Chapter 1502: Let Him Come See Me Himself! Longing!

"Mother, how did you know?"

Yue Ying let out a soft gasp.

She had originally planned to first inquire about the status of the Eternal Core before saying anything.

But she never expected her thoughts to be exposed so directly.

Yong Ge laughed, a smile filled with resignation and indulgence, and a hint of gentle teasing:

"Foolish child, the Beast Hunt Competition is a public livestream open to all human races across the universe.

The images of you being held by Xu Jingming, inseparable in battle, have already spread across countless star regions of my Elven race."

She paused, then shook her head:

"I didn't even need to pay special attention—these past days, countless elders and clan members have already sent me those video clips, asking me, 'Is the Princess getting too close to a human?'"

The Elven race, among all human races in the universe, is also among the top-tier bloodlines.

Especially Yue Ying.

Yue Ying possesses the purest Silver Moon bloodline in nearly a million years.

And her talent is extraordinarily astonishing.

She also holds the title of Princess.

The Elves are inherently extremely proud.

Naturally, they do not wish to see their Princess paired with a human.

Even if this human is a supreme genius.

"Mother, Xu Jingming is not an ordinary person.

His talent, character, and strength far surpass his peers.

Lord Shuangmian has taken him as her personal disciple, and in this Beast Hunt Competition, he saved many lives—including mine."

Yue Ying's cheeks flushed slightly, yet she did not retreat; instead, she lifted her head and spoke earnestly.

Yue Ying's delicate face flushed slightly, but she did not retreat; instead, she lifted her head and said seriously.

Yong Ge nodded, her gaze distant:

"I still trust Lord Shuangmian's judgment.

To be chosen as her personal disciple, this boy must be extraordinary.

As for his performance in the Beast Hunt Competition..."

She lightly tapped her fingertip in the air.

A small light screen appeared, rapidly flashing through several clips.

They were precisely the scenes of Xu Jingming unleashing Lei Guang's World-Annihilating Cannon to clear the battlefield and spearing a Cosmic-tier beast.

Although the news of the Beast Clan Dominators' invasion had been sealed off,

for someone of her caliber, learning the truth was not difficult.

"Xu Jingming is indeed a prodigy of unparalleled brilliance.

To possess such combat power at the Stellar Stage—even in Elven history, he ranks among the absolute top."

Yong Ge closed the screen and turned back to Yue Ying, her tone gradually growing serious:

Yong Ge closed the screen and turned back to Yue Ying, his tone gradually growing serious:

the Eternal Core is a supreme treasure nurtured over a million years by the Life Tree, tied to the very foundation of our clan.

Its ownership is not something I can decide alone."

Yue Ying's heart tightened; she hurriedly said:

"Mother, Lord Shuangmian is willing to exchange it for a top-grade Life Seed, plus her personal goodwill!"

"For me, and even for the entire Elven race, this offer holds little appeal."

Yong Ge shook her head, her expression unmoved:

"Top-grade Life Seeds, though rare, are still obtainable by our clan.

As for Lord Shuangmian's goodwill, its value is unquestionable.

But we already have Lin Ge, the Supreme Dominator—many matters can be handled by her alone.

And the Eternal Core... it is more than just a treasure."

She rose, her dark green robe trailing along the floor.

She walked slowly to the window of the grand hall, gazing at the simulated vast starry expanse of the Virtual Universe:

"It symbolizes the legacy and future of my Elven race.

Throughout history, the Eternal Core has only ever been bestowed upon the clan's most elite, most loyal, and most promising geniuses.

Never... has it been given to an outsider."

Yue Ying stood up and walked behind her mother, her voice tinged with pleading:

"Mother, Xu Jingming is different. He..."

"I know he is different."

Yong Ge turned, her dark green eyes gazing deeply into her daughter's:

"But precisely because he is so different, this matter demands even greater caution."

She reached out, gently cupping Yue Ying's cheeks, her voice tender yet firm:

"Xiao Ying, tell me:

How deeply do you feel for this Xu Jingming?

Is it merely a passing fascination, or something serious?"

Are you just seeking temporary novelty, or are you serious?

The moon shadow trembled slightly.

She met her mother's deep gaze, her gray-stone eyes clear and resolute, without the slightest hesitation:

"Mother, I have chosen him."

The grand hall fell into brief silence.

Yong Ge silently gazed at her daughter, as if peering into the depths of her soul.

After a long while, she slowly lowered her hand, and a faint, complex smile returned to her lips.

"Good."

She spoke only one word, yet it carried countless unspoken thoughts.

"I will submit the conditions of Lord Hearing Ling Shuang and your wishes to the Elders' Council for deliberation."

Yong Ge turned and walked back toward the Wang Zuo, her voice regaining its usual calm authority:

"But whether it passes, I cannot guarantee."

"The Eternal Core... involves too much."

Yue Ying's eyes lit up, and she hurried after her: "Thank you, Mother!"

In the Elven Kingdom, the Elders' Council indeed held immense power.

But as long as Mother, the Sovereign, nods, the matter is nearly settled.

"Don't thank me yet."

Yong Ge sat back on the Wang Zuo and glanced at her:

"Before that, have Xu Jingming come to the Elven Kingdom to meet me."

"Let me see what magic he possesses to make my daughter so infatuated, even willing to beg for the clan's greatest treasure."

"If he satisfies me, this matter can proceed normally."

Yue Ying's cheeks flushed again, and she whispered:

"He... he's truly good. You'll see when you meet him."

"Then arrange a time. Notify me before he comes."

Yong Ge leaned back against the Wang Zuo's chairback, her gaze distant.

"Alright, I'll tell him right away."

Yue Ying nodded lightly, but did not rush to leave.

Instead, she pulled her mother into further conversation.

While Yue Ying went to see the Sovereign, Xu Jingming was not idle—he too entered the Virtual Universe.

But instead of logging into the familiar small house parlor on Yongzhou Island, he entered the Blue Star Villa.

On the living room sofa sat a slender figure clad in a classical black long robe.

Her figure was graceful and alluring; though her sleeves were wide, they could not conceal her curves.

A pair of smooth, slender jade legs shimmered faintly beneath the robe's hem.

Her face was coldly beautiful, her skin like snow.

A tear mole at the corner of her eye added a touch of allure—it was Hearing Ling Shuang.

Hearing Ling Shuang seemed to sense the disturbance; she lifted her eyes and saw Xu Jingming's figure materialize.

Her cold, beautiful eyes instantly brightened with delight: "Jingming, you're back?"

Before her words had fully faded, she flung herself into Xu Jingming's arms.

Pressing her coldly beautiful face against his chest.

"Mm, I'm back," Xu Jingming smiled, wrapping his arms around her.

His palm gently stroked her silken hair, the familiar cool, fragrant scent filling his nostrils.

After a long while, Hearing Ling Shuang released him and smiled:

"I'll go notify the other sisters."

In this Virtual Universe's Blue Star Villa, the sisters had long agreed to take turns on duty.

So that if Xu Jingming returned suddenly, they would know at once.

Hearing Ling Shuang's thoughts shifted slightly, and several messages were sent silently.

In the living room, light and shadow flickered in succession.

Ye Lan, Su Qingli, Aimo Si, Lu Yunji, Song Qiuyun... the women's figures appeared one by one.

Their gazes all fixed on Xu Jingming, their eyes brimming with unrestrained longing and joy.