People in Doupo: Unparalleled Talents Actually Bring a System

The scene is like an elaborately painted painting, full of charming customs, making people feel as if they are in a dreamy and gentle country. Every detail is enough to make people's hearts sway, indulge in it, and unable to extricate themselves.

However, Xiao Ling was a man of extraordinary composure. Even though he was slightly startled when he first saw Xun'er dressed like this, he soon regained his composure.

Then, with a little sensing, he realized that this was just a trick played by the gray illusion.

"Although Xun'er's current posture is indeed very charming, false things can never become true. Trying to shake my will with such a trivial trick will ultimately be in vain..."

Xiao Ling sighed softly and whispered to himself...

"However, one day, such a beautiful scene will reappear in the real world. At that time, Xun'er and I will fulfill our previous agreement..."

As Xiao Ling finished his words, he gently raised his sleeves, and in an instant, a strong wind gushed out. The phantom-like slender figure disappeared like smoke under the impact of this force.

As the phantom disappeared, the space wrinkles hidden behind it were immediately exposed. In the intricate space texture, a faint but somewhat weird black gas quietly permeated, adding a bit of mystery and ominous atmosphere to this space.

"The previous hallucination should be caused by these things..." Xiao Ling's eyes were fixed on the strange black air. He already knew in his heart that the sudden appearance of the illusion just now must be related to this strange thing.

Xiao Ling shook his head gently and stopped thinking about these things. At this moment, he could already feel that this place was not far from the exit of the illusion.

He immediately spread out his soul power and carefully explored some spatial traces in front of him. After finding out the situation, he took another step and walked slowly towards the distance...

In the following journey, Xiao Ling once again encountered those illusions from the depths of his heart. Zi Yan, Qing Lin, Xiao Yixian, Han Yue... These familiar figures, each of them carries his deep memories.

However, after the last lesson, Xiao Ling was no longer bothered by the appearance of these illusions. No matter how vivid these images were, he only glanced at them with a hint of nostalgia, then turned around and continued his journey, no longer moved by the illusions...

"Bam—"

Xiao Ling waved his hand casually, deflecting the long sword that was thrusting straight at him. He looked forward with a strange look in his eyes, and saw Chu Wanqing's face full of murderous intent, her eyes full of hatred for him, staring at him intently.

Seeing this, Xiao Ling's mouth twitched involuntarily, as if he felt a little helpless about the situation.

"Although Chu Wanqing's attitude is indeed a bit cold, she is not the kind of person who would draw her sword and want to kill me as soon as we meet." Xiao Ling couldn't help but complain in a low voice.

"The realism of this illusion is really disappointing. It can be said to be the weakest test on this journey..."

Muttering to himself like this, Xiao Ling slowly raised his finger. Under Chu Wanqing's gaze that was full of anger but still unable to conceal her stunning beauty, he just lightly touched her brow with his fingertips.

At that electric shock-like moment, Chu Wanqing's figure became hazy bit by bit, like a sand painting blown by an invisible breeze, until it was completely blurred.

In the end, her entire existence turned into a wisp of light smoke, swaying gently with the breeze, and gradually dissipated in every corner of the air, as if she had never appeared in this world...

As he stepped over the place where Chu Wanqing had just stood, the thick dark gray clouds around him began to gradually fade away, and the oppressive feeling in the air also eased.

At this moment, a twisted black hole with a diameter of about ten feet suddenly appeared in Xiao Ling's sight.

"This must be the exit of the illusion. Well, my soul perceives everything normally, and this black hole is not an illusion." After carefully exploring the twisted hole in front of him, Xiao Ling no longer had any hesitation in his heart.

He paused for a moment, then suddenly leaped up, like an arrow shot from a bow, and rushed straight towards the twisted black hole until his body was completely swallowed up and disappeared...

Xiao Ling's body flashed, as if he had passed through an invisible barrier, and the feeling of soul power that once suppressed him disappeared instantly.

With a little perception, he realized that the first round of the illusion test had come to an end.

Xiao Ling's slightly narrowed eyes slowly opened. The darkness in front of him was dispelled by the light, and the surrounding space became clear and bright again.

Looking up, I saw a rather spacious square. On the other side of the square, there was a twisted space passage. Next to the space passage, there was an old man riding a turtle, squinting his eyes as if he was taking a nap.

Xiao Ling looked up and saw a wide square in front of him, which was big enough to accommodate thousands of troops. On the opposite side of the square, a twisted smooth space passage stood quietly, as if connected to another unknown world.

Beside the passage, an old man riding on the back of a turtle was slightly closing his eyes, looking relaxed and seeming to be enjoying a leisurely afternoon nap.

As if sensing the movement, the old man riding on the turtle's back slowly opened his slightly weathered eyes, and a sharp light flashed across his eyes.

When his eyes fell on Xiao Ling, the old man was startled for a moment, then he smiled warmly, cupped his hands and said,

"Haha, it turns out to be Mr. Xiao Ling. His soul power is indeed extraordinary. So far, Mr. Xiao Ling is the only contestant who has successfully passed the illusion level."

