106. Open Relationship?
Three brilliant pillars of light emerged from San Cha’s three peaks. These pillars of lights were yellow, blue, and red. It attracted everyone’s attention as these pillars moved beyond the clouds, somehow touching the very heaven! Unlike before, the Righteous Path Gu Masters revealed eager expressions as they gathered near the peak, arranging and sorting themselves based on their cultivation levels as the nearest to the peak were experts of Rank 4 Upper Stage cultivation. Closest to the peak stood a proud figure with his arms crossed as his flaming-red hair swayed under cold gusts of wind.
The early morning fog condensed near the peak, creating a dense layer of cloud-like plain on the mountain’s surface. However, the cold and fog seemed to avoid the proud figure as the man stood in a vast clearing untouched by any blemishes.
Nobody dared charge into the entrances as they recognized the figure blocking their paths. The Demonic Gu Masters revealed ugly expressions. After all, they had been waiting for some time…
However, what happened to others?!
Yi Chong’s and Wu Shen Tong’s deaths were public information known by the masses. It brought a wave of hedonistic glee in the demonic faction as they openly exploited the Righteous faction for several benefits. Only a few experts from the Super Clans maintained their integrities. They gained a lot of benefits under the Kong-Long Alliance!
But what happened?
Kong Ri Tian had already arrived, expecting to partner with Long Qing Tian to deal with Yi Huo. However, the latter hadn’t arrived yet!
A wave of ominous emotion filled the spectator’s hearts as Kong Ri Tian’s expression stiffened. Rage and doubt filled the Pink Gentleman’s mind. There were others like him, forming morbid conclusions. There would only be a few reasons for Long Qing Tian’s absence. The most popular speculation was he suffered a backlash during the refinement process. Other conclusions included Long Qing Tian being afraid of Yi Huo’s might or sneaking around to make Kong Ri Tian suffer a loss.
But many rejected the last two doubts the second they thought of it. While reasonable to an extent, Long Qing Tian was still a demonic overlord with a fierce reputation. He wouldn’t back down without a fight.
Meanwhile, why would Long Qing Tian force Kong Ri Tian to suffer a loss? It wouldn’t be unusual if others recalled their temporary alliance. Joining hands with Kong Ri Tian was in Long Qing Tian’s favor!
So, it led to another speculation…
Long Qing Tian couldn’t make it to the peak for some reason…
With Wu Shen Tong dying to Lo Jik’s schemes, impaled by his Kunlun Bull, and Yi Chong encountering a terrible death against a Beast Tide, Long Qing Tian’s death would signify the loss of three established experts under a Rank 5 Gu Master in less than three months!
The thought chilled others’ hearts, as even Yi Huo’s smile momentarily dampened once he realized that could be the case.
“What happened?” Yi Huo instantly shouted, mobilizing significant momentum as sparks crackled around him. “Are you not going to demand 50000 Primeval Stones as an entrance fee, Kong Ri Tian?!”
Kong Ri Tian gritted his teeth. Feeling the pressure solidify around him, he couldn’t help but wave his hand.
“As you wish!” Kong Ri Tian roared as his body exploded into a tide of golden butterflies that flew in Yi Huo’s direction.
“Hehe,” the latter laughed. “Come!”
Yi Huo had merely planned to push the Kong-Long alliance back. However, his plan changed once Kong Ri Tian was alone. Yi Huo had already activated his Investigation Gu and found no Gu Master hiding near the peak. So, he planned to kill Kong Ri Tian right here!
Yi Huo slapped his chest, summoning a pillar of flame and bathing in its glory like a Fire God. The aura of Rank 5 Gu Worm had everyone’s expression changing.
However, before everyone could contemplate the situation, their mouths gaped as they watched Kong Ri Tian expertly cutting an arc midway through his charge, instantly escaping through an unoccupied route!
Kong Ri Tian escaped!
‘What?!’
“Stop him!”
Three figures charged out as Yi Huo frowned. He watched the three Tie Elders chase Kong Ri Tian with furious shouts. But Yi Huo didn’t intervene. He knew about Long Qing Tian poisoning one of the elders to death. Naturally, be it for their reputation or righteous fury, the Tie Clan elder wanted to chase and kill Kong Ri Tian and Long Qing Tian. Instead, he set his sharp gaze on everyone else.
