As soon as Qian Renxue took it out, an extremely peculiar blue energy fluctuation continuously radiated from it.
The entire triangular surface rippled like water, and these patterns didn't seem to be carved onto it. Rings of blue light flickered as if alive. From a distance, it looked like a blue gemstone.
"What is this…"
Xue Tianyu immediately sensed the immense power contained within it.
"The Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud."
Qian Renxue handed it over to Xue Tianyu. "This is considered the national treasure of the Heaven Dou Empire. Take it—after all, it's yours sooner or later."
The moment Xue Tianyu touched the triangular object, it seemed to possess its own consciousness, instantly transforming into a beam of blue light and merging into his body.
Immediately, a small triangular crystal appeared in Xue Tianyu's mind.
Along with it, the four abilities of the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud surfaced in his consciousness.
The first ability, Vast Sea Barrier, granted Xue Tianyu the power of invisibility and allowed him to form a defensive shield of flowing water around himself.
The second ability, Cosmic Stasis Barrier, was a control-type skill that could immobilize enemies whose spiritual power was less than three times Xue Tianyu's, sealing their movements.
The third and fourth abilities were offensive.
Vast Sea Torrent was an area-of-effect attack that could strike multiple targets simultaneously, though its damage output was somewhat lacking.
Cosmic Demonbreaker, a single-target attack, possessed extreme piercing power and could inflict devastating damage on a single enemy.
"This is quite impressive." Xue Tianyu was satisfied.
"As long as you like it." Qian Renxue smiled.
"So this is what humans call a national treasure." Gu Yuena narrowed her eyes slightly, sensing a faint divine aura emanating from the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.
It was clear that this object could be classified as a divine artifact.
Currently, Xue Tianyu's room wasn't just occupied by him and Qian Renxue.
Gu Yuena and Xue Di were also present.
Earlier, Xue Tianyu had informed Xue Di about tonight's plan.
After all, he would be out for a long time, and he needed to let her know to avoid unnecessary worry.
As for Gu Yuena—she had simply joined in because she saw that Xue Tianyu's room was filled with beautiful women.
Then, she immediately noticed the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.
Of course, Qian Renxue hadn't come just to deliver the item.
She had also brought a dress.
Tonight, she was going to reveal the truth to Emperor Xue Ye, and a stunning evening gown was essential.
"Wait for me a moment. I'll change into something else. Help me see if it looks good." Qian Renxue reached out to caress Xue Tianyu's face before stepping into the bathroom.
Xue Tianyu didn't mind.
However, inside the bathroom, there was already someone else—Xiao Wu, who had already been subdued by Xue Tianyu.
At least, on the surface, she had been successfully tamed.
Soon, the sound of rustling clothes being removed echoed from the bathroom.
Creak…
The door slowly opened.
Qian Renxue walked out.
At this moment, she was dressed in a low-cut evening gown that accentuated her flawless figure.
Her snow-white legs peeked out from beneath the dress, and her fair, delicate feet lightly touched the ground like mutton-fat jade, mesmerizing to the eye.
However, Qian Renxue's face was flushed, as if she felt extremely shy.
"What's wrong?" Xue Tianyu was puzzled.
Qian Renxue glanced at Xue Di and Gu Yuena.
She wasn't familiar with either of them.
But Xue Tianyu…
After hesitating for a moment, she beckoned him over.
"The zipper at the back of my dress—help me pull it up."
Then, she turned around, exposing her smooth, snow-white back and delicate shoulders.
Xue Tianyu approached her.
A gentle milky fragrance filled his nose.
It seemed that Qian Renxue had deliberately bathed before coming to his room.
The scent was quite pleasing.
"Hurry up…"
Standing there with her back exposed, Qian Renxue felt incredibly embarrassed.
What made it worse was that two other women were present, making her feel as if she were being watched while undressed.
Xue Tianyu reached for the zipper with one hand, while the other rested on her shoulder.
Then, he pulled.
Click…
The zipper got stuck.
That was why Qian Renxue couldn't pull it up herself.
"Is the dress too small?"
Xue Tianyu was puzzled.
"No… It's designed this way on purpose." Qian Renxue explained, "I need to hold my breath while you pull it up."
Xue Tianyu nodded in understanding.
With their coordination, the zipper was successfully pulled up.
The tight-fitting evening gown perfectly hugged Qian Renxue's figure, creating an astonishing cleavage.
As she turned around, her fair legs peeked from beneath the dress.
"Tianyu, do you think I look beautiful?" Qian Renxue asked, blushing.
"The most beautiful." Xue Tianyu nodded.
"You always know how to say nice things." Qian Renxue playfully tapped him before glancing at Gu Yuena, who was watching from the side.
"Who's prettier, me or her?"
"..."
Xue Tianyu was speechless.
How was he supposed to answer this?
No matter what he said, it would be the wrong answer.
If he said Qian Renxue was prettier, Gu Yuena would be upset.
If he said Gu Yuena was prettier, Qian Renxue would be unhappy.
This was a death trap.
At that moment, Xue Di noticed Xue Tianyu's dilemma.
She stepped in to help him out.
"Tianyu, are you sure you don't need any help with tonight's plan?"
Xue Tianyu glanced at Xue Di with gratitude.
That was a lifesaver.
"There's no need, Aunt Xue. Don't worry, I can handle it myself. There are no true experts in the Heaven Dou royal family. The only one, Poison Douluo, will likely flee at the sight of me. Tonight, Xue Ye is dead for sure."
Xue Tianyu was now far stronger than when he had crushed Tang Hao. He even had the Ice God's inheritance.
A mere palace coup was nothing to him.
At this moment, Xue Tianyu noticed that Xue Di's clothes were a bit disheveled.
Recalling their earlier intimacy, a nostalgic smile appeared on his face.
Soft lips, delicate feet, slender hands…
He stepped forward and pulled Xue Di into his arms, carefully fixing her attire.
Of course, he took the opportunity to steal a few touches.
Xue Di's face instantly turned red.
She grabbed Xue Tianyu's hands, trying to stop him with her gaze.
After all, there were so many people present.
How embarrassing…
After finishing, Xue Tianyu reluctantly let go.
Xue Di's face was now completely flushed.
His hands… were far too skilled.
Qian Renxue watched their intimate interaction and lightly bit her lip.
She wanted that too.
But…
Wouldn't that be strange?
Qian Renxue slipped her hand into her pocket, gripping a glowing inheritance pearl. Her pale fingers trembled slightly, her heart in turmoil.
'If this pearl didn't exist, if the Angel God's decree didn't exist… what kind of relationship would I have with Xue Tianyu now?'
She couldn't stop herself from imagining it. Her clear eyes revealed an almost imperceptible trace of sadness.
'Perhaps it's time to reveal my identity to Xue Tianyu. If he knows he has a sister, a family, he would be happy, right?'
'At least he didn't grow up under Bibi Dong's rule… He wasn't tormented by that woman.'
Qian Renxue made her decision.
After assassinating Xue Ye tonight, she would give this inheritance pearl to Xue Tianyu.
But when that time came…
How should she interact with him?
She had grown up alone in Spirit Hall, raised as a boy in place of Xue Qinghe.
She had no idea how to be a sister.
Especially to a younger brother who had already occupied her heart.
'Perhaps… this is fate. Heaven is blind.'
'Lovers…'