Battle Through the Heavens: Starting with Cao Ying as an apprentice

"Moreover, the ladies of Cailin have already headed to the vicinity of the Ancient Emperor's Cave!"

Her words were brief and to the point, offering no choice and offering no incitement, yet they struck like an invisible hammer against everyone's heart.

The implication is self-evident.

Two paths lay before Su Baichen:

First, immediately set off for the Soul Realm to rescue the three-race allied forces at any cost.

But this could very well mean giving up the fight for the ancient emperor's inheritance, and might even lead to the women in the ancient emperor's cave being surrounded by the Soul Clan, resulting in the needless loss of the elite of the White Dust Realm.

Second, disregarding the fate of the three-race allied forces, they raced against time and headed straight for the ancient emperor's cave, vying with the Soul Emperor for that slim chance to become an emperor.

This is a cruel choice.

Xiao Yu nodded slightly. The reason she was left behind was to ensure that Su Baichen could make the right choice—the interests of the Baichen Realm were paramount.

At this moment, not only Xiao Yu and Ling Yuhan, but also all the members of the White Dust Realm in the square were inclined towards the second option.

The three-race alliance? That was their own choice, what does it have to do with the White Dust Realm? As for the ancient races, given the precedent of the Xiao race, who would dare to easily trust Gu Yuan's character?

Yao Ling, Huo Xuan, and the others certainly understood this principle.

Their faces were pale, their palms were sweaty, and their eyes were fixed on Su Baichen, waiting for the man who held the power of life and death to make a decision.

"You... are good, very rational."

Su Baichen suddenly spoke up. He didn't immediately answer the question about the rescue, but instead gave Ling Yuhan a deep look.

This girl, whom he had casually saved on the night of the Spirit Clan's destruction, had remained unknown ever since he brought her into the White Dust Realm.

I never imagined that she would grow up to be this tall after all these years.

She knew perfectly well that saying those words would completely offend the two great imperial clans, the Medicine Clan and the Flame Clan, and would brand the White Dust Realm with the infamy of abandoning those in distress.

But she still spoke up because she considered herself a member of the White Dust Realm, and her stance was entirely based on the interests of the White Dust Realm.

"Sir, you flatter me. It is what I should do." Ling Yuhan replied respectfully without the slightest arrogance, as if she were not the one who had just made the difficult decision.

Su Baichen nodded, then turned to look at Zi Yan beside him.

Zi Yan caught his gaze and immediately understood what he meant. She gave a helpless bitter smile and gently shook her head: "Brother Bai Chen, I can't help you with this."

She paused for a moment, then explained, "Although Father Emperor may not have been personally guarding outside the Ancient Emperor's Cave, he was definitely patrolling nearby."

“That is the inheritance of the Dou Di. Given Father’s personality, there is no way he would let the Soul Emperor obtain it so easily.”

"Moreover, both he and I must consider the future of Gulong Island and cannot act on emotion at this critical juncture."

Upon hearing this, Su Baichen nodded thoughtfully.

Indeed, given Zhu Kun's cautious nature and his fear of the restrictions surrounding the Ancient Emperor's Cave, he would never be foolish enough to stand guard at the entrance.

He is most likely lurking in the void layer above the Heavenly Flame Refining Tower.

When the Soul Emperor uses the Tuoshe Ancient Jade to open the cave door and enters to engage in a fierce battle with the Emperor-grade embryonic pill, Zhu Kun will emerge like a dragon from the abyss, instantly striking out to reap the benefits.

After all, there's a half-Emperor level Emperor-grade embryonic core inside, so the Soul Emperor definitely won't be able to handle it in a short time, and might even be suppressed instead.

Zhu Kun has plenty of patience and doesn't need to rush at all.

“Mr. Su…” Yao Ling’s voice trembled as she looked at Su Baichen pleadingly again, seeing that the two had not mentioned the rescue at all.

Her heart was filled with despair. Reason told her that Su Baichen shouldn't go, but emotionally, she couldn't accept the reality that her entire clan had been wiped out.

"Okay, I understand."

Su Baichen raised his hand, interrupting Yao Ling. Looking at the desperate yet hopeful eyes of the young people, he sighed softly, his tone calm yet resolute:

"I will arrange for someone to rescue you, you don't need to worry."

Upon hearing this, not only Yao Ling and Huo Xuan were stunned, but even Xiao Yu and Ling Yuhan showed a hint of surprise.

Su Baichen didn't explain further. He simply stood with his hands behind his back, gazing intently out of the main hall, as if he were piercing through the endless void and seeing the ancient cave that was about to open.

The inheritance of the Dou Di is very important, but Su Baichen's actions are not so cold-blooded as to refuse to help someone in distress.

Moreover, saving people and seizing inheritance have never been a choice for him.

After all, he still has a nine-star Dou Sheng powerhouse by his side.

Chapter 423 The Fifth Nine-Star Dou Sheng Powerhouse!

“Mr. Su, but…” Huo Xuan’s Adam’s apple bobbed as he heard this. He thought Su Baichen was trying to brush it off and that he was trying to make one last effort. His words revealed a hint of reluctance and anxiety.

However, Yao Ling, who was standing to the side, instantly caught the certainty in Su Baichen's words. She directly interrupted Huo Xuan's hesitation and said to Su Baichen, her voice trembling but extremely solemn: "Thank you, Mr. Su! I am deeply grateful on behalf of the three clans!"

