Chapter 104: Surprise! The Greek Mythology Lesson!
[Location: Riverside Luxury Mansion - Master Bedroom]
The master bedroom was bathed in the warm, ambient glow of crystal wall sconces, casting long, dancing shadows across the plush velvet carpet. The air was thick with the scent of expensive ambergris incense and the faint, sweet aroma of anticipation.
Shen Anyu sat lazily on the Italian leather sofa, a glass of vintage Romanée-Conti swirling in his hand. He looked like a king inspecting his domain, or perhaps a predator admiring a particularly delightful trap.
He hummed a relaxed, improvised tune, adapting the lyrics of a children's song into something far more possessive.
"In the Riverside Luxury Mansion in the Demon City... lived a lovely little maid! She wore a black and white maid dress... with a small bow hair ornament on her head... and her eyes sparkled like stars! She was the most intimate little cotton-padded jacket by her master's side~"
Standing before him, bathed in the soft light, was Ruan Lingshan.
She was dressed in the "surprise" she had promised—a custom-made maid uniform that Shen Anyu had specially ordered from a top-tier designer in Paris. It was not the conservative attire of a servant; it was a weapon of mass seduction.
The fabric was a high-grade silk blend that clung to her youthful curves like a second skin. The black dress was cut scandalously short, barely covering her thighs, with a frilly white apron that accentuated her slender waist.
But the pièce de résistance was the legwear. She wore pure white, thigh-high stockings that compressed the soft flesh of her thighs just enough to create a mesmerizing "absolute territory" between the fabric and the hem of her skirt.
"Master... are you satisfied?"
The little maid looked at Shen Anyu shyly through her long lashes. Her big, watery eyes flowed with adoration and intense nervousness. Her small face was flushed with a lovely crimson hue that extended down her graceful neck.
Her hands, trembling slightly, clutched the corner of her apron, twisting the fabric in anxiety.
Shen Anyu put down his wine glass. He gave a thumbs up and smiled broadly, his eyes devouring the sight of her.
"Five-star rating! Perfect service, Lingshan. You look edible."
The little maid smiled happily upon hearing his praise. Her eyebrows curved into crescents, joy overflowing from her beautiful eyes. The anxiety melted away, replaced by a desire to please.
"As long as Master likes it, I will work even harder!"
She cleared her throat, her expression becoming serious, trying to act professional despite her flushed state.
"Next... Lingshan will tell Master a bedtime story~"
Shen Anyu leaned back, crossing his legs elegantly. He expected something titillating. Perhaps she had read some of the "enlightenment" books he had left in the library? Or perhaps a recitation of a romantic poem?
However, Shen Anyu was dumbfounded when he heard the story the little maid began to tell with utmost sincerity:
"A long, long time ago... in a deep, green forest... there were many, many small animals! Tigers, black bears, deer, rabbits, monkeys… They all lived together in harmony. One day, the little monkey and the little rabbit went to the river to drink water, and they saw a big fish..."
"Wait..."
Shen Anyu raised a hand, stopping her mid-sentence. His expression was a complex mix of confusion, amusement, and disbelief.
"Master, what's wrong?"
Ruan Lingshan stopped immediately. She looked at the interrupting Shen Anyu, tilting her head to the side like a confused puppy. Her expression was quite adorable, completely innocent and devoid of any irony.
"The bedtime story you prepared... is it a fairy tale? Like... for kindergarteners?"
Shen Anyu was dumbfounded. He tried to suppress his laughter as he looked at Ruan Lingshan, who was holding a literal children's storybook she had hidden behind her back.
"Master... don't you like it?"
Ruan Lingshan looked at Shen Anyu's reaction. Her smile faltered, panic rising in her chest. She immediately closed the book, hugging it to her chest defensively. Her clear, beautiful eyes, like a small deer in the forest, looked timidly at Shen Anyu, feeling a little uneasy and embarrassed.
"I... I thought it was very interesting. It has a happy ending."
When she was little, in the remote countryside, it was not easy to hear these fairy tales. Books were scarce luxuries, and the TV signal was bad. After coming to the Demon City and having access to Shen Anyu's library, she discovered she liked all kinds of fairy tales the most: Little Red Riding Hood, Big Bad Wolf, Snow White...
She thought her Master, who dealt with so many complicated things, would like to hear something pure and happy before sleep.
Does Master not like them? Did she fail?
Looking at the timid, adorable, and pure little maid, Shen Anyu's eyes flashed with a faint, predatory light. The contrast between her innocent mind and her seductive attire was driving him mad.
He stood up slowly, stalking towards her like a wolf closing in on a lamb.
"Lingshan... fairy tales are nice. But they are for children."
He took the book from her hands and tossed it onto the sofa without looking.
"I prefer Greek mythology," he whispered, leaning close to her ear. His warm breath sent shivers down her spine. "Specifically... the stories about Zeus and his conquests. Do you know those?"
Ruan Lingshan shook her head, her breath hitching. "N-no, Master."
"Then let me teach you," Shen Anyu murmured. "It's an interactive lesson."
He reached out and pulled her into his arms. The contact was electric.
