Chapter 273 The Witch of the Martial World 14
Chapter 273 The Witch of the Martial World 14
"Xue Lingyuan, I'll let them off the hook for now because of you, but that doesn't mean the past is forgotten. You've already rejected me, so you only have one chance!" Hua Wuyi crossed her arms and glanced at Xue Lingyuan with a cold and arrogant tone, but she was actually trying to figure out what was wrong with him.
However, this time Xue Lingyuan genuinely wanted to join the sect, and his expression was as sincere as could be. He even cupped his hands in thanks, saying, "Thank you for your generosity, Sect Leader, but I still wish to join the sect. May I ask what your requirements are, Sect Leader?"
Hua Wuyi felt a momentarily choked up, and after a long while, she sneered, "The imperial court is trying to control the martial arts world, so it must have some plans. I'm thinking of turning the tables on you. If you help me, I'll let you join the sect!"
Xue Lingyuan's eyes lit up. "Can I become the Holy Son?"
Hua Wuyi was taken aback, feeling inexplicably uncomfortable. He didn't want to associate her with Qingyu. His gaze swept over the other's hideous face, and he said directly, "The Holy Son needs to be good-looking. You are not good enough."
Xue Lingyuan's smile gradually faded, but he wasn't angry. He simply nodded regretfully, "Alright, I am indeed unworthy of the Holy Maiden. I wonder what the Sect Leader thinks?"
"Spread the word that our Demonic Sect is aware of the imperial court's conspiracy and has joined forces with other gangs to fight against it." A sly glint flashed in Hua Wuyi's eyes, her tone chilling.
Xue Lingyuan frowned, "But the major gangs might not necessarily believe us."
Moreover, it's not just uncertain, it's a definite disbelief, since the Demonic Sect is the kind of entity that everyone condemns.
"Then they have no choice but to believe it." Hua Wuyi smiled wickedly, flipped his hand, and a white porcelain bottle appeared in his palm, looking quite ordinary.
"This is..." Xue Lingyuan was puzzled and astonished, with some vague guesses in his mind.
Sure enough, the next second Hua Wuyi said, "This is my challenge and invitation to the entire martial arts world. If those gangs don't come to discuss countermeasures, they can just wait to die from the poison!" Hua Wuyi's lips curled up, full of confidence.
Xue Lingyuan pursed his lips and remained silent, wanting to ask more questions, but ultimately refrained from doing so.
It's obvious that Hua Wuyi had been planning this for more than just a few days.
I'll just have to cooperate when the time comes. If it fails, I can just leave with Qingyu.
While they were plotting, Qingyu had already seen everything from beginning to end. When she saw the porcelain bottle in Hua Wuyi's hand, Qingyu was startled.
This thing... wasn't mentioned in the plot! But I do recall a scene in the original story where Hua Wuyi abandoned her plans for Lin Shiwan...
Could this be the plan?
So early?
Qingyu knew that Hua Wuyi's methods were ruthless, and that once this plan was implemented, the martial arts world would be thrown into chaos.
That's what she wanted to see too, but she wondered how many people Hua Wuyi had poisoned? Would she poison her own people too?
Qingyu carefully checked her pulse again and, finding no signs of poisoning, breathed a sigh of relief.
"Qingyu, Lin Shiwan is suspicious!" the system suddenly announced, then displayed a screen—
Lin Shiwan, who was supposed to leave, actually appeared in Hua Wuyi's room.
Qingyu raised an eyebrow in surprise, her beautiful face filled with undisguised doubt. "How did she know that was Hua Wuyi's room? What was she doing there?"
"That's why I said she has a problem!" The system slammed its hand on the table and said angrily, "How come there are always these problematic characters taking advantage of loopholes? Aren't the mission takers in the Quick Transmigration Bureau afraid of failing too badly in their missions?"
This was no time to dwell on that. The distance to either side wasn't far, so Qingyu got up and ran over.
When she arrived, Lin Shiwan had already entered Hua Wuyi's room under the cover of night.
However, just as she was searching for something, Hua Wuyi suddenly returned.
Lin Shiwan hid in the corner, too scared to breathe.
Why did they come back so quickly? What should I do? Will I be discovered?
At that moment, Lin Shiwan felt her heart pounding at its peak.
Hua, seemingly sensing something, slowly walked towards the corner, causing Lin Shiwan to almost stop breathing. At that moment, a pair of soft hands covered Lin Shiwan's face. She turned her head slightly and met a pair of extremely beautiful eyes, like the starry sky and the vast ocean, or perhaps a captivating deep pool—
Lin Shiwan recognized her at a glance – it was the witch Qingyu!
Her eyes widened suddenly, but her fear vanished abruptly. She stared intently at the profile of the person in front of her. In the soft moonlight, his exquisite face was illuminated, his perfect features seemingly crafted by nature, making her heart flutter.
At that moment, Lin Shiwan had only one thought in her mind—regret. If she had known Qingyu was so beautiful, she shouldn't have targeted her!
How vicious could a beautiful person be?
Feeling the smooth hand on her face and smelling the faint fragrance of Qingyu, Lin Shiwan's cheeks flushed red, and her heart was filled with excitement. She opened her mouth to speak, but met Qingyu's disapproving gaze, which made her immediately nod obediently.
A beautiful woman is always right.
Outside, Hua Wuyi seemed to have been waiting for a long time. She sighed and said, "Come out, Qingyu. This sect leader knows it's you."
Qingyu smiled gently, subtly pinched Lin Shiwan's cheek, and then stepped forward with a charming laugh, "Master has good eyesight."
"What are you doing here? Eavesdropping?" Hua Wuyi asked calmly, without much anger in her expression.
Qingyu naturally wouldn't admit to this, and glared at her reproachfully, saying, "I didn't eavesdrop. I'm also a member of the Demonic Sect, so why can't I listen?"
She had an unreasonable demeanor, but her clear and beautiful eyes made it hard to say anything harsh to her.
Hua Wuyi inexplicably wanted to laugh, but he suppressed the smile on his lips, cleared his throat, and asked with a clear gaze, "What did you hear? You don't object to my plan?"
After all, Qingyu had some good intentions before.
As she spoke, her gaze fell on Qingyu's veil, and Hua Wuyi inexplicably found it somewhat irritating. "In front of me, there's no need to conceal your appearance. Your face..."
The conversation ended there, because Hua unintentionally realized that he seemed to have forgotten what Qingyu looked like.
The atmosphere froze for a moment, then Qingyu smiled, her eyes crinkling, her clear and melodious voice tinged with teasing, "The sect leader is beautiful enough on her own, I'm afraid you'll fall in love with me if you see me!"
"As for the plan... With so many innocent people dying, will the cult leader be afraid?"
Hua Wuyi couldn't help but chuckle at the earlier remarks, but upon hearing the latter, she snorted coldly, "In this martial world, where are there truly innocent people?"
Qingyu didn't try to persuade him anymore, because she realized that Xue Lingyuan had a nose like a dog and rushed over as soon as he caught a whiff of something.
Xue Lingyuan was indeed searching for Qingyu everywhere. When he couldn't find her, he subconsciously came here. Now, looking at the two people facing off, he secretly sighed and felt a little worried.
He stepped forward and said, "Master, what are you talking about? May I listen?"
Hua Wuyi frowned, realizing for the first time that Xue Lingyuan was somewhat... shameless?
He remained silent for a long time, then suddenly threw something out. Qingyu caught it and found it was the porcelain bottle.
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