Chapter 151: Consuming the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower

The next afternoon, Zhao Ling stepped out of his room, stretching with satisfaction and a smile.

On the bed, Bo Saixi and Ah Yin exchanged a look, both seeing the helplessness in each other's eyes.

There was no helping it—her husband was just insane. He had already stayed in Long'er's room for two whole days. Yet even with the two sisters teaming up, they were still completely defeated. It was simply unbearable.

"So tired…" Ah Yin murmured as she closed her eyes. Within ten seconds, Bo Saixi heard the soft sound of her falling asleep.

Hearing Ah Yin's gentle snores, Bo Saixi also felt a wave of sleepiness wash over her. She pulled Ah Yin into her arms, closed her eyes, and quickly drifted off.

Exhausted. Utterly exhausted. Even as a Rank 99 Extreme Douluo, her eyelids felt too heavy to keep open. Sleep was more important than anything.

Meanwhile, Zhao Ling, after four days of intense "struggle," only felt a bit weak in the legs. But he had gained a much deeper understanding of his body's terrifying strength.

He had to admit, the system's "Intermediate Barbaric War Physique" was ridiculously powerful—monstrous in every sense.

The system claimed to be "serious," but the rewards it gave felt anything but.

Zhao Ling glanced back at the two deeply sleeping women and quietly closed the door behind him to avoid disturbing them.

He stepped into the courtyard, and before long, he ran into Housekeeper Qian in a corridor.

Seeing him finally emerge from the room, Housekeeper Qian cautiously asked, "Master, do you and the three madams need a meal today?"

Zhao Ling paused briefly and nodded. "Mm, have someone prepare it. By the way, has that girl Long'er been to the dining hall the past two days?"

Housekeeper Qian looked startled, then shook his head. "No, she hasn't come to eat for nearly four days."

"What?" Zhao Ling's expression changed. Four whole days without food? Could that girl have starved?

But a moment later, he dismissed the idea. No, that was unlikely.

Even on Blue Star, ordinary people could go three or four days without food and only pass out—not be in serious danger.

Still, Zhao Ling quickly headed to Liu Erlong's room. He didn't want his wife to faint from hunger.

With a soft creak, he pushed open her door and found Liu Erlong lazily lying on her bed, humming a cheerful tune.

She clearly had slept enough and was in a good mood—just not quite able to get out of bed.

As for why… Zhao Ling thought about it and instantly understood. After what he'd put her through for two days straight, it would be a miracle if she could get out of bed.

When Liu Erlong heard the door open, she glanced up and saw him standing there. In a sweet and tender voice, she called out:

"Husband~"

Zhao Ling was caught off guard by the girlish tone. He shivered involuntarily. Something felt off about this girl.

Still, he pushed down his doubts and walked over to her, gently stroking her hair.

"Long'er, I heard you haven't eaten these past two days? Honestly, no matter how tired you are or how hard it is to get up, you could have asked a servant to bring food to your room."

But Liu Erlong shook her head nonchalantly, a faint smile on her lips.

"Actually, I feel fine. I don't feel hungry at all. And after waking up today, I felt like my body and strength had improved. The increase was small, but I'm sure I didn't imagine it."

"Your body and strength improved?" Zhao Ling was surprised, then quickly connected the dots.

"That's normal, isn't it? After all, you used that immortal herb I gave you. It doesn't just increase spirit power and talent—it can boost physical attributes too."

But Liu Erlong gently shook her head again. She took out the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower from her storage tool.

"I haven't eaten the herb you gave me yet."

"What? You haven't taken the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower? Then why did your body improve?"

Zhao Ling was stunned. If her physical improvements weren't from the immortal herb, then…

It could only mean it was a side effect of their dual cultivation—possibly due to his Barbaric War Physique having reached the intermediate level.

Interesting. Zhao Ling decided he'd ask Yin'er and Xi'er later if they'd experienced any similar changes.

He patted her head gently.

"All right, put the herb away for now. Since you're not in any condition to walk, I'll help you get dressed, carry you to wash up, and then we'll eat something. Don't starve yourself."

"Mhm…" Liu Erlong nodded and let him dress her. Her obedient manner was nothing like her usual fierce "Mother Tyrannosaurus" demeanor.

Even when Zhao Ling carried her to the bathroom and helped her clean up, she was surprisingly cooperative. It gave him a strong sense of accomplishment.

Once she was freshened up, Zhao Ling carried her to the dining hall and gently placed her on a chair. Then he went to instruct Housekeeper Qian to serve the food.

Throughout, Liu Erlong gazed at him with eyes full of tenderness—so much so that Zhao Ling felt almost overwhelmed by her affection.

Soon, Housekeeper Qian arrived with a group of servants carrying dishes—over a dozen in total, with chicken, duck, fish, and meat all accounted for.

Zhao Ling pulled out a chair beside Liu Erlong, sat down, and served her a slice of soy-braised pork knuckle and a bowl of duck soup with tea tree mushrooms. He playfully flicked her nose.

"Okay, stop staring and eat up. After the meal, I'll carry you back to the room. You should take the immortal herb soon—it'll really help you improve."

"Yes, husband. Long'er will listen to you." Liu Erlong nodded sweetly and started eating the pork knuckle. Zhao Ling grabbed a chicken drumstick for himself.

Once they were full, Zhao Ling carried Liu Erlong back to her room and asked her to retrieve the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower from her storage device.

She hesitated for a moment as she looked at the herb in her hands, reluctant to consume the gift from her beloved.

But since her husband and Sister Yin'er both said the herb could significantly boost her spirit power and talent, she couldn't let his kindness go to waste.

After swallowing the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower, Liu Erlong sat cross-legged on the floor, closed her eyes, and began absorbing its medicinal power.