Outside the inner city, Bo Saixi stood there, her face exquisitely beautiful, her aura transcendent.

  Many gazes fell on her, but no one dared to linger for too long.

  Because they felt that lingering any longer would be an act of desecration.

  "Sisi, is it really you?"

  Qian Daoliu walked out of Thunder Emperor City, his expression somewhat dazed as he looked at the woman outside the city.

  Countless days and nights had passed, and that figure who haunted his dreams had finally appeared before him once more.

  How could he not be excited?

  Moreover, the Serpent Spear Douluo had said that she had come looking for him.

  Thinking about it this way, he became even more excited.

  Perhaps she had finally come around; she must have come around.

  After all these years, Bo Saixi must have realized that he was better than Tang Chen.

  Wait, no.

  According to Qin Xiao, Tang Chen had already kicked the bucket...

  So, Bo Saixi had come looking for him, not because he was so great, but simply because he was the st one standing?

  Bah, who cares?

  Survival is the ultimate truth.

  "No matter how you put it, I’m the one who’s still smiling in the end, right?"

  "I won, I really won."

  Rubbing his hands and smoothing his hair, Qian Daoliu finally walked up to Bo Saixi.

  "I thought you would take a bath and change your clothes before coming over," Bo Saixi said, sounding annoyed.

  This guy hadn't changed at all over the years; he still loved to mess around with fshy stuff.

  "You're right. I came too hastily and forgot such an important matter," Qian Daoliu admitted, finding her words reasonable and preparing to return to the city to fix himself up.

  "Enough with the nonsense. No matter how you dress up, it's just the same," Bo Saixi snorted coldly.

  "Sisi, you haven’t changed either over all these years," Qian Daoliu replied with an awkward smile.

  No doubt about it, just hearing her tone confirmed it was definitely Bo Saixi.

  "I'm not here to chat with you. I have other matters to discuss," Bo Saixi got straight to the point.

  "Of course, I knew you had other matters," Qian Daoliu responded. "Go ahead, I’m ready."

  He puffed out his chest, preparing himself for what he thought would be Bo Saixi pouring out her emotions.

  "Alright, since you're ready, I'll say it directly. This time, I’ve come with Qin Xiao's will. He intends to include the sea cn into the Douluo Alliance, and I am his appointed representative of the sea cn."

  "In other words, he wants me to become a member of the Douluo Alliance's council."

  Bo Saixi thought for a moment, feeling that her expnation was a bit cking, so she added, "By the sea cn, I don't just mean the sea spirit masters. It also includes some spirit beast species, such as the Demon Spirit Great White Shark cn...

  "Oh, right. The Deep Sea Demon Whale King also asked me to pass on a message that he has joined the sea cn and will no longer be an enemy to humans or Sea God Isnd."

  However, after hearing Bo Saixi's words, Qian Daoliu felt as if he had been struck by lightning. His mind went bnk, buzzing with confusion.

  What was happening?

  Why was reality so different from what he had imagined?

  No way, it must be an illusion.

  Thinking this, he pinched himself.

  Hiss...

  It hurt a lot...

  So, Bo Saixi really came to him for business?

  Qian Daoliu found it hard to accept this fact.

  After all, he had come full of joy, and the reality was just too disappointing.

  Unable to suppress himself, he asked, "Are you done talking?"

  "I'm done," she replied.

  "Is it just this? Are you sure you didn't leave anything out? How about thinking it over again?" he asked, still holding onto a sliver of hope.

  "I am very sure. There is no need to think it over..." Bo Saixi confirmed firmly.

  But Qian Daoliu was far from calm.

  Bo Saixi could clearly see the rapid changes in Qian Daoliu's expression, as if different lights fshed across his face—blue, bck, white, then green.

  "Are you alright?" Bo Saixi asked, puzzled.

  "What could be wrong with me?" Qian Daoliu forced a ugh. "It’s just that I’m too happy to see you. I got a bit too excited."

  He struggled to cover up his inner sadness with a smile.

  This was how he mourned a love that ended before it even began.

  What a tragedy.

  If only he hadn't overthought things, there would be no problem.

  "In that case, since I’m already here in Spirit City, why not take a tour?" Bo Saixi suggested.

  "Oh, wait," she corrected herself upon noticing the words above the city gate. "Spirit City is now called Thunder Emperor City."

  "As it should be."

  "There's still a few days until the first meeting of the alliance. I’ll arrange for someone to accompany you on your tour," Qian Daoliu replied with a forced smile, leading Bo Saixi into Thunder Emperor City.

  ...

  Night fell.

  In a luxurious mansion.

