Bibi Dong Gets Jealous of Qian Renxue!
Qian Renxue felt the unprecedented power within her body, and the newly added crimson-gold divine might that could incinerate everything within the Angel Flame. Her heart was filled with immense joy and shock!
Her purple eyes shone brightly as she suddenly looked at Lin Xia, her voice trembling with extreme excitement.
"Brother! I feel... my Angel Spirit essence... has been completely sublimated! This flame... this power..."
Lin Xia looked at Qian Renxue, who resembled a sun goddess amidst the Crimson-Gold Divine Flame, and a genuine smile of pride appeared on his face. He proclaimed loudly:
"Sister Xue'er, congratulations! The crimson gold divinity of the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower has been perfectly integrated into your angelic essence!"
"From now on, your Holy Angel Flame will possess a portion of the divine power of the 'Sun True Fire'! Its supreme yang energy will vanquish evil and incinerate all wickedness! This is not merely an enhancement of your Soul Power, but a leap forward in the essence of your Martial Soul! It will be of extraordinary significance to your future path!"
Bibi Dong stood aside, watching the astonishing transformation that had taken place in her daughter, feeling the Crimson-Gold Divine Flame that even she could faintly feel a tremor in her heart, her heart filled with shock and indescribable pride.
Amazed by the miraculous effects of the Immortal Herb, and proud of the excellence of his two "children"—one with a discerning eye for treasure, and the other with unparalleled talent.
The way she looked at Lin Xia was so tender it was almost dripping with affection; the satisfaction of finding a "treasure" she had lost had reached its peak.
Qian Renxue withdrew her Martial Soul, and the terrifying high temperature around her slowly dissipated, but the crimson-gold brilliance dancing in her eyes became even more dazzling.
She strode up to Lin Xia, ignoring Bibi Dong's meaningful gaze beside her, and hugged Lin Xia tightly again, her voice choked with joy.
"Little brother... thank you! This Present... I will always remember it!"
Looking at her sister, who Refresh and whose very essence of power had been elevated, Lin Xia felt pure joy and pride.
However, this pure joy was reflected in the complex emotions surging in another pair of deep purple eyes.
Bibi Dong stood a few steps away, quietly watching the siblings embracing in front of her.
Qian Renxue excitedly hugged Lin Xia tightly. Lin Xia buried her face in her sister's soft neck. The scene was as warm as the most perfect painting—a daughter who had been reunited after a breakup and a disciple she cherished. Their relationship Lin Xia warmed up because of her.
This should have been the scene she had always dreamed of, the deepest solace in her heart.
But why... does a subtle yet undeniable ache rise in my heart?
The sour feeling came abruptly and sharply, like a tiny ice needle piercing through the satisfaction of seeing his daughter strong and his disciple sensible.
Watching Lin Xia nestle so naturally in Qian Renxue's arms, feeling Qian Renxue's undisguised love and gratitude that seemed to want to meld Lin Xia into her very bones, Bibi Dong suddenly felt that the place holding Lin Xia should have been... hers.
' Xue'er is clearly my daughter, Xiao Xia is my disciple... I should be happy that they're close...'
Bibi Dong sternly rebuked herself for this absurd thought.
What am I thinking?
However, the dam of reason appears so fragile in the face of surging and unfamiliar emotions.
Her growing possessiveness towards Lin Xia, which had long since transcended the boundaries of master and disciple, grew wildly like vines. Especially after witnessing Lin Xia's painstaking efforts and gift of a priceless treasure to Qian Renxue, the resentment of being "shared" made it difficult for her heart to remain calm.
It's almost an instinctive reaction, where the body reacts faster than the mind!
While Qian Renxue was still immersed in the immense joy of her increased power and her deep love for her younger brother, tightly embracing Lin Xia, Bibi Dong's figure appeared beside them as if by teleportation.
She didn't speak, but the invisible yet heavy aura belonging to Titled Douluo instantly snapped Qian Renxue out of her excitement, and she subconsciously loosened her grip slightly.
The next second, Bibi Dong's cool yet irresistible arms forcefully intervened between the two.
She gently placed one hand on Qian Renxue's arm, which was embracing Lin Xia, and with a mother's unique strength that seemed caring but was actually unquestionable, she gently but firmly separated them.
With her other hand, she casually put her arm around Lin Xia's slightly thin shoulder, "taking" him from Qian Renxue's embrace and bringing him back into her own domain.
His movements were fluid and graceful, exuding the elegance of Pope, yet also conveying an unquestionable declaration of "ownership."
Qian Renxue felt a sudden emptiness in her arms, the warm touch replaced by the cool, delicate fragrance of her mother.
She paused slightly, her purple eyes looking at Bibi Dong with a hint of confusion and a lingering flush of excitement.
"Mother?"
Qian Renxue called out softly.
Bibi Dong did not respond to her daughter immediately; her gaze first fell on Lin Xia, whom she was half-embracing in her arms.
Lin Xia seemed a little confused as well, tilting her head up with a questioning look in her clear eyes. Bibi Dong's heart skipped a beat for no reason, and she could feel the warmth of his body beneath his thin clothes with her fingertips. The strange sour feeling seemed to be soothed a little by this real touch.
She then raised her eyes and looked at Qian Renxue. Her beautiful face had regained its usual composure, but deep in her smile was a hint of deliberate attempt to conceal her emotions, something she herself was Frisk of.
Her cool voice rang out, as if the subtle "snatching" action from just moments ago had never happened.
"Xue'er, I am very pleased to see your strength improve so much."
Bibi Dong's tone carried the concern of an elder.
"Now that your Soul Power has reached level 70, it's time to acquire Soul Ring."
Bibi Dong's gaze swept over Lin Xia, and she continued:
"Furthermore, Xiao Xia's Soul Power has also broken through level 30, and he needs to acquire his third Soul Ring."
Bibi Dong paused, her purple eyes darting between the siblings, before dropping her real suggestion. Her voice carried a barely Frisk urgency, a desire to "tie" both of them into her plan.
"Deep within the Star Dou Forest, there are numerous kinds of Soul Beast, including many top-tier ones. Why don't you two, brother and sister, find some time to go with your master? I will personally protect you and ensure your safety."
The proposal was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake.
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue's purple eyes instantly lit up! Not because of the suggestion itself, but because of the image her mother painted with words like "together," "siblings," and "master protecting the Dharma"—a warm scene of "home" that she had Covet deep in her heart.
Her mother, her brother, and she went through adventures together, supporting each other.
This was far more exciting for her than the power boost brought by the Immortal Herb.
Without much thought, the Covet for the warmth of family instantly overwhelmed all other concerns.
Qian Renxue nodded vigorously, her voice filled with genuine joy:
"Great! Mother! It would be wonderful if I could go hunting for Soul Ring with you and my brother!"