279: Chapter 280 The Pressure of Happiness

Lin Muyang took Gui Wanwan and followed closely behind Elabess, racing across the desolate and dead land at a terrifying speed. On the Blue Star, at their current speed, it might only take a few short minutes to circle the planet. However, in this vast and boundless Dark Abyss, where the spatial structure seemed more stagnant, they flew for a full ten minutes before the scenery before them finally changed.

The destination appeared at the end of the horizon: a deep canyon sandwiched between two hideous peaks that resembled demon fangs. The canyon entrance was narrow, but the interior was a world of its own, serving as a temporary refuge for the Succubus tribe. According to Elabess, whenever a destructive storm swept across the wasteland, it was she who, with her ever-increasing strength, would rush over to forcibly interfere with or guide the storm, allowing the tribe to survive in this relatively sheltered canyon.

"Master~ we're here!" Elabess's voice carried clear joy and the nervous excitement of returning home. Vibrating the succubus bat wings on her back, she made a graceful dive and flew toward the canyon entrance.

Since she had already notified her people through the mental link, it wasn't long before Lin Muyang and Gui Wanwan saw dense figures rising from the deep canyon, like night butterflies being startled into flight.

It was the Succubus race.

Although they could not use any skills requiring external energy in this sealed, magic-forbidden Dark Abyss, the flight capability of a high-order demon race remained as an innate talent. It was by virtue of this talent that they were able to migrate across this crisis-ridden world in search of a chance at survival.

Hundreds of figures rose from the canyon. Most of them had graceful figures similar to Elabess, with skin tones ranging from ivory white to light purple, and hair colors even more colorful—silver-white, deep purple, dark red, ethereal blue... like eerie and beautiful flowers blooming in the dark night. The bat wings on their backs varied slightly in size and shape, but all were spread wide, supporting them as they hovered in mid-air.

Pairs of eyes, colored purple, red, or gold, all focused on Lin Muyang. Their gazes were filled with indescribable and complex emotions: curiosity, inquiry, and uncontrollable reverence.

"Sister Ella! You really have returned!"

"Is that the Master? He's even more handsome than what we saw in the telepathy!"

"Finally... we have finally waited for this day!"

"The Aura on him... it's so warm, so powerful, I really want to get closer..."

"Is this the human who saved Sister Ella from suffering and promised to save all of us?"

Although it was Lin Muyang's first time here, he could clearly feel how fiery the expectations and welcome these succubi held for him. They had been trapped in this hopeless cage for a long time; since birth, their eyes had seen only desolation and their own kind, having never contacted the outside world, especially male creatures.

Toward humans, their feelings were particularly complex. The historical knowledge passed down through their tribe told them that it was powerful existences among humans who had exiled and imprisoned their ancestors here. Had Elabess not repeatedly recounted Lin Muyang's difference through her own experiences, they would likely only harbor pure fear and hatred toward humans.

Even now, the only human they recognized and trusted was Lin Muyang alone.

As Lin Muyang and Gui Wanwan slowly landed on the relatively level ground at the bottom of the canyon, the surrounding succubi swarmed toward them like a tide, yet stopped several meters away, maintaining a distance that was both eager for proximity and slightly restrained. They whispered among themselves, their gazes lingering on Lin Muyang with a mixture of worship, curiosity, and a certain primal impulse that made even the battle-hardened Lin Muyang feel a hint of unease.

Looking around, hundreds of Succubus Maidens with exquisite faces, hot figures, and varying temperaments were gathered together; the visual impact was staggering. They were either pure, charming, cold, or lively, but without exception, they all possessed faces and figures enough to captivate the world. The talent of the Succubus race was perfectly embodied in them.

Even with Lin Muyang's experience, he couldn't help but secretly marvel at the spectacular sight before him. They were truly a race of Innate Charm; this collective display of beauty indeed possessed a heart-shaking power.

However, although these Succubus Maidens felt instinctive stirrings in their hearts and looked at Lin Muyang as if he were the most tempting delicacy in the world, they all restrained themselves well. On one hand, it was out of awe and wariness of Lin Muyang's unfathomable strength; on the other hand, it was the result of Elabess's repeated warnings in advance. They knew well that the man before them had given them hope of escaping their misery, and any frivolous or disrespectful behavior could lead to unpredictable consequences.

"It seems they are more sensible than I imagined." Lin Muyang took all this in, feeling somewhat relieved. He had originally been worried that bringing so many alien young ladies, who had been isolated from society for a long time and possessed strong Innate Charm, to the Blue Star all at once might cause some trouble. Now it seemed that Elabess's prior education and their own awareness of their situation had made them maintain the necessary restraint and politeness.

"Have everyone gather; prepare to leave this place." Lin Muyang didn't say much, only nodding to Elabess, his tone calm but carrying an unquestionable majesty.

"Yes, Master!" Elabess responded respectfully, then turned around and quickly conveyed the command to her tribespeople using the unique mental fluctuations and language of the Succubus race.

Soon, all the succubi in the canyon, regardless of age, gathered in the open space in front of Lin Muyang, a dense mass of three hundred and seventy-eight individuals. Following Elabess's instructions, they formed several orderly rows. Although curious gazes still occasionally stole glances at Lin Muyang and Gui Wanwan, the overall order was disciplined.

Lin Muyang did not delay further. With a thought, multiple protective God-Tier Auras, such as Divine Sense Protection and Resilient Barrier, quietly unfolded, enveloping everyone, including the newly arrived Succubus Maidens. These Auras not only provided powerful defense but also calmed the mind to a certain extent, offsetting the discomfort that might come with traveling through space.

"Follow me, do not fall behind, and do not touch the edges of the spatial rift," Lin Muyang instructed briefly, then nodded to Gui Wanwan.

