Lin Xiao was being rather ungrateful.
Zhu Zhuyun felt both embarrassed and annoyed.
No matter how sweetly she spoke, Lin Xiao remained completely unmoved, utterly refusing to believe she had come to the Ashen Mountain Range out of concern for his safety. He even looked at her with disdain.
In all her life, this was the first time the Grand Prince Consort doubted her own charm as a woman.
Were her breasts not big enough, or her butt not shapely enough?
Did she only excite him if she became empress?
Lin Xiao didn't care what Zhu Zhuyun was thinking. He asked directly,
"So, the outside world is now spreading rumors that a rare treasure has appeared in the Ashen Mountain Range, and they're wildly speculating it might be a high-level Soul Tool like the Heaven Dou Empire's Treasure of the Nation, the Vast Sea Universe Cover?"
Uh...
Actually, their wild guess might have accidentally hit the mark.
The Phoenix Bone could certainly be considered a rare treasure.
Of course, Lin Xiao wouldn't admit it. Facing Zhu Zhuyun's question, he just shook his head and said flatly,
"What rare treasure? I was just in seclusion cultivating."
"Seclusion? What kind of seclusion could you be in?"
What, the Soul Master Competition just ended a year ago, and you're already trying to break through to Soul Emperor?
Zhu Zhuyun's beautiful eyes were full of suspicion, but then she saw seven Soul Rings rise behind Lin Xiao. Without exception, they were all Ten Thousand Year Soul Rings!
She wondered if her eyes were playing tricks on her.
Zhu Zhuyun thought she saw a dark gold Soul Ring, but in the blink of an eye, it turned black. Was this really a Soul Ring configuration a human could possess?
Zhu Zhuyun's red lips parted slightly, her eyes filled with shock.
For some reason, a strange feeling of excitement rose in her heart. It seemed the stronger Lin Xiao became, the more secure and thrilled she felt.
Lin Xiao didn't know what she was thinking. He said calmly,
"That so-called anomaly was just energy leaking out when I used my Martial Soul True Body."
Zhu Zhuyun clearly didn't believe him.
Nonsense!
While it was incredibly exaggerated for Lin Xiao to break through to Soul Saint at his age, and a configuration of all Ten Thousand Year Soul Rings was unheard of, the commotion that day had shaken the entire Ashen Mountain Range. Even ordinary Titled Douluo couldn't cause such a grand scene. How could Lin Xiao?
Sometimes, telling the truth only makes people disbelieve you.
Although Lin Xiao was a Soul Saint now, after using his Phoenix True Body, his strength was comparable to a Titled Douluo. However, he still had a significant gap between himself and a Titled Douluo.
That gap was stamina.
While the Phoenix True Body was fierce, activating it consumed an astonishing amount of Soul Power. Lin Xiao couldn't maintain it for long. If he couldn't finish the fight quickly, he would soon be exposed.
"So, what do we do now? How many people did the Star Luo Royal Family send?"
Zhu Zhuyun puffed out her chest, causing a ripple.
"This time, Davis is personally leading the search, bringing two Soul Saint powerhouses from the army, plus hundreds of well-equipped personal guards! Even if you're a Soul Saint, you won't be able to force your way out!"
On her pure and charming face, there was a hint of pride and smugness.
"Lin Xiao! If it weren't for me, you'd be in huge trouble right now! Davis is still holding a grudge about the Soul Master Competition. He won't let you off easily if he sees you."
"But don't worry, I have a plan. You'll have to humble yourself a bit and disguise yourself as my personal maid. I've arranged everything. Just listen to my orders."
Zhu Zhuyun's lips curled up. Although her voice was normal, there was mischief hidden in her eyes.
She was doing it on purpose.
As the dignified Star Luo Grand Prince Consort, she had been coerced by Lin Xiao and led around by the nose all this time. How could she be willing to accept that?
Lin Xiao was the 'big boss' now, and she didn't dare defy him openly, but couldn't she play a little trick behind his back?
First, make him wear women's clothes to cure his bad temper.
Subtly, slowly train him...
Lin Xiao fell silent.
Zhu Zhuyun thought he was wavering and pressed on while the iron was hot:
"Lin Xiao, a true man doesn't fuss over trivial matters."
"Who else would know besides me? If you feel like you've lost face in front of me, you can just make it up elsewhere. This is the only way."
She pretended to be troubled and said,
"My guards and maids are all women. If you want to sneak out, there's no way around dressing as a woman."
Zhu Zhuyun silently calculated. When the time came, she would definitely make Lin Xiao serve her in public. He would be stuck, unable to do anything about it.
"No."
Lin Xiao refused without hesitation.
Zhu Zhuyun was startled at first, then grew anxious.
"Hey, at a time like this, what are you being so stubborn about? A true leader doesn't get hung up on minor details..."
Lin Xiao tilted his head, looking at Zhu Zhuyun with a strange expression. He stared at her clear, autumn-like eyes until she looked away, feeling uneasy.
"Are you really looking forward to me wearing women's clothes?"
"No, of course not."
"Wearing women's clothes is impossible. It's like a late-night flight taking off – it's either zero times or countless times."
Lin Xiao said flatly:
"Besides, with just two Soul Saints and a few hundred guards, do I really need to hide?"
His words were incredibly domineering, making Zhu Zhuyun's heart skip a beat.
But she still advised, "Trying to force your way through won't work..."
"That's because the people you know aren't tough enough."
Zhu Zhuyun: "..."
She rolled her eyes and let out a cold huff.
"You're tough! You're tough! You're the toughest in the world!"
"Suit yourself!"
She was planning to retreat strategically, waiting for Lin Xiao to back down.
But the next second, Lin Xiao directly grabbed her by the back of the neck, as casually as if picking up a cat or dog.
"My apologies, Grand Prince Consort."
Zhu Zhuyun was startled and struggled, saying:
"What are you doing! Let go of me!"
In return, she received a look of approval from Lin Xiao.
"Good, you've got spirit. Keep that energy up."
From a distance, the worried voice of a female guard called out.
"Grand Prince Consort? Are you finished?"
Lin Xiao, however, had already lifted Zhu Zhuyun. With a flap of his Crimson Sky Flame Phoenix Wings, he shot into the sky.
"Grand Prince Consort!"
The female guard saw the figure in the sky, focused her gaze, and her face instantly turned pale. She collapsed weakly to the ground.
...
Inside the tent.
Davis was sound asleep when he suddenly heard shouts shaking the outside and saw bright flames.
He woke up with a start!
"Grand Prince, this is bad!"
A panicked guard from outside the tent rushed in, speaking incoherently.
"The culprit! The Grand Prince Consort! The Grand Prince Consort was..."
Upon hearing this, Davis was greatly alarmed.
"What happened to Zhuyun?"
The guard stammered, finishing his sentence.
"A culprit has taken the Grand Prince Consort hostage and headed towards the outer edge of the Ashen Mountain Range!"
Davis was furious and kicked the guard over.
Damn it, he can't even explain clearly that the Grand Prince Consort was taken hostage.
He thought his wife had been... ruined!
Davis put on his armor, got up, and went outside. He saw a figure standing in the sky, wearing a White Robe and a Ghost Mask. And the person being held in their hand was none other than his gentle, virtuous, and stunningly beautiful fiancée!
The way the figure in the White Robe and Ghost Mask was holding her was quite rough and simple.
He could see Zhu Zhuyun looking panicked, her face flushed red.
Bastard! That's his wife!
He wouldn't even dare to hold her that tightly!
Bah! He hadn't even touched her yet!
A murderous intent instantly rose in Davis's heart. His eyes were like those of a malevolent spirit, eager to devour someone
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