After the main character who took the blame retired, the female lead quit.

In the quiet hall, only Xiao Yu had a complicated expression in his eyes.

"bite!

You have received the blessing of the first generation of the flame. The ancient phoenix tree will regard you as a member of the Phoenix Clan. You will enjoy the protection and blessing of the ancient phoenix tree. Inside the ancient tree, some outside views will be temporarily blocked.

However, this does not mean you can use your supernatural powers and magic without restraint. Violating the three principles of dream entry still carries certain risks, so the host should proceed with caution.

Did the flames discover something?

Did they discover that he was someone outside the dream, or that he was actually a demon from beyond the heavens?

Or perhaps both?

Xiao Yu had no way of knowing this. All he knew was that the moment he stepped into the ancient phoenix tree, his origins were very likely to be completely seen by the embers left behind by the first phoenix.

At the same time, the danger of being imprisoned that he was facing was gone.

Everyone present could clearly see that Flame wanted Xiao Yu to stay inside the ancient tree and become Bai Feng's companion.

The red-haired woman did not object to the decision, and Crown Prince Feng Yan merely glanced at Xiao Yu without saying anything.

The fat man seemed a little disappointed. He touched the corner of his mouth, looking regretful that his big meal had been ruined.

As the embers fell, the surrounding scenery became unstable, with colors and dotted lines intertwining. Xiao Yu understood that he had probably passed the so-called dream test.

Just then, the girl stomped her foot on the ground, biting her lip as she looked at Xiao Yu:

"Hmph! Fine, I happen to need a servant, so I'll take you in as my servant. But let me make it clear first, I haven't forgotten what you did to me before."

Don't even think about using my name to swindle and deceive. From this day forward, you are my servant, a lowly servant of the Phoenix Clan, even lower than those of the other members of the clan. 9527 is your lifelong number. If I tell you to think east, you can't think west. Do you understand?

A slender finger pointed at Xiao Yu, who was taken aback by the girl's gaze: "Huh?!"

Servant, still a servant?

They might as well just call them slaves.

Peng!

Just then, the image stopped, the colors that made up the picture flickered, and murky dotted lines emerged, enveloping Xiao Yu.

Consciousness once again plunged into a state of chaos and disorder. The burning ancient phoenix tree, the embers left by the first phoenix, the majestic and imposing Crown Prince Feng Yan, the red-haired woman holding an umbrella, the phoenix retinue, and the arrogant white phoenix girl pointing her finger at him—all of these temporarily came to an end.

Ultimately, everything returned to nothingness, turning into a lifeless mass of colorless lines.

When Xiao Yu came to his senses and opened his eyes, he was back in the same void where he had started, and this short segment of the dream had ended.

Gray and white intertwine, everything is empty, except for a single, luminous seed suspended in the center, floating quietly like a bright moon in the night sky.

Xiao Yu floated in the space as if he were in a "sea" full of air. His gaze wandered around, but he did not see the unique purple phantom of the tapir.

He remained silent for a moment, seemingly still immersed in the dream he had just experienced. After a while, he called out:

"Baku! Are you there?! Come out, I need to talk to you..."

Xiao Yu's shout echoed in the empty void, and the words he shouted actually materialized, a line of solidified characters floated out and hit the black dotted lines surging nearby.

The black dotted lines surged and soon wrapped tightly around the incoming characters. The characters dissolved and quickly merged into one, flowing into the current of the black dotted lines beside them.

Suddenly, Xiao Yu's voice resounded throughout the void:

"Baku! Are you there?"

"Baku! You are..."

"tapir!"

……

Xiao Yu waited for a long time, but the black dotted lines flowed, and the blurry purple phantom did not emerge.

It's as if it vanished into thin air.

not there?

Where did it go?!

After waiting quietly for a while, seeing that the purple phantom had not yet appeared, Xiao Yu's gaze fell on the glowing seed not far away.

He then slowly floated over using a dog paddle.

As soon as he got close, Xiao Yu noticed that the seeds were different from the previous ones. At this moment, a tender sprout had completely emerged from the hard brown shell, like a lotus bud just beginning to show its tip.

I estimate that it will sprout completely once given some more time.

Since the tapir didn't appear, Xiao Yu had no choice but to target it.

Looking at the shining seed, even though the immortal soldier wasn't around, it didn't stop Xiao Yu. Without hesitation, he raised his fist, which was as big as a casserole dish, and was about to swing it.

"Tsk!"

A purple phantom suddenly appeared and grabbed his fist.

"You bastard, are you deliberately trying to make things difficult for me? You've lost your sword, and now you're back to being a purebred warrior? You throw punches at everything in sight..."

A familiar voice rang out, and as expected, Xiao Yu looked at the tapir that had appeared.

This guy was taking this seed, which hadn't even fully sprouted yet, very seriously.

He guessed this was something important, but unfortunately, a ripple appeared in Xiao Yu's eyes, and all he saw besides the seed name was ??? The effect was unknown.

It's another unclear thing.

While pondering, Xiao Yu smiled ingratiatingly at the clearly angry purple phantom:

"Please forgive me, please forgive me. I just needed to talk to you. If you wouldn't come out when I called you, I had to resort to some extreme measures."

"..."

