Chapter 87: Mysterious and Bewitching

Chapter 87: Chapter 87: Mysterious and Bewitching

Hearing Bai Qianluo’s words, a look of astonishment crossed Qiao Suluo’s face.

She analyzed, "This is a Secret Realm. It suddenly became so freezing cold. Could it be related to that Snow Domain Beastman with the Ice and Snow Ability?

"Could it be that he is still alive?"

Bai Qianluo’s expression grew even colder. "It might be related, or perhaps everything within the Secret Realm is inherently unpredictable."

Qiao Suluo pondered, "The Spiritual Energy here is much more abundant than where we live. Is it possible that a thousand years ago, Spiritual Energy was abundant, which allowed Beastmen to awaken and cultivate superpowers?"

Currently, Beastmen all practiced Ancient Martial Arts, which was completely different from superpowers.

Bai Qianluo concentrated and said, "Based on the ancient records we know, Beastmen today are unable to awaken and cultivate superpowers. It might really be related to the lack of Spiritual Energy.

"I just didn’t expect the Spiritual Energy in the Secret Realm to be so different from the outside world."

Chu Moyuan looked at the wind and snow outside the cave, his expression aloof and cold. "I once stumbled upon a fragment of an ancient text. It stated that a thousand years ago, the Beast World possessed a Spirit Vein, which resulted in abundant Spiritual Energy. However, a thousand years ago, in order to seal the Dark Creatures, all the Great Powers of that era opened up Secret Realms near the Spirit Vein. They also set up restrictions, sealing most of the Spiritual Energy inside the Secret Realms simply to reinforce the seal."

As he spoke, a gloomy look flickered in Chu Moyuan’s eyes, as if he were worried about something.

Qiao Suluo’s brows furrowed tightly, and her face paled slightly. She communicated with the system using her mind. "System, you mentioned earlier that the dangerous creature aura you sensed was very strong. Could it be a Dark Creature?"

The system replied, "If a Dark Creature is sealed here, then the dangerous aura I sensed belongs to it. The Mutant Beasts and mutated plants that emerged from the river earlier might also be related to the Dark Creatures.

"Perhaps the dark aura exuded by the Dark Creatures caused the beasts and even plants in the river to mutate. Coincidentally, when the heavy rain arrived, the vortex of the underground river opened up, and they emerged along with it.

"However, I can also sense an even purer and more powerful life force awakening. It is related to the current blizzard.

"I also heard what Bai Qianluo and Chu Moyuan just said. If that is the case, then this pure and powerful ice and snow aura is what sealed the Mutant Beasts once again, preventing them from emerging."

Hearing this, Qiao Suluo formed a shocking guess in her heart. She thought, "So it’s highly likely that the Snow Domain Beastman from a thousand years ago has been using a powerful Ice and Snow Ability to seal away all the dark auras."

The system also didn’t know the specifics and didn’t dare to give Qiao Suluo a definitive answer.

"But how do we get out?" she asked.

The system replied, "I don’t know right now. But if this blizzard is related to that Snow Domain Beastman, then this Secret Realm is under his control. The fact that you were able to come here shows that you are fated to do so and won’t die easily. So, surviving is your top priority right now."

Qiao Suluo’s mouth twitched. "Then give me more points so I can redeem items from the store."

"The host must sell items the store wants to acquire in order to exchange them for points."

"It’s snowing heavily outside. How am I supposed to find medicinal herbs and mountain goods to exchange for points? I don’t want to freeze to death here tonight."

The clothes they were wearing were all very thin. If this continued, they might freeze stiff in their sleep. Neither Bai Qianluo nor Chu Moyuan’s true forms had fur, making it impossible for them to naturally keep warm. If Tushan Feishang and Yue Hanzheng were here and reverted to their true forms, their thick fur would definitely be incredibly warm.

The system fell silent for a moment before saying, "The host can purchase on credit for now, but you will have to repay the points later."

