Honghuang: My understanding is beyond belief. I am the first immortal of Jiejiao.

"It was prepared for you."

Xiao Qiong held the Ancestral Dragon Pearl, tears glistening in her eyes.

"My brother is the best to me!"

"This is... the Ancestral Dragon Pearl?!"

Xiao Qiong's exclamation echoed within the Star Palace. Her bright eyes widened as she stared intently at the pearl emitting a faint golden light in Lin Zhu's palm.

The pearl was no bigger than a pigeon's egg, but its surface was covered with countless fine dragon patterns that seemed to be alive and slowly wriggling.

Lin Zhu raised an eyebrow.

"You recognize this thing?"

"Of course I know you!"

Xiao Qiong practically pounced on it, carefully cradling the precious pearl in her hands, her voice trembling slightly with excitement.

"The Ancestral Dragon, the supreme being of the Dragon Clan, once ruled a great calamity during the Dragon-Han Calamity! This precious pearl contains his essence, possessing a fatal attraction to all living beings!"

Lin Zhu couldn't help but smile as she looked at Xiao Qiong's infatuated expression.

He had already learned about the origin of the Ancestral Dragon Pearl from the system, but Xiao Qiong's reaction still exceeded his expectations.

"At the beginning of the Dragon-Han War, the three races of Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin stood in a tripartite balance."

Xiao Qiong spoke as if reciting a familiar story, her fingertips gently caressing the surface of the pearl.

"The dragon race relied on their powerful physical bodies to roam the primordial world, with the Ancestral Dragon being their leader. Unfortunately, later..."

Her voice lowered.

"The dragon race's reproductive ability was too weak, and it gradually declined, eventually perishing in the Dragon-Han Calamity."

Lin Zhu nodded and reached out to rub Xiao Qiong's head.

"So this bead."

"This is a priceless treasure!"

Xiao Qiong suddenly looked up, her eyes filled with fervent light.

"Legend has it that there are seven Ancestral Dragon Pearls scattered throughout the world. Collecting all seven can summon the Ancestral Dragon and allow one to control the world!"

She suddenly realized something, and her voice stopped abruptly.

"Wait, Brother Lin Zhu, you wouldn't be going to..."

Lin Zhu smiled and handed the Ancestral Dragon Pearl directly to her.

"for you."

"W-what?"

Xiao Qiong was stunned, her red lips slightly parted.

"This is a treasure that can directly elevate one to the Quasi-Saint realm! And you just leave it like this?"

"I told you I would help you improve your bloodline."

Lin Zhu spoke calmly, but her eyes were incredibly firm.

"Since this Ancestral Dragon Pearl is most suitable for you, then take it."

Xiao Qiong's eyes instantly reddened. She bit her lower lip and finally managed to utter a sentence after a long while.

Do you know how precious this is?

"Nothing is more precious than you."

Lin Zhu chuckled.

"Take it quickly, I will protect you."

Xiao Qiong no longer declined.

She knew that this kindness could not be repaid with words, and that only by becoming stronger could she help Lin Zhu.

She solemnly accepted the Ancestral Dragon Pearl, sat cross-legged, and put the pearl in her mouth.

"Gudong."

As the sound of swallowing rang out, an indescribable, immense power exploded within Xiao Qiong's body.

Her body suddenly stiffened, fine golden dragon scales appeared on her skin, and two small bumps bulged on either side of her forehead, as if something was about to burst out of her body.

At the same time, the sky above Xiule suddenly changed color!
The once clear sky was instantly covered with dark clouds, and lightning flashed and thunder roared in the thick clouds. A golden dragon shadow could be vaguely seen weaving through the clouds.

The spiritual energy of heaven and earth surged wildly, forming a visible vortex that converged towards the Star Palace.

"what happened?!"

"The celestial phenomena are unusual; could it be that a great demon is about to be born?"

"Look! It's the 28th Heaven! Could it be that Immortal Lin Zhu breaking through?"

Panic-stricken cries echoed throughout the Heavenly Court, as countless immortals stared in terror at the sky.

