Northern Profound Continent. Northern Profound Palace.
Within the grand hall, the former matron of the Northern Profound Palace, Lady Qin—Liu Baihua—sat limply atop Zhou Yi's lap, her delicate face flushed red.
Meanwhile, Zhou Yi reclined upon the palace lord's throne—once belonging to Qin Beixuan—enjoying an experience that Qin Beixuan had never known.
"Not bad."
Zhou Yi's large hand gently caressed Liu Baihua's smooth jade-like back, his voice carrying satisfaction.
"Then… will you remove your treasure now?"
Liu Baihua's watery eyes gazed at Zhou Yi, her heart a tangled web of emotions—humiliation, hatred, pain, pleasure, and excitement—each interwoven.
One truth, however, stood clear: Zhou Yi surpassed Qin Beixuan—by every measure.
In both strength… and in other ways.
"That's not impossible. It depends on how you perform next."
Zhou Yi smiled faintly, ruffling Liu Baihua's silky hair.
With that, his palm pressed firmly atop her head, forcing her to kneel before the throne where she had once stood alongside Qin Beixuan, basking in the reverence of countless subjects.
Who could have foreseen that one day she would kneel before this very seat?
Boom!
Suddenly, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth surged violently. Clouds billowed, and the countless grand formations of the Northern Profound Palace shimmered with radiant brilliance. A figure soared into the sky.
"It seems Jiu You is about to break through."
Zhou Yi stroked Liu Baihua's head, his gaze fixed upon the ascending figure of Nine Nether without surprise.
Previously, with his assistance, Jiu You had successfully evolved into the Nine Netherworld Bird, her cultivation skyrocketing to the threshold of the Heavenly Supreme Realm.
Afterward, Zhou Yi had consistently funneled resources into her lineage, binding Jiu You to his cause and allowing her to enjoy the system's enhancements—accelerating her cultivation speed.
Moreover, the resources Zhou Yi provided acted like supreme spiritual treasures, drastically aiding her training.
Jiu You's rapidly growing cultivation had long since stabilized.
The final catalyst was the Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood he had gifted her.
With such foundations, her advancement to the Heavenly Supreme Realm was inevitable.
"Don't get distracted… or do you no longer want me to take back my treasure?"
Noticing Liu Baihua's pause, Zhou Yi pressed down, reminding her.
Liu Baihua glared fiercely at Zhou Yi before burying her focus once more, no longer concerned with Jiu You's breakthrough.
Boom!
Billions of rays of spiritual light erupted from Jiu You's body. In that dazzling radiance, her form rapidly expanded in size, swelling to nearly a thousand zhang.
Her figure radiated a sacred brilliance, appearing like a blazing sun suspended in the void, casting waves of light in all directions.
Jiu You glanced at her immense body, sensing the boundless spiritual power surging through every inch of her flesh, bones, and even every drop of blood—so saturated that no more could be contained.
It felt as if a reservoir had reached its brim, with even the smallest addition threatening to burst the banks.
She had reached the absolute pinnacle below the Heavenly Supreme Realm.
At this threshold, she could sense the presence of a bloodline shackle—unyielding and impenetrable—blocking all paths of ascension.
"A bloodline shackle…"
Jiu You's expression was contemplative. Given time, she could break through on her own.
But she was unwilling to wait.
More importantly, she had absolute confidence in her success.
With a steady hand, she produced the Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood bestowed by Zhou Yi.
With this blood, her breakthrough was nearly guaranteed—if not at one hundred percent, then at least ninety percent.
"Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood… I'll be relying on you!"
Taking a deep breath, Jiu You closed her eyes and swallowed the blood.
Buzz!
The instant the essence blood merged into her body, pitch-black flames erupted around her, sending the ambient temperature skyrocketing.
Within the black flames, Jiu You transformed into a colossal ebony egg, its surface etched with profound and ancient runes.
The flames clung tightly, blazing fiercely.
Time passed slowly.
Zhou Yi could feel something stirring within the egg—something being reborn from within.
A primordial, enigmatic aura emanated from the egg.
"It seems Jiu You's evolution is entering its final stage…"
Zhou Yi's eyes gleamed with anticipation. If she succeeded, Jiu You would become a Super Divine Beast and ascend to the Heavenly Supreme Realm.
"What kind of divine beast is that woman…?"
While diligently tending to her task, Liu Baihua's mind raced. She had always believed Jiu You to be a Nine Nether Bird—but now she wasn't so sure.
Rumble!
