People in Doupo: The beginning of the game intercepts the rich woman Xun'er

Deep within the ancient realm, the courtyard is paved with immaculate blue bricks. Several century-old magnolia trees are planted around the perimeter, their pure white petals adorning the branches. When the wind blows, a fine rain of petals falls softly, settling on the carved railings of the eaves.

In the corner of the courtyard, in the blue stone lotus pond, several golden koi carp leisurely swayed their tails, shattering the reflections of clouds and sky in the pond. The air was filled with the faint fragrance of magnolias, mixed with the warm scent of ancient wood, so tranquil that it seemed like a secluded paradise.

In the center of the courtyard stood a sandalwood swing. From the swing frame, which was entwined with vines, hung two long brocade ropes embroidered with lotus patterns. At the ends of the ropes was a soft couch covered with a snow-white fox fur, and a warm glow enveloped the two people leaning against each other on the couch.

Xiao Ling leaned against the inside of the soft couch, one arm around Xun'er's waist, the other casually swinging the swing rope. His moon-white robes fluttered in the wind, and his long, dark hair fell loosely over his shoulders, swaying gently with the rise and fall of the swing.

Xun'er nestled in his arms, her pale purple skirt spread out on the green lawn, her long black hair tied up with only a white jade hairpin, a few strands of hair breaking free and intertwining with Xiao Ling's hanging hair.

The swing gently rose and fell, the wind ruffling their intertwined hair and brushing against their smiling eyes.

Xun'er raised her head slightly, gazing at Xiao Ling's handsome profile. The smile on her lips was so gentle it almost overflowed. Xiao Ling lowered his eyes, his gaze falling on her fair cheeks, revealing a warm smile from the bottom of his heart.

Magnolia petals fluttered down in the courtyard, landing on their hair and shoulders. Even the wind seemed to slow its pace, as if afraid to disturb this peaceful and gentle scene.

"Brother Xiao Ling, I never imagined that we would meet again so soon after our parting at the Heavenly Tomb." Xun'er nestled in Xiao Ling's arms, her voice as soft as the breeze rustling through magnolia petals, her eyes brimming with undisguised joy.
"When we parted last time, Xun'er thought that she would have to wait until she broke through to the Dou Sheng realm before she could see Brother Xiao Ling again."

Xiao Ling looked down at the person in his arms, his fingertips gently brushing the wind-blown strands of hair at her temples. His eyes were full of tender smiles, and his voice was deep and pleasant: "After all, no one could have predicted the appearance of the Bodhi Tree. Such a heaven-defying opportunity that can help people rise to the top in one step is naturally not to be missed."

He paused, then placed his palm over Xun'er's hand, his tone firm and solemn, "As for breaking through to the Dou Sheng realm, Xun'er, you can rest assured. During this trip to the Desolate Ancient Domain, I will definitely lend a hand to help you seize the opportunity of the Bodhi Ancient Tree and break through the Dou Sheng bottleneck in one fell swoop."

"Hehe, then Xun'er thanks Brother Xiao Ling in advance." Xun'er looked up at him, her eyebrows curving into beautiful crescent moons, her tone full of certainty.

"With Brother Xiao Ling's help, and with your strength, it's almost certain that Xun'er will be able to seize the opportunity of the Bodhi Ancient Tree."

Xiao Ling chuckled softly, gently stroking her delicate cheek with his fingertips, his eyes filled with doting smiles: "What's there to thank me for? There's no need for such formalities between us."

He paused slightly, his gaze lingering on her flushed earlobes. A half-smile played on his lips as he looked her up and down with interest, a hint of mockery in his voice.

"After all, Xun'er has long been mine. When you break through to the Dou Sheng realm and your divine bloodline is fully formed, shouldn't you fulfill the promises you made to me before?"

Upon hearing Xiao Ling's words, Xun'er's mind was instantly filled with the tender moments they had shared, and those intimate whispers seemed to still linger in her ears.

Her pretty face flushed crimson instantly, even her earlobes turning a light pink. Too shy to look Xiao Ling in the eye, she buried her head in his warm chest, her soft hands gently pressing against his skin. Her voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz, tinged with a touch of coquettish sweetness.
"Brother Xiao Ling, you're such a bad guy. All you ever think about are these shameful things. You have no shame at all."

Her voice was full of shyness, and her body trembled slightly, but the way she buried herself in his arms carried a hint of dependent intimacy, without any sign of rejection.

Xiao Ling lowered his eyes to look at the reddened ear tips of the person in his arms, feeling the soft touch against his chest. His Adam's apple bobbed involuntarily, and his expression changed slightly.

The faint scent of magnolia lingered in the girl's hair, and she held a soft, fragrant body in her arms. Her charming and shy appearance was more captivating than any treasure in the world.

