41: Red Bell series Red Bell

Prince Qi's Residence.

Prince Qi Prince Qi stared blankly at the giant map covering the Four Seas and Five Regions.

Behind him, a group of loyalists knelt, requesting orders.

"We are willing to die for Your Highness, to do this last thing: take Gu Qingxian's head."

Prince Qi turned around, his expression utterly calm.

"Your Highness..."

An old confidant, who always guarded Prince Qi, appeared and advised, "Your Highness, we cannot wait any longer. If we do nothing, once the news of the Crown Prince's marriage to Princess Changming spreads, and Immortal Fate Studio's experts arrive in the Imperial Capital, all hope will be lost."

"Killing won't solve the problem."

Prince Qi gave a self-deprecating smile, "Even if Gu Qingxian is killed, what then?

Sacrificing yourselves will only lead to the Prime Minister's suspicion and Father Emperor's suppression, or perhaps allow Prince Chu to reap the benefits?"

He paused, then continued, "Now, I think I've figured out Father Emperor's intentions. He never intended to step down from that position from the very beginning.

When I was weak, Father Emperor supported me everywhere; when I became strong, he suppressed me everywhere.

The Crown Prince is the same. Father Emperor, he just wants to see us fight until both sides are severely wounded..."

"Your Highness!"

Elder Jia's eyes welled up, and a pang of sadness hit his nose. "Are you really going to give up all your efforts of so many years?"

"No."

Prince Qi closed his eyes and said indifferently, "This Prince still has a chance."

"Even if I die, this Prince will make the self-proclaimed chess player pay the price."

"Go see Prince Chu."

...Prince Chu's Mansion, Bronze Sparrow Terrace.

A cloud ladder led directly to the upper Heavenly Palace.

Xuan Bing stopped at the first step, her delicate brows tightly furrowed.

She had tried countless times but could not cross the invisible barrier in front of the step.

In contrast, Mu Wan'er moved freely up and down the steps as if she were in her own home, completely unaffected.

White Plain, Red Bell, and even the Merfolk Clan maiden Nangong Lian, were able to ascend the cloud ladder.

Ye Qingci and the four newly arrived Heavenly Maidens could only remain on the first level.

"Sister, let's go back." Nangong Lian tugged at Red Bell's sleeve, requesting softly.

She was somewhat resistant to unknown things. Although the Heavenly Palace above was quiet and peaceful, it didn't make her feel as safe as being beside Ye Qingci.

"Don't be afraid, Your Highness is waiting for us up there. Your Highness is also a very gentle person at heart, you think about it, since coming to the Mansion, he has never bullied you, right?"

Red Bell was very cheerful. The suspended buildings of the second level of the Heavenly Palace looked exactly like the immortal treasures from ancient legends. She was already eager to go up and experience them.

Watching White Plain and Mu Wan'er about to reach the top.

Red Bell coaxed Nangong Lian a few more times, then directly pulled her hand, eagerly chasing after them.

The second level of the Bronze Sparrow Terrace.

Misty clouds drifted, surpassing an immortal court.

The ground was paved with white immortal mist, soft and comfortable to tread on.

The number of regular palaces here was much fewer than on the first level, but they were even more magnificent.

At the center of the second level.

A huge azure Heavenly Pool had been opened.

Immortal Spiritual Qi flowed in the Spiritual Marrow Heavenly Pool, keeping the Heavenly Pool water crystal clear and spotless at all times.

As the women approached the Heavenly Pool, they absorbed some Immortal Spiritual Qi, feeling as if their entire beings had been purified, their bodies and minds clear.

They continued forward, Nangong Lian looking back every three steps, still gazing at the Heavenly Pool with reluctance.

For the Merfolk Clan, living in water was always more comfortable than on land.

Beyond the Heavenly Pool was another mythical Wine Pool filled with Qiongyu Dew.

Just a sniff could make one feel a touch of intoxication.

At the end of the second level was a wondrous Heavenly Palace that looked even more magnificent than the entire Prince Chu's Mansion.

The plaque above read "Lingluo Heavenly Palace" in four large characters.

Inside the Heavenly Palace, various styles of ruqun, shan qun, ao qun, neon robes, silk, cloud brocade, silk... were countless, dazzling to the eye.

"So beautiful." Nangong Lian murmured.

White Plain also paused slightly in a daze.

Red Bell and Mu Wan'er's eyes gleamed; this place was truly a paradise for women.

Of course, there were also clothes suitable for Xia Xuan.

At this moment, Xia Xuan had changed into an elegant white robe.

The clothes in Lingluo Heavenly Palace were complete in variety, covering everything, even various styles of Dragon robes, and the material of the clothes was excellent.

At the back of the Heavenly Palace, many Jade Silkworms that could spit illusory silk were raised. They lived by devouring heaven and earth Origin Qi, continuously adding to the foundation of Lingluo Heavenly Palace.

