Time flies, and another year has passed.
The situation on Douluo Star has undergone earth-shattering changes in just one year.
Originally, thanks to the intimidation of the " Buddha's Fury Tang Lotus," Huo Yuhao and the Tang Sect were able to barely maintain a delicate balance, making the Federation and the Church hesitant to act against them.
However, fortresses are often breached from within.
A traitor has emerged within the Tang Sect. A high-ranking elder named " An Ya " ultimately chose to betray the clan out of fear of retribution from the Federation and despair over the Tang Sect's seemingly bottomless resource drain.
He sold the top-secret information that the Tang Sect had run out of ammunition and supplies and was unable to produce a second Buddha's Fury Tang Lotus to the Federation Intelligence Bureau at a high price.
This news instantly ignited the long-suppressed greed and murderous intent within the federal leadership.
To verify the authenticity of the intelligence, the Federation did not launch a large-scale attack immediately. Instead, it dispatched an extremely rare Space-type Limit Douluo, leading a fully armed elite Soul Guidance Mecha regiment, to conduct a probing "decapitation operation" against a branch of the Tang Sect.
That battle was extremely brutal.
Despite their desperate resistance, the Tang Sect was powerless to turn the tide without top-tier strategic deterrence and facing a surprise attack from a space-elemental expert. Their branch was annihilated, suffering heavy casualties, and Huo Yuhao and the others were forced to abandon most of their strongholds and flee into the deep mountains in disarray.
The outcome of this battle confirmed the authenticity of the intelligence to the Federation.
That terrifying paper tiger has finally been exposed.
Immediately afterwards, those Demigod Level old monsters who had been in seclusion deep within the Federation for hundreds or even thousands of years emerged from their seclusion.
Dressed in ornate retro robes and wielding scepters symbolizing power, they stood on the high platform of the Federation Parliament, hypocritically claiming that they had received the latest instructions from "Heaven" to act on its behalf and completely eradicate the Tang Sect, this "heretic that manufactures weapons of slaughter."
However, this is nothing but a self-deceiving trick.
For thousands of years, since the Angel Temple and the Sea God Island were closed and miracles ceased to occur, these old men who stood at the pinnacle of mortals had long lost their reverence for the so-called "gods."
In their view, the Douluo Federation now possesses the " Heavenly Execution," a weapon powerful enough to kill gods. Gods? If they don't descend, fine; but if they do dare to descend, they're just slightly more powerful beings.
If you really push me too far, I'll even kill a god!
Chapter 520 What's wrong with me?
On the edge of a cliff on a scenic island.
Xuan Ming gently embraced Qian Renxue, watching as the Angel God King, who had been his "little wife" in the mortal realm for a year, transformed into golden light and reluctantly returned to the Divine Realm.
"Who's next...?"
Xuan Ming rubbed his temples. Although the year of "divine couple" life was pleasant, it was indeed physically demanding. In the last few days, Qian Renxue seemed to be trying to squeeze every last drop out of him, almost draining him dry.
Just then, two streaks of light descended from the sky.
One streak of icy blue, the other of deep purple.
As the light faded, two graceful figures were revealed.
The one on the left, dressed in a gorgeous ice-blue gown, exudes a cold and noble aura; she is none other than the Ice Dragon King. The one on the right, wearing a tight-fitting purple-black leather outfit, with a figure so voluptuous it's breathtaking, is the Hell Demon Dragon King — Zi JI.
However, the fierceness and restraint in Zi JI's eyes were long gone, replaced by an indescribable... frivolity.
As soon as she landed, she gave Xuan Ming a flirtatious wink, her posture completely swayed by the "old hand" Ice Dragon King.
"Oh, isn't this our God King?"
The Ice Dragon King walked forward with elegant cat-like steps, looking Xuan Ming up and down. "Judging from your rosy complexion, it seems Qian Renxue has served you quite well."
Xuan Ming sighed helplessly, "Why did you all come down? Whose turn is it this time?"
He glanced at Zi JI, then at the Ice Dragon King, somewhat puzzled. " Zi JI is one thing, but Sister Bing, what are you doing here? Isn't the Divine Realm busy?"
