A Dream of Red Mansions: A Fairy Tale of Dreams (Complete) - 29

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Chapter Ten: Leisurely Thoughts and Desires (4)

"Uh! Fourth Sister, don't be anxious, we can talk things over! Don't...don't cry!" The tears welling up in the girl's eyes easily shattered Bao Er Ye's mental defenses. How could this sentimental fellow bear to see a beautiful woman hurt?! Besides, the request Fourth Sister made was actually making his heart race.
Hmm, does Fourth Sister actually know the inside story?! Baoyu's mind raced, and he cautiously asked in a questioning tone, "Fourth Sister, who told your brother I have a way?!"
"Second Sister, will your method work?!" Amidst the flowers and trees in the distance, directly opposite the gate of Yihong Courtyard, Keqing, eagerly anticipating the spectacle, lightly touched You Erjie beside her and asked with a smile, "Do you think Baoyu will 'explain carefully'?"
You Erjie, watching with great interest and quite pleased with her "brilliant plan," confidently replied, "Hehe...you just wait and see! It'll definitely be very fun!"
"What if, I mean, what if Baoyu really does *that* to Fourth Sister? Wouldn't we be accomplices?" Mei Nu, who had become good friends with You Erjie and Keqing, and with her gentle nature, almost simultaneously considered this "terrible" outcome with the delicate Keqing. Baoyu was no saint!
"Oh, look how scared you two are?!" Peach Girl's temperament was quite similar to that of Second Sister You. Her bright red face blossomed into a radiant smile. Peach Girl playfully retorted, "Given Baoyu's temperament, and Fourth Sister's lingering affection for her brother and master, even if we help, we can't escape this situation. What do you think?"
"Hehe... Sister Peach is right!" Second Sister You and the other three girls peeked into the room again with great interest. At the same time, their hearts trembled inexplicably, their complex emotions—joy, teasing, and a touch of sourness—ready to play out.
Second Sister You and Second Master Baoyu were already openly exchanging glances, and their union was only a matter of time. The tall, fair-skinned girl's face showed more resentment towards Baoyu's slow "movements"!
Although Keqing had long been in love with Baoyu, her master, and Baoyu also harbored deep feelings for her, half of her gentle nature's reserve, and half of her self-pity stemming from her tragic past, prevented her from tearing away the veil of secrecy. They remained stuck in a state of "love unspoken."
The hearts of Peach and Plum, however, were truly complex. Their connection with Baoyu stemmed from the Xue family's teasing and their shared life-or-death experiences in the demon realm. Although they harbored love for Baoyu and were even willing to die for him, they still couldn't figure out who they truly loved: the wild and invincible war god of their past lives, or the flawed mortal Jia Baoyu of their present existence? This
conflicting emotion caused them to suppress their long-brewing true feelings, never directly expressing anything to Baoyu. Unable to forget their past life's love, Peach and Plum even considered leaving, but their hearts were held back by their lingering feelings for Baoyu. In contrast
to the intricate web of schemes orchestrated by the four women behind the scenes, the simple-minded Fourth Sister's resolve was quite simple: she was determined to learn immortal magic!
Seeing that Brother Bao indeed looked troubled, just as his sisters had said, the Fourth Sister, secretly delighted, immediately changed her demeanor, following the Second Sister's instructions. Her smile blossomed, and her pressing approach transformed into a soft, coquettish one, "Good brother, please teach your fourth sister! I promise to treat you well in the future!" Poor thing
… Bao Yu, seeing his fourth sister's slightly exaggerated change, couldn't help but laugh and cry. Helpless, he secretly wiped away a bead of sweat and made a final stand: "Fourth sister, it's not that your second brother doesn't want to teach you. It's just that this method isn't suitable for you!"
He paused slightly, his heart pounding, and quickly resisted Xi Chun's pitiful eyes and her youthful, alluring face with unwavering willpower. Then, in an extremely sincere tone, he persuaded her: "Good sister, as long as you cultivate step by step, even if it's a little slow, you will eventually achieve immortality!"
"A little slow?! How long is 'a little slow'?!" The moment the topic of immortality came up, the Fourth Sister's cold exterior vanished, and she pressed him urgently with questions.
Having undergone the baptism of the Underworld Library, Baoyu was no longer the same. After a moment of serious contemplation, the somewhat apprehensive fellow still obediently raised five fingers.
"Five months?" Xichun's excited expression kept her radiant face bright. Five months, though not exactly long, wasn't a long time, but Baoyu's awkward shake of the head caused the girl's joy to fade.
"Five years? It's a bit long, but I'm still young. I can endure it!" Xichun found a reason for her joy, but the girl's smile lasted only a moment. Her brother and master's embarrassed denial caused the Fourth Sister's expression to change drastically.
"Heavens! Fifty years!" The girl, her vision darkening, was completely livid. She had decided to dedicate her youth to the path of immortality, but fifty years was not just the passing of youth; it was undoubtedly sacrificing her entire life!
"Then...how long...did Fangguan and the others take...to reach this point?" Xichun, her voice trembling with frustration, spoke haltingly. Then, a thought struck her, and her slender figure instantly became incredibly tall in the illusion, pressing towards Bao-gege with an irresistible "killing intent." The
boy, with a wry smile on his face, dared not lie under his fourth sister's watchful eye. He awkwardly raised five fingers again, then, fearing his sister's anger, said ingratiatingly, "Heh, heh...five—hours, but this method really isn't suitable for you!"
"What, five hours?!" Another uncontrollable gasp escaped her lips, but the meaning behind it was vastly different. Her beautiful eyes shone brightly under the glow of her dreams!
"I...want...to...learn!" Each word escaped between her teeth. Xichun's determination was unwavering, like facing mountains of knives or seas of fire. The girl's illusory figure towered above the heavens, its irresistible aura forcing Bao-gege to lower his head step by step.
Sweat... Cold sweat soaked through Baoyu's heavy robe. Forced into a corner, the man could only wipe away his embarrassment and feverishness, and boldly declared, "Fourth Sister, about this matter..."
His tone abruptly changed mid-sentence. Under the expectant gaze of the pure, innocent eyes of the young girl, even his naturally shameless nature faltered, and his impassioned voice softened into a weak, trembling murmur: "You...you should go back and ask Fangguan and the others. If you still want to take shortcuts, I won't mind!"
"Really?!" Perhaps it was Baoyu's helpless sigh that touched Xichun's heart, or perhaps it was the image of Fangguan's strange expression flashing through the girl's mind, but her stubborn, icy face finally relaxed slightly. "Alright, I'll ask Fangguan and the others first, but you can't go back on your word, Baoyu!"
"Yes, yes...I will definitely keep my promise, I guarantee it!" He practically bowed deeply before seeing off the anxious Fourth Sister, finally having a moment to wipe the cold sweat from his brow!
Huh?! When did he become such a gentleman? A beautiful woman offered herself up, yet he turned her away?!
Heh, heh… Could he be bewitched?! It's really strange. Ever since he suddenly became Master Bao, there have been many women he loves and likes in the Jia family, but he seems to have never had any improper thoughts about Fourth Sister!
Not even once? It seems… never! How could it be not even once?! Sigh… The illusory Baoyu beat his chest and stamped his feet in his inner world, deeply hating his eldest son's behavior, “Heavens! Such a naturally fragrant and beautiful girl, how could you not be moved! Are you even a man?!”
“A man—yes, I want to be a man!” Thinking of this, Master Bao, who never expected to lose his composure like this in front of Xichun, finally came to his senses. Xichun's alluring fragrance still lingered in his nose, but his mind had returned to clarity from its daze.
Something's wrong, there's definitely something wrong! Endless questions swirled in Bao Er Ye's mind. A sudden flash of inspiration struck this exceptionally intelligent fellow, and his mysterious intuition led him to instinctively think of the unique fragrance emanating from Xi Chun.
Wow, wow… Could the seemingly ordinary Fourth Sister be a once-in-a-millennium—Soul Saintess?!
Then wouldn't she possess the most mysterious and rarest of all female treasures, the "Soul-Devouring Vortex"?!
In the Jia family mansion, where beauties abound, Xi Chun, with her delicate figure and still somewhat immature face, couldn't stand out. The Fourth Miss, on the other hand, was naturally expressionless, unlike the vibrant and alluring Qiao Jie. No wonder Bao Yu felt no romantic feelings for this "wooden girl," only pure brotherly affection!
A sharp spring breeze swept through his heart, stirring up turbulent waves of emotion. Thinking of his suspicions, Bao Yu couldn't help but feel immense regret for his abnormal behavior. If the Fourth Miss was truly a "Soul Saintess," she was a man's innate treasure, something he would regret for life if he missed it!
Daoist scriptures record that the "Soul Saintess" was not only a genius in cultivation but also possessed
the miraculous ability to "capture" men's souls. Most men, upon smelling her innate fragrance, would become infatuated and loyal servants. Even Bao Yu, who was born without magical powers, fell for her. Although he didn't become a dog, his nature was drastically altered. Such soul-capturing power was truly astonishing.
The daughters of the Jia family were indeed all stunningly beautiful, each extraordinary in their own way! Xichun's magical fragrance once again confirmed this destiny!
The quiet and elegant Pear Fragrance Courtyard welcomed the Fourth Miss's fragrant figure. As expected, after a chase, playful banter, and persistent pleading, Fangguan, with nowhere to escape, had
no choice but to succumb to Xichun's offensive. While the innate abilities of the "Saintess of the Soul" were of little use to women, they weren't entirely without merit. Slightly influenced by this, the other actresses, coupled with their innate female compassion, finally, with Fangguan's nod, eagerly chimed in, each speaking clearly and distinctly, forgetting even their shyness!
Xichun was stunned, standing there blankly for a long time. Beneath her calm, almost indifferent face, a world was in turmoil. Even after leaving, the young girl remained in a daze, her dreams and chastity clashing. For the first time in her life, this naive girl, who had never considered love, experienced shameful thoughts!
As the sun rose and fell, the cicadas' chirping in the summer air only fueled Bao Erye's restless heart. He stared at the door, wanting Fourth Sister to burst in, yet unwilling to let her sacrifice her chastity for some pointless pursuit of immortality, even if the beneficiary was himself, this lecherous man!
Sigh! He was, after all, a contradictory and pointless man! As sleepiness crept into his mind, Bao Erye lazily lay down on the bed, a self-satisfied smile playing on his lips as he drifted into a sweet dream—a comforting smile for Xichun's absence.
A few days passed in the blink of an eye, and the joy seemed to have made time fly by. Bao Erye felt as if the Dragon Boat Festival had arrived in the blink of an eye!
To wash away the bad luck that had plagued the house for the past six months and to revitalize the fighting spirit of the more than a thousand people in the household, the new head of the family finally indulged in a lavish affair, not only hosting a grand banquet but also hiring a theatrical troupe to perform with great music and drums.
The joyous gathering was filled with laughter and chatter. The twelve female performers gave Bao Yu an unexpected surprise; they truly possessed remarkable singing skills, and their performances as real female performers were remarkably lifelike. The sisters of the Grand View Garden and Lady Wang were thoroughly entertained, further enhancing the festive atmosphere.
As night fell, after the outer courtyard relatives and servants had paid their respects, at Baochai's suggestion, the inner court ladies and Bao Yu, the only man present, moved to the waterside pavilion to resume their merriment.
"Sisters," Li Wan said, rising slightly, her voice brimming with laughter, "now that there are no outsiders, let's officially begin!" "The name will be the Red Mansion Poetry Club, no change," Tan Chun replied enthusiastically.
"No, Sister Wan, please suggest something else. We can't wait!" If it weren't for the late hour and lack of space, she would have immediately taken up her brush and ink to preserve this lively moment forever.
"Don't rush. I've thought it all out!" Li Wanyu waved her hand to stop the joyful chatter, then methodically laid out the rules the women had already secretly devised. The rules seemed fair on the surface, but a closer look revealed that the ultimate sufferers would be none other than the pitiful "flower masters of the Red Chamber"!
The rules that had the women snickering were finally coming to an end, but Baoyu, completely oblivious to the trickery, was intoxicated by the surrounding beauties. The lecherous wolf had no time or inclination to think things through, even if he were fully aware of the situation. He would simply accept it willingly and without complaint.
Nothing in this world is perfect; perfection itself is the greatest flaw! How could someone who had enjoyed such exquisite pleasures not suffer a little?!
"Everyone, listen to me." As soon as Li Wan finished speaking, Daiyu, in high spirits, rose gracefully, her melodious voice flowing like a clear spring. "Now that we've established a poetry club, we should all address each other as 'Poet Master' according to local custom. Shouldn't we abolish all the old titles like 'sister,' 'younger sister,' 'sister-in-law,' and 'little sister-in-law'?"
"Yes! Sister Lin is right. I think so too!" Bathed in the glow of love, Baochai, hand in hand with Baoqin, softly echoed, "Didn't Baoyu give himself the title of 'Flower Master of the Red Chamber' last time? I'll join in and call myself 'Hengwu Jun.' All of you sisters, think about it!"
"Sister Lin, why don't you call yourself 'Xiaoxiang Fairy'?" The utterly captivated Baoyu couldn't help but chime in, bestowing upon Daiyu a timeless name.
The four sisters of the Spring Festival also chose names, some following the example of Lin and Xue, using their place of residence as their name. Those who put their hearts into it used elegant names like classical or allegorical ones; in short, everyone displayed their unique talents, leaving Master Bao dazzled and mesmerized!
The Red Chamber Poetry Club was thus born amidst this blossoming of talent. The women initially wanted to seize this rare opportunity to officially begin the club, but unfortunately, it was getting late, and they had to reluctantly abandon the idea.
"Everyone," Li Wan said enthusiastically as the gathering ended, "since I, Old Farmer of Daoxiang, am the leader, then I'll host the first club meeting at Daoxiang Village!" To persuade her sisters to agree, she unusually suggested, "Tomorrow morning I'll have several tables of hairy crabs prepared. We can eat crabs, drink wine, and play poetry games, how about that?"
"Great! I'll be the first one there tomorrow at noon! I won't do anything else!" The generous Feng Jie, with her refined tastes, finally had some leisure time to enjoy herself, thanks to the help of Baochai, Tanchun, and others, who were usually always busy!
The women, their faces beaming with smiles and excited anticipation, emerged from the waterside pavilion. The shimmering lake reflected the moonlight, its sparkling light mirroring the turbulent emotions within them, a constant ripple of longing and dreams.
The usually roguish Bao Er Ye, however, preemptively left before the women, startling Madam Wan. While her beloved's entanglement had made her shy and embarrassed, his departing figure only intensified her heartache and unease. She subconsciously wondered if her restraint had been excessive and had hurt her beloved.
"Don't worry about it," said Feng Jie, who was walking at the back, seeing the sadness and sorrow on Li Wan's face. The sisterly Feng Er Madam, with whom she shared a deep bond, stepped forward, took her hand tightly, and gently comforted her, easing the slight bitterness in Li Wan's heart.
"Chuan'er, I'm sorry, I haven't come to see you in so long!" Inside the mysterious secret chamber, on a thousand-year-old ice, Jin Chuan'er's lifelike figure lay quietly, while swirling flower petals constantly washed away every speck of dust in the space.
Fate made an ordinary girl the first love of the extraordinary "fake" Bao Yu, but after the generous gift of heaven, it cruelly took the girl's life. Whenever Bao Yu thought of this, his heart ached, and he felt even more regret and hatred for his powerlessness to resist at the time. The unresolved knot in his heart was like a needle piercing his heart. He could not untie the knot in his heart without Jin Chuan'er returning to his side, and he even subconsciously dared not face the sweet and peaceful "sleeping face" of the pure girl.
"My dear Chuan'er, don't worry, we'll be able to meet again soon!" Bao Yu's sorrowful and nostalgic words suddenly turned joyful, as if Jin Chuan'er had already returned to his embrace. His passionate words flowed with countless tender feelings, "Just a few months, just a few months, my darling Chuan'er, wait patiently, your husband will never let you leave my side again!"
Precious tears welled up uncontrollably in his heart, leaving two sad tear tracks on his cheeks. With the sharp force of Bao Yu's resolute turn, the stagnant room was stirred by the strong current of true feelings swirling in the air, and a bitter mist trailed a long path into the sea of flowers.
Without daring to look back, Baoyu left his beloved with unwavering steps, but a wisp of his heart lingered by Jin Chuan'er's side. No matter what, he was determined to get through these six months safely. Once the time was up, the all-powerful Baoyu could easily obtain the water of the Spirit River to save his beauty and bring her back to life. Then, their dream of reunion would be so beautiful and their emotions so intoxicating that it would be the envy of the world!
Sorrow was not in Baoyu's nature; worries and anxieties only brushed past him. When the rooster crowed and the dawn broke, the carefree and romantic Baoyu would reappear before the women!
"Master of the Red Chamber, if you still can't do it, then admit defeat and eat!"
Tan Chun, the "Guest Under the Banana Tree" from the classic novel, smiled and pointed her slender white hand at Baoyu's forehead, then casually smeared the crab roe and vinegar on Baoyu's forehead with her fingertips.
"I'm happy today because these crabs are so delicious, so my literary talent... has been completely overshadowed by the fine wine and food, ha, ha... I'll accept my defeat and drink three cups!" Lost in the sea of flowers, the man no longer wanted to bother with those damned timeless lines, and casually spread his hands in defeat, accepting the penalty drink.
All the sisters of the first "Red Mansion Poetry Club" were present, but to accommodate the elders who had left early, such as Lady Wang, Aunt Xue, and Lady Xing, Fengjie, Xiangling, and Ping'er accompanied them. Now only Baoyu, Daiyu, and Baochai remained, along with Tanchun, Yingchun, and Xichun. Baoqin and the Li sisters were also with Li Wan. Keqing and Jia Min, being ghosts, disliked daytime activities and did not stay. Yuanchun left at the invitation of Empress Li and the Princess to admire the flowers. Fortunately, although the You family mother and daughter weren't particularly enthusiastic, they lived in Daoxiang Village and had no reason to leave, thus preventing the elegant event from becoming too quiet.
"Red Chamber Flower Master, are you deliberately being modest today, or are you genuinely looking for a drink?" Daiyu silently accepted the nickname given to her by Baoyu. Although this Fairy of Xiaoxiang was more ethereal than a celestial being, she seemed a bit petty. From beginning to end, she kept pestering Baoyu, insisting that he "speak" a reply. Unfortunately, this guy, who was practically illiterate when it came to classical poetry, had no real ability to "speak.
