Tang Hao is Crippled!

At the moment of fusion, Bi Ji's delicate body trembled slightly.

She felt as though her soul had been elevated in that instant.

The turbid aura that originally belonged to a soul beast was completely cleansed away.

Immediately afterward, three emerald-green leaves radiating an ancient aura merged into her body.

Boom!

The Soul Power within Bi Ji's body began to surge wildly.

Six hundred and ten thousand years...

Six hundred and twenty thousand years...

Six hundred and fifty thousand years!

A full fifty thousand years of cultivation fused completely into her body within mere moments.

And that was not all.

Under the effects of the Life Godhead Fragment and the Leaves of the Ancient Tree of Life, her life essence underwent a qualitative transformation.

At this moment, Bi Ji radiated an incomparably pure and sacred aura of life.

She stood quietly in midair, like a true Goddess of Life descending upon the world.

"What terrifying power..."

King of Ten Thousand Monsters watched the scene, his eyes filled with shock.

He could sense that the life force within Bi Ji's body had already completely surpassed his understanding.

If his previous life force had been a lake, then Bi Ji's was now a vast ocean!

Xiong Jun also put away his playful grin, his expression turning solemn.

"Th-this... is this the power of a god?"

"Bi Ji's healing ability now can probably heal even deities, right?"

Di Tian took a deep breath, a flicker of wild joy flashing through his eyes.

"A Life Godhead Fragment!"

"Heavenly Dao truly bestowed a godhead fragment!"

"Bi Ji, how do you feel now?"

Bi Ji slowly opened her beautiful eyes.

Gentle emerald-green light shimmered in them, making her appear even more sacred.

She slowly drifted down and smiled faintly at Di Tian.

"Di Tian, I'm fine."

"This Life Godhead Fragment has already cleansed my mortal body."

"Now, I can vaguely sense the existence of that realm."

"And with this power, I'm confident that I can help everyone withstand the coming heavenly tribulations."

At those words, all the ferocious beasts were overjoyed.

For ferocious beasts like them, heavenly tribulations were the Sword of Damocles hanging above their heads.

Now that Bi Ji's strength had soared, even touching the realm of gods, the entire Star Dou Great Forest had gained another trump card to preserve its life.

However, just as the Star Dou Great Forest was celebrating.

At the border of the Heaven Dou Empire, on a desolate ancient road leading to Slaughter City.

One person was consumed by endless rage and jealousy.

"Damn it!"

"Damn Heavenly Dao!"

Tang San carried Tang Hao on his back—already crippled and unconscious—and trudged forward along the gravel road.

He raised his head to look at the miraculous scene on the Sky Screen, his entire face twisting in fury.

"Why?"

"Why can even a beast obtain a Life Godhead Fragment?"

"That's a godhead fragment!"

Tang San roared madly in his heart.

His eyes were bloodshot, and veins bulged across his forehead.

He thought of himself.

He was a genius with Twin Martial Souls, the successor of the Sea God!

But now, not only had he been easily defeated by Tang Xiao and reduced to a homeless cur—

Even the Heavenly Dao Gold List had completely forgotten him.

Watching Bi Ji receive fifty thousand years of cultivation and a godhead fragment, Tang San was so jealous he nearly coughed up blood.

If those rewards had been his, not only could he have instantly healed Tang Hao, but he could have directly broken through and become a god himself!

Then, Tang Xiao, the Blue Silver Empire—he would destroy them all!

"Just wait..."

"Once I reach Slaughter City and begin the Asura God's trial."

"Once I obtain the Asura God's power, I'll make every last one of you pay the price!"

Tang San growled through gritted teeth, his steps growing ever more hurried.

Tang Hao on his back let out a weak, muffled groan, as though Tang San's violent movements had tugged at his wounds.

But Tang San had no mind to care about that now. His heart had long since been completely consumed by the flames of vengeance.

Inside the estate.

Qian Renxue watched the emerald radiance in the sky gradually fade and spoke with a hint of longing:

"A Life Godhead Fragment... Heavenly Dao's rewards really are enviable."

"If I had encountered such an opportunity back then, perhaps..."

She shook her head and did not continue.

Tang Xiao looked at her and smiled faintly.

"Silly girl, what's there to envy?"

"Though that Life Godhead Fragment is precious, it is only a fragment."

"Trying to truly become a god with a single fragment is still harder than reaching the heavens."

"Besides, with my divine power nourishing you now, your future achievements will definitely surpass Bi Ji's."

