Xu Nian, still in a weakened state, now felt as if he was facing a formidable enemy. More people? Damn it, I was careless. He never expected that the black-robed man would have an accomplice. Though he had killed that black-robed man, the woman who was now pressed close to him made Xu Nian feel a twinge of despair. Even with his back to her, he could sense the aura emanating from her. This aura was even stronger than that of the black-robed man he had just faced.
What in the world is going on? Why would such a terrifying being target my small Profound Yellow Sect?
The woman was hugging Xu Nian's neck from behind, her chin resting on his left shoulder, a smile on her face as she looked at the Black-robed Guardian, who had died with his eyes wide open.
"He was one of the Nine Great Protectors of the Blood Demon Sect, and a master of the First-Grade Martial Artist Realm. The masters who died at his hands couldn't be counted on two hands, yet you managed to kick him to death with a single blow. I find that truly exciting!"
The woman's breathing became more rapid. Her hands, still around Xu Nian's neck, lightly slid under his clothes.
"Blood Demon Sect?!" Xu Nian was shocked. He said coldly, "Are you also from the Blood Demon Sect?"
"Yes, I am one of the Five Great Elders of the Blood Demon Sect. People in Jianghu call me the Blood Demoness, and I am in the Grandmaster Realm." The woman leaned close to Xu Nian's ear, glanced at the side of his face, and then bit down.
Xu Nian felt a stinging pain on his earlobe and instinctively frowned.
Grandmaster Realm?! This is not someone I can afford to provoke. What exactly is this key the Blood Demon Sect is looking for? To think they even mobilized someone of the Grandmaster Realm, an existence capable of founding their own sect!
The Blood Demoness, who had bitten Xu Nian's ear, chuckled softly and mused, "Don't worry, I don't specialize in murder. I prefer to collect information. The news about the Nine Dragon Key being in your hands was gathered by me. Of course, there's other information too, like the sudden appearance of these Ninth-Grade Martial Artists in your Profound Yellow Sect. They don't seem to fear death; in fact, they seem quite willing to die. That news was quite surprising to me. Your Profound Yellow Sect truly holds many secrets, wouldn't you agree, my Seventh Prince?"
Hearing her words, Xu Nian's mind reeled. The players' situation has been discovered! Could it be that this woman went to inspect Gathering Sun Hall and Yingyang Hall? Damn it! I don't care much about my identity as the Seventh Prince; I'm more concerned about the players. If the truth about the players leaks, my Profound Yellow Sect will become a target for everyone. A group of people who revive after death—who wouldn't be intrigued by that?
"What do you want?" Xu Nian got straight to the point. Faced with the Blood Demoness's threat, he had no choice but to acknowledge it. My identity as the Seventh Prince doesn't matter; the players are the key. They are my real Bottom Card!
Seeing Xu Nian's reaction, the Blood Demoness laughed coquettishly. "Seventh Prince, you need not be afraid. I wouldn't dare lay a hand on you. After all, the Blood Demon Sect isn't yet powerful enough to openly challenge the Imperial Court. Even if you are a fallen prince, no one in Jianghu would dare to act rashly against you. Originally, I only came for the Nine Dragon Key, but now I've discovered something far more interesting. It seems the Nine Dragon Key is no longer important, don't you think, Seventh Prince?"
Hearing her words, a chill ran down Xu Nian's spine. This woman has indeed discovered the players' secret! To die and revive with a different appearance—how can such an ability not be astounding? This is equivalent to immortality! Immortality! That word alone is enough to incite a bloodbath in both Jianghu and the Imperial Court. Never mind the Blood Demoness; even the Emperor himself might not be able to resist such a lure.
"Let's cut to the chase. What exactly do you want?" Xu Nian subconsciously clenched his fists. I can't muster a second kick now. My only option is to find a way to stall the Blood Demoness for the time being. The truth about the players absolutely cannot be revealed!
"I wish to join your Profound Yellow Sect. I wonder if the Seventh Prince would accept me?" The Blood Demoness wrapped her arms around Xu Nian's neck and whispered in his ear, "As long as the Seventh Prince agrees to my request, you can treat me however you like in the future. I'm even willing to become a mere servant in the Profound Yellow Sect."
She had indeed discovered the secrets of Yingyang Hall and Gathering Sun Hall. Within these two side halls, there was an Array she had never seen before. And those Profound Yellow Sect disciples, after they died, all walked out from the Array, then went down the mountain to kill their enemies. Such a miraculous phenomenon was something even she, the Blood Demoness, was witnessing for the first time. That was precisely why the thought of joining the Profound Yellow Sect had sprouted in her mind.
She didn't dare to attack Xu Nian rashly, nor could she find a way to completely kill the Profound Yellow Sect's players. Thus, it was a dilemma for her. Since that was the case, she decided to follow her own desires and choose a third option, one that seemingly hadn't existed before: join the Profound Yellow Sect! She wanted to get close to those Profound Yellow Sect disciples and this Seventh Prince. She aimed to unearth the secrets of the Profound Yellow Sect and understand those two arrays that could resurrect the dead. For some reason, she felt the Profound Yellow Sect was the most unfathomable existence in this world.
"If you stay in the Profound Yellow Sect, aren't you afraid I'll kill you to silence you?" Xu Nian said coldly, "Once I regain my power, or if my strength improves further, I might just have what it takes to kill you. Are you sure you want to stay?"
"I am well aware of that. But, Seventh Prince, would you really kill me?" As the Blood Demoness spoke, she leaned in, slithering from behind Xu Nian like a snake and directly burrowing into his embrace.
Only then did Xu Nian clearly see the woman's appearance. Her delicate brows are like tranquil autumn waters, her jade-like skin as if caressed by a light breeze. This is my first impression. The Blood Demoness's beauty is in no way inferior to that of the concubines in the Palace. Her lipstick is as red as blood, and combined with her crimson dress... an indescribable aura of seduction emanates from her.
Demoness! That's my first thought—this woman is a true demoness! Blood Demoness... a fitting name indeed.
"Do you think seduction can make me abandon the thought of killing you?" Xu Nian narrowed his eyes slightly, staring at the red-clad figure in his embrace. This woman is definitely trying to lead me astray! No! I can't let a woman lead me by the nose. The players' secret must not be exposed!
"I am at the Grandmaster Realm. By staying in the Profound Yellow Sect, I can help protect it. Moreover, I can use the Blood Demon Sect's resources to investigate the matter of your imprisonment, Seventh Prince." The Blood Demoness leaned forward, her nose almost touching Xu Nian's. "A year ago, a major incident occurred in the Imperial Palace. The martial arts prodigy, the Seventh Prince, was imprisoned for harassing a concubine, and all his Martial Arts were crippled. Something about this matter has always seemed amiss."
The Blood Demoness continued, "It seems the Seventh Prince also wishes to know the truth. As long as you agree, I can help you investigate. For you, Seventh Prince, my joining would be a double win, perhaps even a triple win..."