Chapter 313: A Mysterious Man
Translator: Larbre Studio Editor: Larbre Studio
How could a freshman who just enrolled know so much?
Moreover, was she not the legendary good-for-nothing in the Capital even though she won first place in the martial arts competition? Judging by her reaction, she was not like a new student who knew nothing.
Tu Sufeng was clearly aware of this. He looked over with both eyes and said in a gentle tone, "Don't worry. Little Seven is fine."
He knew what Helian Wei Wei was concerned about.
He continued explaining, "This child has been afraid of water since he was young. When Ah Jue knew about it, he went to the deep sea to retrieve a dragon pill for him."
Dragon pill was the inner pill of the dragon god. It could soar a human's martial Qi, and could also play a life-saving role in the underwater sometimes.
His internal organs would not be harmed as long as he was dragged out of water even if he drowned for a period of time. He would still be able to survive and be energetic after water was discharged from his body.
However, looking at Little Seven's spiritless appearance, he knew how much he hated being underwater. He spat two bubbles out and was very unhappy. "No fish!"
Well...
"How can there be fish in a tunnel?" Tu Sufeng was starting to have a headache again.
Little Seventh Prince curled his mouth and said to Helian Wei Wei, "Dragon pill is not as delicious as dragon meat."
"You had dragon meat before?" Helian Wei Wei raised her eyebrows. She bent down and fixed the child's wet black hair.
Little Seven hummed, "My Third Brother dragged a dragon back that time. I ate its flesh for many days. The meat was so delicious!"
Dragged a dragon back...
Dragged a dragon back!?
A painting-like scene appeared in front of the crowd. Wearing a long-sleeved robe, the Third Prince looked elegant and honorable as he dragged a dragon from the deep sea onto the land. Millions and thousands of splashes rose behind him and no one could do anything about it.
"His Highness, indeed." Yun Biluo smiled delicately and turned her head to meet Helian Wei Wei's gaze.
Helian Wei Wei did not give her any response. She fixed her black hair from her forehead to the back coolly and revealed her face which was similar to the size of a sunflower seed. She was thinking that, in fact, it was exactly in line with the Third Prince's style. Not only did he ended the dragon's lair, but he even dragged it out from the sea all the way home in an arrogant manner. Even if he had Fire Qilin as his mount, he still should not be so wild.
How could they go to the deep sea in the future? They would definitely be chopped to death within minutes...
Han Yu's first reaction when he heard about Baili Jia Jue was to sneer.
Tu Sufeng looked at the burning sandalwood in his hand. "The sky is getting bright soon. You can really go back to sleep this time. Of course, the test is not over yet. I look forward to your next performance."
Upon hearing that, they finally let out a sigh of relief and dragged their exhausted bodies toward their respective courtyards.
"Dean." Helian Wei Wei only called out to Tu Sufeng when the others left.
Tu Sufeng turned around with a smile on his face. "What is it? Are you still having any doubts?"
Helian Wei Wei took the little child's hand and walked over. "I wanted to ask you about the first test. Was everyone challenged by Whirlwind Beasts too?"
"Yes." Tu Sufeng's tone was mild, "The tests start easy and get more difficult eventually so that you will gradually adapt to it."
Helian Wei Wei narrowed her eyes. "But what Little Seven and I encountered was not a Whirlwind Beast but a magical beast."
"A magical beast?!" Tu Sufeng frowned hard. "We wouldn't put this kind of beast on the test, let alone the elementary level, even later in the college, we would never let you face this kind of uncontrollable beast." There must be something wrong somewhere!
Helian Wei Wei laughed, "I don't think that this kind of beast should be in the academy, especially in a Battle Spirit Forces test."
Her meaning was clear. Of course, Tu Sufeng who was intelligent could understand what she meant. His sight darkened. "I will investigate this matter carefully. There should not be any problems within the internals of the Battle Spirit Forces."
When the darkness of the night faded and the sun rose from the East, there would always be some confusion.