" "Heh, heh... Fairy of Xiaoxiang, I've automatically conceded this round. You should keep an eye on Lingzhou and Ouxie; they haven't responded with their poems yet!" A silly grin and getting away with it was always a rogue's specialty. The chuckling Baoyu shifted his attention and dragged his second sister and fourth sister into the mess.
"You rascal!" Because of Baochai's affair, all the sisters in the mansion knew about Baoyu's relationship with Shiyu. Yingchun, whose love affair was exposed, also dropped her pretense and gave him a flirtatious look. The second young lady, whose literary talent was slightly inferior to Baochai's, was at a disadvantage. Unexpectedly, she was still being held back by her lover. Of course, she acted coquettishly and refused to let go!
"I've done it!" Xichun, for some reason, returned to her indifferent personality. Ignoring her bad brother's teasing words, she picked up her brush and ink and completed a "Chrysanthemum Ode" poem for each of them.
"Hehe... Banana Tree Guest, since Baoyu is unwilling to write poems, let's have a painting competition!" You Erjie had already hung her masterpiece on the wall. The beautiful lady with smiling eyes raised her lips and took the initiative to start a war against the pervert!
Chapter Eleven Leisurely Thoughts of Love and Desire (5)
Sweat... Painting! It's over. Even if I wanted to cheat, I couldn't! The guy whose vision was blurring realized his leisurely mood was starting to vanish. The women's "fierce" eyes clearly indicated they wanted to play a prank on him. Who else could he be but the poor victim?!
"Heh, heh... You call this painting?! It's hilarious! Let's eat!" As expected, forced into a corner, the guy had no choice but to furiously scribble a "masterpiece" that looked neither like a chicken nor a bird!
"It's Lingzhou's turn. Now let's have a zither-playing contest!" Daiyu's cheerful voice was undisguised, openly revealing the women's teasing intentions.
Although she was entangled in love with Baoyu, she couldn't back down because of her sisterly affection. Besides, playing pranks on her lover was quite fun. The usually gentle Yingchun smiled, washed her hands, lit incense, and gracefully sat down behind the zither strings.
"Ha, ha..." Bao Yu, forcibly dragged to the zither by Tan Chun and You Erjie, swayed unsteadily, his fear far exceeding that of a mountain of knives or a sea of fire. The women's laughter was unrestrained, their faces beaming with joy!
"Glug!" Helpless, Bao Yu was more humiliated than ever before. He angrily leaned back and downed three more cups of wine, though the hairy crabs made it somewhat palatable.
"Ying'er, heat up the wine immediately. It's not good to drink cold wine!" Despite the commotion, Baochai's tenderness and care for her lover didn't falter for a moment. She tenderly held Tan Chun's wrist as she continued pouring wine.
"Hmm! Hengwu-jun is so thoughtful. I'll let you off the hook!" The Third Miss glared at Bao Yu with a "fierce" look, but her mind replayed the image of her mother's loving and happy gaze as she secretly looked at Bao Yu.
"Who's next? It can't be Ou Xie, can it?" His eyes, slightly glazed with drunkenness, drifted towards the Fourth Sister, who had surprised Bao Yu greatly. The thoughtful young man had already confirmed his judgment during their earlier encounter. Fortunately, he was prepared and could withstand the power of the Soul Saintess, but his restless heart had undergone subtle changes, making it difficult to maintain his previous clarity and composure!
"Hmm, let's play chess!" Xi Chun went straight to the chessboard, then closed her eyes, assuming a fighting stance. She was determined to vent her conflicted feelings through the game.
Heh, heh… this thing wasn't unfamiliar to him! The only one of the Six Arts widely passed down through generations—chess—finally relieved Bao Yu. Thinking of his future domination of all sides, he finally resolved to win this game. After all, with his brain modified by the divine stone, playing this kind of intellectual game was a piece of cake! Unfortunately, reality robbed Baoyu of his last chance to turn the tables. "Checkmate!" A clear, melodious voice rang out, and the women burst into laughter once more.
"Ah! How could this be?! Why didn't I see such an obvious flaw?!" The guy, sweating profusely, had completely lost his smugness. It wasn't that Xichun's chess skills were so high that he was powerless to fight back, but rather that the terrifying "soul-capturing power" had made the restless lecherous man see his own pathetic willpower once again.
"Red Chamber Flower Master, please have some wine! Hehe..." Although Daiyu was weak and couldn't hold her liquor, the beautiful woman with a rosy face was unusually enthusiastic today, and she quickly poured hot wine for her nemesis, Baoyu.
"Alright, alright...stop ganging up on him!" The matriarch of Daoxiang Village, the old farmer's wife, finally spoke, justly stopping the women's teasing. Before Bao-ge could even thank her, the dignified and beautiful sister-in-law turned her brother-in-law's gratitude into a frozen, bitter smile. "Now it's my turn. Come on, let's have a pot-throwing contest!"
Oh no! It seems he's incurred everyone's wrath! Bao-ge, holding the token, couldn't throw it, his hand gripping the large bowl in front of Li Wan. Then he looked at his own small bowl, the size of a copper coin, in the distance. And these women called it "fair"? It was truly outrageous!
Heavenly music filled the entire Daoxiang Village. Amidst laughter and chatter, the women reenacted their previous plans to deal with Shi Yu, whether it was passionate banter, resentful revenge, or playful complaints. In short, Bao-ge, who had been captivated by the allure of the women, was now speechless, questioning the heavens... Poor thing! Poor thing!
The fragrant wine flowed over the women's lips, and as the joyous time passed, a flush of intoxication crept onto their beautiful faces. "Glug!" Amidst the women's laughter and playfulness, the thoroughly drunk Bao Yu finally collapsed to the ground, motionless and unable to rise.
"Bao Yu!" You Shi, who hadn't composed any poems to join in the fun, was preoccupied with her young lover. Seeing him lying on the ground,
the middle-aged beauty no longer cared about her embarrassment and rushed forward without hesitation to help the flushed Bao Yu to his feet.
"What to do? I didn't expect Bao Yu to collapse so quickly!" The lively Bao Qin and Tan Chun, whose relationship was rapidly warming, became the main force in teasing Bao Yu. The young girl, not yet done playing, pouted in dissatisfaction, wishing Bao Yu would wake up immediately so she could make him drink three hundred more cups!
“Isn’t Brother Bao supposed to be able to drink a thousand cups without getting drunk? Could he be faking it?” Tan Chun asked, staring suspiciously into Bao Yu’s half-open, red eyes. The clear red veins made it impossible for the girl to find any flaws.
"He's really drunk!" Baochai, who was nearby, gently straightened Baoyu's disheveled clothes, her voice tender and wistful: "It must be because his magic power has disappeared, so his ability to stay sober has also vanished!"
"Baochai is right!" Li Wan's gentle nature prevailed, and unable to bear seeing her beloved in such distress, she blurted out in a moment of urgency, "Quickly help Baoyu into his room to rest properly, and make him a bowl of hangover soup!"
Before the other women could respond, You Shi, anxious for her lover, had already steadily helped Baoyu up and headed towards the inner room. Although Yihong Courtyard was not far away, she never even considered taking the drunken Baoyu back; after all, being able to take care of him would be an immense joy and comfort!
Seeing that the protagonist had disappeared, the women, having no one left to tease, put away their playful intentions and, after seriously reciting poems and composing verses again, realized that it was already sunset.
"Sigh..." The delicate Daiyu first stretched her aching back, her face slightly weary, and said, "I'll go back first. When and where is the next gathering planned?! I'd like to be prepared!"
Of course, this matter had to be decided by Li Wan, who was in charge of the gathering. The elder sister-like Li Wan had already thought it through and replied softly, "We don't need to hold this gathering too often, otherwise there won't be any new fun. How about three times a month?"
"Great! Sister Wan is so thoughtful!" Tan Chun excitedly took over the conversation, and her air of chivalry suddenly became more dashing. "Let's hold the next gathering at my Qiushuang Residence. My place is spacious and quiet, so we won't disturb the main room!" "
Hmm! Third Miss's idea is good. Then we'll let you host in ten days!" Li Wan made the final decision and arranged the next event for the ladies. Then, with a hint of shyness, she said softly, "Since Fairy Xiaoxiang is leaving, and we've had our fun, let's just call it a day. Does anyone want to go in and see the Flower Master of the Red Chamber?"
"Hehe... I'm too lazy to see a drunkard!" Although the women all had this intention, they were too embarrassed to be so bold. Thinking of Baoyu's deep, drunken face, they all took their leave, led by Daiyu.
The joyous departure not only left behind a lingering aftertaste of happiness but also a courtyard filled with mess and the smell of wine. Li Wan, who always loved cleanliness, suppressed her eagerness and ordered someone to clean it up.
"Eh. Where's Second Sister? How come she's disappeared in the blink of an eye?!" Only after Daoxiang Village returned to its former glory did Li Wan, relieved, realize that Second Sister had vanished from her side. She couldn't help but casually ask Granny You, who had been helping her the whole time.
"I didn't notice either! Could it be that Second Sister..." Grandma You and Grandma Wan exchanged a knowing smile, both seeing the almost certain answer in each other's eyes!
"That girl only knows how to talk big!" Li Wan chuckled, complaining about Second Sister You's last-minute defection, but her steps quickened unconsciously as she walked towards the backyard.
"Sigh!" Grandma You smiled at Li Wan's out-of-control figure, the middle-aged beauty secretly amused, remaining alone in the hall to continue directing the maids to clean up the scene.
"Ah..." A hoarse, passionate cry echoed in the air. Li Wan had just approached the door when she heard the sound that made her blush and her heart race.
"Ugh... Baoyu... good man, I can't take it anymore!" Even greater embarrassment burst forth from the crack in the door. A thousand red clouds instantly filled the beauty's face.
Good heavens! That was Grandma You's voice. Having been through it all, Li Wan didn't need to guess to understand the situation: Baoyu was pretending to be drunk. Right now, he was doing that "shameful" thing in the room!
"That scoundrel, so—bad!" A surge of anger welled up within her amidst a myriad of thoughts. Li Wan's shame and anger weren't because Bao Yu had feigned drunkenness, but because… she couldn't quite put her finger on it. In short, her heart felt a pang of bitterness, an emptiness, and a terrible ache. "
I'd better leave quickly!" she thought. But leaning against the door, Li Wan's legs went weak. She barely mustered her last strength to lift her feet, but a sharp cry of pain from inside the room caused her to collapse against the door again.
"Ouch—it hurts, it hurts so much! Bao Yu, don't move!" Unlike the mellow, ethereal voice of a mature woman, a young girl's clear, melodious voice echoed in the room. Two complex, inexplicable tears streamed down the face of the pale-faced You Erjie. After overcoming countless obstacles and trials, the brave young woman had finally become one with her beloved. From that moment on, they would never be apart, their devotion unwavering!
The excruciating pain began to dissipate amidst the falling peach blossoms, and the intoxicating intoxication gradually transformed into an empty, restless itch. The stunningly beautiful woman couldn't help but stir slightly, sending a passionate hint into her lover's heart!
"Daughter, it'll be over soon!" Madam You infused her maternal love into her caresses, easing the tension and stiffness of her second daughter's first experience while happily recalling the unexpected and shameful scene from before!
Having been transformed by the divine stone, Madam You easily carried the intoxicated and immobile Baoyu into the inner room. The gazes of the serving maids had barely been cut off, and before Madam You could even close the door, the once listless boy suddenly became energetic and completely sober.
"Ah!" A suppressed scream escaped his lips, and the burning desire in Baoyu, without further ado, pulled Madam You into his arms. The middle-aged beauty's voluptuous body was once again ravaged by the boy's hands.
Before her clothes even touched the ground, You Shi, whose initial resistance had turned into enthusiastic cooperation, began her ascent of pleasure amidst screams.
The mature woman's beautiful flesh engulfed Bao Yu's large hands, his palms, deeply embedded in her breasts, contorted into countless erotic and intoxicating shapes with each thrust.
"Oh...ah!" Satisfied moans and astonished screams rang out almost simultaneously. Just as You Shi's first wave of pleasure washed over her, her daughter, worried and anxious, quietly entered the room. Mother and daughter stood frozen, speechless. You Shi forgot to sway her ample hips in pursuit of pleasure, and her second daughter forgot the admonition of "don't look at what is improper," forgot to turn and flee.
"Second sister, I want you!" The wild and bold Bao Yu appeared, the domineering man blocking her path with a single stride. As he propelled You Shi to the peak of passion, his free hand seized You Shi's tall, voluptuous virginity!
"Baoyu. No...don't do this!" Though her heart was filled with a thousand desires, You Erjie couldn't shake off her shyness. Her shapely buttocks tensed as she tried to escape the boy's large hands from kneading her, while her smooth skin flushed crimson amidst the surging tide of passion!
The girl's resistance was fleeting; her desires, already stirred, quickly led her down the same path as her mother, becoming a naked lamb that drove men mad.
Oh God! The moment was coming, what to do?! Powerless to resist, You Erjie watched helplessly as her limp mother was gently placed aside by Baoyu, and then, filled with terror, she watched as the wicked Baoyu slowly climbed onto her. The
instant Li Wan strode into the enchanting space, Baoyu, with unwavering resolve, sank into the soft embrace, disappearing inch by inch into the softness.
"Ah..." There was Erjie inside too. The wicked Baoyu had actually put both the You family mother and daughter on the bed at the same time—how shameful! Although she had long anticipated this day would come, when it actually happened before her eyes, Li Wan realized that her heart was pounding far beyond her expectations.
Ugh… After a long struggle, strength gradually gathered, and as the throbbing sounds from the Second Sister inside grew louder and louder, Li Wan finally regained the freedom of her legs!
Escape, escape quickly! Escape this dangerous place! The dignified Li Wan's sensitive heartstrings trembled suddenly, instinctively sensing an ominous future. With Bao Yu's boldness, and his infatuation with her, if he found out she was eavesdropping outside the door… then it would be terrible!
Huh! Why is my crotch so wet?! It's so uncomfortable! A heavy step finally took out. Unfortunately, before Li Wan's relieved joy could even surface, her beautiful, heaving body was swept up by a pair of hot hands. "Sister Wan, since you're here, let's come in and chat! Heh, heh… you promised last time!"
Hmm… In this critical moment, Li Wan suddenly remembered her playful remark with Sister You. Just a few days ago, she had sworn she would never give her wicked uncle a second chance, but unexpectedly, he had pulled her, his sister-in-law, into his arms in the blink of an eye. How could the dignified and serene Li Wan not blush crimson with shame!
“Sister Wan, don’t move!” Bao Yu’s whisper in her ear was low and husky, his tone heavy with irresistible allure. Waves of heat, like a hurricane, swept directly into her heart. Taking advantage of the moment when Li Wan’s delicate body trembled with heat, his large hand swiftly pulled away her hands that were protecting her bodice.
Her flowing dress and thin garments fluttered and swayed. Silently celebrating their final liberation in the void, they scattered and slowly landed, allowing the tender and fiery breath to envelop their owner’s voluptuous, shapely, and perfectly rosy body.
"Ah..." The gentle breeze caressed her fair skin, and the unusual sensation finally brought Li Wan back to her senses from her reverie. Shyly, the beauty instinctively reached out and grabbed the last piece of clothing that had slipped from her body.
"Good sister, stop it!" The mischievous boy, while vying with his sister-in-law for the undergarment, used his free hand to climb onto Li Wan's breathtakingly proud breasts. Two rosy, translucent peaks glistened on her firm, slightly upturned breasts, and the mature woman's fragrance was especially rich and intoxicating.
"Mmm!" A hot moan caused Bao Er Ye's throat to move rapidly. Faced with his beautiful sister-in-law's dazzling beauty, he succumbed without hesitation. His out-of-control hand released the clothing he was fighting for, and both hands, brimming with passion, roamed over the beauty's body, his fiery lips and tongue never idle.
"Mmm!" A shy, hesitant moan escaped her lips. Enveloped in the tenderness of her beloved, Li Wan, her heart overflowing with passion, finally plunged into the flames of love like a moth to a flame.
The exquisite bodice that the voluptuous beauty had so painstakingly fought for was now willingly discarded. With the final obstacle falling to the ground in grievance, Li Wan's blissful life officially began.
"Husband, will you blame me?!" A tender murmur echoed in the heart of the dignified beauty. In this passionate moment of lovemaking, the young widow inevitably thought of her deceased husband. Gazing at the face so similar to hers, tears of happiness welled up in Li Wan's eyes. Through a hazy vision, she seemed to see Jia Zhu smiling and waving goodbye, carrying heartfelt blessings as he flew towards a new world, leaving no space for Bao Yu's shadow!
“Baoyu, hold me tight! Quickly… hold me tight!” A warm current filled Li Wan’s heart. The beautiful woman’s jade body, which stood proudly among the beauties, pressed against her uncle’s strong and perfect figure. The force and the depth of her affection instantly submerged Baoyu in the sea of true love.
“Sister Wan!” The hot whisper was simple and direct. Baoyu was overjoyed to feel the beauty’s enthusiasm. To be able to have his respected and beloved sister-in-law and him share a heart-to-heart connection without any reservations was enough to be a source of pride for the “fake” Baoyu who longed for true love.
Chapter Twelve Leisurely Thoughts of Love and Desire (6)
“Sister Wan!” The hot whisper was simple and direct. Baoyu was overjoyed to feel the beauty’s enthusiasm. To be able to have his respected and beloved sister-in-law and him share a heart-to-heart connection without any reservations was enough to be a source of pride for the “fake” Baoyu who longed for true love.
Compared to the youthful freedom of his sisters, Baoyu's receiving such devotion from his steadfast and chaste sister-in-law was all the more precious and rare. No wonder the fire of passion in the young man's heart burned unusually brightly, far more deeply and profoundly than when he was entangled with You Shi and her daughter!
Unlike the fervent passion he felt for You Shi, although the fire of passion in Baoyu's heart burned wildly, genuine love, respect, pity, and tenderness transformed his wildness into tenderness. The frenzied "Little Baoyu," under the flow of wholehearted love, unusually and with an almost worshipful devotion, slowly deepened the intimacy.
"Oh..." In the moment of spiritual and physical union, their hearts merged, the collision of their souls erupting in a joyous celebration from the depths of their being. Li Wan's exquisite face was instantly bathed in a beautiful halo; a woman in love is most beautiful, uniquely beautiful, and flawless!
The uncle and sister-in-law embraced tightly, carefully savoring this long-awaited moment, relishing the intoxicating and exquisite taste!
