It Turns Out, They Are the Protagonists-Chapter 330: “Yandere” Ruoxi Speaks!

However, it was only a temporary influence.

Of course, even so, it was more than enough to make Mu Zhi’an nervous…

He quickly sensed the change in her Spiritual Energy with his pseudo-Innate Spiritual Body.

Looking down at her, he relaxed slightly.

It wasn’t Gong Lianyue’s Spiritual Energy, but Ruoxi’s… although it was mixed with a trace of Gong Lianyue’s.

It seemed that being close to the Nascent Soul Realm had made her, the ‘scabbard’, more susceptible to the ‘sword’s’ influence.

Mu Zhi’an calmed himself down, his expression remaining calm, unlike the panic Bai Ruoxi had expected. He simply sighed softly.

“Why are you sighing, Mu Lang?” she asked, puzzled.

Her usual gentle demeanor was now tinged with a seductive allure, a strand of hair framing her delicate face, giving her a languid air. Her eyes sparkled, and her lips were pursed slightly, clearly annoyed by the Jade Empress’s earlier actions.

However, what truly captivated Mu Zhi’an was her black and white dress, the fabric clinging to her fair skin, her beauty breathtaking.

He looked at her and sighed again. “Ruoxi, you can scold me or punish me, but the Jade Empress has helped me in the past, and not just by saving my life.”

“If I had openly rejected her today, what do you think she would have done?”

Besides, no one could refuse the Jade Empress’s confession in that situation.

“You and the Jade Empress are Dao Companions. Then what am I?” Bai Ruoxi asked, her eyes filled with tears, her expression vulnerable.

However, a silver light flickered in her sleeve.

The Heart-Binding Lock!

Its gentle clinking echoed through the silent room, but Mu Zhi’an ignored it. He leaned down and, under Bai Ruoxi’s surprised gaze, gently kissed her cheek.

She was wearing light makeup. Even without it, she was already a great beauty, but the makeup enhanced her allure, making her even more captivating.

He felt the cold metal of the Heart-Binding Lock against his wrists, but he ignored it, his kisses trailing down her cheek to her soft lips.

After savoring her lips, which were slightly stained with lipstick, Mu Zhi’an pulled away and looked down at her, his voice tender. “What do you think our relationship is?”

His sudden question stunned Bai Ruoxi, snapping her out of her dark thoughts. She stared at him, her eyes hazy with confusion.

Mu Zhi’an sighed softly. “I care about both you and the Jade Empress. I can’t choose.”

“If you must make me choose, I’d rather be punished by you than betray your feelings.”

“Aren’t you angry, Mu Lang?” Bai Ruoxi asked, looking down at the Heart-Binding Lock now binding his wrists.

She had expected him to be shocked or even angry, perhaps even trying to appease her with sweet words, but his reaction was completely different.

Mu Zhi’an shook his head gently, his voice soft. “If this makes you happy, I’m willing to do anything.”

His sincerity and his tender gaze softened Bai Ruoxi’s heart.

Her earlier anger and resentment seemed to melt away.

He gently pushed her towards the bed and, glancing at the Heart-Binding Lock, said softly, “Remove it, Ruoxi.”

However, Bai Ruoxi shook her head. “No~”

She tugged at the chain, pulling his face closer to hers, then pressed her body against his, letting him feel the warmth of her embrace.

Ruoxi’s reaction is different from what I expected. Shouldn’t she be… more passionate…?

Of course, Mu Zhi’an didn’t mind. After all, his purpose for coming here tonight was to transfer the Heavenly Court’s Spiritual Energy to her Vessel, and for that, he needed to… exert himself.

Bai Ruoxi placed a hand on the back of his head, her gaze soft and gentle as she looked at him. “When did you and the Jade Empress become Dao Companions, Mu Lang?” she asked softly.

“It’s a long night. Let’s not talk about that, Ruoxi.”

“I’d rather spend this night with you,” Mu Zhi’an said, trying to appease her.

Bai Ruoxi frowned slightly, clearly displeased.

However, as she was about to speak, she suddenly gasped, covering her mouth with her hand, her eyes downcast.