A savage, thunderous roar echoed across the heavens. Zhou Yi, pressing down on Liu Baihua's head, looked towards Jiu You's location.
Dark clouds churned, lightning serpents dancing within—gathering the destructive power of tribulation lightning.
"It's the Tribulation Lightning."
Just as humans faced heavenly obstacles upon breaking through to the Heavenly Supreme Realm, divine beasts endured tribulation when evolving into Super Divine Beasts.
If the lightning had arrived, success was but a step away.
Boom! Boom!
The sky split open, unleashing colossal lightning pillars.
The air itself scorched with destructive force—but before the lightning could strike the black egg, an obsidian flame pillar erupted to meet it.
Dong!
Lightning and fire clashed, filling the heavens with deafening explosions before both forces dissipated.
Yet the tribulation would not relent.
More lightning descended, relentless and furious.
Within the storm, the black flames formed a protective barrier—but the continuous onslaught began to wear it down.
Crack!
At last, the barrier shattered.
Above, the thunderclouds condensed once more before unleashing a final lightning bolt—more colossal and terrifying than any before—directly at the egg.
Screech!
A piercing cry echoed across the heavens as the black flames erupted, spreading wide obsidian wings.
The black phoenix unfurled its wings, its body wreathed in flames. With a gaping maw like a black hole, it swallowed the lightning whole.
Its cry shook the heavens.
All gazes turned skyward to behold the majestic black phoenix soaring through the clouds—its ancient, noble aura blanketing the entire land.
Zhou Yi's face radiated satisfaction.
Jiu You had finally completed her ultimate evolution—transcending the ordinary divine beast bloodline to become a true Super Divine Beast.
The Ancient Undying Phoenix.
Now, he had yet another Heavenly Supreme wife.
Including Liu Baihua… that made three.
Even the illustrious Hundred Battles Emperor or the Western Heaven War Emperor—renowned for their harems of three thousand beauties—could scarcely claim so many Heavenly Supreme wives.
"A Super Divine Beast… Is she a phoenix?"
Liu Baihua was, after all, a Heavenly Supreme. Witnessing Jiu You's successful evolution, even she couldn't help but feel secretly shaken.
Super Divine Beasts were not cabbages that grew on the roadside.
Once fully matured, a Super Divine Beast would naturally possess the power of a Heavenly Supreme.
Therefore...
Their numbers were exceedingly rare.
Each one was a priceless existence.
At this moment, the black phoenix cloaked in dark flames descended from the sky, finally transforming into a tall, slender, and graceful figure amidst a swirl of black light.
The members of Northern Profound Palace turned their gazes toward her. Even Zhou Yi's eyes flickered with a hint of astonishment.
The evolved Jiu You seemed to have undergone a transformation.
Her black robe clung to her delicate curves, her jade-like legs straight and slender. Ebony locks cascaded down her back, and the once cold and untamed beauty now carried a mysterious and noble air.
Her luminous eyes resembled black holes burning with dark flames — deep enough to drown one's soul.
In the past, Jiu You had been cold and wild.
Now, she exuded a captivating allure, an enigmatic charm paired with the innate nobility of her bloodline, making others instinctively hesitate to approach.
Sensing Zhou Yi's gaze, Jiu You's beautiful eyes met his, a faint smile gracing her flawless face.
Her successful evolution into the Ancient Undying Phoenix owed everything to Zhou Yi.
Even during her previous evolution into the Nine Netherworld Bird, without Zhou Yi's help, she would have either perished or suffered severe injuries, requiring countless years of recovery.
Becoming a Super Divine Beast would have been an impossible dream.
However...
Recalling what Zhou Yi had just done with Liu Baihua...
Even as a Super Divine Beast, Jiu You's cheeks flushed red, a hint of shyness flickering in her eyes.
Scoundrel.
Shameless.
Degenerate.
"Congratulations, congratulations!"
Zhou Yi smiled, a trace of excitement in his eyes.
"Hmph."
Jiu You snorted coldly before vanishing into the void, heading straight for Qing Yanjing.
"Urk..."
Liu Baihua, still shaken by Jiu You's successful evolution, coughed violently.
"Not bad."
Zhou Yi left behind a casual remark before disappearing from the throne.
After all, the freshly evolved Jiu You was truly enchanting.
As for Liu Baihua — her mission had been completed.
"Despicable man!"
Wiping the corner of her lips, Liu Baihua finally caught her breath. Watching Zhou Yi leave without hesitation, she felt a strange twinge of jealousy.
