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

Although retrieving the Phoenix Heart is important, the immediate priority is to quell the internal strife within the Phoenix Clan. Therefore, Lu Lingxi, Yao, and the others proceeded according to the original plan.

They deliberately spread false information, such as the Phoenix Clan discovering an ancient ruin containing a large number of treasures and cultivation resources. This news was like a bomb, causing a huge uproar within the Phoenix Clan.

Meanwhile, Bai Ze and Feng Qingxue were responsible for secretly investigating and collecting evidence against the traitor. Bai Ze disguised himself as an ordinary white bird, flitting through every corner of the Phoenix Clan, using his keen senses to capture any clues. Feng Qingxue, on the other hand, used her position in the Phoenix Clan to gather various intelligence.

"Qingxue, are you sure the information is reliable?" Bai Ze landed on Feng Qingxue's shoulder and asked in a voice only they could hear.

Feng Qingxue gently stroked Bai Ze's feathers, her eyes resolute: "I personally overheard Feng Tianjiao and several elders plotting. They planned to take advantage of the Phoenix Clan's internal strife to seize the Phoenix Emperor's throne, and even colluded with other races."

A cold glint flashed in Bai Ze's eyes as he said in a chilling voice, "Feng Tianjiao, how dare she!"

"Bai Ze, we must tell Yao Yao and the others this news as soon as possible." Feng Qingxue's tone was tinged with anxiety.

Bai Ze nodded and spread his wings, flying towards Wutong Mountain.

Meanwhile, Lu Lingxi and Nalan Rongzhi's plan began to be implemented. They deliberately spread false information, claiming that they had found the entrance to the ancient ruins and were preparing to organize their clansmen to go on an adventure.

As soon as this news came out, the traitors who were lurking in the shadows couldn't hold back any longer and began to secretly gather, preparing to be the first to enter the ruins and seize the treasures inside.

"The fish has finally taken the bait." Lu Lingxi stood atop Wutong Mountain, looking down at everything below, a cold smile curling at the corner of her lips.

Nalan Rongzhi stood beside her, a cold glint flashing in his eyes: "It's time to close the net."

Just then, Bai Ze landed on Lu Lingxi Yao's shoulder and told her about Feng Qingxue's discovery.

Upon hearing Feng Tianjiao's scheme, Lu Lingxi's face instantly darkened. She hadn't expected Feng Tianjiao to be so audacious, not only plotting against the Phoenix Heart but also scheming for the Phoenix Empress's throne.

Now that the Phoenix Heart has been taken away by Feng Tianjiao, she doesn't know if it's still with her. She has a feeling that there are other people behind Feng Tianjiao.

"It seems we need to deal with this trouble first." A hint of murderous intent flashed in Lu Lingxi's eyes.

Nalan Rongzhi held her hand, offering her silent support: "Yaoyao, whatever decision you make, I will support you."

Lu Lingxi took a deep breath, suppressing her anger. She knew that now was not the time to act impulsively. She had to calm down and devise a meticulous plan to capture Feng Tianjiao in one fell swoop.

"Bai Ze, go and inform Chief Fengming immediately, and tell him to prepare." Lu Lingxi Yao instructed.

"Alright!" Bai Ze accepted the order and left.

As Lu Lingxi watched Bai Ze's departing figure, a complex light flashed in her eyes. She knew that this battle would be extremely difficult, but she would not back down; she would fight with all her might.

Just then, Nalan Rongzhi suddenly pulled Lu Lingxi into his arms and held her tightly.

“Yaoyao,” his voice was low and hoarse, “promise me that no matter what happens, you will protect yourself.”

Lu Lingxi raised her head and met Nalan Rongzhi's deep eyes, which were filled with complex emotions: worry, and a deep... fear? Her heart tightened, a warm current surged into her heart, mixed with a trace of unease. This man, who could remain calm even in the face of bloodshed, was now showing such a vulnerable side in front of her.

