Chapter 3, A Night as Husband and Wife

I was extremely angry, yet I couldn't argue back with my elder, so I simply pouted and hid behind Senior Brother Liu, saying aggrievedly: "Senior Brother... I didn't mean to..."

I truly want to twist his head off

That is beyond our control I said with a bitter smile

At the moment she surpassed her deadline, she fell into the path of darkness

Please stop laughing, I want to hit someone

... ...

The cycle of cause and effect, good and evil will ultimately be rewarded, and no one can escape it

Uncle Qu picked up the woman from the ground and cast a cold glance at me

Bai Ye jumped down from the window and tapped the talisman paper on the table with a fan, saying: "You can express your admiration for me directly. Even if there are thousands upon thousands of people confessing to me, I don't mind letting you cut in line. There is no need to secretly write my name on paper, is there?"

I pressed on the bulging veins on my forehead: "Crazy, who is thinking of you!"

Disturbing both the Esoteric Buddhism and the Illusory Sect, in the end, is it not all for naught?

... ...

Bai Ye chuckled lightly: "I didn't expect you to go this far for him, I have a newfound respect for you."

In my roar, the sound of the zither gradually fades away

Under normal circumstances, Sixth Brother should not be smiling ominously, indicating that "a fox that is pregnant is the most nourishing"? ... Suddenly saying such sentimental words for the sake of a child, Sixth Brother, you are quite terrifying

The sixth senior brother, however, shook his shoulders, likely due to having drunk too much and feeling nauseous

Just kidding. On this long, sleepless night, the first person that Xiao Li thought of was actually me. I was so touched that I had no time to spare, how could I not dress up to serve her?

I find it hard to smile: "What is the point of this? Just for a few days of life..."

I exclaimed in anger: "You are just here to capture Ye Mingyue!"

The spells of Esoteric Buddhism are primarily focused on offense, as healing requires a great deal of mental effort

"Oh, I see." Bai Ye lifted my chin with a fan and said with a sly smile, "Even if you say that, I will still help you. I was just teasing you earlier. I have said that I will fulfill your wishes. How could I stand by and watch our senior brother fall into a dilemma? After all, a day as husband and wife brings a hundred days of affection, doesn't it?"

He laughed extremely joyfully

The Sixth Senior Brother, without any hesitation, knocked on my door and asked, "Do you already know?"

The more I thought about it, the more uneasy I became. I took out a piece of talisman paper and wrote a name on it with a red brush.

Uncle Qu carried Ye Mingyue away, and after the butler finished clearing the scene, he advised me and my senior brother to return to our room to rest. But how could I possibly sit still

What am I doing? I didn't make such a fuss when the vixen was pinching me, stay calm, I must stay calm

I tore the talisman paper into pieces and crumpled it into a ball; I gave up on communicating with him

I was startled and took three steps back when I was glared at by those mournful purple eyes

Heavens, what am I saying? I am actually begging for mercy from a vixen

Ah?

There are blood marks on your neck

Am I seeking death? Clearly, it is you who is not in your right mind

I was about to fold the talisman paper into a crane when a gust of cold wind blew in, extinguishing the two oil lamps in the room

Strike at the vital point when dealing with a snake; to kill a person, one must first eliminate their intent. Bai Ye, you truly are remarkable

In the white night, with a wave of the fan, where did the more than ten treasures come from and where are they going: "Suddenly... I no longer feel like laughing. Clearly, Qu Qingning has already rejected you, yet you still cling to her so desperately. Don't you think it's not worth it?"

I asked in exasperation: "Is it really necessary for you to make such a flamboyant entrance every time?"

Ye Mingyue forcefully pushed aside the maid beside her and stumbled towards me, and no matter how I looked at her, I felt that the way she was looking at me was exceedingly sinister

Bai Ye turned around and left: "I apologize, but the beautiful cherry blossom in Qunyu Garden is still waiting for me. I have no interest in the pregnant vixen; perhaps I will consider it after she gives birth."

Sixth Senior Brother asked me in return, "Do you know why monsters cannot linger in the mortal world for long?"

