324 - It Turns Out, They Are the Protagonists

The Fan Fiction Website Search Fan Fiction Complete Works Ongoing Series Rankings Home > Fan Fiction > Turns Out, They’re the Protagonists Turns Out, They’re the Protagonists Chapter 324 Author: ccc Though she usually protected him, she never allowed him to get close to her. Even when he showed signs of improvement, his nature as a typical playboy remained unchanged. He treated her like air while flirting with other girls, telling them sweet lies. A maid as aloof as a snow queen should logically never have any intimate contact with such a rake. But he wasn't always hiding behind her for protection; when it was about defending the girl behind him, he was willing to stake his life... truly risk it. That's why, during that heavenly ordeal, he fell from the peak of the Fourth Grade of Refinement to its early stage. It was only then that Wei Mengrou realized she liked Mu Zhian. Exactly when she started liking him, she didn't know; the martial evaluation was just a minor catalyst. With little memory of her past, she craved love yet pushed others away. Such a twisted personality could probably only be truly liked by someone like Mu Zhian from then until now. She didn't have much confidence in her beauty, but at least he liked it, and that was enough for her. Even though Mu Zhian seemed surrounded by a number of girls now, the feelings between a maid and her master were only just beginning to sprout. However, it's not too late for anything. After all, Wei Mengrou was different from the other girls. She had an advantage they didn't. She was the personal maid. Even when they were fighting over him, the maid might be in the room receiving the master's request, standing superior, berating him with disdainful words while stepping on him. Just like when Bai Ruoxi passed by the room, and she controlled the master's lifeline with her legs inside. Or like now, Bai Ruoxi was meditating in her room, Qian'er went to consult Yao Meng仙 about techniques, yet they were beneath the courtyard... You can fight over Mu Zhian all you like, but as his personal maid, even if the sky falls, it has nothing to do with me. “……” After a long while, they parted lips, Wei Mengrou's eyes slightly dazed, exhaling warm breaths, her beautiful eyes moist and misty. "Sorry, I couldn't help it," Mu Zhian said softly, looking at Wei Mengrou who was just inches away. Wei Mengrou shot him a disdainful glance, saying nothing. "Are you angry?" Mu Zhian asked. "You were reckless. If someone saw, how would you explain it to them?" Wei Mengrou's tone held a chill. Then she blinked her beautiful eyes, the corners of her mouth slightly curving into a faint smile. "But, if you ask whether I disliked it, well, not really." Although this comment from the maid moved Mu Zhian's heart, considering they were in the courtyard and not a room, he restrained his inner excitement. At this moment, Wei Mengrou seemed to remember something, looking towards the direction of Bai Ruoxi's room. She suddenly said, "By the way, you might need to prepare for a screening formation." "When returning to the virtual state from the refining state, the spiritual energy in the body will be attracted by the heavenly ordeal. If a demon cultivator undergoes the ordeal within the sect, it will be exposed." Mu Zhian raised an eyebrow, immediately understanding Wei Mengrou's implication: "Are you saying Ruoxi’s identity as a three-tailed fox?" Bai Ruoxi is a half-blood between a demon and a human. Although the sect has long been aware of this and doesn’t mind, if it's exposed, it might still affect the sect's reputation. Naturally, if it can be hidden, that would prevent unnecessary troubles. If so, it's indeed necessary to be prepared in advance. After all, with Bai Ruoxi's current speed of cultivation, she might reach the virtual state in a year or so. However, how to shield the demonic aura when reaching the virtual state, at the moment, he had no clue. Perhaps he should ask Yao Meng仙 tonight... As Mu Zhian thought of this, he lay down on Wei Mengrou’s flawless, soft legs, enjoying a sensation even better than a pillow while pondering these thoughts. Speaking of which, he was curious how Yao Meng and Qian'er were doing now… He watched as Wei Mengrou tidied her slightly disheveled dress, his thoughts drifting far away. ... Meanwhile, on the other side. If Mu Zhian were a cake, then Ye Qian had just stumbled upon Yao Meng finishing it. Facing her former revered master, Ye Qian’s mind was a mess, unsure how to react. Yao Meng appeared unusually calm, her eyes gentle as she looked at the girl unsure of how to face the world-renowned and pure-hearted immortal before her. A pure and alluring face, eyes like a painting, lively and charming, cherry lips slightly pursed, her head hung low, as if she didn’t know how to converse with the widely-regarded virtuous fairy. Eventually, Ye Qian mustered the courage to speak, “Master… if there's nothing else, I’ll take my leave.” Yao Meng watched Ye Qian's slender figure turning to