If one were to describe Wang Dong'er's previous state of mind with a single word, then "hot-blooded" would be the most fitting term.
Back when she still disguised herself as a boy, she wished that Huo Yuhao's gaze would stay fixed on her at all times. After the incident with the Death God's Envoy, when Huo Yuhao unintentionally protected her, and with Tang San's lingering psychological influence subtly affecting her thoughts, her attitude toward Huo Yuhao became almost pathological.
She both despised his altered appearance after receiving the Titan Snow Demon's bloodline and, at the same time, couldn't help but draw closer to him due to her feelings.
Seeing Huo Yuhao grow increasingly distant — even planning to leave Shrek Academy — Wang Dong'er couldn't hold back any longer. In a moment of impulsive desperation, she revealed her true female form. It was her last chance. With Tang San's seal binding her, she was practically a double-bound spirit tethered to both Tang Sect and Shrek Academy. There was no escape for her.
If her female form couldn't attract Huo Yuhao's attention, she'd lose him completely.
Fortunately, the "dog leash" effect was 100% effective — once it latched onto the "dog's" neck, there was no escape. Such a ridiculous yet absolute conceptual ability worked perfectly — and just like that, Huo Yuhao also became bound.
Huo Yuhao: "What does Shrek's connection to Evil Soul Masters have to do with me? As long as I don't become one, it's fine, right?"
And just like that, his thoughts of running away disappeared completely.
Their drawn-out "tug-of-war" stage continued because of Wang Dong'er. Things too easily obtained are seldom cherished — with this philosophy in mind, she practically turned strategy into romance.
You could say she was using the art of war itself:"When the enemy advances, I retreat; when the enemy halts, I harass; when the enemy retreats, I pursue; when the enemy tires, I strike."
And of course, with a girl's heart, she wasn't even sure if Huo Yuhao truly liked her as a person… or if he just lusted after her body.
So she kept pulling — and pulling.
Wang Dong'er: "I swear I'm really trying to pull away!"
A brilliant golden meteor streaked across the sky, trailing a long tail of light behind it. Alongside it, two faintly glowing figures — one blue, one green — flickered in and out of sight, moving so swiftly that they were nearly invisible to the naked eye.
As the scenery below rushed past, the miasma-covered forest ahead came into view.
Lin Yun had been to the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well many times before, and he knew the way by heart. When his figure descended from the sky and landed within the dual springs, the immortal herbs growing there immediately sensed his arrival. One by one, they seemed to wail in despair.
After all, every time Lin Yun came, he would at least consume or take away a few of them. Now, just the sight of him gave these herbs collective PTSD — none of them dared to move or even breathe loudly, fearing they'd be next on the menu.
But this time, Lin Yun wasn't here to cause trouble. He was here to retrieve his little attendant.
By the icy spring sat a beautiful figure. The spot where the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass once grew now stood empty — the cocoon formed from her transformation into human form had vanished. It was clear who she was.
(Illustration of the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass:Special thanks to Lao Xue for the artwork.)
The girl by the spring noticed Lin Yun's arrival. She rose gracefully, turned toward him, and with a delicate gesture, held her skirt slightly as she curtsied.
"Your Excellency."
Lin Yun blinked at the sight of her and then glanced over at the Snow Empress. Finally, he nodded in satisfaction.
The fake "sister duo": Snow Empress & Ice Empress.The real "sister duo": Snow Empress & Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass!
Just based on her current form, Lin Yun was ready to dub her Little Snow Empress. Whether her strength matched or not didn't matter for now — her looks and aura alone were at least 80% similar to the Snow Empress.
The only difference was that the Snow Empress exuded the majesty of an iceborn sovereign — proud and commanding — while the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass leaned more toward natural elegance, appearing ethereal and pure.
If the Snow Empress could be compared to the ruler of winter itself, then the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass resembled an alpine snow lotus — serene, fresh, and delicate. Compared to the Snow Empress's mature, regal beauty, she looked far more like a younger sister.
Beautiful — truly beautiful.
Her long, icy-blue hair shimmered like carved crystal, cascading down her back. Her clear blue eyes gleamed with innocence and purity, untouched by worldly desire. Her skin was flawless white, and her dress was perhaps her most distinctive feature — the layers of her skirt resembled the tails of koi, blending icy blue and pure white in elegant waves. Despite its complexity, the gown fit her perfectly, accentuating her graceful figure.
Had Lin Yun not known her true form, he might well have mistaken her for a mermaid.
"So this is… your human form?" Lin Yun finally spoke after staring for a long moment, unable to hide a wry smile.
No wonder she chose to transform right after his last visit — she hadn't known what form to take before. Then he brought the Snow Empress along, and the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass must've instantly decided: That's the one!
"Seems like she's your biggest fan, Xue'er — even modeled her transformation after you," Lin Yun teased with a grin.
The Snow Empress didn't get angry at his teasing. Instead, she smiled softly and delivered a perfect counter-question:"So, Your Excellency, do you find me more beautiful… or her imitation of me?"
Excellent — the classic trap question.
Lin Yun was stunned — but only for 0.01 seconds — before replying decisively, "Of course you're more beautiful."
No matter how good the copy, it could never surpass the original. The Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass's human form was stunning, yes, but compared to the real Snow Empress, she still lacked something indescribable.
Then again… Lin Yun suddenly remembered — ten-thousand-year Fierce Beasts that took human form could custom-design their appearances. Theoretically, any beauty could be created to personal taste…
Wait. No! Dangerous thoughts!
He winced, scratching his arm as if to shake off the idea. How rude would that be? Was he supposed to have Di Tian capture every female ten-thousand-year Fierce Beast in the Star Dou Forest just so they could all transform into his ideal type and form a harem?
Impossible! Completely impossible!(This would never happen!)(Di Tian: "Your Excellency… I mean, if you insist, it can be arranged…")
The Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass looked slightly nervous, especially with the Snow Empress herself present. She'd only meant to borrow the Snow Empress's appearance and make a few adjustments.
But the Snow Empress, being a naturally perfect existence, left little room for "improvement." No matter how she tried to modify it, nothing looked better than the original — so she ultimately stuck with the Snow Empress's image.
Fortunately, the Snow Empress didn't seem to mind. She was even smiling and joking with Lin Yun.
"I greet the Snow Empress," said the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass respectfully.
To her, the Snow Empress was an idol — the most revered among all ice-type Fierce Beasts, unmatched in both strength and beauty.
So yes, calling her a fangirl wasn't wrong at all.
Sensing her nervousness, the Snow Empress smiled gently and said, "You needn't worry about borrowing my appearance. Since you serve the same master as I do, I can forgive this small offense."
Yes — offense.
Borrowing another being's appearance, especially that of a superior, was inherently disrespectful. The old Snow Empress would've slapped her into oblivion for it. But now… she saw things differently.
When Lin Yun had first laid eyes on the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass, his gaze had clearly been captivated.
If he looked at her like that… did he also look at me that way?
With the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass now as her "assist," this was a win-win situation!
Good, very good — the rise of the Extreme North was imminent!
"Since you've taken my appearance," said the Snow Empress softly, gently patting the girl's head, "from now on, you shall be my younger sister."
"Elder sister!" the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass exclaimed, her eyes shining with joy.
End of Chapter)
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