Some timid celestial officials even fled the Twenty-Eighth Heaven on clouds, fearing they would be affected.

Inside the Lingxiao Palace, the Jade Emperor frowned deeply.

"Eyes that can see a thousand miles and ears that can hear the wind, go and investigate immediately!"

The two divine generals accepted the order and left, but before they could reach Xiule Forbidden Heaven, the strange phenomenon suddenly disappeared.

The dark clouds came and went quickly, and in the blink of an eye the sky was clear again, as if everything just now was an illusion.

However, the chaos in the Heavenly Court did not subside, and the immortals discussed it among themselves, with various speculations running rampant.

Inside the Star Palace, the changes in Xiao Qiong have reached their most critical moment.

She was enveloped in a dazzling golden light, and the faint phantom of a five-clawed golden dragon could be seen coiling around her.

The small bumps on both sides of his forehead finally burst open, and two crystal-clear dragon horns slowly grew out, radiating a faint aura of power.

Lin Zhu stood to the side, staring intently at the scene.

He could sense that Xiao Qiong's aura was rising at an astonishing speed, breaking through from Taiyi Golden Immortal all the way to Daluo Golden Immortal, and it was still rising!
"boom"

With a muffled thud, golden light exploded, and Xiao Qiong's figure reappeared.

She had changed drastically. She now had a pair of small dragon horns on her head, her eyes had turned into a dazzling gold, and her skin was faintly covered with dragon scale patterns.

Most astonishingly, the aura emanating from her body had already reached the Quasi-Saint level!
"Brother Lin Zhu!"

Xiao Qiong excitedly opened her eyes and pounced on Lin Zhu, hugging her tightly.

"I succeeded!"

Lin Zhu was knocked back two steps by her, but couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Slow down, slow down. You're a quasi-saint now, so be careful to control your strength."

Xiao Qiong then realized the change in herself, quickly let go of her hand, and stuck out her tongue somewhat embarrassedly.

This pose, combined with her current dragon horn design, makes her look exceptionally cute.

Just then, a system notification sounded in Lin Zhu's mind.

[Ding! Xiao Qiong has successfully absorbed the Ancestral Dragon Pearl and has received the following additional rewards: Divine Ability Evolution. All existing divine abilities have been upgraded to the Ancestral Dragon level.]

Bloodline evolution. Evolves into the Ancestral Dragon bloodline, free from calamity and tribulation. Gains new divine abilities: Ancestral Dragon Devouring Heaven, Ancestral Dragon Divine Power, and Ancestral Dragon Self-Healing.

Cultivation level reached Quasi-Saint (Current Realm: Early Stage of Great Luo Golden Immortal)

Lin Zhu's pupils contracted slightly; the effect was even more astonishing than he had anticipated! He quickly pulled up Xiao Qiong's detailed attributes to check.

Name: Xiao Qiong. Bloodline: Ancestral Dragon Bloodline (Top Level). Cultivation: Quasi-Saint (Without Calamity or Tribulation). Realm: Early Stage of Great Luo Golden Immortal.

Supernatural Powers: Ancestral Dragon Devours the Heavens, Ancestral Dragon Divine Power, Ancestral Dragon Self-Healing, Dragon Might Awes the World, Soaring Through the Clouds.

"how is it going?"

Xiao Qiong leaned closer, blinking her big golden eyes.

"Am I super awesome now?"

Lin Zhu rubbed her dragon horns and laughed.

"You're more than just powerful; you're now a quasi-saint with the bloodline of the Ancestral Dragon."

He paused.

"Come on, show me your newly acquired supernatural powers."

Xiao Qiong nodded excitedly and took a few steps back to stand still.

I saw her open her small mouth.
"The Ancestral Dragon Devours the Heavens!"

In an instant, the spiritual energy within the entire Star Palace was swept away, and even the space itself was slightly distorted, as if it were truly about to be swallowed up.

Lin Zhu quickly set up a protective barrier, which prevented the tragedy of the palace being destroyed.

"Stop, stop, stop!"

Lin Zhu shouted, both amused and exasperated.

