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As time passed, the legends of the celestial realm began to resurface. The second method to attain immortality was to seek out celestial seeds. It was said that in ancient times, the mortal realm was once a part of the celestial realm, filled with countless immortals. However, now the environment had changed, and spiritual energy had dissipated. Yet, many celestial seeds from ancient times remained. Those who obtained a celestial seed and also possessed a method of cultivation could still ascend to immortality.
Wu Xixue was using this very method. Once one reached a certain level of cultivation, they could ascend. It was said that reaching the first rank of martial cultivation would allow one's physical body to withstand the pressures of ascension. Additionally, one needed to have the ability to manipulate spiritual energy.
The third method was to ascend alongside someone who was already ascending. Wu Xixue had mentioned before that she would take him along when she ascended; this was the principle behind it. The saying "when one person ascends, their pets ascend too" stemmed from this idea.
Chen Anlin lifted his head, his gaze filled with longing. Who wouldn’t wish for a longer life? Who wouldn’t want to traverse the heavens and earth, moving mountains and filling seas?
The next day, at Chen Anlin's suggestion, Wu Xixue announced that Fan Lingxue's father, Fan Changjiang, would be the new lord of Zhao Prefecture City. As for the fleeing Zhao family members, they had all been hunted down and killed by the Eastern Factory agents.
Upon returning to the palace, Wu Xixue brought along the three-tailed fish demon and Yu Xiaoling to the back garden to set up a spirit summoning array. According to Wu Xixue, she would soon enter seclusion, and all external matters would be entrusted to Chen Anlin and Yang Dou for management.
Chen Anlin was surprised by how much trust the Empress placed in him now.
"Xiao Anzi," Yang Dou explained, "it's normal for Her Majesty to trust you; what's crucial is that you have the strength."
"In my opinion," Yang Dou continued, "with your current abilities, you might even be able to defeat me."
"Then let's give it a try," Chen Anlin smiled.
"Hey, you think you're impressive, huh? You're not holding back at all, are you?"
Yang Dou let out a cold snort, drawing her sword and charging at Chen Anlin.
Slow, too slow.
In the past, Yang Dou's ghostly speed would have been astonishing, but now it seemed incredibly slow in Chen Anlin's eyes.
This made him reflect; it wasn't that Sister Dou had become weaker, but rather that he had grown stronger!
Chen Anlin didn't use any weapons; instead, he fought with his fingers as if they were swords, engaging in a fierce duel with Yang Dou.
Faster, come on, faster! Is this really all you've got, Sister Dou? Chen Anlin wore a cheerful smile.
Yang Dou was incensed. How dare he? In the past, she had always dominated him; now he actually had the audacity to speak to her like this.
Determined not to hold back any longer, Yang Dou channeled her spiritual energy into her sword and directed it towards Chen Anlin.
Yang Dou had also trained in spiritual energy, though not as powerfully as the Empress.
"Watch out, Xiao Anzi!" Yang Dou narrowed her eyes.
However, the spiritual energy was quickly pushed back by Chen Anlin.
"Ah!"
Before Yang Dou could react, her clothes were suddenly shattered by the force.
"You did that on purpose!" Yang Dou exclaimed, hurriedly covering herself.
Chen Anlin was taken aback as well.
He swore it was absolutely unintentional. "Sister Dou, you know me well enough! I, Chen Anlin, am straightforward and would never do something like that!"
Yang Dou smirked slightly. "It's precisely because I know you that I can tell something's off."
"Sister Dou, since you say that, there's nothing I can do. How about this: I'll return the favor."
"Return the favor? How?" Yang Dou was momentarily stunned and curious.
"Cough cough, I just looked at you; it's only fair if you look at me too," Chen Anlin said with a friendly smile.
Yang Dou snorted coldly. "Dream on! Xiao Anzi, you're getting bolder by the day—daring to openly tease your Sister Dou!"
"Where's the teasing? Sister Dou, it's getting late; shouldn't we rest early?"
"Well, I'm tired too," Yang Dou said, glancing at the clock. "It's so late, I'm afraid of the dark."
Chen Anlin wrapped his arm around Yang Dou's and shook her gently. "You’re scared of the dark? I think you’re just trying to be coy."
Yang Dou rolled her eyes, exasperated. "You're getting better at this, aren't you?"
"I'm serious, Dou'er. I have something important to tell you," Chen Anlin insisted.
"Alright then, come to my room. By the way, I want grilled fish."
"I'll cook it." Hearing Yang Dou's agreement, Chen Anlin immediately lifted her up onto his shoulder.
"Hey!" Yang Dou exclaimed in surprise.
"Good thing His Majesty is in the back garden; otherwise, it would be so embarrassing if anyone saw us!"
Before long, they were in Yang Dou's room, enjoying grilled fish together. Chen Anlin took the opportunity to ask about ascension.
"Did His Majesty tell you about it?"
"Yes. You’ll be going up too, right?"
At this, Yang Dou's expression turned melancholic. "Xiao Anzi, you're thinking too much. Ascending is a serious matter. Even if His Majesty can take someone with her, how could she possibly take many? She promised to take you; as for me... it's unlikely."
"What?!" Chen Anlin frowned immediately.
"Xiao Anzi, you don’t need to worry. Just don’t forget me once you ascend."
"No way!!" Chen Anlin shook his head firmly. "His Majesty will definitely take you with her. If she doesn't take me too, then I won't go either."
Seeing Chen Anlin so determined made Yang Dou feel deeply moved.
"You really don’t have to do this for me," she said softly.
"Dou'er, you've been so good to me. How could I take your place?" Chen Anlin replied earnestly.
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