Chapter 210: Demonic Sect Leader Wei Xue |
When Mu Qingshuang heard that even the little fox had a husband, she felt like she was going insane. It was as if she had been stabbed in the back. If Su Jingyi found a man, it would be understandable given her loneliness over the past four decades, but the little fox having a man seemed unjust. After all, how old was she?
Wait, she was already over two hundred years old, which was a hundred and sixty years older than both herself and Su Jingyi. But now that both she and Su Jingyi had found love, didn't that leave her all alone?
"Hehehe," The little fox giggled sweetly, radiating happiness. She spoke, "When I returned home last time, I met my husband. At first, I hated him super-duper much, I wanted to take a sword and kill him too. But later on, I inexplicably fell in love. He's especially good to me. I really like cuddling in his arms. His chest is particularly sturdy, and we even kissed. He also touches my tail."
"You know…"
"The tail of a fox demon is not something you can casually touch. Anyone who touches a fox demon's tail must either marry her or be killed. I naturally chose to marry him." As the little fox spoke, three furry tails emerged behind her, swaying continuously, indicating her current level of happiness and excitement.
Ah, looking at the little fox's appearance, it seemed… it didn't seem like a joke. Could it be true? Mu Qingshuang opened her mouth, but the words she wanted to say were swallowed back. She hesitated but eventually asked, "Is he…is he also a fox demon?"
"No, he's a human, just like you. He's handsome, charming, robust, witty, humorous, and exceptionally talented, especially in cultivation," Xuan Shi proudly replied.
Huh?
Handsome, charming, robust, witty, humorous, exceptionally talented in cultivation… these descriptions were identical to how Su Jingyi portrayed her man. Could it be that they were sharing the same man?
Mu Qingshuang bit her lip and curiously asked, "Do your Master and Xuan Yin know?"
The little fox hesitated for a moment and then shook her head in silence. She softly replied, "They don't know."
"Did you fall in love with him secretly?" Mu Qingshuang suddenly became interested, urgently asking, "Aren't you afraid of your Master and Xuan Yin finding out and chasing him down? Falling in love with a human is a taboo for demons."
Xuan Shi pouted and mumbled softly, "The situation is quite complicated. It's not something I can explain in a few words. In any case, we're different now. Now, I am a little fox with a husband…"
Mu Qingshuang's expression tightened with sorrow and resignation. The world seemed to be playing a cruel joke on her! Even the small little fox had a man, while she, despite her fair skin, striking beauty, and enviable physique, had to endure such loneliness.
"Qingshuang?"
"You seem quite despondent," Xuan Shi looked at her good friend, seeing her troubled and lonely expression. She said gently, "You stay home every day. Are you waiting for a man to fall from the sky? Even if he did, he'd fall to his death."
"I don't need a man," Mu Qingshuang said a bit defiantly. She felt discontented that Su Jingyi and Xuan Shi had left her behind. She huffed, "I'm fine on my own."
As the words fell, she sighed and muttered to herself, "Let's forget about it. Maybe I'll meet someone in a few days."
"By the way."
"How far have you and your human husband gotten?" Mu Qingshuang asked casually while wiping away tea stains from her clothes.
Xuan Shi pouted her little mouth, and a faint hint of distress crossed her eyes. She looked at her rather unimpressive chest and mumbled, "We're only one step away. I even offered myself voluntarily, but he didn't respond at all. I'm so worried."
Mu Qingshuang raised her head and glanced at the little fox next to her. Watching her petite and cute appearance, flat in front and deflated in the back, she wickedly said, "Could it be your own problem? If you had a figure like mine, your husband probably wouldn't leave your bed."
"You're mocking me now, too!"
The little fox was furious, and her three tails stood on end. Her cheeks puffed up, annoyed. "Even with your great figure, you're still unmarried. And no matter what, I'm already a little fox with a husband."
Mu Qingshuang ‘s feelings were hurt again, but she couldn't find a comeback. She could only say stubbornly, "It's not that I can't find one; it's that I don't need one. Do you believe that as long as I'm willing, men who want to marry me could queue from the north street all the way to the south street?"
"Hmph."
"So what?" The little fox said calmly, "Those men come to desire your body or to seek your wealth and glory. They don't truly love you. Whereas, my husband genuinely loves me!"
"I…I…"
Mu Qingshuang was so infuriated that her face turned red. However, she couldn't help but realize that the little fox was right. Most men either lusted after her body or had ulterior motives, including a certain recently very attentive nobleman. This guy not only wanted her body but also aimed to gain a connection with Su Jingyi through her.
