At this moment, a sweat-drenched Zhu Zhuqing's whole body was soaked, her cold and calm face revealing determination, evoking a protective instinct.
Qingling really wanted to step forward to help Zhuqing, but this was her assessment; she could not intervene.
"Everyone has their own path to walk. The more you walk, the more you see,"
"Zhuqing, keep it up!"
And so, she silently watched over Zhuqing.
Finally, after immense hardships and perseverance, Zhu Zhuqing spent six and a half days completing the first assessment: passing through the Sea God's Light.
At the moment of completion, Zhuqing didn't even have time to feel her soul power level increase by one; her eyes went black and she was about to collapse.
"Zhuqing…"
Seeing Zhuqing about to fall, Qingling's light wings fluttered, and in the blink of an eye, she was at her side, gently supporting her delicate body.
Sensing something unusual, Zhuqing opened her eyes and saw Qingling's face close to hers.
Her exhausted face immediately broke into a smile. "Qingling… you…"
"Why are you here? Shouldn't you be taking the divine exam?"
Hearing Zhuqing's words, Qingling rolled her eyes irritably. "Hmph, if I hadn't come, Zhuqing, you'd be lying on the steps."
"You really… why do you push yourself? Take it slow, there's no rush." Qingling pouted, worry evident in her words.
"But I was already supported by you, Qingling," Zhuqing smiled warmly, looking at Chen Qingling in front of her.
At this moment, the two women locked eyes, and the air seemed to be filled with the scent of lilies.
After a long gaze, Qingling's cheeks turned slightly red. "Um… Zhuqing, I've got you. I'll take you back to the Seahorse City inn to rest."
Unbeknownst to them, on the way to Seahorse City, they were spotted by the approaching Zi Zhenzhu.
Her expression froze, then a sly smile appeared on her lips.
"Oh my… didn't expect this!"
"Really didn't expect it, turns out we're on the same path!"
"Qingling, this little girl says she's not interested, but actually… she simply isn't interested in me."
"Also, I'm old, not like the one by your side…"
As Zi Zhenzhu spoke, she turned back toward Seahorse City.
Now that the person she cared about had returned, she had no need to wait at the Seahorse Sacred Pillar.
Zi Zhenzhu could stay in Seahorse City thanks to Qingling's favor.
If they weren't traveling together, she probably would have been expelled from Sea God Island long ago.
Such a huge windfall fell on Zi Zhenzhu, leaving her grateful to Qingling.
"Just a pity… you feel nothing for me…" Zi Zhenzhu sighed sadly.
...…
Seahorse City.
Back at the inn, Qingling placed Zhuqing on the bed to rest, finally letting out a sigh of relief.
"Zhuqing, lie down first. I'll get you something to eat to replenish your strength."
"Qingling… wait…" Zhuqing called out as Qingling turned to leave.
"What is it, Zhuqing?"
"I want to ask… how far along are you in your assessments?"
"Uh… well…" Qingling hesitated. She didn't want to tell Zhuqing, but she also didn't want to hide it.
Just saying it might make Zhuqing feel bad.
Their gap was enormous!
One in the sky, one on the ground—completely incomparable.
Zhuqing bit her lip and took a deep breath. "Qingling, tell me. I'm prepared."
"You've probably reached a much higher assessment than me."
Qingling nodded slightly. "I'm just about to start the sixth assessment."
"The sixth assessment…"
Despite preparing mentally, Zhuqing was still shocked upon hearing that Qingling was about to begin the sixth assessment.
As always, Qingling was exceptional!
Only a few days had passed?
And she was already preparing for the sixth assessment.
This pace… perhaps only Qingling could achieve it in history!
"What is your sixth assessment about…" Zhuqing asked curiously.
"Hmm, fighting the High Priest, holding out for the duration of an incense stick."
Zhu Zhuqing: ...…
"Ah?!"
Zhu Zhuqing felt her entire body freeze. What did she just hear?
Fighting the High Priest?
Though she didn't know the High Priest's exact level, Zhuqing's intuition told her!
The High Priest was absolutely one of the top-tier warriors on the continent!
His strength was beyond the Seven Sacred Pillar Guardians. Even combined, they were weaker than the High Priest.
"Qingling… are you confident you can beat the High Priest?"
Qingling blinked. "Yes. I haven't seen the High Priest's full strength, but I can sense it. I can defeat him, though it might be a little troublesome."
Hearing this, Zhuqing's worries eased. "As long as you're confident, I don't need to worry."
"All right, Zhuqing, stop talking now. You need to rest properly."
"Anything else you want to say can wait until tomorrow when you feel a bit better."
Qingling tilted her head and smiled at Zhuqing.
"Okay…"
Chen Qingling then went downstairs and brought up a tray of sumptuous food.
"Zhuqing, here you go. Restore your strength properly."
Seeing Zhuqing try to get up, Qingling quickly held her down.
"Zhuqing, your body is too weak. I'll feed you myself."
"Ah?!" Zhu Zhuqing was first stunned, then realized, "No need, no need. Qingling, I can do it myself."
"This… is embarrassing…"
Her voice was faint like a mosquito's as she lowered her head.
Chen Qingling smiled lightly. "It's fine. What's our relationship? Like sisters. Helping each other is nothing."
Then, Qingling personally fed Zhu Zhuqing, and after finishing, helped wipe her hands.
The scene was warm and tender.
At that moment, there was a knock at the door.
Knock knock knock!
"Who is it?"
"It's me, Chen Qingling."
Hearing a familiar yet unfamiliar voice, Qingling opened the door.
"Is it you? Zi Zhenzhu?"
"What are you doing here?"
Zi Zhenzhu crossed her arms, looking Qingling up and down, then glanced at Zhu Zhuqing inside.
"What? Not happy to see me?"
"No."
Though she said that, Qingling still kept a distance from Zi Zhenzhu.
This sister was wicked, with a wicked mind.
She absolutely could not let herself be swayed by Zi Zhenzhu.
Perhaps noticing Qingling's gaze, Zi Zhenzhu frowned. "Oh, Qingling, don't be so distant."
"After all, I helped guide you both. Is there a need to treat me like this?"
Qingling pursed her lips and directly asked, "Tell me, Zi Zhenzhu, what do you want?"
"I guess it's not just to see us, right?"
Finishing her sentence, Zi Zhenzhu joined her hands and slightly bowed to Qingling.
"Qingling, no matter what, I, Zi Zhenzhu, owe you a favor."
"Ah?!" Qingling was utterly confused, completely unable to understand Zi Zhenzhu's intentions.
"What are you doing… why do I suddenly owe you a favor?"
"If it weren't for you, I, Zi Zhenzhu, would never be able to stay on Sea God Island, let alone reside in Seahorse City."
"So…"
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