Hearing Tang Xiao's words, sweetness filled Qian Renxue's heart.

She rested her head against Tang Xiao's shoulder and said softly:

"Husband, I actually don't care what realm I can reach."

"As long as I can stay by your side forever, I'll be satisfied."

Tang Xiao held her tightly, his eyes full of tenderness.

"Don't worry. With me here, no one in this world can hurt you."

The two sat side by side on the grass, enjoying this rare moment of tranquility.

The glow in the sky completely faded, and the surrounding void returned to calm.

A gentle breeze swept over the estate's lawn, carrying the fresh fragrance of earth and flowers.

Qian Renxue shifted into a more comfortable position, resting her head on the man's thigh. Her golden hair spilled down like a waterfall, covering the lush green blades of grass.

"Husband, when do you think the Heavenly Dao Gold List will appear again?"

Soft sunlight fell over her delicate profile. Her long eyelashes trembled slightly, lending her a lazy air.

Tang Xiao extended his slender fingers and gently wound a lock of golden hair around them, idly playing with it.

"Who cares when it appears? It has nothing to do with our peaceful days right now."

"What? Does Xue'er find being with me a little boring?"

At those words, the beauty lying on his lap immediately opened her eyes, her beautiful gaze brimming with reproach.

"Nonsense."

"I wish I could lie like this every day, without thinking about anything or doing anything."

"It's just that this Gold List appeared rather strangely. It feels as though it is deliberately exposing every secret in this world."

As she spoke, she extended a fair finger and gently traced circles in the man's palm.

The tingling sensation spreading from his palm made the smile in Tang Xiao's eyes deepen.

With a curl of his fingers, he firmly clasped the mischievous little hand in his own.

"The grand currents of the world—after long division comes reunion."

"Heavenly Dao is merely adding fuel to the flames."

"As for those secrets, let them be exposed. They have no impact on me."

Tang Xiao's voice was unhurried, carrying a calmness born of having everything under control.

He was no longer the abandoned infant of years past, but a supreme being standing at the pinnacle of this world.

Feeling the warmth of his broad palm, Qian Renxue's heart was filled with peace.

This man was her strongest support.

"That's true. With my husband here, neither the Heavenly Dao nor any gods are worth fearing."

The corners of her lips lifted slightly, and an extraordinarily captivating smile blossomed across her flawless face.

Sunlight fell upon her face, as though coating it in a faint golden glow.

Tang Xiao lowered his head and looked at the perfect, unblemished face resting on his lap, his fingertips gently tracing down the contour of her cheek.

"Xue'er is especially beautiful today."

The sudden sweet words made Qian Renxue blush. Somewhat embarrassed, she turned her head aside.

"My husband only knows how to tease me. Was I not beautiful on ordinary days?"

"Of course you were beautiful then too. It's just that you're especially alluring today."

Tang Xiao chuckled softly, lowered his head, and gently pressed a kiss to her forehead.

At the warm touch, Qian Renxue's body trembled slightly, and she shyly closed her eyes.

The breeze swept up several fallen leaves, sending them spiraling down through the air.

Several stalks of Blue Silver Grass glowing with faint golden light quietly grew from the lawn.

Under Tang Xiao's control, they obediently bent down, their soft leaves lightly brushing over Qian Renxue's ankles.

The ticklish sensation made Qian Renxue curl her feet back, and she broke into a sweet, tinkling laugh.

"Husband, make them stop. It tickles so much."

Laughing, she reached out to catch the Blue Silver Grass.

Yet, as though they possessed intelligence, the Blue Silver Grass nimbly slipped between her fingers before gently winding around her wrist, weaving themselves into an exquisite grass bracelet.

Several small blue flowers adorned the bracelet, giving off a faint, delicate fragrance.

"It's so pretty."

Qian Renxue raised her hand and looked at the grass bracelet around her wrist, her eyes full of delight.

"Since my husband gave it to me, naturally it's the prettiest."

Tang Xiao helped her up from his lap and let her lean against his chest.

"I'm glad you like it. I'll weave one for you every day from now on."

"Then it's a promise. You're not allowed to go back on your word."

Qian Renxue turned around, wrapped both arms around his neck, and looked at him with sparkling eyes.

"When have I ever lied to you?"

Tang Xiao reached out and pinched her nose, his eyes full of affection.

The two simply embraced quietly like this, enjoying this rare moment of tenderness.

Not far away, a maid from the estate approached softly, carrying a plate of fresh spirit fruits.