"Busy, of course I'm busy."
The Ice Dragon King said matter-of-factly, "But no matter how busy we are, we can't neglect important matters."
"Important business?" Xuan Ming was taken aback. "What important business?"
The Ice Dragon King laughed, a laugh brimming with allure. She stepped forward, almost pressing herself against Xuan Ming, her breath sweet as orchids.
"Of course, I'm here to... serve you in bed."
"???" Xuan Ming looked completely bewildered.
" Sister Bing, you've watched me grow up. In my heart, you're like an older sister to me, an elder. This kind of thing... you shouldn't get involved with those little girls, right?"
However, upon hearing this, the Ice Dragon King's expression instantly turned very serious.
"Making a scene?"
She sneered, pointing to her face, which, reshaped by the Dragon God's Power, looked even more youthful than a young girl's. " Xuan Ming, open your eyes and look. Where am I old now?"
"Besides..."
The Ice Dragon King stepped forward, forcing Xuan Ming to retreat with nowhere left to go, and pinned him against a boulder at the edge of the cliff.
"You're talking to me about elders? About ethics?"
"Then let me ask you, who is Qian Renxue?"
"They both took turns, so why can't I?"
The Ice Dragon King's icy blue vertical pupils burned with an undisguised flame of desire. "Don't you know that I've been lusting after your body for... a long time?"
"I didn't get involved before because I saw how complicated your relationships were and how overwhelmed you were."
"But now, even Qian Renxue, the girl you watched grow up, can sleep with you, so why can't I?"
The Ice Dragon King extended a finger, lifted Xuan Ming's chin, and spoke in a domineering and direct tone.
" Xuan Ming, don't think I'm joking."
"When you were just a child, I was inside you. I watched you grow step by step, watched you fight desperately to protect those you cared about, and watched you transform from a weak mortal into the Supreme God you are today."
That kind of worship, that kind of dependence, is etched into my very bones.
"You already had a lot of pressure, a lot of things to do, and a tangled mess of relationships. I don't want to add to your stress."
But now...
The Ice Dragon King's fingers gently traced Xuan Ming's Adam's apple, his voice becoming hoarse, " The Divine Realm is so open now, everyone's taking turns coming down to keep you company. If I still put on this so-called elder sister's airs, then I'd be the biggest fool in the world."
I don't care what you think.
"Anyway, I have no intention of going back with a clean slate this time."
Xuan Ming looked at the Ice Dragon King, who was so close to him. His Shadow was reflected in the pair of ice-blue vertical pupils, which held a kind of persistence and clarity that Xuanming had never seen before.
He sighed, his body relaxed slightly, and he stopped trying to resist with his Divine Power, but his brows remained furrowed.
" Sister Bing, since you know what kind of person I am, you should understand that there are some hurdles that are really hard for me to overcome."
"We know each other too well. So well that I know you better than I know myself. In my subconscious, you're like an older sister who's always protected me, a guide who watched me grow up. This relationship... is too pure, so pure that I feel that if it were mixed with... desire, it would be a desecration."
"Blasphemy?"
The Ice Dragon King seemed to have heard the biggest joke in the world. She released her hands that were supporting Xuan Ming on her sides, took a half step back, crossed her arms, and looked at him with a look of utter disappointment.
" Xuan Ming, you really are a clueless idiot sometimes."
"You think I don't know what you're thinking? You think it's blasphemy? No, you're just afraid."
"You're afraid that once that unspoken understanding is broken, you'll no longer be able to enjoy my care as comfortably as before, and you'll have to bring me into your heavy circle of responsibility."
The Ice Dragon King stepped forward, his gaze intense.
"You seem aloof and uninvolved, but deep down you're a traditional, rigid man with an abnormally strong sense of responsibility."
"Once you've established that relationship with someone, you'll consider them a part of your Life. You'll fight tooth and nail for them, compromise for them, and shoulder all the burdens for them."
"Look at Bibi Dong."
