73: Quasi-Emperor's magical power, inheritance

Nangong Mingyue's voice was soft, and she just looked at him.

In her eyes, as clear and cold as moonlight, only his reflection could be seen.

Jiang Chen's lips curved slightly, and he clasped the cool, soft hand tightly.

"It's good that you're back."

Jiang Chen's voice was deep and gentle.

Looking at the unprecedented hint of moisture in her eyes, and at the soft hand that had actively clasped his.

He raised his other hand, his thumb gently caressing the corner of Nangong Mingyue's eye.

Nangong Mingyue's eyelashes trembled slightly, allowing him to perform such an intimate gesture without dodging.

It was at this moment that Jiang Chen's mind heard the long-awaited System prompt.

【Ding! Congratulations, host, for successfully safeguarding the Heavenly Mandated Female Lead, Nangong Mingyue, in Awakening her Xuan Yin Divine Body, and altering her predetermined fate. Mission accomplished!】

【Mission Rating: Perfect!】

【Calculating rewards...】

【Congratulations, host, you have received: 200,000 Villain Points!】

【Congratulations, host, you have received: Quasi-Emperor level Divine Ability, Universe Transference Art!】

【Universe Transference Art: A supreme Divine Ability containing the Origin Law of space. Cultivating it to Major Achievement allows one to traverse the universe and shatter the Void Realm with a single thought, ignoring most spatial Restrictions and barriers.】

Listening to the System's voice, Jiang Chen showed a satisfied expression.

Good stuff!

This Divine Ability came at just the right time; it would be an excellent choice for future pursuits.

With this art, his mobility and life-saving capabilities would once again rise to a new level.

If some old geezers were to shamelessly attack him in the future, he wouldn't be completely defenseless.

His mood greatly improved, and he looked at the stunning beauty who had just delivered him such a great gift, his gaze becoming even softer.

"Are you feeling any discomfort?"

Jiang Chen's fingertips slid from the corner of her eye, gently pinching her flawless cheek, the touch smooth and tender.

"The Xuan Yin Divine Body has just formed, and the Taiyin Origin has entered your body. Is your Foundation stable?"

Nangong Mingyue's pretty face flushed at his sudden intimate actions, even her earlobes tinged with pink.

She turned her head slightly, her voice extremely soft and faint.

"I'm fine... I feel good."

"It's just, Mingyue, I don't understand why you knew there was Taiyin Origin here?"

Jiang Chen asked, expressing the doubt in his heart.

Nangong Mingyue looked up, her eyes clear, gazing at Jiang Chen.

"After I entered the Ancient Tomb, I felt a summons from deep within my Bloodline, guiding me here. By the time I regained my senses, I was already absorbing that power."

Jiang Chen understood upon hearing this.

It seemed that the Taiyin Ancient Tomb indeed had a great connection with Nangong Mingyue's Profound Yin Sacred Body.

This Opportunity in the God Burial Valley was tailor-made for her.

If he hadn't intervened, according to the original trajectory, she would have likely gone through a near-death experience, or even been hunted down for her Origin, just to barely Awaken her Divine Body. It wouldn't have been as smooth as it was now.

Jiang Chen withdrew his hand and turned his gaze to the few people not far away who were looking over with eager eyes.

Wen Yan's face was full of a knowing, lewd smile.

Qing Linghe and Song Ningxue, however, looked as usual, simply standing quietly.

Only Xiao Tiandu's gaze towards Jiang Chen was filled with complexity.

There was awe, gratitude, and a hint of loss from being completely distanced.

"How were your gains from this trip?" Jiang Chen asked, breaking the silence.

He was mainly asking Xiao Tiandu and the others.

Xiao Tiandu stepped forward, his expression returning to its usual composure.

"I fought with the Crown Prince's personal guard of the Tianyuan Divine Dynasty and killed three of them. Although I was later no match for Yuan Haotian, I also gained a glimpse of the true meaning of thunder Law from the battle, so I did have some Harvest."

He did not hide the fact of his defeat, his attitude candid.

Song Ningxue also spoke, her voice as clear and cold as ever.

"Junior Sister Qing and I teamed up to deal with dozens of Loose Cultivators, obtaining some Spirit Medicine and Magic Treasure fragments."

Qing Linghe smiled at Jiang Chen and added, "The items on those people were not of high quality. We collected them all, and after we return, we will hand them over to the Holy Land treasury."

"No need."

Jiang Chen waved his hand.

"The spoils of war, you can divide them among yourselves."

"Saint, that won't do..." Wen Yan hurriedly leaned over, "This is against the rules... If the Holy Land Elders knew..."

"What I say, is the rule."

Jiang Chen gave him a faint glance.

Wen Yan instantly swallowed the rest of his words, shrunk his neck, and chuckled, "The Saint is right, the Saint is right."

Jiang Chen's gaze finally landed on Xiao Tiandu, his tone calm.

"It's understandable that you lost to Yuan Haotian."

"His True Dragon Physique is one of the top Physiques, and his Cultivation is also a step above yours. It's not easy that you could hold out against him for so long."

"After you return, go into seclusion. Today's battle will be beneficial to your Dao Heart."

Xiao Tiandu's body trembled upon hearing this, and he bowed respectfully to Jiang Chen.

"Thank you, Saint, for your guidance."

Jiang Chen's words, seemingly plain, were actually protecting his Dao Heart.

After dealing with matters here, Jiang Chen seemed to just remember, and his gaze turned to the last outsider.

Yu Meier was standing not far away, holding her signature round fan, fanning herself idly.

A charming and alluring smile still hung on her face.

But if one looked closely, one could find a hint of indescribable complex emotion hidden deep in her eyes.

She watched Jiang Chen and Nangong Mingyue's natural intimacy, and saw the cold and ethereal Fairy-like Nangong Mingyue reveal a shyness unique to a young girl in front of Jiang Chen.

A strange sourness welled up in her heart.

This man had clearly teased her in countless ways, acting domineering and rude.

But why did she feel different?

"Yu Meier."

Jiang Chen's voice came, interrupting her wild thoughts.

"You've had a tough time earlier."

Yu Meier regained her composure, chuckled, and swayed gracefully as she walked over.

"Block of Wood Saint, you're being too formal. Do you and I still need to say thank you?"

She blinked her captivating peach blossom eyes, her tone ambiguous.

"Besides, I didn't help much, just accompanied that Fairy Ye for some exercise."

"But you, Block of Wood Saint, with a hidden beauty by your side, didn't tell me earlier. You're truly incorrigible."

As she spoke, she subtly glanced at Nangong Mingyue.

Nangong Mingyue felt her gaze, and her clear, cold eyes also looked over.

The two women's gazes silently collided in the air.

One was enchanting and charming, the other clear and sacred.

One carried a subtle hint of provocation.

The other was indifferent as water, yet also carried vigilance.

In the air, it was as if invisible electric currents were flickering.

Wen Yan watched with great interest from the side, feeling that this scene was even more exciting than the battle just now.

Jiang Chen naturally also noticed the subtle atmosphere.

He ignored Yu Meier's teasing, simply speaking calmly.

"The matter here is concluded. You may leave on your own."

This was a clear dismissal.

Yu Meier's smile stiffened slightly.

This man was truly as unromantic as ever.

However, at this moment, another anomaly occurred!

Nangong Mingyue suddenly frowned slightly, abruptly turned her head, and looked towards the deepest part of the valley.

"There... something is still calling me."