Nine Nether Continent, 8 a.m.

Jialan Imperial Capital

Outside Lin Yi's residence, Ling Yuwei gently knocked on the door:

"Knock knock~"

"Master Lin Yi, are you up?"

At this time, Ling Yuwei was dressed in a tight-fitting white robe with sleeves, beneath which was a gauzy floral skirt.

A delicate bow was tied at her waist with a silver ribbon, her hair cascading down and adorned with a jade hairpin.

Her eyes, like autumn water, looked at the tightly closed door in front of her, her red lips slightly parted:

"You've just arrived here, young master, may I act as your host and show you around?"

Her tone was cautious, as if afraid that the person inside would refuse.

This was not Ling Yuwei's original nature.

Even she didn't know why she became so cautious and careful.

In the past, it was always others who were cautious before her, fearing to upset her,

And now she finally understood that feeling.

Even though Ling Yuwei herself somewhat hated this feeling right now…

But why had it become like this?

She recalled yesterday's proud figure that did not flinch amidst the thunderstorm.

Is it because of him?

Just then, Lin Yi's voice suddenly came from inside:

"Give me a moment."

Did he agree?

Under her long eyelashes, Ling Yuwei's enchanting eyes blinked.

But she still smiled and responded:

"Alright."

She then quietly stepped back onto the courtyard ground, waiting patiently.

Around the corridor corner, Ling Yudao watched his daughter.

His face, marked by the years, revealed endless melancholy, and he murmured to himself:

"Is this your choice, my Wei'Er."

There was still too much unknown about Lin Yi.

This man, who even he couldn't see through, he didn't know if Ling Yuwei's choice was right or wrong.

Honestly, Ling Yudao could sacrifice himself, even sacrifice Linlang Pavilion, but he didn't want to sacrifice his daughter's lifelong happiness.

However, seeing Ling Yuwei now...

"Sigh~"

After a sigh, Ling Yudao turned and left.

Since things had already happened, Ling Yudao wasn't a stubborn person.

He didn't want to interfere too much in his daughter's emotional world.

Unless one day he discovered that this man could not bring her happiness…

When Ling Yuwei's figure disappeared from Ling Yudao's sight, his eyes suddenly turned from gentle to icy.

He slowly disappeared amidst the pavilions and buildings, and no one knew where he ultimately went.

…

…

"12 noon on Rafam Continent is 6 p.m. on Nine Nether Continent." 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

In the room, Lin Yi was muttering to himself as he stared at a piece of paper:

"This means…"

"The time on Nine Nether Continent is six hours ahead of Rafam Continent."

"Yamada Miki didn't specify an accurate time for three days later."

"Including my preparation time, I must go to Rafam Continent by noon three days later on Nine Nether Continent."

"And the Divine Son competition starts tomorrow."

At this moment, Lin Yi still didn't know the rules of this so-called Divine Son competition, nor how long it would take to complete the selection.

Lin Yi thought:

'If I can't complete it by noon three days later, do I have to give up the Dragon Soul?'

This question arose, and Lin Yi immediately rejected it.

Though the Divine Son competition is important, the Dragon Soul, possibly related to the Dragon God, is equally crucial.

The best outcome now would be:

The Divine Son competition ends within the stipulated time, allowing me to return to Rafam Continent immediately.

To retrieve the Dragon Soul from Yamada Miki that's related to the Dragon God.

Yet, there's something Lin Yi has to consider.

If the competition cannot be completed within the allotted time...

Lin Yi furrowed his brow:

"Looks like I should find a time to return to Rafam Continent and make arrangements."

"This time, I'll also take the Elemental Spirit along."

However, the clone is currently on cooldown, so Lin Yi had to temporarily put this plan aside.

He would wait until the clone's cooldown ends at night before proceeding.

Otherwise, with the Divine Son competition starting tomorrow, who knows if there'll be a chance to return to Rafam Continent.

After Lin Yi sorted out what he needed to do in the coming days, he finally exhaled a long breath.

It wasn't until then that Lin Yi suddenly remembered something:

"Oh no, I almost forgot."

Lin Yi quickly stood up to open the door.

As soon as the door opened, Ling Yuwei, dressed in a white gown, was standing there with a smile in her eyes.

Ling Yuwei's red lips parted softly:

"Good morning, Master Lin Yi!"

"Uh~ Good morning."

Lin Yi couldn't help but smile awkwardly:

"Sorry, I was pondering over something and lost track of time."

"Hope Miss Ling didn't wait for long."

Faced with the apologetic Lin Yi, Ling Yuwei only smiled faintly:

"Not at all, I just arrived myself."

Lin Yi smiled and said:

"That's good."

Just then, Ling Yuwei suddenly said to Lin Yi:

"Did Master Lin Yi notice anything different about me today?"

Saying this, she spun around in front of Lin Yi.

Lin Yi curiously looked at Ling Yuwei, why did she seem so peculiar today?

What's different... Is it her attire?

Though Ling Yuwei still wore a veil, today's outfit accentuated her curves even more.

Especially her barely concealed skin beneath the thin gauze, which ignited a primitive allure in a man's heart.

Under Ling Yuwei's expectant gaze, Lin Yi seriously remarked:

"This dress suits you well."

"Uh~"

Ling Yuwei froze momentarily, then turned away, her face blushing profusely.

Lin Yi was puzzled:

"What's wrong…"

"Did I say something wrong?"

Faced with the oblivious Lin Yi, Ling Yuwei lowered her head in embarrassment:

"No, it's nothing."

Ling Yuwei was thankful she had put on the veil just now.

Otherwise, if he saw her expression earlier… Ling Yuwei dared not think further.

Quickly regaining her composure, Ling Yuwei smiled again:

"Let's go, I'll show you around."

"Oh sure!"

Lin Yi thought he had nothing else to do, so he agreed.

He could also use this chance to experience the customs of Nine Nether Continent.

As for Ling Yuwei's unusual behavior, he didn't dwell on it.

Just thought she was shy as girls often are.

In matters of love, Lin Yi was always a bit clueless.

Given that Lin Yi didn't bring it up, Ling Yuwei naturally chose not to mention it either.

Walking side by side, they stepped out of the mansion.

However, as they just exited, they saw an unexpected figure.

Seeing this, Lin Yi chuckled softly:

"Wow, what a grand sight!"

There stood Charles, the Eldest Prince of Ao Sheng Empire, blocking the entrance with a group of people, saying:

"Heading out, are we?"