Among the uneven shrubs.
A Demon-Transforming Beast trembled with fear and leaned on a man's leg. "Master."
"What's wrong, did the mission fail?" The man looked at it and placed the pieces in his hand on the chessboard.
"Indeed, there is nothing that Master doesn't know." The Demon-Transforming Beast flattered and said carefully, "That woman was kinda weird but I cannot tell why. Nevertheless, she killed my brother. I will never let her off easily! When the time comes..." action
Swish!
Before the Demon-Transforming Beast finished his words, he was frightened by a chess piece that flew over. He froze in his place, "Mas, master..."
"Did I say anything about hurting her?" The man stood up, his dark eyes were illuminated gradually.
The Demon-Transforming Beast saw the man staring at itself coldly like a poisonous cobra. The beast did not say another word.
The Demon-Transforming Beast was so scared, its face became pale. It did not dare to move its black claws.
Only the man's jewel-like bright eyes were visible in the endless dark night. "Find out all Demon-Transforming Beasts. Since one or two of them did not affect her, a group would certainly be effective. The White Academy will soon let the students learn to summon their own sacred beasts. We can attack then."
"How about Miss Yun?" The beast stretched out its claws.
The man silently placed a chess piece at a place that it was supposed to be. "She has things that she needs to do. Also, tell her that it's fine if she wants to get Baili Jia Jue. Just don't ruin my plan."
"Yes." The beast's dark shadow fell to the ground. "However, if the majority of us leave the Forest of Fantasy, the people from the Battles Spirit Forces will find out the problem soon enough. The royal family will then hunt us down and kill us."
The man placed the defeated chess pieces aside. "The royal family side will have the four influential families to deal with. What are you afraid of?"
"But the Third Prince of the royal family has Fire Qilin following him around. All of us will be doomed if it appears. Also..." The beast seemed to be thinking of something, it was palpitating, "Master, did you forget that we were defeated by that exact person when you were a child, so..."
Thud.
He placed the black chess piece.
The man raised his head. Only the silhouette of his chin was visible under the bright moonlight. "Do not forget, I was not awakened at that time. Also, Yun Biluo could hold him down."
Right! The Demon-Transforming Beast's eyes lit up as its shadow moved. "Master, you're right. I was too careful. I'm going to summon them over right now!"
The man nodded. Like an invisible hand, the silent darkness swallowed everything quietly...
Chapter 314: Was She Merely A Prey?
Translator: Larbre Studio Editor: Larbre Studio
The water was receding in the secret tunnel.
Tu Sufeng stood by the stone wall, with another master who was still standing on his right.
"Old Bai, do you still think that she has not joined the Battle Spirit Forces?" Tu Sufeng stroked the broken stone wall with his finger, "Not everyone can break this stone wall so easily. She carries secrets that we do not know."
The master, with the name old Bai, did not change his expression. Instead, he chuckled, "This girl has surprised me. Nonetheless, the test has just begun. Let's observe further. What say you?"
Tu Sufeng deepened his gaze. "You're right. The test has just begun, but we need to conduct an internal investigation within the Battle Spirit Forces."
"Internal investigation?" Old Bai furrowed his brows. "Why?"
Tu Sufeng retrieved his gaze. "Someone is using our first test to allow the Demon-Transforming Beast into the academy. Besides, I have just received news." action
Upon hearing the statement, Old Bai went pale, "What is the news about?"
"Someone is hunting for the sacred beasts at a large scale." Tu Sufeng raised his head. "We must inform the Retired Emperor about this."
Old Bai further furrowed his brows, "Don't forget that the Battle Spirit Forces must not get involved in the fight between the four influential families and the royal family. This is a rule that was set in the beginning. The longevity of the Battle Spirit Forces depends on its independence."
"Do you remember what the Old Master said when he was alive?" Tu Sufeng threw a glimpse at him, "The Battle Spirit Forces are independent because it will never be influenced by other powers, never yield and do the unrighteous things."
