[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship":3,"chapter-grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-42":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Grinding EXP From a Demon Hunting Ship",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1358032,1796,"Chapter 42: Truly Exciting","grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-42",42,"\u003Cp>Deep within Luoyue Mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By a deep, quiet, and secluded pool of exceptionally clear water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Xiyin was in a melancholic mood. She sat upon a green stone, her bare feet spotlessly clean, as she casually cast a line to fish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She recalled the recent arguments in the council hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gentle, silver-haired beauty lowered her eyes and sighed softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the era when she grew up, the Luo Family had been in a period of growth, and the conflict between the direct and branch lines wasn’t so pronounced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The branch families also shed their blood and gave their lives for the family, making immense contributions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, Luo Xiyin’s own foundation as a Talisman Master came from an elder of a branch family, who had imparted his entire life’s experience to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that old Talisman Master was none other than a direct elder of Luo Xin...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was why Luo Xiyin, even when she was in charge of the family, could never bring herself to be ruthless in dealing with internal conflicts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’They are all my family, after all...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Why can’t the family be as united as it used to be?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Xiyin sighed again and again, a bitter feeling in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a flicker of movement caught Luo Xiyin’s eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Someone’s coming?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This quiet spot deep within Luoyue Mountain was rarely visited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was the only one who came here to calm her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’They should leave soon, right?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Xiyin thought for a moment, then formed a hand seal for an Invisibility Skill and blended into her surroundings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Su Ye and Luo Qing’e chatted idly and admired the scenery as they walked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before they knew it, they had entered the depths of Luoyue Mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gazing at the secluded pool, an idea struck Luo Qing’e. She stopped in her tracks and suddenly spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su, there’s something I want to talk to you about...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You want to become the captain of the Sea Crocodile, don’t you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye’s eyes flickered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew the crucial part of this meeting was at hand!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course. I was once a mere mortal, and it was only with the family’s guidance that I was able to set foot on the path of cultivation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now that I have achieved some small success, I naturally wish to contribute to the family!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He started with a declaration of loyalty!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides...\" Su Ye paused, the corners of his lips turning up slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forgive my arrogance, but for the position of the Sea Crocodile’s captain, who else is there but me?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye’s voice was calm, yet exceptionally firm and powerful!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anyone else had said such a thing, Luo Qing’e would have dismissed it as worthless bragging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as she looked into Su Ye’s eyes, which shone as brilliantly as starlight, Luo Qing’e found herself convinced and nodded inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of the Flying Serpent’s return voyages had brought good news for the family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first time, it was precious Gray Ridge Whale meat, which provided the family with a valuable stream of cash.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This allowed the family to cope with the disastrous loss of Fuling Island without being left helpless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The second time, he had thwarted the Shu Family’s plot and brought back crucial information that turned the tide of the war!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And on both occasions, Su Ye had played a vital role and made outstanding contributions!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, Mr. Su, you must understand,\" Luo Qing’e said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The position of a spirit vessel’s captain is of great importance. In the Luo Family, it can usually only be held by a family member.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For an outsider to take command of a spirit vessel, what’s required is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She slowly walked over and drew close to Su Ye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ethereal, clean fragrance of a valley orchid wafted from her, brushing past his nose and refreshing his spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...to join our family through marriage,\" Luo Qing’e whispered in Su Ye’s ear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The direct line of my Luo Family is thin. My younger sister is still young, so the only woman of suitable age is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She took a breath, gently biting her lip as she lowered her bright eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warmth of Su Ye’s scent made Luo Qing’e’s heart tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su, do you find me beautiful?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Breathtakingly so,\" Su Ye replied without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two hearts, filled with mutual affection, were now inches apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling each other’s beat was intoxicating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long moment...