Genius in the whole system: The useless young lady dominates the world

The ship slowly sailed into a huge, shimmering lake. The water was so clear that the colorful corals and fish on the bottom could be vaguely seen.

The patriarch of the Jiaolong clan, Ao Qing, pointed to a magnificent crystal palace in front of him and said loudly, "Distinguished guests, this is the territory of the Jiaolong clan—the Azure Wave Palace."

Lu Lingxi stood at the bow of the boat, her gaze calmly sweeping over the surroundings. The lake was frequently patrolled by dragon patrol teams, and the defenses were tight.

She nodded slightly and said to Ao Qing, "Thank you for leading the way, clan leader."

After entering the Azure Wave Palace, Ao Qing hosted a banquet for everyone. After several rounds of drinks, Lu Lingxi put down her wine cup and got straight to the point: "Clan Chief Ao Qing, we have come here to find a way to rescue the Sea Demon Clan's prince, Ling Yu. I wonder if the clan chief has any ideas?"

Ao Qing sighed, his expression grave: "I have also heard about Prince Ling Yu's situation. He was devoured by the power of darkness and his condition is critical. As far as I know, only His Majesty the Dragon Emperor has the ability to purify the power of darkness."

Feng Qingxue frowned slightly: "The Dragon Emperor?"

Ao Qing said in a deep voice, "That's right. However, the Golden Dragon Clan is currently facing internal strife and a great calamity. His Majesty the Dragon Emperor has been imprisoned by the Black Dragon Clan, and the Golden Dragon Clan has been almost completely occupied by the Black Dragon Clan. The Blue Dragon, Silver Dragon, and Purple Dragon Clans have been forced to submit to the Black Dragon Clan due to pressure. Only the Crimson Dragon Clan and the Azure Dragon Clan are still putting up a stubborn resistance, but the situation is not optimistic."

Bai Ze remained silent until he heard that "the Dragon Emperor was imprisoned." His hand holding the wine glass tightened slightly, and a hint of worry flashed in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure, as if nothing had happened.

Lu Lingxi Yao took in Bai Ze's subtle changes and secretly guessed his identity. She continued to ask calmly, "Then how can we see the Dragon Emperor?"

After a moment of contemplation, Ao Qing said, "The Golden Dragon Clan is heavily guarded now, making it extremely difficult to infiltrate. Moreover, the Black Dragon Clan is very powerful, and our Flood Dragon Clan does not dare to easily become their enemy."

"So, does that mean we're completely helpless?" Feng Qingxue asked anxiously.

Lu Lingxi Yao pondered for a moment, a glint of light flashing in her eyes: "Where there's a will, there's a way. Since the Dragon Emperor is imprisoned, we should find a way to rescue him. As long as we rescue the Dragon Emperor, we can not only save Lan Yuan, but also help the Golden Dragon Clan quell the internal strife. It's a win-win situation."

Upon hearing this, Ao Qing's eyes flashed with surprise: "Miss Lu Ling means... to launch a full-scale attack on the Black Dragon Clan?"

“No,” Lu Lingxi shook her head, “A direct attack is not the best strategy. The Black Dragon Clan is powerful, and a head-on confrontation will only result in mutual destruction. We need to devise a meticulous plan, first to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the Black Dragon Clan, and then look for an opportunity to rescue the Dragon Emperor.”

Bai Ze finally spoke up: "Perhaps I can be of help."

Everyone looked at him. Bai Ze smiled faintly and said, "I once stayed in the Dragon Clan and have a good understanding of their internal situation. I can take you to infiltrate the Golden Dragon Clan and find out where the Dragon Emperor is imprisoned."

Lu Lingxi gave Bai Ze a deep look and nodded, saying, "Then I'll leave it to you."

Over the next few days, Bai Ze gave everyone a detailed introduction to the distribution of power among the dragons and the characteristics of the black dragon clan. The black dragon clan revered strength and acted domineeringly, but in reality, they were not united internally. Some black dragons harbored resentment towards the black dragon king who had usurped power, but dared not speak out against it.

“We can take advantage of this,” Lu Lingxi Yao analyzed, “by stirring up internal conflicts within the Black Dragon Clan, making them fight amongst themselves, thereby weakening their power.”

Feng Qingxue was somewhat worried, "But we don't know much about the situation within the Black Dragon Clan. How can we sow discord among them?"

"That depends on Bai Ze." Lu Lingxi Yao looked at Bai Ze meaningfully.

Bai Ze smiled slightly, a sly glint in his eyes: "Don't worry, I already have a plan."

Led by Bai Ze, the group disguised themselves and secretly infiltrated the territory of the Golden Dragon Clan. Along the way, they encountered several Black Dragon patrols, but Bai Ze skillfully thwarted them all.

"It seems you're very familiar with this place," Lu Lingxi said in a low voice.

Bai Ze smiled but didn't say anything.

They arrived at a majestic black palace, which was surrounded by powerful restrictions and heavily guarded.

“This is the Black Dragon King’s palace,” Bai Ze explained. “His Majesty the Dragon Emperor is very likely imprisoned here.”

"Then how do we get in?" Feng Qingxue asked.

Bai Ze smiled mysteriously: "Don't rush, the real show is just beginning."

