Chapter 131: Woman, You're Playing with Fire
"Why else? To salvage the reputation of their Shrek Academy," Du Busi said, smirking.
"You didn't know?"
"What should I have known? I went straight to the Xue LingLong's territory after the competition ended and only passed through Heaven Dou City on my way back. I left as soon as I entered the city," Du Qianjue scratched his head.
Du Busi looked at Du Qianjue with a peculiar expression, his face full of intrigue.
"Do you know that our Body Sect has really made a name for itself this time?" Du Busi patted Du Qianjue's shoulder.
"Because of me? Or because of Shrek Lake?" Du Qianjue pointed at himself.
"Both, I guess, but mostly because of you," Du Busi sat down naturally on a nearby chair and took a sip of the tea Snow Empress had brewed.
" Shrek has been in a bit of a tough spot recently. According to the information our Body Sect received, half of Shrek Lake's students dropped out after the competition, seriously weakening them."
"And Shek Lake Academy's reputation has really taken a hit on the continent. The four great empires are all adding fuel to the fire, leaving those people at Shrek extremely frustrated."
Du Busi couldn't help but laugh, clearly taking pleasure in Shrek Lake's misfortune.
"To salvage their image, Shrek sent people everywhere to spread the news about you, creating a perception that you are so strong, it's normal that they couldn't beat you. It wasn't Shrek Academy's fault. I have to say, it's been quite effective; Shrek Lake's internal affairs have temporarily stabilized, and our Body Sect has also become famous because of you."
Du Qianjue's mouth twitched.
What kind of strategic maneuver is this? I've heard of belittling others to elevate oneself, but never of elevating someone else to also elevate oneself.
It seems Shrek is playing a very new game. Cool, very cool.
"It looks like they're really desperate," Du Qianjue grinned.
It wasn't in vain that he bullied people at the Continental Advanced Spirit Master Academy Tournament. Fortunately, his goal was achieved, as Shrek Academy's reputation undoubtedly hit rock bottom after the competition. Otherwise, his efforts over the past month, aside from obtaining two dragon pills, would have been wasted.
Speaking of dragon pills, Du Qianjue took out the golden tree box given by Mu En from his storage ring and pushed it towards Du Busi .
"What are you doing?" Du Busi frowned. "This kind of thing is best used by you; the future of our Body Sect rests on you."
"Take it back."
"I have another one." Du Qianjue shook his head and pulled out another dragon pill.
The Light Holy Dragon King's dragon pill contained the essence of a god-king level existence from the dragon race, an enormous amount of energy that Du Qianjue couldn't absorb at the moment, so he hadn't used this dragon pill.
"You think there are too many of these things?" Du Busi rolled his eyes.
"Yes, there really are too many." Du Qianjue nodded seriously. "Compared to the one I have, the dragon pill given by Shrek probably contains less than one percent of the original energy. Giving it to me would only serve as an energy reserve, which wouldn't play a critical role."
"Such a transformative treasure, if only used as an energy source, would be a waste. It should have a better use."
Du Busi was silent for a moment before taking the dragon pill.
"Alright, you tell me what to do with it."
"My suggestion is to give it to Uncle Jin Peng," Du Qianjue said directly.
"To Jin Peng? Okay," Du Busi nodded without disapproval.
He knew Jin Peng's potential; his torso, as a prime body spirit, was exceptionally rare, and this dragon pill might give Jin Peng a chance to break through his limits.
Dual extreme potentials sounded quite appealing, and Jin Peng, who had dedicated most of his life to the Body Sect, indeed deserved this dragon pill.
"Then, I'll find time to give him the dragon pill and see what that old guy will give you in return," Du Busi smiled and took another sip of tea.
Afterward, they didn't discuss any major issues. Grandfather and grandson, along with Snow Empress, simply sat and chatted, sipping the tea Snow Empress had brewed using exotic plants from the depths of the Ice Abyss.
Surprisingly, the tea tasted quite good. Not rich, but with a subtle sweetness and a refreshing aroma.
Eventually, with Du Qianjue's help, Du Busi successfully obtained half a pound of tea leaves and left Du Qianjue's small courtyard content.
After Du Busi left, Du Qianjue and Snow Empress exchanged a glance.
"I didn't expect Du Busi to enjoy tea," Snow Empress giggled.
"Don't mention my uncle; I like it too," Du Qianjue embraced Snow Empress, "Especially the tea you brew, Snow, it's delicious~"
"Then I'll brew it for you often, anytime you want," Snow Empress smiled sweetly, her slender fingers poking Du Qianjue's cheek.
Du Qianjue laughed and kissed Snow Empress's red lips.
Snow Empress whimpered softly but didn't push him away; instead, she shyly responded to his kiss.
After a long moment…
"Slap—"
"Where are you putting your hand?" Snow Empress smacked away Du Qianjue's wandering hand and glared at him reproachfully.
"Cough, it was a reflex, just a reflex," Du Qianjue blushed, smacking his lips, still savoring the taste of Snow Empress's lips.
Snow Empress touched her lips, wiping away Du Qianjue's saliva, her ears burning hot, her cool and perfect face blushing beautifully.
A goddess descending to earth—that was the only thought in Du Qianjue's mind. A certain part of his body involuntarily reacted, almost daring to make a move, scaring him into promptly channeling his ultimate ice spirit power around his body in a complete cycle.
He also quickly averted his gaze from Snow Empress.
It must be said, true to her nature as an ice and snow spirit nurtured by the environment, her charm was not something just anyone could withstand. Especially since Du Qianjue was at an age brimming with vigor, he didn't trust his self-control at all, not even a bit.
Seeing Du Qianjue's somewhat embarrassed appearance, Snow Empress pursed her lips, amused by his look, her eyes revealing a hint of mischief.
"Why don't you dare to look at me?" She leaned close to Du Qianjue's ear, her voice returning to the cool, proud tone of the Xue LingLong.
"Hisss…"
Du Qianjue inhaled sharply, feeling as if he had been electrocuted, reigniting the lust he had barely suppressed.
Turning his head, he glared fiercely at Snow Empress, his teeth itching with frustration.
"Woman, are you playing with fire?" Snow Empress's facade immediately collapsed, and she covered her mouth, laughing flirtatiously.
Realizing she had played too far, she turned into a flurry of snowflakes and disappeared on the spot under Du Qianjue's stunned gaze.
(End of Chapter)