allendalepharm Chapter 1185 I feel like I've always been in his shadow
Chapter 1185 I feel like I've always been in his shadow
"Thank you for your generosity, Your Majesty. I won't stand on ceremony then."
Ye Nanxiao didn't pretend to refuse, after all, he had gone to great lengths to come to the deep sea to ask the mermaid clan for help.
As for the "heartfelt gift" mentioned by the Mermaid Queen, Ye Nanxiao guessed that it would most likely be some rare and precious treasures from the deep sea.
Even if he declines, he won't make the mermaid queen change her mind.
Although the incident with the Water Stone was unintentional, after taking Lijing as his apprentice, he taught her everything he could, except for knowledge about soul tools.
Although it wasn't a major achievement, it was still a minor one.
So he didn't refuse.
When the Mermaid Queen saw that Ye Nanxiao had agreed, a hint of satisfaction flashed in her eyes.
Then, she turned her attention to Xue Di.
The two emperors exchanged a glance and simultaneously raised their cups in a toast.
The Mermaid Queen was very curious. During the brief explanation that Regent had given her earlier, she had emphasized a few points about the Snow Empress's identity and the structure of the continent's soul beast world.
Why would a top-tier and powerful being like the Snow Empress follow a human?
No matter how talented this human is, they cannot escape the limitations of the human race.
Unless, racial restrictions are broken.
While the Mermaid Queen was quickly taking a look, the Snow Empress was also secretly observing her.
During the more than twenty years she lived with Ye Nanxiao, she could do almost everything Ye Nanxiao could do.
If we were to rank them by their apprenticeship, Xue Di would actually be Ye Nanxiao's first disciple.
The demon spirit and the jewel have to be ranked later.
Therefore, Xue Di also mastered Ye Nanxiao's observation skills.
While not wanting to offend the mermaid queen, he observed this king of the deep sea.
"Hmm...a very charming and pretty face. She's given birth to two daughters and still looks so good. I bet the two princesses never had to worry about food when they were young. The fishtail hairstyle covers part of her figure. She's a very charming young woman. She would look even better with a different hairstyle..."
Ye Nanxiao had no idea what Xue Di, who was sitting next to him chatting happily with the Mermaid Queen, was thinking.
At this moment, he was communicating with the merman high priest.
Both sides are using their soul power to maintain the transmission of sound, so they are not actually disturbed or interrupted by each other's voices.
What the mermaid high priest wanted to know was the soul that Ye Nanxiao had mentioned.
"Young friend Ye, I wonder what other price must be paid for this soul?" the mermaid high priest asked.
Is becoming a spirit similar to a spirit ring?
However, the high priestess of the mermaids observed that Xue Di was quick-witted, spoke clearly, and showed no abnormalities in her emotional response.
Even the usually knowledgeable merman high priest was still in shock.
"High Priest, please don't worry. Apart from being bound to me by life and having some limitations on her freedom, Xue'er has no other restrictions. Well, in the initial stage, a portion of her original strength may need to be sealed. This will be done to achieve a perfect fusion based on each person's cultivation level and physique," Ye Nanxiao explained.
Huo Yuhao sat beside him, listening intently, his understanding of souls also evolving.
Unexpectedly, the spirit created by Electrolux was developed and strengthened by Ye Nanxiao, and he felt a little disappointed.
Looking at Ye Nanxiao, who spoke eloquently and exuded leadership qualities, Huo Yuhao felt as if he had always been in Ye Nanxiao's shadow, unable to catch up.
If there's any sense of resentment, it stems from the competitive spirit inherent in all males, which is why Huo Yuhao feels disappointed.
As for jealousy, there wasn't. Huo Yuhao was well aware that he had more opportunities than Ye Nanxiao. For example, the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm chose him, the Ice Emperor bestowed upon him a martial soul, and Ilex was his personal teacher, as was Mu En.
Necromantic magic, reigning supreme, and opportunities such as ultimate ice.
Huo Yuhao looked at Ye Nanxiao. In his eyes, although Ye Nanxiao was born with a good martial soul, he was also very hardworking. His head, which was about the same size as his own, was full of imaginative ideas.
Huo Yuhao's thoughts at this moment can be summarized in one sentence.
Can talent and hard work really overcome cheat codes?
If Ye Nanxiao knew, he would definitely wave his hand and deny it.
Impossible! How could a genius beat someone who's cheating?
The only one who can beat someone who's cheating is someone who's cheating!
The only one who can beat a cheater is a cheater.
Talent? Effort?
Ye Nanxiao doesn't seem to have either of these two points.
As for the question about the mermaid high priest, Ye Nanxiao carefully considered his words before answering.
He could sense that the Mermaid High Priest was very enthusiastic about the Soul Project and was even eager to have Ye Nanxiao verify it on the spot.
But she seemed to be hiding some thoughts, her gaze towards Ye Nanxiao filled with fervor.
Ye Nanxiao hesitated. Could it be that the mermaid high priest harbored feelings for the ocean?
However, the relationship between humans and sea spirit beasts is just average; it's not particularly good, but it's not so bad that it would trigger a beast tide.
So why was the mermaid high priest so enthusiastic?
In fact, after witnessing Snow Empress's condition firsthand, the mermaid high priest suddenly had a bold idea.
