26: Chapter 26 The Immortal Herb Recognizes Its Master, the Holy Light Unicorn

"Pfft—"

Qian Renxue circulated her Soul Power, stirred her blood, and spat a mouthful of blood onto the petals.

Ji Xuan's figure appeared involuntarily in her mind, and memories flooded in like a tide.

Two years ago, at the summit of Wuhun Divine Mountain, an accidental intimate encounter.

Her grandfather, Qian Daoliu, intentionally playing matchmaker.

The playful bickering between the two of them.

That brief yet pure, beautiful time in Spirit City.

At the moment of parting, that unspeakable reluctance.

After returning to the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace, in countless silent deep nights, she would always subconsciously take out that ordinary yet precious bracelet and think of Ji Xuan's figure...

Before she knew it, Ji Xuan had already walked into the depths of her heart...

Just at this moment, the Yearning Heartbroken Red on the Wujue Stone began to tremble slightly.

Then it quietly detached and floated silently in front of her.

Qian Renxue immediately snapped back to reality, carefully stretched out her hands, and cradled it in her palms.

Ji Xuan, who was on the side, witnessed this scene with his own eyes, and his heart trembled.

He knew deeply how harsh the requirements were for the Yearning Heartbroken Red to acknowledge its master...

Ji Xuan hesitated no longer, stepped forward, and pulled Qian Renxue into his embrace.

"Xue'er."

A warm breath brushed against Qian Renxue's neck.

"You... don't call me that!" Qian Renxue's delicate body trembled, her cheeks instantly flushing, "Let me go!"

She shyly and angrily pushed against Ji Xuan's sturdy chest, but she was held even tighter.

"You are my fiancée, so what's wrong with me calling you Xue'er?"

Ji Xuan said righteously.

"I... I haven't agreed yet. I said, you have to beat me first!"

"I don't care about that; the Immortal Plant has already acknowledged its master now."

"You... you scoundrel."

Qian Renxue struggled symbolically for a moment, then buried her burning cheeks in Ji Xuan's shoulder, wrapping her arms around his waist, and said coquettishly.

The two of them embraced quietly, feeling each other's heartbeats.

A moment later, Ji Xuan gently released her, his gaze falling on the Immortal Plant in her hands.

"Xue'er, refine it."

Upon hearing this, a trace of hesitation appeared on Qian Renxue's face. Her fingertips lightly stroked the petals, her eyes full of reluctance.

This Immortal Plant had allowed her to recognize her inner heart; it was a witness to her feelings.

"Xue'er, I understand your feelings."

Ji Xuan raised his hand to stroke Qian Renxue's cheek:

"But these past few years, due to your undercover mission, you have fallen behind too much in your Cultivate."

"Only by consuming it and transforming it into real strength can its greatest purpose be fulfilled."

"Alright."

Qian Renxue was not a pretentious person; she took a deep breath, and her eyes became firm.

She pulled Ji Xuan and walked into the hidden secret chamber inside the room...

In the secret chamber, Ji Xuan said softly: "Just swallow the whole thing."

Qian Renxue nodded lightly and took one last deep look at the Yearning Heartbroken Red in her hand.

Afterward, she hesitated no longer, gently bringing it to her lips and consuming it.

The Immortal Plant melted the moment it entered her mouth, instantly turning into a gentle energy that spread throughout her limbs and bones.

Immediately after.

A faint white halo began to emerge around Qian Renxue, and her aura was steadily rising.

Ji Xuan kept watch on the side, quietly observing Qian Renxue.

He knew that this was the Immortal Plant cleansing her marrow and washing her essence.

...

A long time later.

The light around Qian Renxue gradually receded and finally completely merged into her body.

"Xue'er, how do you feel?"

Ji Xuan took a step forward and asked with concern.

"A-Xuan, I've already reached level sixty!"

Qian Renxue leaped up from the ground, a fragrant breeze trailing her as she threw herself into Ji Xuan's arms.

"Congratulations."

Ji Xuan took the opportunity to wrap his arms around her waist, raising his hand to stroke her golden hair.