"How dare you speak ill of your brother Xiao Ling, Xun'er! It seems you deserve some punishment."

Xiao Ling chuckled softly, his long, slender fingers gently lifting Xun'er's chin, forcing her to raise her blushing face and meet his gaze.

A thin layer of mist filled the girl's eyes, making her look shy as if she held a pool of spring water. The redness at the corners of her eyes made people's hearts itch.

A playful smile slowly curved his lips; his voice was low and husky, carrying a hint of seduction.
"Although you haven't broken through to the Dou Sheng level yet, it's only a matter of time. Since I'm your rightful fiancé, it's only right that I collect some interest first."

Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Ling leaned down and precisely covered Xun'er's soft lips with his thin lips.

In that instant, the wind in the courtyard seemed to stop, and the sound of magnolia petals falling softly could be clearly heard.

Xun'er trembled slightly, then slowly closed her misty eyes, her long eyelashes fluttering like butterfly wings. Her hands unconsciously wrapped around Xiao Ling's neck, and she nestled her soft body closer to him, responding to the kiss with a shy yet tender manner.

The touch of their lips together was warm and tender. The swing was still swaying gently, and their intertwined hair brushed against each other's cheeks, carrying a faint fragrance of magnolia.

In the quiet of the courtyard, only the increasingly rapid breathing of the two remained. An ambiguous atmosphere quietly spread in the air, so tender that it seemed to imbue the small courtyard with their unique gentleness.

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The Desolate Ancient Domain is mysterious and dangerous, deterring countless cultivators. Desolate Town, as the closest human town to the Desolate Ancient Domain, has a sparse population. Due to the Desolate Ancient Domain's infamous reputation, few people venture here, and it is shrouded in a cold and desolate atmosphere year-round.

However, the news that the ancient Bodhi tree was about to be born was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, stirring up huge waves.

This earth-shattering news attracted countless cultivators, instantly transforming the once quiet town into a bustling metropolis. The noise was deafening, and could be faintly heard even from miles away.

After departing from the Ancient Realm, Xiao Ling and Xun'er's first stop was this small town called Wilderness Town.

Yellow sand swirled across the sky, carrying coarse dust. Passing through the weathered and imposing gate of the desolate town, a city stained by wind and sand slowly unfolded before Xiao Ling and Xun'er.

A fierce aura, a mixture of dust and wilderness, swept over them, shattering the tranquility around them. On the street, mercenaries, with blades at their waists and heavy steps, carried the ruthlessness of years of battle. Vendors shouted their wares, their stalls overflowing with goods, and customers mingled among them, haggling over prices. The taverns on the street corners were even more bustling, with rough laughter and the clinking of glasses creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.

"Let's take a look around and see if we can find out any useful information," Xiao Ling said calmly, his gaze sweeping over the bustling crowd.

"Yes, yes, I'll listen to Brother Xiao Ling." Xun'er nodded slightly, her clear eyes filled with a gentle smile, and replied softly.

The influx of people into Manghuang Town these days has been overwhelming, and the arrival of the two did not attract much attention. In addition, Xiao Ling had already secretly laid down methods to conceal their presence, so even though the two were far more handsome and had better temperaments than ordinary people, they did not attract any prying eyes.

The two strolled leisurely along both sides of the street, their eyes taking in all sorts of shops and stalls. Weapons and armor gleamed with a chilling light, elixirs and magic cores emitted a faint glow, and rare medicinal herbs were carefully placed in jade boxes.

Among the dazzling array of goods, antidotes and external injury pills, which are used to deal with the dangers of the wilderness, are undoubtedly the most common and best-selling items. The quantity of magic cores and medicinal herbs is also much greater than in other towns in Zhongzhou.

It is obvious that even though the ancient wilderness is fraught with danger, countless people are still willing to risk their lives to make a living here. This is probably the reason why this town has been able to gain a foothold on the edge of danger and thrive for so long.

Xiao Ling also noticed that the stall owners on the street were at least high-level Dou Zong, and their auras were all deep and fierce, faintly revealing the ruthlessness of those who had been on the verge of life and death for many years.

In contrast, most of the passersby on the street were at the Dou Wang or Dou Huang level, with the highest being only the initial Dou Zong level.

This scene made Xiao Ling shake his head slightly. It was obvious that to make a living in the Desolate Ancient Domain, one needed the strength of a high-level Dou Zong to move an inch. These passersby were clearly outsiders attracted by the news of the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

Xiao Ling even dared to assert that if this group of people really dared to set foot in the Desolate Ancient Domain, at least 90% of them would lose their lives in that wild and dangerous place.

