A Little Bigger?

Qian Renxue took out the Immortal Herb, which glowed blood-red and resembled a rooster's comb.

Faint light flowed through its crimson-gold veins.

Beneath its scorching aura, Ling Yuan could clearly sense the fire elements in the air stirring.

As she looked at the Immortal Herb, even her Martial Soul urged her to swallow it at once.

This was a longing from deep within her bloodline. Without question, this Immortal Herb would be of enormous benefit to Ling Yuan.

"Ling Yuan Jie, don't chew this flower. Just swallow it whole.

After taking it, gather your Soul Power and guide it through your body. The process may be painful, but you must endure it. Do not give up halfway."

Ling Yuan accepted the Phoenix Sunflower and shot Lin Feng a teasing look.

"Have you forgotten that I'm a Soul Douluo just because I'm always so gentle around you?

How could pain like this scare me? Don't underestimate me."

Lin Feng gave an awkward smile.

"I'm just worried about you."

"Hmph, hmph."

After nodding to Qian Renxue, she sat cross-legged on the ground and began absorbing it.

Bored, Chrysanthemum Douluo patted Ghost Douluo on the shoulder.

"Old Ghost, I suddenly realized that what we're doing now is really boring.

With Pufferfish and She Long around, gathering intelligence and guarding the Crown Prince Residence aren't our jobs.

The Young Master has us doing this every day. It's rather frustrating."

Without shifting his gaze, Ghost Douluo replied flatly.

"We'll be returning to Spirit City soon. Just endure a few more days."

Chrysanthemum Douluo glanced toward the Secret Chamber and lowered his voice.

"Say, do you think Ling Yuan and Young Master Xiao Feng have that kind of relationship?

She just gives out Immortal Herbs casually, and we even have to stand guard while they refine them."

Ghost Douluo opened his eyes and looked at Chrysanthemum Douluo speechlessly.

"What do you think? Besides, it has nothing to do with me. You won't be left out of the Immortal Herbs either. Once we return and Xiao Feng speaks with the Great Enshrinement, you'll probably get yours.

What are you jealous of?"

Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes widened.

"What are you talking about? I'm merely making a little deduction, all right? They get along so well, they're practically closer than we are.

And who's jealous? I think you're the one feeling a little disappointed because you haven't received an Immortal Herb yet.

Don't worry. I have a good relationship with Xiao Feng, so I'll put in a word for you."

Ghost Douluo closed his eyes again. "Boring."

"Tch."

The moment the medicinal power of the Immortal Herb entered her body, a red flush uncontrollably spread across Ling Yuan's skin.

Sweat continuously seeped from her body, soaking her clothes.

Her clothing had already been somewhat thin, and now it could no longer fully conceal the scenery beneath.

Her dark hair carried a trace of dampness, while the strands at her temples clung to her cheeks, adding an extra touch of softness to her appearance.

The fullness before her stood proudly, round and jade-like, appearing especially ample at this moment.

Compared to Qian Renxue, who had not yet fully developed, Ling Yuan clearly had more to be proud of.

As her lips parted slightly, she exhaled streams of hot breath. She let out a series of soft, distressed moans that tugged at the heartstrings, sending ripples through Lin Feng's heart.

Qian Renxue frowned.

"Why is this happening? Does absorbing this Immortal Herb always make someone sweat so much?"

Lin Feng coughed lightly, his expression somewhat unnatural.

"Probably."

His eyes never left Ling Yuan.

"Hmm?"

Qian Renxue narrowed her almond eyes and indignantly turned Lin Feng's head so that he faced her.

Her eyes held a questioning look.

"Is it that nice to look at, hmm?"

"It is quite nice to look at."

Seeing how serious Lin Feng sounded, Qian Renxue grew even more annoyed.

Ever since she had made things clear regarding Ling Yuan Jie, Xiao Feng had seemed to become completely uninhibited.

"Don't—look!"

She corrected Lin Feng's gaze again, speaking in a threatening tone.

Her delicate cheeks puffed up, and her red lips pouted.

Heh.

Seeing Qian Renxue's expression, Lin Feng chuckled.

"Fine, fine. I won't look at Ling Yuan Jie. I'll look at you instead."

He teasingly flicked her dainty nose.

Qian Renxue fiercely pinched his waist.

"Hiss—"

Though it did not hurt at all, Lin Feng still put on a pained expression, baring his teeth as he winked at Qian Renxue.

"Pfft."

Qian Renxue shook her head and pulled Lin Feng over to sit on the sofa.

