Could it be that I am the cruel villain?
Chapter 361 - 233: Coercion Offender Jiang

Chapter 361: Chapter 233: Coercion Offender Jiang

Jiang Feng was stumped.

His eyes carried a mix of jest and playfulness, but also a hint of scrutiny.

But thinking about it from another angle, it does make sense – if you go out shopping and see someone pushing a severely injured woman in a wheelchair, especially if they’ve been pushed all the way down from a mountaintop...

Damn, it looks completely like a crime!

And what a perverted crime at that, using the victim’s life for amusement. If this were modern society, those three digits would probably have been worn out from calling, and executing them twenty times wouldn’t be considered excessive.

However, Jiang Feng’s reaction was quick. The embarrassment on his face flashed by, and he continued politely explaining: "Please don’t misunderstand, Miss. It’s not that I tied up my senior sister and coerced her."

"Rather, my senior sister was recently injured, and has been lying in bed all day feeling gloomy. That’s why I thought to bring her out for some fun to relax. This chair is also meant for taking her out to clear her mind."

"As for the ropes... uh, it was a helpless measure. I was afraid she might injure herself, so I had to tie her to the chair. Don’t be frightened by our speed, what seems alarming to you is quite normal for us cultivators."

"There won’t be any mistakes, nor any risks involved. Even if there are, I’d just fall on the ground first to cushion her."

"Jeez, Sister Lu Luo, make a peep, don’t leave me to argue this alone."

Saying that, Jiang Feng turned his head to look at Lu Luo, whispering a little urging her to say something so people don’t really take him for a kidnapper.

But her reaction was also a bit strange.

Normally, she would definitely chatter non-stop, and there was a high chance she’d scream for help, saying things like, "Oh, I was coerced by this man, and he also injured me" or some other nonsense.

After all, Lu Luo has a personality that loves stirring up excitement but at this moment, she simply lowered her head.

"...Uh."

She squeezed out a word, then looked aside pretending not to see, an impolite act that gave Jiang Feng a headache, prompting him to quickly cover up.

"Uh, this senior sister of mine is a bit shy, timid... after all, she’s a well-bred young lady not used to going out, and feels uneasy meeting strangers. Please don’t take offense, Miss."

With an unchanged expression and steady heart,

Only Jiang Feng could say such nonsense with thick skin.

Even Xin Yue almost burst into laughter, if she hadn’t known this young niece of hers for a while, she might have really believed him. As the Clan Leader, how could she not know about Su Qianlu’s personality and actions?

She bowed gracefully, with perfect manners. Despite Jiang Feng’s young appearance, discussing seniority between them could get complicated.

"I misunderstood, sorry for interrupting your leisure time."

"I dare not claim to be ’Immortal,’ Miss. You seem to be looking to find someone on the mountain? From here to the estate halfway up the mountain takes over an hour’s walk at least, how about I give you a lift?"

He bowed slightly, the woman before him exuded an aura of grace and nobility, and a maturity that didn’t match her age, contrasting strikingly with her youthful voice.

Throughout the whole process, the normally lively and restless Lu Luo simply shut her mouth, and kept her head down without a word, someone unaware might really think she was some shy young mistress, when in reality...

"You’re dead stupid."

Sighing helplessly in his heart.

It was no wonder Jiang Feng failed to recognize it, after all, he had discussed this topic with Su Yi over half a month ago. Another reason being that in each mountain gate, many family members or relatives often visit, given that the majority of the disciples are either wealthy or noble.

Purple Cloud Palace is a sect that understands human relations well; as long as you report the disciple’s name or arrange the visit in advance, letting the disciple be notified beforehand, you are generally allowed to enter the mountain for a visit, as long as it doesn’t take too long.

Moreover, not only the mountain top is inhabited, but those on the mountain top are Inner Sect Disciples, who are officially apprenticed. Most of the disciples either live at the foot of the Main Peak or reside halfway up the various peaks.

After all, besides needing to cultivate, they also need a secluded environment. Sometimes Inner Sect Disciples might also summon them at any time, like Outer Disciples and servants living halfway up Swordmaster Peak.

Most are in the Qi Refinement stage, with a slightly higher few at the Foundation Establishment Stage. It’s not surprising to find an inconspicuous disciple being a relative of some important official in the Capital City, so it’s normal for visitors to come to the mountain.

Another reason is that Jiang Feng subconsciously thought that the person was not a cultivator.

With no Spiritual Energy or Demon aura, and no Qiankun Bag at her waist, who would think otherwise?

"The lady graciously appreciates the young master’s kindness."

The woman smiled gently, as if basking in the spring breeze. It may be an illusion, but listening to her speak gave him an inexplicable sense of pleasure, as if her mere whispers by his ear were a form of praise.

An auditory delight.

"This lady came not only to visit relatives but also to personally see the legendary Purple Cloud Immortal Palace and the world-renowned Sword Immortal Mountain."

"From a young age, I often heard my parents mention the Purple Cloud Immortal Palace, the greatest sect in the Central Plains, a hidden dragon and crouching tiger, unfathomable, the leader among hundreds of sects, with a heritage of ten thousand years, forever commanding the Central Plains."

"Sword Immortal Mountain is indeed famous worldwide. I have heard countless stories and legends about Sword Immortals since I was a child, each story still vivid in my memory."

"My hometown was once blessed by a Sword Immortal; it is said that a giant demon was permanently subdued by the Sword Immortal at the riverbed."

"Sword Immortal Mountain truly lives up to its reputation, the disciples are humble, and fellow sect members help each other. To have an immortal like you willingly lend a hand, without any arrogance, is truly rare."

"I appreciate the young master’s kindness, but this is my first time visiting this legendary place, so I’d like to take a good look around."

Suddenly, Mr. Jiang felt a lightness in his body.

Really, it wasn’t him being arrogant, but this woman in front of him was too good with words. She flattered him so effortlessly and for some unknown reason, there was an inexplicable allure about this woman.

However, Jiang Feng didn’t plan to stay any longer, just bowed his hands slightly.

"If that’s the case, I won’t disturb the lady any further. If there’s anything needed, just call on the disciples in the mountain."

He turned back.

Looking at Lu Luo, who was sitting in the wheelchair with her head down without uttering a word, he couldn’t help but feel it was a bit strange. Could it be that the bumpy ride was too harsh and made her feel nauseous?

Without giving it much thought, under Xin Yue’s gaze, the youth directly picked up the wheelchair with one hand, then carried the person and wheelchair on his shoulder!

His flying sword unsheathed, he stood stably on the flying sword and floated away, even Xin Yue couldn’t help but admire the youth’s exquisite control over Spiritual Energy, showing no sign that he was merely a twenty-year-old.

However...

The Jiang Feng carrying the wheelchair by Sword Flight didn’t notice Xin Yue’s seemingly smiling expression, nor the rolling eyes of Lu Luo.