Chapter 184: Spirit and Flesh United

The covenant having been settled, the discussion of migration also gained approval from the tribe's high leadership; the entire Shadow Moon Tribe was immersed in an atmosphere of both apprehension and anticipation for the future.

Night fell again, lights dotted the giant tree, shining in harmony with the countless stars across the sky.

To celebrate the establishment of the covenant, and to entertain Li Qingxuan, this newly appointed master of unfathomable power, Queen Aister ordered a more grandiose and intimate banquet.

This time, only the tribe's core members participated; the venue was the splendid Tree Palace located atop the giant tree where the queen resides.

Within the Tree Palace floated the fragrance of laurel and night-blooming jasmine; soft glowing moss and fireflies provided illumination, creating an alluring, dreamlike atmosphere.

Exquisite fruits, perfectly roasted beast meat, and the elves' secretly brewed, potent "Moonlight Drunk" filled the long tables.

Tonight, Queen Aister took off her majestic royal robes and donned a near‑transparent silver gauze gown that perfectly outlined her breathtaking curves; her silver hair flowed loosely, and her peerless visage gained an added touch of hazy allure in the soft light.

She personally sat beside Li Qingxuan, pouring wine and serving dishes; her bearing lost some of the queen's aloofness and gained a touch of feminine charm.

The three elders Moon Shadow, Star Radiance, and Charming Shadow, together with core members Xila, Ailina and others, kept him company.

After several cups of Moonlight Drunk, the banquet's atmosphere grew ever livelier.

The dark‑night elves, naturally open and passionate, now let loose their hearts; their dance was graceful, their glances flirtatious, openly showing their affection and flattery toward Li Qingxuan.

Charming Shadow Elder, emboldened by wine, almost leaned into Li Qingxuan's embrace, but he subtly avoided her.

Li Qingxuan refused none; he drank cup after cup, his expression remained calm, only his gaze lingered longer on Queen Aister's peerless beauty and graceful figure.

Queen Aister naturally sensed his admiring gaze tinged with a hint of possessiveness; she did not avoid it, but occasionally met his eyes, her silver pupils swirling with a hint of shyness, yet more so with bold response and invitation.

In dark‑night elf culture, a powerful male has the right of first choice, and offering oneself to the strongest—especially the tribe's ruler—is regarded as the utmost honor and can most strongly cement the alliance.

Queen Aister knew that, although the covenant was set, to truly bind the Shadow Moon Tribe closely with Li Qingxuan and Guangtan Fortress, the fusion of bloodlines was undoubtedly the strongest tie.

Moreover, she herself felt a strong liking—and … a desire to conquer—for this powerful, handsome, mysteriously charming human‑race lord.

As the banquet waned, the three elders sensibly led the other elves away, leaving the Tree Palace to Li Qingxuan and Queen Aister.

Moonlight poured through the glazed skylight atop the Tree Palace, as if draping Aister in a veil of holy silver gauze.

She rose, walked to Li Qingxuan, slightly tilted her head to look at him, her voice tinged with the languid huskiness of drink: "My lord, night is deep; let me take you to rest."

Li Qingxuan gazed at her peerless visage within arm's reach, felt the fragrance emanating from her and the mature woman's charm, and his heart stirred involuntarily.

He was no Liu Xiaohui; facing such a peerless beauty who threw herself at him—especially since this could further strengthen their alliance—he had no reason to refuse, public or private.

He reached out and gently encircled Aister's slender yet strong waist.

Queen Aister's body trembled slightly, then relaxed, leaning into his sturdy chest, she lifted her face, closed her eyes, her long lashes quivered, and her red lips parted.

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Queen Aister responded awkwardly yet passionately, her arms wrapping around his neck.

Moonlight like water witnessed the rising temperature within the Tree Palace.

Queen Aister's wheat‑toned skin glowed with healthy luster, forming a striking yet harmonious contrast with Li Qingxuan's slightly fairer but well‑defined physique.

She was like an elf under the moonlight, and under Li Qingxuan's guidance she unleashed her most moving charm.

Li Qingxuan fully enjoyed the body beneath him that could be called a masterpiece of the Creator; his formidable stamina and spiritual power let him completely control the rhythm, delivering wave after wave of intense impact to Queen Aister.

At this moment spirit and flesh were tightly intertwined; power, desire, and emotion were entangled together.

Queen Aister lay languidly on Li Qingxuan's solid chest, her cheeks flushed, the watery light in her silver eyes shimmering with satisfaction and a hint of coquettishness.

She gently stroked Li Qingxuan's firm muscles with her fingertips, her voice soft: "Now… I am not only your subordinate, but also your woman."

Li Qingxuan caressed her silk‑like silver hair, feeling the docility of the jade‑like beauty in his arms, and a sense of satisfaction rose in his heart.

He lowered his head and kissed her smooth forehead, his voice low and firm: "Mm. From now on, you, Aister, and the Shadow Moon Tribe, shall be under my protection."

That night, the moonlight bore witness to the sublimation of the covenant, and also to the union of the two powerhouses.

This intimate bond undoubtedly bound Li Qingxuan and the dark‑night elf tribe more tightly together.

Queen Aister gave her whole body and heart, completely devoted; Li Qingxuan truly regarded this mighty elf force as his forbidden flesh and vital arm‑support.

The next morning, when Li Qingxuan and the radiant, more alluring Queen Aister appeared together before the crowd, all the dark‑night elves understood implicitly, showering them with blessings and more reverent looks.

They knew that the tribe's connection with this mighty lord was now unbreakable.

Xila and Ailina, as advance team members, prepared to follow Li Qingxuan back to Guangtan Fortress to conduct site surveys.

Before departure, Queen Aister personally saw Li Qingxuan to the forest's edge, reluctant to part.

"Please decide the site soon; I and my clansfolk look forward to beginning a new life in our new homeland." Queen Aister whispered, her eyes full of anticipation for the future.

Li Qingxuan nodded, squeezed her hand: "Rest easy, wait for my word."

With Xila and Ailina, Li Qingxuan set out on the return journey.

Having subdued the dark‑night elves and formed an intimate bond with the queen, this trip's gains far exceeded expectations.

The strength and potential of Guangtan Fortress have been greatly enhanced.

Yet he faintly sensed that peaceful days might not last long; a greater storm could be brewing in some unknown corner.

He must return quickly to make preparations.

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