"This is all thanks to the Immortal Plant you gave me; otherwise... I would have needed a long time to reach a Breakthrough to level sixty."

A moment later, Ji Xuan gently released her and said seriously:

"By the way, since Junior Martial Uncle Golden Crocodile is here, I'll take you to hunt for your sixth spirit ring tonight."

"Okay!" Qian Renxue nodded obediently, "Wait for me to consume a piece of Whale Glue first."

As she said this, she took out a piece of dark-colored Whale Glue, which was at least thirty thousand years old.

This was left to her by her grandfather, Qian Daoliu, two years ago.

The scorching Angelic flames quickly enveloped the Whale Glue, melting it in no time.

Qian Renxue sat cross-legged, looked up, and consumed it, then closed her eyes tightly...

Ji Xuan kept watch quietly on the side, waiting patiently.

For Body Tempering treasures like Whale Glue, the effect would be significantly weakened after multiple uses.

Given his current powerful physique, Whale Glue no longer had much effect.

This was also the reason why he did not consume any when he absorbed his third spirit ring.

...

A long time later.

Qian Renxue opened her eyes and let out a long breath; she had clearly finished refining it successfully.

She rose lightly and looked at Ji Xuan: "A-Xuan, are we leaving now?"

"Yes, there is no time to lose." Ji Xuan took her hand, "While the night is still young."

It was twilight when they snuck into the Imperial Palace.

At this moment, night had completely fallen.

The two of them walked out of the room, holding hands.

The three Elders guarding in the courtyard saw this and exchanged meaningful glances.

Gold Crocodile Douluo stepped forward and teased: "Xiao Xuan, Xue'er, what is this?"

"Grandpa Golden Crocodile..."

The tips of Qian Renxue's ears turned red, and she subconsciously hid behind Ji Xuan.

Ji Xuan squeezed her hand and met Golden Crocodile's gaze calmly:

"Junior Martial Uncle, Xue'er has reached level sixty, so I must trouble you to help hunt a Spirit Beast."

"It is only right." Gold Crocodile Douluo put away his joking expression, "Let's go."

The three of them, like ghosts, left the heavily guarded Heaven Dou Imperial Palace without a sound and flew straight to the Sunset Forest.

...

The core area of the Sunset Forest.

The Spirit Beast forest was even more dangerous at night.

But with Gold Crocodile Douluo present, there was nothing to fear.

"Xue'er, your body has been tempered by the Immortal Plant, and with the assistance of the Whale Glue, absorbing a spirit ring of around forty thousand years will be a breeze."

Golden Crocodile sensed Qian Renxue's physical strength.

Immediately, he released his vast, ocean-like Mental Energy, instantly covering a large area, and quickly locked onto a target.

"Ahead, there is a Holy Light Unicorn over forty thousand years old; it is quite suitable for you."

"Thank you, Grandpa Golden Crocodile."

The three of them moved, and soon arrived at the target's location.

It was a Spirit Beast with a body as white and flawless as snow.

Under the moonlight, it radiated a pure and warm sacred aura.

It was nearly four meters long, with a pair of large white wings on its back and a single horn on its forehead.

Gold Crocodile Douluo attacked directly, and soon, the Holy Light Unicorn was on the verge of death.

"Go, Xue'er."

"Thank you, Grandpa Golden Crocodile."

Qian Renxue stepped forward and ended the Holy Light Unicorn's life with a sword.

She sat cross-legged on the spot and began to guide the spirit ring...

Gold Crocodile Douluo and Ji Xuan stood not far away to act as her Protector.

"Xiao Xuan, it seems you and Xue'er are getting along quite well."

Gold Crocodile Douluo revealed a rare, gentle smile.

"You must treat her well in the future."

He turned to look at Ji Xuan beside him, his gaze filled with the expectations of an Elder.

"Rest assured, Junior Martial Uncle."

Gold Crocodile Douluo patted Ji Xuan's shoulder with satisfaction.

He had watched Qian Renxue grow up since she was little, and had long regarded her as his own granddaughter.

Now that she had found a good place to belong, his heart was full of relief.

The two of them stopped talking and silently acted as her Protector.