  Zhu Zhuqing, Meng Yiran, Ah Yin, Ning Rongrong, and Dugu Yan had gathered together.

  They chatted about everything, chirping away like a flock of sparrows.

  "Not much time has passed, but so many things have changed. We used to call Sister Erlong the dean, but now we just call her sister," Meng Yiran sighed.

  "Speaking of which, I have something to say. Have you noticed that Sister Erlong seems a bit different tely?" Ning Rongrong was the first to bring up a gossip topic.

  "It looks like she's gained some weight, and her belly seems slightly swollen..." Dugu Yan pondered and whispered, "And she especially craves sour food tely..."

  Everyone nodded silently.

  They had all noticed these unusual changes as well.

  Ning Rongrong, with a mysterious look, said, "I read some books and asked around. Given these symptoms, it's very likely that Sister Erlong is... well, it seems to have been at least three or four months already..."

  "She’s... expecting..."

  "That’s really something to envy."

  "......"

  After hearing Ning Rongrong's words, a look of longing appeared in everyone’s eyes.

  Who wouldn’t want to have a child with Qin Xiao?

  Especially since Qin Xiao was going to be away for a long time this time.

  Having a child would give them something to hold onto, wouldn’t it?

  What a pity.

  They just hadn't been fortunate enough.

  "Don't be discouraged, everyone. We are still young; there will be more opportunities in the future."

  Seeing their expressions, Ning Rongrong encouraged them, "But I do have a suggestion..."

  "What suggestion?" they asked.

  "How about we discuss... what positions make it easier to... you know..." Ning Rongrong trailed off, but her words were enough to make everyone blush.

  "What are those looks for? I’m just thinking about everyone's happiness... I’ll go first..."

  Ning Rongrong spoke with confidence at first, but her voice grew quieter, "I think... doing it from behind... because it's deeper..."

  "Well, the side isn’t bad either..." Dugu Yan, her face flushed, shared her opinion.

  "What about Zhuqing?" Ning Rongrong turned to look at Zhu Zhuqing, given that she had been with Qin Xiao the longest.

  "I-I’m not sure either..."

  "Qin Xiao always said... wider hips are... good..." Zhu Zhuqing lowered her head, her face practically buried in her chest.

  She never imagined that one day they would be having such an open discussion on this topic.

  It was too embarrassing.

  "Ah Yin..."

  Ning Rongrong, taking the lead in the conversation, actively drew everyone in.

  At the same time, she made a mental note of their comments, pnning to find a chance to try each position with Qin Xiao in the future.

  "Hey, Ah Yin, what’s wrong?"

  Only now did Ning Rongrong notice that Ah Yin had her eyes closed.

  Then, a faint golden light began to radiate from Ah Yin’s body.

  Her aura grew increasingly powerful.

  One soul ring after another emerged beneath her feet.

  Soul Sage, Soul Douluo... then, she reached the level of Titled Douluo?

  "Wow. What’s happening? How did Ah Yin's cultivation increase so rapidly?" Ning Rongrong was stunned.

  Her eyes widened, her jaw nearly hitting the ground.

  "Something unknown must have happened to Ah Yin. Who knows if it's a good or bad thing," Zhu Zhuqing said with a furrowed brow.

  After experiencing so many things, rapid cultivation breakthroughs were not necessarily positive.

  "You can all rest assured..."

  Just then, Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo walked in from outside.

  Of course, this wasn't just a coincidence.

  Since the turmoil on the Douluo Continent began, Ning Fengzhi and the others had stayed close by.

  Even though things had settled down, Ning Fengzhi, for safety's sake and to prevent the Abyssal creatures from unching a desperate attack, was living in a nearby courtyard with Sword Douluo. At the slightest sign of trouble, they could rush over immediately.

  Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's confused look, Ning Fengzhi expined, "You probably didn't notice, but Qin Xiao had this same glow before.

  "Later, he mentioned that it was a manifestation of the will of the pne. Ah Yin must have received the power from the pne's will, which caused this change..."

  The will of the pne!?

  With Ning Fengzhi's expnation, everyone understood.

  However, their worry for Ah Yin did not lessen.

  After all, who knew whether the pne’s will, after boosting someone’s strength, might develop some unwanted intentions?

  Especially since Qin Xiao had already reached a level where he threatened the will of the pne.

  "Zhuqing, Rongrong, don't worry. I’m fine," Ah Yin suddenly opened her eyes.

  "The will of the pne has chosen to enhance me for two reasons.

  "First, it sensed my abundant life energy, which aligns with some of its characteristics. Therefore, it wants to select me as its representative in the human world and has significantly increased my cultivation level..."

  "Ah Yin, you’ve practically soared to the heavens. Even I might not be able to harm you now," Sword Douluo said with a light ugh, stroking his beard.