The Ice Dragon King pointed in the direction of the Divine Realm, "Why has she worked so hard for the past twenty years? Why has she managed the Divine Realm so well, even overseeing so many mortal planes? Is it for power? No, it's so you'll have less to worry about!"
"She knows your temper. If you wake up and see the Divine Realm in chaos, and the mortal realm in utter devastation, even if you grumble and complain, you'll eventually get involved to clean up the mess yourself, exhausting yourself in the process."
"That's why she took on the responsibility. She made herself the busiest person so that you could be a hands-off manager and enjoy life like you are now."
Xuan Ming fell silent.
He had to admit that the Ice Dragon King was right.
Bibi Dong understands him, Gu Yuena understands him, and the Ice Dragon King before them understands him even better.
" Gu Yuena is the same."
The Ice Dragon King continued, "Why was she in such a hurry to create a new Dragon Clan? Why did she go to such lengths to build things up on various planets? It's because she knew that if she didn't do it, you would feel guilty towards her, and you would take on the responsibility of reviving the Dragon Clan yourself."
"They are all doing their own thing, pushing you out of that quagmire called responsibility."
Chapter 521 Only Two People
The Ice Dragon King's gaze softened, yet became even more resolute.
"And I..."
She gently took Xuan Ming's hand and placed it on her heart. "I don't want to just be a sister who watched you grow up. I don't want to forever stand outside the safety line of family, watching you risk your life for another woman, watching you give all your tenderness to someone else."
"I know that as long as I don't take that step, you will always treat me as an elder, as an older sister. You will respect me, you will protect me, but you will never... like you did with Bibi Dong, put me in that most central position too."
"Only that relationship..."
The Ice Dragon King's cheeks flushed slightly, but his gaze remained fixed on Xuan Ming. "Only the most intimate, primal union can completely break down the defenses in your heart."
"Once we're together, you'll never be able to see me as just a sister again. You'll take responsibility for me, you'll treat me as your woman, you'll... truly accept me into your life for the rest of your days."
"This is exactly what I want."
"I want you, even billions of years from now, when you mention the Ice Dragon King, to think not just of the dragon soul that keeps nagging inside you, but of... your lover."
Looking at the beautiful, powerful woman before Xuan Ming, who seemed exceptionally vulnerable and resolute at this moment, Xuanming's defenses finally began to crumble.
yes.
She stayed with him for so long.
From its weakest moment to its current Supreme God.
If there is anyone in this world who understands him better than he understands himself, it must be her.
"You..."
Xuan Ming opened his mouth, "Have you thought this through? This is a... one-way street. Once we cross it, we can never go back to how we used to get along."
"Nonsense!"
The Ice Dragon King rolled his eyes, regaining some of his domineering air. "Who wants to go back to the way things were before? I could only look but not eat before, and I've had enough of that!"
She pulled over Zi JI, who had been watching the show from the side and whose face was flushed.
"Furthermore, to prevent you from feeling awkward, and to make sure I can handle you on my own... I even brought Zi JI along."
"Buy one get one free, what more could you ask for?"
Xuan Ming looked at the two stunningly beautiful women before him, each with their own unique charm, yet both gazing at him with expectant eyes, and remained silent for a moment.
Finally, he gripped the Ice Dragon King's hand tightly, the helplessness in his eyes gradually transforming into a deep tenderness and determination.
"Okay, Sister Bing, if you really want this kind of relationship, if you're really sure you want to cross that line... I'm willing to give it to you."
"I don't want you to be able to only watch me from afar billions of years from now."
Upon hearing this, the Ice Dragon King's eyes instantly shone with dazzling light—the joy of having his wish fulfilled.
However, before she could pounce on him, Xuan Ming's tone suddenly changed, becoming unusually serious.
"But."
Xuan Ming released Zi JI's hand, holding only the Ice Dragon King's hand tightly, and glanced between the two of them.
"I can only accept two people for that kind of thing."
"Me and you, or me and her."
"Two people, that's love, that's the fusion of spirit and flesh. More than that... what does it amount to?"
"This shows neither respect for myself nor for you. In my opinion, such matters should always be private."