leave and finally spoke. “When you saw me with your brother Mu just now, were you excited?” Ye Qian’s steps halted almost instantly, slowly turning her head, looking incredulously at Yao Meng who'd now donned a green dress. Yao Meng smiled fondly, approaching Ye Qian, gently caressing her pretty face. “Don't be surprised, the Dao of Yaodi Holy Land can sense emotional changes. Just now, I felt no anger from you upon seeing me with your brother Mu.” Ye Qian’s eyes flickered, reluctant to admit it: “You misunderstand… I respect you, I just don’t want our connection to be ruined over brother Mu…” “Close your eyes then.” Yao Meng raised her delicate hand, covering Ye Qian's eyes. Stepping forward slightly, she leaned down, whispering into Ye Qian’s ear, “Imagine the scene of me kissing your beloved brother Mu.” In that moment, Ye Qian’s mind uncontrollably imagined the scenario. Her cherished brother Mu holding the fairy’s waist, bending down to kiss her soft lips, whispering sweet nothings in her ear... Ye Qian's heart unconsciously raced, filling with an indescribable excitement and jealousy... Then, realizing something, she gently pushed Yao Meng’s hand away, lowering her head when faced with Yao Meng’s teasing gaze, and softly said, “Seems everything’s evident to you…” Yao Meng’s emerald eyes glinted with a hint of laughter, “Perhaps our compatibility is due to this.” Previously when she was trapped in the Shrine, with Ye Qian’s arrival, she sensed an extraordinarily high compatibility. Originally she thought it was pure affinity, but since Mu Zhian’s realization of his unusual penchant, Yao Meng had become aware. The compatibility between her and Qian'er wasn’t due to affinity, but… the green and the one being cheated on. “You have basically mastered the Sacred Lotus of the Pure World’s techniques, what remains is single-hearted cultivation. I have nothing more to teach you,” Yao Meng suddenly said. Upon hearing this, Ye Qian immediately looked up at Yao Meng’s serene and stunning face, as if about to speak. But then, Yao Meng’s tone shifted to a contemplative one. “Yet honestly, whether it's on the path of cultivation or otherwise, I still have much to teach you.” “Not just in cultivation… After all, there’s more to life than just cultivation.” Facing this seemingly innocent girl, Yao Meng slightly bent down, leaning into Ye Qian's ear, her supple voice softly echoing in the girl’s ear. “Next time, I'll teach you something unrelated to cultivation.” “I think, your brother Mu will also be quite happy.” Chapter 298: The Treasure of the Nine Provinces·Mu Zhian After waiting in the courtyard for half an hour, Mu Zhian sensed a wisp of Ye Qian's spiritual energy drifting from the quiet path behind him. Reluctantly, Mu Zhian rose from Wei Mengrou’s exquisite legs, turning to the girl approaching him. Ye Qian, catching Mu Zhian’s gaze, looked up briefly at the young man, recalling what Yao Meng had just said. Her eyes flickered with a trace of shyness, and she quickly sped off. “Qian’er…” Mu Zhian attempted to call her back through sound transmission. Ye Qian paused momentarily, glanced back at Mu Zhian, and quietly said, “Sorry, I have some matters to attend to, brother Mu; let’s talk next time.” Without giving Mu Zhian a chance to react, she hurried away from the courtyard. What exactly did Yao Meng discuss with her? Qian’er didn’t seem very angry, yet her reaction was peculiar… Something was amiss. Mu Zhian, troubled, bade farewell to Wei Mengrou: “Mengrou sister, I’ll go check on Yao Meng… Some things are concerning me.” Yao Meng wasn’t one to force her disciple or separate lovers, but what did she say to Qian’er… Her unusual response still nagged at him. Leaving the courtyard, Mu Zhian walked down a quiet path. Soon, he found Yao Meng仙, her skin like glistening snow, in a serene abode. Yao Meng looked at him with a smile full of amusement, "You really do care about Qian'er, don't you?" She paused slightly before continuing, "Rest assured, I wouldn't do something like forcing Qian'er to leave you... after all, she is my disciple." "Of course, I trust Sister Immortal's words... but what exactly did you say to her? When she left earlier, her expression seemed a bit strange," Mu Zhian inquired, seeking clarity. Yao Meng glanced at Mu Zhian with a meaningful look and said softly, "You will understand in due time." She casually shifted the topic, "Northern Continent is different from Eastern Continent. The entire North is controlled by the Demon Realm Empress. Now that she's absorbed the essence of the First Demon Emperor, once she refines it, the power of the North will be far stronger than it is now." "If possible, you should also strive to improve your own strength. After refining your spirit to the virtual state, you’ll have the power to protect yourself." "Sister Immortal makes a good point. I'll work hard on my cultivation… but you've always been within me, and even if the Demon Realm Empress refines the essence in the future, it wouldn't make sense for her to target me