Three days later.
Lin Xiao arrived at the Crown Prince Residence again.
Qian Renxue handed the Vast Sea Universe Cover to him.
It was a crystal-clear, three-dimensional blue triangle, about the size of a palm, with wave-like patterns on its surface, emitting a faint, precious glow.
Qian Renxue had swapped it out from the treasury with a fake disguised as a sapphire. Since the Vast Sea Universe Cover had been gathering dust in the royal treasury anyway, even if its loss was discovered, it wouldn't be a big problem.
Lin Xiao took the Vast Sea Universe Cover.
"May I ask if Your Highness the Crown Prince has decided on your conditions?"
Qian Renxue wore a warm smile.
"Haha, that was just a joke earlier."
"With the friendship between us, how could I ask for anything in return?"
Lin Xiao's expression was a bit helpless.
The most troublesome matter had finally arrived.
A debt of gratitude...
Qian Renxue asked curiously, "However, may I know what you plan to do with the Vast Sea Universe Cover, Lin Xiao?"
"I'm giving it to Bing'er as a token of my affection," Lin Xiao lied casually.
Qian Renxue's expression froze, and a vein faintly pulsed on her forehead. For a moment, she felt an urge to snatch the Vast Sea Universe Cover back from Lin Xiao's hand.
Damn it, you want me to steal a treasure for you to give to your lover?
Qian Renxue said softly, "You're really good to the people around you."
"Bing'er is worth it."
This conversation couldn't continue.
Qian Renxue waved her hand, "Go on, go on!"
"Stop feeding me dog food!"
Lin Xiao took his leave.
"Wait!"
He was called back by Qian Renxue halfway there.
Lin Xiao turned around and saw Qian Renxue with her head held high, chest out, and a radiant look in her eyes.
"Do you know why I gave you the Vast Sea Universe Cover?"
"To borrow your words."
"You are also worth it!"
...
A week later.
Outside the Ye Residence.
Lin Xiao, Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling, Shui Bing'er, Shui Yue'er, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Zhuqing had all gathered.
A carriage from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was parked nearby.
It was high-end and luxurious, with the horses pulling it possessing Soul Beast bloodlines, capable of traveling two thousand li a day.
Ning Fengzhi was accompanied by Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.
Ye Qingxian and Dugu Bo also stood to the side.
The group had come to see Lin Xiao off.
"Rongrong, listen to Lin Xiao!"
"Got it, Dad!"
Ye Qingxian then instructed Ye Lingling.
"When you go to Sea God Island, remember your mission is to cultivate. Don't indulge in pleasure!"
"Mom, you're slandering me! When have I ever indulged in pleasure?"
Dugu Bo said, "Little monster, take good care of Yan Yan and the others!"
"Don't worry, Senior Dugu!"
The carriage was hitched, and with the rumbling sound of the wheels, it disappeared into the dust...
The elders sighed with emotion.
The children have all grown up, like fledglings, it's time to learn to fly on your own.
...
Inside the carriage, the space was extremely spacious.
Seven people sitting in the same carriage still left plenty of room.
Only Lin Xiao felt a bit awkward.
The carriage was filled with fragrance, and besides six soft and fragrant girls, he was the only boy.
Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan sat together, to his left.
Shui Bing'er and Shui Yue'er sat to his right.
Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing were opposite him.
When Lin Xiao opened his eyes, he was met with Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing staring back at him.
Ning Rongrong, being bold, even playfully winked at him.
Zhu Zhuqing, however, as their eyes met, her cheeks gradually flushed red, as if she had been drinking.
He wanted to chat with Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan.
But Dugu Yan's legs, clad in black silk stockings, would inadvertently brush against him, and in such a public setting, Lin Xiao was too embarrassed to be too forward.
Fortunately, Shui Bing'er gently placed his head on her lap.
"The journey is long, Brother Lin Xiao, you should get some sleep."
Closing his eyes was the best way to combat the awkwardness.
In the following days, the atmosphere gradually became more harmonious.
The girls' laughter and chatter filled the air, creating a lively scene.
The carriage arrived at the coast.
The merchant ship prepared by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was already docked by the sea.
The merchant ship was carved with dragons and phoenixes, exuding grandeur.
Lin Xiao took out the communication gem given to him by Bo Saixi, infused it with Soul Power, and shouted:
"High Priest, I've arrived!"
"I'm at the same beach where we first met!"
A cool, magnetic female voice came from the gem.
"I'll come pick you up."
Lin Xiao turned and instructed the girls:
"You six need to unite and help each other on Sea God Island. The God's Examination is not a simple or easy matter. To improve your strength, you must put in the effort, understand?"
They say three women make a lot of noise.
Six women are not just two noisy groups; even if divided into groups of three, there are 20 possible combinations!
With so many girls, it would either be scheming and backstabbing, or they would build deep friendships.
Lin Xiao hoped for the latter.
"Bing'er, you need to look after them."
Shui Bing'er said playfully:
"Yes! Bing'er promises to complete the mission!"
Lin Xiao nodded slightly.
On this trip to Sea God Island, Bing'er was the key figure.
Ye Lingling asked in surprise:
"Lin Xiao, aren't you coming with us?"
Lin Xiao shook his head and smiled, "You all focus on your cultivation, I happen to have something to do."
In the distance, huge waves surged.
Bo Saixi, dressed in red robes with white hair, had already arrived.
Lin Xiao greeted her.
Bo Saixi exclaimed in surprise, "So many girls?"
"Are they all your confidantes?!"
Lin Xiao quickly shook his head and introduced them one by one.
Then he said, "High Priest, Bing'er holds the Sea God's Heart and meets the conditions to receive the complete Sea God inheritance. As for the other girls, they wish to cultivate on Sea God Island for a period and also participate in the Sea God Nine Trials, but they will not undergo the final assessment."
The Sea God approves, there is no issue with this matter.
Under the azure sky.
Seagulls soared high, and the blue waves rippled with a soft halo.
Lin Xiao waved goodbye to the girls, saying with a smile:
"Though we part ways after a thousand miles, we must eventually say farewell."
"I look forward to your transformation!"
"Bing'er, the next time we meet, I'll be relying on you for support!"
Shui Bing'er blushed.
Ignoring the surprised gazes of the other girls, she declared loudly:
"Brother Lin Xiao, the next time we meet, Bing'er will have grown up!"
Grown up.
She would be able to do things that only adults could do...
...
Lin Xiao returned to Heaven Dou City and focused on his cultivation.
With the boost from Ye Qingxian's alchemy skills, he consumed many immortal pills refined from immortal herbs, further improving his already perfect body. His body exuded a unique fragrance, like orchids and musk, as pure as glazed tile.
These pills would be sent via the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's merchant ships.
Escorted by Sword Douluo or Dugu Bo, they would arrive at Sea God Island and be delivered into the hands of the girls.
Meanwhile, Ye Qingxian also gained numerous insights from her alchemy practice.
It seemed she was on the verge of discovering a unique cultivation path that had an extremely high compatibility with her.
A year passed.
The Star Dou Great Forest remained unchanged.
Ah Yin and Xiao Wu each fulfilled their duties.
The four single-attribute sects that originally belonged to the Clear Sky Sect were integrated by Lin Xiao. While he bestowed rewards upon them, he also governed them with particular strictness.
Yang Wudi, as the leader of the Four Great Clans, was also searching for a method to break through to the Title Douluo realm through alchemy.
...
The Extreme North.
Amidst the desolate ice and snow, an unfamiliar guest arrived
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