DD Black White [240-241] (Patreon)

Chapter 240: Big and Small

Skirk had full confidence in Bai Xiuxiu.

After all, Bai Xiuxiu was a hundred-thousand-year soul beast in human form, and she had also refined the Shark Pearl of the Demon Soul Great White Shark King—a fierce beast—giving her an incredibly robust foundation and extraordinary talent.

On top of that, she was an extremely rare ice-attribute mutant soul beast. Now, in human form, she possessed a mutated ice-attribute martial soul, making her perfectly suited to learn Skirk's martial techniques. After all, Skirk herself was also skilled at using ice elements in combat.

"Yes, Teacher! I'll work hard!" Bai Xiuxiu clenched her small fist, her eyes brimming with determination.

As for why she called Skirk "Teacher," it was because, as a child, her mother had told her human stories where this was how things developed. In her understanding, anyone who taught her skills was a teacher.

"Let's put some clothes on first!"

Skirk didn't mind Bai Xiuxiu's form of address. Having another disciple was just an amusing novelty to her.

Still, seeing the little loli standing stark naked in front of her, Skirk couldn't help but twitch at the corner of her eye.

"Ah!" Only now did Bai Xiuxiu realize, after transforming, she wasn't wearing anything at all.

Even though she was a soul beast, Bai Xiuxiu had developed intelligence early on and had always yearned for human society, so she naturally shared their sense of shame.

Fortunately, there were no other living beings around, only Skirk. Otherwise, she might have fainted again from embarrassment.

"We need to leave—the sea isn't suitable for your growth. Let's go to the Douluo Continent!"

As Skirk spoke, she gathered purple energy to conjure a temporary set of clothes for Bai Xiuxiu.

Then, extending her left hand, she waved gently, and a purple-black spatial vortex slowly opened before them, radiating spatial fluctuations.

"Off you go!"

With Bai Xiuxiu still dazed and confused, Skirk decisively grabbed her shoulder and tossed her directly into the spatial vortex.

"Ah!"

A panicked scream echoed as Bai Xiuxiu's figure instantly vanished into the vortex.

Skirk clapped her hands, satisfied. She felt her actions were still as smooth as ever, the feel just right. Without hesitation, she followed Bai Xiuxiu into the vortex.

…

In Haiyuan City, Lu Jingming, the mastermind behind the Holy Grail War, was closely monitoring the situation.

Just moments ago, he'd received feedback from the Holy Grail: someone had become a Master and swiftly summoned a Servant.

"So fast? Skirk, you've got some real luck!"

Lu Jingming looked at the virtual screen before him, which displayed detailed information. He couldn't help but be surprised.

He had only just asked Herta to successfully inscribe the Holy Grail rules into the planet, and the announcement about the Holy Grail War had barely just gone out. He didn't expect the first Master chosen by the planet to show up so soon!

"Bai Xiuxiu, huh? The fourth-generation female lead—not bad."

Watching the memory visuals collected from the leylines, Lu Jingming nodded slightly at the image of the little loli with sky-blue hair, not at all surprised by the outcome.

"I didn't expect you to have such perverted tastes!"

Herta crossed her arms, face full of disdain as she glared unceremoniously at Lu Jingming.

At that moment in the memory projection, Bai Xiuxiu was newly transformed and completely naked.

"It's not my fault! She didn't put on clothes herself. Besides, she's just a little loli—no chest, no butt, not even as good as you. What's there to see?"

Lu Jingming shrugged helplessly, looking innocent.

He genuinely felt wronged. The memory visual from the leylines had suddenly displayed this scene; he hadn't known in advance, and by the time it appeared, it was too late to dodge.

"What do you mean 'not even as good as me'? Are you saying I'm small?"

Herta instantly caught the key point, her gaze turning sharp as she glared fiercely at Lu Jingming.

Lu Jingming subconsciously glanced at Herta's chest: assessment complete, no padding, about little apple grade.

"Your look is very rude. I'm really annoyed—can I punch you?"