She nodded gently and whispered in his ear, "You too."

She wrapped her arms around his waist, feeling his strong heartbeat, trying to dispel the chill in his heart with her own body heat. "Tell me, what happened?"

Nalan Rongzhi's lips moved, as if he wanted to say something, but he swallowed it back. He simply held her tighter, and after a long while, he whispered above her head, "It's nothing, it's just... I don't want to lose you."

Lu Lingxi didn't press the matter. She knew that Nalan Rongzhi had his own secrets, and she chose to respect them. But she had a vague feeling that something was about to happen.

They embraced quietly, sycamore petals falling on their hair and shoulders like a thin layer of red snow. This heartwarming scene was tinged with an indescribable solemnity.

A moment later, Nalan Rongzhi released her, took a deep breath, and resumed his usual cold and aloof demeanor. "We should go. The Phoenix Clan is waiting for us."

Lu Lingxi nodded, and the two walked side by side down the mountain...

"Are you sure this will be foolproof?" Nalan Rongzhi's deep voice broke the silence of the mountains.

Lu Lingxi smiled slightly, full of confidence: "How could I let them escape the trap I set? Besides, this is their only chance, and they will definitely go all out."

In the Phoenix Clan's main hall, the Phoenix Clan elders, Bai Ze, and Feng Qingxue had been waiting for a long time. Upon seeing the two descend, Feng Qingxue stepped forward, her tone tinged with anxiety: "How is it? What should we do?"

Lu Lingxi looked around at everyone, her tone calm and firm: "The information we released about the ancient ruins in the Xuanming Abyss has already hooked them. This is our only chance to wipe out those traitors in one fell swoop."

"The Abyss of Xuanming?" Bai Ze frowned slightly. "That's an ancient forbidden area, extremely dangerous. Would they really go there?"

“Of course,” Lu Lingxi Yao’s lips curled into a cold smile, “They would even risk their lives for the so-called ‘ancient divine power,’ let alone a mere Xuanming Abyss?”

A hint of worry flashed in Feng Qingxue's eyes: "But what if they discover this is a trap..."

“No,” Lu Lingxi interrupted her, “I have arranged everything. What they see will only be what they want to see.”

Nalan Rongzhi gently stroked her hair, his tone filled with affection, "However, I'm still a little worried. Let me go with you."

Lu Lingxi shook her head, declining his offer: "You stay here to oversee things; I can handle it on my own."

“But…” Nalan Rongzhi wanted to say something, but was stopped by a look from Lu Lingxi Yao.

"Don't worry, I'll be fine," Lu Lingxi gave him a reassuring smile. "Wait for me to come back."

After saying that, she turned and walked towards the door, her figure disappearing into the night.

Nalan Rongzhi watched her departing figure, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He knew that Lu Lingxi was an extremely independent girl who disliked being protected or restrained.

Lu Lingxi's voice came from afar, "Time waits for no one, act quickly."

Without further hesitation, everyone followed.

The Abyss of the Darkness is a desolate place located in the northwest of the Phoenix Territory. It is shrouded in thick fog all year round, with gusts of cold wind and the howling of ghosts and wolves, making it a terrifying place.

Legend has it that this place was once the battlefield of an ancient war between gods and demons, where countless gods and demons perished. Their resentment lingered and formed this eerie and terrifying forbidden land.

At this moment, outside the Xuanming Abyss, a group of people were gathered. The leader was a woman dressed in purple. She was tall and beautiful, with a fierce look between her brows. She was none other than Feng Tianjiao, the traitor of the Phoenix Clan.

"Is everything ready?" Feng Tianjiao looked around at everyone, her tone icy.

"We're ready, just waiting for your command, Miss."

Feng Tianjiao nodded in satisfaction, a greedy glint in her eyes: "This time, we must obtain the ancient divine power and completely crush the Phoenix Clan under our feet!"

