Ashen Mountain Range.
Feng Yu and Lin Xiao's Nirvana was nearing its end.
This time was much shorter than the first, because Feng Yu had already undergone her first Nirvana, and Lin Xiao had broken through to Soul Saint.
After absorbing the Soul Bone and Soul Ring, Lin Xiao's Soul Power settled at level 72.
The Nirvana process didn't bring an increase in Soul Power, but rather felt more like a tempering, integrating the various powers he had cultivated into his marrow and soul.
Ultimate Phoenix Fire, Jet-Black Phoenix Fire, Great Sun Golden Flame, Black Sun Purifying Fire...
These four flames truly became Lin Xiao's original Phoenix Fire.
The kind that was bound to his soul.
As for Feng Yu, he wasn't sure what she had gained.
Sigh, actually, Lin Xiao wasn't hoping for Feng Yu to become stronger.
...
After one month.
The Nirvana finally concluded.
On this day, the ground of the Ashen Mountain Range trembled, and volcanoes erupted.
Billowing thick smoke blotted out the sky, a pungent sulfurous smell filled the air, beasts stampeded, and birds scattered in panic, presenting a scene of utter devastation.
The volcanic eruption lasted for a morning.
At noon.
A crimson ray of light pierced through the sky, bringing auspicious signs. The thick smoke instantly vanished without a trace, and the land returned to tranquility, as if nothing had happened.
...
Outside the Ashen Mountain Range.
Upon seeing this scene, Davis immediately gave an order.
"Dai Bao, take a team and scout ahead. If there's no abnormality, report back immediately."
"Understood!"
Dai Bao was not from the imperial family but was a commoner Soul Master adopted by the imperial family and trained as a loyal retainer.
He was granted the surname Dai to show favor.
At seven in the evening.
Dai Bao returned to report, his expression filled with pleasant surprise.
"Reporting to His Highness the First Prince!"
"The Heavenly Fire Meteorites within the Ashen Mountain Range have all disappeared, and there is no danger!"
"From a distance, your subordinate observed the Burning Fire Valley and saw a crimson light surging! But it was fleeting!"
Davis was overjoyed upon hearing this.
"Issue my command! Everyone enter the Burning Fire Valley! Search for the whereabouts of the rare treasures in groups of three!"
A large contingent of people marched towards the Burning Fire Valley.
...
On the other side.
Zhu Zhuyun was half anxious, half delighted.
Zhu Zhuyun had much more information than Davis and was now generally certain that the person who caused the anomaly was definitely Lin Xiao. At this moment, the Ashen Mountain Range was completely sealed off.
Her anxiety was fear that Lin Xiao would be discovered.
Davis hated Lin Xiao to the bone. If Lin Xiao's presence was discovered within the Star Luo territory, he would certainly not let it go and might even seize the opportunity to capture Lin Xiao alive to humiliate him, or simply kill Lin Xiao to vent his hatred.
One should know that the number of people Davis brought this time was not small, including two Soul Saint level powerhouses and hundreds of well-equipped personal guards.
How could Lin Xiao, who was only a Soul King during the Soul Master Competition, be their opponent?
Her delight was that she saw this as an opportunity.
Perhaps, if she seized this opportunity and set up a situation to help Lin Xiao, she could make him develop feelings for her. Maybe she could turn the tables and use Lin Xiao for her own purposes?
A woman gaining pleasure from taming a wild man was even greater than a man conquering a cold woman.
Zhu Zhuyun gave an order.
"Enter the mountain! Report any abnormality to me immediately!"
...
"Are you Feng Yu?"
"Good girl, you've finally turned into a human!"
Burning Fire Valley.
Lin Xiao's gaze fell upon Feng Yu, his heart overflowing with joy.
Where was the Little Red Bird from before?
Only a stunningly beautiful young woman stood there.
Her three thousand scarlet strands of hair were like a crimson cloud, resembling a waterfall of molten gold. Her skin was fair, smooth, and radiant, possessing a pure, glass-like texture. A faint red eyeshadow adorned the corners of her eyes and brows. Her nose was high and straight, her cherry lips were tinged with pink, and her figure was curvaceous. She stood barefoot, her expression noble, aloof, and cool.
