Sincere Love

Douluo Continent, Sunset Forest.

When Qian Xunji arrived at the Sunset Forest with Xiao Rou, the sky had already fully brightened.

They passed through the poisonous mist and entered the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

Xiao Rou was completely captivated by the scenery of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

"I never imagined such a beautiful place existed in this world," Xiao Rou couldn't help but exclaim, even wondering how wonderful it would be to live here forever.

"Xiao Rou, let's go. I want to show you something good," Qian Xunji said, pulling Xiao Rou deeper into the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

"Your Holiness," Yue Guan greeted them, while in the distance, other spirit masters were busy tending to and cultivating Immortal Herbs and rare treasures.

"Yue Guan, how is the progress on cultivating the Immortal Herbs and rare treasures?"

"Your Holiness, the research on the rare treasures has already seen some success."

"The Immortal Herbs are proving to be a bit more troublesome."

"There is no need to rush. We have plenty of time. As long as we can successfully cultivate the Immortal Herbs, everything will be worth it," Qian Xunji said, not intending to limit Yue Guan's time, allowing him to work at his own pace.

"Yes, Your Holiness. I will certainly not let you down," Yue Guan had never been as happy as he was during this period; this was his life's pursuit and a sign of immense trust.

Words could not express the gratitude he felt for the trust the Pope placed in him; his only goal was to cultivate the Immortal Herbs as quickly as possible so as not to disappoint him.

Yue Guan took his leave.

Xiao Rou remained immersed in the beautiful scenery of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

Qian Xunji tugged at Xiao Rou and said, "Xiao Rou, let's go. I want to show you something good."

Xiao Rou followed Qian Xunji's lead until they stood before the Lovesick Heartbreak Red.

Upon seeing the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, Xiao Rou could not tear her eyes away.

Although she did not know the name of the object before her or what it did, her instincts told her that it was a unique treasure the likes of which the world had never seen.

"Master, what is this?" Xiao Rou asked, trusting that Qian Xunji had not brought her here without a reason.

Qian Xunji introduced it: "Xiao Rou, this is the Lovesick Heartbreak Red. In my view, it is the only herb in this world that can truly be considered an immortal-grade treasure."

"It has the power to bring the dead back to life and restore flesh to bones; as long as one breath remains, it can restore a person to full vitality."

"Furthermore, it can conceal your identity as a spirit beast, so that even a Title Douluo would be unable to detect it."

"However, the method of harvesting the Lovesick Heartbreak Red is extremely unique; only one who has gained its recognition can pluck it."

"If one tries to harvest it by force, it will only result in its destruction."

"To harvest the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, one must think of their beloved with single-minded devotion and absolute sincerity, then let a drop of heart blood fall onto its petals to let it recognize its master."

"If the recognition is successful, it can be plucked; if it fails, it cannot."

"This is the reason I brought you here."

"Master, please forgive me, but I cannot do it," Xiao Rou said, trembling with fear.

She had clearly misunderstood Qian Xunji's intentions.

Qian Xunji laughed: "Xiao Rou, you have misunderstood me. The person I want you to think of is not me, but your deceased husband."

"You and I are merely in a transaction."

"I do not expect much from you, as long as you do not betray me."

"Master, thank you. Rest assured, I will never betray you."

"Begin," Qian Xunji said, looking at the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, curious to see if his own theory would hold true.

"Very well, Master." Xiao Rou stepped up to the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, and scenes of her and her husband began to surface in her mind.

As her emotions deepened, tears streamed down her face, and a drop of heart blood appeared in her palm, which she dripped onto the Lovesick Heartbreak Red.

The heart blood swirled for a moment, but it was not absorbed by the flower.

Is it not working?

Qian Xunji felt a touch of regret.

But Xiao Rou did not stop there.

A cool, feminine voice echoed in her mind.

"You have already betrayed your husband; what face do you have to dream of gaining my recognition?"

Xiao Rou murmured to herself: "I only wish to avenge my husband. What have I done wrong?"

"As long as I can avenge my husband, I am willing to pay any price, even death."

At this moment, Xiao Rou's hatred was earth-shattering, and even the drop of heart blood that had been rolling about began to change.

The Lovesick Heartbreak Red fell into silence.

Indeed, was this not also a form of absolute, sincere love?

