When a Yandere Cannon Fodder Meets a Dark, Twisted Villain - Chapter 38

As far as spiritual power could reach, the shattered and distorted space gradually restored itself, and the two who had been forced apart were reunited.

A fiery red figure descended from the sky.

Upon seeing the newcomer, Shi Yining felt quite surprised.

The visitor was not the enemy from the Imperial City she had imagined, but an acquaintance—Ruo Ying, the mastermind behind the demonic disaster at the Ninefold Abyss.

In the past, Shi Yining had been trapped in the “Cradle of Heaven and Earth.” Had it not been for Mo’er utilizing the technique of the Thousand-Illusion Golden Pupils to ensnare the opponent, they might have already met with disaster.

Since Ruo Ying had appeared, her target was likely Shi Yining.

Sure enough, in the next instant, the fiery red figure charged directly toward her.

The technique locking the world trembled and threatened to collapse under the immense pressure.

Shi Yining swept her sleeve to draw the Starstream Sword; simultaneously, the Everlife Sword emerged before Shu Mo.

The twin swords merged in a flash, striking together at the incoming foe.

The figure charging toward her suddenly vanished, and the sword light’s attack missed instantly.

A warning sign flared in her heart. Shi Yining pivoted with her sword, her momentum shifting abruptly as she slashed toward the void behind her.

Shu Mo acted in perfect sync with her. Once again, the two coordinated with seamless unspoken understanding to face the enemy together.

A moment later, the sound of clashing blades reached their ears.

Ruo Ying manifested from the void, blocking their joint strike before immediately launching a second wave of attacks.

Within a hundred-mile radius, dark clouds blotted out the sun. Day and night swapped in an instant, and the galaxy seemed to hang upside down.

A powerful suction suddenly emanated from high above.

Shi Yining looked up to see a starry vortex rapidly forming. Behind the vortex, demonic energy could be seen roiling incessantly.

Before she could act, several powerful lightning spells struck the vortex in an instant.

Having experienced the upheaval at the Ninefold Abyss, Yu Shang knew well how formidable the enemy’s methods were. In the past, her Senior Sister had been sucked into such a vortex while trying to save her, remaining missing for many days. Today, she would never let that happen again.

On the other side, Sheng Huan cast multiple incantations in succession. Several streaks of golden light manifested instantly, attacking Ruo Ying.

Seizing this opportunity, Shi Yining and Shu Mo joined forces once more. Thousands of sword-shadows erupted, and a massive sword formation was constructed in an instant, sending a boundless aura of slaughter soaring into the sky.

The two, sharing a telepathic connection, condensed their seals simultaneously, controlling the sword formation to teleport through the void and instantly trap Ruo Ying within.

Almost at the same moment, another mutation occurred.

A piercing shriek aimed directly at the divine sense rang out without warning. The four people in the midst of casting their spells were caught off guard, and the spiritual energy throughout their bodies stalled simultaneously.

The technique locking the world collapsed with a bang, and the void shattered once again.

Layers of overlapping space forced Shi Yining and Shu Mo apart once more.

Suddenly, her waist tightened. A pitch-black fox leaped out from nowhere, its long tail extending infinitely to wrap tightly around her.

At that same moment, her spiritual power drained rapidly, and more than half of Shi Yining’s strength was instantly suppressed.

Her vision gradually blurred. The black fox transformed into a charming young girl who, cradling the person in her arms, teleported multiple times, leaving the battlefield in the blink of an eye.

When Shi Yining woke up, she felt a splitting headache.

As her consciousness slowly returned, she remembered what had happened before she fainted. Her expression shifted, and she immediately surveyed her surroundings with vigilance.

Contrary to the prison she had imagined, she was in a quiet, elegant courtyard.

In the yard was a lotus pond surrounded by artificial rockeries, with the constant sound of gurgling water.

Looking inside the room, the tables, chairs, and bed were all complete and of high quality—no worse than her residence at Xigui Peak.

Where was this?

She should have been captured by the enemy. Ruo Ying’s goal was clear: to use her as a blood sacrifice to resurrect her sister. Why hadn’t the opponent acted yet, but instead placed her here?

Before she could think further, a dark shadow flashed from outside, appearing in the room in the blink of an eye.

Seeing the visitor, Shi Yining’s expression turned grim.

This was the very black fox that had captured her.

“You’re awake. Would you like some spiritual food to fill your stomach?”

Faced with the girl’s inquiry, Shi Yining remained silent.

She didn’t know how long she had been unconscious, and she did feel hungry upon waking, but in the presence of an enemy, how could she possibly eat?

Seeing no response, Hu Ying raised an eyebrow. With a flash, she appeared beside her and, without a word, tilted up Shi Yining’s slender chin.

“As a prisoner, you should have some self-awareness. Don’t put on airs in front of me~ I might get angry~”

Treated this way, Shi Yining frowned slightly. Seeing she couldn’t break free, she immediately snapped back, “Since I’ve been caught by you, do with me as you please—kill me or cut me as you wish!”

Hu Ying didn’t get angry but instead laughed. “Does Fellow Daoist Shi know where this is?”

“If I say I don’t know, will you tell me?”

“Of course, it’s no secret. This is the Demon Realm. Now that Fellow Daoist Shi has come here, it will be difficult to return.”

Even though she was prepared for it, Shi Yining’s heart still sank when she heard the words “Demon Realm.”

There was a natural barrier separating the Demon Realm from the cultivation world. Unless brought in like she was, ordinary cultivators simply could not enter.

Similarly, those brought into the Demon Realm could not leave on their own.