Qiao Suluo’s eyes lit up. So that was an option! "System, you’re the best."

A moment later, when Qiao Suluo produced a quilt and three thick cotton-padded coats, Bai Qianluo and Chu Moyuan were once again stunned.

Looking at their horrified expressions and how they hesitated to speak, Qiao Suluo took the initiative to explain, "I’ve awakened a Space Ability, which is why I can take these things out."

The points she could borrow on credit were limited, so she could only buy cheap cotton coats. Fortunately, the store was very considerate and offered coats identical to the local clothing styles.

When Qiao Suluo mentioned her Space Ability, both Bai Qianluo and Chu Moyuan’s pupils constricted in shock. Both of them solemnly and seriously warned her never to speak of this to outsiders.

Qiao Suluo nodded hastily.

"It is said that even a thousand years ago, when everyone could awaken and cultivate superpowers, Space Abilities were extremely rare."

Let alone in the current era.

As they spoke, the instant noodles were ready. Qiao Suluo served three large bowls, each topped with a poached egg.

"Eat while it’s hot, or it’ll get cold."

As Bai Qianluo and Chu Moyuan ate the boiled instant noodles, they felt a scalding warm current enter their stomachs, warming their limbs and bones. The cold was entirely dispelled by the hot soup. Moreover, the noodles were incredibly delicious, featuring a flavor they had never experienced before.

Bai Qianluo fared a bit better. He had already tasted Qiao Suluo’s cooking at home, so he was better prepared for the shock. Chu Moyuan, however, was utterly stunned. The fingers holding his chopsticks trembled slightly. He had never eaten such delicious noodles in his life.

His chest felt as if it were burning with warmth from the bowl of noodles. The blizzard outside seemed to gradually fade away; all that existed before his eyes was this heartwarming food.

Looking at his complex, flickering expression, Qiao Suluo asked, "Is it good?"

Chu Moyuan’s voice lacked its usual icy aloofness, replaced by a trace of softness. "It’s delicious. This is the best food I have ever eaten."

Qiao Suluo smiled. "When you come home with us, you’ll be able to eat delicious food every day."

Chu Moyuan’s throat bobbed. Her words painted such a beautiful picture. In the past, he wouldn’t have believed them, but now, he wanted to try trusting her just this once. "Okay."

Bai Qianluo kept his head down as he ate, every movement elegant and noble. Only he knew the sour, uncomfortable feeling welling up in his heart.

He finally understood how Que Hongjin felt.

But his wife was so wonderful, she certainly wouldn’t have only two Beast Husbands. Moreover, in such a freezing environment, having Chu Moyuan around meant his wife would be better protected.

With that thought, Bai Qianluo successfully consoled himself.

After the meal, the two men insisted that Qiao Suluo sleep first while they took turns keeping watch.

Listening to the howling wind and snow, Qiao Suluo’s drowsiness grew heavier. After she fell asleep, she felt a voice and a power summoning her in her hazy state of consciousness.

Her Divine Sense suddenly leaped out, ascending into the air, and then involuntarily flew in a certain direction. Upon drawing closer, she saw a towering iceberg sculpted like a grand ice palace.

She had no idea why she was there.

Just then, a mysterious and bewitching man with hair as white as snow descended above the ice palace. A white animal skin garment could not conceal his peerless beauty. When those peach blossom eyes gazed at her from afar, they seemed to hold the gleaming light of a bright moon.

"You’re here."

Qiao Suluo pointed at herself. "Are you talking to me? Do you know me?"

The man slowly descended from the sky above the ice palace. With every movement, an aura of wind and snow surrounded him. His voice was ethereal, like snow falling in an empty valley. "To have entered my Secret Realm, you must be destined to meet me."

As he spoke, he slowly walked up to her.

Only when she saw him clearly up close did Qiao Suluo realize just how beautiful this man was. His beauty was almost magnificently demonic, yet paradoxically, it carried a holy, divine aura.