Book 5: Chapter 53: Wedding

Book 5: Chapter 53: Wedding

Were arranging a marriage! This was the first thing Ruan Zhan said after getting back.

Who are you marrying? Wan Li was baffled. Are you following Yang Mu Yous example? Did some tribal beauty catch your eye?

Its a wedding for you and Xiao Xia.

That.well Im very willing. I just dont know if my little bride will agree. Wan Li tilted his chin and smiled at Xiao Xia as he spoke.

Alright, I agree. But whats the plan? Xiao Xia knew Ruan Zhan wouldnt just randomly say something like this. It must be part of his strategy to defeat Guan Zheng. Therefore, she responded without thinking.

We cant wait for him to come. We have to lure him out. That way well have the initiative. We must be able to choose the time, location and outcome. Ruan Zhan said.

His Gu had erupted a minute ago once again. The pain wasnt the only issue. It also meant his control was slipping. Therefore, he had to quickly deal with Guan Zheng.

Waiting for the best opportunity would only allow their powerful opponent to come armed to the teeth. There was no benefit to it. Forcing him to make a hurried move, without any time to arrange traps, would give them some advantage. This was like in martial arts, where speed is king. Therefore, they had to be quick and seize the initiative.

But Guan Zheng is no fool. Will he take the bait? Xiao Xia was worried.

Hes not just no fool. Hes actually very shrewd. Otherwise, he couldnt have set up such a ruse. Perverts usually all have high IQs. Wan Li laughed lightly. However, his urge to possess is too strong. Despite knowing its a trap, he will still step in it. He definitely wouldnt allow a repeat of the situation where a woman he has his eyes on tries to marry another man. He would rather die. Might as well grant him his wish.

Thats right. However, he will still make careful preparations. We must do the same. Ruan Zhan said. Well see who has the last laugh.

If he ends up being a pussy and doesnt come steal the bride, shouldnt this wedding count? Wan Li asked half-jokingly. It thats the case, youll have come as Miss Yue and will return as Mrs. Wan. We cant make false vows in front of the god of all things after all. Otherwise, well enrage the heavens.

Ugh, this guy!

Xiao Xia wanted to respond. Her mouth hung open for a while but she finally let out a long sigh and didnt speak. Her head almost dropped to the floor in helplessness. She really couldnt do anything about him. The more important the moment, the more he joked around. Even if the sky collapsed he would probably use it as a blanket.

Dont look at him. He cant be your groom. Seeing Xiao Xia look towards Ruan Zhan, Wan Li explained. He must play the role of the trump card.

Ruan Zhan couldnt help but meet Xiao Xias gaze for a second, but he immediately looked away. I found a treasure in the woods. Can you guess what it is?

What a coincidence. Xiao Xia and I also found a treasure. We can play a guessing game to pass my last night as a bachelor.

The wedding was set for the next evening.

There were only three people present: the groom, the bride and the witness.

This was a strange wedding. Apart from seeking the bride, they didnt know what other customs the Su Su tribe had for their weddings. They could only proceed with a perfunctory Chinese wedding.

The red tablecloth and relatively sumptuous food was brought over from the village by Ruan Zhan. The groom and the witness were in t-shirts, jeans and sneakers. Only the bride was dressed-up a little with a thin layer of makeup and wearing the wedding dress of memories and embroidered shoes Witch Doctor Ah Bai had made.

Are you purposefully trying to attract me? Wan Li looked Xiao Xia up and down. Her face was fair, her eyes bright and her lips glistening and tender. Didnt expect a lass like you to be quite something when you dress up.

Obviously. I was always someone loved and adored by all! Besides, even if its fake, this is still my first time being married off. I naturally have to treat it more seriously.

Dont you say a word! Wan Li took a step back. Your image is immediately ruined the moment you speak. So fierce! Ah Zhan, what say you?

It proves that she is without a doubt Xiao Xia. Ruan Zhan let out a rare smile. It also proves she hasnt been possessed or replaced by someone!

He had noticed Xiao Xias beautiful appearance, but he wouldnt look a second time. Not only did it make his heart thump wildly, it also made him feel a stab of jealousy.

Despite having known this, Xiao Xia still found it hard to believe at this moment. Although she had never liked him, she always thought he was an upright person. She had greatly admired him. Now, this impression was completely overturned.

As the saying goes, one may know a person for a long time without understanding his true nature. One can never judge a book by its cover!

