Chapter 19

“Is the contradiction so significant?”

Wen Li’s words sparked a trace of interest in Fu Qian.

Appearance, demeanor, speech.

From whichever angle one looked, she was the very model of a damsel from a distinguished family.

It was hard to imagine she would speak of slapping someone.

Haha!

Wen Li gave a weak smile and sighed.

“To speak of direct contradiction, it might not be so, but he indeed caused me significant trouble, and he himself is quite disagreeable.”

Trouble?

Fu Qian probably guessed what the issue was.

“Arranged marriage?”

“Mr. Fu is really intelligent, you guessed it right away.”

Wen Li looked at Fu Qian with surprise, her face showing admiration.

If someone else had been praised like this by a beauty, chances are they would’ve been quite flattered.

Unfortunately, Fu Qian was entirely unmoved by this.

Having dealt with Young Master Qin for so many years, he was very clear that for such second-generation individuals, commercial expressions were practically a Skill, whether it was surprise or flattery, their credibility was doubtful.

“Yes, I know many people envy my background, but being born in such a family, really, a lot of things are out of my control, and sometimes I feel suffocated. Can you understand that, Mr. Fu?”

“I can imagine.”

Fu Qian nodded.

“But I generally attribute such feelings to having eaten too much and feeling stuffed.”

Wen Li’s face froze.

“You were born into a wealthy family, not a family of immortals; did you expect to have no troubles at all? On the bright side, at least you don’t have to trade vast amounts of time, energy, or even your body, working yourself to death just for a bite to eat.”

“Even with a full belly, you can occasionally put on an act of being profound.”

Uh…

Only after a long silence did Wen Li speak.

“Mr. Fu, you really see things clearly, your free and easy nature is enviable.”

“No need to envy, freedom is derived from power.”

…

“Indeed, surviving today was totally thanks to you, and seeing someone not fall behind Master Ji in a fight is a first for me.”

“Oh?”

Fu Qian’s interest was piqued.

“What Tier is that Master Ji?”

“This… shouldn’t you know better than I would?”

Wen Li looked puzzled.

“As far as I know, Master Ji was a Sixth Phase Transcendent five years ago, and now his power is utterly unfathomable.”

That middle-aged Mr. Ji was already Sixth Phase?

Fu Qian frowned.

After a few exchanges, he was confident that Old Ji was no match for him, so by that reckoning, wasn’t he at least a Sixth Phase Transcendent as well?

Thugs are as terrifying as ever!

After reflecting, Fu Qian turned to look at Wen Li.

“Speaking of which, I want to ask, you’re at least supposed to be a Transcendent, and according to outside rumors, you’re even likely to be a Sixth Phase, so how can you be fragile to such an extent?”

“That’s the frustrating part about the psychic system.”

Wen Li forced a bitter smile.

“The rumors are not wrong, I’m indeed close to being Sixth Phase, but compared to you with your ‘iron bones and copper heads’ of the physical system, we in the psychic system are just too vulnerable.

Transcendents are divided into nine Phases, with seven, eight, and nine being the initial Tier; four, five, and six the Middle Tier; before advancing to Middle Tier, improvements to the psychic system’s vitality are hardly noticeable.

And my ability is rather special, almost the least aggressive type within the psychic system, so…”

“No need to envy, brainless warriors have always been a man’s romance. By the way, what exactly is your Skill?”

Fu Qian was first hearing a complete description of this world’s Supernatural System, so naturally, he wouldn’t miss this chance to learn more.

“A mirror, you may understand it like that.”

Wen Li did not conceal her secret.

“I can sense the emotions of those around me, joy, anger, sorrow, hatred, desire, etc.

The emotions of the people around me are like mirrors reflecting onto me; the stronger and closer the emotions, the clearer the reflection.”

“On one hand, it makes me quite perceptive, not easily deceived by others; but at the same time, for a long period, this ability caused me great trouble.

I was forced to feel other people’s emotions all the time, almost pushing me to the brink of a mental breakdown.”

“In fact, this is also why I detest Ye Yang. When I’m slightly closer to him, what I sense is particularly displeasing!”

“Mr. Fu is different, although your power is too strong for me to sense much, at least one thing I can confirm, that is you truly bear no malice.”

“So that’s how it is; it seems you’ve had a talk with your father just now?”

Fu Qian said, finding this ability somewhat novel.

“Of course, otherwise why would my father be at ease leaving.”

“In fact, over the years as my ability has grown, my perception became more sensitive, and while I can slightly influence the emotions of others—”

Wen Li revealed a playful smile.

“Now, going against my will has become a rather difficult affair.”

“I see the big picture now.”

In a sense, the psychic system’s abilities still have their unique advantages, providing far greater value in specific situations than the physical system could.

However, based on what she could currently achieve, Wen Li’s reputation as an imminent Sixth Phase seemed a bit empty.

“Sometimes, I truly wish I didn’t have such a Talent; it invites trouble while failing to protect my own family.”

Wen Li sighed, again assuming the guise of a pampered young lady.

“You always have to look on the bright side; if it weren’t for that ability, Young Master Ye might not have given you a second glance.”

Fu Qian’s comforting Skill was always at hellish levels.

Surprise flashed across Wen Li’s face.

“You know about that!

Indeed, before I became like this, although there were some business interactions, I was hardly given due respect, let alone such proactive help. But I fear they will be disappointed with my quasi-Sixth Phase status.”