Qian Ye's Demeanor! Tang San and Xiao Wu, Trust Collapses!

Inside the courtyard.

Qian Renxue had just finished practicing a set of sword techniques; her sword intent was several shades more refined than before, clearly having gained much under the guidance of Qian Ye.

She sheathed her sword and stood tall, her beautiful golden eyes also gazing toward the firmament, a lingering look of shock upon her face.

"Resurrection from the dead... Teacher, even the gods would be tempted by a reward such as this, would they not?"

She turned her head to look at the figure leisurely sipping tea beside the stone table.

However, to her surprise, there was not a ripple of emotion on Qian Ye's face.

It was as if this reward, capable of driving even deities to madness, was to him nothing more than a passing breeze, not worth mentioning.

Qian Ye set down his teacup, not even sparing the Heavenly Vault Golden List a glance.

He merely responded indifferently.

"Mm."

A single word, and nothing more.

This composure, this detachment, only deepened the awe in Qian Renxue's heart.

To what level had this senior's realm truly reached?

Even resurrection from the dead could not move him.

Her curiosity regarding Qian Ye's identity grew, but since he did not speak of it, she would not ask.

This was the proper decorum expected of a junior.

"Senior, I shall return to my room to consolidate what I have learned today." Qian Renxue bowed respectfully.

"Go." Qian Ye waved his hand.

Once Qian Renxue's figure disappeared at the courtyard gate, Qian Ye slowly raised his head, though his gaze was not cast toward the firmament, but rather swept toward a corner of Jialing Pass.

A playful smile escaped the corners of his mouth.

"Interesting. A restless little mouse has managed to sneak into Jialing Pass."

The coalition camp.

Just as everyone remained immersed in the shock of the reward, a brilliant, dazzling seven-colored pillar of light broke through the clouds above the firmament and crashed down!

The target of the light was not Tang San, as everyone had assumed, but Xiao Wu, whom he held in his arms!

Hum—!

The pillar of light instantly enveloped Xiao Wu's delicate body.

At this moment, because she had already consumed the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, the immortal herb had long since merged with her.

The Heavenly Dao reward naturally acted directly upon her.

Bathed in that seven-colored divine light, Xiao Wu felt a warm and majestic surge of life energy pouring into her limbs and bones.

The original depletion of her essence caused by her sacrifice was being rapidly replenished at this moment, even exceeding its former state!

The Lovesick Heartbreak Red within her body was undergoing a heaven-defying transformation.

Its petals became crystal clear, as if carved from divine jade, with profound Dao patterns flowing across them.

A sense of power, far surpassing what she had felt before, filled her body.

Inside the tent, the Shrek members were stunned for a moment, before erupting into even more fanatical cheers!

"Hahahaha! It's Xiao Wu! The reward is for Xiao Wu!"

"That's wonderful! This means Third Brother effectively has an extra life!"

"Congratulations, Third Brother! With this divine-grade immortal herb, your dual-god body will surely be invincible under the heavens!"

Ma Hongjun, Oscar, and the others swarmed toward Tang San, their faces full of sycophantic smiles, their words never straying from Tang San.

It was as if it were Tang San who had received the reward, rather than Xiao Wu.

Tang San was also flushed with excitement at this moment.

He could clearly feel that as the immortal herb within Xiao Wu transformed, a stream of pure energy was being fed back to him through the connection they shared!

His Sea God divine power had actually advanced a few points because of it!

More importantly, resurrection!

This meant he possessed absolute room for error!

In the future, when facing Qian Renxue again, he, Tang San, could trade injury for injury, life for life!

After all, he had a chance at resurrection, but did she, Qian Renxue, have one?

He was certain to win this battle!

Endless smugness and ecstasy filled Tang San's heart.

Listening to the congratulations of the crowd and enjoying the feeling of being the center of attention, he subconsciously pulled Xiao Wu, held in his arms, even tighter.

However, he did not notice.

Xiao Wu, held tightly in his embrace, was in a trance at this moment.

Feeling the surging power within her body and listening to the chorus of "Congratulations, Brother San" ringing in her ears, the confusion in her bright, spirited eyes grew ever deeper.

Her long, slender legs, encased in pink silk stockings, curled up instinctively, and a chill originating from the depths of her soul permeated her exquisite, shapely body.

This is not...

The reward the Heavenly Dao gave to me?

Why...

Is everyone congratulating Brother San?

As Xiao Wu curled up in Tang San's arms, the chill in her body was even more bone-piercing than when she had sacrificed herself back then.

Tang San's wild joy gradually subsided; he looked down at the beauty in his arms, his voice carrying a trace of irresistible tenderness.

"Xiao Wu, take out that God-grade Immortal Herb."

"This item is of vital importance to me. With it, I can possess the strength to protect you faster and completely annihilate Martial Soul Hall!"

His words were filled with a sense of righteousness and deep affection.

Xiao Wu's body stiffened.

Take it out?

How could she take it out?

Oscar rubbed his hands together on the side, chiming in with an excited face: "That's right, Xiao Wu! Hurry and give it to Brother San! The stronger Brother San is, the safer we will be!"

Ma Hongjun also chuckled and said: "Xiao Wu, this is a matter concerning all of our lives; you must prioritize the big picture!"

"Yes, prioritize the big picture!"

Everyone chimed in one after another.

She was stunned.

Those familiar faces now seemed so strange.

On the Golden List screen, the scene of her sacrificing her soul and life for Brother San without hesitation was still vivid in her mind.

At that time, she thought this was the ultimate form of love.

But now...

Why should the reward bestowed upon her by the Heavenly Dao be taken for granted and handed over to Brother San?

Why did everyone feel that this should have been Brother San's from the start?

A hot tear rolled uncontrollably from the corner of her eye, carrying endless grievances.

Tang San noticed Xiao Wu's abnormality, his brows furrowing imperceptibly.

He immediately put on a look of heartache, reaching out to gently wipe away Xiao Wu's tears.

"Xiao Wu, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell somewhere?"

"Don't cry, I know you've been wronged. But you must understand, everything I do is for us, so that I can protect you forever."

"Martial Soul Hall is powerful, and Qian Renxue has already become a god. I must use every possible method to improve my strength so that I can avenge you and give us a stable future."

Tang San's voice was magnetic, every word filled with deep affection.

"So, give the Immortal Herb to me, okay?"

He coaxed her gently, though a trace of urgency flashed through his heart.

The effects of this God-grade Immortal Herb were too heaven-defying, especially that chance to return from the dead!

This was practically a trump card tailor-made for him!

No matter what, today, this Immortal Herb—I, Tang San, am determined to have it!

Looking at Tang San's "sincere" face, the last line of defense in Xiao Wu's heart began to waver.

Perhaps... perhaps she was overthinking it.

Brother San was doing this for everyone, for the sake of avenging her.

She sniffled, her voice thick with nasal tones, and said intermittently:

"Brother San... it's not that I won't give it to you..."

"It's... it's that this Immortal Herb, the moment I received the reward from the Heavenly Dao, had already... already completely merged with my body and soul."

"I... I cannot take it out."