Chapter 503 - 228: Delivering Themselves to the Door
Chapter 503: Chapter 228: Delivering Themselves to the Door
Although the East Sea and the Eastern Domain are close, the vast ocean is a world unto itself.
Therefore, there was rarely any interaction between them.
Luo Shuqing had been so terrified after being poisoned by her brother that she fled to the Golden Bell Tower, seeking protection from Xu Zhiyin.
This, in turn, gave Zuo Xuan and Zuo Hong the opportunity to come to the Eastern Domain.
However, while he was mindful of the Eastern Domain’s Jianghu people, he didn’t consider them a major concern.
Fang Shuwen had already made a name for himself as the Demon Evil God in the Eastern Domain. A trip to the Northern Domain later, and the two words "Human World" were added as a prefix to his title.
But in Zuo Xuan’s eyes, this fearsome reputation, while noteworthy, was nothing more.
He had never been to the Northern Domain, nor did he know just how formidable the legendary Northern Domain Sword God, Ye Wufeng, truly was.
He wasn’t even sure what kind of masters the Seven Great Sects of the Eastern Domain truly possessed.
So, his impression of Fang Shuwen was vague. He knew the man was formidable, but he couldn’t grasp the true extent of his power.
This was especially true after seeing Fang Shuwen in person... It felt as if the legend and the reality were two different things.
The Fang Shuwen before him, though somewhat aloof, possessed an even more prominent gentle and refined aura.
He was, above all, far too handsome. Where was the slightest trace of a menacing Evil God?
This inevitably led Zuo Xuan to feel that the man’s reputation was undeserved.
That was precisely why he had subconsciously interfered that day in the private teahouse room.
Later, after Xu Zhiyin gave Luo Shuqing a good scare, the normally placid young lady uncharacteristically lost her temper with them.
Utterly loyal to her, Zuo Xuan swallowed his pride and knelt before Fang Shuwen to admit his mistake.
But only he knew how much of that apology was sincere.
But now... Fang Shuwen had gone out for a bit, casually dragged back Heart-Cutting Lu Ying’er, one of the Seven Fiends of the Dark Sea, and tossed all the others into the sea...
Only then did he finally realize that the four words "Human World Demon God" were no empty title.
But after mulling over Fang Shuwen’s words, he grew confused.
"But... you want her to create a disguise for the young lady? This... this... Will she even agree to that?"
Fang Shuwen thought for a moment and said,
"I’ll ask her in a bit."
Zuo Xuan didn’t know what Fang Shuwen was waiting for, but a glance at Lu Ying’er revealed a very strange expression on her face.
Qian Bu’er had worn the exact same expression before. After Fang Shuwen had merely tapped a finger on him, the man had spilled everything.
’He’s using some technique on her, isn’t he?’
Zuo Xuan watched cautiously, not daring to speak another word.
What Qian Bu’er had said placed immense pressure on him. He was even tempted to persuade Luo Shuqing to just forget the whole thing and return to the Eastern Domain.
But he knew that even if they did return, this band of sea-farers would likely storm the Eastern Domain in search of Luo Shuqing.
If the people of the Eastern Domain were to find out, there was no telling how things would spiral out of control.
The current situation was far more serious than they had ever imagined.
As a result, Zuo Xuan was at a complete loss, with no idea what to do.
Luo Shuqing took advantage of the moment to steal a glance at Fang Shuwen before whispering,
"I really don’t have any ’Profound Celestial Iron Mirror’ on me. If you don’t believe me... y-you can search my person..."
"That won’t be necessary."
Fang Shuwen waved his hand dismissively.
"I believe you."
......
Luo Shuqing’s hands clenched the fabric of her dress. Finally, she let out a soft, "Mm."
The cabin fell silent once more. After a long moment, Fang Shuwen finally spoke.
"That should be enough time."
With that, he reached out and tapped Lu Ying’er.
He then said to her,
"I can release your Mute Acupoint now.
"Furthermore, I promise I’ll let you die a quick death. You won’t feel a thing...
"But in return, you must help me. Give this woman a new face.
"Nod if you agree. If not, we’ll continue."
Hearing Fang Shuwen’s words clearly, Lu Ying’er shuddered and nodded frantically.
Zuo Xuan and Zuo Hong’s eyes went wide.
’That’s all it took?’
’What in the world did Lu Ying’er just go through?’
’What terrifying technique did this Human World Demon God use?’
’How could he make someone agree to help, even when they knew death was certain?’
Fang Shuwen smiled.
"A wise choice."
As he spoke, he jabbed a finger at her Qi Sea Dantian.
A wave of Gang Qi instantly filled the cabin.
Fang Shuwen first destroyed the foundation of her cultivation, preventing her from putting on a show of suicide by severing her own heart meridians. This also eliminated any chance of her taking Luo Shuqing hostage.
Only then did he release Lu Ying’er’s Mute Acupoint.
The woman took a deep breath and glanced cautiously at Fang Shuwen.
"I... I need my tools..."
"Where are they?"
"In the cabin I was staying in, under my bed."
"Wait here."
After saying this, Fang Shuwen glanced at Zuo Xuan and Zuo Hong.
"Watch her. I’ll be right back."
Before leaving, he also shot Zhou Zhengze a meaningful look.
He meant for Zhou Zhengze to keep an eye on things in the cabin and ensure no one feigned compliance.
But Zhou Zhengze... didn’t get it.
He just blinked his clear, innocent eyes at Fang Shuwen, looking somewhat concerned.
’The kid probably thinks my eye is twitching...’
A lump of frustration formed in his chest. Fang Shuwen was suddenly reminded of another oddball he’d met in the Northern Domain. What was his name again...? He couldn’t even recall it now.
He shook his head in exasperation, then executed his Body Technique and returned to the other cabin.
He quickly found the tools she needed under Lu Ying’er’s bed.