡¯re so dignified,¡± Mo Shuiqiu muttered. ¡ª Meanwhile, in his chambers, Zhao Ziyuy back, feeling incredibly pleased with himself. The thought of Lin Qi¡¯an foolishly waiting outside for him made him chuckle. Suddenly, one of his maids burst through the door. ¡°Your Highness!¡± ¡°They couldn¡¯t wait any longer, could they?¡± Zhao Ziyu asked, grinning smugly. ¡°No¡­ they¡¯ve already left,¡± the maid replied nervously. ¡°What?!¡± Zhao Ziyu shot up from his bed, his face a mixture of disbelief and rage. He rushed outside, only to find the courtyardpletely empty. His expression immediately turned as sour as if he had swallowed something foul. ¡°Damn it¡­ They dared to leave without me? How could they?¡± ¡°Your Highness, it seems that it was Princess Zhao Qingmeng who insisted on leaving,¡± the maid whispered, her head bowed. ¡°Zhao Qingmeng? So she¡¯s siding with that Lin Qi¡¯an now? Very well! As her elder brother, I¡¯ll make sure to teach her a lesson when the timees.¡± ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± he barked, storming out. ¡ª At the Wenqu Waterfall in the back mountains of Yunmo Dao Pce, the surrounding mountains were nketed in mist. The moon hung high in the sky, and the stars shimmered brilliantly. The grand waterfall, over a hundred feet tall, cascaded down like a river from the heavens, sending countless droplets into the air. This was the ce where the Wenqu Emperor had proven his Dao! Around the waterfall, countless lotusnterns were lit, creating an ethereal, dream-like atmosphere. Many first-time visitors couldn¡¯t help but stop and admire the breathtaking view. By now, hundreds of people had already gathered¡ªall participants in the literary event, talented men and women from various sects and factions. ¡°Who is that? How dare they write such a poem?¡± ¡°Apparently, he¡¯s from Qinglian Immortal Ind, but he¡¯s just an ordinary man with no spiritual power.¡± ¡°An ordinary man? He sure has guts!¡± At that moment, everyone¡¯s eyes were fixed on a figure in schr¡¯s robes, who was writing on the stone wall beside the waterfall. ¡°Prince Lin Qi¡¯an has arrived!¡± someone shouted, drawing everyone¡¯s attention. As Lin Qi¡¯an appeared, gasps of admiration filled the air. He was dressed in snow-white robes, exuding unmatched elegance and charisma. However, it wasn¡¯t just his presence that drew attention¡ªit was the entourage that surrounded him. With him were Princess Zhao Qingmeng, Su Xueni¡ªthe Saintess of Tianchi Holy Land and ranked second on the Celestial Fairy and Saintess List¡ªLu Miaoyin, the Saintess of Qinglian Holy Land, and Mo Shuiqiu, the Saintess of Yunmo Dao Pce. There was also Zi Lianyou, the Saintess of Ziyou Holy Land, and another striking beauty, Ran Yuwie, said to hail from the desertnds. Each one of these women was considered a goddess by countless male cultivators. To even catch a glimpse of them was rare, yet here they all were, gathered around the Young Lord. ¡°I¡¯m so jealous¡­ If I could have even one of them, I¡¯d die happy.¡± ¡°Keep dreaming, brother. You¡¯re drooling.¡± ¡°With all these women around him, do you really think the Young Lord has time to notice the likes of us?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, the literary event is just starting. Everyone will have their chance!¡± The group stopped in front of the waterfall, where their attention was drawn to the words written on the stone wall. Mo Shuiqiu frowned as she read the powerful, flowing script: ¡°How could I bow my head and bend my knees to serve the powerful, denying myself the joy of my heart?¡± This verse was a tant mockery, suggesting that everyone present had bent to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s power, bing spineless sycophants. ¡°Who wrote this? Show yourself!¡± Mo Shuiqiu demanded, her voice cold. ¡°I did!¡± came a voice as Ji Bai, dressed in schr¡¯s robes, stepped forward proudly. A murmur of discussion spread through the crowd. ¡°Say what you will, but that poem is well-written. This kid isn¡¯t simple.¡± ¡°True, but to mock the prince so brazenly¡ªdoes he have a death wish?¡± ¡°Ha, just watch. This is going to be interesting.¡± As Ji Bai stepped forward, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s expression soured. He hade to cause trouble under the banner of Qinglian Immortal Ind? Wasn¡¯t this just putting Qinglian in a precarious position? How utterly annoying. Unaware of her thoughts, Ji Bai felt quite pleased with himself. After all, that poem was originally written by the Wenqu Emperor! As the event was about to reach its peak, Ji Bai saw this as the perfect moment to undermine Lin Qi¡¯an and seize the spotlight. At that moment, Zhao Ziyu finally arrived, just in time to witness the spectacle. A grin crept onto his face as he muttered to himself, ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you¡¯ve unted your power long enough. It seems like your moment of downfall has arrived. Let¡¯s see how you handle this.¡± ¡°What are you trying to do?¡± Mo Shuiqiu asked, her tone cold and questioning. Calmly, Ji Bai spoke in a clear, confident voice. ¡°The Young Lord of Beiyang, Lin Qi¡¯an, has abused his power, turning this once-elegant literary gathering into nothing more than a beauty contest, which is utterly disgraceful!¡± His voice rang out, unwavering. ¡°Moreover, he has somehow been appointed a judge for this event, standing on equal footing with the Pce Master of Yunmo Dao Pce and the revered Book Saint. I wrote this poem to remind everyone here not to bow their heads to the pressure of power!¡± His words were bold, and a confident smile spread across his face. He was certain that from this moment forward, everyone would be in awe of his literary prowess. After all, who but a protagonist with his luck would have the courage to stand up to someone as powerful as Lin Qi¡¯an without any cultivation? If he hadn¡¯t shown up, this gathering would have belonged entirely to Lin Qi¡¯an, and winning over Lu Miaoyin wouldn¡¯t have been difficult. Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled. ¡°What are youughing at? Did I say anything wrong?¡± Ji Bai raised his voice, his tone indignant. At this, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s maids, faces now frosty, fought the urge to strike Ji Bai down. Sadly, the rules of the literary gathering forbade any form of physical violence. All disputes had to be settled through literature. ¡°Shall I have him removed, Your Highness?¡± Mo Shuiqiu whispered, ready to act. ¡°There¡¯s no need.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stepped forward and calmly asked, ¡°Tell me, in what way have I abused my power? Did I force anyone to attend this gathering?¡± Upon hearing this, the crowd quickly responded. ¡°Your Highness has done nothing but add a little incentive! No one was forced toe, so how is that abusing power?¡± ¡°Exactly! Participation was voluntary!¡± ¡°In fact, it¡¯s thanks to His Highness that this event is so lively! Don¡¯t use him unjustly!¡± ¡°Right, previous years never had such a turnout!¡± Ji Bai quickly retorted, ¡°More people attending only brings disorder. I wonder how many here slipped in through sheer luck, reducing the quality of this once-prestigious event. It¡¯s truly a shame.¡± His words instantly triggered a wave of outrage. ¡°Who do you think you are, calling us unworthy?¡± ¡°If it weren¡¯t for the rules, I¡¯d p that smug look off your face right now!¡± ¡°Trash! You really think you¡¯re someone important?¡± An overwhelming storm of insults rained down on Ji Bai, drowning him in hostility. His earlier confidence began to waver. He hadn¡¯t expected such an honest remark to offend so many people. ¡°Quiet, everyone,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an interjected, silencing the angry crowd. ¡°Since he believes I¡¯m spoiling the event, fine. I retract my earlier words. Let it be known, everyone is here simply for the pleasure of literature and nothing more.¡± It was as though a boulder the size of a mountain had been dropped into the sea. ¡°No, Your Highness, please don¡¯t say that!¡± ¡°We¡¯re all here because of you, Your Highness!¡± ¡°Please reconsider! Don¡¯t let this fool anger you!¡± ¡°Where is the Pce of Yunmo Dao? How can you allow this man to remain here when he disgusts us all?¡± ¡°I heard he¡¯s from Qinglian Immortal Ind. Saintess Lu, would you care to say something?¡± ¡°This idiot doesn¡¯t know his ce! Your Highness, please don¡¯t lower yourself to his level!¡± The crowd was panicking. They had journeyed from all corners of thend, and the sole reason for their efforts was to win Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s favor. They had burned the midnight oil, improving their knowledge and refining their skills, all in hopes of catching His Highness¡¯s eye. And yet, this fool, Ji Bai, had dared to suggest that Lin Qi¡¯an was abusing his power? The truth was obvious to everyone present. They weren¡¯t being pressured by Lin Qi¡¯an¡ªthey were the ones eager to take advantage of him, hoping to climb the socialdder through him. At longst, Lu Miaoyin spoke. ¡°Get down.¡± Her voice was cold as ice. The Saintess of Qinglian, Lu Miaoyin, was angry. How could this be happening?! Ji Bai¡¯s chest tightened, and his heart sank. Just moments ago, Lu Miaoyin had shared his disdain for Lin Qi¡¯an. But now, why was she angry with him instead? The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone! Chapter 110 Chapter 110: Open Rivalry and Hidden Battles! Are Both Saintesses Giving Themselves to the Prince? Ji Bai¡¯s clownish behavior ended amidst a wave ofughter and ridicule from the crowd. No one took him seriously. Tonight, however, five people were the focus of everyone¡¯s attention: Lin Qi¡¯an, the Prince of Beiyang; Zhao Ziyu, the Prince of Tai¡¯an; Zhao Qingmeng, the Princess of Tai¡¯an; Lu Miaoyin, the Saintess of Qinglian; and Mo Shuiqiu, the Saintess of Yunmo. The first three held the highest political power among the attendees, while thetter two were divine maidens known for their extraordinary talents, admired by all. ¡°Prince, this way, please.¡± ¡°Prince, please take your seat.¡± ¡°Princess, this way.¡± The five key figures were invited to the prime seats in the pavilion, where jade tes filled with delicacies adorned the stone table. The remaining hundreds of talented schrs either took seats below or stood around, awaiting the event. ¡°The Book Saint has arrived!¡± As the white-haired Book Saint took his seat, everyone present showed respect to the revered elder. He was a Saint who had cultivated the Dao through literature and was undoubtedly the most learned person there. ¡°The Master of Books has arrived!¡± The Master of Books, Mo Haitian, the half-Saint and Master of Yunmo Dao Pce, also arrived. His daughter, Mo Shuiqiu, was by his side, and Lu Miaoyin was the sole disciple of the Master of Books. With all key figures present, the literary gathering was ready to begin. ¡°Many thanks to the Prince for saving my daughter during the Great Hunt.¡± Mo Haitian nodded at Lin Qi¡¯an, expressing his gratitude. ¡°It was my duty.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled in response. Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s gaze softened as she watched the Young Lord in his white robes, her heart stirring like the gentle ripples of an autumnke. ¡°Even a half-Saint like Mo Haitian shows such respect to the Prince. His status is truly remarkable!¡± ¡°Wait a minute, why didn¡¯t the Book Saint greet the Prince of Tai¡¯an?¡± ¡°Perhaps it¡¯s because these esteemed elders only value true talent and skill, not those who rely on the influence of others.¡± The Book Saint was well aware that Zhao Ziyu had the assistance of an old national teacher and hadn¡¯t passed the literary tests through his own merit. People of letters held their pride, and they looked down on those who faked their way through. ¡°The following individuals will serve as judges for this literary gathering: The Master of Books, Wang Yi, The Book Saint, Mo Haitian, and Lin Qi¡¯an, the Prince of Beiyang.¡± Hearing this, Zhao Ziyu¡¯s expression immediately darkened. Why is Lin Qi¡¯an a judge, and I¡¯m not? He mmed his hand on the table. ¡°Does Yunmo Dao Pce believe that this Prince is unworthy to be a judge?¡± ¡°Not at all, Your Highness. We simply wish for you to fully enjoy the event, to immerse yourself in its beauty, without the burden of judging lesser works.¡± The response was crafted cleverly, giving Zhao Ziyu a graceful way out. He had no choice but to let the matter drop. ¡°The literary gathering will now officially begin! ¡°Tonight, over seven hundred participants are present, making this thergest event to date. We hope that each of you will showcase your talents and allow others to appreciate and learn from your brilliance.¡± ¡°Pleasee forward in order¡ªmusic, painting, calligraphy, poetry, and chess are all wee!¡± The first round was all about showcasing one¡¯s talents. Since many participants had barely prepared andcked true skill, the easiest way to weed them out was to make them demonstrate their abilities upfront. An open space was cleared in the center,plete with brushes, ink, paper, and instruments. ¡°First up, Xu Feng!¡± ¡°I will present a poetry recitation for everyone.¡± Reciting poetry was considered the simplest method. After all, who among the attendees couldn¡¯t memorize a few lines? Even those who had barely prepared could recite something they had crammed. However, true poetry recitation wasn¡¯t as easy as it seemed. Merely reciting lines was the lowest bar. To truly impress, one had to connect emotionally with the poem, conveying its depth with feeling. The most skilled reciters could bring their audience to tears with a single verse. ¡°Next up.¡± ¡°I will paint a picture.¡± ¡°Next!¡± ¡°I¡¯veposed a poem, please take a look!¡± One by one, the participants took the stage to demonstrate their talents. Gradually, those who were simply there to bluff their way through were exposed, and they could only retreat to the back to watch. The performances naturally divided participants into ranks. The lowest tier was poetry recitation, as most simply recited lines they hadn¡¯t fully understood. Many were eliminated for theirck ofprehension. Next came copied paintings. Most only captured the surface of famous works,cking any real spirit or essence. Further up the scale were performances of music and chess. The highest level, of course, belonged to original works¡ªwhether poetry, painting, or music. These were the true disys of mastery. ¡°Magnificent! Truly brilliant!¡± Mo Shuiqiu had justpleted her painting, capturing the likeness of every single participant at the gathering. The level of detail and skill in her work amazed the crowd. Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s painting showcased mountains, water, and a waterfall, capturing the spirit of each person in the scene, with Lin Qi¡¯an remaining as dashing as ever. ¡°No wonder she¡¯s the Book Saint¡¯s daughter¡ªher talent is incredible.¡± ¡°A painting like this could be worth a fortune!¡± ¡°And to think this is just a rough sketch. Once she refines it, it¡¯ll be a masterpiece. She¡¯s a true genius!¡± After the crowd marveled at her work, the judges were called upon to give their critiques. Lin Qi¡¯an, being clever, waited until the end, allowing the two elders to speak first, so he could echo their opinions. Even if he couldn¡¯t discern all the finer points, he remainedposed, knowing his primary goal was to undermine the Child of Destiny, not to give intricate feedback on everyone else. ¡°Prince Lin Qi¡¯an, your evaluation, please.¡± When it was Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s turn, he followed suit and offered a few words of praise, merely going through the motions. Unexpectedly, Mo Shuiqiu suddenly spoke up. ¡°If the Prince likes it, I am willing to refine the painting further and present it to you as a gift.¡± Her words sparked a flurry of whispers. ¡°My goodness, this is the second time the Saintess has gifted the Prince a painting, isn¡¯t it?¡± ¡°Yes, during the Great Hunt, she gave him one as well. She¡¯s never done this for any other man!¡± ¡°Ah, I¡¯m so envious¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t refuse. Smiling, he nodded, ¡°That would be wonderful.¡± Shortly after, another bombshell dropped¡ªLu Miaoyin, the Saintess of Qinglian, was up next. Her graceful figure and delicate features, wrapped in a flowing green dress that resembled a blooming lotus, left everyone breathless. As she moved, her long, jade-like legs peeked out from beneath her swaying skirt, making her appear like a goddess descended from the heavens. To everyone¡¯s surprise, she chose topose a poem. ¡°Damn it¡­ She promised not to go all out and let me take the spotlight,¡± Mo Shuiqiu thought bitterly, clenching her teeth. She had assumed Lu Miaoyin would hold back, but it was clear now that her so-called sister had no such intentions. Instead, she was giving it her all by selecting poetry, the skill that best showcased her talent. Hmph, so much for sisterhood. It seems that even the graceful Qinglian Saintess isn¡¯t immune to the petty schemes of women. Appearing pure and serene on the surface, but beneath it all, she¡¯s no different from anyone else. ¡°Wha¡ªwhat a beautiful poem!¡± ¡°Absolutely brilliant. Though on the surface it speaks of the moon, I can sense a deeper affection hidden within.¡± ¡°Ah, this is the true essence of literary elegance, using nature to express one¡¯s emotions.¡± As expected, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s poem drew widespread admiration. Finally, Zhao Ziyu could no longer sit still. He suddenly stood up and dered, ¡°Saintess of Qinglian, may I ask if you would be willing to gift this poem to me, the Crown Prince?¡± The Crown Prince had personally requested her work! This small interlude sent waves of discussion through the crowd. Earlier, Mo Shuiqiu had gifted her painting to Lin Qi¡¯an, and now it was clear that Zhao Ziyu felt his pride was at stake. His eyes burned with desire¡ªhe had clearly shifted his focus from the Saintess of Tianchi to the Saintess of Qinglian. However, Lu Miaoyin gracefully knelt, her demeanor calm and elegant as she responded softly, ¡°Your Highness is as noble as a dragon among men. I believe that unless the poem was written by a master of great renown, like my teacher, it would not be worthy of you.¡± She refused him! The crowd was taken aback¡ªno one had expected Lu Miaoyin to so boldly reject the Crown Prince. Thankfully, her reason was sound enough not to offend him too deeply. In fact, Zhao Ziyu even felt somewhat satisfied, agreeing that her reasoning was valid. But her next words sent him into a furious rage. ¡°Prince Lin Qi¡¯an, would you care to ept this humble work of mine?¡± Following Mo Shuiqiu, Lu Miaoyin now also wanted to gift her poem to Lin Qi¡¯an! Everyone was stunned. This kind of treatment is insane¡­ Poor Crown Prince, he couldn¡¯t even get a poem, yet Lin Qi¡¯an gets everything without even asking! The whispers grew louder, with countless people debating the scene before them. ¡°Are the Saintess of Qinglian and the Saintess of Yunmo both vying for Prince Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s favor?¡± ¡°That can¡¯t be right! Maybe Mo Shuiqiu has a chance since Prince Lin Qi¡¯an saved her before, but the Saintess of Qinglian? She¡¯s always been so devoted to her poetry and books. Do you really think she¡¯d actively pursue a man?¡± ¡°You¡¯re right. When you think about it, it doesn¡¯t seem likely¡­¡± ¡°Of course,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied with a smile, epting the poem graciously. As Lu Miaoyin returned to her seat, Mo Shuiqiu greeted her with a warm smile. ¡°Miaoyin, it¡¯s been a long time since I¡¯ve seen youpose such a fine poem. You¡¯ve certainly surprised us all.¡± ¡°Just a spontaneous creation, nothing more¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin avoided her gaze, feeling somewhat guilty. It¡¯s worth mentioning that even Zhao Qingmeng took to the stage, revealing that she did, in fact, possess some talent. ¡°Next, Ji Bai!¡± At the sound of his name, all eyes turned toward Ji Bai¡ªthe Child of Destiny. His moment had finally arrived. The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone! Chapter 111 Chapter 111: May We Live Long, Sharing the Moon Even Thousands of Miles Apart Ji Bai stepped onto the stage, dressed in a simple white schr¡¯s robe, looking quite ordinary. He was the only one among all present who was just a regr person without any cultivation, undoubtedly fitting the protagonist temte. What Lin Qi¡¯an needed to do was simple¡ªridicule him as much as possible during this literary gathering toplete his task. ¡°Isn¡¯t that the guy who wrote a poem mocking the heir earlier?¡± someone jeered from below. ¡°He¡¯s got the nerve toe up here!¡± More mocking voices quickly followed. ¡°Ha! He actually thinks he¡¯s important. Why doesn¡¯t he just leave while he still can?¡± Indeed, this was the typical setup for a protagonist. ¡°Go ahead and mock me now,¡± Ji Bai thought to himself with a smirk. ¡°Soon, I will shatter all your perceptions.¡± He walked to the center and loudly dered, ¡°Today, I, Ji Bai, will create a poem!¡± ¡°What? He¡¯s going topose a poem?¡± The crowd murmured in disbelief. ¡°An original one, no less? Haha!¡± The difficulty ofposing something original was no small feat. Many who forced themselves to create something ended up embarrassing themselves instead. Ji Bai was truly bold. ¡°The title of this poem is, *When Will the Moon Be Clear and Bright?*¡± Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled. So, it¡¯s actually a famous poem from the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s casual writings. Ji Bai had the audacity to im it as his own. He had truly abandoned all shame. Ji Bai cleared his throat, took a few steps forward, and began reciting: ¡°When will the moon be clear and bright? With a cup of wine in hand, I ask the sky.¡± At the first line, the audience was stunned. The opening itself sounded extraordinary, as though questioning the heavens! Such grand ambition¡ªcould it reallye from the mouth of a mere mortal? Suddenly, the spiritual energy of the heavens and earth began to converge on this schr, furiously pouring into his body. ¡°Wait, his cultivation level is rising!¡± ¡°He¡¯s advancing directly to the Qi Refining Realm!¡± ¡°Damn, is it really possible to increase cultivation through poetry?¡± This scene shocked everyone. Ji Bai continued reciting, ¡°I do not know what time of year it would be in the pces on high.¡± As he finished this line, his aura surged again! He had now reached the Spiritual Insight Realm! In just a few breaths, he had leaped from Qi Refining to Spiritual Insight. It was unbelievable! At this moment, the crowd was no longer calm. Even the Holy Master of Literature and the Ink Sage looked at him with new respect. The verses were truly extraordinary! ¡°Dancing with my shadow, I question how itpares to life on earth.¡± With that, his cultivation broke through once more¡ªhe had now reached the Heaven Ascendant Realm! To go from a mere mortal to someone in the Heaven Ascendant Realm in such a short time was inconceivable! Ji Bai felt satisfied within. ¡°I told you, today, you will all see me in a new light. Thirty years of studying were not wasted.¡± Having recited the legendary works of the Wenchu Emperor at the Literary Waterfall, his rise was only natural. ¡°The red mansion turns to lower windows, shining on the sleepless. There should be no hatred. Why does the moon remain so round when we are apart?¡± He had now reached the Heaven Dominion Realm! Everyone was speechless, as though they were witnessing the birth of a miracle. ¡°People experience sorrow, joy, separation, and reunion. The moon waxes and wanes¡ªsuch things have been difficult to perfect since ancient times.¡± With this final line, Ji Bai ascended to the Transcendent Realm. It was truly a breakthrough in a single moment! What took others centuries of hard work to achieve, he had done with just a poem. Such was the terrifying power of a protagonist blessed by fate. ¡°What a line about sorrow and joy, waxing and waning!¡± someone eximed. ¡°This is brilliant¡ªtruly brilliant!¡± Those who understood were driven to madness, their hearts brimming with excitement. Even Lu Miaoyin looked at him with newfound admiration, appreciating his talent. However, after reciting thest line, Ji Bai¡¯s cultivation did not rise any further. This was because the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s writings were iplete at this point. The most crucial part of the poem had been lost! Helplessly, Ji Bai had filled in the missing line himself, but itcked the same depth, greatly diminishing the quality. ¡°Ah, everything before was perfect, but why did thest line suddenly fall t?¡± someone remarked. ¡°Yes, it feelscking somehow. What a pity!¡± The Book Saint and the Holy Master of Wenxiu exchanged a nce, both seeing the regret in each other¡¯s eyes. Had the poem ended perfectly, it would have been a timeless masterpiece, something even the Wenchu Emperor would have been astonished by! Nevertheless, it was still exceptional as it was. Amidst the awe-filled gazes of the crowd, Ji Bai dered, ¡°I have decided to dedicate this poem to Fairy Qinglian, as an expression of my feelings.¡± ¡°Wow¡­¡± someone gasped. ¡°He¡¯s confessing his feelings in public!¡± ¡°Using poetry to express love¡ªhow powerful¡­ he truly is a talented schr!¡± Crash! The sound of jade shattering suddenly echoed throughout the hall, instantly silencing the crowd. No one dared to speak. The prince had thrown his jade cup to the ground, his face clearly filled with anger. Even the maids were visibly frightened. The prince was known for keeping his emotions in check, so why was he suddenly so furious? Could it be that he couldn¡¯t stand Ji Bai stealing the spotlight? ¡°I think¡­ the prince is being a bit narrow-minded.¡± ¡°Although that person¡¯s character isn¡¯t great, the poem heposed just now was truly impressive.¡± ¡°Indeed, this is a literary gathering, and we should support good works. What¡¯s the point of smashing a cup?¡± ¡°Moreover, the prince¡¯s previous evaluations all followed the opinions of the two elders without offering any original insights.¡± Soft murmurs of discussion arose from various corners, and it was clear that everyone was displeased with Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s actions. However, no one dared to speak openly. Only Zhao Ziyuughed and questioned, ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, smashing a cup during a literary event, what do you mean by that? Can you really not stand seeing others seed?¡± The Crown Prince¡¯s challenge resonated with everyone. How would the heir respond? If handled poorly, today¡¯s event might leave him with a blemished reputation. Ji Bai sneered, ¡°I wonder what insights the prince has? Feel free to share.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an retorted sharply, ¡°You want my opinion? Fine, it¡¯s not even as good as the excrement left by stray dogs on the roadside!¡± Such harsh words once again stirred discontent among the crowd. Hisment had crossed the line. Even if he intended to belittle someone, this was not the way to do it¡ªitcked any credibility. ¡°It seems the Prince is getting a little desperate,¡± Ji Bai smirked, savoring the feeling of stepping on the prince¡¯s dignity. ¡°As a schr, giarizing poems and passing them off as your own for fame and fortune is truly nauseating!¡± Wait¡ªwas the prince using him of giarism? Impossible! If such a poem already existed, it would surely be a timeless masterpiece. How could anyone not know of it? Even the two elders shook their heads. ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, don¡¯t nder me!¡± Ji Bai began to panic. After all, he had indeed stolen the poem. But this was the work of the Wenchu Emperor, known by no one else. How could Lin Qi¡¯an see through it so easily? It had to be a baseless usation! However, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s next words left Ji Bai frozen on the spot. ¡°This poem expresses the longing for family. And you? You turned it into a love poem! It¡¯spletely nonsensical! You even want to give a giarized poem to someone else? It makes me sick just thinking about it.¡± The Water Melody: When Will the Moon Be Bright, written by Su Shi, expressed his longing for his brother, Su Zhe, whom he hadn¡¯t seen for seven years during the Mid-Autumn Festival. ¡°How do you know this poem is about missing family?¡± Ji Bai stammered, shocked, instinctively refuting. But the moment the words left his mouth, he regretted it. As expected, the crowd buzzed with whispers. If this poem was truly his own work, why would he need to ask such a question? Shouldn¡¯t he confidently say, ¡°I wrote it, what do you know?¡± ¡°So, it really is giarism¡­¡± ¡°How shameless! It¡¯s disgusting!¡± Ji Bai nced at Lu Miaoyin and saw her beautiful face clouded with frost, her eyes filled with disgust. giarizing poems and passing them off as one¡¯s own was utterly despised. Doing it once might be forgivable, but twice? The prince¡¯s insult suddenly seemed too mild. ¡°Nonsense! Utter nonsense!¡± Ji Bai argued coldly. ¡°None of you have ever heard this poem before, so why use me of giarism? Lin Qi¡¯an, words alone are not proof. If you have no evidence, stop ndering me here!¡± ¡°Evidence? Certainly.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an calmly raised a cup of wine, stood up, and drank it all in one gulp. He then lifted his head to gaze at the moon. ¡°When will the moon be bright? With a cup of wine in hand, I ask the sky. I do not know what time of year it would be in the pces on high.¡± His clear voice, carried by the night wind, echoed in everyone¡¯s ears, stirring waves of emotion in their hearts. ¡°The prince is also reciting the poem!¡± ¡°The tone and feeling arepletely different from before¡­¡± ¡°Yes, the emotion has changed!¡±N?v(el)B\\jnn They listened as he continued: ¡°I wish to ride the wind and return, yet I fear the jade pces are too high, where the cold is unbearable. Dancing with my shadow, I question how itpares to life on earth.¡± ¡°The red mansion turns to lower windows, shining on the sleepless. There should be no hatred. Why does the moon remain so round when we are apart?¡± Upon hearing this, the crowd¡¯s emotions were entirely different from before. Through the heir¡¯s recitation, they could now truly feel the subtle traces of longing within the poem. In the path of cultivation, the sorrow of separation was abundant. Even if you could live for thousands of years, what about your loved ones? Your parents? Perhaps when you left to begin your journey in cultivation, your parents still had thick ck hair, healthy and full of life. But when you returned, they had grown old, with white hair and frail bodies. By the time Lin Qi¡¯an reached this point, no one was speaking. Even the elders of literature and ink had closed their eyes, quietly immersing themselves in the sense of longing the poem evoked. It felt as if time had reversed, allowing them to once again see the loved ones who existed only in their memories. Lu Miaoyin and Mo Shuiqiu, their gazes fixed on Lin Qi¡¯an, followed his recitation, their thoughts drifting far away. But unfortunately, thest line of the poem was poor. It could ruin all the emotions that had been built up beforehand. What a shame. Yet, when Lin Qi¡¯an recited the final line, everyone¡¯s expressions changed. ¡°May we live long, sharing the moon even thousands of miles apart.¡± Chapter 112 Chapter 112: The Secret Realm of the Great Emperor Opens! One Hundred Enter, Competing for Opportunities *People experience sorrow, joy, separation, and reunion. The moon waxes and wanes¡ªsuch things have been difficult to perfect since ancient times. May we live long, sharing the moon even thousands of miles apart.* As Lin Qi¡¯an finished reciting, everyone¡¯s expressions changed dramatically. The final line recited by the Crown Prince waspletely different from Ji Bai¡¯s version! The schrs gathered from all over the country visibly became excited, their bodies even trembling with emotion. That final line¡ª¡±May we live long, sharing the moon even thousands of miles apart¡±¡ªwas beyond what could be described as exquisite. For a moment, no one dared to speak, and the crowd fell into silent reflection, savoring the full poem in the quiet night. After a long pause, someone finally broke the silence with a single word, ¡°Brilliant!¡± That one enthusiastic exmation instantly ignited the crowd like a stone dropped into a still pond, causing waves of excitement. ¡°What an incredible line¡ª¡¯May we live long, sharing the moon even thousands of miles apart!''¡± ¡°That linepletes the entire poem like the finishing touch on a masterpiece!¡± ¡°I never expected thest line to be so profound. It¡¯s on apletely different level from the previous version.¡± ¡°Haha! Truly a timeless ssic!¡± Even those who weren¡¯t true schrs, but rather ordinary people who had managed to sneak in, could tell how much better the Crown Prince¡¯s version waspared to Ji Bai¡¯s. After hearing it, many couldn¡¯t help but silently repeat the lines in their hearts, over and over again. The more they tasted it, the more they discovered its depth¡ªit was simply indescribable. Countless admiring gazes converged on Lin Qi¡¯an. If not for him, today¡¯s masterpiece might have remained buried and forgotten! Even the maids, who had known the Crown Prince for some time, were genuinely surprised. They had no idea the Crown Prince had such literary talent! Handsome, naturally gifted, an extraordinary cultivator, and now revealed to be a schr of considerable merit as well¡ªcould so many virtues truly reside in one man? ¡°I¡­ I think I¡¯ve had an epiphany!¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s beautiful eyes trembled as she felt the energy within her suddenly surge. Previously, when she heard Ji Bai recite the poem, she had thought it was a decentposition. But after listening to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s rendition, and understanding the deep familial longing conveyed within the poem, herprehension had undergone a dramatic transformation! Through literature, she found her path into the Dao. The resonance between the two lifted her cultivation to the next level. In an instant, she ascended from the fourth stage of the Transcendent Realm to the fifth! Lu Miaoyin realized then how right Lin Qi¡¯an had been. If not for him, they would have all been misled. ¡°Magnificent poem!¡±n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om The Holy Master of Literature, Wang Yi, stood up abruptly, raising his wine cup. His deep voice resonated throughout the crowd, ¡°In gratitude to the Crown Prince, this Saint offers a toast!¡± With that, he drained his cup in one go. The other schrs and guests marveled, for a saint who cultivated through literature to offer a public toast spoke volumes about how extraordinary this poem was. Lin Qi¡¯an had be the center of everyone¡¯s attention. Zhao Ziyu, watching Lin Qi¡¯an steal the limelight once again, felt a twinge of displeasure. In frustration, he sent a voice transmission to the National Preceptor. ¡°Is this poem really that good?¡± ¡°A treasure of literature!¡± replied the Preceptor without hesitation. Meanwhile, Ji Bai¡¯s face had turned deathly pale. ¡°Impossible¡­ impossible¡­¡± He staggered a few steps, his lips trembling. How could Lin Qi¡¯an know the poem written by the Wenchu Emperor? It was only recorded in a casual manuscript. How could Lin Qi¡¯an know theplete version? As his mind reeled, the crowd¡¯s disdain intensified. ¡°So it really was giarism, and he didn¡¯t even copy it all!