Investiture of the Gods: Childhood Sweetheart Daji, Starting with Quasi-Saint Cultivation

The attitude of the Sage of Heaven has taken another step forward compared to before.

"Please thank Brother Duobao for me."

"However, there's no need for reinforcements for now. The Western Sect has suffered heavy losses and won't make any rash moves in the short term. But..."

He paused for a moment, then said, "Go and keep an eye on Senior Shiji. I will avenge her feud with Master Taiyi sooner or later."

"I understand," Bixiao nodded.

Su Yunbai arrived at Ao Ling's study in the Water Conservancy Department.

Ao Ling was bent over her desk drawing a huge river map, her long, ice-blue hair simply tied up with a jade hairpin, her profile focused and aloof.

Hearing footsteps, she looked up, a gentle light flashing in her eyes: "Yun Bai."

"What are you busy with?" Su Yunbai walked to the desk.

"The final blueprints for the Yellow River diversion project."

"According to your idea, building dams at Sanmenxia, ​​Longmen, and Xiaolangdi, combined with the dragon clan's water control techniques, can completely solve the Yellow River flood problem and irrigate millions of acres of fertile land."

Su Yunbai carefully examined the blueprints and exclaimed, "Ling'er, you are truly a genius!"

Ao Ling blushed slightly: "It's just combining the dragon race's water control techniques with human craftsmanship. However..."

"My father sent a message yesterday saying that the turbulence at the North Sea Eye has intensified, and he suspects that there is external interference. He hopes that you can take some time to go to the East China Sea to discuss countermeasures."

Su Yunbai pondered, "The North Sea Eye... this matter is indeed strange. I will go there once Chaoge is more stable."

He looked at Ao Ling.

This dragon princess may seem aloof, but she is actually warm-hearted and has a deep sense of responsibility towards herself, the dragon race, and the human race.

"Ling'er, you've had a hard time these past few days."

Ao Ling shook his head: "It's not hard work. I'm happy to be able to do something for the human race."

Su Yunbai walked behind her and gently hugged her: "After the great calamity is over, I will accompany you to the depths of the East Sea to see the coral forest, the Pearl Sea, and all the beautiful scenery you want to see."

Ao Ling stiffened slightly, then relaxed and leaned against him: "Okay."

[Ding! Daoist partner Ao Ling's favorability has increased from 99 to 100!]

[The third Daoist partner's affection level has reached maximum!]

[Reward: 10000 Intimacy Points!]

[Current Intimacy Level: 73640 points!]

In the afternoon, Su Yunbai arrived at the courtyard where Yang Chan had recently moved in.

Several laurel trees were planted in the courtyard.

It was specially moved from the Jie Sect's Spirit Garden by Bixiao yesterday. Yang Chan was sitting under the tree, her silver hair cascading down, surrounded by moonlight, playing with the Moonlight Spirit Pearl in her hand.

Upon seeing Su Yunbai arrive, she stood up to greet him, a hint of shyness in her eyes: "Yunbai."

"Getting familiar with the new power?" Su Yunbai asked.

"Yes." Yang Chan nodded. "There is a set of techniques called 'Guanghan Heart Method' in the Moon Palace's inheritance, which can harmonize the power of the moon. It's just that my cultivation has improved too quickly, and I need time to stabilize it."

Su Yunbai grasped her hand and examined her internal condition. The power of the moonlight was pure and vast, already firmly established in the mid-stage of the Great Luo realm, with a solid foundation.

"Chan'er, you have exceptional talent, and your future achievements are limitless," he said earnestly. "But on the path of cultivation, one must avoid being impatient. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me, or you can ask Bixiao and the others."

Yang Chan nodded: "I will."

She paused, then said softly, "Yunbai, yesterday I sensed... my brother's presence."

Su Yunbai's eyes narrowed: "Yang Jian?"

"Hmm." A trace of pain flashed in Yang Chan's eyes. "He's in the Xiqi camp, and his aura is very strong. He seems to have broken through to the late stage of the Great Luo realm. I... I don't know how to face him."

