Return to Star Luo, a Gift for the Meeting-Six Harmonies Great Spear!

No one knew how long had passed when, with a bang, the tranquil lake suddenly exploded.

Water sprayed high into the air, refracting countless golden glints beneath the lingering rays of the setting sun.

Within the curtain of water, Dai Mobai landed steadily on the grassy shore, holding Li Yue in his arms.

His body did not sway in the slightest when he landed, but the person in his arms was like a pool of spring water stripped of its bones, limply leaning against his chest.

Li Yue's pretty face was flushed crimson as she pressed tightly against Dai Mobai's chest, able to hear the steady, powerful beat of his heart.

Her chest still rose and fell, her breathing disordered and rapid. Several strands of wet black hair clung to her cheeks, making the blush on her face seem all the more alluring.

She wanted to get out of his arms and stand on her own, but her legs were so weak they felt filled with lead. Forget walking—even standing steadily was difficult.

She could only remain curled up in his arms, burying her face even deeper and refusing to look up.

Yet an uncontrollable thought surfaced in her mind—

Maybe it was just an illusion, but His Highness's stamina today seemed much stronger than it had been in the Star Dou Great Forest a few days ago.

The instant that thought appeared, Li Yue felt her cheeks burn even hotter.

Could a Soul Bone also...

She abruptly stopped herself, not daring to think any further.

Her entire face was red enough to seem as though it might drip blood, and even her neck was tinged with a faint pink.

Dai Mobai lowered his head and glanced at her, the corners of his lips lifting slightly, but he did not tease her.

He had originally planned to return to Nuoding City before nightfall to find lodging, but judging by Li Yue's current state, forget traveling—she probably could not even gather her Soul Power.

It seemed they would have to stay in the valley for the night.

The next morning, sunlight poured down through the valley's skylight-like opening. A thin mist hung over the lake, gleaming with a faint golden hue beneath the morning light.

Li Yue and Dai Mobai ate something simple.

Afterward, the two prepared to leave the valley hidden deep within the mountains.

Li Yue stood up first and spread the wings behind her back. Just as she was about to beat them and soar into the air as she had when they came, she suddenly froze.

She saw Dai Mobai rise from the ground as well, but he did not summon his martial soul, nor did those familiar golden wings appear behind him.

He simply clasped his hands behind his back and lightly tapped the ground with his toes. His entire body rose steadily into the air, his robes fluttering gently in the morning breeze as he stood suspended in midair.

Li Yue stared at him blankly, unable to speak for quite some time.

Flying through the air without relying on a martial soul or any external power—

That was something only a Title Douluo could accomplish.

And she knew Dai Mobai inside and out. More than anyone, she knew that although his talent was heaven-defying, he was still a long way from becoming a Title Douluo.

That left only one answer.

Li Yue's gaze lowered to Dai Mobai's right leg.

Sure enough, a faint blue-gold glow seeped from beneath his feet. It was as thin as gauze, easy to overlook unless one looked carefully.

The glow was extremely faint, yet it steadily supported his entire weight.

"Is that Soul Bone's soul skill flight?"

Li Yue spread her wings and followed him, flying alongside him while still staring at his right leg.

Dai Mobai nodded. There was nothing to hide, so he told her everything in one go.

"The first soul skill is flight. The second is a recovery-type skill. It can absorb the life force of Blue Silver Grass to heal my injuries while restoring Soul Power. In theory, as long as there is Blue Silver Grass nearby, I will remain invincible."

He spoke lightly, but Li Yue's heart shook at his words.

"As expected of a Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone. Both soul skills it provides are this powerful."

She sighed sincerely, turning to look at Dai Mobai with genuine delight in her voice.

"Your Highness, this Hundred Thousand Year Soul Bone must be the greatest gain from this journey."

Dai Mobai's next sentence, however, made Li Yue's cheeks flush at once.

"Wasn't my greatest gain from this journey you, Li Yue?"

Dai Mobai grabbed Li Yue's soft hand, threading his fingers through hers and gently clasping them together.

He turned to look at her, a somewhat improper smile on his lips, but his eyes were utterly serious.

The mountain wind howled, stirring their robes.

Meeting Dai Mobai's eyes, filled with a gentle smile, Li Yue suddenly felt as though her heartbeat had skipped half a beat.

Something seemed to lightly strike within her chest. It did not hurt, yet it made her entire heart tremble.

She could feel a rosy blush spreading uncontrollably over her pretty face, traveling from her cheeks all the way to her ears.

But this time, she did not pull her hand back out of embarrassment.

Instead, she gently curled her fingers and held his hand in return.

She said nothing, only interlacing her fingers with his more tightly.

Palm against palm, they shared each other's warmth.

Dai Mobai smiled and said nothing more, simply taking her hand and accelerating forward.

With the support of his flight soul skill, Dai Mobai's speed increased considerably.

When they passed over Nuoding City, neither of them stopped.

He took Li Yue across the border and returned to the Star Luo Empire.

However, after returning to Star Luo territory, Dai Mobai did not fly toward Star Luo Imperial City. Instead, he changed direction and flew straight toward the Gilchrist Kingdom near the border.

The Gilchrist Kingdom was one of the Star Luo Empire's vassal kingdoms. Its territory was not large, but it lay at the frontier and served as one of the important routes connecting Star Luo and Heaven Dou.

Over the years, with the Star Luo Empire's covert support, this once-impoverished little kingdom had gradually begun to show signs of prosperity.

The two flew all the way to Gilchrist City, the capital of the Gilchrist Kingdom. Only then did Dai Mobai withdraw his flight soul skill and land on an official road not far outside the city gates.

Gilchrist City was not large. It could not compare to Star Luo Imperial City's overwhelming grandeur, but it had its own distinct character.

Its walls were built from bluish-gray stone blocks. They were not tall, but they were neat and orderly.

The city gates stood wide open, with merchants and travelers streaming in and out. Several city guards at the entrance stood ramrod straight in bright armor, looking far more spirited than the guards of an ordinary vassal kingdom.

The two entered the city and found the best inn there, renting a superior room.

After closing the door, Dai Mobai walked to the window, pushed it open, and glanced down.

The streets below were crowded and bustling.

He left the window half-closed and turned toward the table.

"Li Yue, how is your handwriting?"

Dai Mobai suddenly asked.

Caught off guard by the question, Li Yue was slightly stunned.

She tilted her head, thought for a moment, and gave a fairly modest answer.

"It's all right. Does Your Highness wish to write a letter?"

"Not a letter. A gift for the meeting."

As Dai Mobai spoke, he took out paper and brushes from his Soul Tool and placed them on the table.

"Come, Li Yue. I'll dictate, and you write."

"Yes, Your Highness."

Li Yue obediently nodded and sat down at the table.

She rolled up her sleeve slightly, revealing a section of her fair wrist, then picked up the brush and dipped it fully in ink.

Then she looked up at Dai Mobai, her gaze focused and calm as she waited for him to speak.

Dai Mobai stood beside her with one hand braced on the table, leaning forward slightly.

His gaze fell upon the blank sheet of paper, as though weighing something. After a moment, the corners of his lips lifted as he slowly spoke.

"First, write the name. The name is—"

He paused. His voice was not loud, but every word was clear.

"Six Harmonies Great Spear."