Herta clenched her fist in anger, her purple-painted nails digging into her palm. It was clear from her expression she was truly angry this time.

"Actually, small has its own benefits. The feel should be quite nice, too."

Lu Jingming, oblivious to the approaching danger, continued to joke, even making a squeezing gesture.

"Go die!"

Herta's expression turned icy. She pointed at Lu Jingming, and in an instant, the space around them shattered like a giant mirror. Off guard, Lu Jingming was instantly thrown into a spatial rift.

Above Haiyuan City, a jet-black crack flashed and vanished, followed by a meteor-like figure crashing straight into the center of the city, slamming into a tall building.

With the sounds of shattering glass and collapsing walls, a squad of Golden Guards rushed upstairs.

They were the guards for this building, which was no ordinary place. Named Moon Sea Tower, it had been converted from the old City Lord's Mansion and was now the political core of Haiyuan City.

Everyone working in Moon Sea Tower held significant status—each was an important, respected figure in Haiyuan City, and among them was even one of the city's future mistresses.

No wonder the Golden Guards were so nervous; any mistake here was something they could not afford.

"No worries. You all stand guard outside. Just have someone come repair things later."

Before the Golden Guards could get upstairs, Keqing appeared before them, speaking calmly.

"Yes, Lady Keqing!" The leader, a Soul Sage-level Golden Guard captain, immediately saluted respectfully.

Lady Keqing was not only the core figure in charge of land management and construction in Haiyuan City, but also one of the newly established Fatui Harbingers, even if she didn't seem too willing to take the post.

According to local rumors, she was extremely close to the City Lord and might well become one of the city's future mistresses—someone the guards absolutely could not afford to offend.

The captain led the guards away, behaving impeccably.

With the guards gone, Keqing turned back to her office.

The office was a mess: shattered glass everywhere, furniture smashed to bits by a certain someone's impact.

"So, you pissed off Lady Herta? To get her to actually attack you, you have real skill!"

Keqing leaned against the door, eyeing Lu Jingming, who was dusting himself off.

This was why she had sent the guards away—if they saw their respected City Lord in such a sorry state, their illusions would be shattered.

To maintain Lu Jingming's authority in the eyes of others, Keqing made sure nobody else saw this scene.

"I guess so, but I didn't lie! Small has its benefits, I swear I like both!"

Lu Jingming looked helpless.

He genuinely thought small had its own charm—at least it fit in one hand, and he could accept that!

Keqing instantly understood his meaning, glancing at her own chest before sneering, "I think Lady Herta went too easy on you!"

"Keqing, I haven't seen you in a while. Haiyuan City is changing every day now, thanks to all of you. I could never have done this alone."

Lu Jingming straightened his clothes—he wasn't actually injured; Herta would never really hurt him.

Standing by the broken window and looking over Haiyuan City, he was genuinely moved by how much the city had changed in both area and architecture.

Honestly, he could never have managed Haiyuan City this well by himself.

Specialization mattered, and he wasn't good at administration. Luckily, he had talented people like Keqing and Changli.

Compared to the time of the Soul Master Tournament, Haiyuan City was unrecognizable.

The city's area had expanded several times; skyscrapers lined the streets.

All sorts of advanced vehicles moved through the city, and communication devices were everywhere.

Especially the mobile phones, capable of long-distance calls, were now widely used in Haiyuan.

With all the black technology from Herta, building an information network across the Douluo Continent was easy.

Now, in some ways, Haiyuan City was even more advanced than the modern cities in Lu Jingming's memory.

Thanks to Herta's futuristic tech, Haiyuan was developing at lightning speed, with its influence spreading across the continent.

At least, the surrounding cities had begun actively adopting the latest soul tool technology.

With Xu Jiawei's secret efforts, even the stubborn old nobles had to compromise and accept these new things.

"Enough about that. Tell me, how did a Liyue Qixing like me end up as a Fatui Harbinger? What's your game?"

Keqing stepped forward, pinning Lu Jingming to the wall with one hand.

