Chapter 512 477: Ordinary [Long Chapter] (Part 4)

"This..."

The Empress was filled with horror.

This was the scar of the Dao Staircase, something that couldn't be fully healed even with countless Treasures of Heaven and Earth!

Until now, she had only relied on strong cultivation to stabilize those hidden dangers.

Throughout ancient times, there had never been a precedent for any creature repairing the scars of the Dao.

This is why strong cultivators above the Foundation Establishment Realm avoid fighting to the death unless absolutely necessary.

Because once the Dao is injured, it cannot be healed.

This is irreversible and has long been accepted as a fact!

The current scene completely subverted the Empress's understanding.

She actually saw the cracks on the Dao Staircase showing signs of repair?

For a moment, the Empress recalled all the information about Qin Yu.

His beloved spouses had been injured, and even the wounds of the Flame Guard, little Yan Yu, were healed by Qin Yu.

Clearly, all of this was related to that warm current.

The Empress finally realized she had underestimated Qin Yu's uniqueness.

Especially since Qin Yu had just broken through the Lotus Platform Realm, without fully comprehending Dao Rhyme, the Empress could never have imagined he could heal the cracks on the Dao Staircase.

Wait...

The Empress suddenly remembered that the most unique ability mentioned in the intelligence about Qin Yu was... enhancing one's Root Bone?!

Could her Root Bone still be improved?

The Empress possessed an Innate Dao Spirit Body, which was a special physique surpassing even the Top Grade Divine Body!

It was the most powerful physique in the world.

If it were to be enhanced, unless it becomes the legendary... Supreme Dao Body!

Legends say that those with a Supreme Dao Body can cross the heavenly chasm and reach the mythical Unity Realm.

Ancient texts record that only those with a Supreme Dao Body can successfully cross the Celestial Tribulation and become revered by all living beings... Venerable.

This is why, even though the Emperor of the Great Qin has immense power, he hasn't attempted to cross the Celestial Tribulation.

Emperor Qin is likely worried about this point!

But now, the Empress sees hope.

If she could possess the legendary Supreme Dao Body, perhaps one day, she could truly enter the Unity Venerable Realm.

Thinking of this, even the Empress couldn't help but feel waves of emotion.

The Empress immersed herself within.

She quietly perceived that warm current, and under such perception, she finally noticed that as the warm current circulated in her body, it brought about some subtle change.

This feeling was very faint, almost unnoticeable, but for someone like the Empress, any change in her body could not escape her perception.

She could clearly sense that her Root Bone was... transforming?!

It really could be enhanced!

How was this possible?!

Qin Yu himself only had an Upper Grade Dao Bone, how could he influence her Root Bone?

It was simply too unbelievable.

Nevertheless, once the Empress calmed down a bit and thought about it, the enhancement of a Root Bone, regardless of its current level, was inherently a miraculous event.

That guy was indeed very special!

Keeping him with a Tributor position was surely the right decision.

But...

This energy was too weak!

The speed of Root Bone transformation was nearly undetectable. Relying solely on this faint warm current, breaking the limits of the Root Bone was clearly insufficient.

No,

This wouldn't do.

The Empress needs more warm currents!

The Empress's current emotions were very complex; while she was shocked that the warm current could indeed enhance her Root Bone, she also found her thoughts incredible.

To obtain the warm current, she must...

After all, only Qin Yu possessed it.

And it must...

The Empress opened her eyes and stared at that man's silhouette, showing no signs of releasing her Dai Mei.

Although Qin Yu stood straight and seemed anxious, he wore nothing, completely bare...

He didn't resemble anyone decent!

And she herself... was stabbed in the back by him.

Even the Empress couldn't remain completely indifferent; within her and the Empress Dowager's hearts, Qin Yu had long been considered the future husband of little Ling'Er, also her brother-in-law.

However, she worried about little Ling'Er's ability to bear it, which is why she delayed these matters. As a result, during this outing, she secretly...

