Endless Winter: My Camp Upgrades Infinitely Chapter 1352 - 438: Sixth-Rank Registration System, Moving Breakthrough, Direction_3

"My lord, you are truly incredible!"

Su Xing’er exclaimed, her joy evident as she almost clapped her hands together.

Xia Hong turned his attention to the three Su Jing brothers, observing their faces brimming with gratitude and noting their intention to bow. Feeling a lack of interest, he simply gestured and instructed, "Alright, you three, go pack up first!"

Humans tend to feel a certain way about themselves, and Xia Hong was no exception.

As the Great Xia Lord, he had witnessed emotions such as gratitude, fanaticism, and reverence countless times in Xia City, making him quite accustomed to them. While he understood the reasons behind the Su Jing brothers' consistent reactions, he had grown somewhat desensitized.

Conversely, Su Xing’er, owing to her tender age and innocent disposition, had, over their four months together, developed scarce apprehension towards him. She frequently posed questions and occasionally engaged in lighthearted banter. This dynamic, free from excessive disrespect yet naturally amiable, coupled with an unconscious reliance on him, somewhat mirrored his own daughter, Yu Yao.

Su Xing’er, at a mere fifteen years old, was only eight years her senior daughter Xia Yuyao. Because of the principle of loving one leads to loving all, he naturally felt a stronger fondness for Su Xing’er compared to the typically deferential Su Jing brothers.

"128 days have passed. Today should mark the fourth day of January in the tenth year of Great Xia, which coincides with the Cold Yuan Festival. I have been away for half a year; my two little ones must be missing me, surely?"

Indeed, it had been six months since he departed from Xia City, a first for Xia Hong. Though not yet overcome by homesickness, he harbored certain anxieties regarding his six-year-old son and daughter.

"Whew... no more dwelling on such thoughts. My injuries have healed; it's time to formally assess Cai Qiu’s capabilities!"

Xia Hong suppressed his worries, contemplated for a moment, and then lifted his gaze to watch the four siblings gathered around the campfire, roasting meat. With a smile, he declared, "Three superior war bodies, possessing the strength of two stalactites, should be sufficient. The next step is yours."

Noticing Xia Hong's gaze, Su Xing’er quickly spoke up, "My lord, please do not deem me slow. Xing’er believes she can attempt a breakthrough tonight."

Xia Hong let out a soft chuckle and shook his head, replying, "I do not consider you slow..."

He then gestured towards the basin of Soaring Snake Blood he had recently acquired. "Your epidermal membrane is nearing its limit. Ordinary beast blood will no longer suffice; utilize this Soaring Snake Blood next. Two thousand pounds should be ample to propel you through."

Upon hearing this, the faces of the three Su Jing brothers went rigid. Realizing that Xia Hong had hunted the Beast King-level Soaring Snake specifically for Su Xing’er to achieve top-grade battle body qualification, their expressions immediately became filled with deep emotion.

Su Xing’er herself was even more profoundly touched. As she gazed at Xia Hong, her nose twitched suddenly, and soon, tears began to stream down her cheeks.

"My lord... my lord... you are exceedingly kind to Xing’er. Xing’er fears she may never be able to sufficiently repay your benevolence in this lifetime, sobbing..."

Su Xing’er's tearful cries were remarkably contagious, causing the pupils of the Su Jing brothers to moisten slightly. However, they staunchly resisted tears, aware of Xia Hong’s aversion to prolonged displays of deference. Consequently, they merely inclined their bodies respectfully.

Su Jing, the eldest brother, raised his head, his eyes alight with unwavering determination. He solemnly stated, "My lord's kindness is a debt our four siblings shall never repay in this lifetime. I, Su Jing, along with my brothers and sister, hereby swear: whatever commands our lord bestows in the future, even if it means death, we four shall comply without question. In this life and the next, should we violate this solemn oath, may we four siblings be eternally submerged at the very bottom of the Ice Abyss."

"Su Xu, like my elder brother, shall forever remain at the bottom of the Ice Abyss if we violate this oath."

"Su Zhi..."

"Xing’er, like my three brothers, wishes to serve by the lord’s side eternally."

Hearing the siblings' sincere vows, Xia Hong's eyes flickered momentarily. He then shook his head again, waving his hand as he said, "Your current cultivation is insufficient; focus on your training first!"

Without exaggeration, the resources Xia Hong had allocated to the four siblings over the past four months would have undoubtedly caused a considerable stir within Xia City.

It was impossible to act without some underlying motive.

Recalling the unique strategic position of Qing Valley and Cai Qiu's six-class hierarchy, a subtle shadow of intent crossed Xia Hong's eyes. Observing that the meat on the spit was now cooked, he extended a smiling invitation for them all to eat.

The flesh and blood of the Beast King-level Green Jade Soaring Snake were brimming with potent energy. Even a tiny portion was enough to overwhelm those in the Earth-digging Realm. Fortunately, Su Jing and his companions had already achieved breakthroughs. Though Su Xing’er hadn't yet, her innate strength approached 150,000 pounds, rivaling an ordinary Cold Resistance Level expert, allowing her to withstand the influx.

The quartet swiftly consumed the meat and blood, with Su Jing and the others promptly heading to the cave's entrance to cultivate and circulate the potent essence within their bodies. Su Xing’er, however, took two pounds of the Soaring Snake Blood and retreated into the simple wooden enclosure within the cave to continue her skin membrane reshaping.

"Ah..."

Using blood from a Beast King on a cellular level naturally induced considerable agony, and soon, faint cries of pain emanated from Su Xing’er within the wooden partition.

Xia Hong, accustomed to such sounds, wasted no time. He immediately sat, closed his eyes, and commenced his cultivation.

Approximately two hours later, as dawn broke outside, Su Xing’er’s cries from the wooden partition began to subside. Shortly after, she emerged, radiating immense joy.

"148,700 pounds! A leap of 700 pounds instantly. Truly magnificent!"

Su Jing and the others had been waiting outside. Hearing their sister’s triumphant declaration, their faces naturally brightened with shared happiness.

"Indeed, superior talent demands more beast blood. The potency of this Beast King-grade blood far exceeds that of high-grade beast blood. Had I attempted to reshape my skin membrane with it at the peak of the Earth-digging Realm, I estimate I could have managed barely one pound. For Xing’er to utilize two pounds at once is remarkable."