¡± ¡°How disgusting! I can¡¯t believe I was defending him earlier.¡± ¡°Exactly! He insulted our intelligence¡ªwhat a disgrace!¡± ¡°Get out! You¡¯ve embarrassed yourself enough.¡± Those who had previously doubted Lin Qi¡¯an or questioned his abilities now felt overwhelming guilt, wishing they could kneel and apologize. Their guilt quickly turned into anger, and they began shouting usations at Ji Bai. Such a person wasn¡¯t fit to be called a schr; evenmon folk would look down on him. Ji Bai clenched his fists, his gaze turning to Lu Miaoyin in desperation, ¡°Miaoyin, please listen to me! I didn¡¯t giarize it!¡± ¡°There¡¯s no need for further words,¡± Lu Miaoyin replied coolly. ¡°From this day forward, you and Qinglian Immortal Ind are no longer connected.¡± Her delicate features remained impassive, her demeanor cold and distant, as though an unbridgeable chasm now separated them. ¡¾Ding! The path of Ji Bai¡¯s rise has been cut off. His luck value -200, and host viin value +2000.¡¿ At this point, Ji Bai¡¯s fortune had dropped to just 300. Lin Qi¡¯an could easily kill him now and seize his core of fortune. But what was the point? It would be too easy, and the reward wouldn¡¯t be worth much. ¡°Everyone, quiet!¡± One of the schrs spoke up, ¡°May I ask the Crown Prince to reveal the true author of this poem?¡± The crowd was curious. If neither Ji Bai nor the Crown Prince wrote the poem, then who did? Lin Qi¡¯an, without taking credit, calmly replied, ¡°Naturally, it was written by the Wenchu Emperor. Beiyang was fortunate enough toe across a fragment of his work, and I¡¯ve read part of it.¡± ¡°So it was written by the Wenchu Emperor!¡± ¡°Does the Crown Prince have any more unpublished works of his?¡± ¡°Please, Crown Prince, share them with us!¡± The crowd erupted in excitement, their voices filled with anticipation. Lin Qi¡¯an smiled lightly and said, ¡°Indeed, there is one more.¡± Chapter 113 Chapter 113: The Secret Realm of the Great Emperor Opens! One Hundred Enter, Competing for Opportunities Seeing the crowd¡¯s eager anticipation, Lin Qi¡¯an had no choice but to recite another poem, ¡®Drinking Alone Under the Moon¡¯. Originally, he had thought he was here to show off by copying famous poems, but now, the one who had tried giarizing was actually the Child of Destiny, and he had even failed at it. Just as everyone was still lost in the atmosphere of *Drinking Alone Under the Moon*, a thunderous sound erupted. Boom!! The cascading waterfall suddenly exploded! Fierce winds howled, the air distorted, and the Milky Way seemed to reverse its flow. ¡°What¡¯s happening¡­¡± ¡°The spiritual energy of heaven and earth is madly converging there. What¡¯s going on?¡± ¡°What a powerful aura!¡± In the center of the waterfall, a glowing door slowly appeared, with divine light flowing like water. ¡°This¡­ this is the secret realm of the Wenchu Emperor!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince¡¯s poem has resonated with the secret realm!¡± ¡°My heavens, there¡¯s really a secret realm of the Great Emperor here!¡± The crowd¡¯s eyes were filled with wild excitement. If one could obtain the inheritance of the Wenchu Emperor inside this secret realm, they would undoubtedly soar to new heights! Even Lu Miaoyin, usually soposed, couldn¡¯t hide the burning desire in her eyes. After all, her ultimate pursuit was to follow the same path as the Wenchu Emperor¡ªusing literature to attain the Dao! She never imagined that the Crown Prince¡¯s recitation would open the secret realm, giving her a chance to fulfill her aspirations. She felt overwhelming gratitude in her heart. Even the Book Saint, the Ink Saint, and the National Preceptor behind Zhao Ziyu couldn¡¯t maintain their calm. A secret realm of the Great Emperor¡ªwho wouldn¡¯t be tempted? Suddenly, the secret realm unleashed a tremendous suction force, like a vortex in the deep sea. It was selecting individuals to enter! Those being chosen were all the talents who had showcased their literary prowess at the gathering earlier. Others, no matter how much they desired to enter, simply weren¡¯t qualified. ¡°Don¡¯t miss this chance, hurry in!¡± Those who weren¡¯t chosen desperately tried to rush into the secret realm. The Sage of Literature and the Ink Sage also leaped into action. But for those not selected, no amount of effort mattered¡ªnot even saints could force their way in. Without exception, everyone was blocked by the barrier of the secret realm. ¡°The entrance is closing!¡± ¡°Damn it¡­¡± Within just a few breaths, the light around the secret realm dimmed, and the entrancepletely sealed. Hundreds were left standing outside in frustration. Less than a hundred people had made it inside, securing the chance topete for the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s legacy. The rest could only stand by, watching and waiting for the oue. ¡­ ¡°Ah¡­ Where is this?¡± ¡°Is this the space inside the secret realm?¡± ¡°That¡¯s right, we were just pulled in¡­¡± ¡°Wait, we can¡¯t use our spiritual power here!¡± People gradually regained their senses. Among them were Lin Qi¡¯an, Mo Shuiqiu, Lu Miaoyin, and others. Ji Bai had also entered, likely due to the item he possessed from the Wenchu Emperor. To everyone¡¯s surprise, Zhao Qingmeng had made it in as well, having disyed her own literary talent earlier. The near hundred people present were by no means ordinary individuals. ¡°Are you alright?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was the first to express concern for Zhao Qingmeng, after all, she was just an ordinary girl. ¡°I¡¯m fine¡­¡± she replied softly. The group then turned their attention to their surroundings. To their surprise, they found themselves standing on a battlefield covered in rolling yellow sands. Scattered across the ground were broken armor pieces and remnants of weapons, with bleached bones barely visible beneath the sand. The air was thick with an oppressive aura of death. At the center of the battlefield, a boundary line divided the area in two. On the other side, they saw a group of soldiers d in pitch-ck armor. These soldiers were entirely ck, as if sculpted from dark mud. Some wielded swords, others rode on horseback, and some evenmanded chariots. Standing in the middle of them all, a soldier held a battle g high, radiating an imposing presence. ¡°Who would have thought that the secret realm I left behind would truly be opened one day?¡± A voice, carried by the desert winds, entered the ears of everyone present. ¡°It¡¯s the Wenchu Emperor! He left behind a remnant of his consciousness!¡± ¡°This really is his secret realm. We all have a chance to obtain his inheritance!¡± ¡°Quiet! Listen!¡± Even the usuallyposed Saintess Qinglian spoke up, urging the others to silence. She didn¡¯t want to miss any crucial details. This secret realm was her only chance to prove herself through literature and to reach the Dao. She had to give it her all. ¡°In this secret realm, there is indeed the inheritance I left behind, but there is also great danger!¡± the voice continued. ¡°If you are not afraid, you may attempt to break through the four trials. In each trial, the most outstanding among you will receive two words of true power.¡± ¡°But should you fail, all of you will be expelled from the secret realm.¡±N?v(el)B\\jnn Upon hearing this, the crowd was ecstatic. The Nine-Character Mantra of the Wenchu Emperor¡ªLin Bing Dou Zhe Jie Zhen Lie Zai Qian! (TL: There is an exnation to this words in the bottom.) These were his unrivaled divine abilities. Learning even a single character would grant the ability tomand the heavens with words and make decrees that manifested reality! Just one word could destroy a myriad of enemies, suppress all evil, and wield immense righteous power. Only the most exceptional person from each trial would be granted these words. Now, the realpetition of the literary gathering had begun. ¡°How do we pass this trial?¡± ¡°Are we supposed to defeat those soldiers across from us?¡± ¡°But we can¡¯t use our spiritual power here. How can we possibly fight them?¡± ¡°Idiot! This is the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm¡ªit¡¯s obviously about winning with literature, not force!¡± ¡°Look over there, under the sand!¡± someone shouted. Beneath the swirling sands, aplexwork of lines was revealed, dividing the ground into squares. ¡°Wait, is this¡­ a chessboard?¡± ¡°But what kind of chess is this? I¡¯ve never seen it before!¡± Everyone exchanged puzzled nces, even the two saintesses shook their heads, uncertain about whaty before them. All except Lin Qi¡¯an. Looking closely at the central line, he saw the words clearly written: Chu River, Han Border. This wasn¡¯t Go. It was Chinese chess! ÁÙ (Lin) ¨C ¡°Arrive¡± or ¡°Approach¡± ±ø (Bing) ¨C ¡°Soldier¡± or ¡°Troop¡± ¶· (Dou) ¨C ¡°Battle¡± or ¡°Fight¡± Õß (Zhe) ¨C ¡°One who¡± or ¡°Those who¡± ½Ô (Jie) ¨C ¡°All¡± or ¡°Everyone¡± Õó (Zhen) ¨C ¡°Formation¡± or ¡°Array¡± ÁÐ (Lie) ¨C ¡°Arrange¡± or ¡°Line up¡± ÔÚ (Zai) ¨C ¡°At¡± or ¡°In¡± Ç° (Qian) ¨C ¡°Front¡± Literal Meaning: ¡°The soldiers and warriors all form a line in front.¡± Contextual Meaning: This phrase is often seen as part of incantations or spells in Taoism or in the genre of Xianxia, symbolizing the summoning of power, military formations, or invoking protection. It conveys the idea of readiness for battle, as if calling forth forces to arrange themselves before the speaker. Chapter 114 Chapter 114: Chess Match Solution! In this world, the only chess people knew of was Go. Chess, Five-in-a-Row, and other simr games simply didn¡¯t exist. Who would have thought the first trial in the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm would be so tricky! Lu Miaoyin quickly sought out a woman named Qin Hui, a renowned Go yer. In matters of chess, no one present was her equal. ¡°Miss Qin, can you figure out the intricacies of this chessboard?¡± Lu Miaoyin asked anxiously. ¡°I¡­ don¡¯t know,¡± Qin Hui shook her head in frustration, clearly embarrassed. This only made Lu Miaoyin more anxious. She wanted to solve the trial more than anyone, but felt powerless to do so. ¡°I know!¡± Ji Bai suddenly spoke up, his eyes filled with fervor, and a smug grin curled at the corners of his mouth. He recognized this chessboard from the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s notes! He had studied it before and knew how to ce the pieces. ¡°You know? You don¡¯t know sh*t!¡± ¡°Get lost! Don¡¯t mess this up!¡± The others clearly had no trust in him. ¡°Ladies and gentlemen, if you wish to pass this trial, follow my instructions!¡± Ji Bai shouted confidently. ¡°Stand on the chessboard as I direct, taking the ces of the chess pieces!¡± ¡°Fine, let¡¯s give him onest chance,¡± someone muttered. One by one, people stood on the positions Ji Bai indicated on the chessboard. Suddenly, their attire changed! They were now d in armor, wielding swords like battle-hardened soldiers. ¡°It actually worked?¡± The crowd was shocked. Ji Bai sneered, ¡°Anyone who wants to pass the trial, listen to my instructions!¡± More people took their ces on the chessboard, transforming into soldiers. Some became pawns, others knights, and a few even cannons. Soon, sixteen chess pieces were ced. Simultaneously, the ck-armored soldiers on the opposite side also took up their corresponding positions on the battlefield. A massive sh seemed imminent. ¡°What¡¯s going on? Why can¡¯t I move?¡± ¡°Of course you can¡¯t move. You¡¯re a chess piece now; only the yer can move the pieces!¡± The yer, naturally, was Ji Bai. He hovered in the air, overlooking the entire board with an air of authority. ¡°Forward!¡± Ji Baimanded. Lin Qi¡¯an almost couldn¡¯t hold in hisughter. This idiot actually moved the general forward one step¡­ Was he nning to send the general straight into battle? Maybe he thought the piece looked the most imposing. The problem was, while Ji Bai knew how to ce the chess pieces, he had no idea how to y chess! He didn¡¯t even know the movement rules for each piece. Under his ineffectivemand, while their side barely moved, the opposing army¡¯s pieces¡ªchariots, knights, and cannons¡ªswiftly surrounded them in a triangr formation. The result was predictable. One by one, Ji Bai¡¯s ¡°soldiers¡± were swiftly defeated, leaving them in disarray. ¡°This is cheating!¡± Ji Bai yelled furiously, ¡°How can their pieces move like that? It¡¯s absurd!¡± As the game board reset itself, the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s dispassionate voice echoed through the air. ¡°You have onest chance.¡± Ji Bai¡¯s misced confidence had cost everyone a valuable opportunity, instantly igniting the crowd¡¯s anger. ¡°If you don¡¯t know what you¡¯re doing, stop pretending you do!¡± ¡°Get out of here before we throw you out ourselves!¡± ¡°How frustrating! We lost without any chance to fight back!¡± Even Lu Miaoyin was seething with anger. It was bad enough that Ji Bai had embarrassed Qinglian Immortal Ind before, but now he had wasted everyone¡¯s chance in the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm. If she weren¡¯t concerned about maintaining her image, she would have pped him on the spot! ¡°What do we do now? It¡¯s ourst chance¡­¡± someone muttered, despair creeping in. Lin Qi¡¯an, on the other hand, didn¡¯t rush to take action. His chess skills weren¡¯t exactly top-notch either. Instead, he approached Qin Hui quietly. ¡°Miss Qin, may I speak with you for a moment?¡± ¡°What can I do for you, Crown Prince?¡± Qin Hui, dressed in her simple white attire, followed him aside. ¡°As a master of Go, if you understand the rules of this chess game, you should be able to y it just as well,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said. ¡°I¡¯ll exin the rules to you, and you can take over the game.¡± ¡°You know the rules of this game?¡± Qin Hui¡¯s eyes lit up, as though she were seeing a heavenly being. Lin Qi¡¯an then carefully exined the rules of Chinese chess to her. After a brief exnation and a simple mock game, Qin Hui was quick to grasp the concept. ¡°I understand now!¡± Qin Hui eximed, marveling at the unique mechanics of the game. ¡°So there¡¯s a game like this in the world!¡± ¡°Good luck!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled. ¡°I¡¯m confident you¡¯ll seed.¡± Qin Hui nodded and stepped forward confidently to take control of the board. Seeing no other option, the crowd pinned theirst hopes on her. This time, they witnessed what it meant to have a true chess yer at the helm. Qin Hui¡¯s skillful maneuvers were like the shifting clouds and falling rain, directing the pieces with precision. Under hermand, they steadily defeated the opposing pieces, marching forward in a triumphant surge.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om ¡°Checkmate!¡± With a thunderous crash, the ck-armored army was shattered into dust. ¡°We won! We actually won!¡± The crowd erupted in joy, their cheers echoing through the battlefield as they praised Qin Hui. ¡°Miss Qin is incredible!¡± ¡°Without you, we¡¯d never have passed this trial!¡± But to their surprise, Qin Hui simply smiled and shook her head. ¡°There¡¯s no need to thank me. If anyone deserves credit, it¡¯s the Crown Prince. He was the one who taught me the rules of this game.¡± ¡°The Crown Prince taught her how to y chess?¡± The crowd was left astonished once more. ¡°Are you kidding me? The Crown Prince is good at everything?¡± ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Compared to that idiot Ji Bai, the Crown Prince truly puts everyone at ease!¡± ¡°Exactly! Ji Bai imed the Crown Prince had no talent, yet he doesn¡¯t even know himself!¡± Even Lu Miaoyin stepped forward and gave a respectful bow. ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince.¡± Her beautiful eyes shone with admiration and gratitude. This secret realm left by the Wenchu Emperor was far too important for her! If she were forced to leave without achieving anything, she would regret it for the rest of her life. ¡°There¡¯s no need to thank me,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a gentle smile, shaking his head. At that moment, the voice of the Wenchu Emperor echoed again, ¡°Congrattions on passing the first trial.¡± A beam of golden light shot into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s forehead! Since it was his understanding of Chinese chess that broke the puzzle, he was recognized as the most outstanding performer in this round. No one raised any objections. Lin Qi¡¯an felt his mind imprint tworge golden characters: *Lin, Bing!* He had just learned two of the nine-character mantra of the Wenchu Emperor¡ªan incredible divine ability. Suddenly, a door of light appeared on the sandy chessboard, leading to the next trial. ¡°Hurry, we can move forward!¡± one person shouted, and everyone rushed toward the light. Ji Bai, unwilling to be left behind, moved to follow but was kicked to the ground. ¡°Still trying to tag along? Get lost!¡± someone scolded. Furious, Ji Bai clenched his fists but had no choice but to wait until everyone had passed through before following them, head lowered in humiliation. *I¡¯ll make you regret this¡­* As they entered the second trial, everyone was left in awe once again! The first trial had been a sandy chessboard, with humans acting as the chess pieces. But this second trial was something entirely different¡ªa massive painting! The group stood within the painting, as if they were part of it! ¡°This is incredible¡­¡± ¡°No wonder this is the secret realm left by the Wenchu Emperor!¡± ¡°I¡¯ve never seen a painting of such a grand scale¡­¡± Within the painting, there were a thousand scenes of bustling life! People heading to the market, noble processions, people on horseback, andmoners walking with donkeys. There were busy boatmen, porters, and carts being pushed through crowded streets. The painting depicted farms, trees with new leaves, giant riverboats, and city walls¡ªall within one frame, capturing every aspect of life. ¡°This is breathtaking¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu, who specialized in painting, couldn¡¯t help but marvel in admiration. ¡°What kind of painting could epass all of this¡­? Such a painting could only exist in the heavens!¡± Despite their admiration, the group quickly realized they needed to solve the puzzle. How could they break through this trial? Lin Qi¡¯an recognized the painting at once¡ªit was the famous ¡¯Along the River During the Qingming Festival¡¯. He hadn¡¯t expected the Wenchu Emperor to leave trials so well-suited to him. Was this the mutual benefit of being a transmigrator? If it had been anyone else, they might have been stuck here for a long time. ¡°How do we clear this trial?¡± someone asked in confusion. ¡°I thought I was well-read, but in the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm, I feel like I know nothing!¡± Ji Bai confidently dered, ¡°I know what to do!¡± The crowd responded in unison, ¡°Get lost!¡± Eventually, all eyes turned to Mo Shuiqiu. ¡°Saintess Yunmo, do you have any insight?¡± someone asked. Mo Shuiqiu examined the painting carefully before responding, ¡°This painting depicts the grand scenes of a city in full bloom, with carriages, pavilions, and towers bustling with life. However¡­ something seems to be missing.¡± She pointed to a woman in the painting. ¡°Look at this woman. Her hand is stretched out, as if she should be holding a child, but there¡¯s no child there¡­¡± Hearing this, everyone began to ponder. Lin Qi¡¯an then spoke, his words cutting through the confusion like a de, ¡°We can immerse ourselves in the painting and fill in the missing parts to make the painting whole.¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is right!¡± ¡°If we take the ce of these missing figures andplete the painting, we should be able to pass the trial!¡± ¡°Let¡¯s try it!¡± The results were astounding. It wasn¡¯t just about standing in the correct positions¡ªthey had to fully immerse themselves into the roles depicted in the painting. For example, if one became a cart driver, they had to imagine themselves as that cart driver, fully embodying the character to fill in the gaps of the painting. ¡°This is truly remarkable¡­¡± ¡°Look, there¡¯s a group of pigs over here, but one pig is missing!¡± ¡°Who will y the missing pig?¡± ¡°Ji Bai, who else but you?¡± someone taunted. ¡°What! Why me?¡± Ji Bai protested angrily. ¡°Because you¡¯re the most useless!¡± In the end, under the pressure of the crowd, Ji Bai had no choice but to crawl on the ground and y the role of the pig, seething with humiliation. One by one, people filled the missing parts of the painting. ¡°I found another missing piece!¡± someone called out. ¡°Look here, it¡¯s supposed to be a family, but there¡¯s only a child¡ªno parents.¡± ¡°This will require two people¡­ but all the men have already entered the painting, except for the Crown Prince.¡± ¡°It seems only the Crown Prince can take this role.¡± ¡°We¡¯ll have to trouble you, Your Highness.¡± ¡°Who will y the mother and child?¡± another asked. ¡°I can do it!¡± Both Lu Miaoyin and Mo Shuiqiu spoke at the same time. Chapter 115 Chapter 115: ¡°Don¡¯t Talk, Kiss Me!¡± Lu Miaoyin and Mo Shuiqiu spoke almost in unison. Both of them wanted to y the role of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s wife! After they spoke, they instinctively nced at each other, and sparks seemed to fly between their gazes. The rest of the crowd wanted to vie for the role as well, but who couldpete with two saintesses? ¡°Miaoyin, leave such trivial matters to me. You are always calm and reserved, so I fear you may not be able to portray the role of a wife convincingly,¡± Mo Shuiqiu said with a smile.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om ¡°That statement may be a bit biased,¡± Lu Miaoyin replied, shaking her head with aposed expression. Her wless features revealed no emotion as she continued, ¡°Shuiqiu, you excel in painting and should stay outside to oversee the bigger picture. If I can¡¯t do it, we can always switchter.¡± The crowd was utterly dumbfounded. The Yunmo Saintess and the Qinglian Saintess, who were known to be aloof and untouched by men, had never been swayed by the countless suitors chasing after them. But now, both were vying to y the role of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s wife. It seemed that women who imed to be indifferent to love simply hadn¡¯t met the right man. ¡°Step aside, neither of you are fit for this!¡± Suddenly, Zhao Qingmeng, who had been quietly standing by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side, spoke up. She wore an elegant frost-colored dress adorned with golden dragons, her appearance regal and striking, with a beauty that could cause the downfall of nations. ¡°What does the princess mean?¡± someone asked. ¡°Naturally, I will y the role myself!¡± Zhao Qingmeng said with a cold huff, crossing her arms. Mo Shuiqiu raised an eyebrow. ¡°If I remember correctly, your elder sister, Princess Zhao Yunji, was once betrothed to the Crown Prince. Wouldn¡¯t this be inappropriate?¡± ¡°They have already annulled their engagement. What¡¯s inappropriate about it?¡± Lu Miaoyin interjected. ¡°The engagement was just dissolved, and now the princess is getting close to the Crown Prince? It might lead to rumors¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng waved off the concern with a confident smile. ¡°I¡¯m not afraid of gossip. There¡¯s no need to discuss this further!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an, observing the escting situation, thought to himself, ¡¯Are you all done arguing? Can¡¯t you show a little sympathy for the Child of Destiny, who¡¯s still pretending to be a pig?¡¯ In the end, everyone conceded to the princess and allowed her to y the role of his wife. As they entered the painting together, Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng walked side by side through the bustling streets, looking as if they truly belonged within the scene. But that alone wasn¡¯t enough. They needed to act like a real couple in order toplete the painting and fully restore it. Everyone outside the painting watched closely, curious as to how they would manage this. Inside the painting, the two of them stood face to face. One tall, the other petite. ¡°Don¡¯t talk, kiss me!¡± Zhao Qingmengmanded. She stood in the middle of the street, her radiant figure bing the most captivating sight within the painting, as though the entire bustling cityscape existed solely to highlight her presence. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s heart skipped a beat, and just as he lowered his head, Zhao Qingmeng suddenly rose up on her toes, wrapped her arms around his neck, and kissed him on her own initiative! ¡°Wow¡­¡± ¡°Is this really happening¡­?¡± ¡°The princess¡­ is kissing the Crown Prince!¡± The women watching from outside the painting gasped in shock. No one had expected to witness such a scene. If word of this spread, who knew what kind of storm it would stir up in the Cann Dao Domain? As the kiss deepened, the two grew more and more passionate. Lu Miaoyin¡¯s face flushed a deep red, and she turned her head away, too embarrassed to keep watching. As for Mo Shuiqiu, though she covered her eyes with her hands, she couldn¡¯t help but peek through the gaps between her fingers¡­ Meanwhile, Ji Bai, still wallowing in his humiliation while pretending to be a pig, had no idea that Lin Qi¡¯an was savoring the sweetest moment of his life. The Clear Dream of the Shang River painting was finallyplete! Just then, another beam of golden light shot into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s forehead. ¡°It¡¯s another of the Nine-Character Mantra!¡± someone eximed. ¡°Who would¡¯ve thought the Crown Prince would get it again¡­¡± ¡°I don¡¯t ept this! I worked so hard ying my role, why wasn¡¯t it me?¡± Ji Bai was practically roaring in frustration. ¡°Hmph, it was the Crown Prince who suggested entering the painting. You were just along for the ride, so step aside!¡± *Dou, Zhe!* Now, Lin Qi¡¯an had obtained the characters *Lin, Bing, Dou, Zhe*. However, only when he had all nine characters would the divine ability be fully realized. With a sudden shift in the environment, the painting dissolved into nothingness, and another glowing portal appeared before the group. The second trial had been cleared. ¡°Great, let¡¯s keep going!¡± ¡°Onward!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an held Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s hand as they followed the others through the portal. The princess¡¯s face was still flushed, as red as a ripe apple. ¡®Come on,¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an thought to himself. ¡®You¡¯re the reincarnation of an emperess. We¡¯ve done this plenty of times in the past. What¡¯s there to be shy about?¡¯ The two of them joined the rest of the group as they headed into the next trial. The third trial awaited them. This time, the setting was a lotus pond. Hundreds of stone bs with inscriptions on them floated on the water¡¯s surface. It seemed simple enough¡ªjust cross to the other side. Finally, a trial that was easy to understand. ¡°I have an idea!¡± ¡°These stone bs all have words on them. Maybe we need to link the words together somehow?¡± ¡°Easier said than done! There are countless possible paths, but only one is correct.¡± ¡°Hah, what¡¯s the big deal? Just start trying!¡± A man dressed in green took the initiative and stepped onto the first stone b. The word *spring* was inscribed on it. But when he moved to the second b, there were nearly ten different options to choose from! Unsure which to pick, he chose one at random and stepped forward. Suddenly, the space around him warped, and in the blink of an eye, the man vanished from sight. ¡°Wh-where did he go?¡± ¡°He must¡¯ve been teleported out of the secret realm¡­¡± ¡°So if you pick the wrong path, you¡¯re sent out immediately? What do we do now?¡± ¡°If we have to test each possibility one by one, we¡¯ll all be eliminated before we find the right path!¡± As the number of stone bs increased, so did the choices, branching out like growing tree limbs. Later on, there were almost a hundred stone bs to choose from! Finding the one correct path was as difficult as reaching the heavens. And since one wrong step would cause immediate expulsion from the secret realm, no one dared to try recklessly. The group found themselves at an impasse. ¡°Wait, do you think these words could form a poem if strung together?¡± ¡°Whoa, brother, that makes sense!¡± ¡°Quick, everyone! Start thinking, see if we can crack this!¡± The schrs and talented individuals racked their brains, recalling every poem and piece of literature they knew, but no one could match the scattered words with any poem. ¡°I don¡¯t care, I¡¯ll give it a shot!¡± ¡°Go for it, brother, I¡¯m right behind you!¡± About twenty people stepped onto the stone bs, but unfortunately, all of them were expelled from the realm. However, their failures revealed some of the correct words on the path: spring, wind, again. ¡°Spring wind again¡­ whates after?¡± ¡°Spring windes again? Spring wind leaves again?¡± ¡°Ugh, neither feels right!¡± The remaining group scratched their heads, drawing lines on the ground as they tried to figure it out, but to no avail. Lu Miaoyin and Mo Shuiqiu were equally stumped, biting their lips in frustration as they struggled to think. Meanwhile, Ji Bai secretly skimmed through the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s notes but found nothing to help with this puzzle. ¡°It¡¯s green,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s voice broke the silence, instantly drawing everyone¡¯s attention. Since he had led them through the first two trials, everyone trusted his judgment fully. ¡°The Crown Prince said green?¡± ¡°Quick, try that word!¡± ¡°If you¡¯re not going, I will! I trust the Crown Prince!¡± Soon enough, a young woman stepped onto the b with the word green inscribed on it. To everyone¡¯s delight, she wasn¡¯t expelled from the secret realm. The crowd¡¯s eyes widened in disbelief. ¡°It worked!¡± ¡°It¡¯s really green. Amazing, what a clever choice!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is incredible, haha!¡± One by one, admiring nces turned to Lin Qi¡¯an. Without him, they wouldn¡¯t have passed any of these trials. The word green was indeed a stroke of literary genius¡ªone that ordinary poets wouldn¡¯t have been able toe up with. ¡°The next word is river.¡± ¡°River, go ahead!¡± ¡°Let me try it this time!¡± Where once everyone feared taking the lead, they now eagerly vied to step forward, thrilled at the idea of advancing the trial. ¡°Another sess! It¡¯s right again!¡± ¡°My god, the Crown Prince is amazing¡­ How does he keep getting it right?¡± ¡°The Crown Prince must have read the unpublished works of the Wenchu Emperor. He must have seen this poem before!¡± ¡°Thank goodness for the Crown Prince. Without him, we wouldn¡¯t even be in the running for the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s inheritance!¡± ¡®Spring wind again turns the riverbanks green, when will the bright moon shine on me once more?¡¯ This poem was filled with a deep sense of homesickness. The Wenchu Emperor must have left this riddle while thinking of his homnd and family in his final days. Following Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s guidance, the group finally crossed to the other side of the pond,pleting the third trial. Another beam of golden light shot into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s forehead, marking his acquisition of six of the nine-character mantra. Though the others felt some jealousy, they epted it and congratted him sincerely. The group had dwindled to just fifty people¡ªhalf of what it had been when they first entered. ¡°Congrattions on passing the third trial,¡± the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s voice rang out once again. ¡°The path ahead leads to my inheritance. However, it is overrun with demonic creatures, and survival is unlikely.¡± ¡°Those of you who wish to leave can do so now, while you still can.¡± ¡°But once you pass through this door, there is no turning back!¡± The word ¡®demonic¡¯ cast a heavy sense of dread over the group, filling their hearts with unease. The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone! Chapter 116 Chapter 116: Demons Attack, Lin Qi¡¯an Summons the Light of Literary Brilliance! The Wenchu Emperor had set up three trials in the secret realm, with a clear purpose in mind: he wanted to leave his inheritance to a fellow traveler¡ªsomeone who, like him, would enter the Dao through literature, standing on the shoulders of immortal poets and writers. If someone else were to obtain the inheritance but couldn¡¯tprehend it, it would be wasted. In that case, it was better to let it remain forever sealed. However, the fourth trial wasn¡¯t left by the Wenchu Emperor. This trial had demons. Something had interrupted the path of his inheritance with these creatures. Why? Perhaps it was because the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s Nine-Character Mantra had a powerful suppressing effect on demonic and evil forces, provoking certain dark entities. If they could permanently sever his legacy, it would eliminate a major threat to them. To obtain the inheritance, everyone present had no choice but to venture deeper into the danger. This time, it wasn¡¯t just a test of knowledge but a life-or-death struggle. ¡­ ¡°What should we do? There are demons ahead. Should we keep going?¡± someone voiced their concern. ¡°Why would there be demons in the Great Emperor¡¯s secret realm?¡± ¡°I¡¯m not going any further. Demons are terrifying¡ªwho would want to face them head-on!¡± ¡°We¡¯vee this far; if we give up now, all our previous efforts will have been for nothing!¡± In front of the glowing gate, the group began to split into two factions, one ready to advance and the other wanting to quit. Lin Qi¡¯an spoke calmly, ¡°The path to the Dao is a personal choice. If you want to continue, stand on the left. If you¡¯re turning back, stand on the right.¡± ¡°I¡¯m going,¡± Lu Miaoyin said, standing beside Lin Qi¡¯an without hesitation. She was determined, and nothing could make her retreat now. ¡°I¡¯m going too!¡± ¡°Count me out¡­¡± Soon, people began choosing sides. About twenty individuals, including Zhao Qingmeng, Mo Shuiqiu, and others, chose to move forward. ¡°You¡¯re going too?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked, looking at the little princess. ¡°Of course! No one can use spiritual power in the secret realm, so we¡¯re all equal here. I won¡¯t hold you back.¡± ¡°Wait a minute¡ªif we can¡¯t use our powers, how do we fight these demons?¡± someone asked, realizing the looming danger. ¡°Don¡¯t worry. The demons won¡¯t be able to use any extraordinary powers either. The secret realm suppresses everyone, including them, so this is actually our chance,¡± Mo Shuiqiu exined. ¡°Then those who wish to leave, please do so,¡± she added. Most of the group left the secret realm, reducing their numbers to around twenty. Of course, Ji Bai, the protagonist of fate, stayed. After all, moments like this were when he thrived, and he wouldn¡¯t miss such a golden opportunity. ¡°I¡¯m going ahead!