Douluo Dalu: Transforming Soul Rings into Soul Veins

Night fell. The courtyard was lit up with warm lights, making the surroundings look exceptionally warm and cozy.

Should I really just grab this fellow and take him to the Divine Realm to be a cook? Qing Xuan supported her pretty head, sat by the lake, and stared at the reflection of the moonlight on the water's surface, lost in thought.

Lin Feng, having finished all the cooking, walked to Qing Xuan's side and handed her a specially made fruit juice. "Want to try?"

Qing Xuan took the fruit juice, took a light sip, it was moderately sweet and sour, refreshing and thirst-quenching. She nodded slightly. "It's delicious." As she spoke, she took another sip. Her cherry lips left a faint water stain on the edge of the cup, looking exceptionally alluring. Her gaze shifted from the moonlight to Lin Feng, a shallow smile on the corner of her mouth.

Lin Feng smiled and sat down beside her. "Qing Xuan, what do you think of this kind of life?"

Qing Xuan was silent for a moment and slowly said, "It's very warm, very real. Although life in the Divine Realm is noble, it lacks this aura of the mortal world."

"Besides sleeping, it's the trivial matters of the Divine Realm. I have never had a time like today, similar to a gathering," her voice carried a trace of an imperceptible longing and emotion.

She smiled radiantly. "However, to have a year's time here is a rare opportunity to enjoy it. I really didn't expect that besides your strength that is very mismatched with your age, you also have such a good cooking skill hidden."

"It's really a surprise. Were all your confidantes tricked into your hands like this?" Qing Xuan's words carried a bit of teasing.

Hearing this, Lin Feng chuckled lightly. "Cooking is just a small part of life. As for confidantes, that's not something that can be tricked with cooking skills. What is needed is a true heart and understanding. To meet, to get to know, and to understand each other is the rarest fate in this world."

Qing Xuan nodded lightly, her gaze once again turning to the lake's surface. The moonlight swayed gently on the water, as if also telling something.

A strange light flashed in her pupils. She gently swirled the cup in her hand, as if savoring Lin Feng's words. The night wind blew gently, carrying a faint fragrance of flowers. The shadows of the two were stretched long on the ground, intertwining together, appearing exceptionally harmonious.

To meet, to get to know, to understand each other...

"Lin Feng, what you said during the day about love not being just simple companionship, what exactly did you mean? Do you think that the God of Destruction and I cannot be considered a true husband and wife?" Qing Xuan suddenly asked.

Hearing this, Lin Feng's gaze became deep. He sighed lightly, as if searching for the most appropriate words.

"Qing Xuan, the word 'love', to me, is the deep fusion of two souls. It is to be able to rely on each other no matter the wind or rain. It is to share the trivialities and beauty of life. And even more so, it is to give the most solid support and understanding when the other party needs it."

"Companionship is naturally an indispensable part of love. But with only companionship, if it lacks the communication and resonance of the soul, then it is like a rootless tree, difficult to last for long."

"A truly loving couple is one that unconditionally trusts and supports each other. To advance and retreat together is the most basic element between a husband and wife."

He slightly turned his head and looked at Qing Xuan. "As for you and the God of Destruction, your relationship is complex and special. Perhaps in the eyes of outsiders, you are the high and mighty divine partners. But the true state of your feelings, only you yourselves know best."

"Whether you can be considered a true husband and wife does not lie in the form, but in whether your hearts have truly felt the warmth and reliance that belongs to each other."

After hearing this, Qing Xuan was silent for a long time. Her gaze sparkled in the night.

Seeing her silent, Lin Feng couldn't help but speak again. "You can simply think about it. In the past, have you and the God of Destruction had a disagreement on a decisive issue? What were you thinking at that time?"

"Or one day, the God of Destruction is determined to handle a major matter in a way that is most in line with his will. What will your attitude be? If you might choose to stand on his opposite side, then..."

Speaking to this point, Lin Feng did not say more.

Qing Xuan was stunned for a moment. What kind of thing would cause a disagreement between me and Little Zi? The management authority of the central hub of the Divine Realm? It seems that's the only thing, right? Or, I haven't thought of more...

The two God-Kings of Goodness and Evil were looking for successors in other planes, and they themselves wished to enter reincarnation. No matter who the two new Gods of Goodness and Evil were...

It was impossible for them to directly take over the positions of the first-generation God of Goodness and God of Evil at this time. As newcomers, it was even more impossible for them to be in charge of the Divine Realm.

The great power of the Divine Realm would at that time surely fall into the hands of a certain god. And the God of Destruction, as one of the five great God-Kings of the Divine Realm, his ambition and strength were not to be underestimated.

Qing Xuan thought to herself, if there really were such a day, and the God of Destruction intended to monopolize the great power, would she, for the sake of the balance and harmony of the Divine Realm, choose to stand on his opposite side?

To choose to grasp the control of the central hub of the Divine Realm herself, or to hand it over to another first-level god?

After all, Little Zi's temper is indeed a little too great. He is often stubborn and uncompromising in his own views of what is right. Even I sometimes cannot persuade him...

If the Divine Realm were to be ruled by him...

Eh?

