The Soul Guidance Train traveled smoothly along the tracks with a faint hum. Tang Wulin leaned against the window, his eyes closed in meditation, trying to consolidate his recent cultivation gains on the journey home.
Yet his Sea of Consciousness was anything but peaceful at that moment.
Beneath an azure sky, on a vibrant grassland, a breathtakingly beautiful woman in a long green dress stood smiling at him, gentle light radiating from her entire body. She was none other than the Goddess of Life, the "Aunt Green" Tang Wulin had always held close to his heart.
"Little Wulin, you've done quite well these past few days." The Goddess of Life's voice was as pleasant as a clear spring, carrying a fond, indulgent smile. "I can feel that your vitality has grown much more resilient, and you've shot up in height, too. Hmm... you're much easier on the eyes now."
Tang Wulin's spiritual form appeared before her. At her praise, the boy scratched his head shyly, his cheeks flushing. "Thank you, Aunt Green. It was all thanks to everyone's help..."
"Being modest is good, but you don't have to be so reserved." The Goddess of Life winked, looking every bit like the girl next door who loved teasing her little brother. She looked Tang Wulin up and down, her gaze practically saying, This child is wonderful. I'd better stake my claim quickly.
Before Tang Wulin could offer another polite word or two, the Goddess of Life suddenly straightened her expression. With her hands behind her back, she announced solemnly, "Since you've done so well, Aunt Green has decided to reward you! I've made up my mind. I'll pass my godhood on to you. What do you think? Happy?"
Tang Wulin froze, then hurriedly waved his hands. "Aunt Green, this is too