"Then, I don't understand. Why are we informing the Retired Emperor instead of the elders of the four influential families? The issue will be solved more efficiently with their help."
Old Bai's advice was constructive.
But, Tu Sufeng had his own concerns, "There is something that I can't reveal just yet. But, we can't form an alliance with the four influential families on this issue," he paused, "Furthermore, Helian Wei Wei is holding the Military Seal of the hidden army right now."
"What?" This was the greatest surprise for Old Bai. All of them thought that the Military Seal of the hidden army had disappeared following the fall of the Helian Family. How did the seal end up in the hands of Helian Wei Wei?
Tu Sufeng's eyes were gentle as he continued, "Before Old Master died, he said that we were both the Battle Spirit Forces and the hidden army. The moment the descendent who holds the Military Seal passes the test, he or she will lead the entire hidden army. After the Old Master passed on, the legacy of the Helian Family plummeted. After that, we have been presenting ourselves as the Battle Spirit Forces in public. Now that the Military Seal has resurfaced, we can finally end our days of misery..."
The dawn broke and the morning dew slid along the big green leaves.
Qing Zhan was standing at the front door uneasily as she looked at the sky that was slowly getting brighter. She furrowed her brows.
She was usually a calm person with little words. If she had not encountered an issue, she would not have acted like this.
Most importantly, the Princess Consort had been missing since last night.
Moreover, His Highness had sent an extensive crew to carry out a search across the whole White Academy, but to no avail.
From what the public knew about His Highness' character when the Princess Consort was found, she would face an unimaginable consequence.
Wind whizzed past and shook the tree branches.
The lush green bamboo forest swayed along with the wind while the sunlight scattered on the sandalwood table. The rose petals were bright red as though it was stained by fresh blood.
Every minute and second felt extremely slow.
The man lazily supported his body with his arm on the table while he casually toyed with the petals with his other hand. His bright-colored eyes were glowing as he grinned icily, "Has she not returned yet?"
None of the shadow guards was audacious to speak. Only a day ago, they were greatly affected by His Majesty's immense rage, to the extent that they felt as though their organs were bruised.
Baili Jia Jue elegantly supported his chin with his hand. While the black tassel on his sleeve concealing his disdainful grin, he scoffed, "You are telling me that you can't even find me a person? Then, what's the use of you?"
"Your Highness!" Shadow interrupted. He was not worried about himself, but about his master's sudden eruption of ruthlessness.
The Retired Emperor once said that His Majesty could always do according to his own will. But, he must be stopped before he went on a killing spree.
Otherwise, the nation would be painted in blood.
"What is it?" Baili Jia Jue spoke nonchalantly and lifted up the cup next to him, then gently shook the cup. His side profile with a fair complexion was inconceivably handsome but devilish, "Shadow, your words better lift up my moods. Otherwise, get lost!"
He ended his sentence in a cold but menacing tone.
Shadow knew better than anyone else about the number of shadow guards who were made redundant by his master.
Shadow knelt down on one knee with his forehead covered in cold sweat, "From what I know about Princess Consort, she will not leave just like this before she retrieves the legacy of Helian Family. When the Princess Consort left, she appeared as if she was going to run some errands instead of leaving this place for good. If she truly has the intention to leave, she will definitely go to Second Master Hei. Yet, she hasn't been to the Fine Compound."
Baili Jia Jue was listening and his emotion was indecipherable. He looked into the distance and replied, "You're right. She has always been planning to leave me and she's not in a hurry."
As Baili Jia Jue spoke, he wore no emotion. But, his left hand that was resting on the sandalwood table was clenched into a fist.
He gently touched the red rose before him gently and his expression turned cold.
A loud bang resonated!
The flowers, with color as fiery as the fire, implied warmth. They were now lying quietly in the corner.
Baili Jia Jue stood up and placed his one hand into his pocket. He looked at the red plants arrogantly.