Who would have thought an overly-righteous lawyer who worked at a non-profit law firm without caring about money and status was actually someone who used despicable and filthy means to seize wealth, rob others of love and slaughter innocents. He was scum who even killed his own parents!

You knew its a trap? Ruan Zhan asked despite knowing the answer. Then why did you still come?

You clearly know. Didnt you use this to lure me out? Guan Zheng sneered coldly and looked towards Xiao Xia.

Its fine regardless why you came. Anyone who shows up is a guest! Wan Li joked. However, if youre here to attend my wedding, please stand to the side. My wife and I are about to finalize the process. Its weird if you stand in the center. Its like youre offering yourself up as a sacrifice.

It was still fine when Guan Zheng didnt look at Wan Li. The moment he did, he recalled Wan Li acting all kinds of intimate with Xiao Xia and recalled him claiming to be her boyfriend. His anger immediately flared. He swung his hand and flung a green orb at Wan Li while quickly throwing another at Ruan Zhan with his other hand.

Wan Li didnt expect this sudden move and was struck instantly. Before he could cry out, the green object exploded with a crack that blew a gaping hole in his chest. Blood splattered everywhere as he immediately fell to the ground. Ruan Zhan was a little further away but he was also caught off-guard. He cut a sorry figure as he dodged, rolling all the way to the inner corner of the room. As if injured, he tried to get up several times without succeeding.

Far too lacking! Guan Zheng glanced at Ruan Zhan, repeating Ruan Zhans words to Huang Bo Heng that day. This revealed his petty nature without a doubt.

Wan Li! Xiao Xia screamed and pounced over next to him. She had been standing further inwards, but had run out to examine his injuries. Since Wan Li had fallen towards Guan Zheng, she practically ran right in front of him.

Guan Zheng wasnt going to stand on ceremony and pulled Xiao Xia over. He placed her under his control.

Let go of me! You bastard, pervert, homicidal maniac! Let me check on him! Let me go! Xiao Xia cried and screamed without taking a breath.

Guan Zheng ignored Xiao Xias desperate struggling and said disdainfully. I created those explosives with vines and the will-o-wisps of corpses. It can be as hard as I want it to be, and burrows into the flesh to explode, causing rapid decay. Hes dead for sure!

You cant kill him!

You cant kill him! Xiao Xia and Ruan Zhans voice rang out at the same time.

Why not? No one can take away whats mine. Anyone who tries will die! Guan Zheng gritted his teeth and looked at Wan Li.

Wan Li writhed in pain on the floor, unable to cry out. Guan Zheng looked down at him from above, admiring his rival in loves tragic state. Xiao Xia suddenly fell silent and dropped into his arms as if she had fainted.

Guan Zheng instinctively wrapped an arm around her, but as his arm made contact he felt something wasnt right. Her slender waist should have been soft and warm, yet something was pressing painfully against his arm. He thought it might be something she had wrapped around her waist, but was shocked when he looked down.

The cute girl he was obsessed over was twisting and shrinking, like a deflating balloon that soon withered and shriveled. The weight in his arms also lightened and the beautiful wedding dress vanished without a trace, leaving behind a vine.

You can control plants, right? So can I. Ruan Zhans cold voice rang out from next to Guan Zheng. His limp form was no longer in the corner. It had also been a vine.

Before Guan Zheng could respond, the vine in his hand suddenly started moving. It slithered up his arm and onto his body like a snake. As Ruan Zhan moved his finger, it started winding around his body and swiftly constricted, wrapping him up like a package.

At the same time, something pulled hard at his legs, making him fall to the floor. Wan Li had also turned into a vine that bound his legs securely.

I said you were like a sacrifice, right? Do you realize it now? Wan Lis voice rang out from Guan Zhengs other side.

Where is Xiao Xia? He yelled.

Right here. On the altar across from him, Xiao Xia was looking at him loathingly. You disgust me. Youre still trying to harm people at this stage!

Impressive. So it was an illusion! Guan Zheng laughed sinisterly as he lay on the floor. I knew it wouldnt be so easy to deal with you guys, but I still thought my ambush had succeeded. So be it. It wouldnt be fun if it was too easy.

He laughed loudly, an incomprehensible spell contained within his laughter. Before the sound faded, he actually rose into the air.Updated from novelb(i)n.c(o)m