Upon seeing the scene, the maid blushed. She gently set the fruit plate on a white jade table nearby, then sensibly bowed and withdrew.

Several crystal-clear red crystal fruits lay upon the plate, exuding an enticing sweet fragrance.

Qian Renxue freed one hand and moved her fingertips slightly. A red crystal fruit steadily landed in her palm.

"Husband, open your mouth."

She held the fruit to Tang Xiao's lips, her beautiful eyes curving with a touch of mischief.

Tang Xiao obediently opened his mouth and bit off half the fruit.

Sweet juice burst across his mouth, carrying a faint coolness that refreshed his senses.

"Very sweet."

"Xue'er should have some too."

He looked at her, dipped his fingertip in a little red juice, and gently smeared it over her rosy lips.

Qian Renxue shyly shot him a glance, but still extended her soft pink tongue and licked away the drop of juice.

The gesture was immensely seductive, and Tang Xiao's gaze darkened slightly.

"Is Xue'er trying to seduce me?"

His voice deepened, and the arm around her slender waist tightened slightly.

Qian Renxue sensed the change in his body, and her pretty face reddened as though it might drip blood.

"How could I be? Clearly, it's my husband whose thoughts are improper."

A little flustered, she tried to break free from his embrace.

But how could Tang Xiao let her go? With a slight tightening of his arm, he firmly locked her entire body in his embrace.

"My improper thoughts are because of Xue'er too."

He lowered his head close to her ear, his warm breath brushing against her sensitive earlobe.

Qian Renxue's body went soft, and she completely melted into his arms, no longer having the strength to struggle.

"Darling... stop fooling around. Someone might see us."

Her voice was as faint as a mosquito's buzz, carrying a hint of pleading.

"In this estate, who would dare come over without knowing better?"

Tang Xiao chuckled. His warm lips traced along the rim of her ear, slowly sliding down to her fair, slender neck.

Qian Renxue tilted her head back helplessly, clutching his lapels tightly as two muffled hums escaped her throat.

Sunlight filtered through gaps in the leaves, casting dappled patches of light and shadow over them.

Even the breeze seemed to carry a cloyingly sweet fragrance.

Only after quite a while did Tang Xiao let her go. Looking at her slightly swollen lips, a satisfied smile flashed through his eyes.

Qian Renxue gave him an embarrassed, annoyed slap.

"Darling, you're getting worse and worse."

"I'm only bad to Xue'er."

Tang Xiao took her hand and kissed it against his lips.

Qian Renxue huffed and turned away, ignoring him, but the corners of her mouth could not stop curving upward.

She looked at the Blue Silver Grass bracelet around her wrist, suddenly recalling something. She turned back to look at him.

"Darling, when you were on the Sun Moon Continent, were you like this with other people too?"

Tang Xiao paused slightly at her words, then looked at her with amused eyes.

"Is Xue'er jealous?"

"Of course not. I was just asking."

Qian Renxue awkwardly twisted her fingers together, her gaze drifting uncertainly.

Tang Xiao pulled her a little closer, his tone turning exceedingly serious.

"Before I met Xue'er, my world contained only cultivation and the empire."

"To me, those women were no different from weeds by the roadside."

"Only Xue'er is special."

At that answer, the tiny trace of sourness in Qian Renxue's heart instantly vanished, replaced by endless sweetness.

She rested her head against his chest, listening to his steady, powerful heartbeat, and felt incomparably content.

"Darling, when I was disguised as Xue Qinghe in the Heaven Dou Empire, I always felt so tired."

"Every day, I had to live behind a mask and guard against everyone."

"Back then, I used to think how wonderful it would be if one day I could cast off all my disguises and be an ordinary person."

"Now, I've finally fulfilled that wish."

Her voice was somewhat low, clearly having recalled those unpleasant memories from the past.

Tang Xiao stroked her long hair tenderly.

"With me here from now on, you won't need to pretend to be anyone anymore."

"You only need to be yourself—my Xue'er."

"Mm."

Qian Renxue answered softly, tightening her hold on his arm.

The gentle breeze brought waves of floral fragrance, as though offering its sincerest blessings to the lovers.

The two remained embracing on the grass for a long time.

Until the sun at the horizon began to sink westward and a brilliant evening glow appeared in the sky.

Golden-red light spilled over them, stretching their shadows long behind them.

"Darling, let's take a walk over there."

Qian Renxue rose to her feet and pointed toward a sea of flowers deep within the estate, speaking with a smile.

"Alright."

Tang Xiao stood as well, naturally taking her hand in his.