Something was stuck in his chest.
If she is able to run away this time, there will be a second time.
Even if I can bring her back.
Her heart will always belong to another man.
Another thud resonated!
Baili Jia Jue landed a punch on the sandalwood table and then took a deep breath. He raised his face with an expression full of pride. He appeared graceful and devilish as usual with his long black hair that coupled with his cold yet perfect face.
She was merely a prey to him.
There were many other women who were better, more beautiful and more obedient than her!
The elegant Third Prince turned around. With his back facing Shadow, he slowly disappeared into the distance. However, no one could ignore the loneliness he carried with him.
He removed his white robe as he walked and threw it casually on his giant bed along with the white ribbon that was tied to his hand.
His eyes were as dark as the night sky, shimmering chillingly. At the same time, there was a hint of sorrow in his eyes that even he could not quite understand himself.
Fire Qilin was the closest to him. It absolutely could sense the abnormality of his emotions.
"Master, have you ever thought that maybe the woman is more than just a prey to you?"
Baili Jia Jue's eyes were still freezing cold, "What else can she be?"
"You have never treated a prey like this before..." Fire Qilin was playing with its beautiful fur as it ranted. For instance, it was fed with plain leaves, something that even the dogs refused to eat, for an entire month.
Chapter 315: Seize It
Translator: Larbre Studio Editor: Larbre Studio
Baili Jia Jue furrowed his brows, "I reckon that you're more long-winded as you get older."
Fire Qilin replied in silence.
Who am I doing this for?
It's all because of you, I have not been in a relationship before!
Ahh!
Love!
It is such a tormented little demon!
"But you were right about something. I'm too lenient and gentle this time," Baili Jia Jue stood up from the couch as he spoke while his eyes were filled with iciness. His tall physique carried an unexplainable tenderness, but his eyes displayed complete assertiveness. "Regardlessly, it will always be right to seize it first."
"Noted." Fire Qilin lowered its head respectfully. The fiery red silhouette of the beast was faintly visible behind Baili Jia Jue...
The sunlight beamed on the earth.
In the attic of the Superior Compound, the Seventh Prince was sleeping on a wooden rope with a huge meat bun in his arms. When he was bored in his dream, he could take a few bites of it.
Helian Wei Wei sat by the window as she stretched her body. She rested her chin on her hand as she sank in her own thoughts.
Despite being physically exhausted, she was utterly sober. Her abdomen still hurt especially when her belly sagged every time she came out of the water.
"Woman, you're physically weak at this moment. I suggest you stay beside the Third Prince for now. Think about it, you still have at least, erm... three more times, yeah, three more times left," Yuan Ming said with a snicker.
Whitey transformed into a white cat as he took a lazy stroll. It said arrogantly, "What do you mean by three times?"
The devilish grin on Yuan Ming's face grew wider, "Of course, I'm talking about Yab-Yum."
"Yab-Yum?" Whitey was stunned before it turned to look at Helian Wei Wei with a frown.
Helian Wei Wei waved her hand, "I'll figure out something when the time comes."
"There are 16 days left," Yuan Ming reminded her with a grin.
Calm and composed, Helian Wei Wei answered, "So, we need to solve all the problems within 16 days." She picked up the invitation card that Tu Sufeng sent to her via a message-bearer. It was clearly written on the card that the third examination would be held in the academy. Then, all the new students would assemble in the middle of the hall and learn to bind with their respective mythological beast.
After that, they would need to prepare themselves for the examination that would be conducted at any time.
No one knew what the content of the examination was about.
Helian Wei Wei kept the invitation card and looked at the sky outside the window, "It's almost time. The students of the Superior Compound are on their way to the hall. Wake the Seventh Prince up, Whitey. We will pack and follow the others to the hall."
"Sure," Whitey answered with a cold tone. When it walked past Helian Wei Wei, it added, "The Battle Spirit Forces will not be able to finish things up so quickly. Watch out when you're searching for the mythological beast. If anything happens, bite your finger to summon me."