"Your Highness." The women bowed.

Xia Xuan waved his hand, throwing out three portions of Origin Qi Great Medicine, Blood and Qi Great Medicine, and Divine Soul Great Medicine.

"The three of you have stabilized at the Peak of the Divine Martial Realm, and can now attempt to Breakthrough to the Dharma Aspect Realm. Each of you find a palace to go to."

The three women's expressions were unusual, White Plain was still relatively calm.

Mu Wan'er smiled, carefully holding the three portions of heaven and earth great medicine.

Red Bell was the most excited, her amorous gaze met Xia Xuan's, somewhat eager to make a move.

Xia Xuan waved his hand, dismissing the three women.

The heaven and earth great medicine he had acquired from the auction had now been largely consumed.

He alone used ten portions of Blood and Qi and Divine Soul Great Medicine for his own Breakthrough.

He bestowed a full portion to Lü Bu, and now three full portions again.

One of the Divine Soul Great Medicine portions was even obtained for free from the Heaven and Earth Merchant Guild.

Now, he only had thirteen portions of Origin Qi Great Medicine, five portions of Blood and Qi Great Medicine, and no Divine Soul Great Medicine.

The ratio was somewhat unbalanced, but he currently had no one under his command who needed to Breakthrough to the Dharma Aspect Realm.

Unless one of White Plain and the others failed their advancement.

Withdrawing his thoughts, Xia Xuan looked at Nangong Lian, who stood dumbfounded and at a loss, and walked directly towards her.

As the two got closer, Nangong Lian took a small step back, closed her eyes, and tightly pursed her red lips, showing a nervous posture, as if Xia Xuan was about to slap her.

In reality, Xia Xuan merely wanted to lead her to the Spiritual Marrow Heavenly Pool.

In the Heavenly Pool, Nangong Lian transformed into a mermaid tail, swimming joyfully. This free display of her nature was exceptionally beautiful.

It added a refreshing sight to the Heavenly Pool.

On the shore, Xia Xuan called over Nangong Lian, who was getting a little tired from swimming, and idly helped her comb her soft, smooth pink long hair.

Unbeknownst to him, Xia Xuan seemed to hear a faint purr, light as a sleeping kitten.

The Merfolk Clan's little girl had actually let down all her guard and fallen asleep peacefully beside him.

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Who knows how long this tranquil time lasted, when suddenly a clear bell chime sounded in the distance.

In the distance, a red-clothed Heavenly Maiden's Dharma Aspect manifested.

The Dharma Aspect Realm is divided into Illusory Dharma Aspect, Spiritual Dharma Aspect, and Divine Dharma Aspect.

Each additional zhang of the Dharma Aspect represents a level.

During the Illusory Dharma Aspect and Spiritual Dharma Aspect, there are only distinctions of three zhang, six zhang, and nine zhang.

When normally Breaking Through to the Dharma Aspect Realm, one condenses a three-zhang Dharma Aspect.

A few exceptionally talented individuals can directly condense a six-zhang Dharma Aspect.

Prodigies like Xia Xuan, who initially condense a nine-zhang Dharma Aspect, are extremely rare, only possible for certain legendary Physiques throughout history.

That Red Bell could condense a six-zhang Illusory Dharma Aspect was indeed worthy of her title as a Heavenly Maiden.

"Ying ning~" Nangong Lian woke up groggily. Since being placed on the Merfolk Dynasty's kill list, she hadn't rested so peacefully in a very long time.

"Your Highness~"

Red Bell's charming voice suddenly sounded nearby.

Xia Xuan looked over at the sound, only to see the exquisite beauty beside him clad in a thin gauze dress, with a cloud brocade moonlight white single garment underneath, vaguely revealing her full, enticing breasts and straight, slender jade legs that captivated the mind.

The exquisite beauty's eyes were like silk, and a small red bell was tied around her delicate neck, making her utterly charming.

Now that her Dharma Aspect was formed, Red Bell no longer needed to restrain herself.

The adoration in her eyes was almost crazed.

"Your Highness, there are quite a few interesting clothes in Lingluo Heavenly Palace. Ling'er wants to try them on with Your Highness, one by one."

...Witnessing everything firsthand, the Merfolk Clan maiden, who had re-realized Prince Chu's ruthlessness, blushed so deeply it looked like blood would drip. She dove deep into the Heavenly Pool several times, and after a while, she couldn't help but surface curiously to sneak a peek.

[Indulging in beauty, extreme pleasure, tyrant points + 10]

Two hours later.

Xia Xuan plunged into the Heavenly Pool, washing away the sticky grime from his body.

As soon as he came ashore, his communication talisman rang. Wu Zhong reported that Prince Qi had come to see him.