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"What a crazy plan," he muttered. "It seems we can't just launch a direct attack on that ancient sect."
Turning to look at Yao, who was already asleep on the bed, the girl's face still had tear stains, but her expression was unusually peaceful.
Chen Xiao gently tucked the blanket around her.
“I’ll go to that ancient cult in person tomorrow night,” he told the system. “I need to confirm Yumi’s true situation first.”
[WARNING: High concentration of evil god energy fluctuations detected within the Nagu Shrine]
[It is recommended that the host possess the "Blood God Antibody" ability before proceeding.]
Chen Xiao nodded, his gaze once again turning towards the direction of the ancient sect in the distance.
The night wind ruffled his black hair, carrying a hint of blood.
“Yumi…” he murmured softly, “Are you a victim or an accomplice?”
The night was as dark as ink, and the ancient shrine was shrouded in tranquility. Chen Xiao's figure swept across the wall like a ghost, landing lightly beneath the cherry blossom tree in the courtyard. He completely concealed his presence, not even disturbing a single falling leaf.
However, just as he was about to sneak into the main hall—
"Whoosh!"
An arrow pierced the air and landed precisely in the ground in front of his feet.
"Take one more step forward, and the next arrow will be aimed at your heart."
A cold, clear female voice came from above. Chen Xiao looked up and saw a woman in a dark blue kimono on the eaves of the shrine, nocking an arrow and aiming it at his heart. In the moonlight, her face was exquisitely beautiful, her black hair cascading down, but her eyes were as cold as ice.
Yue Lai Ning Ning – the protector of that ancient religion.
Chen Xiao raised his hands, revealing an innocent smile: "Misunderstanding, I'm just a lost traveler..."
"Lying." Ningning loosened her grip, and the arrow shot out like a meteor!
"Pfft!"
The arrow pierced Chen Xiao's left shoulder with pinpoint accuracy, instantly staining his black clothes crimson with blood. He groaned, fell to one knee, and a trickle of blood escaped from the corner of his mouth.
Ningning leaped lightly from the eaves, her longbow still aimed at him: "Last chance, who are you?"
Chen Xiao raised his head, his charm as a heartthrob silently activating.
Moonlight shone on his blood-stained, handsome face, and a heartbreaking light flickered in his amber eyes: "Just... a curious visitor..."
Ningning's hand suddenly trembled.
She had never seen such a handsome man, nor had she ever seen anyone maintain such an elegant posture after being shot with an arrow.
"You..." Her voice softened involuntarily, "Why did you infiltrate that ancient cult?"
Chen Xiao smiled weakly: "I heard the cherry blossoms here... are very beautiful..." After saying that, he "just in time" fainted.
Ningning panicked.
She rushed forward to check, and when her fingers touched Chen Xiao's pulse, the warmth made her heart tremble.
“He’s still alive…” She bit her lip and suddenly made a decision that surprised even herself—to take the man back to her room.
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Inside Ningning's residence, candlelight flickered.
Chen Xiao was placed on a soft bed, and Ningning was carefully tending to his wounds. When she removed his shirt, she couldn't help but hold her breath—the man's physique was as perfect as a sculpture, every muscle exuding elegant power.
"What am I thinking about..." Ningning shook her head, forcing herself to focus on her wound.
At this moment, footsteps were heard outside the door.
"Ningning, are you there?" It was Komiya Yoko's voice. "The sect leader has summoned us to discuss important matters."
Ningning's hand trembled, and she almost knocked over the medicine bottle. She took a deep breath: "I...I'm not feeling well tonight. I'll apologize to the sect leader tomorrow."
There was a moment of silence outside the door: "Are you alright? Your voice sounds strange."
"It's nothing!" Ningning's voice rose unconsciously. "It's just... a bit of a headache."
"Alright, then you can rest." Yoko's footsteps gradually faded away.
Ningning let out a long sigh and turned to look at the unconscious Chen Xiao. For some reason, she couldn't take her gaze off his face.
"Who exactly are you..." she murmured to herself, her fingers unconsciously stroking his cheek.
Just then, Chen Xiao's eyelashes trembled slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes.
The moment their eyes met, Ningning's heart skipped a beat.
"Where is this..." Chen Xiao asked weakly.
"My room." Ningning quickly withdrew her hand, her cheeks slightly flushed. "You...you shouldn't move around, or the wound will reopen."
Chen Xiao gave a grateful smile: "Thank you for saving me..."
"Who exactly are you?" Ningning asked.
Chen Xiao gently stroked Ningning's face, without using the power of the Dark Bible. He wanted to test whether his charm could soften Ningning's heart.
"My name is Chen Xiao!" The words left Ningning's eyes wide with disbelief. That gentle Chen Xiao, that handsome boy with such a charming smile, was actually the top figure in Osaka's underworld.
"Aren't you afraid I'll call people to come and arrest you?" Ningning asked in a low voice.
Chen Xiao shook his head, feigning helplessness as he told Ningning about Yao's situation.
