"Hey, where is Zhuqing going so late?"
When Zhu Zhuqing left her residence, the sound of the door opening woke up Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu.
It was already eight o'clock in the evening.
When Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong came out, they saw Zhu Zhuqing leaving the residence. They didn't know where she was going and were secretly confused.
"Is she going to practice?" Xiao Wu guessed.
Ning Rongrong shook her head. "Probably not."
They had just returned from Sunset Forest earlier that day, and the academy had given them two days off to rest.
The two had already planned to visit Tiandou City the next day to have some fun, so they intended to rest early.
But Zhu Zhuqing, instead of resting, had gone out mysteriously.
This made Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong very curious about what she was up to.
However, after thinking about it for a while, they decided not to follow her.
Meanwhile…
After Tang San returned from Sunset Forest, he immediately went into seclusion and began consuming the medicinal herbs he had retrieved from the Eyes of Ice and Fire, hoping to break through his current realm.
But something puzzled him deeply.
Ever since they returned from the Sunset Forest, he had been feeling uneasy—like he had lost someone important.
And that feeling just wouldn't go away.
"What's going on?"
"Did something happen to Dad?"
"No, definitely not."
Tang San could never have imagined that his father, Tang Hao, had already been killed—by none other than himself.
At Ah Yin's Residence
At this time, Tang Yin was meditating while Ah Yin practiced beside him.
After breaking through to level 80, Ah Yin needed a soul ring to advance further. However, she wasn't in a hurry. Instead, she focused on accumulating soul power. Otherwise, she would have already gone to Sunset Forest with Tang Yin and the others to find a suitable soul ring for her breakthrough.
At that moment, both of them sensed a presence approaching their residence—it was Zhu Zhuqing.
"Did you ask Zhuqing to come here?" Ah Yin looked at Tang Yin and asked.
Tang Yin nodded. "I plan to help her improve her strength faster. Otherwise, she won't be able to keep up with my pace. She'll be too weak by then, and it'll be harder for her to catch up."
When Ah Yin heard Tang Yin's explanation, she glanced at him shyly and said, "Then go next door and don't disturb my practice. Hmph!"
After saying that, Ah Yin snorted, clearly acting jealous.
She knew very well what Tang Yin meant when he said Zhu Zhuqing's physical strength couldn't keep up with him.
But she also understood how powerful her adopted son was.
She alone wasn't enough to match his strength.
Yet, despite knowing this, she still felt a tinge of jealousy in her heart.
Seeing this, Tang Yin hugged Ah Yin's soft body into his arms, gently kissed her lips, her cheeks, and her slender neck. Then, he trailed down to her fair, snow-white curves, taking in the alluring fragrance of her body.
"My dear stepmother, are you jealous?" he teased softly.
"I'm not!" Ah Yin denied immediately.
But as Tang Yin's hands continued to tease her sensitive spots, her breathing became uneven, unable to resist the pleasure.
However, Tang Yin stopped just then.
He looked into her eyes seriously.
"Don't worry. No matter how many women I have in the future, you will always be my good stepmother."
Tang Yin reassured Ah Yin.
Her position in his life was unique.
No one could ever compare to her role as his adoptive mother.
Ah Yin blushed, murmured an acknowledgment, and nodded slightly.
After spending a tender moment together, Tang Yin left the room, letting Ah Yin continue her practice.
At That Moment
There was a knock on the door.
Knock, knock, knock!
"Tang Yin, I'm here."
Zhu Zhuqing, outside the door, seemed worried that Tang Yin wouldn't know it was her. So, she knocked quickly and called out.
Creak—
Tang Yin opened the door and saw Zhu Zhuqing standing outside.
Her figure was curvy and alluring, and her face was charming and seductive.
Tonight, Zhu Zhuqing was wearing a tight black leather outfit, perfectly displaying her hot and curvy figure.
However, Tang Yin's eyes seemed to penetrate the leather and see the deeper desires hidden within Zhu Zhuqing.
When Tang Yin looked at her, he smiled meaningfully.
Zhu Zhuqing seemed to understand what his smile meant and quickly explained, "Don't misunderstand me! I just came to see if you needed anything from me—nothing more."
Zhu Zhuqing's explanation seemed like she was trying to cover up her intentions.
Naturally, Tang Yin didn't call her out on it.
