This Yingxue Villa is Bai Bing's private territory. Ming Qi discovered numerous hidden formations and barriers, even numerous puppets used for reconnaissance and defense, but no one was active on the mountain. This demonstrates Bai Bing's strict control over his private territory.
Light snowflakes drifted constantly on the mountain, a constant reminder of Bai Bing's magical powers. Even though Baiai City is close to the north, it's still a true northern snowfield, and it's impossible for it to be covered in snow all year round.
It seems Bai Bing truly loves snow; the entire Yingxue Villa is adorned with a snowy hue.
Ming Qi ascended the mountain path, even deliberately slowing his pace. Upon entering Yingxue Villa, he sensed a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making him want to linger a little longer in this environment.
"It seems Bai Bing is a woman who understands romance."
Ming Qi smiled inwardly and leisurely ascended, taking in the scenery.
The mountain path surrounded the area, devoid of houses, only rare trees covered in icy flowers, and occasionally, unknown monsters would be seen passing through.
After walking for about half an hour, Ming Qi finally reached the summit. Suddenly, a majestic palace, like a jade sculpture of ice, appeared before him. A massive, ten-meter-tall ice monument stood majestically, with a line of words carved into it with a sword: "Private Ice Palace. Trespassers will be killed without mercy."
In front of the ice palace lay a vast, spacious grounds, surrounded by a variety of flower beds. The flowers were in full bloom, showing no signs of withering or dying, even in the harsh snow and cold. This proved that the flowers in these gardens were truly extraordinary.
Ming Qi curled his lips, staring at the ice monument for a moment, then stepped into the spacious area in front of the ice palace.
This single building was the only one in the entire Yingxue Villa. It went without saying that it was Bai Bing's residence, and it was clearly devoid of servants or maids.
Ming Qi stood outside the main hall, observing for a long moment, but ultimately decided not to enter.
But it looked like Bai Bing wasn't there?
Ming Qi circled the Ice Palace, finally confirming that Bai Bing was indeed absent, and suddenly felt a little annoyed.
Unconsciously, he arrived at the jade platform in front of the Ice Palace. Suddenly, a flash of ice appeared before Ming Qi, and Bai Bing's voice echoed from within.
"When you come, you can rest in the Ice Palace on your own. There's no need to be restrained. I'll be back in half a month at most, or three to five days at least. I'll have something important to discuss with you then."
Bai Bing's voice was as melodious as a nightingale in a valley, possessing a unique charm.
Since Bai Bing had foreseen this, Ming Qi naturally abandoned the formalities and entered the Ice Palace directly.
The Ice Palace was vast, its architectural layout evoking a rather feminine atmosphere. The predominant colors were white and pink, interspersed with splashes of ice blue. The ice and snow reflected the azure light, making walking through it feel like entering a ethereal, ethereal world.
The Ice Palace was divided into two levels, the inner and outer. Ming Qi guessed that the inner level must be Bai Bing's bedroom, so he couldn't rush in. He simply chose a random room in the outer level to rest for a few days while waiting for Bai Bing's return.
Even then, Ming Qi was still wondering what Bai Bing had asked him to do. From Bai Bing's tone, it was clear she wasn't joking; it was truly important.
However, how could Bai Bing know he had already reached the Martial Emperor realm? If she didn't know, what kind of matter would require the help of a Martial Saint cultivator like him?
After much thought, he couldn't come up with a conclusion, so he simply gave up. After feeding the God-Slaying Idol with his blood, as usual, he sat in meditation in his room. Since Bai Bing said it would take at most half a month, at least three to five days, it should be several days if we compromise. However, this time doesn't seem to be calculated that way. Does anyone know when Bai Bing left these words?
Yingxue Mountain Villa is Bai Bing's private residence. It is usually very quiet and no one comes. Ming Qi stayed in the Ice Palace for five days, spending all of them in cultivation. It must be said that this Ice Palace is indeed a good place for cultivation. The speed of spiritual energy circulation in the world is one or two times faster than outside, and Ming Qi has benefited greatly.
Now that he is in the late stage of Martial Emperor, he will begin preparing to reach the Martial Emperor realm. This process will be very long. Without a great opportunity, it could take ten or even a hundred years.
However, Ming Qi knew clearly that impatience is not allowed in the path of cultivation. Even though his current strength is not strong enough, rushing for a breakthrough will bring irreversible and unknown consequences.
Seeing that Bai Bing still showed no sign of returning, he simply immersed himself in cultivation again.
Nearly twenty days passed in the blink of an eye. The entire Ice Palace was utterly silent, with still no sign of Bai Bing's return. Ming Qi, finally unable to shake his curiosity about the inner realm of the Ice Palace, stepped inside.
Regardless, he shouldn't have entered the inner realm, but he was incredibly bored. He just wanted to leave everything alone. He figured Bai Bing wouldn't blame him even if she knew.
A vast expanse separated the outer and inner realms of the Ice Palace. A strangely constructed flowerbed stretched across it, its exotic flowers and plants intertwined to form a crystalline wall. Spiritual energy flowed through it, clearly indicating a formation.
However, as Ming Qi entered the inner realm, the strange wall merely flashed a few dazzling icy lights, and then fell silent.
"It seems Bai Bing knew I'd come to the inner realm, even opening the formation's restrictions to him."
At this point, Ming Qi felt reassured.
Entering the inner realm, Ming Qi suddenly heard the faint roar of a demonic beast, and wondered if Bai Bing was raising demonic beasts here.
The inner realm twisted and turned, with winding corridors everywhere. As he walked, Ming Qi saw numerous ice chambers housing exotic demonic beasts, including some powerful, great demons.
When Ming Qi reached a small ice chamber, he was immediately captivated by a unique plant inside.
This small ice chamber contained no demonic beasts. In the center of the empty chamber, a blood-red plant, over a foot long, grew, shrouded in a blood-red mist. It looked eerie and magnificent.
A jade plaque hung at the entrance of the ice chamber. Ming Qi took one look at it and was instantly surprised and delighted.
The Blood-Nourishing Divine Tree!
This red plant, over a foot long, was actually the rare Blood-Nourishing Divine Tree!
Ming Qi had heard of the Blood-Nourishing Divine Tree. Like some great demons, this plant was an ancient species. It could absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, transforming it into blood qi to nourish those suffering from blood deficiency. If it fell into the hands of a master of the Blood Dao, it would instantly transform into a terrifyingly powerful divine weapon.
Seeing this Blood-Nourishing Divine Tree, Ming Qi immediately thought of Meng Ling. Wasn't Meng Ling in need of blood qi nourishment?
Once she had sufficient blood qi to nourish her, she would likely awaken again in the near future!
However, Ming Qi had no intention of touching the Blood-Nourishing Divine Tree for now. Even if he wanted it badly, he would at least wait for Bai Bing to return and ask for it.
Reluctantly leaving the small ice room, Ming Qi wandered around until he saw a small, uniquely shaped ice pavilion. It was undoubtedly Bai Bing's bedroom.
Upon entering the pavilion, a faint fragrance filled the air. Despite the icy surroundings, there was no hint of coldness, which surprised Ming Qi.
The attic had three floors. As Ming Qi ascended to the third, he instantly sensed a strange aura. He looked up in surprise. The first thing that caught his eye was an ice-blue jade bed with pink curtains.
But Ming Qi was startled when he saw a person lying on the bed!