It's in! Completely in! As it entered fully, Li Wan's heart leaped like an angel's, heavenly music flowing through her 36,000 acupoints. The beautiful young woman felt she had truly come alive, resurrected from a long period of death!
"Sister Wan, good sister-in-law!" Taboos are always invincible. The younger brother, unable to contain his emotions, called out his sister-in-law's name while thrusting forcefully...
"Ah..." Although she was already a wife and mother, Li Wan experienced the blissful pain of her first night. The voluptuous beauty, screaming in surprise, received her lover for the first time in her life. Although her jade face was pale with pain, Li Wan's beautiful eyes shone with an incomparably blissful light.
Two pairs of jade hands caused the alluring spring to rise again. The You family mother and daughter uncontrollably walked to the two of them, surrounding Bao Yu and Li Wan with their boundless charm.
The blissful moments passed even faster than a sharp arrow. After Li Wan had reached the peak of passion countless times, her lover's kneading, squeezing, and thrusting did nothing to alleviate her pain. It wasn't that Bao Yu was unkind; rather, he was determined to perfectly imprint his love into Li Wan's life.
"Boom!" The volcano of desire finally erupted amidst the beautiful young woman's boundless anticipation. A torrent of true affection poured irresistibly into the depths of her body, completely filling her heart!
"Ah—good sister, good sister-in-law, good wife!" With a roar representing boundless passion and emotion, Bao Yu and the three women embraced tightly. Quietly, the grand spring drama came to a perfect close.
"Mother, it's still early, you don't need to rush!" The scene shifts ten days later to Tan Chun's Qiu Shuang Residence, where an important mother-daughter conversation is taking place. The ever- astute Third Sister asks meaningfully, "Are you waiting for Brother Bao?!"
"Yes, I am waiting for him," Aunt Zhao, whose intelligence has been enhanced by the divine stone, replies with a natural smile, "Bao Yu is coming to the poetry club gathering today, so of course I'm waiting for him. I'm also waiting for Lin Daiyu and Baochai. Is something wrong?"
"Mother, is there anything you want to tell me?" Unfortunately, Tan Chun's intelligence is among the best of the women, and she can't be easily dismissed with a few words. The tall girl stares at Aunt Zhao with all-knowing eyes. "We're mother and daughter, what can't we talk about?! Mother has always loved her daughter the most!"
Under the invisible pressure of Tan Chun's gaze, Aunt Zhao feels uneasy, further burdened by her daughter's seemingly genuine motherly affection. The middle-aged beauty could only offer a final resistance with hesitant words, "Third daughter, I don't even know what you're talking about, so how can I tell you?"
"Actually...actually, that day...that day in Daoxiang Village, I...wasn't asleep!" The Third Miss's feigned composure finally crumbled, her girlish reserve causing her to blush crimson with shyness, her words suddenly becoming fragmented and barely audible.
"Ah!" A surging wave of shock and embarrassment burst forth. Stunned by the "fright," Aunt Zhao was no match for her daughter. Tan Chun's convincing accusation betrayed her, and the beautiful woman's flushed face gave her everything away.
Before Aunt Zhao could speak, Tan Chun pressed on, "Mother, why did you do that with Bao Yu?! And... and you even condoned his behavior towards our daughter..."
"Third Sister, I..." The middle-aged beauty, her heart in turmoil, lowered her face under her daughter's questioning. Unable to explain, she hesitated for a moment before cautiously asking, "Then... then what are you going to do? I can't live without him!"
"I don't know either!" With a soft, melancholic voice, Tan Chun walked out of the hall. A strange, bittersweet feeling enveloped the Third Sister's conflicted figure. The usually decisive and intelligent beauty could no longer remain calm and rational; emotional impulse was the inevitable outcome!
Ten days passed in the blink of an eye. The happy Bao Yu was more relaxed and joyful than ever before, indulging in frolicking with the women, determined to make the most of these crucial six months.
Having eliminated the villains of the mortal realm and distanced himself from the threat of the demon world, he even completely relinquished control of the affairs of the Red Chamber. Fame, fortune, and wealth were all fleeting clouds to Baoyu; only his beloved was what he sought in life!
The Red Chamber Poetry Club's gathering at Qiushuang Residence arrived as scheduled. The ladies and Baoyu continued their carefree play, but the enchanting springtime scene was abruptly halted by Tanchun's hesitation!
The shrewd and extraordinary Baoyu sensed his third sister's unease. Considerately, he did not press her with intense passion, but left with a gentle glance before departing gracefully.
Baoyu's affectionate gaze stirred the third sister's turbulent heart, drawing her to him. The tall, beautiful girl's lips trembled as she was about to speak, wanting to ask him to stay. A moment of hesitation prevented her bold feelings from escaping her lips, and she could only send Baoyu off from Qiushuang Residence with a thousand conflicting emotions—melancholy, shy joy…
"Third sister, stop looking, he's gone!" The ever-changing beauty quietly walked behind the group of women. After teasing her half-sister with laughter, Yuan Chun changed the subject, her expression becoming quite serious and emotional. "Third sister, don't overthink it. If you like someone, just hold on tight! Happiness is something you have to grasp yourself, right?"
Her gentle and caring words still echoed in Tan Chun's ears when her eldest sister's stunning figure disappeared from sight, carried away by the gentle breeze.
"Third girl. The eldest young lady is right, you should..." Aunt Zhao stepped forward gracefully and embraced her unusually weak daughter. The beautiful woman, mindful of her daughter's troubles, did not go to bed with her lover, but the rascal's tender touch still left a tingling pleasure on her ample breasts and buttocks.
Bao-gege's subtle actions with his mother did not escape the "unintentional" gaze of the Third Miss. Tan-chun turned her head away from the charming, blushing happiness on her mother's face, and interrupted her mother midway through her speech, "Mother, don't say anymore, I'm a little tired, I'll go inside and rest!"
"Sigh!" Aunt Zhao's helpless sigh lingered in the gloomy space. After taking one last look at her daughter's languid figure, the middle-aged beauty also returned to her bedroom amidst a thousand worries.
The soft silver light shone on the earth. It was the fifteenth of the lunar month, and the moonlight bathed Bao-er-ye's tall figure. A slight intoxication made him feel as if he were floating on clouds, and every blade of grass and tree in the Grand View Garden shimmered with a hazy halo.
"Who?!" Bao-er-ye, who was strolling leisurely, suddenly stopped, his body tense, and his eyes warily looked into the shadows of the flower bushes. Although he had lost his magic power, the mysterious and wondrous senses of his six senses had not diminished but rather increased.
"Heh, heh... Young brother, you're still as formidable as ever!" The powerful yet kind words, imbued with goodwill, appeared before Bao Erye, the Primordial Ancestor, leaning on his bamboo staff.
"Old man, it's you?!" A flicker of doubt and surprise crossed Bao Erye's eyes. He hadn't expected this mysterious demon realm expert to appear in his home. At the same time, a sense of foreboding gripped his heart.
"This humble one thanks you for your great kindness, old man!" After a moment of astonishment, Bao Erye respectfully clasped his hands in a salute. If it weren't for the expert's help, he didn't know how he would have escaped the demon realm.
"It's nothing, no need for such formalities. I've already said this is our destined fate!" The Primordial Ancestor's refined and mysterious aura was so impeccable that even Bao Yu couldn't see through it. Then, his benevolent expression dispelled Bao Yu's doubts. "I was traveling through the mortal realm when I unexpectedly rescued a woman on the road. She happened to have come specifically for you, so I thought I'd lend a hand!"
A woman?! Who could it be? It seems all the women I know are at home right now! A thousand thoughts flashed through my mind in an instant. After much deliberation, a sudden inspiration struck Bao Yu, and his expression changed drastically. "Ah! Is it Miaoyu? How is she? Is she injured?!"
"Heh, heh... Don't worry!" The Primordial Ancestor turned to look at the flower bushes behind him. "She should be waking up soon. Go and see for yourself! Now that I've delivered her there, I'll retire!"
"Farewell, old man! I'll repay you handsomely one day!" Perhaps it was the overwhelming power of the Five-Colored Divine Stone. Although Bao Yu, having lost his magic power, couldn't see through the Primordial Ancestor's malicious intentions, he instinctively maintained a strange wariness towards him!
Before the Primordial Ancestor's figure had even disappeared, Bao Yu had already swiftly rushed towards the flower bushes.
"Miaoyu, Miaoyu... Huh?!" The urgent calls abruptly stopped. Indeed, a beautiful woman lay sprawled among the flowers. Though her face was pale and her hair slightly disheveled, it couldn't conceal her ethereal and otherworldly beauty. Alas, while beautiful, she was not the celestial beauty, Sister Miaoyu, whom Bao Erye so desperately longed for!
Who was this woman?! Why would she travel so far to find him?!
In a mysterious region a thousand miles away, amidst misty, towering mountains far removed from the mortal world, a rebellion more treacherous than any in the human realm was brewing in this celestial realm. At
Qinggeng Peak of Wuji Cliff in the Great Wilderness Mountain, a cultivation ground just below the first blessed land of the Five Villages Temple, the former peace and tranquility, untouched by worldly dust, had been replaced by a chilling, sinister wind. Wisps of dark clouds oppressed the Taoist spiritual energy of the entire Great Wilderness Mountain.
"Senior Sister, will you agree?" Liu Xianglian, whose face was still handsome but whose aura had changed drastically, stood outside the barrier in the center of the hall, his eyes fervently waiting for the celestial beauty trapped inside to nod in agreement!
"Turn back before it's too late, stop daydreaming!" Miaoyu sat cross-legged inside the barrier, a flash of disdain crossing her calm face.
"Why?! Why—" Liu Xianglian roared through rage, his face contorted with rage. Out of control, he casually waved his hand, unleashing a terrifying hurricane. He then screamed madly, "Miaoyu, look how powerful I am now! Even Master is no match for me! Not only in the mortal realm, but one day even the Heavenly Realm will respect me! Why do you still look down on me?!"
"Feelings cannot be forced!" Miaoyu finally opened her beautiful eyes and looked at Liu Xianglian, sincerely advising, "Junior brother, you are not inherently bad. Why are you so determined to fall into the demonic path?!"
Miaoyu paused, then spoke with heartfelt emotion, "Master has treated you with boundless kindness since childhood, and now you have cast him into the forbidden area, his fate unknown. Moreover, Junior Sister still deeply loves you. Why don't you cherish her?"
"Junior Sister?! Senior Sister, did you reject me because of her?!" Liu Xianglian, completely consumed by demonic possession, stammered incoherently, "Don't worry, I've never liked her. I only got close to her to use her!"
"And besides, while Junior Sister is pretty, how can she compare to you, Senior Sister, the most beautiful woman in the cultivation world?! She can make my bed, but she's not qualified to be my wife!" His agitated words completely exposed Liu Xianglian's despicable nature. This guy, whose magical power had suddenly increased, thought he was a genius and that this was how he should be; his arrogance had swelled to infinity!
"Alas! Hopeless!" Miaoyu closed her eyes again, no longer willing to persuade the frenzied traitor.
"You—" A black light flashed in Liu Xianglian's eyes. The possessed man's eyes gleamed with malice, but having been repeatedly rebuffed, he dared not pounce on the beauty again. He could only curse inwardly, wondering where Miaoyu had obtained this magical artifact, which had trapped her within the barrier. But he couldn't get even a step closer!
"Reporting to the Sect Master, I failed in my duty and Xing Xiuyan escaped!" The evil cultivator subdued by Liu Xianglian knelt fearfully at the foot of the steps.
"What?! You good-for-nothing! How could you let her escape with her meager magical power?!"
Liu Xianglian, cursing angrily, involuntarily walked towards the exit of the main hall. He hadn't expected such an unexpected blunder; it seemed he needed to reorganize.
"Ugh..." Just as Liu Xianglian's hurried figure disappeared, suppressed sobs reached Miaoyu's ears from the side door of the main hall. The sobs were heart-wrenching and uncontrollable.
"Is that Junior Sister?!" Although Miaoyu couldn't see the person, her keen mind told her who was crying. Besides Sister You, who had just heard Liu Xianglian's words, who else could be so grief-stricken?!
Chaos erupted suddenly on Dahuang Mountain, a result of Liu Xianglian's unexpected and earth-shattering magical power. Coupled with the group of unorthodox sects he had secretly subdued, this coordinated attack quickly transformed the once-glorious First Taoism sect into a stronghold of evil. The entire Dahuang Mountain was either dead, injured, or imprisoned in the barrier's prison. Only You Sanjie was an exception. She was neither a traitor nor did she resist, thus she could be considered neutral.
"Senior Sister, I was wrong!" The charming young girl's illusions shattered. Awakening, You Sanjie stumbled in, prostrating herself on the ground, shedding her final bitter tears for her "delusional fantasies."
“Junior Sister, your senior sister doesn’t blame you. There are no cowards among the disciples of the Great Wilderness Mountain. Get up! Love is a difficult thing to overcome, and so it is for your senior sister as well!” Miaoyu’s eyes revealed a trace of pity. The beautiful woman, who was in perfect harmony with Baoyu, fully understood her junior sister’s feelings. Women, especially outstanding women, are more willing to do anything for their beloved once they fall in love, which is completely beyond the comprehension of ordinary people!
“Senior Sister, I know what to do!” The outwardly gentle but inwardly strong Third Sister had once gone astray for the sake of her girlish dreams. Now, awakened from her dream, her strong nature finally rose. A determination that was no less than that of men burst forth from her eyes. After bowing deeply to her senior sister with great solemnity, the Third Sister walked out of the main hall with a bitter and resolute smile.
Since the mistake had been made, she would make a final attempt to make amends for it. The beautiful dream of a young girl’s first love quietly transformed into a fierce and determined spirit.
"Alas!" Miaoyu sighed again, shaking her head slightly. The beautiful woman didn't offer any words of comfort. Her junior sister's extreme emotions made her realize that all words were futile. The only way to resolve this tragic situation was for her beloved to arrive in time!
Baoyu, where are you? Do you know? Your Miaoyu is going through a tribulation. Please come quickly!
A deep longing traveled far and wide, crossing mountains and rivers to reach the Jia family mansion in the capital, a thousand miles away. Unaware that her lover had lost his magic, the beautiful woman's eyes shone with intense hope. With the unyielding romantic heart of a young girl, she awaited a dramatic scene, hoping her lover would descend from the heavens on auspicious clouds to save her lover from danger!
Her master's prophecy was truly powerful! Thinking of this, Miaoyu recalled the legend that bound her and her lover together. The slight resentment she once felt towards fate had long since transformed into heartfelt gratitude! Her tribulation had been fulfilled; now it was Baoyu's turn to appear!
The prophecy would surely come true, it certainly would! There's no mistake! Didn't Xiuyan miraculously escape?!
"Hmm!" With a long murmur, the unfamiliar girl awoke from her unconsciousness.
"Ah! You're awake, that's wonderful!" Xiren had just entered the room when she saw the girl's slightly dazed eyes looking around. Overjoyed, she quickly took two steps forward. This unfamiliar woman had been unconscious for three days and three nights since being rescued, and today it was Xiren's turn to take care of her!
"Miss, where is this?! Where is the old sage who saved me?" The young woman, disregarding her injuries, forced herself out of bed, her rapid-fire questions revealing her urgency. "How far is it from the capital? Please tell me, I have a life-or-death matter to attend to!"
"Don't rush, be careful, you're injured!" The gentle Xi Ren coaxed the young woman back to bed with soft words, a kind and natural smile on her face. "This is the capital. Our second master brought you back. I'm just a maid, I don't know much about other things!"
Although the Jia family no longer treated Xi Ren as a maid, and she was destined to become Bao Er's concubine, her gentle nature kept her humble and composed, never showing any arrogance or pride. No wonder Bao Er regarded Xi Ren as an indispensable virtuous helper and a safe haven when he was upset!
"Who said you were a maid? You're my dear lady!" Master Bao showed genuine concern for the unfamiliar young woman, his leisurely laughter adding to Xiren's radiance. He stepped inside and gently embraced the shy beauty, then faced the wary young woman directly, saying, "Miss, the old man who saved you is a friend of mine. He said you were looking for me!"
"Oh, right, I am Jia Baoyu!" Baoyu's words were direct, his clear eyes sparkling with genuine concern. "Allow me to ask one more question, are you a friend or fellow disciple of Sister Miaoyu?! Has something happened to her?!"
It was him, it must be him! A girl's instinctive intuition led Xing Xiuyan to believe the stranger's words. She had heard her senior sister talk about Baoyu before, and the intelligent young woman saw sincerity in his anxious expression. Her own wariness vanished instantly, and she said anxiously, "Young Master Jia, I am Miaoyu's junior sister. There is trouble at Dahuang Mountain, and my senior sister sent me to ask you for help in her time of need!"
"What?! How could this be? Explain yourself!" Baoyu lost his usual composure due to his concern for the beautiful woman. His expression changed drastically, and he subconsciously took a step forward, almost touching Xing Xiuyan, and asked her repeatedly.
"It's like this..." The graceful young woman quickly recounted the events, then remembered another significant matter, "Speaking of which, Xiao Ruzi and the Jia family are related by marriage. My aunt is Madam Xing from your East Mansion, which is why my senior sister told me all this!"
"Ah! You're my aunt's niece, what a coincidence!" Thinking of his ambiguous relationship with Madam Xing, the man who had made the middle-aged beauty beg for mercy last night blushed slightly and subconsciously sighed deeply at the coincidence of fate!
"Since we're sisters, you should rest for a couple of days. I'll go find your aunt to see you!" The shrewd and extraordinary Master Bao waved his hand to stop Xing Xiuyan's objection. He regained his composure and said softly, "I don't know the way and need your help. How can you not heal your injuries?! Besides, according to you, there won't be any major changes in a day or two. Just be patient and heal your injuries. I'll also make some preparations and plan before I act. You'll have one more helper after you recover, right?!"
Chapter Thirteen: Playing with Clouds and Jade (1)
"This... alright!" Although she was full of worries, Xing Xiuyan was, after all, a clever and exceptionally beautiful girl. She felt that Baoyu's words made sense, so she forced herself to suppress her impatience and nodded gently.
Things developed naturally. When the radiant Madam Xing heard the news, she was naturally overjoyed. Xing Xiuyan was arranged to stay at her cousin Yingchun's residence in Zilingzhou.
