The four of them entered the small space together.
Currently, the Enlightenment Tea was still close to two meters tall, but it was densely covered with leaves.
Zhang Xiaoli said, "I've counted carefully, there are a total of 638 leaves here."
Kong Qingshu exclaimed, "The Enlightenment Tea that Sister An Qian cultivated is truly a heaven-defying treasure. This represents over six hundred peerless masters."
An Qian, however, looked at Qin Shilei with a half-smile, "I dare not take all the credit for this. If it weren't for my husband's miraculous touch, even if I had drawn this Enlightenment Tea, we probably wouldn't have been able to drink it within a year."
"Hehe," Qin Shilei chuckled, "As your husband, of course, I must have some extraordinary skills."
He paused and then said, "We also need to slowly use these Enlightenment Teas. Only when they become everyone's strength will it be a true treasure."
The group then discussed how to utilize these Enlightenment Teas to strengthen the Qin An King's Mansion.
First, continue to exchange for top-tier treasures with others.
Second, publish more high-merit tasks, allowing everyone to accumulate enough merit more quickly to exchange for Enlightenment Tea.
Third, prepare to establish a special operations unit, not necessarily large in number, with loyalty as the primary requirement.
In fact, the third point had been on Qin Shilei's mind since the battle in Junhai City against the Tang family, and he had begun training relevant members after returning from Junhai City.
As Qin Shilei spoke, his hands became restless, causing the three women to giggle.
"Brother Qin, let's go swimming," Zhang Xiaoli suddenly suggested.
"Alright, then hurry back and change into your swimsuits," Qin Shilei naturally agreed wholeheartedly.
However, when the three women emerged after changing, Qin Shilei was completely stunned.
What appeared were An Qian and two identical Kong Qingshus.
The Kong Qingshu on the left giggled, "Shilei, today we'll play a game of true and false Kong Qingshu. Guess right and you win a prize."
The Kong Qingshu on the right also giggled, "Guess wrong, and we'll confiscate this formless mask, lest you use it for mischief."
Qin Shilei instantly used his Purple Breaking Illusions Eyes to look at both of them but could not discern their true identities.
The Formless Mask truly lived up to its Orange-grade treasure status; it was impossible to see through even with the Purple Breaking Illusions Eyes.
Perhaps fearing that habitual actions would give them away, the two Kong Qingshus made no extraneous movements, merely smiling at Qin Shilei.
"Little ones, I still can't handle you?"
Qin Shilei curled his lips and extended his agile hands towards the two women.
"Hehe, stop it, it tickles." The Kong Qingshu on the left couldn't help but laugh first.
"You are Xiaoli," Qin Shilei stated with great certainty, pointing to the Kong Qingshu on the left.
"That doesn't count. Let's play again. You're not allowed to touch, only use your eyes," Zhang Xiaoli protested quickly.
After speaking, she pulled An Qian and they re-entered the bamboo house behind them.
Soon, two identical An Qians walked out.
"Husband, tonight let us twin sisters serve you together."
The two An Qians said in unison.
Qin Shilei was stunned for a moment, then suddenly wrapped his arms around both women and rushed into the bamboo house.
Kong Qingshu, standing by, gave a wry smile and also walked into the bamboo house.
"Stop! You have to guess correctly first before we serve you together, otherwise, you're not allowed on our bed."
"What's so difficult about that? You are An Qian."
"How did you know?"
"Yeah, An Qian even specifically learned to talk like me."
"Haha, your husband has a pair of golden crystal fiery eyes. How can such trivial tricks escape me?"
"Don't play coy, tell me quickly."
"Although the Formless Masks make you look identical, and you've each intentionally imitated the other's speech, there are still subtle differences in your movements and expressions."
"Stop. Let Xiaoli take off the mask first, it looks a bit awkward this way."
"Hehe, this is quite good. Let me properly explore if the Formless Mask can truly transform someone from the inside out."
"Bad guy, I think you're thinking about the pleasure of twins."
"Hehe, this Formless Mask is quite good too. It can occasionally add a bit of spice to our relationship."
Several hours later, the four of them lay on a large bed.
"Wives, it's not impossible that a divine artifact similar to the Formless Mask will appear again in the future. We should agree on a code word between us husband and wife, so as to prevent outsiders from taking advantage."
"Although we can also recognize you, husband, from certain habitual actions, agreeing on a code word is still a good idea."
"Then from now on, when we are intimate, you must first say 'the belt loosens and I still have no regrets,' and I will respond with 'pining for her until I am worn and haggard.'"
"Okay, then if you are also not very sure of our identities, you will also say this code word?"
"Hehe, Sister Qingshu, you worry for nothing. I'm sure my husband would be more than happy for someone to impersonate us. He would definitely pretend to be oblivious to such a good opportunity that comes to him, and devour the person completely."
"Don't talk nonsense, am I that kind of person? Men also need to protect themselves when they are out and about!"
As they chatted, they drifted off to sleep.
What Qin Shilei didn't anticipate was that the code word they agreed upon on a whim that night would, in the not-too-distant future, shatter a devilish plot.
The next day, the sun was high in the sky.
Qin Shilei was awakened by the sound of the sound transmission talisman placed on the bedside table.
Inputting his elemental energy, Shen Feixue's voice came from within, "My King, according to scout reports, Budolong is about to attack our Aya City. Should we counterattack and capture their city?"
"Ignorant fool," Qin Shilei said coldly, "Don't be in a hurry to act. I will send the Dark Night to assist you."
After lunch, Qin Shilei headed towards the special operations unit's camp.
This special operations unit was named Dark Night.
The current members of Dark Night numbered only five hundred.
Their commander was Qin Shilei's former adjutant, Mu Zhiping.
One-third of the team were warriors, one-third were espers, and one-third were archers and various individuals with special skills.
These individuals were not only chosen from honest people, but Qin Shilei had also specifically invited experts to continuously provide them with ideological education, strengthening their loyalty to themselves and the Qin An King's Mansion.
Currently, the cultivation of these individuals had reached the level of Silver eight or nine stars.
Once they all drank the Enlightenment Tea, they would undoubtedly become a powerful force that could deter Blue Star in Qin Shilei's hands.
As Qin Shilei walked into the camp, Mu Zhiping immediately ordered his subordinates, "Salute!"
The five hundred members snapped to attention and executed a standard military salute.
Qin Shilei scanned the crowd and said, "You are the elite chosen from millions, and you have been nurtured by the vast resources of the Qin An King's Mansion. Now is the time to test your cultivation results. Whoever completes the mission more outstandingly will receive a piece of Enlightenment Tea from me as a reward."
Upon hearing this, everyone's faces lit up with excitement.
They shouted in unison, "We will definitely complete the mission!"