Su Baichen nodded slightly, his gaze lingering on Yao Ling's exquisite face for a moment before a reassuring smile appeared on his lips: "Don't worry, since I've agreed, I'm confident."

"The person I've found is absolutely capable of bringing them back."

As soon as he finished speaking, a dazzling golden halo suddenly burst forth from between Su Baichen's brows.

The light was not dazzling, but it carried an ancient aura originating from the beginning of time.

The next moment, a golden light shot out from his body like a stream of light, drawing a beautiful arc in mid-air. As the light subsided, it transformed into a blonde woman with unparalleled beauty.

The woman was tall and slender, with a head of brilliant golden hair that cascaded down like a waterfall. Her skin was as white as snow, and her features were so exquisite that they seemed to be the most perfect masterpiece of the Creator. She exuded a noble and inviolable aura. She was Jin Xue'er, the three-eyed golden lion in human form, and also Su Baichen's only contracted auspicious beast.

"Wow, what do you want? I'm still half asleep!"

As soon as Jin Xue'er appeared, she puffed out her cheeks unhappily, her golden eyes glaring at Su Baichen with a hint of morning grumpiness.

In recent years, Su Baichen has been so busy that he has no time to spare. He is either cultivating or strategizing against the Soul Emperor. How could he have time to spend with her?

Aside from taking baths in the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, a blessed land, and tasting some rare elixirs, she spends most of her time sleeping.

"Oh no, something bad has happened!"

Su Baichen shrugged, a hint of helplessness on his face.

"Hmph, you only remember me when you need something. If you don't need anything, you've completely forgotten about me!"

Jin Xue'er snorted coldly and turned her head away arrogantly, her adorable appearance softening Su Baichen's heart.

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Seeing this, Su Baichen couldn't help but chuckle, and stepped forward to pull the soft body into his arms.

He gently patted her back and softly comforted her, "I'm just busy! You know, that old bastard, the Soul Emperor, is no pushover."

His voice was deep and magnetic, his warm breath brushing against Jin Xue'er's ear: "Don't worry, once we've completely dealt with the Soul Emperor, I'll definitely make it up to you!"

"Wherever you want to go, whatever you want, I'll get it for you, okay?"

As he spoke, Su Baichen tightened his arms around her, pulling the beauty in his embrace close to him.

Actually, there's another unspeakable reason why he's deliberately distancing himself from Jin Xueer in recent years.

When Jin Xue'er took human form, she was based on the perfect appearance in his subconscious. Coupled with the life-and-death contract between the two, Jin Xue'er had an irresistible attraction for Su Baichen that came from the depths of his soul.

That kind of temptation is difficult for reason to completely suppress.

Feeling the warmth from that broad chest, Jin Xue'er's struggles instantly dissipated, her cheeks flushed a captivating blush, and she was so embarrassed that she tried to break free: "What are you doing? Let me go! There are so many people watching! How can this be so improper!"

"I won't let go!" Su Baichen rarely acted like a rogue, rubbing his chin against her neck.

"I won't let you go unless you agree!"

Jin Xue'er, worn down by his nagging, had no choice but to nod in resignation. After all, she had chosen this host in the first place: "Fine, fine, whatever you say! I agree! Now you can let me go!"

Upon hearing this, a sly glint flashed in Su Baichen's eyes. He pretended not to understand and reluctantly released his grip.

Jin Xueer: [Hmph, I told you to let go, and you actually did! You idiot host!]

She cursed inwardly, but also felt a little disappointed.

"I want you to go to the Soul Realm to save someone."

Su Baichen put away his joking expression and said seriously.

"who?"

Jin Xueer straightened her clothes, regaining her cool and aloof demeanor.

"The three-race alliance, that is, Yao Ling and Huo Xuan's clansmen."

Su Baichen's words were concise and to the point.

Upon hearing this, Jin Xueer immediately understood Su Baichen's intention.

"can!"

Jin Xueer nodded without hesitation.

"Haha, I knew it! My Xue'er is the best!"

Su Baichen was overjoyed and couldn't help but kiss her smooth forehead.

"Hate!"

Jin Xueer felt half of her body go numb, and her face instantly turned bright red, like a ripe peach.

"Hahaha!"

Seeing her like this, Su Baichen couldn't help but throw his head back and laugh.

As the laughter subsided, Su Baichen's expression turned serious.

In his hand appeared a small, palm-sized, jet-black cauldron, its surface carved with the sun, moon, and stars, ancient and mysterious.

"You know how to use this, right?"

Su Baichen handed over the Heavenly Profound Cauldron.

"Yes, of course I'll use your Heavenly Profound Cauldron."

Jin Xueer took the cauldron and gently stroked it with her jade-like hand. The small cauldron began to spin in her palm, instantly connecting with her breath and allowing her to wield it freely.

Su Baichen watched her skillful movements, a glint of light flashing in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by worry: "Take it and protect yourself well! The Soul Realm is not so easy to enter."

"Remember, save them if you can, run immediately if you can't! Don't linger in the fight, understand?"

Even though Jin Xue'er now possesses the terrifying strength of a late-stage Nine-Star Dou Sheng, and is protected by the Heavenly Profound Cauldron, Su Baichen's heart is still in suspense.

"Okay, okay, I'm not a three-year-old!"