Damn it! I never thought that Liu Xianglian would be such a treacherous villain. I really misjudged him! Looking up at the sky, filled with countless emotions, Bao Yu spat angrily, cursing inwardly that it was all the fault of "books." No wonder the saying goes, "It's better to have no books than to believe everything in them." If he hadn't been prejudiced, how could he have failed to see Liu Xianglian's wolfish ambitions, thus causing Sister Miaoyu to suffer so needlessly?!
What to do?! How could he save her in his current state?! Sitting alone in his study, Bao Yu was caught in a tangle of thoughts, unable to come up with a proper solution, until he remembered his last hope!
"Fairy Jinghuan, Fairy Sister, are you there?" Bao Yu, with his eyes closed in meditation, called out from the depths of his soul. He exerted all his strength, and his efforts paid off. For the first time, the wicked boy's spirit voluntarily left his body and entered the "Illusory Realm"!
"I can't help you. We're at a critical juncture, and I can't leave my seclusion!" Guanyin, who understood everything, was surrounded by colorful clouds. The female bodhisattva, focused entirely on refining the chaotic power, resolutely refused Baoyu's request. Compared to the billions of beings in the Three Realms, Baoyu's personal matters had to be put aside!
"Fairy sister, good sister, you must have a way! Please, you don't want to see me die in vain, do you?" Undeterred, the fellow fully utilized his shamelessness, shamelessly calling her "sister" and "little sister," his sweet words determined to move the fairy's heart.
"By the way, did you break into the 'Thunder Cave' a while ago?" Although the boundless demonic power of the innate demon had severed Guanyin's six senses in the demon realm, the female bodhisattva's mysterious intuition, greatly enhanced by the divine stone, still detected this.
"Yes! I also found the half of the jade bottle you mentioned!" "The guy, unaware of the enormous disaster he had committed, was still gloating over his incredible good fortune."
"Alas! I can't help you anymore!" A hint of worry flashed across Guanyin's confident face. As a great goddess, she was naturally aware of the legends of the three forbidden lands. The first beauty, her heart pounding with alarm, had no choice but to immediately imprint the details of the three forbidden lands into Baoyu's mind through telepathy. If he didn't realize the terrible consequences, who knew what foolish things this wicked boy, who loved beauty more than power, would do next!
"Baoyu, you must remember, you must not destroy the two forbidden lands, the 'Valley of Wind' and the 'River of Water'!" The Fairy Disenchantment's admonition was extremely solemn. Although the two were separated by a five-colored barrier, Baoyu's magical mind-eye "saw" her sorrowful face.
The Fairy Disenchantment's anxiety only resulted in the boy's unexpected reaction. Having already disregarded traditional morality in reality, Baoyu was far removed from the so-called "righteous path." Fortunately, despite his ruthless methods, he didn't succumb to evil. He remained in a gray area, neither entirely good nor evil, acting impulsively and according to his own conscience.
"Fairy Sister, what's so bad about this 'demon'? If I have to break the forbidden zone to save my woman, then I'd rather unleash the demon!" His nonchalant words revealed an unwavering determination.
"You…" Fairy Jinghuan's millennia-old beliefs infuriated her. She urgently explained, as if exasperated, "Demons are inherently cruel, treacherous, and evil. If 'demons' rule the Three Realms, how can there ever be peace?!"
"Fairy Sister, if I may be so disrespectful, I don't know about the Heavenly Realm. But the human world seems to be rife with evil and injustice. How come this world led by 'gods' is so similar to the 'demon' world you described?!" The guy from the future wasn't blindly loyal; he struck at the heart of the mysterious fairy's words.
"This..." Baoyu's words struck Fairy Disenchantment like a thunderbolt. The beautiful woman, speechless, knew the boy's logic was flawed, but couldn't find a strong rebuttal. Having transformed into Fairy Disenchantment, the stunningly beautiful celestial being lost her composure and unleashed a woman's innate talent—when logic fails, she resorts to savagery.
"Stop talking nonsense! A demon is a demon; how can darkness compare to light?! Remember, under no circumstances should you release the demon's primordial spirit, or the world will be thrown into chaos!"
"Chaos?! More likely, chaos will befall the celestial realm. What does it have to do with us mortals?!" Although Baoyu possessed boundless magical power, he had never truly sought immortality and still considered himself a mortal. Despite these "nonsense" thoughts, he was intimidated by the fairy's disapproving words. Helpless, he abruptly changed the subject, "You haven't said how you'll help me yet. If all else fails, I'll just have to go and die!"
"You brat!" The fairy within the illusion had unknowingly completely identified herself as the Fairy Disenchantment. Falling into the mortal world only amplified her irresistible charm. The celestial beauty involuntarily clenched her jade hands, wishing she could mold the reincarnated monkey into dough. Her broken Dao heart made her vibrant and alluring, her captivating coquettish glances shimmering. The most beautiful woman in the Three Realms, under Bao Yu's patient "coercion," had no choice but to yield.
The Five-Colored Divine Power allowed the Fairy Disenchantment's magical power to rival that of primordial immortals. With her boundless power and the accumulated experience and wisdom of millions of years, after listening to Bao Yu's detailed explanation once more, she said to him with a high degree of certainty, "There must be a very special cause and effect involved. If you really want to... break the seal, then you must remember to quickly merge with the chaotic power. Perhaps this is your destiny, and I won't force you!"
Beyond her sigh of helplessness, the Fairy Disenchantment secretly wondered if the future calamity would arrive prematurely. Has the trajectory of fate changed because of Wukong's reincarnation?!
Pshaw! That's like saying nothing at all; everything still depends on yourself! The rogue was extremely frustrated. Aside from persuading the fairy sister to let him break that damn seal, he had absolutely no idea how to specifically save Miaoyu!
"I'm going back!" Floating dejectedly in the illusory realm, Bao Erye slowly flew towards the exit.
Hope always arrives at the last moment. After countless hesitations, Jinghuan's "righteousness" ultimately succumbed to her "selfishness." The most beautiful woman in the Three Realms, having opened her heart, gritted her teeth and said, "If you really can't manage, go to the Valley of Wind. If my senses are correct, the other half of the Pure Bottle is waiting for you there. You can then escape danger again!"
"Great! Heh, heh... Fairy sister, you're the best!" The guy who was listless just moments before instantly became radiant, causing the beautiful woman to chuckle and almost forget all her troubles.
A captivating smile graced him, and the instant Baoyu's figure vanished, the fairy's heartfelt concern drifted on the wind. "Baoyu, be careful! Patience is paramount; when the time is right, you can sweep away all evil!"
Baoyu, his mind focused, returned to his senses. Slowly opening his eyes, he unconsciously stroked the half-empty bottle in his hand. The mysterious fairy had subtly imprinted the incantation to control the bottle into his heart, adding another layer of protection to his journey through the Great Wilderness Mountain.
"My darling, it's all up to you!" Baoyu smiled leisurely, showing no sign of tension or fear. His eyes gleamed with a burning, infatuated light as he gazed at the magical artifact. Was he speaking to the bottle, or revealing his innermost thoughts to its owner? Having lost his magic power, the man could only place his hopes on the artifact. After a moment's thought, he sprang to his feet and, with overwhelming confidence, stepped out of the room.
Several days passed in a flash. Under the careful care of Madam Xing and Yingchun, Xing Xiuyan's injuries healed rapidly, and the day the young girl had been eagerly awaiting finally arrived.
"Baoyu, let us go with you!" Peach and Plum had pleaded many times, but Baoyu remained unmoved. Plum once again said anxiously, "Although our magical power is not very high, we can still handle dealing with cultivators in the mortal realm. It would be good to have two more helpers if you let us go!"
"Sisters, to be honest, I can't fight them head-on this time. I can only outsmart them. Having more people would only make things more difficult." Baoyu's words, tinged with tenderness, enveloped the worried eyes of the girls. He then changed the subject and said very seriously, "Besides, once I go, I will have to entrust the safety of my home to you two. This will also prevent the demons from taking advantage of the situation and make it easier for me to rescue them without any worries!"
Peach and Plum exchanged glances, seeing a helpless sigh in their best friend's eyes. The two women were eventually persuaded by Baoyu. Thinking of his miraculous immortality, their anxious hearts gradually calmed down.
"Master, I want to go. You can't stop me!" Keqing stepped forward, her tone righteous and leaving no room for Baoyu's argument. "With Sisters Tao and Mei at home, and Fangguan and the others, I can't be of much help. Besides, I'm not just helping you. I heard from Sister Xing that Third Sister's situation is very bad, so Madam You and Eldest Sister specifically entrusted me to go and persuade Third Sister to turn back from her misguided path."
Sigh… Faced with such a solid reason, the eloquent man couldn't argue logically and could only resort to the most shameless tactic: "Good disciple, it's not that I don't want to take you, but look, I've already refused Sisters Tao and Mei. It would be unfair to them if I agreed to your request!"
"No, we're not that petty!" Women always side with women, and although Tao and Mei inevitably felt a pang of jealousy, they still readily offered their help, after all, Keqing's reason for going was indeed better than theirs.
"Thank you, sisters! Master, now you have nothing to say, right?!" The delicate and graceful figure of the young woman was captivating, standing out even among a group of peerless beauties. Her youthful beauty combined with the allure of a mature woman, along with the ethereal grace of her ghostly form and her flawless, snow-white skin, made it impossible for Ke Qing not to be the most stunning of beauties!
"Young Master Bao, let's set off!" Eager to follow her master, Xing Xiuyan had no time for leisurely strolls and romantic scenes. The young woman's patience had reached its limit; if it weren't for her insufficient magical power, she probably would have already flown away from the capital. A
mysterious, multicolored light suddenly burst forth, and in the moment when the women were mesmerized, the enlarged space of the jade bottle, carrying Bao Yu, Ke Qing, and Xiuyan, vanished into the void.
The vast wilderness of the mortal realm, a place for cultivation, holds the most mysterious place not Qinggeng Peak, but the Valley of Wind beneath Wuji Cliff. The Valley of Wind—one of the three forbidden lands of heaven and earth—is more accurately described as an abyss than a valley. Unlike the Thunder Cave, which is protected by divine lightning from the nine heavens, this place is perpetually
shrouded in celestial clouds. Those who forcibly enter are either severely injured and forced back to their original location, or vanish without a trace. Though lacking the formidable power of the Thunder Cave, it is all the more mysterious and terrifying! At the summit of Wuji Cliff, Liu Xianglian stood motionless, gazing at the ever-changing celestial clouds below. Confident in his invincible magical power, he considered jumping several times, but the terrifying power emanating from the depths of heaven and earth within the clouds made him retain a sense of self-awareness!
Forget it! He still has an incomparably glorious future ahead of him; why risk such pointless danger?
"Reporting to the Sect Master, I have been monitoring this place day and night, but I have not seen the Mangmang Zhenren appear. He must have died in the forbidden area long ago!" The ruthless subordinate respectfully bowed to the new generation of giant demons and reported!
"Hmm! Continue to monitor. We cannot let that old man have a chance to escape alive!" The resentment and venom completely obliterated Liu Xianglian's conscience, even calling his mentor "old man." "Also, whatever you do, do not clash with the divine beast in the valley. I, the Sect Master, must be careful of that fellow. If you cause me trouble, I, the Sect Master, will send you down into the valley to vent its anger! "
Miaoyu's long-awaited auspicious five-colored clouds indeed flew towards the Great Wilderness Mountain. However, unlike the girl's beautiful dream, they did not have the overwhelming grandeur and extraordinary spirit. Instead, they furtively lowered their heads just before entering the Great Wilderness Mountain region.
"Brother Bao, the Wuji Cliff is just ahead. What should we do now? Should we charge in immediately?!" "
Since she's Xing's niece, Xing Xiuyan should naturally address her as family." The anxious young woman, slightly impatient amidst her worry, wanted to openly storm the former Taoist temple, now the lair of a heretical cult.
"Sister Xing, wait! We should proceed with caution!" Knowing his own limitations, Bao Er Ye, his face flushed, stopped the girl's impulsiveness.
"Sister Xing, we're mainly here to rescue people, and you know Bao Yu's condition. Don't act rashly and ruin everything!" The understanding and beautiful ghost spirit noticed the embarrassment in her master's eyes. Her heart stirred slightly, and she quietly helped her beloved.
"Alas! How could such a thing happen at this crucial moment?!" Xing Xiuyan's beautiful face, as lovely as a fairy, revealed a helpless sigh. She hadn't expected that the help she had risked her life to bring would be like this. If it weren't for Master Bao's magical jade bottle and Miaoyu's unwavering confidence when speaking of her lover, this stunning beauty would have completely lost hope! Frustrated
as she was, Xiuyan, with a sigh in her heart, still had to muster her fighting spirit and try her best to save them. Desperate, she hoped for a miracle. Pointing to the dense forest stretching out before her, she said, "Let's sneak up the mountain along the side path. This path is very hidden; if we're lucky, we can infiltrate the main hall directly. Senior Sister is trapped there!" Before the words
were even finished, the girl had already darted out. At this moment, her goal of saving her sect from the brink of collapse had automatically been reduced to the much simpler and easier task of rescuing people.
Ugh… a man without ability is truly pathetic; even beautiful women won't give him a second glance! How could a shrewd and extraordinary guy not understand Xing Xiuyan's gaze?! Feeling deeply frustrated, he chased after her with Ke Qing's help, subconsciously touching his unchanging handsome face, secretly gloating to himself, "It seems being just a pretty face really isn't enough; a man still needs ability." Charming!
Ke Qing's heart wasn't filled with such idle thoughts. Her faith in her beloved was unwavering; even now, with her beautiful appearance, hope still filled her heart. In this gentle beauty's heart, Bao Er Ye was the embodiment of miracles, a favorite of heaven!
Her charming face shone with brilliance, and the slender and graceful Ke Qing took her master's arm. The special circumstances left no room for shyness; she naturally and affectionately led Bao Yu through the grass and branches! Their robes fluttered, ethereal beauty swirled—a truly graceful pair!
"Something's up, everyone be careful!" Xing Xiuyan's hopes for good fortune didn't go their way. Hidden at the foot of the distant mountain, a group of evil cultivators patrolling day and night sensed the movement of air currents. Under Liu Xianglian's extremely strict orders, their subordinates, not daring to slack off, immediately discovered the enemy's presence.
"Boss, we're about to make a great contribution! The newcomers aren't very powerful!" "The evil cultivator, skilled in clairvoyance, was incredibly excited after concentrating his magic. Finding an easy target was always a great thing.
'Everyone, get ready! We'll attack as soon as the enemy enters the encirclement,' the leader said, demonstrating considerable skill by swiftly setting up a tight formation. Then, just in case, he told his fastest subordinate, 'Go back immediately and report to the sect leader. We'll be prepared in case the enemy manages to escape up the mountain!'
'Yes, Your Majesty!' The swift-footed warrior streaked through the air, leaving behind a terrifying net, its jaws wide open, waiting for its prey to willingly enter and surrender.
'Something seems off up ahead!' Though his magic was gone, Bao Yu's extraordinary six senses were even more remarkable. Guided by an inexplicable intuition, he abruptly stopped his flight.
Xing Xiuyan, leading the way, stopped, her heart tightening. After observing carefully for a moment, the girl said with slight displeasure, 'There's nothing unusual! Don't scare yourself!'" "
Her voice paused slightly, perhaps due to her disappointment in Baoyu, the girl blurted out involuntarily, "This secret passage is our only hope. Even if it's a bit dangerous, we have to try!"
Although the strange feeling in Baoyu's heart had not disappeared, he had to agree with what Xing Xiuyan said. With a helpless sigh, he could only turn to Keqing and say, "Be very careful. If something really happens, you must leave first if you can. Don't worry about me! Anyway, I have an immortal body protecting me. Even a thousand-year-old demon in the demon realm can't do anything to me, let alone cultivators in the mortal world!"
"Mm!" Keqing nodded heavily with a warm smile on her jade-like face. The clarity in her beautiful eyes began to flicker and become hazy. Her shy and timid reply was unclear whether it was an answer to Baoyu's words or a soft murmur of joy that she couldn't help but feel!
"Let's go!" Although Xiuyan, no longer speaking, had verbally rebuked the "incompetent" Brother Bao, the young girl's intelligent heart instinctively heightened its alertness. Her magical power was poised to be unleashed, ready to strike at any moment.
Closer, closer! The group of evil cultivators, eager for glory, narrowed their eyes, concealing their fierce killing intent even more tightly. Experienced as they were, they meticulously planned their attack, step by step, choosing the perfect moment.
Heh, heh… a smug laugh echoed in the leader's mind. Seeing his prey reach the center of their formation, a ferocious light replaced his hawk-like gaze. The time had come; he wouldn't hesitate any longer.
"Kill!" A fierce roar—but it didn't escape his lips. The leader, who had intended to charge forward, froze, his clay-sculpted form turning deathly pale, his incredulous gaze filled with shock and fear! Good heavens, how could this be?! Had the enemy set up a barrier beforehand?!
The leader, his eyes barely able to move, strained to look around. His aching eyes saw his subordinates in the same predicament. Terrified, his face turned ashen. He was finished, doomed!
The sudden change was incredibly strange, and what followed was even more unexpected.
The three enemies, who had seemingly won a great victory in the eyes of the evil sects, showed no joy whatsoever. Instead, they remained wary and cautious, and even after disappearing from their sight, they hadn't recovered from their tension.
Damn it! What on earth happened?! Before the endless questions could be answered, a gentle breeze swept by, and the evil sect cultivators felt a sudden darkness before their eyes, losing all consciousness.
"Phew—" Xing Xiuyan, having crossed the foot of the mountain, let out a long sigh of relief. The beautiful woman, relieved to have escaped a close call, felt even more resentful of Baoyu's "caution." "Nothing happened! Why did you, a grown man, make such a fuss?! I really don't know what Senior Sister saw in you?!"
"Sister Xing, how can you say that?!" The usually gentle Keqing snapped. Baoyu could tolerate the teasing of the Grand View Garden sisters, but only if it was their own sisters. Now, it was an "outsider," and the tone was so serious, even looking down on her beloved. How could Keqing not change her expression and respond coldly?!
"Alright, alright, stop arguing!" Although Baoyu was also angry, he thought of Miaoyu's danger and, being the kind of person who loved her more than anything, generously advised her, but his words became unfamiliar. "We should focus on saving her. Miss Xing, lead the way!"
The swift-footed man who had brought the news earlier was now lying in the grass, and the group of evil cultivators guarding the mountainside were perhaps too confident in their companions at the foot of the mountain to be on high alert. Thus, Baoyu and his companions reached the top of the mountain without any trouble.