¡± Ji Bai dered, stepping through the glowing gate and disappearing from view. ¡°We should go too,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, and the rest of the group followed through the gate. ¡­ They arrived in a deste ce¡ªan endless forest of dead trees. The withered trees looked like skeletal remains, adding to the eerie, barrenndscape. As soon as they entered, regret washed over some of the participants, but there was no turning back. They either had to push forward or perish here. No one noticed that Ji Bai had already quietly separated himself from the group. ¡°Something¡¯sing¡­¡± someone whispered in rm as shadows appeared in the distance. Everyone tensed up as the dark figure slowly became clearer. ¡°It¡¯s a demon!¡± The creature had a triangr head, no legs, but the torso and arms of a human. It crawled on the ground using a long tail, its body covered in ck and red scales with bulging veins and dark marks crisscrossing its hide. As soon as Zhao Qingmeng saw the creature, her body began trembling uncontrobly. Her lips turned pale, and her face drained of all color. ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked her gently. ¡°It¡¯s¡­ it¡¯s a Dark Yin demon!¡± she stammered, her voice shaky with fear. This particr demon awakened deep-seated terror within her. In her past life, when she had been ambushed, these demons had been among her attackers. If bitten by a Dark Yin Demon, any creature would be turned into a mindless puppet under its control, attacking its allies without hesitation. During the war, tens of thousands of people had been turned into these corpse puppets, spreading the infection among themselves like a nightmare. What made it worse was that these demons could hide their presence, moving like shadows, striking before anyone realized what was happening. ¡°Quick¡­ run¡­¡± Zhao Qingmeng whispered in terror. ¡°Don¡¯t worry. I¡¯m here.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an reassured her, already sensing how formidable this demon was. ¡°It¡¯sing¡­ What do we do?¡± someone cried out. ¡°Everyone, this ce feels strange. The literary energy in us seems to be resonating with the environment!¡± someone else noticed. ¡°Wait! This is the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm. Even though we¡¯re all suppressed, we can still draw on the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s power!¡± ¡°The greater the resonance we create with the environment, the more power we¡¯ll gain!¡± Quickly, everyone realized the secret of this strangend. They began reciting poems, their voices filling the air with power. Soon, clear light began to shine from their bodies¡ªthe light of the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s literary brilliance! This light could be used to fight off the demonic creatures. Among them, the light from Lu Miaoyin and Mo Shuiqiu shone the brightest. They looked like immortal beings descending to the mortal world, their brilliance so overwhelming that it was hard to look directly at them. ¡°Come on, let¡¯s fight our way through together!¡± ¡°As long as we work together, we might be able to make it!¡± With united hearts, the group invoked the power of their literature to draw on the might of the Wenchu Emperor. The whole team was bathed in the radiant light of literary energy, and their collective strength made the Youyin demon hesitate, causing it to retreat a few steps. ¡°It¡¯s working!¡± ¡°Don¡¯t stop! Keep going, everyone, push forward!¡± The group began to slowly push forward. In the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm, literary talent was their greatest weapon. Each person, being a talented schr or noble, was able to invoke the power of the realm. However, as they delved deeper into the forest, they encountered more and more demons. Initially, there were only one or two, then three or four, and eventually as many as seven or eight appeared! In the shadows, Ji Bai was watching andughing to himself. ¡°This is my perfect stage,¡± he thought, his expression dark with glee. ¡°All the humiliation I¡¯ve suffered, I¡¯ll repay today!¡± With the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s notes in his possession, Ji Bai found it easy to manipte the power of the secret realm. At this moment, he was intentionally attracting nearby monsters and directing them toward Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s group! Once they were overwhelmed, he would swoop in as the hero, saving Lu Miaoyin while leaving the others to fend for themselves. In one move, he could get rid of Lin Qi¡¯an, win the affection of the beautiful saintess, and im the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s inheritance for himself. His n was wless. The more demons, the better! ¡­ ¡°What do we do? There are more and more demons surrounding us¡­¡± ¡°How much farther until we¡¯re through this dead forest? I can¡¯t hold on much longer!¡± ¡°Everyone, hold on! Don¡¯t stop moving!¡± As the number of demons increased, so did the pressure from the surrounding demonic energy. Although they were able to keep the demons at bay with their literary powers, the ck demonic aura was constantly gnawing at the light they had summoned. The pressure was immense, and even Lu Miaoyin, with her usualposure, was starting to sweat, her pale neck glistening. Invoking their literary energy to resonate with the secret realm was draining everyone¡¯s stamina, and it seemed likely that some would copse from exhaustion before they reached the end. Suddenly, more demons rushed at them! These ones were no longer keeping their distance¡ªthey were charging aggressively,unching an all-out attack on the protective light surrounding the group. ¡°I¡­ I can¡¯t keep going!¡± One of the men copsed to his knees, blood trickling from his nose and mouth. Just like that, a tiny crack had formed in the dam, and the bnce of the group¡¯s defense began to fall apart. ¡­ The protective light began to dim, almost entirely overwhelmed by the encroaching demonic energy. With the demons closing in from all sides, a sense of hopelessness gripped the group. Despair and helplessness weighed heavily on their hearts. ¡°Heh, finally, they¡¯re at their breaking point,¡± Ji Bai thought with a cold smile. He was confident that he could keep himself safe. The moment for his grand entrance was near. He would soon step in and shock everyone with his heroism. But then, a powerful voice rang out through the forest, interrupting his n. ¡°Heaven and earth possess righteous energy, it manifests in many forms!¡± In an instant, a blinding burst of golden light erupted from within the group, shining as brilliantly as the sun. The demons recoiled in terror, driven back by the intense radiance. ¡°Crown¡­ Crown Prince?¡± someone muttered in disbelief, staring at the source of the light. Yes, the source of the brilliant golden light was none other than Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°It descends to mountains and rivers, and rises to the sun and stars. In man, it is called the grand spirit, a mighty force that fills the universe!¡± As Lin Qi¡¯an recited the next lines, his body became encased in divine light, as if he were a deity descending to earth. Everyone stood in stunned silence, watching him in awe. The resonance he had invoked with the secret realm was beyond anything they had ever seen. Lu Miaoyin immediately felt the pressure on her ease. She exhaled a sigh of relief, looking at Lin Qi¡¯an with admiration and wonder in her eyes.@@novelbin@@ ¡°The Crown Prince¡¯s literary brilliance alone might be enough to save us all,¡± someone whispered. Lin Qi¡¯an was reciting from The Ode to Righteousness! This particr poem invoked the powerful force of righteous energy, which was highly effective in suppressing demons and evil entities. As he continued, the surrounding demons retreated further, and the weaker ones even copsed to the ground, trembling. ¡°Follow the Crown Prince! Let¡¯s go!¡± someone shouted. Lin Qi¡¯an led the way, his radiant light clearing a path forward. The rest of the group followed closely behind, with not a single demon daring to approach. Even Zhao Qingmeng, whose fear had previously paralyzed her, now felt a wave of relief. Her small hand clung to the edge of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s robe, as if drawingfort from his presence. ¡°This¡­ this can¡¯t be happening¡­¡± Ji Bai¡¯s face turned ashen as if he had been struck by lightning. His carefullyid n had been shattered. Worse yet, the demons he had attracted toward Lin Qi¡¯an now avoided him entirely and instead began to turn their attention toward Ji Bai himself! The once-confident Ji Bai now found himself facing the horde of demons, which were closing in fast. Chapter 117 Chapter 117: Sword Sweeps the Demons, Ji Bai is Killed! ¡°Qingmeng¡± Fills the River and Stars Under Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s lead, no demon dared to approach the group. He had almost fully harnessed the power of the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm! The group was filled with immense gratitude. Who would have thought that in each of the four trials, they had all relied on the Crown Prince to get through? If anyone was truly worthy of receiving the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s inheritance, it had to be Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Look, we¡¯re almost at the end!¡± ¡°Finally¡­ we¡¯re really getting out of here!¡± Atst, the eerie forest of dead trees came to an end. Once outside, they found themselves on the shore, where arge ship was docked by the water¡¯s edge. ¡°Once we board the ship, we can escape!¡± ¡°Hurry, get on the ship!¡± ¡°Crown Prince, please board first!¡± No one had forgotten Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s contributions, so they all urged him to be the first on the ship. However, Lin Qi¡¯an had other ns¡ªhe was waiting to deal with the Child of Destiny, Ji Bai. Smiling calmly, he waved them ahead. ¡°You all go first. I¡¯ll stay behind and guard.¡± Zhao Qingmeng hesitated, not wanting to leave his side, but he urged her on. The group was astonished at his selflessness¡ªhow could there be someone so noble, who put others first even after doing all the heavy lifting? Without further hesitation, everyone boarded the ship as quickly as possible, while Lin Qi¡¯an stayed on the shore, keeping the demons at bay. ¡°Crown Prince, hurry and get on!¡± people called from the ship. At that moment, a panicked figure suddenly burst out of the forest¡ªit was none other than Ji Bai, wearing his schr¡¯s robes. ¡°Wait for me, wait for me!¡± Ji Bai shouted as he ran, a horde of demons chasing closely behind him, swarming like a ck tide. ¡°It¡¯s Ji Bai!¡± ¡°He went off on his own and still survived?¡± ¡°This guy is seriously lucky!¡± But Lin Qi¡¯an knew better. He could tell that most of the demons had been lured by Ji Bai. It was about time to deal with him. Ji Bai¡¯s remaining fortune value was less than 300. ying him now would allow Lin Qi¡¯an to im his core of fortune. ¡°Wait for me! I need to get on the ship too!¡± Ji Bai shouted in desperation. ¡°Thank you, Crown Prince!¡± Inside, Ji Bai wasughing. ¡®What an idiot! This stupid Crown Prince is actually waiting for me! Does he really think I¡¯m worth saving?¡¯ Suddenly, Lin Qi¡¯an spoke. His voice was calm, yet filled with an overwhelming presence of righteous energy. ¡°Three thousand guests drunk on blooming flowers, a single sword chills fourteen provinces.¡± As the verse rang out, the wind howled violently. The rivers surged, and the sky darkened! A tremendous, unstoppable force surged from the heavens and earth, all of it flowing into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s body. ¡°What terrifying literary resonance!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is drawing upon all the power of the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s secret realm¡­¡± ¡°A single sword chills fourteen provinces.¡± ¡°How imposing!¡± The schrs and nobles on the ship stared at Lin Qi¡¯an with awe and admiration. What they witnessed next was a scene they would never forget for the rest of their lives. With a casual wave of his hand, Lin Qi¡¯an released an invisible sword qi. It swept forward like a storm, tearing through everything in its path. Where it passed¡­ Sand and stones flew through the air! The ground itself was uprooted! Grass and trees were torn apart! The wind roared, and the rivers surged! Everything in the natural world seemed ready to submit to this single sword strike. At the very front of this unstoppable force was Ji Bai, running for his life. His body was torn apart in mid-air, his wide eyes filled with disbelief. Even as he turned to dust, he couldn¡¯tprehend why Lin Qi¡¯an would kill him so openly in front of everyone. ¡°No!!!¡± Ji Bai perished without a trace, his body disintegrated into ashes. Immediately after, the horde of demons that had been pursuing him like a ck tide also met their end, obliterated by the same sword qi. ck blood and chunks of flesh sttered everywhere, creating a horrifying scene. Lin Qi¡¯an stood there, his white robes fluttering in the wind, his sword having eradicated the demonic horde. After finishing off the demons, Lin Qi¡¯an calmly stepped onto the ship. He was greeted by a stunned silence, followed by the sound of gasps and people drawing in sharp breaths. ¡°This¡­ this is terrifying!¡± ¡°I can¡¯t believe what I just saw¡­¡± ¡°In a secret realm where all spiritual power is suppressed, the Crown Prince can still summon this world-ending force. He truly is a god-like figure!¡± A wave of awe and admiration spread through the crowd as everyone tried toprehend the power they had just witnessed. As for Ji Bai¡¯s death, no one mourned him. In fact, most people were relieved¡ªhe had been nothing but a nuisance for a long time. Lu Miaoyin covered her mouth with her hand, her beautiful eyes trembling. Her mind was still immersed in the awe-inspiring sight of that single sword strike, and she hadn¡¯t yet recovered from the shock. She had once said that, no matter how exceptional the Crown Prince of Beiyang was, she wouldn¡¯t be interested. But now, she realized she had been wrong. The issue wasn¡¯t about Lin Qi¡¯an being exceptional¡ªit was about her not being worthy of him! Her heart raced with admiration and longing, and she no longer bothered to hide her feelings. Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s emotions were also in turmoil. The Crown Prince was brave, powerful, and his literary talent was unmatched. She felt a sudden urge to take out her paintbrush and immortalize the moment of that sword strike, as a gift to Lin Qi¡¯an, to express her feelings. Even Zhao Qingmeng, who knew Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s true nature, couldn¡¯t help but gaze at him in a daze, her eyes slightly unfocused. The ship began to move, leaving ripples in the water. The waves that rocked the boat were nothingpared to the waves of emotion in the hearts of those on board. ¡ª ¡¾Ding! You have sessfully killed the Child of Destiny ¡°Ji Bai.¡±¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! You have imed the Fortune Core ¡°Wenchu Emperor¡¯s Notes,¡± gaining +50 luck points.¡¿ ¡¾Congrattions! You have sessfully killed the protagonist of fate. Viin Points +50,000.¡¿ ¡¾You have obtained a Luck Treasure Chest. Would you like to open it now?¡¿ ¡°Open.¡± ¡¾Congrattions! You have gained an additional 50,000 Viin Points.¡¿ The fight had been rtively easy, and he hadn¡¯t even lost much fortune value. Earning 100,000 Viin Points in total was quite the haul. Once the flurry of admiration and praise died down, someone finally gathered the courage to ask, ¡°Crown Prince, why did you kill Ji Bai?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an looked at the questioning faces and answered casually, ¡°He was an eyesore, so I killed him.¡± He could have exined that Ji Bai had lured the demons to harm them, but as a viin, did he really need to justify killing someone? Ji Bai was nothing more than a clown. ¡°Well done! I fully support the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°Me too! That guy had iting, he was asking for death!¡± Even Lu Miaoyin agreed, feeling that Ji Bai¡¯s death was no loss¡ªat least he wouldn¡¯t be around to trouble the Crown Prince any longer. At this moment, the ship had sailed out into the sea. The water was calm, and the night sky was filled with countless stars, resembling a river of stars draped across the heavens¡ªbeautiful beyond words. Everyone marveled at the breathtaking scenery. Who would have thought that after all the trials, they would witness such a dreamlike vista? It seemed that the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s inheritance and the final character of the Nine-Character Mantra would be found on this very ship. ¡°You¡¯vee this far, so many of you reaching the sea of stars. This surprises me,¡± the voice of the Wenchu Emperor echoed from above, causing everyone to listen intently. ¡°However, only two people can inherit my legacy. One of them is him.¡± With that, a beam of golden light shot into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chest. No one had any objections to Lin Qi¡¯an being chosen. It was only fitting. He had led them through every trial, proving his worth. But who would be the second chosen one? Everyone exchanged nces, and tension began to build. The air was thick withpetition. ¡°The second person will be decided through the Flying Flower test. The theme is ¡®stars.¡¯¡± ¡°Whoever remains at the end will be the one eligible to receive the inheritance.¡± Flying Flower! No one had expected the second person would be chosen through a poetic duel like this. Wait¡ªdidn¡¯t that mean the winner would get to inherit the Wenchu Emperor¡¯s legacy alongside the Crown Prince? And wouldn¡¯t that make her the most outstanding woman in the eyes of the Crown Prince? Mo Shuiqiu, Lu Miaoyin, and many other women felt a surge of determination in their hearts. The finalpetition would take ce here. Without hesitation, Lu Miaoyin stepped forward and recited a famous poem featuring the word stars. Going first was always the best move! She quoted one of the most famous lines about stars in all poetry, leaving the others feeling the pressure. They quickly began reciting their own lines, eager not to fall behind. Out of the nearly twenty people left, thirteen were women, each of whom recited a line featuring the word *stars. Everyone passed the first round of the Flying Flower challenge. Except for Zhao Qingmeng.@@novelbin@@ All eyes turned to the little princess. People thought she was sure to be eliminated for not reciting anything yet. The challenge was based not only on who could keep up but also on whose poetry was the most moving. Failing to continue meant losing any chance of winning. Zhao Qingmeng stood in her frost-colored gown, adorned with golden dragons, her posture elegant beneath the starry sky. A small smile curved on her delicate lips, making her look like a celestial spirit in the night¡ªcharming and ethereal. ¡°Drunk, I knew not the skyy in the water, as the boat of dreams pressed heavy on the stars.¡± This line had been burned into her memory, a verse Lin Qi¡¯an had once used to tease her. She had kept it locked deep in her heart, and now, it hade to perfect use. As soon as the words left her lips, the ship fell into a stunned silence. Everyone took a moment to fully appreciate the line, their expressions slowly shifting to disbelief. ¡°This¡­ this is another timeless masterpiece!¡± ¡°Such artistic beauty, truly divine!¡± ¡°I admit defeat. I¡¯ve lost¡­¡± One by one, the others bowed in defeat. Even Lu Miaoyin couldn¡¯t help but feel a wave of frustration wash over her. She knew she had lost. Indeed, aside from Zhao Qingmeng and Lin Qi¡¯an, the rest of the group began to glow faintly with white light before their bodies dimmed and disappeared one after another, sent out of the secret realm. Now, under the brilliant starry sky and aboard the solitary ship, only Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng remained. ¡°Excellent poem,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an remarked with a smile. He hadn¡¯t expected that even the reincarnated empress would be a ¡°literary giarist.¡± ¡°Surprised?¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s eyes twinkled mischievously like crescent moons. ¡°Just apliment on the poem? Don¡¯t you have anything more to say?¡± ¡°Well, the person who recited it is just as wonderful,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said as he stepped forward, wrapping his arms around the little princess and pulling her into his embrace. Her soft, delicate body was fragrant and intoxicating. If he were to indulge in her here and now, there would be no one to discover her unique physique, and no trouble would arise from it. After all, the remnant soul of the Wenchu Emperor had already disappeared, and no one would disturb them. ¡°What are you doing¡­?¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s heart raced, her eyes wide and filled with a captivating sparkle. ¡°You know, my nickname is ¡®Star River.¡¯¡± ¡°Pfft!¡± Zhao Qingmengughed softly, but before she could react further, she leaned into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chest and pressed her lips to his of her own ord. Under the glittering stars, bathed in the clear, cool moonlight, their boat drifted through the river of stars. The boat of ¡°Qingmeng¡± pressed heavy upon the heavens. Chapter 118 Chapter 118: Breaking Through to the Celestial Realm! Have the Demons Emerged from the Secret Realm? Zhao Qingmeng, with the Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Physique, was aplete mortal before today, unable to utilize any spiritual energy. However, after today, all her spiritual apertures were fully opened! She had be an ultimate genius, just like Lin Qi¡¯an. Her path to bing an Empress had now begun. As for Lin Qi¡¯an, he had just enjoyed one of the world¡¯s most supreme furnaces! This furnace would make all future realm breakthroughs much easier for him. Their first union brought him an immensely obvious boost in cultivation. He swiftly advanced through the Transcendent Realm: ¨C Transcendent Realm, Eighth Layer! ¨C Transcendent Realm, Ninth Layer! ¨C Peak of the Transcendent Realm! With a surge of crimson light shooting into the sky, it ascended to the highest heavens, shining in harmony with the moon¡¯s light. Lin Qi¡¯an had broken through to the Celestial Realm! His aura instantly multiplied in strength, bing far more terrifying. The gap between the Transcendent and Celestial Realms was as vast as the difference between the moon and the sunpletely different levels of power. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s advancement was even more astonishing. She skipped five major realms in a single step: ¨C Body Tempering ¨C Qi Refining ¨C Spiritual Insight ¨C Heaven Ascendant ¨C Heaven Dominion If word of this got out, it would likely drive everyone in the Cann Dao Domain mad, especially if Zhao Yunji heard about it¡ªher reaction would surely be priceless. However, this was far from over. There was still plenty of time ahead, and the two could slowly contemte the meaning of ¡°wind, flower, snow, and moon¡± in a leisurely manner. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s delicate feet could also be properly admired during this time¡­ ¡ª Ding! Congrattions to the Host forpleting the Viin Mission. Viin Points +100,000! Even Lin Qi¡¯an hadn¡¯t expected Zhao Qingmeng to be the one to help himplete the mission. He had thought it would have been Mo Shuiqiu or Lu Miaoyin. ¡°Men, no matter how well they hide it, they can¡¯t deny their true nature, hmph!¡± Zhao Qingmeng crossed her arms and snorted coldly. Earlier, he had pretended to be so proper, but now wasn¡¯t he enjoying himself fully? ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, are you disappointed it was me in the end?¡± ¡°Not at all, I¡¯m more than happy!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied quickly. ¡°Haha, I saw it! When Lu Miaoyin left, there was a hint of disappointment in your eyes!¡± ¡°That¡¯s nonsense! How could Qingmeng be any less than her? I adore you!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an protested. ¡°Now you¡¯re being quite honest!¡± Zhao Qingmeng teased. Lin Qi¡¯an thought to himself, ¡®With you destined to be a Great Emperor, how could I dare not be honest?¡¯ Their cultivation session ended, and the two entered the boat to receive the inheritance of Emperor Wenqu. However, neither of them was particrly interested in his Dao. Zhao Qingmeng had her own path to follow, and Lin Qi¡¯an would never walk someone else¡¯s path. Thus, Lin Qi¡¯an took the inheritance with the thought that he might use itter to recruit Lu Miaoyin, who was very interested in such matters. Thest word of the Nine Words of Truth Divine Ability also fell into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s hands: ¡°Proim that the soldiers are arrayed before me!¡± With this divine ability, he would no longer need to fear any demonic or wicked entities wherever he went. For Lin Qi¡¯an, cultivation was simple¡ªhe could just spend Viin Points. With 220,000 points in his possession, he could afford to splurge a little. ¡°We can stay here a bit longer while Iprehend the Nine Words of Truth,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said. ¡°Suit yourself,¡± Zhao Qingmeng replied, feeling quite content. Although she didn¡¯t get to strike first, she had still imed her share of the prize and sessfully entered the path of cultivation. Of course, her growing rtionship with Lin Qi¡¯an was the main reason for her happiness. Funny, she had initially nned to kill him right after her rebirth, yet now she had fallen for him. Lin Qi¡¯an, on the other hand, wasn¡¯t thinking too much. He focused onprehending the Nine Words of Truth Divine Ability. For ordinary people, mastering one or two divine abilities could take a lifetime, and even then, they might not be perfected. But Lin Qi¡¯an could use Viin Points to directly cultivate them. A full day passed. The Nine Words of Truth Divine Ability could now be directly cultivated using Viin Points. ¨C Nine Words of Truth¡ª(Fourth Layer) Cost: 50,000 Viin Points ¨C Ten Thousand Poison Immunity (50% ¡ú 100%) Cost: 170,000 Viin Points After using up all his Viin Points, Lin Qi¡¯an finally perfected his Ten Thousand Poison Immunity! From now on, no poison would ever be effective on him again, even those that could terrify a Great Emperor or poisons from ancient demonic creatures. Even if he was bitten by a Dark Yin Demon, he wouldn¡¯t be a zombie puppet. With this ability, he feltpletely at ease. The Nine Words of Truth had also been cultivated to a usable state. Now, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s status panel had undergone a tremendous transformation: ¨C Host: Lin Qi¡¯an Identity: Crown Prince of Beiyang, Tiang Immortal Dynasty Cultivation: Celestial Realm, First Layer Techniques: Sword Manifestation (Fourth Layer), Yang me Departure (Fourth Layer), Nine Heavens Thunder Movement (Fourth Layer) Physique: Dragon Yang Dao Physique, Innate Sword Bone, Ancestral Dragon Divine Body (30%), Ten Thousand Poison Immunity (Perfect) Divine Abilities: Ten Thousand Swords to Court (Fourth Layer), Nine Words of Truth (Fourth Layer) Treasures: Nine Yang Divine Sword, Seven Petal Blood Heart Lotus, Immortal Fairy Goddess Diagram Viin Points: 0 Luck Value: 300 (Green) Special: Heavenly Fated Viin Divine Eyes ¡ª His cultivation, physique, and divine abilities had all advanced, and hisbat power had skyrocketed! Although he had just reached the Celestial Realm, he was already invincible at that level. ¡°It¡¯s about time we head out, don¡¯t you think?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, looking at the little princess resting in his arms. ¡°Let¡¯s go. I can¡¯t wait to see my sister again!¡±@@novelbin@@ Together, they stepped into the light gate on the boat and left the secret realm of Emperor Wenqu. ¡ª Outside, over seven hundred people, including the Saint of Ink and the Saint of Literature, were still waiting. They had not left yet, waiting for the Crown Prince and the little princess to emerge. No one had expected the Crown Prince and the princess to be the ones to receive Emperor Wenqu¡¯s inheritance. The two Saintesses were especially disheartened, not having spoken for a whole day. They couldn¡¯t believe they had been outdone by outsiders¡­ ¡°Why haven¡¯t the Crown Prince and the princesse out yet?¡± someone muttered in disbelief. ¡°Right, it¡¯s already been an entire day¡­¡± ¡°Could something have happened to them?¡± ¡°Maybe they¡¯re still insideprehending the Great Emperor¡¯s divine abilities?¡± Everyone was murmuring, sharing their concerns. Several maids were particrly worried, fearing that something might have happened to the Crown Prince. However, since even Saints couldn¡¯t enter the secret realm, there was nothing they could do but wait. Fortunately, they didn¡¯t have to wait much longer. Suddenly, the space rippled, and two figures emerged from the light gate¡ªit was Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng. ¡°Your Highness, the Crown Prince!¡± ¡°His Highness is finally out!¡± Everyone rushed over to greet them. Lu Miaoyin, who was particrly concerned about the inheritance of Emperor Wenqu, quickly realized she was standing too close and stepped aside to make space for others. ¡°Celestial¡­ Celestial Realm!¡± When they discovered Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s current realm, the crowd¡¯s astonishment was endless. If they remembered correctly, the Crown Prince was only at the mid-stage of the Transcendent Realm when he entered the secret realm. Now, he hade out directly at the Celestial Realm. This was the result of hundreds, if not thousands, of years of arduous cultivation for most people! And he had achieved it in just one day. Was there even a point for others to keep trying? ¡°Your Highness, did you really obtain the inheritance of Emperor Wenqu?¡± ¡°Could you share some insights with us¡­?¡± ¡°Of course he did! How else could His Highness have progressed so much?¡± But when they sensed Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s aura, they were truly shocked beyond reason. She, the princess who couldn¡¯t cultivate, had reached the Heaven Dominion Realm? This was outrageous! Not only were the onlookers astonished, but even Su Xueni and the others couldn¡¯t close their mouths in disbelief. The only usible exnation was the effect of Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s Supreme Yin Jade Maiden Physique. Yet, even if they had cultivated together, the progress was still unbelievably fast! Over the past two days, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s emotions had fluctuated more than in the past several decadesbined. A Dao physique truly had the power to send someone soaring to the heavens! Now, the Crown Prince was not only in possession of a Dao physique but had also obtained the inheritance of Emperor Wenqu and was a brilliant schr. She had finallye to terms with it¡ªif she couldn¡¯t obtain the inheritance herself, bing the Crown Prince¡¯s woman would be just as good for achieving her goals. In the future, she¡¯d likely have topete with Shuiqiu for his favor. The congrattory voices and curious inquiries blended into a single, lively chorus, but amidst all this, the entrance to the secret realm suddenly began to stir. ck shapes started crawling out. ¡°Ah! What is that?¡± someone screamed. ¡°It¡¯s¡­ it¡¯s demons! The demons from the secret realm areing out!¡± In the midst of their panic, a man was bitten by a shadowy figure. His body immediately contorted, bones twisting unnaturally, and he transformed into a zombie puppet. Like a rabid dog, he lunged at the people around him. ¡°Help! Somebody help!¡± The crowd was gripped with terror, their fear spreading quickly. At this critical moment, both the Saint of Ink and the Saint of Literature took action! Two vast waves of power surged forward, ying the demonic beasts, but more continued to pour out from the secret realm. Their target was Lin Qi¡¯an! The demons couldn¡¯t allow anyone to sessfully cultivate the Nine Words of Truth, as it posed a massive threat to them. They had to eliminate him before that happened. ¡°Push them back into the realm!¡± the Saint of Ink shouted. The two most powerful elders stepped forward, their palms striking together. The terrifying power of Saints surged like a tidal wave, forcing the demons back toward the entrance. At this moment, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s protector, Aunt You, materialized from the void. Like a shadow, she darted forward, ruthlessly ughtering the demons. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s protector, the old Grandmaster who had once followed Zhao Ziyu, also appeared, joining the battle. All of these were peak-level experts at or above the quasi-Saint level! But there were simply too many demons, surging forward like an endless tide,pletely fearless of death. With the residual soul of Emperor Wenqu gone and the inheritance taken, there was no longer any power within the secret realm to suppress the demonic beasts, which was why they were flooding out in such numbers. ¡°This won¡¯t work, we need to forcefully seal the secret realm!¡± ¡°If we work together, we might be able to close it!¡± ¡°No, we have to push back this overwhelming demonic energy first; otherwise, it¡¯s impossible to close the entrance!¡± The expressions on their faces grew grim. Forcibly sealing a Great Emperor¡¯s secret realm was already an immensely difficult task, but the dark energy brought by the demons acted like a giant ck hand, holding the entrance open, preventing it from being sealed. ¡°I¡¯ll do it!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stepped forward. Chapter 119 Chapter 119: ¡°The Word of Truth ¨C Repelling the Demons!¡± ¡°I¡¯ll do it!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stepped forward, his white robes as pure as snow. The Book Saint and the Saint of Ink both felt a shock in their hearts. It was simply impossible! Beneath the realm of Saints, all others were mere ants. Despite Lin Qi¡¯an having already reached the Celestial Realm, unmatched among the younger generation, in the eyes of a Saint, he was still just a child. With theirbined strength, they could barely hold back the overwhelming demonic energy. How could the Crown Prince manage this? ¡°Trust the Crown Prince! Act quickly!¡± Aunt You snapped her head back, her voice filled with urgency. Given the dire situation, no one had time to think further. The Saints hurriedly nodded, their only option being to ce their hopes in Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°We leave it to the Crown Prince.¡± This was the battlefield of Saints! No one else could offer any meaningful assistance, so they all retreated a mile away.@@novelbin@@ Even the aura emanating from the sh was enough to stir the blood, making everyone¡¯s bodies tremble uncontrobly. The demonic energy shed with the aura of the Saints, creating an atmosphere of dread. Water droplets floated in the air, stones shattered, and dust filled the sky, resembling the end of the world. At the foot of Yunmo Dao Pce, fear gripped the hearts of all, for any misstep could spell their doom today. ¡°Why are there so many demons in Emperor Wenqu¡¯s secret realm?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t know¡­¡± ¡°These demons willingly entered the realm, guarding the path to Emperor Wenqu¡¯s inheritance, not wanting anyone to obtain it. Now that it has been imed, of course they want to chase down and eliminate the one who took it!¡± ¡°So, their target is the Crown Prince?