Chapter 128 You think you ’re so great, you old bastard?
Since the divine test had been arranged this way, Jiang Bai simply went with the flow.
a 100% certainty of victory is certainly a safe bet, a 98% chance of winning... isn’t unacceptable either.
Ice Emperor nodded :"Alright. When do you plan to leave?"
Jiang Bai thought for a moment:"Tomorrow then."
"So soon?"Ice Emperor asked, somewhat surprised.
"It’s alright."Jiang Bai smiled."Some things, if left unresolved for too long, are more likely to change."
Ice Emperor glanced at Jiang Li’er beside her and suddenly asked,"You... do you still want Xue’er and me to come along?"
Jiang Bai’s smile widened:"Of course I want it! Why wouldn’t I? To have two stunning beauties by my side, I couldn’t ask for more."
"Um?"
Jiang Li’er gave a soft hum, her jade hand quietly reaching out and precisely landing on the soft flesh of Jiang Bai’s waist, pinching and twisting it.
"Hiss—!!"
Jiang Bai gasped.
Ice Emperor ’s delicate face flushed slightly, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up slightly:"Alright, you said it."
she stepped out of the palace gates , Ice Emperor paused slightly, glancing back at Jiang Bai, who was playfully interacting with Jiang Li’er. A complex expression flashed in her eyes. She didn’t understand why, when she heard Jiang Bai say"want ,"a hint of... secret joy welled up inside her.
Perhaps it was the time they’d spent together over the years that had made her accustomed to being by Jiang Bai’s side. Or perhaps it was the superior cultivation environment of the small world within the tower that made her reluctant to leave. Or perhaps...
But this feeling... though somewhat unfamiliar, is not unpleasant.
Ice Emperor shook his head, suppressing these distracting thoughts, and walked outwards.
As soon as Ice Emperor left, Jiang Bai immediately revealed his true colors and acted without restraint.
"Little Li’er, you want to rebel, don’t you?"He pulled Jiang Li’er into his arms, making it impossible for her to break free.
Jiang Li’er struggled symbolically in his arms for a couple of moments, then cried out in a sweet voice,"Let me go... no way~~"
But her hand gestures betrayed her.
Instead of pushing Jiang Bai away, she started pulling at his clothes with her hands, drawing circles on his chest with her fingertips.
Jiang Bai lowered his head and chuckled softly in her ear:"You say no, but your body is quite honest..."
"You’re so annoying!"Jiang Li’er blushed and buried her face in his shoulder.
Outside the window, the extreme snow of the far north continued to swirl in the air, but inside the side hall, the temperature was quietly rising...
...
Night falls on the rooftop of the Ice Palace.
Jiang Bai found Snow Empress , she was sitting quietly on the ice.
Tonight, there is no snow in the far north. The aurora borealis flows and stretches across the dark blue sky like colorful ribbons , illuminating the entire ice palace in a dreamlike way.
Snow Empress’s three-meter-tall figure appeared exceptionally holy under the aurora , and her long, light blue hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall, swaying gently in the slightly chilly night breeze.
"Snow Emperor,"Jiang Bai called softly.
Snow Empress slowly rose and turned to look at Jiang Bai. Her exquisite face, illuminated by the aurora, possessed an even more mysterious and ethereal quality.
"Jiang Bai, is there something you need?"
" It’s like this, " Jiang Bai said, " I was afraid the Ice Emperor forgot to tell you that I’m leaving the far north tomorrow. I was wondering if you would still like to come with me? "
Snow Empress tilted her head slightly , a hint of amusement flashing in her icy blue eyes:"Then do you want me to come with you?"
Jiang Bai was taken aback.
Why are so many people asking this question today?
He gazed at Snow Empress’s exquisite face, the moonlight and aurora intertwining on her features, making her appear like an ice sculpture, unreal in her beauty. Her icy blue eyes were clear and deep, as if they could see right through people’s hearts.
Jiang Bai hesitated for a moment, then said frankly ,"I want to."
"Why?"The Snow Empress’s voice was as gentle as the wind.
"I want to hear your truth. Your current strength is enough to solve more than 90% of the troubles in this world. It seems you no longer need Bing’er and me to protect you."
Jiang Bai was silent for a few seconds, then met Snow Empress’s gaze and said earnestly,"To be honest, I just think... you’re very beautiful. You’re pleasing to the eye."
Snow Empress was taken aback at first, then the corners of her lips slowly turned up, emitting a clear, melodious laugh like a wind chime.
The laughter echoed in the silent night sky, and a gentle yet stunning smile bloomed on her face.
"Okay~"Snow Empress’s voice held a rare softness."I understand. You should go back and rest."
Jiang Bai nodded :"Okay."
He turned and left the rooftop, descending the icy steps. Behind him, the Snow Emperor sat down cross-legged again, gazing at the night sky, a smile lingering on his lips.
"I just think she’s pretty... pleasing to the eye..."she repeated softly , shaking her head.
...
The following morning, the wind dragon took flight from the Ice Palace Square.
Jiang Bai and Jiang Li’er stood side by side on the dragon’s back, while the Ice Emperor and the Snow Emperor transformed into two streams of light and disappeared into the Nine Treasures Glazed Pagoda.
of the small world inside the tower is more beneficial to their cultivation, and it also makes it easier for them to appear at any time.
With a long roar, the wind dragon spread its wings and carried the two of them into the sky, flying swiftly southward.
Target : Wuhun City.
...
A few days later, outside a small town on the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest.
After the wind dragon slowly landed on a secluded hillside, Jiang Bai retrieved it into the tower and walked with Jiang Li’er towards the town.
"We’re not far from Spirit City,"Jiang Bai said to Jiang Li’er beside him."Let’s rest in this town for a while."
Jiang Li’er nodded obediently :"Okay, I’ll do as you say."
She stepped forward and naturally hugged Jiang Bai’s arm, burying it in her soft embrace. This action had become a habit; it seemed that only by being close to Jiang Bai could she feel at ease.
Jiang Bai smiled, reached out his other hand and ruffled her soft blonde hair, and the two walked side by side toward the town.
Although the town is not large, it is bustling with shops lining both sides of the street and people coming and going.
Jiang Li’er looked around curiously, and suddenly noticed a problem.
"Why aren’t there any shops selling snacks?"she muttered, a hint of disappointment in her voice.
Jiang Bai chuckled:"All you’re thinking about is food? This place is near the outer edge of the Star Dou Great Forest, a transit and supply station for Soul Masters hunting for Soul Rings. The shops naturally cater to Soul Masters’ needs: weapons, armor, potions, and the like."
Jiang Li’er puffed out her cheeks and muttered under her breath,"Hmph, those wretched humans, all they know is hunting soul beasts..."
Then she looked up at Jiang Bai with a sweet smile:"Hehe, except for you!"
Jiang Bai reached out his right hand and gently pinched her fair cheek:"Let’s go, let’s get something to eat first, to satisfy our cravings."
"Uh-huh!"
The two entered a hotel that looked fairly clean.
The restaurant on the first floor was already about 60-70% full, mostly weary Soul Masters who were gathered in twos and threes, chatting quietly about their Soul Hunting experiences or various rumors about the continent.
Jiang Bai and Jiang Li’er reached the door and hadn’t even had time to find a seat, they heard an arrogant shout coming from deep inside the restaurant.
His voice was rough , carrying obvious provocation and disdain.
"You old bastard, you think you can see our teacher? A few of us are more than enough to take you down!"