Lin Luo had originally planned to return quickly if this world didn't present the massive variables it had last time, but the sudden marriage had delayed his departure. Goyei Eikyū was manageable, but his mother-in-law was a formidable woman. How could her daughter leave so soon after getting married?

Even if she couldn't wait for the grandson to be born, they should at least take a honeymoon first. Lin Luo couldn't help but sweat. Waiting for the grandson to be born was absolutely impossible, and a honeymoon was also a stretch.

After all, when he arrived here, the next host was already close to finishing their seclusion, and he couldn't make her wait too long. Thus, after final negotiations, they compromised, agreeing to stay in this world for one week. Seven days was acceptable to Lin Luo.

Given the time ratio between the two worlds, it amounted to just over a day in the Ming Realm. Even if the next host emerged from seclusion, it would give her a bit of time to prepare. For the first five days, Lin Luo played the role of a good son-in-law and husband in the real world.

Days were filled with harmonious joy, and nights were equally delightful, as he did his utmost to satisfy both of his wives. For the final two days, he took his two increasingly beautiful newlywed wives to the magic world... His young apprentice, Negi, had received word the day Lin Luo arrived in this world, but work had been too hectic for him to visit the real world.

The moment Goyei Eikyū informed him that Lin Luo was heading to the magic world, Negi was waiting at the teleportation circle. It wasn't just him; even that group of "non-humans" who were rarely seen had somehow gotten wind of Lin Luo's return and rushed out, making for a lively reunion. After meeting, a long talk was inevitable.

Some conversed with words, while others communicated with fists. For instance, that muscle-bound man, Lakhan, much preferred speaking with his fists. The magic world had undergone a fundamental alteration due to the Creator.

It was remarkable that under this change, over four years, Lakhan had transformed from a human nuclear bomb into a humanoid Gundam. Lin Luo needed quite an effort, even with his peak Spirit Rank strength, to subdue him. However, when facing Setsuna, the Red Wings were thoroughly defeated.

After all, Setsuna's strength had reached the Intermediate Earth Rank, and even if the entire Red Wings, including Che Zhang, fought together, they wouldn't be her match. A former novice, in just four short years, had grown to a level that left them in awe. While shocked by this setback, they were intensely curious about what kind of magic Lin Luo had used to bring about such rapid progress in both Setsuna and Kinoka.

To this, Lin Luo could only smile without answering. When he last died, Setsuna was only at the Intermediate Spirit Rank. Jumping an entire major realm now had little to do with him; it was entirely thanks to Youyou's efforts, coupled with her own hard work...

Of course, the fact that Setsuna had become even more beautiful was his own contribution. Regarding the magic world, Negi had become the effective representative of the Creator. With his own inherent abilities, the prestige of the Red Wings, and the cooperation of various nations, the world was now vastly different from when he last left.

Although many dark forces still lurked, they generally dared not act too overtly. Towards these dark forces, Negi and his group adopted a policy of both soft persuasion and hard pressure. Although Lin Luo felt that iron-fisted methods would be more straightforward, he no longer wished to interfere in this world's affairs and let them handle it.

Given the current climate, those dark forces couldn't stir up any major trouble anyway. Another noteworthy point was that the Creator had entered deep seclusion two years prior, the reason being... the Creator had absorbed that colossal block of magic power capable of destroying the entire world!

Suzuon had previously mentioned that if that magic block exploded, this world would very likely be completely annihilated. Because of this, Negi, the Red Wings, and everyone else had been constantly worried, trying to devise a solution. They never imagined the Creator would directly absorb the object!

Although this eliminated a major threat, they felt uneasy about the Creator's situation. If the absorption was complete, it would be fine, but if it failed and caused a mutation, it would be far too dangerous. However, after two years, no abnormal news had come from the Creator's side, which reassured them somewhat.

At least for the current stage, it seemed the attempt had not failed. After listening to their accounts, Lin Luo surmised that the magic block might be a relic left over from the Ancient Era. Although this magic world was projected by the Creator only after the war that destroyed the old world, it didn't preclude the Creator from placing ancient legacies here.

The Creator absorbing the magic block likely meant she was nearing her peak state again. As the only being connecting two eras, it was possible for the Creator to advance further. Lin Luo found himself looking forward to this.

In the Ancient Era, the Creator’s strength had already reached the Advanced Earth Rank, making her one of the Ten Strongest. If she could advance further this time, reaching the Peak Earth Rank was almost certain. If he then explained his insights on the Heaven Rank to her in detail, reaching Quasi-Heaven Rank or even Heaven Rank in the future wouldn't be impossible.

