Chapter 389: Honey trap, who is talking about me again?
Chapter 389: Honey trap, who is talking about me again?
boom!
Only a crisp sound was heard, and then Jiang Yan withdrew his hand as if nothing had happened, while Shen Ming put on his usual painful expression and covered his head.
Jiang Yan snorted and said, "It is because of people like you who are weak-willed that the Yunxia Sect, which was once so famous, has declined and is heading towards destruction without even realizing it!"
"Destruction?"
Shen Ming's expression of pain disappeared in an instant, and he was surprised and confused. Seeing this, Jiang Yan narrowed his eyes slightly and subconsciously clenched his hands behind his back.
"Good fellow, although I didn't use much force, I did it with the intention of hitting him once or twice before I did it. I didn't expect that after not doing anything for a while, this traitor's cultivation has improved!"
After all, Jiang Yan's previous condition was that he was in a depressed state, weak and frail. Although it was not good, to put it bluntly, that period of time was a rare "peaceful" time for Jiang Yan!
Now that he has recovered, Shen Ming is also a little eager to make a move, and he would test her with words from time to time...
"Well... Although the Yunxia Sect's demise was not caused by the mixed quality of its members, it was also closely related to this. What happened afterwards only accelerated its destruction."
Jiang Yan coughed lightly and explained. In order not to let Shen Ming notice his abnormality, he walked in front of Shen Ming with his hands behind his back.
The two entered Yunxia City one after another.
"Ming'er, do you remember how Cuihua died?"
A hint of violence flashed across Shen Ming's eyes, but it was quickly suppressed. Jiang Yan did not notice it, and even Shen Ming did not find it unusual.
"Of course, she was cursed to death because of her own actions. She died from the condensed "Tao Fruit" that she feared the most. Her whole life of cultivation was spent on helping others. How ridiculous~"
"It's a bit ridiculous..."
Jiang Yan shook his head and said, "Although she is not capable of condensing Dao Fruit, and the name "Dao Fruit" is not worthy of its name, Dao Fruit does exist!"
"At that time, there were two sects in Jinglan Territory that were competing against each other. One was the Yunxia Sect I just mentioned. Its disciples were all over the world, and they cultivated very quickly. Many of their disciples did good deeds, but these would at most make outsiders wary and afraid to provoke them."
"But the other sect is different. This sect is called Yuanlian Sect. I know very little about it, and the ancient books only contain a few vague words about it. I only know that its heritage is ancient, and although the number of disciples is small, they are extremely powerful and mysterious."
Shen Ming said: "Powerful, how powerful is it?"
It's not that she is proud. Not to mention the entire continent, just in the East Liao region, she is worthy of the word "powerful" at her current level.
Jiang Yan knew what his little disciple was thinking at a glance and didn't bother to answer with riddles.
"Since Master mentioned Cuihua's death, it was not without purpose. The term Dao Fruit did not exist originally. After all, the Dao Fruit, which looks beautiful and contains the charm of Dao, is actually condensed by extremely cruel and bloody means."
"The person who created this method is a great master of the magic path. He used unimaginable means to steal the essence of other people's lifelong practice. It is truly evil and strange."
"It took countless people from both the righteous and evil paths to destroy it. It was also the only time that the two paths worked together. Although they had different intentions, they still cooperated in the end."
Shen Ming nodded his head and listened to his master's stories, enjoying the "warm time" that belonged to the two of them. He exclaimed from time to time as a perfunctory response, but as he listened, he felt something was not right and suddenly came back to his senses.
"Master, the demon master you are talking about could be from... the Yuanlian Sect, right?"
"Bingo~ The answer is correct, but unfortunately there is no reward."
"Really? It seems that the Yuanlian Sect is really extraordinary. However, there is a demon inside who is causing trouble for the world. They must be torn apart by the righteous sect."
Jiang Yan nodded: "That's not the case. It was the Yuanlian Sect that made the greatest contribution to the destruction of the demon. Almost all the people in the sect were killed, and the Yunxia Sect also declined. In addition, the Yunxia Sect was mixed with good and bad people, so it gradually disappeared under the turbulent situation..."
"This is really sad... A powerful sect can become weak because of one thing or one person..."
Jiang Yan sighed and couldn't help but think of himself, and his mood became a little depressed.
Shen Ming has a keen insight into people's hearts, and his grasp of Jiang Yan's psychological process and emotions is terrifying, so he naturally knows what to do in this matter.
However, she had no intention of comforting, enlightening or changing the subject; she had her own operating manual.
"Master, Shen Ming feels a little uncomfortable~"
"Hmm? What's wrong with Ming'er? Let me take a look. But there are too many creatures here. Is your talent out of control again?"
Jiang Yan had noticed something was wrong with Shen Ming since he entered the city. According to common sense, Shen Ming should have urged him to finish his work as soon as possible, and then do his work...