Ningning's pupils contracted sharply. Instinctively, she wanted to push Chen Xiao away, but found that her hands had already wrapped around his neck. The kiss was gentle and restrained, yet carried an irresistible force, making her body go weak.
"Mmm..." Her resistance was drowned out between her lips and teeth.
When Chen Xiao finally released her, Ningning's eyes were already misty with tears. She was breathing heavily, her cheeks were flushed, and her lips were slightly swollen.
"You..." Her voice trembled, "How could you..."
Chen Xiao's fingertips gently brushed her lips: "I'm sorry, I couldn't control myself." His eyes were sincere and passionate, "From the first moment I saw you, I..."
"No, I don't believe your nonsense!" Ningning's mind was in turmoil.
Chen Xiao smiled. The succubus system was truly terrifying; it was 100% effective on soft-hearted women. Chen Xiao then told Ningning about Yao and the evil god's potion.
Ningning found it hard to believe.
"Ningning, I'm here to save you, and I've also fallen for you a little." Chen Xiao gently stroked Ningning's beautiful and lovely face.
Ningning abruptly turned her face away: "Don't say such things!" Her heart was pounding so hard it felt like it would burst out of her chest. "I am a protector of that ancient sect, you are our enemy..."
"Enemies?" Chen Xiao gave a bitter smile. "If I were an enemy, why would I tell you all this? Why would I risk my life to save you?"
Ningning fell silent. She had to admit that Chen Xiao's words made some sense. And... she secretly glanced at the wound on the man's shoulder—it was caused by an arrow she had shot herself.
“I…I need evidence.” She finally relented, “about the cult leader.”
A hint of joy flashed in Chen Xiao's eyes. He slowly raised his hand, and a golden light suddenly appeared in his palm: "This is the residue of the Blood God Potion that I extracted from Yao's body."
In the light, black threads could be vaguely seen twisting and writhing, sending chills down one's spine.
“This…” Ningning’s expression changed.
"You can feel its aura." Chen Xiao handed the ball of light to her. "Doesn't it look familiar?"
Ningning hesitated for a moment, then cautiously touched the ball of light. Instantly, a chilling aura spread up her fingertips, causing her to shiver involuntarily.
"This is... the cult leader's aura?" She stared wide-eyed in disbelief.
Chen Xiao nodded: "To be precise, it's the aura of something residing within Yumi's body." He put away the ball of light. "Do you believe me now?"
Ningning gripped the hem of her kimono tightly with both hands, her knuckles turning white. Her faith was crumbling, and she was torn between her inner turmoil and her beliefs.
“Even if what you say is true…” she began with difficulty, “what can we do? The cult leader… no, Yumi’s power is unfathomable…”
Chen Xiao suddenly grabbed her hand: "Do me a favor."
"What's the deal?"
"Take me to see Yumi." Chen Xiao's eyes were firm. "I don't need a direct confrontation, just give me a chance to get close to her."
Ningning jerked her hand back: "Are you crazy! That's suicide!"
"Trust me." Chen Xiao's voice was deep and powerful. "I have a way to verify her true identity. If my guess is wrong, I will let the ancient sect do whatever they want with me."
Silence fell over the room. The candlelight flickered, casting swaying shadows between the two.
After a long silence, Ningning finally raised her head: "Tomorrow evening, the cult leader will hold a ceremony at the temple..." Her voice was barely audible, "...that's your only chance."
A glint of victory flashed in Chen Xiao's eyes. He gently pulled Ningning into his arms: "Thank you."
Ningning leaned stiffly against his chest, inhaling the unique scent of blood emanating from him.
Reason told her that this was a betrayal of the ancient religion, but a voice in her heart kept persuading her—this man was trustworthy.
“If…if you lie to me…” she said sullenly.
"Then I'd rather die by your arrow." Chen Xiao cupped her face and kissed her again.
This time, Ningning did not resist.
In the candlelight, their shadows gradually overlapped.
Ningning's kimono slipped off her shoulder, revealing her snow-white skin.
"Wait, wait a minute..." Ningning gasped as she pushed him away, "Your injury..."
Chen Xiao smiled, "What's a little injury like this?" He deliberately moved his injured shoulder, causing blood to seep out again. "Compared to this..."
Ningning looked at his wound with heartache and finally relented: "At least... let me bandage you up first..."
Chen Xiao obediently lay down, letting Ningning carefully treat his wounds. As Ningning leaned over, strands of her hair fell down.
"Okay..." Ningning had just finished speaking when Chen Xiao pulled her into his arms.
“Now it’s my turn,” he whispered in her ear.
The moonlight outside the window was obscured by clouds, as if unwilling to disturb this enchanting scene. [Ding! Host has conquered "Yuelaining" and received the system reward—"Eye of Demon Slayer"]
[Effect: Can see through all disguises, illusions, and energy flows; duration 30 minutes].
Chapter 82 Controlling Yumi and Yoko, Fighting the Evil God Cthulhu
The setting sun dyed the torii gate of the shrine a dark red as Chen Xiao followed Ningning through layers of barriers.