Could it be that I am the cruel villain?
Chapter 383 - 245 Moon and Shadow

Chapter 383: Chapter 245 Moon and Shadow

The chat mastermind.

A momentary freeze traced his smile, and the flash of annoyance that passed did not escape Cen Zhuangzhuang’s eyes. He couldn’t help but shrink his neck, convinced that indeed, all women were the same.

It was clearly her who said he could speak his mind.

"Seems like Mr. Cen, who listens to his elder brother all day, has a bias against our Joyful Sect. Ah, that truly saddens Ying Ling. Could it be that in Mr. Cen’s eyes, the Joyful Sect, as one of the eight great sects of the Central Plains, is composed entirely of such licentious cultivators?"

Advancing to retreat, those expressive eyes fluttered as if dripping with water. Usually, just one look would reveal everything, especially that somewhat aggrieved and pitiful demeanor that stirred the heart.

Even Cen Zhuangzhuang couldn’t help swallowing as he gazed at the woman before him. Due to Cen Yueyue’s influence, his taste in beauty had shifted to favor that of the Central Plains, and a beautiful girl was attractive no matter where she was.

So in a panic, he said, "No, no, not at all. You misunderstand, miss. What I meant was..."

The Joyful Sect disciples have two formidable assets.

The first is their appearance, the second is their gift of gab.

To join the Joyful Sect, one must first possess good looks, and after being selected, they must learn linguistic skills and how to please the opposite sex. Despite people wanting to beat up the Joyful Sect disciples everywhere they go, in reality, how many covet a marital connection with their sect?

It’s unimaginable.

Not to mention each and every female cultivator of the Joyful Sect is beautiful, even the male cultivators have handsome appearances and graceful demeanors. Particularly, their Dual Cultivation Technique is coveted by countless others.

While everyone else toils day and night cultivating, risking life and limb for treasures to ascend their realm, you can enjoy blissful days in bed with a favored Joyful Sect disciple as a Dao companion, and watch your realm soar rapidly.

Even if you have mediocre talent, gaining access to the Dual Cultivation Technique, where yin and yang converge, can elevate your realm slightly and is the best way to boost your cultivation speed without side effects.

If there were any side effects, it would probably mean having to drink tea brewed with two pounds of goji berries every day.

The Joyful Sect’s standing in the Central Plains comes not only from its strength but also from the romantic connections it has spread across the land. Don’t be fooled by their limited membership numbers or slightly weaker overall power compared to other top forces.

But when it comes to connections and in-laws, you can never guess how capable the husbands of these bullied disciples are.

"What I meant to say, is that you are not like those vulgar brothel women."

He hastily explained.

Although this explanation wasn’t very flattering, equating oneself with brothel women, at least it conveyed this fellow’s sincere expression. However, his next statement left her dumbfounded.

"You are different from the girls in the brothels selling *; you don’t throw yourself into men’s arms. You are like those in charge there, what do they call it—I remember my second brother telling me they are called..."

"Looking for death!"

Boom!

The dark-skinned youth was sent flying twenty meters out of the inn.

Twisting in mid-air for several rotations before landing steadily, as immobile as a boulder, he steadied himself even in the air. A delicate footprint marked his sturdy chest, leaving even Ying Ling somewhat incredulous at the sight.

She felt like she had kicked a city wall: unmoving and massively heavy. If it had been anyone else, they’d be injured from such a kick, but Cen Zhuangzhuang was unscathed.

"Why do women always reason this way, I..."

Whoosh!

Without giving Cen Zhuangzhuang any chance to speak, she gripped a Treasure Bead in her hand, her lithe body leaping onto the rooftop, which, under the moonlight, rendered her appearance almost saintly.

The Treasure Bead in her palm slowly assimilated energy. Cen Zhuangzhuang tried to speak again, but without any opportunity to do so, he saw the light of the moon descending from the sky, illuminating her body, and also revealed the shadow behind her.

Her head flicked to the side.

The dagger barely grazed her scalp, but the woman remained motionless and high above, her expression haughty. Considering her standing in the Joyful Sect, it was already a concession for her to sit down and have a proper conversation with Cen Zhuangzhuang.

And then this kid actually lumped her in with brothel women?

Even that would be forgivable, but to imply that she was the brothel madam? What was that supposed to mean? That she became an old procuress in her twenties?

With rage simmering within, she gave no chance for any explanation. If she let the boy speak again, she truly might explode with anger.

Originally, she didn’t intend to lay a hand on Cen Zhuangzhuang; although he was a direct descendant of the Cen Family Village from the Southern Border, judging by the name alone, it was clear that he was not from the mainstream line—that should be the woman called Cen Yueyue.

Furthermore, although Cen Zhuangzhuang possessed decent talent, his realm had always been slightly behind. When he met Jiang Feng some years ago, he was at the peak of Foundation Establishment, attempting to break through to Core Formation. Now, he had reached the midterm of Core Formation, which to ordinary people would not be considered slow, but even described as rapid progress.

But Ying Ling was at the Peak of Core Formation.

A mere step away from the Nascent Soul realm, she was a true Pride of Heaven. She couldn’t muster any interest in such a clunky brute. If the kid had even a slightly higher EQ, she would not have bothered with him.

Hmm, this means Ying Ling still lacks some maturity.

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