Chapter Fourteen: Playing with Clouds and Jade (2)
"That's the main hall. Great! There's no one guarding the side gate. Let's go in and break the barrier to rescue our senior sister!" Although she had many complaints about Baoyu, Xiuyan still had to place her hopes of breaking the barrier on him. At this moment, the young girl had no choice but to pray for the old man's blessing.
A group of cultivators, quite a distance from the three, were chatting idly. They were utterly unconvinced that anyone could escape the all-encompassing surveillance of the Heavenly Net, and were quite at ease, even storing their magical treasures away.
"Hey, it seems like someone's over there?!" One of them exclaimed in surprise, though his view was obscured by rocks, he inexplicably had this thought.
"Strange, I also feel like someone's over there?!" Before another cultivator's words had even faded, the others' faces were filled with intense astonishment. They had all had the same premonition at the same moment—it was truly bizarre!
"Let's go, let's go see!" The lazy group sprang to life, their feet treading on clouds as they soared into the air.
"Who's there?! Seize them!" Before Bao Yu and his companions even stepped through the side gate, dozens of figures of evil cultivators had already arrived, their sharp killing intent not only blocking their path but also attracting countless enemies to swarm towards them.
"Not good, escape to the back mountain!" The overwhelming disparity in strength and numbers made Bao Yu and his companions dare not linger in the fight. Seeing that there was no chance to save them, they were forced to rush towards the only direction where the enemy had not yet gathered—the top of Wuji Cliff—led by Xing Xiuyan!
Although the evil cultivators' magic power was far inferior to that of the thousand-year-old giant demon, it was undoubtedly an insurmountable disaster for Bao Yu and the two women, Xing and Qin, at this moment. The short journey was full of heart-stopping moments and terrifying dangers!
"Boom!" A deadly light burst out from among hundreds of magical artifacts, narrowly missing the three of them and creating a large crater. In the billowing dust, the innocent earth once again became the scapegoat!
"Be careful!" Although the three of them escaped the encirclement, the pursuit from above and below did not stop for a moment. A black light far more terrifying than all the previous attacks struck down like a thunderbolt from the heavens, its target being Xing Xiuyan, who was fleeing ahead.
Although Ke Qing's warning was timely, Xiu Yan, whose magical power was low, was powerless against the lightning-fast sneak attack. She could only watch helplessly as the power that could obliterate her was upon her.
She was doomed! The girl instinctively closed her beautiful eyes. Her heart shattered at the thought of her fleeting youth, not yet having enjoyed its full glory!
"Bang!" The dull thud of the impact instantly tightened Ke Qing's nerves to the limit. The deadly light struck flesh and blood squarely, and the mountain-splitting power vanished with a deafening roar after a flash of sparks.
"Ah!" Her hair flew wildly in the wind. Opening her eyes, Xing Xiu Yan blankly scanned her unharmed body. The girl, who had resigned herself to death, suddenly looked up and saw the swaying, upright figure before her!
Heavens! It was Bao Yu! He had saved her, shielding her from that fatal force with his own flesh and blood!
Hmm… An uncontrollable surge of warmth welled up in Xing Xiuyan's heart, a bittersweet feeling spreading through her. A thousand thoughts raced through her mind in a flash, and uncontrollable tears welled up, turning her eyes red. She—the usually rational Xing Xiuyan—had frozen in shock during this life-or-death escape.
"Baoyu, don't scare me!" In this dire situation, Ke Qing abandoned her playful address, her deepest emotions transforming into a cry tinged with fear. The beautiful ghost, disregarding everything, pulled Baoyu into her soft embrace.
Damn it! Who possessed such power?! After a moment of realizing what was happening, Bao Yu, standing tall and imposing once more, came into the two women's view. He immediately grabbed one of their arms and said, "What are you all standing there for? Run for your lives!"
"Brother Jia, since you're here, why not sit down, have a cup of tea, and chat? Ha, ha..." Amidst the arrogant and triumphant laughter, a cloud of mist churned, and Liu Xianglian, seemingly floating on clouds, deliberately stood high above, looking down contemptuously at the three ants beneath his feet.
"Brother Liu's tea is too awful. I have no interest!" Bao Yu responded loudly, while lowering his voice to urge the two women, "You two hurry up and leave. His main target is me!"
To buy time, the leisurely-smiling Bao Yu then raised his voice again, "However, if Brother Liu would be willing to make a 'poisonous heart and lung soup,' then I would be willing to try it!"
"Hurry up and run! If you don't leave, I can't leave either!" Bao Yu's large hand, hidden behind his back, urged the two women to run quickly. Unfortunately, Ke Qing remained resolute and showed no intention of moving, while Xiu Yan, who was always at odds with him, also remained silent and unmoved, her eyes glazed over.
"Brother Jia, don't waste your time! None of you can escape!" Liu Xianglian's magic was indeed terrifying; even Bao Yu's barely audible words did not escape his ears. The petty man, deliberately tormenting his hateful rival, mocked, "Brother Jia is indeed sentimental, still thinking of his beloved at such a critical moment. I truly admire you!" He
paused slightly, then used his large hand to manipulate the wind and clouds, demonstrating his immense power. Feigning magnanimity, he leaned down and teased, "We've known each other for a while, so don't say I'm not giving you face. How about this, if you kneel and kowtow to me, I'll let your two women go down the mountain, how about it?"
"Bao Yu, no!" Ke Qing spoke first, her resolute eyes flashing with countless emotions. She was unwilling to see her beloved kneel down. Although Xing Xiu Yan was not as agitated, the burning anger in her eyes as she looked at Liu Xianglian revealed her girlish heart.
"Keqing, don't worry, I'm not a fool, how could I believe what that sorcerer says?!" Who was Master Bao? He saw right through Liu Xianglian's manipulation of him!
"Brother Liu, I really want to kneel down and loosen my muscles, but unfortunately my woman doesn't want such a useless and cowardly husband! I'm sorry, I can't let you have your way!"
Hmm... Even at this critical moment, Keqing and Xing Xiuyan couldn't help but feel incredibly shy. Baoyu and Liu Xianglian kept saying they were Baoyu's women, and the two women were naturally filled with mixed feelings of shyness and joy, especially Keqing, who felt an immense excitement and happiness as if her lifelong wish had suddenly come true.
"Heh, heh..." A chilling laugh, like the cold of winter ice, revealed Liu Xianglian's true nature as his expression darkened. "Since Brother Jia's knees are weak, I'll lend you a hand! Prepare to die!" A
series of thunderclaps suddenly appeared amidst Liu Xianglian's changing gestures. The three, their hands clasped, moved erratically in the lightning, sometimes fast, sometimes slow, sometimes close, sometimes back. Though their escape was tense and disheveled, the handsome and dashing Bao Yu, coupled with the graceful Ke Qing and Xiu Yan, even drew admiration from the onlookers, the evil cultivators, who saw a man and two women dancing gracefully in the lightning—a truly captivating sight!
"Die!" The more extraordinary and free-flowing Bao Yu's demeanor, the stronger the jealousy in Liu Xianglian's eyes became. The man, who had originally intended to capture his enemy alive and humiliate him, suddenly turned fierce, increasing the strength in his hands.
Bao Yu, holding a woman's hand in each hand, walked on a tightrope thousands of feet high. Under increasing pressure, cold sweat began to pour down his forehead. In desperation, he remembered the Fairy Disenchantment's words; it seemed he would have to risk that immense danger again. He had to fight!
"Xiuyan, where is the Valley of the Wind? Lead the way!" Life-or-death trials are the best way to strengthen relationships. The earlier estrangement between the two at the foot of the mountain had long since transformed into camaraderie and a hint of romance.
Women are always so fond of romance. While Bao Er Ye was focused entirely on avoiding danger, the two women's eyes were filled with a hazy, dreamy light. They paid no heed to the lightning and fire, only following the tall figure, moving forward and backward together, as if they weren't fleeing for their lives, but strolling hand-in-hand with their lovers on a beach or among flowers!
"Hmm!" Xing Xiuyan involuntarily pointed to the nearby mountaintop. The three of them, their bodies and minds resonating in unison, simultaneously accelerated their escape towards the perilous place.
"Huh!" A strong sense of astonishment arose among the hundreds of evil cultivators. They were astonished that the three of them had managed to escape the sect leader's world-destroying lightning array, amazed by the terrifying physique of the boy who always shielded them from lightning in critical moments, and most astonished that the three of them were fleeing towards a dead end. Was it because that direction was undefended?!
"Trying to commit suicide? No way! You'll die by my hand, the sect leader's hand!" Each word was spat out from between his teeth, Liu Xianglian's eyes blazing with fury, his hatred for Baoyu burning to the bone. Seeing that his elegant and dashing methods couldn't deal with his rival, he resolved to use the most primitive method—close-quarters combat and a group beating to finish off his opponent!
"Catch them!" Liu Xianglian waved his hand, and countless subordinates immediately swarmed after the enemy, while he himself paused beneath the clouds, then used all his strength to chase after Baoyu at an unbelievable speed.
With Liu Xianglian's speed and positioning, he was certain he could catch Baoyu and the other two before they jumped into the forbidden area to commit suicide. Unfortunately, Liu Xianglian's confident fierceness was once again mocked by fate; the moment he moved, a strange and unprecedented gale suddenly blew towards him. Even with his now unparalleled magical power, he was blown off his feet and nearly fell from the clouds, let alone catch up!
"Damn it!" Hatred contorted Liu Xianglian's face. When he regained his footing and gave chase again, Baoyu and the other two had already reached the edge of the Wuji Cliff, with the forbidden "Valley of Wind" below them, a place that terrified the three realms.
"Baoyu, shall we use the Jade Bottle to escape?!" Xing Xiuyan was well aware of the dangers of the forbidden area. The
panting young girl instinctively thought Baoyu was preparing to use this opportunity to use magic to escape.
"No, I came to save Miaoyu, I will never abandon her!" Baoyu's words stirred the hearts of both Keqing and Xiuyan, but also confused them. In this situation, were they to stay and wait to die?!
"You two, get on it and hurry!" Baoyu swiftly chanted an incantation, releasing the magic bottle. At the same time, he suddenly pushed the two women into the mystical space, declaring without hesitation, "I'm going into the Valley of Wind; there's a final chance to save Miaoyu there!"
"Whoosh!" His robes whistled through the air as Baoyu leaped into the misty clouds before his words were even finished.
"Baoyu!" Amidst her passionate cry, Keqing didn't ride the magic bottle away. Instead, she leaped into the bottomless abyss. The unique spacetime and the shared peril had caused her to abandon her reserve and burn away her inferiority complex, unhesitatingly chasing after her destined lover.
"Alas!" Xing Xiuyan, unable to resist her own impulse, stepped out of the magic bottle and followed. The magical bottle, possessing a certain intelligence, paused slightly before automatically flying into the Valley of Wind to the astonishment of the assembled cultivators!
"Damn it!" In the blink of an eye, his enemy had leaped into the sealed forbidden area. Instead of feeling any joy, Liu Xianglian was enraged, his face contorted with rage, wishing he could kill the detestable Jia Baoyu with his own hands!
"Sect Master, please reconsider!" The group of cultivators finally flew to the edge of the cliff. Seeing Liu Xianglian's eager expression, they hurriedly tried to dissuade him, fearing that his impulsive actions would lead him to his death and ruin the cult's great cause!
"Continue to monitor him. If Jia Baoyu emerges alive from the forbidden area, dismember him without mercy!" After weighing his options, Liu Xianglian regained his composure. His thoughts returned to normal, and he immediately flew towards the main hall. He wanted to inform Miaoyu of Jia Baoyu's death as soon as possible; his purpose was self-evident.
"Whoosh—" The clouds churned and surged in the fierce wind, but instead of plunging into the abyss and being shattered to pieces as expected, Baoyu and his companions stood firmly on the clouds.
"Thump!" As soon as Baoyu regained his footing, Keqing flew into his arms like a swallow returning to its nest. "Why did you come down here too?!"
Before a faint bitter smile could appear on Baoyu's helpless lips, an even greater surprise descended from the sky. Xing Xiuyan, who had always looked down on him, had also landed in front of him. Even more amusingly, half a jade bottle was circling around him with a whimpering sound, as if expressing her grievances and dissatisfaction at being abandoned!
"So this place is actually so beautiful, not dangerous at all!" Xing Xiuyan, who had long heard of the horrors of this place, looked around with curious eyes, both sighing at the huge contrast and trying to escape Baoyu's bright, seemingly probing gaze!
"Yes! I also thought it would be a mountain of knives or a sea of fire!" With affection in his eyes, Bao Yu naturally wouldn't speak coldly to the young women anymore. He even took the opportunity to recount the boundless power of the Thunder Cave, further fueling the two women's curiosity about its unusual nature.
"Bao Yu, do you think this 'Valley of Wind' might also suddenly be struck by divine lightning?" Since Ke Qing had thrown herself into her beloved's arms in a surge of emotion, she simply refused to leave; in truth, it would be difficult for the beauty to break free, as her wicked master's strong, burning arms constantly held her slender waist, like a love knot woven from countless threads of affection, binding Ke Qing and himself firmly together.
"Probably not!" The intuition of the Five-Colored Divine Stone made Bao Yu shake his head in denial, but his vigilance didn't relax in the slightest. "There must be other dangers. These three forbidden areas are definitely not trivial matters!"
Perhaps women who fall in love lose their original strength; the two women, their hearts filled with longing, involuntarily looked fearfully at the boundless sea of clouds.
"Don't be afraid, with me as your number one shield, we can overcome any danger!" The three chatted idly as they strolled hand in hand on the clouds. Bao Yu, fully embodying his manly virtues, smiled gently, soothing the wounds in the two women's hearts.
The continuous clouds, though seemingly chaotic, held hidden mysteries. Whether the three walked slowly or soared through the air, they were always surrounded by a white mist. No solid ground was visible.
The anticipated danger hadn't materialized, but the two women, who had walked for an unknown amount of time, were now panting heavily, their initial enthusiasm replaced by dejection.
"We've entered a primordial maze!" A thought flashed through Bao Yu's mind; after much verification, he finally confirmed his suspicion. With a hint of annoyance, he carefully explained, "Whether human, god, or demon, once you enter this innate seal, unless you find a way to break the formation, no matter how high your magical power, you can't escape the barrier. The only barrier is that you'll be trapped inside forever!"
"Brother Bao, you can definitely do it! Even the innate divine lightning can't harm you, you can definitely lead us through this maze!" It wasn't Ke Qing who spoke first, offering such high praise; Xing Xiuyan, for the first time, cast her admiring gaze upon the towering Bao Yu.
"Yes, Sister Xing is right, I have faith in you!" Ke Qing softly echoed, giving Xiuyan a slight smile. The two women's slight resentment vanished in that smile.
"Heh, heh..." Besides a silly laugh, Bao Yu had no other options. He hadn't expected the two women to admire him so much, making the helpless man quite ashamed.
What to do? Could he even walk through the maze?!
"Demon Ancestor, I have sent Jia Baoyu into the Valley of Wind as you instructed!" In a secluded spot in the Great Wilderness Mountain, the Primordial Ancestor, acting in the shadows, was extremely respectful to his master in the Mystic Mirror. Finally, he anxiously asked, "Can Jia Baoyu break through the Valley of Wind? It seems there's been no movement since he went in!"
"He can do it! You don't need to worry about the Valley of Wind anymore. Hurry up and make the next arrangements!" The Primordial Demon's understanding of the Five-Colored Divine Stone was far beyond that of ordinary people! A triumphant smile flickered on the shrouded face of the Heavenly Giant Demon, brimming with confidence, as if he had already foreseen the moment his second primordial spirit would return.
"Baoyu, how long have we been here? I'm so hungry, I'm starving!" Sighs and lamentations filled the forbidden area. Baoyu and his companions could only walk or lie down, but no matter how hard they tried, they couldn't escape the control of the forbidden area. Xing Xiuyan's hair was disheveled, and she was extremely agitated.
"I feel terrible too, like my spirit is about to dissipate!" Before Baoyu could respond, Keqing, who was lying on the cloud with Xiuyan, spoke up, weak and listless, "We must have been trapped for over a hundred days and nights!"
"It's one hundred and eighty days and nights. Fortunately, we can still distinguish between day and night here!" Baoyu, who was also lying on the cloud, did not feel hungry, but the long siege was gradually wearing down his patience and rationality!
"Alas! It's been three years already, it seems we'll never get out!" Time flies like an arrow, and Keqing, utterly despondent, murmured to herself, nestled in Baoyu's arms.
"Yes, I really want to eat!" Xiuyan, possessing magical powers, had been starving for years, but strangely enough, she only grew hungrier without dying of hunger.
"This damned forbidden area is too awful! I wonder if Sister Feng and the others are doing well at home? Are they sad because they can't see me?!" Worry and frustration had filled Baoyu's heart, and for several years he had completely forgotten his desires, only embracing the two women without engaging in any sexual acts.
"Bang!" Before Baoyu finished speaking, something suddenly fell from the sky, and amidst the trembling clouds, an incredibly cute sika deer appeared before the three of them.
"Wow! A deer!" Looking at the little deer that had fallen into the abyss, Keqing and Xiuyan instinctively saw a delicious lump of venison. Having not tasted meat for three years, they felt they could swallow it whole.
"Kill it! Kill it! Drink its blood! Eat its flesh!" Long-suppressed frustration transformed into a violent roar echoing in Bao Yu's heart.
The three men stood up simultaneously, advancing step by step towards the fawn. The poor animal, perhaps still dizzy from the fall, or perhaps terrified by the men's terrifying gazes, stood frozen in place, forgetting to run.
"Great! Good stuff!" The man and two women completely lost their composure. This was understandable; any normal person living like this for a few years would be insane. It was like a thirsty traveler in the desert suddenly seeing an oasis—wouldn't they rush towards it without stumbling?!
"Meow..." Faced with the three men's raised knives, the fawn let out a pitiful bleat like a lamb, its wide-open eyes overflowing with tears of fear and pleading!
"Boom!" A faint, mournful sound, like a thunderbolt from a clear sky, exploded in the hearts of the three
. Their kind nature was finally awakened by the cry, and the dark side, an indispensable part of their lives, vanished like a fleeting moment. Baoyu and the two women froze for a moment, as if suddenly realizing something, and returned to their normal selves! Good heavens! What were they thinking?! How could they have the heart to kill such an adorable little deer, even wanting to devour it alive? Ugh... what's wrong with them?! Have they gone mad?!