"Ah!"
Ruan Lingshan gasped as her body collided with his. She could feel the heat radiating from him, the solid muscle beneath his shirt.
Shen Anyu didn't hesitate. His hand slid down her back, tracing the zipper of the maid outfit, sending waves of sensation through her. He lifted her effortlessly, carrying her towards the massive king-sized bed.
"Master... the story..." she whispered weakly, her arms instinctively wrapping around his neck.
"We are writing it now," he replied.
He laid her down on the silk sheets. The contrast of her black dress against the white bedding was striking. Her white-stockinged legs kicked slightly in nervousness before settling.
Shen Anyu hovered over her, his gaze intense. He reached down and traced the line of her thigh, just above the stocking line—the sacred "absolute territory." His fingers brushed against the soft, tender skin, causing her to tremble violently.
"Master..." Her voice was a whimper, a mix of fear and overwhelming anticipation.
"Good girl. Relax."
He leaned down and captured her lips. It wasn't a gentle kiss like in the fairy tales. It was demanding, possessive, and hungry. He tasted her sweetness, devouring her innocence.
Ruan Lingshan's mind went blank. The heat was searing. She felt his hands roaming, claiming, teaching her things no book could ever describe. Her heart pounded against her ribs like a trapped bird, but she didn't want to escape. She wanted to be caught.
The room filled with the sounds of ragged breathing, the rustle of silk, and soft, stifled cries of pleasure.
The "Greek Mythology" lesson was long and thorough. Shen Anyu taught her about Eros, about passion, about the surrender of a mortal to a god. He explored every curve, every sensitive point, turning the pure little maid into a flushed, panting mess of desire.
Every touch was a brand of ownership. Every kiss was a seal.
The night passed in a blur of sensation, the fairy tale book forgotten on the floor as a new, far more intense story was written in sweat and passion.
...
The sun eventually broke through the darkness, illuminating the disheveled room. The air was heavy with the scent of musk and perfume.
Shen Anyu woke up feeling refreshed, his energy completely restored and then some.
[Ding! Detected Destined Heroine Ruan Lingshan's favorability +1!]
[Ding! Detected Destined Heroine Ruan Lingshan's total favorability has reached 100 (Devoted/Slave)! Plundering +300,000 Destiny Points!]
[Ding! Detected Destined Heroine Ruan Lingshan's total favorability 100. Total cost incurred: 17,000,000 Yuan.]
[Cashback Triggered! 100x Multiplier!]
[Cashback Amount: 1,700,000,000 Yuan (1.7 Billion)!]
...
Shen Anyu checked the notifications floating in his vision.
"Direct cashback of one point seven billion... if this continues, I really won't be interested in money anymore. It's just numbers on a screen."
Shen Anyu shook his head with a relaxed expression. He didn't expect Ruan Lingshan's favorability to directly reach the absolute max value so quickly. It seems the "Greek Mythology" lesson was very effective. She had given him everything—body, heart, and soul.
Otherwise, if he had spent a little more money on her—maybe bought her a villa or a company first—the cashback would have been even greater. Tens of billions!
But greed had limits. He only glanced at the 1.7 billion cashback notification and didn't pay too much attention to it. Money was just a trifle now. He had the infinite money glitch.
"While the luck is good... let's draw a lottery! Celebrate the max favorability!"
Shen Anyu sat up, the sheet falling to his waist. He looked at the sleeping form of Ruan Lingshan beside him, her face peaceful and satisfied, and smiled.
"System! One thousand consecutive draws! Activate!"
[Ding! Consuming 1,000,000 Destiny Points...]
In an instant, the virtual space in his mind exploded with light. A thousand rays bloomed before Shen Anyu's inner eye.
Most were white (trash items), a small portion purple (rare skills), a dozen brilliant golden ones (legendary items), and...
Two profound, colorful rainbow lights!
"Two colorful rainbow lights?!"
Shen Anyu, who was lazily lying on the bed, immediately became excited and invigorated. He sat up straighter, ignoring his nakedness.
This represented two [God-Level Rewards]!
God-level rewards were all game-changers. They were items that defied the laws of physics and reality.
For example, [God-Level Steel Body], which made him physically invincible. Previously, the assassin bodyguard Child of Destiny Wei Yun, even when he tried his best and used the divine weapon Yu Chang Sword, couldn't even scratch Shen Anyu's skin.
For example, the [Divine Resurrection Stone], which could allow Shen Anyu to revive once, truly defying the heavens!
"I didn't expect there to be a double yolk egg! A huge profit! My little maid is truly my lucky star, I'm on a roll!"
"What good things are they?"
Shen Anyu's face showed anticipation as he quickly scrolled through the draw records.
Golden rewards like the [Fixed Light Joy Contract] (another one!), [Vitality Pill], [Yangqi Pill], etc., all made Shen Anyu quite satisfied. But they were just appetizers compared to the main course.
What he anticipated even more was, what exactly were the two God-level rewards?
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for obtaining God-level Reward: Divine Medical Skill!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for obtaining God-level Reward: Divine Poison Skill!]
Whoosh!