Her slender fingers brushed against her lower abdomen. The treasure Zhou Yi had taken was now safely stored away — a small consolation for the suffering she had endured.
Struggling to her feet, she collapsed onto the throne, her gaze distant.
Meanwhile...
Zhou Yi arrived at the residence of Jiu You and Qing Yanjing.
In his left hand, he toyed with a pair of Yin-Yang Iron Sphere — their dark cyan surface carved with intricate patterns and mysterious lines. Though not smooth, their texture was incredibly pleasant.
After frequent playing and nurturing, the Iron Sphere had become increasingly refined — a prized possession of Zhou Yi's.
He had lent them to Liu Baihua for a few days...
But she didn't like them.
He had only just reclaimed them.
"What are you doing here?"
Jiu You's tone was laced with irritation.
"Of course, I'm here to check if you've sustained any hidden injuries after your evolution. This requires a comprehensive and meticulous examination!" Zhou Yi replied with a straight face.
Jiu You: "..."
Qing Yanjing: "..."
"I'm perfectly fine. Better than ever. No need to trouble yourself, you busy man!" Jiu You's face darkened as she recalled the previous scene.
"Neglecting your health is unacceptable."
Zhou Yi wrapped an arm around Jiu You's slender waist, taking her temperature with practiced ease.
As expected — she was running a fever.
Immediate treatment was necessary.
"You bastard, I'll bite you to death!"
"Be my guest."
After several days of "treatment," Zhou Yi finally helped Jiu You release all the grievances hidden deep within her heart.
"Tomorrow, we'll set off for the Skylaw Continent."
Zhou Yi's large hand gently stroked Jiu You's smooth jade-like back, smiling at the beauty nestled in his arms.
"You've wanted to return for a long time, haven't you? Aren't you happy?"
"Can I say no?"
Jiu You rolled her enchanting eyes, her lazily sprawled figure utterly captivating.
Without missing a beat, Zhou Yi pulled the quiet Qing Yanjing into his embrace as well. With two supreme beauties in his arms, his mood soared.
"When I conquer Skylaw Continent, I'll marry you both and hold a grand wedding!"
As for Liu Baihua?
She could only be a bed-warming maid.
Qing Yanjing and Jiu You said nothing — but the corners of their lips curled into faint smiles.
The next day.
Zhou Yi departed with Qing Yanjing, Jiu You, and Liu Baihua, bound for Skylaw Continent.
The journey spanned countless continents.
Yet with three Heavenly Supreme beauties by his side, Zhou Yi never found himself bored.
From the deserts to boundless grasslands, primeval forests, and scorching flame continents...
Each landscape offered a different experience.
Only poor Gun Gun — the rolling panda beast pulling their chariot — suffered.
Yet despite the arduous journey, Gun Gun grew fatter instead of thinner.
Such was the nature of Gun Gun.
After months of travel, they arrived at their final stop before Skylaw Continent — Merchant Continent.
This land boasted the most magnificent auction houses across dozens of neighboring continents.
Through various channels — some legitimate, others shadowy — countless divine treasures, secret arts, and rare artifacts flowed into this bustling hub.
The continent's motto was simple:
As long as you possess enough Sovereign Spirit Liquid, you can buy anything.
The claim was bold.
But it revealed the continent's formidable heritage.
Zhou Yi's eyes gleamed.
"Auction house? Let's have a look."
In Potato's World, auction houses always concealed extraordinary treasures.
Moreover...
He had two wives who were auction house veterans — Ya Fei and Xuan Su.
They entered the continent's grand capital — Merchant City.
Towering city walls hundreds of feet high stretched endlessly into the horizon, carved with ancient sigils flickering with cold light.
A massive formation shield enveloped the entire city.
However, for an Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme like Zhou Yi, such defenses posed no threat.
Gun Gun pulled the chariot into the city, drawing countless curious gazes.
With its chubby figure and adorable face, Gun Gun was irresistibly cute.
Some couldn't resist the urge to pet him.
Gun Gun — irritated by the attention — bared his teeth.
"Awoo!"
Even snarling, Gun Gun remained undeniably adorable.
Yet the terrifying Heavenly Supreme aura he unleashed silenced the crowd.
A Super Divine Beast pulling a chariot?
The owner must be a peerless powerhouse.
"Which esteemed senior graces our humble Merchant Continent?"
A languid, sultry voice echoed.
All eyes turned toward the chariot.
There stood a voluptuous, seductive figure.
Her enchanting face could topple cities.
"The Enchantress of the Celestial Fox Sect."
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