"I'm sorry, little deer!" The two women squatted down, their maternal instincts overflowing, and stroked the deer's head. Although it was a small animal, they sincerely expressed their apology. Baoyu, though not as emotional, still smiled self-deprecatingly and withdrew his hand, while giving the curiously looking up deer a kind smile!
"Roar!" A deafening roar suddenly burst from the fawn's mouth. Before the astonishment in Baoyu and his companions could even show, the scenery around them suddenly changed. Although they were still standing on clouds, the misty sky had disappeared, and the azure sky was clearly visible.
"Congratulations, you have passed the test of your nature. Now you can return to the human world!" The long words brought a glimmer of hope to Baoyu and his companions. What they had just experienced was actually an illusion test. Only a moment had passed in reality. What a terrifying innate illusion array! It had even fooled Baoyu's amazing intuition!
Chapter Fifteen: Playing with Clouds and Jade (3)
"Ah!" The two women cried out in surprise because the speaker was not a human, but a golden Qilin divine beast. Its fur, which moved without wind, leaped with beautiful yet earth-shattering flames. The Golden Qilin, one of the five great divine beasts of heaven and earth, appeared in front of Baoyu and his companions!
"Brother Qilin, could you let us find the other half of the Pure Bottle before we leave?!" The most composed of the three, Bao Yu, held his magic weapon with a beaming smile. He had entered the formation with a purpose, and of course wouldn't give up easily!
"No! My duty is to protect the seal of the forbidden area. Stop talking nonsense and leave now, or don't blame this divine beast for injuring you!" The Golden Qilin not only spoke human language, but its demeanor and temperament were also indistinguishable from a human's. Unfortunately, it imitated an impulsive and barbaric creature, giving Bao Yu no chance to reason!
"Roar!" Seeing that Bao Yu and the others still didn't know what was good for them, the Golden Qilin, no longer willing to persuade them, suddenly swelled in size, appearing before Bao Yu as if towering over the heavens, and even raised a foot to "lightly" kick!
Damn it! Is this how you send guests off? Being touched like that, even if you don't die, you'll be seriously injured!
Thinking of this, Bao Yu bravely pulled the two women behind him and stepped forward to take the divine beast's kick!
With a deafening roar, Baoyu tumbled a considerable distance across the clouds. Lost in thought, before the two women could even cry out, he stood up, baring his teeth, and grinned at the golden Qilin, saying, "Brother Qilin, we mortals have rules. I took that blow for nothing, so can you grant my request now?"
"Roar! You're quite amusing, but unfortunately, the Holy Maiden has decreed that no one is allowed to enter the forbidden area. Give up," the divine beast's imposing aura only intensified, and it spoke earnestly to Baoyu, "If you take another step forward, I'll attack again! If you don't leave after I hit you again, I'll unleash the Samadhi True Fire. Are you leaving or not?!"
"Come on, I won't leave until I get the magic treasure!" Baoyu's resounding words interrupted the divine beast's threat, his confident tone transforming from relaxed to fearless. His heroic masculinity made the two women forget the beast's terror, their eyes sparkling with countless little stars!
"Roar!" The furious roar changed the very fabric of the sky and earth. The divine beast of heaven and earth could not believe that someone would be so ungrateful. Although the creature was quite intelligent, it was not human after all, and how could it appreciate the heroic spirit of Bao Yu, a mere mortal?!
Two jade-like hands almost simultaneously landed on Bao Yu's shoulders and back. Although Ke Qing and Xiu Yan were extremely nervous in the face of the enormous beast, the fact that they could fight side by side with their beloved and share hardships was one of the greatest happinesses of all. They had no regrets and were fearless!
"Fools. You won't shed tears until you see the coffin. Now I'll show you the power of my Qilin!" Accompanying the divine beast's anger, pure blue flames flickered around it. Although the deadly heat was still far away, the beautiful ghost's spirit began to flicker. Xiu Yan's flesh and blood body was also as if it were in a sea of fire. Her beautiful hair began to lose its captivating black luster under the relentless roar of the flames.
"Samadhi True Fire!" The man and two women cried out almost simultaneously. This was not the fire magic spoken of by cultivators in the mortal world. It was the innate divine fire, said to be able to incinerate all things!
"Xiuyan, quickly take Keqing and leave!" In this critical situation, Master Bao could no longer guarantee the safety of the two women. He stood alone at the forefront, his expression grave. He knew that given Keqing's feelings for him, she would never leave alone. He could only place his hopes on the more rational Xing Xiuyan!
"No, we'll die together!" Unfortunately, Master Bao's plan did not go as expected. The young girl, just beginning to experience love, could not be expected by common sense. Xing Xiuyan refused without hesitation and, instead of advancing, retreated with Keqing to stand on either side of Baoyu!
"Looking for death! Roar!" A terrifying beastly roar echoed in the space where they were. The three's bravery and fearlessness were all taken by the golden unicorn as contempt for its authority. The maddened divine beast's eyes were replaced by rage, and it was about to burn the three ungrateful creatures to ashes!
"Whoosh!" Thousands of flames rose up, the Samadhi True Fire, which could even kill a Great Luo Golden Immortal, detached from the body. It condensed into the gaping maw of a phantom Qilin before the Golden Qilin, lunging at the three like a beast devouring the heavens and the earth; where the flames passed, not only did clouds and mist evaporate, but even space itself was burned into absolute nothingness!
What terrifying innate divine fire! Deadly danger instantly enveloped the three's minds and bodies; Ke Qing and Xiu Yan were definitely doomed to have their souls scattered. Even the Five-Colored Divine Stone, the "immortal body," made people suspicious; it seemed that Nuwa used in the past to mend the heavens with innate divine fire!
The trial of life and death had not yet yielded a result. Just as the sky full of true fire was about to engulf the three's figures, a mysterious and gentle voice suddenly appeared out of nowhere, bringing about a change and a turning point in the situation!
"Great Golden, stop!" Not far behind the Golden Qilin, another
Golden Qilin, equally tall but much "gentler," appeared before everyone's eyes.
The endless flames retreated instantly, shrinking back into the golden unicorn's body like a tide.
Wow, another one! This one's female, they must be a pair! The danger had just passed, and the bored Bao Yu, seeing Da Jin's obedient, bowed head, thought of his own henpecked nature. Heh, heh… so it's not just men who are afraid of their wives, even the Qilin beasts are!
"Bao Yu, there's someone on that Qilin's back!" Ke Qing and Xiu Yan, having narrowly escaped death, were secretly grateful for the arriving beasts and couldn't help but stare intently. They immediately spotted the incredible, graceful figure sitting atop Pang Quan's back.
"Someone?! That's good, perhaps it's easier to communicate with someone of the same kind!" Though the rogue said this, his heart was pounding. He knew without a doubt that the mysterious person must be the Qilin's master. And since the Qilin's temperament was so ferocious, its master probably wasn't much better, and its power must be even more incredible.
"Roar! Kneel down and pay homage to the Holy Maiden!" Perhaps angered by his "wife," the male golden unicorn's eyes gleamed with even greater murderous intent than before. With a roar to the sky, it reared up on its forelegs, its fierce aura sweeping over Baoyu and his companions.
"Jia Baoyu greets the Holy Maiden!" Forced to bow under the eaves, and facing his powerful master, the needy Baoyu had no choice but to respectfully offer a deep bow.
"Hmm! You are Jia Baoyu, huh? You are indeed more impressive than you've heard!" The mysterious Holy Maiden sat motionless atop the unicorn's back, her veil fluttering in the wind, a fleeting, inexplicable glint of mockery flashing in her bright eyes!
Ugh… this is getting complicated! Bao Erye hadn't expected to make such a bad impression. Unable to win a fight, he secretly feared for his life and could only accept the mockery with a helpless smile. He then brazenly said, "So, the Holy Maiden has also heard of me. With your extraordinary talent, intelligence, and righteous spirit… you'll surely grant me a small request, right?!"
"Heh, heh…" Xiuyan and Keqing struggled to suppress their snickers. They hadn't expected this man, who had just been so full of bravado, to be so adept at flattery. It was like the Yangtze River flowing endlessly, the Yellow River overflowing its banks!
"You're quite the smooth talker," the Holy Maiden's misty eyes finally showed a hint of reaction. Just as Bao Erye was secretly pleased with himself, she suddenly changed her tone, speaking in an icy voice, "However, this Holy Maiden hates smooth-talking people the most. Whatever your request—I will not agree!"
"Roar!" In unison with their master's words, the male and female Qilin roared to the sky, displaying their invincible power!
"Baoyu, do you have a grudge against her?" Keqing asked quietly in a low voice. Both the beautiful Lingxiu and Xiuyan sensed an unusual aura; this holy maiden was clearly targeting Baoyu.
"This is my first time in the Great Wilderness Mountain, how could I have a grudge against her?!" Baoyu muttered to himself, utterly puzzled. He then looked at Keqing with deep doubt and said, "But it's strange, I feel like I'm somewhat familiar with this holy maiden. What about you?"
"What are you talking about so furtively? You don't look like a good person at all!" The mysterious holy maiden interrupted their conversation with a reproachful tone. Although her words were melodious, Baoyu's extraordinary senses detected something amiss. The scrutinizing light in his eyes intensified!
Who is she?! She must be using a falsetto to avoid being recognized! A thousand thoughts raced through Baoyu's mind, which soared into the sea of perfect memories, searching at lightning speed for the sole truth behind the swirling fog!
"How dare you be so disrespectful to this Holy Maiden!" The Holy Maiden's expression changed drastically at Bao Yu's "terrifying" gaze. She lightly patted her mount and said, "Little Jin, burn him to death!"
Before her furious words had even finished, the Holy Maiden whispered to Little Jin in an almost imperceptible tone, "Just scare him, don't get serious!"
Bao Er Ye, his face contorted in shock, protected the two women and flew backward. The approaching sea of fire was no joke!
Wow! What kind of Holy Maiden is this? She's even more terrifying than a madwoman, she's practically a witch!
Huh, a witch?! A flash of inspiration struck Bao Er Ye, and boundless joy filled his mind after a moment of focused confirmation. Instead of retreating, he charged forward towards the Samadhi True Fire, showing no fear in the face of danger, but rather immense joy!
"Senior Sister, why aren't you sad at all when you heard the news?!" Inside the main hall of Qinggeng Peak. The twisted Liu Xianglian was greatly dissatisfied with Miaoyu's calm demeanor. Eager to see her weep or wail in despair, he deliberately mocked, "Do you not believe he fell into the Valley of the Wind, or do you simply not like him?!"
A serene smile danced on Miaoyu's lips. The celestial beauty glanced with pity at the agitated clown outside the barrier, saying with effortless ease, "Don't waste your time. Baoyu will be perfectly safe and sound, and he'll even bring you a surprise!"
"You…" A curse caught in his throat. Even in his demonic state, Liu Xianglian's mad love for Miaoyu hadn't diminished in the slightest. Unfortunately, his wicked methods had backfired, turning what should have been beautiful into something ugly.
"Hmph! Just you wait!" With a furious outburst, Liu Xianglian flicked his sleeve, unable to bear Miaoyu's pitying gaze any longer, and stormed out of the hall in a rage!
"I don't believe you, you pretty face, can really come back!" Miaoyu's confident words echoed in Liu Xianglian's mind. His jealousy burned fiercely, and he instinctively went to the edge of the cliff, glaring hatefully at the swirling clouds.
"Senior brother, I've been looking for you for so long! So you're here!" The Third Sister's joyful figure approached from afar. The pretty young woman stood side-by-side at the edge of the cliff, cautiously peering down, and asked with a nonchalant smile, "I heard they said you knocked Jia Baoyu off the cliff! Senior brother is really amazing!"
"What do you want?" Liu Xianglian was still angry and had no patience for his annoying junior sister.
The Third Sister wasn't unattractive; her delicate beauty, compared to Miaoyu, was a different kind of refined femininity. But perhaps what is unattainable is always the most perfect, or perhaps Liu Xianglian's narrow-mindedness made him see the Third Sister as an obstacle between himself and Miaoyu. In any case, his attitude towards You Sanjie was inconsistent, sometimes warm, sometimes cold, as if she came when summoned and dismissed when dismissed.
"Senior brother, can't I come to you for no reason?!" The Third Sister's face was filled with resentment, her jade-like head lowered, her soft words involuntarily revealing a hint of sadness. Her charming figure naturally moved closer to Liu Xianglian.
"Of course, why not?! Junior sister, you can come to me whenever you want!" The Third Sister's resolute features suddenly became captivating, and Liu Xianglian, his heart fluttering, could no longer ignore the girl's beauty. His tone changed drastically, and he
said with his usual burning eyes, "Good junior sister. How about I keep you company tonight?" Since ascending to the position of sect leader, Liu Xianglian naturally had no need to hide anything. He had wanted to make love to the Third Sister many times, but the girl, with her sharp tongue, always unexpectedly and resolutely refused. This was one of the reasons why Liu Xianglian was quite angry with the Third Sister!
"You naughty senior brother, all you think about is this!" Third Sister had moved closer to Liu Xianglian, letting him grasp her delicate wrist. A complex light flickered in her shy eyes, and her blushing face gave Liu Xianglian an incredibly excited answer. "You can be with me, but you have to agree to one condition!"
"Heh, heh... Junior sister is so good! Tell me, I'll agree to anything!" Boiling desire ignited the torch of passion, and Liu Xianglian, overflowing with heat, mistook the girl's behavior for mere modesty. "Um...
Senior brother, come closer, I'm too shy to say it!" Third Sister, blushing, tightly twisted her clothes, her graceful figure taking another step forward amidst her shyness, already at the edge of the cliff.
Heh, heh... She's finally getting it. She even knows how to play the romantic card! The girl's captivating charm made Liu Xianglian's body throb, and he couldn't help but step forward, tilting his head and lowering his head to bring his ear to the girl's lips.
"Senior brother, getting me to agree isn't difficult," the Third Sister said, her passion surging as she wrapped her
arms around Liu Xianglian's waist. Her voice trembled, her alluring heat piercing Liu Xianglian's heart, captivating him beyond measure. "As long as you, senior brother..." Between shy words, the Third Sister nestled her entire body in Liu Xianglian's embrace. Just as the cunning man, burning with lust, was about to reciprocate, the girl suddenly changed her tone. From enchanting to deadly, she demanded, "I want you to die with me!"
Death?! Liu Xianglian was still dazed when the girl's passionate embrace suddenly exploded with power, like an iron hoop pulling him into the abyss!
"Ah—" Although Third Sister's plan was ingenious and clever, Liu Xianglian's magic had exceeded her expectations. Even though the event was sudden and unexpected, the treacherous villain still managed to activate his magic at the last moment, forcibly breaking free from Third Sister's restraints!
"Bitch!" Liu Xianglian let his junior sister fall into the sealed death zone. The guy who rose from the air not only had no intention of helping, but also cruelly waved his hand to deliver a finishing blow, "Little bitch, die—ah!"
The violent roar stopped abruptly. Before Liu Xianglian's screaming hand could fall, an irresistible suction force swept in from the Valley of Wind. With his power that surpassed all evil, he could only resist for a moment and was forcibly pulled into the vortex like a withered leaf.
Liu Xianglian and Third Sister landed together after falling off the cliff. They didn't encounter Baoyu and his companions, and the man and woman, ignoring each other, mirrored the predicament of Baoyu and his friends, entering a "test of humanity" within the maze.
"Kill!" Faced with the falling delicacies, no matter how helpless and pitiful the deer's cries were, Liu Xianglian's slashing blade, its eyes gleaming with ferocity, didn't hesitate for a moment!
"No!" Third Sister, who had been exhausted, hungry, and listless, suddenly burst forward with vitality, wanting to save the small animal from the butcher's knife.
"Boom!" A deafening roar shook heaven and earth. Liu Xianglian's blade had unleashed a divine beast; for such an incorrigible villain, the Golden Kirin's Samadhi True Fire showed no mercy.
"Ah! Help, help..." The self-proclaimed invincible fellow finally realized how arrogant and ignorant he had been. Unfortunately, this realization came too late. The barrier formed by his demonic power couldn't even withstand it for a moment; in an instant, a living person was reduced to ashes, his soul scattered!
The world became quieter again! The cheerful cheers of the gentle breeze awakened the stunned Third Sister.
Huh, what's wrong with me? Seeing her long-admired senior brother return to dust, the Third Sister felt no sadness, only a faint sense of loss and a strong sense of relief—yes, the kind of carefree ease that comes from letting go of all burdens!
"Whoosh—" A gust of wind swept up the girl's figure. Just as the girl, who thought she was doomed, was soaring through the air, an unexpected pair of large hands suddenly appeared and embraced her slender waist.
“Sister You, be careful!” The clear words, carrying a warm current, soothed the cracks in the girl’s heart. The heartfelt care was like timely rain that nourished the dead heart of the Third Sister.
“It’s you!” For the first time in her life, the Third Sister called out to the unexpected Second Master Bao in an excited tone.
Chapter Sixteen: Playing with Clouds and Jade (4)
“Da Jin, you’ve already dealt with the bad guys, how can you be so fierce to the good guys?!” Bao Yu put his arm around the girl and put her on the back of the Golden Qilin. He gently scolded the divine beast of heaven and earth that had once terrified him. Then he said to the Third Sister, “Hold on tight, I’ll take you to see an acquaintance!”
“Hmm!” The incredible change left the Third Sister with no objection except for a soft murmur. How could this legendary forbidden land be like this?! All of this is too strange!
Da Jin flew in the void. The guy who was holding the Third Sister tightly with his big hands, whether for safety or other reasons, had a particularly strong arm around her and his palm was particularly hot.
The incredible speed was as if time had reversed; Bao Yu's leisurely face flashed back to the scene from not long ago.
"Bao Yu, no!" Seeing their beloved rush alone into the sea of fire, Ke Qing and Xiu Yan chased after him frantically, calling out anxiously, completely forgetting that ahead lay a primordial divine fire capable of destroying the heavens and earth! The
pure azure true fire yielded to Bao Yu's heroic figure; with each earth-shaking step, the raging flames once again receded like a tide into the golden unicorn's body.
"Jia Bao Yu, are you not afraid of death?" The mysterious saintess's jade-like face was hidden behind a veil; her cold, feigned voice revealed neither joy nor anger.
"Heh, heh... Afraid? How could I not be?!" The approaching figure chuckled, a signature mischievous smile playing on his lips. "But you won't kill me, right? Yun—Sister—Sister!"