Even if it was extreme to the point of madness.

The Lovesick Heartbreak Red finally absorbed the heart blood of Xiao Rou, detached itself from the ground, and drifted toward her.

It actually succeeded!

Happiness had arrived so suddenly.

Qian Xunji was filled with joy.

"Master, here." Xiao Rou presented the Lovesick Heartbreak Red with both hands.

Qian Xunji took it, sensing a distinct resistance emanating from the flower.

What a naughty little flower it was.

Qian Xunji examined the Lovesick Heartbreak Red closely, finding the black spots within its root system somewhat abrupt.

However, having never seen the Lovesick Heartbreak Red before, Qian Xunji didn't pay it much mind, assuming it might be a normal phenomenon.

Even if there were an anomaly, Qian Xunji believed he could easily suppress it.

"Xiao Rou, since you were able to make the Lovesick Heartbreak Red acknowledge you as its master, you should keep it by your side." Qian Xunji returned the flower to her.

"Thank you, Master." Xiao Rou took it and carefully tucked the Lovesick Heartbreak Red into her pouch.

After acknowledging its master, the Lovesick Heartbreak Red had shrunk significantly in size.

"Xiao Rou, our purpose for this trip has been achieved; it is time for us to go home."

"Yes, Master."

Qian Xunji took Xiao Rou and left the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, heading toward Martial Soul City.

Douluo Continent, Martial Soul City.

In the afternoon.

When Qian Xunji returned to Martial Soul City with Xiao Rou, the sun was about to set.

He headed straight for the Saintess Hall.

At this hour, Qian Renxue and Qian Renshuang would have finished their lessons, and Qian Renxia, Qian Renwei, and Qian Renting should also be back for dinner.

Therefore, Leng Lingyuan and Xue Ying would certainly be at the Saintess Hall; it was the perfect time to introduce Xiao Rou to the family members while everyone was gathered.

Martial Soul City, Saintess Hall.

Qian Xunji pushed the door open and entered.

"Husband."

"Master."

"Daddy, Daddy, Daddy..."

"Lingyuan, Xue Ying."

"My dear daughters, come let me hug you." Qian Xunji responded to each of them in turn.

Qian Renxue, Qian Renshuang, Qian Renxia, Qian Renwei, and Qian Renting—the five little ones—ran toward Qian Xunji and Xiao Rou.

"Daddy, Daddy, is this our new mother?" the five little ones asked one after another.

"That's right," Qian Xunji replied.

"Third Mother, we want gifts!" The five little ones did not reject Xiao Rou.

Fortunately, Xiao Rou had prepared for this on the way back; seeing the five little ones felt just like seeing her own daughter, Xiao Wu.

She was incredibly warm and enthusiastic.

Leng Lingyuan observed Xiao Rou, her heart filled with endless doubts. She had already guessed Xiao Rou's identity—it was highly probable that she was the Blue Silver Emperor the husband had mentioned—but she did not understand: wasn't the Blue Silver Emperor Tang Hao's wife? Why?

Qian Xunji looked at the confusion in Leng Lingyuan's eyes and immediately understood what she was thinking.

After Qian Xunji's explanation, Leng Lingyuan finally understood: the soul beast before her was not the Blue Silver Emperor, but the Rabbit Emperor—Xiao Rou.

"First Mistress, Second Mistress," Xiao Rou called out respectfully.

Qian Xunji suggested, "Lingyuan, let Xiao Rou stay by your side."

"Very well," Leng Lingyuan agreed happily. Xiao Rou clearly had experience, and she seemed very skilled at coaxing the five little ones.

Sometimes the five little ones truly gave her a headache; now that someone experienced and trustworthy had arrived, how could she not be pleased?

Leng Lingyuan trusted Qian Xunji's ability and judgment, though, naturally, she would keep a close eye on Xiao Rou herself.

After coaxing the five little ones for a while, Qian Xunji left the Saintess Hall.

He needed to go see if Bibi Dong had already conceived his child.

Martial Soul City, Pope Palace.

Underground Palace.

Suite No. 1.

Qian Xunji entered, but Bibi Dong remained motionless, as if she hadn't seen him at all.

Last time, Bibi Dong had sworn that she would no longer be submissive to Qian Xunji, unless he let her leave this damned place.