Chapter 72

Though it was just an ordinary word, Ning Xu’s tone carried an unmistakable killing intent.

That Hehuan Sect Foundation Establishment female cultivator had to die, but since she had a Body Integration Stage master, the problem was how to kill her.

They needed to completely erase themselves from this matter and eliminate any future troubles.

Fortunately, Ning Xu had obtained quite a few valuable items from the Wu family head’s private treasury today, and these items happened to be useful now.

The Melon-Eating System kept cursing.

【I just searched and found out she has already kidnapped quite a few low-level male cultivators.】

【Those male cultivators have it miserable. Black slaves, completely black slaves!】

【She has succeeded too many times, to the point that she actually thinks she’s something special.】

【But she’s just a damn nobody!】

【Today, we’ll let her experience what it’s like to kick an iron plate!】

Ning Xu kept simulating in her mind all the possible situations that might occur later.

Their disadvantage was obvious—their cultivation levels were too low.

She was at the peak of the Qi Refining Stage, while the Innocent Cultivator was at the eighth level of Qi Refining.

There was a saying in the cultivation world: being a whole major realm apart in cultivation was like being separated by a mountain.

A higher-level cultivator facing a lower-level one could easily crush them under normal circumstances.

Even if that female cultivator’s foundation was weak, she was still at the early Foundation Establishment Stage.

Not to mention, she had a Body Integration Stage master who most likely had given her life-saving items. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have been so arrogant, recklessly kidnapping people for so long.

But they also had an advantage.

They could catch their target completely off guard.

So timing was crucial.

If they could kill her in one strike, there would be no trouble afterward. But if they failed, the battle would become extremely difficult, and the longer it dragged on, the worse it would be for them.

At this moment, the Hehuan Sect female cultivator was already heading toward the place they were staying.

The Melon-Eating System was still cursing furiously.

【She didn’t even bother to check who the Innocent Cultivator is!】

【He’s under my host’s protection!】

【Today, we’re going to show this Dog Bastard some real power!】

Ning Xu didn’t look back. She fixed her gaze on the direction where the Hehuan Sect female cultivator had left and gestured to the Innocent Cultivator behind her.

When he leaned in, she whispered using qi transmission, “We’re going to kill her in a bit.”

The Innocent Cultivator replied, “Alright!”

He agreed so easily that Ning Xu was momentarily stunned.

She turned back and asked, “You’re not even asking why?”

The Innocent Cultivator shook his head. “You have your reasons.”

And his role was simply to cooperate—always.

The Melon-Eating System clicked its tongue.

【As expected of a proper cultivator dog, he knows his place.】

【Host, no need to delay, it’s time to strike.】

Ning Xu’s expression grew cold. “Let’s aim for an instant kill.”

The Innocent Cultivator responded, “Alright!”

To avoid unnecessary complications, the two of them dashed toward the direction the female cultivator had gone.

Perhaps knowing that what she was doing couldn’t be seen in the open, the Hehuan Sect Foundation Establishment female cultivator had deliberately chosen deserted paths. Along the way, they didn’t encounter a single person.

This worked out well for Ning Xu.

Just one more turn, and they would reach the small courtyard where they were staying.

Ning Xu waved her hand and commanded, “Attack!”

“Got it!”

In the next second, a torrent of sword light engulfed the female cultivator, who had her back turned to them.

The sword light carried overwhelming killing intent.

Before their strike, the female cultivator had been wearing a confident smile, completely unaware that someone was lying in wait, ready to eliminate her.

The Innocent Cultivator’s “Star Reversal” tightly restrained her, while Ning Xu’s own “Star Reversal” stabbed directly at her dantian.

She was shocked and shouted, “Do you even know who my master is—”

The Melon-Eating System interrupted mockingly.

【Isn’t your master just a useless piece of trash? And so are you! You’re both trash snacks!】

The female cultivator: !!!

Her face was filled with terror and disbelief. She wanted to say something more, but unfortunately, she would never get the chance again.

Ning Xu casually withdrew her “Bright Moon” sword from the female cultivator’s dantian. Blood rained down like a torrential storm, scattering in all directions.

The female cultivator’s eyes remained wide open, unable to support her body any longer. She collapsed to the ground with a heavy thud.

The Melon-Eating System cheered excitedly.

【That was so satisfying, Host!】

Ning Xu flicked out a corpse-dissolving talisman.

The talismans from Fuxian covered all sorts of uses, and every single one was incredibly effective, making things much more convenient for her.

Ning Xu asked the Melon-Eating System, “Her master won’t be able to track us, right?”

The Melon-Eating System replied, 【No, your newly activated artifact has turned this entire area into an independent domain.】

【This thing was the best treasure in the Wu family head’s private collection—aside from that black cauldron.】

【It’s practically a must-have for murder and arson.】

【Too bad it’s already been used a few times.】

【After this, it’ll be completely useless.】

【So heartbreaking!】

Ning Xu wasn’t particularly distressed about it.

As long as it served its purpose, it was worth it.

If anything, the Melon-Eating System was getting more and more stingy.

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When Ning Xu and the Innocent Cultivator returned to their seats, their movements didn’t attract anyone’s attention—except for Young Master Wu Er.

The family banquet had just reached its climax.

Most of the audience had their eyes on today’s main focus—Wu Lüchen.

Only Young Master Wu Er had a complicated expression on his face.

They looked completely calm, as if nothing had happened.

Which meant that female cultivator had already been dealt with.

Who would have thought that they would dare to make a move against the disciple of a Body Integration Stage expert?

And not only did they do it, but they did it without a moment’s hesitation!

When it comes to guts, they are undoubtedly the boldest.

To prevent the household servants from inadvertently getting involved in this matter, he had deliberately given orders for them to remain in the front courtyard during this period.

