Chapter 185: Sheng Xinxin
"Lord Bi Ji, what brings you here?" Sheng Xinxin fluttered her wings as she approached the two of them. Sheng Xinxin appeared to be a woman in her thirties by human standards, with a noble and elegant demeanor. Her delicate features made her seem approachable and kind. She wore a pristine white dress that subtly emphasized her mature and striking figure, creating an allure that was both evident and tantalizing. Despite her voluptuous figure, her demeanor was transcendently graceful, which made people admire her beauty without harboring inappropriate thoughts.
Her wings were similar in size to those of Bi Ji, though with distinct differences. While Bi Ji 's wings were like translucent emerald sculptures, Sheng Xinxin's resembled those of a white swan—immaculately clean and flawlessly white. Every Light Unicorn had such a pair of wings, and yes, they could indeed fly.
"Xinxin, I've told you many times, you don't need to call me 'lord'," Bi Ji said with a slight shake of her head, her tone slightly exasperated.
"But there are outsiders here~" Sheng Xinxin's dignified air faltered, and her whole being... her entire demeanor shifted to something more whimsical and playful, winking playfully. She didn't care whether Du Qianjue was still there or not and flew straight to Bi Ji, hugging her slim waist and rubbing affectionately against her.
Bi Ji 's life essence was still as intoxicating as ever—how could one ever tire of it? At that moment, Sheng Xinxin abandoned her earlier nobility and grace, instead resembling a cat high on catnip.
"Qianjue is not an outsider; he is a friend of Star Dou," Bi Ji said, gently rubbing Sheng Xinxin's head. They had known each other for over a hundred thousand years. Initially, both were just over a hundred thousand years old, but because Bi Ji healed so many soul beasts of Star Dou, each act of healing increased her cultivation. Plus, the massive life force from the Lake of Life had sent her cultivation soaring.
Oh, right, and let's not forget Heavenly Dream Brother. This oversized power bank also contributed significantly to Bi Ji's cultivation. Ah-choo! This time, the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm couldn't hold back and sneezed loudly, causing waves in the sea of his spiritual domain. This action even woke up the Ice Emperor.
The Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm liked to burrow next to where the Ice Emperor slept, and the Ice Emperor, having no choice, let it sleep by his side. After all, it didn't matter where one slept in the spiritual sea. But waking up because of this bug? The Ice Emperor was furious and flicked his large, emerald tail against the plump body of the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm.
Thus, a world where only the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm was hurt was achieved…
Back outside.
After cuddling with Bi Ji, Sheng Xinxin turned her curious and wary gaze to Du Qianjue. "Bi Ji, why did you bring a human to our territory? You're not planning to use my kin for his soul rings, are you?" Her tone was full of reluctance.
Bi Ji nodded and then shook her head. "Yes and no."
"What do you mean?" Sheng Xinxin tilted her head in confusion.
"It's not about using your kin for his soul rings, but about using you," Bi Ji explained.
"!" Sheng Xinxin jumped back in shock, retreating over a hundred meters with her hands crossed protectively over her chest, looking at Bi Ji with suspicion.
"Really, Bi Ji? I thought of you as my sister, and you stab your sister in the back?"
"What are you talking about?" Bi Ji, half amused and half exasperated, explained the situation to Sheng Xinxin again.
After hearing everything, Sheng Xinxin furrowed her brows thoughtfully. "So, you understand, right? I would have offered myself up to him if he hadn't refused my soul ring," Bi Ji said with a hint of regret, her gaze somewhat reproachful. You don't let me be your soul ring, nor do you let me be your mate? I'm the Emerald Swan Bi Ji! Don't I deserve some face?
Du Qianjue shivered and forced a smile at Bi Ji. Too many romantic entanglements!
"You're already at 290,000 years, and you told me last time that you weren't sure you could survive the 300,000-year heavenly tribulation," Bi Ji held Sheng Xinxin's hand, her voice tinged with reluctance. "I really don't want you to fall during the tribulation! So when Qianjue mentioned he wanted a light attribute soul ring, I immediately thought of you. If possible, by sacrificing yourself to Qianjue, and once he becomes a god in the future and revives you, you can achieve immortality."
Hearing Bi Ji words, Sheng Xinxin paused her deliberations, her gaze becoming resolute. "I don't trust humans, but I trust you, sister. Since you say it's okay, I'll do as you say," she nodded to Bi Ji, then turned to Du Qianjue. "Human, I agree to what Bi Ji suggested. I will offer myself to you, so please take good care of me in the future."
"Please take good care of me!" Du Qianjue responded earnestly.
After the two had communicated, Bi Ji also spoke up, "Let's go inside your clan first. You should explain this to your kin to avoid turmoil after your sacrifice."
"That's indeed necessary," Sheng Xinxin smiled. "Let's go in together. After I've talked to my kin, I'll proceed with the sacrifice."
"Qianjue, may I call you that? And you can call me by my name as well."
"Of course," Du Qianjue smiled and nodded.
The three of them flew into the valley, and Sheng Xinxin led them to her dwelling. After offering them wine and fresh fruits, she went to gather her kin to discuss the matter of her sacrifice.
Bi Ji picked up a jug and poured Du Qianjue a cup of fruit wine, rich and slightly thick with a robust fruity aroma—this was a rare and exquisite wine brewed by the Light Unicorns.
"Try it. Xinxin has brewed quite a lot of this wine, and I quite like it," Bi Ji said softly. "Once she's settled things with her kin, she can leave with you."
"Alright, you try some too," Du Qianjue nodded, pouring a cup for Bi Ji as well.
Taking a sip, the thick liquid rolled down his throat, and the sweet fruitiness exploded on his palate. Though the wine was sweet, it wasn't cloying but rather refreshing like fruit juice, invigorating and delightful.
Sheng Xinxin's brewing skills were indeed impressive.