Urban Seduction: Housewives Club-Chapter 555 585: Coaxing the Little Nun

The hidden weapon Mieyin had used was similar to an ancient "pulse gate crossbow," but far more powerful. Though it only fired a few small steel needles, they were coated with deadly poison and launched at speeds surpassing that of a bullet. Without prior warning, it was nearly impossible to dodge.

Yet, Ye Fei had not only caught up to the needles but also intercepted them effortlessly. This left Mieyin utterly terrified—this young man's speed surpassed that of a bullet and by no small margin.

Ye Fei, however, had no time to dwell on Mieyin's shock. After scolding her, he reached out and snatched the hidden weapon from her sleeve with a wave of his hand.

With a light squeeze, he reduced it to a useless piece of scrap metal. Yet, the incident served as a reminder: as the number of women he cared for grew, he couldn't always keep them by his side. While the Xuan Yin Technique had significantly boosted their strength, there was no guarantee they wouldn't encounter someone they couldn't handle. A weapon like this could be a lifesaver in such situations.

Still, Ye Fei didn't want his women carrying something so obviously a weapon. He decided to design something both elegant and functional, though the specifics were still unclear.

"Hmph, you vile old nun! How dare you resort to such underhanded tactics!" Ye Zhilin, though inexperienced in the ways of the world, had been raised in a martial arts-oriented era by righteous parents. Seeing Mieyin use such dishonorable methods infuriated her. Once she recovered from the shock of Ye Fei's display, she swiftly moved forward and seized Mieyin's pulse gate.

Mieyin, already outmatched by Ye Zhilin, was further rattled by Ye Fei's prowess. Caught off guard, she had no chance to resist. When Ye Zhilin captured her, Mieyin stiffened her expression and said with forced dignity, "Today, I was outmatched and resorted to dishonorable means. Since I've been captured, I'll accept whatever punishment you see fit."

Ye Zhilin was taken aback by Mieyin's sudden display of righteousness. Unsure of how to proceed, she instinctively looked to Ye Fei for guidance, though she couldn't quite explain why.

Ye Fei smiled faintly. "Nun Mieyin, you're quite the schemer. You can tell my aunt is upright and hope to win her favor with this act. But wasn't your plan earlier quite different? If I hadn't been capable, we'd all be dead by now, wouldn't we?"

Mieyin snorted coldly. She had indeed planned to kill Ye Zhilin with the hidden weapon, confident that the woman the priest had spoken so highly of would be no match for her. The rest, she believed, could be handled by the priest. She never expected Ye Fei to be the true powerhouse.

Though her plans had been exposed, Mieyin refused to admit it, simply sneering in disdain.

"You don't need to admit it," Ye Fei continued. "I also know that if we had died, you and the priest would have labeled us as spies of the Demon Sect, tarnishing our reputations even in death, right?"

Liu Yiru and the older women nodded in agreement, while Gu Shishi and Jiang Yitong looked shocked. Ye Zhilin asked, "Ye Fei, are they as bad as you say?"

"Oh, they're not bad—they're heroes. When others kill, it's a crime, but when they kill, it's justice. Those they kill are always deserving. So, remember this: if you ever face an unbeatable opponent, first ask who they are. If they're villains, surrender and let them kill you—it'll earn you a good reputation. But if they're heroes like these two, run for your life. Because if you die at their hands, no matter who you are, you'll be branded a villain in death."

Ye Fei finished with a cold laugh, then turned to the nun and priest. "Am I right, heroes?"

The priest snorted. "You broke the agreement first. Dealing with oath-breakers like you is only just."

Mieyin, however, said, "If you're going to kill us, just do it. No need for words."

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"Nun Mieyin, your principles are indeed higher than those of a priest who's more worldly than most," Ye Fei said with a smile. "But I won't kill you. The martial arts conference is in two days. Without you, it wouldn't be as lively."

Mieyin looked at Ye Fei in disbelief. "You're letting us go?" She couldn't believe he'd be so foolish. If he released them, wouldn't he fear they'd turn against him at the conference, rallying the martial world against him?

"Yes, I'm letting you go," Ye Fei said, his smile fading slightly. "But I don't trust your integrity. So, Nun Mieyin, since you didn't come alone, send one of your disciples as a hostage. That way, you won't recklessly accuse us of being evil at the conference."

Mieyin's face paled as she considered Ye Fei's demand. Her reputation would suffer if she sent a disciple as a hostage to save herself. But if she refused, would Ye Fei let her go?

"Of course, you can refuse," Ye Fei said, reading her hesitation. "But your lives will end here today."

Mieyin's face turned ashen. She nodded. "The Buddha said, 'If I do not enter hell, who will?' Fine, to save the priest from your hands, I agree. Which disciple do you want?"

"Just send anyone. I only need a hostage," Ye Fei said casually, though he was certain Mieyin would send Miaochan, the beautiful young nun. From her earlier actions, it was clear Miaochan wasn't favored by Mieyin. If Ye Fei specifically asked for Miaochan, Mieyin might suspect something and use her against him.

After the agreement, the priest and nun quickly left. Watching them go, Gu Shishi snorted. "Now I see the true face of these so-called heroes. They talk a big game, but why doesn't she enter hell herself?"

Liu Yiru, however, asked, "Ye Fei, why didn't you just kill them? Wouldn't that save us a lot of trouble? And what if they go back on their word?"

Ye Fei smiled. "Don't worry. They're not that foolish. If they dare betray me, they'll fear my retaliation. As for why I spared them, you'll see in two days."

"I don't know what you're plotting," Liu Yiru said, feigning annoyance, but her son's laughter only made her smile.

Not long after, a young nun in black robes arrived at the valley—Miaochan, just as Ye Fei had expected. Despite being sent as a hostage, her beautiful face showed no worry, only a faint hint of joy.

Ever since learning she'd be a hostage for someone named Ye Fei, she'd felt a strange sense of anticipation. After yesterday's events, she couldn't stop thinking about the young man who had made her "lose control." She wanted to see him again, a feeling she'd never experienced before. Unsure of whom to ask, she decided to seek answers from the one she couldn't stop thinking about.

Seeing Miaochan, Liu Yiru and the others exchanged knowing glances, half-amused and half-exasperated. They tactfully left, giving Ye Fei and Miaochan some privacy.

Ye Fei smiled as he approached Miaochan. "You're here. Did you miss me?"

To his surprise, Miaochan nodded. "I did. But I don't know why I've been thinking about you. I asked the Buddha all night, but even he couldn't give me an answer."

For some reason, Ye Fei couldn't resist disrupting Miaochan's devout demeanor. He took her hand and said, "Come with me. I'll tell you why."

Unfamiliar with the concept of boundaries between men and women, and recalling yesterday's even more intimate interactions, Miaochan didn't resist. She obediently followed him into the tent.

Once inside, Miaochan immediately asked, "Can you tell me now?"

"Because you've been poisoned!" Ye Fei declared, dropping the bombshell.