Since there were many guests visiting today, allowing the servants to roam freely might lead to them accidentally offending these distinguished guests. Thus, his arrangement did not seem out of place.

What could he say about this?

He could only acknowledge that it was truly fitting for the notorious “Melon Mover,” who had turned “The Three Thousand Realms Cultivator Exchange Area” upside down.

Speaking of which, if they hadn’t just been discussing the matter of the Peach Goddess and her suitors one moment and then, in the next, posted a bombshell exposé on the forum, he wouldn’t have so quickly realized that “Melon Mover” was actually Ning Xu.

People truly couldn’t be judged by their appearance.

If you were to ask him whether he would reveal this secret to the public, he could only say that he wouldn’t dare.

Young Master Wu Er really wouldn’t dare.

Even the Flower Pavilion was helpless against “Melon Mover,” so what could a small figure like him possibly do?

The only thing he could do was remain completely silent. This was not something he could afford to get involved in.

While Young Master Wu Er was deeply immersed in his turbulent thoughts, his older cousin, holding a folding fan, gracefully made his way toward them.

“Xiao Er, long time no see.”

Young Master Wu Er protested, “I told you not to call me Xiao Er! Why can’t you remember?”

His cousin folded his fan and lightly tapped him on the head with the handle. “Is that how you speak to me? No respect at all.”

After greeting Young Master Wu Er, his cousin turned his gaze toward Ning Xu and the others.

“These are…?”

Young Master Wu Er introduced them, “They are all Ah Chen’s teammates. This is Daoist Friend Ning, Ah Chen’s captain.”

His cousin smiled warmly, holding his fan in one hand as he cupped his fists in greeting. “Daoist Friend Ning, greetings. Greetings to all fellow Daoists.”

Ning Xu returned the gesture. “Greetings, Daoist Friend.”

Just as she finished greeting Young Master Wu Er’s cousin, the Melon-Eating System chimed in boldly: 【This cousin, who once got caught in a scandal involving Young Master Wu Er, is quite an interesting character!】

As Ning Xu listened to Qingjiu Immortal and this cousin exchange pleasantries, she asked the Melon-Eating System, “How so?”

【This cousin of his is actually a few years older than Young Master Wu Er. At their age, how could they not have experienced being matched with a marriage partner by their family elders?】

【It was about thirty years ago. A family elder introduced him to a female cultivator.】

【At that time, he was already seventy or eighty years old, but still not very mature in mindset. Fearing that the female cultivator would take an interest in him, he ate an entire basket of garlic before attending the banquet.】

Ning Xu: …

The cousin in question: …

Young Master Wu Er: !!!

Even he didn’t know about this! His cousin had kept it from him all this time!

Qingjiu Immortal: … How was he supposed to continue this conversation now?

【When cultivators circulate their spiritual energy, they naturally expel impurities. That’s one of the ways they differ from ordinary mortals.】

【But this cousin of his, worried that the garlic smell would dissipate, deliberately refrained from using any spiritual energy on the way to the banquet.】

【By the time he arrived, his entire body reeked of garlic—especially when he spoke. The stench was so strong that it directly knocked the female cultivator unconscious.】

Ning Xu sighed with a complicated expression. “…No wonder he’s been a lifelong bachelor.”

【Exactly.】

Ning Xu asked, “And then what happened?”

The Melon-Eating System let out a dramatic sigh. 【After that, the family elders never introduced him to another female cultivator again.】

【So, the fact that his beloved doesn’t fancy him is really no surprise at all!】

【With someone like him, staying single forever is only natural!】

The cousin: …

“Agreed.”

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By the time the family banquet ended, Ning Xu and her group had become well acquainted with the cousin.

He had the demeanor of a refined gentleman, but in reality, he was quite the social butterfly.

After the gathering dispersed, just as Ning Xu was about to return to their temporary residence with her teammates, a rumor suddenly began circulating among the crowd.

“Have you heard? Lan Chun Venerable’s young disciple, whom she took in just over a year ago, is gone.”

“Lan Chun Venerable? You mean the one from the Hehuan Sect…?”

“Yes.”

“What happened to her disciple?”

“Not sure, but it seems the disciple suddenly disappeared. Lan Chun Venerable even made a post in ‘The Three Thousand Realms Cultivator Exchange Area’ offering a huge reward for any relevant information.”

“Did anyone provide clues?”

“Actually, yes. Someone spotted her in our City.”

Upon hearing this, someone was startled. “What do you mean? Is this incident connected to our City? Maybe she already left.”

The person sharing the news shook their head. “Hard to say. The informant claimed to have seen her in Star Peach City just this afternoon. Given the short amount of time that has passed, she should still be in the city. If our guess is correct, she likely met her end here.”

Young Master Wu Er, who knew the inside story, was in a daze. “More than that. She died right here in our estate.”

The person continued, “Word is that Lan Chun Venerable is already on her way to Star Peach City.”

“What?!”

Many people exclaimed in shock at the same time.

Hearing this, Ning Xu’s expression turned sharp. She had just invited Elder Wu Chichun to visit Star Peach City, and now Lan Chun was coming as well. Was this fate… or karma?

The Melon-Eating System spoke sinisterly: 【Since she’s coming, why not ensure that Lan Chun never leaves Star Peach City again? Let her remain here… forever.】

Young Master Wu Er: !!!

The cousin: !!!

Making a Body Integration Stage powerhouse perish here? The system really dared to say it—and dared to think it!!!

The next moment, it continued: 【It all depends on how persuasive Elder Wu’s “pillow talk” is.】

Everyone: …

“Pillow talk”…? Wu Elder and the Peach Goddess didn’t even have a budding romance yet, and the system was already plotting ahead?