But at this moment, Shen Ming was actually very quiet, listening to him rambling on about the little story and even agreeing with him from time to time? This was very unlike Shen Ming!
So he held Shen Ming's wrist with concern, and probed with his spiritual sense to investigate, but upon closer inspection, there was nothing abnormal with Shen Ming, and everything was fine.
Shen Ming held Jiang Yan's hand with her backhand, interlocking their fingers in this wide street where people were coming and going, while her other hand shyly fell on her chest.
"Shen Ming feels chest tightness, I don't know why~"
Jiang Yan tried to loosen his hand, but Shen Ming's small hand exerted a little force and the two were tightly clasped together, as if they were entangled by vines and could not be separated.
After trying again, Jiang Yan gave up and couldn't help but curl his lips.
"How about I rub it for you?"
"Okay!"
"Hehe... maybe in a dream..."
Jiang Yan ignored her excitement, and Shen Ming didn't care about Jiang Yan's teasing. There was satisfaction in her eyes, and they just held hands and snuggled together.
People were coming and going on the street, wooden wheelbarrows were creaking, old farmers carrying bamboo baskets were unloading dewy green vegetables, vendors selling sugar paintings were ringing copper bells, sugar syrup was pulled into golden threads on the stone slabs, attracting children to stand on tiptoe to look, and the silk in front of the cloth shop was lifted by the morning breeze.
Everything was bustling with activity, but no one noticed the couple holding hands on the street. At this moment, all the people seemed to have become their background...
Night arrives at Xinghuafang.
The town was still considered "bustling" at this time, for this was because it was a 'commercial' town supervised by the Yunxia City government. As there were many rivers in Yunzhou and water transportation was well developed, and Yunxia City was closest to the Eastern Liao region, it was common to see merchants or travelers from other regions here.
Because the rules in the outside world are different from those in Jinglan, this market is mostly run by foreign merchants. Not only is there no curfew, but the variety of items sold is also richer. Therefore, this market is also the most lively market in Yunxia City.
Among them, the most attractive is Huayin Pavilion.
There are many beautiful girls in the place, with various postures and a wide variety of types, including some from outside the region. Some are unruly, some are cold and beautiful, some are charming and alluring, attracting people's attention and making them linger!
Huayin Pavilion, with its vermilion gate wide open, was crowded with people. Two graceful women bent and bowed from time to time to keep people company.
At this moment, the pretty lady who had been greeting the guests inside suddenly had a bright light in her eyes as if she had seen a rare treasure, and she spoke in a low voice before the guests arrived with lotus steps.
"Hey, isn't this Master Pei~"
The pretty girl walked up to him with graceful steps, her eyes full of spring, her slender jade fingers pointing between her teeth, and her eyes filled with grievance.
"Why did Master Pei leave in such a hurry yesterday? My sisters were left so lonely~"
There is a faint fragrance in the air as this pretty girl's colorful skirt flutters, making people feel as if they have fallen into a fairyland. The tinkling of her jewelry sounds pleasant, and her soft and charming voice makes people's ears numb and goes straight to their hearts, making people want to rub her into their bones and blood.
However, the middle-aged man did not show any confusion, but rather some embarrassment... He scratched his neck and thought to himself:
"You almost wanted to eat me alive yesterday. If it were the past, I would have taught you how to turn the tide and make the world turn. If I can't let you stand still the next day, I will lose."
"But now, if I really do this..."
As soon as this thought flashed through his mind, he felt a chill running from his toes to his spine!
Really, he didn't have that kind of thought. He was just a young man from a small family who wanted to be cultured. He just wanted to listen to the music blowing in the wind and the beautiful sunset...
That’s right, the person standing here is none other than Pei Mengmeng, the young master Pei, who separated from Jiang Yan that year.
Under the pretext of going out to do business and opening up channels, he was finally able to "escape from the sea of suffering" and sneak out. Of course, this success was based on countless failures before he could perfectly escape...
However, although he successfully escaped from the sea of suffering, he was still very honest. He was just too suffocated and controlled too strictly at home, so he was quite yearning for this romantic place, but he only held an "appreciative" attitude and had contact with the beauties there, but kept his distance.
So when he first entered, he was treated with "enthusiasm", so much so that even this veteran fled in panic.
The two reasons for coming here are, firstly, to make up for yesterday's loss, and secondly, to appreciate the beauty in the cabinet. Well, just to appreciate her!
"Master Pei, today you should listen to the music instead of staying in the boudoir to accompany the beauties~ As long as you nod, there are plenty of girls to accompany you~"
"You must know that Master Pei left an unforgettable impression on the girls yesterday. They really couldn't bear to leave and missed him so much~"
Pei Mengmeng couldn't help but let her imagination run wild after hearing this. The faint fragrance lingering on her nose was a catalyst for her emotions. The girl beside him leaned tenderly on his side, and her soft and boneless hand fell on his chest. Countless thoughts emerged in his mind at once, and he couldn't help but nod!
