After mastering the technique of Swallowing Heaven, Lin Daiyu's physical prowess had not only grown tremendously but so had her appetite!
Under everyone's shocked gaze, Lin Daiyu consumed an astonishing thirty bowls of rice.
Her voracious appetite left the room speechless!
Adding in the specialty dishes Qin Keqing had prepared for her, Lin Daiyu even joked, "I could probably eat an entire cow and still be fine!"
Inside the Cloud Sakura Inn,
The ten Great Qin warriors, having finished their own meals, sat in the hall staring at Lin Daiyu in stunned silence.
Lucian also couldn't hide his surprise, laughing as he quipped, "Daiyu, have you taken up a second job as a competitive eater?"
"Young Master!" Lin Daiyu felt utterly mortified, her face turning as red as a ripe apple.
Her master's teasing left her at a loss.
She glanced at Lucian, her phoenix eyes filled with embarrassment, and hastily explained, "Young Master, this is the result of national arts cultivation. The technique transforms postnatal energy into prenatal energy. It strengthens the body and purifies the spirit, allowing practitioners to perform divine feats."
Her voice softened as she muttered, "Besides... it's all your fault, Young Master!"
Lucian grinned, clearly amused by her flustered state. Moments like this, where Lin Daiyu showed a rare hint of vulnerability, were a delight to him. He almost wished he'd brought a camera to immortalize the moment.
At that moment, one of the Great Qin warriors, a strikingly beautiful woman, spoke up, her voice calm yet firm. "Eating well is a blessing. His Majesty would never mock you, Lady Lin."
"Exactly! Strength comes from food. A hearty appetite is a sign of vitality and strength!" another warrior added.
"Seeing Lady Lin's appetite, one can tell she is brimming with vigor and kindness—an ideal partner for His Majesty!" another teased.
"Perhaps she's already claiming the title of Queen," a fourth chimed in with a laugh.
Their straightforward words, though well-meaning, flustered Lin Daiyu further. Her delicate face turned even redder as she huffed, "You little brats! If you want to climb into His Majesty's bed, do it yourself! Why drag me into this?"
Without waiting for a response, Lin Daiyu made a swift exit, fleeing the scene in embarrassment.
The Great Qin warriors burst into laughter, their amusement echoing through the hall.
One of the taller warriors glanced at Lucian and asked, "Your Majesty, shall we arrange for someone to attend to you tonight?"
"No need!" Lucian shot them a pointed glare. "Get your gear and head to the walls for sentry duty!"
The warriors immediately stood at attention, saluting crisply. "Yes, Your Majesty!"
They donned their armor and marched out with military precision, their earlier teasing replaced with disciplined focus.
Shortly after, Qin Keqing arrived with a tray of dishes, her expression puzzled as she asked, "Where's Daiyu?"
Lucian chuckled, waving his hand dismissively. "She ate too much and declared social death. She's probably hiding somewhere."
"That must be your doing," Qin Keqing said with a soft laugh, placing the food in front of him.
"Have you had enough to eat, Young Master? If not, I could—"
"I haven't had enough," Lucian interrupted with a sly smile, "but my stomach is already full."
Qin Keqing blinked, momentarily confused.
In the next instant, Lucian gently took her hand, pulling her into his arms.
Her warm, fragrant presence enveloped him.
Qin Keqing's slender frame felt delicate and pliant, her warmth radiating through him. Lucian rested his head on her shoulder, his gaze lingering on her exquisitely sculpted profile.
Her phoenix eyes shimmered, their vibrant hues like a kaleidoscope.
Her flawless face seemed perfect from every angle, exuding an irresistible allure.
Shy and caught off guard, Qin Keqing rested limply against him, a blush creeping up from her neck to her ears.
"Young Master..." she whispered, her voice tinged with embarrassment and a hint of vulnerability.
Her words tugged at Lucian's heartstrings, filling him with a complex mix of emotions.
Suddenly—
Boom!
The sound of an explosion shattered the tender moment.
"Monsters are here!"
Qin Keqing quickly regained her composure, her expression turning serious as she slipped out of Lucian's embrace and hurried toward the commotion.
Lucian chuckled softly, watching her leave before following.
In the mist outside the territory, another wave of monsters emerged.
This time, around two hundred skeleton soldiers appeared, the majority being Skeleton Shield Warriors, accompanied by a smaller number of Skeleton Mages.
The eleventh day brought a larger wave of enemies, though their individual strength seemed weaker than the previous day's foes.
The earlier explosion had come from the automated attacks of the territory's defensive towers.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
One after another, the Elemental Towers and Fart Towers unleashed their destructive power.
In mere moments, the towers had decimated nearly half the skeleton soldiers, their relentless firepower proving immensely effective.
Standing on the wooden walls, the ten Great Qin warriors readied their Qin Crossbows, their expressions calm yet focused, prepared for battle.