The Creator was on his side; the stronger she was, the better. However, given the current circumstances, he didn't seem to have a chance to see her yet. Therefore, Lin Luo decided to set the matter aside for discussion at a later date.

After spending a brief two days in the magic world, that evening, he bid farewell to everyone and returned to the Ming Realm with Kinoka and Setsuna. Of course, since his intimacy level with Kinoka had met the requirement, Lin Luo opened the World Gate high above the Gravedigger’s palace, ten thousand meters in the air, connecting the two worlds. He had his own intentions regarding this matter and did not inform others.

He not only locked the World Gate but also concealed it using a special method, making it invisible to any expert below the Earth Rank. Upon returning to the Sky City, a quick inquiry to the Head Maid informed Lin Luo that a host had indeed emerged from seclusion, and it happened yesterday at noon. Knowing the host's location, Lin Luo first asked Kinoka and Setsuna to rest in their room, then departed from the Sky City alone.

Bathed in the dazzling starlight, the night in the Ming Realm was not dark, but rather softly luminous, as if covered in a layer of silver dust, creating a unique atmosphere. Lin Luo traveled for nearly half an hour before finally finding the host's silhouette hundreds of miles from the Sky City, standing quietly on the surface of the Black Sea—a figure with uneven twin-tail hairstyles, a large black cloak, extremely revealing attire, hands gripping a long sword in reverse, and most strikingly, the blue flame burning in her left eye: Dead Rock Shooter. Normally, when she had nothing to do, Black Rock didn't stay much in the Sky City.

It wasn't that she disliked it, but she was somewhat solitary. If there was no serious business, she would either lock herself in her room, train in the ordinary practice rooms, or come outside to cultivate alone. And this Black Sea was her favorite spot.

"Staying here all by yourself, lost in thought?" Lin Luo approached her and asked casually. Black Rock had learned from the maid yesterday that he had returned; the excitement in her heart had long since subsided. Hearing Lin Luo's voice, she turned, her expression as usual.

"Sensing." Lin Luo rubbed his chin, slightly puzzled. "Your power is the Earth. Even if you're sensing, you should be standing on the ground.

What are you doing standing on the sea?" "There is Earth beneath the sea, and Earth beneath the sky. No matter where I stand, I can feel the Earth," Black Rock stated expressionlessly. "Mmm, it seems your realm is quite high.

Your training these past few months was certainly not in vain," Lin Luo smiled faintly. Black Rock, however, shook her head. "Still far off.

I have no confidence in defeating anyone." Lin Luo naturally knew that 'anyone' she referred to meant the other hosts. While Guichouju and the other two were newcomers and couldn't be judged, among those already out of seclusion, it would be difficult for Black Rock to defeat them even with her current strength. There were two Advanced Earth Rank experts, Gengwuliu and Reifu Li, a Martial Emperor comparable to Advanced Earth Rank, and a pair of Twins who could easily kill opponents above their rank.

Even Kinoka, the healer, possessed frighteningly strong defense. It would be genuinely hard for Black Rock to defeat them, but conversely, she might not lose against those of the same rank. However, given Black Rock's temperament, for her, perhaps not winning meant losing.

Lin Luo saw she ceased speaking and remained silent for a moment before saying, "This time I encountered Hatsune again. Although I didn't see her in person, I found something she left behind." "Is that so?" Hearing news of Hatsune, Black Rock was unusually calm, not showing the excitement she used to. "How is her strength?" "Very strong.

Among the hosts I've seen, perhaps only Mikoto can contend with her." "Quasi-Heaven Rank!" Black Rock's eyes showed a trace of astonishment. "Indeed." Lin Luo nodded. There was no doubt Hatsune was Quasi-Heaven Rank.

Since Mikoto could challenge the Heaven Rank, she must be at least Quasi-Heaven Rank. Black Rock clearly deduced Hatsune's strength based on Mikoto’s level. Black Rock pondered for a moment, then uncharacteristically frowned.

"If Hatsune is Quasi-Heaven Rank, this spells trouble." "What do you mean?" Lin Luo was momentarily stunned. Black Rock's expression grew solemn, and she said in a deep voice, "She is my sister. I can sense something; Hatsune will become our enemy in the near future." "What?!" Even Lin Luo was greatly shocked by this statement.

Hatsune becoming their enemy... could it be possible? Black Rock shook her head.

"Perhaps not that exaggerated, but she will certainly cause us trouble soon. It's best to be careful." Lin Luo observed her expression and realized she wasn't speaking recklessly. Given Black Rock and Hatsune's unique relationship, her intuition was likely accurate.

But if Hatsune truly brought them trouble, it would be a massive problem!