She looked at Ling Yuan, who was still absorbing the Immortal Herb.

"Xiao Feng, do you think Ling Yuan Jie's Martial Soul will evolve after she absorbs the Immortal Herb?"

Lin Feng rubbed his chin and nodded slightly.

"It should. Ling Yuan Jie's Martial Soul is a fire-attributed Kite Spirit, and it already carries a trace of Phoenix bloodline.

The Chicken Crest Phoenix Sunflower contains pure Phoenix Origin and shares the same origin as Ling Yuan Jie. It's the Immortal Herb most suited to her.

If it can't evolve her Martial Soul, that would truly be strange."

Qian Renxue nodded. Then, when she had absorbed that Spirit Bone from the Angel Set, the familiar feeling she had experienced...

Was it also because they shared the same origin?

"Hmm—"

Lin Feng propped up his chin and looked at Qian Renxue with interest.

"W-what are you doing?"

Qian Renxue avoided his gaze, her voice soft.

I'd like to, but my body won't allow it.

"I've realized that you seem to have become even prettier."

Qian Renxue rolled her eyes at Lin Feng.

"You only noticed now? Or are you saying I wasn't pretty before?"

Lin Feng leaned back on the sofa and replied calmly.

"Of course not. From the very first moment I saw you at the Library, I knew your beauty was unparalleled."

"Oh? So you fell for me at first sight back then, right?"

Qian Renxue giggled as she played with Lin Feng's hair bun, curling it into a loop.

"More or less."

Qian Renxue tapped Lin Feng on the head.

"Then why were you so distant back then? I remember it clearly. You barely responded to me, and I had to start the conversation."

Lin Feng took Qian Renxue's soft hand.

"Of course, it was to draw your attention."

"I knew it. You're no blockhead at all. You're full of schemes, hmph."

"It looks like Ling Yuan Jie is almost done absorbing it."

The two turned to look.

Ling Yuan, who had been sitting with her eyes closed while regulating her breathing, had already opened them.

Exhaling a breath of slightly scorching Orchid Breath, Ling Yuan's eyes filled with delight.

Lin Feng and Qian Renxue exchanged a glance and walked toward Ling Yuan.

"How do you feel?"

A phantom of Ling Yuan's Martial Soul emerged behind her.

Her former Blazing Kite Martial Soul had now transformed into something far more substantial.

Its bearing had become more elegant and dignified.

The proportions of its body had also become more harmonious, while its once crimson fire feathers had turned gold-red.

A crown-like arrangement of feathers appeared upon its forehead. Though its beak remained sharp, its shape had become more graceful.

Its eyes had become gem-like, brilliant indigo, filled with lively spirit.

Ling Yuan said joyfully.

"Immortal Herbs truly deserve to be called spiritual treasures crafted by heaven and earth. My Soul Power has actually increased by three levels, and my Martial Soul has transformed into a true Fire Phoenix!"

One had to know that this was an increase of three levels at the Soul Douluo realm. In the original story, even Ma Hongjun had only increased five levels at the Soul Elder realm.

Yet how could the effects of an Immortal Herb be limited to that? Ma Hongjun's Martial Soul had merely mutated from a grass chicken.

Even though it had gained a trace of Phoenix bloodline, it could not possibly compare with Ling Yuan's Blazing Kite.

In terms of fundamental transformation, Ling Yuan's was undoubtedly purer. The help brought by the Chicken Crest Phoenix Sunflower was clearly much greater.

Ling Yuan subconsciously rose to her feet.

"Ah—"

In her panic, she covered the beautiful sight before her, while her cheeks, which had only just lost their flush, reddened once more.

The fair, tender flesh beneath her tight clothing looked ready to burst forth.

Lin Feng nodded as if it were only natural, his gaze not moving away for even a moment as he praised her.

"Ling Yuan has become even prettier."

Perhaps because of the Chicken Crest Phoenix Sunflower's effects, this purely yang Immortal Herb had burned away the impurities within her body, making Ling Yuan's figure even more enchanting.

Ling Yuan subconsciously lowered her gaze, surprise flashing through her eyes.

It seems to have gotten a little bigger?

Qian Renxue bumped Lin Feng's shoulder blade irritably and pulled Ling Yuan away.

"Come on, Ling Yuan Jie. Let's ignore him. Hurry and take a bath."

Ling Yuan gave Lin Feng an apologetic look before Qian Renxue dragged her toward the Bathroom.

Lin Feng smacked his lips. He had still wanted to see what Ling Yuan looked like after Martial Soul Possession.