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Chapter 243: The Transaction
"Nuwa..."
As if calling from the depths of her soul, Zhao Ling'er's face grew even more holy, her body slowly moved, straightened up, and the seven-colored divine light gradually dimmed, but it was still giving its final gift.
Xu Le approached Zhao Ling'er's body and began to record the changes in her body with his divine sense. He discovered that under the transformation of the seven-colored divine light, her body had dozens of additional meridians, which were laid at her heart and connected to her internal organs.
The blood, which had been as red as human blood, now contained a faint purple glow that was too faint to be seen with the naked eye.
"What's going on!"
Zhao Ling'er looked at her half-human, half-snake body with a panicked expression, completely unable to believe that this was her own body. The sudden major change caused this innocent girl to scream hysterically, and the enormous earth divine power spread in all directions.
Rumble!
The earth's divine power spread outwards in waves, damaging all the books that came into contact with it from the inside out, causing them to fall to the ground.
"You audacious little thief, how dare you cause trouble on Immortal Spirit Island!"
A spell burst forth from the depths of the dense forest, but was blocked by Xu Le's psychic shield, disintegrating into specks of starlight that scattered between heaven and earth.
An elderly woman dressed in fine clothes walked briskly with a cane, arriving in front of Xu Le in just a few minutes. When she saw Zhao Ling'er in her half-human, half-snake state, a hint of joy flashed in her eyes. However, when she saw the clothes lying on the ground and discovered that Zhao Ling'er was only wearing a bodice, her joy turned into rage.
"You lecherous scoundrel, die!"
The old woman gathered her inner energy in her cane and brought it down like a collapsing mountain.
"Too weak!"
Xu Le didn't even bother with her, letting the old woman strike his psychic shield. The huge recoil sent the old woman flying.
Xu Le continued to carefully record the changes in Zhao Ling'er's body, meticulously examining the differences between her body and that of ordinary people. He discovered that after these meridians were added, her body seemed to have a wonderful resonance with the earth, with a continuous flow of earth magic surging into her body.
Zhao Ling'er opened her eyes and saw Xu Le standing close by. Looking at his serious gaze and handsome face, her heart trembled and a sense of curiosity arose: Who is he?
But she quickly put those feelings aside, because she saw her grandmother leaning on a cane, her clothes covered in dust, and despite her physical discomfort, she twisted her body and tried to rush over.
Xu Le hadn't finished observing her yet, so how could he let her leave? He gently touched her, freezing her in place, and stroked her smooth face with his palm, his divine sense probing her soul through her head.
"Spare the princess! I'm willing to die in her place!"
Grandma rushed forward and knelt on the ground to plead. After raising Zhao Ling'er for so many years, the feelings she had developed went far beyond loyalty; they were more like the affection of a mother who treated her as her own daughter.
"Grandma! No!"
With tears in her eyes, Zhao Ling'er glared hatefully at the man before her, her eyes wide, her expression of shame and anger adding to her charm.
After recording everything, Xu Le looked at the situation before him and smiled gently, but in Zhao Ling'er's eyes, it was nothing short of a demonic smile.
"Get up, I won't harm her!"
After communicating with the consciousness of the Heavenly Dao for a moment, Xu Le released Zhao Ling'er from her restraints and quietly watched her move her snake tail to help her grandmother up. Seeing that Zhao Ling'er was only bound by her chest wrap, Xu Le stroked his chin and felt that he had recently become quite interested in snake spirits, especially descendants of Nuwa.
Ning Caichen said he was a ghost, Luo Shiyi said he was a caterpillar, and he himself said he was a snake!
Xu Le shook his head, putting aside these chaotic thoughts, walked up to them, and said with a smile amidst their fearful eyes, "I was entrusted by someone to escort Zhao Ling'er to Nanzhao. I was just curious before, please forgive me!"
Although there was no hint of apology, Grandma felt a great weight lifted from her heart. After all, if such a terrifying figure were an enemy, they would surely die. Although she didn't know what his purpose was, maintaining this situation was the best course of action.
Grandma, seizing the opportunity, held Zhao Ling'er's hand and looked at her half-human, half-snake form with mixed feelings of joy and worry. However, upon seeing Xu Le beside her, she pondered for a moment and said in a deep voice, "Although I am weak, I am not someone to be trifled with! What are your intentions in defiling my princess's purity like this!"
A blush rose to Zhao Ling'er's cheeks, and her snake tail swayed slightly. It wasn't because she liked Xu Le, but simply because her grandmother knew about it, and she couldn't help feeling shy and embarrassed.
Xu Le was well aware of his grandmother's scheming, but he didn't expose her. Originally, he only wanted to use Zhao Ling'er, a descendant of Nuwa, for personal gain. However, now that the power of creation within Xiao Jingang's body had been taken out and given to Zhao Ling'er, from that moment on, Zhao Ling'er was regarded as Xu Le's possession, and the meaning had changed.
Moreover, after Zhao Ling'er's body was modified, it seemed to have undergone some changes. The Creation Authority was something left behind by Nuwa after she advanced to the fourth level. Although it was incomplete, the Dao intent contained within it should not be underestimated. If the secrets within were successfully obtained, it would greatly help Xu Le's cultivation path and weaken the shackles before advancing to the fourth level.
"So, what does Grandma think we should do?"
Xu Le's smile grew even more gentle. He valued Zhao Ling'er's potential and identity after her transformation. If she was just a simple pretty face, he wouldn't be interested in putting too much effort into her. After all, there were countless beauties in the myriad worlds, and peerless beauties were as common as weeds.
His original purpose was to take Zhao Ling'er to Nanzhao, retrieve the Five Elemental Pearls and other items based on her destiny, seize the power of the Nuwa clan, and meet the Moon Worship Cult Leader whom he had his eye on.
When Grandma saw Xu Le's appearance, she knew that he had feelings for her princess. Although she was saddened, she was also very worried about protecting her young lady and finding her a good husband so that she wouldn't end up like the witch queen, with a weak and incompetent husband.
Although Xu Le claimed to be helping someone with an escort, his true purpose was unknown. However, judging from their brief exchange, the man in front of him was domineering. Although he claimed to be helping with the escort, if anyone disagreed, they would surely die.
As for whether Xu Le will be sincere, everything will change once he becomes his wife. External affairs will become family matters, and he will care about Zhao Ling'er. Moreover, Zhao Ling'er's body has already been seen by the man in front of her. If she doesn't go for him, who else would she go for?
"What I mean is, you must marry my young lady, promise to treat her well for the rest of your life, and help her get revenge!"
Grandma spoke with a strong voice, her stern eyes signaling Zhao Ling'er to be quiet. She stared intently at Xu Le, her strength inferior, yet she still had a heart to protect Ling'er.
"good!"
Xu Le nodded in agreement. He was not a heartless person. After the Path of Heartlessness was shattered, he returned to the state of human emotions and desires, making him more like a human being. Moreover, why not accept such a good thing? He was not the kind of person who wanted to have his cake and eat it too. He would naturally accept such a good thing without hesitation.
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Chapter 244: Starry Night
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A room full of candles and flowers welcomes a virtuous lady; spring sunshine illuminates the curtains.