Lu Jingming caught a whiff of her gentle fragrance and was surprised: he hadn't realized Keqing was so well-endowed—at least a solid B+, much bigger than Herta!

Chapter 241: To Go In or Not

Keqing had Lu Jingming pressed to the wall, not noticing where his eyes were. She gritted her teeth: "First I somehow get the title of Fatui Harbinger, then command of a unit whose equipment, uniforms, and even name are identical to the Fatui in my world—I could just electrocute you! As a Liyue Qixing, I don't like the Fatui at all. Are you messing with me?"

"Keqing, calm down. This Fatui isn't the same as your world's. It's just a name. Haiyuan City really does lack suitable people for Harbinger right now. I just want you to hold the position for a while."

Lu Jingming quickly explained, watching Keqing's chest rise and fall with anger.

He couldn't admit there was a bit of personal amusement in his arrangements.

Not just Keqing, but Ningguang, Ganyu, and Yae Miko had all gotten stuck as Fatui Harbingers.

So, there was no way he'd admit it was just for fun, or else he'd face a scene worse than a Shura field.

"Whatever. Find someone else soon. I don't want everyone calling me Fatui Harbinger—just thinking about it makes me uncomfortable. Can't you use my Liyue Qixing title for my job?"

Keqing looked helpless.

She knew the city's rapid growth meant there was a huge need for capable people, and she was already juggling many roles. She couldn't really blame Lu Jingming for the arrangement.

Being a Harbinger wasn't a random job—it meant real power: commanding a strong unit and high-level soul tools. Only someone trustworthy and highly capable could handle it.

That's why, even if she disliked it, she reluctantly accepted the post.

"I knew you were the best, Keqing!" Lu Jingming's tone softened, guilt welling up.

He admitted there was a bit of mischief in his plans, but mostly he had no other choice.

Though many people had joined Haiyuan City, only a few like Ye Wuqing were truly trustworthy—and they hadn't matured yet.

Everything needed time to develop.

As Ye Guyi, Lan Susu, and Lan Luoluo twins grew up, the pressure on Keqing and the others would ease.

Haiyuan was developing so fast that it was desperate for talent, leaving Keqing and her peers constantly overwhelmed.

Slowing down would ease the burden, but neither Lu Jingming nor the city could accept that.

Thankfully, things were still manageable and hadn't reached a breaking point. Before long, everything would improve.

"Keqing, thank you for your hard work."

Lu Jingming spoke with rare gentleness, softly cupping Keqing's cheek, his eyes full of affection.

Feeling his touch and warmth, Keqing's heart trembled, overwhelmed by a surge of emotion.

At that moment, all her hard work felt beautifully rewarded.

On impulse, Keqing slowly closed her eyes.

Lu Jingming immediately understood, drawing her into his arms and finding her lips with his own. The kiss started gentle, but soon deepened, passion rising between them. His hand slid lower, caressing her curves with unspoken admiration.

Just as he'd guessed, Keqing's figure was as alluring as he had imagined—she might not match Changli or Ningguang, but among all the summoned girls, she was still exceptional.

A sudden touch made Keqing gasp, her eyes flying open in a mixture of surprise and indignation. But Lu Jingming's lips and tongue left her no room to protest, her only resistance shining in her eyes.

Oblivious, Lu Jingming pressed her gently against the wall, raising her hands above her head and holding them firmly.

Keqing, unable to break free, could only close her eyes again, surrendering to his embrace.

Suddenly, she felt him pulling off her black stockings. Alarmed, she struggled, finally breaking free enough to speak.

"No, we can't!" Keqing gasped, her voice trembling with urgency.

The time was wrong, the place unsuitable, and most importantly, Lu Jingming was still underage—everyone's unspoken bottom line.

She couldn't break that boundary; how could she face the other girls otherwise?

Even Zhang Lexuan, his official fiancée, had never crossed that line.

So, no matter what, Keqing firmly refused at the final step.

Lu Jingming was a bit frustrated. He'd gotten carried away, but since Keqing was unwilling, he would never force her.