“Three Kings rose to prominence and served justice against the Wu Clan’s demonic acts. No matter how history remembers them, the Three Kings were righteous figures! How can demonic criminals enjoy their fruits of labor? No demonic figure shall enter the Three Kings’ Inheritance as long as I exist!”
“What?!”
“This Yi Huo…”
“Fucking bastard!”
Everyone began hurling insults and revealed disgusted expressions. The same thing happened with the Righteous Faction a few weeks ago. So, one half praised Yi Huo, and the other cursed vehemently.
“Hmph!” Yi Huo snorted with an unpleasant expression as the flaming pillar rose to its peak height before dispersing into countless fireballs that struck the loudest region within the demonic side.
Screams and shocked shrieks echoed as Yi Huo’s attack led to a destructive wave of flame changing the very surroundings! The low-ranked Gu Masters encountered disastrous losses. Meanwhile, Rank 4 and Rank 3 Peak Stage Cultivation experts looked shaken. Of course, Lo Jik couldn’t help but think otherwise.
Yi Huo’s Rank 5 Prairie Fire Gu was an incredibly precious worm that a Rank 4 Gu Master could utilize. However, its might was several times weaker due to Rank 4 Essence's inability to reveal the Rank 5 Gu Worm’s true worth. A Rank 5 Gu Master using Peak Stage essence would have melted San Cha’s Peak using the Rank 5 Prairie Gu!
Having made his point, Yi Huo snorted.
“Don’t make me repeat myself! Only righteous figures can enjoy the Three Kings’ efforts. Of course, the Righteous Path is benevolent and accepts those possessing the Heart of Repentance!”
Everyone’s expressions changed. Yi Huo schemed openly, using righteous reasons to create an opportunity to recruit experts from the Demonic Faction.
He didn’t expect to recruit insidious and demented figures who committed heinous crimes. However, the Demonic Faction also included lone figures. Yi Huo suddenly gazed in Lo Jik’s and Bai Ning Bing’s direction before glancing away and smiling at other Righteous figures.
“Everyone endured a lot these days. Be sure to tell me who dared enter the Three Kings’ Inheritance. We shall curb the Demonic Faction and regain the Righteous Path’s glory!”
Others cheered as Yi Huo entered King Bao’s inheritance.
Instantly, several elders appointed a few scouting Gu Masters to note whichever Demonic Gu Master entered the inheritance.
Still, a few daring individuals had enough confidence in their escaping ability.
Unlike the Kong-Long Alliance, who guarded the entrance and accepted a fee of 50000 Primeval Stones, Yi Huo was eager to explore King Bao’s inheritance. He never expected to curb the Demonic Faction! All Yi Huo wanted was to spread his name and influence, slowly dealing with the Demonic experts before chasing the Demonic Faction away.
So, several figures like Century Boy and others entered the inheritance.
Before leaving the region, Li Xian stamped his feet and cursed Yi Huo’s nine generations.
Meanwhile, Hu Mei Er resisted entering King Bao’s inheritance. She looked around, realizing Lo Jik and Bai Ning Bing had left the area some time ago. Frowning, she left her spot, too.
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Lo Jik wished to wholeheartedly assist Bai Ning Bing in becoming a Rank 5 Zombie if the latter was ordinary. However, Lo Jik understood the possessor of the Northern Dark Ice Soul Physique. Bai Ning Bing was proud and would question Lo Jik’s motives the second his support became heavy-handed. Lo Jik’s life would be in danger if Bai Ning Bing misunderstood his kindness for weakness to the latter’s charm. Similarly, the Unchained Vagabond knew such worries would disappear once he slept with Ning Bing.
A successful completion would bind the duo more than ordinary couples.
But that wasn’t possible now. All Lo Jik could do was ‘create’ reasons to help Ning Bing. For instance, he delegated the task of killing the three Tie Elders in exchange for assisting Bai Ning Bing in gathering the materials necessary to refine the Rank 5 Frost Profond Zombie Gu. Of course, it didn’t include the price of refining the Gu or the amount spent on purchasing the Gu Worms the duo couldn’t loot from others.