The Empress could scarcely imagine how the Empress Dowager would react if she learned about such things.

What kind of situation is this!

The Empress dared not face her inner thoughts, instinctively avoiding them.

Yet, relying solely on the warm current within her body, it would take years, even longer, to enhance her Root Bone.

No!

That man is her brother-in-law; continuing the mistake is absolutely unacceptable.

Yes.

Though the warm current is miraculous, her principles must not be compromised.

However...

Currently, she's crossing the tribulation.

What happens now is not her intention.

Thinking of this, the Empress took a deep breath, her consciousness slowly sinking.

...

"Qin Yu, why are you standing outside the door?"

A sweet, soft voice came from inside the room.

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Qin Yu shuddered.

What's going on?!

Didn't the Empress already regain consciousness?

He was blown away by a single palm, and despite having a Divine Body, he still felt acutely sore.

He didn't dare enter the room.

He didn't even dare turn around; what if the Empress was baiting, waiting for him to turn or enter, only to be blown away again?

But if it was baiting, wouldn't the Empress's sacrifice be too great?

Earlier, he hadn't heard the sound of clothes rustling, suggesting that the Empress inside might still be in new attire, openly confronting him.

"Qin Yu, I'm in pain..."

While Qin Yu was lost in thought, a somewhat aggrieved voice came from the Golden Thunder Dao Lotus.

It seemed the Empress wanted to prop herself up to find him, yet it pulled at a painful spot.

Upon hearing this, Qin Yu's heart softened, he turned resolutely.

Seeing those clear, lively eyes, Qin Yu instantly realized the Empress before him was not in her original consciousness; she remained amidst the Seven Emotions Tribulation.

"Your Majesty, don't move carelessly; beware of the wound."

Qin Yu quickly stepped into the room, approaching with concern.

However, Qin Yu did not notice that as he carelessly entered, even pointing directly at the Empress so indiscreetly, a flash of deep, annoyed color crossed her clear, lively eyes.

Damn! What wound!

This impudent guy, just wait!

"Qin Yu, weren't you accompanying me? Why did you run outside?"

The Empress held Qin Yu's arm, seeming to want him to join her on the Dao Lotus.

Is that something to ask?

Wasn't it because you slapped me away?

Qin Yu ascended the Dao Lotus once more, returning to a place with a familiar scent.

Upon feeling the Empress cling to him, he quietly exhaled a sigh of relief.

If in her original consciousness, the Empress wouldn't perform such an act; on the contrary, when he acted so insolently, she would have smacked him away with a tail facing him.

Such excessive behavior without anger...

Yes, she must still be quietly enduring the Seven Emotions Tribulation.

"Your Majesty, your lips look a bit dry."

Qin Yu probed further for reassurance.

"Qin Yu, y-you're terrible!"

"Hehe, do you like it, though?"

"Hmm, I do."

The previously seated figure was gently laid down, Qin Yu didn't hold back any longer, seemingly intent on avenging the slap just now.

Whether it was due to experiencing such matters for the first time, he sensed the Empress's body tensing momentarily?

Yet seeing no other response, Qin Yu thought nothing of it.

Perhaps the Empress's consciousness returning briefly was a result of the warm current, since his spouses had long reported its wonders.

To temporarily allow the Empress a momentary return from the tribulation was plausible.

If that's the case...

It was then fitting to rise and properly avenge this benighted ruler!

Qin Yu was reckless.

Unknown to him, with her back to him, the Empress lightly bit her silver teeth.

"Smack!"

With a crisp, echoing sound, the Empress gently closed her beautiful eyes.

Intolerable!

This fellow was becoming increasingly audacious.

"Your Majesty, how do you feel?"

Qin Yu did not forget to foster their bond.

"S-So so..."

The Empress uttered a slightly unclear response, indistinct whether out of happiness or embarrassment.