In an instant, a massive influx of information flooded into Shen Anyu's mind. It was not just knowledge; it was experience, instinct, and muscle memory.
It felt like a supernova exploding in his brain. His forehead swelled with pressure, veins pulsing as his neurons rewired themselves.
He saw millions of herbs, minerals, and beasts. He understood their properties, their interactions, their essence.
He saw the human body as a transparent map of meridians, acupoints, and energy flows. He saw how to mend bone with a touch, how to restart a heart with a needle, how to cure diseases that modern medicine deemed incurable.
Simultaneously, he saw the dark side.
He saw poisons that could dissolve a body into puddle of water in seconds. Toxins that targeted the soul. Powders that could sever the connection between a cultivator and the heavens.
All sorts of acupuncture techniques, ancient prescriptions, the flow of Meridians, the structure of internal organs... in a moment, he had a deep grasp of it all!
He had instantly surpassed Xia Liu's lifetime of learning. He was now the God of Life and Death.
"Divine Poison Skill! Divine Medical Skill!"
Shen Anyu opened his eyes. They seemed deeper, filled with a terrifying wisdom. A faint green and purple light flickered in his pupils before fading.
"If I want someone to die... they cannot live! No doctor, no god can save them!"
"If I want to save someone... even if one foot is in the gates of hell, I can snatch them back from King Yama himself!"
Shen Anyu's lips curved into a joyful arc.
With this [Divine Medical Skill] and [Divine Poison Skill], their utility was immense. It could be said that he had a greater grasp in dealing with those Sons of Destiny and conquering those Destined Heroines.
He could cure Su Hongmian's mother. He could optimize the bodies of his harem for cultivation. He could identify any threat instantly.
And for some enemies who were difficult to deal with openly... the [Divine Poison Skill] was like the King of Hell claiming a life! Invisible, inevitable, and untraceable.
"System, display data panel."
…
[Host Profile]
[Name]: Shen Anyu
[Age]: 25
[Cultivation]: Grandmaster (Peak)
[Divine & God-Level Abilities]:
[>] God-Level Steel Body (Invulnerability)
[>] Void Breaking Divine Eye (Truth Seeker)
[>] God-Level Telekinesis (Mind over Matter)
[>] Divine Medical Skill (NEW - Mastery over Life)
[>] Divine Poison Skill (NEW - Mastery over Death)
[Extraordinary Skills]:
Perception, Lightning Ability, Wind Ability, Veteran Driver, Gunmanship, Culinary Skill, Hacking, Music, Bartending, Ventriloquism, Speech, Yoga...
[Key Items - Divine Tier]:
God-Tier Storage Ring, Divine Resurrection Stone, Divine Soul Ring, Fixed Light Joy Contract (x2), Son of Destiny Identifier, Destined Child Positioning Card (NEW).
[Key Items - Equipment]:
Golden Infinite Bullet Gatling, Invisibility Cloak, Qinghong Sword, Yitian Sword, Heart of the Sky Ring, Supreme Human-Demon Guard.
[Inventory - Consumables & Forces]:
Dingyan Pill (x3), Peiyuan Pill (x10), Yangqi Pill (x15), Vitality Pill (x8), Nanometer Monitoring Robots (x81).
Grandmaster Guards (x12), Innate Guards (x89).
[Destiny Value]: 384,024
[Title]: Destined Villain
[Active Functions]: [System Mall], [Cashback (100x)]
…
"Eh? Destined Child Positioning Card?"
Shen Anyu was quite surprised as he scrolled through the inventory list. He hadn't expected there to be a golden reward, the [Destined Child Positioning Card], buried at the end of the list!
He tapped on the item to read the description.
[Destined Child Positioning Card (Gold):]
[Effect: Can locate a Destined Heroine within a 500km radius who has not yet encountered the Host. It guides the Host to the location of the next major plot point.]
As the name suggested, it had a similar function to the [Child of Destiny Positioning Card] that he used to find Xia Liu earlier.
But this one... could directly locate a Destined Heroine.
"Finding a Destined Heroine means I'll have a way to find a Child of Destiny, following the clues. Where there is honey, there is a bear."
"I'm very satisfied with this reward."
Shen Anyu showed a smile. From the detailed description, he knew that he didn't need to worry about locating familiar Destined Heroines like Qin Ningbing or Ruan Lingshan.
This card was for finding unfamiliar Destined Heroines that Shen Anyu didn't know about yet. It was the key to opening new maps and new plotlines.
As long as he found one Destined Heroine, finding the corresponding Child of Destiny wouldn't be difficult. They were magnetically linked by fate.
Shen Anyu was just worrying that after killing Xia Liu, he had no other active leads on Sons of Destiny besides Han Qi (who was currently subdued and working for him).
Now, he had a clue. A new target.
"System! Use the [Destined Child Positioning Card]!"
[Ding! Destined Child Positioning Card activated!]
[Scanning destiny threads in Modu City...]
[Filtering existing contacts...]
[Ding! One unknown Destined Heroine has been located.]
[Do you wish to display detailed information?]
"Display!" Shen Anyu commanded, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.
The holographic screen flickered, resolving into an image...
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