That was the extent of support Lo Jik could offer without arousing Ning Bing’s suspicion while maintaining loose camaraderie based on everything they had experienced since leaving Qing Mao Mountain.
Instead, Lo Jik spent more effort on Hu Mei Er.
Why?
—Because she was related to an Immortal!
Lo Jik was well aware of the difficulties in one’s ascension. The best way to increase one’s chances was to employ an immortal’s assistance. Of course, Lo Jik also planned to travel to the Central Continent. However, that didn’t mean he couldn’t develop his connections.
So, his smirk widened once he realized a familiar individual was following him.
He momentarily paused before looking around. As if struggling to locate someone, Lo Jik spent some time staring at the nearby bushes before sighing in relief.
“What are you doing, Mei Er?”
Lo Jik wasn’t surprised when Hu Mei Er’s figure seemed to ripple into existence as she stood beside a nearby tree. She narrowed her eyes, observing Lo Jik with an impressed expression.
“I didn’t expect your investigation methods to be so good.”
Lo Jik remained quiet, pinning the pinkette with a questioning and wary gaze.
As if insulted, she pouted and crossed her arms. Her ripe and perky chest alleviated against her robe’s collars, enhancing her cleavage by a notch as Lo Jik ‘couldn’t help’ but momentarily glance down, slightly mesmerized by her blushing red skin and the recollection of her soft chest wrapped around his Little Giant.
“Why do you act so cold during the day? Hmph! So what if I followed you?” She displayed a demonic expert’s unreasonable disposition. “You underestimate a woman’s keen sense. Of course, I want to enjoy the benefits you wish to seek.”
Lo Jik exhaled before he shook his head.
“When was I ever cold?”
Hu Mei Er’s eyes widened at his shameless reply. She snorted, “You keep spouting bullshit about passion. But have you publicly acknowledged our relationship?”
“I thought we didn’t have one,” Lo Jik smirked teasingly. “Remember? You threatened to turn me into an Eunuch a few days ago.”
Hu Mei Er sighed. “I wouldn’t have done that. Sigh, you are too passive, Little Giant King. We do have a relationship. I expressly stated my desire to train you! Whatever. We should discuss your plan while we’re here.”
“What plan?”
Her gaze glimmered.
“You tell me.”
She momentarily hesitated before approaching Lo Jik as she stood a few centimeters away.
“Aren’t you a responsible man? Since you impacted my profits and business by ruining my connections, you should be the one to help me earn my living.”
Hu Mei Er resisted the urge to coo as she reignited the obsessive glint in the famous Little Giant King, who barely hid it before adopting a ponderous expression.
“Fine. Follow me. We’ll discuss things as we move.”
Hu Mei Er’s smile widened as she nodded.
Their figures moved through the forest while Hu Mei Er couldn’t conceal her shock after realizing Lo Jik’s plan. They moved through the obstructions to enter San Cha’s valley—Long Qing Tian’s residence.
Lo Jik’s idea of invading Long Qing Tian’s territory was risky since Hu Mei Er didn’t know if he could deal with the Rank 5 Jade Sky Gu. How would she know Lo Jik had already killed the man and devoured his Rank 5 Jade Sky Gu using the Particle Viewing Gu to synthesize its recipe eventually?
Much to the duo’s shock, they weren’t alone!
Hu Mei Er acted swiftly. She hugged Lo Jik’s arm and boldly dragged him forward when she felt his body stiffen. The Pink Seductress realized she wouldn’t get a better chance to force Lo Jik to her side than right now. After all, a small crowd of Gu Masters impatiently gathered around a conspicuous cave within the Valley’s depths.
“Is that…”
“Hey, look there.”
“*Gasp* The rumors were true!”
“Hmph, Little Giant King has little self-control.”
Hu Mei Er smiled at everyone as Lo Jik revealed a cold and stoic expression. He stopped struggling against her hold and allowed her to lean in as he observed his surroundings.
On cue, another figure walked out from the cave.
Hu Mei Er’s expression stiffened when she gazed at Li Xian.