Her annoyance gradually faded, replaced by a growing excitement, and she narrowed her eyes, her hand gently stroking the back of his head, as if smoothing his hair.

…

Late at night.

The Heavenly Dao Energy, radiating a milky white light, hovered above them, providing them with ample Spiritual Energy.

Mu Zhi’an’s devotion had soothed Bai Ruoxi, and she had returned to her usual gentle self, her earlier darkness dispelled.

“This isn’t good. Ruoxi is already like this before even reaching the Nascent Soul Realm. If she truly reaches that level, and Gong Lianyue’s consciousness awakens, and she finds out about the Jade Empress… she’ll probably eat me alive…”

Mu Zhi’an rubbed his back, sitting on the edge of the bed, looking at Bai Ruoxi, who was dressed in a thin white robe, her alluring figure barely concealed by the loose fabric. He sighed inwardly.

I need to increase my strength quickly. I don’t need to be able to suppress Dao Integration experts, but I need to be able to protect myself, not just for my own sake, but also to suppress Ye Yu’s luck in the Ascension Ceremony.

He looked at his luck stat, formulating a plan.

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Based on his assessment, Ye Yu’s luck had already weakened considerably. The only obstacles now were the Ye family ancestor and the old man within his body.

But Ye Qingxin has a good impression of me, although she’s still a bit wary… I was so careful tonight. I acted like a perfect gentleman…

He couldn’t understand Ye Qingxin’s behavior.

Logically, her good impression of him should have increased significantly, but she still seemed suspicious.

However, it didn’t matter. He had already established a connection with her through the Heavenly Court matter. As long as she stayed in the sect, he would have plenty of opportunities to interact with her…

Mu Zhi’an shook his head, dispelling his thoughts.

He left the room, went to his study, took out a paper crane, and wrote a letter to Lan Mulian, explaining tonight’s events.

This explanation might not appease her, but it would at least show his sincerity.

They saw it themselves. I didn’t initiate anything. It was Yao Meng… He folded the crane and tossed it out the window.

Then, he returned to Bai Ruoxi’s room, closed the door, and took out a jade-white pill from his storage ring.

Its potent medicinal fragrance and faint white glow even overshadowed the Heavenly Dao Energy hovering in the air, its gentle light calming and soothing.

It was the ninth-grade Ascension Pill!

“Ye Qingxin is truly wealthy. This pill is probably one of a kind in the Nine Realms. She’s truly devoted to her clan…” Mu Zhi’an sighed inwardly.

Then, he swallowed the pill.

His Innate Celestial Furnace stirred restlessly, but he had anticipated this and quickly consumed three sixth-grade pills, channeling their energy into his Furnace.

Just make do with these, don’t try to absorb my Ascension Pill. My future happiness depends on it…

The restless Furnace gradually calmed down.

Three sixth-grade pills actually worked…?

Even Mu Zhi’an was surprised. He had been prepared to give up the Ascension Pill and transfer it to one of the other girls, but his Innate Celestial Furnace had actually quieted down.

As his Spiritual Sense scanned his Furnace, he saw the Primordial Witch’s consciousness, a silver-haired beauty, curled up and sleeping peacefully.

After absorbing the Heavenly Court’s Spiritual Energy, she had fallen into a deep slumber, seemingly using the energy to heal her damaged consciousness.

However, with the Primordial Witch inside, his Innate Celestial Furnace seemed much more… docile, less greedy than before.

Mu Zhi’an dismissed these thoughts and focused on refining the Ascension Pill.

Gradually, the previously incomprehensible Heavenly Phoenix Manual began to reveal its secrets…

He felt as if he were immersed in a sea of lava.

And from its depths, a phoenix, wreathed in black flames, soared into the sky, its cry echoing through the air.

The sky seemed to be ablaze with black flames, Spiritual Energy filling the space.

Then, a hazy understanding, a feeling of enlightenment, washed over him.

Mu Zhi’an raised his finger, and a black flame flickered on its tip.

His consciousness returned to reality, and he slowly opened his eyes, trying to circulate the Heavenly Phoenix Manual’s energy.

A strange black rune flickered behind him.