"If you swallow any more, my Star Palace will be gone!"

Xiao Qiong quickly shut her mouth and scratched her head sheepishly.

"This supernatural power seems a bit too powerful."

"next."

Lin Zhu wiped away non-existent cold sweat.

Xiao Qiong nodded, and this time she simply raised her hand and pointed to the stone bench in the distance.
"The power of the Ancestral Dragon!"

"Boom!" The stone bench instantly turned into dust, leaving a deep crater in the ground.

Lin Zhu: "."

Xiao Qiong stuck out her tongue.

"I...I haven't even used any force yet."

"the last one."

Lin Zhu was mentally prepared.

This time, Xiao Qiong took out a small knife and made a light cut on her arm.

The wound had barely appeared when a golden light flashed across her arm.
"The First Dragon Heals Himself!"

The wound healed at a speed visible to the naked eye, disappearing without a trace in the blink of an eye, leaving no scar.

Lin Zhu breathed a long sigh of relief.

"Finally, a less violent ability."

Xiao Qiong shook its head smugly, its dragon horns gleaming in the sunlight.

"Brother Lin Zhu, can I help you more now?"

Lin Zhu felt a warmth in her heart when she saw the expectant look in her eyes.

He reached out and gently rubbed Xiao Qiong's head, speaking softly.

"Of course, but you must remember that with great power comes great responsibility."

Inside the Star Palace, spiritual energy surged like a tide. Lin Zhu stood in the center of the hall, his eyes shining with excitement.

Nine dragon-shaped phantoms surrounded Xiao Qiong beside him, each containing earth-shattering power.

"The Ancestral Dragon Bloodline. The Three Supreme Divine Powers"

Lin Zhu muttered to herself, the corners of her mouth unconsciously turning up.

"Xiao Qiong, you've really given me a big surprise."

Xiao Qiong withdrew her supernatural powers, and the nine dragon shadows instantly disappeared into her body. She tilted her head and looked at Lin Zhu.

"Master, is my power still sufficient?"

"Enough? Hahaha!"

Lin Zhu couldn't help but burst into laughter, the sound echoing throughout the Star Palace.

"More than enough! With you here, even three Venerable Kasyapas would have to kneel before you!"

Just then, a cold, mechanical voice rang in Lin Zhu's mind.

[Ding! System mission issued. Hunt down powerful members of the Western Cult and turn the tables on them.]

[Task Reward: One acquired supreme treasure, and an innate spiritual treasure, the Heaven-Turning Seal.]

Lin Zhu's pupils contracted sharply, and his heart pounded. The Heaven-Turning Seal! That was a primordial spiritual treasure bestowed upon Guang Chengzi by the Primordial Heavenly Venerable, possessing boundless power!
"System, you've really gone all out this time."

Lin Zhu licked his lips, his eyes burning with fighting spirit.

Xiao Qiong noticed Lin Zhu's change in mood and asked curiously.

"Master, what's wrong?"

Lin Zhu smiled mysteriously.

"Come on, let me take you out to get some sun and stretch your muscles."

Pushing open the gates of the Star Palace, dazzling sunlight poured down.

Lin Zhu squinted and saw a beautiful figure standing outside the palace gate, her skirts fluttering – it was none other than the Fairy of Rainbow Robes.

"Nice clothes?"

Lin Zhu was taken aback.

"Why are you here?"

The moment the fairy turned around, a complex mix of emotions flashed in her eyes: surprise, worry, and grievance.

Her lips trembled as she suddenly lunged at Lin Zhu.

"Chu Lang! You've finally come out!"

With the warm, soft flesh in his arms, Lin Zhu was momentarily dazed.

The faint scent of osmanthus emanating from the fairy in her flowing robes wafted into his nostrils, and he could feel her body trembling slightly.

"It's been dark in the Twenty-Eighth Heaven for the past few days, I'm so worried."

The fairy in the rainbow dress choked with sobs.

I'm afraid something might have happened to you in the Star Palace.

Lin Zhu felt a warmth in his heart and gently put his arm around her slender waist.