¡± As people began to fear for Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s safety, they suddenly saw him walking forward, moving against the flow of demons. ¡°What is the Crown Prince doing!?¡± ¡°Has he gone mad¡­ does he want to die?¡± ¡°Someone bring him back! He¡¯s walking into death itself!¡± Everyone was ovee with worry, especially the maids, Zhao Qingmeng, Mo Shuiqiu, and others, whose hearts leapt into their throats. Though the Crown Prince had repelled the demons by himself within the secret realm, that was only because of special rules inside. He had harnessed the power of Emperor Wenqu through talent and wisdom. Outside, there were no such rules to rely on. Here, he had to depend solely on his own strength. Fear spread through the crowd, panic written on every face. The presence of the demonic horde brought an overwhelming pressure and terror. These ancient demonic species, capable of troubling even Great Emperors, were beyond what mere mortals could handle. Suddenly, a loud, resonant shout echoed across the sky. ¡°Lin!¡± The voice was filled with immense righteousness. At the same time, arge character, ¡°ÁÙ,¡± appeared in the air, written with dragon-like strokes. It flew toward the entrance of the secret realm. The demon horde trembled and the surging demonic energy halted in its tracks. The Book Saint, Wang Yi, narrowed his eyes sharply. ¡°It¡¯s the Nine Words of Truth from Emperor Wenqu!¡± ¡°How is this possible? He alreadyprehended the divine ability in just one day?¡± His heart was filled with unspeakable shock. This divine ability was infused with immense righteous energy, incredibly effective against demons. Perhaps Lin Qi¡¯an could really pull this off. ¡°Bing!¡± Like the sound of thunder, the second golden character flew forth. Under the suppression of the Nine Words of Truth, the demonic energy scattered, relieving much of the pressure on everyone. ¡°Dou!¡± ¡°Zhe!¡± Lin, Bing, Dou, Zhe. These four words of truth were the utmost limit Lin Qi¡¯an could currently wield! The four golden characters pushed the demonic energy back nearly a hundred meters. The demons, who had been madly surging forward, trembled violently, retreating again and again. ¡°Now! Attack!¡± The Saints were overjoyed, not daring to waste a single moment. They fully activated their spiritual power, forcibly sealing off the entrance to Emperor Wenqu¡¯s secret realm. With a resounding boom, the light gate mmed shut, disappearing into the air. The world returned to peace. Several of the powerful experts were drenched in sweat, utterly exhausted. They had expected a catastrophe today¡­ but thanks to the Crown Prince¡¯s assistance, the crisis had been resolved with surprising ease. Indeed, the younger generation could not be underestimated! ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for your help.¡± The Saint of Ink, the Lord of Yunmo Dao Pce, was the first to step forward, bowing to express his gratitude to Lin Qi¡¯an. The Book Saint and the old Grandmaster from the Tai¡¯an Imperial Family were still reeling from the shock. They could not fathom that in just a single day, Lin Qi¡¯an had mastered four words of the divine ability, the Nine Words of Truth. Is he even human? Even a monster couldn¡¯t achieve such a feat! Even if Emperor Wenqu himself were to be reborn, it would be impossible! This child is truly terrifying¡­ In the future, we must never be enemies with him. It would be best to bring him to our side, as he is destined to surpass even the Sword Emperor in power. The group behind waspletely awed by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s disy of strength. ¡°The Crown Prince drove back the demonic horde single-handedly¡­¡± ¡°I thought he was already terrifying enough during the Beiyang Great Hunt, but now he¡¯s even more fearsome!¡± ¡°After this literary gathering, the Crown Prince of Beiyang¡¯s name will surely shake the entire Cann Dao Domain!¡± From the disciples to the elders of Yunmo Dao Pce, everyone cupped their fists in gratitude toward Lin Qi¡¯an, saying in unison, ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for your assistance!¡± Only after expressing their thanks to Lin Qi¡¯an did they turn to thank the other notable figures. If the demonic creatures had not been handled properly, millions of lives could have been lost. Yet today, only a few were injured or killed, minimizing the potential disaster. With this, the literary gathering was officially over. As for which woman the Crown Prince ultimately chose, the matter had already been settled within the secret realm. Everyone was well aware of the result¡­ The Princess of Tai¡¯an, Zhao Qingmeng, had actually taken her elder sister¡¯s former fianc¨¦! How ridiculous! But who would dare speak ill of it? The most frustrated of all was Zhao Ziyu. He hade to this literary gathering intending to suppress Lin Qi¡¯an and win the favor of the Green Lotus Fairy, Lu Miaoyin. Yet once again, he witnessed Lin Qi¡¯an stealing the limelight, earning the admiration of countless people. And to make matters worse, his own sister had been won over by Lin Qi¡¯an! It was aplete defeat¡ªhe lost both his sister and his pride. Now that the gathering had ended and the Crown Prince had made his choice, there was no point for others to remain. They began to bid farewell and leave. Zhao Ziyu was also preparing to return to Tai¡¯an City. Before leaving, he specifically sought out Lu Miaoyin and extended an invitation: ¡°Two months from now, my Tiang Immortal Dynasty will hold its millennial celebration. People from all across the Cann Dao Domain will gather in Tai¡¯an City. Would you, Green Lotus Fairy, be interested in attending?¡± ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, but there¡¯s no need for concern. I will certainly attend when the timees,¡± Lu Miaoyin replied gracefully, though declining his offer to travel together. The millennial celebration was an event that she would definitely attend. All the major sects would send representatives, and even the Sword Emperor might appear. However, there was still some time before the event. Staying here a little longer might give her more opportunities to interact with the Crown Prince. ¡°Brother Lin, I should get going as well.¡± Zhao Qingmeng also came to bid farewell to Lin Qi¡¯an. She had been away for too long and needed to return. Although she wished to stay close to Lin Qi¡¯an, cultivation was still her top priority. With the memories of a Great Emperor in this life, her path to bing an Empress would be twice as fast. Hmph! When I be the first to ascend to the Empress realm, which woman will darepete with me? Won¡¯t I be the rightful main wife? She left with these ambitions in mind, smart as always. Naturally, she also wanted to return and give her elder sister a little shock. ¡°Go ahead and take care of yourself,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said gently. ¡°Don¡¯t forget toe to the Tiang Immortal Dynasty¡¯s millennial celebration!¡± Zhao Qingmeng reminded him. ¡°Rest assured, I¡¯ll be there.¡± ¡°And don¡¯t go around flirting with other women too much while you¡¯re out!¡± ¡°How far do you think your control goes?¡± The two exchanged yful banter, drawing envious nces from everyone around them. Onlookers couldn¡¯t help but sigh¡ªthese two were truly a match made in heaven! With that, Zhao Qingmeng departed, following Zhao Ziyu and his group. Inside the carriage, Zhao Ziyu looked at his sister in disbelief and asked, ¡°You really got together with Lin Qi¡¯an?!¡± ¡°Zhao Ziyu, listen carefully. I have something important to tell you, and you¡¯d better remember it,¡± Zhao Qingmeng said, her tone turning serious. In front of Lin Qi¡¯an, she had acted like a sweet, innocent girl, but in front of others, especially her brother, she could instantly regain the imposing aura of a future Empress. Even Zhao Ziyu was startled by the sudden change in her demeanor. ¡°Wha¡­ what is it?¡± Zhao Ziyu stammered, a bit taken aback. ¡°Do not ever go against Lin Qi¡¯an. If you heed my words, you can live peacefully as his brother-inw, with no worries for the future. But if you provoke him¡­ not even the Emperor of Tai¡¯an can bear the consequences for you.¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s words were sharp and direct. Zhao Ziyu was left speechless. She had not only addressed him by name but had even referred to their father, the Emperor, in such a casual manner! It was as if his sister had be apletely different person. ¡°Don¡¯t oppose Lin Qi¡¯an¡­¡± He mulled over these words, starting to grasp their meaning. From what he had witnessed at the literary gathering, it was clear that Lin Qi¡¯an was no ordinary person. Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s advice seemed sound enough. Back at Yunmo Dao Pce, nearly all the sects had already left, except for the people from Green Lotus Immortal Ind. ¡°You¡¯re not leaving yet, Miaoyin?¡± Mo Shuiqiu asked with a smile. In the past, she had always encouraged Lu Miaoyin to stay a little longer, as they were close friends with much to talk about. But this year, something was different. Mo Shuiqiu found Lu Miaoyin¡¯s presence somewhat bothersome and was nearly ready to issue a polite but firm invitation for her to leave. ¡°No rush, I n to stay a few more days,¡± Lu Miaoyin responded. Mo Shuiqiuughed to herself¡ªGreen Lotus Fairy¡¯s skin had certainly grown thicker. Clearly, she was hoping to spend more time with the Crown Prince, and it wasn¡¯t as if anyone couldn¡¯t see through her intentions. After the literary gathering, there was a day of rest. Mo Shuiqiu unexpectedly came to find Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Your Highness, may I ask a favor?¡± ¡°Go ahead,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied. ¡°In Yunmo Dao Pce, we have a sacred weapon passed down from our ancestors, known as the Mountain and River Sun and Moon Scripture. We have been studying it for a long time but have been unable to unlock its full power. ¡°Would Your Highness be willing to take a look? Perhaps you can uncover its mysteries?¡± ¡°Very well, let¡¯s go take a look,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an agreed. Chapter 120 Chapter 120: Yin and Yang Transform the Sun and Moon, Helping the Saintess Restore the Painting ¡°Sect Master, the Saintess¡­ took the Crown Prince to the treasure vault.¡± An elder immediately reported the situation to Mo Haitian. Unexpectedly, Mo Haitian stroked his beard and smiled with satisfaction, ¡°They must be going to look at the Mountain and River Sun and Moon Scripture.¡± ¡°The Mountain and River Sun and Moon Scripture? That sacred weapon we¡¯ve never been able to activate? We¡¯ve studied it for hundreds of years and still haven¡¯t made any progress,¡± the elder frowned. Mo Haitian shook his head, ¡°Qiu¡¯er¡¯s goal isn¡¯t to repair that treasure; she¡¯s trying to use this as an opportunity to get closer to the Crown Prince.¡± ¡°Ah, I see¡­¡± The esteemed Crown Prince of Beiyang wouldn¡¯t be interested in a mere treasure or two from Yunmo Dao Pce. ¡­ ¡°The Crown Prince went out with the Yunmo Saintess earlier,¡± the three maids whispered among themselves. Ran Yuwei tilted her head, puzzled. ¡°What are they doing out sote?¡± Suddenly, as if realizing something, she hesitated, ¡°Could it be¡­? No way! If that were the case, wouldn¡¯t it be easier to do it in their chambers? Why go somewhere else?¡± Zi Lianyou¡¯s cheeks turned red, and she softly replied, ¡°Actually, the Crown Prince quite enjoys being outside¡­¡± Su Xueni chuckled softly, ¡°It seems it won¡¯t be long before another courtyard is added in the Lotus Realm.¡± ¡°I have a question. Why did the princess¡¯s cultivation suddenly skyrocket, but ours didn¡¯t?¡± ¡°Who knows? If the Crown Prince doesn¡¯t exin, we shouldn¡¯t ask too much,¡± Su Xueni said with a smile. ¡°Come on, the Crown Prince gave me the Lptus Realm, let¡¯s go y there.¡± ¡°Wow, he even gave you the Lotus Realm?¡± ¡°Sister Xueni, the Crown Prince treats you so well!¡± Enjoying the admiring gazes of the two younger maids, Su Xueni¡¯s mood lifted. This is the benefit of being the first. ¡­ Mo Shuiqiu led Lin Qi¡¯an to Yunmo Dao Pce¡¯s treasure vault. This wasn¡¯t a ce suitable for bringing along maids, as it was a sacred location of the sect. The path was heavily guarded. When they finally reached the deepest part of the vault, Mo Shuiqiu ced her palm on the stone door, and with a loud rumble, the door opened. ¡°No one is to enter without mymand,¡± Mo Shuiqiu ordered the two guards. ¡°As youmand!¡± With the door closed, only Lin Qi¡¯an and Mo Shuiqiu were left in the stone chamber. Alone, a man and a woman. Mo Shuiqiu wore the elegant Daoist robes of Yunmo Dao Pce. Though her robes were loose, her graceful and beautiful curves would asionally reveal themselves with her movements. Despite being modestly dressed, there was a unique allure to her appearance. It made one curious¡ªwhat would she look like if her robes were removed? Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s heart was racing, her face turning red. She knew her intentions weren¡¯t pure. She had pretended to show the Crown Prince the treasure, but in reality, she was simply trying to get closer to him. As for the Mountain and River Sun and Moon Scripture, it couldn¡¯t be repaired. The sect had studied it for hundreds of years without sess. ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± ¡°Nothing! Crown Prince, please take a look.¡± Mo Shuiqiu pointed to the painting on the wall. It was indeed a beautifulndscape painting. Although only two colors were used, the night scene within was vividly portrayed, with the vast, silent night sky full of stars. ¡°This is the Mountain and River Sun and Moon Scripture, a sacred relic passed down from long ago. Unfortunately, we¡¯ve never been able to activate it sessfully. The painting changes with time, shifting every hour. Right now, it shows the night scene.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nodded. A painting that could change with time was indeed magical. He wasn¡¯t well-versed in the mysteries of artwork, and he had onlye along to see what tricks the Saintess had up her sleeve. Wait a moment¡­ In the Essays of the Wenqu Emperor, wasn¡¯t there a mention of this painting as well? No wonder it looked somewhat familiar. So, it was like this. In the original storyline, the protagonist Ji Bai would have shone during the cultural exchange and then stayed as a guest at Yunmo Dao Pce. He would have been the one invited to view the painting. Although Mo Shuiqiu wasn¡¯t a ¡°fated heroine,¡± it wouldn¡¯t have been strange for the protagonist to attract more women to his side. This was clearly part of the storyline where Ji Bai would win over Mo Shuiqiu. But Ji Bai was already dead, and his destiny had been imed by Lin Qi¡¯an. Lin Qi¡¯an quicklypared his notes. He realized that while the painting at Yunmo Dao Pce had both day and night scenes, itcked a moon during the night! There was no moon in the night sky. ¡°Why don¡¯t you try adding a moon?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an suggested. ¡°I don¡¯t think that¡¯s possible¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu shook her head. ¡°This painting wasn¡¯t drawn directly. The images within are generated from the painting itself.¡± ¡°What do you mean?¡± ¡°The creator of the painting drew it from *within* the painting.¡± ¡°From *within* the painting?¡± This was getting a bit mysterious. Lin Qi¡¯an pondered for a moment. ¡°Are you saying we can enter the painting?¡± ¡°Yes, would you like to take a look, Crown Prince?¡± ¡°Sure.¡± Mo Shuiqiu approached the painting, touched it with her hand, and her entire body was drawn inside. Instantly, the painting gained the figure of a breathtakingly beautiful woman in Daoist robes. ¡°Crown Prince, you cane in now.¡± How fascinating! Lin Qi¡¯an followed her lead and entered the painting. The world inside the painting was incredibly vivid, almost like a real, miniature world of its own. The world within the painting was mostly ck and white. Compared to the Lotus Realm, which was a true miniature world, this ce seemed lifeless. ¡°I feel like there¡¯s no vitality here, everything seems dead,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, frowning. ¡°Yes, it¡¯s always been like this. We¡¯ve tried adding nts and trees before, but nothing worked,¡± Mo Shuiqiu replied. At that moment, dawn broke. However, there was no sun in the sky! There was no moon at night, and no sun during the day. Lin Qi¡¯an seemed to have found the problem. ¡°I think if we can add the sun and moon into the painting, it mighte to life again. Can you do that?¡± ¡°Sun and moon¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu touched her snow-white chin, pondering. ¡°It¡¯s not hard to paint them, but to make theme alive, we would need to inject the energy of Yin and Yang.¡± ¡°How do we inject the energy of Yin and Yang?¡± ¡°Usually, we would use items of extreme cold or extreme heat. But there¡¯s also¡­¡± As she spoke, Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s face suddenly turned red, her tone softening to a barely audible whisper. ¡°What else?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked. ¡°Well¡­ it¡¯s possible for men and women to represent Yin and Yang. When Yin and Yang merge, life can be created continuously,¡± she muttered, her head slightly lowered. She bit her lip gently, her fingers nervously tugging at her robe. ¡°That¡¯s why I¡¯ve never tried to paint the sun and moon¡­ it¡¯s too troublesome.¡±@@novelbin@@ ¡°Listening to you, it doesn¡¯t sound that troublesome.¡± ¡°Crown Prince?¡± ¡°We¡¯re already here, so let¡¯s give it a try.¡± ¡­ On the first day, the Yin and Yang energies emerged. On the second day, the sun and moon took shape. On the third day, the sun and moon were fully formed, and the painting was brimming with life. ¡­ Outside the stone chamber, the two guards were perplexed. The Saintess and the Crown Prince had been inside for three whole days and nights, with no sounding from within. What were they doing? ¡°Sect Master!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince and the Saintess have been inside for three full days and nights!¡± When Mo Sheng learned this, heughed heartily. ¡°Haha, wonderful! It seems that our Yunmo Dao Pce has a stroke of good fortune after all.¡± The maids were even more shocked. ¡°Three days? That¡¯s a full three days!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is truly remarkable¡­¡± ¡°Have you experienced something like that before, Sister Xueni?¡± one asked. Su Xueni¡¯s beautiful eyes narrowed slightly. She thought to herself, *I¡¯m not made of iron! How could anyone withstand that?* That Yunmo Saintess, though¡­ she must be impressive! When Lu Miaoyin heard the news, her reaction was even stronger. ¡°What! They spent three days studying an ancient painting together?¡± At first, Lu Miaoyin didn¡¯t think much of it. But her maid softly reminded her, ¡°Perhaps they weren¡¯t just studying the painting¡­¡± The realization suddenly hit her, and her eyes widened in shock. Three days! That was beyond her imagination! ¡­ Inside the stone chamber, Lin Qi¡¯an and Mo Shuiqiu had already emerged some time ago. Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s face was flushed like a peach blossom, her eyes glistening with moisture,pletely unlike the elegant and pure Saintess she once was. Leaning against Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chest, she whispered softly, ¡°Crown Prince, from now on, Shuiqiu is your woman. Whenever you need anything, just let me know¡­¡± She hadn¡¯t expected such an unexpected surprise. Her cultivation had risen by four whole small realms! Moreover, her spiritual apertures had expanded by ten! Bing the Crown Prince¡¯s woman not only boosted her cultivation but also led to the restoration of the ancient painting. Who would¡¯ve thought that such a wonderful thing existed in the world? At this moment, she felt like the happiest woman on earth. Lu Miaoyin? Compete with me? Lin Qi¡¯an, never one to be overly modest, epted it with ease. After all, could he call himself a proper viin if he didn¡¯t have many wives and concubines? ¡°If you need anything, you cane to Beiyang¡¯s Tianjian City to find me,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said casually. Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s heart soared with joy. With the Crown Prince¡¯s support, anyone who wanted to harm Yunmo Dao Pce would have to think twice! ¡°Understood,¡± she replied with a soft smile. Their three days and nights of effort had not been in vain. Chapter 121 Chapter 121: New Mission Received: Dragon Tendon Waistband! Boom! The stone door opened with a loud crash. The moment Lin Qi¡¯an and Mo Shuiqiu emerged, it caused an uproar throughout Yunmo Dao Pce! Outside, many people had gathered to greet them, eager to find out what had transpired over the past three days. Even Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s maids, along with Lu Miaoyin, were present. As soon as they saw the two, the disciples who were familiar with Mo Shuiqiu were utterly shocked. Three days ago, she was only at the thirdyer of the Transcendent Realm. Now, three dayster, she had reached the seventhyer. In just three days, she had ascended four smallyers! ¡°Saintess¡­ how did your cultivation progress so quickly?¡± ¡°No idea, but this speed is terrifying!¡± ¡°I heard that all the women around the Crown Prince cultivate quickly. Could it be because of him?¡± Feeling the intense gazes from the crowd, Mo Shuiqiu blushed, lowering her head in embarrassment. The male disciples of Yunmo Dao Pce were losing their minds! Initially, they believed the Saintess and the Crown Prince were studying some schrly topics together. Now, it was clear that this was no academic pursuit! Otherwise, how could the Saintess appear so shy¡­ Damn it! They had never seen her act this way before. Envy, jealousy, and hatred filled their hearts! Countless male disciples fantasized about the Saintess¡¯s graceful figure beneath her Daoist robe. Now, it seemed that only the Crown Prince truly knew. Their soft dreams were shattered! ¡°Three days, and the Crown Prince still looks so refreshed and full of energy. Isn¡¯t he exhausted?¡± Zi Lianyou asked softly. ¡°Hush! The Crown Prince has dragon-like power, and his stamina is as strong as a dragon¡¯s,¡± Ran Yuwei whispered back. ¡°Next time, I want to try it too.¡± ¡°Let me help you try first¡­¡± Su Xueni, ever casual, pulled Mo Shuiqiu closer by the hand and smiled. ¡°Sister Shuiqiu, from now on, we¡¯re family.¡± ¡°Um¡­¡± Mo Shuiqiu mumbled bashfully. Once the crowd had dispersed, Lu Miaoyin privately approached Mo Shuiqiu. With a serious expression, she asked, ¡°Your cultivation increased so quickly¡ªwas it because of the Crown Prince?¡± ¡°What do you think?¡± Mo Shuiqiu responded with a knowing smile. Lu Miaoyin was speechless¡­ ¡®So this is the power of a Dragon Yang Dao physique.¡® It could produce the effects of ten years of cultivation overnight. She, too, was tempted. She wanted to learn more about the Wen Qu Emperor¡¯s poems from the Crown Prince. But without a suitable opportunity, barging in to offer herself might be seen as too opportunistic and could lead to rejection. ¡°Can you¡­ give me some advice?¡± ¡°What advice?¡± Mo Shuiqiu blinked innocently, pretending not to understand. She was curious to see what the typically pure and aloof Lu Miaoyin, the so-called immacte Saintess of Qinglian, would say next. ¡°Advice on¡­ pleasing the Crown Prince.¡± Biting her lip, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s voice was as soft as a whisper. ¡°My, my, you want to please the Crown Prince? Since when did our pure and spotless Qinglian Saintess be so worldly?¡± ¡°I¡­ I¡­¡± Embarrassed and mocked by Mo Shuiqiu¡¯s teasing, Lu Miaoyin felt utterly mortified, wishing she could find a hole to crawl into. Meanwhile, another piece of news reached Mo Sheng¡¯s ears. The Crown Prince had personally restored the Mountain and River Sun and Moon Scripture! What their sect had been studying for hundreds of years, the Crown Prince had effortlessly solved with a mere nce. Overjoyed yet full of awe, Mo Sheng realized that through Shuiqiu¡¯s connection, their sect could strengthen ties with Tianjian City in Beiyang. Eventually, Lu Miaoyin prepared to bid farewell and return to Qinglian Immortal Ind. She had wanted to invite the Crown Prince as a guest but couldn¡¯t find a good enough reason. As she prepared to leave, she was filled with reluctance. The Wen Qu Emperor¡¯s inheritance and poems were with the Crown Prince, but now she had to part from him. ¡°Crown Prince, we will be taking our leave for now.¡± At that moment, a figure suddenly flew in from the distance, looking panicked and distressed. Trembling, he spoke: ¡°Saintess!¡± ¡°Qinglian Immortal Ind has been attacked by the Jiao Dragon n! There are countless casualties!¡± ¡°Saintess, you must return quickly!¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s expression changed instantly, ¡°The Jiao Dragon n¡­¡± Qinglian Immortal Ind, situated at sea, had long been in conflict with the Jiao Dragons. Now, they had taken advantage of the situation,unching a sneak attack while everyone was away for the cultural gathering! Jiao Dragons? Lin Qi¡¯an recalled this race. He had used a captured Jiao Dragon from Tianjian City as aborer to pull his carriage. The proud dragons considered it a great humiliation to be treated like beasts of burden, and their resentment towards Tianjian City was enormous. He had also heard that a Jiao Dragon Prince had been making waves recently. Was he another Destined Child? This couldn¡¯t be ignored. Anyone who posed a threat to Tianjian City had to be eliminated. Ding! New Viin Mission Received: Dragon Tendon Waistband Objective: Extract the Jiao Dragon¡¯s tendons and use them as a waistband to enhance the viin¡¯s aura! Reward: Tidal Sovereign Pearl, which allows free movement in water and protection from water-based magical abilities. Dragon Tendon Waistband¡­ now that¡¯s something domineering! Seeing the mission¡¯s requirements, Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but be startled. This was something Nezha had done¡ªextracting the dragon tendons of Ao Bing, the Third Prince, which led to an eternal enmity with the Dragon Pce. There were three objectives for this trip: First, kill the Destined Child to prevent future trouble. Second,plete the system¡¯s mission. Third, take the Qinglian Saintess as his own. A woman with golden destiny, an unparalleled beauty, and extraordinary talent, pure and immacte like a lotus, could not possibly be left for someone else. ¡°Master!¡± Lu Miaoyin looked towards the Book Saint, her eyes filled with a plea for help. Though she was a disciple of the Book Saint, the Book Saint was not from Qinglian Immortal Ind but from the Confucian Academy. This time, they were here to attend the literary gathering. Normally, the schrs of the academy would not involve themselves in worldly conflicts. However, the Book Saint had a deep fondness for this disciple, so he nodded and said, ¡°Very well, I will apany you this time.¡± ¡°Thank you, Master.¡± ¡°Crown Prince, Qinglian Immortal Ind is in danger. We will take our leave first!¡± Lu Miaoyin, anxious to depart, quickly bid farewell. ¡°The Jiao Dragon n and I have some unfinished business, so I¡¯lle along and take a look,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an responded.@@novelbin@@ ¡°Your Highness¡­ will join us?¡± Although Lu Miaoyin¡¯s expression remained calm, deep inside, she was overjoyed. This meant that the Crown Prince would assist Qinglian Immortal Ind! The others from Qinglian Immortal Ind were equally ted. With the Crown Prince on their side, there was no need to fear the Jiao Dragon n! ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an entered his carriage, bringing a few maids along. He left Mo Shuiqiu at Yunmo Dao Pce to continue her cultivation, knowing they would meet again at the uing thousand-year grand ceremony. Ran Yuwei took the reins, and the nine-headed Jiuying soared into the sky. Sword guards led the way as the carriage officially set off. ¡ª Qinglian Immortal Ind was located in the western seas of the Cann Dao Domain, to the west of West Sea. To the west was the territory of King Xiling! Just like the Sword Emperor of the Northern King, King Xiling was a Great Emperor and a powerful ruler of his domain. Hemanded the Xiling Shrine, and his strength was unparalleled, far exceeding that of the Southern Yue Prince. After Qinglian Immortal Ind was attacked, they not only sought out Lu Miaoyin but also sent someone to the Xiling Shrine for help. ¡ª ¡°For many years, Qinglian Immortal Ind has offered tribute in the form of immortal lotuses, hoping King Xiling would extend his hand to stop the Jiao Dragon n!¡± An elder of Qinglian Immortal Ind knelt outside the shrine. ¡°In Xiling, all sects offer tribute to the shrine. Such minor conflicts aren¡¯t worth Xiling Shrine¡¯s intervention,¡± a guard replied dismissively. ¡°No¡­ no, I request to see King Xiling!¡± ¡°Do you think you have the qualifications to meet King Xiling? Get lost!¡± The elder was forcefully expelled. Naturally, meeting a Great Emperor was not so simple. In this world, the strong preyed on the weak, even between sects. Being invaded was merely a result of weaker abilities. Even if the Saintess returned, it would likely be of little help¡­ ¡ª The journey was long, and Lin Qi¡¯an had to stay in the carriage for several days. Every night, he visited a different maid¡¯s courtyard within the Lian Realm, spending a night there. Life passed quite pleasantly. The maids¡¯ knowledge and creativity seemed to grow, though he wasn¡¯t sure where they learned such things from. Once, each had been pure and dignified Saintesses, but now they had all been ¡°corrupted.¡± During this time, Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s cultivation reached a major breakthrough, ascending to the Celestial Realm. He had also made a significant advancement¡ªhe had finally cultivated a treasure technique from his dragon bone! The *Sword Bone Treasure Technique* was incredibly powerful, and his dragon bone was no different. The treasure technique was called *Phantom Dragon Divine Art*. When activated, it could summon a divine phantom dragon out of thin air! Even more terrifying, he could integrate different elements into the dragon to enhance its power. For instance, if he infused it with the Nine Yang Divine Fire, it could transform into a fire dragon. If he added the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder, it could be a thunder dragon. Combining the two would make it even more unstoppable! However, there hadn¡¯t been a suitable opportunity to unleash its full potential yet, as he feared its immense power might inadvertently harm others. For the past few days, Lu Miaoyin had been deeply worried. Her exquisite features carried a tinge of sadness that tugged at the heartstrings. Finally, the carriage flew over the vast northern seas, and an ind grewrger in their view. Qinglian Immortal Ind arrived! Chapter 122 Chapter 122: Attack of the Jiao Dragon n, The Ink Saint Is Forced to Leave! Qinglian Immortal Ind was inplete disarray. The ground was damaged, trees were broken, and buildings were in ruins. It was evident that a battle had taken ce. The disciples were cleaning up the aftermath with heavy hearts. Suddenly, several carriages flew in from the distant sky. ¡°It¡¯s the Saintess! The Saintess has returned!¡± someone shouted in excitement. Hearing the shout, everyone looked up. Sure enough, they saw the familiar carriages and were immediately overjoyed. ¡°It¡¯s really the Saintess! She has finally returned¡­¡± ¡°I wonder, did she bring back the Calligraphy Saint?¡± ¡°If not, I¡¯m afraid it won¡¯t make much difference.¡± ¡°Wait a moment, whose carriage is that? Why does it look so imposing?¡± Behind the Saintess¡¯s carriage appeared a golden one. Pulling the carriage was a nine-headed fierce beast! Each head was vicious and menacing, their snake-like necks twisting, and the beast¡¯s massive body was almost the size of a small mountain. Just seeing it from afar was terrifying. However, the sword-wielding white-robed cultivators flying alongside the carriage quickly made them realize who it was. ¡°Beiyang Sword Guards, a fierce beast pulling the carriage! Could it be the young Prince hase?¡± ¡°What! The prince? You mean the famous son of the Sword Emperor?¡± ¡°Yes, the champion of Beiyang¡¯s Great Hunt, his reputation is widely known!¡± ¡°Wait, why would he travel all the way to our remote Qinglian Immortal Ind?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t you know the young master also participated in the literary gathering? He must have been invited back by the Saintess!¡± ¡°That¡¯s great news, we¡¯re saved¡­¡± As the carriagended, Lin Qi¡¯an stepped out, and the disciples immediately bowed. ¡°Greetings, Your Highness!¡± ¡°At ease.¡± Upon seeing the devastated state of Qinglian Immortal Ind, even the maids couldn¡¯t help but shake their heads. What was once a serene paradise had been ravaged so severely. Lin Qi¡¯an, however, wasn¡¯t too surprised. Battles like this were happening all over the world; it was all toomon. If you couldn¡¯t win, it was normal for sects to be wiped out!@@novelbin@@ Take Tianjian City, for example. If not for its immense strength, it would have been destroyed hundreds of times over. As soon as Lu Miaoyin stepped out, someone immediately came forward to report. ¡°Saintess, the Jiao Dragon n caught us off guard, and they abducted nearly ten young girls from the sect!¡± ¡°What!¡± Upon hearing this, the Saintess, who usually maintained herposure, furrowed her brows in anger. Even children? Those girls were the future hope of the sect! ¡°This is vile! They even targeted children!¡± Zi Lianyou gritted her silver teeth in anger. ¡°If it were a normal battle, it would be understandable, but why kidnap young girls?¡± Ran Yuwei was puzzled. ¡°Perhaps¡­ for some twisted pleasure, or to eat them?¡± Su Xueni suggested. Lin Qi¡¯an knew Su Xueni¡¯s guess was likely close to the truth. Targeting young girls was beyond intolerable; it seemed the Jiao Dragon n would deserve their fate if they fell by his hand! Lu Miaoyin ordered the disciples to escort Lin Qi¡¯an and his group inside the sect to settle down, while she went to discuss with the ind master on how to rescue the abducted girls. Qinglian Immortal Ind was a peaceful sect. They avoided conflict, which was why they had developed on such a remote ind in the sea. In terms of size, it was even smaller than Yunmo Dao Pce, which at least had the Calligraphy Saint as a protector. Qinglian Immortal Ind¡¯s master was only at the Sovereign Realm. The sect had gained fame because of Lu Miaoyin, an exceptionally beautiful immortal, who waster fortunate enough to be a disciple of the Calligraphy Saint. ¡°Miaoyin, I heard¡­ you brought the prince to the ind?¡± The ind master, Yuan Fei, was full of excitement, even spitting in his eagerness. To Qinglian Immortal Ind, Tianjian City was a towering, unreachable giant! A mere Sovereign Realm cultivator might dominate small and medium sects, but in the face of the elite cultivators of Tianjian City, they were nothing more than ants ready to be crushed at any moment. For the noble prince of Beiyang to lower himself ande to this remote ind¡­ it was an immense honor! ¡°Yes¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin nodded. ¡°So, does the young master intend to help us?