Chapter 164: You Don’t Believe Your Husband Can Do It?

It was already past nine by the time they returned to the residence by carriage. Before paying the fare, Zhao Ling carried Liu Erlong into the estate.

The girl had soaked in the hot spring for nearly two hours and was still in a dazed and lazy state, unwilling to move. Zhao Ling could only carry her inside.

What he didn't expect was that, as they passed the courtyard, he saw Bo Saixi and Ah Yin sitting there, waiting for him.

Seeing the two of them return, Bo Saixi and Ah Yin both looked visibly relieved. They stood up from their seats, walking toward Zhao Ling a little shyly.

"Husband, you're finally back. We came out of our room this afternoon and heard that you two had left the estate early this morning. We were worried something had happened."

"That's right, husband. If you're going to take Sister Long'er out next time, at least let us know. Otherwise, we'll get worried."

Once they reached Zhao Ling's side, the two began to complain that he had taken Liu Erlong away without telling them.

But soon, their gazes shifted to the woman in Zhao Ling's arms. With her flowing red hair and exquisitely delicate features—no less beautiful than either of them—and a stunning figure, both of them couldn't help but frown slightly.

What the heck? Their husband went out and lost Sister Long'er, only to bring back a red-haired beauty who looked even more attractive?

And fine, even if he brought someone back, why was she clinging so intimately to him, not even greeting them? That was way too rude.

Although both Bo Saixi and Ah Yin believed it was a good thing for Zhao Ling to bring back more beautiful women—it meant they wouldn't be the only ones worn out every night—still, a girl who couldn't even greet her sisters wasn't likable.

The two women exchanged a glance, then immediately glared at Zhao Ling.

"Husband, what's going on? Where's Sister Long'er? And why are you bringing a strange woman back from outside? Are you just treating your sisters like we don't matter?" Bo Saixi's blue hair and dress fluttered even though there was no wind—clearly, she was very upset.

Ah Yin narrowed her eyes and seized Zhao Ling's ear with her right hand, questioning him fiercely.

"Husband, you'd better explain clearly to your sisters. If you don't, we won't let you off so easily."

Though she was holding Zhao Ling's ear with a fierce expression like she was about to twist it off, in reality, she wasn't applying any strength at all.

Of course, with Zhao Ling's body enhanced sixfold, even if Ah Yin used all her strength, she still wouldn't be able to hurt him.

Zhao Ling realized the two had misunderstood. He gently placed the dazed Liu Erlong on the ground, tapping her forehead lightly. A cool sensation immediately cleared her dizziness.

"Long'er, stop spacing out. Help your husband explain, or your two big sisters might kick me out of the estate."

Once on the ground, Liu Erlong lazily leaned against Zhao Ling and smiled at Bo Saixi and Ah Yin.

"Sister Xi'er, Sister Yin'er, I'm right here. Did you not recognize me all of a sudden?"

"What? You're Sister Long'er?" Bo Saixi and Ah Yin were both surprised and stepped forward to look closely.

They could sense some familiar traces in the stunning woman before them, reminiscent of Sister Long'er, but also found her somewhat unfamiliar. They couldn't be sure she was Liu Erlong.

Liu Erlong smiled gently and explained how her Spirit had mutated after taking the immortal herb Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower, which even altered her appearance.

Instantly, both women looked at Zhao Ling with discontent. Especially Bo Saixi, who pouted and complained:

"Husband, aren't you being a little unfair? First, you gave Sister Yin'er two immortal herbs, which improved her strength and aptitude.

Now Sister Long'er gets one too. Not only did her strength and aptitude improve, but even her beauty leveled up! I don't even expect my strength to increase—I'd just like to look a little more beautiful…"

Ah Yin puffed her cheeks too and added, "Husband, if I had known there was an herb that boosts beauty, I wouldn't have wanted those two other herbs. I'd have just taken the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower!"

"Uh…" Zhao Ling tugged at the corner of his mouth, replying with a bit of a headache.

"Xi'er, Yin'er, your husband truly didn't know the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower would enhance Long'er's beauty. I just knew it was a powerful pure yang herb, perfect for Long'er's Spirit.

That's why I gave it to her. Don't feel imbalanced—you two are already stunning. Especially you, Xi'er—if you get even more beautiful, how will your other sisters live?"

His words immediately lifted the mood. Both women broke into happy smiles. Especially Bo Saixi, who had always been confident in her looks. Even if she didn't become more beautiful, she still wouldn't fall behind anyone else.

"Hmph, at least you know how to talk. In that case, I won't make you go find me another Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower." Bo Saixi grinned, tiptoed, and gave Zhao Ling a kiss on the cheek.

Ah Yin also nodded. "I don't need it either. That herb really is best suited for Long'er. Just look at her now—I even want to kiss her!"

And then she really did plant a kiss on Liu Erlong's cheek, making Liu Erlong giggle and laugh.

Seeing the three women so cheerful, Zhao Ling took out a Nine-Petal Purple Zhi from his storage space and smiled warmly at Bo Saixi.

"Xi'er, I've been racking my brain over which immortal herb suits you best. In the end, I think this Nine-Petal Purple Zhi is just right.

Unlike other herbs, it doesn't boost soul power directly—which is perfect, since you're already a 99th-level Limit Douluo and don't need that.

But it does strengthen the foundation and vitality, improve constitution, and enhance cultivation potential. I believe that after taking it, you might even be able to challenge the Sea God's position in the future."

Bo Saixi's eyes widened in surprise. If this herb could help her reach the level to challenge the Sea God's divine position, of course she'd want to take it without hesitation.

But she also knew—she was only the High Priestess of Sea God Island, a mere agent of the Sea God on the Douluo Continent. When the true successor appeared, she would ultimately have to sacrifice her life to help them ascend.

So, in her view, taking the herb would be a waste.

But Zhao Ling guessed what she was thinking and gently smiled.

"Be good. Take the Nine-Petal Purple Zhi. As for your future path to the Sea God's position, I'll find a way.

Worst case, when your husband becomes even stronger, I'll personally go to the God Realm and make that Sea God take back your priestess duties and previous divine trials. I'll get him to give you the Sea God's Nine Trials anew.

What? You don't believe your husband can do that?"