"Tread on them! Tread on them!" the crowd shouted in unison, their momentum unstoppable.

Feng Tianjiao curled her lips into a cold smile, raised the token in her hand, and shouted loudly, "Let's go!"

The crowd surged forward, rushing toward the entrance to the Abyss of the Dark Underworld.

However, just as they were about to enter the entrance, something unexpected happened!

Rumble!

A sudden earthquake shook the ground, and the ground cracked open, with countless vines emerging from the earth and tightly binding everyone.

"Ah! What the hell is this thing?"

"Help!"

Screams rose and fell, and the once-arrogant traitors were instantly thrown into chaos.

At this moment, a clear, cold voice descended from the sky: "Feng Tianjiao, long time no see."

Everyone looked up and saw a woman in white standing in mid-air, her clothes fluttering, like a goddess descending from the heavens. Her beauty was unparalleled, but her brows held a hint of cold arrogance, exuding an aura of dominance over the world.

Feng Tianjiao's expression changed drastically. Her confident smile froze instantly. She gritted her teeth and said, "Lu Lingxi Yao! How dare you show up alone? You're practically courting death!"

Lu Lingxi's lips curled up slightly, revealing a mocking smile: "You rabble like you think you can take my life? You're overestimating yourselves!"

Before she finished speaking, she gently waved her slender hand, and six beams of light flashed, instantly bringing six spirit beasts of different shapes to her side.

A mutated Gale Wolf, pure white and enormous, surrounded by wind and fire elemental powers, transformed into a beautifully crafted little boy. He called out in a childish voice, "Master, let me tear them apart first!"

A blood-red demonic vine, its tendrils swaying like bloodthirsty serpents, transformed into a sinister-looking youth. He licked his lips and said in a sinister tone, "It's been a long time since I've tasted fresh blood. Today I can have a feast."

A tiger, entirely black and exuding a terrifying aura, with a pair of small wings, transformed into a cold-faced youth with bloodthirsty glints in his eyes.

A nine-tailed fox with seven-colored fur and nine gracefully swaying tails transformed into a handsome man. He smiled slightly, exuding charm: "Master, do you need me to seduce them?"

A massive spirit beast, carrying a huge tortoise shell on its back, transformed into a handsome man. He said in a deep voice, "Master, I will protect your safety."

Finally, a bead that was entirely black and exuded a mysterious aura transformed into a cute little boy. He blinked his big eyes and curiously looked around at everything.

Five spirit beasts and a magic weapon, their imposing aura and murderous intent frightened the traitors into retreating, their faces pale. It was the first time they had ever seen someone who could contract so many spirit beasts, and at such a high level.

Seeing this, Feng Tianjiao suppressed her fear and shouted sharply, "Don't be afraid! Even if she has a spirit beast, there are so many of us, are we afraid of her? Let's attack together and kill her!"

Incited by Feng Tianjiao, the traitors were once again filled with fighting spirit and unleashed their magical weapons to attack Lu Lingxi Yao.

Lu Lingxi snorted coldly, a hint of disdain flashing in her eyes. She raised her jade hand lightly, and powerful spiritual energy surged from her body, instantly freezing the surrounding air.

"Unbelievable!"

Lu Lingxi's voice was as if it came from the deepest hell, icy and chilling. Her figure flashed, and she moved through the crowd like a ghost. Wherever she passed, screams of agony followed.

The Phantom Moon transformed into a white lightning bolt, weaving through the crowd, its sharp claws tearing through the flesh of its enemies. The Phantom's vines coiled around its foes like venomous snakes, sucking their life essence. The Netherworld roared deafeningly, its terrifying sonic waves shattering the internal organs of its enemies. The Nine-Tailed Fox cast a bewitching spell, causing its enemies to turn on each other. The Xuanwu's massive body shielded Lu Lingxi Yao from the attacks, while the Dark Moon unleashed powerful dark spiritual energy, corroding the bodies of its enemies.