An awkward silence blanketed their surroundings. A few demonic experts held their tongues instead of stoking flames since Lo Jik had once claimed to deal with everyone in Hu Mei Er’s contacts. Li Xian was one of the biggest names on the list!
Several Gu Masters knew about Li Xian and Hu Mei Er. They also knew Lo Jik visited Li Xian for trading purposes. Everyone was smart. Others soon realized Little Giant King didn’t intend to ruin his relationship with a wealthy merchant like Li Xian. Meanwhile, Li Xian also revealed his stance by avoiding Hu Mei Er and swallowing her network. Finally, Hu Mei Er didn’t intend to seek trouble with Li Xian before firming her ‘control’ over Lo Jik lest her efforts go to waste.
Of course, Lo Jik was the mastermind behind this setup.
“Oh, Li Xian…” Lo Jik narrowed his eyes as the latter adopted a polite smirk.
“Ah, Little Giant King… and Sister Hu.”
“Hmm…” Hu Mei Er nodded without revealing a strange expression.
“Where is Long Qing Tian?” Lo Jik scoffed and questioned as others slowly stepped back.
“He’s not inside,” Li Xian sighed. “You may search his residence. I shall leave—”
“Hmph,” Lo Jik pulled himself away from Hu Mei Er. “Leave?” He sneered. “And how do I believe you didn’t earn something from Long Qing Tian’s residence? You might know where he is or where his corpse is buried. You might be the one behind Long Qing Tian’s disappearance. After all, you arrived quite early.”
Li Xian’s expression changed.
“Don’t speak nonsense, Little Giant King,” Li Xian sharply retorted. He spoke with slight frustration. “Don’t think anyone fears you. Hmph! You want me to stay? What qualifications do you have?”
Lo Jik chuckled coldly.
“Qualifications?”
His body rapidly ballooned up before he rushed ahead. Tiger roars and dragon cries accompanied his steps as he appeared near Li Xian within an instant.
“Blind fool!” Li Xian roared. He crossed his arms above his chest as a bronze dome defended against Lo Jik’s fist.
*Bang*
Li Xian’s body flew back as Lo Jik chased the man inside the small cave.
Everyone watched with keen interest before glancing in at a peculiar individual. Of course, Hu Mei Er felt aggrieved.
What was Li Xian doing here?!
The sudden clash might snap Lo Jik out of his daze. She worked so hard! Hu Mei Er appeared calm and collected, but she was indignant. Now, did she need to do everything again? Lo Jik was a tough nut to crack… swallow. Anyway, she would do anything required for her objectives.
‘Tch… well, it’s a good thing Lo Jik knows how to treat a lady compared to those buffoons who barely last a few moments before bragging as if they fucked Star Constellation to completion.’
The battle was short, and a massive explosion instantly destroyed the surroundings, including Long Qing Tian’s residence, as Li Xian’s figure shot out of the flames with a roar!
“We’ll battle again, Little Giant King! You don’t understand the immensity of heaven and earth. Hmph! Let’s see how you survive in San Cha Mountain by only relying on Hu Mei Er!”
Li Xian’s fat figure quickly escaped as a tall figure calmly walked out of the flames without a scratch on his body save for the archaic scars. His clothes burnt rapidly as Lo Jik tore away his robes, retrieving a fresh set from his Storage Gu and glancing at Hu Mei Er and snorting.
Just when Hu Mei Er believed her efforts had gone to waste, Lo Jik grabbed her by the waist before sauntering out of the valley without sneaking around.
“Lo Jik…” Hu Mei Er began with a wry smile when Lo Jik scoffed.
“Shove it.”
Hu Mei Er also erupted with her temper.
“Hmph. You are a Strength Path Gu Master. You could have stopped me.”
Lo Jik frowned, revealing utter coldness in his gaze.
“Stopped you? How would that happen? By peeling you away? You purposely made your grip tight enough that forcing anything would have injured your arm.”
Hu Mei Er’s heart thumped—not out of passion but shock. She never expected Lo Jik to be so astute. It meant he retained a significant portion of his wisdom despite her attempts. But his following words made Hu Mei Er purse her lips.
“I would never injure you like that… but I do have some ideas to seek justice.” His arm around her waist tightened as their gazes met.
