Chapter 18: A Mind Full of Wicked Schemes
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"So those words Sister just spoke?"
Li Shiyao, a pure saintess, could never have imagined such a brutal scene. How could such a heavenly-looking sister endure daily torment from a demon!
"Master instructed me to speak that way…"
Ye Qinghan was now fully immersed in the role, his expression like a caged bird or a fish in a net. His eyes held no glimmer of light, and all he saw was endless torment and humiliation—a truly pitiable sight.
Though nonexistent, Ye Qinghan's vivid portrayal made it seem utterly real in Li Shiyao's eyes!
"Sister is already like a mud Buddha crossing the river—how could I bear to watch you walk into a trap? My outburst earlier stemmed from my unwillingness to see you stubbornly clinging to delusion. I hope you won't hold it against me, little sister!"
"With such kindness from my sister, how could I possibly blame her?"
One dared to speak, the other dared to believe!
But this was only between them. If it were anyone else on Ye Qinghan's side, they wouldn't believe such a thing, because Ye Qinghan was absolutely not the type to suffer injustice!
The same held true for Li Shiyao. She rarely trusted what others said, but she believed this beautiful, kind sister!
And yet, these two girls had come together!
One was full of cunning schemes! The other was pure as snow!
"What can I do to save you, Sister?"
Li Shiyao was on the verge of tears, utterly distraught. She desperately wanted to save Sister Qinghan but had no idea how!
"Don't worry, little sister. I have a way out. Just heed my advice—stay completely unconnected to this Su Cheng!"
"Alright, big sister, rest assured. Shiyu doesn't like him anymore! Even if he's dashing and charming! Tall and handsome! A master of seduction! I… I just don't like him!"
"That's the spirit!"
Ye Qinghan's mind was racing with calculations.
"Excellent. In that case, I can recommend someone for you!"
Ye Qinghan believed that once Li Shiyu became a disciple of the Heavenly Dao Pavilion, everything would likely return to its proper course.
As for Li Shiyu's fate, that was none of Ye Qinghan's concern. She certainly wouldn't feel sorry for some brainless saintess she'd met only once, much less let her master bear the Heavenly Mandate for her sake!
"Who?"
Li Shiyu blinked her eyes, waiting impatiently. Ye Qinghan remained silent, holding her tongue, nearly driving her to distraction!
"Sis, just tell me already!"
"Ah, never mind. Little sister, though you possess some talent, this person might not even notice you."
"Who is it? I won't hide it from you, Sister. I'm actually the Holy Maiden of the Sacred Mountain. The elders say there isn't a man in the world who wouldn't adore me!"
Ye Qinghan, heh, I thought so too back then!
Later I realized that to win over the Master, relying solely on innate charm just wasn't enough!
"Have you heard of the head of the Heavenly Dao Pavilion? He's dashing and charismatic, with extraordinary power—a true hero descended from the heavens!"
"I've heard of him. That creepy-looking guy over there? I don't like him. The way he stares at me always sends shivers down my spine."
Ye Qinghan froze. Though this guy was usually clueless, his taste in men seemed surprisingly sharp!
But no way—my master is mine!
So Ye Qinghan decided to just make something up!
"Little sister, you don't know—that was Master Cheng observing your aptitude and examining your destiny. Judging by this, Master Cheng seems to have taken a liking to you!"
"Is that so?" Li Shiyao looked utterly astonished.
"Of course! Master Cheng ascended to her position at such a young age. If you joined her, wouldn't you be sitting on a path to immortality? Besides, she treats her disciples with respect and care, and the sect is filled with harmony."
"But just now you said she treats her First Disciple coldly!"
"That's all what Master told me to say! If I don't follow Master's instructions, I'll get whipped again when I return!"
Ye Qinghan's words stirred a fresh wave of grievance within her, making Shi Yao feel like crying along with her.
Shi Yao glanced back at Su Cheng, then at Cheng Liang in the distance, her heart filled with mixed emotions…
But this Cheng Liang… he really wasn't as handsome as Master Su!
The elder was absolutely right—handsome men are never good for anything!
And he actually dared to whip my sister!
Meanwhile, Ye Qinghan regretted bringing her master along. A master this handsome should be chained to her bedside for her private enjoyment!
Tall trees catch the wind! When one's master is handsome, it inevitably draws unwanted attention!
"Anyway, did you remember what Sister said?"
"Mm, Shiyu remembers it all!"
Shiyao stared at Su Cheng. He was still as handsome as ever, but she desperately wanted to kick him a couple of times!
But remembering her sister was still in this villain's hands, she managed to suppress the urge…
Soon, the secret realm would open. Ye Qinghan finally ended the agonizing task of entertaining the child. Now, it was time to explore the secret realm with her master!
Ye Qinghan slowly approached Su Cheng, tugging at her master's sleeve to signal the secret realm's imminent opening.
Su Cheng chuckled, ruffled the fox-like head, then followed Ye Qinghan away. He had no desire to waste time chatting with this bunch of old fools either.
"What's this? Miss Qinghan still hasn't weaned? Why didn't you bring the wet nurse along?"
Ye Qinghan smiled, turning her head to reveal a "kind" expression.
"I advise you not to go in. If I catch you, I'll chop off your feet and shove them down your throat!"
"I look forward to meeting Miss Qinghan inside. Last time, Miss Qinghan's performance was rather lackluster. I hope you've improved this time."
Su Cheng glanced at the woman conversing with Ye Qinghan. He’d been better off not looking—the sight sent a chill down his spine…
【I really shouldn't have come! Why are there only troublesome women here? The one just now was the Holy Maiden of the Sacred Mountain, and this one is even more formidable! She's the Princess of the Kingdom! The eldest daughter of the Human Emperor!】
【Dongfang Jue!】
【You can't kill this one! You can't touch that one! Why must every woman have some connection to Cheng Liang?】
【The Holy Maiden might be manageable, but Dongfang Jue? She's a princess who can shift the world's balance. She's untouchable for now… Otherwise, for the way you spoke to my disciple, I'd chop you into pieces and feed you to the dogs!】
Ye Qinghan froze. How could his master know everyone?
He had long suspected it—could his master see into the future?
Back at the initiation ceremony, he’d genuinely intended to join the Celestial Path Pavilion—yet his master had known all along.
The same went for that Holy Maiden. With just one glance, Master understood the trials she would face. This was far beyond what mere destiny could explain.
If what my master said was true, would Dongfang Jue also become one of Cheng Liang's concubines?
Heh, Cheng Liang really is a lucky man!
"Heh, you little slut, we'll meet inside~"
Before Ye Qinghan could devise a plan to deal with this princess, the reckless Shangguan Rou passed by her side and suddenly added another cold remark.
Ye Qinghan narrowed her eyes slightly and chuckled softly, turning to look at her master.
"In that case, Master, please wait for Qinghan outside. Your disciple will handle everything cleanly."
At that moment, Ye Qinghan found it rather amusing. Aren't they all people who reshape the world?
Who isn't? Hmph.
【Wait! No! Qinghan smiled, but life and death are unpredictable! What does 'cleanly' even mean?】
【Oh no! Everything's gone haywire!】
【According to the world's course, Dongfang Jue would face danger in the secret realm. Ye Qinghan would save her, their past grievances resolved, and Dongfang Jue would come to know Cheng Liang!】
【From then on, Dongfang Jue and Cheng Liang would exchange flirtatious glances, eventually falling in love!】
【But now, Ye Qinghan is my own disciple! And judging by that look, she intends to kill Dongfang Jue. What on earth am I supposed to do?】
Ye Qinghan narrowed his fox-like eyes. So that's how it is~
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