Gui Wanwan understood and, maintaining the connection to the spatial tunnel, took the lead in flying toward the oval light gate hovering in mid-air and slowly rotating. Lin Muyang followed closely behind, while Elabess flew on the flank of the tribe, quietly directing her people to enter in sequence.

The process of crossing was both novel and a bit frightening for these succubi who had never left the Dark Abyss. But when they passed through the bizarre tunnel and felt the completely different fresh air and warm energy coming from the other side, many Succubus Maidens couldn't help but let out low cries of surprise.

Eternal Garden, outskirts of Zhongnan City, Xia Country, Blue Star.

In the back garden, the spatial rift connecting the two worlds began to slowly shrink and fade after all the succubi had passed through. Gui Wanwan withdrew the underworld energy that maintained the tunnel, and the rift, like a healing wound, left a few subtle ripples in the air before finally vanishing completely. The spatial fluctuations that had made distant experts' hearts tremble also subsided.

For the vast majority of people on the Blue Star, this was just another peaceful night. Only a very few top existences with extraordinary perception captured that fleeting, grand, and strange spatial disturbance, but after learning it was related to the one in the Eternal Garden, they all chose silence and observation.

Inside the Eternal Garden, however, the scene was entirely different.

The originally quiet and elegant garden now appeared somewhat crowded and lively. Three hundred and seventy-eight Succubus Maidens of various styles and stunning beauty curiously surveyed this new world, which was completely different from the Dark Abyss. The bright starry sky, the moist fresh air, the lush green plants, the exquisite and unique pavilions... everything made them feel incredibly novel, and their whispers merged into a soft hum.

"Take them to settle down first," Lin Muyang instructed Xu Ruohan, Elena, and the others who came to meet them. "The vacant pavilions in the garden should be enough; if not, set up some temporary simple residences. Elena will be responsible for allocating living supplies."

"Yes, Master." Elena gave an elegant bow, a gentle smile on her pure angelic face, and began to methodically direct several maids to lead these newly arrived Succubus Maidens to their prepared quarters.

Lin Muyang called Elabess to his side and seriously instructed: "Ella, from now on, you will be fully responsible for all matters concerning your tribespeople on the Blue Star. The primary task is to let them familiarize themselves with the environment and learn basic Blue Star common sense and human social rules. Until they have fully adapted and can control their own power, they are not allowed to leave the Eternal Garden area without permission."

He had to consider the special nature of these succubi. They had been isolated for a long time, their knowledge of modern society was almost zero, and they were born with charm abilities; once they lost control or were exploited, the consequences would be unimaginable. The Eternal Garden, with the multiple barriers and Auras he had set up, was the safest sanctuary and learning place.

"I understand, Master." Elabess nodded solemnly, her purple eyes full of a sense of responsibility. "I will teach them well and will never let them cause you any trouble."

"Mhm." Lin Muyang nodded, paused, and then added, "Of course, as long as they are within the Eternal Garden, they can move freely. The garden is large enough for them to explore."

Hearing this, Elabess showed a bright smile. She moved a bit closer and asked in a low voice with a hint of tempting shyness: "Then Master, when will you have time to visit them? They are all looking forward to expressing their gratitude to you in person, and also really hope to have the chance to spend some time with you~"

The corner of Lin Muyang's mouth twitched imperceptibly. Three hundred and seventy-eight Succubus Maidens who were as passionate as fire and held special feelings for him... just thinking about this scene made him feel a bit pressured, though it was a pressure others could only envy!

"There is no rush for this." Lin Muyang coughed lightly and forcibly changed the subject. "The priority is for them to settle down first, learn knowledge, and understand this world. Perhaps... we can arrange some teachers for them? To systematically teach language, culture, history, social norms, and so on."

He thought about it; there were many talents in the Eternal Garden. Shen Muyao, Su Qingyue, and even Xu Ruohan could all take a turn as cultural teachers. If that didn't work, hiring some reliable professionals from outside to teach would also be fine.

"That's a great idea!" Elabess's eyes lit up. "I will first explain the most basic common sense to them, and then formulate a learning plan as soon as possible. Master, don't worry, they are all very smart and will surely learn very quickly."

"That's good then." Lin Muyang breathed a sigh of relief. Letting these succubi immerse themselves in the ocean of knowledge was better than having them think about other things all day.

As for their strength improvement... these succubi were not his summons, nor did they have the status of Blue Star Class Transferees. Whether they could level up by entering secret realms and killing monsters was still an unknown. Moreover, they had been sealed in the Dark Abyss for too long; they might not have even fully developed their own power systems. This matter could only be set aside for now until they adapted to the new environment. The adaptation period alone would probably take at least half a month to a month.

Having arranged the succubi's affairs, Lin Muyang turned his gaze to Gui Wanwan, who had been staying quietly by his side.

Gui Wanwan naturally took his arm, her soft body pressing against him as she tilted her small face and asked, "Master, next, are we preparing to head to Alice's home world?"

"That's right." Lin Muyang nodded, his expression slightly more solemn than before.

Unlike the Dark Abyss, which had almost no resistance, Alice's home world was a high-magic world that had developed for hundreds of years with a universal class-transfer system and a relatively complete power structure. There, true and unknown threats existed.

But at the same time, it also contained opportunities far richer than those on the Blue Star! Higher-level secret realms, more powerful equipment, rarer skill books and materials... If he could gain a firm foothold in that world or even establish his own power or channels, then the growth speed of him and the young ladies would surely experience a qualitative leap!

Dangers and opportunities coexisted. But now, possessing the Linkage Trait, with all members having broken through level one hundred and having mastered stable cross-world capabilities, they already possessed the capital to initially explore that world.