Her gaze briefly swam as she felt bothered by a strange sensation suffocating her mind and heart.
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{Kinks Warning: Public; Exposure; Foreplay.}
“Hnngh~!”
Hu Mei Er felt like a puddle of quivering curves as she weakly rested against a tree, feeling Lo Jik’s thick fingers constantly teased her, forcing one orgasm after another to quench the floral life beneath their feet.
It was broad daylight, with more than half the San Cha’s population exploring the Inheritance site. The light pillars were already thin and would eventually stop, closing the entrance until reappearing a little over two months later.
Of course, Hu Mei Er wanted to explore the inheritance!
“L-Lo Jik~!” she sweetly gasped, her thickened saliva bridging her luscious lips as she shuddered. “T-the inheritance, dear!” She moaned, begging him to stop. But her body was always more honest as her thighs clamped together, pumping back onto Lo Jik’s fat cock.
One would misunderstand the situation from a distance as Lo Jik thrusting deep inside Hu Mei Er. And this time, there was a chance for it, too! He had been adamant about not putting up any defensive measures around them. Of course, Lo Jik had SOME methods to protect them. He was sure Hu Mei Er did, too. But they didn’t hide.
“What’s wrong?” Lo Jik towered behind Hu Mei Er, leaning forward and biting her earlobe as he thrust at a consistent pace, enjoying her supple thighs. “You wanted everything to be out in the open.” His hand looped around Hu Mei Er’s waist, attacking her treasured nubbin from the front.
Hu Mei Er didn’t lower her voice. Again, her body remained honest, agreeing with Lo Jik’s filthy assumptions. She was half-naked and in the open, having a man well above twice her size enjoying her body in a compromising manner, and a single slip could ruin her soul’s purity in exchange for waves of euphoria that Hu Mei Er had always imagined but never conceived. She tilted her head eagerly, gazing at Lo Jik with watery green eyes as they sealed each other’s lips.
“You can wait for that inheritance, right?” Lo Jik whispered, more than happy to ignore the inheritance, using their impromptu recreation as an excuse. He already had the Divulge Information Gu Worm’s recipe. Repeating the inheritance didn’t entice Lo Jik enough. He would instead digest his gains and create more chaos to serve his purpose.
Hu Mei Er moaned as she came on his cock again before feeling his cock thickening a bit more.
Grunting, Lo Jik shocked Mei Er as he suddenly pulled back and aligned his tip against her entrance. Shocked, Hu Mei Er almost mobilized her Human Fly Trap Gu when she heard his deep voice reassuring her. It felt more charismatic than usual as Hu Mei Er hesitated, struggling to restrain the waves of pleasure rocking her body.
To her surprise, Lo Jik merely stroked himself a few times before grunting and ejaculating against her entrance.
Each rope of cum felt like the crystalization of her efforts as she felt like crumbling. Sensing it, Lo Jik helped her down, kneeling alongside her with a proud smirk.
Annoyed, Hu Mei Er scoffed. “Wipe that smirk off your face, Little Giant King. You just cost us one round of inheritance!”
Indeed, the prominent pillars of light disappeared as Lo Jik shook his head.
“Fuck the Three Kings, Mei Er,” he gently brushed her hair. “It’s not like we share their vengeance and feeling urgent. Besides, I taught you that trick, right? You can breeze through King Xin’s inheritance at your pace.”
Hu Mei Er grew silent before comfortably hugging her man… ehm, recent prize.
However, nobody forgot the ruthless achievements behind that blissful smile.
It’s just… Hu Mei Er chose to enjoy what she liked a lot with a suitable partner.
“Should we get dressed?” Lo Jik whispered. “There are a few spectators.”
“Now you care?” She sneered without opening her eyes. Still, she waved her hand, creating an illusionary dome around them.
“Hey,” Lo Jik continued, “I hope… er… I hope you liked it…”
Hu Mei Er blinked and opened her eyes. She glanced up, still lying blissfully against his chest. He didn’t meet her gaze and revealed a slightly embarrassed look. So, why did she still witness the same obsession in his gaze? Though confused, Hu Mei Er smiled and closed her eyes. It was fine as long as her method worked.
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