Could it be that I am the cruel villain?-Chapter 827 - 473: Schemes from the Demon Beast

"I really want to see if your mouth is worthy of your skills."

A cold laugh escaped, the eyes full of anger.

Mention anything about Jin Yuan and he gets infuriated; the saying goes that gentlemen pursue fair ladies, and there's nothing shameful about chasing after the woman you fancy, especially when both are well-matched; the former is a leading figure among the three sisters of the Joyful Sect and the future successor of the sect master.

The latter is the eldest grandson of the Great Elder of Fulong Pavilion, with equally boundless prospects, set to become one of the future leaders of the sect. Both have similar cultivation realm and age, seemingly a perfect match, even the current Sect Master, Immortal Miao Zhu, has no objections, implicitly agreeing.

However.

Jin Yuan doesn't like him.

Though she's a social butterfly, effortlessly closing the distance with everyone and appearing close, full of charisma and grace, this gentle and kind-looking elder sister... detests sycophants.

It's only human.

Despite Jin Yuan's seemingly good temper, those who truly know her understand that she has the biggest temper among the three sisters and the entire third-generation disciples. Yet, her rationality always prevails, controlling her emotions without any outward signs.

Jin Yuan is exceedingly proud. Outsiders might think Ying Ling is the most arrogant among the three sisters, but in truth, this unequivocal successor of the Joyful Sect is the most proud. Her previous demeanor was not a smiling face toward everyone.

It was purely the cultivation technique coupled with years of self-cultivation that suppressed her original temper, and no one truly likes clingy men. Although Huang Zhanlong isn't lacking in appearance or status, Jin Yuan simply isn't interested in sycophants.

She prefers assertive, decisive men with strong enough abilities to make her willingly play a supporting role. Admiring strength is said to be instinctive for these disciples of the Joyful Sect.

Thus, after several gentle refusals, when he still clung to her like a sticky candy, she directly faced this leading figure of Fulong Pavilion's third-generation disciples and defeated him, tying him up on a flower boat, watching the full moon for two hours before leaving.

For Huang Zhanlong, this was undoubtedly the most humiliating moment of his life.

"Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix, Yangguan Melody in Three Variations!"

"The wind rises, fall!"

With a flick of his toe, he lifted the Wooden Box, holding it in his arms. As the box tilted, three Fire Phoenixes rushed in three different directions. Disciples of Fulong Pavilion excel in wind and fire, mastering the Wind Control Skill and Fire Manipulation Technique. The wind aided the fire's speed.

As they rushed out, they left remnant shadows, showing that he was indeed angry. With the illusion broken, Ying Ling, no longer pretending to be weak, stared coldly, tossing the Pearl of the Celestial Lake in hand without showing any fear.

"I might as well help the eldest sister, to see what kind of wretch this young noble she's disdainful of really is."

Tip versus blade.

The fierce battle between the two was intense. Another Joyful Sect senior sister named Lan Xuan'er did not meddle but instead fought alone against two others, while the remaining Joyful Sect disciples also clashed with Fulong Pavilion's disciples. Their battle was intensely interwoven, leaving no opportunity for escape.

Kui Ying continued emitting weak roars in the air, appearing feeble. Witnessing this, a faint Spiritual Energy suddenly emerged, glowing intermittently, the strong attraction pulling Huang Zhanlong to turn around almost immediately.

"How dare you! Even what I've set my sights on, you dare to snatch, die!"

A low shout rang out.

Turning the Boxed Sword with a flick, a sneaky shadow tried to escape upon noticing the attack. Judging from the attire, he should also be a Dongyue person, aiming to stealthily take advantage amidst the chaos, attempting to steal the precious Kui Ying.

However, the commotion of invoking Spiritual Energy gave him away, given that he only possessed Middle Grade Core Formation level, seeming like a Loose Cultivator here to try his luck.

Sizzle!

The Boxed Sword flew past.

The Nascent Soul Stage master's anger became apparent, and upon realizing the defeat, the cultivator fled but was a bit too slow. The Boxed Sword pierced the left arm, immediately knocking away the "Demon-locking Chain" held in hand. Though there was a significant power gap, a focused strike couldn't be fatal.

The Fire Phoenix followed closely, its residual heat from the Daoist Skill inducing fear. More alarming was the quick flash of the beautiful girl battling Huang Zhanlong, cutting off his retreat instantly!

"My life is over."

Unable to help but exclaim inwardly, his face pale, he prepared to take out a Magic Treasure to defend against the attack but was unexpectedly thwarted. Ying Ling flicked her little hand, directly knocking down all three Fire Phoenixes.

"Comrade, act quickly! Subdue this Demon Beast and leave!"

"Ah?"

His mouth hung open.

Yet Ying Ling didn't elaborate, for the next wave of attacks was incoming. Even she had to be cautious when facing a Nascent Soul Stage master, unable to distract, merely shouting delicately.

"Hurry!"

"I understand."

Experiencing initial panic, he quickly grasped the meaning in her words, picked up the Demon-locking Chain used for capturing the Demon Beast. The quality wasn't outstanding, but decent enough. Achieving Middle Grade Core Formation and daring to venture alone into Old Dongyue for opportunities, his strength and intellect weren't subpar; otherwise, he wouldn't have come this far.