Bibi Dong Schemes, Heading to the Strength Clan

Yue Guan added:

"What's even stranger is that, despite being the Imperial Concubine of Tiandou Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, she acts with such eccentricity and disregard for decorum. Not only did she openly clash with Xue Qinghe in public, but she also dared to incite the audience to place bets during the Soul Master Tournament. She even had close contact with Na'na, and her words were clearly probing."

"Oh?"

Bibi Dong tapped her fingertips against the armrest of her throne, her voice cold yet tinged with curiosity.

"A mere Tiandou Imperial Concubine has such capability? Even you, Hu Liena, couldn't resist her charm?"

She leaned forward slightly, a hint of confusion flashing in her purple eyes:

"What is her Soul Power Level? What is her Martial Soul?"

"This disciple could not determine her exact Soul Power Level, but I vaguely sensed she is at least a Soul Emperor."

Hu Liena shook her head:

"As for her Martial Soul, I did not see her manifest it, but judging by the aura she exudes, it is highly likely a fox-type Martial Soul of the same origin as mine, perhaps even of a higher grade."

Yue Guan chimed in: "She must have experts protecting her. It shows that Xue Qinghe values her immensely. More importantly, she seems to know the situation in Tiandou like the back of her hand. She even dared to smear Xue Qinghe's reputation in public, yet he remains unable to do anything about her."

Bibi Dong fell silent for a moment, a cold curve touching the corner of her lips:

"Interesting. For Xue Qinghe to be so indulgent toward a woman despite being the Crown Prince. This Ye Yunxi is either truly naive and innocent, or she is a character who hides her true depths."

She paused and issued an order: "Yue Guan, you will go to Tiandou City yourself. Investigate the origins, Martial Soul, and true strength of this Ye Yunxi. If she is just an ordinary fox-type soul master, ignore her. But if she has other forces behind her, or if she poses a threat to our Martial Soul Hall..."

At this point, Bibi Dong's gaze turned sharp:

"Eliminate her."

"Yes, Your Holiness!"

Yue Guan bowed to accept the order, his figure vanishing instantly from the hall.

Hu Liena watched Yue Guan's departing back, but for some reason, she thought of Ye Yunxi's watery peach-blossom eyes and the way she had breathed like an orchid when leaning in close. Her cheeks felt strangely hot.

She shook her head to suppress these inexplicable emotions and bowed:

"Teacher, this disciple also wishes to go to Tiandou City to assist Elder Yue Guan."

Bibi Dong glanced at her and said indifferently:

"No need. You stay in Martial Soul City, cultivate diligently, and prepare for the upcoming Soul Master Tournament finals. Yue Guan is more than enough to investigate that Ye Yunxi."

"Yes."

Hu Liena dared not say more and could only respectfully retreat to the side.

Three days later.

Crown Prince's Mansion.

Qian Renxue spent three days finally soothing Ye Yunxi's mood.

She was truly terrified this time; once the little vixen was in a bad mood, it was a real chore to appease her.

"Yunxi, call me husband, how about it?"

Qian Renxue looked at Ye Yunxi, who was sitting under a tree eating food.

"Didn't I call you that yesterday? You want me to say it again? Are you trying to take advantage of me?" Ye Yunxi retorted.

"This Crown Prince taking advantage of you? You are my wife, and I am your husband. Calling me that won't cost you a piece of flesh."

Qian Renxue was truly frustrated with nowhere to vent. If only Ye Yunxi would call out to him, his heart would feel much more at ease.

Perhaps this was also a form of desire for conquest.

"I'll call you when it's time to call you. Right now, you should be thinking about how to reach a cooperation with the Strength Clan. Have you thought about how to deal with the Strength Clan patriarch, Tai Tan?"

"Do you need This Seat to go with you? I don't think you can handle it on your own, can you?"

Ye Yunxi gave a light, provocative smile, stood up, and brushed the fallen leaves off her body.