The purple phantom was speechless for a moment, then swallowed hard and released its grip on Xiao Yu's wrist. Then, it threw over an object containing purple light.

"Next time you come, just use this to call me. Don't try to get your hands on this seed again. This place is different from other places; you can't call anyone here by shouting normally."

Xiao Yu gripped the object wrapped in purple essence. Upon closer inspection, it was a purple-gold bell. A ripple flashed in his eyes; this time, he had information:

"Nightmare Bell".

The tapir uses a product refined from a part of its own body. Holding this bell temporarily grants the user a portion of the tapir's power, allowing them to manipulate the dotted lines to summon the original body. The bell will ring when an anomaly is encountered.

nice one!

At the same time, he slumped down, and Xiao Yu looked down and realized that something seemed to have been wrapped around him ever since he returned from the dream.

The dragon-binding rope, whose spirit had been devoured by the white flames, still hung loosely on his body, not dissipating even after he left the dream.

"Dragon-Binding Rope (damaged)"

"The spirit has been temporarily lost, and the dragon tendons are burned. With the aid of precious energy for repair, there is still a possibility of recovery."

How did the dragon-binding rope from my dream come out with him?

Was what he just experienced a dream or...?

He raised his gaze to the blurry purple phantom and asked directly:

"Baku, what exactly was that dream I just dropped? Was it a dream, or reality?! How did it bring back objects from my dream?"

"It is a dream, and it is not. In the Nightmare Dream, anything is possible. The things you experienced in your dream were things I planted on you through Bai Feng using my supernatural powers. These things were used as a medium to uncover old stories."

As for the magical artifact in your hand, it was an accident. Perhaps it was because you used your supernatural powers inside, causing a change and becoming tainted by your external aura. It was simply rejected as an external object. Consider it a blessing; accept it for now.

A purple phantom stood before the seed that had sprouted green shoots. Its hazy shape made it impossible for Xiao Yu to tell whether it was facing him or having its back to him.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yu tugged at the rope in his hand. Although it had been burned by the Phoenix Fire, it still retained some elasticity and could be used as a waist-binding rope without any problem.

He accepted the damaged dragon-binding rope as instructed, threaded it through the purple-gold bell, and wrapped it around his waist, temporarily binding the two items together. After doing this, he heard the purple phantom before him continue:

"You have fallen into an ancient phoenix tree that is thousands of years old. This is a matter of cause and effect, and it is bound to happen. What happened inside has already come to fruition. The seed has not yet sprouted and borne fruit, and the dream is not over. If you continue, you will know everything. Go now."

With a flick of its illusory form, it was eager to send Xiao Yu into the dream world. The bells at Xiao Yu's waist jingled loudly, and amidst the crisp sound, the dotted lines flowing by like a river surged in and enveloped him.

Consciousness gradually faded again, and in the hazy state, the voice of the tapir, mixed with the sound of bells, rang in my ears:

"Remember these three rules: do not use your supernatural powers, do not talk about the outside world, and do not commit suicide. The phoenix has already settled the chaotic painting and will probably arrive soon. You'd better finish this quickly, as there are still two scenes left in the dream."

The dotted lines were distorted and the colors were chaotic, but then they gradually became clear and peaceful.

When Xiao Yu opened his eyes again, a small and exquisite jade foot was protruding in front of him.

"Lick it! Like the most loyal little dog, lick it clean..."

The white-haired girl sat leaning against the edge of the bed, her two fair legs crossed, her rosy toes pointing forward. Beneath her bright, snowy eyes, her cherry-colored lips curved slightly with a mischievous smile as she looked down at Xiao Yu and gave him this command.

???

Chapter 72, I don't dislike physical contact.

Are we already playing this big game?

What exactly happened next?!

Xiao Yu was full of questions. Looking at Jiaojiao so close to him, her jade feet were crystal clear and rosy, like a flawless work of art. He was silent for a moment, then reached out and touched them.

The smooth and delicate touch blossomed in my palm. I squeezed it, and it was plump and chubby, like a cat's pink paw, much fuller than it looked.

So, is this the legendary chicken feet?

I've eaten chicken feet before in my past life, and chicken feet... well, they're not bad either?

Xiao Yu followed the smooth sole of her foot, bent his finger, and tickled the tender red sole with his fingertip.

The delicate white foot in her hand trembled and instantly withdrew. "What are you doing!"

The girl's face flushed instantly. She withdrew her foot, her snow-white eyes glaring at him, a hint of shyness rising in her clear eyes, as if she hadn't expected Xiao Yu to dare to do something so audacious.

Faced with the white-haired girl's probing questions, Xiao Yu shrugged in confusion. "Just checking if the food is okay. After all, preparations before eating are necessary, just in case your feet are dirty..."

"Your feet are the dirty ones. I am protected by white flames. No matter what, dirt and evil spirits cannot get close to me. I am much stronger than a mortal like you."

And what's with this "start eating" thing?!

Before Xiao Yu could finish speaking, the white phoenix girl angrily retorted.

Her feet don't smell at all. Although she walks barefoot every day, a thin film of white flame covers the soles of her feet when she steps down, burning away all the dust and dirt.

High-temperature sterilization ensures safety and hygiene. Bai Feng brand chicken feet are a brand you can trust.