Qing Xuan was stunned for a moment. Does this count as not completely trusting him? We are clearly husband and wife...

She pursed her vermilion lips, her heart filled with mixed feelings. Perhaps, as Lin Feng had said, a true husband and wife was not just a formal union, but more importantly, a meeting of souls and an unconditional trust.

But between her and Little Zi, there seemed to be a faint, invisible barrier that made it impossible for her to completely open her heart.

"Lin Feng, are you and them like this?"

Lin Feng nodded. "We have experienced a lot together. Now, our goals in the general direction are the same. Just like when you came uninvited to the library, as I told you, if you were to make a move on Na'er, I would surely counter-attack decisively."

"Dong'er, Xue'er, and the others will also surely stand with me. As a newly born god, this should also be something you don't want to see."

Qing Xuan was silent.

Indeed so. Those wives of his, although there were some faint struggles, they got along quite harmoniously. Or rather... she glanced at Lin Feng, it was this fellow who had harmonized them too well.

If he were to choose to be an enemy of the Divine Realm, then they, who already had a god-seat inheritance, would also surely directly choose to be an enemy, and would not be like her, who had to think over and over again about everything with Little Zi.

Since it's a matter between both husband and wife, they should advance and retreat together...

The two continued to sit by the lake, enjoying this rare moment of tranquility. The night wind blew gently, carrying a faint fragrance of flowers and the freshness of the lake water, as if also adding a touch of warmth and harmony to their conversation.

And in Qing Xuan's heart, a trace of enlightenment gradually appeared.

Perhaps between herself and Little Zi, they really needed more communication and understanding to truly achieve a meeting of souls and trust. She decided that after she returned to the Divine Realm, she would have a good talk with Little Zi and pour out the thoughts and feelings in each other's hearts.

As for now... she glanced at the Lin Feng beside her. Since this fellow understands so much, and has so many wives who get along harmoniously with him, why not learn a thing or two from him?

On normal days, I can also see more of how they get along. Incidentally, I can also ask this fellow Lin Feng about his other thoughts.

After all, Little Zi is not here now. I'll just ask Lin Feng for a lesson first. It's not a big deal...

The night grew deeper. Bibi Dong slowly walked over from the other end of the courtyard. She was wearing a light purple long dress, which looked exceptionally elegant under the lights. Seeing Lin Feng and Qing Xuan sitting by the lake, she walked over with a smile.

"What are you two talking about here?" Bibi Dong asked softly, breaking the silence between the two.

Lin Feng stood up and chuckled lightly. "Nothing. Just casually talking about life," Lin Feng replied with a smile, at the same time pulling over a chair and signaling for Bibi Dong to sit down.

Bibi Dong sat down gracefully. Her gaze flowed between Lin Feng and Qing Xuan, very accurately capturing a trace of embarrassment on Qing Xuan's cheeks. She seemed to have sensed something, but she did not ask more, just said softly, "The night is so good. Why don't we talk about something light? Qing Xuan, what do you think of tonight's banquet? Is there any food you particularly like?"

Qing Xuan smiled faintly. Her gaze unconsciously turned to Lin Feng. "Tonight's banquet was very wonderful. Every dish was very special. But, if I have to say my favorite, it would still be Lin Feng's roasted fish. It really leaves an endless aftertaste."

Hearing this, a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of Bibi Dong's mouth. "It seems our roasted fish master has once again successfully conquered the heart of a diner."

Lin Feng chuckled lightly and said modestly, "Not at all, not at all. It just happened to suit Qing Xuan's taste. In the future, if there's a chance, I can also try to make more different dishes for everyone to try. You should know, I'm not just good at making roasted fish."

Hearing this, a trace of curiosity flashed in Qing Xuan's eyes. "That's really something to look forward to. I wonder what other hidden culinary skills you have."

Bibi Dong interjected with a smile, "Qing Xuan, you don't know. Xiao Feng is an all-around great chef. Whether it's desserts or main courses, puffs or fruit preserves, he can do it all with ease, making one unable to stop. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to taste them one by one in the future."

The three talked happily. The night also unknowingly grew deeper.

The heaviness in Qing Xuan's heart that had originally arisen from her thoughts gradually dissipated, replaced by a kind of ease and joy. She found that the time she spent with Lin Feng and Bibi Dong was so pleasant, as if all her troubles had been temporarily thrown to the back of her mind.

Of course, it was also possible that it was because of Bibi Dong's deliberate guidance. No one dislikes a companion who knows how to carry a conversation.

Looking at the color of the sky, Bibi Dong stood up and said, "It's time to rest."

"Sleep? I don't need it. I'll just stay here," Qing Xuan said, turning her head back to continue looking at the lake.

"Sleep... slumber..." This one wouldn't be the type to sleep for decades, right? Lin Feng stroked his chin and thought to himself.

Bibi Dong was stunned for a moment, her gaze moving slightly. She pulled on the corner of Lin Feng's clothes. "You go first. I'll ask her some things. Don't forget, tonight is my time. Go to my room, wash up, and wait for me."

The corner of Lin Feng's mouth twitched slightly. What the hell is with not using sound transmission? He looked at the Goddess of Life. Sure enough, the latter, even if she was a goddess of the Divine Realm, her earlobes were slightly red at this time.