"Hehe...Second Brother, I thought you'd never recognize me!" The imposing saintess transformed, her innocent and charming nature instantly vanishing her murderous aura. Shi Xiangyun, having ripped off her veil, leaped from the divine beast's back, excitedly throwing herself into her second brother's arms!
"Yun girl, is it really you?!" Ke Qing arrived at the same moment, the incredulous beauty speechless, unable to recover from the sudden and absurd turn of events!
"This...this...what exactly is going on?" Xiu Yan's eyes were also filled with questions, the shockwaves in her young heart reaching the heavens and earth.
My God! This is too amazing! There was someone in the Valley of the Wind, and this incredibly mysterious person had transformed into Baoyu's "Sister Yun." This was too... too... too unbelievable! No wonder Senior Sister had so much faith in him; he was the embodiment of a miracle!
"Sister Yun, tell everyone, how did you become this damned Holy Maiden?" Baoyu excitedly picked up Xiangyun and spun her around, jokingly complaining, "I haven't seen you for half a year, and you just scared your second brother like that again! Shouldn't you be punished?!"
"Good brother, I didn't do it on purpose!" Although Xiangyun was one of the Jia family's mischievous daughters, at this moment of reunion, overwhelmed by longing, she became a spoiled angel, a helpless sigh bursting from the depths of her heart, "Alas! Being this Holy Maiden is so hard!"
"Yun girl, you are the Holy Maiden of the 'Valley of the Wind,' everyone in the world must bow to you, and you still complain?!" Once the danger had passed, Keqing also joined Baoyu in teasing Xiangyun, who had just teased her. Pointing to the two wondrous beasts watching from the side, she playfully complained, "You two big guys are really something! You almost roasted us to a crisp! Yun'er, what are you going to use to make up for it later?"
After a few intimate laughs, Xiuyan quickly became acquainted with Xiangyun. With Xiangyun as their Holy Maiden, escaping the maze was
naturally a piece of cake. The clouds and mist vanished in an instant, revealing verdant mountains and clear waters, exotic flowers and rare herbs—a perfect natural landscape that came into view. Exquisite and elegant halls and pavilions peeked out from among the bamboo groves and lush forests, their upturned eaves peeking out. Who could imagine that such a paradise existed at the bottom of the abyss?!
"Second Brother! Come on, let me show you my Holy Maiden Palace!" Xiangyun's liveliness and joy surpassed even that of the Jia family. Like a little deer, the girl skipped and hopped into the courtyard, holding Baoyu's hand.
The scenery of this paradise was, of course, extraordinary. The exquisitely crafted Holy Maiden Palace easily attracted the attention of Baoyu and his companions.
Xiuyan was already overjoyed as she passed through the gate, but an even greater surprise suddenly appeared!
"Master! Ah—it really is Master!" The figure of an old man strolling in the garden greeted Xing Xiuyan's excited cry. The young girl, who had experienced so much, never imagined that her deceased master would appear here. Facing the Great Immortal Mangmang, who was like a father and teacher to her, she could no longer suppress the surge of emotion in her heart and rushed into his arms without hesitation!
"Foolish child! Don't let the Holy Maiden laugh at you!" A benevolent light shone from the Great Immortal Mangmang's white hair and youthful face. The venerable old Taoist, with his immortal bearing, led his disciple towards Xiangyun.
"Greetings, Holy Maiden. My disciple was also banished to this forbidden area by a wicked being, wasn't she?" Although the old Taoist was several times older than Xiangyun, his respectful expression was genuine, even revealing a hint of piety. Indeed, there is no order of learning; the accomplished come first!
"There's no need for such formalities, Your Excellency. Saving your disciple was merely a small matter!" Facing outsiders, Xiangyun's noble and mysterious aura once again naturally enveloped the entire scene. Her majesty surpassed even that of an empress, leaving the onlookers speechless with amazement. They couldn't help but marvel at the remarkable versatility of women, realizing that even the charming and innocent Yun-meimei could be so serious and solemn!
"Heh, heh..." Bao Yu teased Xiang Yun in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Sister Yun, being a Holy Maiden must be really tiring. Can you handle it?"
With outsiders present, the reserved Holy Maiden Xiang Yun couldn't respond. She could only give her second brother a shy, reproachful glance, but her heart was filled with sweetness. Her second brother understood her hardships and the pressure she bore!
"Second brother, let me take you for a stroll!" Taking advantage of the tearful reunion of Xiu Yan and her disciple, Xiang Yun led Bao Yu and Ke Qing, her own family members, out the back door and into the dense forest behind the Holy Maiden's Palace.
"Phew!" Xiang Yun let out a long sigh, instantly regaining her innocent nature, leaping among the trees like a little bird.
"Second Brother, how did you recognize me?" Xiangyun chuckled, flicking a leaf at Baoyu, her voice half-serious and half-coquettish. "If you didn't recognize me, I'd have Da Jin kick you out!"
"Sister Yun, no matter how you disguise yourself, Second Brother will recognize you. Unless your soul changes, then I can't help you!" Baoyu sensed a hint of melancholy in Xiangyun's playful voice and unconsciously grasped the girl's trembling hand with his warm, large hand. "What's wrong? Is being a Holy Maiden really that difficult?"
"Hmm..." Second Brother's words were like a spring breeze soothing Xiangyun's heart, yet also like a sharp sword shattering the wall of resentment that had been building up within the young girl for so long. Tears welled up in her eyes, and the slightly sobbing girl threw herself into Baoyu's arms, crying out, "Hmm! This Holy Maiden position is no fun at
all! Not only do I have to pretend, but no one plays with me. It's so lonely and boring! But I have no choice; I have to be this lonely and helpless Holy Maiden for the rest of my life!" If any cultivator from the Three Realms heard this, probably eight or nine out of ten would faint with anger. The Holy Maiden's position, so high and mighty, was described by Xiangyun as worse than a beggar!
"Yun girl, what exactly is going on?!" Keqing's innate compassion and sensitivity allowed her to fully understand the meaning behind Xiangyun's words. For this intelligent and beautiful woman who didn't covet fame or fortune, the life of a solitary figure was, of course, hell!
"Good sister, don't cry. Tell your second brother everything, and I will definitely stand up for you!" The girl's sobs stirred Bao Yu's heart. His naturally sentimental nature caused a pang of pain in his heart, and he blurted out firmly, "Sister Yun, I will definitely take you home no matter what!"
"Second brother, it's impossible!" Xiang Yun shook her head slightly, her heart moved by Bao Yu's words, a warm current flowing through her throbbing emotions. The girl, whose love for her second brother had already blossomed, now felt her heartstrings resonate, creating a beautiful melody.
Unfortunately, cruel reality had drawn an almost insurmountable chasm between them, and the girl, unable to contain her emotions, blurted out her secret!
It turned out that Xiang Yun had been chosen at birth to become the Holy Maiden of the Forbidden Land. That's why the girl often disappears without a trace. This holy maiden is quite strange; aside from a little basic self-defense, her magical power is negligible. Her main skill is beast taming, as evidenced by the utter obedience of the two divine beasts, Da Jin and Xiao Jin, to her. Xiangyun's skill in this area is truly remarkable!
Her sole responsibility as the holy maiden is to maintain the safety of the forbidden area's seal. This also means that from the moment Xiangyun comes of age, she will never be able to leave the forbidden area, becoming a pitiful person who lives and dies for it!
"Let's go, let's go now!" Master Bao was furious upon hearing this. How could a young, beautiful girl be trapped in this valley for life?! It's utterly inhuman!
"Second brother, I can't get out! The innate seal has trapped me in this valley; I can never go home!" The charming Xiangyun cried out in despair. Finally, forcing a smile and wiping away her tears, she said, "But I'm relieved that my second brother came to see me this time!"
"Yun girl, how did you get chosen as the Holy Maiden? Did you do it willingly?!" Ke Qing's face was filled with emotion, a mixture of sighs, curiosity, and doubt. How could Xiangyun have agreed to such a "tragic" situation?! She didn't seem like a vain person!
"It's all because that guy Da Jin found me!" The girl spoke of her pet beasts with a mixture of love and hate. The hate was self-evident, but the love stemmed from the fact that her two divine beasts had been her best playmates and most loyal subordinates since childhood.
"Huh, what is that place? Why does it feel so strong?!" Before Bao Yu could finish his surprised words, the magic bottle in his arms suddenly flew out automatically, its light blazing as it spun in mid-air, then trailed a swift beam of light as it flew towards the spot where the two peaks stood, as Bao Yu had pointed to!
"Thump!" Master Bao's heart skipped a beat, and a surge of joy welled up within him
. That must be where the other half of the jade bottle was hidden. He had finally found it! Thinking of this, the fellow was naturally overjoyed and took big strides, ready to rush towards the place where the light was flashing.
"Second Brother, no!" Xiangyun's face paled with anxiety as she grabbed Baoyu's arm, repeatedly pleading, "We can't go! We can't go there!"
"Why?!" Baoyu suppressed his impulsiveness, his surprised eyes flashing with a hint of understanding. He asked in a hesitant tone, "Sister Yun, I must find the Pure Bottle. Is it dangerous there?!
You are the Holy Maiden of this forbidden area; is there anywhere you can't go?"
"This…" Under her second brother's gaze, Xiangyun lowered her head, pondering for a moment. Finally, steeling her resolve, she couldn't bear to see Baoyu anxious and revealed the truth in a drawn-out tone, "Second Brother, to tell you the truth, that is the true forbidden area of the Valley of Wind. The maze outside is merely the outer perimeter!"
"What?!" Keqing exclaimed in surprise. They had overcome countless dangers and hardships, only to find that the true forbidden area hadn't even appeared yet! The beautiful ghost spirit, upon reflection, found it quite reasonable. How could a naturally sealed place only possess this much power?! No wonder she had passed the test with her own magic!
"Then I'm going too! Miaoyu is still waiting for me to save her!" Baoyu's confident words showed no sign of backing down. He broke free from Xiangyun's hand and was about to step forward again.
"No! Second Brother, no one can enter the true forbidden area. There are innate wind blades inside, indestructible within the Three Realms, let alone now that you've lost all your magic power!" Xiangyun, this saintess, had completely betrayed the forbidden area. She was willing to do anything for her beloved second brother!
One was determined to go, the other desperately tried to stop him. The neutral Keqing could only keep quiet, letting the man and woman argue endlessly. No matter how eloquent Baoyu was, Xiangyun, who knew the Valley of Wind was terrifying, simply wouldn't let go.
Time slowly passed, but the two remained deadlocked. The charming young girl was so stubborn when she got angry. Baoyu couldn't possibly fight her, so he could only sigh helplessly in frustration.
"Holy Maiden. Let him in!" At the crucial moment, Bao Erye, who had already decided to give up, saw a glimmer of hope. The golden, shimmering Qilin beast now seemed like a lovely angel to him, its mysterious voice bringing hope, "Holy Maiden, have you forgotten the prophecy of the Primordial God?"
"No, the chances are too slim. What if Second Brother isn't the one foretold? What then? I can't let him take that risk!" Xiangyun's eyes first gleamed, but the light of hope was fleeting. The young girl absolutely didn't want her beloved to face that near-certain death. Although she would be rewarded with happiness if it succeeded!
"Da Jin, what prophecy? Tell me!" Human curiosity drew Bao Erye's attention. Anyway, entering the forbidden area wouldn't make a difference, and the wide-eyed fellow approached the Qilin beast with great interest.
"The Holy Maiden is not the true master of the Valley of Wind! To become the master of the forbidden area, one must break the seal!" Inujin's huge beast face was full of expression as he slowly paced back and forth, speaking in a deep, reminiscent tone: The Valley of Wind has been passed down through generations. " The innate seal will inevitably be broken, and the one who breaks the seal will be the destined master of the forbidden land!"
The Qilin beast paused slightly, perhaps to bolster Master Bao's confidence in entering the forbidden land, then continued in a low, hoarse voice, "We, the divine beasts of the forbidden land, must obey our new master. Furthermore, the Holy Maiden of the forbidden land can end her mission, effectively gaining her freedom!"
Da Jin's eyes crinkled slightly, the spirit beast secretly chuckling to itself. "Heh, heh... I'm not worried about you not going in. If you succeed, my wife and I can leave this hellhole and live a carefree life!" "
I see!" Bao Yu muttered to himself, his tone shifting to one of excitement. "Such a good thing! I'm definitely going in for a look!"
"Second brother, don't listen to Da Jin! It's not the first time it's tricked people into going in to their deaths!" Xiang Yun glared hatefully at the beast, then pleaded urgently, "Good brother, listen to your sister, don't go in! As for me, it's not bad for me here!"
Da Jin's scheme exposed, its face flushed with shame, quickly scurried away, no longer daring to incite any mortal boy to his death; it knew full well how slim the chances were!
“Good sister, I know you’re worried about me!” Bao Yu, having regained his composure and made up his mind, asked sincerely, “Do I look like someone foolish enough to throw my life away?”
Before Xiang Yun could respond, Bao Yu immediately added, “I know the Valley of the Wind is powerful, and Da Jin does want me to try my luck there, but let me tell you, I’m not trying my luck, I’m almost certain of success. The Thunder Cave incident is proof of that!”
“Then… there’s still a 10% chance! What if we’re unlucky?” The one who asked the question wasn’t Xiang Yun, but Ke Qing, whose heart was also filled with trepidation because of Xiang Yun’s nervousness. The beautiful woman subconsciously echoed Xiang Yun’s words, and suddenly had a brilliant idea: “Bao Yu, you don’t need to go in to look for any magic treasures. Why don’t we just have Yun’er send Da Jin and Xiao Jin out to rescue Miao Yu?”
"That's a good idea!" Baoyu was no fool; he wholeheartedly agreed to this clever, lazy plan. However, his resolve to go into the valley remained unchanged. "I still want to go in, because Chuan'er's resurrection depends on this jade bottle! Otherwise, I will never have peace in my life!"
With Baoyu's beloved woman involved, Keqing couldn't persuade him any further. Her beautiful and spirited heart sided with Baoyu at this moment, deeply moved by his fearless courage. She understood that if it were for her sake, her beloved would also be unafraid of death!
"Second Brother, I won't stop you!" Xiangyun, her face hazy yet remarkably calm, finally spoke. After a brief internal struggle, the charming young girl mustered her courage and said with a hint of shyness, "But you can't go in now. How about tomorrow morning? I'll give you a protective magic treasure. Although it might not be very effective, it's better than having no chance at all!"
"Sister Yun, what kind of magic treasure is so magical that it can even withstand a primordial wind blade?!" Baoyu was extremely grateful for the understanding and support of the two beauties. Of course, he could wait one night.
"You'll understand tonight. Let's go back first!" In stark contrast to her previous lively and charming demeanor, Xiangyun seemed to have matured in an instant. She nodded shyly and then turned to leave first, her beautiful figure suddenly exuding a touch of alluring charm!
"Sister Yun, really! What's with all this mystery?!" The rogue found Xiangyun's unusual behavior amusing. His excited eyes glanced again at the sealed forbidden area, which seemed to emanate immense power, before he quickly chased after the preoccupied Xiangyun.
"Eh?!" A surprised exclamation echoed in Keqing's mind, lingering for a long time. With the sensitivity and delicacy of a woman, the beautiful ghost sensed something from Xiangyun's barely perceptible shyness.
What kind of magical treasure was Xiangyun going to give Baoyu?! Tonight, she had to find out! If that was the case, then she had to do everything in her power for his safety…
"Keqing, what are you doing here all alone?! Where's Brother Bao?" Thinking of someone, Xing Xiuyan left her master to search everywhere, finally finding Keqing lagging behind!
"Hmm!" Ke Qing was slightly startled, snapping out of her reverie. Looking up, she realized Bao Yu and Xiang Yun were nowhere to be seen. Her heart still racing, the beautiful woman blurted out, "I was thinking about Xiang Yun and Bao Yu!"
"What is it? Is it important? Tell me quickly! And, has Bao Yu thought of any way to save Senior Sister?" Curiosity is a woman's nature, and a girl in love is especially filled with irresistible concern for everything about her beloved!
"No...nothing?! I was just guessing!" Even as a woman, Ke Qing was too embarrassed to speak her mind. Her face flushed with embarrassment.
"Good sister, tell me!" Xing Xiuyan, quick-witted and perceptive, saw through Ke Qing's lie at a glance. Her heart itching, the girl launched a fierce emotional offensive, determined to uncover Ke Qing's secret!
"Really nothing!" Ke Qing shook her head as she walked, but Xing Xiuyan's offensive didn't slow down at all!
"Alas! It was just my guess, Xiangyun..." Perhaps unable to resist the girl's tearful eyes, or perhaps wanting someone to share her own turbulent emotions, the beautiful ghost spirit ultimately shyly imprinted her imagination into Xiuyan's heart.
"Ah!" At the moment Xing Xiuyan blushed and cried out in surprise, Xiangyun, who had returned to the Holy Maiden Palace, also parted her lips slightly, "Oh no, someone else has fallen into the maze!"
Xiangyun waved her jade hand, and the Xuan Guang Mirror, which reflected the maze, suddenly appeared in the void in front of her, clearly reflecting the movements of the man and woman in the maze!
"It's her!" Baoyu, who entered afterward, immediately saw You Sanjie in the mirror, and then saw the sinister Liu Xianglian, "And this guy, he really got what he deserved!"
"Roar!" The two Qilin divine beasts were excited, their four hooves in the air, just waiting for the Holy Maiden's order to immediately enter the maze to play the game of life and death!
“Sister Yun, she is Third Sister, the younger sister of Granny You, and that fellow is that hypocrite Liu Xianglian!” Baoyu gazed at Xiangyun without saying much, but their hearts communicated silently.
“Dajin, you take Second Brother there immediately, and obey his orders!” Although Baoyu didn’t say it explicitly, Xiangyun understood her Second Brother’s intentions and immediately ordered Dajin in a solemn tone.

Chapter Seventeen: Playing with Clouds and Jade (5 Xiangyun, Keqing)
“What? You want me to obey him! I am a divine beast of heaven and earth!” Unexpectedly, Dajin’s four legs went weak and it lay on the ground, throwing a tantrum. Obeying a mortal’s orders made it feel extremely wronged and dissatisfied, as the dignity of a divine beast was the greatest.
"Hey, hey... Da Jin, do you want me to go in and break the seal?" Master Bao, confident and carefree, whispered with a wicked grin, "If you want to go out and have some fun, then you'd better listen to me!"