He took out a black dragon scale from his pocket and threw it into the air. The dragon scale rapidly grew larger in the air, transforming into a giant black dragon that let out a deafening roar. The guards were immediately alarmed and rushed out.

"What's going on?" a burly black dragon guard shouted sternly.

"The Black Dragon King has ordered a meeting of all elders!" Bai Ze said arrogantly, pretending to be one of the Black Dragon King's subordinates.

The guards looked at each other, not daring to be negligent, and hurriedly opened the palace gates to let everyone in. After entering the palace, Lu Lingxi and the others found that it was completely empty.

“Strange,” Bai Ze frowned. “Logically, the elders should all be waiting here.”

Just then, a chilling laugh came from deep within the hall: "Long time no see, Bai Ze."

A man dressed in a black dragon robe emerged from the darkness. He was tall and slender with a cold and stern face. His narrow eyes gleamed with a sinister light, like a beast lurking in the shadows.

"Mo Xuan!" Bai Ze's expression changed. Without a doubt, they had fallen into an ambush.

Mo Xuan was Bai Ze's childhood friend, but they later parted ways due to differences in their ideals.

"Looks like you're still the same as ever, always thinking you're clever." Mo Xuan sneered, his tone full of sarcasm. "You think you can sneak into my territory without anyone knowing? How laughable."

Lu Lingxi watched all this with a cold eye, secretly on guard. She had long felt that this operation was going too smoothly, and now it seemed that it was indeed a trap. She calmly placed her hands behind her back, gathering spiritual power at her fingertips, ready to strike at any moment.

"Mo Xuan, your imprisonment of the Dragon Emperor is an unforgivable crime!" Bai Ze rebuked righteously, trying his best to remain calm. "Today, I will cleanse the Dragon Clan of its corruption!"

"Clean house? You think you can do that?" Mo Xuan laughed wildly, his laughter filled with disdain. "Do you think you're still the brilliant Bai Ze you once were? You're nothing but a stray dog ​​abandoned by the Dragon Clan!"

Bai Ze's face darkened, and a trace of pain flashed in his eyes. Mo Xuan's words touched the deepest scar in his heart. He was once the most dazzling genius of the Dragon Clan, but he was misunderstood by his clansmen for some reason and was eventually expelled from the country.

"Stop talking nonsense!" Feng Qingxue rebuked, stepping forward to stand beside Bai Ze. "Bai Ze is a true hero of the Dragon Clan. One day, he will clear his name and return to the Dragon Clan!"

Feng Qingxue's protection warmed Bai Ze's heart. He looked at her gratefully, and the pain in his eyes gradually faded, replaced by a firm light.

"How deeply affectionate you are," Mo Xuan said sarcastically, "Unfortunately, you will all die here today!"

As soon as she finished speaking, countless soldiers of the Black Dragon Clan suddenly surged out from all around the main hall, surrounding Lu Lingxi and the others. These soldiers were all clad in black armor, wielding sharp weapons, and exuding a murderous aura.

"Looks like we're in for a big fight today." Lu Lingxi's lips curled up slightly, revealing a bloodthirsty smile. What she loved most was this kind of battle where she was outnumbered, allowing her to unleash her power and experience the thrill of combat.

"Xi Yao, be careful," Bai Ze reminded her with concern. He knew that Lu Ling Xi Yao was powerful, but he was also worried that she might get hurt because she underestimated her opponent.

"Don't worry, I'm not the kind of person who underestimates the enemy." Lu Lingxi gave him a confident smile, then her figure flashed, turning into a blur as she rushed into the enemy formation.

With a flick of her wrists, spiritual energy surged, and various elemental forces intertwined at her fingertips, forming a powerful attack that sent the surrounding black dragon soldiers flying one by one.

Feng Qingxue was not to be outdone. She waved her phoenix feather fan, releasing scorching flames that burned away any approaching enemies.

Bai Ze, holding a longsword with dragon patterns, moved like a dragon emerging from the sea, unstoppable.

The battle erupted instantly, the hall filled with the glint of swords and the roar of colliding spiritual energies. Lu Lingxi, Yao, and the others fought their way through the enemy ranks with astonishing strength.

However, the Black Dragon Clan soldiers were numerous and fearless. Even when seriously wounded, they charged forward relentlessly, wave after wave, seemingly without end.

Lu Lingxi and the others gradually felt their strength failing and began to show signs of injury. Just then, Mo Xuan suddenly let out a sharp whistle, and the top of the hall suddenly cracked open, revealing a huge black vortex in the air. A large amount of black mist surged out of it, quickly enveloping the entire hall.

"This is... the power of darkness!" Everyone's expression changed drastically; they were all too familiar with this evil power.

"Hahaha, feel the despair!" Mo Xuan laughed arrogantly. "This is something I've carefully prepared for you, so enjoy it!"

The black mist spread rapidly, enveloping Lu Lingxi and the others. They felt a powerful suction force pulling them towards the center of the vortex.

"Xi Yao!/Yao Yao!" Bai Ze and Feng Qingxue reached out at the same time, trying to grab Lu Ling Xi Yao, but found that their bodies were also unable to move. Lu Ling Xi Yao felt a sudden darkness before her eyes, a strong sense of dizziness washed over her, and her consciousness gradually blurred...