Her Soul Power transformed into a scarlet dress, enveloping her perfect body. Seeing Lin Xiao, her gaze held a hint of shyness mixed with a touch of disdain.
"Who's your daughter?"
"I'm the one who's the mother!"
Unfortunately, Lin Xiao didn't play Valorant.
Otherwise, his legs would be numb by now.
Are your legs numb?
Numb numb numb numb numb numb numb numb...
Lin Xiao didn't argue with Feng Yu. Instead, he looked her up and down, asking with some curiosity:
"Feng Yu, why do you look a bit different from the image I saw in the Crimson Sky Sword's memory?"
You look a lot more youthful...
Feng Yu rolled her eyes and said with righteous indignation:
"My strength hasn't recovered much. Converted to your human levels, I'm just a Soul Douluo. How can that compare to my peak?"
Let alone comparing to my peak.
I can't even compare to that silver dragon in the Star Dou Great Forest.
If I went looking for trouble now, I'd probably be utterly defeated and then thoroughly humiliated, right?
Feng Yu didn't maintain her human form for long before transforming back into the Little Red Bird.
Lin Xiao was slightly taken aback.
"Why did you change back?"
Feng Yu teased:
"Can't bear it?"
"Call me mommy and I'll show you!"
Lin Xiao's mouth twitched. He said speechlessly:
"Feng Yu, do you have some strange fetishes?"
Feng Yu sneered:
"Maybe you're enjoying it?"
The two continued to bicker.
Suddenly, Feng Yu's brow furrowed slightly. She said:
"My identity isn't suitable for attracting attention. To avoid trouble, it's better to be an inconspicuous Little Red Bird when there are people around."
"Lin Xiao, the commotion caused by this Nirvana was too big."
"A group of people is surrounding us."
Hearing this, Lin Xiao released his Spiritual Detection. As expected, he sensed many people approaching their location.
They were currently within Star Luo territory.
These people were deliberately and purposefully closing in. It was likely they meant no good.
He could only temporarily suppress the joy in his heart about Feng Yu's ability to transform. His Crimson Sky Flame Phoenix Wings unfolded behind him, and his figure vanished from the spot.
...
The night was deep.
Hundreds of people held torches, planning to search for the exotic treasure all night. After all, whoever found the treasure would surely receive generous rewards from His Highness the First Prince and the Grand Prince Consort.
Who would want to miss such an opportunity?
Unfortunately, despite the torchlight, there were many trees on the mountain and the terrain was rugged, making visibility still very limited.
Zhu Zhuyun was the first to arrive at the outskirts of Burning Fire Valley to search.
After half a day with no results, she felt suspicious. Had Lin Xiao already left?
Suddenly, the Fire Lotus Mark on her lower abdomen heated up.
"Mm~"
The noble Grand Prince Consort let out a soft moan, her face flushed with embarrassment.
"Grand Prince Consort, what's wrong?"
The female guard beside her asked with concern.
Using the cover of night, Zhu Zhuyun hid the unusual expression on her face and said coldly,
"I need to relieve myself. You guys keep watch here and don't let anyone else get close."
"Yes."
Zhu Zhuyun followed the guidance of the Fire Lotus Mark, approaching a certain direction. As she got closer, she felt her lower abdomen getting hotter and hotter, knowing that Lin Xiao was not far away.
Suddenly, someone patted her shoulder from behind.
Zhu Zhuyun was startled and almost cried out.
Lin Xiao transmitted his voice,
"What's going on? Why are so many people here?"
"And why are you here too?"
If he hadn't sensed the Fire Lotus Mark on Zhu Zhuyun, Lin Xiao might have had to capture a few people first for questioning.
Zhu Zhuyun's mind raced.
She wanted Lin Xiao to think she was deeply in love with him, and then be moved by her actions.
Immediately, she said, half-coquettishly and half-annoyed,
"I'm here, isn't it all for you?"
Lin Xiao: ?
Sister, are we close?
Aren't we purely in a relationship of coercion?
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