But for some reason, as soon as this thought came to my mind, my brain suddenly became clear as if it had been electrified! My blurred eyes suddenly became clear again, and when I almost came to my senses, I realized that I had walked into the Huayin Pavilion without knowing when!
He was being held by the arms on both sides by several charming women as they walked towards the room on the second floor. When he came to his senses, he was so frightened that he broke out in a cold sweat. The beautiful scene in his mind completely faded and he suddenly pulled his hands out of the "green mountains".
"cough!!"
"I am not the man you think I am. I have read the Spring and Autumn Annals! I came here just to enjoy the moon! I have heard that there is a beautiful lady in the pavilion, whose music playing the zither is the most touching. I came here yesterday for her, but I couldn't find her, so I left disappointed!"
The slightly panicked voice gradually stabilized, and he added with his hands behind his back like a sage.
"Since the girl is not here, let's stop here for now. I'll leave and come back next time."
After saying this, he was about to push the girls away and leave, but another familiar fragrant breeze hit him, making his vision blurry again, and the spring breeze blowing in his ears carried a strong and alluring scent.
The graceful girl appeared in front of him, smiling, holding her elbow and twisting a strand of hair around her fingertips.
"The person Master Pei is talking about is the Pavilion Master of our Huayin Pavilion, Pavilion Master Lin. He usually doesn't come here to ask questions."
"What a coincidence~ My Pavilion Master came by yesterday and happened to run into you, Master Pei. He was quite fond of you, so he made an exception to receive you and is waiting for you on the second floor~"
"this…………"
Master Pei was sweating profusely. He stepped back but accidentally bumped into the mountain. The rough waves frightened him like a frightened rabbit and he almost jumped up, but when he dodged, he bumped into the arms of another ambitious young lady.
At this point, even the most confused person should know that he has fallen into a trap.
"Oh no, this might be a trap!"
Young Master Pei felt bitter in his heart. Most people might not have such thoughts. After all, the Pavilion Master Lin of Huayin Pavilion was well-known outside. Even though he had only been in Yunzhou for a few days, he had heard about her. Her beauty was rare in the world. There were even rumors that the crown prince of the current dynasty went to Yunzhou in person just to find her.
Not to mention that he was extremely skilled in music. When he played music, birds and butterflies would often dance and fly.
Being favored by such a beauty and being invited in to have sex with her is a pleasure, even if it is just to chat with her. How could I refuse?
But he is very clear about himself.
"Although I am handsome, I am already over thirty years old, I don't have much literary talent, and my character is not that noble. I just have some money at home. How could such a person like him be interested in me?"
"What's more... although I am lustful, I am a gentleman who takes things in a proper way! With Xiaolan's years of training, and my diligent practice of martial arts day and night!"
Master Pei smiled as he was taken to the second floor by the ladies holding their arms. Looking at the pretty girls, a trace of deep fear flashed across his eyes.
"How could he be caught so easily?!"
"Xiao Lan! Find me quickly! My husband's chastity depends on you!"
The person whom I usually don't want to see is now missed so much! Then I sighed in my heart.
"Ah... If it weren't for the fish that Brother Jiang gave Xiaolan, Xiaolan wouldn't have been as vigorous as ever for decades. Even after giving birth to two children and practicing martial arts continuously, she couldn't suppress her terrifyingly vigorous energy. Instead, she became some kind of master..."
"It scared me. I hid and fell into a pit."
Master Pei thought fiercely in his heart: "Damn Brother Jiang! I curse you to be like me!!"
…………
At this moment, Jiang Yan, who was feeding Shen Ming the local delicacy Jujube Cake somewhere, suddenly stopped. He felt his nose itchy for no reason and couldn't help but shrug his nose.
A slender finger like a carving of white jade pinched his nose lightly. When he came to his senses, he saw Shen Ming squinting his fox eyes, slightly tilting his head and opening his tempting mouth, as if waiting to be fed.
Jiang Yan pondered the feeling in his heart, and naturally and smoothly fed her the early jujube cake:
"Why did you suddenly want to sneeze just now? Could it be that someone missed me? This kind of spiritual connection must be related to me, but unfortunately... I am now strong on the outside but weak on the inside. The curse is barely suppressed in my body, and it is only with the union of Sister Bao and my spiritual weapon that I can barely hold on. I can't find out in detail..."
Thinking of this, Jiang Yan's originally good mood suddenly turned bad.
Although he successfully destroyed the Abyss Seeds that Cuihua had brought with him after that battle, the backlash against him was terrifying! After all, the external objects he used could not be as flexible as those he cultivated himself.
It would be too much of a stretch for him to drive a force far beyond his own, even with the help of his current attainments in formation.
In the end, his heartstrings broke and he lost control of his body. When he woke up, he was already in Jinglan Domain, and Sister Bao also sealed her spiritual instrument and merged it with her body in order to save him.
If she doesn't come out for such a long time, her spirituality will be greatly damaged if she relies on herself!
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