¡± Yuan Fei quickly asked. ¡°I don¡¯t know. The young master has not mentioned helping us, only that he wanted toe to Qinglian Immortal Ind. I am not sure of his intentions.¡± Lu Miaoyin knew well that she had no rtionship with Lin Qi¡¯an. The maids around him were all incredibly talented and beautiful, so there was no reason for him to help her. ¡°But, with my master here, perhaps the Jiao Dragon n will be deterred.¡± ¡°Good, as long as the Ink Saint is here, the problem shouldn¡¯t be too great.¡± Suddenly, a disciple rushed into the hall: ¡°Report! They¡¯re back! Several disciples have already been injured!¡± ¡°I¡¯ll go get my master!¡± Lu Miaoyin said coldly. ¡­ To the north of Qinglian Immortal Ind was where the Jiao Dragon n often invaded. At that moment, several disciples stationed there were already injured, lying on the ground with blood flowing from their mouths and noses. In front of them, a massive water stream rose from the ocean, spreading out in the sky, and standing upon it were dozens of Jiao Dragon n members! They were shirtless, with blue skin covered in scales as hard as steel, and two strong horns atop their heads. ¡°Didn¡¯t you hear what I said? Hand over another ten girls! Otherwise, I¡¯ll wipe out your Qinglian Immortal Ind!¡± The speaker was Jin Xu, a powerful Jiao Dragon n member at the peak of the Transcendent Realm. He had been harassing Qinglian Immortal Ind for years and was a thorn in their side. Of course, he was only a vanguard and far from representative of the full strength of the Jiao Dragon n. ¡°Dream on!¡± a courageous male disciple shouted. Before his voice had even faded, Jin Xu hurled his steel trident, piercing the disciple¡¯s chest and killing him instantly. ¡°Foolish trash, courting death.¡± Jin Xu retrieved his trident with a sneer. At that moment, Lu Miaoyin and her group finally arrived. Seeing her disciples killed, her anger red. ¡°Jiao Dragon n, you¡¯ve gone too far!¡± ¡°Haha, it¡¯s just a normal battle. The winner is king, the loser a bandit. How could it be too much?¡± Jin Xuughed. ¡°I didn¡¯t know the famous Saintess of Qinglian had returned. Such beauty¡­ you¡¯ve truly captured my heart.¡± ¡°Where are the girls you kidnapped earlier?¡± Lu Miaoyin demanded. ¡°Oh, those? Our elders have praised them greatly, saying they were¡­ absolutely delicious.¡± They had eaten them?! The disciples of Qinglian Immortal Ind were filled with shock and rage! At that moment, an elderly man with white hair rose into the sky. His voice, though old, was strong and thunderous, reverberating across the heavens. ¡°You¡¯ve gone too far.¡± His voice was calm, yet it carried an irresistible authority. It was the Ink Saint, Wang Yi! The savior of Qinglian Immortal Ind. The disciples had been counting on the Saintess to bring him back for this very reason. ¡°So, the famous Ink Saint has appeared!¡± Jin Xu sneered. ¡°But you¡¯re from the Baiji Academy in the north. Why would youe all the way to meddle in the affairs of the west?¡± Clearly, they had anticipated the arrival of the Ink Saint. ¡°If I remember correctly, the academy does not involve itself in worldly matters. To intervene, you would have topletely sever ties with the academy.¡± ¡°The Ink Saint is a highly respected schr of the academy! If you interfere, does that mean the Baiji Academy is ready to step into the world?¡± Wang Yi fell silent. He understood the implications of his actions. ¡°If you say yes, then in the future, no sect within the Dao Domain will respect the academy anymore.¡± The Baiji Academy remained uninvolved in worldly affairs, and thus, no one provoked them. But if that rule were broken, the academy would be dragged into conflicts like any other sect. Wang Yi knew he couldn¡¯t take action. He had hoped to intimidate the enemy, but it was clear that they had no intention of backing down. ¡°Besides, the Xiling Spirit Temple is aware of our conflict. Even they have not interfered, so why would you, Calligraphy Saint, involve yourself in this mess?¡± Jin Xu¡¯s words were carefully prepared. A mere schr, burdened with responsibilities, was not to be feared. Wang Yi sighed. ¡°You harm innocent children and act no different from the demonic sects.¡± ¡°You don¡¯t need to worry about us, old man. Just stay out of it.¡± Jin Xu¡¯s words were followed byughter from the other Jiao Dragon n members. Wang Yi hesitated. He couldn¡¯t forsake the academy, so he had no choice but to retreat. ¡°Hahaha, the Ink Saint is nothing special after all.¡± ¡°Shh! Don¡¯t be so loud. We must show some respect, even if he¡¯s still here.¡± ¡°Just talking. We wouldn¡¯t actually attack anyone from the academy or break the rules.¡± ¡°Exactly. If they don¡¯t provoke us, we won¡¯t provoke them. The Ink Saint is showing great restraint!¡± Tears welled up in Lu Miaoyin¡¯s eyes. ¡°Master¡­¡± ¡°My hands are tied in this matter,¡± Wang Yi sighed, his face filled with guilt as he left. He had already gone to great lengths bying here, and his final decision was for the sake of the academy. As the Ink Saint departed, despair filled the hearts of the Qinglian Immortal Ind disciples. ¡°What are we going to do? We can¡¯t rely on the Xiling Spirit Temple, and the Calligraphy Saint can¡¯t help us either¡­¡± ¡°Do we really have to hand over ten more girls?¡± ¡°Those vile dragons, they deserve to die horribly¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin stood tall, holding her jade sword, her figure graceful yet resolute, ¡°If that¡¯s the case, then we, Qinglian Immortal Ind, will fight to the death. We will neverpromise!¡± ¡°Alright, if the Saintess wants to fight, then we will stand by her to the end!¡± The sea breeze carried the tension in the air. The battle was about to erupt at any moment. Chapter 123 Chapter 123: Using Dragon Tendons as Rubber Bands ¨C Could Anyone Imagine This? Lin Qi¡¯an and his maids stood watching from the rear. ¡°Your Highness, what should we do? Should we help?¡± Ran Yuwei asked urgently. Her eagerness to assist was evident, but she didn¡¯t dare act on her own and awaited Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s decision. ¡°Xuen¨ª,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an called. ¡°At your service,¡± Su Xueni responded softly, her moon-white dress dazzling in its elegance. ¡°It¡¯s time to test your strength. Go extract that man¡¯s dragon tendon for me.¡± ¡°Dragon¡­ tendon?¡± Su Xueni paused briefly, realizing that removing the Jiao Dragon n member¡¯s dragon tendon would cripple his cultivation, a fate worse than death. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯smand remained as domineering as ever. ¡°Xuen¨ª obeys!¡± As both sides were about to sh, Su Xueni flew into the sky, her white dress fluttering like an ethereal goddess. ¡°Is that Su Xueni?¡± The fact that the young prince¡¯s maid had made a move meant he wasn¡¯t going to stand by idly. Lu Miaoyin was overjoyed. However, Jin Xu had no idea who this woman was. The Jiao Dragon n had lived in the waters for so long that they paid little attention to human affairs, let alone matters involving the distant Tianchi Holy Land. ¡°Oh? Another fairy? It seems Qinglian Immortal Ind mayck strength, but you sure have plenty of beauties!¡± Jin Xu sneered. Su Xueni did not respond and immediatelyunched her attack. A chilling wind howled through the air, and the temperature dropped sharply, even causing the surface of the sea to freeze. As the woman who had apanied Lin Qi¡¯an the longest, Su Xueni had gained the most benefits from him. She possessed a Heaven-ranked ice cultivation technique, the Ice Qilin Essence Blood, and had even studied the Celestial Immortal Goddess Diagram, granting her profound insights. In terms ofbat power, she was undoubtedly the strongest in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s household. Facing opponents of the same realm, fighting across realms was no issue for her. With a wave of her jade-like palm, a frigid cold spread out, almost freezing Jin Xu midair. The ice spikes within the cold wind nearly cut through his hardened dragon scales. Only then did Jin Xu realize that this woman was no ordinary opponent. However, since only a single woman in the Spiritual Insight Realm hade forward, he didn¡¯t call for assistance. Naturally, he intended to defeat her on his own. ¡°Such skill, fairy. You¡¯d make a fine woman for me!¡± ¡°Hmph.¡± Su Xueni¡¯s wless face showed nothing but icy indifference. Her various ice-rted divine abilities shimmered with dazzling light. The vast area of ten miles around her froze, and snowkes danced in the air. ¡°This woman is incredibly strong!¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t she the famed Saintess from Tianchi Holy Land?¡± ¡°She¡¯s so beautiful, but her strength is equally terrifying!¡± ¡°Are you joking? She¡¯s the Prince¡¯s woman!¡± Under Su Xueni¡¯s relentless pressure, Jin Xu finally couldn¡¯t hold out. He was frozen into an ice statue, unable to move. ¡°Did we win?¡± ¡°No, not yet!¡± Crack! The ice shattered into countless pieces, and a massive ten-zhang long Jiao Dragon burst free from the icy prison. Dark clouds gathered, and the sea surged violently. ¡°His true dragon form?¡± ¡°He¡¯s been forced back to his true form!¡± Jin Xu believed that revealing his true form would give him the upper hand, but the truth was that he still couldn¡¯t match Su Xueni¡¯s strength. He was beaten into retreat, crying out in pain as he fled. ¡°Retreat!¡± ¡°Think you can escape?¡± Su Xueni wouldn¡¯t let him off so easily. Countless ice spikes emerged from the sea, piercing the Jiao Dragon¡¯s body and covering him in wounds. His blood dyed the sea red. Then, Su Xueni stood atop the dragon¡¯s massive form, ice sword in hand. With a single strike, she extracted a golden dragon tendon from his body. ¡°Ah!!!¡± Jin Xu¡¯s scream was ear-piercing, filled with agonizing pain. ¡°She actually pulled out his dragon tendon!¡± ¡°My god, this is insane!¡± ¡°Is this really the prince¡¯s woman? Damn¡­¡± Su Xueni¡¯s actions shocked everyone on Qinglian Immortal Ind. The fairy-like woman had crippled Jin Xu in the most brutal manner possible. ¡°Sister Xuen¨ª¡­ she¡¯s so fierce!¡± Zi Lianyou eximed in amazement. Still, they knew that Su Xueni¡¯s strength came from being at Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side. The longer one followed the young master, the stronger they became. Su Xueni was simply fortunate, they thought. Lu Miaoyin, however, was deeply shaken. She had never imagined that Su Xueni possessed such terrifying strength. Her power far surpassed her realm, as she was able to nearly kill a peak Spiritual Insight Realm Jiao Dragon. In fact, her strength was nearly at the Celestial level! Her beautiful eyes shone with fervor. If she could follow the young master and get close to his Dao Physique, or even obtain the Divine Abilities of the Wenqu Emperor, what was there to fear? She could be stronger, and she could protect Qinglian Immortal Ind. In this world, strength was everything. Even having a master like the Ink Saint couldn¡¯t change that. After extracting the dragon tendon, Su Xueni swiftly executed Jin Xu, sparing herself the annoyance of keeping him alive. His bloodied head rolled into the sea. The remaining members of the Jiao Dragon n were horrified. ¡°Run!¡± They dove into the sea in panic, fleeing desperately. Jin Xu was dead. Although he was only a small vanguard, it was still a significant loss. Qinglian Immortal Ind had chosen to resist, and they would make the humans pay the price next time by sending someone even stronger. ¡­ Su Xueni returned to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side and respectfully presented the dragon tendon. ¡°Well done,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said.@@novelbin@@ Lin Qi¡¯an held the dragon tendon in his hand but didn¡¯t hear any notification from the system. There was only one possible reason: the dragon tendon was too low-level, its quality insufficient, and it didn¡¯t feel satisfying. What a pity, he thought, perhaps next time something of a higher grade woulde along. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for lending a hand!¡± Lu Miaoyin hurried forward to express her gratitude, feeling immensely fortunate that the young master had apanied them on this trip. If they had relied solely on her master, Qinglian Immortal Ind might have been finished. Unexpectedly, Lin Qi¡¯an casually tossed the golden dragon tendon aside. ¡°Take it and tie it up for everyone to use as a rubber band for jumping games.¡± ¡°!!!¡± Lu Miaoyin was stunned upon hearing this. The corner of her mouth even twitched uncontrobly. Using a dragon tendon from a Spiritual Insight Realm Jiao Dragon for jumping games? Could anyonee up with something like this? It was simply too arrogant and domineering¡­ If the Jiao Dragon n saw this, they¡¯d probably die of anger on the spot! But upon thinking about it more, she couldn¡¯t help but feel a sense of satisfaction. ¡°Understood!¡± Several subordinates carefully lifted the ten-zhang long dragon tendon and tied it between two trees outside. Their hearts were both nervous and excited. They couldn¡¯t help but feel that with the young master around, all the grievances they had endured in the past could now be avenged! ¡­ At sea, about five hundred miles from Qinglian Immortal Ind, stood a grand pce. This was where the Jiao Dragon n resided, reigning as the overlords of the surrounding waters. ¡°Report! Report!¡± Several n members, looking panicked, fled while shouting. ¡°What¡¯s going on? Why have only a few of you returned? Where¡¯s Jin Xu?¡± ¡°He¡­ he had his dragon tendon extracted and was killed!¡± ¡°What?!¡± This news quickly spread throughout the Jiao Dragon n, igniting a furious uproar. The dragon tendon of a Jiao Dragon was incredibly valuable, used to craft various magical treasures. Having one¡¯s tendon extracted was the most humiliating experience imaginable, without question! What kind of guts did the people of Qinglian Immortal Ind have to do something like this? ¡°Outrageous! Chief, let me lead a team to annihte Qinglian Immortal Ind!¡± The Jiao Dragon Divine Son, Yan Qing, stepped forward, volunteering for the mission. He was a rising star of his generation, the hope for the Jiao Dragon n¡¯s future, and an exceptional genius. At a young age, he had already reached the Celestial Realm and even gained a trace of Azure Dragon bloodline, earning the favor of an emissary from the Kui Dragon n. The Kui Dragon n, a true dragon lineage within the Dao Domain, was far nobler and more powerful than the Jiao Dragon n. They were a force to be reckoned with, even among the myriad races of the Dao Domain! This emissary hade to visit the Jiao Dragon n with the intention of taking Yan Qing to the Dao Domain, offering him the chance to be the disciple of a powerful Kui Dragon expert. It was an incredible opportunity, and the Jiao Dragon n had been doing everything possible to please this emissary. The invasion of Qinglian Immortal Ind and the kidnapping of young girls were part of their efforts to entertain the emissary, who enjoyed the taste of human girls. They had originally intended to capture more girls this time, but Qinglian Immortal Ind had overturned the table. ¡°Alright, Yan¡¯er, you personally lead the team this time and teach Qinglian Immortal Ind a lesson. Remember to capture more human girls so we can better please the emissary.¡± ¡°Yes, father!¡± Yan Qing donned his silver armor, wielded a trident, and set out with his cloak billowing in the wind, his presence awe-inspiring. As he led a group of powerful Jiao Dragon n members, the sea churned violently, and schools of fish fled in terror. ¡­ Outside Qinglian Immortal Ind, led by Yan Qing, the Jiao Dragon n approached in full force, riding the waves with imposing momentum. Their arrival was nothing short of ominous. The towering waves and dark clouds overhead signaled their hostile intent. ¡°These foolish humans dared to take our dragon tendons and use them to craft magical treasures. They¡¯re courting death!¡± ¡°This time, we must severely cripple Qinglian Immortal Ind!¡± ¡°We should capture more human women while we¡¯re at it, so they can bear children for the Jiao Dragon n, haha!¡± As they sailed, the members of the Jiao Dragon n exchanged crude remarks, eagerly anticipating their arrival. Before long, they reached Qinglian Immortal Ind. ¡°Why aren¡¯t they showing any fear now that we¡¯ve arrived?¡± The Jiao Dragon members were puzzled. Normally, the area would be heavily guarded, but today it seemed abandoned. ¡°Haha, they must be scared!¡± ¡°Wait, what are those women doing down there?¡± They looked down and saw several women gleefully jumping up and down. Beneath their feet was a long, golden, stic rope. ¡°Divine Son¡­¡± ¡°T-that¡¯s our Jiao Dragon¡¯s dragon tendon!!¡± Chapter 124 Chapter 124: Heaven¡¯s Sword Summons Thunder, Jiao Dragon Divine Son Defeated in an Instant! It was the tendon of a Jiao Dragon! These people didn¡¯t extract the dragon tendon to refine magical artifacts but were using it as a rope for jumping games?! ¡°Outrageous!!¡± Yan Qing roared, his voice shaking the heavens. In an instant, the terrifying aura of his Celestial Realm surged, apanied by the majestic power of the Azure Dragon bloodline. Behind him, waves rose a hundred feet high! Meanwhile, the Ind Lord and Lu Miaoyin, along with all of Qinglian Immortal Ind¡¯s forces, had already gathered at the front. They knew that the Jiao Dragon n, in their fury, would inevitablye seeking revenge, so they had prepared in advance. ¡°Is that the Jiao Dragon Divine Son, Yan Qing?¡± ¡°Yes, the lucky one who obtained the ancient dragon bloodline!¡± ¡°Indeed, he¡¯s already in the Celestial Realm at such a young age.¡± ¡°He actually came in person¡­ and with so many powerful experts. I fear today won¡¯t end well.¡± People whispered among themselves as Yan Qing appeared. Lin Qi¡¯an received a system notification. [Destined Child ¡°Yan Qing¡± Detected] Destined Child: Yan Qing Secret Treasure: Overturning Sea Trident Luck: 600 (Purple) Luck Core: Azure Dragon Bloodline Current Kill Reward: None Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s evaluation: A worthless Destined Child. The Azure Dragon bloodline was of no use to someone like him, who possessed the Ancestral Dragon bloodline. With this type of Destined Child, Lin Qi¡¯an could slowly diminish his luck for rewards if he was in the mood. If not, he could simply kill him without any hesitation. ¡­ Yan Qing¡¯s thundering voice echoed across Qinglian Immortal Ind. ¡°You dare extract the tendons of my Jiao Dragon n and y with them like this?!¡± ¡°And how do you justify ughtering and harming ten innocent young girls?!¡± someone retorted loudly. ¡°Hmph, in sect conflicts, strength rules all. If you¡¯re weaker, being killed or tortured is your own fault.¡± ¡°Well said.¡± Lu Miaoyin responded calmly, ¡°In that case, having your dragon tendons extracted was your own doing, and you¡¯ve no one else to me.¡± ¡°Good!¡± ¡°What courage from the Qinglian Saintess!¡± ¡°Whoever extracted the dragon tendon,e forth and face your death!¡± Yan Qing¡¯s roar spread across the entire Qinglian Immortal Ind, as loud as thunder, and the force of his voice sent towering waves crashing against the shore. ¡°I¡¯ll give you ten breaths. For every breath you¡¯rete, I¡¯ll kill another person!¡± ¡­ ¡°No need for ten breaths. It was me.¡± A stunningly beautiful woman in white, as graceful as a fairy, appeared in the sky. Her pristine white robes made her look like a goddess from the moon. For a moment, Yan Qing was mesmerized. He hadn¡¯t expected to find a woman here even more beautiful than the Qinglian Saintess! This Qinglian Immortal Ind might becking in strength, but it certainly wasn¡¯t short on beautiful women. The nature of dragons was lustful by instinct. Yan Qing had tasted the flesh of countless human women, more than he could count, but such a peerless beauty was something he had never encountered. ¡°It was you who extracted the dragon tendon?¡± Yan Qing asked. ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°Hahaha!¡± Yan Qingughed, ¡°Such a powerful woman! I like you even more.¡± ¡°I¡¯ll give you an opportunity,¡± he dered arrogantly. ¡°You and the Qinglian Saintess, both of you can be my women. Hand over ten more girls, and perhaps I won¡¯t hold a grudge today.¡± He spoke as though he were offering Qinglian Immortal Ind a great favor. However, the people of Qinglian Immortal Ind merely sneered inwardly at his words. This fool dared to covet the Beiyang¡¯s prince woman? Even the crown prince of Tai¡¯an couldn¡¯t win her favor, and yet you think you can? Hah! There¡¯s bound to be a good show soon¡­ ¡°Why are you hesitating? Don¡¯t me me for not giving you a chance!¡± Yan Qing¡¯s patience was nearing its end as he noticed both women unmoved. Some people even seemed to be mocking him in secret. Did they really think he wouldn¡¯t ughter them all? Given Qinglian Immortal Ind¡¯s strength, they didn¡¯t stand a chance against the Jiao Dragon n in an all-out fight. These fools were truly overestimating themselves. Just as Yan Qing was about to make an example of someone, something stirred on the ground. Three Jiao Dragons appeared, slithering upward in their true forms! Their bodies twisted and linked, forming a long, winding path! Why were there Jiao Dragons here? Arge question loomed in Yan Qing¡¯s mind. Next, a man dressed in immacte white robes, as pure as snow, slowly walked along the path formed by the Jiao Dragons¡¯ bodies. His hands were sped behind his back as he strolled casually, as if taking a leisurely walk through a garden. He¡­ was walking on our Jiao Dragons as if they were mere stepping stones! At that moment, all the Jiao Dragon n members were shocked beyond belief. Such brazen behavior¡ª it was as if he had pped every Jiao Dragon across the face! When Yan Qing looked at the Jiao Dragons again, their eyes were filled with fear and submission, without a trace of pride. ¡°He is¡­ the Beiyang Crown Prince!¡± Someone recognized the white-robed man, and their voice triggered a tidal wave of shock among the crowd. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince?!¡± ¡°The son of the Sword Emperor!¡± ¡°I remember now¡­ Beiyang once captured Jiao Dragons and used them to pull carriages!¡± ¡°Yes, it was Beiyang Crown Prince Lin Qi¡¯an, him!¡± Rage ignited like wildfire among the Jiao Dragon n. They prided themselves as members of a noble dragon lineage, yet their kin were being used as beasts of burden to pull carriages! And now, their dragon tendons had been extracted by this very Beiyang Crown Prince¡¯s people, to be used as skipping ropes. How could they tolerate this? They couldn¡¯t! [Yan Qing, Hatred Value: 100] While the Jiao Dragon n burned with fury, the people of Qinglian Immortal Ind gazed at Lin Qi¡¯an with admiration. He stood with poise, his feet atop the Jiao Dragon, dressed in spotless white robes, radiating an aura of transcendence. The Beiyang Crown Prince had shocked everyone with his sheer presence. He was too impressive, too awe-inspiring! How could any woman not fall for a man like him? Especially the maids, whose favorite pastime was watching their master make such grand disys, secretly feeling proud. ¡®This is my man, isn¡¯t he amazing?¡¯ they thought. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince Lin Qi¡¯an?¡± Yan Qing still maintained a semnce of rationality. Knowing that rash action was unwise, he tried to reason first. ¡°This matter concerns Xiling; don¡¯t you think you¡¯re overstepping?¡± ¡°I heard you¡¯ve taken an interest in one of my maids?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s smile carried a bone-chilling coldness. Several members of the Jiao Dragon n instinctively shivered. ¡°I wouldn¡¯t dare¡­¡± Yan Qing clenched his fists, grinding his teeth in secret. He wouldn¡¯t dare admit it in front of Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°How about this, I¡¯ll give you a choice,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said casually. ¡°Leave behind your dragon tendon, and I¡¯ll let you live.¡± Everyone was stunned! The Crown Prince had demanded the tendon of the Jiao Dragon Divine Son? That was worse than killing him! It was akin to trampling on the pride of a noble Divine Son and humiliating him. Wait¡ªdid the Crown Prince have a special obsession with dragon tendons? He had left no room for negotiation: either give up the tendon, or die. The Jiao Dragon n seethed with rage, but they didn¡¯t dare voice their anger. Meanwhile, the people of Qinglian Immortal Ind felt a sense of catharsis. Watching Lin Qi¡¯an oppress the Jiao Dragons, leaving them without the courage to retaliate, was incredibly satisfying. ¡°You¡¯ve gone too far!¡± Yan Qing trembled with fury. ¡°We¡¯re far from Tianjian City. Aren¡¯t you afraid we¡¯ll go all out, forcing a mutual destruction?¡± ¡°Oh, are you threatening me? I don¡¯t like being threatened,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied calmly. ¡°Aunt You, why don¡¯t you go in and kill a few?¡± ¡°Understood.¡± Ripples spread through the air. In the blink of an eye, several Jiao Dragon n members behind Yan Qing had their heads severed, blood spraying wildly. Everyone was terrified! Their backs went cold, and no one dared to move. The Beiyang Crown Prince had killed without hesitation, showing no concern for the consequences. Did he not know this was Xiling Temple¡¯s territory? Acting beyond his jurisdiction was a direct p in Xiling Temple¡¯s face! ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an, you want my dragon tendon? Come and take it yourself, if you dare!¡± Yan Qing shouted, his eyes burning with rage. ¡°Very well,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an agreed without hesitation. After all, he preferred to collect the reward for killing an enemy himself. Three swords flew out¡ªNine Yang Divine Sword, Ice Soul Divine Sword, and the Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword. Thebined power of three Sacred Rank weapons surged, terrifying as an ancient beast waking from its slumber. In an instant, the waves reversed direction, space rippled, and countless rocks crumbled under the invisible force. ¡°Come on, then!¡± Yan Qing¡¯s cold gaze shed. ¡¯If you want my dragon tendon, I¡¯ll take your life!¡¯ He thought. If death was inevitable, taking the life of the Beiyang Crown Prince would be a huge victory. ng! Swords shed with the trident, sparks flying. The sea beneath them erupted into towering waves, like a nuclear explosion in the water, shaking the heavens and earth. With the first exchange, Yan Qing¡¯s expression changed. The pressure from Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s three swords was like a mountain pressing down¡ªimpossible to resist directly! Crack! The Sacred Rank trident shattered into pieces. A Sacred Weapon, destroyed in the first round. Everyone was in shock. Yan Qing, too, was stunned. His hands were torn, blood spraying from his mouth. Like a cannonball, he was sted into the sea, sending up a massive ssh.@@novelbin@@ ¡°Divine Son!¡± The Jiao Dragon n members were ashen-faced. Suddenly, a deep dragon roar erupted from the depths of the sea. ¡°Roar!¡± The water turned into a vortex as a hundred-meter-long Jiao Dragon broke through the surface, bringing with it a torrential downpour. This Jiao Dragon was different from ordinary ones; beneath its iron-hard scales shimmered a faint azure glow. It was the Azure Dragon bloodline! The overwhelming dragon aura forced many members of the Jiao Dragon n to bow in submission. ¡°The Divine Son has activated the power of the Azure Dragon bloodline!¡± ¡°So powerful¡­¡± The Azure Dragon, also known as the Green Dragon, was one of the four sacred beasts. Gaining its bloodline could allow even lowly Jiao Dragons to soar into prominence, their power increasing dramatically! This was why the Divine Son had earned the favor of the emissary from the Kui Dragon n. ¡°Tsunami Skyfall!¡± A three hundred-fifty-meter-high tsunami rose, and the countless whitewater waves condensed into hundreds of shimmering water spears. They shot toward Lin Qi¡¯an like arrows leaving a bowstring. Thousands of spears flew out, blotting the sky and shaking the heavens! Even from a distance, the scene filled onlookers with dread. Many thought the Beiyang Crown Prince was in for a fierce battle. But when it came to facing an opponent in the same realm, Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t even bother using his dragon might. With ease, he recalled his three swords, which swirled around him defensively, shattering the iing spears without any difficulty. Then, he raised his fourth sword¡ªThunderstrike! The sword glowed with dazzling lightning, blinding to behold. ¡°The Crown Prince is using four Sacred Weapons!¡± ¡°Is he crazy? Are Sacred Weapons somon for him?¡± ¡°Wait, what¡¯s happening?¡± The sky had already darkened with rolling clouds, and it seemed like thunder dragons were dancing within, ready to strike at any moment. Sensing the overwhelming destructive energy in the clouds, the surrounding cultivators grew fearful and shouted: ¡°Everyone, get away from the Crown Prince, protect yourselves!¡± ¡°Metal-elemental Tribtion Lightning.¡± Boom! The sky exploded with a deafening roar. A streak of golden lightning burst from the clouds, crashing down with the power to destroy everything. Suspended midair, Lin Qi¡¯an stood in his white robes, immacte as ever, his sword guiding the heavenly thunder. The lightning struck. The clouds split apart! Space distorted! The sea churned wildly! The crowd collectively retreated in shock. Just the force of that single bolt caused countless hearts to quake, nearly making some cough up blood. Yan Qing was forced to confront it head-on. His dragon horns glowed as he braced himself against the thunder, trying to defy the heavens¡¯ might. ¡°The Crown Prince¡­ summoned the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder?¡± ¡°Heavenly tribtion lightning cannot be blocked! Divine Son, retreat!¡± But the warning came toote. With an earth-shattering crack, the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder exploded, its power coursing through the dragon¡¯s body, ravaging it from within. Yan Qing¡¯s body, now scorched ck, was gravely injured. The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder was far beyond what an ordinary person could endure. As Yan Qing¡¯s Jiao Dragon form fell into the sea, everyone knew the oue. The Divine Son had been utterly defeated. In front of the Beiyang Crown Prince, he didn¡¯t even stood a chance! Chapter 125 Chapter 125: Su Xueni¡¯s Little Scheme ¨C Serving the Crown Prince During His Bath? The Jiao Dragon Divine Son, blessed with the Azure Dragon bloodline, was undoubtedly a heaven-sent prodigy. He was the hope of the Jiao Dragon n¡¯s future, destined to be a great power in the world. Moreover, he had caught the attention of major ns in the Dao Domain, and his potential seemed limitless. Given time, he was certain to rise to prominence. Yet, in front of the Beiyang Crown Prince, such a genius was nothing more than a helpless puppet! He had no ability to resist at all¡­ The sheer contrast left the Jiao Dragon n members feeling utterly unreal, each one frozen in ce, mouths agape. Yan Qing, knowing he couldn¡¯t match Lin Qi¡¯an, was overwhelmed with fear. His only thought was to dive into the water and flee¡ªescaping was the only way to protect his dragon tendon! ¡°Running? A bit toote for that.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an casually waved his hand, sending the Nine Yang Divine Sword and Seven Stars Dragon Spring Sword flying like streaks of red and white light. Squelch! The Jiao Dragon¡¯s head and tail were pierced through. The dragon scales, once as hard as steel, were like fragile paper in the face of Sacred Rank weapons. The entire dragon was skewered like a grilled squid! Standing atop the Jiao Dragon¡¯s body, Lin Qi¡¯an clenched his fist in mid-air and forcibly extracted the dragon tendon in one swift motion! ¡°Ahhh!!!¡± The Jiao Dragon Divine Son, covered in blood, screamed in excruciating pain. Losing his dragon tendon meant falling from the heavens, bing aplete cripple. Behind him, the Jiao Dragon n members were filled with both rage and sorrow, their fists clenched, veins bulging, their eyes burning with fury. Yan Qing, the hope of the Jiao Dragon n, had been crippled by Lin Qi¡¯an just like that. How could they not be enraged? They wanted nothing more than to tear Lin Qi¡¯an apart! But on the surface, none dared to show it. The sheer power of the Beiyang Crown Prince was something they could not contend with. ¡°What do we do?¡± someone asked, their voice trembling. ¡°What else can we do? We need to bring the Divine Son back for treatment!¡± ¡°And the Beiyang Crown Prince?¡± ¡°That¡¯s beyond us. We¡¯ll have to report this to Xiling Temple!¡± A senior member of the Jiao Dragon n spoke with a grim face, gritting his teeth. ¡°I don¡¯t believe he can stay here forever! Once he leaves, we¡¯lle back and destroy Qinglian Immortal Ind!¡± ¡°Retreat!¡± ¡°Quick, report this to the n leader and the envoy!¡± The Jiao Dragon n retreated, the tsunamis and dark clouds receding with them. Their once grand army slunk away in defeat. Watching this, the entire Qinglian Immortal Ind was awestruck by Lin Qi¡¯an. One man had sent the ferocious Jiao Dragon n packing, something they could hardly believe even with their own eyes. ¡°The Crown Prince is incredibly powerful¡­ Is he really only in his twenties?¡± ¡°He¡¯s practically the strongest genius in the entire Cann Dao Domain. Even the Tai¡¯an princess can¡¯tpare. Don¡¯t judge him by ordinary standards.¡± ¡°When the Crown Prince was in the Spiritual Insight Realm, he could already kill those in the Celestial Realm. Defeating someone in the same realm is now a trivial matter.¡± ¡°Thank goodness the Saintess brought the Crown Prince. Otherwise, Qinglian Immortal Ind would have been doomed.¡± As Lin Qi¡¯an extracted the dragon tendon, he heard the system notification. [Ding! Destined Child ¡°Yan Qing¡± has been crippled. Luck Value -200. Host Viin Points +2000]. Curiously, despite Yan Qing being crippled, he still had hundreds of Luck Points left. It seemed he still had some potential for aeback. Lin Qi¡¯an decided to keep an eye on him¡ªafter all, with the Heavenly Fated Viin Divine Eyes, he could monitor Yan Qing¡¯s every move. As Lin Qi¡¯an returned, the Ind Lord and many others immediately stepped forward to offer their endless gratitude, nearly ready to kneel at his feet. ¡°By the way, Your Highness, you¡¯ve extracted dragon tendons twice now. What do you n to use them for?¡± Ran Yuwei asked curiously. Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled. ¡°Not much, I just want to make a belt.¡± ¡°A belt?!¡± Upon hearing this, everyone was dumbfounded. ¡°The Crown Prince extracted the Jiao Dragon Divine Son¡¯s tendon¡­ just to make a belt?!¡± ¡°Insane! I¡¯ve never heard of anyone doing something like this!¡± ¡°The Crown Prince is so domineering¡­¡± ¡°Haha, the Jiao Dragon n has always been arrogant and overbearing, but they¡¯ve finally met someone even more so!¡± ¡°Though it¡¯s unreasonable, I love it!¡± Lu Miaoyin couldn¡¯t help but gasp in disbelief. Earlier, she hadn¡¯t understood why the Crown Prince had traveled so far to get here. Now it all made sense! It was ridiculous yet oddly amusing. Amid the cheers, some couldn¡¯t help but worry. ¡°The Jiao Dragon n suffered a huge blow. They won¡¯t let this go easily. They¡¯re bound to seek revenge.¡± ¡°True¡­ with their vengeful nature, they definitely won¡¯t swallow their pride.