Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge-Chapter 418 Lie Detection Stone (2)_1

Ye Ershao’s mouth twitched violently. Shangguan You is a monster! It was common knowledge that the Lie Detection Stone contained Spiritual Energy. This Spiritual Energy was precisely what allowed it to detect lies. Yet, Shangguan You had managed to forcibly absorb this Spiritual Energy, which wasn’t meant to be absorbed by the human body, compelling Ye Ershao to admire her yet again.

In truth, the Medicine King Canon that Shangguan You cultivated also couldn’t absorb the Spiritual Energy from the Lie Detection Stone. It was only because she possessed the four Spiritual Pearls, and the Lie Detection Stone happened to be compatible with the Earth-Wood Spirit Bead, that she was able to absorb its energy.

Zhuge Yue stared at the colorless Lie Detection Stone, the murderous intent in her eyes intensifying. Bai Muxue’s earlier glance towards Shangguan You, especially, had stoked her jealousy to the point of frenzy. If it weren’t for this crowd, I’d skewer her right now!

Since Shangguan You could pass, Ye Ershao naturally could as well.

The tests for those with Shangguan You proceeded without any issues. Even if they spouted utter nonsense, the stone wouldn’t detect it, and several people were exceptionally relieved.

Meanwhile, during tests in other areas, Shangguan You clearly saw Lie Detection Stones changing color. Those whose stones changed were immediately taken away for interrogation. Mudan, stunning in a bright red dress, cast flirtatious glances at Bai Muxue while placing her hand on a Lie Detection Stone, completing her test with a seductive flair.

The corner of Mudan’s mouth curled up as she offered Shangguan You an enigmatic smile.

"Youyou, come and get your Spiritual Medicine. I trust it will benefit your cultivation," Bai Muxue’s voice sounded beside her, his white sleeves fluttering, lending him an air of ineffable grace.

"Yes, thank you, Uncle Bai," Shangguan You replied with a sweet smile, a brilliant light shining in her profound eyes.

Bai Muxue’s lips twitched. Seeing her radiant smile, he was momentarily taken aback, then chuckled softly before handing two Spiritual Medicine pills to Shangguan You. Shangguan You pouted, accepted the pills, and promptly passed them to Ye Ershao—they were of no use to her.

"What? You look down on Spiritual Medicine?" Zhuge Yue’s cold voice suddenly interjected from Shangguan You’s side. "Do you have any idea how rare these are? If not for our Zhuge Family, do you think you could ever obtain Spiritual Medicine?" Seeing Bai Muxue smile at Shangguan You had caused the anger in Zhuge Yue’s heart to surge once more.

Shangguan You simply raised an eyebrow, ignoring Zhuge Yue. So what if they’re rare? To me, they’re not even as good as chicken ribs.

"You little vixen! How dare you treat me with such an attitude! Watch if I don’t slap you to death!" Zhuge Yue roared, swinging her hand for a slap.

A glint flashed in Shangguan You’s eyes. She retreated a few steps, dodging the blow, then raised her own hand and delivered several sharp slaps. SLAP! SLAP! SLAP! The crisp sounds were exceptionally jarring, and the once-bustling crowd fell instantly silent. They stared in disbelief as Shangguan You struck Zhuge Yue repeatedly.

The Zhuge Family was, after all, a major power here. With their backing, even those who were wronged by Zhuge Yue, or were stronger than her, had to endure it. To retaliate against Zhuge Yue was to offend the entire Zhuge Family.

Offending such prominent families meant one could not survive here.

Shangguan You paid no heed to the various stares, elegantly dusting off her hands before fixing a cold gaze on the Zhuge Yue before her.

"You dare hit me? Do you know who I am? Do you know I’m..." Zhuge Yue shrieked, clutching her stinging face as she lunged at Shangguan You.

"So what if I hit you?" Shangguan You retorted coldly, sidestepping the attack. "You can hit me, but I can’t hit you back? Who cares who you are or what your status is! If you dare to make a move, you must bear the consequences." With that, she delivered a fierce kick to Zhuge Yue’s stomach. I’ve put up with her for long enough; no need to hold back anymore!

Clutching her stomach, Zhuge Yue crumpled to the ground, her face contorted in pain. Cold sweat beaded on her forehead as she cried out in agony. She felt her blood churning violently within her, an intensely unbearable sensation.

"Junior Sister, are you alright?" Zhuge Peng exclaimed in alarm, rushing to help the kneeling Zhuge Yue. In the blink of an eye, the dynamics shifted, and a crowd now surrounded Shangguan You and Ye Ershao.

"How dare you strike our Junior Sister! Do you have any idea of the Zhuge Family’s standing in this place?"

"So, you’re allowed to attack others, but I’m supposed to just stand by and let you hit me without fighting back?" Shangguan You’s cool voice cut in. "So what if you’re from the Zhuge Family? Are you all capable of spouting blatant lies so openly? Everyone here saw exactly what happened."

"That’s right! My cousin was merely acting in self-defense," Ye Ershao declared, stepping to Shangguan You’s side. His icy gaze swept over the surrounding people. "You initiated the attack. If your skills are lacking, it only proves your own incompetence. Are you now planning to use your numbers to bully the outnumbered?"

Shangguan You glanced at Ye Ershao in surprise, then quickly looked away. Ye Ershao is certainly different today. He usually keeps his distance from trouble, but today he actually spoke out.

As Shangguan You watched with curiosity, Ye Ershao, with a swift WHOOSH, drew his longsword. He positioned himself protectively in front of Shangguan You, his ordinarily unremarkable face now radiating a formidable aura.

"This is Hidden World Village! We won’t tolerate you causing trouble here!" Zhuge Peng roared, his face suffused with murderous intent. Zhuge Yue was, after all, the Family Head’s nominal sister.

"You despicable bitch! You dare hit me? I’ll see you torn to shreds today! Get her! Get this bitch for me!" Zhuge Yue shrieked, clutching her swollen face. She flung a handful of poisonous powder towards Shangguan You while screaming for her cohorts to attack.

"Who are you calling a bitch?" Ye Ershao stepped in front of Shangguan You, a sweep of his palm scattering the poison powder with a gust of wind. "Don’t think you can be so arrogant just because this is Hidden World Village. You’re human, and so is my cousin. If you dare to bully her, you’re courting death!"

Shangguan You’s eyebrows furrowed tightly as she observed the suddenly changed Ye Ershao. The uproar had attracted everyone’s attention; what began as a small dispute was now tightly encircled by onlookers, layers deep. She noted Ye Ershao’s enraged expression, yet also the calculating glint in his cold eyes. What is he trying to achieve?

"Men, seize them!" Zhuge Peng bellowed. "The theft of the Spirit Gathering Stone must be their doing!" At his command, innumerable Zhuge Family disciples surged forward to attack.