38: Chapter 38 The Empress's Heart, Secrets of the Chu Family!

After bidding farewell to Chu Wanqing, Lin Yi and the others returned to their respective rooms.

Early the next morning.

Chu Wanqing stood outside Lin Yi's room and asked timidly:

"Brother Lin Yi... I... can I have a few words with you?"

The young girl's voice carried a hint of nervousness and entreaty.

Lin Yi pushed open the door and looked at her eyes, which were filled with sincerity.

He nodded slightly and said, "Of course! Come in!"

Having received permission, Chu Wanqing's pretty face lit up with joy as she stepped into the room.

Inside the room, the two stood facing each other.

Chu Wanqing took a deep breath, seemingly having reached a decision.

She looked up, summoned her courage, and met Lin Yi's gaze.

Then, she took out that strange stone, holding it solemnly with both hands as she offered it to Lin Yi.

"Brother Lin Yi, this item is too precious; I cannot accept it!"

Chu Wanqing's tone was incredibly serious, and her bright eyes were filled with shock and gratitude.

Just yesterday.

She had returned to her room and, with a hint of curiosity, cut open the stone.

When the Double Pupil Origin, which could make the world lose its color and cause the myriad Daos to resonate, revealed itself,

Chu Wanqing was completely stunned!

As the Imperial Daughter of an Imperial Clan, she had seen countless treasures, yet she had never seen such a Heaven-Defying divine object.

This was no mere stone.

This was clearly a supreme immortal opportunity that would even make a Great Emperor green with envy!

And Lin Yi had actually given such a divine object to her so casually!

This kindness was as heavy as Mount Tai!

But she felt that she should not accept it!

Looking at her solemn expression, Lin Yi couldn't help but smile.

Standing with his hands behind his back, he said indifferently, "Since I gave it to you, it is yours!"

"Besides, this item is useless to me, but for you, it is the key to breaking your predicament!"

These words caused Chu Wanqing's heart to shake once again.

He... he really does know everything!

"But... this is too precious!"

Chu Wanqing bit her lower lip as an internal struggle raged in her heart.

It wasn't that she didn't want it, but rather that she didn't dare to take it.

One should not receive rewards without merit; she didn't know how she could ever repay such a monumental kindness.

Lin Yi seemed to see through her thoughts.

He took a step forward, looking at her with a burning gaze.

"To me, this was nothing more than a casual gesture."

"If you truly feel bad about it, then Cultivate hard and completely awaken that Innate Emperor Phoenix Holy Body as soon as possible."

"In the future, when I ascend to the absolute peak, I will still need a few maids to serve tea and water. I think you are quite suitable."

These words were domineering and flamboyant!

They even carried an unquestionable tone of command.

But when they fell upon Chu Wanqing's ears, they did not make her feel offended in the least.

Instead, her restless and uneasy heart instantly settled down.

She knew that Lin Yi was using a special way to ease her psychological burden.

He called her a maid, but in reality, he was making a promise to protect her!

This youth...

Chu Wanqing's eyes grew slightly red, and the final line of defense in her heart completely collapsed at this moment.

She stared blankly at the peerlessly handsome face before her.

She felt her heart beating so fast it seemed as if it were about to jump out of her chest.

After a long while, she finally took back the divine object and gave Lin Yi a graceful bow.

"Wanqing will never forget Brother Lin Yi's great kindness!"

"From now on, Wanqing... is at your command!"

The young girl's voice carried an unprecedented firmness and determination.

Lin Yi nodded with satisfaction.

The conquest of this second Destined Female Lead could be considered preliminarily complete.

"Alright, tell me about your situation."

Lin Yi changed the subject and asked:

"How could the esteemed Imperial Daughter of an Imperial Clan fall to the point where she couldn't even afford a mere phoenix blood grass?"

Hearing Lin Yi take the initiative to ask, the light in Chu Wanqing's eyes dimmed slightly.

It was replaced by a look of deep grievance and helplessness.

She did not hide anything and disclosed her troubles and predicament to Lin Yi in detail.

"Brother Lin Yi might not know, but although I am called the Imperial Daughter, my status in the Chu Family has long been precarious."

It turned out that Chu Wanqing's grandfather was the previous head of the Chu Family, a man of peerless talent who had the potential to prove his Dao.

However, he had mysteriously vanished during an exploration of a Restricted Zone, his fate unknown.

