Anxious and Uneasy Qian Renxue, What the Heck is the Silver Dragon King?

"What?"

"That old geezer Tai Tan actually agreed to form an alliance with you and the Imperial Concubine?"

Bai He was somewhat surprised; one had to know that the Strength Clan, even after breaking away from the Clear Sky Sect, still held faith in them privately.

"Clan Leader Bai He need not doubt us; the compensation we offered is absolutely enough to move Clan Leader Tai Tan."

Bai He looked at Ye Yunxi, who stood before him like a true fox spirit, with a meaningful gaze.

Such an incredibly beautiful woman, possessing the strength of a Soul Saint and such deep cunning—it was no wonder the Crown Prince wanted to take her as his concubine.

Including the demands Ye Yunxi had put forward, it was impossible for him not to accept.

Bai He took a deep breath, stood up, bowed, and said, "We accept the demands of the Imperial Concubine."

"Easy, easy. Since you have agreed, we are now partners in this endeavor."

Seeing that Bai He had agreed, Ye Yunxi did not wish to linger any longer.

However, her eyes caught sight of Bai Chenxiang, who was secretly watching her from the side.

Bai Chenxiang realized that Ye Yunxi had noticed her and immediately scurried away in embarrassment.

"Then, Clan Leader Bai He, someone will come later to handle these matters. We shall not disturb you further."

For now, two of the four great clans had been subdued; all that remained were the other two.

Afterward, Bai He escorted the two to the edge of the forest before turning back to the Speed Clan, as there were still many matters requiring his attention.

Once they had completely left the territory of the Speed Clan, the two leaped back to where their horses were kept.

It was only then that Qian Renxue spoke slowly: "Ye Yunxi, why are you at the level of a Soul Saint?"

"Why didn't I discover this before?"

"Oh, Crown Prince, there are some things that are better left unknown; knowing them might actually be bad for you."

Ye Yunxi vaulted onto her horse and cast a flirtatious glance at Qian Renxue. "The stronger I am, isn't that better for you? Or do you feel that because my strength has increased, you can no longer suppress me?"

"My dear husband~"

The honeyed, tingling voice made Qian Renxue's entire body shudder. With her earlobes turning warm and red, she said, "Do not call me husband at a time like this. Why don't you call me that when we are alone? And put your veil back on; do not take it off so carelessly."

"Your appearance is far too conspicuous. This Crown Prince does not like others looking at you."

"Is the Crown Prince's possessiveness a bit too strong?" Ye Yunxi blinked with a pitiful, innocent look.

"This Crown Prince is just like this. Put on your veil immediately and do not take it off again."

Recalling the process of visiting the Strength Clan and the Speed Clan, many people had been stealing glances at Ye Yunxi, which had made her very uncomfortable.

She also had to admit that she truly cared about how Ye Yunxi felt toward her.

Just then, a system notification chimed in Ye Yunxi's mind.

[Ding! Main quest progress updated: Successfully subdued the Strength Clan and the Speed Clan!]

[Reward issued: Silver Dragon Nirvana Crystal (Contains the pure origin power of the Dragon Race; has a natural restorative effect on the Silver Dragon King and her bloodline, can nourish the dormant origin, repair soul damage, and can trigger the awakening of the Silver Dragon King's consciousness upon close contact)]

[Side quest triggered: Ice Silkworm Sacrifice]

[Quest requirement: Find the million-year soul beast Sky Dream Ice Silkworm and trick him into offering a voluntary sacrifice]

[Quest hint: The Sky Dream Ice Silkworm is currently imprisoned in the Star Dou Great Forest; he is naturally sleepy, simple-minded, and easy to trick. His weaknesses are that he fears trouble and is greedy for comfort]

"Silver Dragon King, Sky Dream Ice Silkworm?"

Venturing into the Star Dou Great Forest alone was certainly dangerous, but if she could trick the Sky Dream Ice Silkworm into sacrificing himself to her...

Her eighth soul ring would be secured, and it would be a million-year soul ring at that.

Just as she was lost in fantasy, Porcupinefish Douluo suddenly appeared between the two.

"Young Master, the palace is urging you to return. The preliminary rounds are about to end."

"You have been away for quite some time, and Emperor Xue Ye seems very dissatisfied with you."

Porcupinefish Douluo recounted everything that had happened recently.

Qian Renxue naturally understood the gist of it; wasn't it just because she had thrown Xue Xing and Xue Beng into prison?

It would be strange if he didn't have an opinion about that.

However, the remaining two clans would simply have to wait to be subdued another time.

She glanced at Ye Yunxi. "We are returning!"

"Returning? That is for you to return. This young lady has matters to attend to and must leave for a while."

Hearing that Ye Yunxi was leaving, Qian Renxue felt an inexplicable sense of displeasure, but she could not stop her; Ye Yunxi was already a Soul Saint, and her speed was so great that she couldn't be intercepted.

"Since you are leaving, put on your veil. Do not let others see you outside."

Qian Renxue spoke in a tone of command.

"Oh my, understood, understood. The Crown Prince's possessiveness is truly immense!"

Ye Yunxi complained, took out her veil, and placed it over her face.

A pale pink veil covered Ye Yunxi's face, obscuring most of her features and revealing only a pair of watery, peach-blossom eyes.

As her gaze shifted, her allure only intensified; coupled with her faintly discernible silhouette, it added a touch of mysterious charm that made Qian Renxue's heart stir once more, her possessiveness growing ever stronger.

But before she could say anything else, Ye Yunxi stirred her soul power, unleashed Lingbo Microsteps, and transformed into a lingering shadow, vanishing from the spot in an instant, leaving behind only a light, airy laugh:

"Crown Prince, wait for me to return with a surprise for you~"

Qian Renxue watched the departing figure and couldn't help but sigh.

This little enchantress always left whenever she pleased, never letting anyone hold her back.

Though she felt a twinge of unease in her heart, she knew that with Ye Yunxi's current strength as a Soul Saint, combined with that elusive speed, ordinary people couldn't possibly harm her. She truly couldn't stop her, nor was there any need to.

"Young Master," Porcupinefish Douluo stepped forward, bowing as he asked, "does the subordinate need to tail her in secret to protect the safety of the Imperial Concubine?"

Qian Renxue shook her head, her eyes complex, her voice tinged with displeasure as she said, "No need."

"She is already a Soul Saint now, and her speed is so fast that even ordinary Soul Douluos might not be able to catch her. If she truly encounters danger, your presence might not be of any use."

Qian Renxue paused, her tone carrying a hint of imperceptible approval: "She has the strength to stand on her own. If she wants to go out, stopping her will only make her unhappy."

Porcupinefish Douluo nodded, saying no more.

His heart was filled with shock; did the Young Master just say she was a Soul Saint?

Since when did the Imperial Concubine become a Soul Saint?

Qian Renxue mounted her horse, but couldn't help glancing one last time in the direction Ye Yunxi had left before turning the horse's head and saying in a deep voice, "Let's go, back to Tiandou City."

Since the Strength Clan and the Speed Clan had already been subdued, there was no rush for the remaining Defense Clan and Breaking Clan.

With the preliminary rounds of the Soul Master Tournament nearing their end, Emperor Xue Ye was waiting for her return to report, and she could not delay any longer.

The sound of hooves faded into the distance, while on the other side, Ye Yunxi was heading toward the Star Dou Great Forest with a carefree attitude.

"Just one move away, and that is to find the Emperor Auspicious Beast."

Finding the Silver Dragon King through the Emperor Auspicious Beast would be far more secure.