"Roar!" Da Jin indeed stood up, but the same roar had a completely different meaning. He bowed his head and listened intently, his expression full of flattery, making Xiao Jin dizzy and almost faint. Xiang Yun, the saintess, also smiled broadly.
"Heh, heh... good brother!" A strong sense of mutual appreciation flowed between the rogue man and beast. Master Bao and Da Jin exchanged knowing glances as they walked out of the room. In that instant, the man and the beast established a deep friendship—no, perhaps it should be called the friendship of kindred spirits!
The arrival of Sister You San naturally stirred up another wave of genuine human emotion. After the master and disciple, and the fellow disciples recognized each other, the warm current still lingered in everyone's hearts, making time pass even more leisurely and pleasantly.
Though located in a forbidden valley, the alternation of day and night remained unaffected by the maze. As the sun set and the moon rose, the gentle night, bathed in the soft moonlight, slowly enveloped the world.
"Second Brother, come with me!" After some hesitation, Xiangyun resolutely brought up the matter again, clearly reluctant to part with her "treasure."
"Senior Sister, what's wrong with Xiangyun…" The Third Sister was engrossed in conversation with the others when Xiangyun's strange departure at dusk, and her abrupt call of Baoyu, left the unsuspecting Third Sister bewildered.
"This…" Xing Xiuyan, like Keqing before her, blushed with embarrassment and speechless, exchanging a complex glance with Keqing.
"Senior Sister, what is it? Tell me!" The Third Sister then adopted Xiuyan's role, using both soft and hard tactics, waving her hands in pleading… in short, satisfying a woman's innate curiosity.
"Sister Yun, what wonderful treasure is it? Let your second brother see it!" Bao Erye was excited, his eyes shining. However, the usually amorous fellow did not associate it with the beautiful spring scenery at this moment. Perhaps the girl's charming innocence melted away his natural desires, leaving only pure affection. Or perhaps the impending life-or-death test had drawn his entire mind, making him focus solely on the word "magical treasure."
"Squeak!" The doors and windows slammed shut one by one as Xiangyun's beautiful figure moved. Before the expectant Bao Erye could react, the charming girl had already revealed the truth in a soft, shy voice, "Second brother, the Holy Maiden of Wind Valley doesn't possess any great supernatural powers, but she has passed down the 'Holy Maiden's Protection' technique through generations. Although it's not the most solid shield in the world, it should be able to withstand the sharpest innate wind blades in the Three Realms for a while. Now I will transfer this technique to you!"
Before she finished speaking, her swaying dress had already fallen to the ground, and the girl's fair skin and jade-like bones blossomed with a charming radiance for the first time, instantly replacing her childishness with a thousand kinds of allure!
"Ah! Sister Yun, you... what are you doing?" Even the world's biggest lecher has his moments of shock. Bao Erye swallowed hard, admiring Xiangyun's pretty, firm, half-concealed jade breasts, while turning his face away with a mixture of reason and surprise.
Given his deep affection for Xiangyun, he would have readily opened his heart to her with boundless passion, but this abrupt and strange situation made him hesitate. For once, he acted like a gentleman. "Second brother, the 'Holy Maiden's Protection' must... must be done that way... to transfer it!" Xiangyun's voice trembled, her words broken and hesitant. The girl's delicate hands, having mustered her courage and made her decision, did not falter. Her bra and undergarments were removed, revealing her youthful body, radiating a smooth and vibrant glow, a captivating blush. A sacred and beautiful aura permeated the scene, a testament to her selfless devotion. Her
slightly upturned, firm breasts, though lacking the soft fullness of a mature woman's, possessed a tender, translucent redness that made them appear even more crystalline. The two peaks, standing proudly against the wind, shimmered with the radiance of youth, their smooth, white plains devoid of any excess.
The alluring vortex seemed to be calling out passionately to her destined other half. Her shy, embarrassed legs naturally clamped together, a few playful strands of hair adding to her captivating charm, half-concealing the girl's last vestiges of chastity.
"Sister Yun, put your clothes back on," Bao Er Ye said sternly, closing his eyes. He knew his will was too weak to look any longer; his heart was already ablaze with passion, yet he didn't want to possess the lovely Xiang Yun so easily. The Twelve Beauties were a man's exclusive dream, and even this lecherous man didn't want his dream to have any unnecessary flaws or regrets!
"Second Brother, you...you don't like...me?" Xiang Yun didn't bend down to put on her clothes; tears welled in her rosy eyes. She mustered her courage, disregarding her pride, only to be met with her second brother's disdain. Her girlish dignity prevented her from calming her troubled heart, quietly leading her into a rut of despair!
"No, I love it! For Second Brother, having Sister Yun by his side is one of the most beautiful dreams of his life!" Bao Yu sincerely comforted the girl's heartbroken heart with his burning words of love. How could this man, who had experienced countless romances, not understand the turmoil in Xiang Yun's heart at this moment?!
The shrewd Bao Yu changed the subject, explaining in a low and solemn voice, "But that's not fair to you! Second Brother only wants to formally confess his feelings to you one day, and he will never let you suffer the slightest grievance!"
He changed the subject again, and the Second Master Bao's heroic spirit soared to the sky. With an extremely confident wave of his hand, he declared, "Sister Yun, you must believe Second Brother. I will definitely return safely from the sealed forbidden area!"
"Second Brother, I truly love you!" Xiangyun, her emotions surging, pressed forward instead of retreating, bursting with passion as she embraced Baoyu's tall figure from behind. She declared loudly, "At home, seeing you so close to Xiren and Qingwen made me very sad, but I never found a chance to express it to you. Now, I feel no resentment at all; I just want to be your woman, for no other reason!"
Her affectionate words paused slightly, and Xiangyun pressed her face against Baoyu's broad back, murmuring dreamily yet with unwavering determination, "If you don't come out after you go in tomorrow, I'll go in and find you! I'll die with you, Second Brother!"
"Sister Yun!" Baoyu said no more. The girl's boundless determination had silenced all reason. The usually carefree man's heart trembled; in an instant, his entire being was enveloped by a sea of deep affection. Everything in the world bowed down to this passion; life and death, joy and anger, fame and power—all vanished without a trace!
Having let go of his inner turmoil, Bao Er Ye unleashed his true nature. His strong arms swept across the girl, her slender body falling into the arms of this lecherous wolf. He then led her step by step towards the bed,
their breaths mingling in the heat of passion! "Whoosh—" A gentle breeze swirled around them, the ancient winds finding no place to hide in their sensual heat!
The crescent moon in the sky quietly veiled its eyes with clouds, while simultaneously showering the earth with its soft silver light, offering sincere blessings to the lovers whose hearts resonated with each other!
"Mmm!" A passionate moan opened the prelude to their lovemaking. Their lips met, bridging heaven and earth. An electric, tingling sensation coursed through the girl's body and soul as their hot tongues intertwined. Her delicate heart could not contain the surging sounds of pleasure.
"Oh…" A long, low moan burst from her lips. Xiang Yun, overwhelmed by the boundless pleasure, arched her back, her jade-like face filled with a dazed look. A scream pierced the sky.
"Second brother...brother, um...good brother...ah!" The girl's heart blossomed instantly, reaching the pinnacle of passion for the first time in her life. Her delicate hands, no longer charming and adorable, transformed into a fierce and unruly display, leaving prominent marks of passion on Bao Erye's strong, masculine body!
"Good sister, the fun hasn't even begun yet!" Bao Erye was already swelling with desire, the girl's sensitive nature like fuel, igniting a tidal wave of lust. Water and fire are inherently incompatible, yet they complement each other under the fusion of "desire." The water, heated by the fire, became scalding hot, causing the man and woman to churn in the sea of passion, their love surging!
"Roar!" A deep roar echoed in Bao Erye's throat. His wildly excited man overflowed with tenderness, his perfect sucking displaying every skill imaginable, determined to give the girl a perfect memory from her first time!
"Sigh!" In the bedroom just a few walls away, Ke Qing, tossing and turning, had sighed countless times!
Should she go and check on things? What if it's not what I think? How embarrassing! And if I guess right, it won't just be embarrassing, it'll be utterly shameful! Since being right or wrong is both humiliating, should I not go?!
No! Baoyu's supernatural power seems to come from the "Door-Moving Spell." Yun'er's actions are also to help him recover his strength, to have more resources to save his life, so how can I sit idly by?! Never
mind! I'll follow my heart! The true feelings that had been suppressed in her heart for so long suddenly surfaced, overwhelming her beautiful spirit's chaotic and reserved heart. Having made up her mind, the beauty quickly dressed and got up. In this special situation, she could no longer care about etiquette and rules; saving her beloved's life was her only goal!
"Wow!" The door had just opened, and Keqing hadn't even had time to turn around and close it. Unexpectedly, the opposite door opened at the same moment, as if preordained. Xing Xiuyan and Ke Qing both showed the same surprise, followed by understanding smiles, and finally, a deep sisterly affection mingled within them!
"Let's go!" Ke Qing, being the eldest sister in both age and the length of time she had known Bao Yu, led the way without saying a word, her hand clasped with Xiuyan's, and they walked gracefully towards Xiang Yun's bedroom under the moonlight.
Everything was understood without words in their exchange of glances; the two women's hearts were filled with genuine affection. Only Bao Yu's shadow remained, and thus, they didn't see the curious girl following behind!
"Hmph! If you won't tell me, can't I see for myself?! Hehe..." A woman's innate curiosity made the third sister unforgettable. The sharp-witted girl was always stubborn, and her careful surveillance finally paid off, leading her step by step towards an outcome she would never have imagined!
It's here, this moment has finally arrived! The valley, now muddy and swollen from her second brother's caresses, finally welcomed her beloved.
Her heartfelt cries transformed into soft moans, creating a heavenly melody. Xiangyun couldn't help but part her jade-like legs slightly, her limbs wrapping around his masculine body like vines spreading across a tall tree. "Ah... second brother... ya!"
The continuous cheers abruptly ceased, the overwhelming force of the approaching army chilling the young girl's soul!
"Sister Yun!" Like an arrow only half an inch from a bow, Bao Er Ye miraculously stopped at the city gate. His sincere and passionate kiss once again entwined with the beauty's smooth, fragrant tongue. He wanted to etch this moment forever into his heart, leaving a perfect memory for Sister Yun's entire life!
"Second Brother, hold me tight!" The sea of affection from his beloved warmed the young girl's heart, dispelling her natural reserve. Mutual affection was a natural progression, and in the collision of their hearts,
their spiritual and physical union was so beautiful and natural! "Ah!" The beauty's passionate invitation nearly drove Bao Er Ye mad. The naturally amorous man struggled with all his might to restrain his impulsive, frenzied thrust.
"It's in! It's really in! Sister Yun is mine!" The enormous object transmitted every tingling pleasure into Bao Yu's heart, a roaring wave soaring to the sky!
"Ah—" Amidst a scream of surprise, the tearing pain transformed into a warm current of bliss that filled Xiangyun's heart, accompanied by the scattering of vibrant peach blossoms across the bedding. Unexplained tears welled in the girl's beautiful eyes!
The tender caresses transformed her from stiffness to softness and passion once more. An unbearable ache quietly filled the valley of her joyful laughter, her jade-like body hinting at the warmth of spring, and a passionate cry was imminent!
"Ah—" Unrestrained cries of pleasure burst forth from behind the doors and windows. Fortunately, this was the Holy Maiden's residence, and no divine beast or servant of the celestial realm dared to approach without permission. But today was an exception; guests, of course, had no such reservations, especially curious ones!
A strange sound piercing the clouds reached the ears of Keqing and Xiuyan, who were drawing ever closer. Keqing, already a wife in her previous life, was instantly enveloped in boundless shyness. Her hurried steps instinctively halted, while Xiuyan, her curiosity piqued, stepped forward!
"Oh no! Someone's injured! Listen, she's groaning in pain!" The young maiden had never heard such strange sounds before. Xiangyun's fluctuating cries of pleasure were all instinctively mistaken for painful moans by Xing Xiuyan!
Lost in her thoughts, Xiuyan had already reached the door and, without a word, pushed it open. Meanwhile, Keqing, her mind in turmoil, was too caught up in her own confusion to react in time, and even her attempt to stop her was too late!
"Bang!" The door slammed shut with a soft sound. Keqing, watching from behind, let out a long sigh. Although she had already made up her mind, she still lacked the courage to let the beauty rush in like that!
"Mmm...oh..." Inside the room, the lovers, lost in their passionate ecstasy, had forgotten everything else.
Considering the young girl was a new recipient of his favor, Bao Er Ye didn't hold back. With a powerful thrust filled with true passion, he and Xiangyun simultaneously reached the ultimate climax of "divine bliss"!
"Ah—" An unprecedented scream, filled with a chilling intensity, startled even Ke Qing, who, though a young woman, had never experienced true pleasure in her life and was utterly unfamiliar with such a wild cry!
"Heavens! Something terrible has happened!" Xiu Yan muttered to herself, not heeding the incredibly shy Ke Qing's advice, and without warning, she gathered her strength and slammed her palm against the door.
"Boom!" The sturdy door was rendered useless, and the anxious, worried young woman's figure rushed in like a fragrant breeze!
What to do? In or not?! After a moment's hesitation, Ke Qing, her heart already filled with the image of her beloved, disappeared into the enchanting space; the self-comforting beauty found a reason for herself: whatever, Xiu Yan has already gone in, she'll just go in and pull her out! Fate
had arranged the timing perfectly. Just as Xiuyan burst through the door, Baoyu and Xiangyun were returning to reality from their passionate encounter. Baoyu, now imbued with the power of the "Holy Maiden," was even more vigorous than usual, his energy surpassing that of ordinary men. He immediately spotted the pale-faced, bashful Xing Xiuyan!
Such a delicious lamb offered to him—how could the world's greatest lecher possibly let her go?!
Baoyu, caught up in the moment, was overjoyed. He had just carried the stunned Xiuyan to bed when the shy, alluring Keqing came into view. His powerful hands, of course, swept across her, relentlessly seducing her body and soul!
Would another beauty appear?! Overjoyed and oblivious to everything else, he suddenly had a wild idea. Just as he was about to close the door, he subconsciously peered out. What was originally a pointless fantasy turned out to be incredibly fortunate!
Wait! Where are they?! They're nowhere to be seen! Arriving a moment late, You Sanjie reached the half-open door. Looking around but seeing no two women, she was puzzled. Just as she was about to peek inside, a terrifying change occurred out of nowhere!
"Ah—" A large hand shot out from inside the door like lightning. You Sanjie's meager magical power offered no chance to resist. Her scream had barely escaped her lips when the lecherous man grabbed her and dragged her inside!
"Bang!" The door slammed shut again. Feng'er, filled with joy and excitement, hurriedly slipped through the crack. How could she miss such a beautiful spring scene?!
The boiling flames made Bao Erye lose control. His lustful desires were aroused to a wild frenzy by the boundless spring scenery. Despite Xing Xiuyan's half-hearted resistance and coquettish words, he disregarded everything and stripped the beauty of her clothes. Despite Ke Qing's shy attempts to evade and tumble, the beauty's soft, fragrant breasts still fell into his grasp!
The most intense reaction came from You Sanjie. The young woman, still recovering from heartbreak, hadn't fully healed. While she harbored feelings for Baoyu, they weren't yet at the point of reciprocation. Such a sudden change was unacceptable to her, and her fierce resistance was understandable!
Perhaps her resistance wasn't truly resolute due to her trembling heartstrings; in any case, Baoyu's extraordinary teasing resulted in a beautiful, naked lamb appearing in the room!
Though in a daze, Baoyu instinctively sensed the three women's feelings. The first to press himself against her was undoubtedly Keqing; of the three, his love for Keqing far surpassed that for the other two! With
gentle caresses and kneading, his exquisite disciple's body was indistinguishable from that of an ordinary person, except for a slightly cool skin and an even stronger fragrance. Her spirit, imbued with the essence of heaven and earth, shone with radiance. Wherever his beloved master's hands and mouth touched, the tingling and palpitations were incredibly sensitive, captivating and soul-stirring!
Overwhelmed by passion, Bao Yu could no longer maintain the gentle foreplay. Impatient, he forcefully parted his ghostly apprentice's long, delicate legs, and thrust in with the ferocity of a tiger…!
His wild entry was relentless. While his lovemaking with Xiangyun was beautiful, she was still a naive young girl, and he had held back. Now, with a stunningly beautiful and alluring young woman, and possessing the body of a ghost immortal, Bao Yu's boundless passion was unrestrained!
"Ah—it hurts! Bao Yu… good man… stop… stop for a moment!" An unbelievable thing happened. Ke Qing's captivating mature charm was indeed alluring, but the reaction of her body was something even she hadn't expected!
Heavens! How could this be?! The tearing pain and sensation left Ke Qing and Bao Yu frozen in place, like clay sculptures. Her delicate brows, furrowed with bitterness, were tightly knit, her pale face shimmering with a beautiful halo, and her expectant eyes looked down with intense tension.
"Whoosh—" A few bright red marks, unmistakable as the beauty burst into tears of happiness. Her heart cried out with passionate fervor, "It's wonderful! I've finally given myself completely to that wicked master, Bao Yu! Heavens! You're amazing!"
"A phoenix rising from the ashes, it must be a phoenix rising from the ashes!" Bao Yu's member was still deeply inserted into his disciple's secret valley, the tight, warm embrace of the virginity intoxicating. A gasp of amazement finally brought him back to his senses, but then a tidal wave of overwhelming excitement engulfed him instantly! A phoenix rising from the ashes
—the most unique and precious organ of a woman in the world. Without experiencing the trials of life and death, it cannot wash away its ordinary facade; in a sense, it is as good as nothing!
The ill-fated Qin Keqing was reborn through divine intervention. She was the beautiful phoenix rising from the ashes, her extraordinary beauty reappearing in the world. Not only did she surround young Baoyu with fiery passion, but she could also automatically return to her tight, delicate state after the storm, remaining unchanged forever. Even more miraculously, she could regain her virginity at any time, allowing her lover to experience the taste of her first night!
"Baoyu, love me!" The tenderness of a young girl and the thousand charms of a young woman complemented each other, and the last bit of Qin Keqing's inferiority complex vanished like smoke in the wind. Determined to offer herself, her exquisite spirit rose in passion, transforming her tenderness into fervor, turning her entire being into an inexhaustible driving force!
"Good disciple!" The power of the forbidden is forever invincible. In this enchanting moment, Baoyu couldn't help but think of their complicated relationship. He thrust forward and whispered teasingly in her ear, "Beautiful disciple, good niece-in-law..."

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