"Then… I won't go in!"

As Lu Jingming transported them to Keqing's room with a flash of spatial energy, the air crackled with tension and desire. They materialized beside her ornate four-poster bed, its silken purple sheets beckoning invitingly.

Keqing's breath caught in her throat as she gazed up at Lu Jingming, her violet eyes dark with longing. "We shouldn't..." she whispered, but her body betrayed her words as she pressed closer to him.

Lu Jingming's control snapped. With a low growl, he captured her lips in a searing kiss, one hand tangling in her long violet hair while the other gripped her waist. Keqing melted against him, returning the kiss with equal fervor.

Their tongues danced as eager hands roamed, mapping out curves and planes. Lu Jingming trailed kisses along Keqing's jaw to her neck, drawing a breathy moan from her lips. "Jingming..." she gasped, tilting her head to give him better access.

He nipped and sucked at the sensitive skin, leaving a trail of marks that would be hidden by her high collar. Keqing's fingers clutched his shoulders, nails digging in slightly as pleasure coursed through her.

With trembling hands, Keqing began unfastening Lu Jingming's robes. He shrugged them off eagerly, revealing his toned chest. Keqing ran her hands over the firm muscles, relishing the way they jumped beneath her touch.

Lu Jingming's fingers found the clasps of Keqing's elaborate outfit. He paused, meeting her gaze. "Is this okay?" he asked huskily.

Keqing bit her lip, then nodded. "Yes," she breathed. "Please..."

Slowly, reverently, Lu Jingming began to undress her. Each inch of creamy skin revealed drew a soft gasp from his lips. When she stood before him in just her delicate undergarments, he stepped back to take in the sight.

"You're so beautiful," he murmured in awe.

A blush spread across Keqing's cheeks and chest. "You're not so bad yourself," she replied with a coy smile, reaching for the tie of his pants.

Soon they were both down to their underwear, drinking in the sight of each other. Lu Jingming's eyes roamed hungrily over Keqing's curves, while she admired the defined muscles of his abdomen and arms.

Unable to resist any longer, Lu Jingming pulled Keqing flush against him. They both gasped at the sensation of skin on skin. His mouth found hers again in a passionate kiss as he backed her toward the bed.

Keqing's legs hit the edge and she tumbled backward, pulling Lu Jingming down with her. He braced himself on his forearms, hovering over her as he peppered her face and neck with kisses.

Keqing's hands explored his back, tracing the lines of muscle. When Lu Jingming suckled a particularly sensitive spot behind her ear, her hips bucked up instinctively. They both moaned at the friction.

Lu Jingming began working his way down her body, lavishing attention on every inch of skin. He nuzzled the swell of her breasts, inhaling her intoxicating scent. His tongue darted out to trace along the edge of her bra, making her squirm.

"Jingming, please," Keqing whimpered, arching into his touch.

He smirked against her skin. "Please what, my lady?" he teased.

"Touch me," she gasped. "I need to feel you."

Lu Jingming was all too happy to oblige. His hands caressed her sides, thumbs brushing the undersides of her breasts. Keqing's breath hitched as he cupped them fully, kneading gently through the thin fabric of her bra.

Her own hands weren't idle—they roamed over his chest and abs, nails lightly scraping his skin. When she brushed against the waistband of his underwear, Lu Jingming's hips jerked.

Their eyes met, both dark with lust. Without breaking eye contact, Keqing slowly slid her hand lower. Lu Jingming's breath caught as she palmed him through the thin fabric.

"Keqing," he groaned, dropping his forehead to her shoulder.

She stroked him teasingly, relishing the way he twitched and pulsed beneath her touch. Lu Jingming's breath came in ragged pants against her neck.

Not to be outdone, he slipped a hand between her thighs. Keqing gasped and spread her legs wider, granting him better access. Even through her underwear, he could feel how wet she was.

Lu Jingming's fingers danced along her slit, applying just enough pressure to drive her wild. Keqing's hips rocked against his hand, seeking more friction.

