"This is what's called 'gain and loss' at the same time."

"Gain and loss? What do you mean, Elder Brother Duan-Jian?" Duan-Hun was puzzled by his elder brother's words. He understood the 'loss,' but what about the 'gain'?

"My younger brother, although we lost many noblemen and skilled martial masters, we gained someone stronger—at the Divine King stage—on our side. That alone is worth the loss. Besides, the noblemen who died were ineffective; none of them compare to this great, skilled martial master."

The king turned to his younger brother to explain his statement, making Duan-Hun even more curious about who this person was.

"Elder Brother Duan-Jian, is the great martial master you're referring to the same person who released that immense energy earlier?" Though Duan-Hun didn't know the man, he guessed it must be the one he had sensed not long ago.

"You'll soon find out who he is. But for now, I want to know all their plans. I trust in your abilities, Duan-Hun," the king said with a smile, redirecting the conversation to the investigation because he wanted to keep the air of excitement alive.

"Don't worry, Elder Brother Duan-Jian. I assure you, they'll talk. And when that great martial master arrives, please inform me. If he's suitable, I'd like to see him associate with Niece Fu-Er. Perhaps she might like him," Duan Hun also hoped to find a strong individual to marry his beloved niece, but he had no idea that the master he was talking about was already her lover...

"Haha! No problem, I'll give it a try. I also want Fu-Er to have a strong and capable husband like him!" The king spoke with a smile, almost wanting to burst out laughing. He even wanted to reveal the truth to his younger brother, but he chose not to say anything...

Back in Jin-Tian and Luo-Qing's room...

"You're such a brute—not gentle with a fragile woman like me at all!" complained Luo-Qing, lying beside Jin-Tian, her voice feigning displeasure.

"I'm sorry. I didn't know why I couldn't control myself. I just know I'm happy being with you like this!" Jin-Tian replied, looking guilty.

"Well, you'd better be happy! If you weren't, I wouldn't speak to you again!" In truth, Luo Qing was not angry with Jin Tian at all. On the contrary, she was happier than she had ever been in her life...

"Young Miss Luo-Qing, I…"

"Fool! Why are you still calling me 'Young Miss'? You've got me now, so just call me by my name!" When Luo Qing heard Jin Tian address her as "Young Miss" in front of her name, her displeased expression immediately surfaced, and she began to complain to Jin Tian extensively...

"I'm sorry. I won't call you that again, but… can I experience that feeling again?" Jin-Tian apologized, then nervously asked if they could make love again.

"Ugh! You're such a pervert! But... be gentler than before, alright?" Luo Qing also desired the same, but as a woman, how could she easily agree? So, she scolded Jin Tian first before nodding and telling him to be more gentle...

"Of course, I won't hurt you again!"

Flop!!!

"Aaaah…"

As soon as they finished speaking, the two immediately engaged in an intimate moment. Since it was the first time for both of them, their desire for each other was at its peak, unlike Zheng-Fu and Fu-Er, who had experienced it before. However, that didn't mean Zheng-Fu and Fu-Er wouldn't engage in their own intimate moment as well...

A day passed...

By now, Zheng-Fu had fully restored his energy, advancing from the eighth to the ninth level of the Divine Emperor stage. His power had grown immensely, and it seemed that his energy level continued to rise, thanks to the understanding of Heaven Energy transferred from the Aquatic Dragon during his fight with the monster demon.

Fu-Er, on the other hand, had not advanced much since parting from Zheng-Fu. Her thoughts had been too occupied with him to focus on cultivation, leaving her stuck at the third level of the Immortal Soul stage. Zheng-Fu decided to help her improve.

"Fu-Er, this is for you," Zheng-Fu said, handing her a bottle of purple potion.

"What is it?" Fu-Er asked, looking puzzled.

"This is the Purple Heavenly Demon Potion. It will multiply your energy level several times. But drink only half, as the effects are very potent," Zheng-Fu explained, cautioning her to drink only half to avoid overwhelming her body.

"Mhm… I'll do as you say," Fu-Er nodded in agreement without hesitation, as she knew how much Zheng-Fu cared for her. She also understood that she was still too weak. If she were captured by the enemy, she would immediately become a vulnerability for Zheng-Fu. So, she agreed and took the Purple Heavenly Demon Potion, drinking it as Zheng-Fu had instructed...

