Huh? What do you mean your mother is one of the seven deadly sins?!

On the other side of the abyss, Lin Xia looked at Lin Ruowei's reply and couldn't help but lose her composure.

Lin Xia could even picture the constipated expressions on the faces of Instructor Lin and the experts opposite her.

[Lin Xia: Cough... Thank you everyone. Mom's here, so we're safe for now. I'll send back any important information immediately!]

[Lin Ruowei: Understood! The passage will remain silent and ready to be activated whenever needed! Lin Xia, remember, you are not alone! The entire Blue Star is behind you!]

Communication ended.

The screen in front of Lin Xia went dark, and Lin Ruowei's name in the friend list remained quietly lit up.

An unprecedented sense of security quietly replaced the initial shock.

"Looks like we've made contact?"

Liu Ruyan's voice rang out, carrying a hint of understanding.

She silently observed the changes in her son's expression.

"Um!"

Lin Xia nodded vigorously, a bright smile on her face.

"Mom, the entire planet is fully supporting us!"

A complex emotion flashed in Liu Ruyan's bloodshot eyes, which eventually turned into gentleness.

"That's good. You..."

Before she could finish speaking, the door to her bedchamber was gently pushed open a crack.

Helena, barefoot, half-peeked in, her pure blue eyes gazing at Lin Xia, her voice soft and sweet.

"Lin Xia, do you have any more stories to tell?"

Helena's gaze inadvertently swept over Liu Ruyan, and for a fleeting moment when it met those deep, blood-red eyes, she seemed to pause very slightly, her small wings unconsciously folding in a little.

Liu Ruyan also noticed Helena's almost imperceptible subtle reaction, and a hint of amusement flashed in the depths of her blood-red eyes.

"Xia, this little angel wants you to tell her a story, so go ahead. But remember to practice diligently tonight, don't forget!"

Her tone was light, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.

"Of course, it's best to train in front of this little angel~"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xia was stunned and immediately asked:

"Mom! Why? This...this isn't right, is it?"

The thought of having to perform that kind of "training" in front of Helena made his cheeks burn; it was even more embarrassing than training among succubi.

Upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan smiled, but her expression became more serious.

"This is for your own good. If you want to end the chaos in this world, clear this world, drive out those twisted evil gods, and get everything back on track, then you have to put in double the effort and seize every opportunity to improve."

Lin Xia hadn't fully processed her mother's words, or even had a chance to refute them, but Helena's eyes lit up instantly when she heard Liu Ruyan mention "expelling the evil god," and a sense of almost devout mission burned in her pure blue eyes.

She looked at Lin Xia and pleaded earnestly.

"Lin Xia! Please let me observe your cultivation! If doing so will help you become stronger faster and ultimately drive away the evil god, I'm willing!"

Her tone carried a sacred resolve, as if she had accepted a divine mission.

Looking at Helena's earnest little face, which showed that she had no idea what the specifics of "cultivation" were and was simply dedicating herself to a noble goal, Lin Xia felt a mix of emotions.

He was 100% certain that his mother was trying to trick him, and Helena, this innocent little angel, was completely caught in the trap.

But... how could he possibly concentrate on his cultivation in front of Helena amidst such erotic and alluring scenes?

This was even more bewildering than the first time one tried to cultivate.

However, faced with Helena's expectant and determined gaze, Lin Xia swallowed back the protest that was on the tip of her tongue, and could only sigh helplessly and nod.

"All right……"

Lin Xia thought for a moment and added a sentence, trying to leave a way out for both herself and Helena.

"However, if you feel uncomfortable or... can't stand it anymore, you can leave at any time! Don't force yourself!"

Upon hearing this, Helena immediately nodded her head vigorously, her golden hair swaying in the breeze.

"Yes! I understand!"

She seemed completely oblivious to the deeper meaning in Lin Xia's words, taking it merely as ordinary concern.

Liu Ruyan looked at the two of them with satisfaction, a triumphant smile playing on her lips.

She changed the subject and brought up another matter.

"By the way, I also watched your battle against the succubus in the Lava Canyon today."

Lin Xia's heart immediately jumped.

Sure enough, Liu Ruyan continued:

"Xia, your performance... well, it was a bit disappointing for your mother. You have strength, but your skills are terrible, and your combat awareness is far from good. Getting injured against someone like that is really unacceptable."

Lin Xia admitted somewhat embarrassedly:

"I know, Mom. It was my first time doing it in real life, so I was a little flustered."

The sternness in Liu Ruyan's bloodshot eyes softened slightly.

"Yes, Mom understands that. After all, it's the first time, so it's understandable to be nervous."

"However, theory alone is insufficient. To truly become stronger, simply staying in the castle to cultivate is not enough; you need more real combat experience!"

"The tempering in blood and fire is the fastest way to grow."

Lin Xia agreed wholeheartedly and immediately asked:

"Where should I go to gain experience?"

Liu Ruyan was prepared. With an elegant gesture, she raised her hand, and a flash of light appeared in her palm—a scroll made of a special, warm-to-the-touch leather material. She handed the scroll to Lin Xia:

"Here you go. This is a detailed map of the seventh level of the Abyss and its surrounding area. It marks the major cities, the territories of various factions, known dangerous areas, and some special resource points. You can go wherever you want to train; just pick a place that suits your taste."

Lin Xia took the scroll; it felt slightly heavy in her hand, containing a faint fluctuation of magical power.

He unfolded a corner and was immediately drawn to the intricate yet clear markings on it.

"but."

Liu Ruyan added, her tone carrying a subtle softness.

"There's no need to rush during this time. You've just arrived in the Abyss, and my son and I have only just reunited. Spend some time with your mother, get familiar with the environment, and adjust your mindset before setting off. Sharpening your axe won't delay your work."

Lin Xia felt a warmth in her heart, nodded, and solemnly put the map away.

"I understand, Mom."

Seeing this, Liu Ruyan waved her hand and lazily leaned back on the soft couch.

"Alright, take your little angel home. Don't forget the important business tonight."

The mischievous smile in his eyes sent another chill down Lin Xia's spine.

Lin Xia quickly responded and, with Helena still solemnly focused on her mission to expel the evil god, left her mother's warm and majestic bedroom.

Back in her equally luxurious and spacious bedroom, Lin Xia mustered her spirits and, as promised, told Helena another fairy tale about Earth.

Helena listened with great interest, her pure blue eyes blinking with the story, temporarily forgetting her troubles.

However, as night deepened, Lin Xia's mood grew heavier and heavier. She kept glancing at the doorway, as if a flood or a ferocious beast might rush in at any moment.

It will come eventually.