He simply smiled and said, "Alright, I understand. Come in now."
With that, Tang Yin pulled Zhu Zhuqing inside and closed the door. They moved to the living room and sat down on the sofa.
On the sofa, Zhu Zhuqing occasionally stole glances at Tang Yin. However, being naturally quiet and shy, she didn't dare make it too obvious.
Still, when she thought of Tang Yin's words about having a gift for her tonight, her heart was filled with anticipation.
Without wasting time, Tang Yin took out a jade box from his soul guide and opened it.
Inside was a white crystal flower, as pure as a lotus. Tang Yin handed it to Zhu Zhuqing and said with a smile:
"This flower is called 'Narcissus Jade Muscle and Bone.' It nourishes the muscles and bones, connects the seven meridians and eight channels, enhances aptitude, and greatly boosts strength. When taking it, only eat the petals first, and then absorb the essence from the pistils."
"You must activate it with your soul power and remain calm to fully absorb its effects."
"Is this flower really that magical?" Zhu Zhuqing asked curiously.
"You'll find out after taking it," Tang Yin replied with confidence.
Zhu Zhuqing trusted Tang Yin completely.
Following his instructions, she carefully consumed the fairy herb and sat cross-legged on the sofa, digesting its medicinal effects bit by bit.
Initially, Tang Yin had considered giving Zhu Zhuqing a stronger herb, but since she still had unresolved matters in her heart, he decided to stick to the one from the original storyline for her.
Fortunately, there were no accidents during the absorption process.
Time passed quietly.
"Meow—"
A soft, cat-like sound drew Tang Yin's attention.
When he turned around, he saw Zhu Zhuqing opening her eyes, as if waking from a dream. Her beautiful eyes looked at him, still carrying a trace of confusion.
"Tang Yin, I... I think I've been promoted to level 38. Is this real?"
Zhu Zhuqing's voice was filled with disbelief and shock.
She couldn't believe that after just taking the herb Tang Yin gave her, her level had jumped to 38.
Tang Yin smiled and nodded. "Of course. I told you that you'd surpass Dai Mubai within a year. I wasn't lying."
"Now, focus on stabilizing your new strength."
"Afterward, I have another gift for you—one that will ensure your victory against your sister in the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition next year."
Hearing his words, Zhu Zhuqing nodded seriously and began stabilizing her strength, completely trusting Tang Yin.
While waiting, Tang Yin went into the room to grab something, then headed to the kitchen to prepare drinks, intending to relax while Zhu Zhuqing consolidated her power.
But when he returned from the kitchen, the scene before him shocked him.
Zhu Zhuqing had already stopped her cultivation.
Her tight black leather jacket was now removed, revealing the alluring outfit Tang Yin had given her earlier.
Her smooth, fair skin glistened under the light, resembling polished jade. Her delicate curves were slightly flushed, exuding an irresistible charm.
Her slender waist and perky, round hips created a mesmerizing silhouette.
She wore ultra-thin black stockings that highlighted her long, snow-white legs. The translucent material faintly revealed the veins beneath her skin, adding to her allure.
The sight made Tang Yin's heart pound uncontrollably.
Zhu Zhuqing seemed to notice his reaction. Her face flushed even deeper, but she didn't flinch.
After consolidating her strength earlier, Zhu Zhuqing had reflected on Tang Yin's selfless efforts to help her and felt the need to repay him.
However, she realized she had nothing material to offer him.
So, as Tang Yin's woman, she finally decided to let go of her shyness and offer herself wholeheartedly to him.
She didn't expect Tang Yin to come out of the kitchen right at that moment.
Tang Yin didn't say a word.
He walked straight toward Zhu Zhuqing.
Seeing him approach, Zhu Zhuqing, despite having mentally prepared herself, became shy once again.
"Zhuqing, you're so beautiful."
"Especially in this outfit paired with these black stockings. You're simply the most perfect masterpiece created by God."
"Having you is my greatest blessing."
Tang Yin praised her without hesitation.
"Then... do you like it?" Zhu Zhuqing asked softly, her voice trembling.
Tang Yin didn't reply with words.
Instead, he expressed his answer through actions.
"Mmm..." Zhu Zhuqing murmured shyly but slowly gave in to Tang Yin's passionate kisses and caresses, melting into his embrace bit by bit.
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