Since then, the status of Chu Wanqing's branch in the Family had plummeted.

The current Chu Family was controlled by the branch of the Grand Elder, the current Family head Chu Chengdao.

And the one who had always been opposing her was precisely the Grand Elder's grandson.

Chu Hao, who was hailed as the Chu Family's number one Prodigy of the current generation!

"My clansman brother, Chu Hao, has been jealous of my talent and Bloodline since we were young, and he opposes me at every turn."

"Since my grandfather disappeared, he has become even more aggressive."

"Not only has he spread rumors within the clan to slander my branch's reputation,"

"But he has also allied with outsiders to constantly suppress my status in the Family."

At this point, a flash of hatred appeared in Chu Wanqing's eyes.

"He even used some sinister and evil methods to secretly suppress my Imperial Phoenix Bloodline."

"This has caused my Holy Body to be unable to fully awaken for a long time, and my cultivation has also stalled."

"I came to Lingxiao City this time originally to seek a solution, but I didn't expect..."

She did not finish her sentence.

But Lin Yi already completely understood.

In the end, it was just the same old cliché of internal Family infighting.

Lin Yi's expression remained calm after listening.

However, a hint of coldness flashed through his deep eyes.

Daring to touch my woman?

This Chu Hao probably doesn't know how the word 'death' is written.

"The outsiders you mentioned, is it the North Region Wang Family?"

Lin Yi asked calmly.

Chu Wanqing nodded in surprise. "Brother Lin Yi, how did you know?"

"The one colluding with Chu Hao is precisely the Imperial Son of this generation of the North Region's Imperial Clan, Wang Teng!"

Lin Yi sneered in his heart.

As expected, all the Children of Destiny were in league with each other.

Looking at Chu Wanqing's aggrieved and helpless appearance, he reached out and gently patted her small head.

"Alright, don't cry."

Lin Yi's voice was gentle, carrying a power that made one feel at ease.

"A mere Chu Hao and Wang Teng are nothing more than turkeys and dogs."

He gazed into Chu Wanqing's eyes and said word by word with absolute dominance:

"Remember, from today on, as long as I, Lin Yi, am here,"

"No one in this world will ever dare to bully you again!"

"What the Chu Family cannot give you, I, Lin Yi, will give!"

"What they cannot protect, I, Lin Yi, will protect!"

Boom!

These words were like the most blazing sun.

They instantly dispersed the gloom and grievance that had accumulated in Chu Wanqing's heart for many years.

Chu Wanqing stared blankly at Lin Yi.

She only felt that this youth before her was radiating a brilliant light.

He made her feel an unprecedented sense of warmth and safety.

At this moment, Family, status, hatred...

All of it was tossed to the back of her mind.

Her heart and her eyes were full.

Only Lin Yi's figure remained.

"Brother Lin Yi..."

The young girl could no longer control her emotions.

She threw herself into Lin Yi's embrace and let out long-suppressed sobs.

Lin Yi's body stiffened slightly, then he smiled helplessly and gently patted her back to comfort her.

Not far away, Su Yuxi, who had taken in this entire scene, pouted even more.

She stomped her foot hard and turned away, her heart feeling quite sour.

"Hmph! In broad daylight and under the watchful eyes of heaven, what a scandal!"

"It's just a hug, what's so great about it!"

"This Empress... I... I wouldn't mind either..."

...

After soothing Chu Wanqing's emotions, Lin Yi let her return to her room first.

To peacefully undergo the Fusion with the Double Pupil Origin.

Meanwhile, he prepared to set off for the Taichu Ancient Mine with Su Yuxi, Xu Chen, and the others.

Now that the favorability of both female leads had been maxed out,

It was also time to go and meet that rat who couldn't wait

To go hunting for treasures for him.

"Brother Lin Yi, are you going to the Taichu Ancient Mine? Can you take me with you?"

Chu Wanqing came over again, pulling on Lin Yi's sleeve and asking with an expectant face.

Right now, she didn't want to be apart from Lin Yi for a single moment.

Lin Yi thought for a moment and then nodded.

Although the Taichu Ancient Mine was dangerous, with him there, it wouldn't be a problem.

Moreover, by taking the two female leads along,

He might even be able to trigger some extra System rewards.

"In that case, let's go together."

"That's great!"

Chu Wanqing was so excited she almost jumped up.

Soon, the group left the Xiankelai Inn and headed toward the Taichu Ancient Mine outside the city.