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Chapter 679: Zi Yan: Count Me In
The Great Thousand World is a realm of countless paths to power, with alchemy being one of the most esteemed. Among the myriad alchemical practices, the techniques of the Dou Qi Continent stand out for their unique qualities.
Under Xiao Yan's influence, these techniques eventually elevated the Endless Flame Alliance to become one of the three great alchemical sanctuaries of the Great Thousand World.
Though Xiao Yan's exact contributions remain uncertain, Xiao Ze's aim of rekindling the alchemical golden age on the Dou Qi Continent aligns with the need to cultivate a vast number of alchemists.
No matter how skilled Xiao Ze is, he alone cannot meet the endless demands of the Great Thousand World. The foundation must be built on countless skilled alchemists.
In the Great Thousand World, the path to cultivation hinges on resources. For a Heavenly Sovereign, solitary efforts are rarely enough to meet the staggering demands of progress.
This is why nearly every Heavenly Sovereign either establishes their own forces to dominate a continent or joins an ancient faction, exchanging service for resources.
For instance, the main character of the original story, Mu Chen, consumed 700 million drops of Sovereign Spiritual Liquid annually after reaching the Heavenly Sovereign level. His companion, Nine Nether, required 400 million annually upon achieving the same level.
Although Xiao Ze's cultivation is enhanced by his extraordinary talents, he too faces the escalating resource requirements of higher realms. Training legions of alchemists to produce Sovereign Spiritual Liquid on a massive scale is a necessity.
After planting the inheritance trees, the Alchemist Tower organized strong fighters to travel to the eight other regions of the Dou Qi Continent. Their task was to oversee the trees and maintain order.
In a land where strength dictates law, there was always a risk of a powerful faction seizing control of an inheritance tree. While the deterrence of a Dou Emperor was significant, some might still underestimate Xiao Ze's reach.
Though Xiao Ze could intervene personally, he preferred not to micromanage everything. Instead, the Alchemist Tower offered incentives, such as training opportunities and rare resources, to the strong fighters sent to guard the trees.
Having set the stage, Xiao Ze turned his attention to a promise he had made to Xun'er and the others. The time had come to fulfill it.
But before heading to the Gu Clan, Xiao Ze received an invitation to Ancient Dragon Island.
In a secluded palace on Ancient Dragon Island, Zi Yan sat nervously, her hands clenching and releasing as she replayed Xun'er's recent message.
Time felt unbearably short. This was her chance to deepen her relationship with Xiao Ze an opportunity she could not afford to miss.
With that in mind, she had sent a hasty invitation to Xiao Ze.
Moments later, a figure materialized in the brightly lit palace. Xiao Ze appeared, smiling warmly at the anxious Zi Yan.
"What's wrong? Did things not go well with Uncle Zhu Kun?" he asked kindly.
Zi Yan's heart softened. Even as a Dou Emperor, Xiao Ze hadn't changed he still cared about her.
"No, it's not that," Zi Yan replied, her usual boldness replaced by uncharacteristic hesitation. "I… heard from Xun'er that you're planning your wedding soon."
Xiao Ze nodded. Such an important event required careful preparation and consultation with the elders. He had been heading to the Gu Clan to finalize the arrangements.
"Could you… add me to the list?" Zi Yan asked, her cheeks flushed red as she struggled to maintain eye contact.
Xiao Ze blinked, surprised for a moment, before realizing that Xun'er must have been involved in this. Stepping closer, he gently held Zi Yan's hand and ruffled her hair.
"What do you mean by 'add you'? Marriage isn't something done casually," he teased.
Zi Yan's expression shifted to worry. "I'm a magical beast! We don't have all those customs…"
Xiao Ze slid his hand down to pinch her cheek lightly.
"Don't rush. I was planning to take things one step at a time, but now seems as good a moment as any."
He looked into her eyes, his tone serious.
"Zi Yan, you know my circumstances, so I won't repeat myself. If you're willing, will you share your life with me and become my wife?"
Before he could finish, Zi Yan pressed her hand against his mouth, her eyes brimming with tears.
"I agree. I accept. I love you!"
A powerful aura burst forth from Zi Yan as she impulsively kissed Xiao Ze.
Feeling her lips against his, Xiao Ze wrapped his arms around her waist. In the next moment, golden light surrounded them, and they disappeared into her chambers.
The Origin Tree's roots extended, creating an isolated world for the two of them.
Ten days later, the grandest wedding in the Dou Qi Continent's history took place. Representatives from all major factions gathered to witness Xiao Ze marry five stunning women: Xun'er, Medusa, Xiao Yi Xian, Qing Lin, and Zi Yan.
Dressed in magnificent wedding attire, the five brides stood by Xiao Ze's side, their union solidified before countless onlookers. With this marriage, Xiao Ze's Dou Emperor level faction officially welcomed five "main consorts."
Well wishers from across the continent offered their heartfelt blessings, though many women gazed at Xun'er and the others with envy, wishing they could have been chosen by the Origin Emperor.
As the continent's strongest being, Xiao Ze could easily have filled a harem with countless beauties if he so desired. In this world where strength reigned supreme, any woman he chose would have leaped at the opportunity to join him.
In truth, the number of willing candidates could stretch from Zhongzhou to the Northwest.
In this era, Xiao Ze was the brightest star in the Dou Qi Continent's sky, destined to shine for generations to come.
(End of Chapter)
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