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She let out a breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e’s chest heaved, a scarlet blush spreading from her cheeks down her long, slender neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her nervousness, she had forgotten to breathe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She came back to her senses and gave Su Ye a slightly shy glance, tidying the messy strands of hair at her temples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mm... After we marry, our fates will be linked... There are some things I must make clear beforehand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e looked at Su Ye earnestly while smoothing her hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>HUM.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a move of her delicate hand, Luo Qing’e lightly tapped a Jade Pendant at her waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, the aura of her Magical Power surged from the initial fifth level of Qi Refining to the sixth level!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Last year, I already broke through to the sixth level of Qi Refining... The reason I hid it was to keep it as a trump card for myself...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e was showing her sincerity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To be honest, Mr. Su, I have ambitions of reaching Foundation Establishment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My Primordial Yin won’t be affected, but childbirth consumes a great deal of energy. Therefore, I don’t want to have any children before I’m forty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tips of Luo Qing’e’s ears turned red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye was stunned. ’Such a good deal?’ he thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had no particular desire for children; in fact, he found the idea troublesome and didn’t want to have too many vulnerabilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e’s proposal was exactly what he wanted!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My dear Qing’e...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another round of deep affection followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only much later did the two of them leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A good while later, by the side of the pool, the elegant, demure figure of a silver-haired woman slowly materialized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Honestly... So shameless!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Xiyin bit her lip, a little annoyed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had originally planned to stay invisible for a while, assuming Su Ye and his companion would leave on their own and let her continue enjoying the quiet pool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in the end, not only did they not leave...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...they flaunted their affection right in front of her!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’However...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Xiyin twirled a lock of silver hair around her index finger, her eyes thoughtful as she muttered to herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Even though his face is different, the heroic confidence in that young man’s bearing is quite similar to my supremely talented, but tragically deceased, older brother...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pang of sorrow shot through her heart, and her affection for her brother naturally extended to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Xiyin couldn’t help but feel a little protective of Su Ye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’That young man is called Su Ye, wasn’t it?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’As an elder, I should look after him a bit...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Half a month later.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following a grand wedding and the many rituals befitting a family of cultivators, Su Ye and Luo Qing’e were married under the envious gazes of many.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s Mr. Su for you!\" Zhao Li said, his eyes filled with admiration and reverence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What incredible luck! Marrying the eldest daughter of the Luo Family—how many years of struggle does that save you?\" another outsider remarked with envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The groom is so handsome, and he’s already at the Mid-stage Qi Refining at such a young age. If only my husband could be like that...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many of the Luo Family’s women also looked at Luo Qing’e, dressed in magnificent red wedding attire, with a touch of envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amid blessings and celebration, the couple’s wedding was successfully completed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Late that night.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the bridal chamber, adorned with red paper cutouts of the character for \"double happiness,\" the dim yellow candlelight flickered and danced, casting a hazy glow in the darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the candlelight’s glow, the room was filled with a faint, lingering fragrance and an amorous atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A long time later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After their passion had subsided.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A soft moan escaped her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e rested languidly against Su Ye’s chest, her hair damp with sweat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes were sleepy as she hummed lazily through her nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’This Azure Dragon Force is truly a fine Cultivation Technique...’ Su Ye thought to himself as he held Luo Qing’e, gently caressing the beauty in his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye was very satisfied with this marriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Qing’e possessed a Spiritual Root and outstanding beauty. Moreover, their temperaments were compatible and their personalities well-matched. She was truly a rare and excellent partner!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’And... now that we are married, I’m considered a full-fledged member of the Luo Family’s direct line.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’There will be no more issues with my status when it comes to taking command of the Sea Crocodile and serving as its captain!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the third day after the wedding, Su Ye was officially appointed the captain of the Sea Crocodile!\u003C\u002Fp>",1512,"2026-06-05T21:02:39.035Z",1,"novelbin.me","05111c185b3f19424d1780fe4801009ffbd555f56e299b686f604f9f71ab46c5","grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-43","grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-41",236,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fgrinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-cover.jpg"]