She licked her lips and, with an insatiable thirst, laughed and said: "Is it another one coming to seek death?"

Cut the nonsense

smile

I softly said: "In fact, some things do not need to be kept in one's heart all the time"

Since ancient times, demons have their own ways, and humans have theirs. However, some demons have developed human emotions, becoming infatuated with the mortal world. Even more so, some have simply chosen to remain in the bustling human realm. If they come out to do evil, naturally, there are people like us who will come to cleanse them. But what if they are honest and law-abiding, adhering strictly to the rules of the human world, being so cautious that they leave no trace of wrongdoing?

Senior Brother Liu wants to use spiritual power to heal the injury on my neck. I subtly tilted my head and said, "It's just a little bruise, not even a broken skin. Senior Brother, it's more important for you to conserve your strength for serious matters."

I spread my palm, revealing the treasures I carry with me: the Spirit Gathering Stone, the God Sealing Needle, the Seven Star Disk, the Immortal Binding Rope, the Soul Breaking Blade...! ... It hurts to part with them, as these are all essential for my livelihood!

"You are right, the supplements are mine, do not think about competing with me for them"

Ye Mingyue, as if awakening from a great dream, gazed at her suddenly elongated nails, rolled her eyes, and fainted.

I asked in astonishment, "Isn't her time running out?"

I nervously rubbed my shoulder and said, "It was Ye Mingyue who pinched me."

I was taken aback and after a while, I said: "Senior brother, you are quite unusual today"

Because in a certain sense, their behavior is no different from that of ordinary people, we can only regard them as human. All beings are equal; if they show you respect and do not cause trouble, we have no reason to eradicate them completely

I am innocent! Your wife wants to eat me!

I nodded, thought for a moment, then shook my head: "Your little mother... ah, Ye Mingyue's situation seems a bit strange!"

In Zhaoyang, intoxicated by Zhaoyang, the little fox serves the monarch from this point on, hoping to fulfill the wish of plucking the stars one day, regardless of whether it is the Zhou or the Shang

However, before I could finish my mocking words, Sixth Senior Brother reached out a hand towards me

Ding ding dang dang

The cold gradually dissipated, and the blood within the body turned cold in an instant

The sixth senior brother lowered his eyes and said: "It is my fault for easily believing her words. Over the past twelve years, she indeed has not committed any heinous crimes, but recently, she has sensed that her time is running out. In order to prolong her life, she has been frantically consuming the essence of others. If she had been more restrained, the master would not have noticed. However, where there is one, there will be another; after draining one person, she cannot help but seek a second, and in the end, she is completely unable to control herself.

Well, after all, she is your stepmother

Yes, it is true

The steward interjected, saying: "Why would Miss Ji Li push the lady for no reason? It must be a misunderstanding, definitely a misunderstanding. The young maid is simply being thoughtless. Young master, please do not take it to heart; we are all one family, after all. Hehe—someone, quickly go to the Huichun Pavilion and fetch the doctor!"

Do you think I can understand such profound words

Bai Ye, not knowing where he had procured a folding fan, supported his chin and smiled, saying: "It is to make you feel ashamed of yourself"

I turned my head and saw that Bai Ye was indeed sitting on the windowsill. He had changed into a light yellow brocade shirt, and the silver-white embroidered belt not only lacked any vulgarity but also made him appear like a noble young master.

Bright Moon

I trembled as I asked: "... ... Do you not find even one of them appealing?"

The sound of the soul-snatching bell is as annoying as the voice of its owner

Yes, that is not our concern. However, the way of heaven will take care of it

What do you want to do

It has already been torn off! I am at a loss.

I cannot allow Sixth Brother to harm his family; let the hatred be accounted to me alone. Bai Ye and I exchanged glances for a long time before ultimately reaching a compromise

What do you need from me

I can't believe the person I admire is such a scoundrel, my heart is shattered into pieces!

My heart bleeds, yet my face wears a triumphant smile: "Feel free to pick any item, no need to be polite."

Bathed in the hazy moonlight, I quietly gazed at that captivating face, momentarily rendered speechless.