No wonder… when she woke up, she wasn’t in a prison. To her, the Demon Realm itself was a natural prison. Even if no one guarded her, she would be unable to return to the cultivation world…

Hu Ying suddenly let out a giggle, breaking the silence of the room.

“Since you are here, you might as well make the best of it. In fact, staying here isn’t bad at all.”

Shi Yining’s expression remained indifferent. “Didn’t you capture me to use me as a blood sacrifice to resurrect Senior Ruo Nian?”

Hu Ying raised a delicate eyebrow. “What? You think I’m one of Ruo Ying’s subordinates?”

Shi Yining countered, “Are you not?”

Hu Ying released her grip on her and placed her hands on her hips. “Hmph, of course not. She and I are merely collaborators. As long as you behave, I can protect you and ensure she doesn’t harm you.”

“Everything has a motive. Why are you doing this?”

“You hold many secrets, Fellow Daoist Shi. I am quite curious about you…”

Shi Yining lowered her eyes. “I am just an ordinary cultivator. There is nothing to be curious about.”

Hu Ying let out a soft laugh. “With your talent, if you are called ‘ordinary,’ then the entire cultivation world must be made of useless dregs.”

“What is there to be curious about regarding talent? It cannot be stolen, nor can it be transferred voluntarily. Aside from talent, I believe I am no different from anyone else.”

“You are wrong about that…”

Shi Yining was puzzled. “In what way?”

Hu Ying circled around her once. “Your appearance is also one in a million. They say the fox clan produces the greatest beauties, but looking at my kin, none can compare to you.”

Shi Yining’s brow furrowed tightly. “Cultivators seek immortality; few care for looks. The cultivation world has always respected strength above all, and I believe the Demon Realm is the same. Appearance is not worth investigating.”

“I beg to differ.” Hu Ying sat down closely beside her, her breath like orchids. “I care very much about appearance, and I love beauties. If you were plain-looking, I would have handed you over to Ruo Ying while you were still unconscious…”

Shi Yining moved a short distance away without showing much emotion. “My heart already belongs to another. I hope Fellow Daoist Hu will respect yourself.”

Hu Ying wasn’t angry, only saying with a beaming smile, “Shu Mo cannot enter the Demon Realm. No matter how much you like her, you are destined to be apart…”

Hearing that all-too-familiar name, Shi Yining’s mind lapsed into a momentary trance.

She wondered how Mo’er was doing now… With her captured and brought to the Demon Realm, the journey to the Xuanqing Sect had come to a dead end. Mo’er had likely returned to the Yuehua Sect. From now on, they might never have the chance to meet again……

A sudden pain bloomed in her chest, sharp as a needle prick.

Memories of her past life surfaced uncontrollably.

Ever since learning that Mo’er was also reborn, she had deliberately avoided anything related to their past life, and Mo’er had never proactively mentioned it either…

They had reached a silent understanding to avoid those past events filled with sorrow.

In their past lives, there were many misunderstandings, no tender moments, and no beautiful memories—only Mo’er’s aloofness and Shi Yining’s unrequited longing… In this life, they had finally confessed their feelings to each other with great difficulty. Were they truly destined to end in separation again?

Shi Yining slowly closed her eyes as the bits and pieces of her time with Mo’er since their reunion flickered through her mind……

Before long, an ambiguous laugh suddenly reached her ears, interrupting her memories.

Seeing the newcomer, Hu Ying, who had been clinging to her, snapped to her feet. “Ruo Ying? You dare break into my territory without my permission? What, do you want to start a fight?”

Facing the young girl’s questioning, Ruo Ying’s phoenix eyes sharpened. “A’Ying was the one who broke the promise first. I’ve come to claim my person; what is wrong with that?”

“Hmph, I only promised to find a way to take Fellow Daoist Shi away if the situation became uncontrollable. I promised nothing else!”

“Oh? It seems A’Ying truly intends to break her word.”

“If you insist on thinking so, I have nothing to say.”

“In terms of strength and in a one-on-one fight, A’Ying is no match for me. Do you truly intend to oppose me for the sake of this little girl?”

Facing the blatant threat, Hu Ying showed no fear. “Don’t forget the rules of the Demon Realm. If anything happens to me or Fellow Daoist Shi today, the Demon Lord will never let you off!”

At the mention of the Demon Lord, Ruo Ying’s expression faltered for a moment before returning to normal.

“A’Ying protects Shi Yining so fiercely; could it be you’ve taken a fancy to her? If that’s the case, I might be able to let her go. However, as far as I know, this girl has someone she likes and is unlikely to accept your feelings… But, I do have a way to persuade her…”

Hu Ying gave the woman a cold side-glance. “You would be so kind?”

Ruo Ying shook her head. “Naturally, it’s not out of kindness. I am merely considering my own interests. If she agrees, I’ll have to find a new target soon…”

“You aren’t planning to use the ‘persuasion’ as a chance to strike at her directly, are you?”

“If A’Ying is worried, you can watch from the side. Or does A’Ying lack confidence in herself?”

“Of course I have confidence!” Even though she knew it was a provocation, Hu Ying agreed.

Seeing this, the corners of Ruo Ying’s lips curled slightly. She turned to look at the woman who had remained silent since her appearance.

“Young friend Shi, since we parted at the Extreme Cold Ice Field half a month ago, we finally meet again.”

Shi Yining’s expression was cold. “If Senior intends to persuade me, you are only wasting your breath.”

Instinct told her that Ruo Ying’s goal lay elsewhere; she was only doing this to stall for time.

The purpose was self-evident.

She was suddenly curious about what methods this woman would use to take her away right in front of Hu Ying.

Before she could think further, a voice transmission suddenly rang in her ear.

“Doesn’t young friend Shi want to know the whereabouts of Shu Mo?”

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