Helian Wei Wei acknowledged as she squinted. It seems like Whitey has sensed it too, that the White Academy is going to undergo changes...
The thunder rumbled!
And it resonated across the sky.
The huge raindrops repeatedly hit on the green tiles.
A man, who was holding an umbrella, stood under the dim light as if he was waiting for someone.
Yun Biluo, who was walking forward with the help of her maid, stopped in her tracks. She ordered the maid, "You take a stroll somewhere else."
"Yes, Miss Yun," The maid left the scene.
Yun Biluo walked forward. Seeing that there was no one around, she then knelt on one knee and greeted, "Young master."
"Arise," The man turned around. The sleeves of his clothes of superior quality were slightly rolled up. His long fingers were holding the umbrella as he studied her with his gaze. "It seems like the curse is working well on you."
Yun Biluo's body stiffened. "Yes."
"So, are you not working earnestly on my instructions?" The man raised his head and threw a glimpse at her. On his lips, there was a devilish aura that clashed with his appearance, "Do you think that you are completely taken care of just because you have built rapport with the Murong Residence? You're too naive, Biluo."
His eyes focused as he spoke.
Yun Biluo writhed in agony as her sweat gradually wet her forehead, "I've never thought so. It is very difficult to deliver any news to the palace recently. The Retired Emperor is still around. That old man has always disfavored me. If he finds out that I'm still alive, he will definitely annihilate me right away."
"Seemingly, you truly have no idea," The man glanced at her nonchalantly.
Yun Biluo tried to subdue the pain, "What is this about?"
"Baili Jia Jue is currently in the White Academy," The man gazed at the high-spirited crowd that was nearby.
Yun Biluo's face was painted with shock, "He's here? Why didn't Hei Zhu tell me about that?"
"Of course an average death knight will not find out about it," The man paused, then stared at her with a chilling gaze, "He will never be lenient to his subordinates who disobey him. If your sister doesn't return by tonight, she will most probably have to face a terrifying consequence." As he spoke, the man glanced at Yun BiLuo, "Go to him directly. You know better than me about what you should do. Every student will assemble at the hall today. Then, you will definitely spot him."
Upon finishing his words, the man held the umbrella up. He straightened his back and stood still in a perfect posture. He put on a smile that concealed all the senses of menace and danger from before and walked into the heavy rain.
Yun Biluo tried to suppress the overwhelming excitement and anxiety.
Even her fingers were shivering.
Finally, we are going to meet.
Your Highness...
Yun Biluo moved forward. She was going to explain about the incident that happened years before.
Then, His Highness would definitely forgive her.
Of course, it would be understandable even if His Highness refused to forgive her.
After all, if it was not for her, the fire would never have happened.
It was possible for him to continue to snub her because of the incident back then.
All of these scenarios were within Yun Biluo's expectations.
She did not mind facing any difficulties.
But, she was terrified by His Highness at that time.
It was as though she met the grim reaper who hailed from the underworld. He did not look like a human with the pair of beaming eyes and the blood on his face.
Her first reaction was to flee.
But, now she regretted her decision.
Being His Highness' follower for many years, her clothing and food were much better than the other maids.
His Highness had never mistreated her although he was young and innocent back then.
However, not knowing why, His Highness noticed her unfriendliness and hostility toward the other maids.
He did not do anything to her. It was only natural for him to not punish her.
It was well known that the Third Prince was always biased toward her.
However, the prince forbade her from touching him.
Consequently, Yun Biluo was immensely upset.
It was as if she was never close to the prince even though she spent all her time with him.
Therefore, she began to feel dissatisfied.
She was older than him and she was more knowledgeable than him. After many years of waiting, she felt resentful to witness him marrying another woman.
Therefore, she immediately agreed when the four influential families came to her.
She had never expected the presence of the chemical powder in the medicine. She never had the intention to ruin him. She only wanted to own him desperately...