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Night quietly fell, enveloping the entire majestic Prince's Palace.

Inside the secluded bedchamber, a tranquil silence settled after the passionate encounter.

Qian Renxue collapsed onto the large bed, completely undignified, as if she had just been pulled out of the water, too weak to even move a finger.

She nestled in Xuan Hao's strong arms, listening to his steady and powerful heartbeat, and she didn't even have the energy to curse him.

She really doesn't want to talk to this jerk anymore!

Although they haven't truly crossed that final line or taken the last step yet.

But! Even though Xuanhao didn't actually go inside, those various "little games" alone were enough to make her wish she were dead!

Qian Renxue simply couldn't imagine what would happen when everything settled down and they actually took that final step...

With this guy's animalistic strength and stamina, I wonder what kind of miserable state he would put me in!

Seeing Qian Renxue's lifeless eyes and weak appearance, as if she had been completely drained, Xuan Hao couldn't help but pinch her delicate cheeks, which were covered in sweat, and said with a smile:

"Why the long face? I've been very restrained today, I haven't even used half my energy."

"Shut up!"

Qian Renxue rolled her eyes in annoyance, forcing herself to glare at him with a hint of deep worry in her eyes: "Tell me honestly, your ridiculously strong desires and energy... could it be getting stronger as your strength increases?"

"Of course."

Xuan Hao nodded. "You're a top-tier Soul Master too, you know that the stronger your blood and qi, the more terrifying your body's primal energy, and naturally, the stronger your primal urges in that area."

"People often say that dragons are inherently lewd, but in reality, it's because the physique of the true dragon race is too strong. The volcanic energy that accumulates within them must find a way to be released."

"If you don't use this method to harmonize Yin and Yang and release excess energy, then you can only go find someone to fight desperately and rely on crazy battles to consume it."

Qian Renxue's expression immediately became somewhat unnatural.

"You...you're already like this at only a Soul Saint, what will you be like when you reach Title Douluo..."

Is she even alive anymore?!

Seeing Qian Renxue's terrified expression, Xuan Hao couldn't help but chuckle, pulling her closer into his arms and shamelessly teasing her:

"Alright, Your Highness, stop worrying unnecessarily. Go and enjoy yourselves in bed! Do you know how many lovelorn couples break up because the man is inadequate?"

"My physical abilities are unparalleled in the world. You are incredibly lucky to have met me!"

"Get lost! Stop trying to glorify yourself!"

Qian Renxue blushed with embarrassment and anger, and pinched his soft waist hard in an annoyed manner. "You better get back to your Sunset Forest and go into seclusion right now!"

"No."

Xuan Hao not only didn't let go, but instead clung to her like a leech, his arms tightly wrapped around her soft body, his chin resting on the crook of her neck, his voice unusually tender:

"If you're going to leave, leave tomorrow morning. Tonight I'll just hold you and sleep. For a long time to come, I'll be soaking in the spring water of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, and I won't be able to touch you then."

Chapter 323 Warmth in the Illusion

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Time flies, and the days pass like an arrow.

When Xuan Hao slowly opened his eyes again from the Yin-Yang Well of Sunset Forest, judging by the dates, the highly anticipated Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academies Across the Continent should be about to begin.

He timed his exit from customs perfectly.

However, after waking up from the extremely rich spiritual energy of heaven and earth, Xuan Hao did not rush back to Tian Dou City. Instead, he patted the water off his body and slowly walked to the outer edge of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye.

He planned to have a good heart-to-heart talk with Ah Yin first.

After all, once this Soul Master Tournament is over, he'll be taking his people on a journey across the entire continent.

Did A-Yin intend to go out with him to see the world, or did she intend to stay in this deep mountain forest and just sit there in a daze?

This problem needs to be addressed.

As Xuan Hao approached, a vibrant Blue Silver Emperor swayed gently, and with specks of blue-gold light, Ah Yin's noble and gentle phantom slowly coalesced into form.

"I'm actually quite happy staying here; nothing's bothering me."

Looking at the increasingly unfathomable young man before her, Ah Yin's tone was tinged with helplessness and confusion. "Besides, I just don't understand why you insist on keeping a close eye on me?"

"What's there to doubt?"

Xuan Hao replied matter-of-factly, "Because I'm a lecherous wretch! You're so beautiful and have such a great presence, isn't it only natural that I'm attracted to you?"

"Didn't you already know? I've been thinking about you for a long time."

Upon hearing these blatantly vulgar remarks, Ah Yin's expression froze, and a hint of shame and anger flashed across her illusory face: "You... I've already become like this, without even a physical body, and you still care about me?"

"It's not like you can't be resurrected. Besides, I have plenty of ways to help you rebuild your body and achieve a perfect resurrection. Why can't I keep my sights on that?"

Xuan Hao pursed his lips, "Of course, don't worry. I value mutual consent the most, and I definitely won't force you to be with me."

"However..."

"You won't have any other choice but me. If you dare choose anyone else, I'll be jealous, angry, and resentful. And then... I'll crush that man to pieces and kill him right in front of you!"

