Chapter 343: The Shui Family Head’s Progress Inspires Us All
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After Shui Yuanchen left, Yu Qingluan, dressed in maid attire, approached and began tidying up the chessboard.
Yu Qingluan's graceful figure moved elegantly through the courtyard in her simple maid uniform. Despite her modest clothing, it did little to conceal her noble demeanor and stunning beauty.
Shui Wuya looked at Yu Qingluan and smiled, "Qingluan, you've been with the Shui family for a while now. How are you adjusting?"
Yu Qingluan was momentarily taken aback by Shui Wuya's direct inquiry and quickly nodded in response, "Yes, Master. I'm very comfortable here. The environment is wonderful, and I really enjoy it."
Her face was filled with gratitude and joy, feeling honored to serve the Shui family head.
Shui Wuya, observing Yu Qingluan's attitude, nodded with a smile.
Feeling a bit bored, Shui Wuya moved to another part of the courtyard.
He sat before an ancient zither, its surface emitting a faint, serene glow. His fingers lightly strummed the strings.
As Shui Wuya's fingertips danced, the zither produced a series of clear, melodious notes, flowing like a gentle stream.
Sunlight filtered through the trees and bathed Shui Wuya's handsome, refined face. His deep, thoughtful gaze seemed to merge the zither's music with the natural world.
The atmosphere in the courtyard became tranquil and pleasant. The maidservants paused their tasks, and the disciples stopped their training, quietly listening to Shui Wuya's music, their faces showing contentment.
"Master Shui is not only immensely powerful but also excels in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Truly remarkable."
"Given how outstanding Master Shui is and how hard he works, we have no reason to slack off."
Everyone was deeply impressed and filled with admiration for Shui Wuya.
After the performance, the Shui family's disciples threw themselves into their training with renewed vigor, striving to improve.
Yu Qingluan gently picked up a teapot, brewed a cup of tea, and approached Shui Wuya with the tea cup. Her movements were graceful and elegant, her eyes sparkling with a hint of shyness and anticipation.
"Master, please enjoy this tea."
Yu Qingluan offered the cup with a soft voice.
Shui Wuya took the cup with a slight smile, "Thank you."
Yu Qingluan stood by, quietly watching Shui Wuya savor the tea, feeling a surge of emotions.
Up close, she realized that Shui Wuya was not only a genius in cultivation but also a refined and poetic talent.
His music, calligraphy, painting, and lively conversation captivated her.
Though she knew the distance between herself and Shui Wuya might be insurmountable, Yu Qingluan didn't regret her situation. She cherished every moment and enjoyed the wonderful life she had beside him.
In the Extreme North, the vast, boundless ice and snow stretched endlessly.
Several hundred-thousand-year-old beast kings led their tribes, roaring as they raced across the frozen landscape!
The beast kings were mighty and imposing, their enormous bodies exuding the power of ice and snow. The glaciers beneath them cracked open, as if the earth itself was making way for them.
Their morale was high, advancing boldly, and making great efforts to expand the Snow Emperor's territory.
On the coastline of the Extreme North,
In the land of the eternal glaciers,
The ice turtles, clad in thick ice armor with their shells covered in a layer of ice crystals, had thrived here for thousands of years.
The chief of the ice turtles, sensing the growing danger in the Extreme North, decided to lead his tribe in migration. Though reluctant to leave the ancestral land they had inhabited for ten thousand years, they felt helpless against the legendary Snow Emperor's power.
"May the Ice God bless us for a safe migration!"
The ice turtles performed various ceremonial gestures on the glacier, praying for protection and a smooth relocation.
Just as they were preparing to set off, a powerful hundred-thousand-year soul beast appeared suddenly at the glacier's edge, causing a wave of panic among the ice turtles.
However, instead of attacking, the soul beast announced it was delivering the Snow Emperor's decree.
"The Snow Emperor has declared that the Ice Turtle Clan may continue to live here. The soul beasts of the Extreme North will always respect the Ice God, and both parties can coexist harmoniously."
The ice turtles were overjoyed upon hearing this news.
"Thank you, Ice God!"
Their faith in the Ice God grew even stronger, and they felt immense gratitude and respect for the Snow Emperor.
Within the Valley of the Gods, the Snow Emperor sat amidst the snow and ice, surrounded by a dense aura of faith power.
With her eyes closed in deep concentration, she emanated a faint, shimmering light of ice and snow.
The power of faith continuously flowed into her, which she absorbed and assimilated.
Suddenly, the snow-like aura around the Snow Emperor erupted violently, freezing the surrounding space.
A surge of immense power filled her body, and she successfully broke through to the demigod level!
After the breakthrough, the Snow Emperor was completely transformed.
Her figure stood even more majestic, and her already stunning face now displayed a regal and aloof demeanor.
The once proud Snow Emperor now seemed even more divine, like a goddess of snow descending to the mortal realm.
Feeling the nourishing power of the demigod level within her, the Snow Emperor was deeply excited.
Previously, without the power of faith, she could only practice arduously.
But now, with the means of gathering faith power granted by Shui Wuya, her breakthrough came with astonishing speed.
"Father is truly amazing."
She couldn't help but feel a deep sense of admiration.
Beside her, a gigantic Titan Snow Demon King was also thrilled.
Despite its terrifying size and appearance, the Snow Demon King retained a childlike innocence.
It had a snow-white body covered in tough ice armor, with curious eyes gleaming brightly.
The Titan Snow Demon King eagerly imagined the future: with the Snow Emperor reaching the demigod level, they would have a solid foundation to dominate the continent, look down upon all rivals, and, most importantly, bully other soul beasts!
"Report, Snow Emperor! The Extreme North is almost completely subdued!" the Titan Snow Demon King reported.
"Ah Tai, you've done well."
The Snow Emperor nodded, her tone conveying approval.
The Titan Snow Demon King, pleased with the praise, felt a surge of pride and a hint of ambition.
"Snow Emperor, since the Extreme North is nearly conquered, it's time to expand outward."
The Titan Snow Demon King approached the Snow Emperor, excitedly saying, "I know of a place called the Star Dou Forest, where the soul beasts are quite arrogant. They often fought with us in the past, and their leader, named Di Tian, is known as the Beast God.
Snow Emperor, why not lead us to conquer the Star Dou Forest!"
Upon hearing this, the Snow Emperor's expression changed immediately. Without hesitation, she grabbed the Titan Snow Demon King's ear.
"Ouch, that hurts! Snow Emperor, what's wrong? Did I say something wrong?"
The Titan Snow Demon King cried out in pain, clutching its ear.
The Snow Emperor's gaze was icy. The Star Dou Forest was now her father's domain.
She didn't want to reveal anything about her father, who was a person of modesty.
Thus, she had to warn the Titan Snow Demon King.
"Are you looking for trouble? Never mention the Star Dou Forest again. It is not a place for you to act recklessly."
The Snow Emperor's voice was stern.
The Titan Snow Demon King, intimidated by the Snow Emperor's attitude, tried to defend itself, "Snow Emperor, you're now even stronger than Di Tian. The Beast God should be you. I was just trying to help you!"
(End of Chapter)