"You're so responsive," Lu Jingming murmured in wonder. "So beautiful like this."

Keqing flushed at the praise, turning her head to capture his lips once more. As they kissed deeply, their hands continued to explore and tease.

Lu Jingming ground his hips down, creating delicious friction. They both moaned at the sensation. "If we don't stop soon..." he panted.

Keqing nodded in understanding. They had already pushed the boundaries further than intended. With great reluctance, Lu Jingming rolled to the side.

They lay facing each other, breathing heavily. Lu Jingming reached out to tuck a strand of hair behind Keqing's ear. "That was..."

"Amazing," Keqing finished with a shy smile.

Lu Jingming grinned. "Yeah. Definitely amazing." He leaned in for a soft, sweet kiss. "Thank you for trusting me."

Keqing snuggled closer, resting her head on his chest. "Always," she murmured.

As their breathing slowed and their heart rates returned to normal, a comfortable silence fell over them. They basked in the afterglow, trading lazy kisses and gentle caresses.

Though they hadn't crossed that final line, the intimacy they'd shared felt profound. A deeper bond had formed between them, built on trust and mutual desire.

…

As Key of Infinity's owner, Herta immediately sensed someone using its spatial authority.

And aside from herself, only Lu Jingming could do so.

When she saw the destination was Keqing's room, she narrowed her eyes and sneered, "Men!"

Still, compared to Lu Jingming's private life, what she cared more about was blowing open the black hole.

She was also deeply interested in the world's highest energy—chaos power.

Since Lu Jingming had no objections, she'd already contacted the Six Divine Realms, and everything was set for helping them blast open the black hole.

Her plan was to use Key of Infinity's authority to overlay the coordinates of a distant star with the black hole, then detonate the star, using its explosion to open a passage through the black hole.

A single star's explosion couldn't destroy the black hole, but all she needed was a passage, not destruction.

….

The Demon Empress, having wiped out the Demon Soul Great White Shark clan and been wounded by the Sea God's power, also ran into serious trouble at sea.

Thousands of soul tool warships surrounded the Demon Empress like steel beasts.

Each ship was manned by soul masters and artificers, ready for battle.

Aboard the flagship, a young man with long blue hair held a sea-blue helmet.

Divine power surged from the helmet, locking onto the Demon Empress like an invisible rope.

"Deep Sea Demon Whale! No wonder the Sea God Helmet reacted so strongly!"

Seeing the Demon Empress's massive form, Chen Huijie, the current Sea God Clan leader and this generation's Sea God Douluo, grew solemn.

As descendants of the original Sea God Poseidon, their clan had long lived on Sea God Island.

Only after Tang San, the new Sea God, succeeded did they choose to retire from public life.

Even so, their faith in the Sea God never wavered, and Tang San had specially left behind the Sea God Helmet as a family heirloom.

Four thousand years ago, when the Sun-Moon Continent collided with Douluo and the Sun-Moon Empire waged war on the three great empires, the Sea God Clan had considered coming forward to suppress the Sun-Moon Empire.

But at that time, they received Tang San's divine edict.

In it, Tang San explicitly told them not to intervene in the continent's conflict, as it would benefit Douluo.

Thus, the Sea God Clan stood down and did not appear in that era.

But just days ago, the long-silent Sea God Helmet suddenly reacted.

As the current Sea God Douluo, Chen Huijie also sensed something unusual in the sea.

His martial soul was the sea itself, and as an Ultimate Douluo, his bloodline was purely Sea God.

In the ocean, his combat power was no less than half-god level.

With the Sea God Helmet in hand, Chen Huijie was confident that aside from actual gods, he had no equals at sea.

Every generation of clan leader was an Ultimate Douluo, each inheriting the Sea God Helmet.

That's why, four thousand years ago, the clan leader boasted they could suppress the Sun-Moon Empire—they really did have the power.

If not for Tang San's edict, the Sea God Clan's glory might have overshadowed even Shrek Academy's in that era.