Book 3: Chapter 6: Human Seal

Book 3: Chapter 6: Human Seal

Inside the villa.

Hong Hao Hao rubbed her stiff neck and looked at the middle-aged man who was staring into the water basin excitedly. She couldnt help but ask: Is there a need to stare at her like that? The paper cranes have already reported a bunch. Her cheap blood has almost been used up.

You dont understand. The man didnt even raise his head. To find Ruan Zhan, Yue Xiao Xia is the best bait.

I dont believe that. Hasnt he been gone for two months already?

I dont know what hes up to, but he will be back. The spirit treasure of the Daoist world, the bloodwood sword, is here. Whether someone walking the path of the Dao could bear leaving it is one thing. Leaving the sword in her hands proves how important she is to him. Therefore, he wont just toss her aside. Perhaps hes hovering nearby and I just havent sensed his aura. The man laughed but it sounded like an asthma attack. When necessary, I will be more ruthless.

The ghostly knocking last night wasnt ruthless enough? Hong Hao Hao put on a provocative pose, trying to attract the mans attention. However, she realized it was completely ineffective and was thus a little exasperated. Those unaware might think you have a peeping fetish.

Isnt peeping a good thing? To peep is to gather intelligence! Although I wasnt able to discover the extent of Ruan Zhans powers during the Bloody Mary affair, I at least found out the legendary bloodwood sword was actually in his hands.

Why dont you just capture Yue Xiao Xia? The precious sword is in her hands after all. Nothing you send will be of use unless you personally make a move.

Slow down, slow down, patience! The man finally seemed to notice Hong Hao Haos existence and pulled her into his arms. Capturing her would violate the laws of the world and provoke unnecessary problems. Furthermore, the news may not necessarily spread to the one surnamed Ruan. I will use some other method.

What about her?! Hong Hao Hao pointed at Gu Yu Fangs face in the water. Although we cant hear what shes saying, its obvious shes revealing things about the Flower Society!

No, she hasnt told her everything. Otherwise, Yue Xiao Xia wouldnt have such an expression. Curiosity, bashfulness, awkwardness, but not the slightest bit of alarm.

Then she must be talking about the physical pleasures? Hong Hao Hao laughed delicately. So theres no need to worry about her?

No, eliminate her!

So troublesome!

Isnt it due to your carelessness? The man said gently, but his tone contained a threat that made one shiver, making Hong Hao Hao immediately fall silent.

I, I never expected her to overdose and then randomly wake up afterwards without being affected by the befuddlement spell! You know your befuddlement spell penetrates through everything, and those it hits will completely enter dreamland. However, it doesnt work on people whose minds arent clear.

No need to explain, go do it. The man recovered his usual attitude. Gu Yu Fang has sworn the blood oath, hasnt she?

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Xiao Xia turned towards the sound. She saw Gu Yu Fang lying askew on the living room carpet, alternating between tears and laughter. Her limbs were gone, leaving behind withered stumps that writhed abnormally as she slowly crawled towards her.

Save me! She suddenly rose in the air and shot in front of Xiao Xias face.

Xiao Xia screamed and everything turned black.

She startled awake.

At that moment, she couldnt tell if this was a dream or not. Only after a few seconds did she realize it had been a nightmare. However, she also felt something sinister and abnormal in her room. She hurriedly gripped the bloodwood sword by her bed.

The bloodwood sword hadnt turned small again after the ghostly knocking because magic power was needed to seal it in wax. Therefore, Xiao Xia was forced to buy a high-quality fishing rod, put a bow on it and gift it to her director. Although it was a little inappropriate, she was able to use the fishing rods case to hide the bloodwood sword and carry it around.

The bloodwood sword was currently dim, not revealing much light. This proved that there wasnt anything foul in the room. Even if there had been, it was definitely already gone.

Actually, after encountering the ghostly knocking, she had already planned on moving into Ruan Zhans place. He wasnt there anyway and the formations were still in place. Furthermore Wan Li had the keys.

She suddenly understood that Ruan Zhan leaving Wan Li the keys wasnt to have him take care of his bar. It was to leave the ghost-warding fortress for her to use. If she was unlucky enough to once again encounter evil spirits, she could hide there. That way he could rest assured no matter how far away he went.

The thought made Xiao Xia feel complicated emotions. Comfort, anger, sorrow, despair and concern she might never see him again. She had resolutely decided not to go to the safe haven he provided, and didnt tell Wan Li anything either.

Perhaps it was a little silly but she had stubbornly thought: Since he could abandon everything and leave quietly, her wellbeing didnt need his concern. She wouldnt accept his gesture!

After all, there was nothing between them. They didnt even count as friends!

Actually, she wasnt willing to admit to that the reason she allowed herself to sink into such terror was because she wanted to know. Would Ruan Zhan appear if she encountered unstoppable, life-threatening danger? This was what she truly wanted deep down.

She wanted to know whether he cared about her. Therefore, she willfully chose to make this bet!

Dont be afraid!

She encouraged herself and forced herself off the warm bed. She walked through her entire place in the dark. The bloodwood sword showed no reaction, proving there was nothing abnormal in the room. However, she felt a strong sense of alarm and unease. After far too many encounters, she trusted her own intuition.

Could something have happened to Gu Yu Fang?!

Thinking of this, she hurriedly dialed Wan Lis number.