"Silly girl, what could possibly be wrong with me?"

The Fairy of Rainbow Robes raised her head, looking at Lin Zhu with teary eyes.

In the sunlight, her delicate face shone with a lustrous sheen, like the finest mutton-fat jade.

Lin Zhu's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly lowered his head and kissed her red lips.

"Well!"

The Fairy of Rainbow Clothes stared wide-eyed, frozen in place.

The kiss was fleeting, like a dragonfly skimming the water. Lin Zhu quickly separated them, grinning mischievously at the stunned Fairy Ni Chang.

"What, are you scared?"

The fairy in the rainbow dress finally came to her senses, her pretty face instantly turning bright red, and she hurriedly pushed Lin Zhu away.

"W-what are you doing!"

"Didn't you just call me Chu Lang? Why are you being so distant now?"

Lin Zhu teased her on purpose.

"That was in a moment of panic."

The fairy in the rainbow dress was so embarrassed that she wanted to disappear into the ground. She turned around and ran away.

Lin Zhu reacted quickly and grabbed her wrist.

"Don't run."

The Fairy of Rainbow Robes struggled for a moment but couldn't break free. She could only stand there with her head down, her ears turning almost transparently red.

Lin Zhu put away his joking expression and looked at her seriously.

"Ni Chang, marry me."

"what?"

The Fairy of Rainbows suddenly looked up, her eyes filled with disbelief.

I said, let's get married.

Lin Zhu repeated, word by word.

The Fairy of Rainbow Clothes felt her heart pounding so hard it was about to burst out of her chest, and her mind went completely blank.

She opened her mouth, but no sound came out; she could only nod almost imperceptibly.

A look of joy flashed in Lin Zhu's eyes, and she lowered her head to kiss him again.

This time, the Fairy of Rainbow Robes didn't push him away, but responded awkwardly.

"Speak louder! I can't hear you!"

Suddenly, a rough voice rang out like thunder, startling Fairy Ni Chang so much that she pushed Lin Zhu aside and looked in panic toward the source of the sound.

Not far away, a burly man, seven feet tall with a full beard, stood with his hands on his hips. He was none other than Cao Zhou, the Great Emperor of Hengshan, the Celestial Emperor.

What made Fairy Ni Chang even more ashamed and furious was that she was now surrounded by immortals.
Amidst swirling auspicious clouds, Lin Zhu stood with his hands behind his back, his body still bearing the golden lightning from his tribulation.

As he felt the surging power of the Great Luo Immortal within him, a smile unconsciously crept onto his lips.

"Haha, Brother Lin, congratulations!"

A loud, boisterous laugh rang out, and Cao Zhou arrived gracefully on a cloud, a mischievous smile on his face.

"That scene just now almost made my heart stop!"

Before Lin Zhu could answer, another aloof figure drifted over.

The fairy Chang'e was dressed in white, her features as beautiful as a painting, but her cheeks were slightly flushed, and she held a crystal-clear jade cup in her hands.

"Immortal Lord Linlin, congratulations on successfully transcending your tribulation."

Chang'e's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz as she handed over the jade cup.

"This is a special osmanthus wine brewed by the Moon Palace. Please accept it."

Just as Lin Zhu was about to take it, Cao Zhou suddenly leaned over with a wink.

"Oh my goodness, a fairy herself is delivering wine! This is quite an honor! Brother Lin, why don't you take it?"

Upon hearing this, Chang'e's ears turned bright red instantly, and her fingers unconsciously twisted her sleeves.

The barefoot immortal standing to the side couldn't stand it any longer and shook his head, sighing, "Cao Zhou, you've frightened the fairy."

Nezha descended from the sky on his Wind Fire Wheels, interjecting with a grin: "That's right! If it weren't for Brother Cao's shout, Brother Lin's marriage would probably already be settled!"

"I was just worried for them!" Cao Zhou scratched his head, looking innocent. "Just now, seeing them dawdling like that, their voices were so soft they could barely be heard, I almost wanted to shout it out for the Moon Goddess Chang'e!" (End of Chapter)