I steeled my resolve and took out the last artifact—the Soul-Separating Lamp. With it, the soul can leave the body and traverse freely between the realms of yin and yang, which is undoubtedly something that the Illusion Sect covets greatly

Bai Ye stopped and said: "Yes, I originally intended to take action, but since Qu Qingning has come in person, I will not snatch away someone else's opportunity. Oh, killing one's own mother with one's own hands must be quite an interesting feeling. When they start fighting, be sure to inform Uncle Qu, it would be even more interesting if it escalates to a father-son feud..."

Furthermore, what about the Guan Hong lock? Although it has been broken.

The art of sound manipulation is the signature skill of the Illusion Sect. Bai Ye first used a piece titled "Heartbreak" to shock Ye Mingyue to the brink of death, then captivated her heart, revealing her true nature. If he continued to play, either she would reveal her true form, or I would be devoured alive. This is someone else's home, not a desolate wilderness with no one watching; could you please show a bit of professional integrity

Then you should go to bed early. Sixth Senior Brother did not insist

Cost

Few monsters are willing to reside in places abundant with yang energy for long periods, unless they have developed an attachment. The turbid energy of the human world is repulsive to the spiritual energy of monsters; over time, this leads to a depletion of their spiritual power, causing them to become exceedingly weak. Under normal circumstances, a fox demon can live for a thousand years, or even three thousand or five thousand years, but once it enters the mortal realm, its lifespan is reduced to a mere few decades. At this point, the sixth senior brother paused and said, "The first time I met Ye Mingyue was twelve years ago." Under normal circumstances, a fox demon can live for a thousand years, or even three thousand or five thousand years, but once it enters the mortal realm, its lifespan is reduced to a mere few decades. At this point, the sixth senior brother paused and said, "The first time I met Ye Mingyue was twelve years ago."

Perhaps it is for the child in the womb

The truth is that the Guanhong lock is broken, and the sound of the white night’s琴音 is interfering. A wave of unease surged in my heart, and before I knew it, Ye Mingyue had gripped my neck with her blood-red nails

The thousand-year-old fox demon opened her mouth to devour my essence, and I could no longer care about her identity. I raised my hand and slapped Ye Mingyue to the ground, shouting in exasperation: "Bai Ye! Stop it right now!"

Uncle Qu and Sixth Senior Brother came upon hearing the noise, while the two maidservants, unsure of what had actually happened, pointed at me and loudly accused, "It was her! It was she who pushed Madam to the ground, and Madam was so startled that she fainted..."

She has already passed the deadline

But I have no other way

Because being infatuated with the mundane world can affect one's cultivation, humans and demons should not coexist... right? I am somewhat uncertain; memorizing the "Record of All Demons" nearly cost me half my life. I will not delve into questions that are absolutely not part of the examination for such spells.

When my fingers touched the skin on my neck, I reacted violently and leaned back, my shoulder hitting the chair, nearly falling over completely

However, Bai Ye showed no signs of joy in his eyes

The Way of Heaven

Uncle Qu's gaze immediately softened

"Twice a day, it is a miracle that you have lived this long"

Well then, Madam Qu, let us speak amicably; a gentleman uses words, not fists... No, no, no, why should a woman make things difficult for another woman! Do not look at me with such eyes; my flesh is not worth eating!

I touched the bruise on my neck and said, "That fox demon..."

... ... ''

I hoarsely asked, "Are you investigating me?"

He smiled noncommittally: "Knowing oneself and knowing others, one can fight a hundred battles without danger. I even know that you secretly call me Sister Bai and that you have my portrait hanging by your bed..."

The sound of the zither outside suddenly changed its melody, shifting from the previous tender and lingering notes to a tumultuous surge, layer upon layer, clawing at the heart, a sweeping stroke pushing it to its peak, large and small pearls falling onto a jade plate, each one representing a desire swollen to the point of imminent rupture

... ... '' still smiling

To conspire with a tiger for its skin, is this not what I deserve?

The sixth senior brother left with an infinite yearning for supplements, and I have serious doubts; if he had not been exhausted today, he would have taken advantage of the quiet of the night to drain Ye Mingyue of her essence and turn her into a fox.