Don't Want to Work Hard Anymore

When the soul power within Ma Xiaotao finally ceased its violent turbulence, Xiao Yi was finally able to observe the eerie black-red flames. Now, suppressed by the ice element, the evil fire was like a wild beast trapped in a cage, capable only of emitting powerless roars.

Logically speaking, Xiao Yi, who did not possess Ultimate Ice, should not have been so composed when facing these flames, but this was the nature of a Heavenly Flame.

Even if this was merely a Martial Soul, it could not conceal its essence, let alone the mere Phoenix Evil Fire.

Several hours passed. Even with Xiao Yi's robust quality of soul power, he was nearing exhaustion. Conversely, Ma Xiaotao, who lay before him, was so comfortable she was on the verge of falling asleep.

"Sister Xiaotao, that should be it, right?" Xiao Yi yawned, his tone heavy with fatigue. A task requiring such intense concentration to continuously control the temperature of the evil fire while injecting soul power was simply too draining.

Yet, the benefits were immense. Suppressing the evil fire was essentially a process where Xiao Yi channeled his ice-attribute soul power into Ma Xiaotao's body and expelled a portion of the evil fire in return.

Ordinarily, this evil fire would simply dissipate, but because Xiao Yi possessed a Heavenly Flame Martial Soul, his flames transformed the evil fire into pure energy, which in turn replenished his own reserves. Thus, both Xiao Yi and Ma Xiaotao stepped into the bottlenecks of level 40 and level 60, respectively.

Xiao Yi was still somewhat surprised that Ma Xiaotao was only level 60; logically, she should have already broken through to become a Soul Emperor by now.

"Mm-hmm, it's done, little brother. That's enough; I can cultivate for a few more months now." Having said this, Ma Xiaotao stretched her perfect figure, showing no intention of avoiding Xiao Yi's gaze.

As for the change in address, it was at Ma Xiaotao's request. Xiao Yi had no objections; big sisters were the best, especially those who provided such generous benefits.

Seeing Xiao Yi turn his head away, Ma Xiaotao smiled slyly. She didn't bother putting her clothes back on, turning around to reveal a vast expanse of snow-white skin.

"Don't be shy. It's not early anymore; just sleep here with sister tonight~~" Ma Xiaotao said with a hint of teasing, lifting Xiao Yi's chin and forcibly turning his head to face her.

"What?" Xiao Yi was somewhat reluctant (or so he pretended). But before he could refuse, a soft, irresistible force pinned him down onto the bed. (He was acting.)

Ma Xiaotao's thighs were draped directly over Xiao Yi's waist. His vision was filled with snow-white skin, and after a futile struggle, Xiao Yi could only resign himself to enjoying it.

Ma Xiaotao let out a low laugh, her face flushing slightly. She loosened her grip just a fraction, then drifted into a deep sleep while feeling the rhythm of his breathing and the warmth of his breath against her.

He remembered someone in his past life asking Xiao Yi what kind of life he wanted to lead. Xiao Yi had answered as follows:

"If I really have to say... if I really have to say... 165cm or taller, busty, thick thighs, long black hair, reserved yet sultry, with a faint, lingering scent. She likes all kinds of outfits and stockings, and only wears them to seduce me."

Xiao Yi experienced exactly that today. The moment he opened his eyes, he was greeted by a flash of snow-white skin. They had both slept very soundly, remaining in almost the same positions as the night before. Xiao Yi's face flushed slightly; was this too suggestive?

Looking up, he saw a sweet sleeping face. Ma Xiaotao's features were of the alluring and moving type; her heart-shaped face was exquisite without being overly sharp, and her skin was still full of youthful vitality. Her phoenix eyes were bright and charming, appearing unexpectedly cute when she was quiet in sleep.

However, Xiao Yi was actually feeling a bit troubled now. He couldn't quite figure it out; he understood why she sought him out to suppress the evil fire—while he lacked an Ultimate Attribute, he possessed the rare combination of both ice and fire attributes. Yan Shaozhe had likely calculated this, knowing Xiao Yi would definitely agree.

After all, this not only helped Ma Xiaotao suppress the evil fire, but he also benefited from it himself. It was just that Xiao Yi had hidden his Heavenly Flame, making the benefits even greater.

Of course, there were other reasons. Xiao Yi's principle had always been to neither initiate nor refuse. Since the big sister was so enthusiastic, refusing would be truly ungrateful.

"Mm..." Sensing movement in his arms, Ma Xiaotao slowly opened her pink eyes, staring at Xiao Yi without blinking.

Ma Xiaotao's lips curled upward, revealing an alluring smile, and she spoke in a teasing tone.

"Since you've slept with sister, little brother, you're now sister's person~" After saying this, she hugged Xiao Yi even tighter.

Xiao Yi felt the soft sensation against his face and felt somewhat helpless.

"Alright, Sister Xiaotao, stop teasing. I should head back soon. If I don't return all night, my roommate will worry." Xiao Yi said, his words slightly slurred. Though, Tang Wutong wouldn't worry; she would only throw a tantrum and interrogate him.

Hearing this, Ma Xiaotao released Xiao Yi, adjusted her dress, and giggled.

"Alright, just a joke. Thank you for this time; I'll need your help again in the future." As she spoke, Ma Xiaotao stretched.

"Naturally, that's no problem. Dual cultivation with Sister Xiaotao is beneficial for me as well. I've broken through this time too."

Ma Xiaotao's pretty face flushed, then she quickly grasped the main point, looking at Xiao Yi in disbelief.

"You're level 40?"

Xiao Yi nodded slightly. Ma Xiaotao leaned in close, staring straight at him. His gaze, however, uncontrollably locked onto her, and Ma Xiaotao playfully swatted him before their pink and green eyes finally met.

"You're so talented that I really want to make you my own," Ma Xiaotao said with a hint of wonder.

"Sister Xiaotao is joking. I'm so outstanding, surely I belong to many more girls, right..."

"Tch, glib-tongued. Alright, I'll be taken by my teacher to hunt for my sixth soul ring next. Do you want to come along?"

"That won't be necessary. I have other arrangements, but I do have a problem right now."

"Speak."

"I don't have any Gold Soul Coins."

"Here."

With that, Ma Xiaotao handed him a gold card. He didn't know how much was inside, but Xiao Yi had never seen so much money before. So this was what a wealthy woman was like. Your Sister Tao is truly your Sister Tao—she had so many attributes. If he didn't want to avoid hanging himself from a single tree, Xiao Yi really wouldn't want to work hard anymore.

"I said you're my person now, so I won't let you go without money. If you have any trouble in the future, just use my name, Ma Xiaotao."

"Understood, Sister Xiaotao."

Xiao Yi felt like one of those kept men from his past life: Sister, I'm hungry, feed me.

That kind of life was truly decadent and desirable, damn it...

Before leaving, Ma Xiaotao gave Xiao Yi a pass for the Inner Court, telling him to come find her if he needed anything, before rushing off to find her teacher for the soul hunt.

Xiao Yi rubbed his nose, relieved that he hadn't had a nosebleed. The experience of this night was something he had never encountered in his 32 years of life across two worlds. He wondered how those other transmigrator predecessors managed to stay calm while beauties were in their arms.

Regardless, Xiao Yi couldn't handle it. If she had used a beauty trap on him earlier, he would have surrendered immediately.

He then returned the way he came. He didn't encounter anyone on the road; he guessed most Inner Court students were out on missions. He then rowed a small boat, humming a tune as he returned to the Outer Court.