Su Yunbai pulled her into his arms.

"Chan'er, you don't need to be troubled. If we meet on the battlefield one day, you don't need to take action; just leave it to me."

"But he's my older brother..."

"It is precisely because he is your brother that I will not kill him," Su Yunbai said. "I will capture him and let you personally persuade him to turn back."

Yang Chan looked up, tears welling in her eyes: "Thank you, Yun Bai."

"Silly girl, there's no need for thanks between us."

The two embraced under the laurel tree, bathed in the soft, moonlit glow.

---

In the evening, Su Yunbai arrived at Jiang Xiaowu's courtyard as promised.

Jiang Xiaowu had changed into her training clothes and was waiting in the courtyard. When she saw Su Yunbai arrive, she gripped her sword hilt nervously.

Su Yunbai walked up to her and took her sword.

"Xiao Wu, you cultivate the sword of slaughter, your sword intent is sharp and unstoppable. But the way of the sword cannot be rigid for long."

He held his sword and made a light slash.

The sword light was like water, seemingly gentle, yet continuous.

"This is the 'Sword Technique of Love and Devotion,' which I created by incorporating the principles of love into the way of the sword. The essence of the sword lies not in killing, but in protecting—protecting those who are important to you, and protecting the path in your heart."

Jiang Xiaowu stared blankly at the sword light.

Su Yunbai returned the sword to her: "Here, I'll teach you the first move."

The two were practicing swordsmanship in the courtyard.

At first, Jiang Xiaowu's sword was still fierce, but under Su Yunbai's guidance, it gradually became more flexible.

Under the moonlight, swords gleamed, and figures stood in pairs.

"Yunbai." Jiang Xiaowu suddenly stopped.

"Um?"

"If one day... I hold you back, will you despise me?"

Su Yunbai shook his head and looked at her earnestly: "Xiao Wu, you will never be a burden to me. You are the person I chose, the person I want to spend my life with."

Tears welled up in Jiang Xiaowu's eyes.

She put down her sword and threw herself into Su Yunbai's arms.

"I will strive to become stronger, strong enough to stand beside you, not behind you."

"Okay, I'll wait for you."

[Ding! Daoist partner Jiang Xiaowu's favorability has increased from 96 to 98!]

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Late at night, Su Yunbai returned to his courtyard.

Over the course of the day, the favorability ratings of all five Daoist partners increased.

Daji 100, Bixiao 100, Ao Ling 100, Jiang Xiaowu 98, Yang Chan 95.

It's just a little bit away from reaching its maximum value.

His understanding of the laws of love also subtly improved due to his emotional interactions with the women.

[Current understanding of the Laws of Emotion: 50% → 51%!]

Although it's only a 1% improvement, at this level, every bit of progress is precious.

Su Yunbai stood in the courtyard, gazing up at the starry sky.

The Great Tribulation of the Investiture of the Gods, the Western Sect, the Chan Sect, the Sages...

The road ahead remains difficult.

But with them by his side, he had boundless courage.

"Soon..." he murmured.

Once you have reached maximum affinity with all five Daoist partners and have gained sufficient understanding of the Law of Love, you can attempt to break through to the Primordial Golden Immortal realm.

Only then will he be qualified to truly contend with the sage.

The moonlight, like water, fell on my shoulders.

The night in Chaoge is tranquil and profound.

And tomorrow will be a new day.

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The next morning.

As soon as Su Yunbai opened his eyes, he sensed a familiar sword intent approaching Chaoge.

The sword intent was sharp, proud, and carried the familiar Jade Purity Immortal Light.

It's Yang Jian!

he came!

Su Yunbai's eyes narrowed, and in a flash, he appeared on the top of Chaoge City.

In the distance, a silver streak of light sped towards them from the horizon.

The light fell to the ground and transformed into a silver-armored divine general.

He has a third eye between his eyebrows, holds a three-pointed double-edged sword, and exudes an aura as vast as the sea.

It was Yang Jian!

He looked at Su Yunbai on the city wall, his voice icy:

"Su Yunbai, hand over my sister...!"