Seeing that Ah Yin seemed about to argue, Xuan Hao directly raised his hand to interrupt her:

"Don't talk to me about worldly principles! This is how the world works! Might makes right, and all rules are built on that foundation!"

"Before, I wasn't strong enough, and I had to put on a show and play by the rules set by others. But from now on, everything in this world should operate according to my will!"

"I don't really have any grand ambitions to save the world. To be honest, everything I do is just to make myself happy."

"I'm willing! That's the fundamental logic behind all my actions! If I'm unhappy or find something objectionable, even if it means destroying some rules or ruining some people, it's all perfectly justified! After all, this is the underlying rule that everyone in Douluo Continent has subconsciously come to accept!"

Ah Yin was utterly speechless after hearing his arrogant yet irrefutable robber logic.

She sighed: "With your current strength and status, what kind of stunning woman can't you get? Why do you have to waste so much effort on me?"

"Am I the kind of person who does things casually?" Xuan Hao asked back.

"Put your hand on your heart and think about how many years I've been thinking about you. Who was it that risked everything to dig you out of that dark, dilapidated cave? Over the years, I've also used my own life essence to nourish you and replenish your vital energy. I've given so much, and you still don't know how I truly feel about you?"

Xuan Hao was too lazy to waste any more words and directly issued an ultimatum: "Anyway, this is the only way I've shown you the path, you choose for yourself."

"I'm going back to Heaven Dou City first. I'll come back after the Soul Master Competition is over, and then you'll have to give me a clear answer."

"If you really don't want to leave, then I'll just plant you directly below the spring of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well. The energy there is the most violent, but also the purest. You'll recover much faster there than you are now."

After saying that, Xuan Hao turned around decisively and prepared to leave.

"and many more--"

Just as Xuan Hao took two steps, Ah Yin's gentle voice suddenly came from behind him, calling out to him.

Ah Yin watched his retreating figure, her eyes flickering slightly, and said softly:

"Um... I've never seen the Soul Master Competition before. Could you... could you take me out to see it?"

Xuan Hao paused in his steps.

He turned around and glanced at Ah Yin with some surprise. Then, a triumphant smile appeared on his lips.

Swish!

A soft sonic boom rang out. Xuan Hao's figure vanished from his spot in an instant, and the next second he teleported in front of Ah Yin's phantom.

Before Ah Yin could react, Xuan Hao stretched out his arms and swept her blue-gold illusory figure up in his arms!

"ah!"

Ah Yin was startled by this sudden action and instinctively let out a cry of surprise.

Then, her eyes widened suddenly, her face filled with disbelief:

"You... I'm clearly just a phantom formed from a spiritual entity right now! How could you possibly touch me?!"

What shocked and even alarmed her even more was that when Xuan Hao embraced her, she didn't feel any energy contact at all, but rather the real, tangible warmth of a man's body and the feel of his solid muscles! This sensation was completely real?!

Seeing Ah Yin's expression as if she'd seen a ghost, Xuan Hao chuckled and bounced the weight in his arms.

"Have you been here too long and made yourself dull? Have you forgotten what's on me?"

“Arou’s 100,000-year-old soul bone possesses powerful mental illusions and materialization abilities. In addition, I also have the Ice Dragon King’s dragon soul within me, which is also a top-tier spiritual body. My spiritual power has long been materialized, and I can always use my spiritual power to truly touch you as if you were touching a physical object.”

Upon hearing this explanation, Ah Yin's expression instantly became extremely unnatural, and even her illusory ears blushed.

She bit her lip, her eyes darting away, and asked softly, "Since you've always been able to touch me... then why... have you never touched me before?"

In the past, when Xuan Hao came to visit her, he would at most sit and chat with her or sprinkle her blood on her, but he never crossed any boundaries.

This led her to believe that there was an insurmountable physical chasm between them before their physical bodies were reconstructed.

Upon hearing this, Xuan Hao asked in return with an innocent expression:

"You won't let me touch you."

"You've always been wary of me and wouldn't let me touch you. I already said I value mutual consent above all else. If you don't agree, I can't just force myself on you, can I?"

Chapter 324 Joint Coup

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After carefully storing the Blue Silver Emperor in his Qiankun Ring, Xuan Hao didn't linger any longer. With a flash, he sped off towards Tian Dou City.

When he returned to Tiandou City, he found that this already prosperous imperial capital had become more bustling and lively than ever before.

The streets and alleys were bustling with noise, and enthusiastic spectators from all over the country could be seen everywhere, as well as contestants dressed in various college uniforms.

The All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament is undoubtedly the most influential mega-event on the entire continent's economy in this era.

The cross-city spending, accommodation, dining, and even underground gambling transactions involving hundreds of millions of people...

During the short few months of the competition alone, the total flow of funds across the entire continent could exceed one billion gold soul coins!

It's important to understand that in an era before severe inflation, the terrifying cash flow of one billion gold soul coins was almost equivalent to the total annual tax revenue of the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires!

The reason why the Soul Master Competition received strong support from the royal families of the two great empires and the Spirit Hall is that it can really boost domestic demand and drive explosive economic development.

Money only becomes money when it circulates wildly; if it's all hoarded in a nobleman's cellar and doesn't move, it's just a pile of useless broken stones.

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