The Mermaid Queen and the Snow Empress's interactions were very polite, mainly consisting of each other learning about the ocean and the continent.
They had finished chatting for a while and were quietly waiting for the mermaid high priest and Ye Nanxiao to finish their conversation.
Somewhat to their surprise, the mermaid high priest and Ye Nanxiao, one human and one mermaid, were surprisingly able to have a conversation.
Throughout the banquet, both sides ate and chatted, which surprised them both.
However, the banquet would not last long. Because Ye Nanxiao had asked for help, the Mermaid Queen invited them to stay overnight in the Mermaid Kingdom.
Finding a sea spirit beast that is nearing the end of its lifespan and has cultivated for over 50,000 years cannot be accomplished in a short time.
If Ye Nanxiao hadn't already informed Lijing that the difference in soul strength shouldn't be too great, this move probably wouldn't have gone smoothly. Instead, it would have made the Mermaid Kingdom think that Ye Nanxiao was taking the opportunity to search for soul beasts.
Regent arranged for Ye Nanxiao to stay in a small underwater courtyard that she had built herself.
"If you really become queen, the entire Mermaid Kingdom will probably be filled with the comics I drew for you!"
Looking at the small courtyard in front of him, which was very similar to a traditional courtyard house, Ye Nanxiao couldn't help but let his thoughts wander.
Will this mermaid kingdom, brimming with otherworldly charm, eventually be tainted by the Chinese style?
That made Ye Nanxiao extremely excited.
Lijing chuckled, glanced at Liya who was curled up asleep in Xue Di's arms, and said, "Master, I won't be the empress in the future, so you'd better try to please my sister!"
"Maybe she'll remember you someday!"
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As she spoke, Liya rolled over, revealing her small, delicate, golden fish tail.
The golden fish tail symbolizes the royal bloodline.
Ye Nanxiao raised an eyebrow slightly. He had momentarily forgotten that in the Mermaid Kingdom, the succession to the throne depended on bloodline.
"Oh dear, we might not see such a cute little thing again, but she'll become a big cutie and maybe even cuter!" Xue Di gently brushed the strands of hair from Liya's lips, her eyes full of affection.
The current Snow Empress is radiant with maternal glow.
Ye Nanxiao couldn't help but stare in disbelief.
The demon spirit and Huo Yuhao remained squatting to one side, completely unable to blend into the atmosphere.
However, the two did exchange some insights on combat.
One was born to be the sixth man, and the other loved being the sixth man. The two hit it off immediately and started exchanging experiences.
Let's turn our attention back to the sanatorium.
Ci Hai brought the carefully prepared light blue liquid to Mo Yin's lips.
Mo Yin opened his mouth and swallowed the medicine, his handsome face showing no emotion whatsoever.
Seeing this, Cihai couldn't help but sigh.
Since waking up and learning about her injuries, Moyin has looked utterly despondent.
Ci Hai understood that Mo Yin couldn't withstand the stimulation for a while, after all, she could only unleash about 30% of her full strength.
As for his peak strength, it would be difficult to recover it without a major opportunity in his life.
This was unacceptable to Moyin, who was determined to seal away demons, and she fell into a state of self-isolation.
"jingle!"
The door was pushed open, and the strings of seashells used as a cue collided together, making a pleasant sound.
Ci Hai turned his head, and after seeing who it was, he put down the medicine bowl and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Majesty the Empress, greetings, High Priest."
The visitors were none other than the Mermaid Queen and the Mermaid High Priest.
When he heard clearly who it was, a flicker of emotion reappeared in Mo Yin's lifeless eyes.
She struggled to get out of bed and bow, but was lifted up by the mermaid queen.
The gentle force returned the demonic sound to the bed.
"Child, there's no need for such formalities. You have made significant contributions to your race; you are a hero of the merfolk!" the Mermaid Queen said softly.
"But Your Majesty, my demon-sealing mission failed, and I almost implicated the two princesses!" Moyin said remorsefully.
The Mermaid Queen approached the bedside and sat down. She reached out and took Moyin's small hand in her own. Looking at the various unhealed wounds on the little hand, her eyes softened even more. "Child, every warrior and every strong person in the Mermaid Clan has to go through countless trials to achieve their status. Lijing and the others must also go through hardships to grow."
"This is a test for them. If they can't get through it, they can only blame themselves for not being strong enough."
These words, though seemingly cold, were indeed the truth to the merfolk.
If one is not strong enough, one can choose to remain in the clan for protection and contribute to the merfolk in other ways.
However, if you choose to become a warrior and strongman who protects the mermaid race, you must do your best to hone your skills.
The trials of life and death are the most ruthless, but also the fastest way to transform into a powerful being.
The Mermaid Queen gently comforted the demonic voice.
The mermaid high priest stared at Moyin's bruised arms, lost in thought.
Damaged meridians and obstructed flow can cause dark bruising.
He glanced again at the crystal-clear jade ointment on the small coral table beside the bed. It was the best healing medicine for the mermaids, the Jade Spirit Fish Ointment.
The box made of sea jade was empty.
Two hours have passed since the start of the banquet, and Moyin must have already used the healing medicine.
However, judging from the current situation, the results are not good. (End of this chapter)