"Please wait here for a while, sir. When the test time is approaching, I will reveal the rules of the next challenge to all contestants."

"No problem, senior, no need to be polite."

Xiao Ling nodded slightly and smiled modestly. Although he was an eighth-grade alchemist with a noble status and was respected by others, he did not want to be too ostentatious so as not to cause discomfort to others.

Afterwards, Xiao Ling walked to the side with ease, found a stone bench and sat down. Then, he casually took out a set of exquisite tea sets and a few plates of snacks from his storage ring, and began to enjoy this moment of tranquility leisurely.

The little mink, who had been silent in the Bone Inflammation Ring for a long time, felt the noise from the outside world and finally couldn't suppress its curiosity. It turned into a beam of light, jumped out lightly, and landed steadily on the stone table.

The little mink's eyes sparkled, and it stretched out its claws impatiently, nimbly grabbed pieces of snacks, and hurriedly put them into its small mouth. Its eager and satisfied eating appearance looked particularly cute.

This scene in front of him was really hard to associate with the majestic image in the rumors. The little fellow in front of him, who was eating with relish and looked satisfied, was actually one of the four famous overlords on the Profound Sky Continent, the young patriarch of the Sky Demon Marten Clan.

If you don't know its true identity, anyone who sees it will probably think it's just an ordinary pet mink...

"Tsk tsk, Ah Diao, you are a celestial demon marten with noble blood, you have to pay attention to your image..."

Xiao Ling's mouth curled up into a playful smile. He casually stretched out a finger and gently tickled Xiao Diao's round belly, and said jokingly with a smile on his face...

I have to mention that the hair of this demon marten is very smooth, which is rare. Compared with the rough hair of other magical beasts, it is like silky brocade, with extraordinary texture, which is absolutely beyond the reach of ordinary magical beasts.

In his spare time, Xiao Ling likes to stroke the little mink. The delicate and soft touch makes him feel extremely comfortable no matter how he strokes it, and he simply can't let it go.

Realizing that Xiao Ling's actions were becoming more and more excessive, the little mink suddenly stretched out its small claws and nimbly slapped Xiao Ling's fingers away. Then it glared at Xiao Ling fiercely with its round eyes, as if expressing its dissatisfaction.

It quickly swallowed the seventh-level spiritual fruit it was still chewing, and then said unhappily, "You are such a jerk. You have been locking me up in the Bone Inflammation Ring for a long time. I finally have a chance to come out and get some fresh air. Of course, I, your Master Diao, must enjoy my free time and relax."

Just as Xiao Ling and Xiao Diao were leisurely and playing with each other, the void where Xiao Ling had appeared before suddenly began to ripple with waves as delicate as water waves.

As the ripples slowly spread, a woman in a black dress with a graceful figure walked out slowly.

Sensing the unusual movement here, Xiao Ling's gaze involuntarily turned over there, and upon closer inspection, he found that the woman was none other than Cao Ying.

Feeling a gaze, Cao Ying turned to look, and their eyes met in the air, and it seemed as if an electric current flashed silently.

When she saw Xiao Ling, a hint of surprise first flashed across Cao Ying's autumn-water eyes, but soon, her expression returned to calm, as if all this was within her expectations.

After all, Xiao Ling's soul power was superior to hers, and it would have been unreasonable if he hadn't been the first to pass.

However, Cao Ying seemed to have suddenly remembered something that made her shy, and her fair face involuntarily flushed. That blush, like the sunset glow, was particularly moving.

At the same time, the toes exposed at the front of her pair of black high-heeled shoes unconsciously curled slightly inward.

Afterwards, after quickly adjusting her state, Cao Ying walked slowly across the square with light steps. When she reached the central area, her steps suddenly paused, and then a bright smile broke out on her face.

"Elder Liao."

Cao Ying said in a clear voice as she bowed gracefully to the old man riding the turtle.

The old man called Elder Liao sat on the back of a turtle and slowly opened his eyes that had experienced many vicissitudes of life.

"Haha, it's Ying girl. No need to be so polite, just find a place to sit down. The second round of the competition can only begin after the other contestants arrive." A gentle and kind smile appeared on his old face, and he responded in a calm tone.

"Ah."

Cao Ying nodded slightly in response, then tried her best to remain calm on the surface. She took elegant and calm steps, swaying her waist slightly, and walked slowly and gracefully in the direction of Xiao Ling.

"I didn't see you around the square just now, and I thought you might be late." Cao Ying stopped beside Xiao Ling and said softly, "But now it seems that I was worrying too much."

As she spoke, she turned lightly and sat gracefully on the stone chair next to Xiao Ling, her movements smooth and natural.

If someone knew Cao Ying, they would be able to notice that Cao Ying was different from others in the way she treated Xiao Ling.

Compared with her usual charming appearance, this behavior is obviously much more restrained. However, it also adds a bit of girlish gentleness and shyness.

Obviously, after the previous incident, Cao Ying's temperament has changed a lot when facing Xiao Ling.

However, in Xiao Ling's opinion, such changes are only preliminary, and he will need more training in the future to meet his own requirements.

