The slim jade-like legs of pearly white were even more striking against the contrast of black fishnet stockings. The soft, pale pink toenails peeked through the mesh adorably, paired with the petite, tight denim shorts that added a touch of "girl next door" charm to the usual ethereal aura and moon-like elegance of Taiyin Youying.

Beautiful.

So beautiful.

But just as Shen Qiang was shocked, Taiyin Youying, who had briefly displayed a "girl next door" smile, suddenly turned serious, seemingly having noticed Shen Qiang.

"Why are you here?" Shen Qiang asked in surprise. "Shouldn't you be residing within the Black Blade?"

At these words, Taiyin Youying's beautiful eyes flashed as she motioned with her white, slender finger towards the strange totem above Shen Qiang's Nascent Soul and said, "I find it more comfortable here."

Shen Qiang was astonished.

At this time, Qingxuan paid her respects to Shen Qiang, and after helping her up from her kneeling position, Shen Qiang looked at Taiyin Youying, whose flowing robes and incongruous black fishnet stockings created a strange look, and said, "Fine, come if you want, but don't bully my Qingxuan."

"Your Qingxuan?" Taiyin Youying glanced at Qingxuan.

Shen Qiang nodded, then chuckled, "Why don't you take off your clothes, let me see your figure, and have someone make you a few new outfits."

"Insolent!" Taiyin Youying raised her elegant eyebrows and said, "You vile scoundrel, don't test my patience."

Shen Qiang laughed, "Okay, then you decide for yourself, Qingxuan dear, the master will make you new clothes to look beautiful, just give her the old ones."

Having said that, he ignored Taiyin Youying's unhappy gaze entirely.

His Divine Thought departed from the Sea of Consciousness.

Meanwhile, in the grand hall,

Before the Heshenghe display counter, where the Black Blade rested, a large group of cultivators had knelt down, staring fervently at the Black Blade.

"Never in my life have I beheld such a noble and pure goddess! Her every smile is like a breath of spring, her every gesture touches my heart; I wish only to see her once more in this life."

"The goddess is like a snow lotus atop a thousand peaks, her aspirations pure and lofty. I, a mere common man, dare not harbor indecent thoughts."

"If only I could see her smile in this life, I'd die with no regrets."

Seeing their eyes blazing with admiration, Shen Qiang chuckled to himself, thinking, kneel all you want. I just talked to her. Next, I'll find some more Illusion Butterfly Silk and have Xiu Ju make some pretty little outfits—no woman can resist new clothes. She'll definitely change clothes when the time comes.

As a true gentleman of absolute integrity, I certainly won't peep.

But, since she resides in my Sea of Consciousness, even if I try not to look, I have no choice. This can't be blamed on me.

As he thought to himself,

Shen Qiang heard an elderly cultivator kneeling before the display case, his old eyes excitedly muttering, "Hands like soft grass, skin like congealed fat, neck like curdled roe, teeth like a row of jade. A bright forehead and moth-like eyebrows, her smile delightful, her eyes enchanting."

Jeese, he's so excited he can't even speak coherently?

Shen Qiang glanced at him skeptically, then noticed Sha Jianming kneeling beside the old man, staring blankly at the Black Blade, muttering to himself.

"Fairy, if you can hear me, that Shen Qiang is despicable, sinister, and the biggest scoundrel of all. With such a fairy accompanying him, he's sure to lead you astray. Besides, he's so indecent; you, transformed into the Black Blade with such graceful edges, he holds you with no respect, this is sacrilege. If you hear my prayers, please leave him. I'm willing to dedicate my life to serving you!"

Hearing his murmurs, Shen Qiang's lips curled into a faint smile.

Ha, this level of skill? Can't move after seeing Taiyin Youying? Damn, weren't you obsessed with Microsheng Qian Dai before? Does kneeling here after seeing Taiyin Youying do any good? The saying goes, 'A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.'

Ignoring a living beauty right in front of you, hoping for a goddess's favor.

How foolish!

After all, does kneeling to the Black Blade help?

Taiyin Youying has already taken residence in the Sea of Consciousness, together with Qingxuan.

Just as he thought of this,

Shen Qiang's body trembled as he realized a significant issue.

Qingxuan's body disintegration, now a soul residing in Shen Qiang's Sea of Consciousness, but according to the Medical Saint Inheritance, as long as Shen Qiang's cultivation is sufficient, and he finds a body compatible with her, then Shen Qiang can resurrect her.

What about Taiyin Youying?

She's already living in Shen Qiang's Sea of Consciousness, having left the Black Blade, which means the method working for Qingxuan will surely work for her as well!

Realizing this, Shen Qiang's heart trembles.

Imagine it.

If such a beautiful Youying were to come to life, what kind of scene would that be?

If she accompanies him day and night, forming a bond over time…

Shen Qiang was pondering,

when a gentle fragrance wafted over, and the pure and stunning Microsheng Qian Dai walked nervously to Shen Qiang's side, eyes bashful, her voice soft, "Hey, Shen Qiang, I didn't expect you to have such a Divine Artifact. This artifact showcase event will definitely have Heshenghe as the first."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang turned his head,

looking earnestly at Microsheng Qian Dai.

As the Jade Girl of Baihua Palace, Microsheng Qian Dai's beauty is beyond doubt, even though Taiyin Youying had completely eclipsed her presence earlier. After all, right now, Taiyin Youying is a Spiritual Body, like a bird in the forest.

So, Shen Qiang smiled slightly and said, "Thank you for the blessing, Jade Girl, let's hope so."

As soon as Shen Qiang's words fell,

The showcase event, interrupted by the kneeling of the many cultivators, was resumed, and results were announced by the three presiding masters.

In the single Magical Treasure contest,

The Black Blade Taiyin Youying, without suspense, bested all others, taking first place at this showcase event.

The second place was the Evil Spirit Armor.

Third was the Five Assistant Swords.

Fourth was the Ni Chang Feather Robe.

Fifth was the Haotian Mirror from Qingyun Sword Pavilion.

From a practical standpoint, for Shen Qiang, among these four other contestants' Magical Treasures, the Evil Spirit Armor posed the greatest threat, followed by the Haotian Mirror, while the Five Assistant Swords were decent, but the Feather Dress lacked significant meaning; it cannot be said to be bad, but first, it's a colorful outfit for women, and second, it requires the Baihua Palace's dance techniques to exert its mesmerizing effect.

So, the Ni Chang Feather Robe is quite redundant for Shen Qiang.

And in the comprehensive comparison of Magical Treasures, Shen Qiang's judgment was once again confirmed.

The Ni Chang Feather Robe, due to its requirement for specific Cultivation Techniques, is even less compatible with Techniques than the Beautiful Demon Fox Chu Qing's Ancient Wizard's Eye.

Therefore, in this overall competition phase,

Heshenghe was once again first. Second was Hidden Sword Villa with the Five Assistant Swords, although no single sword could match the Evil Spirit Armor, but the Five Assistant Swords' balanced attributes gave it an edge in overall strength, third was Carefree Valley, fourth Baihua Palace, fifth Qingyun Sword Pavilion.

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