¡± ¡°What will we do after the Crown Prince leaves?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled and reassured them, ¡°There¡¯s no need to worry too much. Whatever I do, I take responsibility for the consequences.¡± ¡°I¡¯ll be staying at Qinglian Immortal Ind for a while. Let¡¯s see what moves they make.¡± ¡°Long live the Crown Prince!¡± After obtaining the dragon tendon, Lin Qi¡¯an used the Nine Yang Divine Fire to refine it into a golden thread for his belt,pleting the system¡¯s task. This dragon tendon was of good quality! [Ding! Taskpleted. You¡¯ve obtained the ¡°Tidal Sovereign Pearl¡±] Another extremely powerful artifact! In a ce like the Western Seas, where the Jiao Dragon n¡¯s magic and abilities were mostly water-based, the Tidal Sovereign Pearl would offer Lin Qi¡¯an a solid defense against their water-based attacks. ¡­ Meanwhile, back at the bottom of the sea, the Jiao Dragon n members who had fled returned in utter defeat. ¡°n Leader! n Leader!¡± The severely injured Yan Qing was brought before the Jiao Dragon n Leader. ¡°What happened to Yan¡¯er?!¡± Although Yan Qing wasn¡¯t the biological son of the Jiao Dragon n Leader, he had been found and raised since childhood, treated like his own son, and taught all he knew. Seeing him in such a miserable state filled the n leader with both shock and rage. He quickly checked Yan Qing¡¯s condition. ¡°n Leader! The Divine Son¡­ his dragon tendon has been extracted!¡± ¡°What?!¡± The n leader immediately examined him and found that Yan Qing¡¯s dragon tendon had indeed been removed. His cultivation was destroyed¡ªhe had be a cripple! Raging, the n leader¡¯s eyes burned with fury. Yan Qing was the hope for the Jiao Dragon n¡¯s rise, and he had even caught the attention of the emissary who nned to take him to the Dao Domain. With time, Yan Qing could have returned to lift the entire n to glory. But now, everything was ruined! ¡°Who?! Who dared to do this? I¡¯ll skin them alive and make them beg for death!¡± The n leader¡¯s roar sent shockwaves through the entire n, his voice as thunderous as crashing waves. ¡°It was¡­¡± The subordinate hesitated, but before he could finish, the n leader grabbed him by the cor and lifted him into the air. ¡°Speak!¡± ¡°It was the Beiyang Crown Prince, Lin Qi¡¯an¡­¡± ¡°Lin Qi¡¯an¡­ the son of the Sword Emperor?¡± At the mention of this name, the overwhelming fury of the n leader visibly deted. It was as if a raging inferno had suddenly been doused with cold water. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince¡­ how arrogant, to extend his hand all the way into the Western Seas!¡± The n leader¡¯s eyes flickered, his voice turning cold. ¡°Quickly, take Yan¡¯er away for treatment. Don¡¯t inform the emissary just yet. Try to keep this under wraps!¡± He feared that if the emissary learned of Yan Qing¡¯s condition, he would abandon Yan Qing entirely. ¡°n Leader, what do we do now?¡± ¡°What do we do? I¡¯ll go to Xiling Temple myself. Quickly, prepare heavenly materials, spirit pearls, and treasures!¡± ¡°Understood!¡± The Beiyang Crown Prince had brought his dominance to the Western Seas, but would Xiling Temple, the overlord of this area, stand by idly? After all, the Temple¡¯s Master was an Emperor, famed for his ferocity and love of battle! ¡­ Nightfall. Qinglian Immortal Ind. The past few days had been much quieter on the ind. Perhaps the Jiao Dragon n had been intimidated by the presence of the Crown Prince, and thus didn¡¯t dare to stir up trouble. At this moment, Su Xueni was preparing to head to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chambers to serve him during his bath. However, just as she reached the courtyard, she ran into Lu Miaoyin, who was pacing back and forth with a troubled look on her face. Lu Miaoyin was also a stunning beauty, with skin like jade and an aura of elegance. The delicate curve of her corbone, peeking from beneath her white dress, was particrly alluring. However, Su Xueni couldn¡¯t help but think, ¡®She¡¯s still two points behind me in beauty.¡¯ ¡°Sister Xueni!¡± Lu Miaoyin hurriedly approached. Su Xueni smiled warmly and asked, ¡°It¡¯ste, Sister Miaoyin. Do you need something?¡± ¡°I¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin hesitated. For the past few days, she had been discussing with the Ind Lord how to properly thank the Crown Prince for his help. However, no matter how hard they thought about it, Qinglian Immortal Ind had nothing that could catch the Crown Prince¡¯s eye. Nothing seemed valuable enough to offer. The only thing that could be worthy was Lu Miaoyin herself, the ind¡¯s unparalleled beauty. Naturally, the Ind Lord fully supported this idea. If Lu Miaoyin could catch the Crown Prince¡¯s attention, their future would be secure. After much internal struggle, Lu Miaoyin decided to approach Su Xueni for advice, believing that since she had been with the Crown Prince for so long, she would have the most experience.@@novelbin@@ ¡°Sister Xueni, that¡¯s the situation¡­ We want to repay the Crown Prince for his kindness, but we don¡¯t know how. Do you know what he likes?¡± Hearing this, a sly smile appeared on Su Xueni¡¯s face, ¡°There¡¯s an excellent opportunity right now. I can tell you, but remember, if the Crown Prince favors you in the future, you mustn¡¯t forget me.¡± Su Xueni was a schemer at heart. She was always cultivating her influence to solidify her position as the principal consort. As Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s harem continued to grow, Su Xueni knew that only by holding onto her authority would she remain secure. ¡°Of course!¡± Lu Miaoyin agreed, nodding eagerly. ¡°I¡¯m about to go serve the Crown Prince during his bath. If you wish, I can let you take this rare chance to get close to him.¡± ¡°Serve¡­ him¡­ during his bath?¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s face turned bright red. Chapter 126 Chapter 126: The Crown Prince¡¯s Peculiar Habits¡ªBathing Assistance?! Bathing! Hearing the word alone made Lu Miaoyin blush furiously. Just the thought of it made her feel embarrassed. She had never even held a man¡¯s hand before! In reality, Lu Miaoyin was not an ordinary human; she was a lotus spirit, pure and untouched. After she transformed into a human form, she had always lived on Qinglian Immortal Ind. Her only passion was poetry, and due to her exceptional talent in cultivation, she eventually became the Qinglian Saintess. ¡°What¡¯s wrong? Don¡¯t want to?¡± Su Xueni asked with a teasing smile. ¡°I¡­ I do want to,¡± Lu Miaoyin replied, though still flustered. She was simply shy. These were things she had never even imagined before, let alone experienced. ¡°If you really don¡¯t want to, that¡¯s fine too. This kind of opportunity is something others would beg for.¡± ¡°No¡­ Thank you, Sister Xueni. I¡¯ll always remember your kindness!¡± Lu Miaoyin quickly responded, determined to seize the chance. ¡°Good,¡± Su Xueni smiled. This girl was smart after all, truly a cultured person. Unlike that brash Zi Lianyou, who was all brawn and no brain, constantly needing reminders to know her ce. Knock, knock! With a mixture of anxiety and excitement, Lu Miaoyin knocked on the door to Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s chamber. ¡°Crown Prince, Miaoyin seeks an audience.¡± ¡°Come in.¡± Lu Miaoyin entered, and the candlelight flickered across her flushed, delicate face. ¡°Crown Prince, Sister Xueni said she wasn¡¯t feeling well, so she asked me to serve you during your bath,¡± she said, her voice trembling slightly, so much so that she nearly bit her lip from the embarrassment. Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled, knowing that Su Xueni had surely set her up toe. ¡°So the Saintess is willing to be put through this?¡± ¡°I¡¯m not unwilling¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin quickly replied. She hurriedly instructed two maids to bring in hot water, sprinkled with fragrant flower petals, and added a special body-cleansing liquid to the bath. After setting everything up, she dismissed the maids, closed the door gently, and said softly, ¡°Please, Your Highness¡­¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stepped into the bath, and Lu Miaoyin began to massage and scrub his back, following the usual steps. Though her technique was clumsy, the soft touch of her hands was undeniably pleasant. There was a certain charm to the awkwardness, enhanced by her innate beauty, like a buff of attraction. Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help but think of the protagonists in those stories, constantly trying to win over women, often humiliated by the woman¡¯s powerful backers, having to go through endless hardships before finally winning her heart. And here he was¡ªstanding still, and the Saintess was offering herself up without any effort on his part. This is the life! As time passed, Lu Miaoyin gradually grew ustomed to her task. She no longer kept her head down in embarrassment and even mustered the courage to nce at the Crown Prince¡¯s muscr physique. ¡°Your Highness, I have a request,¡± she said shyly. ¡°Speak freely,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied. ¡°Since Your Highness has inherited the legacy of the Wenqu Emperor, could you share one or two of the emperor¡¯s unpublished poems?¡± Lu Miaoyin asked hesitantly. Lin Qi¡¯an found her request amusing. Here, in such a moment, most women would be thinking about seduction or a romantic encounter. But this innocent girl was focused on poetry? Her innocence intrigued him, and he couldn¡¯t resist teasing her a bit. ¡°Sure,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said. ¡°Really?¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s eyes sparkled with excitement. ¡°But first, you¡¯ll need to join me.¡± ¡°J-join you?¡± When she saw the Crown Prince point to the bath, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s face turned as red as a ripe apple. The steam rising in the room felt like it wasing directly from her head.@@novelbin@@ ¡°If you don¡¯t want to, pretend I didn¡¯t say anything.¡± ¡°I¡­ I¡¯ll join.¡± ¡°Coming in fully dressed? You¡¯re insulting me.¡± ¡°N-no, forgive me, Your Highness!¡± In the end, Lin Qi¡¯an got what he wanted, feeling a strong sense of aplishment. ¡°Even the lotus can¡¯tpare to the beauty of the maiden¡¯s face; fragrance from the water pce fills the air with pearls and jewels.¡± ¡°What a beautiful poem!¡± Lu Miaoyin unconsciously praised, then realized thepliment was for herself, making her face flush even more. Bathing together, while reciting poetry¡ªand with her dream prince, no less¡ªthis was like a dreame true for Lu Miaoyin. She was filled with happiness, as though her heart had been drenched in honey. She couldn¡¯t help but feel immense gratitude toward Su Xueni for giving her this opportunity. Just then, the door suddenly swung open. ¡°Your Highness? I found some adorable spirit beasts on Qinglian Ind. Can I take a few and raise them in the Lotus Realm?¡± It was Ran Yuwei, her lively personality evident as she burst into the room without any of the reserved nature typically expected of ady. Lin Qi¡¯an had grown used to moments like this, with Ran Yuwei barging in unannounced. There had been several times where, after she suddenly burst into the room, he simply didn¡¯t let her leave. But this time, her abrupt entry truly startled Lu Miaoyin, leaving herpletely frozen in ce. Her brain shut down on the spot! The shameful scene had her terrified¡ªif word of this got out, she would be too embarrassed to live. In a panic, she transformed into her true form¡ªa lotus flower¡ªfloating on the water¡¯s surface, swaying along with the petals. ¡°Do as you like,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an replied calmly, unfazed by the situation. ¡°Hehe, thank you, Your Highness!¡± Ran Yuwei giggled and left as swiftly as she hade,pletely unaware that Lu Miaoyin was also there. ¡°Who would have thought? The Qinglian Saintess is actually a lotus spirit?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an remarked, amused. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, not all spirits are the same. I don¡¯t hold any prejudice,¡± he added with a smile. ¡°Well, now that she¡¯s gone, aren¡¯t you going to change back?¡± Despite his coaxing, Lu Miaoyin remained in her lotus form, clearly too flustered to respond. Is she really this shy? With a sigh, Lin Qi¡¯an stood up, picked up the lotus flower that was now Lu Miaoyin, and ced it gently into his tea cup. He decided to leave her be for the time being. ¡°Guess I¡¯ll go sleep in Su Xueni¡¯s room tonight,¡± he thought casually as he walked out of the room. After Lin Qi¡¯an left, Lu Miaoyin stayed in the tea cup for nearly two hours. By the time she finally reverted to her human form, the tea had taken on a sweet lotus fragrance. She quickly and quietly slipped out of the room, too embarrassed to let anyone see her. ¡­ The next morning, Lu Miaoyin was already waiting outside Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s door at the break of dawn. She wasn¡¯t there for any other reason than to apologize for her awkward behavior the previous night. She feared that her poor performance had displeased the Crown Prince. Before long, Lin Qi¡¯an returned, stretching and yawning contentedly. ¡®Ah, Su Xueni really is perfect in every way,¡¯ he thought. ¡°What¡¯s this? Why are you waiting here so early?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked with a teasing smile when he spotted Lu Miaoyin. ¡°Last night¡­ I was disrespectful. Please forgive me, Your Highness,¡± Lu Miaoyin said, bowing her head in embarrassment. ¡°Haha, don¡¯t worry. I¡¯m not that petty.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an, feeling a bit sorry for teasing her, added with a grin, ¡°There¡¯s no need to overthink it. Your secret is safe with me.¡± Lu Miaoyin couldn¡¯t help but be touched. The Crown Prince was not only understanding but also held no prejudice against her. How could there be another man like him in the world? ¡°As an apology, I¡¯ll stay by Your Highness¡¯s side today, ready to serve at any moment.¡± ¡°Suit yourself,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled, shaking his head with a smile. As he stepped into the room, his eyes fell on the tea cup from the night before, still sitting on the table. He remembered that Lu Miaoyin had been in that very cup. Out of curiosity, he picked it up and took a sniff, immediately noticing the fresh, delicate scent of lotus blossoms. ¡°Your Highness!¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s face turned beet red, stammering as she tried to stop him. ¡°That water¡­ that water is¡ª¡± But before she could finish, Lin Qi¡¯an had already taken a sip. Instantly, her face flushed like a ripe apple, the redness creeping all the way up to her ears. ¡®That was the water I soaked in for two whole hours! And now the Crown Prince had just drank it?!¡¯ ¡°To be honest, it tastes surprisingly good,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, amused by the situation. He couldn¡¯t help but let a yful smile creep across his face. This ¡°lotus tea¡± was unexpectedly delightful! Without a second thought, he took another sip, savoring the refreshing vor that seemed to spread through his entire body, rejuvenating him like a breeze of spring air. ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin could barely speak, her voice as soft as a whisper. She could never have imagined that the Crown Prince would have such¡­ peculiar tastes. But deep down, she felt a strange sense of joy. Through this odd twist of fate, she had discovered something that the Crown Prince liked. At least now, she didn¡¯t feel entirely worthless. ¡°If¡­ if Your Highness likes it, I could¡­¡± she stammered, her face still glowing with embarrassment. ¡°I could prepare tea like this for you more often.¡± ¡°Hmm, that¡¯s actually a pretty good idea,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an agreed with a smile. He couldn¡¯t help but think about the typical protagonists in those stories¡ªso proper, so gentlemanly with their female leads, always treating them with the utmost care and respect, trying to win their affection. ¡¯Where¡¯s the fun in that?¡¯ Lin Qi¡¯an thought, thoroughly enjoying his role as a viin. Chapter 127 Chapter 127: The Xiling Spirit Temple Sends Envoys¡ªThe Crown Prince Gives No Face? The Xiling Spirit Temple was the dominant force in the Western Domain, much like Tianjian City was in Beiyang, the unrivaled leader. All sects and holynds within the Western Domain were under its jurisdiction. Previously, Qinglian Immortal Ind had sought aid from the Xiling Spirit Temple, only to be turned away. This time, however, the one seeking help was the Jiao Dragon n Leader. ¡°That Beiyang Crown Prince dared to cause trouble in the Western Seas!¡± the Jiao Dragon n Leader roared in frustration. ¡°He extracted Yan¡¯er¡¯s dragon tendon! Although I am not his biological father, I raised him as my own. Seeing him reduced to a weak cripple is heartbreaking!¡± The one listening to this grievance was Yue Lin, the Right Envoy of the Xiling Spirit Temple. Although Yue Lin¡¯s cultivation wasn¡¯t as high as the Jiao Dragon n Leader¡¯s, his position within the temple afforded him considerable authority. The n leader knew well that even a lower-ranking official in the Xiling Spirit Temple outranked him significantly. ¡°Beiyang Crown Prince Lin Qi¡¯an? Hmph, that infamous yboy who collects women everywhere, and now he¡¯s stirring up trouble in the Western Seas?¡± Yue Lin¡¯s tone was filled with disdain at the mention of Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s name. ¡°I¡¯ll help you report this matter, but this is no small issue¡­¡± Yue Lin trailed off meaningfully. ¡°I understand!¡± The Jiao Dragon n Leader immediately produced two storage rings. ¡°This is a token of our n¡¯s appreciation. One ring contains gifts for the Xiling Spirit Temple, and the other is especially for you, Lord Yue.¡± ¡°Smart move.¡± Having epted the gifts, Yue Lin naturally had to see the matter through. It wasn¡¯t long before theint was brought to the attention of one of the temple¡¯s higher-ranking Divine Envoys. However, the response was unexpected. ¡°We cannot provoke the Beiyang Crown Prince!¡± The Divine Envoy sternly rejected the idea of confronting Lin Qi¡¯an. He even issued a warning: Do not stir up trouble with Lin Qi¡¯an.¡± If any other sect or power were causing trouble in the Western Domain, the Xiling Spirit Temple could crush them without hesitation. But Lin Qi¡¯an was a different matter entirely. The Sword Emperor¡¯s reputation and the strength of Tianjian City were not things anyone could afford to take lightly. Moreover, Lin Qi¡¯an had recently garnered worldwide fame at the Beiyang Grand Hunt and Literary Assembly, where he had made a name for himself. Confronting him would be unwise. For the Jiao Dragon n Leader, this refusal was like a bolt from the blue. Desperate, he revealed his final card. ¡°In truth, our Jiao Dragon n currently has a guest from the Dao Domain¡ªa member of the Kui Dragon n!¡± the Jiao Dragon n Leader exined. ¡°This guest had his eye on Yan¡¯er and intended to take him to the Dao Domain. But now, thanks to Lin Qi¡¯an, that opportunity has been destroyed! If we don¡¯t seek justice, I can tolerate it, but the Kui Dragon n surely won¡¯t!¡± The Dao Domain was a realm of immense power, far beyond the Cann Dao Domain, like a single leaf on a vast tree. The Kui Dragon n, in particr, was a major n in the Dao Domain, with even emperors among its ranks. They were not to be trifled with. ¡°The Kui Dragon n has many ties to the Xiling Spirit Temple¡­¡± The Divine Envoy hesitated. ¡°While we can¡¯t afford to provoke the Beiyang Crown Prince, we can¡¯t ignore the Kui Dragon n either. This is indeed a tricky situation!¡± In the end, the Divine Envoy decided to dispatch Yue Lin to deliver gifts to Lin Qi¡¯an and persuade him to leave peacefully. This way, the temple would give Lin Qi¡¯an sufficient face. After Lin Qi¡¯an leaves, the Kui Dragon n could vent their anger on Qinglian Immortal Ind. If Qinglian Immortal Ind suffered as a result, it would be a perfect solution. ¡°Lord Yue, what about Yan¡¯er¡¯s revenge?¡± the Jiao Dragon n Leader asked. ¡°Revenge? Are you out of your mind? Do you darey a finger on the Beiyang Crown Prince? Remember Prince Nanyue? His son tried, and look how that turned out!¡± The battle in the Nanyue Secret Realm, where Lin Qi¡¯an single-handedly suppressed numerous sects and issued his Sword Decree, had sent shockwaves across the world. The Xiling Spirit Temple had not forgotten. While the temple was more powerful than Nanyue, it still could not afford to anger Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°Settle your grievances with Qinglian Immortal Ind,¡± Yue Lin advised. ¡°You can im that the Jiao Dragon Divine Son was injured by the people of Qinglian Immortal Ind.¡± Everything was carefully arranged. But the Jiao Dragon n Leader hesitated. ¡°What if the Beiyang Crown Prince refuses to leave after we ask him nicely?¡± ¡°Impossible!¡± Yue Lin said confidently. ¡°We¡¯ll offer him enough face by sending representatives from the Xiling Spirit Temple. If he refuses, it would mean he¡¯s disrespecting us, and that would be his own problem.¡± ¡­ For the past few days, Lin Qi¡¯an had been enjoying a leisurely time on Qinglian Immortal Ind. Finally, there was movement. ¡°Report! The Xiling Spirit Temple has sent an envoy!¡± Upon hearing the news, the Ind Lord was furious.He had previously gone to the Xiling Spirit Temple himself, only to be turned away when his ind was under attack and many of his people had been killed. At the time, the temple had said it was just part of normal sect conflicts. But now, because a single member of an outsider race had been harmed, the temple was suddenly interested in intervening? ¡°Outrageous¡­¡± the Ind Lord muttered angrily. Despite his words, he knew he couldn¡¯t afford to offend the Xiling Spirit Temple. It was a colossal force, as powerful as Tianjian City. One wrong move, and the temple could wipe out his entire sect. And this was their territory¡ªthere was little Lin Qi¡¯an could do to help him if the temple decided to take action. The Ind Lord had no choice but to bend the knee and prepare for their arrival. As a human, it seemed even his allies were siding with outsiders. The entire Qinglian Immortal Ind was seething with anger, yet no one dared to express it. Despite their frustrations, they had no choice but to serve the Xiling Spirit Temple¡¯s envoy, Yue Lin, with the finest tea and hospitality. This was the harsh reality of survival in this world. ¡°I never expected to be graced by the presence of the Xiling Spirit Temple¡¯s Right Envoy. Please forgive us for not weing you sooner!¡± The Ind Lord entered the grand hall, bowing and scraping in an attempt to curry favor with Yue Lin. Even Lu Miaoyin, the Qinglian Saintess, had to kneel in greeting, knowing well that she couldn¡¯t afford to make a scene. Yue Lin, however, didn¡¯t even bother to look at the Ind Lord. He sipped his tea and, with a wave of his hand, said dismissively, ¡°I¡¯m here for the Beiyang Crown Prince. Call for him.¡± ¡°Of course, we¡¯ve already sent word. I¡¯m sure the Crown Prince will be here shortly.¡± ¡°Good. We¡¯ll wait.¡± Taking another sip of tea, Yue Lin¡¯s face contorted in disgust. He spat the tea out immediately. ¡°What kind of tea is this? It¡¯s disgusting!¡± he growled. Lu Miaoyin¡¯s eyebrows twitched as her fists clenched involuntarily. The tea he had insulted was no ordinary brew¡ªit was Qingye Spirit Tea, grown by Lu Miaoyin herself and nurtured with spirit energy. She had spent an uncountable amount of time tending to these nts, and even she was reluctant to drink it often. Yet here was this man, not only spitting it out but also insulting her treasured tea! Still, as with everything today, she could only swallow her anger. The Xiling Spirit Temple was not an entity anyone could afford to provoke, not if they wanted to survive in the Western Domain. ¡­ In the courtyard, Lin Qi¡¯an was recliningzily against Su Xueni¡¯s shoulder, utterly rxed. ¡°Your Highness, the Xiling Spirit Temple¡¯s Right Envoy has requested an audience,¡± Zi Lianyou reported with some concern. ¡°Let them wait.¡± Fifteen minutester¡­ ¡°Your Highness, they¡¯ve sent someone to ask again,¡± Zi Lianyou said, her worry growing. ¡°Let them continue waiting. Tell them the Crown Prince will be there soon.¡± ¡°Understood.¡± Another half an hour passed. ¡°Your Highness¡­ this is the third time they¡¯ve sent someone to summon you.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an yawned and stretched leisurely. ¡°Ah, I¡¯m feeling a bit under the weather today. Tell them toe back tomorrow.¡± Then, with a teasing nce at Su Xueni, he added, ¡°This is all your fault, Xueni. You wouldn¡¯t let me restst night.¡± ¡°Your Highness¡­ I wasn¡¯t¡­¡± Su Xueni¡¯s cheeks flushed bright red as she shot him a yful re. Zi Lianyou, meanwhile, couldn¡¯t help but sigh. ¡­ Back in the grand hall, Yue Lin was growing increasingly impatient. Why hasn¡¯t he shown up yet? Despite the terrible tea, Yue Lin had already downed five cups. The Ind Lord nced at Lu Miaoyin, seeking an exnation, but she could only shake her head. She had no idea what Lin Qi¡¯an was up to. ¡°Why hasn¡¯t the Crown Prince arrived yet?¡± Yue Lin demanded, his temper ring. ¡°I-I don¡¯t know¡­¡± At that moment, Zi Lianyou entered the room.@@novelbin@@ ¡°His Highness has instructed me to inform you that he is feeling unwell and will meet with you tomorrow instead.¡± With that, she quickly turned and left before anyone could respond. Bang! Yue Lin mmed his hand on the table, leaving a visible palm print. ¡°Hmph! Lin Qi¡¯an certainly knows how to act high and mighty. How dare he disrespect the Xiling Spirit Temple like this!¡± The people of Qinglian Immortal Ind were speechless. Not in a million years would they dare to do something like this. Only the Beiyang Crown Prince had the gall to pull such stunts. ¡°Fine! I¡¯ll wait until tomorrow!¡± Yue Lin seethed, his fists clenched in frustration. Despite his anger, there was little he could do. After all, he couldn¡¯t confront Lin Qi¡¯an head-on, so he had no choice but to swallow his pride andply. ¡­ The next day, Yue Lin returned to the grand hall, his face even darker than before. He sat with one foot propped up on a chair, his expression stormy. It was clear to everyone present that he was seething with rage. As a representative of the Xiling Spirit Temple¡ªthe most powerful force in the Western Domain¡ªhe was used to being treated with the utmost respect wherever he went. Yet here, he was being forced to endure this indignity! The members of Qinglian Immortal Ind stood around him, barely daring to breathe. ¡°His Highness has arrived!¡± A voice called out from outside the hall, and soon after, Lin Qi¡¯an, d in pristine white robes and surrounded by his stunning maids, strolled into the grand hall. The moment Yue Lin saw Lin Qi¡¯an approaching, his anger evaporated. He quickly dropped any signs of temper and greeted him with a smile. ¡°Yue Lin of the Xiling Spirit Temple greets the Beiyang Crown Prince!¡± Yue Lin said, bowing respectfully. Lin Qi¡¯an didn¡¯t even acknowledge him. He walked straight to the center of the hall and casually took the highest seat. The highest seat, traditionally reserved for the person of the most authority, was taken without a second thought by Lin Qi¡¯an. Sittingfortably, Lin Qi¡¯an nced at the cup of tea on the table. He frowned slightly. ¡°Qinglian Saintess, your hand-grown tea isn¡¯t something just anyone can drink. Remember that.¡± Lu Miaoyin, initially startled by his words, quickly nodded and responded, ¡°Yes, Your Highness. I¡¯ll prepare a fresh cup for you immediately.¡± Yue Lin was left standing there,pletely ignored. He had thought that invoking the name of the Xiling Spirit Temple would intimidate Lin Qi¡¯an, but to his shock, Lin Qi¡¯an acted as though he didn¡¯t exist! Frustration built up in his chest as he stood awkwardly, feeling utterly humiliated. Chapter 128 Chapter 128: Lin Qi¡¯an Turns Hostile¡ªAre You Teaching Me How to Act? Lin Qi¡¯an leisurely finished his tea before finally ncing at the Right Envoy, Yue Lin, with a nonchnt look. He spokezily, ¡°So, tell me, what does the Xiling Spirit Temple want with me?¡± Finally, the critical moment had arrived! The hearts of everyone on Qinglian Immortal Ind, including the Ind Lord and the Saintess, began pounding in their chests as they held their breath, listening intently. ¡°Your Highness, Ie representing the Xiling Spirit Temple to pay my respects. These humble gifts are for you,¡± Yue Lin said, forcing a smile as he began to pull items from his storage ring. ¡°This is a Tianshan Snow Lotus, a rare treasure that blooms once every hundred years. It contains immense cold energy and can aid in cultivating ice-rted divine abilities.¡± Hearing this, Su Xueni¡¯s eyes sparkled. That was a fantastic treasure! ¡°The second gift is a spirit beast nurtured by the Xiling Spirit Temple, called the Hundred-Song Phoenix Bird. It is said to carry a trace of the ancient divine phoenix¡¯s bloodline and is incredibly rare.¡± Yue Lin produced a cage containing a small, golden-feathered bird that looked extremely cute and lively. Ran Yuwei practically melted on the spot, her eyes lighting up with desire. She could hardly resist the urge to reach out and pet the bird. ¡°The third item is this.¡± Yue Lin retrieved a ck sandalwood box, opening it to reveal an elegant dress. ¡°This is a Flowing Cloud Rainbow Skirt, woven from celestial threads. It changes colors with the weather, and at sunset, it¡¯s said to be breathtakingly beautiful.¡± As expected, Zi Lianyou bit her lip, barely containing her excitement. She liked it so much that she was almost ready to shout it out. However, they all knew these gifts were meant to bribe the Crown Prince, not for their personal indulgence. Lin Qi¡¯an wasn¡¯t going to ept them. It was a shame, but the bigger picture was more important, and they couldn¡¯t disturb the Crown Prince¡¯s ns. Yue Lin, on the other hand, was inwardly feeling the pain. The Xiling Spirit Temple had spared no expense to bribe Lin Qi¡¯an. They knew that ordinary items wouldn¡¯t interest him, so they decided to tter his maids instead. That way, Lin Qi¡¯an might be swayed by their affections. ¡°Is the Crown Prince satisfied with these gifts?¡± Yue Lin asked, forcing another smile. ¡°Nothinges without a reason. So, what¡¯s the issue you¡¯re here for?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an wasn¡¯t interested in judging the gifts. He wanted to get to the point. ¡°Well then, I¡¯ll be frank,¡± Yue Lin began, dropping all pretense. ¡°The Xiling Spirit Temple requests that Your Highness leave Qinglian Immortal Ind and not get involved in these petty conflicts.¡± ¡°The incident with the Jiao Dragon Divine Son¡¯s tendon being extracted¡­ The Jiao Dragon n has said they won¡¯t pursue the matter any further.¡± The moment those words left Yue Lin¡¯s mouth, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s eyebrows furrowed, and the Ind Lord¡¯s face immediately darkened. No one had expected that the extravagant gifts were simply meant to convince the Crown Prince to leave! If Lin Qi¡¯an truly left, the Jiao Dragon n¡¯s wrath would fall entirely upon Qinglian Immortal Ind. That would spell disaster for the ind, which would be defenseless against the Jiao Dragons. But no one had the right to persuade Lin Qi¡¯an to stay. Qinglian Immortal Ind couldn¡¯t offer gifts of such value, nor did they have the background topete with the Xiling Spirit Temple. The choice was clear¡ªany reasonable person would side with the temple. After all, they had shown ample respect and sincerity. Ah¡­ Xueni, take the gifts,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smile. ¡°Take¡­them?¡± Su Xueni was momentarily stunned but quickly obeyed, carefully putting the gifts away. Seeing the gifts epted, Yue Lin felt a sense of satisfaction. It seemed like his mission had been a sess. Finally, they had managed to cate this troublesome Crown Prince! ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin bit her lip, her bright eyes dimming with despair. As soon as the gifts were epted, she realized that Qinglian Immortal Ind was doomed. Perhaps the Crown Prince would protect her personally, but her home¡ªthe ce she had grown up¡ªwas sure to face the full brunt of the Jiao Dragon n¡¯s vengeance. The thought of the ind¡¯s children and citizens suffering at the hands of the Jiao Dragons filled her with grief. She had resolved to share in Qinglian Immortal Ind¡¯s fate,e what may. The Ind Lord was equally heartbroken, his face ashen, his lips quivering, unable to utter a word. It was all too expected. Who in their right mind would offend the Xiling Spirit Temple for the sake of a small ind like theirs? Especially when the temple hade bearing gifts as a sign of respect! That Lin Qi¡¯an epted the gifts was the most logical oue¡ªno one could question his decision. After hesitating for a moment, Ran Yuwei, more emotional and straightforward than the others, boldly spoke up. ¡°Your Highness¡­ Can we not ept these gifts?¡± She wasn¡¯t good at hiding her feelings, and despite her love for the spirit beast, she couldn¡¯t bear to see Qinglian Immortal Ind fall to the Jiao Dragons. Although she understood that epting the gifts was the best move for the bigger picture, her heart wouldn¡¯t allow it. Yue Lin¡¯s expression darkened slightly, a flicker of irritation crossing his eyes. ¡®This maid thinks too highly of herself,¡¯ he thought. ¡®Does she really think these gifts were meant for her? Who does she think she is?¡¯ ¡°Why not ept them? They¡¯vee all this way with such valuable offerings,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smirk. ¡°If I say we¡¯ll ept them, then we¡¯ll ept them.¡±@@novelbin@@ ¡°Your Highness is wise!¡± Yue Lin echoed,ughing along, relieved. A cold thought shed through Yue Lin¡¯s mind as he red at Ran Yuwei. ¡®This maid must be from some small sect in the desert.¡¯ He considered hiring assassins to wipe out her sect as punishment for her insolence. That would teach her the price of speaking out of turn. ¡°Alright, I¡¯ve epted your gifts. You may leave now,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said, his tone dismissive. ¡°And when will Your Highness be departing?¡± Yue Lin asked politely, though there was a hint of urgency in his voice. ¡°Who told you I¡¯m leaving?¡± The moment those words left Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mouth, the entire hall fell silent. It was as if a sudden chill swept through the room¡ªso quiet that you could hear a pin drop. Everyone, including the maids, was stunned by the Crown Prince¡¯s response. No one had expected him to outright reverse his decision, especially after epting the gifts. ¡°Your Highness¡­ what does that mean?¡± Yue Lin¡¯s tone grew heavier, and the forced smile on his face slowly faded away. ¡°Didn¡¯t understand?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s eyes gleamed coldly. ¡°It¡¯s fine for your Xiling Spirit Temple toe bearing gifts to curry favor with me. But to think you could dictate how I act? You¡¯re overestimating yourselves.¡± The meaning was crystal clear. ¡®Gifts, he would ept.