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Upon hearing Dai Chengfeng's words, he nodded. "Mm, go ahead and take it."
"Fortunately, I'm here. I can protect you while you absorb it, ensuring nothing goes wrong."
Qian Renxue paused mid-motion, her delicate chin tilting slightly upward as she shot Dai Chengfeng a glare.
"Protect me?"
Her tone carried a playful lilt, tinged with subtle irritation and mockery. "Lord Dai, despite whatever miraculous medicine you've consumed to recover from your physical injuries, your soul power…"
She deliberately elongated her words, her jade-like finger lightly tapping in the air, pointing toward the still-empty dantian she perceived within him, and continued:
"Remains completely empty."
"In this state, how are you supposed to protect me?"
"Unless you're planning to take advantage of me again when I'm not paying attention—I'd consider myself lucky if that doesn't happen!"
Qian Renxue spoke with certainty. After all, under her "powerful" perception, there was indeed no trace of soul power emanating from Dai Chengfeng's body—he appeared to be nothing more than an ordinary person with a strong physique but devoid of soul power.
However, what she didn't know was that the Xiantian Technique Dai Chengfeng practiced was far more profound than any meditation technique on the Douluo Continent. He had used it to seamlessly integrate his soul power into every inch of his body, concealing his energy and returning to a state of primal simplicity.
Unless he chose to reveal it, no one could perceive the true depth of his strength.
As for Dai Chengfeng, seeing the smug expression on her face—like she had already seen through him—he couldn't help but chuckle inwardly. However, he saw no need to explain further at this moment.
Without further hesitation, Qian Renxue sat cross-legged and gently brought the immortal herb, known as "Sacred Moonlight," which radiated a holy glow, to her lips…
Her red lips parted slightly, her pearly teeth delicately biting down as she placed the entire flower into her mouth.
The instant the petals touched her tongue, they weren't bitter but instead released an indescribable, refreshing sensation akin to a pure spring spreading through her mouth.
The next moment, an immense and supremely pure surge of light and life energy erupted like a long-dormant volcano suddenly awakening!
Boom—!
An indescribable torrent of heat violently erupted from Qian Renxue's abdomen!
This energy was so refined and vast, carrying a sanctified aura that purged everything in its path, forcefully surging through her limbs and rushing toward her soul power core!
Qian Renxue let out a soft groan. Her fair skin instantly flushed a deep crimson, like it had been stained with the finest rouge.
Pain!
It felt as though molten lava was coursing through her meridians, accompanied by an intense burning sensation and overwhelming pressure that swept across her entire body.
But intertwined with the pain was an unprecedented sense of relief, as if invisible impurities within her body were being dissolved and incinerated by this supremely pure light energy!
Every cell in her body seemed to rejoice.
"Dai Chengfeng actually gave me such a powerful immortal herb…"
For a moment, feeling the potency of the Sacred Moonlight exceed her expectations several times over, Qian Renxue's heart softened once again, filled with immense gratitude.
But she knew now wasn't the time to thank Dai Chengfeng.
She quickly steadied her mind and followed the method Dai Chengfeng had previously explained, fully mobilizing her soul power.
Behind her, her Six-Winged Angel martial soul abruptly manifested. The enormous golden wings unfurled under the moonlight, appearing more solid and radiant than ever before!
Her golden soul power, thick like viscous liquid light, was painstakingly guided by her as she attempted to envelop, assimilate, and tame the raging torrent of sacred energy within her.
However, the energy contained in the "Sacred Moonlight" was far vaster than she had anticipated!
Her defensive barriers of soul power were instantly overwhelmed and torn apart. The overwhelming purification force surged uncontrollably within her body like a wild horse breaking free, wreaking havoc through her meridians.
Not only did it assault her physical body, but it also carried an esoteric will, penetrating deep into her soul…
And heading straight for the core essence of her Six-Winged Angel martial soul, inherited from the Angel God!
"Ugh…"
A suppressed moan of pain escaped Qian Renxue's lips. Beads of sweat instantly formed on her smooth forehead, and her body trembled uncontrollably. The angelic shadow behind her flickered erratically, as if the massive energy might burst forth from her body at any moment.
Just as Qian Renxue's mind and body were nearly overwhelmed by this violent surge of energy, a broad, warm hand gently landed on her trembling shoulder.
The instant the hand touched her, an indescribably gentle yet profoundly neutral warmth seeped into her body.
It wasn't ordinary soul power—it carried a peculiar sharpness that systematically suppressed the nearly uncontrollable effects of the immortal herb.
Her scattered focus instantly stabilized, and her chaotic, painful sensations were smoothed out.
"Mmm…"
Qian Renxue let out a sigh of relief. The pain that had nearly torn her apart abruptly subsided by more than half.
With the immediate danger alleviated, Qian Renxue, still shaken, immediately realized what had happened.
She abruptly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with disbelief as she turned toward the hand resting on her shoulder, looking at its seemingly powerless yet supremely sharp owner!
Moonlight flowed like silk over Dai Chengfeng's figure.
His tall, upright form exuded none of his usual laziness or playfulness—only a calm, water-like focus.
His deep eyes now shone like the brightest stars in the night sky, clearly reflecting her astonished expression and the dazzling, swaying angelic shadow behind her.
More importantly, in Qian Renxue's perception, Dai Chengfeng's aura… had changed!
He was absolutely not in the state of someone with an "empty dantian devoid of soul power"!
How could this be…? Dai Chengfeng had no trace of soul power earlier, so how had it returned now?
What kind of technique was this?!
"Focus!"
Just as Qian Renxue's mind was racing with confusion, Dai Chengfeng's low voice thundered like a sudden clap of lightning in her ear: "Don't lose focus!"
"Guide the immortal herb's energy to strike at the core essence of your martial soul!"
"I'll assist you in absorbing its power!"
Almost simultaneously, Dai Chengfeng's fingers tightened slightly on her shoulder.
Buzz—!
A clearer, even more vast and sharp surge of soul power poured into her body!
This force acted like the strongest bridge and dam, fearlessly bearing the brunt of the most violent transformative energy of the Sacred Moonlight!
Like waves crashing against a shore, the shore stood firm as a mountain!
With this mountain-like protection and support, Qian Renxue instantly felt an unprecedented sense of security. Her last trace of worry vanished completely!
The shock in her golden eyes transformed into unwavering determination.
She took a deep breath, focusing all her mental energy inward, holding nothing back and harboring no reservations!
Her soul power, bolstered by Dai Chengfeng's immense strength, became more condensed and resilient than ever before!
"Success!"
She let out a low shout, using her own soul power as a guide to harness the tamed, surging energy within her. With great force, she struck at the flickering, fluctuating core imprint deep within her Six-Winged Angel spirit—the essence that seemed on the verge of ascension at any moment!
At the same time, the enormous six-winged angelic shadow behind her erupted with an unprecedented brilliance!
The sacred golden light intertwined and merged with the pure silver-white glow of the Sacred Moonlight, eventually shooting skyward like a tangible flame of crystalline light!
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