  Of course, he wasn't fttering her. From Ah Yin, he could sense a profound and mysterious aura that he couldn't quite grasp.

  "Sword senior, please don’t belittle yourself. My meager cultivation level is nothing," Ah Yin replied humbly.

  Sword Douluo simply smiled at her humility, choosing not to say anything further.

  Some things are better left unsaid.

  "Ah Yin, you’re amazing! Why didn’t the pne's will choose me? Am I not cute enough? Well, I don't want to be a representative anyway; just boost my cultivation level!" Ning Rongrong grumbled.

  Everyone: "......"

  Isn’t that asking a bit too much?

  Why should it boost your cultivation level if it doesn’t choose you as its representative?

  It’s absolutely absurd.

  Ning Fengzhi shook his head helplessly. "Ah Yin, please don’t mind Rongrong's nonsense. I’m more curious about the second matter you mentioned."

  Ah Yin didn't beat around the bush and replied, "The second matter is reted to the Abyssal creatures.

  "Some of the Abyssal creatures that escaped are still sneaking around the Douluo Continent, causing destruction. The will of the pne wishes to cooperate with the Douluo Federation to purge them."

  After speaking, she looked calmly at Ning Fengzhi.

  After all, he was one of the few decision-makers within the Douluo Federation.

  "Ah Yin, how does the will of the pne intend to cooperate?" Ning Fengzhi asked.

  "It can provide the coordinates of the Abyssal creatures."

  Ning Fengzhi hesitated for a moment before replying, "Normally, purging the Abyssal creatures is our responsibility. However, the times have changed, and it’s not something I can agree to immediately. I will bring this matter up for discussion. Please convey this..."

  Ah Yin smiled gently. "No need to go through all that trouble. I trust your word, Sect Master Ning. The will of the pne has already heard it..."

  "That’s good to hear. We will have an answer in three days. United, the Federation will surely make the right decision..." Ning Fengzhi was confident in the newly formed Douluo Federation.

  ...

  Time flies like an arrow; days and nights alternate swiftly.

  Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

  Today was a grand occasion.

  The Douluo Federation was officially established.

  In the square in front of the Pope’s Pace, fgs fluttered, and the crowd was immense.

  Inside the Pope’s Pace, all the significant figures from the Douluo Continent had gathered.

  Among them, Qian Daoliu, Ning Fengzhi, Xue Qinghe, the Star Luo Supreme Emperor, and Liu Erlong—the five members of the alliance—sat around a long table, their faces serious.

  Behind each of them sat the powerhouses from their respective factions.

  "Great Worship, please speak first," Ning Fengzhi suggested.

  Qian Daoliu held the highest cultivation, seniority, and age among those present.

  The others nodded in agreement.

  "Alright, since everyone gives me this honor, I won’t refuse it," Qian Daoliu said as he stood up.

  "First, I propose that the sea cn join the Douluo Federation, with Bo Saixi as their representative and the sixth council member."

  As soon as Qian Daoliu finished speaking, Bo Saixi stood up from her seat.

  All eyes turned toward her.

  Some took a deep breath, while others frowned slightly.

  "The sea spirit masters have always been at odds with the spirit masters of the Douluo Continent, so this..." The Star Luo Supreme Emperor began but hesitated.

  However, everyone understood the implication behind his words.

  Many others agreed with him.

  This reaction was normal.

  "If they are not of our kind, their hearts are different."

  Although sea spirit masters were human, in the eyes of the people of the Douluo Continent, they were no different from another race.

  Furthermore, the sea cn likely included more than just sea spirit masters.

  Bo Saixi frowned slightly.

  Qian Daoliu signaled to her with his eyes, telling her not to be anxious.

  He still had his trump card to py.

  "Ahem." After clearing his throat, Qian Daoliu continued, "Apologies, I forgot to mention earlier. The sea cn's inclusion in the Douluo Federation is Qin Xiao's will."

  What?

  Qin Xiao's will?

  Everyone was stunned. Who could object now?

  They immediately changed their stance! The Star Luo Supreme Emperor quickly said, "Although sea spirit masters have long been at odds with the spirit masters of the Douluo Continent, this proposal... seems like a good one.

  "If the two great empires can shake hands and make peace, I believe that under the Federation's guidance, long-standing grudges can also be resolved. Together, we can strive for mutual development, shared progress, and create a brighter future."

  The Star Luo Supreme Emperor's words were met with thunderous appuse.

  Soon, the five council members unanimously approved the sea cn's inclusion in the Douluo Federation. Bo Saixi became the sixth council member and took her seat at the council table to participate in the deliberations.

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