Gulp!!!

As soon as the liquid flowed down Fu-Er's throat, she felt an incredibly pure and powerful energy swirling wildly throughout her body. In the blink of an eye, the sound of an explosion echoed within her energy field—Boom!! It was a signal that she had advanced to the next level...

"Absorb as much energy as you can. Don't waste it!" Zheng-Fu urged, helping her focus on absorbing the energy.

Wooooosh!!!

One shichen later…

Phew!!!

"What a miracle! That potion raised my energy level by three stages in just one shichen!" Fu-Er exclaimed in awe at the result of the potion she had just drunk. She had always known that anything Zheng-Fu gave her would be extraordinary.

"Before drinking the remaining half of the bottle, you should first balance your energy to make the power increase more smoothly and without any obstacles," Zheng-Fu said as he noticed Fu-Er's joyful expression. He couldn't help but feel happy for her, but he knew this alone wasn't enough to protect herself in this harsh world.

So, Zheng-Fu advised her to balance her energy first before continuing to drink...

"I understand, my dear husband!" Fu-Er responded lovingly.

"Good, my wife. When you reach the Divine Emperor stage, I'll have a special reward for you," Zheng-Fu teased, flashing her a playful smile before leaving the room.

"You pervert! But I like it!" Fu-Er blushed slightly, amused by his antics. Yet, her focus returned to becoming stronger, for herself and for the kingdom.

After leaving, Zheng-Fu made his way to the city governor's mansion to meet with Dan-Ge, as he had matters to discuss with him.

At the city governor's mansion...

"City Governor, I report that we've dealt with three hundred spies from the Demon Tribe and the Second Concubine's followers. However, we've lost many great, skilled martial masters in the process," a soldier informed Dan-Ge of the situation.

"Losses are inevitable in battles. Now, go and order all clans to send their highly skilled martial masters to defend the city. If any clan resists, they're to be considered traitors," Dan-Ge instructed.

"Yes, sir, City Governor! I'll deliver the message to the clan leaders immediately," the soldier replied, bowing respectfully before turning to leave. Just as the soldier was about to depart, a figure appeared beside him.

"Where are you going in such a hurry? It seems the Demon Tribe can infiltrate here easily!" the figure said, his voice carrying a deadly seriousness. It was Zheng-Fu, the Monster King's royal son-in-law.

Huh...?

Zheng-Fu's words instantly caused everyone in the hall to tense up. They realized immediately that there was a Demon Tribe spy among them. But where? All eyes turned toward the soldier who had just reported.

"Who is the spy you speak of, Royal Son-in-law?" Dan-Ge asked politely, knowing Zheng-Fu's abilities.

"Master Dan-Ge, there's no need to be so formal. The Demon Tribe spy is…" Zheng-Fu smiled and spoke to Dan-Ge in a friendly manner, then began to talk about the people from the Demon Tribe he had mentioned earlier. However, before he could finish speaking, he paused and scanned the room with his eyes, eventually stopping at a male demon who was standing not far from Dan-Ge...

Huh...?

"No, I'm not from the Demon Tribe! City Governor, please believe me!" The male monster panicked, kneeling in desperation.

"I didn't say it was you. I was just looking at you," Zheng-Fu replied calmly. Then, turning his attention elsewhere, he said, "I meant that one!" With a flick of his hand, an invisible wave of energy shot past another elder monster.

Slash!!!

Grrrr!!!

Thump!!!

As soon as the invisible energy wave passed through the body of the male demon, it collided with something that was invisible to the naked eye. A painful roar echoed out, and a grotesque, terrifying figure appeared before everyone's eyes...

"Protect the City Governor!" the guard chief shouted.

Flop!!!

Grrrrr!!!

"Ho… how… how did you know I was here?"

The demon was small, deformed, and grotesque, visibly shocked that Zheng-Fu had detected his presence. He had snuck in, unnoticed even by Dan-Ge, and had nearly succeeded in assassinating him if not for Zheng-Fu's intervention.

"It's easy to sense, thanks to your rotten stench!"

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