Chapter 312: Yue Xuanji Full Provocation Mode
It must be said, Yue Xuanji had likely maxed out her skill in provoking the Netherqueen.
Luo Wusheng's lips twitched as he watched the white-haired loli before him, now dressed in her third layer of clothing, with dozens of her silvery-white hairs already yanked out.
The atmosphere he'd just started to build was utterly ruined.
But it was worth noting that the form of the person across from him had subtly changed again.
Previously, Yue Xuanji had taken on the appearance of a white-haired, red-eyed girl. Now, only her right eye retained its eerie crimson hue, while her left eye had reverted to the bright, starry gaze characteristic of this little girl.
At this moment, she was a white-haired, heterochromatic, barefoot loli.
Her eyes no longer clashed with her facial expressions; instead, they had fully integrated with the rest of her demeanor.
This was the result of a new coexistence mode reached after Yue Xuanji and the little pink fox "fought" each other.
Yue Xuanji had agreed to convey certain things to Luo Wusheng on behalf of the little pink fox, while the little pink fox promised to restrain the influence of her Heart Fox Technique.
Additionally, Luo Wusheng had finally understood why this mischievous loli had fallen under the little pink fox's Heart Fox Technique in the first place.
All in all, it seemed Yue Xuanji had been engaged in a struggle with something before arriving here.
The opponent was quite formidable—not someone the non-combat-focused leader of the Heavenly Divination Tower could handle. So, naturally, she called in the little pink fox.
The Heart Fox Technique initially felt a bit like a possession, but upon closer examination, Luo Wusheng quickly realized it was something entirely different.
If anything, it was more akin to an invocation ritual or spiritual descent, where the little pink fox could enhance Yue Xuanji's combat abilities and even cast some spells or transmit her power remotely.
This was the real reason Yue Xuanji had no choice but to let the little pink fox use the Heart Fox Technique on her.
However, after the harmonious collaboration in battle, they quickly returned to the happy cycle of settling grudges.
What goes around comes around, and no one escapes karma.
The white-haired loli had barely managed to escape being sold off to a brothel under the little pink fox's control, leaving her in a sorry state.
By the time she appeared here, the matter was glossed over with vague words.
Luo Wusheng's eyes flashed slightly, but he said nothing further.
And so, the conversation continued.
"—At the moment, the Netherkin Nation in the Netherland is down by four Tribulation Crossing Realm cultivators and nearly thirty Peak Nascent Soul Realm grandmasters. As for the others, their numbers are uncertain due to their lack of prominence."
"It's hard to say where these Netherkin have gone, but given the current situation in the Netherland, it's likely that at least one Tribulation Crossing Realm Netherkin and several Nascent Soul Realm Netherkin are hiding near the royal city. There shouldn't be many lower-level Netherkin among them since they control several Nether Formations capable of summoning such creatures."
"And now that the silly fox has returned to the Netherland to rally her old forces, that feathered bird Netherkin who stole her position is probably panicking. It's likely they'll soon activate their arrangements in the royal city to stir up chaos and secretly target the Immortal Nation's Empress."
"That silly fox told you to be cautious and avoid getting caught up in their struggle as much as possible."
As Yue Xuanji, now in her heterochromatic mode, spoke, Luo Wusheng stroked his chin with his thumb while placing a black piece on the chessboard.
"I understand," he said.
"You don't seem particularly worried," Yue Xuanji remarked, placing a white piece as she narrowed her eyes.
"I've made some preparations as well… Besides, I'm not so easy to kill anymore, am I?"
Luo Wusheng placed another piece, observing the reaction of the white-haired loli across from him.
The events at the inn a week ago, including Yue Xuanji's meticulous preparations, had all but confirmed one thing—this Heavenly Divination Tower Master had long been aware of his situation.
That included the fact that the Buddhist Sect wouldn't let him die so easily.
However, Yue Xuanji merely responded with an amused smile.
"But I've heard rumors in the royal city that your relationship with the Immortal Nation's Empress is quite close. Aren't you worried about her safety? After all, she's—"
"Hey! Silly fox, stop placing pieces randomly!"
A white piece landed on the chessboard, slightly off from its intended position.
Luo Wusheng's mouth twitched.
Yao Ji was still "listening," huh…
No, it was precisely because she was listening that this mischievous loli was saying such things.
'Though it feels like she's deliberately provoking the little pink fox's emotions… she didn't deny what I said earlier, did she? Is that an implicit acknowledgment?'
Suppressing his thoughts, Luo Wusheng quickly steadied his mind and placed a black piece on the spot Yue Xuanji had neglected due to the little pink fox's interference.
"I only officially met that Empress for the first time seven days ago at this inn and exchanged a few words…"
That was the absolute truth. Don't believe me? Go ask the Empress herself.
In a calm tone, Luo Wusheng continued, "If I had the ability, I'd certainly help…. But with my current level of cultivation… Well, sorry to say, but this isn't a situation I can get involved in."
This was indeed his honest thought.
At most, he could provide some information or cut down a few weaker Netherkin during the chaos.
The real resolution to the battle lay with the high-level combatants—in other words, the Taoist Sect Master.
After he finished speaking, Yue Xuanji's trembling hand seemed to stabilize.
However, the white-haired loli across from him stared at the chessboard in deep thought.
"Forget it… silly fox, you play with your young master yourself. I'll pass along one more thing."
Having realized she couldn't turn the tide in this game, the Heavenly Divination Tower Master chose to surrender.
After a while, though, she picked up another chess piece.
The conversation continued alongside their game, interspersed with occasional complaints from the white-haired loli.
"Silly fox, do you even know how to play chess? How can you mess up such simple rules?"
"Are you letting your young master win on purpose? No—never mind. I know you really don't have the skills."
"Should I tell your young master to let you win instead? Oh, oops, I forgot to mute him."
...
Time ticked by, and around midnight, Luo Wusheng noticed the trembling, pale little hand holding the white piece suddenly drop.
Startled, he looked up to find that Yue Xuanji's eyes were now closed.
When they opened again, the eerie red glow was completely gone, replaced by the bright, starry gaze unique to the little girl.
The effects of the Heart Fox Technique had ended.
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