"Actually, there's no need to be pessimistic," The little fox held Mu Qingshuang ‘s hand and said with a smile, "What if there's someone who genuinely likes you?"
Mu Qingshuang came to her senses and rolled her eyes at the blissful little fox. She said calmly, "Forget it. I've decided to live a life of solitude."
"Let's not talk about these topics."
"Shall I take you out for a walk this afternoon?" Mu Qingshuang asked gently.
"Sure, sure," Xuan Shi nodded repeatedly.
In the Western Region, once considered an extremely mysterious place, has become more familiar to the people as interactions with Central Plains culture and deepening trade relations occurred. However, it still maintained a layer of mystique that many Central Plains people longed for.
Wearing a simple dress, a straw hat, and a veil, Xuan Yin strolled along a mountain path alone for what seemed like a long time. In the distance, a luxurious palace appeared.
"Greetings, Saintess!"
The guards at the palace saw Xuan Yin and quickly knelt down, respectfully greeting her.
"Is the sect leader in?" Xuan Yin asked coldly.
"Saintess, the sect leader is currently in the hall," one of the guards replied quickly.
"Good."
Xuan Yin responded casually and walked straight in. The demonic sect had two Saintesses, namely, the Grand Saintess Xuan Yin and the Little Saintess Xuan Shi, positions created especially for them by the sect leader.
Walking into the hall, Xuan Yin headed towards the inner chamber. Passing through a massive screen, she saw an elegant and beautiful woman, different from the appearance of Central Plains women. She reclined languidly on a plush couch, her form draped in a light blue gown that hinted at the graceful curves of her ample bosom and shapely hips. Her very presence exuded an irresistible allure, with charm no less captivating than that of the big demoness.
With slightly deep-set eyes and a high nose bridge, her overall beauty was not compromised but rather accentuated her features. Especially those light green eyes, like an oasis in the desert, clear and bright, just like a shimmering pool of water.
"Sister Wei Xue."
Xuan Yin called out with a charming voice. Wei Xue was the name of this beautiful woman from the Western Region.
Wei Xue was stunned for a moment, following the voice to see the person she had been longing for appearing before her. Unutterable excitement filled her expression, and she hastily got up from the couch, barefoot, and swiftly walked over to Xuan Yin.
"How did you come here?" Wei Xue grasped Xuan Yin's delicate hand, looking at her with a face full of fondness. She then looked towards the door and asked, "Did you come alone? Did Xuan Shi not come with you?"
"She's so prone to disappearing that I didn't bring her along," Xuan Yin's cold and charming face showed a rare smile as she gently linked her arm with Wei Xue. She softly asked, "Sister Wei Xue, do you miss me?"
"You little girl," although Wei Xue was a bit disappointed, it was just for a moment. She looked at the little snake demoness next to her and said softly, "Of course I miss you, but I also miss the little fox. Forget it, forget it. You've come to visit suddenly, is there something you need?"
"Do I always have to have something to come to the Western Region? Can't I just come because I simply miss you?" Xuan Yin said unkindly.
"Hmph."
"Both you and your master don't visit without a purpose," Wei Xue rolled her eyes, and her fair, delicate fingers lightly tapped Xuan Yin's forehead, affectionately saying, "Don't put on a show in front of me. I won't fall for that."
Xuan Yin smiled slightly and answered in a soft and coquettish tone, "Actually, I came to ask Sister for some demon spider silk and to visit you, and, um, I plan to stay here for a few more days before going back."
Hearing that the little demoness wanted to stay with her for a few more days, Wei Xue was overjoyed. She took her arm and led her to her couch, where they both sat down.
"Huh?"
"You feel very different!"
Wei Xue gazed at Xuan Yin with a puzzled expression, sensing something unusual in her demeanor. She asked, "Why do you exude the charm of a young wife?"
Xuan Yin lowered her head, her expression subtly tinged with happiness, and softly replied, "Sister Wei Xue, I've already gotten married."
"What?"
Wei Xue was stunned, looking at her with a face full of surprise and astonishment.
"He's…"
"He's a twenty year old human with all the good qualities – handsome and exceptionally talented. Moreover, my master arranged the marriage."
"I've already fallen for him, and I've even given myself to him completely." Xuan Yin said coyly.
In an instant, Wei Xue was even more shocked.
"He's actually a human?!"