And his Spiritual Energy, which had been depleted by Bai Ruoxi, was instantly replenished.

“This is good stuff…” Mu Zhi’an murmured, looking at his hands in amazement.

With the Heavenly Phoenix Manual, he essentially had two lives… Even if his Spiritual Energy was depleted, he wouldn’t die. And as he mastered the technique, the number of ‘rebirths’ he could undergo would increase.

Bai Ruoxi, sensing the surge of Spiritual Energy from him, opened her eyes and asked in surprise, “Your Spiritual Energy has recovered so quickly, Mu Lang…?”

He had been so weak earlier…

Mu Zhi’an looked at Bai Ruoxi, her delicate and vulnerable appearance, and remembered how she had ‘bullied’ him earlier. A mischievous glint appeared in his eyes. He would have his revenge for being tied up with the Heart-Binding Lock.

“My Spiritual Energy recovered just by thinking about… serving you later, Ruoxi,” he teased, his voice gentle as he wrapped an arm around her waist, pulling her closer.

Bai Ruoxi’s body trembled slightly, her eyes downcast, her heart filled with affection.

Although she knew she should punish him, his touch always made her heart race.

Mu Zhi’an gently pushed her onto the bed and pulled the blanket over them.

He could even ‘suppress’ the Jade Empress. The Sword Palace Master… was no match for him!

…

Southern Bank.

Within a grand hall, filled with the scent of ancient ink and paper.

“The Jade Empress’s declaration today was truly shocking. If I didn’t know you so well, I wouldn’t have believed it,” Luo Tan said, leaning back in her chair, her long legs clad in black stockings, visible between the hem of her white dress and her knee-high boots.

She looked up at the fairy before her.

The Nine Realms were vast, and Luo Tan, the Pill Emperor of Yu State, had never interacted with the Jade Empress before. She hadn’t expected her visit tonight.

Yao Meng smiled faintly. “As I said earlier, matters of the heart aren’t always a choice. I was once devoted solely to cultivation, neglecting my emotions. Finding someone I care about… is a blessing.”

“A blessing for that young Core Formation cultivator, you mean? He’ll be the envy of countless cultivators in the Nine Realms now,” Luo Tan chuckled, her tone playful.

It wasn’t an exaggeration. The Jade Empress, even without her Innate Dao Body, was the dream lover of countless cultivators. However, she was too distant, like a fairy from the moon palace, unattainable, so they only worshipped her from afar.

But her declaration today would break many hearts… Mu Zhi’an’s name would soon be known throughout the Nine Realms.

Of course, it didn’t matter to her. In fact, ever since achieving Dao Integration, the world had become rather boring. A bit of drama was always welcome.

She paused, then continued, “Why have you come to visit me tonight, Fairy Yao Meng?”

“It can’t be just for idle chatter, right?”

Yao Meng smiled sweetly. “I want to make a deal with you. I’m offering a Heavenly Phoenix Fruit.”

Luo Tan’s eyes narrowed. “What kind of deal?”

The Heavenly Phoenix Fruit was an incredibly rare and valuable ingredient for alchemists. The Jade Pool rarely traded it. Naturally, her offer intrigued Luo Tan.

“After the Ascension Ceremony, you’ll be holding an alchemy competition, right? I want you to refine a Dao Heart Pill before then,” Yao Meng said.

“Alright.”

Luo Tan agreed without hesitation, then asked, her brow furrowed slightly, “What do you need it for?”

The Dao Heart Pill was an eighth-grade pill used to expand a cultivator’s Vessel, but its refinement difficulty was comparable to a ninth-grade pill.

Although expanding one’s Vessel sounded good, it only worked for certain types of Vessels. It was useless for most cultivators.

What is she planning?

Luo Tan’s eyes narrowed as she looked at the Jade Empress meaningfully.

The Dao Heart Pill was only useful for special constitutions like the Innate Celestial Furnace. It was useless for most others.

However, Yao Meng simply smiled mysteriously. “I have my uses for it.”

The Primordial Witch was currently occupying the Innate Celestial Furnace, and she couldn’t do anything about it.

But what if the Innate Celestial Furnace evolved?