Before the two had gone far, they heard the surrounding discussions, which included news that several groups of Dou Zun powerhouses had been defeated on the outskirts of the Desolate Ancient Domain in recent days.

Even so, few were willing to back down. After all, the legend of the Bodhi Tree helping people break through to the Dou Sheng realm was far too tempting. Who wouldn't dream of becoming that lucky one who defied fate and stepped into the pinnacle of the Dou Qi Continent?

For the next hour, Xiao Ling and Xun'er strolled side by side, chatting and laughing as they leisurely explored the streets and alleys of Manghuang Town.

As they walked, the most common sights were various kinds of magic cores, but the highest grade of these magic cores was only the eighth rank. For Xiao Ling now, magic beasts of this rank were nothing more than beings he could easily slaughter. Even in the ancient clan's treasure vaults, they were piled up like mountains, and were not worth their attention.

Even so, Xiao Ling still picked out a few magic cores from ancient alien species, just to collect and play with them.

In addition, there were many rare medicinal herbs on the street vendors. Upon seeing this, Xiao Ling took a few high-grade pills and exchanged them with them, storing all the herbs in his storage ring to expand his herb inventory for future use.

After exploring the entire Desolate Town, the two lingered and stepped out of the town gate, leisurely heading towards the truly dangerous core area of ​​the Desolate Ancient Domain.

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After traveling for a while, a vast expanse of lush forest appeared, a stark contrast to the barren yellow sand outside the town, effectively dividing the area into two worlds.

On one side, endless yellow sand swirls and dust flies, while on the other side, ancient trees reach for the sky, exuding a profound ancient atmosphere.

The giant trees in that primeval forest are hundreds of feet tall, rising from the ground like giants supporting the sky. Their dense branches and leaves overlap, forming a dome that blocks out the sun, making it difficult for even the sunlight to penetrate.

Looking up, the depths of the forest are a chilling, deep black. Occasionally, a ferocious roar of a beast breaks through the thicket, the sound waves causing the surrounding air to tremble slightly, sending chills down one's spine.

Xiao Ling and Xun'er stood side by side in the void, their clothes fluttering in the wind.

Xun'er's gaze was fixed on the depths of the desolate ancient domain, her delicate brows furrowed, her expression rather solemn.

With her extraordinary spiritual perception, she had already clearly sensed that powerful auras were lurking in the forest. These auras were either violent or cold, clearly belonging to wild and ferocious beasts that had long occupied this place, and their strength was far from ordinary.

“Brother Xiao Ling, my soul senses several extremely terrifying auras hidden deep within the forest. They must all be top-tier magical beasts with strength reaching the ninth rank.”

She tilted her head slightly, her gaze sweeping over the towering canopy of trees, a hint of regret in her voice.
"This desolate ancient domain is indeed worthy of its reputation. Even before truly entering the core area, it is already fraught with danger. Those beings lurking in the shadows, if any one of them were to appear, could cause an ordinary Dou Zun to die on the spot. No wonder so many powerful figures have perished here before."

"Of course." Xiao Ling lowered his eyes to look at Xun'er beside him, his fingertips gently smoothing the furrowed brows of her face, his tone calm and resolute.
"The dangers of the Desolate Ancient Domain are far more insidious than the rumors outside. Within this ancient land, there are many ancient species that have survived for an unknown period of time. Their bloodlines are ancient and powerful, and may not be weaker than top-tier races such as the Heavenly Demon Phoenix and the Nine Netherworld Python."

"We will be going deeper into the core area later, so please remember not to let your guard down and to be cautious in everything you do. But don't worry, with me here, I will definitely not let you get into any danger."

Xun'er nodded gently, her fingertips unconsciously tightening their grip on Xiao Ling's hand. The warmth of their palms touching made her apprehension about the unknown dangers quietly dissipate.

Seeing this, a gentle light appeared in Xiao Ling's eyes. Without further delay, the power of space around him quietly flowed, and he leaped up with Xun'er. Their figures transformed into a pale blue afterimage, almost tearing through the void. In just an instant, they crossed the boundary of the forest and steadily stepped into the desolate ancient domain.

The deeper one goes, the more one can appreciate the vastness and desolation of this ancient region. The colossal trees, hundreds of feet tall, that one saw in the north of the town are now commonplace here. Their trunks are so thick that it takes dozens of people to encircle them, and their intertwined branches pierce the sky, cutting the sunlight into fine spots that fall on the thick layer of decaying leaves.

A dense, almost tangible, energy of heaven and earth rushed towards me, seeping into my limbs and bones. This energy concentration was even greater than that of the heart of the Central Plains.

"No wonder it's an ancient relic." Xiao Ling thought to himself, "With such abundant energy, it's no wonder it could nurture so many ancient species and rare spiritual objects." (End of Chapter)