¡¯ But leaving Qinglian Immortal Ind? That was out of the question. The Xiling Spirit Temple, in his eyes, didn¡¯t have the authority tomand him. The sharp intake of breath was nearly unanimous among everyone present. The people of Qinglian Immortal Ind were in shock. No one could have foreseen such a turn of events. It was truly a situation of despair one moment, followed by a glimmer of hope the next. The unpredictability of the Crown Prince¡¯s actions left everyone in awe. To be so brazen as to openly defy the Xiling Spirit Temple, and even insult them after epting their gifts, was unheard of. Yet the Crown Prince did so with an air of absolute confidence. Amid the shock, there was an undercurrent of excitement. The people of Qinglian Immortal Ind were filled with admiration and gratitude for Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s stance. The Crown Prince had kept his word¡ªhe would bear all consequences, even if the Xiling Spirit Temple got involved. Lu Miaoyin¡¯s heart swelled with gratitude. Her eyes sparkled with a growing affection for the Crown Prince, who was not only handsome but also protective. Being under his protection felt so safe. Ran Yuwei, after a brief moment of surprise, burst into a broad smile, her heart brimming with joy. She adored Lin Qi¡¯an even more now. How could any woman not fall for such a charming and charismatic man? Finally, Yue Lin could no longer suppress his anger. His voice rose in fury as he spoke each word deliberately, ¡°It seems that the Beiyang Crown Prince¡­ has no regard for the Xiling Spirit Temple at all!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an couldn¡¯t help butugh at that, a low, mockingugh. Suddenly, he mmed the jade cup in his hand onto the floor, shattering it into pieces. Crash! The sound echoed through the hall as the cup broke into fragments. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s voice rose with amanding presence, reverberating through the room, ¡°Is it that I have no regard for the Xiling Spirit Temple? Or is it that your Xiling Spirit Temple has no regard for Tianjian City!¡± The weight of those words crushed the air in the room, as if the mere mention of Tianjian City could suffocate anyone. The Dragon¡¯s Might subtly emanating from Lin Qi¡¯an made everyone¡¯s hearts tremble, and no one dared to meet his gaze. ¡°A mere Right Envoyes here, brings a few scraps, and thinks he can tell me what to do? If the Xiling Spirit Emperor himself hade, I might have given him some face.¡± ¡°But who do you think you are? Get out!¡± The final word, delivered with Dragon¡¯s Might, hit Yue Lin like a hammer. He stumbled backward several steps and fell to one knee, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth. With just a single shout, the Crown Prince had inflicted internal injuries on a fellow ¡®Cestial Realm¡¯ expert! Everyone was shocked into silence, fully realizing the terrifying extent of the Crown Prince¡¯s power. The people of Qinglian Immortal Ind, who had been cautiously polite to Yue Lin out of fear, were now filled with a sense of satisfaction. This Right Envoy, who had insulted them and acted so high and mighty, was nothing more than a powerless figure before Lin Qi¡¯an. The three maids were overjoyed¡ªnot only did they get to keep the treasures, but they had also sessfully rejected the Xiling Spirit Temple¡¯s demands. It was a win-win! At this point, Yue Lin finally understood that Lin Qi¡¯an was an immovable force, a hard bone to chew. He sighed, deciding to reveal the truth. ¡°Your Highness, do you even know why the Xiling Spirit Temple sent me here? It wasn¡¯t just about the Jiao Dragon n.¡± His words confused the crowd. If not for the Jiao Dragon n, then why? ¡°The Jiao Dragon n has a guest from the Dao Domain¡ªa member of the Kui Dragon n.¡± ¡°The Jiao Dragon Divine Son you injured is someone that the Kui Dragon n had taken an interest in! If you¡¯ve offended them, it will cause major trouble for you.¡± ¡°The Xiling Spirit Temple simply wanted to prevent this from escting. I advise Your Highness to consider this carefully.¡± An external n from the Dao Domain? Everyone exchanged uncertain nces. If this was true, the implications were far more severe than they had initially thought. Chapter 129 Chapter 129: Killing the Right Envoy with a Single Finger¡ªThe Crown Prince¡¯s Might! In terms of race, there are two broad categories: Human and Myriad Tribes. The human race is the most numerous, with the highest number of cultivators and powerful figures, and thus stands as its own major category. The Myriad Tribes, on the other hand, include races like the Jiao Dragon n, White Tiger n, Heavenly Fox n, Soaring Serpent n, and many more. In the Heavenly Dao Domain, the power of the Myriad Tribes surpasses that of humans. Among them, the Kui Dragon n stands out due to its lineage, carrying the True Dragon Bloodline. After hearing the full story, everyone finally understood the situation. It all started when the Kui Dragon n¡¯s envoy, visiting from the Heavenly Dao Domain, took a liking to the Jiao Dragon Divine Son, Yan Qing, and decided to take him back to make him a personal disciple of one of their great elders. Overjoyed by this news, the Jiao Dragon n, eager to please the envoy, began capturing young girls from Qinglian Immortal Ind as local ¡°specialties¡± to offer as gifts. But they hadn¡¯t anticipated Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s arrival, who had crippled the Jiao Dragon Divine Son. Now, the Xiling Spirit Temple sought a way to smooth things over, aiming to avoid offending both the Kui Dragon n and the Beiyang Crown Prince. ¡°So, your solution is to me everything on Qinglian Immortal Ind and let them bear the consequences?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked calmly. ¡°Your Highness, you must understand that in this world, the weak bing cannon fodder ismon. This is to avoid angering a far more powerful foe,¡± Yue Lin responded, his tone righteous. The people of Qinglian Immortal Ind were both furious and terrified. They had been the most innocent party throughout this ordeal, yet now they were to be sacrificed to quell the wrath of the powerful! Still, they dared not voice their anger. They had neither the strength nor the backing to resist the likes of the Xiling Spirit Temple or the Kui Dragon n. Surviving in this world of the strong devouring the weak was exceedingly difficult without a protector. Lin Qi¡¯an remained calm. ¡°I¡¯m curious about something,¡± he said. ¡°How much profit does your Xiling Spirit Temple have tied to the Kui Dragon n? Your fear stems from the fact that this happened in the Western Sea, and you¡¯re afraid that your interests will suffer if they retaliate.¡± Yue Lin couldn¡¯t respond. Cold sweat trickled down his back because Lin Qi¡¯an had hit the nail on the head. The treasures produced in the Western Sea¡ªrare marine gems, pearls, and spirit fish¡ªwere all traded with external domains. The Kui Dragon n was one of their biggest customers. If that trade were to cease, the Xiling Spirit Temple would lose a significant portion of its revenue. In modern terms, their GDP would take a massive hit. Inparison, sacrificing Qinglian Immortal Ind was a small price to pay. ¡°Alright, I take back what I said earlier,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly announced. Everyone was shocked, especially Yue Lin, who wiped the blood from his mouth and forced a smile, sping his hands in respect. ¡°I knew Your Highness would see reason. The Xiling Spirit Temple will definitely express its gratitude to Tianjian City soon.¡± Internally, though, Yue Lin sneered, You arrogant brat, unting your father¡¯s name to act like a tyrant. Do you think we¡¯re really giving you any face? ¡°You may have misunderstood again,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an interrupted. ¡°Earlier, I said if the Xiling Spirit Emperor himself came, I might give him some face. I take that back.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stood up, and in front of everyone¡¯s stunned gazes, he shouted, ¡°To curry favor with the Myriad Tribes, you¡¯re willing to sacrifice your fellow humans. If the Xiling Spirit Temple is full of such dogs, no matter how manye, I¡¯ll kill everyst one!¡± As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Qi¡¯an extended a single finger. A boundless surge of sword energy instantly filled the grand hall. Winds howled, utensils shattered, and wooden tables splintered under the force. The sharp aura seemed ready to pierce the heavens, forcing everyone to instinctively activate their spirit energy to protect themselves as they scrambled backward. Heavenly Sword Finger! The air twisted as thousands of strands of spirit energy coalesced into an invisible sword, piercing straight through Yue Lin¡¯s forehead! In an instant, Yue Lin felt a torrent of powerful energy rampage through his body, tearing apart his limbs and internal organs. His pupils dimmed, and he copsed backward. Dead. The high and mighty Right Envoy of the Xiling Spirit Temple, who had brought a trove of valuable gifts, was killed by Lin Qi¡¯an on the spot. No one had dared to imagine such a turn of events, yet here it was, unfolding right before their eyes.@@novelbin@@ The shock rippled through everyone, and soon it broke out in a unified cry: ¡°The Crown Prince is mighty!¡± His fearlessness in the face of the Myriad Tribes and his unwavering stance to protect his fellow humans was a grand disy of righteousness. It filled everyone present with admiration and respect. Hearts burned with passion as the cheers echoed throughout the entire Qinglian Immortal Ind. After today, everyone understood the Crown Prince¡¯s true nature. Even if an emperor were to arrive, Lin Qi¡¯an likely wouldn¡¯t flinch¡ªlet alone a mere Right Envoy. ¡­ That night passed peacefully. The following morning, someone came looking for Lin Qi¡¯an. Zi Lianyou was assisting Lin Qi¡¯an with dressing when she heard a knock at the door. She went to open it and found the personal maid of the Qinglian Saintess standing there. ¡°What brings you here so early?¡± Zi Lianyou asked. ¡°The Saintess instructed me to bring tea for the Crown Prince¡­¡± The young maid replied timidly, clearly nervous. Lin Qi¡¯an was a figure far beyond her reach, and just being in his presence was enough to make her feel faint. ¡°Oh, alright,¡± Zi Lianyou epted the tray and ced it on the table inside. She mumbled, ¡°Why send tea so early? How strange.¡± ¡°Hey, this tea smells pretty nice, like lotus flowers!¡± she remarked. Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled, ¡°Just leave it there. I¡¯ll drink itter.¡± ¡°Understood, Your Highness! If you enjoy tea, I could ask the Saintess to teach me how to brew it for you,¡± Zi Lianyou said with a smile. Unbeknownst to her, this method wasn¡¯t something she could learn. What she didn¡¯t know was that this tea had been steeped with Lu Miaoyin herself, who had soaked in the water all night! Drinking this tea would bring a sense of peace and rity to the mind, offering an incredibly refreshing experience. Lin Qi¡¯an smiled, realizing that Lu Miaoyin was slowly being trained to his liking. Stay a few more days here and see how the Xiling Spirit Temple ns to respond¡­ ¡ª Xiling Spirit Temple. ¡°Outrageous! That Lin Qi¡¯an has some nerve, daring to kill someone from the Xiling Spirit Temple in the Western Sea!¡± ¡°We treated him with respect, yet he shows no understanding of decorum.¡± The first person to receive the news was a high-ranking Divine Envoy, responsible for reporting directly to the Xiling Spirit Emperor. ¡°My lord¡­ this Lin Qi¡¯an has a history of killing¡ªhe¡¯s already killed people from Nanyue before. He¡¯s likely grown used to it by now.¡± ¡°If we don¡¯t avenge this insult, others will start seeing the Xiling Spirit Temple as a weak target!¡± ¡°My lord, should we report this to the Xiling Spirit King?¡± ¡°A matter like this doesn¡¯t require bothering the Great Emperor. I¡¯ll employ a more subtle approach¡ªuse someone else¡¯s de to kill him and shift the me!¡± ¡ª Jiao Dragon n. Naturally, they too had learned about the death of the Xiling Spirit Temple¡¯s Right Envoy. The entire n was plunged into utter terror! The Beiyang Crown Prince was so brazen, not even fearing the Xiling Spirit Temple. How long before he would turn his sights on their humble Jiao Dragon n? They feared they would be next on his list. ¡°I hate him, I hate him so much!¡± Yan Qing, now a cripple after having his dragon tendons extracted, slumped into despair and drowned himself in alcohol. ¡°Yan¡¯er, the Xiling Spirit Temple has sent word.¡± ¡°What news?!¡± Yan Qing snapped out of his stupor. ¡°The n is simple¡ªpush the Kui Dragon n to take action and let them deal with the Crown Prince. A perfect case of using another¡¯s de!¡± ¡°The Kui Dragon n is not from the Cann Dao Domain, so they aren¡¯t afraid of the Sword Emperor. If they kill Lin Qi¡¯an, it¡¯s the perfect solution.¡± ¡°How do they n to kill him? He has a powerful protector with him!¡± Yan Qing spat. ¡°The answer is to lure him in.¡± ¡°But Lord Kui may not be willing to get involved¡­¡± Yan Qing hesitated. ¡°Then we shall provoke him!¡± The Jiao Dragon n¡¯s leader and Yan Qing entered a deep, foreboding dragon cave, where Kui Zong resided. Though Kui Zong¡¯s cultivation was only at the Dao Transformation Realm, his backing was immense, and thus he had to be treated with utmost respect. The floor of the cave was littered with tiny white bones, remnants of the human girls that Kui Zong had devoured. ¡°Lord Kui!¡± the Jiao Dragon n leader called out. ¡°Did I not tell you to bring me more girls? Where are they?!¡± Kui Zong roared. ¡°Please calm your anger, my lord¡­ Our Jiao Dragon n has been targeted. Even Yan¡¯er¡¯s dragon tendons were taken¡ªthis humiliation is unbearable!¡± ¡°WHAT?!¡± The Jiao Dragon n leader had prepared a long, convincing speech, but it turned out he didn¡¯t need it. Kui Zong was already infuriated. The reason? Yan Qing was secretly the illegitimate son of one of Kui Zong¡¯s high-ranking elders! Years ago, one of the elders had a brief tryst with a female Jiao Dragon, resulting in Yan Qing¡¯s birth. Kui Zong had been ordered to bring Yan Qing back to acknowledge him as the elder¡¯s son. If that elder discovered his illegitimate son had been crippled, the consequences would be unimaginable. ¡°Who?!¡± Kui Zong¡¯s roar nearly copsed the dragon cave. ¡°Who extracted your dragon tendons? I¡¯ll tear him apart and return them to you!¡± Kui Zong¡¯s fury shook the entire cavern, the sheer force of his anger radiating outward. ¡°If the tendons can be recovered, there¡¯s a chance Yan¡¯er may still be healed. But without them, all hope is lost.¡± ¡°It was Lin Qi¡¯an who took the tendons! Not only that, but he also stopped us from capturing more girls and killed many of our people¡­ He¡¯s a damn menace,¡± the n leader spat. ¡°He¡¯s protected by a powerful guardian, making him difficult to kill. However, if you are willing to intervene, we can lure him into a trap.¡± Kui Zong narrowed his eyes. ¡°You want to use me to eliminate him? Bold of you.¡± ¡°We wouldn¡¯t dare¡­¡± ¡°Fine! It¡¯s just one person. My n has never feared anyone! Lure him to the dragon cave, and I¡¯ll take care of it.¡± ¡°But what about the strong guardian by his side?¡± the n leader asked cautiously. ¡°Though her strength may be reduced in the water, she¡¯s still not someone we can defeat.¡± The Jiao Dragon n leader was well aware that his power, at the Sovereign Realm, wouldn¡¯t be enough to hold off a Quasi-Saint, even in their home territory. Kui Zong chuckled darkly, ¡°I¡¯ll coat the entire cave with Dragon Lust Venom.¡± Hearing this, the Jiao Dragon n leader was secretly horrified. Dragon Lust Venom was a potent mixture created from the fluids secreted by dragons during childbirth, mixed with Mind-Bewitching Incense and Soul-Eroding Flowers. It was a drug designed to overpower even the strongest will, amplifying primal urges. Even a Saint could fall prey to it, their power consumed by uncontroble desires. Rumor had it that the powerful guardian by Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s side was a woman. Kui Zongughed sinisterly. ¡°Let¡¯s see how she handles the true nature of dragons¡­¡± ¡°Excellent!¡± The Jiao Dragon n leader nodded. ¡°If this n seeds, we¡¯ll be able to escape. And if we¡¯re pursued, we can flee to the Heavenly Dao Domain under your protection.¡± ¡°Naturally. The Kui Dragon n is always open to new allies.¡± And so, the n to kill the Beiyang Crown Prince was perfectly set into motion. Even the escape n was foolproof. This time, they intended to give Beiyang a shock it wouldn¡¯t forget. Chapter 130 Chapter 130: Lin Qi¡¯an Takes Lu Miaoyin to the Dragon Cave, the Saintess is Poisoned? Qinglian Immortal Ind.@@novelbin@@ ¡°The Jiao Dragon n¡¯s leader has personallye!¡± ¡°Even after the Right Envoy from the Xiling Spirit Temple was killed, they still dare toe? Are they asking for death?¡± ¡°Aren¡¯t they afraid the Crown Prince will just ughter them?¡± As the Jiao Dragon n approached over the waves, the disciples of Qinglian Immortal Ind whispered among themselves. On any other day, they would have rushed to strengthen the ind¡¯s defenses, but now that the Beiyang Crown Prince was their guest, there was no need to panic. When the Jiao Dragon n reached the shore, their usual ferocity had transformed into a humble demeanor. ¡°Please deliver a message¡ªwe wish to meet with the Saintess and the Crown Prince to offer our sincerest apologies for our previous transgressions.¡± Apologize? The sun must be rising in the west! Just a few days ago, they had threatened to destroy Qinglian Immortal Ind, and now the n leader was here, bowing and scraping. The difference in attitude was astounding. It was a testament to the Crown Prince¡¯s power¡ªthey had their dragon tendons extracted and used as jump ropes, yet they still had toe and apologize. It wasughable. The message quickly reached Lin Qi¡¯an, who, feeling bored, decided to check out the scene with his entourage. Qinglian Saintess Lu Miaoyin and the ind lord were already present, along with many others who wanted to see whether the Jiao Dragon n dared to pull any more tricks. As the white-robed figure of Lin Qi¡¯an approached with a casual stride, the Jiao Dragon n leader¡¯s pupils involuntarily contracted. His gaze fell upon the white jade belt around Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s waist, where a thin golden thread was visible¡ªthe dragon tendon of Yan Qing! He extracted the dragon tendon from our n¡¯s young prodigy just to use it as a belt? This man is a monster. The n leader¡¯s heart swelled with both fear and rage, but he dared not show it. Instead, he greeted Lin Qi¡¯an respectfully. ¡°Greetings, Crown Prince. We were unaware of your presence here in the past and offended you greatly. We beg your forgiveness.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an smiled faintly. ¡°I¡¯m always generous. Just offer a few more dragon tendons as gifts, and we¡¯ll call it even. They make for great belts, very stylish.¡± The n leader¡¯s mouth twitched uncontrobly. It seems that killing this brat is the only solution¡ªif left unchecked, the Jiao Dragon n would inevitably be wiped out under his tyranny. The n leader then turned to Lu Miaoyin. ¡°In fact, the real reason we came today is to inform you of something important.¡± ¡°The girls we took from your ind are still alive.¡± ¡°What?!¡± Lu Miaoyin¡¯s voice trembled. Thest time the Jiao Dragon n hade, they had implied the girls had already been eaten.¡± ¡°We intended to prepare them as part of a feast, but before we could start, the Crown Prince arrived, so we didn¡¯t have the chance.¡± ¡°The girls are still in our care, unharmed, though they are frightened and won¡¯t allow us to approach. We kindly ask the Saintess to personallye and retrieve them.¡± Nonsense. Everyone present thought the same. No one believed their story. However, the Jiao Dragon n was preying on Lu Miaoyin¡¯s kindness. While the majority believed the Jiao Dragons were lying, what if there were survivors? Lu Miaoyin couldn¡¯t ignore that possibility. If there was even a slight chance to save the girls, she wanted to try. ¡°Saintess, you must not go!¡± ¡°It¡¯s clearly a trap to lure you in. Who knows what they¡¯re nning?¡± ¡°Please reconsider, Saintess!¡± The crowd tried to dissuade Lu Miaoyin, knowing full well it was a ruse. Meanwhile, the Jiao Dragon n had already set the next stage of their n in motion by extending an invitation to Lin Qi¡¯an. ¡°To further express our apologies, we are willing to present our n¡¯s Dragon Pearl to the Crown Prince. We¡¯ve heard that the Crown Prince practices dragon-rted techniques, and this treasure would undoubtedly be of great benefit.¡± The Jiao Dragons were now ying a dangerous game of persuasion, hoping to entice Lin Qi¡¯an into apanying them to theirir. ¡°Why not just bring the Dragon Pearl here instead of making His Highness travel?¡± Zi Lianyou couldn¡¯t hold back her anger, seeing through their deceit. ¡°The Dragon Pearl has never been removed before. To do so, it must first be subdued and refined.¡± ¡°Like hell! Don¡¯t believe their lies, Your Highness!¡± Zi Lianyou shouted. ¡ª At that moment, a system notification rang in Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mind: Ding! Detected security threat to the host. New viin mission: Exterminate the Jiao Dragon n. Mission Objective: Eliminate all targets associated with the ¡®Jiao Dragon n¡¯. Mission Description: As a viin, leaving any loose ends is uneptable. Finish them offpletely. Reward: +50,000 Viin Points. ¡ª ¡°Exterminate the Jiao Dragon n?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an pondered. With his strength and Aunt You by his side, it should be manageable. With a calm smile, Lin Qi¡¯an responded, ¡°Fine. I¡¯ll apany the Saintess to your dragon cave. We leave in half an hour.¡± ¡°Excellent! We shall await the Crown Prince¡¯s arrival!¡± The Jiao Dragons were ted. They hadn¡¯t expected things to go so smoothly. Lin Qi¡¯an was too arrogant, believing that even if it were a trap, he would remain unscathed. Fool. They smirked inwardly¡ªif he¡¯s seeking death, we¡¯ll be happy to oblige. ¡°Your Highness, this trip will be dangerous,¡± Aunt You appeared and cautioned. ¡°Underwater, I won¡¯t be able to use my full power. The Jiao Dragon n will have the advantage.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Aunt You. I know what I¡¯m doing. Stay in the Lotus Realm for now. I¡¯ll call on you if needed.¡± ¡°Understood.¡± Aunt You had followed Lin Qi¡¯an for a long time and was familiar with the Lotus Realm, a treasure that contained its own pocket dimension¡ªperfect for escape if necessary. ¡ª Half an hourter. ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡± The Jiao Dragon n was pleasantly surprised to find that the terrifying aura that had always surrounded Lin Qi¡¯an seemed to have vanished. His powerful protector was gone? Hahaha! This brat really is walking into his death. Theyughed inwardly, confident that Lin Qi¡¯an had made a fatal mistake. He had no idea the Jiao Dragon n would actually dare to kill him. ¡°Please, after you, Your Highness.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an, apanied by Lu Miaoyin, followed the Jiao Dragon n members as they departed. As they watched their figures disappear into the distance, Ran Yuwei looked worried. ¡°Do you think the Crown Prince is in danger?¡± Su Xueni smiled knowingly. ¡°I believe it¡¯s the Jiao Dragon n that should be worried.¡± ¡ª Lu Miaoyin was also well aware that the Jiao Dragons were likely lying and that the girls might have already been killed¡­ Though even if there was only a slim chance, it was still worth taking. ¡°Thank you, Your Highness, for apanying me. If there¡¯s any danger, you don¡¯t need to worry about me,¡± said Lu Miaoyin, her gratitude sincere, knowing that Lin Qi¡¯an was doing this to ease her mind. ¡°It wouldn¡¯t be any fun if there¡¯s no danger,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an stretchedzily. ¡°Huh?¡± Lu Miaoyin was taken aback. Soon, the group finally arrived at the underwater pce of the Jiao Dragon n. ¡°Please, follow us,¡± the Jiao Dragon n members led them into the pce, continuing deeper inside until they reached a vast cavern. The cavern was dark and deep, with uneven, damp walls, and the air was thick with a pungent smell that made Lu Miaoyin feel a chill run down her spine. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, this is the Dragon Cavern of our Jiao Dragon n, usually used to entertain distinguished guests and store valuable treasures,¡± the Jiao Dragon n leader exined. ¡°Those young girls are all inside, and so is the Dragon Pearl we¡¯ve prepared for His Highness,¡± he added, then instructed several n women to lead the way, as he himself did not follow further, knowing that soon the ¡°Soul-Craving Dragon Venom¡± would be released, a poison even he could not withstand. Lu Miaoyin nced at Lin Qi¡¯an, who showed no sign of fear and even appeared rather leisurely, as if he were out for a casual stroll after waking from a nap. If the prince wasn¡¯t afraid, why should she be? ¡°Let¡¯s go,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said. Led by the graceful figures of the Jiao Dragon women, they ventured further, passing by ancient stone pirs, murals, and statues eroded by time. When they reached the deepest part, the Jiao Dragon women suddenly stopped, their eyes shing with cold intent. ¡°Attack!¡± one of them shouted. In unison, they erupted into action, their killing intent like a volcanic explosion. They had been prepared to die, knowing full well they wouldn¡¯t leave this ce alive. Lin Qi¡¯an sighed softly and casually pointed a finger. An invisible sword intent swept through them, and in an instant, their life force waspletely destroyed. Their bodies shot out like cannonballs, crashing into the cavern walls. Dead. But before they could catch their breath, a loud rumble echoed from above. A colossal, steel-like tail came crashing down, blocking out the sky. Lin Qi¡¯an and Lu Miaoyin barely dodged it, only to hear a thunderous voice from the shadows ahead. ¡°So, you¡¯re the one who likes to extract dragon tendons?¡± Finally, the massive figure of a true dragon appeared. Its form resembled an ox, with a single leg and no horns. It was a Kui Dragon! ¡°So, you¡¯re the esteemed guest from the Tianhai Dao Domain?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an asked calmly. ¡°Indeed! You show no fear in the face of death. You¡¯ve got guts for a young one, but unfortunately, you¡¯ve made a grave mistake,¡± Kui Zong, the dragon, sneered. ¡°Where are the young girls?¡± Lu Miaoyin gritted her teeth and asked. Kui Zong nced at a corner of the cavern and chuckled. Following his gaze, Lu Miaoyin¡¯s eyes widened in horror at the sight of a pile of broken bones. ¡°You¡­ ate them?¡± ¡°The taste was quite satisfactory,¡± Kui Zong replied, his grin wide and wicked. ¡°¡­¡± Rage flooded Lu Miaoyin¡¯s heart. She couldn¡¯tprehend why the Jiao Dragon n had gone to such lengths to lure her here, and even brought Lin Qi¡¯an along. Not even the Xiling Shrine dared to openly make a move against him, so how could they Unless¡­ they intended to use the hands of the foreign Kui Dragon n to kill him? This was madness! In the Cann Dao Domain, no one, not even the Tiang Immortal Dynasty or the Tai¡¯an Imperial Family, would dare toy a hand on the Crown Prince of Beiyang. Only outsiders, beyond the reach of retribution, would be so bold. Her mind raced with possibilities, but soon, Lu Miaoyin began to feel dizzy, her body heating up uncontrobly. ¡°What¡¯s happening to me¡­¡± she murmured, her voice weak. Unbeknownst to her, the air had been filled with a faint pink mist. Lin Qi¡¯an remained calm, looking around as he spoke, ¡°So this is your n? A Dao Transformation cultivator needs poison to kill a Celestial Realm opponent? How shameful.¡± ¡°Hahaha! I never expected you to be so calm,¡± Kui Zongughed, his voice booming. ¡°This is Dragon Venom, designed to turn one¡¯s spiritual power into uncontroble desire, burning the body from within. I originally prepared it for your guardian, but it seems she didn¡¯te?¡± ¡°No matter, I¡¯ll take your head back to Tianhai Dao Domain as a gift.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an was immune to the poison, thanks to his ¡°Ten Thousand Poison Immunity,¡± but Lu Miaoyin wasn¡¯t so fortunate. Having inhaled arge amount of the venom, she was starting to lose control, her soft arms wrapping around his neck. ¡°Your Highness¡­¡± Lu Miaoyin had already lost all rational thought, her face flushed as she breathed heavily, and she was already beginning to kiss Lin Qi¡¯an impulsively. However, this wasn¡¯t too much trouble for Lin Qi¡¯an. The Pill Emperor had given him plenty of detoxification pills for such situations, but he needed to deal with this old dragon first before he could attend to her. He opened the Lotus Realm and ced Lu Miaoyin inside. ¡°Yue Yi, help her suppress the poison for now,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an instructed. Inside the Lotus Realm, Yue Yi quickly caught Lu Miaoyin and began pouring her vast spiritual energy into her to suppress the poison¡¯s spread. However, Yue Yi was more concerned about Lin Qi¡¯an. The poison was potent enough that even she, as a quasi-Saint, couldn¡¯t fully resist it. How could the young lord possibly manage, especially with a Dao Transformation realm powerhouse still outside? Why hadn¡¯t Lin Qi¡¯an sought refuge within the Lotus Realm? Chapter 131 Chapter 131 Meanwhile, Kui Zong narrowed his dark yellow eyes, his pupils narrowing to slits. ¡°Where did that woman go? How could she just vanish like that?¡± A portable world artifact was beyond the understanding of most. Even Great Emperors might not possess one, let alone a junior cultivator. Hence, it never crossed his mind as a possibility. ¡°Did she use some spatial escape artifact?¡± he mused. ¡°No matter, you were always my primary target.¡± Kui Zong stood with his hands behind his back, a faint smile on his face as his thick dragon tail swayed. He was waiting for Lin Qi¡¯an to sumb to the poison. ording to the Jiao Dragon n, this young man had many protective artifacts, making him difficult to defeat. Caution was necessary. However, Lin Qi¡¯an had no intention of waiting. The rare chance to battle someone at a higher cultivation level was thrilling, a perfect opportunity to test his true strength. The higher one¡¯s cultivation, the harder it became to fight across realms because the disparity in power grew exponentially. This was a universal truth. Many prodigies could challenge higher realms in the Transcendent stage but found themselves like helpless chicks when facing a Dao Transformation expert after reaching the Celestial stage. Dao Transformation signified a deeper resonance with the Dao of Heaven and Earth, merging oneself with the Great Dao. Advancing to this stage required oveing a tribtion, and even those who failed were stronger than those who hadn¡¯t attempted it. Sessfully transcending the tribtion put one on apletely different level, looking down on others as if from a great height. ¡­ Lin Qi¡¯an unleashed the ¡°Illusory Dragon Divine Art,¡± one of the techniques derived from the Dragon Bone Treasure Arts. A massive, ethereal dragon made of spiritual energy manifested in the air above him, its wings like iron and its ws like hooks. Its bronze-yellow eyes rotated slowly, exuding the supreme aura of a sovereign overlooking all life. ¡°This¡­ this is¡­¡± Kui Zong nearly fell to his knees. Under the terrifying pressure of the Ancestral Dragon¡¯s aura, he trembled uncontrobly. A cold shiver ran up his spine, spreading through his entire body. ¡°The aura of the Ancestral Dragon¡­ How could this be?!¡± Kui Zong, though a member of the Kui Dragon race with ancient dragon lineage, was still a step below the Azure Dragon. Above the Azure Dragon was the Ancestral Dragon, the progenitor of all dragonkind, a supreme and unrivaled existence. The Ancestral Dragon¡¯s legacy was something all dragons sought their entire lives. Even the tiniest sliver of its power could elevate one to the status of a Dragon King. Yet this human boy had it? The absurdity of the situation overwhelmed him. A Dao Transformation expert like Kui Zong was almost driven to his knees by a mere Celestial Realm boy. How could this be? ¡°Wait¡­ why haven¡¯t you sumbed to the poison?¡± Kui Zong finally realized something was wrong. His eyes filled with disbelief, slowly turning to fear. ¡°Impossible¡­ this can¡¯t be¡­¡± The venom was potent enough that even quasi-Saints couldn¡¯t resist it. Kui Zong himself had taken an antidote beforehand, yet this boy had been breathing it in for so long without showing any symptoms? How could he remain so calm? Shock after shock hit Kui Zong like tidal waves. The situation was rapidly spiraling out of control. ¡°Go!¡± Lin Qi¡¯anmanded, and the ethereal dragon spread its wings, charging forward. Its presence rippled through the space around it. Kui Zong struggled to stand under the crushing aura of the Ancestral Dragon. He transformed into his true Kui Dragon form, engaging in a brutal sh with the ethereal dragon. The two dragons tore into each other in mid-air. Kui Zong¡¯s powerful, muscr body bulged as he exerted enough strength to crush boulders weighing thousands of pounds. The earth shook, and debris rained down from the ceiling. The only thing keeping the cavern from copsing was the reinforcement it had received over the years, though even that wouldn¡¯tst much longer. The deep rumble of dragon roars echoed continuously through the cavern. ¡°Is that all you¡¯ve got?¡± Kui Zong roared as he mmed the ethereal dragon into the ground, a smug grin on his face. ¡°Its aura is impressive, but its strength is pathetic. What a waste of such power. Better to let me devour it and im the Ancestral Dragon¡¯s might for myself!¡± Kui Zong sneered, believing the ethereal dragon to be no stronger than a typical Celestial stage entity. ¡°Is that so?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said calmly. ¡°Then let me up the ante.¡± Lin Qi¡¯an summoned the Nine Yang Divine Fire. The golden mes, like molten gold, flowed into the ethereal dragon¡¯s body. Instantly, the dragon¡¯s translucent form was tinged with a dazzling golden hue, and its aura surged to terrifying new heights. ¡°Roar!¡± The dragon¡¯s roar caused the temperature of the damp, dark cavern to spike by dozens of degrees. For the first time, Kui Zong felt true fear, as though every organ in his body was trembling. The fire dragon was now several times stronger than before! The scorching dragon¡¯s breath erupted, and the overwhelming golden mes nearly illuminated the entire dragon cave. In the blink of an eye, Kui Zong¡¯s body was charred ck¡ªthis was the true dragon¡¯s breathbined with the Nine Yang Divine Fire, and its power was unimaginable. ¡°Don¡¯t rush, we can take our time,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said with a smile. It was a pity that the ce couldn¡¯t withstand the summoning of the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder; otherwise, infusing the phantom dragon with thunder would have unleashed its full potential. ¡°You wretched brat!¡± Kui Zong finally grew enraged, holding back no longer. His entire body erupted with an endless surge of lightning, crackling arcs of electricity coiling around him like a divine beast. The Kui Dragon, also known as the Thunder Kui, ruled over lightning. The entire Kui Dragon n practiced thunder-based techniques. The terrifying power of lightning filled the dragon cave, turning the ground beneath them into a sea of thunder, as the air became thick with the scent of destruction. ¡°Die!