Regarding matters of the bed, I'm afraid this one really wasn't as indifferent as she herself had said. After all, she was a virgin. Even a god had a woman's shyness and modesty.

Lin Feng smiled helplessly, nodded at Qing Xuan, and then turned to leave.

Qing Xuan looked at Lin Feng's departing back, an inexplicable emotion welling up in her heart. But she was soon pulled back to reality by Bibi Dong's voice.

"Goddess of Life,"

"Just call me Qing Xuan. I quite like the name Lin Feng gave me," Qing Xuan interrupted.

Bibi Dong was stunned for a moment, then the corners of her mouth lifted a little. "Alright, Qing Xuan. I wanted to ask you, the Rakshasa God, will she descend to the lower realm again? Not just her divine sense, is it possible that she will come with an incarnation like you?"

Qing Xuan thought carefully for a moment and nodded slightly. "It is possible. Although I had blocked her outside of the Douluo Star before..."

"But that is, after all, a part of the rules of the Divine Realm."

"She also cannot violate it. And if your cultivation takes another step forward, and you trigger the bottleneck or requirements of the next divine trial..."

"According to the rules of the Divine Realm, a god, in this situation, can send out a divine sense or an incarnation to their god-seat successor's side to investigate the situation and for further processing."

"At that time, I also cannot block her outside of the Douluo Star again. However, as her successor, she cannot deal a fatal blow to you. Just be prepared to deal with it."

Bibi Dong nodded and said, "But she may not necessarily. Do you know what kind of treatment I have suffered after accepting her god-seat assessment?"

"Treatment?"

Qing Xuan was stunned for a moment. "The divine trial inheritance rules of the Douluo Continent are basically the same. It's nothing more than being divided into nine trials."

"From the first to the ninth trial, there are different stages of rewards and tasks."

"If it's the initial stage, the difficulty shouldn't be too great. This is the default preferential treatment of the Divine Realm for its own candidates."

"No," Bibi Dong slowly shook her head, her expression cold as she said quietly.

"The Rakshasa God's god-seat assessment is not the same. She has never thought of seriously choosing a successor. Instead, under the name of the divine trial, she tortures the successor's mind and will..."

"In order to satisfy her twisted, wicked taste. In the process of accepting the assessment, I not only have to face tests from all sides, but also have to endure the spiritual torture she inflicts. The pain is far beyond what words can describe."

Hearing this, a look of surprise appeared on Qing Xuan's face, her willow-like brows furrowed tightly.

"Really?"

"Naturally."

Bibi Dong sneered coldly. "You may not know about her hostile relationship with the Asura. I was once a possible successor to the Asura God's god-seat, but was secretly attacked by her, and just happened to become the object for her to vent her dissatisfaction."

"Ever since I accepted her divine trial, I have had to be eroded by her divine power every day."

After hearing Bibi Dong's words, an anger surged in Qing Xuan's heart. The Asura and the Rakshasa were at odds, she naturally knew. But she had not expected that she would have such malice towards her own successor.

And yet, it's still within the rules. Another one who exploits the rules of the Divine Realm to satisfy her own selfish desires!

A year later, when I return to the Divine Realm, I must go to the Divine Realm Committee to discuss new rules for the Divine Realm. On this trip to the lower realm, I'll take the opportunity to go to the inheritance grounds of other gods and see if they have violated the rules or exploited loopholes!

Asura, Sea God, Speed, Strength, Fire God...

"Don't worry. I will not let her succeed," Qing Xuan said firmly. "If the Rakshasa God really dares to descend to the lower realm again to make a move on you, to add an assessment that shouldn't exist in the divine trial, I will stop her at all costs."

Bibi Dong smiled faintly. "In that case, then you can sleep in the room next to mine tonight. It just so happens that you can have a layer of protection."

"Next door?" Qing Xuan looked over with confusion.

Bibi Dong sighed. "My aura fluctuation has been a little unstable recently. I am already on the verge of a breakthrough. If you are not far away, if the Rakshasa comes to attack, you can also lend a hand."

"Alright," Qing Xuan thought for a moment and then nodded in agreement.

The two looked at each other and smiled, then immediately got up and walked towards their respective rooms.

The night grew deeper.

The color grew thicker.

Bibi Dong had set up a soundproof domain but had later set up an anti-soundproof domain. The sound was like the cry of an oriole, melodious and pleasant to hear.

The domain disappeared for a while, and Bibi Dong set it up again. But this little time was already enough...

The listener found it hard to be at peace. Qing Xuan, in the next room, her face was flushed red. To go was not an option, and not to go was also not an option. She forcefully shook her own head, wanting to throw the distracting thoughts out, but she couldn't do it no matter what.

In her heart, she couldn't help but think of that kind of shameful posture. Although she had never seen it, never experienced it, she had also imagined it...

A pity that Little Zi can't...

The figure of Lin Feng suddenly appeared in her mind. She was so scared she quickly shook her head and sealed her five senses. However, the spring scene lingered in her mind, unable to be dispelled.

Her gaze was resentful. That hateful little thief...