Chapter 440 Void Swallowing Flame

"You seem to have thought too hastily of me. Dan will be such a major event. Even if I don't care about other things, I can't miss such an important thing."

Xiao Ling said with a smile, and at the same time, his hands did not stop. He gently brushed away the few strands of hair scattered on Cao Ying's forehead, put them behind her ears, and gently pinched her elastic cheeks.

"Oh, I was just guessing. I was worried that you might be late. I didn't really think you would be like that." Cao Ying pouted her pink lips slightly, her voice soft and coquettish.

Faced with Xiao Ling's intimate behavior, she not only did not resist at all, but her eyes revealed a bit of dependence and pleasure.

Afterwards, Cao Ying gently adjusted her posture and moved closer to Xiao Ling, until their shoulders were leaning against each other, their breaths could be heard, and their scents intertwined, forming an indescribable closeness.

Feeling Cao Ying's closeness, Xiao Ling naturally grasped her soft and delicate hand and held it in his palm. He then turned his head and asked calmly, "What's wrong? It seems like you have something to tell me?"

"It's not something particularly important, just some reminders. You are not from Dan Tower, and have never participated in an alchemy meeting before, so you naturally don't know much about the alchemy world." Cao Ying nodded slightly, her voice soft and clear.

"Although every Alchemy Conference will screen out the vast majority of contestants through the first two rounds of strict assessments, compared to the second round of assessments, the first level we just went through is nothing but a drop in the bucket. The risk factor of the second round of assessments is undoubtedly much more severe than the illusory illusions of the first round."

"Since the Dan Realm was abandoned, the energy there has become extremely chaotic, and it is difficult for humans to stay here for a long time. However, magical beasts and rare medicinal herbs can thrive in such an environment, so it is full of powerful magical beasts and rare medicinal herbs."

"In this space, we not only have to deal with the potential threat of powerful monsters, but also have to guard against the sinister intentions of other alchemists who are willing to take action for rare medicinal materials..."

Hearing what Cao Ying said, Xiao Ling nodded slightly. He naturally understood this truth. The first level was just a test of illusion. Although it tested the alchemist's mental and spiritual foundation, it would not endanger his life after all.

However, the second level of Dan Realm is full of unknowns and variables. If you are not careful, you may face a life-and-death crisis.

"From what you said, it seems like you have some ideas you want to share with me? Just tell me directly. If I think it's appropriate, I can consider it." Thinking of this, Xiao Ling looked at Cao Ying and said.

"Oh, you are so smart. You are right. I have a plan in mind and I am planning to discuss it with you."

The corners of Cao Ying's mouth slightly lifted up, revealing a charming smile. Her phoenix eyes were fixed tightly on Xiao Ling. Her voice was as gentle and alluring as spring water. She opened her red lips and said:

"I mentioned earlier that there will be many dangers in the second round of the Dan Realm. Therefore, I plan to work hand in hand with you to face the next second round of assessment together."

"Think about it. With the prestige of our two eighth-grade alchemists, we are fully capable of gathering a team of alchemists with good strength. In this way, our team will be able to resolve any crisis, and the second round of assessment will no longer be a problem for us."

After Cao Ying finished speaking, she cast an expectant look at Xiao Ling. In her opinion, her idea was brilliant and highly feasible.

Furthermore, given her current relationship with Xiao Ling, the two should naturally stay together in the upcoming assessments. There is absolutely no reason for them to act separately.

"I'm sorry, Ying'er. I have my own plans for the next Danjie assessment, so I can't go with you."

Xiao Ling listened quietly to Cao Ying's proposal. After a moment's silence, he finally spoke with a hint of apology in his tone, and gave a response that surprised Cao Ying.

"However, if you still want to gather people, I think you can try to join forces with the little girl Dan Chen from the Dan family. I believe that with your reputation, even without me, you should have a lot of appeal among these contestants."

It wasn't that Xiao Ling was unwilling to accompany Cao Ying to participate in the assessment and intended to distance himself from her. After all, based on their current relationship, Xiao Ling would naturally not make such a cold plan.

The main reason was that Xiao Ling was a little worried that the people summoned by the Soul Palace this time might have some bad plans for him. If he let Cao Ying follow him, wouldn't it create danger and trouble for her?

However, Cao Ying had no idea what Xiao Ling was thinking. When she heard his direct rejection, she naturally felt unhappy and her emotions fluctuated a little.

"What do you mean by that? Do you think I will be a burden to you? You did such excessive things to me before, and I haven't even come to settle the score with you. You took the benefits and are irresponsible. Is this your attitude towards me?"

There was a hint of questioning in Cao Ying's words, and she looked straight at Xiao Ling, as if she wanted to see through him, like a beautiful woman who was betrayed by a heartless man, full of resentment and unwillingness.

"Okay, Ying'er, don't think too much. I don't mean that. It's just that I have my own plans and it's inconvenient for me to accompany you. Besides, if you act with me, I'm afraid you will face a lot of risks. It's better to form a team with others to be safe..."

Faced with Cao Ying's questioning, Xiao Ling seemed a little helpless. With a hint of soothing in his tone, he tried to explain his position.