immediately, would it?" Mu Zhian asked, puzzled. This didn't quite sound like something Yao Meng would concern herself with. As long as the cauldron is filled, she would remain hidden within his natural furnace, and even if the Demon Realm Empress proves formidable, the East, though fragmented, would surely rally to defend against an external threat. Moreover, no matter how hard he tries, achieving the virtual state in a year is simply not feasible. "The issue with the Demon Realm Empress is one reason, but there's another," Yao Meng paused, her enticing eyes meeting Mu Zhian's, her tempting red lips curving into a subtle smile. "I also wish to see whether your natural furnace can evolve once again after you refine your spirit to the virtual state." If you desire me, just admit it… Mu Zhian nodded sincerely, "I will diligently cultivate to reach the virtual state as soon as possible to provide Sister Immortal with sufficient spiritual energy..." Yao Meng observed Mu Zhian with a faint smile, "Ordinarily you're quite polite, yet once in bed, all restraint seems to vanish." Mu Zhian chuckled, "That's only because Sister Immortal is so enchanting that sometimes controlling my desires becomes difficult..." He paused, then asked, "Did the First Demon Emperor choose to burn his essence in a desperate fight because of the Demon Realm Empress?" He decided to trust Yao Meng. Since she claimed not to have said anything odd to Qian'er, he chose to believe her. Yao Meng nodded slightly, "You guessed right. I think Lady Shiyan was worried that delay might lead to complications over time… though her cooperation with the Demon Realm Empress did surprise me." "Demon cultivators and ordinary cultivators are like fire and water..." Mu Zhian knew these matters well. In the Eastern Continent, demon cultivators were hunted, and likewise, if cultivators were discovered in the demon realm, it would cause massive trouble. In such a climate, for the mysterious Sect Master of the sacred Yin-Yang Sect to secretly cooperate with the Demon Realm Empress… if this got out, it would stir a great commotion. "Sect Master sister..." Mu Zhian began to say something. Yao Meng cast a glance at Mu Zhian. With a gently smiling gaze, Mu Zhian quickly corrected, "The Sect Master likely collaborated with the Demon Realm Empress to avoid sacrificing disciples from the sect, right?" Yao Meng nodded in satisfaction. The address 'sister' was reserved for her alone, the Sect Master is the Sect Master, no need for familial titles. Then she shook her head, "Shiyan is an absolutely rational person; she must know the consequences of handing the First Demon Emperor’s essence to the Demon Realm Empress." "Even so, she chose to work with the Demon Realm Empress, which is indeed puzzling?" Mu Zhian picked up the thread. He recalled the image of the black-robed mistress of the sect, a perpetually enigmatic figure, the one person he couldn’t fathom. He knew he was a crucial pawn under her command, yet her actions this time were particularly baffling. Allowing the Demon Realm Empress to grow stronger, no matter how you looked at it, seemed disadvantageous for the Eastern Continent. What exactly was she trying to achieve…? Was it merely to deal with the faltering First Demon Emperor? Or perhaps, to save the lives of the sect's disciples as much as possible? In the world, the only two people capable of restraining the First Demon Emperor were Qingdi Yao Meng in the past, who directly subdued him, and the current Demon Realm Empress. Although the First Demon Emperor had been sealed for a millennium, back then he was a figure that struck terror across the Nine Provinces. The Demon Realm Empress was able to defeat him purely because she could restrain him. "When the First Demon Emperor died, he had no storage ring on his hand; it likely remains in the Shrine. If you have the chance, take a look." Yao Meng suddenly remarked offhandedly, "There should be quite a few valuable items inside." The storage ring left by the First Demon Emperor…? Mu Zhian's eyes lit up with excitement. That was the former leader of the demon realm, his left-behind treasures... how many heavenly materials and earthly treasures could there be? If the natural furnace could refine many heavenly materials and earthly treasures, it would expedite sending Ruoxi and the others to the virtual state... With these thoughts in mind, Mu Zhian found himself somewhat absent-minded. After exchanging a few more words with Yao Meng, he took his leave and headed to the small pavilion where the spirit dragon resided. The storage ring left by the First Demon Emperor was undoubtedly priceless. However, rushing into the Shrine to retrieve it was currently impossible. After all, given the recent events, the Law Enforcement Hall would certainly seal off the Shrine for the time being and not allow any disciple to enter. Under normal circumstances, only the Elders would be permitted access. --- Mu Zhian pondered the situation, the prospects and risks swirling in his mind as he made his way forward.