The inn's healing and soul-binding spell, the rabbit ears tremble slightly, a promise of forever.

Inside a private room at an inn in Suotuo City, candlelight flickered, casting a warm yellow glow upon the wooden floor and filling the room with a sense of cozy warmth.

Xiao Wu sat on the edge of the bed, her pink rabbit ears drooping. Her face remained pale, and although most of the black markings of the Soul Locking Curse had faded, they still left a faint trace on her wrists that faintly emitted a chilling aura.

"Brother Su Chen, the Soul Locking Curse still hurts a little..." Xiao Wu gripped Su Chen's hand, her fingertips slightly cold. Her eyes held a hint of grievance and reliance, and her rabbit ears trembled gently with her breathing.

Su Chen sat beside her and raised his hand to gently stroke her rabbit ears. His fingertips felt a soft and delicate texture. He spoke in a gentle tone, "Bear with it a little longer. This time, I will help you undo part of the Soul Locking Curse, so it won't hurt as much in the future."

Karin sat on a chair nearby, holding a healing potion, and pouted as she said, "Lord Su Chen, you've been keeping Little Sister Xiao Wu company all afternoon, and you haven't even looked at me! My Blood Contract Power could also help strengthen the healing effect for her!"

Hinata stood by the bed, her cheeks slightly flushed. She quietly activated her Byakugan to observe Xiao Wu's spirit power fluctuations. "Lord Su Chen, Little Sister Xiao Wu's Soul Locking Curse has taken deep root. We need to proceed step by step and cannot be too hasty."

Kushina leaned against the doorframe, her long red hair falling over her shoulders. Her tone was haughty, but she couldn't hide her concern. "Hmph, hurry up and finish it. Don't delay our plan to infiltrate Shrek."

Qing Lin sat on the floor with the Little Black Snake coiled around her wrist, flicking its tongue and occasionally brushing against the hem of Xiao Wu's skirt, as if comforting her.

Su Chen smiled and reassured them, "Alright, everyone, don't be anxious. Karin, you can help Xiao Wu consolidate her healing later. Hinata, help me keep an eye on the changes in the Soul Locking Curse. Kushina and Qing Lin, keep watch outside to prevent anyone from Spirit Hall from pursuing us."

He turned to look at Xiao Wu, his fingertips gathering a wisp of pure God-Defying Power. "Relax your body and don't resist my power. I will be gentle."

Xiao Wu nodded and closed her eyes, her long eyelashes trembling gently, while her hands tightly gripped the corner of Su Chen's clothes. Su Chen's fingertips gently touched the center of her eyebrows. The God-Defying Power, like a warm stream, slowly surged into her body, spreading along her meridians to envelop the power of the Soul Locking Curse.

"Mmm..." The moment his fingertips touched her brow, Xiao Wu's whole body trembled as if struck by an electric current. Her cheeks turned crimson instantly, and her breathing became rapid. The warmth brought by the God-Defying Power made her body go limp, and that tingling sensation spread from her brow throughout her entire body, making her want to lean closer uncontrollably.

Su Chen leaned over, only a few centimeters from her cheek. His warm breath brushed against her ear as he said with a hint of teasing, "Ticklish? Or are you afraid of me?"

Xiao Wu's cheeks turned even redder. She opened her eyes, her gaze darting around in panic, yet she leaned toward him involuntarily. Her voice was as soft as a mosquito's hum, "I... I'm not afraid... It's just... it feels a bit strange..."

"Strange?" Su Chen raised an eyebrow and deliberately slowed the circulation of his God-Defying Power, his fingertips gently stroking her brow. "Where is it strange? Is my power making you uncomfortable?"

"No!" Xiao Wu shook her head hurriedly, her cheeks red enough to drip blood. "Your power is very warm and very comfortable... It's just... my heart is beating so fast..."

Seeing her shy and delicate appearance, a wave of affection welled up in Su Chen's heart. He lowered his head and gently pressed a kiss onto her forehead. "That is because you have fallen for me, right?"

Xiao Wu's body stiffened instantly, her eyes filled with shock and shyness. Then, she nodded vigorously, as if shedding all her defenses. "Yes! Brother Su Chen, ever since you saved me, I've felt that you are the person I've been looking for all my life!"

She leaned on Su Chen's shoulder, her hands tightly hugging his arm, her cheek pressed against his chest, where she could clearly feel his powerful heartbeat. "Before, I was always hiding alone, being hunted by Spirit Hall, and no one was ever willing to protect me. Only you—not only did you save me, but you also helped me suppress the Soul Locking Curse and gave me warmth... Brother Su Chen, I like you!"

Su Chen raised his hand to stroke her long hair, his fingertips gently combing through her strands. His tone was gentle yet firm. "Silly girl, with me here from now on, no one will ever be able to bully you again. I will protect you and help you completely undo the Soul Locking Curse so that you never have to hide again."

He lowered his head, his nose brushing against her cheek, his tone carrying a hint of doting. "Since you like me, then from now on, stay with me forever and be my woman. How about that?"

Xiao Wu looked up, tears shimmering in her eyes, yet she smiled brilliantly. "Okay! Brother Su Chen, I'm willing! From now on, wherever you go, I will go, and we will never be separated!"

She took the initiative to lean in and lightly kissed Su Chen on the cheek. Her pink lips were as soft as flower petals, carrying a faint, fresh fragrance.

Su Chen felt a warmth in his heart and reached out to wrap his arm around her waist, pulling her closer. "That's what you said. You are not allowed to go back on your word later."

"I will never go back on my word!" Xiao Wu nodded vigorously, her rabbit ears swaying gently in the sunlight, her eyes filled with determination and love.

Seeing this, Karin, who was to the side, pouted in dissatisfaction. She ran over and hugged Su Chen's other arm. "Lord Su Chen, you are biased! You only treat Little Sister Xiao Wu well and don't kiss me!"

Su Chen smiled and pinched her cheek. "Alright, you little vinegar jar, I'll kiss you later too, okay?"

Karin immediately broke into a smile, leaning on his shoulder, the corners of her mouth curling up uncontrollably.

Watching this scene, Hinata's cheeks flushed slightly, and she said softly, "Lord Su Chen, Little Sister Xiao Wu's Soul Locking Curse has been partially undone, and her spirit power has stabilized."

Kushina walked in and leaned against the bedside, her tone haughty. "Alright, stop being all lovey-dovey here. The people from Spirit Hall might still be in Suotuo City. We need to infiltrate Shrek as soon as possible; it is relatively safer there, and we can also improve our strength."

Su Chen nodded and helped Xiao Wu stand up. "Alright, we will set off for Shrek early tomorrow morning. Xiao Wu, you just had part of the Soul Locking Curse undone, so you need to rest well. Sleep here tonight, and I will keep watch over you."

"Mhm!" Xiao Wu nodded obediently, her eyes filled with reliance.

Qing Lin directed the snake swarm to patrol the room, while the Little Black Snake coiled around Xiao Wu's wrist, as if acting as her guardian.

The candlelight in the inn continued to flicker, illuminating their embracing figures, and the air was filled with an ambiguous and cozy atmosphere. Su Chen knew that with Xiao Wu's addition, his harem had gained another important member. The feud between him and Spirit Hall, as well as his fated confrontation with Xiao Ling, were about to officially begin at Shrek Academy. He looked at the girls around him with a firm gaze, knowing that on the road ahead, he would take them with him, crush all enemies, and ascend to the pinnacle of all worlds.