In the CCTV livestream.

“Effective!”

Xiao Sa’s eyes lit up as he saw the Rock Giant’s pained expression after Ning Yi’s strike. He slapped his forehead regretfully, “How could I forget Ning Yi has Water Control?”

Then, his tone grew excited, “And clearly, the Rock Giant fears water—that’s its weakness!”

The situation instantly brightened, victory shining for Kyushu.

“I told you, Ning Yi has this in the bag!”

Ma Fanshu clenched her fists.

Meanwhile, after landing his hit, Ning Yi didn’t stop.

With a thought, water surged like a massive blue serpent, binding the Rock Giant tightly.

But water is fluid—tying an enemy like a rope was impossible.

At least, for Ning Yi right now.

“Roar!”

The Rock Giant bellowed, thrusting its arms apart and breaking free.

It swung a massive punch at Ning Yi.

At first, Ning Yi was puzzled—the distance was too great, no way it could hit him.

But the next instant…

“Shit!”

Ning Yi’s face changed and he dodged with all his strength.

Boom!

The ground where he had stood was smashed by a boulder larger than his entire body.

Yes—the Rock Giant had hurled its own fist.

Who knew it could do that?

If he hadn’t reacted in time, even a glancing blow would have shattered ribs, maybe even crippled him.

No wonder.

The Golden Finger’s warning about injury risk if he fought alone.

Tu Shan Lili had almost intervened, but seeing Ning Yi unharmed, she restrained herself, watching the fight closely.

Boom!

Even while dodging, Ning Yi kept attacking.

Water slammed into the Rock Giant again and again.

Still, he fought more cautiously now after that scare.

* * *

“Go Ning God!”

“This monster is so tanky, ten minutes and it’s still standing.”

“I mean, look at its size. But wow, Ning God’s Water Control is flashy. I wonder if National Fate Rewards will ever give us similar powers.”

“That last moment was terrifying. If he hadn’t dodged…”

“Ning God’s fox wife almost attacked—her eyes turned beast-like. She only calmed down when she saw he was fine.”

“It should be nearly over. The monster’s slower than before, probably at its limit.”

Kyushu’s citizens were nervous but excited.

Those who hated Kyushu, though, still spewed venom.

“Come on! Kill that Kyushu man!”

“Crush him underfoot!”

“I can’t wait to see Kyushu in ruins!”

“Don’t disappoint me!”

“Hahaha, don’t those Kyushu fools see? That river is nearly dry. When the water’s gone, how will he win?”

At first, Kyushu’s citizens ignored the insults.

But that last comment stunned them.

“Damn, the river really is drying up!”

Panic spread briefly.

But then someone reminded them, “So what! Ning God’s fox wife hasn’t even fought yet. No problem!”

That reassured them somewhat, though unease lingered.

* * *

Ning Yi also noticed the stream’s dwindling flow.

But he didn’t panic.

In his eyes, he saw the Rock Giant’s condition clearly:

[It’s about to die. Three more hits will finish it.]

And the stream still had enough for five strikes.

“Roar!”

The Rock Giant staggered forward, forcing against the water’s onslaught, charging Ning Yi.

It knew its time was short. Kill him now, or perish.

But Ning Yi already anticipated its desperation.

Before its blow could fall, he leapt ten meters away.

“Despicable… human!”

The Rock Giant glared with hatred.

But what met it—were two crashing torrents.

Boom!

The instant they struck, the Rock Giant’s body shattered, crumbling into ordinary rubble scattering across the ground.

[You defeated the Rock Giant…]

Seeing the text appear, Ning Yi finally breathed out.

This was the most dangerous battle since he entered the National Fate Marriage Game.

He had stayed on high alert the entire time and despite his caution, he had nearly been hit several times.

Now his head throbbed painfully.

Side effect of overusing Water Control.

Like mental exhaustion.

“Huff—”

He was about to sit and rest when a pair of pale arms embraced him from behind.

“Sit here, lean on me and rest.”

Tu Shan Lili gave a soft hum.

Her face feigned indifference, but inside she ached for him.

“Alright.”

Ning Yi blinked, then let her support him to sit down.

Feeling her soft warmth, with her fox tail curled around him like a pillow, comfort spread across his face.

Just then, he noticed something at the Rock Giant’s remains.

A round object glowed faintly gold.

“Ah Li, fetch that for me.”

“Okay.”

Tu Shan Lili nodded, lifting her hand. The orb floated toward them as if carried by invisible hands.

One of her many abilities—telekinetic control.

[Target: Rock Core]

[Type: Enhancement Treasure]

[Grade: B+]

[Trait: Rock Enhancement (Can strengthen rock-based buildings, equipment, or items, upgrading them to B+ grade)]

At the same time.

The Golden Finger prompted:

[Enhancement treasures are extremely rare. This core is best used to fortify your stone house, expanding it to accommodate more people. This is the optimal choice.]

‘Enhance the stone house?’

Ning Yi’s eyes gleamed.

He had been worrying about that.

As more wives joined him, the stone house would get cramped and it only had one bedroom.

This came at the perfect time!