Dai Chengfeng looked at the two women who had admitted their mistakes. Earlier, they had taken advantage of his mother's presence during dinner to "test" him, leaving him unable to retaliate then.
Thinking about it, he released them with a satisfied smile.
Instantly, the two women felt as if they had been pardoned and sprang up like they had been shocked, clutching their still burning, stinging areas. They staggered backward several steps, trying to distance themselves from Dai Chengfeng, the "dangerous source."
For a moment, the two women stood opposite Dai Chengfeng, both embarrassed and angry, their eyes practically shooting flames as they glared fiercely at him. Glistening droplets of water clung to their eyelashes, making them appear pitiable yet emanating an aura of murderous intent.
"Hmph!"
Hu Liena was overwhelmed with shame and anger, her chest heaving violently. "Dai! Cheng! Feng! I'll remember this! You wait! I will definitely get back at you! Definitely!"
In her heart, Hu Liena silently 'vowed.'
Zhu Zhuqing was no different.
The icy glare in her usually cold eyes was even more intense than Hu Liena's, silently declaring that she would not forget today's humiliation and would surely repay it someday!
However, facing the two women's eyes filled with 'anger,' Dai Chengfeng paid no heed at all.
After all, if he could subdue them once, he could do it again. What was there to fear even if they tried to rebel?
Thus, he casually shook the water droplets off his hands, the smirk on his lips deepening, exuding an air of calm readiness to face any challenge.
"Hmph!" *2
Faced with Dai Chengfeng's gaze, the two women let out another soft snort, too angry to speak but too intimidated to act.
Seeing this, Dai Chengfeng smiled triumphantly, tilting his head to look at the bright moon in the sky. "Alright, it's getting late. I have something else to do later, so let's stop fooling around and get down to business."
As he spoke, his slender fingers brushed lightly over the soul-guided ring on his hand.
The next second, a faint glow flickered, and two flowers emitting strange light and two perfectly round, translucent pills floated quietly above his palm.
The two pills were identical in color, as white as jade, radiating a gentle luster—they were the latest batch of Great Rejuvenation Pills he had concocted.
As for the two flowers, one was entirely crystalline, its leaves resembling finely carved jade, full and vibrant with life. The flower itself resembled a daffodil, its petals gracefully unfurled, exuding a holy and elegant milky-white hue. A faint, almost transparent fragrance wafted through the air, refreshing and soothing to the senses.
This was the herb—Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone—that Zhu Zhuqing had consumed in the original storyline.
The other flower was equally peculiar. It was a delicate pink, its layers of petals soft as silk. At the center of the petals, a tiny, intricate heart-shaped pattern naturally formed, surrounded by a faint pink halo that emitted an aura that quickened the heartbeat and stirred inexplicable emotions.
This was the herb specially prepared for Hu Liena—Star Tear Bewitching Heart Grass.
Initially, the two women were still seething with anger over how Dai Chengfeng had humiliated them earlier and didn't want anything to do with him. But when he mentioned that it was time for "serious matters," their curiosity got the better of them, and they turned their attention toward him. After all, while Dai Chengfeng might be unreliable at times—like just moments ago—he was never one to joke about important matters.
Thus, the moment the herbs and the pills appeared, they immediately captured the women's attention.
"Huh?"
Hu Liena's fox-like eyes widened slightly, her rosy lips parting as she let out a puzzled "huh."
"Dai Chengfeng, what kind of flowers are these? And those pills… why do they feel… extraordinary?"
As she spoke, she couldn't help but take a small step closer to Dai Chengfeng, her gaze completely captivated by the delicate pink heart-shaped flower that seemed oddly attuned to her own aura.
She had a gut feeling that the flower was something exceptional, and she instinctively wanted it.
Even Zhu Zhuqing, despite her usually aloof demeanor, couldn't resist turning her head slightly. Her clear, piercing gaze locked onto the herb and the pill, her lips pressing tightly together.
"What is this?"
Her voice remained cold, but carried a touch more feminine charm and softness than usual.
Seeing the curious expressions on their faces, Dai Chengfeng decided not to keep them guessing.
"These are immortal herbs!"
As he spoke, Dai Chengfeng's gaze shifted to Zhu Zhuqing, and he pointed to the crystal-clear, daffodil-like herb. "This one is for you—Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone, a top-tier immortal herb."
"It has the effect of nourishing tendons and bones, unblocking the eight extraordinary meridians, and greatly enhancing the speed of spirit power cultivation!"
"Immortal herb? Narcissus Jade Bone Herb?"
Zhu Zhuqing's eyes followed Dai Chengfeng's fingertip, settling on the Narcissus Jade Bone Herb. She seemed to recall something and gasped in surprise.
Originally, Zhu Zhuqing had no idea what an immortal herb was, but a few months ago…
At that time, her father had returned from court unusually excited. Zhu Zhuqing overheard him telling her mother in hushed tones that Emperor Dai An and the High Priest had both broken through to the Elder Douluo realm after consuming immortal herbs.
Later, her father called her into the room and explained in detail what an immortal herb was, how rare and precious it was, and told her that she was truly blessed.
At the time, Zhu Zhuqing didn't understand what her father meant or why he suddenly told her all this. But now…
Immortal herbs!
Even the Emperor consumed immortal herbs… and these… could they possibly be from Dai Chengfeng?!
The realization struck Zhu Zhuqing like a thunderclap, and her gaze toward Dai Chengfeng was filled with sudden clarity.
So… the good fortune her father spoke of originated here!
But soon, a wave of gratitude washed over Zhu Zhuqing's heart: such an invaluable treasure of heaven and earth—an immortal herb—and Dai Chengfeng is actually giving it to me?
Dai Chengfeng… fiancé…?
Zhu Zhuqing pressed her lips together, wanting to say something but unable to find her voice.
Meanwhile, Dai Chengfeng had already turned his gaze to Hu Liena, who was staring intently at the pink flower. "As for this one, it's called Star Tear Bewitching Heart Grass, and it's for you, Nana."
"This grass has a natural affinity with the spiritual force domain. Consuming it will provide an unimaginable boost and refinement to your spiritual power!"
At this point, Dai Chengfeng paused, lowering his voice slightly and adding a hint of anticipation. "What's even more interesting…"
"It naturally carries a bewitching aura and energy that resonates deeply with the fundamental allure of your Fox martial soul."
"I wonder what kind of sparks will emerge when the two are combined? Your charm abilities might undergo a qualitative leap, or even give rise to some novel and unexpected effects. But all of that will depend on your own exploration and discovery."
"I… I get one too?!"
Although Hu Liena had already guessed something when Dai Chengfeng took out two immortal herbs, hearing that he was actually giving her one left her unable to contain her joy, and she blurted out in disbelief.
"This is a legendary immortal herb, a treasure of heaven and earth that not even the Spirit Hall possesses?! And… it's so perfectly suited to my martial soul?!"
"Spiritual power enhancement; charm ability evolution…"
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