Qian Renxue certainly couldn't handle it alone, as Shrek Academy had not yet officially entered Blue Tyrant Academy.

Therefore, Tai Tan of the Strength Clan had not yet officially met Tang San. Striking now was a good opportunity.

Qian Renxue was left speechless by Ye Yunxi's retort. Watching her smug, eyebrow-arching expression, she could only sigh helplessly:

"Fine, I'll take you with me. But once we reach the Strength Clan, you are not allowed to cause trouble. You must follow my arrangements."

"Don't worry~"

Ye Yunxi patted her chest and gave Qian Renxue a flirtatious wink.

"With me on the scene, I guarantee that old man Tai Tan will look at you with newfound respect."

As soon as she finished speaking, a mechanical and overbearing system prompt suddenly rang in her mind.

[Ding! Main quest triggered: Submission of the Strength Clan]

[Quest Requirements: Assist Qian Renxue in successfully reaching a cooperation agreement with the Strength Clan and make Tai Tan acknowledge the sincerity of the Tiandou Imperial Family.]

[Quest Rewards: One ten-thousand-year Soul Ring, unlock the advanced form of the Fox Flame Flowing Light Dress (Charm effect +30%, comes with a Earth Fire affinity buff, suitable for forging scenarios).]

[System Prompt: To ensure mission success, the system will forcibly equip the host with the advanced form of the Fox Flame Flowing Light Dress. No manual operation required~]

"What the hell! System, what are you doing?!"

Ye Yunxi bristled on the spot, cursing wildly in her mind:

"I just changed into comfortable clothes! Forcing a wardrobe change is incredibly disrespectful, you know!"

Just as she tried to resist, her body was seized by an invisible force. Her casual clothes vanished instantly, replaced by the upgraded Fox Flame Flowing Light Dress.

The hem was even more magnificent than before; fiery red gauze interwoven with silver threads swayed like a burning fox tail, while the lower edge was adorned with delicate flame patterns that seemed to shimmer with flowing sparks as she moved.

The collar and cuffs were embroidered with exquisite nine-tailed fox totems, emitting a faint, soft glow.

What was even more outrageous was that the dress featured a built-in corset effect, outlining her exquisite figure even more provocatively, while the phantom of a nine-tailed fox flickered behind her, blending allure with a touch of ethereal grace.

"Why did you suddenly change your clothes?"

Qian Renxue noticed the change and turned to look, freezing instantly.

The Ye Yunxi before him, dressed in the radiant red gown, looked ethereal. Her skin appeared even fairer against the backdrop of the dress, and those peach-blossom eyes seemed to hold starlight, making her look both charming and dazzling, stirring an inexplicable heat in his chest.

Ye Yunxi's cheeks puffed out in anger as she reached down to tug at the hem, muttering:

"I don't know!"

The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. This system was nothing but a bandit, yet she couldn't refuse the reward of a ten-thousand-year spirit ring. As a level 70 Spirit Saint, she desperately needed one to boost the power of her spirit skills.

"Bandit!!!"

[System Prompt: Host, please depart as soon as possible. The Strength Clan base is three hundred miles from Tiandou City. It is recommended to set off today to seize the initiative~]

"I know, I know!"

Ye Yunxi roared in her mind, though her face could only show a look of utter resignation: "Let's go, let's go. The sooner we deal with Tai Tan, the sooner I get my reward. I don't want to spend time in a forge full of iron filings while wearing this dress!"

Watching her pout in helpless frustration, a hint of a smile flashed in Qian Renxue's eyes. He reached out and handed her a cloak: "Put this on; it's windy on the road."

Ye Yunxi raised an eyebrow and took it without hesitation, wrapping herself in the cloak's warmth, which perfectly offset the thinness of the dress.

"At least you have a conscience."

Ye Yunxi huffed and strode out first, her very footsteps carrying a hint of playfulness:

"Hurry up and keep up!"

Thanks to Super Goblin King for the tip.