¡± With a roar, three thousand bolts of thunder surged forth! From the sea of thunder, countless lightning bolts shot towards Lin Qi¡¯an, crawling all over his body, enveloping himpletely in violet lightning, obscuring him from sight. ¡°Thanks for the gift,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an chuckled. ¡°You¡­ you!¡± Kui Zong¡¯s eyes widened in horror as he realized that the lightning he had summoned was rapidly being absorbed. What was happening? All the lightning was being drawn into Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s sword, a once-imperial weapon crafted by a Thunder Emperor! ying with thunder in front of Lin Qi¡¯an was a grave mistake¡ªeven Tai¡¯an¡¯s royal princess, Zhao Yunji, and her world-shaking Purple Heaven Divine Thunder couldn¡¯tpare. What could this mere Kui Dragon¡¯s thunder do? Raising his sword, Lin Qi¡¯an channeled all the gathered lightning into the phantom dragon. Violet light and golden mes intertwined, crashing together like the explosion of stars, forming a terrifying, awe-inspiring aura that seemed to ripple through space. The power of the phantom dragon surged once more, nowparable to a true Dao Transformation cultivator! The Dragonbone Mystic Art truly lived up to its reputation.@@novelbin@@ If it could absorb other elements in the future, perhaps it could evolve into an ultimate monstrosity. But for now, dealing with this Kui Dragon would be easy. ¡°Tear it apart,¡± Lin Qi¡¯anmanded calmly. The phantom dragon spread its wings and instantly closed the distance between itself and Kui Zong. With a single swipe, the massive force tore one of Kui Zong¡¯s wings clean off. What followed was a grisly scene not suited for the faint of heart¡ªa living Dao Transformation expert was ripped apart piece by piece! Dark blood rained down inrge drops, the thick scent of iron and decay filling the dragon cave. Lin Qi¡¯an stood in the midst of the bloodstorm, yet his white robes remained pristine, untouched by the carnage. ¡­ Inside the Lotus Realm, Yu Yi, though not present physically, sensed the events through her spiritual perception. The Crown Prince, having just entered the Celestial Realm, had torn apart a Dao Transformation expert by hand¡­ If this news spread, storytellers across thend would turn it into the stuff of legends, passed down as terrifying tales. If she hadn¡¯t witnessed it herself, Yu Yi would never have believed it. Lin Qi¡¯an hadn¡¯t even exerted his full strength, yet he had already effortlessly killed a cultivator far above his realm. If he unleashed his full power, what heights could he reach? Moreover, the poison that should have incapacitated him had no effect at all. Though Yu Yi had watched Lin Qi¡¯an grow up, she realized thattely, even she couldn¡¯t quite fathom his full potential anymore. Lost in thought, Yu Yi¡¯s focus returned when Lin Qi¡¯an re-entered the Lotus Realm. At that moment, she was still using her spiritual energy to suppress the poison in Lu Miaoyin¡¯s body. ¡°It¡¯s done. Let me handle the rest,¡± Lin Qi¡¯an said as he gently lifted Lu Miaoyin¡¯s soft body, his expression cold and unreadable. ¡°And as for the Jiao Dragon n¡ªthey can be wiped out.¡± Outside, the poisonous fog from earlier had already dissipated during the battle. Now, with Yu Yi free to act, the Jiao Dragon n was in for an unpleasant surprise. Chapter 132 Chapter 132: Sleeping Lotus, Annihtion of the Dragon n! Outside the Dragon Cavern. Led by their n chief, the entire Dragon n was prepared and ready! All they awaited was Kui Zong to y the Imperial Prince, and they would depart from the Cann Dao Domain to seek refuge under the Tiandao Domain. ¡°What amotion¡­¡± Yan Qing couldn¡¯t help but show a trace of doubt as he heard the booming soundsing from within. ¡°n Chief, didn¡¯t you say the interior was filled with poison, rendering Lin Qi¡¯an powerless? Why is there such an uproar? It sounds like there¡¯s a battle.¡± ¡°Hmph, he¡¯s probably just desperately holding on. Originally, I intended to personally deal with his quasi-Saint protector, but I didn¡¯t expect him toe alone!¡± The n chief sneered. ¡°Don¡¯t worry; even if he escapes, we have an ambush waiting. He¡¯s destined to die!¡± Yan Qing nodded. ¡°It¡¯s a pity I can¡¯t witness his death with my own eyes to avenge the theft of my dragon tendon!¡± ¡°By the way, could we spare the Saintess of the Qinglian?¡± The n chief berated him in anger, ¡°At a time like this, and you¡¯re still thinking about women! That woman belongs to the Master. Once we¡¯re in the Tiandao Domain, we¡¯ll still need to rely on him!¡± ¡°Ah, what a shame,¡± Yan Qing muttered. Behind them, the n members were visibly thrilled. Killing the son of the Great Emperor in the Cann Dao Domain was an achievement beyond belief! They imagined that mentioning this feat in the future would surely bring them honor. ¡°Seems like it¡¯s quiet now?¡± ¡°It must be over!¡± The n chief¡¯s face lit up with anticipation. *Step! Step! Step!* The crisp sound of footsteps echoed outward. A slender figure slowly emerged into view. As the Dragon n members saw who it was, their smiles vanished, reced by utter shock and terror. The figure approaching was not Kui Zong, but a woman cloaked in purple bandages, gripping a dagger that gleamed with cold light. Her aura was terrifying, an almost tangible bloodlust forming a suffocating field around her, chilling them to the bone. This was Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s protector. But how¡­ how did she enter the Dragon Cavern? ¡°Something¡¯s wrong, run!¡± The n chief immediately turned to flee. But the ordinary nsmen had no chance to escape, as Aunt You transformed into a streak of purple light that sliced through the crowd like a wolf among sheep. Where she passed, the cold light shimmered, and rivers of blood flowed! The once-imprable skins of the Dragon n members shattered like paper, tearing at a mere touch. Some had their hearts pierced, others had their necks shed, and some were split in two on the spot¡­ With every breath, another corpse of the Dragon n sank to the ground! ¡°The Prince ordered me to wipe out the entire n; no loose ends must remain.¡± And so, she killed the ones who tried to flee the fastest. Like an invisible phantom, she reaped lives as if mowing grass. The vibrant red spilled across the entire sea, staining it a dark and eerie crimson. ¡­ Inside the Lotus Realm. While blood flowed outside, a different scene unfolded within. Just as Lin Qi¡¯an held Lu Miaoyin in his arms, freed from Aunt You¡¯s suppression of spiritual energy, she immediately became ¡°enthusiastic¡± once more. Who could have imagined that this usually refined, cultured young woman would transform sopletely? In the end, Lin Qi¡¯an carried her into a stream and took out a Purity Pill left to him by the Dan Emperor, feeding it to Lu Miaoyin. ¡­ After a long while, as the pill¡¯s effects began to circte within her, Lu Miaoyin slowly regained her rity. As her consciousness returned, her body suddenly stiffened! ¡°You¡¯re finally awake?¡± ¡°¡­¡± Then came the real issue¡ªshe retained all her memories from just moments ago. Her face flushed instantly, as red as a blooming lotus in water, nearly dripping with embarrassment. Raising her moist eyes, her breathtaking face was dotted with water droplets, truly resembling a lotus emerging from the water. ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an guessed that she might want to turn back into a little lotus and hide away. After all, for her, this was like aet colliding with Earth¡ªsimply overwhelming! But what happened next surprised even Lin Qi¡¯an. What was going on? Had the toxin been fully purged? Could it be that the Dan Emperor¡¯s antidote wasn¡¯t effective? No, that shouldn¡¯t be the case; it was crafted by the Dan Emperor himself! Quickly, Lin Qi¡¯an understood¡­ The antidote had worked. This time, it was Lu Miaoyin herself who had be moved! ¡­ After a long time, Lin Qi¡¯an finally escorted Lu Miaoyin to Snow Serenity Pavilion. ¡°Rest inside for now; I¡¯ll go check on the situation outside.¡± Leaving those words, Lin Qi¡¯an exited the Lotus Realm space. As a ripple distorted space around him, he arrived outside. He found himself surrounded by endless blue, water meeting sky, seemingly trapped within a watery prison. ¡°Your Highness, give me just a moment longer. You may wish to return to the Lotus Realm to rest,¡± Aunt You advised, still channeling her power to resist the prison. Even her usually stoic face showed a hint of embarrassment, especially since Lin Qi¡¯an had emerged while she hadn¡¯t resolved the situation, which felt like a blow to her pride as a protector. ¡°Aunt You, what¡¯s the current situation?¡± ¡°The rest of the Dragon n has been wiped out, leaving only the n chief. He has used the pce to set up a massive Water Prison Formation, temporarily trapping me.¡± After exining, Aunt You added, ¡°It will take no more than another half-hour to break through.¡± The Dragon n chief, overhearing their conversation from outside, shouted, ¡°This is the Dragon n¡¯s protective formation. Dream on if you think you¡¯ll escape!¡± ¡°You ughtered my Dragon n, so today, you will also be buried here!¡± ¡°Heh, the moment the water prison swallows you, your bodies will bepletely torn apart, leaving no survivors.¡± His confidence had a foundation. This great formation was known as the ¡°Dragon Water Sky Formation¡±! Each day, power had been channeled into the formation, umting over hundreds of years. By now, the strength it contained had far surpassed the quasi-Saint level. It had been set up for a time of crisis, a means to trap and kill powerful enemies. Now that it had sessfully trapped these intruders, they were surely doomed, with no possibility of escape. ¡°Is that so?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an took out the ¡°Tidal Sovereign Pearl,¡± a reward he had received earlier. The pearl gleamed a deep, oceanic blue. Activating it, the Tidal Sovereign Pearl floated above his head, emitting a series of ghostly blue radiances. Seeing Lin Qi¡¯an suddenly approaching the most turbulent part of the barrier, Aunt You quickly cautioned, ¡°Your Highness, be careful!¡± Earlier, she had attempted to break through directly, only to find the violently surging water curtain had such destructive force that it nearly severed her spiritual power barrier. ¡°It¡¯s fine.¡± A surprising scene unfolded. The previously imprable torrents, which even a quasi-Saint couldn¡¯t tear open by force, parted slightly as Lin Qi¡¯an neared them! Through the opening, Lin Qi¡¯an caught a glimpse of the Dragon n chief¡¯s utterly shocked expression outside. ¡°No¡­ this is impossible! How did you break the water formation? No!¡± Lin Qi¡¯an nced back and smiled, ¡°Aunt You,e out and see him off.¡± ¡°Understood.¡± Aunt You snapped out of her shock. She had been struggling against this water prison formation for hours, only for the Prince to break through it with a mere gesture¡­ Once outside the formation, she returned to her merciless, deadly form. The Dragon n chief, though in the Sovereign Realm, stood no chance against a quasi-Saint. The Dragon n was annihted! The surrounding waters turned into a virtual sea of blood, with corpses and dismembered remains floating everywhere. Passing through the sea of corpses, Lin Qi¡¯an remained calm andposed as he ascended to the water¡¯s surface. ¡ª- *Ding! Congrattions to the host forpleting the mission. Viin Points +50,000.* *Ding! Host has exterminated an entire n, earning an infamous reputation and obtaining the special viin skill ¡°Heavenly Fated Viin Right Hand.¡±* *Heavenly Fated Viin Right Hand: Upon touching any Destined Female or Male Protagonist, all their physical information will be revealed to the host (Know thy enemy, and you shall be victorious in every battle).* This was his second viinous ability, following the Heavenly Fated Viin Divine Eyes. First his eyes, now his right hand. Would other organs awaken in the future? Intriguing! Lin Qi¡¯an chose not to bring Lu Miaoyin out immediately. The scene before him was far too bloody, and he worried it might disturb her. As for himself, he was quite at ease; this was merely a necessary step in eliminating all loose ends as a viin. ¡ª Lin Qi¡¯an had been away from Green Lotus Immortal Ind for nearly an entire day.@@novelbin@@ On the ind, everyone was growing anxious. ¡°Why hasn¡¯t His Highness returned yet?¡± ¡°Let us go and wipe out that Dragon n until not a trace of them remains!¡± A sword guard raised his sword and shouted, and immediately, his sentiment was echoed by all, who found the idea quite appealing. In the end, it was Su Xueni who managed to calm them down. ¡°His Highness must have his own ns. You mustn¡¯t act recklessly and ruin his efforts.¡± At this moment, she disyed an impressive leadership aura, almost embodying the authority of the ind¡¯sdy. She remained far calmer than anyone else. Fortunately, her persuasion worked, and no one rushed out impulsively. ¡°Look, His Highness has returned!¡± ¡°Safe and sound; what a relief!¡± Seeing Lin Qi¡¯an return unharmed, everyone breathed a collective sigh of relief. The people of Green Lotus Immortal Ind quickly asked about the Saintess¡¯s whereabouts. Lin Qi¡¯an, slightly embarrassed, exined that she was resting inside the Lotus Realm. ¡°Your Highness, what happened while you were gone? Why did it take so long?¡± ¡°Oh, nothing much. Just that the Dragon n has been exterminated by this Prince.¡± The Dragon n¡­ exterminated¡­ Everyone froze upon hearing this news. Especially the people of Green Lotus Immortal Ind, who were left dumbfounded, unable to speak for a long while. They had all been worried for His Highness and the Saintess, fearing he might be in danger. But he returned with news of having annihted the entire Dragon n? This seemed too far-fetched to be real! Immediately, someone flew out to investigate. The scout returned momentster, trembling with excitement. ¡°The Dragon n¡¯s territory¡­ it¡¯s a sea of blood, bodies strewn everywhere!¡± ¡°His Highness truly exterminated their entire n!¡± The eradication of the Dragon n meant no one would harass Green Lotus Immortal Ind again in the future. Waves of cheers and celebration swept through the ind, one after another. Everyone felt immense satisfaction, with most bing die-hard fans of the Prince. Su Xueni approached Lin Qi¡¯an, her smile radiating charm, ¡°Your Highness, why does Sister Miaoyin remain in the Lotus Realm, unwilling toe out?¡± ¡°Well¡­¡± ¡°Then allow me to take care of Sister Miaoyin on your behalf.¡± *Cough*, ¡°I¡¯d be grateful for the help.¡± Indeed, matters of the inner residence were best managed by the perceptive and intelligent Su Xueni. Chapter 133 Chapter 133: Zhao Qingmeng ¨C ¡°Sister, what should I do if my cultivation is progressing too fast?¡± Lin Qi¡¯an had already set his next course of action: to head to Tai¡¯an Imperial City and participate in the grand millennial celebration! This Millennial Celebration, as the name suggests,memorates the thousand-year unification of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty. Held once every millennium, it is a spectacr event of unparalleled scale. At that time, every sect in the Cann Dao Domain, if they wished to maintain any influence, would send representatives to attend! This included regional marquises, divine sons, saintesses, and outstanding talents from various sects, all converging on Tai¡¯an City. Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s father, the Sword Emperor, would also arrive with the family, giving him the chance to see his eldest sister after so long. It would be an ultimate grand gathering for the entire Dao Domain! Moreover, Lin Qi¡¯an still had unfinished business with Ye Yun, the Destined Child of Tai¡¯an Imperial City. He had allowed him ample time to grow; by now, Ye Yun should have matured considerably. Lin Qi¡¯an hoped he wouldn¡¯t be disappointed. After resting for a few days on Celestial Lotus Ind, Lin Qi¡¯an set out on his journey. ¡°To Tai¡¯an Imperial City.¡± ¡°The Prince has ordered us to proceed to Tai¡¯an Imperial City!¡± ¡ª At the Xiling Divine Pce The news of Lin Qi¡¯an killing the Xiling Divine Pce¡¯s Right Enforcer had already spread far and wide. While the Right Enforcer was a minor figure, the Xiling Divine Pce was more concerned with their honor than with the loss itself. Killing someone from the Xiling Divine Pce in the Western Seas was equivalent to a heavy p to their face. The entire Xiling Divine Pce seethed with pent-up anger, yet they knew the best chance to avenge this humiliation would be at the grand gathering in Tai¡¯an City. With a booming sound, a golden light burst from the Xiling Divine Pce¡¯s dome, piercing through the night sky into the vast cosmos. People instinctively looked up to see a figure hovering mid-air, one side of his body shrouded in icy blue, the other in fiery red. His divine radiance was majestic and extraordinary, like a god from the heavens, inspiring awe and reverence. ¡°The Xiling Divine Son has finally emerged from seclusion!¡± ¡°His Ice and Fire Divine Technique has broken through to the sixthyer?!¡± ¡°At the peak of the Celestial Realm¡­ if I recall correctly, the Beiyang¡¯s Prince has only just reached the Celestial Realm?¡± ¡°Heh, with the Divine Son out of seclusion, the younger generation across the entire Dao Domain will have no equal!¡± ¡°With the Divine Son present, our Xiling will undoubtedly reim its former glory at this celebration.¡± People were still immersed in the awe of the Divine Son¡¯s power when a grand voice, carrying an imperial majesty thatpelled reverence, resounded through the Xiling Divine Pce! ¡°By decree of the Emperor, proceed to Tai¡¯an City.¡± The Xiling Emperor himself would lead the Divine Son to attend the grand celebration in Tai¡¯an City. His departure was marked by radiant splendor, drifting clouds, and swirling spiritual energy. ¡ª In a remote, unnamed green mountain ¡°Disciple, you have be invincible in this era. Come down the mountain with me.¡± The speaker was a middle-aged man with grayish-white hair, his face bearing the marks of time, yet his gaze was one of unshakable dominance. ¡°Master, what shall we do after descending the mountain?¡± asked a young man named Li Xuan, dressed in in clothes with a de at his waist. ¡°Judging by the time, the Millennial Celebration of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty should be approaching. I wonder if my old friends still remember me.¡± Though the middle-aged man looked far from elderly, he was already over four thousand years old. His name was Gu Jingyun, a figure who rose to fame alongside the Sword Emperor Lin Weixuan three thousand years ago. The world had since known him as the de Emperor! In the past, he, the Sword Emperor, and the Tai¡¯an Emperor had fought as brothers in arms. After they established the Tiang Immortal Dynasty, the Tai¡¯an Emperor imed the throne, as the other two had no interest in power, and thus became the ruler of the Dao Domain. However, a woman eventually drove a rift between the Sword Emperor and the de Emperor¡ªLin Qi¡¯an¡¯s mother, the renowned beauty Mu Qingzhu. In a climactic battle that shook the mountains and shattered the heavens, the Sword Emperor emerged victorious, and Mu Qingzhu, who had always favored him, naturally stayed by his side. Devastated, Gu Jingyun chose a life of wandering and ultimately retreated to seclusion in the mountains. For a century, he had never drawn his de, keeping it sheathed as he awaited the day he could meet the Sword Emperor once again. Recently, he had taken in a young boy who stumbled upon his mountain by ident, pouring all his efforts into training him to defeat the Sword Emperor¡¯s son. If he could defeat the Sword Emperor himself and have his disciple defeat the Sword Emperor¡¯s son, only then could he find peace from his past regrets. ¡°Master, you say I¡¯m invincible in this era¡ªare you certain?¡± ¡°Of course. You¡¯ve cultivated the ¡®Eight Destions Overlord de¡¯ to the sixthyer. Even at my age back then, I had only reached the fifth. When you descend the mountain this time, there won¡¯t be a single young talent who canst a round against you.¡± ¡°Haha! Then I¡¯ll crush each one of those saintly prodigies and revive your reputation! Especially those of Beiyang Tianjian City.¡±@@novelbin@@ Li Xuan¡¯s spirit surged with excitement. He casually swung his de, sending a de aura slicing through ten miles and downing a bird mid-flight. ¡°You¡¯re of age now, and the Tai¡¯an Emperor once promised to wed his youngest daughter to my descendants, so it seems you¡¯ll benefit, kid.¡± ¡°Thank you, Master!¡± Li Xuan was beyond thrilled, barely able to contain his excitement. Not only could he crush the young talents of this era, but he could also wed the princess who bewitched nations. Life couldn¡¯t be better! He could hardly wait to reach Tai¡¯an Imperial City. ¡°Master, let¡¯s set off!¡± ¡ª At a volcanic crater Suddenly, a loud neighing echoed! The gently flowing red magma surged violently as a figure broke through the molten sea, emerging in a ze of fire. Bathing in the sun¡¯s golden light, with fiery wings sprouting from his back, he appeared both sacred and solemn. This was none other than Ye Yun, who had cultivated the ¡°Great Sun Heavenly Emperor Sutra.¡± He was once the guard of Zhao Yunjin, and after suffering a setback at the Great Hunt, he resigned to undergo intense training. Finally, he had mastered the Golden Crow Divine Fire, a me on par with Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s Nine Yang Divine Fire. With this fire, Ye Yun¡¯s power had skyrocketed, and his techniques had reached new heights, making him iparable to his previous self. He was now strong enough to contend with a Dao Transformation Realm cultivator. ¡°Fighting across realms? I can do that too! With the celebration approaching, Lin Qi¡¯an, I hope you¡¯ll be there! Princess, this time, I will make sure you see me in a new light¡­¡± In a ze of red light, he sped back towards Tai¡¯an Imperial City. ¡ª At Tai¡¯an Imperial City Since Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s return from her encounter with Lin Qi¡¯an, she had gone into seclusion, isting herself from everyone while concealing her cultivation progress. With the memories of a Great Emperor and her extraordinary talent, her cultivation advanced as though she had hacked through obstacles. During Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s escapades outside, she had already broken through to the Transcendent Realm. But her older sister, Zhao Yunjin, was still unaware. ¡°Sister, I finally get to tell you. I can¡¯t wait any longer.¡± In the pce, Zhao Qingmeng headed to Zhao Yunjin¡¯s residence, ready to deliver her a small shock. Ever since the Great Hunt, Zhao Yunjin had buried herself in relentless cultivation, using her grief as fuel for progress. As a Taiyin Divine Physique, blessed with unparalleled talent and under the guidance of the Tai¡¯an Emperor, she advanced rapidly. Now, she had reached the seventhyer of the Celestial Realm, a jaw-droppingly fast progression. Her mastery over the Violet Heaven Divine Thunder had also risen to a new level. After finishing her meditation, Zhao Yunjin wiped the fine sheen of sweat from her fair forehead. ¡°My cultivation has improved again¡­ even without Lin Qi¡¯an¡¯s Dao Physique, I should be able to achieve the Dao on my own strength.¡± ¡°A broken engagement is a broken engagement. I¡¯ll make sure he regrets it, hmph!¡± Of course, these were merely her thoughts, things she¡¯d never say out loud. A proud imperial princess wouldn¡¯t stoop to sounding like a resentful girl. That would ruin her carefully cultivated image. ¡°Darn it, why do I think of him the moment I stop cultivating¡­¡± It took Zhao Yunjin quite a while to calm her mind. Just then, she heard a report that Zhao Qingmeng had arrived. ¡°What does she want? Is she here to unt again?¡± Her face immediately darkened. She had realized her younger sister was far from simple. In the courtyard, the sunlight was bright, and birds chirped amidst blooming flowers. ¡°Elder Sister, you¡¯re here!¡± ¡°I¡¯ve been busy with cultivationtely. Unless it¡¯s urgent, don¡¯te to me.¡± Zhao Yunjin¡¯s tone was cold, not wanting to engage in idle talk and risk disrupting her cultivation. ¡°It¡¯s nothing urgent. I just came to consult you about a little issue.¡± ¡°Speak.¡± Zhao Qingmeng blinked with feigned innocence. ¡°Recently, I identally reached the Transcendent Realm. My cultivation speed is too fast. Could there be any side effects?¡± ¡°What?!!!¡± Zhao Yunjin¡¯s beautiful eyes widened. She sensed the spiritual energy surrounding Zhao Qingmeng, and a storm surged within her heart as if struck by a heavenly thunderbolt! Impossible! Zhao Qingmeng was born without any cultivation talent, an ordinary mortal. How had she managed to cultivate? During the Great Hunt, she clearly had no cultivation, and now she had reached the Transcendent Realm? In just a couple of months, she had leapt six major realms? ¡°You¡­¡± Zhao Yunjin felt a lump in her throat as she suddenly recalled something. Lin Qi¡¯an possessed a Dao Physique, and Zhao Qingmeng had often spent time with him. Could she have benefited from his Dao Physique, awakening her cultivation path? ¡°Give me your hand!¡± Zhao Yunjin brusquely grabbed Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s wrist, trying to confirm if her original purity remained intact. ¡°As expected¡­¡± It was indeed Lin Qi¡¯an. Very well, then! I had just annulled my engagement with him, and now you¡¯re entangled with him already? Do you really not regard me as your sister? ¡°Sister, why are you so harsh!¡± Zhao Qingmeng pouted. ¡°Guards, see the guest out!¡± Zhao Yunjin stood up, leaving without a backward nce, her stunning figure framed by the golden hem of her gown. ¡°Hehe¡­!¡± Zhao Qingmeng nearly burst intoughter. This was too satisfying. The famed beauty of the Cann Dao Domain, jealous and arguing with her younger sister¡ªhow ridiculous was that? Hahaha! Brother Lin should be arriving in Tai¡¯an City soon. Theing days will certainly be exciting. Chapter 134 Chapter 134: The Prince Arrives at Tai¡¯an City! The Emperors¡¯ Betrothals Are in Disarray Li Xuan, following his master Gu Jingyun, quickly reached the gates of the Tai¡¯an Imperial City. Gazing up at the enormous gate, with the bold characters ¡°Tai¡¯an City¡± carved in a majestic dragon-and-phoenix style, Li Xuan felt his blood surge with excitement. ¡°Once, I was just an orphan on the verge of death, chased and wounded by wild beasts¡­¡± ¡°Who would have thought that one day, I¡¯d be an unrivaled young genius?¡± LAnd now, I¡¯m set to marry the ethereal princess of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty! All of this¡ªI owe to my master.¡± Though a passionate young man, Li Xuan had never been close to a woman. In his vige, he had been the orphan everyone despised, ignored even by the limping vige girl. Now¡­ he chuckled to himself. ¡°Master, let¡¯s hurry into the city. I can hardly wait.¡± With sess came a bit of arrogance. Unlike Lin Qi¡¯an, who had the restraint of someone with two lifetimes of experience, Li Xuan was eager and unrestrained. At this moment, his greatest wish was to meet the princess, his fianc¨¦e! As they approached the city gate, however, they were stopped by a fierce, armored guard. ¡°With the grand ceremony approaching, we must guard against any demonic infiltrators. All arrivals must show identification.¡± Just as they reached the gate, they encountered fierce guards who blocked their path. Recently, countless sects and ns had gathered in the Dao Domain, so it was only natural that security was heightened. Cultivators needed to show their sect or family tokens, though ordinary people were exempt. ¡°Do you know who my master is? Move aside, or don¡¯t me me for being rude!¡± Li Xuan shouted. ¡°No matter who your master is, you must show proof of identity. That¡¯s the rule!¡± ¡°Courting death!¡± Li Xuan erupted in rage, releasing a terrifying aura. In an instant, a sh of cold light swept through the air, and the guard¡¯s head fell to the ground. Frightened citizens screamed, while the remaining guards drew their weapons, prepared to retaliate. The atmosphere grew tense. Gu Jingyun silently observed. Although youthful pride was natural, he hadn¡¯t expected his disciple to be so impulsive, resorting to violence over a minor offense. Perhaps, after training in the mountains for so long, Li Xuancked social etiquette, behaving like a wild brute. ¡°Lower your weapons,¡± Gu Jingyunmanded. These simple four words carried an authority impossible to defy¡ªthe voice of an Emperor, vast and thunderous. Winds howled as thunder cracked across the sky. The aura of an Emperor filled the air, sending shockwaves throughout Tai¡¯an City, rming countless powerful cultivators. Who was this Emperor, gracing Tai¡¯an with his presence? ¡°Hurry, let them pass! Do not provoke them!¡± someone hastily transmitted to the guards. Terrified, the guards quicklyplied, realizing that even a nce from the Emperor could mean their deaths. Grateful to have survived, they hurriedly allowed the two to enter. ¡°Master, let¡¯s go!¡± Li Xuan strode forward, head held high. ¡°¡­¡± Gu Jingyun shook his head. Who would have thought that simply entering a city would force him to reveal his aura? His disciple¡¯s first journey down the mountain, and already he had caused a scene! Sure enough, as they departed, hushed discussions erupted among the onlookers. ¡°This is Tai¡¯an City, the heart of the Tiang Immortal Dynasty! Can an Emperor kill so casually here? Isn¡¯t that a bit unreasonable?¡± ¡°Exactly. That kid¡¯s like a wild animal¡ªone word, and he¡¯s already chopping heads.¡± Meanwhile, within the pce, Emperor Tai¡¯an, dressed in his dragon robes, sensed the aura and murmured to himself, ¡°Gu Jingyun¡­ I didn¡¯t expect you¡¯de personally.¡± ¡°It¡¯s been ages since the three of usst gathered. I wonder if you and Lin Weixuan still have some unfinished sparks.¡± Emperor Tai¡¯an acknowledged that his own strength was beneath theirs. But between Gu Jingyun and Lin Weixuan¡ªwho was stronger? In the past, it had been Lin Weixuan, but now¡­ even he couldn¡¯t be certain. A few days ago, he received wonderful news: his younger daughter, Zhao Qingmeng, had started cultivating and even advanced to the Transcendent Layer. To Emperor Tai¡¯an, nothing could be more delightful. While mortals barely lived a hundred years, cultivators could survive for millennia. He had no wish to see his daughter age and die early. After questioning everyone familiar with the situation, he concluded that Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s sudden ability to cultivate was linked to her time with Lin Qi¡¯an, the Prince of Beiyang. For this, Emperor Tai¡¯an held Lin Qi¡¯an in high regard and gratitude. As for the younger generation fighting over a woman, he never cared for such matters. If one couldn¡¯t secure a marriage, it was simply a matter ofcking skill. Since his elder daughter¡¯s engagement had already been annulled, he fully supported the union between Lin Qi¡¯an and Zhao Qingmeng. A marriage alliance was a marriage alliance, regardless of whom it involved! Moreover, it was clear to him that his younger daughter had deep affection for Lin Qi¡¯an. But hereiny theplication¡­ Upon the birth of his elder daughter, Zhao Yunji, Emperor Tai¡¯an had established a marriage pact with the Sword Emperor, promising Zhao Yunji¡¯s hand to Lin Qi¡¯an. Then, at the birth of his younger daughter, Zhao Qingmeng, Gu Jingyun hade to congratte him, to which Emperor Tai¡¯an, smiling, had responded, ¡°If you ever have descendants, I could marry my youngest daughter to them.¡± But now, Lin Qi¡¯an had developed feelings for Zhao Qingmeng. If Gu Jingyun truly had brought a young sessor, wouldn¡¯t this cause¡­ In the past, the Sword Emperor and de Emperor hadpeted over a woman, and now, their descendants were doing the same. ¡°Sigh, the entanglements of these two generations are tooplicated. Very well, let them handle it themselves. I, as Emperor, will not interfere.¡± Rubbing his forehead, Emperor Tai¡¯an decided to leave the matter alone. ¡­ Gu Jingyun, with Li Xuan, moved swiftly through the sky, drawing countless onlookers as they crossed the Outer City, Inner City, and reached the pce gates. Impatient, Li Xuan quickly inquired about Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s residence and hurried toward it. Fearing his disciple might embarrass him further, Gu Jingyun didn¡¯t follow and instead went to rest in the sleeping quarters, guided by an envoy sent by Emperor Tai¡¯an. In Qingle Mansion, Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s residence, the princessy in bed, thinking longingly of Lin Qi¡¯an, hoping he would soon arrive in Tai¡¯an City. Outside, amotion broke out. ¡°Who goes there?¡± ¡°The princess¡¯s fianc¨¦! Have here out to greet me!¡± ¡°How dare you! Such disrespect toward the princess?¡± ¡°Oh¡­ ouch¡­¡± As Zhao Qingmeng stepped out, she saw the guards sprawled across the ground, groaning in pain. The one causing the ruckus was a young man in in clothes, with thick eyebrows andrge, fervent eyes barely able to contain his excitement. ¡°Who are you?¡± she asked, her tone cold. ¡°I am Li Xuan. Your father and my master made a pact to betroth you to me. From now on, you shall call me husband!¡± ¡°Get lost! How dare you presume to be worthy of me!¡± With a fierce shout, Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s dress billowed as if stirred by an unseen wind. ¡°Guards, throw him out!¡± shemanded. Li Xuan¡¯s face darkened with fury. ¡°How dare a mere girl show such disrespect to her fianc¨¦? You¡¯re asking for a beating!¡± he shouted, striding forward, his hand raised to strike her. Though Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s current strength was no match for his, a powerful elder servant of the Dao Transformation Realm stood guard within the princess¡¯s estate. With a single palm, the elder deflected Li Xuan, sending him flying a hundred meters back. ¡°What strength¡­¡± the elder thought in surprise. His blow should have left the boy¡¯s bones shattered, especially given that he was merely at the Celestial Layer. But instead, he had only been knocked back. ¡°Leave now, or I won¡¯t hold back!¡± the elder threatened menacingly. Brushing off the dust, Li Xuan pointed an angry finger at the elder and shouted, ¡°An old weakling bullying the young! Let someone from the younger generation fight me if you dare¡ªI, Li Xuan, consider myself unrivaled among my peers!¡± The elder sneered. ¡°You¡¯re just an ignorant boy who¡¯s never seen the world, and yet you dare call yourself invincible among the young?¡± He continued, ¡°Princess Yunji is peerless, and the Beiyang Prince is an exceptional talent. Just who do you think you are?¡± With a disdainful smirk, Li Xuan replied, ¡°Heh, the Beiyang Prince? Rest assured, if he darese to Tai¡¯an City, I¡¯ll crush him like an insect!¡± Just then, a voice transmission arrived. ¡°Your Highness, the Prince has arrived in Tai¡¯an City!¡± ¡°Brother Lin is here?¡± Zhao Qingmeng¡¯s cold, stern expression softened, transforming into that of an adorable young girl.@@novelbin@@ Her eyes curved into crescent moons, and without a second thought, she leaped up, preparing to greet Lin Qi¡¯an. She had no time to waste on this arrogant fool. ¡°I didn¡¯t say you could leave! How dare you disregard your duty as my future wife?¡± Li Xuan shouted, chasing after her. The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!